What's Happening in New York on December 29th, 2006

Spinal Tap

Midnight — Friday December 29 (also December 30)

WHERE:Landmark Sunshine Theatre, 143 Houston between 1st and 2nd Ave
COST:$10.75
SUMMARY:”This savagely witty, inspired satire of rock documentaries follows the downward spiral of Spinal Tap, a 12th-rate British heavy metal band that clings to the dream of greatness, despite decades of shifting musical trends and damning reviews. Features priceless performances from Christopher Guest (For Your Consideration, Best in Show, Waiting for Guffman), Michael McKean and Harry Shearer. If you insist, we’ll turn the volume up to 11!”

10:30pm — Friday December 29

WHERE:Comix, 353 West 14th St at 9th Ave
COST:$18
SUMMARY:”Our special all-pro showcase night with the best of New York’s and the nation’s comics!” With Nick Kroll, Rachel Feinstein, Todd Barry, Gregg Rogell and Jessica Kirson

8pm — Friday December 29

WHERE:Rocketship Comics, 208 Smith St between Baltic and Butler, Brooklyn
COST:FREE
SUMMARY:”Meathaus is an artist collective of more than 20 artists that has been around since 2000. We are having a party celebrating the release of the 8th issue of Meat Haus Comics. . It is being hosted by the Rocketship comic store in Carrol Gardens Brooklyn. Free Booze will be served.”

6pm-6pm — Friday December 29 (to Saturday December 30)

WHERE:MonkeyTown, 58 N. 3rd St between Wythe and Kent
COST:$5 with $10 minimum. Reservations recommended
SUMMARY:”Tonight and tomorrow morning and tomorrow afternoon we pay tribute to Robert Altman’s genius for 24 straight hours. This is not merely a screening, this is a test of endurance, nutrition, and will power. Mere minutes will separate each screening. Lengthy tracking shots, Shelley Duvall, Elliot Gould, and massive narrative conceits will all be on hand.

Gosford Park 6pm
Images 8:30pm
3 Women 10:30pm
Short Cuts 11:45pm
M.A.S.H. 3am
The Long Goodbye 5am
The Player 7am
Brewseter McCloud 9:15am
Popeye 11am
McCabe & Mrs. Miller 1pm
Nashville 3pm”