What's Happening in New York on January 14th, 2007

BowieBall

10pm-4am — Sunday January 14

WHERE:Don Hill’s, 511 Greenwich St at Spring St
COST:$5 with RSVP (rsvp@bowieballnyc.com) and costume, $10 without
SUMMARY:In honor of Bowie’s Birthday. Free ring pops, trashy glitter gog-gos and glam make-up makovers. Dress code: Thin White Duke, Ziggy Stardust, Chunky Platforms.

10pm — Sunday January 14

WHERE:Black and White, 86 E 10th St, between 3rd and 4th Ave
COST:FREE
SUMMARY:”Therapy is a rich man’s game, but open mics are the poor man’s answer. The Antagonist Movement is lifting the tarp off of the best little egofest in the East Village. Sign up at 9 to read, sing, joke, dance, strip, or do whatever tickles your tonsils for five minutes with a microphone and a ravenous audience. Must wear appropriate attire, and no need to check emotional baggage at the door.”

Related:
Review: Fahrenheit for the last show hosted by UNCOOLKID MC Buttafuoco.

8pm (6:30pm for wrestle lesson) — Sunday January 14

WHERE:Arlene’s Grocery, 95 Stanton St between Orchard and Ludlow St
COST:Free if you Wrestle
$3 for girls who choose not to wrestle
$7 boys who come with girls
$15 for single guys
SUMMARY:”What is Amateur Female Jello Wrestling? This is a Female-run Sports Satire. We mix showmanship and sportsmanship into a fun event where women get to show off their sense of humor as well as their bootie! Want to come to the show? Anyone can come to a show, but only girls can wrestle.” with musical guests Man in Gray and El Jezel

“Want to wrestle? Females of all sizes, shapes, and skill levels are encouraged to participate. Just come to our “Wrestle Lesson,” which is always at 6:30pm before our 8pm show. At that time, you will meet the other wrestlers and learn some fun stunts. Our wrestlers have stage personalities and names and often dress to fit their character. We will help you to find yours. Please invite your friends to the show to cheer for you as you achieve your wrestling glory!”

7:30pm — Sunday January 14

WHERE:Comix, 353 West 14th St at 9th Ave
COST:$15
SUMMARY:”Since leaving Big Sky Country for Seattle more than a decade ago, Reggie’s talents for performance have traveled far and wide. . . . Reggie’s musical record is vast: He fronted heavy soul sensation Maktub and continues to work with the live electronic group SynthClub. . . But now Reggie is back to comedy. Bringing with him serious musical chops and superhuman ability with a sampler, he’s been popping up on the New York and L.A. alternative comedy scenes.”