One of the cool things about living here is that everyone plays NYC. If you follow a specific performer, a band, a dance company, an artist, etc….eventually, they will have a performance or exhibit here.
This past week, was my birthday and so in celebration, my BF and I had dinner at a little Mexican restaurant in Union Square called El Cantinero. The cuisine is nothing fancy, but it sure satisfies that guilty pleasure serving up piping hot dishes smothered in cheese and salsa. And the margaritas hit the spot as well. They also offer all-you-can-eat Mondays for only $11.95. For location and specials check out their website at http://www.elcantineronyc.com/.
Following dinner, we met friends and headed to the Union Square Theatre where I had the opportunity to see a stand-up comedian/actor whom I have followed and enjoyed for several years, Mr. Eddie Izzard. Performing at 10:30pm (following nightly performances of JUMP, the Korean production that features martial arts and acrobatic displays) Eddie performs for nearly 2 hours.
While being a moderately sized auditorium (500 seats), the Union Square Theatre is probably one of the more intimate spaces in which you will see Mr. Izzard perform. It is so very nice when, without the help of cameras or monitors, you can see the performer's face and feel like you are actually a participant of the performance. This is taken a step further when, Eddie who obviously feels quite at ease, often responds to and sometimes encourages his audience to talk to him while on stage.
The British comedian is known for his monologuesque performances that provide commentary on current political events as well as human culture in an historical and societal context. And of course there is also the little fact that he sometimes dresses like a woman. And in case you were thinking it might only be a shtick, I have actually seen Mr. Izzard riding the New York City subway in his best "executive transvestite" gear.
I admit, I was slightly disappointed when Eddie walked out on stage in jeans and a sports jacket, but the disappointment quickly evaporated and I thoroughly enjoyed his quick witted anecdotes. From the origins of the word "assassins" as explained by Wikipedia to the communication efforts of mute giraffes to the question of the existence of God it was an entertaining and enlightening evening.
By the way, Eddie claims that not all the information on his Wikipedia page is correct, but he didn't say which facts were false and he has refrained from making corrections. See what you think.
Eddie Izzard plays the Union Square Theatre through March 8th. For the remaining dates and tickets visit TicketMaster.
This past week, was my birthday and so in celebration, my BF and I had dinner at a little Mexican restaurant in Union Square called El Cantinero. The cuisine is nothing fancy, but it sure satisfies that guilty pleasure serving up piping hot dishes smothered in cheese and salsa. And the margaritas hit the spot as well. They also offer all-you-can-eat Mondays for only $11.95. For location and specials check out their website at http://www.elcantineronyc.com/.
Following dinner, we met friends and headed to the Union Square Theatre where I had the opportunity to see a stand-up comedian/actor whom I have followed and enjoyed for several years, Mr. Eddie Izzard. Performing at 10:30pm (following nightly performances of JUMP, the Korean production that features martial arts and acrobatic displays) Eddie performs for nearly 2 hours.
While being a moderately sized auditorium (500 seats), the Union Square Theatre is probably one of the more intimate spaces in which you will see Mr. Izzard perform. It is so very nice when, without the help of cameras or monitors, you can see the performer's face and feel like you are actually a participant of the performance. This is taken a step further when, Eddie who obviously feels quite at ease, often responds to and sometimes encourages his audience to talk to him while on stage.
The British comedian is known for his monologuesque performances that provide commentary on current political events as well as human culture in an historical and societal context. And of course there is also the little fact that he sometimes dresses like a woman. And in case you were thinking it might only be a shtick, I have actually seen Mr. Izzard riding the New York City subway in his best "executive transvestite" gear.
I admit, I was slightly disappointed when Eddie walked out on stage in jeans and a sports jacket, but the disappointment quickly evaporated and I thoroughly enjoyed his quick witted anecdotes. From the origins of the word "assassins" as explained by Wikipedia to the communication efforts of mute giraffes to the question of the existence of God it was an entertaining and enlightening evening.
By the way, Eddie claims that not all the information on his Wikipedia page is correct, but he didn't say which facts were false and he has refrained from making corrections. See what you think.
Eddie Izzard plays the Union Square Theatre through March 8th. For the remaining dates and tickets visit TicketMaster.
For more information about Eddie or future events, visit http://www.eddieizzard.com./
Insider Tips:
- Many people come into the city to see a specific performance. However, if you happen to be in the metropolitan area and are looking for something to do, you may be surprised by what you discover. Here are some good sites to start with:
City Search - http://www.citysearch.com/
NYC Tourist - http://www.nyctourist.com/
NYC Visit - http://www.nycvisit.com/
Smartix - http://www.smartix.com/
Ticket Master - http://www.ticketmaster.com/
Or pick up a copy of Time Out New York http://www.timeout.com/ - El Cantinero is a great place for a cheap date especially on Mondays for their all-you-can-eat night. Make sure to read the all-you-can-eat rules at the bottom of the menu. They're good for a hoot. "It is all you can eat, not all you can waste."
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