Mar 15, 2011

NYCRD REVIEW: Mother of God! ongoing through 3/26

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Mother of God! takes its title quite literally as a comical interpretation of the story of Jesus' mother. Miriam, a young Jewish maid finds herself betrothed to one of the richest and most revered men in her town, Joseph. It just so happens that Joseph is at least twice her age and pious to the point of absurdity. And as luck would have it, Miriam is seduced and impregnated by a messenger of God in human form on the day of her betrothal. And if you saw this human form, you wouldn't blame her.

Meanwhile, a con artist of a priest ropes in a trade merchant and a Chinese astrologist to convince the much unfavored King Herod that the new "celestial body" in the sky is the sign of the birth of a new king. The king pays them well to investigate the phenomenon (i.e., "follow that [st]ar").

Miriam has to deal with a well-meaning drunk of a father, a mother who pushes guilt like crack in the 80's, a fiance who is still dealing with the public shame of his first wife's infidelity, and the burden of telling them all that she's a pregnant virgin.

Did I mention her favorite aunt and confidante is the psychic ex-girlfriend of said fiancé?

The great thing about this show is how much it doesn't take itself too seriously. The production's nod to to classic silent film is most obvious in the set changes, which featured a hokey soundtrack and comically exaggerated exchanged gestures between characters. And the recurring description of the black Miriam as fair and pale became the show's running gag. While this show falls safely in the category of comedy, it has intense, heavy and even suspenseful moments. Furthermore, coming from a very religious upbringing, I appreciated the parallels to the biblical story as well as the creative liberties that the show takes with the original story lines.

Mother of God!
Richmond Shepard Theater
By Michele A. Miller
Directed by Melody Brooks
309 e 26th St
http://www.newperspectivestheatre.org/

Through March 26th
Wed—Sat, 8pm
Sun, 3pm

Tickets are $18 ($15 for students/seniors) and are available through TheaterMania or by calling 212-352-3101.

-- D. Kareem, NYCRD Contributor

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Mar 10, 2011

Time Out: 50 Ways to Make Money

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If you're looking for extra cash, Time Out NY has pulled together another one of their infamous lists letting you know how it's done. From guest bartending, to being part of a fake jury to taking baby pictures, there's no odd job uncovered in this extensive list.


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Mar 9, 2011

FOURSQUARE: Unlock new specials, starting TODAY

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Check it - Foursquare has just announced a series of new specials, designed to be unlocked when groups of people check in.


We've pulled all the good ones from their blog post, copy-paste style:
Sports Authority is running a Flash Special from 3/11 to 4/9. Each store randomly unlocks on one day for the first to check-in after 11am to score a free gift card, up to $500 in value.

This Friday at 10am at Barnes & Noble across the country be one of the first 10 people at any Barnes & Noble to check in after 10am to get $10 off a NOOK Color.

H&M is running an amazing Friends Special: check in with three foursquare friends and get 24% off any item.

At Whole Foods, check in with a friend at any participating location (it’ll say ‘Special’ in the app) and score a free cookie!

Go to any Chili’s nationwide and check in with three friends and your table will get a free appetizer.

When you go to one of over 500 Applebee’s restaurants nationwide, you can take advantage of their Swarm Special, with everyone in the Swarm getting free mozzarella sticks if 5 people check in after 9pm.
EXCELLENT.

-Katharine Ricci, NYCRD Executive Editor


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Mar 4, 2011

$5.00 UNDERWEAR: Save $12.00 on Undergear's Physical Collection thru 3/7

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MEN: you really shouldn't be wearing tighty-whiteys. I mean, a nice pair of briefs is fine, but if you're still doing plain Hanes or FTL (or dark paisley boxers), it's really time to step up your game.


Luckily, UNDERGEAR is offering their Physical collection for $5 thru Monday, 3/7! These undies usually go for $17, so it's a real STEAL. I just purchased 4 of their items, and my total with shipping came out to just under $28 (including $7.95 shipping). That's about $43 for a week's worth of head-turning surprises for your significant other!


And most importantly, you won't be wearing the same underwear as your dad. You're welcome.

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