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This Week:

Asian Festival Thurs Oct 2nd @ University Ballroom, Duquesne University	Unblurred Fri Oct 3rd All along the Penn Ave arts corridor	Venus Malone Fri Oct 3rd @ Shadow Lounge	Quiet Storm 2nd Anniversary Bash Sat Oct 4th @ The Quiet Storm Coffeehouse
FLIRT w/ DJs Nate Da Phat Barber + SMI Sat Oct 4th @ Jimmy Tsang's Korean Grill	Ravi Shankar w/ Anoushka Shankar Sun Oct 5th @ Benedum Center	Black Eyed Peas Sun Oct 5th @ Club Laga	Sandeep Patel Benefit Wed Oct 8th @ 31st St Pub

Upcoming:

Andy Milne Dapp Theory Fri Oct 10th @ Shadow Lounge	Parliament / Funkadelic Fri Oct 10th @ Mr.Small's Funhouse	Shatarupa: Splendorous Myths and Divinities of India Oct 11th-12th @ Kelly-Strayhorn Theater	Noche Flamenco Fri Oct 10th-11th @ Byham Theater
Peaches w/ Gil Mantera's Party Dream Fri Oct 10th @ The Andy Warhol Museum	Pittsburgh International Lesbian and Gay Film Festival Oct 17th - 26th	Red+Hot Halloween Fri Oct 30th @ Sanctuary	FLUX no. 11 The Masquerade Ball Fri Oct 31st in Mt.Oliver/Allentown

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new   Oct 2nd, 2003 Update –   Too many happenings this weekend and even more this month.  Our picks of the week are listed below as are some new community messages and email list updates.  Our website is provided as an ad-free, sponsor-free community-oriented cultural information hub.  At a time when funding for civic and cultural endeavors is being but in a squeeze, information becomes the next currency of choice.  How can you help support? Simple - just spread the word.  It is through the power of collective community that this city will be propelled into the 21st century - no tax subsidies required.  We thank you for checking this website. We hope it can be a valuable resource for you in whatever you aspire to.  Much of the content of this website is based on your continued feeback. Please feel free to drop us a message anytime - element5ive@yahoo.com.  As always, keep your good vibes strong!

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        ·       new   Ground Zero  [Oct 1st, 2003]

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Event Picks of the Week [Oct 2nd - Oct 8th]:

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Thurs          Fri          Sat          Sun          Mon          Tues          Wed

  Thurs Oct 2^nd

Thurs Oct 2nd -  FILM:  The Velvet Underground
Museum Admission | 12:30 pm @ The Andy Warhol Museum 117 Sandusky Rd [ Northside ]. Info: 412.237.8300 or www.warhol.org
The Velvet Underground (1966) 33min. in double screen. Directed by Andy Warhol. With John Cale, Sterling Morrison, Lou Reed, Moe Tucker. The Velvet Underground and Nico (1966) 33min. in double screen. Directed by Andy Warhol. With John Cale, Sterling Morrison, Nico, Lou Reed, Moe Tucker.

Thurs Oct 2nd - New Economy Night. Presented by Freemarkets + Cool Tech
FREE | 6-7:30 @ O'Reilly Theater 621 Penn Avenue [ Downtown ]. Info: 412-316-8200 or www.ppt.org
Enjoy a free pre-show happy hour, network with young professionals and stay to see Gilbert & Sullivan's musical spectacular, The Mikado. The O'Reilly Theater will be transformed into the lush and lively world of Titipu, complete with lavish sets, fabulous costumes and a huge cast of sensational singers! This New Economy Night is sponsored by FreeMarkets (www.freemarkets.com).

Fri Oct 3rd - FILM: Madam Sata
$5 | 7:30pm @ The Harris Theater 809 Liberty Ave [ Downtown ]. Info: 412-682-4111 or www.pghfilmmakers.org
In a Bohemian neighborhood, circa 1932, Joao Francisco is a lean, fiery-eyed street fighter and prostitute who transforms himself into “Madame Sata,” a glittering transvestite singer, storyteller and Brazilian version of his idol, Josephine Baker. Based on the real Francisco (born in 1900 and sold as a slave by his mother at age 7) the film is a voluptuous, hot-blooded portrait of a social outcast. Told mostly in flashback, this story of a dazzling and unorthodox cabaret star also delves deep into the soul of Rio de Janeiro’s underworld. In Portuguese with subtitles. (Directed by Karim Ainouz; Brazil; 2003; 105 min)

Thurs Oct 2nd  - Havana Thursdays.
FREE | 10pm @ Club Havana 5744 Ellsworth Ave [ Shadyside ]. Info: 412-661-2025
The night brings out the hippest and sexiest as some of the city's best DJs throw down Jazzy vibes of Deep House and Soulful grooves of Techno. $2 Yuenglings. $3 mix drinks. w/ resident DJ DC Space. Hosted by Jason C.

 

  Fri Oct 3^rd

Fri Oct 3rd - Homestead Sidewalk Art Carts Project
Free to attend | $40 fee to rent a booth | noon-4pm @ E.8th Ave in Homestead [ Homestead ]. Info: 412-461-4904 or steelvalleyartscouncil@adelphia.net or www.steelvalleyarts.org
For this venue artists who create their own product are defined but not limited to the following categories: photographer, painter, sculptor, ceramist, candle maker, etc. An artist may participate according to his/her wishes (one or more days). The eight wooden carts are approximately 60x36 and have an awning, display well and lower shelf. The carts will each be a bright color and will be placed along East Eighth Avenue at West, Amity, Ann and McClure Streets. SVAC is asking artists to be available either Friday or Saturday or both through October. The price of each cart shall be $40 in cash, payable immediately. Upon completion of the day, $30 will be refunded. Vendor may decorate cart. Vending permits are the responsibility of SVAC. Availability of a cart will be based on a first-come, first-served basis. Assignment of location will be decided by SVAC. Longer hours may be arranged if desired or an Art Cart(s) may be reserved for rental for other venues under a different arrangement, if available.

Fri Oct 3rd -  FILM:  The Velvet Underground
Museum Admission | 12:30 pm @ The Andy Warhol Museum 117 Sandusky Rd [ Northside ]. Info: 412.237.8300 or www.warhol.org
The Velvet Underground (1966) 33min. in double screen. Directed by Andy Warhol. With John Cale, Sterling Morrison, Lou Reed, Moe Tucker. The Velvet Underground and Nico (1966) 33min. in double screen. Directed by Andy Warhol. With John Cale, Sterling Morrison, Nico, Lou Reed, Moe Tucker.

Fri Oct 3rd - UNBLURRED
All night @ All along Penn Ave in Friendship, Garfield and East Liberty 0 [ Friendship, Garfield, East Liberty ]. Info:  www.pennavenuearts.org
The East End comes alive with music, art and culture for a monthly Friday mini-fest. For information, drop by any one of the venues (such as the Shadow Lounge or The Quiet Storm) or check out www.pennavenuearts.org for complete schedule

Fri Oct 3rd - The Future Tenant Gallery Presents... Free Coffee and Budget Cookies: A Conversation in the "C" District
FREE | 5:00-8:30 pm @ Future Tenant Gallery 801 Liberty Ave. [ Downtown ]. Info: 412-268-3932 or futuretenant801@yahoo.com or www.futuretenant.org
An interactive performance about place. Siobhan Rigg, Robin Hewlett and Carolyn Lambert will be hosting; all are artists-in-training at CMU.

Fri Oct 3rd - Full Frontal Fridays
FREE | 5pm-8pm @ Wood St Galleries 601 Wood St [ Downtown ]. Info: www.pgharts.org/art/news2.cfm?id=63
This week, a vinyl tribute to Ravi Shankar by element 5's own DJ Edgar Um

Fri Oct 3rd - FILM:  The Cuckoo
$5 | 7pm & 9:15pm @ The Regent Square Theater 1035 S. Braddock Ave [ Edgewood ]. Info: 412-682-4111 or www.pghfilmmakers.org
Set in northern Lapland at the close of World War II, this is a warm tale of unlikely freindships. Veiko, a Finnish sniper and pacifist, is deserted by his troop, chained to a rock, and dressed in a Nazi uniform. At the same time, a Russian soldier named Ivan barely survives a bombing that wipes out all his companions. Eventually the two find each other and meet up with Anni, a resourceful reindeer farmer. Together they make an odd group (none understands each other’s language) of charming survivors. Cultural differences abound, but mistrust gives way to a brotherhood of sorts in this wonderfully humanistic film. In Russian with subtitles. (Directed by Alexander Rogozhkin; Russia; 2003; 104 min)

Fri Oct 3rd - Closing of Definition/Connotation
$5 donation | 7pm @ The Brewhouse 2100 Mary St [ Southside ]. Info: 412-381-7767 or crzecloud@hotmail.com or www.brewhouse.org
A Juried exhibition of members and invited guests of Group A. A Poetic Response.

Fri Oct 3rd - Marvin Dioxide and Films by John Allen Gibel
$5 | 8pm @ Modern Formations 4919 Penn Ave [ Garfield ]. Info: 412-362-0274 or dannyface3@yahoo.com or www.modernformations.com
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to do your Science teacher? Well, find out tonight with the famed rock trio Marvin Dioxide! For those of you who were more into your History Teacher, come out and see John Allen's awe-inspiring films!

Fri Oct 3rd -  New Horizon Theater Presents: Outrun The Rain
$15/$20 | 7:30pm @ The Kelly Strayhorn Theater 5941 Penn Ave [ East Liberty ]. Info: 412-363-3000 or www.kelly-strayhorn.org
"Outrun The Rain" New Horizon Theater presents "Outrun the Rain" September 12-October 5 Friday and Saturday at 7:30 pm and Sunday at 3:00 pm. "Outrun The Rain" is Earnest McCary's new play on single-parent family life. It spotlights a working mother's problems and struggle for economic freedom. Tickets are $20 General Admission and $15 for seniors, groups, and students with a valid ID. Tickets are available by calling 412-431-0773 or at Dorsey's Record Shop, Ashanti Potpourri on Frankstown Ave. For More information please call New Horizon Theater at 412-431-0773. "Outrun The Rain" is funded in part by a grant from the Multicultural Arts Initiative.

Fri Oct 3rd - FILM: Madam Sata
$5 | 7pm & 9:15pm @ The Harris Theater 809 Liberty Ave [ Downtown ]. Info: 412-682-4111 or www.pghfilmmakers.org
In a Bohemian neighborhood, circa 1932, Joao Francisco is a lean, fiery-eyed street fighter and prostitute who transforms himself into “Madame Sata,” a glittering transvestite singer, storyteller and Brazilian version of his idol, Josephine Baker. Based on the real Francisco (born in 1900 and sold as a slave by his mother at age 7) the film is a voluptuous, hot-blooded portrait of a social outcast. Told mostly in flashback, this story of a dazzling and unorthodox cabaret star also delves deep into the soul of Rio de Janeiro’s underworld. In Portuguese with subtitles. (Directed by Karim Ainouz; Brazil; 2003; 105 min)

Fri Oct 3rd -  Good Fridays:  Be Creative at The Evening Factory
$3 | 6 pm @ The Andy Warhol Museum 117 Sandusky Rd [ Northside ]. Info: 412.237.8300 or www.warhol.org
Like in Andy Warhol’s New York studio, the Silver Factory, the Evening Factory offers the opportunity to play and work all night long. Print ‘til you drop, listen to music, have something to drink, be a film Super Star, or just relax in the creative vibe.

Fri Oct 3rd - 41st Ann Arbor Film Festival Tour (in Pittsburgh)
FREE | 7:30pm and 9:30pm @ Melwood Screening Room 477 Melwood Ave [ North Oakland ]. Info: 412-682-4111 or www.aaafilmfest.org or www.pghfilmmakers.org
Right here in Pittsburgh, experience some of the films from America’s oldest and most prestigious festival of independent and experimental film held each year in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Hand-picked by the festival’s director from hundreds of international submissions, the tour is a wide-ranging compilation of prize-winning animated films, experimental works, documentaries and narratives. Past festival participants who have become notable film artists include Barbara Hammer, Jay Rosenblatt and Gus Van Sant. (total program: approx. 200 min) FREE event sponsored by the Regional Asset District.

Fri Sept 26th  -  LIVE:   Venus Malone
$8 | 10pm-2am @ The Shadow Lounge 5972 Baum Blvd [ East Liberty ]. Info: 412-363-8277 or seventhmovement@yahoo.com or www.7thmovement.net
Lucky for us this international diva lives next door in Columbus, OH. Venus Malone brings a blend of jazzy-soul vocals over head-nod groove beats. Like most American artists that differ from the mainstream, Venus gets a lot of attention overseas in Europe. So if you don’t have time to jet over to Germany anytime soon to see one of her shows, make a stop at Pittsburgh’s Shadow Lounge; A venue in itself that has made a name by providing a breeding ground for progressive urban culture. Venus Malone will be the feature artist at the popular Friday Night, Hip-Hop Café Series. Accompanied with live music by the Rain (the Shadow Lounge’s House Band), Venus Malone is sure to add to her growing fan list.

Fri Oct 3rd - BLINK… presented by Black Forum Exhibition
$5 |  10pm until --- @ Showroom Lofts 5530 Penn Avenue, Loft #1 [ Friendship ]. Info: 412-363-0820
Music by Adam Evil & the Outside Royalty, DJ Stephan Broadus of the Pittsburgh Courier spinning old skool soul live paintings on projected images by Jami Reighard late nite music by Barrett Black Band.

Fri Oct 3rd -  SAUCE!
FREE | 10pm @ Ray's Marlin Beach Grill & Lounge 5121 Butler Street [ Lawrenceville ]. Info: www.milkrecords.net/sauce
Check out one of the funkiest, hip shaking nights to hit the city in a while.  Soulful. Funky. Warm vibes all around. w/ element 5 favorite DJ Ed Umm.  Hosted by Christina & Kelly from Milk Records. FREE! Good Food + Drinks!

Fri Oct 3rd -  Funk, Soul & Rare grooves
FREE | 10pm @ Club Havana 5744 Ellsworth Ave [ Shadyside ]. Info: 412-661-2025
With element 5 DJ Selecta with guest DJs spinning a wide variety of groovy soulful music.

 

 

  Sat Oct 4^th

Sat Oct 4th - Homestead Sidewalk Art Carts Project
Free to attend | $40 fee to rent a booth | noon-4pm @ E.8th Ave in Homestead [ Homestead ]. Info: 412-461-4904 or steelvalleyartscouncil@adelphia.net or www.steelvalleyarts.org
For this venue artists who create their own product are defined but not limited to the following categories: photographer, painter, sculptor, ceramist, candle maker, etc. An artist may participate according to his/her wishes (one or more days). The eight wooden carts are approximately 60x36 and have an awning, display well and lower shelf. The carts will each be a bright color and will be placed along East Eighth Avenue at West, Amity, Ann and McClure Streets. SVAC is asking artists to be available either Friday or Saturday or both through October. The price of each cart shall be $40 in cash, payable immediately. Upon completion of the day, $30 will be refunded. Vendor may decorate cart. Vending permits are the responsibility of SVAC. Availability of a cart will be based on a first-come, first-served basis. Assignment of location will be decided by SVAC. Longer hours may be arranged if desired or an Art Cart(s) may be reserved for rental for other venues under a different arrangement, if available.

Sat Oct 4th -  8th Avenue Day in Homestead!
12pm-9:30pm | FREE @ 8th Avenue in Homestead 0 [ Homestead ]. Info: 412.606.9636 or rw@telerama.com
Sponsored by: Penn Brewery, Homestead Shop n Save, and Historic 8th Avenue Merchants Association, and Homestead Weed & Seed. Exhibits and performances include: Barrett Black Band, The Yards, Marlon Silva (Salsa DJ + Dancing), Various Children's Activities (including a moon bounce, elementary chorus, pony rides, and face painting), National Aviary bird show Political Cartoon Exhibition at Space 303 + many, many more! Childrens Activities begin at 12, music begins at 1 and ends at 9:30. Food will be provided by 8th avenue merchants. 8th Avenue Day seeks to showcase the community and business district of Homestead by drawing both residents and visitors to participate in this annual event. By encouraging community members and business owners to celebrate their community, 8th Avenue Day works to enhance the community of Homestead.

Sat Oct 4th -  FILM:  The Chelsea Girls
Museum Admission | 12:30 pm @ The Andy Warhol Museum 117 Sandusky Rd [ Northside ]. Info: 412.237.8300 or www.warhol.org
The Chelsea Girls (1966) 204mins. in double screen. Directed by Andy Warhol. With
Nico, Eric Emerson, Ondine, Ingrid Superstar, Brigid Polk.

Sat Oct 4th - CollegeCity Weekend
5-8pm | $5 @ Penn Ave in the Cultural District [ Downtown ]. Info:  www.thecollegecity.com/tcc_weekend/collegecity_weekend.htm
There will be four different stages off of Penn Avenue between Stanwix and Seventh Street in the Cultural District downtown Pittsburgh, PA. Mama will be performing in the Loading Dock of Heinz Hall on Penn Avene (between Sixth and Seventh Streets.) right after Kevin Finn and Megan Williams (you know them -- acoustic guitar, mandolin, sweet voices, etc.). Artist Line-up Artistree, The Balloonatic Fringe, Community Drumming Circle, Dionna Pridgeon Hip Hop Dance, Grand Buffet, Kevin Finn, Magic Markerr, Mama Spell, Masai Turner, The Microwaves, Red Tape Crew, Tabula Rasa, The Yards.

Sat Oct 4th - FILM:  The Cuckoo
$5 | 4:30pm, 7pm & 9:15pm @ The Regent Square Theater 1035 S. Braddock Ave [ Edgewood ]. Info: 412-682-4111 or www.pghfilmmakers.org
Set in northern Lapland at the close of World War II, this is a warm tale of unlikely freindships. Veiko, a Finnish sniper and pacifist, is deserted by his troop, chained to a rock, and dressed in a Nazi uniform. At the same time, a Russian soldier named Ivan barely survives a bombing that wipes out all his companions. Eventually the two find each other and meet up with Anni, a resourceful reindeer farmer. Together they make an odd group (none understands each other’s language) of charming survivors. Cultural differences abound, but mistrust gives way to a brotherhood of sorts in this wonderfully humanistic film. In Russian with subtitles. (Directed by Alexander Rogozhkin; Russia; 2003; 104 min)

Sat Oct 4th - The Quiet Storm 2nd Anniversary Party!
8pm-1am | $6 @ The Quiet Storm 5430 Penn Ave [ Friendship / Garfield ]. Info: 412-661-9355 or gigs@quietstormcoffee.com or www.quietstormcoffee.com
Come celebrate the occasion with a kick-off set by The Working Poor, followed by Ouve, and finishing up with DJ Sensitive - and it's all ages...and BYOB! Congratulations y'all !!!

Sat Oct 4th -  LIVE FUNK LEGEND:  The Poogie Bell Band
$8 | 10pm-2am @ Club Cafe.
The sound of Poogie Bell's drums is what you hear on many of the world's finest jazz, neo-soul, R&B and hip-hop records. Performer, record producer, composer, and arranger, you've heard his work with artists including Chaka khan, Marcus Miller, Roberta Flack, Erykah Badu, David Bowie, David Sanborn, Al Jarreau, Vanessa Williams and Randy Crawford. Native of New York and a second generation musician he has been immersed in music since he was born. Taking cues from his father, a jazz musician and professor of music, Poogie has always had an inherent connection to music. As hard as it may be to believe, he started playing at the age of ten months old and made his concert debut when he was two and half at Pittsburgh's Carnegie Hall with his father. By the ripe old age of five he'd already appeared on The Mike Douglas Show with Pearl Bailey. As a kid it wasn't unusual for Poogie to see the likes of drummer Max Roach, saxophonist Ornett Coleman, pianist Marylou Williams, bassists, Paul Chambers, Ron Carter and Richard Davis in his living room jammin' with his father. Growing up he hung out with fellow musicians Omar Hakim, Marcus Miller, Lenny White and Bernard Wright, Weldon Irvine all of whom supported and influenced each other musically. Poogie's first "real" gig was with Tom brown, Weldon Irvine and Hugh Masakela. Then came a tour with one of the creators of what we know as hip-hop, Afrika Bambaata and the Soulsonic Force and then with the Force MD's, a Temptations-style vocal group who were the first to incorporate R&B and hip-hop. "Touch and Go", a song written by Poogie for the Force MD's, won him the ASCAP Writer's Award for Top 10 Singles in 1998. From his hard work, Poogie was able to break into the traditional R&B world touring and recording with artists Freddie Jackson, Phyllis Hyman and Chaka Khan. He came into the New Jack Swing era working with Kieth Sweat, Teddy Riley, SWV and New Edition. He continues to tour and record with Marcus Miller, Alex Bugnon, Victor Bailey and Erykah Badu, among others. now Poogie is doing his own project with Poogie Band. The Poogie Bell Band also features Kevin Barefoot (Bass), Luke Williams (guitar), and Howie Alexander (Keys).

Sat Oct 4th -  New Horizon Theater Presents: Outrun The Rain
$15/$20 | 7:30pm @ The Kelly Strayhorn Theater 5941 Penn Ave [ East Liberty ]. Info: 412-363-3000 or www.kelly-strayhorn.org
"Outrun The Rain" New Horizon Theater presents "Outrun the Rain" September 12-October 5 Friday and Saturday at 7:30 pm and Sunday at 3:00 pm. "Outrun The Rain" is Earnest McCary's new play on single-parent family life. It spotlights a working mother's problems and struggle for economic freedom. Tickets are $20 General Admission and $15 for seniors, groups, and students with a valid ID. Tickets are available by calling 412-431-0773 or at Dorsey's Record Shop, Ashanti Potpourri on Frankstown Ave. For More information please call New Horizon Theater at 412-431-0773. "Outrun The Rain" is funded in part by a grant from the Multicultural Arts Initiative.

Sat Oct 4th - "41st Ann Arbor Film Festival Tour (in Pittsburgh)
FREE | 7:30pm and 9:30pm @ Melwood Screening Room 477 Melwood Ave [ North Oakland ]. Info: 412-682-4111 or www.aaafilmfest.org or www.pghfilmmakers.org
Right here in Pittsburgh, experience some of the films from America’s oldest and most prestigious festival of independent and experimental film held each year in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Hand-picked by the festival’s director from hundreds of international submissions, the tour is a wide-ranging compilation of prize-winning animated films, experimental works, documentaries and narratives. Past festival participants who have become notable film artists include Barbara Hammer, Jay Rosenblatt and Gus Van Sant. (total program: approx. 200 min) FREE event sponsored by the Regional Asset District.

Sat Oct 4th - CLASH Tribute - a benefit for the PGH Food Bank
8pm-midnight | $8 @ The Rex Theater 1602 E.Carson St [ Southside ]. Info: 412-381-6811 or www.rextheater.com
The Guns of Brixton present JOE STRUMMER TRIBUTE. A Pittsburgh All Star Tribute performing the entire LONDON CALLING and 20+ CLASH songs from their catalog. Admission is $7.99 (L.P. Original price) ALL PROCEEDS GO TO THE BETHLEHEM HOMELESS SHELTER AND THE GREATER PITTSBURGH COMMUNITY FOOD BANK. (CANNED FOOD DONATIONS WELCOMED)

Sat Oct 4th - FILM: Madam Sata
$5 | 7pm & 9:15pm @ The Harris Theater 809 Liberty Ave [ Downtown ]. Info: 412-682-4111 or www.pghfilmmakers.org
In a Bohemian neighborhood, circa 1932, Joao Francisco is a lean, fiery-eyed street fighter and prostitute who transforms himself into “Madame Sata,” a glittering transvestite singer, storyteller and Brazilian version of his idol, Josephine Baker. Based on the real Francisco (born in 1900 and sold as a slave by his mother at age 7) the film is a voluptuous, hot-blooded portrait of a social outcast. Told mostly in flashback, this story of a dazzling and unorthodox cabaret star also delves deep into the soul of Rio de Janeiro’s underworld. In Portuguese with subtitles. (Directed by Karim Ainouz; Brazil; 2003; 105 min)

Sat Oct 4th - Meltown…a benefit show presented by the PGH Glass Center
6pm dinner / 9pm entertainment | $35 (post-dinner) / $125 (dinner) @ Pittsburgh Glass Center 5472 Penn Ave [ Friendship ]. Info: 412-365-2145 or www.pittsburghglasscenter.org
Without a doubt the hottest party in Pittsburgh, Meltdown ’03 is a cool fundraiser to benefit Pittsburgh Glass Center. The event on Saturday, October 4 held at PGC located at 5472 Penn Avenue in the Friendship neighborhood offers a fascinating and interactive introduction to the hottest new visual and performance art form in Pittsburgh and the opportunity to meet renowned American Studio Glass artists Fritz Dreisbach and Henry Halem. This year the evening will be divided into two parts. With special live performance by Momentum alumni Soma Mestizo

Sat Oct 4th - FLIRT w/ DJs Nate Da Phat Barber + SMI
10pm-2:30am | $8 @ Jimmy Tsang's Korean Grill Corner of Negley & Center near the Giant Eagle [ Shadyside ]. Info:  www.1naturalchoice.com or www.7thmovement.net
Flirt is a monthly dance event that happens on the 1st Saturday of the Month at Jimmy Tsang's in Shadyside. It features two the area hottest clubs DJs that will make you move that ass. Lot's of cuties!! This is a mature crowd so keep that thug sh*t in Oakland.

Sat Oct 4th - Technoir-Audio w/ DJs Jwan Allen and CO2
10pm-2am | Ask Venue @ Déjà Vu Nightclub 2106 Penn Ave [ Strip District ]. Info: 412-434-8322
These DJs have rocked many element 5 parties including Momentum and Shadow Lounge. Tonight, a little upscale action. Dress code in effect.

Sat Oct 4th -  Jazz in the House
FREE | 10pm @ Club Havana 5744 Ellsworth Ave [ Shadyside ]. Info: 412-661-2025
Let your resident DC space take you on a jazz oddessy in nu dance music and deep house.

Sat Oct 4th -  Salsa
$7 | 10pm-2am @ Cozumel 5505 Walnut St [ Shadyside ]. Info:  http://cityguides.salsaweb.com/pennsylvania/pittsburgh/
Shake your hips to the sounds of Tropa Orchestral

Sat Oct 4th -  CRASH!
$5 | 10pm-2am @ The Shadow Lounge 5972 Baum Blvd [ East Liberty ]. Info: 412-363-8277 or seventhmovement@yahoo.com or www.7thmovement.net
The ever popular afterhours featuring free waffle buffet with all the fixings Waffles made fresh on the spot by the one and only DJ SMI, spinning some straight up soulful and downtempo. BYOB.

 

  Sun Oct 5^th

Sun Oct 5th -  New Horizon Theater Presents: Outrun The Rain
$15/$20 | 3 pm @ The Kelly Strayhorn Theater 5941 Penn Ave [ East Liberty ]. Info: 412-363-3000 or www.kelly-strayhorn.org
"Outrun The Rain" New Horizon Theater presents "Outrun the Rain" September 12-October 5 Friday and Saturday at 7:30 pm and Sunday at 3:00 pm. "Outrun The Rain" is Earnest McCary's new play on single-parent family life. It spotlights a working mother's problems and struggle for economic freedom. Tickets are $20 General Admission and $15 for seniors, groups, and students with a valid ID. Tickets are available by calling 412-431-0773 or at Dorsey's Record Shop, Ashanti Potpourri on Frankstown Ave. For More information please call New Horizon Theater at 412-431-0773. "Outrun The Rain" is funded in part by a grant from the Multicultural Arts Initiative.

Sun Oct 5th -  FILM:  The Chelsea Girls
Museum Admission | 12:30 pm @ The Andy Warhol Museum 117 Sandusky Rd [ Northside ]. Info: 412.237.8300 or www.warhol.org
The Chelsea Girls (1966) 204mins. in double screen. Directed by Andy Warhol. With
Nico, Eric Emerson, Ondine, Ingrid Superstar, Brigid Polk.

Sun Oct 5th - FILM:  The Cuckoo
$5 | 5:30pm @ The Regent Square Theater 1035 S. Braddock Ave [ Edgewood ]. Info: 412-682-4111 or www.pghfilmmakers.org
Set in northern Lapland at the close of World War II, this is a warm tale of unlikely freindships. Veiko, a Finnish sniper and pacifist, is deserted by his troop, chained to a rock, and dressed in a Nazi uniform. At the same time, a Russian soldier named Ivan barely survives a bombing that wipes out all his companions. Eventually the two find each other and meet up with Anni, a resourceful reindeer farmer. Together they make an odd group (none understands each other’s language) of charming survivors. Cultural differences abound, but mistrust gives way to a brotherhood of sorts in this wonderfully humanistic film. In Russian with subtitles. (Directed by Alexander Rogozhkin; Russia; 2003; 104 min)

Sun Oct 5th - FILM: Madam Sata
$5 | 3pm @ The Harris Theater 809 Liberty Ave [ Downtown ]. Info: 412-682-4111 or www.pghfilmmakers.org
In a Bohemian neighborhood, circa 1932, Joao Francisco is a lean, fiery-eyed street fighter and prostitute who transforms himself into “Madame Sata,” a glittering transvestite singer, storyteller and Brazilian version of his idol, Josephine Baker. Based on the real Francisco (born in 1900 and sold as a slave by his mother at age 7) the film is a voluptuous, hot-blooded portrait of a social outcast. Told mostly in flashback, this story of a dazzling and unorthodox cabaret star also delves deep into the soul of Rio de Janeiro’s underworld. In Portuguese with subtitles. (Directed by Karim Ainouz; Brazil; 2003; 105 min)

Sun Oct 5th - Ravi Shankar w/ Anoushka Shankar
7pm | $35 and up @ Benedum Center for the Performing Arts 719 Liberty Ave [ Downtown ]. Info: 412-456-6666 or www.pgharts.org
Two sitar virtuosos in one family, Pandit Ravi Shankar and his prodigiously talented daughter Anoushka, promise a soul-enriching experience with their highly improvisational Indian classical music. No other Indian musician has the international reputation of the “king of strings,” Pandit Ravi Shankar, now in his early 80s. Composer, teacher and writer, Ravi is renowned throughout the world for bringing Indian music to the West. Having already made a name for himself in the late 50s and early 60s, it was his teacher/friend relationship with former Beatles star George Harrison in 1966 that led to the subsequent widespread use of sitars and Indian melodic ideas in rock music. Over several decades, Ravi has played the world’s greatest stages, sharing his love of music and life with people from all countries. He continues his musical journey, Full Circle, in concerts with his daughter and protégé, Anoushka, the only artist to be trained completely by Ravi. “His years have brought only wisdom and transparent technique, which allow his music to speak—and sing—with excessive joy.” – (The Seattle Times)

Sun Oct 5th - LIVE - Black Eyed Peas
8pm | $24 @ Club Laga 3609 Forbes Ave [ Oakland ]. Info: 412-682-2050 or www.jokerprod.com
Ever since they were a fledgling group in the environs of Los Angeles, The Black Eyed Peas have flaunted a passionate, energetic hip-hop spirit people have always been drawn to. They've earned fans worldwide with their inventive approach to hip-hop music, inspiring people with loose rhymes, and a positive spirit and funkafied vibe. On Elephunk, the group's third album, that spirit seems to course through their beings even more than ever.

Sun Oct 5th -  Bros. Peck Jazz Satellite w/ Eastern Seaboard (NYC)
$3 | 10pm-1am @ The Shadow Lounge 5972 Baum Blvd [ East Liberty ]. Info: 412-363-8277 or seventhmovement@yahoo.com or www.7thmovement.net
Live Jazz. Good Coffee. ‘nuff said.

Sun Oct 5th -  THE ALL STAR GAME
$2 | 10pm-2am @ Pub. I.G. 328 Atwood St [ Oakland ]. Info: 412-682-1900
Every Sunday but currently closed for renovations. This night brings out the best of the best DJs spinning deep house, old soul, disco, afro beat and anything else with a vibe. An element 5 favorite! Drink special: 1/2 off all Martins until midnight.

Sun Oct 5th -  Salsa
$3 | 9pm @ Club Havana 5744 Ellsworth Ave [ Shadyside ]. Info: 412-661-2025
Salsa Lessons & DJs spinning salsa music.

 

  Mon Oct 6^th

Mon Oct 6th - Being 'Out' in Politics in a Conservative Society
12pm | $15 @ Regional Enterprise Tower 425 Sixth Ave, 31st Floor [ Downtown ]. Info:  www.pilgff.org/norris.htm
You are invited to attend a luncheon discussion with performing artist, gay rights activist, and Irish Statesman David Norris . Famed for his formidable wit and intelligence, Norris is a member of the Upper House of Irish Parliament, a tenured professor at Trinity College, Dublin and a world renowned James Joyce scholar. Norris rejects convention and challenges the mores of his time as the first openly gay Irish politician. He led the reform of Ireland's homosexual law, requiring him to sue the Senate and take the case to the European Court of Human Rights. The event is a collaborative presentation of the Greater Pittsburgh Arts Alliance, Pittsburgh International Lesbian & Gay Film Festival, and PERSAD Center. Mr. Norris's appearance is made possible by Pittsburgh Irish & Classical Theatre where he will be performing their gala event October 7.

Mon Oct 6th - Benefit for the future Philippine Nationality Room at the University of Pittsburgh’s Cathedral of Learning
7pm | $50-$25, and $15 for students (w/ID) @ Carnegie Music Hall Forbes Ave b/w Bigelow and Bellefield [ Oakland ]. Info: 412-856-1445 or www.FAAP.info
East meets West. Rigorous technique meets lyrical folk dance. Contemporary music complements classical lines. Vision and style merge in youthful poise. As part of their US tour this year, will present a benefit performance at 7 pm on Monday night, October sixth, 2003 at Carnegie Music Hall, 4400 Forbes Avenue in the Oakland neighborhood of Pittsburgh. The planned program includes internationally acclaimed award-winning choreography inspired by Pilipino traditions, and other selections set to contemporary music. Ballet Manila has acted as a crucible to fuse classical ballet choreography with Pilipino and Asian dance. The company also has produced ballet classics, and has toured with other international companies. Ballet Manila has visited various locales internationally and in the Philippine islands. The selections in this year’s US tour reflect Filipino culture both past and present, and showcase the contemporary gowns of Philippine designer Auggie Cordero. All proceeds from this event benefit the future Philippine Nationality Room at the University of Pittsburgh's Cathedral of Learning.

Mon Oct 6th - FILM:  The Cuckoo
$5 | 7:30pm @ The Regent Square Theater 1035 S. Braddock Ave [ Edgewood ]. Info: 412-682-4111 or www.pghfilmmakers.org
Set in northern Lapland at the close of World War II, this is a warm tale of unlikely freindships. Veiko, a Finnish sniper and pacifist, is deserted by his troop, chained to a rock, and dressed in a Nazi uniform. At the same time, a Russian soldier named Ivan barely survives a bombing that wipes out all his companions. Eventually the two find each other and meet up with Anni, a resourceful reindeer farmer. Together they make an odd group (none understands each other’s language) of charming survivors. Cultural differences abound, but mistrust gives way to a brotherhood of sorts in this wonderfully humanistic film. In Russian with subtitles. (Directed by Alexander Rogozhkin; Russia; 2003; 104 min)

Mon Oct 6th - FILM: Madam Sata
$5 | 7:30pm @ The Harris Theater 809 Liberty Ave [ Downtown ]. Info: 412-682-4111 or www.pghfilmmakers.org
In a Bohemian neighborhood, circa 1932, Joao Francisco is a lean, fiery-eyed street fighter and prostitute who transforms himself into “Madame Sata,” a glittering transvestite singer, storyteller and Brazilian version of his idol, Josephine Baker. Based on the real Francisco (born in 1900 and sold as a slave by his mother at age 7) the film is a voluptuous, hot-blooded portrait of a social outcast. Told mostly in flashback, this story of a dazzling and unorthodox cabaret star also delves deep into the soul of Rio de Janeiro’s underworld. In Portuguese with subtitles. (Directed by Karim Ainouz; Brazil; 2003; 105 min)

Mon Oct 6th -  Revolve
Free | 10pm-2am @ Zythos. 2108 E.Carson St. [ South Side ]. Info: 412.481.2234
w/ Resident DJs Kerem & Kaleo..

 

  Tues Oct 7^th

Tues Oct 7th - FILM:  The Cuckoo
$5 | 7:30pm @ The Regent Square Theater 1035 S. Braddock Ave [ Edgewood ]. Info: 412-682-4111 or www.pghfilmmakers.org
Set in northern Lapland at the close of World War II, this is a warm tale of unlikely freindships. Veiko, a Finnish sniper and pacifist, is deserted by his troop, chained to a rock, and dressed in a Nazi uniform. At the same time, a Russian soldier named Ivan barely survives a bombing that wipes out all his companions. Eventually the two find each other and meet up with Anni, a resourceful reindeer farmer. Together they make an odd group (none understands each other’s language) of charming survivors. Cultural differences abound, but mistrust gives way to a brotherhood of sorts in this wonderfully humanistic film. In Russian with subtitles. (Directed by Alexander Rogozhkin; Russia; 2003; 104 min)

Tues Oct 7th - FILM: Madam Sata
$5 | 7:30pm @ The Harris Theater 809 Liberty Ave [ Downtown ]. Info: 412-682-4111 or www.pghfilmmakers.org
In a Bohemian neighborhood, circa 1932, Joao Francisco is a lean, fiery-eyed street fighter and prostitute who transforms himself into “Madame Sata,” a glittering transvestite singer, storyteller and Brazilian version of his idol, Josephine Baker. Based on the real Francisco (born in 1900 and sold as a slave by his mother at age 7) the film is a voluptuous, hot-blooded portrait of a social outcast. Told mostly in flashback, this story of a dazzling and unorthodox cabaret star also delves deep into the soul of Rio de Janeiro’s underworld. In Portuguese with subtitles. (Directed by Karim Ainouz; Brazil; 2003; 105 min)

Tues Oct 7th - Rex Jazz Lounge
Free | 9:30 pm @ The Rex Theatre 1602 E. Carson St [ South Side ]. Info: 412-381-6811 or www.rextheatre.com
Open Stage Jam Session featuring Steve Paiko.

Tues Oct 7th - Solid State Soul
Free | 10pm-2am @ Zythos. 2108 E.Carson St. [ South Side ]. Info: 412.481.2234
Deep house night, hitting the Memphis Lounge (Zythos) on Tuesday nights. w/ resident DJ DC Space and guests.

Tues Oct 7th - Hardgroove Project
Free | 9pm @ Club Havana 5744 Ellsworth Ave [ Shadyside ]. Info: 412-661-2025
a unique weekly featuring live music + DJs in an Open Jam format. Dancing, drinks - bring your own instruments!

Tues Oct 7th - Ya Dig?!
Free | 9pm-1am @ Kelly's Bar & Grill 6012 Penn Circle South [ East Liberty ]. Info: 412-363-6012
720 Soul night. Featuring rare grooves, jazz, and scratchy funk records of DJs Selecta, Bus Pass and guest DJs

 

  Wed Oct 8^th

Wed Oct 8th - USA PATRIOT ART -- Cartooning and Free Speech in War Time
5:30-7:30pm | Free but RSVP @ Art Space 303 303 E.8th Ave [ Homestead ]. Info: 412-326-0100 to RSVP or  lglick@artspittsburgh.org or www.steelvalleyarts.org
The Steel Valley Arts Council invites you to their gallery, art space 303 to view ""USA PATRIOT ART -- Cartooning and Free Speech in War Time"" In the aftermath of September 11, freedom of speech has been under attack. Political cartoonists are not immune. In some cities cartoonists have been fired or lost free-lance jobs because of cartoons critical of U.S. policy or for using ""wrong"" metaphors. Even nationally-known artists, such as Boondocks cartoonists Aaron McGruder and Ted Rall, have been censored or repudiated. In response, Gary Huck, Mike Kanopacki, Matt Wuerker, and writer Alec Dubro put together a show of cartoons from 41 editorial cartoonists from the U.S. and Mexico. USA PATRIOT ART is sponsored by the Battle of Homestead Foundation. Directions: Take the Homestead Grays Bridge formerly the High Level bridge and make a left onto East Eighth Ave. Go two blocks to Ann and Eighth the gallery is located on the left second building down.

Wed Oct 8th - SANDEEP PATEL DAY : a benefit for Sandeep Patel
6-9pm | $6 @ The Rex Theater 1602 E.Carson St [ Southside ]. Info: 412-381-6811 or phatmandee@phatmandee.com or www.rextheatre.com
Sandeep Patel is the lone survivor of Baumhammer’s racist shooting spree that happened August 2000. Sandip Patel, 26, had traveled from India to visit his family in the Pittsburgh area when he was shot by Baumhammers in the Patel family’s grocery. He is now paralyzed from the neck down. ""I wanted to help support my parents ? now I cannot do that,"" Patel said during Baumhammers’ murder trial. ""I wanted to do so many things in my life and now I can not do them. People have to do things for me."" Please help us help Sandeep Patel and his family. This benefit is organized by Asia Pittsburgh, Phatmandee and Christiane D. Performers: Phatmandee, Chai Baba, Chris Ivey, Bingo Quixote, Lin Wei Lee, and many more...

Wed Oct 8th - FILM:  The Cuckoo
$5 | 7:30pm @ The Regent Square Theater 1035 S. Braddock Ave [ Edgewood ]. Info: 412-682-4111 or www.pghfilmmakers.org
Set in northern Lapland at the close of World War II, this is a warm tale of unlikely freindships. Veiko, a Finnish sniper and pacifist, is deserted by his troop, chained to a rock, and dressed in a Nazi uniform. At the same time, a Russian soldier named Ivan barely survives a bombing that wipes out all his companions. Eventually the two find each other and meet up with Anni, a resourceful reindeer farmer. Together they make an odd group (none understands each other’s language) of charming survivors. Cultural differences abound, but mistrust gives way to a brotherhood of sorts in this wonderfully humanistic film. In Russian with subtitles. (Directed by Alexander Rogozhkin; Russia; 2003; 104 min)

Wed Oct 8th - FILM: Madam Sata
$5 | 7:30pm @ The Harris Theater 809 Liberty Ave [ Downtown ]. Info: 412-682-4111 or www.pghfilmmakers.org
In a Bohemian neighborhood, circa 1932, Joao Francisco is a lean, fiery-eyed street fighter and prostitute who transforms himself into “Madame Sata,” a glittering transvestite singer, storyteller and Brazilian version of his idol, Josephine Baker. Based on the real Francisco (born in 1900 and sold as a slave by his mother at age 7) the film is a voluptuous, hot-blooded portrait of a social outcast. Told mostly in flashback, this story of a dazzling and unorthodox cabaret star also delves deep into the soul of Rio de Janeiro’s underworld. In Portuguese with subtitles. (Directed by Karim Ainouz; Brazil; 2003; 105 min)

 

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