Godlings Three - Staged Reading!
Mar
23
7:00 PM19:00

Godlings Three - Staged Reading!

  • 23-35 Broadway Astoria, NY, 11106 United States (map)
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Script written by Mary McDonnell with music by Michael Alan Johnson, Summer Dregs & Paul Smallman. Join us for a staged reading. This reading will feature Sydney Kenton, Miciah Wallace, Ella Baumann, Hannah Carter, Jack Roden, Johnny Rabe, Leah Reineck, Catrina Contini, Elijah Martinez & Yasmin Ranz-Lind. Directed by Julie Drexler Johnson.

It'll be a night to remember! You will have a chance to meet the creators of the show and see the early development of a new musical. Hope to see you there!

Join us for our next reading of “Godlings Three”! RESERVE YOUR SEAT NOW!

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"Everyday Charlie" - Youth Production in Astoria!
Feb
24
to Feb 25

"Everyday Charlie" - Youth Production in Astoria!

“Everyday Charlie” Ticket RSVP

Suggested Donation of $15 per ticket. This is a free program for all participants and your purchase ensures Rock Rising can cover costs to pay our team and keep the program free for students! Raffle prizes and concessions will be for sale at the show, 75-minute show/no intermission.

Showtimes

Saturday February 24th 4:30pm

Saturday February 24th 7:00pm

Sunday February 25th 2pm

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No America, No Jazz: a jazz history journey
Feb
10
6:30 PM18:30

No America, No Jazz: a jazz history journey

  • 23-35 Broadway Astoria, NY, 11106 United States (map)
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Featuring Jazz Vocalist (and Rock Rising’s current Featured Artist) HANNAH CARTER with GERALD CHAVIS (trumpet).

Celebrate Black History Month with us with a ‘lil jazz and a ‘lil soul food (Just Soul Catering).

Two ticket options:

VIP Dinner Package - ticket includes dinner, drinks and priority seating for the concert 630pm (only 20 available) - $40

Concert Ticket - general concert seating 8pm (30 available) - $20

(We will confirm details about dinner & dietary restrictions after purchase!)

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Halloween Costume Competition @ Bohemian Beer Garden
Oct
31
5:00 PM17:00

Halloween Costume Competition @ Bohemian Beer Garden

Spend Halloween with us!

Join us on Tuesday, 10/31/2023 at the Bohemian Beer Garden (29-19 24th Ave, Astoria, 11102) after you trick-or-treat! Buy One Get One drinks all night for those in a costume! Prizes for costume winners called at 7pm. Family/Group costumes qualify, judges will decide on winners between 5:30p-7pm. In order to participate in the competition you must arrive to the Beer Garden before 7pm.

You can arrive as early as 5pm, the event is free (no RSVP required, just drop in!) and open to the public - KIDS ARE WELCOME!

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Pumpkin Painting & Carving Station
Oct
29
3:00 PM15:00

Pumpkin Painting & Carving Station

Join us for our first collaboration with 31st Avenue Open Street at our pumpkin creation station! Led by our featured artist Elizabeth Johnson. We are so excited! Come by from 3-7pm. Event is FREE! This is our first time partnering with 31st Avenue Open Street and we have a feeling it’s not the last…!

Our booth will be at 31st Avenue & 34th Street!

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Sip & Paint
Sep
8
7:00 PM19:00

Sip & Paint

Fall Paint & Sip! Join us for our first event of the fall.

Every person will have their own paint, paintbrushes, canvas, water cup, paint tray, and apron. Each ticket includes drinks and treats, but you can also BYOB! The canvas is yours to keep and take home.

We will be led by Rock Rising's current Featured Artist Elizabeth Johnson. Limited space!

TICKETS

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Live Concert Reading - Godlings Three, a new musical
Jun
4
2:00 PM14:00

Live Concert Reading - Godlings Three, a new musical

Script written by Mary McDonnell with music by Michael Alan Johnson, Summer Dregs & Paul Smallman. Join us for the first EVER live concert reading. This reading will feature live music and acting! Summer Dregs, Michael Johnson & Paul Smallman will be playing live and the script will be delivered by a small group of young performers who have worked with Rock Rising on developing new shows. It'll be a night to remember! You will have a chance to meet the creators of the show and see the early development of a new musical. Hope to see you there!

TICKETS HERE ($10)

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Town Hall Meeting #2
May
25
6:00 PM18:00

Town Hall Meeting #2

Rock Rising is hosting a second Town Hall meeting as a follow up to our first in February 2023.

What > Town Hall Meeting #2 - update on theater center developments / theater opportunities in Astoria & introduction to Rock Rising's broader team helping with the project! 

Who > YOU! Excited to meet new friends and see some familiar faces! Feel free to invite anybody who may be interested in learning about this by forwarding this invitation.

Our mission is to connect communities, amplify artists and to spark collaboration. We are an artist-focused non profit production company and focus mostly on generating new works of theater and producing live events. We love to feature artists and work to find practical ways to boost their artistry. We are committed to Astoria and the community around us. More details to come at the meeting!

RSVP HERE!

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Town Hall Meeting: CALLING ALL THEATER PROFESSIONALS!
Feb
20
5:00 PM17:00

Town Hall Meeting: CALLING ALL THEATER PROFESSIONALS!

Rock Rising is hosting an informal, informational meeting about bringing some new theater opportunities to central Astoria. We have preliminary plans and ideas that we are eager to share with you! But we are even more excited to hear about you and your ideas! 

This meeting has an open invitation to fellow theater professionals in Astoria and our community. You are welcome to invite people by forwarding this email to them! 

We are requiring RSVP to have an idea of headcount and provide beverages. 

Our mission is to connect communities, amplify artists and to spark collaboration. We are an artist-focused non profit production company and focus mostly on generating new works of theater and producing live events. We love to feature artists and work to find practical ways to boost their artistry. We are committed to Astoria and the community around us. More details to come at the meeting!

RSVP HERE!

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Fan Fiction Live Ft. Amanda Bruton
Nov
18
8:00 PM20:00

Fan Fiction Live Ft. Amanda Bruton

Fan Fiction Live: Robot Movie Night! Join us in Astoria @ the Grove34 w/ hosts ALYSSA DAVIS and DREW REILLY and special guest AMANDA BRUTON! This show is based upon and inspired by the smash hit podcast by the same name. Just ask some absolute ai cinephiles to generate some truly one-of-a-kind fanatic fiction and VOILA! Fan Fiction Live: Robot Movie Night!

TICKETS ON SALE NOW

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Artist Meet-N-Greet!
Oct
23
4:00 PM16:00

Artist Meet-N-Greet!

Come to our Meet-N-Greet with NYC creatives. We’ll supply the caffeine and carbs featuring local coffee and pastries. You provide the energy and conversation! BYOV (Bring Your Own Vibe). Event is FREE and all are welcome :)

Hang with artists, discover collaborative opportunities, meet new friends! Short, impromptu performances starting at 5pm. Option to sign up for our Open Mic HERE to present your music, comedy, poetry, dance, or art of any kind. All artistic disciplines encouraged to share, even if you want to show off a new sweater you are crocheting!

You can RSVP HERE and save the event to your personal calendar so you don’t forget! After party just a few blocks away at Break Bar (32-04 Broadway, Astoria).

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Fan Fiction LIVE!
Sep
22
8:00 PM20:00

Fan Fiction LIVE!

Fan Fiction Live: Robot Movie Night! Join us in Astoria at the Grove34 with hosts ALYSSA DAVIS and DREW REILLY and special guest ALLISON REESE for our first ever live Fan Fiction show! This show is based upon and inspired by the smash hit podcast by the same name. Just ask some absolute ai cinephiles to generate some truly one-of-a-kind fanatic fiction and VOILA! Fan Fiction Live: Robot Movie Night!

TICKETS on sale now!

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Summer Bdays Pop-Up
Jul
11
7:00 PM19:00

Summer Bdays Pop-Up

Rock Rising’s next Pop-up is a community Birthday Party! Come celebrate your SUMMER BDAY with us! We will party from 7-10pm at the Grove 34 in Astoria. Tickets available HERE. Space is very limited, so act now or miss out on the most epic birthday party of all time.

Party Games, Party Gifts, Party Drinks, Party Food, Party YOU.

Ticket includes drinks, food & a birthday gift (even if you aren’t a Summer baby).

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Pop-Up Party
Mar
19
7:30 PM19:30

Pop-Up Party

Proof of Vaccination required at the door.

Art Installation: surfdontfall | Live Music: BROCRISP, yathegod & Summer Dregs

Board Game: Catacombian Games | Ticket Includes 2 Drinks & Refreshments.

Hang by the bonfire. Chill around the art. Vibe with the music. Play the game. Raffle for prizes. You choose. Space is limited, so buy your ticket NOW.

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