ROCKAWAY GOOD TIMES
By Kami-Leigh Agard
Spring is just 12 days away, which means the official “Rockaway Groan,” (cleverly coined by RT Founder/Publisher Emeritus Kevin Boyle) is almost here! With a chock-full lineup of fun to have around town—no need to leave the peninsula—Rockaway is the place to be! This week’s tip: Pretty in Pink Character Brunch happening at Bungie!
LIVE MUSIC
FRIDAY, March 8
5:30 p.m.
Calling all snowbirds! Chillaxin’ in Rincón a.k.a. Rockaway-South? Don’t miss Squid Squad raisin’ the roof at Calypso, located at the iconic Maria’s Beach on the “413 Road to Happiness.” For more info, follow: guynev6106 on Instagram.
PR-4413, Rincón 00677 PR
FRIDAY, March 8
7 p.m.
Folks, if you ever saw Dave Kellan in action on stage, you’ll come away wondering how on Earth does he fuse Stevie Wonder soul with James Taylor rock, while unearthing an Ed Sheehan vibe? Come see for yourself at Adrienne’s.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
FRIDAY, March 8
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
From music by Coldplay to Sting—award-winning violinist Chris Tedesco wows with his looping hooks and melodies at Thai Rock!
375 Beach 92nd Street
FRIDAY, March 8
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
TGIF! So, make it a night to remember with Tap That’s chart-topping food and bevies, plus Barry Waller’s acoustic grooves.
111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
FRIDAY, March 8
7:30 p.m.
Let the funk be with you at The BayHouse as The Fumos throw down their full horn section of classic ‘70s funk, rock, soul and jazz.
500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point
FRIDAY, March 8
8 p.m.
Pianist/singer/composer Phil Kadet transforms the Belle Harbor Yacht Club into an old-world cabaret, playing songs from the American Songbook, plus his own originals.
533 Beach 126th Street
FRIDAY, March 8
8 p.m.
Mike Severino and Mitch Marcus team up for the ensemble, Jazz for Dead, playing a mash-up of jazz and Grateful Dead tunes at Pico.
419 Beach 129th Street
FRIDAY, March 8
8 p.m.
Unlock your dancer self as DJ Nick Russo gets the party poppin’ on the Rooftop at The Rockaway Hotel.
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
FRIDAY, March 8
8 p.m.
Don’t miss local folk singer Mike Benedetto of The BEasy Band fame as he envelopes Margie’s with his easy-listening acoustic tunes. For more info, including reservations, visit: https://www.therockawayhotel.com/dining/margies
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
FRIDAY, March 8
9 p.m.
Kyle Wade is back at Rogers sharing laughter, pints and your favorite rock classics.
203 Beach 116th Street
FRIDAY, March 8
Uma’s serves up a special treat with Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Fernandito Ferrer, revered for his unique looping percussive guitar technique and poetic vocal imagery, reminiscent of Ani DiFranco and Antonio Cabán Vale. For showtime and reservations, call: (718) 318-9100.
92-07 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
FRIDAY, March 8
Chris Decker sweetens your Kennedy’s fine dining experience with his acoustic vibes. Call (718) 945-0202 for showtime and reservations.
406 Bayside, Breezy Point
SATURDAY, March 9
6 p.m. / 9 p.m.
The Rockaway Hotel’s Rooftop is lit with a double header! First up, piano man/singer-songwriter, Mike Tedesco, ushers in a high-energy, eclectic music performance, then at 9 p.m., DJ Danny Collins waxes the vinyl.
108-10 Rockaway Beach Drive
SATURDAY, March 9
6:30 p.m.
Bungalow Bar’s Acoustic Saturday nights are the perfect way to unwind and let off some steam in good company, plus, indulge in slammin’ food and bevies. Tonight’s special guest—Danny Ryan!
377 Beach 92nd Street
SATURDAY, March 9
7 p.m.
Make bayside hotspot, Adrienne’s, your Saturday YES-tination as Derek Adam picks and sings his way to the stage with a live acoustic set.
25 Van Brunt Road, Broad Channel
SATURDAY, March 9
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
With NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade just one week away, Wine With Sue is storming Harbor Light with a rockin’ pre-parade fête! For reservations, call: (718) 474-2202.
129-18 Newport Avenue
SATURDAY, March 9
7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Get out of the workweek mindset and into the Saturday night groove with AJ live at Tap That!
111-04 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
SATURDAY, March 9
9 p.m
One2Many is back at Rogers slingin’ an epic rock show that will definitely soothe your soul!
203 Beach 116th Street
SATURDAY, March 9
What’s on the menu tonight at Kennedy’s? Divine sunset views, food, bevies and music by Frank Persico. Call (718) 945-0202 for showtime and reservations.
406 Bayside, Breezy Point
SUNDAY, March 10
1 p.m.
Whether you’re in the mood for brunch or lunch, make it a Bunga-rrific Sunday at Bungalow Bar with guitarist/singer Robert Marcic—strummin’ his diverse acoustic catalogue of classic rock, pop, country, blues and R&B at Bungalow Bar.
377 Beach 92nd Street
SUNDAY, March 10
5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Make a beeline to Breezy as Harry & Co. takes you on a trip through the decades, jammin’ pop and rock hits from the ‘70s, ‘80s, ‘90s and ‘00s at The BayHouse.
500 Bayside Drive, Breezy Point
SUNDAY, March 10
Giddy up for another family-friendly Sunday Fun! Day! at Harbor Light with music by Gerald Bair. For showtime, follow: harborlightpub on Instagram, and for reservations, call: (718) 474-2202.
129-18 Newport Avenue
ONGOING
Wine WEDNESDAYS
7 p.m.
Bask in an evening of rhythmic storytelling with Ireland’s Cork-born renowned folk songsmith, Niall Connolly at Sayra’s.
91-11 Rockaway Beach Blvd.
THEATER AUDITIONS
RTC PRODUCTION,
“CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF”
SATURDAY, March 9:
1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
& SUNDAY, March 10:
5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Calling all actors! The Rockaway Theatre Company is holding auditions for Tennessee Williams’ Pulitzer Prize-winning drama, “Cat On A Hot Tin Roof.” If selected, auditioners must be available for all performance dates: May 31, June 1, 2, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15 and 16. This is an open, in-person audition. Please bring headshot and resume. Sides will be provided. Auditioners are urged to familiarize themselves with the play’s characters before auditioning. Callbacks take place on Wednesday, March 13 at 7 p.m. For further info, including travel directions, visit: www.rockawaytheatrecompany.org
John Gilleece Theater, Bldg. T4 at Fort Tilden, Gateway National Recreation Area in Breezy Point
SPECIAL MENTIONS
PRETTY IN PINK CHARACTER BRUNCH AT BUNGALOW BAR
SUNDAY, March 10
10:30 a.m. / 1 p.m.
Give Barbie some competition by bringing your little pink-lovin’ princesses dressed up as their favorite plastic doll to Bungalow Bar’s “Pretty in Pink Character Brunch.” Two seating times available: 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Admission is $25 for children, which includes food, drinks and entertainment. Reserve your table today by calling: (718) 945-2100.
377 Beach 92nd Street
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