Village Halloween Costume Ball at Theater for the New City

Theater for the New City's Village Halloween Costume Ball, a revered Village tradition that frequently welcomes over 1,200 revelers, will be presented virtually this year with most of its key traditions preserved. Notable artists including Everett Quinton, F. Murray Abraham, Austin Pendleton, Phoebe Legere and Penny Arcade will appear along with over 100 other performers. A wide variety of multi-arts events is promised, including cabaret shows, music for dancing, radio plays, kids' attractions, an art exhibit, I Ching readings, a scream contest, a costume judging and a vicious and sexy late night cabaret. The celebration starts at 2:00 PM October 31 and everything will be streamed on the theater's website (www.theaterforthenewcity.net) and its Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/theaterforthenewcity). Only new works will be presented. All events will remain posted about a week, until they are archived. Attendance will be free but donations will be gratefully accepted.While the festival is predominantly virtual, one innovative venue has been invented for in-person entertainment. Live performances will take place in Theater for the New City's Set Shop, located on East Tenth Street near First Avenue, and will be visible from the adjoining street and sidewalk. These performances will also be live streamed and available online along with the evening's other programming.