Jtown October 15—31, 2009

An interactive artwork and performance series
Enter the sights, sounds and celebrations of a neighborhood like no other. Regular gallery hours and many events are free of charge.

The Birth of Jtown!

Opening Night Celebration October 16, 2009
Performance begins at 7 p.m., Free
This town is just passing through, so be sure to join the birthday party. Help us consecrate Jtown, where YOU are an honored citizen. Potluck Party follows a short program of ritual and performance...bring a birthday snack to share.

Jtown Underwear Yoga Club

Friday, October 16, 3-4 p.m., Free
Friday, October 23, 3-4 p.m., Free
Friday, October 30, 3-4 p.m., Free
Wear what you like, all underwear and overwear welcome. Bring your yoga mat or blanket for this relaxed hour of yoga guided by Bro. Dylan Tellesen.

 

Jtown welcomes Rogue Theatre and the 24-hour Elephant Dance

October 17, 7 p.m. through October 18, 7 p.m.
A fundraiser for 1078 Gallery and Rogue Theatre. Harken back to the 1930s when times were tough and money was hard to come by. Whoever is left standing at the end of this 24-hour dance marathon takes home a $1000 cash prize. Along with the dancing, enjoy music, comedy, raffles, movies, karaoke, and more.
Dancers: must register and secure $200 minimum donation. Contact info@chicorogue.com
Spectators: roll the dice to determine your door charge.

 

Jtown Games

Saturday, October 24, 1 – 4 p.m. Free event

Games for all ages, some classic, some huge, some crazy. Bring the family and friends. Refreshments available.

Jtown: New Bands

October 23, 2009, 7 p.m., $5 cover
Fresh, young bands wail tonight. Virtuoso Metal, Rock, and more. All ages show. Bands performing: Forms, Tomes of Goetia, and Are We Dead Yet?

 

 

Jtown welcomes "Men on Love"

October 24, 2009, 7 p.m.
This spoken word event is produced and hosted by Anthony Peyton Porter, featuring members of the Jtown Men's Club. See anthonypeytonporter.com for more information.

 

 

Jtown Theater Shorts

October 30, 2009, 7 p.m.
Drama comes to Jtown with a night of new works and old, featuring solo performances by Mabrie Ormes, Hilary Tellesen, and Rob Wilson.

 

Jtown Halloween

October 31, 2009, 8 p.m.
A costume and dancing extravaganza mark the last night of Jtown! Get your alternate universe groove on all night long in our beloved town before it leaves your neighborhood! Expect beauty, anarchy, and revelry. Live Music TBA. Check for more details in September at 1078gallery.org or janiceporterart.com.