upcoming events
Adam Shenkman’s Bar Mitzvah: Los Angeles, CA
where: Echo Park Film Center 
when: Aug 30 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
This month, beloved Heeb Storytelling accordionist Adam Shenkman will finally become a man. That’s right, the 27-year-old Shenkman will be celebrating his coming of age with a very special edition of his monthly comedy show, titled "Adam’s Bar Mitzvah," at Echo Park Film Center in Los Angeles. The Adam Shenkman Special is a unique comedy performance that is structured like a live TV taping, complete with commercial breaks, video clips and audience participation (which means you should probably sit in the back). Tickets $10
Germany Issue Release Party: Brooklyn, NY
where: Union Pool
when: September 1 - 2, 2009 8:00 pm - 2:00 am
Join us for the würst party of the season, complete with copious amounts of beer and giveaways at the door. The lovely ladies of Brooklyn’s Main Squeeze Orchestra will provide the soundtrack for the night, with seven accordions in tow, along with Dj Duane Harriott (Other Music/Bim Marx/Negroclash/Audio Archeology). Arrive early to take advantage of happy hour specials running until 10 p.m. that include $3 Yuengling pints and $6 for a PBR & shot of Old Grandad.
Cover: Free
Sway Machinery Performance: Los Angeles, CA
where: Wilshire Boulevard Temple
when: Sep 17 9:00 pm - 12:00 pm
Celebrate the Jewish New Year with a free performance by The Sway Machinery, America’s only indie rock Jewish cantorial band, which includes performers Jeremiah Lockwood (Balkan Beat Box), John Bollinger (Barbez), Matt Bauder, Kelly Pratt (Beirut and Arcade Fire) and Colin Stetson (Arcade Fire). The concert also includes storytelling and a selection of animated films. And justify your absence at work the next day at an open bar reception (featuring wines from Wente Vineyards) prior to the concert at 8:00 p.m. in the courtyard of the Temple.
Eugene Mirman Comedy Festival: Brooklyn, NY
where: Union Hall and The Bell House
when: September 18 - 20, 2009 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Heeb is proud to be a media sponsor of the second annual Eugene Mirman Comedy Festival. Curated by Mirman, and featuring the biggest, most respected names in alternative comedy—including Heeb favorites such as Michael Showalter, Kristen Schaal and Hannibal Buress—the festival is sure to provide the kind of comic relief the end of the summer requires. Last year’s festivities included an awards ceremony with honors such as "Best Twin in a Twin Performing Ensemble,” so expect the unexpected during this four-day romp through various Brooklyn venues. Tickets: $5 – 15, purchase here Test out Eugene Mirman’s Guide to Getting Groupies at this ridiculous comedy festival.
Sway Machinery Performance: San Francisco, CA
where: The Sanctuary at Temple Emanu-El
when: September 19 - 20, 2009 10:00 pm - 1:00 am
Check out The Sway Machinery, America’s only indie rock Jewish cantorial band, which includes performers Jeremiah Lockwood (Balkan Beat Box), John Bollinger (Barbez), Matt Bauder, Kelly Pratt (Beirut and Arcade Fire) and Colin Stetson (Arcade Fire). The event also includes storytelling, a selection of animated films and an open bar reception (featuring wines from Wente Vineyards) prior to the concert at 9:00 p.m.
