Village Gate
Village Gate[edit | edit source]
The Village Gate was a nightclub located at the corner of Thompson and Bleecker Streets in Greenwich Village, New York. It was opened in 1958 by Art D'Lugoff and was a popular venue for musicians, comedians, and theatrical performances.
History[edit | edit source]
The Village Gate was originally a commercial building before it was converted into a nightclub. It was known for its eclectic mix of entertainment, which included jazz, folk music, comedy, and off-Broadway shows. Some of the most famous performers of the time, such as Billie Holiday, Duke Ellington, and Aretha Franklin, graced its stage.
Closure and Legacy[edit | edit source]
The Village Gate closed in 1993 due to financial difficulties. However, its legacy lives on. In 2013, the space was reopened as Le Poisson Rouge, a multimedia art cabaret that continues the tradition of presenting a wide range of performances.
Notable Performances[edit | edit source]
Over the years, the Village Gate hosted a number of notable performances. These include:
- Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris - This musical revue, featuring the songs of Belgian singer-songwriter Jacques Brel, had a successful run at the Village Gate in the late 1960s.
- National Lampoon's Lemmings - This off-Broadway musical revue, which parodied the Woodstock Festival, was performed at the Village Gate in 1973.
See Also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
External Links[edit | edit source]
- Le Poisson Rouge - Official website of the venue that now occupies the former Village Gate space.
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