>The Spiegeltent. An opulent tent made of canvas, glass, teak, mirrors, brocade, and billowing velvet, the Spiegeltent presents the lush world of European cabaret with an eclectic mix of cutting-edge local and international musical, vaudeville, theatre, comedy, and circus performers. Pier 17, South Street Seaport, Manhattan. See www.spiegelworld.com for a complete schedule.
American Tap Dance Foundation. The ATDF offers sample tap classes for beginners (ages 5 to teens), pre-tap classes for kids (ages 3–4), and performances by the ATDF student ensemble. Discounts on registration for the fall semester will be available. Chelsea Studios, 151 W. 26th St., 5th floor, Manhattan. Noon.
>The Spiegeltent. See Fri., Sept. 22.
Broadway Flea Market and Grand Auction. The 20th annual event, a benefit for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, gives theatre fans the chance to pose for photos with their favorite Broadway stars, get celebrity autographs, and purchase memorabilia, such as rare cast recordings, signed posters and programs, and costume sketches. Shubert Alley (at West 44th Street), Manhattan. 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Info: www.broadwaycares.org.
>"The Last Pagan Rites." CBGB's final open mike and closing party. CBGB's 313 Gallery, 313 Bowery, Manhattan. 4 p.m.–midnight. $5 ($3 for participants). Info: www.cbgb.com.
>NYMF @ Ars Nova: The Petersons. Described by The New York Times as a "hipster theater mock-rock group," the New York band presents a night of music and comedy. Ars Nova, 511 W. 54th St., Manhattan. 9 p.m. $20. Tickets: (212) 352-3101 or www.theatermania.com.
>The Spiegeltent. See Fri., Sept. 22.
How to Be a Working Actor. On their book's 20th anniversary, authors Mari Lyn Henry and Lynne Rogers, plus a panel of industry professionals, share their knowledge. Arthur Seelen Theatre, Drama Book Shop, 250 W. 40th St., Manhattan. 6 p.m.
>Shakespeare on Broadway. The Shakespeare Society kicks off its 10th season with a 90-minute celebration of the American musical theatre's adaptations of Shakespeare. Broadway actors Marin Mazzie, Jason Danieley, Tom Wopat, Richard Kind, and Brian d'Arcy James will perform, while Tony-winning director Jack O'Brien provides commentary, as scenes and speeches from The Comedy of Errors, The Taming of the Shrew, and Romeo and Juliet are paired with the songs of Rodgers and Hart (The Boys From Syracuse), Cole Porter (Kiss Me, Kate), and Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim (West Side Story). The Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College, West 68th Street (between Park and Lexington avenues), Manhattan. 6:30 p.m. $25–$40. Tickets: (212) 772-4448.
>The Spiegeltent. See Fri., Sept. 22.
>Project Shaw. Charlotte Rae and George S. Irving perform work by George Bernard Shaw. Hosted by Jim Dale, followed by a Q&A with producer-director David Staller. Presented by the St. George's Society Arts Initiative. National Arts Club, 15 Gramercy Park South, Manhattan. 6 p.m. $20. Reservations required; call (212) 682-6110 or email val.bickel@stgeorgessociety.org. Info: www.projectshaw.com.
>Letters to a Young Artist. Women's Expressive Theater honors Anna Deavere Smith with an all-star reading of her new book. Scheduled performers include Eve Ensler, Bill T. Jones, Olympia Dukakis, Michael Cerveris, and Lisa Kron; hosted by Martin Sheen and Daryl Roth. Daryl Roth Theatre, 101 E. 15th St., Manhattan. 7 p.m., followed by a reception. $115 in advance; $125 at the door. Info: www.wetweb.org.
>ImprovOke. Improv meets karaoke as the audience sings and the cast improvises scenes inspired by the songs. The Duplex, 61 Christopher St. (at Seventh Ave. South), Manhattan. 7 p.m. $8 in advance, $10 at the door, plus a two-drink minimum. Tickets: www.brownpapertickets.com. Info: www.theduplex.com.
>The Spiegeltent. See Fri., Sept. 22.
The Faculty and Stanley. An hour of long-form improv comedy. The PIT, 154 W. 29th St., Manhattan. 9:30 p.m. Info: (212) 563-7488 or www.thepit-nyc.com.
>The Spiegeltent. See Fri., Sept. 22.
"Prelude '06: At the Forefront of Contemporary NYC Theatre." More than 20 short performances, readings, and open rehearsals of new works by innovative artists such as Will Eno, Charles Mee, Carl Hancock Rux, Cynthia Hopkins, and Mabou Mines. Martin E. Segal Theatre, CUNY Graduate Center, 365 Fifth Ave., Manhattan. 4, 6, and 8 p.m. Schedule and tickets: (212) 868-4444 or www.smarttix.com.
>The Spiegeltent. See Fri., Sept. 22.