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ALTAR BOYZ — The holy inspiring story of 5 small-town boys - Matthew, Mark, Luke, Juan and Abraham - trying to save the world one screaming fan at a time. Their pious pop act, worked wonders on the Ohio bingo-hall-and-pancake-breakfast circuit. But when fate brings them to New York, will the boyz take a bite out of the forbidden apple? With angelic voices, sinfully spectacular dancing and a touching story, Altar Boyz is destined to rock the masses of all denominations! Dodger Stages, 340 W. 50th St, 1(212) 239-6200 or 1(800) 432-7250

BASH'D — The award-winning gay rap opera chronicles the tale of Jack and Dillon; two star-crossed lovers who must cope with the reality of hatred when one is brutally beaten. It is told entirely through rap, spoken word and poetry, turning the often-homophobic musical genre on its ear. Even though the topic is serious, the musical is high energy, irreverent, and provocative. The Zipper Factory, 336 W. 37th St. (btwn 8th & 9th Aves). 1(212) 352-3101. CLOSES Sept 30.

BLUE MAN GROUP — Three men with extraterrestrial imaginations carry this long-running comic theater piece with music, audience participation, and ridiculous situations. This show is unlike anything you've seen before. Three performers with bald, blue heads splatter paint and use every imaginable prop in this totally fun and totally unique production. Astor Place Theatre, 434 Lafayette St. Tickets: 1(212) 254-4370 or ticketmaster.com.

FORBIDDEN BROADWAY – DANCES WITH THE STARS – This edition spoofs the brightest stars and biggest shows on the Great White Way. You'll see them waltz away with Kelli O'Hara in South Pacific, samba around In The Heights, and foxtrot with Patti LuPone in Gypsy - plus Sunday In The Park With George, Grease and more. An unstoppable force in New York theatre since 1982. It has been a favorite among theatre lovers, as well as the Broadway stars themselves who often stop by to laugh at themselves alongside their public. 47th Street Theatre, 304 West 47th St. Tickets: 1(212) 239-6200 or 1 (800) 432-7250. CLOSES January 15.

FUERZABRUTA – This show focuses on movement; it includes a man running full throttle through a series of moving walls, individuals racing to connect from opposite sides of a whirling sail, and performers frolicking and interacting in a watery world suspended just above the audience. Daryl Roth Theatre, 20 Union Square East. Tickets: 1(212) 239-6200 or 1(800) 432-7250.

LAST JEW IN EUROPE — A tragicomedy about the resurgence of anti-Semitism in today's Europe tells the story of love between a young Polish Jew and his Christian fiancιe. Fearing that she would walk out on him if she knew he's Jewish, he refuses to divulge his Jewish identity to her. But two days before their wedding, a young Mormon from Utah on a mission to uncover Jewish families in Poland, arrives in Lodz and meets with the girl. Triad Theatre, 158 W. 72nd St (btwn Amsterdam & Columbus Aves). 1(212) 352-3101 or 1(866) 811-4111.

MURDERED BY THE MOB — Mingle with mobsters and molls; break bread and heads with Wiseguys and Mafia princesses. Rubbing elbows with goodfellas and ducking bullets over Broadway has never been this much fun. This interactive comedy mystery features a three course sit down dinner, dancing with a professional DJ, and surprises at every turn. You even have the chance to solve the case and win some fabulous prizes. Seven prizes in every performance, including a collectors item any crime solver would cherish and "Academy Awards" for the best actor & actress chosen from the audience. Friday 7:30pm / Saturday 7:00pm. Now in its eighth year at Amo Ristorante, 141 West 38th St. 1(212) 352-3101.

NAKED BOYS SINGING — Eight gentlemen display more than their considerable talent in this musical revue. An original score of 16 songs is performed by an attractive cast of "costume-free" men. Witty and clever, the evening celebrates the joys of male nudity. Friday 10:30pm / Saturday 6:00pm & 10:30pm. 47th Street Theatre, 304 West 47th St. Tickets: 1(212) 239-6200, 1(800) 432-7250, or Telecharge.com.

PERFECT CRIME — This long-running mystery (now in its 21st year) is about a small-town detective determined to prove that an affluent psychiatrist murdered her husband. Snapple Theater, 1627 Broadway @ 50th St. Tickets: 1(212) 921-7862.

STOMP — Rather than using conventional instruments, this eight-member ensemble uses everyday objects to create amazing sounds and celebrate rhythm. Orpheum Theatre, 126 Second Ave, between 7th and 8th Sts. Tickets: 1(212) 307-4100 or ticketmaster.com.

THE QUANTUM EYE - MAGIC DECEPTIONS — An amazing evening of intimate magic and mind-reading brought into the 21st century. Sam Eaton's feats of memory, mental agility and apparent mental telepathy will entertain you, open your mind to the fascinating potential that we all perceive the world in different ways and perhaps leave you with the tools to see the deceptions that we are bombarded with daily. Every Saturday at 5:00pm, Snapple Theater, 1627 Broadway @ 50th St. Tickets: 1(212) 921-7862.

TONY N' TINA'S WEDDING — In this hilarious interactive comedy, the audience is part of the show. As "invited guests," the audience begins with a 30 minute ceremony followed by a rousing reception at Vinnie Black's Colliseum at the Edison Hotel. Dancing to a four-piece band, champagne toasts, a full pasta dinner, and a slice of the wedding cake are all provided by the Nunzio and Vitale "families." Friday 7:00pm / Saturday 1:00pm & 7:00pm. Vinnie Black's Colliseum at the Edison Hotel, 221 West 46th St. Tickets: 1(212) 352-3101

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