Village Halloween Costume Ball

More a full-fledged festival than a mere ball, this spirited event will be heading outdoors this year on East 10th St with entertainment starting at 2pm. Costumes are required, and cabaret, theater performances, food and music contribute to this all-out assault on the senses. Expect performances by swing and Latin bands, a Monsters and Miracles Costume Parade, a costume competition, "The Red and Black Masque," and an annual Medieval ritual show written by Arthur Sainer, scored by David Tice and directed by Crystal Field performed by torchlight. The audience will also be invited to participate, Chop Shop Theater—a succession of free, live, 10-minute performances staged in the theater's set shop for audiences outside who watch through an open garage door on East 10th Street.