Musical Performance: Make a Scene and More with Krystofer Maison

Classically-trained pop/rock singer and songwriter Krystofer Maison will take the audience on an artistic journey in two sets, celebrating the role of artists in society.

This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library on the 1st floor.

Celebrate artists, libraries, and the freedom to read with pop/rock artist Krystofer Maison! Maison will perform two sets, including a series of specially-curated cover songs highlighting books that have been banned for their LGBTQ+ content. A classically trained singer, songwriter, and producer, Maison will also perform from their new EP, MAKE A SCENE. The performance will celebrate the role of artists in society and the importance of the NYPL's role in supporting those artists' creations. With longtime collaborator Dave Klodowski on keyboard.

To join the event in-person | Doors will open 30 minutes before the program begins. For free events, registration does not guarantee admission, and all registered seats are released shortly before start time. Some seats will be available for walk-ins.

ABOUT THE ARTISTS

Krystofer Maison (he/they) is a classically-trained pop/rock singer, songwriter, and producer based in New York City. His dramatic performance style is informed by years in the theatre, the androgynous rock performers of the '80s, and current avant-garde icons like Lady Gaga. Krystofer is known for his soaring range, precision vocal control, unabashed comedy between songs, and versatility in programming to often include pop, rock, theatre, and activism in the same show - always bringing audiences on a memorable journey. And with over a decade-long career in nonprofit partnerships, they are intentional about building community in every space, from Drom NYC, Pianos, and The Green Room 42 to TD Garden and Citi Field. Krystofer’s released his newest EP, MAKE A SCENE, in March of 2024. Recorded with powerhouse producers at Invite Only Studios in NYC, the record is a theatrical journey of self-discovery in four acts, and marks the beginning of a series of exciting projects over the next year. Krystofer released his debut EP Libera Me in 2021, with 3 songs with undertones from the classic requiem, set to the queer experience. In 2022, Krystofer wrote, performed, and produced the track "Fly," the signature song for the short film "Blackbird" focused on mental health. They also serve as a member of the Board of Advisors of PROJECT BLACKBIRD, a nonprofit organization formed alongside the film to shed the shame of disordered eating and addiction. Krystofer is currently in development of his first studio album. In June 2023, Krystofer produced, managed, and headlined Pride at The Park at Park Avenue Church — named a Best 2023 Pride Month Event by Time Out NYC. The large-scale fundraiser concert supported the organization's aid of transgender folks seeking asylum, featured over ten queer performers, and was sponsored by Diageo and Coca-Cola. He also works on new TV, film, and immersive properties with production partners like Victoria Cheri Bennett (“Beverages with Bevin”) and Singer Studios in London.

Dave Klodowski (he/him) is a New York based music director, pianist and vocal coach. He played piano for Off-Broadway's Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish directed by Joel Grey. His Broadway national tour credits include: Kinky Boots, Elf the Musical and Escape to Margaritaville. Regional: Hood (Asolo Rep), Hansel and Gretel (Barrington Stage) and School of Rock (Northern Stage). Dave has been resident Music Director for The Hewitt School’s musicals for the past 5 years. In recent years, he’s been involved in many developmental readings and workshops including A Transparent Musical with Center Theatre Group and The Sustain at Theatre Now New York. A graduate of Ithaca College, he writes original children’s pop music as “Davey K.” Follow him @daveklodowski.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTES

In-Person

• Assistive listening devices and/or hearing loops are available at the venue.


• You can request a free ASL (American Sign Language) interpretation or CART (Communication Access Real-Time Translation) captioning service by emailing your request at least two weeks in advance of the event: email accessibility@nypl.org or use this Gmail template.


• This venue is fully accessible to wheelchairs.

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