Archive for the NYC culture category
January 10th, 2008 by jamie a
Through January 12
, a new exhibit by the students at the School of Visual Arts, tackles the topics of current global conditions and human relationships to urban environments. Featured artists include Rachel Barrett, Brittany Bartley, Soo Jin Chung, and Felix Gephart.
Through January 12 (8 pm)
New York City Ballet presents the return of their hit show after its premiere 40 years ago at the Lincoln Center Theatre. It’s the world’s first plotless, full-length ballet and it focuses on “…capturing the intrinsic qualities of emeralds, rubies, and diamonds in order to shine a brilliant light on French romanticism, American neoclassicism, and Russian classical tradition.”
Saturday, January 12 (8 pm)
Attention all music nuts! The is celebrated by a tribute to Bob Dylan’s “Royal Albert Hall” May 17th, 1966 concert. This event is free to the public and includes star performers such as Laura Cantrell, Oakley Hall, and Stevie Jackson (of Belle & Sebastian).
January 9-12
The Japan Society is hosting an exhibition of entitled “Making a Home” this weekend, along with their annual , featuring outstanding cutting-edge dance.
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January 9th, 2008 by jamie a
Attending a Performance of The Lion King
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If your youngster has never had the amazing experience of seeing a live Broadway show, this February in NYC is the perfect opportunity to go.
Kids ages 6-18 are welcome to see a show for free on February 5, 6, 12, and 13th when accompanied by a paying adult. With 22 incredible shows participating, there’s bound to be something for every musical theatre nut! In addition to free tickets, kids are also invited to eat for free at these awesome while parents are offered discounted parking.
As a good ol’ Broadway fanatic myself, I can safely say that my trip to see The Lion King in 1998 definitely made me love theater more than I already did. It’s a stunning show, as I’m sure you’ve heard from endless reviews, and an amazing theatrical experience, perfect for wide-eyed, curious children. I continue to thank my mom for taking me to my first Broadway show and fueling my passion for the arts!
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January 3rd, 2008 by jamie a
Friday, January 4 (10 am)
Kick off the New Year with the ! Celebrating the arrival of the Magi, this colorful celebration includes floats, giant puppets, and camels, along with music and delicious food.
Friday, January 4 (7 pm)
Join Book Award Nominee Jim Shepard as he reads from his new book Like You’d Understand, Anyway. This free event will be held at , an actual former Piano factory!
Through January 6
Be sure to catch the final performances of this weekend. You’ll be amazed at the skill of these talented acrobats, contortionists, and jugglers put together in a show of dazzling music and color.
Through January 6
It’s also the final weekend of “” at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Forty magnificent tapestries from more than fifteen European countries are presented in this sequel to the 2002 exhibit “Tapestry in the Renaissance: Art and Magnificence.”
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December 20th, 2007 by jamie a
Through December 31
The last day to see the exhibit will be on Monday, December 31st. Be sure to head on over to the Museum of the City of New York for this retrospective of the glory days of the Yankees, the Giants, and the Dodgers.
Through December 29
The Jonathan Levine Gallery presents the final weeks of . Featuring new works of urban street scenes by the leading artists of the medium, this exhibit traces the rise of graffiti art into a global movement.
Through December 31
Here’s your chance to experience the last days of in all its holiday glory. Featuring holiday shopping, a fair with handmade goods from local artisans, and a kaleidoscope light show, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Saturday, December 29 (10 am)
Head on over to the New York City Historical Society for . This weekend’s performance is the story of the Marquis de Lafayette, who played an important role in the American victory of the Revolutionary War.
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December 13th, 2007 by jamie a
Saturday, December 15 (7 pm)
Join the Union Square Barnes & Noble to welcome , chef, author, and food critic for a discussion of his book No Reservations: Around the World on an Empty Stomach. There will also be a book signing following the discussion.
Saturday, December 15 - Sunday, December 16
With highlights from their 2007 world tour, the will be performing at the Queens Theatre in the Park in Flushing, NY.
Saturday, December 15 (8 pm)
presents their winter concert this Saturday at Saint Anne and the Holy Trinity Church in Brooklyn Heights.
Saturday, December 15 (3:30 pm)
Have you always wished you could be in It’s a Wonderful Life? If so, head on over to the Metropolitan Playhouse for their annual ! You can draw lots for one of the parts or you can just sit back and watch!
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November 30th, 2007 by susan j
After 19 (!) days of silence on Broadway due to a stagehands’ strike, last night marked the first performance in over two weeks for many Broadway shows. The NY Times ArtsBeat blog has comprehensive coverage of the , and Playbill online reports that the League of American Producers is putting on a at noon today to celebrate the end of the strike. Now that the strike has ended, you can check out !
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November 29th, 2007 by jamie a
November 19 - December 29
The is underway in Vanderbilt Hall with offerings from jewelry to fun gifts for kids. Keep warm at this great indoor festival and get your holiday shopping done in a snap.
November 28 - December 31
perform their masterpiece Revelations as well as a rotation of their new pieces at New York’s City Center for the next month. Each day is different, so be sure to check the schedule!
Saturday, December 1 (9 am)
Join the New York Bird Club with a guided tour of Central Park. Lead by an experienced birdwatcher, this tour will make use of your binoculars by showing all the wildlife that Central Park has to offer.
Sunday, December 2 (10:30 am - 2:30 pm)
Celebrate Hanukkah at the 92nd Street YMCA with their ! Bring the whole family and build a Menorah, make your own candles, make your own olive oil, and decorate a dreidel! You can also enjoy live musicians, storytelling, and the 2nd annual latkes cook-off.
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November 20th, 2007 by jamie a
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Ever wonder how the New York subway system grew to be the most extensive public transportation system in the world? At the , you can explore its humble beginnings in 1869 by Alfred Ely Beach to being among one of the ten busiest systems in the world, operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Housed in the now defunct Court Street Station in Brooklyn, the museum displays subway memorabilia, heritage signage, models and dioramas of subway and bus equipment, and also sponsors lectures and seminars. Explore the technological, cultural, and social history of the subway through exhibits like Steel, Stone and Backbone, which recounts the story of building the system, or On the Streets, which features the story of NYC’s trolleys and buses.
Before your visit, be sure to check out their ever-changing listings of !
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November 15th, 2007 by jamie a
November 14 - 18
During , you can celebrate the Dutch arts of the city. This event is put together by museums, galleries, historical societies, and preservation groups and culminates with a celebration of Dutch-American Heritage Day on November 16.
Thursday, November 15 (6- 9 pm)
Sunday, November 17 (12 - 5 pm)
Support the Schneider Children’s Hospital when you attend There’ll be holiday art, live music, cocktails, and an official Cat in the Hat costumed character for photo ops!
Thursday, November 15 (5-9 pm)
Check out the preview opening of at the Brooklyn Museum. All proceeds go to benefit the museum’s decorative arts collection.
November 16 - January 6
Beginning on Friday, see the Bronx Zoo in all its holiday glory during ! In its 11th year, see the animals who stay up late, participate in nightly entertainment, and enjoy over half a million twinkling lights.
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November 8th, 2007 by jamie a
November 6 - 11
Get ready to laugh with the . With an incredible list of performers including Robin Williams, Lewis Black, Conan O’Brien, and Sarah Silverman, it’s bound to be a hit. Check out from the Daily News.
Friday, November 9 - Sunday, November 11
Attention Chocoholics! is this weekend. Get your tickets to enjoy culinary demonstrations, fashion shows, children’s activities, and most of all, chocolate.
Sunday, November 11
marches down 5th Avenue this Sunday. Since 1929, the Veteran’s Day commemoration begins with a wreath laying ceremony at 10 am at the Eternal Flame in Madison Square Park and continues on with the parade.
November 9 - November 11
will be held at Pier 92 this weekend, showcasing the best in modern Asian art. From panels and discussion to performances, discover new works of art to take your breath away from 80 artists hailing from 10 different countries.
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