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Where else but in New York City can you listen to a world-class musician, discuss a book with a famous author, take a part in poetry reading, have a glass of wine at an art exhibition opening, and all that on the same day, and all that free of charge, and all of that on any day of the year, whether it's December or July, April or November!
The trick is to know about those free events, free things to do BEFORE they happen, not after the fact. That's where Club Free Time comes in handy! Become a Club Free Time member and start using these unique New York City (NYC) opportunities today, July 27, 2025!
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Experience an entirely new perspective on New York. 'Open up a whole new cultural world... in one of the most vibrant capital cities in the world, sampling cultural delights beyond anyone's wildest dream.' Rupert Parker, journalist, photographer, cameraman, and TV producer
July 27, 2025. Free shows, free concerts, free movies, free tours, free readings, worshops, lectures, etc. are New York's best kept secret! Learn all about it and do not miss the unique opportunities that only New York provides: NYC never ceases to amaze you with quantity and quality of its free culture and free entertainment whether it's day or night, weekday or weekend, summer or winter, spring or fall, January or June, May or September. If you are looking for inexpensive things to do and where to go in Manhattan today, tonight, tomorrow, or any other time, or any other day of any week - you came to the right place: just click on any day on the calendar dispayed on the every page of our site and you will see how many events you can attend in Manhattan free of charge on that very day.
New York's cultural scene is at its busiest in October and March (and the same goes for free events, free things to do), but other months of the year still offer incredible amount of high quality, off the beaten path, unique free events, free things to do which will take your breath away! So if you looking for something to do in April or November, December or February, you will find tons of free things to do, free events to go to. (In June, July and August lots of those free events take place outdoors, of course).
So start using these unique New York City opportunities today, July 27, 2025!
Where else but in New York City can you listen to a world-class musician, discuss a book with a famous author, take a part in poetry reading, have a glass of wine at an art exhibition opening, and all that on the same day, and all that free of charge, and all of that on any day of the year, whether it's December or July, April or November!
The trick is to know about those free events, free things to do BEFORE they happen, not after the fact. That's where Club Free Time comes in handy! Become a Club Free Time member and start using these unique New York City (NYC) opportunities today, July 27, 2025!
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Club Free Time is your perfect guide to Free Entertainment and Free Culture in the City That Never Sleeps.
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Free things to do, free events that take place in New York City every day of the year are truly amazing. So if you're looking for something interesting to do today (July 27, 2025) or on any other day of the year don't miss those free-of-charge opportunities that only New York provides! You can find lots of high quality, off the beaten path, unique free events, free things to do which will take your breath away!
In addition to providing information about free events, free things to do in New York City (NYC), Club Free Time offers its members complimentary tickets to classical music concerts, dance performances and theater: when a producer wants that special buzz of the 'full house' - Club Free Time members are welcomed for their enthusiasm and sophistication!
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Get a taste of free culture and free entertainment in New York City (NYC)!
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Experience an entirely new perspective on New York. 'Open up a whole new cultural world... in one of the most vibrant capital cities in the world, sampling cultural delights beyond anyone's wildest dream.' Rupert Parker, journalist, photographer, cameraman, and TV producer
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The quality and quantity of
free events,
free things to do
that happen in New York City
every day of the year
is truly amazing.
So don't miss the opportunities
that only New York provides:
stop wondering what to do;
start taking advantage of
free events to go to,
free things to do in NYC
today!
The quality and quantity of
free events,
free things to do
that happen in New York City
every day of the year
is truly amazing.
So don't miss the opportunities
that only New York provides:
stop wondering what to do;
start taking advantage of
free events to go to,
free things to do in NYC
today!
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- fairs and parades in NYC
- free theater in NYC
- free tickets to concerts, theater and dance performances in NYC
'New York is abuzz with so much culture that they're giving it away.' (The New York Times article about Club Free Time).
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40 free things to do in New York City (NYC) today:
Sunday, July 27, 2025
All events are free unless otherwise noted.Workshop | Tai Chi in the Park for All Fitness Levels
Join Silvana Pizzuti to learn and practice Tai Chi, a slow moving martial art with health benefits for all fitness levels. Space is limited, unreserved, and available on a first-come, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event, the event will be canceled.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 am
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Fair | Lively Summer Street Fair – Artisanal Goods & Global Eats
Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! Discover a colorful mix of artisan goods, live entertainment, and educational activities. This lively outdoor event highlights the diversity and spirit of the neighborhood while supporting local nonprofits, merchant associations, and community organizations.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free
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Park Walk | Guided Tour through Park on the Water
Docents lead a walking tour to learn about the history of the Brooklyn waterfront, the area's sustainable design and ecology, and how the park came to life!
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
Free
Free
Tour | Historical House of The Distinguished American President of the Early 20th Century
This historic site honors the early life of a renowned American figure. The restored brownstone reflects late 19th-century architecture and offers insights into the family's daily life. Learn about various exhibits and artifacts that showcase the cultural and historical context of the era, providing a glimpse into the formative years of this visionary leader-to-be. This guided tour is first-come, first-served. It may reach capacity before your desired tour time, so please be sure to arrive early. Tour duration: 45 minutes. This tour takes place at 11 am, 12 pm, 2 pm, and 3 pm.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Workshop | Community Rowing Along the New York City Skyline
Get on the water this season with these community rowing sessions! Open to all and led by experienced coxswains, these outings take place in stable, traditional Whitehall gigs and offer a hands-on intro to rowing, teamwork, and river navigation. Sessions include orientation and group rowing excursions lasting 1–3 hours. Participants assist with launching and cleaning the boats. Life jackets are provided; a waiver is required. Bring water and sunscreen.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
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Dance Lesson | Family-Friendly Tap Workshop with Live Music
Brazilian tap dancer and choreographer Leonardo Sandoval leads a family-friendly movement workshop with live music celebrating the Afro-diasporic roots of tap dance. While tap shoes are preferred, all shoes are welcome!
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
Performance | Absurd Antics and Chaotic joy in a one-of-a-kind Clown Show
Get ready for a seriously silly afternoon with this wildly original clown performance bursting with physical comedy, absurd characters, and surprise guests. Join Loner, Jailbreak, Yoyo, and more as they unleash pure chaotic joy in a show that's weird, wonderful, and entirely unforgettable. Showtimes: 12:30 pm, 1:15 pm, 2:00 pm.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Free
12:30 pm
Regular: $30
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Regular: $30
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Screening | Climate Horror Short Film Showcase: Chilling visions of our environmental future
Step into the eerie world of climate horror with this special showcase of short films that explore the darker side of our environmental future. Featuring a screening of Micro-Plastination, followed by director Q&As and informal mingling with fellow artists and film enthusiasts. Light refreshments provided.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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1:00 pm
Regular: $20
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Party | Weekend-Long Book Swap
Bring a book, take a book! Have good condition books taking up too much room? Bring them down! Need something new to read this summer? Come and browse, and meet your neighbors!
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Tour | 30 Years of the New York City Book Awards
Escape the city’s hustle and explore 30 Years of the New York City Book Awards, an exhibition celebrating three decades of literary excellence. View highlights from award-winning titles and enjoy the stunning architectural details of a historic 1917 building. Docent-led tours offer insights into both the exhibit and the building’s storied design. Meet your guide in the main lobby, located near the Reference Desk.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
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Jazz | Big Band Tunes with Garden Reception
The Body & Soul Big Band Stadthagen, Germany, is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a concert! Program Hoagy Carmichael (1899-1981) Stardust Chris Hazell (1948-) Mr. Jums Count Basie (1904-1984) Hay Burner Peter Herbolzheimer (1935-2010) Switch in Time Natalie Cole (1950-2015) Almost Like Being in Love Henry Mancini (1924-1994) It Had Better Be Tonight The concert is followed by a soft-drinks reception in a garden. The concert will also be live-streamed. You can watch either live or subsequently.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Learn About Bee Identification with Entomologists
Join entomology researchers from Rutgers University for a hands-on workshop all about bees. Learn how to identify different bee species and gain insight into the vital role of native bees in local ecosystems.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Jazz | Let the Music Play in the Park: Local Jazz Artists
Berta Indeed presents “Let the Music Play”, a community jazz concert featuring an array of local musicians and vocalists. Seating is limited, unreserved, and available on a first-come, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event, the event will be canceled.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Performance | Mistaken Identities & Mayhem: Shakespeare’s Comedy of Errors Outdoors
Enjoy an outdoor performance of Shakespeare’s uproarious farce The Comedy of Errors, directed by acclaimed fight choreographer Michael Hagins. Featuring classic Renaissance Commedia masks and high-energy staging, this tale of mistaken identities, sibling chaos, and unexpected reunions is a whirlwind of laughter, love, and theatrical flair.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Jazz | Music in the Park: Emerging Saxophonist
M. Alex Ramirez is a Colombian saxophonist, composer, producer, and educator. He was awarded third place in the Carinthian International Jazz Award Saxophone Competition in 2020. A recent graduate from NYU, M. Alex Ramirezregularly performs in venues all over the City.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
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Classical Music | Music on the Water: String Music by Mozart and Beethoven
The Semplice Players (Salley Koo, violin, Chauncey Patterson, viola, Margo Shohl, viola, and Patrick Hopkins, cello) Program Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791) String quintets (selections) Ludwig Van Beethoven (1770-1827) String quartets, Op. 18 (selections)
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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3:00 pm
Regular: $69.99
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Regular: $69.99
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Film | How to Train Your Dragon (2010): Animated coming-of-age fantasy
Synopsis: In a Viking village where fighting dragons is tradition, a misfit teen befriends a wounded dragon and discovers a new way forward. Full of heart, humor, and breathtaking animation, this family-friendly favorite explores courage, empathy, and breaking the mold. Rated PG Directors: Dean DeBlois, Chris Sanders Cast: Jay Baruchel, Gerard Butler, America Ferrera, Craig Ferguson
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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4:00 pm
Regular: $39
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Regular: $39
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Classical Music | Music on the Water: String Music by Mozart and Beethoven
The Semplice Players (Salley Koo, violin, Chauncey Patterson, viola, Margo Shohl, viola, and Patrick Hopkins, cello) Program Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791) String quintets (selections) Ludwig Van Beethoven (1770-1827) String quartets, Op. 18 (selections)
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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5:00 pm
Regular: $59
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Regular: $59
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Museums | Historical and Modern Design Spanning Centuries
The museum is dedicated to showcasing the history, influence, and importance of design in everyday life. Housed in a historic mansion, the museum features a diverse collection of design objects, including decorative arts, architecture, graphic design, textiles, and industrial design.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Opera | Verdi's Greatest Hits with Wine and a Wink
A one-night-only concert celebrating the music of Giuseppe Verdi, presented with playful flair. Enjoy highlights from Verdi's operas performed by talented vocalists in a spirited, vibrant atmosphere. A wine reception is included.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
Free
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Concert | Music in the Park: Afrobeat, hip-hop, and Spoken Words
Femi Kuti started the band, the Positive Force, bringing his brand of Afrobeat that fuses funk, jazz, and highlife, around the world. In 2001, he collaborated with a number of US musicians on his album Fight to Win, including Common, Mos Def, and Jaguar Wright; in 2021, he released a two-album project with his son Made Kuti called Legacy+. His latest LP Journey Through Life balances the political themes that have defined his career with deeply personal reflections on family, life, and inner growth. Also performing is dead prez, the infamous hip-hop duo with an instantly recognizable hit ("Hip-Hop," famously used as the bed track on Chappelle's Show) and a legacy of calling out inequality and injustice throughout their career. Across three studio albums and a handful of mixtapes, they've championed militant social justice, self-determination, Pan-Africanism, and opposing corporate media. Cape Verdean singer and songwriter Elida Almeida, known for her viral single and album Nta Konsigui, will round out the evening. DJing between sets will be Rich Medina, the DJ, producer, spoken-word poet, archivist, and journalist who claims both the Rock Steady Crew and the Universal Zulu Nation and is a part of the DJ collective The Originals; in 2001 he created the "JUMP N FUNK", North America's original Afrobeat party series celebrating Fela Kuti and the cultural legacy of Afrobeat music. Nigerian poet Maryam Bukar Hassan, also known as Alhanislam.. Doors open at 5:00 pm.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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6:00 pm
Regular: $39
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Play | Henrik Ibsen's The Lady from the Sea on the Patio
Hudson Classical Theater Company is celebrating their 22nd season with the esciting show: The Lady from the Sea, a play by Henrik Ibsen. This play follows Ellida, the daughter of a lighthouse-keeper, who loves the sea. Although married, Ellida is restless and troubled by a former romantic attachment. When her former fiance shows up to fetch her, Ellida must choose between her former lover or her husband.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Film | Hello, Dolly! (1969): Lavish musical romance set in 1890s New York with Barbra Streisand
Synopsis: A strong-willed matchmaker sets out to find a husband for a grumpy millionaire in this vibrant musical directed by Gene Kelly. Featuring dazzling choreography, bold costumes, and Barbra Streisand in one of her most iconic roles, this film is a classic celebration of love and spectacle. Rated G Director: Gene Kelly Cast: Barbra Streisand, Walter Matthau, Michael Crawford, Louis Armstrong
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7:00 pm
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7:00 pm
Regular: $45
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Concert | Vibrant Music on the Hudson: Afro-Columbian Rhythms
Enjoy live music from Rebolu,a high-energy Afro-Caribbean band rooted in the rich musical traditions of Colombia. The group blends traditional rhythms such as cumbia, bullerengue, gaita, and tambora with modern influences, creating an exhilarating and contemporary sound. Their music is a vibrant celebration of the African and Indigenous roots that shape Colombia's diverse musical landscape, offering a fresh yet deeply authentic experience that captivates audiences worldwide. With over 15 years of experience, Rebolu has performed at renowned festivals, cultural institutions, and venues across the U.S. and beyond, bringing their electrifying performances to diverse audiences. Their dynamic stage presence, masterful percussion, powerful vocals, and infectious melodies have made them a favorite among world music enthusiasts, earning them a reputation for delivering shows that are both energetic and deeply moving.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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7:30 pm
Regular: $91
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Regular: $91
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Concert | J. PERIOD Live Mixtape Recording
Brooklyn DJ and producer J.PERIOD (The Hamilton Mixtape) is renowned for his "audio-biography" mixtapes--featuring icons like Nas, Q-Tip, De La Soul, Lauryn Hill, and The Roots--which have solidified his reputation as a top-tier producer, a trusted collaborator, and a groundbreaking musical historian. The Mixtape Assassin returns again in 2025 with a lineup of top billing Hip-Hop legends! Artists to be announced shortly. His long-running performance series J.PERIOD Live Mixtape transforms the traditional Hip-Hop stage show into a high-energy moment of record, captured live on stage in one take. J.PERIOD has electrified the sold-out New York crowd with performances from Hip-Hop icons, Big Daddy Kane, Rakim, KRS-One and Slick Rick. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
Free
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Dance Performance | Historic Dance Show Recreated with Dancers & Visual Arts
Dancer, choreographer, and intermedia artist Elaine Summers was a major pioneer exploring the meeting of dance and film, melding the two into a seamless whole which she referred to as "intermedia." In honor of the 60th anniversary of the dance show Hidden Forest, organizers celebrate Elaine Summers during her centennial birth year with a recreation of her 2007 performance. The centennial performance of Hidden Forest incorporates eight dancers with musicians, composers, visual artists, and visual projections, which come from another intermedia piece by Summers. Hidden Forest is inspired by Dante's quote--"in the midst of the journey of life I came upon a dark forest, where the path was lost." This recreation of Hidden Forest is directed by Frances Becker and assisted by the Artistic Estate of Elaine Summers. Seating is first-come first-served. Just show up!
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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8:00 pm
Regular: $39
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Dancing | Silent Disco: DMC National Champion DJ Perly
This event is NYC's largest outdoor dance floor underneath our ten-foot disco ball. The groundbreaking DJ Perly--Puerto Rican, Bronx-born turntablist, DJ, and producer--brings her passion, skills, and musical archive straight to your high-fidelity headphones. She is known for her dynamic performances that showcase her deep musical knowledge and ability to manipulate music with precision and flair. Perly has competed in over 20+ DJ battles and gained widespread recognition and made history in 2017 by becoming the first woman to win the DMC U.S. Finals DJ Battle, and again in 2022 becoming the first and only woman to win 2 DMC U.S. National titles. She's earned the title "Undisputed Queen of the 1's & 2's" by Hip-Hop legends Grandmaster Caz and Melle Mel; and she is also a proud member of the world-famous Heavy Hitters DJ Crew. Don't miss an unforgettable night of Hip-Hop tracks delivered by the best! There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.
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8:00 pm
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Play | Memnon: New Play about the Trojan War
An exhilarating new epic resurrects the story of Memnon, the Ethiopian king and demigod who rides to Troy’s defense, through Will Power’s rhythmic verse, pulse-quickening choreography and music. Fresh from a celebrated debut at the Getty Villa, Memnon re-imagines a lost chapter of the Trojan War. Written by Will Power Directed by Carl Cofield In the event of rain, the start of the performance may be delayed; however, the performance will begin as soon as it is possible to do so.
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8:30 pm
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9:30 pm
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Jazz | Celebrating Black Women in Jazz with Broadway Performers
Broadway luminaries Charity Angel Dawson, Aisha Jackson, and Jennie Harney-Fleming honor iconic Black female jazz singers who've shaped music history. Their voices breathe new life into beloved songs--celebrating the brilliance, power, and lasting influence of the legends who came before them. Cast: Aisha Jackson, Jennie Harney-Fleming and Charity Angel Dawson. Seating opens 30 minutes before showtime and is available on the grass or benches. Accessible seating is available. Please inform staff upon arrival if accommodations are needed.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 pm
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