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13 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Tuesday, December 22, 2020

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Concert | Choral Christmas Music By Candlelight (virtual)


In the deep, still darkness, only candles pierce the winter gloom. And then, upon the silence, comes more the luminous sound of a choir in harmony. With a sequence of Christmas music old and new, this concert is a uniquely magical way to celebrate the festive season. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 am
Free

Opera | LA Opera: The Five Moons of Lorca (virtual)


LA Opera presents The Five Moons of Lorca (Las cinco lunas de Lorca) by the groundbreaking Gabriela more Lena Frank, one of today's most popular composers. Text by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Nilo Cruz. Composer Gabriela Lena Frank creates "high-spirited pieces full of vibrant colors, slicing rhythms and volatile textures that contract, swell and warp" – New York Times Featuring choreography and performance by dancer Irene Rodríguez, it takes inspiration from the assassination of poet Federico García Lorca at the beginning of the Spanish Civil War. The Five Moons of Lorca conveys the beauty of García Lorca’s life as well as its tragic end, while serving as a commentary for the dangers of political and cultural intolerance. The event is streaming until Dec 25th. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
12:00 am
Free

Dance Performance | The Nutcracker! (virtual)


Follow Clara as she dreams of an incredible battle between giant mice and toy soldiers followed by a more magical journey through the frozen Land of Snow to the Kingdom of Sweets. Performed bythe American Midwest Ballet. The streaming will be available through Dec 25th. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
12:00 am
Free

Workshop | Freestyle Arts and Crafts (virtual)


Share some of your projects and join a casual conversation while the group members work on a craft, painting, more or doodle. Losing motivation on a long term project? Get inspired by your fellow crafters to complete that 3 foot by 4 foot Diamond Dotz painting you started. (What were you thinking ??) less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free

Tour | Christmas in Paris (virtual)


Enjoy the beautifully decorated galleries of Lafayette in Paris. The lights, toys, music and animated more shop widows will be sure to bring out your inner kid. If that doesn't do the trick, seeing one of the biggest Christmas trees certainly will! You will also stroll along Haussmanian Boulevard to see the strikingly lit up Palais Garnier. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
1:00 pm
Free

Classical Music | Violin Recital: Venezuelan Folk Music and More (virtual)


Violinist Rubén Rengel, described as an “excellent soloist” of “great virtuosity” (NY Concert more Review), performs. He has performed at Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, the Library of Congress.  Program YSAŸE Solo Violin Sonata No. 1 in G minor, Op 27, No. 1 PENDERECKI Cadenza for Solo Violin or Viola POULENC Sonata for Violin and Piano, FP 119 COLERIDGE-TAYLOR Un sonnet d’amour COLERIDGE-TAYLOR Deep River Venezuelan Folk Repertoire less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
$15

Classical Music | A Baroque Christmas with a String Ensemble (virtual)


Boston's Handel and Haydn Society's Principal Keyboard and Associate Conductor Ian Watson brings light more and warmth to the cold winter with a program fit for the season. Performed by members of the Handel and Haydn Society Orchestra. Program "Veni, veni Emmanuel" Dall'Abaco Concerto a piu instrumenti in D Major, Op. 5, No 1 Charpentier "A la venue de Noel" from Noels pour les instruments Biber Mystery Sonata No. 3 in B Minor, Nativity Charpentier "Laissez paitre vos betes" from Noels pour les instruments Torelli Concerto Grosso in G Minor, Op. 6, No. 8, Christmas Concerto Telemann Sinfonia spirituosa less
   New York City, NY; NYC
3:00 pm
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Workshop | Yoga Class (virtual)


Join Thai James for a virtual yoga session. He will be leading a mindful practice to unite and elevate more your mind, body, and spirit. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Workshop | Learn Juggling in a Park (in-person)


Join in for a quick lesson, stay for the whole time, or just enjoy watching the jugglers put their skills more to the test. They're a friendly group and open to drop-ins. All skill levels welcome. Equipment is provided and regularly sanitized. Participants are encouraged to: Wear face coverings at all times Maintain at least six feet of distance between fellow participants at all times Use the park's hand-washing stations to wash hands before and after juggling Refrain from juggling back-and-forth with others less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free

Opening Reception | Paintings: Strikingly Vibrant Colors (in-person)


Mark Anthony Hill's paintings are the definition of elegance and strength. He draws on both African more visual culture and twentieth-century European cubism creating a new vital interpretation for the 21st century. The colors are strikingly vibrant in the absence of empty space, not allowing for casual glances as you pass forcing you to study each individual piece.  less
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:00 pm
Free

Musical | Meet Me in St. Louis: Adaptation of Broadway Musical (virtual)


In this heartwarming holiday musical, the Smith family grapples with life changes and new love in a bustling more St. Louis on the brink of the 1904 World's Fair. This special digital adaption from Charlotte Moore (Anna Smith in the original Broadway cast) will include favorite tunes, including "The Trolley Song," "The Boy Next Door," and "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas," along with the romantic suitors, comedic misunderstandings, and jovial pranks that make this classic musical a holiday treat for families of all ages. This production is an abridged version of the Broadway musical Meet Me in St. Louis (1989), based on the 1944 film of the same name starring Judy Garland. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Poetry Reading | Cocoa, Cookies and Poetry: The Night Before Christmas (virtual)


Settle down with your cocoa, or hot beverage of choice, snag some cookies or other treats! And lets enjoy more exploring one of the most iconic poems of this holiday season and read The Night Before Christmas: A Visit From St. Nicholas. This poem was written by Clement C. Moore, who lived in Manhattan in his Chelsea mansion when he first penned the poem. Since then it has become a part of the fabric of the holiday itself. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free

Opera | Met Opera: Massenet's Cendrillon (virtual)


Cendrillon is Massenet's glittering operatic adaptation of the Cinderella story. This charming staging more by Laurent Pelly, which bursts to life with the director's characteristic wit and whimsy, stars American mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato as the title outcast-turned-princess. Mezzo-soprano Alice Coote offers a touching portrayal of the pants role Prince Charming, while soprano Kathleen Kim shines as the Fairy Godmother. Mezzo-soprano Stephanie Blythe, as the outlandish Madame de la Haltiere, and bass-baritone Laurent Naouri, as the haggard Pandolfe, round out the principal cast. On the podium, conductor Bertrand de Billy leads a performance that is equal parts madcap comedy and heartfelt romance. The streaming will be available for 23 hrs. Please note: the event can be viewed on the day and time specified in the listing, not before. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:30 pm
Free
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