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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on August 8, 2014?

58 free events take place on Friday, August 8 in New York City. Don't miss the opportunities that only New York provides! Exciting, high quality, unique and off the beaten path free events and free things to do take place in New York today, tonight, tomorrow and each day of the year, any time of the day: whether it's a weekday or a weekend, day or night, morning or evening or afternoon, December or July, April or November! These events will take your breath away!

New York City (NYC) never ceases to amaze you with quantity and quality of its free culture and free entertainment. Check out August 8 and see for yourself. Summer or Winter, Spring or Fall! Just click on any day of the calendar above and you'll find most inspiring and entertaining free events to go to and free things to do on each day of August . Don't miss the opportunities that only New York provides!

Some events take place all year long: same day of the week, same time there are there for you to take advantage of. One of the oldest free weekly events in Manhattan is Dixieland Jazz with the Gotham Jazzmen, which happen at noon every Tuesday. Another example of an event that you can attend all year round on weekdays is Federal Reserve Bank Tour, which takes place every week day at 1 pm (but advanced reservations are required). You can take at least 13 free tours every day of the year, except the New Year Day, July 4th, and the Christmas Day. If you are classical music afficionado, you can spend whole day in New York going from one free classical concert to another. If you love theater, then New York gives you an option to attend plays and musicals free of charge, or at deep discount. You just need to have information about it. And we are here to make that information available to you.
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58 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Friday, August 8, 2014

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Concert | Gin Blossoms, 90s Hitmakers


The rockers from Tempe, Arizona sold four million copies of their album New Miserable Experience in 1993. They'll try to recapture the magic.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 am
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Concert | Iggy Azalea, Rapper with Number One Hit


Azalea's "Fancy" might be the song of the summer. Her CD is titled The New Classic. Attendees are advised to arrive early.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 am
Free

Concert | Luke Bryan, Award-Winning Country Singer


The Georgia-born musician's latest album, Crash My Party, debuted at number one last year and has sold nearly two million copies. Attendees are advised to arrive early.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 am
Free

Workshop | Morning Crunch Fitness


The Crunch Gym will be holding FREE fitness classes. Schedule: Mondays: Yoga, Sunrise Salutations Tuesdays: Breakfast Bootcamp w/ Personal Trainers Wednesdays: Wellness Wednesday with a Yoga/Pilate’s fusion Thursdays: Throwback Thursdays w/ Retro-Robics Fridays: Zumba or Dance classes
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 am
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Workshop | Tai Chi Workshop


Increase physical balance, strength, and mental focus. Learn the ancient Chinese martial art with expert Alex Hing. No experience is necessary! Hing has practiced martial arts for over 30 years in San Francisco and New York City, including 10 years with Tai Chi grand master William C. C. Chen.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:30 am
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Tour | All-in-One Downtown Tour


This tour utilizes your feet and the New York City Subway* to transport you from Lower Manhattan, the birthplace of New York, through Wall St and the Financial District, Greenwich Village, SoHo, Chinatown and Midtown Manhattan. There will be ample opportunities for memorable pictures. You'll get the chance to savor NY's best pizza and cannoli and other treats, learn how to play NY handball, maybe bargain with a shopkeeper in Chinatown, observe a game of street chess in Greenwich Village, people watch and window shop in SoHo, and kick back on the Highline Park. Along the way, you'll master the subway and learn about New York's Finest!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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City Walk | Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Heights and Dumbo Tour


City Hall Park, Broadway, New York, NY, United States (map) DescriptionFree Tours by Foot is partnering with Visit New York Tours in offering a tour of the Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Heights and Dumbo. This is a 3-hour tour that begins with a walk over the Brooklyn Bridge, an icon of New York City for over 125 years, with spectacular views of Manhattan and Brooklyn. The tour then moves on to a stroll of Brooklyn Heights, America’s and New York City’s first suburb. The tour then explores the neighborhood DUMBO before ending at the Fulton Ferry landing.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Tour | Central Park Photography Tour


Ready, set, shoot! Whether you possess a professional camera or an Iphone, join a Central Park Photography Tour like no other. Two professionals will guide you around Central Park’s most scenic spots. A licensed guide will explain all there’s to know about your surroundings. A gifted and talented photographer will educate you on how to make your trip memorable and improve your photography. These two-in-one tours are fun for all ages, camera type, and levels of photography.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Workshop | Chess, Checkers and Board Games


Stop by to play some brain games like chess, checkers, and other board games. All Ages.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Tour | Federal Reserve Bank Tour


Learn about central banking functions that Federal Reserve System performs and see Bank's vault of international monetary gold on bedrock of Manhattan Island, five stories below street level. Learn why Federal Reserve has "Federal" in its name, while it's a private bank, not Federal at all. Congressman Ron Paul considers the Federal Reserve "both corrupt and unconstitutional" Tour times: 10:00am, 1:00pm, 2:00pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Tour | Lower Manhattan Tour


It is here, as much as anywhere, where American history started. It's where the first US Congress assembled and produced the Bill of Rights and where President George Washington took his first oath of office. It's here where the world's most important stock exchange and one of the most famous bridges stand. And it is here where an unspeakable tragedy took place and where a rebirth is underway.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Workshop | Photo Editing on Tablets


Learn how to use different photo editing apps on your tablet to enhance your pictures
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Tour | SoHo, Little Italy & Chinatown Tour


You've seen the iconic skyscrapers, attended a Broadway show, visited Lady Liberty and relaxed in Central Park. Looking for a little more of the Big Apple? Maybe it's time to visit some of Manhattan's oldest and most enchanting historic districts. Take a relaxing stroll through SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Workshop | Bridge Club


Are you a Bridge buff? Put on your game face and show off your best plays. Join the fun and meet new friends. All players welcome.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
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Tour | Cathedral Tour


Explore the Cathedral's newly cleaned and restored Nave. Learn about the art, architecture and history of this great sacred space from 1892 to the present.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Tour | Explore Castle Williams


Get some history in the round at the best-preserved circular fortification in the nation. Fantastic views available from the roof. Tours of the roof every half hour, 11 AM till 5 PM. About 30 minutes. Tickets are available one hour before each tour begins, and may be picked up inside the Castle.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Workshop | Learn Juggling in the Park


Test your coordination and dexterity with free juggling lessons in the park. All skill levels are welcome to join in the fun. Equipment is provided. Lessons are weather permitting. You'll be surprised that Alex and Jordan can often be found outside tossing pins in the snow!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Park Walk | North Woods Tour


View tumbling cascades, rustic bridges, and picturesque pools in the "Manhattan Adirondacks." Route involves many hills and stairs. 75 minutes.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Gallery Talk | Exhibit Tour: The ABC of It: Why Children's Books Matter


Join a 45-minute docent-led tour of the ABC of It exhibition. Start times: 12:30pm, 2:30pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Tour | Grand Central and Its Neighborhood Tour


Discover architecture and social history of Grand Central neighborhood; learn secrets of Whispering Gallery in Grand Central Terminal; gaze upon hubcaps and roadsters on side of Chrysler Building; discover favorite Midtown Manhattan hangout of Mercury, Hercules, and Minerva; learn why Pershing Square isn’t really square; visit original Lincoln Memorial by Daniel Chester French. Award-winning tour led by urban explorer, historian, and storyteller Justin Ferate.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Concert | Piano in the Park: Dan Manjovi


Dan Manjovi is an award-winning musician and composer, and a New York favorite. His song Somethin's Comin' My Way is featured in the film and soundtrack to the 2009 Oscar-award winning Lionsgate film Precious. His songs, music, and arrangements have been performed by Grace Hightower, Michael Feinstein, and Donna Summer, among others.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Tour | Cathedral Tour


Explore the Cathedral's newly cleaned and restored Nave. Learn about the art, architecture and history of this great sacred space from 1892 to the present.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Film | Neil Labute's Possession (2002): Seductive Secret


Stars: Gwyneth Paltrow, Aaron Eckhart, Jeremy Northam. A pair of literary sleuths unearth the amorous secret of two Victorian poets only to find themselves falling under a passionate spell. 103 minutes
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Tour | Visit the Arsenal District


About 30 minutes. Did you know that for decades, Governors Island housed not one, but two military bases? Explore Governors Island's very own "heat-packing district" where the US Army managed munitions and arms during the 19th and 20th centuries.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Workshop | Friday Chess


Open to all players and skill levels from beginner to expert - anyone who wants to play.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Tour | Greenwich Village Neighborhood Tour


Greenwich Village is among Manhattan's most desirable and expensive residential neighborhoods. It's history, however, betrays it's monied status. The Village, with it's quiet, shaded streets, lined with lovely brick and brownstone townhouses, was once the incubating ground of artistic, social and political movements that have helped shape US history. From the Beats to the Folk Movement, from workers rights to gay rights, the Village has often been the center of it all.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Tour | Harlem Tour


Although world famous, Harlem may be New York's best kept secret with some of the city's best architecture, food, music and people. Harlem's history is also one of the city's most dramatic, having gone through many ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic changes over the past roughly 400 years, which have resulted in a diverse array of places of worship, theaters, homes and eating establishments.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Tour | Hike through History


About 90 minutes. See the whole history of the island in one go. Our most comprehensive program takes you to nearly every highlight in the historic district. Visitors should be prepared to stand for a full 90 minutes and walk a distance of about 1.5 miles.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Film | Leo McCarey's Oscar-Winning The Awful Truth (1937): In Love and Divorcing


With Irene Dunne, Cary Grant, Ralph Bellamy. A separated couple sabotages each other's love affairs while waiting for their divorce decree to become final. 91 Minutes
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Tour | SoHo, Little Italy & Chinatown Tour


You've seen the iconic skyscrapers, attended a Broadway show, visited Lady Liberty and relaxed in Central Park. Looking for a little more of the Big Apple? Maybe it's time to visit some of Manhattan's oldest and most enchanting historic districts. Take a relaxing stroll through SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Tour | Beachfront No More: Colonels' Row


About 30 minutes. Get to know the island's "dividing line" where officers meet enlisted men, natural turf meets artificial soil, and old meets new.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Workshop | Advanced MS Excel 2010 Workshop


Explore more advanced features of Microsoft Excel 2010. Topics include using formulas and functions, data sorting and conditional formatting.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:30 pm
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Workshop | Adult Volleyball Clinic


Brush up on your skills with coaching and tips from the experts at Metro Beach Sports. You’ll spruce up your game with advanced techniques including serving, setting, spiking, passing and ball control, and diving and rolling drills.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Workshop | Party Game Social


Join and meet up with like-minded players interested in the same games as you. The Party Game Social is perfect for large groups and individuals looking to meet other players. With Apples to Apples, Taboo, Scattergories and Menu Mash-Up, these games are sure to get the fun started. Drop in anytime, as many party games allow for late additions.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Concert | 3 Folk Music Acts


5:30 Jenni Alpert - Acoustic pop soul 6:05 Avi Wisnia - Jazz pop with bits of bossa nova 6:40 Me and Deboe - Sumptuous vocal harmonies
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Author Reading | Abhishek Singh discusses his book Krishna: A Journey Within


A searing, human portrayal of Krishna, the god of all gods, awaits you in this book.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Park Walk | Central Park Tour


Stroll through the park and tell the epic story of New York's green oasis. Once described as the lungs of the city, Central Park brings a breath of fresh air to New York's crowded urban terrain. What started out as the rocky and desolate northern fringes of a rapidly expanding city is today amongst the world's most famous and beloved public parks. Originally intended to bring people of all walks of life together -- a people's park -- Central Park lives up to it's original designs. With over 843 acres of meadows, hills, ball fields and bodies of water, it's impossible not to find
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Concert | New Music in the Park: Claudia Quintet +1 / Lincoln Trio


Claudia Quintet +1 An unmatched innovative and adaptable modern jazz ensemble, so deftly attuned to one another that Grammy nominated leader John Hollenbeck’s most dizzying compositional leaps are taken with an air of playfulness and skewed humor. Named Rising Star Jazz Group by the 2012 Critics Poll in DownBeat Magazine. Lincoln Trio Comprised of musicians with international renown, “one of the hottest young trios [in music]” (Fanfare Magazine) forges new paths in contemporary classical music, as illustrated in their commissioned work, Arc of Fire by composer Laura Elise Schwendinger.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Theater | Outdoor Theater: Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale


Hudson Warehouse presents their outdoor production of the Bard's play first performed in 1611. Although it was grouped among the comedies, some modern editors have relabeled the play as one of Shakespeare's late romances. Directed by Nicholas Martin-Smith.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:30 pm
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Workshop | Sunset Jam on the Hudson


Join a drumming circle led by master drummers. Instruments provided, or bring your own.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshop | Sunset Jam on the Hudson


Join a drumming circle led by master drummers. Instruments provided, or bring your own.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Open Mike | An Open Mike for the Wild Mind


Hosted by DJ VIV. Poets/Musicians/Actors/Performance Artists/Comics.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Workshop | Hip-Hop Dance Aerobics


This Dodge YMCA class gets your heart pumping with Hip-Hop music and hot step-by-step dance moves.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Performance | No Name Comedy/Variety Show


Featuring comics Liz Miele (Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart”), Subhah Agarwal (New York Comedy Festival) and Crystian Ramirez (AXS-TV "Live At Gotham").
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Author Reading | Richard Martini discusses his book It's a Wonderful Afterlife


Author and award-winning filmmaker Richard Martini has written and/or directed 9 films. A former free lance journalist for Variety, Inc.Com, Premiere and other magazines, Richard will talk about the findings of his extensive research for his best selling book "Flipside: A Tourist's Guide on How to Navigate the Afterlife" (#1 at Amazon in its genre twice) his debut non-fiction book on a topic that's been haunting him since the death of a soul mate, upon which his 90 minute documentary of the same name is based. The new book "It's A Wonderful Afterlife" examines near death experiences, between life sessions and includes a chapter from Robert Thurman on the "Death of Death."
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concert | Rock: Black Bananas / Shockwave Riderz


Black Bananas: "a weird mishmash of stoner grooves, flamboyant hair metal, and the seedier side of the contemporary club scene, the results sounding like someone dragged 1984-era David Lee Roth into at a basement DJ night and filled him full of cough syrup." - Pitchfork Shockwave Riderz (formerly called Wet Shock) is a new rock and roll band with Phil Boyd and Paul Quattrone, both of Pittsburgh's Modey Lemon, and Sara Mcelhaney (ex-The Sexes).
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Performance | Spectrum Dance Theater


7:00 PM – All Levels Open Dance Master Class by: Germaul Barnes 8:00 PM – Performances Spectrum Dance Theater was founded by Seattle dancers in 1982 to make dance more accessible to diverse communities. Under Donald Byrd’s visionary artistic leadership since 2002, Spectrum has transformed into a company of regional and national significance, igniting audiences through Byrd’s ambitious artistic agenda, whose appetite to explore the arts knows no boundaries.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Jazz | The Baby Soda Jazz Band


Friday nights mean great local music.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concert | Americanafest NYC: Cassandra Wilson / The Campbell Brothers


Cassandra Wilson - This daring, velvet-voiced performer has been breaking down barriers since her all-embracing Blue Light ‘til Dawn, an album that redefined jazz singing thanks to Wilson’s emotionally rich interpretations of blues, folk, and country songs, as well as standards and originals. This night, she will celebrate the landmark recording’s 20th anniversary. The Campbell Brothers: A Sacred Steel Love Supreme (World Premiere) Featuring visuals by Brock Monroe - These torchbearers of sacred steel guitar reveal the full gospel affinities and spiritual transcendence of Coltrane’s masterwork in a world premiere honoring its 50th anniversary. Monroe’s improvised light show will weave ethereal, lace-like patterns in real-time dialogue with the musical mantra.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Screening | Asian Dub Foundation plays their score to George Lucas' 1971 film THX 1138


ASIAN DUB FOUNDATION’s trademark fusion of punk, electronic beats, reggae, bhangra, and hip-hop has attracted many famous fans, from Primal Scream to Radiohead, Sinead O’Connor to Chuck D, all former touring partners and studio collaborators. In a special commission, the iconic London band performs the world premiere of its new original live score to George Lucas’ chilling dystopian fantasy set in an Orwellian future where moodstabilizing drugs are mandatory, sex is prohibited, and a young Robert Duval quietly rages against the system. Before the film, TAYLOR MCFERRIN layers vocals, beat boxing, samples, and live instruments in a remarkable one-man performance that “builds from his roots deep in ‘60s soul to his vision of future hip-hop.” (Resident Advisor)
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:30 pm
Free

Performance | Industry Night Comedy Show


Jeff Cerulli invites some of his favorites comedians to perform in an intimate venue on a show that has industrial strength. This month features: - Jeffrey Gurian (NYC comedy legend, Make em' Laugh Book, Kroll Show) - Robbie Collier (VH1) - Charles Gould (hit webseries Charles, by the way) - Ashley Bez (Americas sweetheart)
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Theater | Drama: Seth Zvi Rosenfeld's Urban Theatre Movement's Handball


Urban Theatre Movement's Handball delivers an explosive take on gentrification in New York City. The play tracks a park filled with characters as unique and diverse as the city itself. Tempers flare as new transplants work to make their mark while old residents struggle to maintain their way of life. Over the course of two hot, summer days we watch a once lively, buoyant park become extremely tense as each character struggles to find their way and survive while witnessing their neighborhood falling apart.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Theater | Park Production of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet


Presented by Pulse Theatre.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
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Theater | Shakespeare's King Lear, with Tony and Emmy Winner John Lithgow


Revenge, rage, grief and delusion thunder as John Lithgow takes the stage as one of theater’s great tragic heroes. Tony winner Daniel Sullivan directs Shakespeare’s classic drama about a King who loses everything—including his mind—when he disowns his favorite daughter, and finds himself betrayed in return.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
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Theater | The Drilling Company presents Shakespeare's Othello


Shakespeare's tragedy is produced as an exploration in contemporary violence and revenge as seen through the eyes of a top diplomatic aide, his non-white new wife, and their sociopathic press representative.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
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Concert | The International Double Reed Society of NYU


Hosted by oboist Matthew Sullivan.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Film | Harold Ramis' Groundhog Day (1993): Stuck in a Routine


Stars: Bill Murray, Andie MacDowell, Chris Elliott. A weatherman finds himself living the same day over and over again. 101 mins.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:30 pm
Free

Workshop | Journey to the Stars


The Amateur Astronomers Association of NY will guide your eyes across the sky as you discover the wonders of the universe.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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