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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on January 30, 2013?

45 free events take place on Wednesday, January 30 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 January 30 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 January . 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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45 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Wednesday, January 30, 2013

All events are free unless otherwise noted.
        

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. Tour times: 11am & 1pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
$6

Film | Billy Wilder's 5-Time Oscar Winner The Apartment (1960): Pied-à-terre Antics


With Jack Lemmon, Shirley MacLaine, Fred MacMurray. A man tries to rise in his company by letting its executives use his apartment for trysts, but complications and a romance of his own ensue. 125 mins.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:15 am
Free

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: 11:15 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 12:45 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:15 p.m., and 3:00 p.m.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:15 am
Free

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
Free

Tour | Grand Central Terminal Tour


Tour of this magnificent Beaux-Arts landmark.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
$10 suggested donation

Park Walk | West Side Stories Tour


Walk through a scenic area on the western edge of the Park, much of which is off the beaten track for most visitors. See rolling meadows, lake views, bridges of different styles, and a garden with flowers and plants mentioned by Shakespeare.
   New York City, NY; NYC
12:30 pm
Free

Gallery Talk | Infinity of Nations Guided Tour


Museum Ambassador Asia Tail gives a 45-minute free guided tour through the permanent exhibition
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Concert | Historical Performance Chamber Music Concert


A historically appropriate venue for the performance of early music; Part of Juilliard's Wednesdays at One series.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Jazz | Midtown Jazz


A jazz concert for the midtown community. These popular midday concerts feature well-regarded artists. The programming is overseen by jazz pianist Ronny Whyte.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
$10 suggested donation

Screening | The Dance Historian Is In: James Waring


James Waring in "Two Moon Dances" (1962). David Vaughan, archivist of the Merce Cunningham Dance Company and author of Merce Cunningham/65 Years, will introduce and show videos featuring the work of choreographer, dancer, and designer James Waring. Two start times: 1pm and 4pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Master Class | Joy in Singing: Art Song Master Class


An art song master class led by American tenor Paul Sperry. JOY IN SINGING is a not for profit organization and award program devoted to helping young singers. Its mission is “to promote knowledge and love of art song literature, assist the careers of recitalists and composers, and educate a wider audience in the joy of song.”
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
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Workshop | Old Books, Rare Books: Learning About the Value of Your Books


Learn what you need to know before buying or selling an old book. Have you ever wondered how the experts on TV can look at an old book and know about its value? Do you have an old book? Do you wonder how much it is worth? If you want to learn more about what makes an old book rare or valuable, then join us as we explore the world of antiquarian books. In this class we will examine an old book, look to see who else owns a copy, and review the sale records and current booksellers’ catalogs to learn about its value. Along the way attendees will learn about the tools and resources that the antiquarian community uses to value a book. Come join us and learn how you can engage in the world of old and rare books.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Tour | US Customs House Building Tour


Museum Ambassador Yvonne provides a 45-minute in-depth look at the unique architecture and design of the Alexander Hamilton Customs House.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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3:00 pm
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Film | Billy Wilder's 7-Time Oscar Nominee Double Indemnity (1944): Noir Classic


Starring Fred MacMurray, Edward G. Robinson, Barbara Stanwyck. An insurance rep lets himself be talked into a murder/insurance fraud scheme that arouses an investigator's suspicions. 107 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Master Class | Deborah Polaski, Voice Master Class


Deborah Polaski has emerged as one of the world’s great dramatic sopranos. Her concert work includes performances with the New York Philharmonic Orchestra in Carnegie Hall (Maazel), the Berlin Philhamonic (Abbado), and collaborations with Mehta, Levine, Bychkov and Märkel. Her relationship with Barenboim has included concerts with the Staatskapelle Berlin in the Philharmonie, and appearances in Carnegie Hall and in Paris. With Barenboim she has also appeared as a recitalist, although mostly she works with pianist Charles Spencer. Together they have appeared in some of the world’s finest recital halls. In 2003, in recognition of her accomplishment as an artist of distinguished quality and subsequent contribution to Viennese cultural life, the Austrian government rendered her the prestigious title of Kammersänger.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Lecture | The Biomedicalization of Addiction: Anthropology of the Clinic


With Helena Hansen, Assistant Professor of Anthropology and Psychiatry, Addiction treatment advocates have been calling for recognition and treatment of addiction as a biological illness. And they have been successful in introducing addiction pharmaceuticals into primary care clinics, which in some cases has required changes in Federal law. This talk presents a long term, multi-method study of the cultural shift toward the use of addiction pharmaceuticals in primary care, in particular the introduction of opioid maintenance drugs into general clinics. It highlights the political economic forces acting on clinical practice, and the imagery of race and class underlying them.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Forum | Cabinet on Trial: A Magazine of No Qualities?


For more than a decade, Cabinet has published essays and artist projects that have ranged far and wide in topic and tone. To some, this breadth of interests suggests an ethically grounded culture of curiosity about the world. For others, this eclecticism is merely the symptom of an undisciplined dilettantism that fails to engage the crucial issues of today. It is time for a reckoning! In connection with the launch of Cabinet’s new anthology, those responsible for the publication will be called to the dock to answer for their activities. Inspired by Dada mock trials, this event brings together a formidable cast of litigators and judges in a format mixing serious debate with courtroom drama.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Workshop | Intro to Final Cut Pro


Everything from MTV music videos to Sundance films to Hollywood blockbusters is being edited on Apple's video editing software Final Cut Pro. This seminar will show you how you can start editing your own film and video projects on your Mac desktop or laptop.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Discussion | Rebecca Scott & Jean Hbrard discuss their book Freedom Papers: An Atlantic Odyssey in the Age of Emancipation


Historians Rebecca Scott (University of Michigan) and Jean Hbrard (Ecole des Hautes Etudes en Sciences Sociales, Paris) discuss their new book in conversation with professors Christopher L. Brown (History, Columbia), Madeleine Dobie (French and Comparative Literature, Columbia), Eric Foner (History, Columbia) and Pierre Force (French and History, Columbia). Moderated by Emmanuelle Saada (French and History, Columbia).
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Workshop | Mutual Funds and ETFs


This class clarifies the differences between mutual funds and ETFs. We explain concepts such as net asset value and capital gains distributions, and demonstrate how to read a mutual fund statement. Seating is limited and is on a first come, first seated basis.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:15 pm
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Film | Sally Potter's Yes (2004): Love Across Gulfs


With Sam Neill, Joan Allen, Simon Abkarian. This controversial response to 9/11 is the story of a passionate love affair between an American woman and a Middle-Eastern man in which they confront some of the greatest conflicts of our generation - religious, political and sexual. Told almost entirely in iambic pentameter. 100 min. Kick off the new semester with pizza and a movie, hosted by visiting faculty member Christine Gledhill.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:15 pm
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Lecture | Times wine critic Eric Asimov discusses his book How to Love Wine: A Memoir and Manifesto


This lecture examines why the American wine culture produces such feelings of anxiety about choosing wine and suggests how the members of the audience can overcome their fears and develop a sense of discovery and wonder as they explore the diversity and complexity of the world of wine.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Poetry Reading | A Night of Poetry with the Pan African Literary Forum


Readings by Sherwin Bitsu, Tonya Foster, Nathalie Handal, Tyehimba Jess, David Mills and Cynthia Dewi Oka. Moderated by Jeffery Renard Allen.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Discussion | Young Feminist Activism Today


A panel with Lena Chen, Jessica Danforth, Sydnie Mosley, Dior Vargas, and Julie Zeilinger. As long as there has been feminism, there have been young feminists. On the street, on college campuses, and online, young people have worked to break down oppressive systems and nourish creative communities that honor the worth and dignity of all involved. Young feminists continue to labor on a daily basis to change policies and perceptions around reproductive justice, policing and the prison system, popular culture, gender-based harassment and violence, sexuality education, and much more. This panel continues a decades-long tradition of examining the forefront of young feminist activism with this group of dedicated activists under 30. Lena Chen is a reluctant sexpert, writer, feminist activist and queer advocate; Jessica Danforth is a self-described “multiracial Indigenous hip-hop feminist reproductive justice freedom fighter”; Sydnie Mosely is a dancer, choreographer, and dance teacher; Dior Vargas is an organizer for an Occupy Affinity Group, Fem Force, a board member at the Third Wave Foundation, and a writer; and Julie Zeilinger is an author and founder of The FBomb.org.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Author Reading | Artist Gary Simmons discusses his book Paradise


While Gary Simmons, who has often defined himself as a sculptor, is widely known for his signature “erasure” drawings, he has consistently worked across media. This overview of Simmons's 20-plus year career brings together for the first time his photographs, installations, public projects, sculpture, drawings and paintings. Alongside approximately 150 plates, Gary Simmons: Paradise includes an in-depth interview with Okwui Enwezor, critical essays by Gwen Allen and Charles Wylie and a reprint of an important early text by Nancy Princenthal.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Film | Chinese Cinema: Wong Kar-Wai's As Tears Go By (1988)


Two parallel stories of Wah caught in the midst of a love affair with his beloved cousin Ngor and his relationship with his brother Fly, who seems to never far out of trouble. 102 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Screening | Documentary: Andrew Dosunmu's Restless City (2011)


7:00: Conversation with Andrew Dosunmu 8:00: Restless City film screening Andrew Dosunmu, raised and educated in Nigeria, began his career as a design assistant at the fashion house of Yves Saint Laurent. He has subsequently worked as a Creative Director and fashion photographer, whose images have appeared in a variety of international magazines. Besides a flourishing career in photography, Dosunmu is also active in film and television. His award-winning documentary Hot Irons (1999) won best documentary at FESPACO and Reel Award at Toronto.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Book Signing | Former Vice President Al Gore signs copies of his book The Future


From the former vice president and #1 New York Times bestselling author comes An Inconvenient Truth for everything—a frank and clear-eyed assessment of six critical drivers of global change in the decades to come.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 pm
Free

Discussion | Meet the Innovators: Social TV


How do you drive deeper engagement between fans and their favorite shows—anywhere, everywhere, and always? Join a conversation with Nancy Jo, VP of digital strategy and business development, Bravo Digital Media; Carlota Espinosa, founder of Styloot; and Kathleen Utecht, senior associate, Comcast Ventures. Moderated by Kelly Hoey, cofounder and managing director of Women Innovate Mobile, they’ll discuss the emerging business of social television. Hear why Bravo is leading this new frontier of consumer engagement, and learn how partnerships with startups like Styloot make it easier for viewers to shop their favorite shows.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Author Reading | Pulitzer Prize winner Dave Barry reads from his book Insane City


Bestselling author and Pulitzer Prize winner Dave Barry reads from his dark comedic novel set in Miami.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Performance | The 13 Theatre Troupe in In Your Face


The 13 Theatre Troupe is an ensemble of NYC artists living with or affected by HIV. Based on the real-life experiences of the performers, In Your Face investigates the challenges of disclosing HIV status and interacting with the police. Join them in theatrical brainstorming around these issues.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Discussion | Why A #WarOnWomen?


A conversation and discussion with guest speakers Lynn Paltrow, Amy Richards and Joanne N. Smith. Lynn Paltrow is the founder and Executive Director of National Advocates for Pregnant Women. Amy Richards is an activist, writer, organizer, feminist, art historian and co-founder of the Third Wave Foundation, a national organization for young feminist activists. Joanne N. Smith, a New York City born Haitian-American social worker is the founder and executive director of Girls for Gender Equity whose goal is to end gender-based violence and promote gender, race and class equality.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Discussion | Writing a Novel with Blockbuster Potential


Authors Jenny Milchman and Emily Winslow are joined by literary agents Donald Maass and Janet Reid for a panel discussion.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Author Reading | “Occupy” writers Stephen Boyer and Rami Shamir read from their books


A reading to celebrate two amazing debut novels from Zuccotti Park occupiers Stephen Boyer and Rami Shamir. Stephen Boyer is the author of Parasite (Publication Studio 2012), GHOSTS (bent boy books 2010), and compiled "The Occupy Wall Street Poetry Anthology." Rami Shamir is a Zuccotti occupier and novelist. His work has appeared in Brooklyn Rail, Evergreen Review, SPANK Magazine and Adbusters. He is the author of Train To Pokipse.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Concert | All-Mozart Evening


Program: All-Mozart Program: Quartet in F major, K. 370 (368b), for Oboe and Strings Serenade in G major, K. 525, "Eine kleine Nachtmusik",/br> Quintet in A major, K. 581, for Clarinet and Strings Friends of Mozart celebrates the 257th anniversary of the composer's birth with all-Mozart program that features two of today's most promising young woodwind performers, oboist Carl Oswald and clarinetist Romie de Guise-Langlois, in performances of the quartet for oboe and strings and the quintet for clarinet and strings. As part of the Mozart birthday festivity, the Claring Chamber Players will present the Serenade in G major, K. 525, "Eine kleine Nachtmusik," in its original orchestration for string quartet.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
Free

Performance | Comedy: Sports! Live!


Love Sports? Love Comedy? Hate ESPN? If you answered “HELLZ YES” to any of those questions then we’ve got a show for you. Join Eitan “THE MAN” Levine and his panel of the NYC’s biggest comics/sports junkies as they talk about what’s happening in the sports world today. You name it, they’ve got it covered.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
$5

Concert | Student Piano Recital


Chen-Shen Fan, Piano
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Concert | Student Violin Recital


Patrick Page, viola. A uniquely rewarding experience for music lovers - the freshness and excitement of a solo recital by a gifted young artist at one of the world's leading conservatories.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Concert | The British Renaissance Chamber Concert - British Music Since World War II


Program: THOMAS ADÉS (England) Mazurkas for piano (2009) Yi-Yang Chen, piano NICHOLAS MAW (England/U.S.) String Quartet No. 3 (1994) Yurie Mitsuhashi and Mariam Machaidze, violins; Andrew Gonzalez, viola; Bridget Parker, cello THEA MUSGRAVE (Scotland/U.S.) Narcissus for flute and digital delay (1987) Nicholas Johnson, flute MARTIN SUCKLING (Scotland) Lieder ohne Worte (2010) Robert Fleitz, piano JAMES MACMILLAN (Scotland) Le Tombeau de Georges Rouault for organ (2003) Benjamin Sheen, organ
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
Free

Concert | “Old Soul Revival” Concert


WITH DEREK CRUZ & OLD SOUL REVIVAL BAND. The “Old Soul Revival” is a free concert event on every Wednesday night. Talented live bands from all over come for a special intimate showcase, and concluding the night with a tremendous jam session. Bring a friend or two and spend your Wednesday night here. Featuring: ADRIEN REJU, THE NEW VELVET, TRACY THORNE, ANNA HARRINGTON, BRETT GLEASON, PLUS MORE TBA.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Performance | Comedy: Marina & Nicco Present Fever Dream!


Sketch wondertwins Marina & Nicco present … FEVER DREAM! It’s like when you wake up from a weird dream and then your bed melts and you’re naked in math class then you wake up again and see your mother has always been an octopus, then you wake up for REAL and realize that was the BEST SKETCH SHOW you’ve ever seen. And then your face falls off.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 pm
$5

Jazz | 5/5/5 After Hours Set


A great way to hear some of the most talented young lions of jazz while enjoying spectacular views of Manhattan.
   New York City, NY; NYC
11:00 pm
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Performance | Comedy: Hump Day!


HUMP DAY! is the bi-weekly open mic that provides upcoming stand-up comics with a supportive environment where they can throw material on the wall and see what sticks. Each comic will get 6 to 10 minutes, giving them the breathing room to cultivate a full set, nail down what works and throw out what doesn’t. The comic who gets the biggest laughs is guaranteed a spot in an upcoming mic, and the runner up receives a free beer- but EVERYONE is obligated to group hug. That’s for sure.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 pm
$1

Performance | Comedy: Improdome


Stretch your improv muscles in the longest running free improv jam in New York! Hosted by the duo of Julia Morales and Oscar Montoya. Yea I said Julia and Oscar. Oh ya.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 pm
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