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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on January 23, 2025?
44 free events take place on Thursday, January 23 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 23 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.
Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on January 23, 2025?
44 free events take place on Thursday, January 23 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 23 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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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!
44 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Thursday, January 23, 2025
All events are free unless otherwise noted.
Workshop | Mah Jongg & More
A dedicated group of adult American Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly and informal games, or try your hand at other card and board games. Make friends and catch up with neighbors. Sets, cards, and games provided, or bring your own.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free
Free
Tour | Tour of New York City Hall
One of the oldest continuously used City Halls in the nation that still houses its original governmental functions, New York's City Hall is considered one of the finest architectural achievements of its period. Constructed from 1803 to 1812, the building was an early expression of the City's cosmopolitanism. City Hall is a designated New York City landmark, and its rotunda is a designated interior landmark as well.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free
Free
Film | Thoroughly Modern Millie (1967) with Julie Andrews and Mary Tyler Moore
In this musical spoof taking place during the roariing 1920s, Millie, a feisty young flapper, makes a plan to find a job and marry her wealthy employer. Although she has feelings for penniless paper-clip salesman Jimmy, she's determined to marry the well-off company man Trevor Graydon. But Trevor loves Millie's roommate Dorothy Brown. As all four of them try to find love, Millie and Dorothy's evil landlady Mrs. Meers tries to sell the orphaned Dorothy into white slavery. Director: George Roy Hill Cast: Julie Andrews, Mary Tyler Moore, Carol Channing, James Fox, John Gavin, Beatrice Lillie Julie Andrews is an English actress, singer, and author, and one of the last surviving leading actresses from the Golden Age of Hollywood. She has garnered numerous accolades throughout her career spanning over seven decades, including an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, two Emmy Awards, three Grammy Awards, and six Golden Globe Awards as well as nominations for three Tony Awards. She has been honoured with an Honorary Golden Lion, the Kennedy Center Honors in 2001, the Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award in 2007, and the AFI Life Achievement Award in 2022. She was made a dame by Queen Elizabeth II in 2000. Mary Tyler Moore was an American actress, producer, and social advocate best known for her roles on The Dick Van Dyke Show (1961–1966) and The Mary Tyler Moore Show (1970–1977). Moore won seven Primetime Emmy Awards and three Golden Globe Awards. She was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance in Ordinary People.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
Discussion | Israel on Our Minds with Ambassador Ido Aharoni (in-person and online)
Even those of us who follow the news from Israeli regularly are left with more questions than insight: How should we think about Israel security in the face of a rapidly changing Middle East? What is the government doing in response to the worldwide condemnation of the Jewish State . . . and what could it do? Has the Start-Up Nation sputtered out? Can the breach between the religious and the secular populations be healed -- and how? Does the Israeli government take the concerns and opinions of the Jewish diaspora seriously enough? Should it? With so many questions -- and so much confusion -- they have recruited the ideal person to pull back the curtain on the complicated situation: an Israel diplomat, university professor, writer and investor, Ido Aharoni.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
Workshop | Learn Juggling in the Park
Get in a quick lesson, stay for the whole time, or just enjoy watching them put their skills to the test. They're a friendly group and open to drop-ins, even if you catch them outside of the regular juggling lessons. All skill levels welcome. Equipment is provided.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Lunchtime Meditation (in-person and online)
The sessions are non-denominational and will focus on the basics: meditation to quiet the mind, to focus the quiet mind, using the focused mind for analysis, and using the focused mind to create and uphold a positive vision of and outlook on the world. Other more specific uses of meditation may be discussed however the class is meant for all, beginners and those with a regular practice.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:15 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Bach at Noon (In Person and Online)
Take a momentary respite from a busy day to enjoy a selection of organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach in an intimate venue.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:20 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Vinyasa Yoga Flow
This class encompasses a warm-up, mindful flow, balance poses, gentle inversions, and final relaxation. Discover empowerment and affirmation to embrace who you are on and off your mat. Mats and props are recommended but not required. Leave feeling refreshed and centered, and knowing you have a safe community. Instructor: Rika Miyazawa
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Works by Telemann and More for Violin, Harpischord, Violoncello, and More (In Person AND Online!)
Nuria Canales Rubio, traverso; David L. Ross, traverso; Cristina Prats-Costa, violin; Ryan Cheng, violin & gamba; Allen Maracle, violoncello; Andrew Koutroubas, violoncello; and Nathan Mondry, harpsichord, perform works by Telemann (1681-1767) and Parisian composers L.A. Dornel (1680-1765), J.M. Hotteterre (1674-1763), and J.D. Braun (1728-1738).
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:15 pm
Free
Free
Film | Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024) with Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, Catherine O'Hara, Jenna Ortega, and More
Lydia has grown up and is still haunted by Beetlejuice. One day, her life gets turned upside down when her daughter discovers a portal to the afterlife. When she says Beetlejuice's name three times, the mischevious demon returns to help her save her daughter and unleash a whole lot of mayhem. Director: Tim Burton Cast: Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, Catherine O'Hara, Justin Theroux, Monica Bellucci, Jenna Ortega, Willem Dafoe Michael Keaton is an American actor known for his leading roles in a wide variety of genre films. He has received numerous accolades, including a Primetime Emmy Award and two Golden Globe Awards, in addition to nominations for an Academy Award and a BAFTA Award. Winona Ryder is an American actress who rose to prominence for her more diverse performances in various genres in the 1990s. She has received many accolades, including a Golden Globe Award, as well as nominations for a Grammy Award and two Academy Awards. Catherine O'Hara is a Canadian-American actress and comedian known for her comedy work on Second City Television (1976-84) and Schitt's Creek (2015-2020) and in films such as After Hours (1985), Beetlejuice (1988), The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) and the first two installments of the Home Alone franchise (1990-1992). Jenna Ortega is an American actress who received praise for her performance as a traumatized high school student in the drama film The Fallout (2021). She gained wide recognition for portraying Wednesday Addams in the Netflix horror-comedy series Wednesday (2022-present), for which she received nominations at the Golden Globe, Primetime Emmy, and Screen Actors Guild Awards. She also starred in the slasher films Scream (2022), X (2022), and Scream VI (2023), and the fantasy film Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024).
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Discussion | Cabaret Tony Nominee Steven Skybell in Discussion and Performance (online)
A recording of the public radio show, Person Place Thing, with actor Steven Skybell and Artistic Director of the National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene, Zalmen Mlotek. The conversation will consist of reflections on Skybell and Mlotek's work, including their experiences with the North American production of Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish and Skybell's current role as Herr Schultz in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club on Broadway, for which he was nominated for the Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical. Skybell and Mlotek will also perform live music throughout the event.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Film | Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953) with Marilyn Monroe
Beautiful showgirl Lorelei Lee is engaged to the wealthy Gus Esmond, whose rich father, Esmond Sr., disapproves of the marriage, believing that Lorelei is after his money. When Lorelei and her best friend Dorothy Shaw go on a cruise together, Esmond Sr. hires private detective Ernie Malone to follow her and report any questionalble behavior. Director: Howard Hawks Cast: Jane Russell, Marilyn Monroe Marilyn Monroe was an American actress and model known for playing comic "blonde bombshell" characters. She became one of the most popular sex symbols of the 1950s and early 1960s, as well as an emblem of the era's sexual revolution. She was a top-billed actress for a decade, and her films grossed $200 million by the time of her death in 1962. Long after her death, Monroe remains a pop culture icon. In 1999, the American Film Institute ranked her as the sixth-greatest female screen legend from the Golden Age of Hollywood.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Film and Television Industry: History, Artifacts, Interactive Displays
This museum is dedicated to the art, history, and technology of film, television, and digital media. It houses a diverse collection of industry related objects, including cameras, scripts, costumes, production materials, as well as interactive displays, and themed installations.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Discussion | Being Jewish: A New Podcast (online)
A live conversation with artist-turned-activist Jonah Platt and AJU's Alyssa Silva as they take a behind-the-scenes look at his new podcast, Being Jewish with Jonah Platt. Inspired to amplify Jewish voices, especially after the devastating Hamas attacks on Israel on October 7, 2023, Platt created a space to celebrate Jewish identity, challenge stereotypes, and engage diverse audiences. Platt and Silva will discuss his journey to podcasting, his choice of star-studded guests, and how he is fulfilling his mission to develop thought-provoking conversations about what it means to be proudly Jewish today.
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
Free
Free
Park Walk | Forest Bathing Walk
Reconnect with nature on a guided walk led by certified Forest Therapy Guide Lori Klamner. Allow yourself to connect with the park in a way you never have before. The program includes a short, no more than a half-mile walk at a slow pace. Wear comfortable clothing and bring water, snacks, and a towel or cushion for sitting on the ground.
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:30 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Folk Art Tour: Ornamentation, Vibrant Drawings and Over 100 Handmade Gameboards
Join the tour to explore the art of the Shakers from the mid-19th century: colorful intricate ornamentation representing celestial imagery, vibrant drawings and much more. Another exhibition contains about 100 handmade gameboards, including chess, Parcheesi, checkers, Monopoly, Chutes and Ladders crafted between the mid-19 and early-20 centuries. The Shakers are a religious community founded in the 18th century in England. They are known for their unique beliefs, which include celibacy, communal living, and a strong emphasis on craftsmanship and simplicity. They are also recognized for their distinctive style of furniture and architecture, as well as their vibrant music and dance traditions. In the early 20th century, there were about 12 Shaker communities in the US and as of 2019, there is only one active Shaker village remaining, located in Maine.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Cardio Dance
This creative and fun workout fuses dance and aerobics to improve cardio fitness and tone the body. Instructor: Masayo Kado
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:30 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Photography: From the Early 19th Century to Today
This renowned institution hosts a variety of exhibitions showcasing the work of both established and emerging photographers. The collections encompass the full range of the photographic medium, including the first techniques of the early 19th-century to modern technology and digital displays. Last entry is at 7:15 pm.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
$5, reservation required
$5, reservation required
Opening Reception | Christopher Spinelli: Brooklyn Dreamland, Land without Shadows: Paintings of a Bygone Coney Island
An exhibition of paintings and drawings by Christopher Spinelli depicting a bygone era of Coney Island. In the late 1980s, Spinelli was encouraged by illustrator Robert Weaver to get out of the studio and explore real life. Childhood trips piled in his father's car in search of crinkle-cut fries led him to the B train, where he rode to the end of the line. Equipped with a sketch pad and Polaroid camera, Spinelli produced many drawings and images of the then-declining amusement site. Regarding these initial works, he states, "I began talking to the denizens of Coney Island, who were usually huddled in and around Nathan's for warmth; I drew them while they regaled me with their stories. Some of those first sketches are included in this exhibit." Inspired by buzzing neon signs and accumulated layers of peeling paint, Spinelli began producing the wonderfully garish acrylic works featured in this exhibition.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Opening Reception | Put to the Test by a Prominent Conceptual Artist
David Diao (b. 1943) is one of the key figures in the recent history of conceptual painting. In this exhibition, Diao's expansive and evocative body of work, color remains a constant--both enhancing the conceptual depth of his paintings and contributing to their visceral allure. Spanning from the early 1970s to the present, this focused survey is the first to highlight Diao's bold and sophisticated use of color, exploring its diverse perceptual, semantic, and symbolic roles over the past fifty years.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Book Discussion | The Chief Rabbi's Funeral: The Untold Story of America's Largest Antisemitic Riot (online)
On July 30, 1902, tens of thousands of mourners lined the streets of New York's Lower East Side to bid farewell to the city's chief rabbi, the eminent Talmudist Jacob Joseph. All went well until the procession crossed Sheriff Street, where the six-story R. Hoe and Company printing press factory towered over the intersection. Without warning, scraps of steel, iron bolts, and scalding water rained down and injured hundreds of mourners, courtesy of antisemitic factory workers, accompanied by insults and racial slurs. The police compounded the attack when they arrived on the scene: under orders from the inspector in charge, who made no effort to distinguish aggressors from victims, his officers began beating up Jews, injuring dozens. To the Yiddish-language daily Forward, the bloody attack on Jews was not unlike the pogroms many Jews remembered bitterly from the Old Country, although no one was killed. But this was America, and Jews were now present in sufficient numbers, and possessed sufficient political clout, to fight back. Fed up with being persecuted, New York's Jews set a pattern for the future by deftly pursuing justice for the victims. They forced trials and disciplinary hearings, accelerated retirements and transfers within the corrupt police department, and engineered the resignation of the police commissioner. Scott D. Seligman's The Chief Rabbi's Funeral is the first book-length account of this event and its aftermath.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Film | The Prodigal (1955): biblical epic
Based on the New Testament parable about a selfish son who leaves his family to pursue a life of pleasure, The Prodigal features the son of a Hebrew farmer who wastes his fortune on a Damascus love goddess. He is then thrown into a pit of vultures. Director: Richard Thorpe Cast: Lana Turner, Edmund Purdom, James Mitchell, Louis Calhern, Joseph Wiseman
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Discussion | An Evening in Siena: The Endurance of Its Great Painters
Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Hisham Matar and Siena: The Rise of Painting, 1300–1350 curator Stephan Wolohojian reflect on the enduring significance of place and Siena’s great painters. Matar’s book, A Month in Siena, explores a moment in the writer’s life when he immersed himself in the beautiful yet complex fabric of the city. It considers how centuries-old art can illuminate our own inner landscape to shed further light on the present world around us.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Opening Reception | Bloom: Paintings - Striking Color Harmonies
Theresa Daddezio’s paintings explore speculative futures where human and plant forms intertwine. Rooted in abstraction and color theory, she creates worlds through striking color harmonies and collisions. Her vibrant palette of magnetas, green-golds, and silver-purples blends the synthetic and organic, evoking the transcendental abstraction of the late 20th century and resonating with artists like Sonia Delaunay, Ferdinand Léger, Agnes Pelton, and František Kupka.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Cardio Circuit Blast Workout
This high-energy total body workout will keep you moving with challenging yet fun bodyweight circuits. Cardio Circuit Blast is a heart-pumping, high-intensity class that is open to all levels and the perfect way to increase your overall endurance.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
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Opening Reception | Circles of Abstraction: Art, Performance, Music
7:30 pm: Annika Rhea's Performance Painting Rhea's Fearless is an immersive performance painting exploring the theme of fearlessness through dynamic live painting, pushing the boundaries of physicality and self-expression. Live DJ Sets by Smurfo UDirty & Dial 1.900: a blend of electronic and experimental music. Art by Iutian Tsai, Miriam Portilla Espino, Callen Schaub, Jake Garcia, Sasha Bianca, Annika Rhea
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Opening Reception | Cy Twombly's Paintings: Highly Influential American Artist
Edwin Parker "Cy" Twombly Jr. (1928–2011) was an influential American artist known for his abstract, graffiti-like paintings, drawings, and sculptures. This exhibition will include works on paper created from 1968 through 1990, including pieces that have never been shown before.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Opening Reception | Earthbound: Paintings Featuring Natural Elements - Air, Earth, Fire, and Water
Since the time of Aristotle and the Greeks, the mystery of color and light has challenged our understanding of being earthbound. Our desire to transcend these forces reflects our shared humanity and sparks deeper exploration of spirituality and meaning. This exhibition features artists whose exploration of color and materiality is deeply influenced by philosophical questions, blending surrealist elements with imagery from the natural world. Artists: Alicia Adamerovich, Olive Diamond, Rico Gatson, Greg Lindquist, Amy Lincoln, Loren Munk, Roxy Paine, Hedda Sterne, and Martha Tuttle.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Opening Reception | Intrigue in Art - Group Exhibition
A diverse range of artists, showcasing works from the 1970s to the present. Art can be direct or shrouded in mystery. The pieces in this exhibition all conceal something, offering an enigma, a sense of intrigue. Many figures turn or look away, while others gaze straight ahead, as if to challenge the viewer. None of them are portraits. Whether conceptual or surreal, some are reserved, others exude attitude, but all captivate with their mystery.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Video | Media Hour: Video Screenings and Reception
Videoes from Media Hour, a media education nonprofit in Sunderland, Vermont and Saratoga Springs, New York. Videoes are by Itziar Barrio, Marcus Civin, Christian Ayne Crouch, Autumn Knight, and Wendy Vogel.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | New York Classical Players Perform
Violinist Samuel Andonian and pianist Jinhee Park join the New York Classical Players for a concert of a selection of classical music. Founded in 2010, New York Classical Players (NYCP) is an ensemble dedicated to the highest standards of artistry, collaboration, and virtuosity. Fueled by the belief that access to musical excellence is an essential human right, NYCP presents all of its concerts free of charge. NYCP is comprised of dynamic young musicians who are launching their professional careers. Registration required.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Opening Reception | Papermakers Present Their Works
Emerging artists spent several months in the papermaking studios as a part of an immersive mentorship program, learning to hone their techniques and develop their own practices. This exhibition showcases their resulting works. Artists and papermakers: Anna Hendrick Karpatkin Benjamin, Katharine L. DeLamater, Candy Alexandra Gonzalez, Jaz Graf, Lauren Krukowski, SR Lejeune, and Anela Ming-Yue Oh.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
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Opening Reception | Photos: From Imperial European Gardens, West African Landscapes to Rock Icons
Todd Gray's photography exhibition includes images of imperial European gardens, West African landscapes and architecture, music icons, such as Al Green and Iggy Pop, and self-portraits. In this collection, Gray puts together photographs from his own archive from the early 2000s and images taken during his fellowship at the American Academy in Rome in 2023.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Screening | Siena: The Heart of Tuscany: Screening and Discussion
This is a screening of Tuscany Beyond Expectations (Italy, 2020, 27 min., in English), directed by Brian Gendece. What happens when an American (Brian) is invited by a complete stranger in Italy (Roberto) to discover Tuscany without preconceptions? He goes on a journey through a Tuscany that few have seen. From lush landscapes to off-the-beaten-path discoveries, meet the people, hear their intimate stories, learn their traditions and revel in the spirit of the people who live there. Followed by a roundtable inspired by the Metropolitan Museum exhibit Siena: The Rise of Painting. This conversation explores the past and present of Siena. What can we take from the past to help us shape the future? How can thoughtful tourism have a positive impact on present-day Tuscany? Featuring: Roberto Bechi (Siena-based Tour Guide) Sienese Society and Culture in the 14th century and today Eugenio Refini (Professor of Italian Studies) Visible Speech: Medieval Siena between Words and Images Roberto Guiggiani (Professor of Tourism Sciences, Fondazione Campus) The Impact of Tourism: Changes over Time Patricia Camerota (Social Media Manager and Consultant) Studying Abroad in Siena as an American Brian Gendece (Director and Co-Producer) “Tuscany Beyond Expectations”: Are you a Tourist or a Traveler? Moderated by Jane Tylus (Yale University)
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
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Film | Lumumba: Death of a Prophet (1991): Assassinated African Leader
A documentary about African political leader Patrice Lumumba, who was Prime Minister of Zaire (now Congo) when he was assassinated in 1961. Director: Raoul Peck 69 min.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Film | October H8TE (2024): The New Iteration of the Oldest Hatred, with Debra Messing
The documentary looks at the emergence of anti-Semitism on college campuses, in social media and on the streets since October 7, 2023, when Hamas attacked Israel. Almost immediately after the Hamas massacre of October 7, the world pivoted into a dystopian nightmare with the narrative rewritten, turning murderers into freedom fighters and victims into aggressors. Ivy League presidents refused to condemn calls for the genocide of Jews as violations of their campuses' codes of conduct. The sexual assault and rape of Israeli women was ignored, dismissed, even denied. And a tsunami of online antisemitism followed. How did we get to this moment, when "Hamas in America" became not a right-wing talking point but a reality manifesting itself from Cambridge to Los Angeles? The new documentary film October H8TE seeks to answer that question by examining intersectionality, why social justice activists align themselves with reactionary organizations, the influence of funding and messaging linked to Hamas and the "curious" amount of antisemitic content flooding social media linked to Iranian, Russian and Chinese IP addresses. The film's message is simple: Jewish or not, you need to care about this latest wave of antisemitism because Jews and Israel aren't its only targets: The mobs shouting "Globalize the Intifada" are, ultimately, attacking truth, democracy and a free society. The film includes interviews with Debra Messing, Michael Rapaport, Mosab Yousef (son of Hamas's cofounder), Sheryl Sandberg, US Representative Ritchie Torres, US Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, US Ambassador Deborah Lipstadt, Dan Senor, Noa Tishby, Bari Weiss and Douglas Murray. After the screening, we will be joined for a discussion with its director, Wendy Sachs, and Debra Messing, the film's executive producer.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
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Book Discussion | The Uncollected Stories of Mavis Gallant: A Short Story Master
Editor Garth Risk Hallberg discusses this collection of over thirty short stories by one of the greatest fiction writers in American history, now available in a single volume for the first time ever. Mavis Gallant’s extraordinary mastery of the short story remains insufficiently recognized. She may be the best writer of stories since the early-1950s prime of John Cheever, Eudora Welty, and Flannery O’Connor, and even in such august company, her work is sui generis. Gallant’s short fiction refines the art of the story even as it expands the boundaries of what a story can be. Above and beyond that, however, it constitutes a striking, almost avant-garde reduction. To read her is to discover something about the very nature of story: how for better or worse life is caught up in it, and how on the page that common predicament can come to life.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
$5
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Film | The Ice Cream Man (2024): Resistance or Death Under Nazi Occupation
The Ice Cream Man recounts the true story of Ernst Cahn, a beloved Jewish ice cream parlor owner who, after the Nazi invasion of the Netherlands, becomes a target of the notorious Klaus Barbie, the “Butcher of Lyon.” As his world unravels, Cahn faces a life-or-death decision—resistance or death—that will have lasting consequences across the nation. Followed by a discussion with actor Noah Emmerich (Beautiful Girls, The Truman Show), who stars in the film as Ernst Cahn; Robert Moniot, the film’s writer, director, and producer; and Greg Malone, the film’s producer.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free
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Jazz | Jazz Trio
With: Fred Johnson, vocals Daniel Kelly, piano Victor See Yuen, percussion FREDERICK JOHNSON is an international performer who has spent the past 35 years presenting concerts and seminars on the power of creative expression as a tool for personal well-being and healing. He is an accomplished vocalist and percussionist and is recognized internationally as one of the world’s greatest vocal jazz improvisers. He has also been honored as one of the world’s most passionate and versed chanters of sacred text. Frederick has been involved in the development of global programs in America, Europe and the Middle East, bringing people together from diverse spiritual and cultural backgrounds to create artistic forums for learning, sharing, reconciliation, vision and hope. Frederick has performed on stage with, or as the opening act for, such musical greats as Miles Davis, Dizzy Gillespie, Chick Corea, Herbie Mann, Nat Adderly, Joe Zawinul, David Sanborn, Richard Elliot, Ramsey Lewis, Aretha Franklin, Patti La Belle, Patti Austin, George Benson, BB King and many others. For over 20 years in Tampa Bay, Frederick was a key contributor in both schools and community centers presenting programs which served to empower the understanding of arts as a conduit for educational enrichment and enhancement of core curriculum skills training in our educational system. DANIEL KELLY is a composer, pianist and jazz educator who has been called “stunningly original” with “a visionary imagination.” His music draws nspiration from literature, visual art and journalism, captivating audiences across the country. A prolific composer and tireless musical explorer, Kelly continually seeks out new avenues for his creativity. Kelly is the recipient of the Chamber Music America/ASCAP Adventurous Programming Award, Chamber Music America Residency Partnership Grant, New York State Arts Council Individual Artist Grant and the Aaron Copland Fund. He is the co-founder and co-Artistic Director of Connection Works, an artist-run non-profit organization based in Brooklyn. Kelly has toured throughout Southeast Asia and India as part of the Kennedy Center and US State Department sponsored Jazz Ambassador program. Other notable international performances include benefit concerts for orphan children in the Kangemi slums of Nairobi, Kenya and a concert for the president of Costa Rica. VICTOR Y. SEE YUEN, songwriter, record producer, poet and arranger, came to New York City at the age of 17 from the Caribbean Island of Trinidad and Tobago in the West Indies. He studied multiple percussion instruments for four years with the legendary Joe Papo Daddiego, founder of Jopa Percussion Instruments. Victor has recorded over 300 CDs with various artists including Sonny Rollins, Ron Carter, Wynton Marsalis, The Mighty Sparrow, Mos Def, Sarah Vaughn, Luther Vandross, Kathleen Battle, T.S. Monk, Andre Previn, and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, among others. Victor has accompanied classes at numerous dance schools throughout the country. He is the co-founder of the dynamic ensemble Heritage O.P. (Organic Percussion) and has released four original CDs. He has also co-written CDs with William Catanzaro and Ana Marie Forsythe entitled Percussion for the Dance Technique of Lester Horton. His solo CD, entitled Raise Your Hand for Love, is a fusion of poetry and music. He is currently the musical director for the ICHNUSA festival in Sardinia, Italy. He remains a much sought after and highly regarded musician because of his enduring style and the unique skill set he brings to every endeavor.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Poetry Reading | Poetry Showcase
With Rio Cortez, Marilyn Hacker, Robert Wood Lynn, and John Yau
New York City, NY; NYC
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Discussion | Two Internationally-Acclaimed Authors in Conversation
A reading by Valeria Luiselli, followed by a conversation/Q&A with Darin Strauss and a reception/signing. Valeria Luiselli was born in Mexico City and grew up in South Korea, South Africa and India. She is the winner of the DUBLIN Literary Award, two Los Angeles Times Book Prizes, The Carnegie Medal, an American Book Award, and has been nominated for the National Book Critics Circle Award Darin Strauss is the internationally bestselling author of the novels Chang and Eng, The Real McCoy, More Than It Hurts You, and The Queen of Tuesday: A Lucille Ball Story, as well as the memoir Half a Life. He has received awards, including the National Book Critics Circle Award, a Guggenheim Fellowship, an American Library Association Award, and many others.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Concert | Music from the Space Between Jazz, Hip-Hop and R&B
Brooklyn's own Francisco Haye--aka Cisco Swank--can boast a host of collaborators in the worlds of jazz improvisation (Ambrose Akinmusire, Julius Rodriguez, Braxton Cook) and Hip-Hop (Saba, Noname, Malaya). Perched expertly in the space between jazz, R&B, and Hip-Hop, The New York Times says that the young multi-hyphenate producer - vocalist - instrumentalist - songwriter's critically acclaimed 2023 solo debut More Better provides a showcase for "melodic piano chords over lush soul and trap-inspired drums and raps. Currently poised to elevate into the post-neo-soul stratosphere, Cisco Swank celebrates the upcoming release of his anticipated sophomore album with a set highlighting his best-known tracks, newest music, and special guests.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Master Class | Vocal Arts Master Class
Vocal Arts Master Class with David Bizic, baritone.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Comedy Club | Bomb Shelter Comedy Show
Bomb Shelter is a free weekly comedy show in New York City where you'll find some of the best comedians performing. Expect free pizza. With: Julio Diaz - Don’t Tell Comedy Dan Goodman - Schtick a Pole in it Tessa Fleming - Broadway Comedy Club Jake Letizia - Talkin to myself podcast
New York City, NY; NYC
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