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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on July 30, 2011?

52 free events take place on Saturday, July 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 July 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 July . 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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52 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Saturday, July 30, 2011

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Workshop | Fitness Walking Program


Hour-long classes with a 10-minute warm up, 30 minute fitness walk, and 20 minutes of strengthening, stretching, and cool-down.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:30 am
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Workshop | Health and Race Walking Clinic


Moderate to brisk walks led by the NY Walkers Club for people 18 years and older of all abilities. This low-impact fitness program is perfect for those who want to get in shape, build muscle tone and strength, and increase cardiovascular health while enjoying the Park’s beautiful landscapes.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 am
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Workshop | Drawing in the Park


Sketch and paint the Hudson River and neighboring parks with an artist/educator. Materials provided.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Workshop | Harlem Knitting Circle


Please bring your own materials and a food item to donate to the snack table.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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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
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10:00 am
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Park Walk | Rockaway-to-Fort Tilden Hike


5-6 miles easy, flat hike. From Rockaway to Ft. Tilden along beach and back. End at an Italian Bakery at 129th St. This is a casual and relaxing hike (no macho or super hikers need apply. Heavy Rain Cancels.
   New York City, NY; NYC
10:30 am
$3

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
$6

Tour | Constitution Island Walk


Child friendly. Strolling, sightseeing at a gentle pace. This legendary gem on the Hudson, opposite West Point, is open only 3 weekends per summer. Bring photo ID. Expect entrance fee of $10, covering free boat rides, guided walks, or independent exploration. Amenities include shaded picnic groves, public restrooms, a gift shop in the historic Warner House, walking trails, and a hot dog vendor.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Park Walk | Garden Tour


Experience the Park's only formal garden with the Garden staff. See exuberant perennial and annual beds, and delight in an abundance of color and fragrance while learning about the Garden's history and design.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Park Walk | Garden Tour


Experience the Park's only formal garden with the Garden staff. See exuberant perennial and annual beds, and delight in an abundance of color and fragrance while learning about the Garden's history and design.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Workshop | Kayaking and Community Rowing


Get out on the water for kayaking and community rowing. Children under 18 must have an adult guardian present.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Dance Lesson | Park Moves with Limon Dance


Free Classes in the Park. Experience the joy of movement and dance. Classes are led by former and current members of the internationally renowned modern dance company, Limon Dance.
   New York City, NY; NYC
11:00 am
Free

Fair | Street Fair


   New York City, NY; NYC
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Fair | Street Fair


   New York City, NY; NYC
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City Walk | 8th Street & St. Marks Place Tour


Discover Greenwich Village history and gossip that even New York's cognoscenti don't know. Rain or Shine.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:30 am
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City Walk | El Barrio Today Walking Tour


El Barrio Today Arts Cluster invites you to come explore the neighborhood. Highlights include the Graffiti Wall of Fame, Julia de Burgos Boulevard, local murals and much more.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:30 am
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Festival | Animation Block Party Trade Show


ABP will hold its animation trade show and art gallery exhibition. Trade show attendees will include Animation Mentor, NY Bike Jumble, L-Magazine, DaVinci Artist Supply, Green Mountain Energy, The Community Bookstore and many more. The ABP gallery exhibition will feature content from animation talents such as Doug Crane, Howard Beckerman, Deborah Ross, Maori Stanton, Jeff Scher, Mike Lapinski, Caroline Foley, Michael Langan and London Squared alongside festival photos from Jazzmine Beaulieu. Movie tickets must be purchased separately.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Poetry Reading | First Annual New York Poetry Festival


Come out for this free poetry festival for readings and performances by the Poetry Brothel, the Poetry Project, Ear Shot, 2nd Avenue Poetry and much more.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Symposium | Girl Talk with Lesley Gore, The Angels, and More


A symposium moderated by Sheryl Farber, Alison Fensterstock and Lauren Onkey, including interviews with Lesley Gore, The Angels, and The Exciters, and a segment celebrating Ellie Greenwich’s life and legacy. Film archivist Joe Lauro will screen vintage footage of the girl group era in action. The Angels and the Exciters with Alison Fensterstock 12:00 PM An Interview with Lesley Gore with Sheryl Farber 1:00 PM The Life and Legacy of Ellie Greenwich with Lauren Onkey 2:15 PM
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Fair | Mad Decent Block Party


A free, all-ages Block Party with Gang Gang Dance, Zeds Dead, Claude VonStroke, BAIO (Vampire Weekend DJ set), The Hood Internet, Bosco Delrey, and PO PO.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Tour | Tavern and Its Green Tour


Discover the sheepfold that became a world famous restaurant, a parade ground that became the Sheep Meadow, the Children's District, The Mall including its statues.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 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
$6

Concert | Lowdown Hudson Blues Festival with Steven Bernstein’s Millennial Territory Orchestra


Steven Bernstein’s Millennial Territory Orchestra and Henry Butler featuring Dean Bowman and Sandra St. Victor – The nine-piece Millennial Territory Orchestra and New Orleans piano legend Henry Butler, known for their witty, funky take on the early blues, are joined by a genre-bending vocalist Sandra St. Victor and acclaimed singer and performance artist Dean Bowman. Also performing: • Hazmat Modine – Incorporating everything from funky tuba to the ancient Chinese mouth organ, Hazmat Modine has enjoyed critical and popular success since their 2006 debut album, a playful hybrid of blues, indie-folk, and world music that reached #12 on Billboard’s blues charts. • Danny Kalb - One of America’s foremost guitarists, Danny Kalb is best known as a founding member of the legendary Blues Project. Kalb’s current recording project includes members of the original Blues Project. • Ryan Shaw – Raised in a Pentecostal family, soul prodigy Ryan Shaw has been nominated for two Grammy Awards. • Citigrass – Citigrass is New York City’s premier bluegrass band, combining the fiery fingers and squeaky clean harmonies of a traditional bluegrass outfit with the spontaneous energy of a jam band and the heart and soul of classic rock.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Concert | Ana Cifuentes, Colombian Singer


Cifuentes is a Colombian singer living in New York City for the past 11 years. Her repertoire includes a wide range of tunes from Latin American folklore to current tunes from Latin American song writers. She brings the nostalgia Latinoamericana with her voice through the rhythms of Peruvian lando, Colombian cumbias and Cuban son.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Workshop | Computer Tutoring Sessions


Join an afternoon of one-on-one tutoring sessions. The computer tutors can help you with everything from learning how to use a mouse, formatting a resume, setting up an email address, posting photos on the internet, starting a blog, using Microsoft Office, and more.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Screening | Documentary: Mark Morgan's The Human Hambone (2005)


Highlights the talents of a wide variety of both amateur and professional musicians and dancers throughout North America who use every part of the human body to make music. Also examines body music within an anthropological and biological framework, demonstrating how the body is filled with natural "clocks," which account for the fundamental human connection with rhythm. 47 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Jazz | Great Jazz on the Great Hill


Bring your picnic and dancing shoes for an afternoon of live jazz music by some of the best local jazz performers. Co-presented with Jazzmobile. Hot food available for purchase. Ongoing craft for families.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Film | Kenny Ortega's Documentary This Is It (2009): The Jackson Concerts That Never Were


A rare, behind-the-scenes look at Michael Jackson as he developed, created, and rehearsed for his sold-out concerts scheduled at London's 02 Arena. Chronicling the months from April through June 2009, this film captures the singing, dancing and creative genius of Michael at work as he creates and perfects his final London shows. 111 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Workshop | Knitting Circle


Got knitting skills? If you are a pro or are just starting out join our Knitting Circle. They'll provide some materials but everyone is required to bring their own yarn.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Tour | Union Square: Crossroads of New York


The tour explores the social and political history of the Union Square neighborhood through discussions of the people, history, architecture, and forces that have shaped this community. You’ll hear how Union Square got its name, see where the legendary Tiffany & Co. once stood, and learn how to read the clock (yes, it’s a clock!) on “The Metronome” sculpture and so much more!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Park Walk | “Views from the Past” Tour


As you promenade through the heart of the Park, imagine yourself living in 19th Century New York City. Learn about the Park's history and how its designers, Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux, struggled to create the magnificent "Greensward" for the enjoyment of all. Tour lasts approximately one hour.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Film | Clarence Brown's Silent Film The Eagle (1925): With Live Piano Accompaniment


With Rudolph Valentino. Vladimir Dubrouvsky, a lieutenant in the Russian army, catches the eye of Czarina Catherine II. He spurns her advances and flees, and she puts out a warrant for his arrest, dead or alive. Vladimir learns that his father's lands have been taken by the evil Kyrilla Troekouroff, and his father dies. He dons a black mask, and becomes the outlaw The Black Eagle. He enters the Troekouroff household disguised as a French instructor for Kyrilla's daughter Mascha. He is after vengeance, but instead falls in love with Mascha. 73 min. Live piano accompaniment by Ben Model and introduction and Q & A by film historians Bruce Lawton and Steve Massa.
   New York City, NY; NYC
2:30 pm
Free

Concert | Concert on Water


The concert is at the coolest classical music concerts location in New York City. Program and musicians TBA.
   New York City, NY; NYC
3:00 pm
Free

Workshop | Yoga in the Park


Bring your own yoga mat. Class will be cancelled if it is raining.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Dance Performance | Double Dutch Divas, a Jump Rope Performance


The women of the Double Dutch Divas have twirled, turned, and twisted for the past two decades, showing off amazing moves that prove jump rope is more than mere child’s play.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:30 pm
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Jazz | Jessica Medina, Latin Jazz Singer


Known for her captivating, sultry voice and her exotic interpretation of jazz, Jessica Medina melds culture, beauty and song in stunning harmony. Fluent in three languages, she fearlessly crosses borders with a fresh, seductive flavor that creatively blends Spanish, French, American and Brazilian sounds. Her first full-length CD, Azul, released in May 2007, delivers songs in four languages and boasts an all-star band including special guest Claudio Roditi.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Concert | The Ponderosa Stomp: She's Got the Power! with Ronnie Spector, Lesley Gore, and More


The vocalists from the chart-ruling girl groups of the ’60s aren’t necessarily known by name, but their classic, New York–steeped songs are an indelible, trailblazing part of our culture. This all-star extravaganza, featuring the original supporting vocalists (the genre’s “secret weapons”)—Toni Wine (vocal arrangements), Jean Thomas Fox, Lesley Miller, Mikie Harris, Susan Collins, and Ula Hedwig—will be filled with the anthems of teenage love and angst that defined a rock-and-roll era. The evening culminates in a tribute to the legendary Brill Building songwriter Ellie Greenwich (“Da Doo Ron Ron,” “Be My Baby,” “River Deep, Mountain High”). Featuring RONNIE SPECTOR, LALA BROOKS (formerly of The Crystals) and LESLEY GORE with Arlene Smith (former lead singer of The Chantels), Baby Washington, Barbara Harris (of The Toys), Beverly Warren, Brenda Reid and Lillian Walker (of The Exciters), Louise Murray (of The Jaynetts), Margaret Ross (of The Cookies), Maxine Brown, Nanette Licari (of Reparata and the Delrons), Peggy Santiglia Davison and Jiggs Sirico (of The Angels). Backed by The Boyfriends. GIRL GROUPS REVUE 5:00 LALA BROOKS and LESLEY GORE 7:00 TRIBUTE TO ELLIE GREENWICH 8:40
   New York City, NY; NYC
5:00 pm
Free

Theater | Shakespeare Outdoors: Romeo and Juliet


Theater2020, Brooklyn Heights' first professional theater company, presents Shakespeare's timeless classic about teenage love in a fast-paced modern interpretation, great for the whole family!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Performance | Student Graduation Comedy Show


Tonight, brilliant students take the stage. The legends of tomorrow show you they're actually the stars of today.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Theater | Outdoor Theater: The Seagull by Anton Chekhov


The Seagull was written in 1895 and first produced in 1896. It dramatizes the romantic and artistic conflicts between four characters: the ingenue Nina, the fading actress Irina Arkadina, her son the symbolist playwright Konstantin Tréplev, and the famous middlebrow story writer Trigorin. Performed by Hudson Warehouse.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Concert | Rock Sounds: Dr. John & the Lower 911 / Chuck Brown / Red Baraat


DR. JOHN carries the entirety of New Orleans’ rich musical heritage in his fingers, with a bottomless vocabulary that embraces blues, pop, jazz, Zydeco, boogie woogie and rock and roll. Having revived his Nite Tripper persona he is in unstoppable form: his 2010 album Tribal is “close to a career-defining summation from one of America’s most important musicians.” (AllMusic) In the late ’70s the DC guitarist CHUCK BROWN combined funk, R&B, and early hip-hop with call and response and a syncopated beat to invent a brand new genre—and “The Godfather of Go-Go” has kept the party going ever since. With an opening set of bangin’ bhangra and brass funk by RED BARAAT.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Performance | Comedy Show: Kathy and Emily Are Total Sweethearts


Kathy Salerno (Risk!) and Emily Altman (Onassis) are best friends. They are also an epic sketch duo. Be a total sweetheart and join them for an evening of weirdo-nonsense comedy that may contain a live game of Girl Talk WITH ZIT STICKERS (not true).
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Concert | Steve Tarshis and His Instrumental Trio


Calling all blankets, picnic baskets, and candles! Steve Tarshis and His Instrumental Trio, with special guests. Jazz, folk, blues & rock, with special guest vocalists.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Film | Terence Young's Dr. No (1962): Classic James Bond


With Sean Connery, Ursula Andress and Jack Lord. James Bond's investigation of a missing colleague in Jamaica leads him to the island of the mysterious Dr. No and a scheme to end the US space program. 110 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concert | MOZART and STRAVINSKY


Program: MOZART: Overture to Le nozze di Figaro STRAVINSKY: Symphony in C MOZART: Symphony No. 36 in C major (“Linz”) Mostly Mozart Festival 2011 kicks off with this FREE opening event.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:30 pm
Free

Dance Performance | Forces of Nature Dance Theatre with Cecilia Marta Dance Company


"The Best of Forces" is four works that highlights the company's 30th anniversary. Founded in 1981, Forces of Nature Dance Theatre has become a major player in the dance world, having produced numerous high quality ballets and performing around the world. With a creative matrix centered between the African and American cultural diaspora, its aesthetic has been critically acclaimed as thought provoking and creatively brilliant. By utilizing a unique blend of performing arts including contemporary dance, traditional West African dance, ballet, house, hip-hop and martial arts, the company has been at the forefront of redefining the experience of African-American dance. Also: Dancin’ Downtown at The Joyce is a collaboration between Dancers Responding to AIDS and The Joyce Theatre. Dance studios are adjudicated by top names in the dance world with the award winner performing.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
Free

Theater | Shakespeare Outdoors: As You Like It


Pulse Ensemble Theatre's seventh Harlem Summer Shakespeare production is a multi-ethnic, open-air production of William Shakespeare’s comedy. As is the tradition with Pulse Theatre Ensemble’s Harlem Summer Shakespeare, this production keeps Shakespeare’s language intact whilst updating the world in which the characters live. In this contemporary version of As You Like It, Frederick is a millionaire in the image of Hugh Hefner or Donald Trump. He believes money rules the day. Duke Senior and his followers, on the other hand, live a rustic, free-spirited life somewhere between the 1960’s hippies and the Hari Krishna followers.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Theater | Shakespeare Outdoors: Hamlet


The Drilling Company will present Hamlet directed by Hamilton Clancy. In an unusual interpretation, the production is intended to illuminate the modern dysfunctional family unit. The cast includes Alessandro Colla as Hamlet, Amanda Dillard as Ophelia , McKey Carpenter as Laertes, Paul Guskin as Polonius, Karla Hendrick as Gertrude, David Sitler as Claudius, Bill Green as The Ghost, Jennifer Fouche as The Player Queen, Jed Q. Peterson as Guildenstern, Miguel Govea as Marcellus, Graciany Miranda as Horatio, Andrew Markert as Rosencrantz, Kate Garfield as Bernadine and James Butler as Osric.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Theater | Shakespeare Outdoors: Measure for Measure


Measure for Measure sweeps from the corridors of national power to the intimate confines of the bedroom, and from the convent's chapel to the executioner’s block. It is Shakespeare at his grittiest: a bracing and bawdy glimpse of what happens when those in power allow their basest human impulses to range unchecked. Directed by David Esbjornson.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Screening | Documentary Outdoors: William Shatner's The Captains (2011)


The Captains follows William Shatner as he seeks out each of the actors who have played the captains over the life of the Star Trek franchise. Come wearing Trekkie gear and receive a poster for The Captains and you could even meet William Shatner. However, they ask that you not bring in anything resembling a weapon for security purposes. Gate opens at 7:30pm. Bring your own chairs or blankets and snacks.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:45 pm
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Dance Performance | Water, a Dance Performance by Eiko & Koma


Uniquely interdisciplinary choreographer-dancers Eiko & Koma perform the world premiere of Water with two-time Grammy Award–winning Native American flutist-composer Robert Mirabal. Inspired by their 1995 piece River, this site-specific work is a significant part of Eiko & Koma’s Retrospective Project, a multiyear, multifaceted examination of the duo’s 40 years of artistic collaboration.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 pm
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Performance | Nobody's Token/NorthCoast Comedy Show


Nobody's Token, New York City's premiere African-American improv group, creates a hilarious half-hour sitcom exploring all the things you've come to love in your favorite TV shows. Whether having problems at the office or struggling to pay your rent, no matter if you're secretly in love with an alien or your mother's a car, give us two of your wackiest problems and a product you want to buy and we'll give you a half-hour of laughs. With commercials! Now that the east coast - west coast beef has subsided, North Coast is stepping up to throw down. Watch as New York's only freestyle rapping, beatboxing, long-form improv teams performs a fully improvised "hip-hopera" right in front of your face. North Coast has been doin' big things in the New York City improv scene for over 2 years. They have held it down at The Peoples Improv Theater, The Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre, The Tank Theater, comedy festivals around the country, and multiple universities. The show is upbeat and energetic from start to finish. You provide your favorite rap lyric and North Coast will make your gut bust and your head bop. And if you don't know, now you know.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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