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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on June 5, 2013?

46 free events take place on Wednesday, June 5 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 June 5 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 June . 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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46 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Wednesday, June 5, 2013

All events are free unless otherwise noted.
        

Workshop | Sunrise Tai Chi Class


With ith Robert Martinez, certified Tai Chi Instructor. Try something new. Suitable for all levels. Wear comfy clothing and bring water. Rain and weather/air advisory cancels.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 am
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Workshop | Catch & Release Fishing


Grab a pole and relax on the Harlem Meer while you wait for a bite from one of the many species of fish that live in its diverse aquatic ecosystem! Poles available to borrow; must release fish after catching them. Free for families and individuals; groups larger than 5 must reserve at least 2 weeks in advance. Adult with photo I.D. must accompany all children.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free

City Walk | Greenwich Village Tour


Greenwich Village is among Manhattan's most desirable and expensive residential neighborhoods. It's history, however, betrays it's monied status. The Village, with it's quiet, shaded streets, lined with lovely brick and brownstone townhouses, was once the incubating ground of artistic, social and political movements that have helped shape US history. From the Beats to the Folk Movement, from workers rights to gay rights, the Village has often been the center of it all.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Tour | Cathedral Tour


Explore the Cathedral's newly cleaned and restored Nave. Learn about the art, architecture and history of this great sacred space from 1892 to the present.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
$6

Workshop | Elements of Nature Drawing


Enjoy drawing nature in the parks and gardens with an artist/educator. Materials provided.
   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 | Park Pétanque


Learn to play pétanque, the popular European game anchored in precision, patience, and camaraderie from members of La Boule New Yorkaise, NYC’s championship-winning club.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Tour | Federal Reserve Bank Tour


Learn about central banking functions that Federal Reserve System performs and see Bank's vault of international monetary gold on bedrock of Manhattan Island, five stories below street level. Learn why Federal Reserve has "Federal" in its name, while it's a private bank, not Federal at all. Congressman Ron Paul considers the Federal Reserve "both corrupt and unconstitutional" Tour times: 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
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Gallery Talk | Infinity of Nations Guided Tour


A Museum Ambassador gives a 45-minute free guided tour through the permanent exhibition.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Workshop | Learn Juggling in the Park


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

Author Reading | Lionel Shriver discusses his book Big Brother


The prize-winning author of We Need to Talk About Kevin returns with a larger than life look at obesity and family relations. In conversation with National Book Award-nominee Amy Bloom.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Concert | The New Names, Russian Children's Choir


Representing Russia’s Siberian region, The New Names make their US debut with a program of contemporary and classical works by Russian, European, and American composers as well as traditional Russian folk songs. Among its numerous honors, the award-winning children’s choir has been selected to perform at the 2014 Olympic games. Their youthful energy and heartwarming sincerity inspire audiences to look beyond national lines and relish the warmth of young voices.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Jazz | Todd Robbins, Ragtime/Tin Pan Alley Pianist


Todd Robbins plays Ragtime and classic Tin Pan Alley songs. He is often heard on Monday nights playing piano with Woody Allen's Jazz Band and has recorded two albums with that group.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 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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12:30 pm
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Tour | Cathedral Tour


Explore the Cathedral's newly cleaned and restored Nave. Learn about the art, architecture and history of this great sacred space from 1892 to the present.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
$6

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

Reading | Mixed Bag: Story Time for Grown-Ups


Love a good story? Sit back and relax as they read you a story or two.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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City Walk | Greenwich Village Tour


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


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


It is here, as much as anywhere, where American history started. It's where the first US Congress assembled and produced the Bill of Rights and where President George Washington took his first oath of office. It's here where the world's most important stock exchange and one of the most famous bridges stand. And it is here where an unspeakable tragedy took place and where a rebirth is underway.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Workshop | Figure Al Fresco


Learn figure drawing outdoors with a clothed model and an artist/educator. Materials provided.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
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Park Walk | Central Park Sunset Tour


Join Free Tours by Foot as they stroll through the park and tell the epic story of New York's green oasis. Once described as the lungs of the city, Central Park brings a breath of fresh air to New York's crowded urban terrain. What started out as the rocky and desolate northern fringes of a rapidly expanding city is today amongst the world's most famous and beloved public parks. Originally intended to bring people of all walks of life together -- a people's park -- Central Park lives up to it's original designs. With over 843 acres of meadows, hills, ball fields and bodies of water, it's impossible not to find something to enjoy in Central Park.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Discussion | This Is the Day: The March on Washington


DEBORAH WILLIS DISCUSSES LEGACY OF HISTORIC MARCH WITH MICHAEL ERIC DYSON, PAUL FARBER, ELI REED, JAMAL SHABAZZ AND SPECIAL GUEST BRIGITTE FREED.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Opening Reception | Retrospective: Robert Baribeau's 1980-NOW


For over thirty years painter Robert Baribeau has been exploring landscape and place in visceral, expressionistic abstractions. Baribeau’s eleventh solo exhibition at the gallery since 1980 chronicles the focus and intensity spanning his career, in painting, mixed media and works on paper.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Discussion | Stradivari Is Back!


A showcase presentation and discussion of a new concept of "music listening instrument." The magical wood of the Abete di Fiemme tree, used centuries ago by the world's most famous luthiers, has created another masterpiece: Opere Sonore and Flat Wood System. In standard loudspeakers, a magnete and polyamide combination "reproduce" the music, "imitating" the musical instruments. FWS and Opere Sonore are "real" instruments, "re-playing" the music from a traditional CD, LP player or from your iphone, ipod or even TV, through the vibrations of the soundboards, evoking emotions more similar to a live concert, arousing from the vibrations of the tonewood used by Stradivari for making his famous instruments, packaged in an exquisite, fine, interior design masterpiece. With: Fabio Ognibeni, creator, Opere Sonore. Moderated by: Natale G. Tulipani, Broadway Tours & Performing Arts, Rome. This event is in ENGLISH.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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City Walk | The High Line Sunset Tour


The area around the High Line Park was a vital business district of New York City, supplying fresh fruits, French Cheeses and Russian caviar as well as fresh meats to City markets. The hustle and bustle of the streets induced the City to elevate the railroad trains delivering goods to the commercial buildings. When interstate truck traffic made the railway outdated, it fell into ruin, only to be regenerated as a park. Reservations Required RESERVE NOW
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Workshop | Volleyball After Work


Leave your workday behind and join other adults for good-natured, fun, and cooperative pick-up games of VOLLEYBALL in the beautiful outdoors overlooking the Hudson River. Everyone gets to play. Participants will also learn the basic rules and strategies of volleyball. Scorekeeper and volleyballs are provided. No experience is necessary.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Jazz | Warren Chiasson Trio


An incredibly talented jazz vibraphonist with a distinctive four-mallet technique woven into a percussive, melodic style.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Reading | Kafka's Last Laugh


Scholar Anca Parvulescu presents a reading of a letter from Kafka to Felice Bauer, in which he describes a burst of laughter. Parvulescu's talk foregrounds the question of laughter in Kafka. She moves away from humor, the comic, and the grotesque, and instead analyzes one of Kafka's letters to Felice Bauer, in which he describes himself as a great laugher.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Workshop | Shape Up NYC


Shape Up NYC, a free citywide fitness program offered by NYC Parks in partnership with Equinox, NYC Service and Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield, brings you Nia, a sensory-based movement practice that draws from martial arts, dance and yoga. Bring your own mat. Classes are limited to 75 people on a first come, first served basis.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Slide Lecture | Susannah Cahalan discusses her book Brain on Fire: My Month of Madness


In this illustrated lecture, the author chronicles the swift path of her illness and the lucky, last-minute intervention led by Dr. Souhel Najjar at NYU Langone Medical Center. Doctor and patient will join the stage for the first time together to share the story.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Workshop | Yoga - Evening Salute to the Sun


End your day with relaxing Hatha yoga in a beautiful sunset setting. Suitable for all fitness levels. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Book Signing | Artist Heide Hatry discusses her book Not a Rose


At first glance, Not a Rose is a floral photography book, but conceptual artist Heide Hatry's work always requires more than a glance. Joining her in discussion are Fiona Maazel, Jessica Hagedorn and Mary Caponegro, who wrote accompanying essays.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Author Reading | Book Launch: Her Not All Her by Elfriede Jelinek


The U.S. book launch of the new English translation of Nobel laureate Elfriede Jelinek’s play. The award-winning translation by Damion Searls was recently published in the Cahier series by Sylph Editions in collaboration with the American University of Paris. Damion Searls received the 2011 ACF Translation Prize for his translation of Jelinek’s play about, from, and to the great Swiss writer Robert Walser. Searls will be participating in this event alongside editor Daniel Medin, and novelist Katie Kitamura. The reading takes place with the support of the journal The American Reader which will be publishing an excerpt of the play in their magazine.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Author Reading | Danielle Ofri reads from her book What Doctors Feel: How Emotions Affect the Practice of Medicine


Danielle Ofri, a medical doctor and NYU professor, discusses her latest book.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Author Reading | Dish: A Sumptuous 4-Course Feast of Readings


DISH is sumptuous 4-course feast of readings and stories, as told by New York's hottest chefs, restauranteurs, mixologists, food authors, bloggers and critics, presented by Kimberly M. Wetherell of Spirited and David Gutowski of Largehearted Boy. APERITIF: Jack Summers (Jack From Brooklyn) and his signature Brooklyn-distilled spiced hibiscus liqueur, Sorel APPETIZER: Jeff Gordinier, New York Times writer and contributor to the anthology The Cassoulet Saved Our Marriage: True Tales of Food, Family, and How We Learn to Eat. ENTREE: Michael Moss, author of the bestselling book Salt Sugar Fat: How the Food Giants Hooked Us and New York Times Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter, in conversation with our own David Gutowski. DESSERT: Kelly Geary of Sweet Deliverance, discusses canning and pickling, with tips from her cookbook Tart and Sweet. AND... bring a recipe to share for New York City's only recipe swap.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Film | Gordon Parks' Oscar-Winning Shaft (1971): Blaxploitation Classic


Stars Richard Roundtree, Moses Gunn, Charles Cioffi. Cool black private eye John Shaft is hired by a crime lord to find and retrieve his kidnapped daughter. 100 min. Includes an introduction to the film as well as a guided discussion afterwards.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Author Reading | Lauren Weisberger discusses her book Revenge Wears Prada


Miranda Priestly is back with a vengeance and is once again tormenting the very women she used to call her assistants in the follow up to the hugely popular book and film, The Devil Wears Prada.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Performance | NYC's youngest playwrights debut original theatrical works


Students from 10 NYC public schools, whose plays will be published by renowned publisher Samuel French, will showcase their original plays and perform them.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Book Signing | Ralph Nader signs copies of his book Told You So: The Big Book of Weekly Columns


The consumer advocate and presidential spoiler on his new book.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 pm
Free

Lecture | SciCafe: The Neuroscience of Creativity


Enjoy cocktails, cutting-edge science, and conversation at this popular after-hours series, which takes place on the first Wednesday of every month. Musician and Johns Hopkins professor Charles Limb will discuss the neuroscience of creativity—and how the brain works during musical improvisation.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 pm
Free

Talk | Hezekiah Walker, the “Face of Black Gospel Choir”


As the founder/leader of the Love Fellowship Tabernacle, Hezekiah Walker has become the face of black gospel choir. In a career spanning three decades, he has recorded more than a dozen chart-topping albums, won two Grammys, and worked with the likes of Justin Timberlake, Diddy, and Whitney Houston. His next album, "Azusa the Next Generation," drops this year.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
Free

Concert | Patty Griffin, Grammy-Nominated Singer/Songwriter/Storyteller


Singer/songwriter/storyteller Patty Griffin started playing the guitar and singing when she was a young girl growing up in Maine. Although she is now a seasoned veteran of the Americana music scene, her songs still retain the intimacy and earnestness of a lovelorn teenager’s diary. They will make you smile, cry, and long for a day gone by.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:15 pm
Free

Theater | Shakespeare Under the Stars: The Comedy of Errors, with Jesse Tyler Ferguson


This new production concerns two sets of identical twins who were separated as children and now live as master-servant pairs in rival neighboring cities. When one pair crosses the border to find the other, so begins an exquisitely enjoyable mess of mistaken identity, wrongful imprisonment, questionable flirting and general mayhem. Directed by Daniel Sullivan.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:30 pm
Free

Performance | Comedy Show: Matt Nagin Presents


Matt Nagin presents an inordinately talented lineup of some of the hottest and most original comedy acts in New York City. His last two shows featured Todd Barry, Rob Shapiro, Nick Vatterott, and more! Comics appearing in Nagin's shows have been seen on Comedy Central, MTV, VH1, FX, and HBO.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:00 pm
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Musical | A Heart-Warming Musical

Regular Price: $52
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Classical Music | Piano Works by Robert Schumann

Regular Price: $40
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Concert | Rock Concert at NYC's Renowned Jazz Club

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