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14 free events take place on Friday, March 12 in New York City.
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14 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Friday, March 12, 2021

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Theater | Letters Live with Gillian Anderson, Daisy Ridley (Star Wars), Oscar Winner Olivia Colman and More (virtual, streaming for 24 hours)


In Letters Live, remarkable letters are read by a diverse array of outstanding performers, including performances from Olivia Colman, Gillian Anderson, Daisy Ridley, Caitlin Moran, Rose McGowan, Adwoa Aboah, Louise Brealey and more. Plus music from Roxanne Tataei. The show will be available for 7 days starting from March 8th.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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12:00 am
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Film | The Phantom of the Opera (2004): Classic Musical (virtual, streaming for 24 hours)


Musical drama based on Andrew Lloyd Webber's celebrated musical phenomenon. The Phantom of the Opera tells the story of a disfigured musical genius (Gerard Butler) who haunts the catacombs beneath the Paris Opera, waging a reign of terror over its occupants. When he falls fatally in love with the lovely Christine (Emmy Rossum), the Phantom devotes himself to creating a new star for the Opera, exerting a strange sense of control over the young soprano as he nurtures her extraordinary talents. Directed by Joel Schumacher.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
12:00 am
free, no reservation required

Workshop | Meditation: Mindfulness at Noon (virtual)


Join the guided 30-minute mindfulness meditation session. No experience necessary.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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12:00 pm
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Tour | Red Square: Moscow's Must-See (virtual)


A visit to Red Square is a must for all first-time visitors to Moscow as it has been Moscow's historic and cultural center for centuries, holding everything from a medieval marketplace to Soviet military parades and rock concerts. The sights of Red Square can get crowded, especially in hot travel season, but this live virtual tour will allow you to learn the history, travellers' tips and tricks, the cultural and architectural background of such gems as magnificent St Basil's Cathedral, palace-looking GUM Department Store, onion-domed Orthodox Kazan Cathedral, the famous Lenin's mausoleum with no crowds!
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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12:00 pm
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Workshop | Savings and Investment for Women (virtual)


Women face different considerations when thinking about saving and investing – what are they and how can you address them. How do you save for retirement and build a portfolio with those considerations in mind. Join Suzanne McGovern from the Office of Investor Education and Advocacy of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and Maggie Boys, Communications Associate from WISER (Women’s Institute for a Secure Retirement) for a discussion of the unique financial challenges that women face and an introduction to some tools to help you on your financial journey.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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12:00 pm
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Dance Performance | Ballet Competition: Day 5 (virtual)


The Annual Valentina Kozlova International Ballet Competition, founded by a former principal dancer with the Bolshoi Ballet and New York City Ballet, Valentina Kozlova (Broadway's On Your Toes). Dancers from all over the world will be competing with variations from Paquita, Corsaire, Swan Lake, Flames of Paris, Don Q, Talisman, and other classics.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
2:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Dance Performance | Mozart Dances by Mark Morris Dance Group (virtual)


Mark Morris' joyful and sublime Mozart Dances is a masterpiece of movement and music. Set to three exquisite Mozart piano works, the choreography is buoyant and exhilarating, exemplifying why Morris is revered as "the most artfully musical choreographer alive" (The New York Times). In this virtual performance, the company's own music ensemble provides live music for the lyricism and astounding precision of the Mark Morris Dance Group, with stunning scenic design by celebrated abstract painter Howard Hodgkin (Layla and Majnun). "To hear Mozart through Morris' ears is to appreciate the music in scintillating new detail." -- The Guardian The streaming will be available until Mar 19th.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
3:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Workshop | In-Home Learning Parent Workshop: Resources, Coaching and More (virtual)


Having trouble with at-home education? Brandielee Johnson connects with parents around the nation to provide resources, coaching and goal driven achievement tracking K-12. Johnson has been an educator for over 12 years teaching various grades and subjects. The workshop takes plave each Fr at 3 pm.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
3:00 pm
free, registration required

Museums | Asia's Diverse Cultures: From Ancient to Contemporary (in-person)


Discover art that traverses Asia's diverse cultures, regions, and narratives. The Museum's special exhibitions celebrate art forms that range from ancient to contemporary, including photography and multimedia, while its permanent collection galleries are focused primarily on art from the Himalayan region.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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6:00 pm
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Concert | Bossa Nova Live (outdoors, in-person)


Visit the courtyard for a socially distanced evening of live Brazilian music, featuring Bossa Nova band Rio 3-0: bassist Leonardo Lucini, drummer Arnaldo Buzack, and guitarist Billy Newman. Take a seat in the courtyard and enjoy the show. Food and drinks are available for purchase.
   Brooklyn, New York, NY
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6:00 pm
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Museums | New York City and American History (in-person)


Founded in 1804, this American history museum holds an extensive collection of historical artifacts, works of American art, and other materials documenting the history of New York and the United States. It presents exhibitions on a variety of topics and periods in American history, such as George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, Slavery in New York, The Hudson River School, Abraham Lincoln, Ulysses S. Grant, and much more.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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6:00 pm
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Concert | Salsa Music (in-person, outdoors)


Enjoy live salsa music with Cuarteto Guatac.
   Brooklyn, New York, NY
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6:00 pm
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Concert | Musical Journey Through American History: Bernstein, Barber, Ives, Glass, and More (virtual)


Enjoy works by Ives, Riegger, Cowell, Ruggles, Cage, Beyer, Barber, Hovhaness, Dello Joio, Persichetti, Duke, Liebermann, Bolcom, Bernstein, Glass, Jalbert and Walker.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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7:00 pm
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Discussion | The Art of Fashion Illustration (virtual)


Fashion illustrator and designer Audrey Schilt discusses her notable career sketching and designing for some of the most revered names in fashion history: Halston, Ralph Lauren, and more.  Remember Jackie Kennedy’s pillbox hat? Schilt was responsible for that sketch. Other style icons who have embraced her astonishing talent include Princess Diana, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Julianne Moore.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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7:00 pm
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Concert | Virtuoso Musician and Others

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Play | Broadway Actor in a Drama

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Classical Music | Vivaldi on Period Instruments

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Discussion | Emmy-Winning, CNN & NPR-Featured Journalist Shares Her New Book

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