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Where else but in New York City can you listen to a world-class musician, discuss a book with a famous author, take a part in poetry reading, have a glass of wine at an art exhibition opening, and all that on the same day, and all that free of charge, and all of that on any day of the year, whether it's December or July, April or November!
The trick is to know about those free events, free things to do BEFORE they happen, not after the fact. That's where Club Free Time comes in handy! Become a Club Free Time member and start using these unique New York City (NYC) opportunities today, April 17, 2026!
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Club Free Time is your perfect guide to Free Entertainment and Free Culture in the City That Never Sleeps.
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In addition to providing information about free events, free things to do in New York City (NYC), Club Free Time offers its members complimentary tickets to classical music concerts, dance performances and theater: when a producer wants that special buzz of the 'full house' - Club Free Time members are welcomed for their enthusiasm and sophistication!
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Get a taste of free culture and free entertainment in New York City (NYC)!
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Experience an entirely new perspective on New York. 'Open up a whole new cultural world... in one of the most vibrant capital cities in the world, sampling cultural delights beyond anyone's wildest dream.' Rupert Parker, journalist, photographer, cameraman, and TV producer
April 17, 2026. Free shows, free concerts, free movies, free tours, free readings, worshops, lectures, etc. are New York's best kept secret! Learn all about it and do not miss the unique opportunities that only New York provides: NYC never ceases to amaze you with quantity and quality of its free culture and free entertainment whether it's day or night, weekday or weekend, summer or winter, spring or fall, January or June, May or September. If you are looking for inexpensive things to do and where to go in Manhattan today, tonight, tomorrow, or any other time, or any other day of any week - you came to the right place: just click on any day on the calendar dispayed on the every page of our site and you will see how many events you can attend in Manhattan free of charge on that very day.
New York's cultural scene is at its busiest in October and March (and the same goes for free events, free things to do), but other months of the year still offer incredible amount of high quality, off the beaten path, unique free events, free things to do which will take your breath away! So if you looking for something to do in April or November, December or February, you will find tons of free things to do, free events to go to. (In June, July and August lots of those free events take place outdoors, of course).
So start using these unique New York City opportunities today, April 17, 2026!
Where else but in New York City can you listen to a world-class musician, discuss a book with a famous author, take a part in poetry reading, have a glass of wine at an art exhibition opening, and all that on the same day, and all that free of charge, and all of that on any day of the year, whether it's December or July, April or November!
The trick is to know about those free events, free things to do BEFORE they happen, not after the fact. That's where Club Free Time comes in handy! Become a Club Free Time member and start using these unique New York City (NYC) opportunities today, April 17, 2026!
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Club Free Time is your perfect guide to Free Entertainment and Free Culture in the City That Never Sleeps.
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Free things to do, free events that take place in New York City every day of the year are truly amazing. So if you're looking for something interesting to do today (April 17, 2026) or on any other day of the year don't miss those free-of-charge opportunities that only New York provides! You can find lots of high quality, off the beaten path, unique free events, free things to do which will take your breath away!
In addition to providing information about free events, free things to do in New York City (NYC), Club Free Time offers its members complimentary tickets to classical music concerts, dance performances and theater: when a producer wants that special buzz of the 'full house' - Club Free Time members are welcomed for their enthusiasm and sophistication!
Join the Club!
Get a taste of free culture and free entertainment in New York City (NYC)!
Join the Club!
Experience an entirely new perspective on New York. 'Open up a whole new cultural world... in one of the most vibrant capital cities in the world, sampling cultural delights beyond anyone's wildest dream.' Rupert Parker, journalist, photographer, cameraman, and TV producer
Join the Club!
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!
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Don't miss the unique opportunities that only New York provides:
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- free jazz in NYC
- free poetry readings in NYC
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- fairs and parades in NYC
- free theater in NYC
- free tickets to concerts, theater and dance performances in NYC
'New York is abuzz with so much culture that they're giving it away.' (The New York Times article about Club Free Time).
68 free things to do in New York City (NYC) today:
Friday, April 17, 2026
All events are free unless otherwise noted.Workshop | Morning Tai Chi
Improve balance, strength and focus through gentle exercises. The sights and sounds of the river provide a serene background for the ancient flowing postures.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:30 am
Free
Free
Museums | Friday at Pop Culture/Art Museum
Through temporary exhibitions, a growing permanent collection, and educational events, this museum examines the significant influence of posters on society and culture, and how they are adapted for modern use. As the first poster museum in the United States, it offers a space for inquiry for anyone interested in design, advertising, and public interventions, with the goal of enhancing design literacy among the general public.
Works explore:
mass communication and persuasion
the intersection of art and commerce
control of the public domain
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free
Free
Workshop | Adult Zumba
Featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography. Work on your balance, coordination and range of motion.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
Free
Free
Museums | Asian Art and Culture Museum
The museum features a diverse collection of artworks, including traditional and contemporary pieces from various Asian cultures. 2 pm: guided tour.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
Workshop | Mat Pilates (Beginners Welcome!)
Sweet Water Dance & Yoga leads a session of mat pilates, a strengthening and lengthening exercise that focuses on conditioning your core muscles while also training your arms and legs. This class incorporates key Pilates principles such as postural alignment, breathing, strength, controlled movement, and flexibility. This class is perfect for beginners but intermediate and advanced movers will also benefit. Bring your own mat.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
Dance Performance | Immersive Building-Wide Dance Experience
Moving throughout the building, audiences wear headphones for the hour-long performance, tuning them into the personal stories and meaningful movements that may dwell in any corner of the Library’s collections. Hailed in the New York Times as one of the “best dance performances of 2025.” Written by Robbie Saenz de Viteri and choreographed by Monica Bill Barnes.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:30 am
Free
Free
Book Discussion | Book Launch: The Girl Who Watched the Trains Depart (+ Author Signing)
Enjoy the presentation of The Girl Who Watched the Trains Depart, the long-awaited English translation of the hit book by author Ruperto Long. This event will feature a conversation between the author and Professor Federico Finchelstein. Books will be available for sale and signing. Inspired by real events during World War II, this powerful novel weaves together stories of survival, resistance, and moral courage across Nazi-occupied Europe.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Learn to Juggle, All Skill Levels Welcome
This juggling class is ideal for a quick lesson, an extended practice session, or just enjoy watching jugglers 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
Classical Music | Afternoon Bach
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
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Film | The Crucible (1996): Historical Drama Film with Daniel Day-Lewis & Winona Ryder
A Salem resident attempts to frame her ex-lover's wife for being a witch in the middle of the 1692 witchcraft trials. Director: Nicholas Hytner Cast: Daniel Day-Lewis, Winona Ryder, Paul Scofield, Joan Allen, Bruce Davison Daniel Day-Lewis is an English actor often described as one of the preeminent actors of his generation. He received numerous accolades throughout his career, which spanned over four decades, including three Academy Awards for Best Actor, making him the first and only actor to have three wins in that category. Winona Ryder is an American actress. Originally playing quirky roles, she rose to prominence for her more diverse performances in various genres in the 1990s. She has received many accolades, including a Golden Globe Award, in addition to nominations for a Grammy Award, a BAFTA Award, and two Academy Awards.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Crafting Community: Work on Personal Projects & Make New Friends
Freeform crafting and conversation! Bring your own project or choose something from the collection to work on. The organizers have materials for sewing, knitting, crochet, coloring, and paper crafts. All programs are subject to change or cancellation.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:30 pm
Free
Free
Dance Performance | Immersive Building-Wide Dance Experience
Moving throughout the building, audiences wear headphones for the hour-long performance, tuning them into the personal stories and meaningful movements that may dwell in any corner of the Library’s collections. Hailed in the New York Times as one of the “best dance performances of 2025.” Written by Robbie Saenz de Viteri and choreographed by Monica Bill Barnes.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:30 pm
Free
Free
Film | Glengarry Glen Ross (1992): Drama with Star-Studded Cast
A group of sad-sack real-estate agents resorts to desperate measures when they are forced to participate in a vicious sales competition in which only the top two earners will be allowed to keep their jobs. Based on the play by David Mamet. Director: James Foley Cast: Al Pacino, Jack Lemmon, Alec Baldwin, Ed Harris, Alan Arkin, Kevin Spacey, Jonathan Pryce
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
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Film | Theeb (2014): Jordanian Period Drama Film
In 1916, Theeb lives with his Bedouin tribe in a remote part of the Ottoman Empire. When his older brother has to escort a British officer across the desert, Theeb tags along for the adventure. Director: Naji Abu Nowar Cast: Jacir Eid, Hassan Mutlag, Hussein Salameh, Jack Fox, Marji Audeh In Arabic with English subtitles.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Jazz | Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)
This jam session is open to all musicians. Come and play or just listen to some jazzy tunes.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Lecture | American Revolution as a Multimedia Spectacle
Historian Jennifer Tucker explores how the American Revolution was presented as a multimedia spectacle a century before modern retellings. Long before Hamilton or Ken Burns's The American Revolution, people were already finding new ways to tell the story of 1776. A century ago, as America celebrated its 150th anniversary, new technologies like photography, film, and lantern slides--hand-painted or transparent images projected for audiences--were transforming how we visualize history. These tools opened up exciting new ways to show the story of the Revolution. Jennifer Tucker, History Professor at Wesleyan University, explores the 1920s--a pivotal decade when teachers, filmmakers, historians, psychologists, and librarians drew on archives from around the world to build the first large-scale picture collections of U.S. history. Their work helped shape how Americans remembered, told, and debated the nation's past through visual media.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
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Staged Reading | The Oil Press: Original Full-Length Play by Emerging Playwright
Enjoy a special staged reading of a new full-length play by Drew Praskovich, a first-year MFA playwright, The Oil Press.
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
Free
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Gallery Talk | Expert Insights into Heroes Tapestries
Celebrate the recent conservation treatment of the Julius Caesar tapestry from the Nine Heroes Tapestries by joining a talk to learn about the history and conservation of these unique textile works.
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Modern Piano Works (In Person AND Online!)
Yihang Chen, piano. Program: Samuel Zyman (1956-) Variations on an Original Theme Samuel Zyman (1956-) Restless for Solo Piano Behzad Ranjbaran (1955-) Nocturne (A Night in a Persian Garden) Philip Lasser (1963-2008) Sonate "Les Hiboux Blancs"
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Play Chess
Sharpen your mind, meet new people, and enjoy this timeless game. Chess sets and timers are provided. Adults only.
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
Free
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Classical Music | Viola Works by J.S. Bach, Vieuxtemps, & More (In Person AND Online!)
Alison Wang, viola. Program: J.S. Bach (1685-1750) Cello Suite No. 3 in C Major Thomas Adès (1971-) Three Berceuses from The Exterminating Angel Henri Vieuxtemps (1820-1881) Viola Sonata, Op. 36
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
Free
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Lecture | Ethnographer/Anthropoligist Shares Her Research on Women's Labor, Sensory Politics, & Anti-Blackness
Laurian Bowles on Aluminum Pans, Fugitive Labor, and Affective Anti-Blackness in Accra. Laurian Bowles is a Black feminist ethnographer and cultural/visual anthropologist whose work examines women’s labor, sensory politics, and the affective dimensions of anti-Blackness across Africa and the diaspora. She has conducted extensive fieldwork in North America and Africa and also works with community-based and engaged research approaches.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:15 pm
Free
Free
Lecture | Ethnographer/Anthropologist Shares Her Research on Labor & Anti-Blackness in Ghana
Black feminist ethnographer and cultural/visual anthropologist Laurian Bowles speaks on 'Aluminum Pans, Fugitive Labor, and Affective Anti-Blackness in Accra.' Bowles' work examines women’s labor, sensory politics, and the affective dimensions of anti-Blackness across Africa and the diaspora. She has conducted extensive fieldwork in North America and Africa and also works with community-based and engaged research approaches.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:15 pm
Free
Free
Museums | American History and Artifact Collections
Enjoy a stroll through galleries of an extensive collection of American art, learn about the history of New York and the USA. Last admission is at 7 pm.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Pay-what-you-wish, reservation required
Pay-what-you-wish, reservation required
Museums | Friday Evening at the Art/History Museum
This museum is an assemblage of illuminated, literary, and historical manuscripts, early printed books, and old master drawings and prints inside a historic building. Registration opens 7 days in advance & does sell out.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Friday Night Function at an Iconic Art Museum
Enjoy art, drinks, special programming, music, city views, and more! Throughout the night, there will be a few "15-minute tours," highlighting different parts of the collection.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Concert | Questions from a Guitarist: If a tree falls in a forest ... does anyone care?
Guitarist David W. Jacobsen will perform in NYC to promote his latest album, A Tree Falls. This singer-songwriter album explores themes of rejection and neglect, posing the question, "if a tree falls in a forest ... does anyone care?" The answer is no. Covering topics like jobs, crushes, acquaintances, friends, roommates, or audiences, the album combines dry humor and emotional depth to address feelings of indifference.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Bassoon Pieces by Vivaldi, Saint-Saens, & More (In Person AND Online!)
Megan L. Neuman, bassoon. Program: Antonio Vivaldi (1678-1741) Concerto in E Minor, RV 484 Jeff Scott (1967-) Elegy for Innocence Willson Osborne (1906-1979) Rhapsody for Bassoon Camille Saint-Saens (1835-1921) Sonata in G Major, Op. 168 Marc Mellits (1966-) (arr. Dominik Schulz) Black
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Friday Evening at the Famous Art Museum
This special, all-ages evening celebrates the art and the city. Explore in the galleries, get creative with drop-in drawing sessions, and see a film in the theaters. Museum stores and cafe will be open, too, so you can grab a bite, get drinks, or shop for unique design objects. Free for New York State residents but must be reserved in advance (up to two adults), and are subject to availability and proof of residency. Tickets are released one week in advance.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Workshop | Poetry Themed Zine-Making
Library staff and Booklyn educators lead a workshop to make your own zine for National Poetry Month! Materials are provided to create your own handmade booklets, commonly known as zines. This Zine Jam will have a poetry theme. Zines are accessible tools for literacy, storytelling, and community connection. Zine Jams are workshops led by Booklyn, Inc. educators. With visual, tactile, and writing prompts, anyone can make a zine.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Violin Works by Dvorak, Faure, Rachmaninoff, & More (In Person AND Online!)
Audrey Park, violin. Program: Alfred Schnittke (1934-1998) Sonata No. 1 George Frideric Handel (1685-1759) (arr. Carl Flesch) Te Deum, HWV 283 “Dettingen” Antonin Dvořák (1841-1904) (arr. Fritz Kreisler) Songs My Mother Taught Me Richard Strauss (1864-1949) Stimmungsbilder, Op. 9 Gabriel Fauré (1845-1924) Les Berceaux Gabriel Fauré (1845-1924) Après un rêve Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873-1943) Vocalise Eugène Ysaÿe (1858-1931) Poème Élégiaque, Op. 12
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
Free
Free
Screening | 16mm Hidden Gems
This event pairs a 16mm feature film from the Cinema Studies Archive with lo-fi gems, oddball curiosities, and pre-internet obscurities.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
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Opening Reception | Compounding Interest: Multi-Artist Exhibition on the Individual vs. the Collective
This exhibition by MFA Fine Arts students, Compounding Interest, explores how ideas, materials, and experiences accumulate through repetition and experimentation, reflecting the emotional threshold of graduating in turbulent times. The works on view are shaped by personal, societal, and geographical influences, revealing how individual perspectives are informed by broader collective conditions. Through processes of layering, revision, and sustained inquiry, small gestures evolve into complex visual statements that question authorship, responsibility, and belonging. Together, the exhibition invites reflection on the tension between the individual “I” and the collective “we,” considering how these artists negotiate identity, community, and agency at a moment of profound transition.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Opening Reception | Sundarpreis: Multi-Artist Studio Art Exhibition
The Hunter College MFA Program in Studio Art presents its annual MFA Thesis Exhibitions, featuring 35 artists working across a range of mediums. Representing the culmination of three years of intensive studio practice, the exhibitions highlight a breadth of research, experimentation, and critical inquiry.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Opening Reception | Embodying Homeland Through Dance and Memory
Curated by Algerian-American artist Esraa Warda, this exhibition explores how movement carries cultural memory and personal history. Featuring photo and video work created with multidisciplinary artist Muyassar Kurdi, the installation presents intimate portraits of six Algerian women dancing in their homes. The work invites viewers to consider the body as an archive, with opportunities to learn traditional Algerian dances through in-gallery video tutorials.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Concert | Indie Rock Musician Baltazar Lora Takes the Stage
Experience a performance by Baltazar Lora, a 26-year-old indie rock musician who began his journey playing with his rock band in local pizza shops around Louisville, Kentucky. Drawing inspiration from artists like Vampire Weekend, Cage the Elephant, and Mac DeMarco, his sound is rooted in an early 2000s indie edge—guitar-driven, warm, and a little worn-in. He calls his sound “Kentoki Rokenrol,” reflecting a blend of his Kentucky upbringing and Colombian roots.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
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Concert | Open Session: Traditional Irish Music
Enjoy vibrant evenings filled with traditional Irish music. There is a slow session for beginners from 6 pm to 8 pm, followed by a traditional session for experienced players from 8 pm to 11 pm Audience members are encouraged to join the music at any time.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Classical Music | Works by Barber & Poulenc for Cello and Piano
Melanie Chen, cello, Yeseul Kim, piano, and Luis Ortiz, piano. Program: Samuel Barber (1910-1981) Cello Concerto, Op. 22 Francis Poulenc (1899-1963) Allegro—Tempo di Marcia from Cello Sonata, FP 143
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Opening Reception | Works of Iranian-French Photojournalist Reza Deghati
Enjoy an exhibition highlighting the works of Iranian-French photojournalist Reza Deghati.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Screening | AngelHeaded Hipster (2022): Documentary on the Music of Marc Bolan & T. Rex (+ Filmmaker Discussion)
AngelHeaded Hipster is the first documentary to explore the complex and revolutionary music and lyrics of Marc Bolan and T. Rex. Using archival performances, interviews with Bolan, Elton John, and Ringo Starr--plus filmed musical interpretations by artists such as Nick Cave, John Cameron Mitchell, Joan Jett, Macy Gray, U2, Lucinda Williams, Father John Misty, and son Rolan Bolan among others--this documentary creates an exuberant and thoughtful examination of a true original: a glam rock pioneer, gender-bending free spirit, and explorer of punk and soul music. We celebrate Bolan's life from his teenage years digging through Carnaby Street dustbins with David Bowie, to his stellar music career and last relationship with Gloria Jones, all through a new, unique creative lens. Director: Ethan Silverman A conversation with Parsons faculty, Ethan Silverman, and College of Performing Arts faculty, Pippin Parker, will follow the screening.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Author Reading | 2 Authors Share Their New Books
Enjoy a reading and conversation with Richie Hofmann, author of the collection The Bronze Arms, and Benjamin A. Saltzman, author of Turning Away: The Poetics of an Ancient Gesture.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Screening | The Swimmer (1968): Drama Film with Burt Lancaster (+ Discussion)
The Swimmer is a haunting, surreal journey through suburban America, starring Burt Lancaster as a man determined to swim his way home through a chain of backyard pools. As his odyssey unfolds, sunlit affluence exposes the fractures beneath a carefully constructed life. Adapted from John Cheever’s celebrated short story, this 1968 classic is a bold, unsettling meditation on identity, denial, and the cost of illusion. Director: Frank Perry Cast: Burt Lancaster, Janet Landgard, Janice Rule Burt Lancaster was an American actor and film producer. Initially known for playing tough guys with a tender heart, he went on to achieve success with more complex and challenging roles over a 45-year career in films and television series. He was a four-time nominee for the Academy Award for Best Actor (winning once), and he also won two BAFTA Awards and one Golden Globe Award for Best Lead Actor. The American Film Institute ranks Lancaster as #19 of the greatest male stars of classic Hollywood cinema. Featuring a talk from Andy Bienen, Associate Professor of Professional Practice, Film.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Discussion | Art Talk with Francisco Costa
Francisco Costa, in conversation with Marc Karimzadeh, explores his illustrious career. Francisco Costa has been honored with awards for his work from the FIT Alumni Association, Parsons The New School for Design, and the Smithsonian’s Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum. In 2006, and again in 2008, the CFDA named him the Womenswear Designer of the Year. Costa assumed the role of Women’s Creative Director of Calvin Klein Collection after working directly with Calvin Klein and other top design houses including Gucci, Balmain Couture, and Oscar de la Renta.
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7:00 pm
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Screening | Critically acclaimed Netflix series, BEEF, premieres on the big screen
Attend a special screening of the first two episodes of the highly anticipated second season of BEEF, starring Carey Mulligan, Oscar Isaac, Cailee Spaeny, and Charles Melton. This season introduces a new "beef" as newly-engaged country club staff Ashley Miller (Cailee Spaeny) and Austin Davis (Charles Melton) become entangled in the unraveling marriage of their Millennial boss, Joshua Martin (Oscar Isaac), and his wife, Lindsay Crane-Martin (Carey Mulligan). Both couples navigate power, favors, and scandals under the watchful eye of billionaire Chairwoman Park (Youn Yuh-jung). Note: A limited number of complimentary tickets are available. Admission is first-come, first-served to registered guests.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Book Discussion | Magician/Author Shares Her New Book on Historical Magician, Madame Adelaide Herrmann
Magician and author Margaret B. Steele brings magician Madame Adelaide Herrmann's story to life in multi-media homage featuring rare images from the Billy Rose Theatre Division, a video tour of Adelaide Herrmann's New York, and a performance of Adelaide Herrmann's signature magic effects with live musical accompaniment and sound effects. The presentation will conclude with a Q & A, after which Margaret will sign copies of her new book, Queen of Magic: The Wondrous, Unstoppable Adelaide Herrmann.
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Classical Music | World Premiere of Boundless: Contemporary Soundscape with Acclaimed Musicians
Experience the one-night-only world premiere and album release of Min Xiao-Fen and Julian Kytasty's Boundless, a spellbinding musical creation where Eastern musical worlds converge. In Boundless, Xiao-Fen, an internationally acclaimed performer of the lute-like Chinese pipa, and Kytasty, a master of the Ukrainian zither-like bandura, join forces for an evening that defies classifications of border and era. In the spirit of the avant-garde improviser Derek Bailey, the string duo will mingle their respective instruments' venerable traditions to form a fresh and daring contemporary soundscape. Xiao-Fen's composition "Xi Xi, Cuo Cuo (Wash and Rub)" reimagines the untold story of Chinese immigrants' relocation to the Mississippi Delta, while Kytasty's "Travel Music" brings to life the journey of a rare bandura from Ukraine to Shanghai to Buenos Aires before finding its permanent home in New York City. Together, these two trailblazing musicians chart a luminous odyssey across personal histories, rich culture, and human connection. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Screening | 3 Bad Men (1926): Silent Western with Live Ensemble Score
Experience a live-to-picture performance of John Ford's 1926 silent western, 3 Bad Men. The film sets its narrative against a fictionalized Dakota land rush, where three outlaws find unexpected redemption when they protect a young woman seeking a new life on the frontier. This presentation features the world premiere of an original orchestral score. Director: John Ford Cast: George O'Brien, Olive Borden
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Concert | An Evening of Diverse Cello Works
Tyrone Ferone, cello.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Open Mic | Hear from Emerging Writers or Perform Your Own Work
Hear original work by local, emerging writers of all genres, or share some of your own pieces! All performers welcome! Hosted by novelist Ed Lin. Sign ups start from 7:30PM. 5-minute time slots.
New York City, NY; NYC
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Classical Music | Piano Works by Rachmaninoff, Liszt, & Robert Schumann (In Person AND Online!)
Juhee Lim, piano. Program: Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873-1943) Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-flat Minor, Op. 36 Robert Schumann (1810-1856) Fantasiestücke Op. 12 Franz Liszt (1811-1886) Spanish Rhapsody S254
New York City, NY; NYC
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Jazz | Snazzy Saxophone Evening (In Person AND Online!)
Aidan Patrick McKeon, jazz tenor saxophone. Program: Aidan McKeon A Little Fire Aidan McKeon Waltz for the Church in Bern Leonello Casucci (1885-1975) (arr. Thelonious Monk) Just a Gigolo Aidan McKeon Brew Aidan McKeon Are You Thinking of Me Aidan McKeon Perspective Change Aidan McKeon The Moon and I Aidan McKeon Summer Song
New York City, NY; NYC
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Conference | Experts Discuss Music as a Tool of Italian Colonialism
This day-long conference on “Music and Italian Colonialism,” the first of its kind, explores the musical dimensions of Italian colonial expansion in East Africa and their enduring afterlives. Talks examine how both popular and concert music were deployed in service to Italian colonialism, not only as an instrument of propaganda and national identity formation, but also as a means of structuring and recording cultural encounters. Considering perspectives from both Italy and East Africa, the conference explores topics like music’s role in colonial settings; colonial representations through musical theatre and film; the ethnographic collection and recording of East African musical practices during Italian occupation; and the legacies of colonial musical products in contemporary memory. Speakers: Isabella Abbonizio, Gianpaolo Chiriacò, Tamara Dawit, Yemane Demissie, Francis Falceto, Luca Lévi-Sala, Franco Sciannameo, Dexter Story, Emilio Tamburini
New York City, NY; NYC
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