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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on December 6, 2025?
45 free events take place on Saturday, December 6 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 December 6 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 December . Don't miss the opportunities that only New York provides!
Some events take place all year long: same day of the week, same time there are there for you to take advantage of. One of the oldest free weekly events in Manhattan is Dixieland Jazz with the Gotham Jazzmen, which happen at noon every Tuesday. Another example of an event that you can attend all year round on weekdays is Federal Reserve Bank Tour, which takes place every week day at 1 pm (but advanced reservations are required). You can take at least 13 free tours every day of the year, except the New Year Day, July 4th, and the Christmas Day. If you are classical music afficionado, you can spend whole day in New York going from one free classical concert to another. If you love theater, then New York gives you an option to attend plays and musicals free of charge, or at deep discount. You just need to have information about it. And we are here to make that information available to you.
Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on December 6, 2025?
45 free events take place on Saturday, December 6 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 December 6 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 December . Don't miss the opportunities that only New York provides!
Some events take place all year long: same day of the week, same time there are there for you to take advantage of. One of the oldest free weekly events in Manhattan is Dixieland Jazz with the Gotham Jazzmen, which happen at noon every Tuesday. Another example of an event that you can attend all year round on weekdays is Federal Reserve Bank Tour, which takes place every week day at 1 pm (but advanced reservations are required). You can take at least 13 free tours every day of the year, except the New Year Day, July 4th, and the Christmas Day. If you are classical music afficionado, you can spend whole day in New York going from one free classical concert to another. If you love theater, then New York gives you an option to attend plays and musicals free of charge, or at deep discount. You just need to have information about it. And we are here to make that information available to you.
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The quality and quantity of
free events,
free things to do
that happen in New York City
every day of the year
is truly amazing.
So don't miss the opportunities
that only New York provides:
stop wondering what to do;
start taking advantage of
free events to go to,
free things to do in NYC
today!
The quality and quantity of
free events,
free things to do
that happen in New York City
every day of the year
is truly amazing.
So don't miss the opportunities
that only New York provides:
stop wondering what to do;
start taking advantage of
free events to go to,
free things to do in NYC
today!
45 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Saturday, December 6, 2025
All events are free unless otherwise noted.Editor's Picks
Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)
If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 am
Free
Free
Workshop | Rise and Shine Yoga: Morning Flow & Meditation (Online!)
Begin your day with guided meditation and a gentle yoga flow. This virtual class combines mindful movement and breathwork through a variety of poses to awaken your mind, body, and senses. Suitable for all levels, with modifications offered.
New York City, NY; NYC
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9:00 am
Free
Free
Park Walk | Local Paths and Parks Exploration
Get moving and connect with others in this morning walking program. Explore local paths and parks while enjoying the benefits of a physically active lifestyle.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free
Free
Concert | Mozart for Munchkins: Jingle Bell Swing
Get ready to jingle, jazz, and jam at Jingle Bell Swing! This interactive concert blends beloved winter classics with jazzy twists and favorite family tunes, creating a festive celebration that's fun for all ages. Mozart for Munchkins brings singing, dancing, and musical play as its talented musicians bring the season to life with vibrant melodies and toe-tapping rhythms. From swingin' snowy scenes to delightful surprises, this joyful experience is the perfect way to connect, celebrate, and make magical holiday memories together!
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free
Free
Museums | Jewish History: Centuries of Art
As one of the largest collections of art in Jewish culture globally, the venue features an extensive array of historical Jewish artifacts as well as modern and contemporary art.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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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11:00 am
Free
Free
Workshop | Learn To Play Dungeons & Dragons
If you've ever been curious about Dungeons & Dragons (a.k.a. D&D), or interested in learning more about tabletop gaming, then this is the program for you! Dice Goblins NYC, a group of TTRPG enthusiasts will teach attendees the basics of Dungeons & Dragons, answer questions, and help players build their first character sheet. Then, if time permits, attendees will also have the opportunity to take part in a brief, one-off campaign. This program is intended for beginners, but more seasoned players are also welcome to share the space! Ages 18+ only.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
Discussion | Live with the Fastest Human Calculators: Featuring a 14-Year-Old Guinness World Record Holder (Online!)
Join Dr. Arthur Benjamin for a conversation with two of the world’s fastest human calculators. Aaryan Shukla, the 14-year-old Guinness World Record–breaking mental math prodigy, appears alongside Sam Engel, the fastest mental calculator in the United States and founder of the Mental Calculation League. Hear how they discovered their talents, how they train, and what it’s like to perform mind-bending feats of calculation.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
Tour | Stories in the Making of Chinese American History
Explore the history of Chinese Americans from the 19th century to today in this guided tour led by a historical educator. Objects from the museum’s collection illuminate key themes, migrations, and community experiences presented in the core exhibition, With a Single Step: Stories in the Making of America. Note: Tour times are subject to change or cancellation.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:30 am
Free
Free
Park Walk | Discover the History & Design of One of New York's Most Unique Park
Hear the story behind New York City's park in the sky: an insider's perspective on the park's history, design, and landscape.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
Symposium | Exploring the Legacy of Theater Innovator Ping Chong: Archival Works
Join a full-day symposium celebrating the artistic legacy and archival work of pioneering theater artist Ping Chong. Featuring conversations, panels, artistic activations, and screenings of Chong’s work, the event explores his groundbreaking interdisciplinary practice, pedagogical influence, and ongoing impact on performance and community-centered art.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
Symposium | Illuminating How Ping Chong's Theatre Practices Transformed Performance
The symposium brings together artists, scholars, students, and the public for a day of conversation, panels, artistic activations, and celebration—illuminating how Ping Chong’s groundbreaking interdisciplinary practice as a theatre director has transformed the landscape of performance in America and beyond.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Hula Hoop Aerobics
Get ready for a fun, high-energy workout that fuses dance aerobics with hula hooping! Strengthen your core, improve coordination, and unleash your playful side in this lively fitness class. Hoops are available to borrow.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
Free
Free
Party | Holiday Parranda, Portraits & Family Artmaking
Enjoy an afternoon of community with a festive mix of activities: a pop-up holiday photo studio, hands-on arts and crafts, and a lively parranda (Puerto Rican Christmas caroling), beginning at 2 pm—a family-friendly celebration of creativity and seasonal cheer.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
Performance | Shadow and Object Theater Moving Show, Prologue Part III
Enjoy a performance of Double Image Theater Lab's moving show, Prologue PART III, featuring the distinctive visual language of shadow and object theater. Double Image Theater Lab, founded in 2011 by Spica Wobbe and Margot Fitzsimmons, uses puppetry to delve into themes through light, shadow, object manipulation and dance. Prologue PART III traces the interwoven journeys of five first-generation Chinese immigrant men who arrived in New York City between 1962 and 1990. Against the backdrop of the Cultural Revolution, the rise of overseas study, and the shadow of Tiananmen Square protest, each man sought a new beginning--whether for safety, education, opportunity, or simply to reunite with family. Through the distinctive visual language of shadow and object theater-- these deeply personal stories unfold on stage. The result is a moving tapestry of courage, determination and resilience, honoring those who forged new lives and opened doors for future generations.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
Concert | Sing-a-Long Festive Tunes with the NY Philharmonic
Get into the holiday spirit with this music event, a joyful, participatory sing-along of hymns and carols led by Members from the New York Philharmonic and members of The Unsung Collective. This festive gathering celebrates the power of community singing to spark joy, foster connection, and elevate wellbeing--highlighting how shared musical experiences can support mental health, bringing greater meaning to special times of the year.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
Concert | Winter World and Jazz Music Fest: Afro-Cuban Ensemble
Enjoy a vibrant concert from Columbia University's Afro-Cuban Ensemble, coached by Vince Cherico and Leo Traversa.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
Film | The Russians Are Coming, The Russians Are Coming (1966): Comedy Film
Spoof about a Soviet sub that runs aground off the coast of New England, where the locals get up in arms to protect their native soil, while the Russians try to find a way to extricate themselves and get back out to sea. Director: Norman Jewison Cast: Carl Reiner, Eva Marie Saint, Alan Arkin, Brian Keith, Jonathan Winters
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Film | Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown (1988): Spanish Absurdist Dark Comedy Film from Pedro Almodóvar
When Pepa Marcos' lover Ivan suddenly leaves her without any explanation, she embarks on a strange journey to discover why. On the way she meets a variety of eccentric characters, including Ivan's son from a previous relationship, his fiance Marissa, and her best friend Candela. It's a film noir take on the romantic comedy. Director: Pedro Almodóvar Cast: Carmen Maura, Antonio Banderas, Julieta Serrano Pedro Almodóva is a Spanish film director, screenwriter, and author. His films are known for their melodrama, irreverent humour, bold color, glossy décor, references to popular culture, and complex narratives. Desire, LGBTQ issues, passion, family, motherhood, and identity are among Almodóvar's most frequently explored subjects. As one of the most internationally successful Spanish filmmakers, Almodóvar and his films have developed a cult following. Almodóvar has received numerous accolades, including an Academy Award, two Golden Globe Awards, two Emmy Awards, five BAFTA Awards, and five Goya Awards. In Spanish 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
Classical Music | Chamber Music Festival Performances
Enjoy a weekend of stunning live performances! Enjoy beautiful music and talented musicians in an intimate setting.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Gallery Talk | Close Looking: Discovering a Medieval Work of Art
Slow down and explore a single artwork through guided observation and shared discussion. This session encourages thoughtful engagement with a medieval object and welcomes learners of all backgrounds. Stools are provided for comfort. Note: Space is limited; first-come, first-served.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Music on the Water: J.S. Bach's Sonatas for Violin & Piano
Hear selections from J.S. Bach's Sonatas for violin and piano, performed by violinist Mark Peskanov and pianist Rita Sloan.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Tour | Weekend Guided Museum Walk: Explore Art, History, and Collections
Join these guided tours every Friday and Saturday at 2 PM to explore a museum's history, special collections, and landmarked spaces. Led by educators, the tours last 45-60 minutes and provide an engaging introduction to the artworks and archives on view.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Performance | Shadow and Object Theater Moving Show, Prologue Part III
Enjoy a performance of Double Image Theater Lab's moving show, Prologue PART III, featuring the distinctive visual language of shadow and object theater. Double Image Theater Lab, founded in 2011 by Spica Wobbe and Margot Fitzsimmons, uses puppetry to delve into themes through light, shadow, object manipulation and dance. Prologue PART III traces the interwoven journeys of five first-generation Chinese immigrant men who arrived in New York City between 1962 and 1990. Against the backdrop of the Cultural Revolution, the rise of overseas study, and the shadow of Tiananmen Square protest, each man sought a new beginning--whether for safety, education, opportunity, or simply to reunite with family. Through the distinctive visual language of shadow and object theater-- these deeply personal stories unfold on stage. The result is a moving tapestry of courage, determination and resilience, honoring those who forged new lives and opened doors for future generations.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Chamber Music Festival Performances
Enjoy a weekend of stunning live performances! Enjoy beautiful music and talented musicians in an intimate setting.
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:30 pm
Free
Free
Jazz | Winter World and Jazz Music Fest: Jazz Ensemble I
Enjoy a concert performed by some of the Columbia University's Jazz Ensembles. There are a variety of jazz ensembles, both large and small, instrumental and vocal, that cover a wide range of musical styles.
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:30 pm
Free
Free
4:00 pm
Regular: $30
Member: $0
Regular: $30
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Classical Music | Weekend Serene Organ Meditations in Intimate Venue
Enjoy a program of hymns, anthems, and voluntaries for the organ.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free
Free
Party | Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration
Celebrate the magic of the season with a festive evening of live music, holiday crafts, and hot chocolate (while supplies last). Enjoy the glow of the annual tree lighting at 5:30 PM, surrounded by community cheer and winter warmth.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:30 pm
Free
Free
Opening Reception | Revisiting the Archive Through New Paintings & Sculpture
An exhibition highlighting Mary Frank’s newest paintings, collages, sculptures, and never-before-seen drawings. The works center on themes of recurrence, discovery, and reimagining her own archive. Early charcoal drawings from 1959 illuminate the evolution of her visual language, while recent works recombine fragments of past pieces to create forms that feel both familiar and mysterious. A conversation with the artist, led by writer Terry Tempest Williams, opens the event, followed by a reception.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:30 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Chamber Music Festival Performances
Enjoy a weekend of stunning live performances! Enjoy beautiful music and talented musicians in an intimate setting.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
Free
Free
Opening Reception | Multi-Artist Exhibition Offering Humanizing Perspective of Service: Where Have All the Flowers Gone?
The New School’s art collection is shown here in dialogue with contemporary artists who have served in the armed forces, a pairing that foregrounds perspectives rarely (if ever) granted visibility within contemporary art discourse. By placing the work of veterans of the armed forces in conversation with the artistic canon, Where Have All the Flowers Gone? offers a humanizing perspective on service that resists both heroic abstraction and easy condemnation. Instead, the exhibition reveals the grey areas where loyalty and doubt, service and conscience, coexist. From post-war Europe to contemporary America, this selection of work unearths shared ground beneath those who have worn the uniform and those who have observed from without. In this collaboration, uncomplicated boundaries between consent and dissent are broken, making space for nuance and a shared need for purpose, belonging, protection and survival.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Jazz | Winter World and Jazz Music Fest: Jazz Ensemble II
Enjoy a concert performed by some of the Columbia University's Jazz Ensembles. There are a variety of jazz ensembles, both large and small, instrumental and vocal, that cover a wide range of musical styles.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Staged Reading | White Girls Gang – A Satirical Spin on Guilt and Power
White Girls Gang, written by Rianna Simons, reimagines Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf inside a book club made up entirely of young white women. A sharp, high-octane satire of white guilt and performative allyship, this provocative new drama dives deep into privilege, irony, and the absurdities of self-awareness.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free
Free
Play | Annual Short Play Festival: Night 4
Enjoy a series of short plays featuring actors who are matched at random! The plays are loosely inspired by the prompt “tomorrow.” Tonight's program:
TBD by Thalia Sablon with Nate James Shelton* and Ben Sumrall*
A Pint and a Plan by Liz Amberly with Christine Powers and Jody Prusan*
U Gud? by M. D. Schaffer and Ginaury Vásquez with Aja Downing*
TBD by Daniel Holzman with Emily Zacharias* and Joseph Franchini*
Dumpster Jam and Other Renewable Things by Erika Phoebus with Leslie Kincaid* and Sharahya Carter
Please Talk Me Out of This by C.S. Hanson with Wende O'Reilly and Margo Hammond*
Tomorrow and Today Seem Like Yesterday by Seth Bauer with Charles E. Gerber* and Emma Mueller
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
$5, tickets required
$5, tickets required
Workshop | Friday Evening Gentle Yoga (Online!)
Start your weekend with a 60-minute gentle yoga class designed to improve flexibility, release tension, and energize the body. Perfect for all levels, this low-impact practice offers a relaxing yet invigorating way to transition into your weekend.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free
Free
Concert | Jazz, Neo-Soul, & Samba with Harlem Farr
Performing on stage is Harlem Farr, also known as 'hrlum,' a 25-year-old multi-instrumentalist and songwriter. With dual bachelor's degrees in music theory/composition and Spanish, and mastery of guitar and electric bass, she brings a richly textured artistry to every performance. Her sound, shaped by jazz, neo-soul, and samba, glows with experimental vocal layers and a dreamlike, cosmic touch. Through her work, Harlem weaves messages of peace, harmony, self-encouragement, and love, inviting listeners into a space that feels both deeply personal and expansively universal.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free
Free
Concert | Tribute Concert Honoring The Queen of Salsa, Celia Cruz
Enjoy a vibrant live tribute to an icon of Salsa, featuring performances of Celia Cruz’s hit songs. Led by Grammy-nominated pianist, vocalist, and arranger Ariacne Trujillo, the band brings electrifying musicianship rooted in Cuban traditions, jazz mastery, and over two decades of New York performance experience.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free
Free
Performance | Broadway Musicians Perform Selections from a New Fairytale Musical
Composer, lyricist, and performer Miranda Ferriss Jones invites audiences behind the curtain of her new musical, The Precipice, a dark original fairytale about two girls from opposite worlds whose friendship becomes the greatest threat to an oppressive society. In this intimate salon-style evening, Jones will perform selections from The Precipice with a small band of Broadway's finest musicians, joined by guest stars from her Collective--including artists such as Lorna Courtney, Nasia Thomas, and Eleri Ward. Get the rare chance to hear Jones sing her own songs, share the stories behind them, and invite the audience into the creative process of building a new musical. The Precipice tells the story of Iris and Polly, daughters of the Goddess of Dreams, Lady Midnight. Sent to Earth to inspire a broken society, Polly embodies the dark side of the moon and Iris the light. Separated and raised under vastly different circumstances, the sisters reunite as teenagers and must fight to preserve their identities and their bond in a world determined to stifle them. The show asks the urgent question: "What will you do when they come for your wildness?" 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
Free
Free
Classical Music | Contemporary Cello Works (In Person AND Online!)
Tommy Mesa, cello, performs a series of contemporary pieces in line with the theme of isolation. Program: Andrea Casarrubios (1988-) SEVEN for solo cello Carlos Simon (1986-) Silence Stephanie Ann Boyd (1990-) Alleluia Olora Quenton Blache Net Kevin Day (1996-) Cello Sonata No. 1
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
Free
Free
Dance Performance | Well-known NYC Dance Company Performance
Second Avenue Dance Company members perform their December concert.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
Free
Free
8:00 pm
Regular: $43
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Regular: $43
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8:00 pm
Regular: $33
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Regular: $33
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8:00 pm
Regular: $22
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