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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on June 5, 2014?

47 free events take place on Thursday, 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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47 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Thursday, June 5, 2014

All events are free unless otherwise noted.

Editor's Picks

free events nyc Dandy Wellington and His Band
free events nyc Czech Film: Milan Cieslar's Colette (2013)
free events nyc Kate Davis, Jazz Singer-Songwriter and Bassist
free events nyc Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing, with Tony Award Nominee Lily Rabe
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Workshop | Morning Crunch Fitness


The Crunch Gym will be holding FREE fitness classes. Schedule: Mondays: Yoga, Sunrise Salutations Tuesdays: Breakfast Bootcamp w/ Personal Trainers Wednesdays: Wellness Wednesday with a Yoga/Pilate’s fusion Thursdays: Throwback Thursdays w/ Retro-Robics Fridays: Zumba or Dance classes
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 am
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Concert | Pharrell, Red-Hot Singer-Songwriter-Producer


The Virginia-born Pharrell has been ubiquitous the last year, singing lead on Daft Punk's hit "Get Lucky" and taking his own "Happy" all the way to number one. Attendees are advised to arrive early.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 am
Free

Workshop | Park Tai Chi


Tai Chi and Eternal Spring are instructed by members of the Tai Chi Chuan Center for all ages and experience levels. Classes are rain or shine.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 am
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Workshop | Chess, Checkers and Board Games


Stop by to play some brain games like chess, checkers, and other board games. All ages.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Tour | Midtown Manhattan Tour


Arguably the world's most valuable, busiest and most crowded pieces of real estate, Midtown Manhattan is what most visitors think of when they think of New York City. Home to some of the city's most iconic architecture, from Gothic to Post-Modern and from Beaux-Arts to Art Deco (lots of Art Deco). it's not difficult to understand why. But just behind the massive facades, lie facinating histories just waiting to be unveiled.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Tour | SoHo, Little Italy & Chinatown Tour


You've seen the iconic skyscrapers, attended a Broadway show, visited Lady Liberty and relaxed in Central Park. Looking for a little more of the Big Apple? Maybe it's time to visit some of Manhattan's oldest and most enchanting historic districts. Take a relaxing stroll through SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown.
   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
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Workshop | Board Game Social


Join an all-new weekly Game Social to meet up with like-minded players interested in the same games as you. The Board Game Social features games in their classic form with a board, special pieces and a little bit of competition. Try classics like Sorry, Clue, Monopoly, or Life.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Workshop | Juggle This! Festival


Juggle This! is New York City's 12th Annual Juggling Festival. 12:00pm - 4:00pm: Lessons Test your coordination and dexterity with free juggling lessons. All skill levels are welcome to join in the fun. Equipment is provided. 4:00pm - 5:00pm: Performance Watch juggling masters on the Park stage. This performance kicks off the four-day Juggle This! festival weekend.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Park Walk | Mid-Park Welcome Tour


Explore the Park’s central features including the Lake and Ramble woodland, then marvel at the views from Belvedere Castle. Route involves many hills, stairs, and uneven paths. 45 minutes.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Tour | New York Skyline Photography Tour


Get your New York City Skyline pictures on the New York Skyline Photo Tour and explore Long Island City at the same time.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Poetry Reading | 3 poets read their work


With: Charlotte Mandel, Rachel Hadas, Colette Inez.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Concert | Piano in the Park: Terry Waldo


Ragtime expert & stride pianist, Terry Waldo is the protege of the late Eubie Blake. He has produced over 40 albums and written the definitive book on ragtime, This is Ragtime - republished recently by Jazz At Lincoln Center with a new introduction by Wynton Marsalis. His 26-part radio series with the same title, produced for National Public Radio, fueled the 1970's ragtime revival.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Jazz | The Sounds of Summer: The Dave Baron Trio


Join musicians from The Juilliard School for an afternoon of “cool” music to compliment the warm summer days. The ensembles will perform upbeat standards and unique arrangements for jazz trio that are guaranteed to energize and excite.
   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.
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1:00 pm
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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: 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Gallery Talk | Gallery Tour: Self-Taught Genius


What is a self-taught genius? Stacy C. Hollander, deputy director for curatorial affairs, chief curator, and director of exhibitions, will discuss the vision behind Self-Taught Genius and share new discoveries about select artworks in the exhibition.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Concert | Skid Rococo: From Pastoral Idylls to Hangovers


From Pastoral Idylls to Hangovers explores late Rococo music from France and Sweden. The Greek and Nordic goddesses of Love and the god of wine were at the center of Carl Bellman's sublime and subversive poetry and his cult of Bacchus. Performers: Brett Umlauf, soprano Daniel Swenberg, Baroque guitar & Baroque lute Leah Nelson, Baroque violin Anneke Schaul-Yoder, Baroque cello
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:15 pm
$10 suggested donation

Tour | 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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Film | Robert Z. Leonard's Oscar Winner Pride and Prejudice (1940): Stellar Austen Adaptation


Starring Greer Garson, Laurence Olivier, Edward Ashley. An opinionated young lady on the early 19th century wins herself a rich husband she had at first despised for his pride.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Dance Performance | Contemporary Ballet Rehearsal: Orbo Novo


Come and go as you please, view the live rehearsal, ask questions, and chat with dancers and staff as they prepare for their mid-June season at BAM.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Tour | Brooklyn Heights Tour


Known as America's first suburb, Brooklyn Heights is truly a gem. Travel and Leisure named it one of America's top 10 most beautiful neighborhoods, and its beauty is rivaled only by its place in American history. These quaint, tree-lined streets have been the sites of Revolutionary War battles, abolitionist activism and have inspired numerous novelists. Visit a stop on the Underground Railroad, or the home of Truman Capote, where he penned Breakfast at Tiffany's and where Jackie Robinson signed with the Dodgers.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Jazz | Dandy Wellington and His Band


Inspired by the Big Band Era of Jazz, Dandy Wellington and his Band have taken the sounds of the 1930’s and 40’s and created a world of well dressed music. With a passion for obscure songs steeped in the Jazz tradition, Dandy Wellington has assembled a catalog of music that invokes an atmosphere of class. From the golden age of cinema, to the bounce of New Orleans, each song is hand selected and played to perfection by a band cut from the cloth of elegance.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:00 pm
Free

Opening Reception | Group Exhibition: Birds


More than 15 artists display their work, including David Eichenberg, Alex McQuilkin and Simen Johan.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Film | Jim Goddard's Shanghai Surprise (1986): Opium in Movie Form


With Sean Penn, Madonna, Paul Freeman. A fortune hunter and a missionary nurse team up on a quest for stolen opium. Problems arise when others are looking for it also. 97 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Opening Reception | Painting and Sculpture: Eddie Martinez's Neanderthal Jeans


Martinez presents new paintings and sculptures including his first bronze pieces as well as found object assemblages. While his focus to date has been exclusively two-dimensional, his sculptures have a visual echoalia connecting the two.
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6:00 pm
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Workshop | Park Yoga


Downward dog under the trees with YogaWorks instructor Heather Seagraves, whose classes are spirited and dynamic, fun and strenghtening. Mats are provided by Athleta.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Author Reading | Ron Weisner reads from his book Listen Out Loud


Ron Weisner worked alongside Madonna, Paul McCartney, Bill Withers and Michael Jackson. Tonight he talks about his storied life and reads from his book.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Slide Lecture | Bob Brier discusses his book Egyptomania: Our Three Thousand Year Obsession with the Land of the Pharaohs


This illustrated lecture talks about why we are so fascinated with ancient Egypt and then describes the events that fanned the flames of Egyptomania: Napoleon’s Egyptian Campaign, The opening of the Suez Canal, and Paris, London and New York bringing obelisks to their shores. Perhaps the greatest boost to Egyptomania was Howard Carter’s discovery of the intact tomb of Tutankhamen, but the frenzy didn’t stop with the discovery. Later, in the 1970s, traveling exhibitions of the boy-king’s treasures kept the momentum going.
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6:30 pm
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Workshop | Central Park Circuit Workout


Reach your fitness goals in the world’s most beautiful outdoor gym – Central Park! Get fit with innovative exercises designed by top trainers to utilize the Park’s best natural features: rocks, trails, stairs, hills, and gorgeous open lawns. A variety of in-Park classes will help you to maximize your strength and agility, as well as increase flexibility and muscle tone. Ages 18+.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Concert | Classical Stars of Tomorrow


Students from Mannes College The New School for Music play classical music.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Theater | Outdoor Theater: Shakespeare's King John


Hudson Warehouse presents its annual Shakespeare production. King John is betrayed by his nephew, Arthur, who, backed by the French King, is leading a rebellion. John is also attacked by The Pope who excommunicates him in support of the French King. King John orders Arthur's execution. It's not carried out, but Arthur dies an accidental death sealing the fate of King John.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Tour | Bushwick Graffiti and Street Art Tour


New York City is a mecca for graffiti and street art, making it a very attractive playground for artists from around the world. Bushwick, in a working class district on the north side of Brooklyn adjacent to Williamsburg, has been attracting artists for some time now. The neighborhood has a fair collection of art studios and galleries, but it’s Bushwick’s industrial landscape that’s attracting the street artist. If you came looking for 1960′s Greenwich Village, you’ll find something brewing in Bushwick.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Film | Czech Film: Milan Cieslar's Colette (2013)


A dramatic story of young lovers Colette and Vili, played by Clemence Thioly and Jiri Madl, who meet while imprisoned in a Nazi concentration camp. This love story, based on the novel by Pulitzer Prize nominee Arnošt Lustig, is inspired by the author’s personal experience in Auschwitz. 126 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 pm
Free

Author Reading | Khaled Hosseini, author of The Kite Runner, discusses his book And the Mountains Echoed


An unforgettable novel about finding a lost piece of yourself in someone else.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 pm
Free

Talk | NYC Bouldering


Join Gaz Leah for a night centered on bouldering in New York City. Gaz will talk about his guide book - NYC Bouldering Guide - and the best places to climb within the 5 boroughs!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Discussion | NYC Hiking Discussion


Ever feel like you need some fresh air? Well, come by and get some suggestions on where to hike in the greater metro area. They'll cover the Palisades Interstate Park, Harriman State Park, Fire Island National Seashore and others - all accessible by mass transit. This hour-long event will be led by Avi David Edelson, owner at Traverse.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Author Reading | Peter Rhee reads from his book Trauma Red: The Making of a Surgeon in War and in America's Cities


Dr. Peter Rhee, a world renowned trauma surgeon, helped save Congresswoman Gabby Giffords and countless other victims of violence, both at home and in Iraq and Afghanistan as a US Navy surgeon. His memoir weaves tales and lessons from both fronts.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Theater | Shakespeare's As You Like It: An Outdoor Performance


New York Classical Theatre creates and reinvigorates audiences for the theatre by presenting free and accessible productions of popular classics and forgotten masterpieces in non-traditional public spaces throughout New York City.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Author Reading | Suzanna Danuta Walters reads from her book The Tolerance Trap: How God, Genes, and Good Intentions are Sabotaging Gay Equality


From Glee to gay marriage, from lesbian senators to out gay Marines, we have undoubtedly experienced a seismic shift in attitudes about gays in American politics and culture. Our reigning national story is that a new era of rainbow acceptance is at hand. But dig a bit deeper, and this seemingly brave new gay world is disappointing.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Author Reading | The Minimalists discuss their book Everything That Remains


Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus, better known as The Minimalists, discuss their philosophy and their new book.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Screening | H.E.F.F. on 95: The 2014 Haverhill Experimental Film Festival


A curatorial venture down Interstate 95 showcasing the winning films of the 2014 Haverhill Experimental Film Festival. This endeavor gives the opportunity for filmmakers to screen their artwork in multiple venues hitting major stops that include Manhattan, Brooklyn, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Richmond, and ending in Durham, North Carolina. The roughly 1.5 hour program will feature contemporary work in avant-garde cinema at a national and international level. It will highlight various films from abstract home VHS distortion flicks to 16mm direct animation works to experimental documentaries. This tour and festival itself hope to extinguish the Hollywood standard of the moving image by showing major cities an idea of what this art form can accomplish: a true, purer method of capturing reality.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Jazz | Kate Davis, Jazz Singer-Songwriter and Bassist


Talented singer-songwriter and bassist Kate Davis has performed in venues ranging from the Kennedy Center to the Blue Note Jazz Club and Rockwood Music Hall. Beginning with piano and violin at a young age, Davis’s artistic range as a jazz musician, singer, and songwriter has been recognized with awards and scholarships for performing, writing, and arts advocacy.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:30 pm
Free

Park Walk | The Dark Side of the High Line Tour


The skeletal remains of the High Line’s elevated tracks set the perfect scene for a spooky evening. Join a journey to the creepier side of New York City’s most unique park. On this tour you’ll hear tales of the strange eccentric who lived below the tracks and saved them from demise, the curse of a West Side Cowboy who fell to his death from the elevated track, and the children who haunt the street formerly known as Death Avenue. If the moon hangs right perhaps you’ll witness the spectacle of a ghostly ship floating down the Hudson River; is it the long forgotten crew of Henry Hudson’s Half-Moon warning sailors not to go to sea? Or is it Captain Kidd protecting the treasure he buried on Liberty Island? Venture at your own risk through the dark side of High Line.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Tour | Manhattan Night Tour


New York is a skyscraper city and there is no better time to view Manhattan’s icons than after the sun sets and the lights go on. Fueled by competition and a dash of audacity, New York City is still producing one of mankind’s most remarkable skyline. NOTE: THIS TOUR SPENDS MUCH TIME INDOORS OR IN SUBWAYS AND GREAT FOR ALL WEATHER CONDITIONS.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Theater | Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing, with Tony Award Nominee Lily Rabe


Hamish Linklater and Lily Rabe return as the wise-cracking, would-be lovers Beatrice and Benedick in this beloved romantic comedy. The park becomes sun-drenched Sicily at the turn of the last century, where the heat of summer ignites the fevered passions of lovesick ladies in corsets and pining gentlemen spying from the verandah.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
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Concert | The New York Scandia Symphony presents Sounds of Scandanavia


Program: Frank Foerster Suite of Scandinavian Folk Melodies Ture Rangstrom Fiddler's Spring (U.S. Premiere) Jesper Nordin Concertino for Trumpet and Strings (World Premiere) Andrew Ackers Arctic Snows (U.S. Premiere) Asger Hamerik Symphony No. 6 The New York Scandia Symphony, under the baton of Music Director Dorrit Matson, presents "Sounds of Scandinavia," a concert of music by Scandinavian composers.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
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