Looking for something interesting and FREE or cheap to do in NYC this first weekend of Autumn? Where to begin. Enjoy the annual West Indian steel drum music festival Panology and dozens of Climate Week NYC events, virtually, visit in person the list of NYC museums and attractions which have reopened, there are outdoor movies at Flushing Meadow Corona Park, and more than … [Read more...] about 50 Free, Cheap & Virtual Things to Do This Weekend Sept. 25-27
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NYC Update: What’s Open, Cancelled, Postponed
Top News in NYC & Tri-State Update Sept. 24 The world's largest New Year's Eve party, in Times Square, will be virtual. The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade also will be virtual. The Metropolitan Opera has cancelled its 2020/21 season. Indoor dining resumes in NYC on Sept. 30, with restaurants limited to 25% capacity. Outdoor dining continues. Now the … [Read more...] about NYC Update: What’s Open, Cancelled, Postponed
Broadway Bares Musical Streaming on August 1st
The strip-tease musical Broadway Bares is streaming on August 1st as a fund-raiser for the important work of the Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS program. Broadway Bares: Zoom In is the virtual version, including new performances that make social distancing sexy, plus favorite numbers from years past and new appearances by special celebrity guests, according to the Broadway … [Read more...] about Broadway Bares Musical Streaming on August 1st
Tribeca Drive-in Movies at Orchard Beach
The Tribeca Drive-in FREE summer outdoor movie series has moved from theater-like seating downtown to Orchard Beach, where it's a traditional vehicle-based drive-in. Films are being shown each weekend, Thursday through Sunday, through August 2nd, and are a combination of family favorites and new releases from independent filmmakers, such as would be shown at the Tribeca Film … [Read more...] about Tribeca Drive-in Movies at Orchard Beach
ICYMI: News You Missed in June
ICYMI – Here is our monthly recap of recent NYC news you might have missed during the last few weeks. As usual, our list is is a mix of good news and bad, with a combination of real estate, transportation, entertainment and shopping news. We always identify our sources, too. No fake news, sarcasm, leaks, collusion, quid pro quo, temper tantrums or witch hunts on … [Read more...] about ICYMI: News You Missed in June
Ballet Hispanico Virtual Night of Dance and Unity
Join Ballet Hispánico for Noche Unidos, a special virtual dance performance that is part of the dance company's 50th anniversary celebrations. The event includes world premiere performances and appearances by top names in music, dance and arts, including Lin-Manuel Miranda, Gloria Estefan, Rita Moreno. There are ten virtual world premiere performances featuring Ballet … [Read more...] about Ballet Hispanico Virtual Night of Dance and Unity
SummerStage FREE Juneteenth Virtual Day of Dance
Dance your way through Juneteenth on Friday, June 19, with a FREE day of virtual dance performances and panel discussions about dance. SummerStage Anywhere digital series is honoring the 155th Anniversary of Juneteenth, the national commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States, with a free digital day of dance starting at noon Friday, June 19, and available after … [Read more...] about SummerStage FREE Juneteenth Virtual Day of Dance
Hamilton Streams on Disney Plus Beginning July 3
The eagerly-awaited film version of the blockbuster Broadway show Hamilton will stream on Disney Plus beginning July 3. Be in the Room Where it Happens with the original Broadway cast in a live capture of one of their stage performances, with additional recording features that take viewers up close into "the room where it happens." Original Broadway cast members appearing … [Read more...] about Hamilton Streams on Disney Plus Beginning July 3
Guitar Legend Joe Bonamassa Virtual Concert
Join guitar legend Joe Bonamassa in a FREE live stream performance that is a fund-raiser to assist touring musicians currently not able to earn a living. The live stream event supports the non-profit organization Keeping the Blues Alive, and is sponsored jointly by the Fender guitar company and Volkswagen. Joe Bonamassa, a prodigy who opened for B.B. King at the age of … [Read more...] about Guitar Legend Joe Bonamassa Virtual Concert
Stay at Home Virtual Events May 11-17
Once again this week, we stay-at-homes have many choices for FREE virtual Broadway shows, opera, concerts, panel discussions, celebrities reading children's books and a celebrity-filled fund-raiser to benefit NY's hero front-line workers. Grab your favorite beverage and snack and settle in for these virtual events on the calendar this week Even though these virtual events … [Read more...] about Stay at Home Virtual Events May 11-17
