Exciting Events Around New York: August 2024
AMATEUR NIGHT AT THE APOLLO: SEASON OPENER
Wednesday, August 21st at 7:30pm
Location: Apollo’s Historic Theater
Tickets: start at $20.45
A new season of Apollo’s signature series returns! Known as one of New York’s most popular live entertainment experiences, Amateur Night at The Apollo attracts performers and audiences from around the world in a classic talent competition that has launched the careers of countless legendary artists, from Ella Fitzgerald, Luther Vandross, Lauryn Hill, H.E.R, Machine Gun Kelly, Jazmine Sullivan and more.
Join the fun with the weekly classic competition that sheds light on the careers of a whole new roster of stars. Be a part of the notoriously “tough” audience in an interactive evening unlike any other and lend your voice to decide who will “Be Good or Be Gone!” to win the triumphant grand prize.
Amateur Night at The Apollo sponsored by Coca-Cola, is hosted by the comedian Capone. Each show begins with a festive pre-party featuring video and music by DJ Jess and Set It Off Man Greginald Spencer. Keep a lookout for C.P. Lacey, the resident Executioner who sweeps bad talent off the stage!
MACHEL MONTANO
Friday, August 30th through Sunday, September 1st
Location: Apollo’s Historic Theater
Tickets: start at $85
This Labor Day Weekend, The King of Soca, Machel Montano brings Carnival to Harlem! Bring your friends, family, and loved ones for the ultimate celebration of music, culture, and community.
From his chart-topping hits to his infectious energy, Machel Montano knows how to throw a party like no other. Join The Apollo for the hottest celebration of music, culture, and community with those you love this Labor Day weekend.
Asian American International Film Festival: Opening Screening and Reception
Nobuko Miyamoto: A Song in Movement
Thursday, August 1st from 6:00pm to 10:30pm
Tickets: $70 (Opening Screening and Reception)
Join us to celebrate forty-seven years of Asian American cinematic programming, in partnership with Asian CineVision. We’re pleased to host the opening night of this year’s Asian American International Film Festival with an impactful and poignant opening screening, followed by a performance, Q-and-A, and reception.
With opening film Nobuko Miyamoto: A Song in Movement, filmmakers Tadashi Nakamura and Quyên Nguyen-Le deftly explore Nobuko Joanne Miyamoto’s decades of groundbreaking cultural work that has united communities, set the bar for Asian American storytelling, and encapsulates this year’s theme of memory, reconnection and vibrant Asian American community. Singer, dancer, and long-time activist of the AAPI community Nobuko Miyamoto rounds off the fifty-five minute film with a live performance, accompanied by Derek Nakamoto. There will then be a Q&A with Nobuko Miyamoto and filmmakers Tadashi Nakamura and Quyên Nguyen-Le. The film, performance and panel make for rich grounds for conversation at our light reception afterwards.
FIRST SATURDAYS
Saturday, August 3rd from 5:00pm to 10:00pm
Celebrate the dynamic cultures and traditions across the Caribbean with an evening of music, poetry, and film.
This program is free; registration is required and includes Museum general admission.
Summer Jazz: Rachiim Ausar-Sahu and Jazz/Espiritu
Sunday, August 25th from 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Location: Lobby, 1st Floor (rain location: Auditorium, 3rd Floor)
Tickets: Free and open to the public
Stop by the Museum’s lobby for performances by some of the city’s best jazz musicians. In August, enjoy an afternoon of spiritual jazz in the tradition of honored musical elders and ancestors. Led by acclaimed bassist and composer Rachiim Ausar-Sahu, a Brooklyn native, the Jazz/Espiritu ensemble features drummer Will Calhoun, percussionist Chief Baba Neil Clarke, keyboardist Brandon McCune, multi-reedist Irwin Hall, and vibraphonist Bryan Carrott. Presented in partnership with Jazz Foundation of America.
Concert on the Lawn
Ollabelle
Presented in Collaboration with City Winery
Friday, August 9th at 7:00pm
Tickets: $39
What once began as a collective of musicians gathering on the Lower East Side of New York City now enters 2024 as a supergroup. Glenn Patscha (Bonnie Raitt), Byron Isaacs (The Lumineers), Tony Leone (Little Feat), Fiona McBain (The Nine Seas), and Amy Helm (solo artist) reunite to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their first album. Their music is joyful, accessible, and exhilarating, a perfect evening at Caramoor! Come hear how they take early American gospel, folk, and mountain music and drag it into the future with the utmost respect and abandon.
Concert on the Lawn:
Mokoomba
Friday, August 16th at 7:00pm
Tickets: $39
Get ready to be captivated by Mokoomba, the sensational six-piece band hailing from Zimbabwe. With their Afrofusion sound blending traditional rhythms and contemporary Zamrock, Mokoomba is a musical force that has gained global acclaim since their groundbreaking album Rising Tide in 2012. With songs from their latest album TUSONA and led by the mesmerizing vocals of Mathias Muzaza, this concert promises a night of electrifying beats, driving rhythms, and unmatched harmonies that will keep you dancing on our open field. Don’t miss out on the party as Mokoomba takes you on a musical journey from Zimbabwe, across Africa, and beyond.
TED NASH BIG BAND: JAZZ MEETS POP
Monday, August 5th
Tickets: start at $25
Dizzy’s Club proudly presents Ted Nash’s bi-monthly residency featuring his hard swinging big band. Known for his boundless creativity as an arranger and performer, Nash leads multiple innovative projects while touring as a core member of the JLCO. His residency continues with Jazz Meets Pop, bonding pivotal film scores, musical theater selections, and iconic pop bands with “the improvisational spirit and sophistication of jazz.” Expect an evening of brilliant interactivity and a thrilling sense of spontaneity.
BRUCE HARRIS SEXTET: BYRD IN FLIGHT
Friday, August 23rd through Sunday, August 25th
Tickets: start at $25
Join Bruce Harris, one of New York’s most versatile and compelling trumpet masters, for a celebratory evening in tribute to a true icon of the instrument: Donald Byrd. Through rhythmic sophistication, harmonic depth, and plenty of searing solos, Harris and his fellow artists honor the breadth of Byrd’s artistry, which includes a purely hard bop sensibility and a penchant for pursuing exploratory sounds and textures. Don’t miss this three-night event that features Chris Lewis, Jason Marshall, Tyler Bullock, Jayla Chee, and Chris Beck, and offers a compelling experience for every listener.
First Friday
Friday, August 2nd from 10:00am to 9:00pm
Tickets: FREE!
Join Poster House on the First Friday of every month for free admission and extended hours! Explore the museum’s latest exhibitions and get in on the fun by attending a tour, workshop, performance, or activity throughout the day. Every First Friday is different, offering unique opportunities to engage with rotating exhibitions and the permanent collection.
1-7pm: Hand Lettering on Walls Drop-In Activity
1-3pm: Bad Boys II Movie Screening
2pm: NYC Travel Poster Collage Workshop
6:30pm: Glo in the City Live Comedy Show
Posters & Cocktails LIVE!
Wednesday, August 21st from 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Tickets: $45
Poster House is thrilled to host the second installation of Posters & Cocktails LIVE, a tribute to New York City.
Join Nicholas Lowry of Swann Auctions Galleries, Don Spiro of the Green Fairy Society, and our very own Chief Curator & Director of Content, Angelina Lippert, for a night of high-proof entertainment surrounded by the best of New York City’s historic advertising.
The evening will switch between specialty travel-themed cocktails and the witty reparté of Nicho and Angelina as they highlight New York travel posters featuring ships, trains, and planes all headed to the Big Apple. Prepare for the wildest night at a museum you’ll ever have, with louche laughs and art historical amusements.
Ticket prices include three custom-made cocktails.
Marvelous Mints Wellness Workshop
Sunday, August 4th from 11:00am to 1:00pm
Location: On the Grounds, Toscanini
Tickets: $60; including admission to the grounds. Wave Hill members save 10%
The mint family contains some of our most popular garden plants, and most important medicines. With over 6,000 different species, this plant family has an impressive presence in our daily lives. Move beyond peppermint and lavender as we get to know some of our native wild mint family herbs, their unique personalities and delicious ways to use them in food, skincare and medicinal preparations. Tastings, recipes and a potted mint plant included, plus one remedy made in class for use at home.
Roger Ferney-Cortés: Johny Paleta in the Garden
Saturday, August 10th from 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Location: Meet in front of Glyndor Gallery
Tickets: Free with admission to the grounds
Roger Ferney-Cortés invokes the iconic “paletero” street cart vendor of popsicles and ice cream in his interactive mobile sculpture, Johny Paleta. Fabricated to scale on wheels, the sculpture is composed of a retractable mirrored infinity cube visible through a series of apertures shaped after flora found at Wave Hill. Visitors are invited to peer into a microcosm that reflects and refracts their faces and bodies, the environment and light, capturing a fleeting moment in the garden. On Sat, Jul 20 at 3PM and on Sat, Aug 10 at 1PM, Johny Paleta will traverse the grounds of Wave Hill, offering a playful and interactive artwork that reflects the beauty of visitors and their communities, and serves as an homage to the street vendor culture of immigrant communities in the Bronx and beyond. Organized as part of the exhibition Roger Ferney-Cortés: Johny Paleta, on view in the Sunroom Project Space through Sun, Aug 11.
CITYPICKLE AT WOLLMAN RINK
Open Daily from 8:00am to 9:00pm
Court rentals, clinics, open play, special events…we have you covered.
We welcome all levels, from beginners to elite players.
Come play on our 14 courts, the largest pickleball offering in the Northeast!
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