EXCITING EVENTS AROUND NEW YORK: JANUARY 2023
By Great Performances
Explore Great Music, Art and More at Our Partner Venues This Month!
ONEUS
Thursday, January 12th at 7:30pm
Location: Apollo’s Historic Theater
Tickets: start at $79
With another chapter of alluring performances, K-Pop group ONEUS is back in New York through ONEUS 1ST WORLD TOUR ‘REACH FOR US’.
This marks ONEUS’ third tour in the US, and the boy group is back again to greet fans with compelling live performances and their music that is impossible to forget.
UPTOWN HALL:
MLK- BLUEPRINT FOR THE CULTURE
Sunday, January 15th at 3:00pm
Location: Apollo’s Historic Theater
Tickets: Free with RSVP
PRESENTED BY WNYC & THE APOLLO
The 17th annual Apollo Uptown Hall MLK celebration focuses on Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the Civil Rights Movement of the 60’s as the template for modern social and civil justice movements. This year, we celebrate young people impacting society through activism, engagement, and a commitment to justice.
The Apollo has a decades-long tradition of serving as a convener for local community residents as well as people from across New York City. That tradition continues as the Apollo partners with WNYC in our annual celebration of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his enduring legacy on the culture. WNYC’s Notes from America host, Kai Wright moderates the first hour of this year’s celebration followed by music, spoken word and other forms of creative expressions with WQXR’s Terrance McKnight.
Following the in person program, Celebrate MLK’s National Day of Service with an inspiring panel on the Apollo Digital Stage featuring a discussion on the pivotal role of young voices affecting change within their communities, curated by the Apollo Young Producers.
MA$E, CAM’RON AND JADAKISS
LIVE AT THE APOLLO
Saturday, January 28th at 8:00pm
Location: Apollo’s Historic Theater
Tickets: start at $55
New York legends and multi-platinum selling artists Ma$e, Cam’ron and Jadakiss heat up the Apollo’s iconic stage in this explosive one-night-only concert featuring classic hits such as “What You Want”, “Time’s Up”, “Oh Boy” and their new single, “G.L.H. (Gorilla, Lion, Hyena)”!
Ma$e, Cam’ron and Jadakiss Live at the Apollo is a continuation of the Apollo’s 2022-2023 season, The Next Movement, an exploration of what’s new, now and next in music, dance, art and ideas.
ARE WE NOT DRAWN ONWARD TO NEW ERA
Wednesday, January 4th through Sunday, January 8th
Location: BAM Fisher, Fishman Space
Tickets: start at $45
US PREMIERE
PRESENTED BY BAM IN ASSOCIATION WITH THE PUBLIC THEATER’S UNDER THE RADAR FESTIVAL
ONTROEREND GOED
DIRECTED BY ALEXANDER DEVRIENDT
You can’t put toothpaste back in the tube. You can’t remake a shattered vase. Or undo the damage that humans have inflicted on the earth. But what if you could—in just one night?
Belgian theater collective Ontroerend Goed traffic in the unpredictable. Like its title, Are we not drawn onward to new erA unfolds as a palindrome. Careening between a riot of destruction and otherworldly healing, this striking theatrical masterwork comes to BAM and Under the Radar for its US premiere, offering an impossible chance to turn back the clock.
THE 37TH ANNUAL BROOKLYN TRUBUTE TO DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.
Monday, January 16th at 10:00am
Location: Peter Jay Sharp Building, BAM Howard Gilman Opera House
Tickets: FREE
PRESENTED BY BAM AND THE OFFICE OF THE BROOKLYN BOROUGH PRESIDENT ANTONIO REYNOSO
Join us at BAM or via livestream for this beloved Brooklyn tradition, which rings in a new year with music, performances, and an urgent and timely call to action—Defending Democracy—led by keynote speaker Sherrilyn Ifill. The civil rights lawyer and former President and Director-Counsel of LDF (NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund) was one of TIME magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in the world in 2021.
BAM’s annual tribute to Dr. King encourages us to continue in his radical spirit, relentlessly defending true justice for all, and repairing injustices.
(Photo: Kolin Mendez Photography)
POP-UP PERFORMANCE: BROOKLYN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Sunday, January 15th, 2:00–3:00pm and 3:15–4:15pm
Location: Martha A. and Robert S. Rubin Pavilion, 1st Floor
Tickets: Free with Museum Admission
Drop by to hear music performed by members of the Brooklyn Symphony Orchestra, the Museum’s orchestra in residence.
(Photo: Kolin Mendez Photography)
ART HISTORY HAPPY HOUR: NFTS
Thursday, January 26th from 7:00 to 8:30pm
Location: The Norm Restaurant and Bar, 1st Floor
Tickets: $45 and include a specialty cocktail, small bites, and after-hours admission to Virgil Abloh: “Figures of Speech.” Additional beverages are available for purchase. Member tickets are $40.
Our season of Art History Happy Hours continues with an evening of conversation around non-fungible tokens, or NFTs, presented in collaboration with writer Nato Thompson. During the program, Thompson offers an overview of the blockchain landscape and its intersections with contemporary art. Artists Delphine Diallo and Sasha Stiles then join in to discuss the field’s opportunities and challenges. Plus, take one last look at Virgil Abloh: “Figures of Speech” before it closes.
YOUNG MONK PROJECT
Saturday, January 14th at 7:30pm and 9:30pm
Tickets: start at $20
ABOUT THE SHOW
The music’s freshest emerging voices pay tribute to Thelonious Monk with new interpretations of his staggering canon of original works. The sheer depth of Monk’s artistry allows different listeners and practitioners to connect with different layers of his sound at nearly every listen; the element of surprise remains present in his music years after his passing. The evening’s event features internationally acclaimed artists Joel Ross, Sean Mason, Zoe Obadia, Mark Lewandowsky, and Domo Branch.
PERFORMANCE LINEUP
Joel Ross, vibraphone
Sean Mason, piano
Mark Lewandowski, bass
Zoe Obadia, alto saxophone
Domo Branch, drums
JOHNNY O’NEAL: TRIBUTE TO THE CROONERS
Friday, January 20th and Saturday, January 21st
Tickets: start at $20
ABOUT THE SHOW
Heartfelt and authentic, Johnny O’Neal’s expression reflects a profound lineage of master song interpreters. The singer and pianist delivers a pureness of melody, spontaneity, and phrasing. His thrilling, often cathartic sets are known to elicit both laughter and tears from captivated listeners. Over the years, he has performed with Art Blakey, Sarah Vaughan, Carmen McRae, Dizzy Gillespie, Joe Pass, Nancy Wilson, Anita O’Day, Lionel Hampton, Kenny Burrell, Sonny Stitt, Benny Golson, Eddie “Lockjaw” Davis, and Clark Terry.
PERFORMANCE LINEUP
Johnny O’Neal – piano and vocals
Tony Hewitt – vocals
Ilya Lushtak – guitar and vocals
Daralyn Jay – vocals
Luke Sellick – bass
Quincy Davis – drums
MIDDLE EAST MEDITATIONS
Friday, January 20th and Saturday, January 21st
Location: Rose Theater
Tickets: start at $40.50
WHAT TO EXPECT
A musical journey to the Middle East featuring oud virtuoso Naseer Shamma
There will be a free pre-concert lecture at 7pm for each performance
ABOUT THE CONCERT
Middle East Meditations is a milestone event in Jazz at Lincoln Center’s distinguished history. Marsalis and JLCO collaborate with revered Iraqi oud virtuoso, composer, educator, musicologist and UNESCO Artist for Peace Naseer Shamma, blending the magical flavors of the Tigris River with Mississippi River-descended swing. Friends since they met in Abu Dhabi in 2010, the two visionaries—whose first formal concert together in 2017, in Marciac, France, was reviewed as an “unprecedented fusion” between jazz and the millennia-old short-necked forerunner of the lute—will perform together for the first time at Jazz at Lincoln Center, undertaking new works arranged by Marsalis, Shamma and orchestra members. The occasion marks the first time that the JLCO has hosted and featured an Iraqi artist. Immediately following these shows in the House of Swing (and Oud), the JLCO with Special Guest Naseer Shamma will tour select cities around the United States.
Naseer Shamma appears in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Festival.
MEMBERS-ONLY TOUR BRUNO MUNARI: THE CHILD WITHIN
Saturday, January 7th from 3:00pm to 5:00pm
Tickets: Free for Members!
Poster House Members are invited to a private tour of Bruno Munari: The Child Within at the Center for Italian Modern Art in SoHo. Munari was an accomplished artist, inventor, graphic designer, and a designer of objects who prioritized the idea of play in all his work. This exhibition focuses on the children’s books that he wrote, designed, and illustrated. These books were not meant just to be seen, but to be interacted with as conduits for play and imagination.
MEMBERS-ONLY TOUR: KAPOOR GALLERIES
Thursday, January 19th from 6:00–8:00pm
Tickets: Free for Members!
Poster House is pleased to partner with Kapoor Galleries for this exclusive tour of their space in honor of Air-India’s Maharaja: Advertising Gone Rogue. As the curatorial juggernaut behind this incredible exhibition, Kapoor Galleries approached the posters from the perspective of India’s rich artistic heritage. Now is your chance to see museum-quality pieces that inspired many of the posters on view in the show, from miniature paintings to ancient bronze sculptures.
Led by the owner and director of Kapoor Galleries, Sanjay Kapoor, this private tour of the gallery will introduce you to dazzling imagery and a deeper appreciation for Indian art.
A BRIGHT NEW BOISE
Tuesday, January 31st through Sunday, March 12th
Tickets: on sale soon!
OFF-BROADWAY PREMIERE
MacArthur Fellow Samuel D. Hunter, whose first work in his Premiere Residency – the world premiere of A Case for the Existence of God – ran at Signature to great critical acclaim, returns with the Off-Broadway premiere of A Bright New Boise. As i n Case, Hunter here captures a region of his home state Idaho – in the negative space of a depersonalized work environment – through the people who inhabit it. This dark comedic work depicts a Boise Hobby Lobby thrown into chaos by the arrival of a new employee sorting through a tragic past. Like Hudes, audiences can experience Hunter’s stage work alongside his unique dramatic vision on-screen: Darren Aronofsky’s film adaptation of his play The Whale, starring Brendan Fraser, is expected to be released by A24 sometime in 2022.
CONCERT: ELIO VILLAFRANCA
Sunday, January 22nd
from 2:00–3:00pm
Location: Armor Hall
Tickets: $30 Adult/$16 Student with ID/$14 Child (8-18), including admission to the grounds. Advance tickets $2 off. Wave Hill Members save 10%
Grammy-nominated 2021 Guggenheim Fellow Elio Villafranca is a pianist, composer and bandleader at the forefront of his generation. Born in the Pinar del Rio province of Cuba, Villafranca fuses classical and jazz with music from the African diaspora. He has recorded and performed with jazz master artists, including Chick Correa, Paquito D’Rivera and Wynton Marsalis, who calls him “an inspired and visionary musician.”
ICE SKATING IN CENTRAL PARK
October 24th through March 15th
Tickets: start at $10
Time to get your tickets for the wonderful season ahead!
As stewards of the historic gathering space that is Wollman Rink, we pledge to spark bliss that exhilarates the community’s sense of connection, positivity and possibility. We can’t wait to get this season started!
RINKSIDE IGLOOS
December 9, 2022 – February 1, 2023
Elevate your skate experience at Wollman inside our cozy, private, heated RinkSide igloos, overlooking the magic of Wollman Rink, under the Midtown Manhattan skyline in Central Park. Both of our transparent igloos feature an electric fireplace, soft lighting, and comfy seating for eight, as well as delicious food and beverage options.
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EXCITING EVENTS AROUND THE BRONX: JANUARY 2023
By Great Performances
Explore exciting community events around the Bronx during December of 2022.
CURATOR-LED TOURS:
SWAGGER AND TENDERNESS
Join guest curators Amy Rosenblum-Martín and Ron Kavanaugh, Executive Director, Literary Freedom Project, for monthly drop-in curatorial walkthroughs of the exhibition Swagger and Tenderness: The South Bronx Portraits by John Ahearn and Rigoberto Torres. See below for the upcoming tour dates and times:
Saturday, December 17, 2022, 2-3 pm
Saturday, January 21, 2023, 2-3 pm
Saturday, February 18, 2023, 2-3 pm
Saturday, March 18, 2023, 2-3 pm
Saturday, April 15, 2023, 2-3 pm
Curators will meet visitors in the Museum’s lobby. RSVP is not required, walk-ins welcomed.
WINTER BIRDING WITH NYC AUDUBON
Tuesday, January 24th from 7:00am – 8:30am
Location: Starlight Park
Join NYC Audubon and the Bronx River Alliance on a stroll along the Bronx River this winter. You’ll get a chance to see and hear some of the many beautiful birds that rely on this important freshwater ecosystem, including songbirds, waterfowl, and more. Along the way, we will also highlight the importance of biodiversity and urban green space for all wildlife.
BRONX ZOO HOLIDAY LIGHTS
Friday, November 18th through Sunday, January 8th
Join us for a family holiday festival at the Bronx Zoo. During the evenings, the park comes to life with holiday cheer as immersive light displays, custom-designed animal lanterns and animated light shows sparkle across the zoo. The celebration includes festive entertainment, seasonal treats, the Holiday Train, and classic holiday music. The walk-through experience is a beloved tradition, enchanting and fun for all ages.
HOLIDAY TRAIN SHOW
November 19, 2022 – January 16, 2023 from 10:00am – 6:00pm
New York City’s Most Beloved Holiday Tradition Is Back!
NYBG’s Holiday Train Show—a favorite holiday tradition—has been making memories for over 30 years! See model trains zip through an enchanting display of more than 190 replicas of New York landmarks, each delightfully re-created from natural materials such as birch bark, lotus pods, and cinnamon sticks.
Plus, take in NYC’s largest outdoor holiday light experience at NYBG GLOW, returning for its third year with even more illuminated displays. Thousands of dazzling, energy-efficient lights and whimsical, picture-perfect installations reflect the surrounding gardens and collections, creating a spectacle not to be missed. These special evenings feature music, experiences, food, and more—making for the ultimate night out this season.
ALL ABOARD WITH THOMAS & FRIENDS™
January 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 16, 20, 21, & 22, 2023
Everyone’s favorite train is returning to NYBG as the star of a mini-performance that families may enjoy during their next Garden visit. Driver Sam and his friends provide a fun-filled, interactive musical show where audience members are invited for photo-op with Thomas after the show.
NEW YEAR’S DAY SUPER HIKE
Sunday, January 1st from 11:00am to 1:00pm
Location: Van Cortlandt Nature Center
If your New Year’s resolution is to get healthy, join the Urban Park Rangers on a lengthy hike. Dress warmly, put on your hiking shoes, and head to the park. Urban Park Ranger hiking guides will introduce you to the hidden gems of New York City. Explore nature, discover our city’s urban forests, and unplug from the world to clear your head.
JANUARY FOREST RESTORATION FRIDAYS
Fridays, January 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th from 10:00am to 1:00pm
Location: VCPA Garden & Compost Site (in Van Cortlandt Park)
With 640 acres of forest and wetlands, Van Cortlandt Park could use your help!
For January Forest Fridays, we are focusing on caring for the the Northwest forest. Make sure to bundle up warm, wear sturdy closed-toed shoes, and bring some water! All other tools will be provided. No prior experience needed.
Happy Holidays from Great Performances
It’s time we catch our breath!
Another year, filled with the unexpected and unforgettable. Through it all, it’s the people around us who enrich our days,
help us through the challenges, and are there to celebrate the moments.
From all of us at Great Performances, Happy Holidays and Best Wishes for the New Year!
We also have a gift for you: a collection of recipe cards written and designed by Micha Bentel, our creative director. These recipes are perfect for entertaining at home.
LIZ'S LIST OF GIVING 2022
By Liz Neumark
New York is home. And it is a big, complex, kind, tough, and indomitable city.
It showers some with riches while being ground zero to suffering, hunger and hardship for far too many of our neighbors.
The pain is both in plain sight and invisible. We are a subway stop, a quick walk or just around the corner from the widest range of realities.
Supporting the nonprofits that help our neighbors and our city is important to all of us.
We each have causes that speak to our hearts be it anti-hunger, the arts, community health, homelessness, addiction, education, children or the elderly.
Here is a short list of some organizations I do my best to help support along with an invitation to you to learn more about them.
The Sylvia Center
The Sylvia Center educates young people on the connection between food and health.
We help children and teens take control of their health through better food choices, and encourage them to be healthy food advocates in their communities.
GrowNYC
For over 50 years, we have believed that everyone can make a positive impact and that collective action is necessary to secure a clean & healthy environment for future generations.
CityMeals
Citymeals on Wheels provides a continuous lifeline of nourishing meals and vital companionship to our homebound elderly neighbors.
The Fund for Public Housing
The Fund for Public Housing enhances the lives of NYCHA residents and uplifts the importance of public housing to New York City.
Open House New York
Open House New York promotes unparalleled access to the city—to the places, people, projects, systems, and ideas that define New York and its future.
Bronx River Alliance
The Bronx River Alliance serves as a coordinated voice for the river. We work in harmonious partnership to protect, improve and restore the Bronx River corridor. Our goal is to make a healthy ecological, recreational, educational, and economic resource for all communities through which the river flows.
Bronx Museum of the Arts
The Bronx Museum of the Arts is a contemporary art museum that connects diverse audiences to the urban experience through its permanent collection, special exhibitions, and education programs. Reflecting the borough’s dynamic communities, the Museum is the crossroad where artists, local residents, national and international visitors meet.
The Knowledge House
The Knowledge House (TKH) was founded in 2014 to close the gaps in the education-to-employment pipeline by leading digital skills training in coding and design for underserved young people in the Bronx. TKH combines technology training, career support, and a comprehensive network of partners to help disconnected job seekers secure rewarding careers in the tech economy and become financially independent. TKH aims to lift entire communities out of poverty by creating a pipeline of talented and capable workers equipped with the technology and skills that provide economic opportunity, living wages, and career mobility.
West Side Campaign Against Hunger
West Side Campaign Against Hunger is on a mission to alleviate hunger by ensuring that all New Yorkers have access with dignity to a choice of healthy food and supportive services.
Bronx Community Foundation
The Bronx Community Foundation is the first and only community foundation in The Bronx, solely dedicated to delivering resources to the borough.
The Bronx Community Foundation supports and invests in community power to eradicate inequity and build sustainable futures for all Bronxites.
OUR FAVORITE PHOTOS
November 2022
It’s been an incredible November. We held dozens of events, and through it all our teams remained energized, professional, and provided exemplary service. Our guests delighted in the experiences from the food to the location. Our culinary team dazzled with decadent delights and developed new dishes to tempt even the most jaded palates. And we set the scene for unforgettable moments.
EXCITING EVENTS AROUND NEW YORK: DECEMBER 2022
By Great Performances
Explore Great Music, Art and More at Our Partner Venues This Month!
THE ROOT 100 2022
Thursday, December 8th at 7:00pm
Location: Apollo’s Historic Theater
Tickets: start at $72
For one legendary night, The Root—the foremost digital media publisher covering Black news and Black views—takes center stage at the Apollo’s Historic Theater for a star-studded evening of comedy, music, and inspiring speeches celebrating the brilliance and beauty of Blackness.
The night will honor influencers on the Root 100 List — an annual newsroom ranking of African Americans between the ages of 25 and 85 who are breaking down barriers and paving the way for the next generation. For the first time in the list’s 13-year history, the honoree event is open to the public as a ticketed event.Hosted by comedian.
Loni Love, the night will feature musical performances and other surprise guests and The Root’s Editor-in-Chief Vanessa De Luca introducing a select few honorees to accept the distinction live.
APOLLO MUSIC CAFÉ:
DAVID MICHAEL WYATT
Thursday, December 15th at 10:00pm
Location: Apollo’s Soundstage
Tickets: $26.50 (Plus $10 food and beverage minimum)
Amateur Night at the Apollo alum David Michael Wyatt delivers a rare, acoustic evening at the Apollo Music Café. Celebrate the end of the year in this unplugged performance of songs that lift the spirit, elevate the mind and soothe the soul.
The Apollo Music Café series presents independent artists to a unique audience. Featuring diverse performances across a myriad of genres (R&B, hip hop, soul, jazz, pop, funk, and rock), this series showcases artists drawn from the independent music scene who impact the way music is heard and experienced.
LOVETRAIN2020
Thursday, December 1st through Saturday, December 3rd
Location: Peter Jay Sharp Building, BAM Howard Gilman Opera House
Tickets: start at $25
US Premiere
Choreography by Emanuel Gat
Part of Next Wave 2022
This exuberant ode to the ’80s, set to the music of British duo Tears For Fears, builds on the eccentric rigor that defines Emanuel Gat Dance. The company, founded in Tel Aviv and now based in Marseille, premiered LOVETRAIN2020 at Montpellier Danse festival during the pandemic. With adventurous costumes by Thomas Bradley and lighting by Gat himself, this performance for 14 dancers—a story of people moving forward as they come together, drift apart, push, pull, and question—swings vigorously between stark silence and sing-alongs to “Shout” and “Everybody Wants to Rule the World.”
AN EVENING WITH ANGELA Y. DAVIS
Friday, December 2nd at 7:00pm
Location: BAM Strong
Tickets: $15 event only; $40 with signed hardcover copy of An Autobiography
IN CONVERSATION WITH KEEANGA-YAMAHTTA TAYLOR
CO-PRESENTED BY BAM AND GREENLIGHT BOOKSTORE
IN ASSOCIATION WITH HAYMARKET BOOKS
WITH COLLABORATION FROM THE NEW YORK REVIEW OF BOOKS
Part of Unbound
Join Angela Y. Davis for an intimate conversation focused on the new edition of her classic memoir—now featuring a major new introduction. A political activist at the cutting edge of the Black Liberation, feminist, queer, and prison abolitionist movements, Davis gives a powerful and commanding account of her early years in struggle in An Autobiography. First published and edited by Toni Morrison in 1974, it describes her journey from a childhood in Birmingham, Alabama, to one of the most significant political trials of the century, to her work for abolitionist feminism today.
Davis will be in conversation with award-winning scholar and public intellectual Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor.
(Photo: Kolin Mendez Photography)
ART HISTORY HAPPY HOUR:
THIERRY MUGLER: COUTURISSIME
Thursday, December 15th, 6:00pm-7:30pm and 8:00pm-9:30pm
Location: The Norm Restaurant and Bar, 1st Floor
Tickets: $45 and include wine tastings, small bites, and after-hours admission to Thierry Mugler: Couturissime. Additional beverages are available for purchase.
Our season of Art History Happy Hours continues with an evening of lighthearted lectures and accompanying wines inspired by Thierry Mugler: Couturissime. Enter the fantastical world of the late visionary designer Thierry Mugler with Matthew Yokobosky, Senior Curator of Fashion and Material Culture, and feathercraft designer Eric Charles-Donatien. During the program, enjoy wine pairings by Marquis Williams of the Brooklyn-based wine club Highly Recommended.
CALMUS
Christmas A Cappella
Saturday, December 10th at 3:00pm and 5:00pm
Tickets: start at $40
Overview
Winner of the 2009 Concert Artists Guild International Competition, the German a cappella vocal ensemble Calmus is known for its charming stage presence and flawless technique. Founded in 1999, the quintet embodies the rich choral tradition of its hometown of Leipzig, the city so closely associated with Bach and Mendelssohn. As the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel characterizes the group: “The singers bring tremendous character and musical depth to their interpretations … that transcends the language of the lyrics.” Calmus’ holiday program ranges from early music to contemporary Christmas favorites.
Select rooms of the Rosen House, splendidly decorated for the holidays, will be open for viewing one hour prior to each performance.
HOLIDAY TEA MUSICALE
December 14th-18th at 2:00pm
Tickets: Adults $70 / Children (12 and under) $35
Overview
Get in the holiday spirit at Caramoor’s historic Rosen House! Take part in our annual holiday tradition and enjoy charismatic musicians, festive decorations, and tea service in the majestic Music Room. Following the spirited performance, tea service includes an assortment of finger sandwiches, scrumptious holiday treats, and a variety of teas (or hot chocolate with marshmallows for children!). This program is popular and dates quickly fill up!
MARY STALLINGS AND THE EMMET COHEN TRIO
Thursday, December 8th through Sunday, December 11th
Tickets: start at $25
ABOUT THE SHOW
Known for her lyricism, subtle pocket, and unmistakable phrasing, vocalist Mary Stallings has been performing standard tunes and new classic repertoire for more than 60 years. Since the 1961 release of Cal Tjader Plays, Mary Stallings Sings (Fantasy Records), she’s been finding new, intimate, and swinging ways of interpreting enduring melodies. For this four-night event, she joins The Emmet Cohen Trio, one of the most exhilarating ensembles on the New York scene, whose ethos affirms: “All music can be modern music.”
PERFORMANCE LINEUP
Mary Stallings, vocals
Emmet Cohen, piano
Yasushi Nakamura, bass
Kyle Poole, drums
CHRISTIAN SANDS QUARTET WITH SPECIAL GUESTS
Wednesday, December 21st through Saturday, December 24th
Tickets: start at $25
ABOUT THE SHOW
Pianist and composer Christian Sands draws in listeners with his dynamic sensitivity, imagination, and an invitational element in every note. A multi-Grammy nominee, the Steinway Artist and his trio-mates have become one of the most captivating small ensembles on the global scene, loved for their conversational and receptive approach to the evolving language of jazz. For this four-night event, his trio performs internationally praised original material and enduring holiday favorites alongside some very special guests.
PERFORMANCE LINEUP
Christian Sands, piano
Yasushi Nakamura, bass
Ryan Sands, drums
Marvin Sewell, guitar
BIG BAND HOLIDAYS
Friday, November 4th and Saturday, November 5th
Location: Rose Theater
Tickets: start at $40.50
WHAT TO EXPECT
An uplifting seasonal event perfect for the whole family.
Soulful, big band versions of holiday classics
ABOUT THE CONCERT
No Jazz at Lincoln Center season would be complete without the perennial Big Band Holidays concert, when Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis—augmented by a world-class jazz singer—offers fresh, swinging arrangements of Christmas classics by its personnel. The guest star for this year’s edition, music-directed by JLCO veteran Victor Goines, is Samara Joy, 24, who joins an all-star roll-call of predecessors that includes Cécile McLorin Salvant, Gregory Porter, Kurt Elling, Rubén Blades, René Marie, Ashley Pezzotti, Vuyo Sotashe, Veronica Swift, and Catherine Russell. “Christmas is the one time when America is not segregated in its music,” says Marsalis. “All the generations come together. For us, it’s meaningful because of all the great classics that come out of a jazz sensibility.”
FIRST FRIDAY
Friday, December 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, or activity throughout the day. Every First Friday is different, offering unique opportunities to engage with rotating exhibitions and the permanent collection.
12:00pm – What is Paradise? Workshop with Ghost of a Dream $15
3:00pm – Masked Vigilantes Artist’s Tour with Jordan Seiler
4:30pm – War Stories: Spies & Propaganda
5:30pm – How to Read a Poster with Melissa Walker ($25)
5:00, 6:00, 7:00pm – Ajna Dance Performance
7:00pm – The Dragon Sisters Performance
POSTERS & COCKTAILS: YES CHEF!
Tuesday, December 6th from 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Tickets: FREE!
Posters House’s favorite tipsy trio is ready to help you get in the mood for all the big meals you’ll be eating this holiday season! That’s right, this is Posters & Cocktails: Feasting Edition.
Join Chief Curator Angelina Lippert as she acts as emcee for another booze-fueled evening celebrating all things food and the many cocktails created by your favorite historic eateries.
Nicholas Lowry of Swann Auction Galleries will be our head chef, guiding us through a menu of visual delights. Accompanying him is Poster House’s resident mixologist, Don Spiro of The Green Fairy Society, acting as bartender and sommelier as he explores the storied past of restaurants that created their own signature drinks.
This series is hosted for free over Zoom thanks to the generous support of Don Lebowitz and Claudia Wagner. Please check back closer to the date of the event for a complete list of cocktail ingredients so you can follow along at home and taste some of these delectable beverages!
CONCERT: LARA DOWNES
Sunday, December 11th from 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Location: Armor Hall
Tickets: $30 Adult/$14 Child (8-18), including admission to the grounds. Advance tickets $2 off. Wave Hill Members save 10%.
Honored as 2022 Classical Woman of the Year by Performance Today, pianist Lara Downes presents Where Dreams Begin, an intimate program with a message of universal hope and humanity. Amidst the wintery backdrop outside Armor Hall, Downes will feature a sneak peak of her upcoming Pentatone label release Love At Last, a reflection on the power of imagination and the possibility of new beginnings.
Lara Downes is a musical trailblazer and activist dedicated to expanding the resonance and relevance of American music. In addition to appearances as a soloist with top symphony orchestras nationwide, not to mention her Billboard chart-topping albums, she is the creator and host of AMPLIFY with Lara Downes, a video series for NPR Music, and founder of Rising Sun Music, a recording series that shines light on the music and stories of Black composers over the past 200 years.
HOLIDAY TEA AT WAVE HILL
December 17, 18, 20, 21, 22, 23, 27, 28, 29, 30
Seating Times: 11:30am or 2:30pm (90 min seating)
Location: Mark Twain Room
Tickets: $56 Adult/$36 Child (8-18). A minimum of 2 guests and 5 days’ advanced booking are required.
Great Performances is delighted to present the Holiday Edition of our Afternoon Tea at Wave Hill. A custom menu designed specifically for Wave Hill, our Holiday Tea uses local and seasonal ingredients and inspiration from our own organic farm, Katchkie Farm.
Combine the flavors of the winter season with the beauty of the historic Wave Hill House. Join us for our holiday edition of Tea and Cocoa, served in the stylish Mark Twain Room which has been festively decorated for the holidays. Perfect for an intimate afternoon or for the entire family.
Offering a selection of Teas by Palais des Thés and House Made Hot Cocoa.
You’ll enjoy the comforting decadence of a traditional tea service including:
- Tea Sandwiches: Smoked Salmon & Dill; Fig, Goat Cheese, & Honey; Sliced Green Apples & Cheddar; Filet Mignon & Horseradish Cream
- Scones and Shortbreads: Clotted Cream, Raspberry Jam
- Desserts: Raspberry Tartlets; Chocolate Truffles; Assorted Macarons
ICE SKATING IN CENTRAL PARK
October 24th through March 15th
Tickets: start at $10
Time to get your tickets for the wonderful season ahead!
As stewards of the historic gathering space that is Wollman Rink, we pledge to spark bliss that exhilarates the community’s sense of connection, positivity and possibility. We can’t wait to get this season started!
MAKE MERRY WITH NORDSTROM AT WOLLMAN RINK!
From November through December, prepare to embrace the joy of the season with magical, merry-making holiday experiences presented by Nordstrom, in a brand new tradition at the wonderful world of Wollman Rink!
- The Nordstrom Chill Lounge – a stylish, heated rinkside retreat, outfitted by Nordstrom, is part of the newly-launched Premier Pass experience. The Premier Pass, available as an upgrade to rink admission purchases online or in-person, includes expedited rink entry, skate rental concierge service, 2 hours of tent access, cozy “fireside” seating, complimentary coffee, hot chocolate, tea and refreshments, as well as a dedicated tent attendant and locker. Premier Passes are released one week in advance of public skating dates. Admission is separate, available on select dates during the ticket purchase process.
- Skate ‘n’ Sit with Santa – special appearances from Nordstrom’s own in-store Santa on select days in November and December.
- Warmth of the Season – hot chocolate tastings every weekend (3:00 PM – 5:00 PM, alternating Saturdays and Sundays)
- Nordstrom After School Free Skates – families involved in the NYC Parks Afterschool program will have the opportunity to access a free skate from November to December.
- Daily “Sweet Treats” – Nordstrom is offering a complimentary “sweet treat” at Nordstrom NYC on a first-come, first-served basis for guests presenting same-day Wollman Rink tickets in-store. While daily supplies last, see the Wollman Box office for details.
EXCITING EVENTS AROUND THE BRONX: DECEMBER 2022
By Great Performances
Explore exciting community events around the Bronx during December of 2022.
OPENING DECEMBER 3RD!
Bronx Children’s Museum celebrates the natural curiosity, creativity and compassion inherent in all children.
Through play and learning, we nurture children to find their voice, fulfill their potential and connect to their communities, the Bronx and the world beyond.
At long last our new home in Mill Pond Park along the Harlem River will open on Saturday, December 3. We are very excited to welcome you in to the first-ever children’s museum in the Bronx.
SALSA LESSONS AND PARTY!
Saturday, December 3rd from 3:00pm to 6:00pm
Bring a friend and learn the art of salsa dancing here at the Bronx Museum alongside professional instructors and live music in celebration of the history of salsa in the South Bronx. All ages and skill levels welcomed!
FAMILY DAY: WINTER WONDERLAND
Saturday, December 10th from 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Celebrate the holiday season with the Bronx Museum! Join us for an afternoon filled with festive art activities for the whole family.
ECO TEAM MEETING
Monday, December 12th from 5:30pm to 7:00pm
Location: Virtual (Zoom)
Please join us for our final Eco Team Meeting of the year! The Eco Team is a cohort of scientists, policymakers, partners, students, and community members who are interested in learning about and supporting the ecological health of the Bronx River. We will be covering our year in review, ongoing issues and updates, upcoming projects, exciting and surprising news, and more! Bring your questions, ideas, or simply your curiosity!
BRONX ZOO HOLIDAY LIGHTS
Friday, November 18th through Sunday, January 8th
Join us for a family holiday festival at the Bronx Zoo. During the evenings, the park comes to life with holiday cheer as immersive light displays, custom-designed animal lanterns and animated light shows sparkle across the zoo. The celebration includes festive entertainment, seasonal treats, the Holiday Train, and classic holiday music. The walk-through experience is a beloved tradition, enchanting and fun for all ages.
NYBG GLOW
December 2–3, 9–11, 15–17, 22–23, 26–30 from 5:00pm – 10:00pm
Experience the magic of New York City’s largest outdoor holiday light experience.
This holiday season, NYBG GLOW returns for its third year. Discover the beauty of our landscape and historic buildings after dark, breathtakingly illuminated across the Garden. Building upon sold-out evenings the past two years, NYBG GLOW expands across even more of the Garden’s magnificent collections. And take in our fun-filled evening offerings with artistic, music, and pop-up performances around the Garden.
Round out your experience with an after-dark visit to the Holiday Train Show® under the glow of the Haupt Conservatory by purchasing a special combination ticket. Enjoy a drink, hot cocoa, and a bite to eat at one of our outdoor bars or the Bronx Night Market Holiday Pop-Up. And take in even more festive evening offerings with artistic performances around the Garden.
Start a new holiday tradition and get outside this season with NYBG GLOW!
HOLIDAY TRAIN SHOW
November 19, 2022 – January 16, 2023 from 10:00am – 6:00pm
New York City’s Most Beloved Holiday Tradition Is Back!
NYBG’s Holiday Train Show—a favorite holiday tradition—has been making memories for over 30 years! See model trains zip through an enchanting display of more than 190 replicas of New York landmarks, each delightfully re-created from natural materials such as birch bark, lotus pods, and cinnamon sticks.
Plus, take in NYC’s largest outdoor holiday light experience at NYBG GLOW, returning for its third year with even more illuminated displays. Thousands of dazzling, energy-efficient lights and whimsical, picture-perfect installations reflect the surrounding gardens and collections, creating a spectacle not to be missed. These special evenings feature music, experiences, food, and more—making for the ultimate night out this season.
WBO WINTER WONDERLAND
Saturday, December 10th from 12:30pm to 3:00pm
Location: Williamsbridge Oval
Join us for arts & crafts, games and pictures with Santa! The center will be decorated to highlight holiday traditions from around the world, including; Christmas, Hanukah, EID, Winter Solstice and New Year.
Enhancing Events through Exciting Design
By Great Performances
At Great Performances, we create meaningful moments between people through the events we hold for our clients. We collaborate with our clients to truly understand their goals and vision for their event, creating mood boards and menus to help bring those ideas to life. Our Design Team is always present at an event, whether through innovative trays and displays or by creating large format design elements that truly transform a space.
Our Design Team comprises individuals trained in design, culinary, and hospitality, making it easy for them to work across client, culinary, production, and service teams. Most recently, they put their impressive talents to work creating a new set of trays including a rolling wooden tray reminiscent of the boardwalk, and brightly colored wood “pebbles” and creating a literal wonderfland for City Harvest BID 2022.
Beautiful Food Deserves Beautiful Displays
GP Design Team takes its inspiration from nature, by observing how people interact with objects and food, from architecture, and by playing. They sketch a design, build a prototype, and iterate until they get a piece that’s both fun and functional and that creates moments of delight and joy as guests reach for an hors d’oeuvres.
Wonderful Design for a Wonderland Event
From concept to execution, the GP Design Team worked closely with Gregory Boroff, chief external relations officer at City Harvest, and creative partners at Mario Avila Design, and On The Move Entertainment to create a world of whimsy and fun.
Dan Carr, senior designer at Great Performances, incorporated fun, Alice in Wonderland details to create a “cool space” that invited people to wander through and enjoy the event and the experience.
“Event design is more than transforming a blank space into a beautiful backdrop for an event; it’s about creating movement, allowing guests to pause in some areas while encouraging them to continue exploring, mingling, and enjoying the overall experience,” Dan stated. “It’s about creating memorable, meaningful experiences.”
You can read more about the event in an article Bizbash wrote here.
EXCITING EVENTS AROUND NEW YORK: NOVEMBER 2022
By Great Performances
Explore Great Music, Art and More at Our Partner Venues This Month!
NO PLACE LIKE HOME TOUR: DAVE EAST & FRIENDS
Sunday, November 6th at 8:00pm
Location: Apollo’s Historic Theater
Tickets: start at $39.50
Don’t miss the strong lyricist adept at telling gritty street narratives, Harlem-based MC Dave East as he brings his The Deli Presents: No Place Like Home Tour to his hometown. East has a style heavily reminiscent of ‘90s New York hardcore rap while sounding fresh enough to compete with the contemporary hip-hop landscape.
IMAGENATION’S COCKTAILS AND SOL CINEMA
Thursday, November 17th at 6:00pm
Location: Apollo’s Soundstage
Tickets: start at $26.50 (each ticket includes a complimentary drink)
FEATURED FILM: MR. NELSON ON THE NORTH SIDE
Directed by Daniel D’or
The Apollo continues its collaboration with ImageNation by co-presenting the Cocktails & Sol Cinema Series, a social gathering that includes a film screening, cocktail reception, and a post-show conversation with the filmmakers.
This program is part of “The Next Movement”, Apollo’s Fall 2022 season.
TRAVERSE ORIENTATION
Monday, November 7th through Friday, November 11th
Location: Peter Jay Sharp Building, BAM Howard Gilman Opera House
Tickets: start at $35
US Premiere
Conceived and directed by Dimitris Papaioannou
Part of Next Wave 2022
Evoking myth and religion, the newest creation by Greek director-choreographer Dimitris Papaioannou dazzles with meticulous craft, imaginative play, and visual intensity. Like The Great Tamer, his internationally acclaimed, Next Wave 2019 sold-out sensation, Transverse Orientation induces awe on a massive scale, set to the music of Vivaldi. With dreamlike, painterly composition—and the rendering of a bull, in all of its lifelike power—it will make you wonder what’s real. Papaioannou—one of the first choreographers to create new work for Pina Bausch’s Tanztheater Wuppertal in 45 years—exacts striking formal language, along with the best of experimental theater art.
Note: This show contains nudity and may not be appropriate for children.
TROJAN WOMEN
Friday, November 18th and Saturday, November 19th
Location: Peter Jay Sharp Building, BAM Howard Gilman Opera House
Tickets: start at $35
US Premiere
National Changgeuk Company of Korea
Conceived and Directed by Ong Keng Sen
BAM DEBUT – Part of Next Wave 2022
The beloved ancient Korean musical storytelling form of pansori fuses with K-pop and Greek tragedy in an incredible production from the National Theater of Korea and visionary Singaporean director Ong Keng Sen. K-pop producer and Parasite composer Jung Jae-il created the original music in collaboration with renowned pansori master Ahn Sook-sun, a Living National Treasure in South Korea. Set after the sacking of Troy, Trojan Women sweeps audiences up in the heartbreak and determination of the city’s female survivors. Through a whirlwind of music, dance, and theater—brought to life by over 25 singers, actors, and musicians—emerges a stunning portrait of resilience in the face of war and occupation.
After sold-out runs at the National Theater of Korea in Seoul and Singapore International Arts Festival followed by acclaimed runs in London, Amsterdam and Vienna, Trojan Women finally comes to BAM for its US debut.
CONVENING: MEET THE MOMENT
Saturday, November 12th from 10:00am to 6:00pm
Location: Beaux-Arts Court and Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Auditorium
Tickets: $35 and include Museum general admission
Join The Meteor for Meet the Moment—a powerful day of ideas, inspiration, and intergenerational collaboration among some of the most influential women and nonbinary leaders of our time. The Meteor is a collective of journalists, artists, and activists committed to gender and racial justice. Together we’ll take on issues such as voting rights, the climate crisis, abortion access, gender justice, and everything in between. From 11 am to 4 pm, the event will feature talks, performances, comedy, and interactive sessions so you can converse with iconic changemakers. From 4 to 6 pm, enjoy cocktails and live music in the Beaux-Arts Court. Revisit this page for more details.
(Photo: Kolin Mendez Photography)
ART HISTORY HAPPY HOUR: MONET TO MORISOT
Thursday, November 17th from 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Location: The Norm Restaurant and Bar, 1st Floor
Tickets: $45 and include wine tastings, small bites, and after-hours admission to Monet to Morisot. Additional beverages are available for purchase.
Our season of Art History Happy Hours continues with an evening of lighthearted lectures and accompanying wines inspired by Monet to Morisot: The Real and Imagined in European Art. Delve into themes of labor, colonialism, and nature with Lisa Small, Senior Curator, European Art; Talia Shiroma, Curatorial Assistant; Maya Jeffereis, artist; and Celeste Mahoney, former Brooklyn Museum Project Conservator. During the program, enjoy wine pairings by Marquis Williams of the Brooklyn-based wine club Highly Recommended.
IVALAS QUARTET
2022-23 Ernst Stiefel String Quartet-in-Residence
Sunday, November 13th at 3:00pm
Tickets: start at $30
Overview
The Ivalas Quartet, Caramoor’s 2022 – 23 Ernst Stiefel String Quartet-in-Residence, was formed at the University of Michigan in 2017. Dedicated to the celebration of diverse voices, Ivalas seeks to disrupt the classical music world by continuously spotlighting Black and Indigenous composers such as Eleanor Alberga, whose First String Quartet is featured on the Quartet’s fall performance in the Music Room, alongside quartets by Osvaldo Golijov and Beethoven.
Read more about the Ernst Stiefel String Quartet-in-Residence program and its past alumni.
Program
Osvaldo Golijov: Tenebrae
Eleanor Alberga: String Quartet No. 1
Ludwig van Beethoven: String Quartet No. 13 in B-flat Major, Op. 130
IESTYN DAVIES, COUNTERTENOR
THOMAS DUNFORD, LUTE
Sunday, November 20th at 3:00pm
Tickets: start at $40
Overview
British countertenor Iestyn Davies has won two Gramophone Awards, a Grammy Award, an RPS Award for Young Singer of the Year, the Critics’ Circle Award, and an Olivier Award nomination, as well as being awarded the MBE in the Queen’s New Year’s Honours List 2017 for services to music. In concert with lutenist Thomas Dunford, the founder and artistic director of the Jupiter Ensemble who BBC Magazine called “the Eric Clapton of the lute,” Davies presents a program of Late Renaissance Italian, French, and English songs interspersed with solo lute music.
RENEE ROSNES QUARTET
Thursday, November 10th through Sunday, November 13th
Tickets: start at $25
ABOUT THE SHOW
Bold, thoughtful, and endlessly swinging, pianist and composer Renee Rosnes has performed across the world as a leader and sought-after collaborator. Her distinguished career continues to reach higher levels marked by new music and exciting collaborations. Early on, she established a stellar reputation, touring and recording with masters Joe Henderson, Wayne Shorter, James Moody, JJ Johnson, Bobby Hutcherson, and Ron Carter. Rosnes is a founding member of the SFJAZZ Collective, and is the musical director of the all-star band ARTEMIS.
Most recently featured at Rose Theater alongside Herbie Hancock and other master pianists during Jazz at Lincoln Center’s “Celebrating Chick Corea” concerts, Rosnes returns to Dizzy’s Club to showcase her latest release Kinds of Love. As pianist Billy Childs penned in the album liner notes, “Renee Rosnes stands at the summit of pianist-composers who have left—and continue to leave—an indelible mark on this music.”
PERFORMANCE LINEUP
Renee Rosnes, piano
Steve Wilson, alto & soprano sax
Peter Washington, bass
Carl Allen, drums
Photo: Ayano Hisa
WYCLIFFE GORDON & HIS INTERNATIONAL ALL-STARS
Wednesday, November 23rd through Sunday, November 27th
Tickets: start at $25
ABOUT THE SHOW
Beloved trombone master Wycliffe Gordon—a former star of the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra and the Wynton Marsalis Septet—brings a deep, energetic pocket to every bandstand. He continues a celebrated Jazz at Lincoln Center tradition, kicking off the holiday season with a five-night stay at Dizzy’s Club and a special performance on Thanksgiving. Gordon’s dynamic command of big bands and small ensembles radiates from his mind and body through the bell of his horn. Says Marsalis, “Just his presence is a creative experience.”
On Thanksgiving Day, November 24, Dizzy’s Club will serve a festive three-course prix fixe Thanksgiving feast.
PERFORMANCE LINEUP
Wycliffe Gordon, trombone/vocals
Adrian Cunningham, reeds
Ehud Asherie, piano
Yasushi Nakamura, bass
Alvin Atkinson, drums
SHADES OF DJANGO WITH STÉPHANE WREMBEL
Friday, November 4th and Saturday, November 5th
Location: Rose Theater
Tickets: start at $40.50
WHAT TO EXPECT
- An exploration of Django Reinhardt’s “Hot Jazz” style and his storied career
- There will be a free pre-concert lecture at 7pm for each performance
ABOUT THE CONCERT
Shades of Django with Stéphane Wrembel is French-born guitarist Stéphane Wrembel’s celebration of the legacy of Belgian-born Manouche Romany guitarist-composer Django Reinhardt (1910–1953), the first non-American jazz genius, whose improvisational abilities were on par with the greatest of American soloists. Joined by special guests mandolin virtuoso Sam Bush, rising piano star Sean Mason, and fellow French-born vocalist Cyrille Aimeé for his first Jazz at Lincoln Center mainstage concert after a successful Fall 2021 engagement at Dizzy’s Club, Wrembel, who specializes in Reinhardt’s “Hot Jazz” style, will interpret the different phases of Django’s storied career.
STEVE MILLER ON STEVE MILLER:
A BLUES AND ROCK AND ROLL JOURNEY
Friday, November 11th and Saturday, November 12th
Location: Rose Theater
Tickets: start at $40.50
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Guest artists join the blues-rock legend for an exciting night of music
ABOUT THE CONCERT
Another old friend of JALC is Steve Miller, the renowned blues-rock guitarist, multi-platinum-selling singer/songwriter, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, and 2020 Songwriters Hall of Fame entrant. Joined by a number of guest artists, Miller presents his 6th annual exploration of a different flavor of the blues on Steve Miller on Steve Miller: A Blues and Rock and Roll Journey. “We believe that American roots music—different types of regional blues, country music, early rock-and-roll—is one of the fundamentals of jazz,” Wynton Marsalis says. “We need to return to that music to get to the bottom of a fundamental understanding of ourselves.”
FIRST FRIDAY
Friday, November 4th 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, or activity throughout the day. Every First Friday is different, offering unique opportunities to engage with rotating exhibitions and the permanent collection.
All Day Viewing: A Maharaja & His World
1:00pm – Exquisite Corpse with Jordan Seiler $15
3:00pm – Air India Curatorial Tour
5:00pm – Disability Justice Zinemaking Workshop
6:00pm – Air India Artist’s Tour
7:30pm – Collage Workshop with Katherine Toukhy $10
COLLABORATIVE PAPER MARBLING
Friday, November 18th from 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Tickets: $20
Led by cultural worker and teaching artist Fan Kong, this workshop will introduce beginners to suminagashi, the oldest paper marbling technique. This meditative practice involves floating colors on the surface of water and delicately transferring them to paper. Each participant will learn to create and experiment with suminagashi in small groups. Along the way, we will reflect on and challenge traditional thinking processes through creative problem solving and mindfulness.
MY BROKEN LANGUAGE
Tuesday, October 18th through Sunday, November 27th
Tickets: start at $49
WORLD PREMIERE
The season kicks off with Pulitzer Prize-winner Quiara Alegría Hudes’s return to Signature for the second play in her Premiere Residency (following the 2016 world premiere of Daphne’s Dive), the stage adaptation of her memoir My Broken Language. The world premiere production, directed by Hudes and colliding monologue, literary reading, music, and movement in its depiction of an author growing up in a Puerto Rican family in Philadelphia, continues a momentous moment for the playwright: in 2021, she released the acclaimed book on which the play is based, and her Tony-nominated stage musical collaboration with Lin Manuel-Miranda, In the Heights, reached audiences around the world as a beloved major motion picture. (Hudes penned the book in the Broadway production and the film’s screenplay).
FALL FOLIAGE: ACCESSIBLE VIEWS FROM THE GARDEN
Saturday, November 5th from 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Location: Meet at Perkins Visitor Center
Tickets: free with admission to the ground.
Enjoy colorful foliage at its seasonal peak. Senior Horticultural Interpreter Jess Brey shares some of her favorite trees and shrubs in their vibrant fall finery. Registration is not required for this drop-in event. Fall Foliage Walks are most appropriate for adults or young adults.
CONCERT: SAMARA JOY
Sunday, November 6th from 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Location: Armor Hall
Tickets: $30 Adult/$14 Child (8-18), including admission to the grounds. Advance tickets $2 off. Wave Hill Members save 10%.
Born and raised in the Bronx, rising star Samara Joy’s velvety, smooth voice puts her own enchanting interpretation on jazz standards from the Great American Songbook. After winning the 2019 Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition at the age of 19, she released her debut album Samara Joy. As one of America’s most promising young vocalists, she has already performed in many of the great jazz venues in New York, including Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Dizzy’s Club Coca Cola, The Blue Note and the Apollo as well as at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center. On her latest release, Linger Awhile, 22-year-old Samara Joy makes her case to join the likes of Sarah, Ella and Billie as the next jazz singing sensation recorded by the venerable Verve Records.
ICE SKATING IN CENTRAL PARK
October 24th through March 15th
Tickets: start at $10
Time to get your tickets for the wonderful season ahead!
As stewards of the historic gathering space that is Wollman Rink, we pledge to spark bliss that exhilarates the community’s sense of connection, positivity and possibility. We can’t wait to get this season started!
PEOPLE’S KITCHEN: GUEST CHEF APPEARANCE – CHEF JAE JUNG
Saturday, November 26th from 3:00pm – 5:00pm
Tickets: rink admission is required
Come meet Chef Jae Jung, founder of KJUN, a critically-acclaimed Korean-Cajun pop-up in New York City. Chef Jae’s cuisine has been featured in the New York Times, Eater, FOOD & WINE Magazine, Bon Appétit Magazine, the New Yorker, and Bloomberg Pursuits, which named KJUN one of the Best New Restaurants in New York. Jae Jung has also appeared as a competitor on Bravo TV’s Top Chef.
Try her delicious Korean-Cajun cuisine available at the Wollman Cafe from Friday, November 25th through Sunday, November 27th:
- Cajun Spiced Pork Ribs with Jalapeño Honey Cornbread and Potato-Daikon Salad
MAKE MERRY WITH NORDSTROM AT WOLLMAN RINK!
From November through December, prepare to embrace the joy of the season with magical, merry-making holiday experiences presented by Nordstrom, in a brand new tradition at the wonderful world of Wollman Rink!
- The Nordstrom Chill Lounge – a stylish, heated rinkside retreat, outfitted by Nordstrom, is part of the newly-launched Premier Pass experience. The Premier Pass, available as an upgrade to rink admission purchases online or in-person, includes expedited rink entry, skate rental concierge service, 2 hours of tent access, cozy “fireside” seating, complimentary coffee, hot chocolate, tea and refreshments, as well as a dedicated tent attendant and locker. Premier Passes are released one week in advance of public skating dates.
- Skate ‘n’ Sit with Santa – special appearances from Nordstrom’s own in-store Santa on select days in November and December.
- Warmth of the Season – hot chocolate tastings every weekend (3:00 PM – 5:00 PM, alternating Saturdays and Sundays)
- Nordstrom After School Free Skates – families involved in the NYC Parks Afterschool program will have the opportunity to access a free skate from November to December.
- Daily “Sweet Treats” – Nordstrom is offering a complimentary “sweet treat” at Nordstrom NYC on a first-come, first-served basis for guests presenting same-day Wollman Rink tickets in-store. While daily supplies last, see the Wollman Box office for details.
EXCITING EVENTS AROUND THE BRONX: NOVEMBER 2022
By Great Performances
Explore exciting community events around the Bronx during November of 2022.
2022 BRONX RIVER SLOW ROLL
Saturday, November 5th from 11:00am to 1:00pm
Location: Bronx River Greenway
Join the Bronx River Greenway Team for a family-friendly ride down the Bronx River Greenway. This 5.5-mile slow roll will give us a chance to meet in person while talking about biking, our neighborhoods, and activism in the Bronx. We’ll stop at important sites along the Greenway like Shoelace Park, Ranaqua, East Tremont/177th Street, and Starlight Park. We’ll finish off the ride at Concrete Plant Park where the Edible Food Banquet will be taking place. Feel free to stick around!
IN-PERSON COMMUNITY FOOD BANQUET
Saturday, November 5th from 12:00pm to 4:00pm
Location: Bronx River House (1490 Sheridan Blvd)
Follow along with Journei Bimwala of Bronx River Alliance and Candace Thompson of Solar One at Stuy Cove Park as they share easy ways to make wild foods into delectable drinks and tasty snacks fit for a Wild Food Banquet. LIVE streamed to viewers through the Bronx River Alliance YouTube Channel (Youtube.com/BronxRiverAlliance), participants will build a new relationship with the wild plants growing all around them. You’ll never see the weeds in your tree pit the same ever again.
Join local foragers and community chefs in a day celebrating the harvest season! Enjoy wild food tastings, teas and wild food drinks, cooking demos, music, performances and more.
BRONX ZOO HOLIDAY LIGHTS
Friday, November 18th through Sunday, January 8th
Join us for a family holiday festival at the Bronx Zoo. During the evenings, the park comes to life with holiday cheer as immersive light displays, custom-designed animal lanterns and animated light shows sparkle across the zoo. The celebration includes festive entertainment, seasonal treats, the Holiday Train, and classic holiday music. The walk-through experience is a beloved tradition, enchanting and fun for all ages.
2022 FORDHAM ROAD SIDEWALK SALES
November 10th-13th, November 26th & 27th from 12:00pm to 7:00pm
Location: Fordham Road from Jerome to Washington Avenue
The Fordham Road BID will host sidewalk sales from 12:00pm to 7:00pm along Fordham Road twice a month this year. All are welcome and encouraged to participate! Join us from Jerome to Washington Avenues to give residents the opportunity for huge savings while shopping in their local neighborhood.
FALL FOREST WEEKEND
Saturday, November 12th and Sunday, November 13th from 11:00am to 4:00pm
Tickets: Adults: $30, Students: $28, Children (2-12): $15, Children under 2: Free
Explore over 50 acres of the Thain Family Forest – New York’s largest old-growth woodland landscape – in its full fall splendor! You’ll experience the forest through a different lens with a new visual tour from Chenae Bullock, a member and historian of the Shinnecock Nation, and in-person guided tours centering the indigenous history of the Bronx River and its environs from Moskehtu Consulting. Try your hand at colorful fall leaf identification, learn how the NYBG Herbarium staff mount and preserve botanical specimens, and follow Edgar Allen Poe’s footsteps along the Spicebush trail in this annual spotlight on the forest’s natural beauty, history, and ecological conservation efforts.
NYBG GLOW
November 18–19, 23, 25–26 from 5:00pm – 10:00pm
Experience the magic of New York City’s largest outdoor holiday light experience.
This holiday season, NYBG GLOW returns for its third year. Discover the beauty of our landscape and historic buildings after dark, breathtakingly illuminated across the Garden. Building upon sold-out evenings the past two years, NYBG GLOW expands across even more of the Garden’s magnificent collections. And take in our fun-filled evening offerings with artistic, music, and pop-up performances around the Garden.
Round out your experience with an after-dark visit to the Holiday Train Show® under the glow of the Haupt Conservatory by purchasing a special combination ticket. Enjoy a drink, hot cocoa, and a bite to eat at one of our outdoor bars or the Bronx Night Market Holiday Pop-Up. And take in even more festive evening offerings with artistic performances around the Garden.
Start a new holiday tradition and get outside this season with NYBG GLOW!
LIVING WITH URBAN COYOTES
Sunday, November 5th from 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Location: Pelham Bay Nature Center (Bruckner Boulevard and Wilkinson Avenue)
New York City is home to an amazing abundance of wildlife. Our Urban Park Rangers will guide you to the best wildlife viewing spots in the urban jungle. Learn about the basic biology of these super smart and energetic animals. We will also discuss how to safely coexists with these animals in our parks.
THE PELHAM BAY SUPER HIKE
Saturday, November 19th from 11:00am to 1:00pm
Location: Pelham Bay Nature Center (Bruckner Boulevard and Wilkinson Avenue)
Urban Park Ranger hiking guides will introduce you to the hidden gems of New York City. Urban Park Rangers will lead hikers through some of the hidden gems of Pelham Bay Park on a lengthy journey through the park’s diverse forests and ecosystems. Please wear comfortable walking shoes.
NATURE’S WORKSHOP: FALL FOLLIAGE WATERCOLOR PAINTING
Sunday, November 6th from 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Location: Van Cortlandt Nature Center
Join the Urban Park Rangers for the Nature’s Workshop series. Each program in this series explores its topic in-depth and allows you to develop a skill, participate in a hands-on project, and indulge your curiosity. Get inspired by the changing seasons and let the colors of fall flow in your artwork. The Urban Park Rangers will provide the supplies, all you need to bring is your creativity.
NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH: NATIVE AMERICANS PAST TO PRESENT
Saturday, November 19th from 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Location: Van Cortlandt Nature Center
During Native American Heritage Month, explore the past and present experience of Native Americans. Urban Park Rangers will discuss how the Lenape used the area’s plants, wildlife, and waterways, as well as how their legacy continues to persist today in the Bronx and beyond.