Name: FUSA - French USA Contemporary Dance Festival
Start: 2026-10-22T19:00:00-04:00
Location: Lycée Français De New York

Lycée Français De New York

Led by the Althea Dance Company, implemented between Paris and New York, FUSA is a contemporary dance project that builds a living bridge between the French and American dance scenes. This dance festival brings together six companies from diverse backgrounds to explore, experiment and meet on stage, celebrating the encounter between two cultures and the power of movement as a universal language.

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Led by the Althea Dance Company, implemented between Paris and New York, FUSA is a contemporary dance project that builds a...

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After School Art Explorers
Free Drop-In Program
Tuesdays, Oct 6, 20, Nov 3, 17, Dec 1, 15
2:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Preschoolers and elementary school-aged children are invited to explore and create during these drop-in Tuesday afternoon sessions. Inspired by artworks on view, families will encounter a variety of art-making processes with different themes each session.

RSVP is recommended, please RSVP for all adults and children attending; walk ups are also welcome. This program is free and takes place while the Museum is closed to the public.

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After School Art Explorers
Free Drop-In Program
Tuesdays, Oct 6, 20, Nov 3, 17, Dec 1, 15
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92NY

Two-time Academy Award winner Michael Douglas joins us for the launch of his new memoir, One Helluva Ride, and to reflect on his remarkable life on and offscreen.
Opening up about his fractured childhood and a complex relationship with his superstar father, Kirk Douglas, in his new memoir Michael Douglas finally gives the full and uncensored account of his life. Initially dismissed as the handsome son of a legendary movie star, Douglas went on to star in films that captured the zeitgeist of his generation, including The China Syndrome, Romancing the Stone, Fatal Attraction, Wall Street, Basic Instinct, The American President, Traffic, and many others.
Yet as Douglas’s fame grew, so did his personal struggles. He recounts the full, unfiltered story of his turbulent first mar­riage; his struggle with alcohol, drugs and rehab; the heartbreaking fight to save his son from an addiction that sent him to prison; and his against-all-odds battle with stage IV cancer.
In his first live appearance for the book in NYC, hear Douglas reveal behind-the-scenes stories featuring a who’s who of Hollywood — including his enduring marriage and love story with Catherine Zeta-Jones. Don’t miss this deeply honest, vulnerable conversation with the Michael Douglas you didn’t know until now.
Every ticket includes a signed copy of&nbsp;One Helluva Ride.

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Michael Douglas in Conversation: One Helluva Ride

Two-time Academy Award winner Michael Douglas joins us for the launch of his new memoir, One Helluva Ride, and to reflect on...

The Joyce Theater

The&nbsp;Limón
Dance Company (LDC)&nbsp;continues
its celebration of the company’s 80-year history with a captivating
program that honors eight decades of revolutionary modern dance by
its founder, José Limón, and amplifies the voices of today. The
program runs at The Joyce Theater, 175 Eighth Avenue, NYC, from
October 6-11, 2026 and features a Curtain Chat on October 7.
Performances: Tuesday-Friday at 7:30pm, Saturday at 2pm &amp; 7:30p,
and Sunday at 2pm. Tickets start at $17, including fees, and are
available at
<a href="https://www.joyce.org/performances/limon-dance-company-ns9f/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.joyce.org/performances/limon-dance-company-ns9f/</a>.



The&nbsp;Limón
Dance Company’s 80th anniversary celebration bridges legacy and
innovation through landmark new work commissions and powerful
cultural partnerships over 18 months, solidifying the Company as one
of the most vital voices within the landscape of American and global
dance. The company also honors six years of leadership from Artistic
Director Dante Puleio, who took the helm of Limón Dance Company in
2020 just as the dance world went into lockdown. Puleio’s artistic
vision pairs new commissions by brilliant contemporary choreographers
with radical revivals of legacy works by José Limón and his mentor
Doris Humphrey. Six years later, we have celebrated 6 world
premieres, 10 acclaimed reconstructions of iconic dances, 2 historic
museum installations celebrating Limón’s contemporary impact, and
our first Bessie Award in twenty years. The success of his approach
has emphasized Limón’s importance in today’s world, showcasing
how legacy work can speak across generations when it is
contextualized for today’s audiences.

The
program will include both José Limón’s 1958 work&nbsp;Mazurkas&nbsp;and
LDC’s 2025 commission, Aszure Barton’s&nbsp;Join.&nbsp;Mazurkas,
born from Limón’s journey to Poland after World War II, was
inspired by the resilient spirit of the Polish people. Limón crafted
a work of exuberant movement and rich musicality as a tribute to his
dancers and the indomitable vitality he witnessed abroad. The
original cast members were all part of the grueling and euphoric 1957
European tour, which inspired both&nbsp;Missa Brevis&nbsp;and&nbsp;Mazurkas.
But it was the purpose behind the creation of&nbsp;Mazurkas&nbsp;that
sets this work apart, it was Jose’s ways of personally thanking
each dancer with a solo or duet especially tailored to that artists’
particular qualities. Even today sections of the work are still
referred to by the names of the original cast members, providing a
direct line to the dance icons that each section was created to
honor. The work is aptly set to ten mazurkas by Frédéric Chopin,
widely considered one of the greatest Polish composers of his time.
This historical reconstruction comes to life with live piano
accompaniment, and will be performed in its entirety for the first
time since 1964.

The
program will close with the 2025 commission of Aszure Barton’s&nbsp;Join,
created in collaboration with Grammy-nominated composer Ambrose
Akinmusire. Together they have taken José Limón's vivid, poetic
description of a lost Doris Humphrey work and created a new world of
spellbinding movement and transcendent storytelling. Doris Humphrey
choreographed an enormous body of work, some of which are still
regularly performed, some sit on shelves waiting to be rediscovered,
and some are lost entirely. In Limón’s&nbsp;An Unfinished
Memoir, he recalls his mentor’s process and staging
of&nbsp;Orestes&nbsp;with adoration and respect, claiming it
“as one of her greatest works”. Unfortunately the work’s
magnitude, with an orchestral score by Darius Milhaud, made it
impossible to produce, so it never premiered.

Barton
was so moved by Limón's writing, she took his words as inspiration
for a new piece rather than attempting to recreate a lost Humphrey
work. This springboard of inspiration connects the performing artists
steeped in the Humphrey/Limón tradition to the forefront of
contemporary dance making; bridging generations of artists who make
up a tapestry of artistic exploration built over a century. Aptly
titled&nbsp;Join, Barton’s work centers on relationships in
a group dynamic and the complex interconnectivity that joins them.

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Limón Dance Company Continues 80th Anniversary...

The Limón
Dance Company (LDC) continues
its celebration of the company’s 80-year history with a captivating
program that honors...

Limón Dance Company Continues 80th Anniversary Celebration at The Joyce Theater

Struggling with aches, stiffness, or fatigue from long hours of sitting?&nbsp;Good posture can help reduce muscle strain, improve comfort, and support the way your body moves throughout the day. Join us for this interactive three-part workshop and learn practical exercises and everyday strategies to improve alignment, reduce fatigue, and build healthier movement habits.
Topics include:
<ul><li>Posture fundamentals and body alignment</li><li>Workstation ergonomics for home and office settings</li><li>Exercises to improve strength, flexibility, and mobility</li><li>Simple habits that can support long-term postural health</li></ul>
Program Dates: October 7, 14, &amp; 21 
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 
Format: Zoom 
Cost: $50 for all 3 classes
Register today to reserve your spot.
Register today: <a href="https://communityed.hss.edu/en/custom-registration-from?utm_campaign=Patch_Webinars" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://communityed.hss.edu/en/custom-registration-from?utm_campaign=Patch_Webinars</a>
This program is designed to provide general health information and does not offer individual medical advice.

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Improve Your Posture with an HSS Online Program

Struggling with aches, stiffness, or fatigue from long hours of sitting? Good posture can help reduce muscle strain, improve...

Staying active as you age takes more than exercise alone. Join us for a free Zoom webinar to learn how strength training, movement, recovery, nutrition, and other healthy habits can help support muscle, bone, and joint health during midlife and beyond.
Topics include:
<ul><li>Building and maintaining strength as you age</li><li>Supporting bone and joint health through physical activity</li><li>Recovery strategies to help prevent injury</li><li>The role of nutrition and lifestyle habits in long-term wellness</li><li>Practical, evidence-based approaches to staying active and performing at your best</li></ul>
Speaker:
<ul><li>Deirdre S. Rodericks, MD, Spine and Sports Medicine Physiatrist</li></ul>
Date: October 7, 2026 
Format: Virtual (Zoom)





Register today:&nbsp;<a href="https://communityed.hss.edu/en/custom-registration-from?utm_campaign=Patch_Webinars" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://communityed.hss.edu/en/custom-registration-from?utm_campaign=Patch_Webinars</a>
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Please contact <a href="mailto:communityed@hss.edu">communityed@hss.edu</a> with any questions.

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Staying Strong Through Midlife and Beyond: HSS...

Staying active as you age takes more than exercise alone. Join us for a free Zoom webinar to learn how strength training,...

Staying Strong Through Midlife and Beyond: HSS Free Webinar!

New York School of Interior Design

Join award-winning author Carolyn Dailey for an intimate evening celebrating her book, The Creative Entrepreneur, on Wednesday, October 7. Through candid conversations with some of today’s influential figures across fashion, art, design, film, and music, Dailey's book offers unparalleled wisdom from iconic artists and a rare behind-the-scenes look at how creative lives are built. The event will conclude with an audience Q&amp;A and book signing.

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The Creative Entrepreneur: Building a Life in...

Join award-winning author Carolyn Dailey for an intimate evening celebrating her book, The Creative Entrepreneur, on Wednesday,...

The Creative Entrepreneur: Building a Life in Creativity

Directed by Jean-Paul Salomé (2025) With Reda Kateb, Sara Giraudeau, Bastien Bouillon, Pierre Lottin… Running time: 128 minsIn French with English Subtitles.&nbsp;<a href="https://culturalcenter.lfny.org/event/the-money-maker/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Free with RSVP.</a>
Set in post-war France, the film stars Reda Kateb as Bojarski, a real-life Polish refugee who became the most ingenious counterfeiter of his time. For over 15 years, he secretly produced near-perfect banknotes in his own backyard—so authentic they could fool the Bank of France itself. But his illusion catches the relentless attention of Commissioner Mattei (Bastien Bouillon), whose obsession with capturing Bojarski turns into a thrilling game of cat and mouse.

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The Money Maker

Directed by Jean-Paul Salomé (2025) With Reda Kateb, Sara Giraudeau, Bastien Bouillon, Pierre Lottin… Running time: 128 minsIn...

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