Kaatsbaan Cultural Park

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park&nbsp;presents&nbsp;What Inspires: Readings and Conversation with Jo Ann Beard and Mary-Beth Hughes&nbsp;on Friday, October 9 at 7PM at <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/120+Broadway?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">120 Broadway</a> Tivoli, NY 12583. Tickets start at $10 and can be reserved <a href="https://llpzyycab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Ex_KaF14zUwHph2RSUnh_0QFAS0QPWTP52_6X1HWcHsu7JFno-JOPfrKAdBj4e3I1e3JIfbBrWRKJSZVRBVmG8uzg2eDL93mmQsew7sGBh0rwwzsuzc-dxs5cEskVBiHl0UuYq15873ECt7HOufvdCxJYSSxmzBoQd-l7sw1ulPIY-Oa2DPeOOKjqfvXA3lUK2i0ofuVxcIfI7AN_PomRjRI_GrKM-NT&amp;c=9qgFTRJFAUgGqPw2JaLms53IgzEqIs_em3WCc9OLbF_R9aLnYu3idQ==&amp;ch=GqAe8oKeyTnTvf5bmURWsCl9BCBEej74JBSNfN0GCQitN8DMy9LfkA==" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>.
Join celebrated writers Jo Ann Beard and Mary-Beth Hughes for an evening of readings and conversation exploring artistic inspiration and literary kinship.
Please join us for a reception in our Lobby Gallery following the conversation. Presented in partnership with&nbsp;<a href="https://llpzyycab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Ex_KaF14zUwHph2RSUnh_0QFAS0QPWTP52_6X1HWcHsu7JFno-JOPfrKAdBj4e3IX6VXtvQegQDJXAJMtYe08GCd5vJV2zIrp6b9TtdWGHAonOf-6uyzUn88Y6Wgj9jhu6H4ackceBM1Ham4R6prfw==&amp;c=9qgFTRJFAUgGqPw2JaLms53IgzEqIs_em3WCc9OLbF_R9aLnYu3idQ==&amp;ch=GqAe8oKeyTnTvf5bmURWsCl9BCBEej74JBSNfN0GCQitN8DMy9LfkA==" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">A Public Space</a>&nbsp;and as part of their&nbsp;<a href="https://llpzyycab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Ex_KaF14zUwHph2RSUnh_0QFAS0QPWTP52_6X1HWcHsu7JFno-JOPfrKAdBj4e3Iszhtg3vbpZvn3MKWcKlhtnWSIlALdPe0h4N5GV_zETVI4ZEc69nOOuJSWkitiOs9Yekv445l1okfJJWP-ExWOXbu_earE6yOyB8s6XXf9AL1eIxT4e-N7LCmR4NP3LlF3lGqzC0CAv5eJP7XizYULpHSU84xTJuS-RKggXV4aqI=&amp;c=9qgFTRJFAUgGqPw2JaLms53IgzEqIs_em3WCc9OLbF_R9aLnYu3idQ==&amp;ch=GqAe8oKeyTnTvf5bmURWsCl9BCBEej74JBSNfN0GCQitN8DMy9LfkA==" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Weekend Writers’Retreat</a>, an annual long weekend of writing, reading, and conversation, hosted by Kaatsbaan.

Jo Ann Beard’s books include the essay collections&nbsp;The Boys of My Youth&nbsp;and&nbsp;Festival Days, which was a New York Times Notable Book and Boston Globe Best Book of the Year; and the novel&nbsp;In Zanesville&nbsp;(all Little, Brown).&nbsp;The Collected Works of Jo Ann Beard&nbsp;was published last year by Serpent’s Tail. The recipient of a Whiting Award and an American Academy of Arts and Letters Award in Literature, she teaches writing at Sarah Lawrence College.
Mary-Beth Hughes&nbsp;is the author of two novels,&nbsp;Wavemaker II&nbsp;and&nbsp;The Loved Ones; a story collection,&nbsp;Double Happiness; and, most recently,&nbsp;The Ocean House, a novel in stories (all Grove). She has been a DeWitt-Wallace/Reader’s Digest Fellow at MacDowell, the Director’s Guest at Civitella Ranieri, and a guest at Yaddo. She has taught creative writing at Pratt Institute, NYU, Skidmore College, Bennington College Writing Seminars, and A Public Space.
About Kaatsbaan Cultural Park
The mission of Kaatsbaan Cultural Park is to provide an extraordinary environment for cultural innovation and excellence by providing artists at any stage of their careers with creative residencies at state-of-the-art facilities, and presenting audiences and communities with annual festivals, educational programs, and events. As both an incubator for creativity and presenter for world-class artists in dance, theater, music, film, spoken and written word, and culinary and visual arts, Kaatsbaan provides artists with state-of-the-art dance studios, accommodations, an indoor theater, and outdoor stages. Sited on 153 Hudson River-adjacent acres, Kaatsbaan is free of urban facilities’ space and time constraints, allowing for exciting levels of artistic exploration, creative action, and achievement—just two hours north of New York City.
Kaatsbaan Cultural Park is committed to the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the arts as we aim to present, promote, and embrace programming that accurately reflects our society. We encourage a broadly diverse group of individuals to participate in our programs and join our Board and Staff, and insist on being inclusive of all peoples regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, socio-economic background, or physical or mental ability.
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Korean Cultural Center New York

WHITE WAVE Dance and Korean Culture Center New York&nbsp;present&nbsp;Waves of Korean Contemporary Danceon Friday, October 9 and Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 7:30 PM at Korean Cultural Center New York (<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/122+E+32nd+Street,+New+York,+NY+10016?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">122 E 32nd Street, New York, NY 10016</a>). Tickets are FREE and will be available&nbsp;<a href="https://llpzyycab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001sLluigVAJzdecw9L49ZkyQd27J9-15ri9nNrzHAmLDeuHGEsCQ6yaqX7c_f3Js8JEcSxUZ6oGWWhraoA2jtkmZGHW83G9v_PSJY0ldKneJYgbDRVscROjEnwJ61JXWJbDrPfmVO1ugsD7v2nrbzjwCthDVtxbZJ3yg_YGATKZ0fVPkXkxDt5QmFa1SrERkbQQkBqTj1AX3anMCnZfDUvEgKFajB9oXRZkd-izAMOPD29r-kIuTbmNMWRPbBALFs9&amp;c=dYni8tHxaejyHZZp3LysErubLl3_QwmAVgyXL-8L-oUbOQrPAVLMPQ==&amp;ch=WVGcVDdCggXvo0xmTKsi9sdq-39M_6D1yZ4oPbMX0q8kS_AKtFNJ5Q==" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>&nbsp;starting September 16.

Waves of Korean Contemporary Dance&nbsp;brings together three distinct voices in contemporary dance, presenting works by&nbsp;WHITE WAVE Young Soon Kim Dance Company, Andamiro Art Company, and choreographer Lee Dongha.
Spanning different generations, artistic perspectives, and approaches to movement, the program explores the diverse possibilities of Korean contemporary dance. From narrative-driven choreography and dynamic physical expression to works inspired by history, society, and human experience, the three works offer audiences an opportunity to encounter the evolving language of Korean contemporary dance.
Presented by the Korean Cultural Center New York and WHITE WAVE Young Soon Kim Dance Company, the program reflects KCCNY’s ongoing efforts to introduce the breadth and vitality of Korean performing arts to New York audiences and to create a space where established and emerging artists can share their distinct artistic perspectives on one stage. Together, the works highlight the continuing development of Korean contemporary dance and the diverse voices shaping its future.
PROGRAM
MOON&nbsp;- ANDAMIRO ART COMPANY (approx. 20 mins)
GERNICA AGAIN&nbsp;- DONGHA LEE (approx. 25 mins)
INTERMISSION (10 mins)
Here NOW So Long&nbsp;-&nbsp;WHITE WAVE Young Soon Kim Dance Company (approx. 40 mins)
MOON
Andamiro Art Company
MOON&nbsp;is a storytelling-based contemporary dance work that follows the Andamiro Expedition as they set out to find a legendary door said to be hidden somewhere inside the moon and capable of granting wishes.
The Korean title Mun carries multiple meanings: moon, door, gateway, and question. Each member of the expedition has a distinct personality, and together they take on new challenges as they pass through unpredictable worlds and unfamiliar gateways in search of the legendary door. At times, they lose their way or feel discouraged, but by overcoming moments that would be difficult to face alone, they gradually grow together.
Through vivid characters and dynamic movement,&nbsp;MOON&nbsp;captures the excitement and playfulness of adventure. It tells a warm story about growing through challenge and adventure, and about how even the most difficult journey can ultimately be completed when undertaken together.
For its New York presentation, the original 60-minute full-length production for ten dancers has been adapted into a 25-minute version performed by three dancers. By condensing the work’s central narrative and key scenes, this adaptation presents the expedition’s adventurous journey in search of the legendary door.
Choreography:&nbsp;Kim Junghwan
Performers:&nbsp;Kim Jieun, Moon Hyerin, Park Sojeong
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Guernica Again&nbsp;Lee Dongha
Guernica Again&nbsp;is a motif of Picasso’s original ’ Guernica, ’ which was the background of Nazi’s indiscriminate bombing of civilians. The choreographer deals with the violence and feelings that penetrate history and events within the frame of the theory that similar events in the past and present repeat in parallel. Historical events of Picasso’s views on the victims by the era of ‘Guernica’, Comfort Women, ‘Cheonanham accident’ and ‘the sinking of Sewol ferry’. These themes, through the choreographer’s eyes, deal with
the death of civilians and essential themes of life. The choreographer will present a narrative led by a strong life force struggling from constraints and violence in memory of those who have suffered indiscriminately in their time through the Guernica Again repertoire.&nbsp;Guernica Again&nbsp;has been published in two versions, the 16-member group piece and the solo version.
Choreography &amp; Performer:&nbsp;Lee Dongha
Please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://llpzyycab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001sLluigVAJzdecw9L49ZkyQd27J9-15ri9nNrzHAmLDeuHGEsCQ6yaqX7c_f3Js8JEcSxUZ6oGWWhraoA2jtkmZGHW83G9v_PSJY0ldKneJYgbDRVscROjEnwJ61JXWJbDrPfmVO1ugsD7v2nrbzjwCthDVtxbZJ3yg_YGATKZ0fVPkXkxDt5QmFa1SrERkbQQkBqTj1AX3anMCnZfDUvEgKFajB9oXRZkd-izAMOPD2aGO9DQD-hcuWzT7slApCg&amp;c=dYni8tHxaejyHZZp3LysErubLl3_QwmAVgyXL-8L-oUbOQrPAVLMPQ==&amp;ch=WVGcVDdCggXvo0xmTKsi9sdq-39M_6D1yZ4oPbMX0q8kS_AKtFNJ5Q==" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Waves of Korean Contemporary Dance — Korean Cultural Center New York</a>


for more information about the&nbsp;Waves of Korean Contemporary Dance
THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS
WHITE WAVE’s programs are supported, in part, by public funds from The New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council, New York State Council on the Arts, The New York Community Trust, Harkness Foundation for Dance, Mosaic Network &amp; Fund, Grace Charity Foundation Inc., JOHN RYAN, Charles and Joan Gross Family Foundation, and Individual Arts Supporters like you.

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WHITE WAVE Dance and Korean Culture Center New York present Waves of Korean Contemporary Danceon Friday, October 9 and...

WHITE WAVE Dance and Korean Cultural Center New York present Waves of Korean Contemporary Dance

Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre

The artists and board of&nbsp;Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre&nbsp;will share an intimate first look at the creative process of their developing work,&nbsp;Exposed, set for Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 6PM at Amanda Selwyn Dance Studio, 412 Broadway, 2nd Floor, New York, NY, 10013. Tickets are free and can be reserved&nbsp;<a href="https://llpzyycab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001FzMgJ9rKHdh-XP0437X2y6fMvY230sXy9MFcjJdA-97HOfsSF_j5pPM7fWnPDWrwv8CzuR4UQGRV9M49koN9KNHZUkkhgpD2NNY1s_xgLJxewLDLs51tXHU5LZfebCELGrD-447eWZ0Sx19WxYlriTAYVpwqMZuO9Wia47c-XEDNQjlv8gSCBFuUpJMMssudnTb1jTRrzQvUZsaFs3qjpWZt-eV_E5XS&amp;c=AW6ltKp7KJob3Vhda6_aTexVPMoEqkKbM2v2zkRNZtq3ad3l9LYPkg==&amp;ch=e3exZX3otWLmE7JMCUcuZhXFECijOipIkzUr_llDQhdu9Ge_g2kM1Q==" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>.
The open rehearsal will be followed by a wine and cheese reception.

Exposed, Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre’s 27th Annual Performance Season, is an evening-length work that explores vulnerability, vision, and courage. The scenic design creates an ever-changing landscape of pathways, levels, and partitions that conceals, distorts, confounds, beckons, and demands resilience. The choreography traces a journey from fragmentation and restraint to openness and release, unfolding through fluid partnering, interconnected ensemble work, sweeping phrases, buoyant lifts, and soaring moments of suspension that embody trust and transformation. The Full Theatrical Premiere of&nbsp;Exposed&nbsp;will take place from March 11-13, 2027 at&nbsp;New York Live Arts.

The Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre&nbsp;creates dynamic dance theatre that activates emotional expression. Through an interplay of athletic and articulate motion, they present theatrical and immediate works that engage audiences from start to finish and beckon a response of thought, feeling, and soul.
Amanda Selwyn&nbsp;(Artistic Director/Choreographer) founded Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre/Notes in Motion in 2000 and, in 27 seasons, has directed over 130 productions, developed a network of artists, and created Notes in Motion’s dance education program. Amanda recently taught workshops and residencies at Peridance, Bucknell University, Hofstra University, NYU, SUNY New Paltz, BMCC, Baruch, New Women, NY, the NY Gender Conference, and Temple University. Her work has been presented twice on Jacob’s Pillow Inside/Out, at Tribeca PAC, American Dance Guild Festival, DUMBO Dance Festival, APAP, COOL NY, Wassaic Dance, WestFest, Movement Research, Dixon Place, NYU’s&nbsp;Women and Theater&nbsp;conference, Dance Teacher Summit, and Pushing Progress. Amanda led workshops at 3 Face to Face conferences. Grants: NYSCA, Harkness Foundation, Mid-Atlantic Arts Foundation, Hyde and Watson Foundation, Vogler Foundation, Friars Foundation,&nbsp;<a href="https://llpzyycab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001FzMgJ9rKHdh-XP0437X2y6fMvY230sXy9MFcjJdA-97HOfsSF_j5pK2dy6vZcef8nXHNPNAsy9QZWcHIZlNx7CwmPO9vHfApt28Z0JW0BDE6bRlGIVoAIeVJxPjLRE9f05ERDXxSyIuIHLbBR_E55Lk6tiA6o1TP&amp;c=AW6ltKp7KJob3Vhda6_aTexVPMoEqkKbM2v2zkRNZtq3ad3l9LYPkg==&amp;ch=e3exZX3otWLmE7JMCUcuZhXFECijOipIkzUr_llDQhdu9Ge_g2kM1Q==" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The O'Donnell-Green Music and Dance Foundation</a>, Dizzy Feet Foundation, Bronx Arts Council, DCLA, NYC Council, Manhattan Borough President, Met Life, and Bossak/Heilbron Foundation. Amanda participated in the Choreographer's Lab program at Jacob's Pillow. She has a 500-hour yoga teacher's certification and teaches yoga privately and at Crunch Gym. She holds a Master’s degree from NYU Tisch and a B.S. from Northwestern University, with a focus on theatre, women's studies, and dance.
Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre/Notes in Motion programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. The company is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.
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Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre Announces Fall 2026 Open Rehearsal

House of the Redeemer

Gingold Theatrical Group (GTG) (David Staller, Artistic Director; Isaiah Josiah, Managing Producer) today announced&nbsp;Village Wooing, a special Salon Presentation of George Bernard Shaw’s sparkling romantic comedy. Newly adapted and directed by David Staller,&nbsp;Village Wooing&nbsp;will be presented at The House of the Redeemer (<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/7+East+95th+Street?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">7 East 95th Street</a>), a historic landmarked mansion on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, for four performances only, October 22–25, 2026.
For this special engagement, GTG will present a new gender-neutral adaptation of Shaw’s text. The adaptation opens the roles—identified simply as “A” and “Z” in Shaw’s original—to performers of any gender, illuminating the play’s contemporary resonance while preserving the wit, intelligence, and emotional intricacy of Shaw’s language.
Written in 1933,&nbsp;Village Wooing&nbsp;is one of Shaw’s most intimate, romantic, and quietly profound late works. Two resolutely independent people, each determined to remain single, meet aboard a pleasure cruise. Their conversation—at first accidental, then increasingly irresistible—continues through two later encounters as argument becomes attraction and an unlikely courtship begins to take shape. This rarely seen play is filled with Shaw’s characteristic wit, intellectual combat, and emotional surprise.
“Village Wooing&nbsp;is Shaw at his most playful, intimate, and unexpectedly romantic,” said Artistic Director David Staller. “It is a delicious battle between two people who are certain they know exactly what they want—until they meet someone who makes them see the world in a completely different way. By opening the roles to actors of any gender, we can focus even more clearly on what makes the play so enduring: the exhilarating danger of allowing another person to change your life. And I can imagine no more inviting setting for this encounter than the beautifully atmospheric library of The House of the Redeemer.”
Casting for&nbsp;Village Wooing&nbsp;will be announced at a later date.
Village Wooing&nbsp;will be presented as a Salon Presentation: an intimate theatrical event inspired by the great literary salons, bringing exceptional performers and a small audience together in an elegant and unusually personal setting.
Proceeds from&nbsp;Village Wooing&nbsp;will directly support GTG’s continuing artistic programs, including its celebrated Project Shaw reading series, the Speakers’ Corner new-play development program, and its Off-Broadway productions.
The performance schedule is Thursday, October 22, through Saturday, October 24, at 7 p.m., and Sunday, October 25, at 3 p.m.
Tickets are now on sale at <a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/village-wooing" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/village-wooing</a>. For additional information, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://llpzyycab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001TNs__3So_bsmr9xU3_n_uXb0L5gtcmqm7fo1lU8bXjWoEal213zFy-9OzxHbmWd_GtOjoM_NQSm38mMXrtgFauMuK1jITAcZfqgCNJ-nrkRzx4oxolLSUn7OVb6UyDUR5yltOoz4MNQi8ZdHJhhOIg==&amp;c=rlRyeP6IfbaPzcQGuRkZxw7KIPTL6N4BY7kXF6Mpb7s6aojzJuiOzA==&amp;ch=eAoM_bPjumYdDo20yeIS-EnhzBtspuUSnVjV1RMZN3yirTDAoxAlMA==" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">gingoldgroup.org</a>.
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<h2>ABOUT GINGOLD THEATRICAL GROUP</h2>
Gingold Theatrical Group, now in its 21st year, creates theatre that supports human rights, freedom of expression, and individual liberty, using the work and humanitarian ideals of George Bernard Shaw as its guide. Through full productions, staged readings, new-play development, and educational programs, GTG uses Shaw’s humanist values to encourage open discussion, civic engagement, and social action.
GTG’s past Off-Broadway productions include&nbsp;Man and Superman&nbsp;(2012),&nbsp;You Never Can Tell&nbsp;(2013),&nbsp;Major Barbara&nbsp;(2014),&nbsp;Widowers’ Houses&nbsp;(2016),&nbsp;Heartbreak House&nbsp;(2018),&nbsp;Caesar &amp; Cleopatra&nbsp;(2019),&nbsp;Candida(2022),&nbsp;Arms and the Man&nbsp;(2023),&nbsp;The Devil’s Disciple&nbsp;(2024), and&nbsp;Pygmalion&nbsp;(2025).
Founded in 2006 by David Staller, GTG has established a distinctive place for the work of George Bernard Shaw within the social and cultural life of New York City. Through its landmark Project Shaw series, GTG made history in 2009 as the first company ever to present performances of all 65 of Shaw’s plays, including his full-length works, one-acts, and sketches.
GTG brings together performers, writers, critics, students, academics, and the general public to explore theatrical works inspired by the humanitarian and activist values Shaw championed. With their extraordinary wit, passion, and provocative social vision, these plays continue to reveal Shaw as one of the theatre’s most inventive and incisive writers.
Major support for GTG is provided by The Buchwald Family Foundation; the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council; The Helen M. DeMario Foundation; Golden Globe Foundation; Herman Goldman Foundation; Government of Ireland Emigrant Support Programme; Marta Heflin Foundation; Michael Tuch Foundation; New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature; The Shubert Foundation; Pamela Singleton; and the National Endowment for the Arts.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT:
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Gingold Theatrical Group announces Bernard Shaw's Village Wooing 

FIAF & Le Skyroom

L’Alliance New York&nbsp;announces the North American premiere of&nbsp;Collectif Quatre Ailes’&nbsp;Mille secrets de poussins on October 24, 2026 at 11:30AM and 3PM, set for Le Skyroom at L’Alliance New York (<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/22+East+60th+Street,+8th+Floor,+New+York,+NY,+10022?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">22 East 60th Street, 8th Floor, New York, NY, 10022</a>). Tickets start at $10 and can be purchased&nbsp;<a href="https://llpzyycab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001xrGNnk54Z-5RpWxnbZ2qLtznVVcelmcdqK3Fex2YjnC1X9KHLgCvbnMQB_HOsM6Vd4v27oM_sgEIIZNDmAvWj4UYYWiE1huYoxEJ3WobZz1jGCeCKb06FKGRmJLfwEqsQ373R0i_5ToqSnG-fmKi49tjiesT0w6qJP1X2cQIz2G-08VbWadTecUeu3aFmh2MPU7of2oAebI=&amp;c=F_GTxCp3_krGtXm7I5qCKE5iStJU-zGPREzhUQv2PFtXT9adhlnnFQ==&amp;ch=xlk33eDJVtGRssKfDTSmv0dXHAZMFD38dIqVaRaOqfTBIylh5N_5SQ==" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>.
A narrator begins reading Claude Ponti’s beloved book,&nbsp;Mille secrets de poussins, but things don’t go as planned… Full of mischief, the&nbsp;poussins&nbsp;(chicks) have hidden themselves in the library and start popping out of the books to play tricks on him—especially Blaise, who wears a funny red mask.

Accompanied by animated videos and multimedia effects, the performer, who acts as both storyteller and puppeteer, leads the audience into a playful world. Designed for audiences 3 and up, the show draws on the playful, poetic, and bizarre questions and answers that fill Claude Ponti’s work. Everyone is invited to travel freely to the other side of the pages and discover the magical world of the chicks.
“Between high-tech ingenuity and pure poetic wonder, the company captures the whimsical essence of Claude Ponti’s world. A stunning sensory experience for all generations.”
—&nbsp;La Terrasse
Since 2003,&nbsp;Collectif Quatre Ailes&nbsp;has produced eleven stage and site-specific productions, establishing itself as a leading voice in contemporary visual and youth theater. Designed for audiences from age 3 to adulthood, the company’s work offers an innovative imagery-driven theater characterized by a sophisticated aesthetic and multi-layered dramaturgy that builds organic connections between generations.
At the core of its artistic process, the Collective deploys a hybrid language where video is poetically repurposed to become a living partner on stage. Through the lens of magical realism, its creations explore the “coming-of-age” journey and the power of imagination as an act of resistance. Each production, adapted from literary masterpieces (Murakami, Dickens, Walser, Maeterlinck, Supervielle) or iconic graphic novels and children’s books (Claude Ponti, Brian Selznick), serves as a vibrant invitation to rediscover literature.
Founded by Michaël Dusautoy (director and video artist) and Damien Saugeon (actor and acrobat), joined in 2005 by Annabelle Brunet (video and visual artist), the collective frequently collaborates with composer Nicolas Séguy, writer Frédéric Chevaux, and dramaturg Julie André.
Their productions have been presented across France’s most prestigious venues (National Dramatic Centers, National Stages) and internationally (Morocco, South Korea, Chile, Russia, Taiwan). Deeply committed to social engagement, the Collective leads extensive arts education and outreach programs within its local communities.
Billing Credits
Stage Director: Michaël Dusautoy
Artistic Directors (Collectif Quatre Ailes): Annabelle Brunet, Michaël Dusautoy, Damien Saugeon
Performer / Lead Actor: Damien Saugeon
Original Author (from the book&nbsp;Mille secrets de poussins): Claude Ponti
Video Artists / Visual Design: Annabelle Brunet &amp; Michael Dusautoy
Composer / Music: Nicolas Séguy
Sound Design: Damien Rottier
Set Construction: Emmanuel Laborde
Production Credits
Production: Collectif Quatre Ailes
Coproduction: Espace Jean Vilar (Arcueil).
Residency Support: Tréteaux de France – National Dramatic Center (CDN); Le PIVO – National Interest Commissioned Stage (Scène Conventionnée).
Institutional Support: Collectif Quatre Ailes is supported by the Région Île-de-France and the Conseil Départemental du Val-de-Marne
L’Alliance New York&nbsp;is an independent, not-for-profit organization committed to providing its audience and students with engaging French language classes and audacious multi-disciplinary programming that celebrates the diversity of francophone cultures and creativity around the world. A&nbsp;welcoming and inclusive community for all ages and all backgrounds, L’Alliance New York is a&nbsp;place where people can meet, learn, and explore the richness of our heritages and share discoveries. L’Alliance New York strives to amplify voices and build bridges from the entire francophone world to New York and beyond.&nbsp;
Support for Crossing The Line
Air France, Howard Gilman Foundation, Wescustogo Foundation. L'Alliance New York's programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the Support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
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Local Event: L’Alliance New York Announces North American Premiere of Mille secrets de poussins 

L’Alliance New York Announces North American...

L’Alliance New York announces the North American premiere of Collectif Quatre Ailes’ Mille secrets de poussins on October 24,...

L’Alliance New York Announces North American Premiere of Mille secrets de poussins 

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

Twenty-six years later, Daniel Gwirtzman Dance Company continues the challenge. This October, they invite audiences to FRICTION, the company’s first full evening-length work in New York City since 2019, at Ailey Citigroup Theater, 405 W. 55th Street, New York, NY, 10019 on October 29 &amp; 30 at 7pm and October 31 at 3pm. Tickets are $38 general admission, $26 for students and children under 12, and are available at <a href="https://bit.ly/3Rs9GqR." rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">bit.ly/3Rs9GqR.</a>
FRICTION: a dance exploring AI, humanity, and the sparks where tension, technology, and fractured relationships collide and ignite.
It prickles your skin. Pricks. Fastens. Adheres. Sticks. Is Stylized. Edgy. Of this moment. Fault Lines. Schisms. Chasms. Seismic action. Tectonic shifts. Land and people and minds. Tension. Fraying. Relationships. Relations to Self. Friction.
Friction is that moment a fire can start. It cannot start without. Neither intercourse. Neither love. Straddling the lines separating technology from humanity, a theme DGDC has portrayed since its first evening-length work, Plasma Field in 1999, through 2023’s e-Motion, investigating sentience in AI, ahead of the curve [Dance Magazine on e-Motion].
What’s the divide between artificial intelligence and real intelligence?
Daniel’s choreographic style was best articulated by dance critic Deborah Jowitt: “blending casualness with precision.” In FRICTION, Gwirtzman is pushing both the casualness and the precision to the max. In the group section “LARGE LANGUAGE MODEL,” which previewed June 25/26 at New York City Center’s IN THE STUDIOprogram, the dancers become bytes, pushing against their will, against their consciousness, executing dense, intricate movements at relentless speeds. The dance contains an archive of excerpts from dances in the Company’s repertory, pieces of dances torn up, recontextualized, fed to the machine and regurgitated.
FRICTION captures the tensions and tenor of our time, days before the midterm election, harnessing the fraught emotions that characterize our incivil society.

The score has been generated in full in collaboration with the large language model Claude. Daniel has used a range of additional programs to generate various voices, which mirror the thicket of data on display in the dance.
Dancers: Derek Crescenti, Daniel Gwirtzman, Sarah Hillmon, Vanessa Martínez de Baños, Johnny Mathews, and more to be announced.

ABOUT DANIEL GWIRTZMAN DANCE COMPANY
Daniel Gwirtzman Dance Company, known for its optimistic ethos, was formed in 1998. Since its inception, it has demonstrated a commitment to education, operating with the philosophy and programming that everyone can join the dance. Incorporating dance and story into the film medium has been a consistent practice along with creating original programming for the stage. The repertory has earned praise for its humor, musicality, stylistic diversity, and accessibility. The Company’s acclaimed creation, “Dance With Us,” a free online educational resource, received leadership support from the Rockefeller Brothers Fund and is designed to demystify choreography and increase comfort viewing and speaking about dance. The digital resource showcases the Company’s decade-long practice working in the dance for camera genre. Lincoln Center and The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts presented the Company in 2023 during its 25th Anniversary season in a stand-alone program called Everybody Can Dance. In the summer of 2024, DGDC was in residence at the American Dance Festival where it developed its newest evening-length dance, Flashpoint. In 2025, the Company’s AI-themed theater/dance work e-Motion, a collaboration with playwright Saviana Stanescu, made its NYC premiere at La MaMa during the La MaMa Moves! Festival, which Culturebot reviewed as “profoundly chilling,” noting Daniel’s performance as “masterful.” Also in 2025, Framing Ménerbes, a film created by the Company in Provence, premiered in France, followed by its US premiere at the Dolby Screening Room in Manhattan with guests Donald Byrd and Jovani Furlan leading the post-screening conversation. Since then, the film has screened in theaters in Upstate New York—Binghamton, Ithaca, and Rochester—and in Ann Arbor, MI and Vancouver, WA. The film will screen next in San Francisco at the Alliance Française in January 2027. Other highlights include performances at Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival, The Kennedy Center, Battery Dance Festival, Fire Island Dance Festival, Bryant Park, Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and Jazz at Lincoln Center. The Company’s robust summer 2026 season included two IN THE STUDIO programs at New York City Center along with a tour of its SUMMER MIX program to Ithaca, NY, with six performances at the Kitchen Theatre Company July 16-19, 2026: <a href="https://gwirtzmandance.org/summermix." rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">gwirtzmandance.org/summermix.</a>

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Local Event: Daniel Gwirtzman Dance Company Announces the World Premiere of FRICTION at Ailey Citigroup Theater

Daniel Gwirtzman Dance Company Announces the...

Twenty-six years later, Daniel Gwirtzman Dance Company continues the challenge. This October, they invite audiences to...

Daniel Gwirtzman Dance Company Announces the World Premiere of FRICTION at Ailey Citigroup Theater

The Flea Theater

Teatro Grattacielo&nbsp;presents its&nbsp;America 250&nbsp;double bill, bringing together the world premiere of&nbsp;Jefferson Lives!and a new production of Giacomo Puccini’s&nbsp;Suor Angelica&nbsp;on November 7 at 4:00 PM and November 8 at 3:00 PM at The Sam at The Flea Theater, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/20+Thomas+St,+New+York,+NY,+10007?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">20 Thomas St, New York, NY, 10007</a>. Tickets start at $60 and can be purchased&nbsp;<a href="https://llpzyycab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pldVwFUz1xkiQmaQ2rEd-c00O0BDFtIRK91ElcbYr6XDECiNCgSfU90p-sqG9pWx38cx9nYqvexeAZU4z-wmbLDCkiY9HPoZJcinIPGne7oHItBXdGi2lD6b6tjTS3zg6wgyzgSYz-uiB8TPymDd0LHHik9h5fAuq7Fns2IBiYv_B2o_yhaIyCdp6bCTKReSMHIAQ5-vmdU=&amp;c=6pEwJgOFbloQ00Vru0kfBYkuvzn6EhD7dGLcN7Z4_vvwvf4nuM0GCg==&amp;ch=8iuY7XFSAF4TiARXmAxT1PDffC2fd6TboHc_InZTZgSPKrkCRnLdlQ==" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>.

Jefferson Lives!&nbsp;is Teatro Grattacielo’s first commissioned opera, created in collaboration with&nbsp;Polyhymnia, with music by&nbsp;Joshua Daniel Nichols, a libretto by&nbsp;Stefanos Koroneos, and concept and source material by&nbsp;James Harrigan. Receiving its world premiere as part of the national commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the United States, the opera examines the American Revolution not as distant or fixed history, but as a living human and psychological experience.
Through the ghostly presence of John Adams and a modern figure drawn unexpectedly into the past,&nbsp;Jefferson Lives!&nbsp;traces the movement of revolutionary ideas from private thought into public action, revealing the doubt, moral pressure, and personal consequence behind America’s struggle for independence.
The world premiere is paired with Puccini’s&nbsp;Suor Angelica, presented in a new production shaped by memory, absence, and the lives of women whose voices have been silenced. In this interpretation, Angelica is the only living presence in a convent inhabited by ghosts—women who once obeyed, loved, and surrendered parts of themselves within a system that demanded submission.
Together, the two operas explore freedom from opposite but connected perspectives:&nbsp;Jefferson Lives!&nbsp;considers liberty as a civic and political struggle, while&nbsp;Suor Angelica&nbsp;examines its deeply personal and spiritual cost. An empire tightening its control and a convent demanding obedience become parallel worlds in which individual conviction is tested against institutions far larger than the individual.
Jefferson Lives!&nbsp;and&nbsp;Suor Angelica&nbsp;will be presented together on November 7 and 8, with one intermission.

RUNNING TIME
Jefferson Lives!&nbsp;runs for approximately 50 minutes and is presented together with&nbsp;Suor Angelica, with one 20-minute intermission.
Total running time for the double bill is approximately&nbsp;2 hours and 15 minutes.
ACCESSIBILITY
The Flea and all Teatro Grattacielo productions are wheelchair accessible and disability-friendly. Please contact us in advance for any specific accommodation needs.
Director’s Statement
Rather than presenting history as a fixed narrative, the opera approaches the American Revolution as a living psychological and theatrical experience. John Adams appears as a ghost shaped by memory and moral burden, while a modern Narrator—an accidental protagonist—finds himself overtaken by the history he thought he only knew. Moving fluidly between dialogue, monologue, music, and silence, the work transforms documented events into a dramatic journey that traces how ideas of freedom and resistance migrate from thought into action. Jefferson Lives! invites audiences to encounter the Revolution not as a monument, but as an unresolved human reckoning.​
<h3>About Polyhymnia</h3>
Polyhymnia is an interdisciplinary collective of scholars, composers, and artists dedicated to creating an unsafe space for the beautiful—a space where ideas challenge assumptions and where artistic and intellectual exploration can unfold freely.
They publish monographs, edited volumes, essays, peer-reviewed research, and original artistic work that examines the relationship between the arts, the humanities, and the American traditions of freedom and a dynamic cultural marketplace.
Through lectures, conferences, educational programs, podcasts, and seminars, Polyhymnia brings rigorous conversation about the fine arts, economics, politics, philosophy, and culture into the public square.
About Teatro Grattacielo
Teatro Grattacielo promotes the rich tradition of opera by commissioning new operas, revitalizing lesser-known works, and supporting emerging artists, making opera accessible to every corner of New York City and connecting with communities of all cultural, social, and economic experiences. The company presents fully staged productions alongside free community programming, giving living American composers a mainstage platform while welcoming new and diverse audiences into the world of opera through performances, education, and outreach across the city. Founded in 1994, Teatro Grattacielo has spent over three decades building on this mission, evolving from a company rooted in Italian Verismo repertoire into one dedicated to new works, reinvented old cannon, and the sustainability of the art form.
For more information and ticket purchases, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://llpzyycab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pldVwFUz1xkiQmaQ2rEd-c00O0BDFtIRK91ElcbYr6XDECiNCgSfU3ZR7aKcy8ZH-lKHVBygfCYibruzQu02ias_RaUQqAosuU4MpHRuhBzHKgx6lpUgmnDis3A6RKobONBH7LxfMCHLg-OnczlRxw==&amp;c=6pEwJgOFbloQ00Vru0kfBYkuvzn6EhD7dGLcN7Z4_vvwvf4nuM0GCg==&amp;ch=8iuY7XFSAF4TiARXmAxT1PDffC2fd6TboHc_InZTZgSPKrkCRnLdlQ==" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.grattacielo.org</a>.
Follow Teatro Grattacielo on social media:
Facebook: @teatrograttacieloNYC | Instagram: @teatrograttacielo
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Local Event: Teatro Grattacielo Announces America 250 Double Bill

Teatro Grattacielo Announces America 250 Double...

Teatro Grattacielo presents its America 250 double bill, bringing together the world premiere of Jefferson Lives!and a new...

Teatro Grattacielo Announces America 250 Double Bill

Lehman Center for the Performing Arts

Lehman Center for the Performing Arts&nbsp;presents&nbsp;Ginuwine&nbsp;for one night only on Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 8PM at the Lehman Center for the Performing Arts, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/250+Bedford+Park+Blvd+West,+Bronx,+New+York+10468?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">250 Bedford Park Blvd West, Bronx, New York 10468</a>. The evening will also feature opening act&nbsp;Ro James. Tickets start at $46.70 and can be purchased&nbsp;<a href="https://llpzyycab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-p27rJ0JliFCBHaodkN0jv2jJgt1R-c1hPnGKkhXZegk7ZzKmzGaB7JCyyOXCUfdQh3u7zRUFFNQiYb0HmBFVY4Jo1x-SvHbstkEKtG2EfNx_zCEQnx4TlQAbq2EZUT37N7D-Sx-37nndxHz0HhGdpGStgGg20DRM2OQU2hWU1VszTnTjU7PMisgKuMLFrHB&amp;c=KhSElbknewh8V38a5fh5q2GHoIhlkzzFjHkMc6ZVw5EQn2GRTmsaAA==&amp;ch=9zhYbgi65mLlgb4KLXptn-eGdQGggxaPMXiVtZPLmzT7Q4hKzSaZMA==" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>.

Experience an unforgettable night of smooth vocals, timeless R&amp;B, and undeniable stage presence when Ginuwine takes the stage this fall! Best known for chart-topping hits like “Pony,” “Differences,” and “So Anxious,” Ginuwine helped define the sound of late ’90s and early 2000s R&amp;B with his signature blend of soulful vocals and magnetic charisma.
Fans can expect an evening filled with classic anthems, romantic slow jams, and the electrifying energy that has made him one of the genre’s most enduring performers. From soulful ballads to crowd-pleasing favorites, this special performance promises an exciting evening of music, nostalgia, and unforgettable live entertainment in the Bronx.

Since its founding in 1980,&nbsp;Lehman Center for the Performing Arts&nbsp;has been deeply rooted in the cultural life of the Bronx. As the only theater of its size in the borough, with a capacity of more than 2,200 seats, Lehman Center provides Bronx residents with local, affordable access to high-quality live performances that entertain, educate, inspire, and celebrate the traditions of a multi-cultural community. In its 46-year tenure, The Center has been committed to bringing both local and national attention to historically underrepresented groups in the performing arts, such acts as Duke Ellington and Ella Fitzgerald in the 80s and 90s, to the Janelle Monae Super Bowl halftime show in 2011.&nbsp;Lehman Center serves the artistic needs of the community through four distinct programming series: “Punchline,” “First Curtain,” “Bronx Music,” and “The Discovery Series,”&nbsp;with a specific focus&nbsp;on youth programming, comedy, the musical heritage of the Bronx, and exposure to wider global cultures. These longstanding traditions underscore Lehman Center’s historic role as one of the Bronx’s most important cultural institutions, dedicated to preserving and uplifting diverse artistic heritage for all.

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Local Event: Lehman Center for the Performing Arts presents Ginuwine: One Night Only in the Bronx 

Lehman Center for the Performing Arts presents...

Lehman Center for the Performing Arts presents Ginuwine for one night only on Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 8PM at the Lehman...

Lehman Center for the Performing Arts presents Ginuwine: One Night Only in the Bronx 

Gerald W Lynch Theater

The CUNY Dance Initiative (CDI), an expansive program providing New York City choreographers and dance companies with creative residencies on CUNY college campuses, announces&nbsp;Stories of War in Honor of Veterans Day&nbsp;by&nbsp;Exit12 Dance Company&nbsp;at the&nbsp;Gerald W. Lynch Theater at John Jay College (<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/524+W.+59?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">524 W. 59</a>thStreet, New York, NY 10019) on&nbsp;Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 7:00PM. General admission is $30, with Veterans and CUNY student tickets available for $5. To purchase, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://llpzyycab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001inpUJDKf5ObAF9c92vsRONWtiFcfVF66NE1T3G1U-t95MmwiUstVLjUmC3TCK3uaeaeM4yCixTjUXAUyTKj0mJtnm67r3OZJsje3zbPFN295n1bLG9bOmH33yCsE8dqSfH3ggCQDqapS53IO3uhEUOsqBLfInM5EA_v9t-mMAr2hrvDPPxNr5w1Hp-jpAVUb0dvwxzKYNPmFPpZCBhaf_OYZadxDpY5_JgIqs0vGtqi00UMBn-hzoAyqM6GVxxWEAI3-cxRe9I1yGhWWyiYwa4WGppcXkGQ6KR2ZgtKsI9E=&amp;c=818tGWz0XMvbIWfOfNgZ9yPOzgtZ_ElYZa1OAQDZDtZBJg60kogRAw==&amp;ch=nUpyhcYc81gXgc1Tx0ZWxB1V6NY9GSmw6n4KL2Ezy9oe-fvD09Ia8w==" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>.
Co-founded by Iraq War veteran and choreographer Román Baca, Exit12 Dance Company began in 2007 as a way for him to process his military experience through dance. As a ballet dancer turned Marine, choreography became a means of healing—an expressive outlet to explore and share the invisible wounds of war.
Exit12’s full-length performance at John Jay College,&nbsp;Stories of War in Honor of Veterans Day,&nbsp;weaves together veteran storytelling with concert dance. The program takes the audience through the military experience, exploring war, the effects on family, homecoming, reintegration, and hope for the future. It will include a new piece developed with the John Jay College Veteran community – the College enrolls the most military-related students in the City University of New York system – and conclude with an audience talkback.&nbsp;

ABOUT EXIT12 DANCE COMPANY
Iraq War veteran and choreographer Roman Baca&nbsp;co-founded&nbsp;Exit12 Dance Company&nbsp;in 2007 to process his military experience through dance. His early works received critical acclaim and opened dialogue about the veteran experience.
After several of his platoon mates died by suicide in 2011, Baca saw the urgent need for others in the military community to access similar healing tools. Exit12 expanded to serve veterans, service members, and military families, honoring the diversity of experiences within the armed forces. The company developed a model that brings together individuals affected by war and guides them through writing and movement workshops to co-create public dance theater performances that reflect their stories, challenges, and hopes. Each performance is followed by facilitated discussions that deepen understanding between performers and audiences.
Since becoming a nonprofit in 2018, Exit12 has evolved from a small dance company into an internationally recognized organization advancing arts-based approaches to healing, dialogue, and cultural diplomacy. Rooted in our mission to use dance and storytelling to honor and explore the military experience, our programming meets the unique needs of the military-connected community while fostering inclusion and shared understanding.
Each year, Exit12 serves over 1,000 military-connected participants and reaches more than 5,000 audience members through public performances and livestreams. We conduct a minimum of 25 weeks of rehearsals with a core ensemble of seven professional dancers, creating new works inspired by stories of service in collaboration with participants.

Exit12 has served over 10,000 members of the military community and engaged more than 70,000 civilians through live events—and over a million through digital and print media—bridging the military-civilian divide and fostering empathy through art.
More information:&nbsp;<a href="https://llpzyycab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001inpUJDKf5ObAF9c92vsRONWtiFcfVF66NE1T3G1U-t95MmwiUstVLjUmC3TCK3uaUPMVV2O-gyuMs9ZXmcvcYIe68-rFAnLhQQ96lLjqbZomPCo0QJRMHuS_UruAdwNPZZG0dbYE_TGxLIwNHijGpsOah6qIyQGt&amp;c=818tGWz0XMvbIWfOfNgZ9yPOzgtZ_ElYZa1OAQDZDtZBJg60kogRAw==&amp;ch=nUpyhcYc81gXgc1Tx0ZWxB1V6NY9GSmw6n4KL2Ezy9oe-fvD09Ia8w==" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://exit12danceco.org/</a>
ABOUT THE CUNY DANCE INITIATIVE
The&nbsp;CUNY Dance Initiative (CDI)&nbsp;was developed in response to the&nbsp;<a href="https://llpzyycab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001inpUJDKf5ObAF9c92vsRONWtiFcfVF66NE1T3G1U-t95MmwiUstVLqekQRW3_g0Mec-Y0T7YKQMf1L7RhZjixdECug_4x88e13oNRx64oGXSEQwhGQjIp6Id0--HOguHyAhheZIkGeMLnlP-sD565gK_WkUYGe8dQUeMbeWE7RlFU2abgK43eb2t_6qQLyW20mlwiBwQ_JDBIbWZNi_m_BNk2H-i5R_Xdz68pAdohvI=&amp;c=818tGWz0XMvbIWfOfNgZ9yPOzgtZ_ElYZa1OAQDZDtZBJg60kogRAw==&amp;ch=nUpyhcYc81gXgc1Tx0ZWxB1V6NY9GSmw6n4KL2Ezy9oe-fvD09Ia8w==" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Andrew W. Mellon Foundation’s 2010 report, “We Make Do,”</a>&nbsp;which cited how destabilizing the shortage of affordable rehearsal space in New York City is to the dance sector. A successful pilot supporting residencies on four CUNY campuses in 2013 led to CDI’s formal launch in 2014. Since then, CDI has become a key player in New York City’s performing arts ecosystem, leading a consortium of 14 CUNY colleges and four arts organizations to host 20+ residencies for NYC choreographers and dance companies each year. Over the past 12 years, CDI has granted 300 residencies to emerging and established choreographers, providing invaluable resources to artists, while enhancing CUNY students’ education and cultural experiences.
The CUNY Dance Initiative receives major support from The Howard Gilman Foundation, The George S. Kaufman Charitable Foundation, and The Mertz Gilmore Foundation. Additional support is provided by the SHS Foundation, The Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation, and the Harkness Foundation for Dance.

Local Event: CUNY Dance Initiative Announces Stories of War Performance by Exit12 Dance Company

CUNY Dance Initiative Announces Stories of War...

The CUNY Dance Initiative (CDI), an expansive program providing New York City choreographers and dance companies with creative...

CUNY Dance Initiative Announces Stories of War Performance by Exit12 Dance Company

Lehman Center for the Performing Arts&nbsp;presents&nbsp;A Charlie Brown Christmas on Sunday, November 29, 2026, at 4PM at the Lehman Center for the Performing Arts, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/250+Bedford+Park+Blvd+West,+Bronx,+New+York+10468?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">250 Bedford Park Blvd West, Bronx, New York 10468</a>. Standard admission is $33.35, and tickets can be purchased&nbsp;<a href="https://llpzyycab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dc5iX3vNL2DuOsun_7u_S0inqWi4ki3SaIjDN2fpisYSwiBiuOny__j1ifpiVUIhfMAra-o8gOYrpNU4K8ycuc02MEmNuJcGt3zPw6iQHvsiMcV4cmwdb1ZKFIe20iTQGKOPFwTFPF9Ua1PfldMVY0I4OI6D1yMP9j_cZRigylfhYqOxVRCoB3A8lb6ftGKX&amp;c=kHPVUtOPWxpgQuiS-Mwkey5GSAYANVe_7sXs6ZV3qv00AOXCuC_Dmg==&amp;ch=DNr7fua7erDYSpCYvjue8DAkLX15lum7DOiUewf3GB3Fc94uiX-coQ==" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>. $10 admission is available for children under 10. Call the Box office at <a href="tel:(718)%20960-8833" target="_blank">(718) 960-8833</a> to arrange for children's tickets.
Everyone’s favorite holiday classic comes to life in the touring production&nbsp;A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live On Stage! Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus, and the whole Peanuts gang as they produce their own Christmas play and ultimately learn the true meaning of the season.
A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live On Stage&nbsp;is a present the whole family can enjoy! Adapted from Charles M. Schulz’s timeless story of the spirit of Christmas,&nbsp;A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live On Stage&nbsp;features the unforgettable music of Vince Guaraldi. There’s no better way to discover the magic of the season!
Since its founding in 1980,&nbsp;Lehman Center for the Performing Arts&nbsp;has been deeply rooted in the cultural life of the Bronx. As the only theater of its size in the borough, with a capacity of more than 2,200 seats, Lehman Center provides Bronx residents with local, affordable access to high-quality live performances that entertain, educate, inspire, and celebrate the traditions of a multi-cultural community. In its 46-year tenure, The Center has been committed to bringing both local and national attention to historically underrepresented groups in the performing arts, such acts as Duke Ellington and Ella Fitzgerald in the 80s and 90s, to the Janelle Monae Super Bowl halftime show in 2011.&nbsp;Lehman Center serves the artistic needs of the community through four distinct programming series: “Punchline,” “First Curtain,” “Bronx Music,” and “The Discovery Series,”&nbsp;with a specific focus&nbsp;on youth programming, comedy, the musical heritage of the Bronx, and exposure to wider global cultures. These longstanding traditions underscore Lehman Center’s historic role as one of the Bronx’s most important cultural institutions, dedicated to preserving and uplifting diverse artistic heritage for all.
Lehman Center for the Performing Arts, Inc. is supported, in part, by public funds through the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the New York City Council and the Bronx Delegation.&nbsp;
Additional funding is provided by the New York State Council on the Arts with support from the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. We are thrilled to share that Goya Foods has agreed to renew their sponsorship for this season, which will help Lehman Center expand our reach to the community.&nbsp;
In addition, we have secured funding from the Howard Gilman Foundation to help grow our programming. The 2026-2027 season is also made possible through sponsorships by Con Edison, Havana Café, Friends of Lehman Center, and our cherished audience members.
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Local Event: Lehman Center for the Performing Arts presents A Charlie Brown Christmas

Lehman Center for the Performing Arts presents A Charlie Brown Christmas on Sunday, November 29, 2026, at 4PM at the Lehman...

Lehman Center for the Performing Arts presents A Charlie Brown Christmas

South Street Seaport Museum’s&nbsp;landmark exhibition,&nbsp;The Promise of Liberty: Words That Shaped a Nation, featuring rare foundational documents of national importance, has been&nbsp;extended through November 29, 2026. The Museum has&nbsp;waived the special exhibition fee, making&nbsp;The Promise of Liberty&nbsp;accessible to all visitors with General Admission, and free to K–12 schools, made possible through the generous support of Griffin Catalyst. Public tickets to view the exhibition are available at&nbsp;<a href="https://llpzyycab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013n8vgU_y_3N7V43am3cBsOJDAeuh81y7BZFfyGK0DUDYWso5kIUtkwgGGbrkfrqQE3EQVmQBVPoplAZQXVN46t7qwex0U4gmD_qlb_6IlO6BfdgM3CtPppbDIHSXMmYKfH6TJ73piKUOvaVWw65dhtYf8_LCMJrMsGMPyOz9xSqqVsgbQXOQKQ==&amp;c=iDVKnU-n9a9BZbs24H-osYnG-zxMDIXPrkVdbUf9fYd896CDXWPLKA==&amp;ch=TuJB0KG2ii3Lh98D-nPSs9xDptcJceIC1A3Nlfyq7KG2vVtQZy8hUQ==" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">seaportmuseum.org/promise-of-liberty</a>. Schools interested in visiting the exhibition should email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:education@seany.org" target="_blank">education@seany.org</a>.
Highlights include a rare&nbsp;1776 broadside of the Declaration of Independence; an early&nbsp;1789 printing of the Bill of Rights, owned by one of the Representatives who helped shape it during the First Federal Congress; and more recent treasures such as an advance copy of&nbsp;Martin Luther King, Jr.’s "I have a dream" speech from his 1963 “March on Washington” remarks.
To give more students the opportunity to experience these extraordinary documents, the Seaport Museum is offering its specially developed educational program,&nbsp;The Power of the Page, free to all New York City schools. Schools should email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:education@seany.org" target="_blank">education@seany.org</a>&nbsp;to schedule a visit or inquire about bringing the program to their students.
“This experience was absolutely superb. I took my students to their exhibit on Liberty; however, the whole staff and educators were amazing. They took the time to educate my students and as I always say, I learn something new every day.” said&nbsp;Michael Agovino, Educator at Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School. Agovino continued, “The way [the museum educator] spoke to our students and broke down complex ideas pertaining to the Museum was perfect. We were so fortunate to bring our students here. A MUST SEE in a beautiful part of Manhattan. So historical, so cool!”


The Promise of Liberty: Words That Shaped a Nation Exhibition
On View Wednesday–Sunday | Free with General Admission
Come experience this full-floor exhibition to journey through the nation’s founding ideas—tracing how they have evolved over time through rare defining documents and pivotal moments in history. As you explore the fascinating and unique exhibition, you will see how this promise—established in 1776—was never fully realized and remains an aspiration we continue to pursue today.
Throughout the gallery, you will encounter some of the nation’s most iconic 18th&nbsp;century documents, including the Declaration of Independence, the United States Constitution, and the Bill of Rights. Alongside these are exceptional handwritten pages from an undelivered inaugural address by George Washington, as well as remarkable 19th and 20th&nbsp;century treasures such as the Emancipation Proclamation and an advance copy of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s “March on Washington” speech. In it, King describes the Declaration of Independence and Constitution as “a promissory note to which every American was to fall heir.” Together, these extraordinary artifacts reveal how the pursuit of freedom has been redefined across generations.
Through rarely-seen documents and ephemera, you will discover pivotal moments that pushed the nation closer to equality—from the fight for religious freedom and the abolition of slavery to the movement for women’s suffrage. This exhibition offers the unique opportunity to experience the ongoing story of a nation shaped by words—where ideals have been tested, expanded, and reimagined over centuries.

About Griffin Catalyst
Griffin Catalyst is the civic engagement initiative of Citadel founder and CEO Ken Griffin, encompassing his philanthropic and community impact efforts. Tackling the world’s greatest challenges in innovative, action-oriented, and evidence-driven ways, Griffin Catalyst is dedicated to expanding opportunity and improving lives across six areas of focus: Education, Science &amp; Medicine, Upward Mobility, Freedom &amp; Democracy, Enterprise &amp; Innovation, and Communities.<a href="https://llpzyycab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013n8vgU_y_3N7V43am3cBsOJDAeuh81y7BZFfyGK0DUDYWso5kIUtkwgGGbrkfrqQFxOdbTPCbsvs4vlwu_IUN2NpQTv8a27jGC-piyvqCRgjmibCEHvuicyRWTakmn_bG02oTkCInpZo9G3x0tQGyJUxWjwrcv_2&amp;c=iDVKnU-n9a9BZbs24H-osYnG-zxMDIXPrkVdbUf9fYd896CDXWPLKA==&amp;ch=TuJB0KG2ii3Lh98D-nPSs9xDptcJceIC1A3Nlfyq7KG2vVtQZy8hUQ==" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">&nbsp;griffincatalyst.org</a>
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Local Event: The Promise of Liberty: Words That Shaped a Nation Extended through November 29, 2026

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South Street Seaport Museum’s landmark exhibition, The Promise of Liberty: Words That Shaped a Nation, featuring rare...

The Promise of Liberty: Words That Shaped a Nation Extended through November 29, 2026

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<ul><li>Weaving, Quilting, Tie &amp; Dye, Bead Making, Tissue Dying on Silk, and Fabric Collage</li></ul>
<ul><li>Explore textile artistry guided by artists Sahara Briscoe, Shayee, Christine Renee, Elan Cadiz, Havanna Fisher and Omi Gray</li></ul>
<ul><li>I AM a MAKERS – Bring your own project and work independently. Connect with talented artisans and discover handcrafted creations. Portable spinning wheels and looms welcome.</li></ul>
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Engaging in cultural arts isn’t just about creativity, it’s a way to honor heritage, weaving the past into the present with each stitch, pattern, and tapestry. Discover the deep connections between craftsmanship and identity while celebrating the richness of tradition through hands-on experiences.

A chance to slow down, embrace African Diasporic traditions, and create something meaningful together. Whether you're learning, crafting, or simply soaking in the atmosphere, your story is part of this community.

DATE: Saturday, October 10, 2026
TIME: 12pm-5pm Rain or Shine

Place: Harlem School of the Arts
645 St. Nicholas Avenue, New York, NY 10030

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Join MIT professor Sherry Turkle and mindfulness pioneer Jon Kabat-Zinn for a live conversation celebrating Turkle's new book, Artificial Intimacy: Who We Become When We Talk to Machines. This StreetSmart Wisdom conversation explores the crossroads of technology and mindfulness, companionship, empathy, and relationships in the age of AI. In-person attendees enjoy a book signing following the program; a livestream option is also available.

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