December 13 – The Nutcracker at a theatre near you
The New York City Ballet will broadcast a live production of The Nutcracker to theatres on December 13.
Filed under Children in New York City, dance, Enjoying New York City, Navigating New York, New York City, Nightlife, Special Offers, Theater | Comment (0)Radio City Rockettes – Christmas Spectacular!
Aptly named, this show is spectacular.
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Peter and the Wolf at The Guggenheim
Isaac Mizrahi will narrate Sergei Prokofiev’s children’s classic. New York City Opera’s George Manahan will conduct the Juilliard Ensemble. A newly commissioned visual art installation by artist Rei Sato of Kaikai Kiki Co., Ltd., the art production company of Takashi Murakami, will bring the story to life.* The audience is invited to view the artwork following the program.
The performance takes place in the Peter B. Lewis Theater. No reception.
Enter via ramp at 5th Ave and 88th St.
Made possible in part by the Japan Foundation.
$35, $30 members
For more information about the performance,….
If you can not attend the performance, enjoy this beautifully illustrated book by Peter Malone with a fully orchestrated and narrated CF.
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NY Gilbert & Sullivan Players
New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players return to City Center with an exciting season of G&S favorites, including the three most popular titles — Pirates of Penzance, Mikado and H.M.S. Pinafore — and a new production of the satirical Ruddigore with its Harry Potteresque ancestral ghosts, beautiful music, colorful fun, and witty word play for the whole family.
Shows run alternately as matinees and evening performances through Sunday, January 17.
Filed under Art, Children in New York City, Enjoying New York City, Navigating New York, New York City, Theater | Comment (0)The Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall
The Christmas Spectacular Show starring the NYC Rockettes is aptly named — the show is spectacular. The performance features world class choreography, dancing sets and production. The show includes scenes from the Nutcracker, dances to your favorite holiday songs, and a full nativity procession with camels, donkeys, sheep and a joyful Santa.
Indulge in one of New York’s greatest holiday treats – an outing to Rockefeller Center to see the skating, the windows at Saks Fifth Avenue, and the Rockette’s Christmas Spectacular.
For a limited time My Urban Sherpa is delighted to offer our readers 40% off and non-peak performances through December 21.
Use code CHEER to take advantage of this offer. CLICK HERE to view dates available for discounted tickets.
Non Peak Orchestra / 1st Mezz Seats $45 (reg. $75)
Peak Orchestra / 1st Mezz Seats $65 (reg. $105)
This offer expires Monday, December 21.
Happy Holidays.
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Morphoses/The Wheeldon Company at City Center
October 29 through November 1
New York City Center presents the third annual season of Morphoses/The Wheeldon Company, celebrating the centenary of the Ballets Russes. Highlights include two U.S. premieres – a new ballet by Artistic Director Christopher Wheeldon, co-commissioned by New York City Center and Sadler’s Wells Theatre, London, and a new work by Australian choreographer Tim Harbour, commissioned by Morphoses, as well as repertoire by Lightfoot León, Alexei Ratmansky and Mr. Wheeldon. The engagement will feature live music performed by the Philharmonic Orchestra of the Americas, with opening night conducted by the orchestra’s founder and music director, Alondra de la Parra.
The Damnation of Faust at The MET
The Damnation of Faust at The MET,
tonight.
Filed under Art, Enjoying New York City, met opra, Music, Theater | Comment (0)Alegria ~ New Cirque du Soleil in New York
Cirque du Soleil’s “Alegria” will be performed at the Prudential Center, 165 Mulberry Street from July 16 through July 19.
Creating the Modern Stage: Designs for Theater and Opera at the Morgan
Opening today at The Morgan, is a wonderful exhibition that explores the art and innovations of 20th Century stage design. The show includes drawings, watercolors, musical scores and material ranging from the Russian Avant-Garde to the American Theater of the 1960s.
The Morgan is located at 225 Madison Avenue, at 36th Street, NYC, 212.685.0008.
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