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barkha dance co. presents icchā

Dance

Professional Production

25 Sept 2026

barkha dance co. presents icchā

Tribeca PAC Theater 2

In Hindu philosophy, vasanas are unfulfilled longings that survive the death of the physical body, passed down through bloodlines as living, present icchā / desire. icchā is a new interdisciplinary solo kathak work weaving original music, set design, and Gujarati folk form garba. barkha, a daughter whose path has diverged dramatically from her lineage, is visited by her maternal ancestors in a dream. They choose her to express, release, and fulfill their desires: born from survival, loss, intimacy, violence, and the denial of dance and embodied selfhood. icchā is meant to be a somatic shraadh, an ancestral reverence. The work confronts the body as a site of ancestral history, creating space within it to welcome unnamed matriarchs to breathe again and to ask ourselves what in our body might be their unfinished reaching? barkha patel is a touring kathak artist, choreographer, educator and Artistic Director of Barkha Dance Company. Barkha’s work has been presented at venues such as Jacob’s Pillow Inside/Out, Little Island, 92Y, and Chelsea Factory among others. Barkha has been recipient of the 2023 Juried Bessie Award through which she received support from the New York State Dance Force in 2024, to tour a full-evening work ahaM | Maha. barkha was awarded the Princess Grace Dance Award ‘24, selected as a finalist for NEFA’s NDP Finalist ‘24, and was a Harlem Stage WaterWorks Fellow ‘24. She has been a recipient of residencies with Movement Research, NYS Choreographic Institute, and Topaz Arts. She completed her first India tour across six cities in ‘25 in collaboration with Canadian based kathak artist Tanveer Alam. Barkha currently is a recipient of the Special Projects Grant from the Princess Grace Foundation. This residency at BMCC Tribeca PAC is part of the CUNY Dance Initiative (CDI), which receives major support from The Howard Gilman Foundation, 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. CDI is spearheaded by The Kupferberg Center for the Arts at Queens College. www.cuny.edu/danceinitiative barkha patel was a 2024 NDP Finalist Grant Award recipient. Support was made possible by the New England Foundation for the Arts’ National Dance Project with funding from the Doris Duke Foundation and the Mellon Foundation in support of CODA and to address continued sustainability needs.
A Night with Limón

Dance

Guest Production

2 Oct 2026

A Night with Limón

LaGuardia Main Stage Theater

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, LPAC welcomes the legendary Limón Dance Company for an intimate evening of live dance exploring the enduring legacy of José Limón and the continued evolution of American modern dance. ​ Born in Mexico and raised in the United States, José Limón became one of the most influential choreographers of the 20th century, creating a body of work distinguished by its musicality, theatrical power, and profound interest in our shared humanity. A Night with Limón brings that legacy into conversation with the present through works by Limón and acclaimed contemporary choreographer Aszure Barton, set to music by Frédéric Chopin and Grammy-nominated trumpeter and composer Ambrose Akinmusire.
Quarter Rican: A Hip-Hop Musical

Theatre

Guest Production

14 Oct 2026

Quarter Rican: A Hip-Hop Musical

Hostos Center for the Arts & Culture

What exactly is a “Quarter Rican”? A term for someone who is one-quarter Puerto Rican. But what does that fraction mean when it comes to identity, family, and culture? Quarter Rican, a hip-hop musical, explores those questions through the story of a thirty-something father navigating his own insecurities, all while figuring out how to raise a child connected to their Latinx heritage. ​Enter MC Plátano, his larger-than-life alter ego, who brings humor, music, and hip-hop into the mix while challenging him to think about parenthood, identity, gentrification, and what we pass on to the next generation. ​Blending comedy, music, and plenty of introspection, Quarter Rican features a dozen original songs that move from sharp, sarcastic humor to soulful reflection. ​Funny, personal, and thought-provoking, Quarter Rican asks a question many of us can relate to: How do we make sure the next generation knows where they come from?
Aida Cuevas & Flor de Toloache

Music

International Production

18 Oct 2026

Aida Cuevas & Flor de Toloache

Lehman Center for the Performing Arts

Known as “The Queen of Ranchera Music” and “The Voice of Mexico” Aida Cuevas is a chart topping Mariachi singer and the only woman of her genre to win both a Latin Grammy and Grammy Award! Featuring the ICONIC Flor de Toloache, an all-female mariachi band based in New York City and founded by Mireya Ramos and Shae Fiol in 2008. Tickets for kids 10 and under are $5! Call the Box office (718.960.8833) to arrange for children's tickets.
Paul Taylor Dance Company

Dance

Professional Production

24 Oct 2026

Paul Taylor Dance Company

Lehman Center for the Performing Arts

This mesmerizing performance weaves together three distinct Taylor masterworks: Piazzolla Caldera (1997): Set to Astor Piazzolla’s fiery tango rhythms, this sultry work explodes with nocturnal passion, dark friction, and burning desire in a smoky, intoxicating dive bar. Spindrift (1993): Set to Horatio Parker’s lush orchestral music, this wind-swept, buoyant work evokes ocean spray and rolling waves as a central soloist navigates the swirling currents of nature. Cloven Kingdom (1976): Set to Baroque music mixed with driving percussion, this iconic comedy of manners peels back high society's polite facade to reveal the primitive animal nature lurking just beneath.
Violines Para Ochún

Music

Professional Production

25 Oct 2026

Violines Para Ochún

Hostos Center for the Arts & Culture

The Caribbean Cultural Center African Diaspora Institute (CCCADI), in collaboration with Hostos Center for the Arts & Culture and the Leonard Davis Center for the Performing Arts, proudly presents Violines Para Ochún (Iru Duru Kan Omo Oshun), a musical and spiritual journey from Africa, to Cuba, to New York City. ​An original four-chapter production under the musical direction of Louis Bauzó, Violines Para Ochún will feature an intergenerational cast of musicians, dancers and practitioners, many of whom have participated in CCCADI Sacred Traditions programming throughout our 50-year history. ​Violines para Ochún embodies the passing of the torch between generations: from the elders who brought our Sacred Traditions from the basements to stages all over the world, to the next generation who will carry these traditions into the future. We invite you to bring an offering to Ochún to place on our Community Altar. We also encourage you to stop by our Community Archiving Lab for Culture and Justice pop-up table, where we will highlight a variety of archival materials from CCCADI’s five decades of Sacred Traditions programming.
World Premiere: STORIES OF WAR

Dance

Professional Production

12 Nov 2026

World Premiere: STORIES OF WAR

Gerald W Lynch Theater

The CUNY Dance Initiative and The Gerald W. Lynch Theater present our 2026 Artist in Residence: Exit12 Dance: world premier of STORIES OF WAR in honor of Veterans Day. Co-created with professional artists and John Jay College's veteran and military-connected community, Stories of War fuses personal narrative with dynamic choreography that explores the emotional landscape of military life—service, sacrifice, resilience, and return—and honors those who have worn the uniform.
Hunter College Choir with the Hunter College Jazz Ensemble

Music

In-House Production

7 Dec 2026

Hunter College Choir with the Hunter College Jazz Ensemble

Main Theater

The Concert Program for the Fall 2026 semester will be accompanied by the Hunter College Jazz Band and Pop Combos in this repertoire: MARY LOU WILLIAMS I Have a Dream, Selections from Mary Lou’s Mass, DUKE ELLINGTON Sacred Service Concert is free but all outside guests must RSVP in advance on the Hunter College Music dept website
barkha dance co. presents icchā

Dance

Professional Production

26 Sept 2026

barkha dance co. presents icchā

Tribeca PAC Theater 2

In Hindu philosophy, vasanas are unfulfilled longings that survive the death of the physical body, passed down through bloodlines as living, present icchā / desire. icchā is a new interdisciplinary solo kathak work weaving original music, set design, and Gujarati folk form garba. barkha, a daughter whose path has diverged dramatically from her lineage, is visited by her maternal ancestors in a dream. They choose her to express, release, and fulfill their desires: born from survival, loss, intimacy, violence, and the denial of dance and embodied selfhood. icchā is meant to be a somatic shraadh, an ancestral reverence. The work confronts the body as a site of ancestral history, creating space within it to welcome unnamed matriarchs to breathe again and to ask ourselves what in our body might be their unfinished reaching? barkha patel is a touring kathak artist, choreographer, educator and Artistic Director of Barkha Dance Company. Barkha’s work has been presented at venues such as Jacob’s Pillow Inside/Out, Little Island, 92Y, and Chelsea Factory among others. Barkha has been recipient of the 2023 Juried Bessie Award through which she received support from the New York State Dance Force in 2024, to tour a full-evening work ahaM | Maha. barkha was awarded the Princess Grace Dance Award ‘24, selected as a finalist for NEFA’s NDP Finalist ‘24, and was a Harlem Stage WaterWorks Fellow ‘24. She has been a recipient of residencies with Movement Research, NYS Choreographic Institute, and Topaz Arts. She completed her first India tour across six cities in ‘25 in collaboration with Canadian based kathak artist Tanveer Alam. Barkha currently is a recipient of the Special Projects Grant from the Princess Grace Foundation. This residency at BMCC Tribeca PAC is part of the CUNY Dance Initiative (CDI), which receives major support from The Howard Gilman Foundation, 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. CDI is spearheaded by The Kupferberg Center for the Arts at Queens College. www.cuny.edu/danceinitiative barkha patel was a 2024 NDP Finalist Grant Award recipient. Support was made possible by the New England Foundation for the Arts’ National Dance Project with funding from the Doris Duke Foundation and the Mellon Foundation in support of CODA and to address continued sustainability needs.
American Voices Presents: Frank Sinatra

Music

In-House Production

6 Oct 2026

American Voices Presents: Frank Sinatra

The Kaye Playhouse

“Frank Sinatra: From Band Singer to Icon” will celebrate the life and career of a singular figure in American culture who became “The Voice” around the world. Don’t miss the chance to see some of the most admired singers of Broadway and jazz today pay tribute to Sinatra on stage at the Kaye. Music for the event will be provided by Ryan Keberle’s Big Band Living Legacy Project, a 15-piece jazz orchestra with Adam Birnbaum on piano, that also played for “Women in Jazz.” Performers include John Lloyd Young, who won a Tony Award for portraying Frankie Valli in “Jersey Boys”; Max von Essen, who was nominated for a Tony Award for “An American in Paris”; Matt Doyle, the first actor to play Sinatra on stage, who won a Tony Award for “Company”; Hilary Kole, who co-created and co-starred in “Our Sinatra,” which ran 1,300 performances Off-Broadway; and Broadway legend, Emmy, Grammy, and Tony Award winner, André De Shields.
If Theatre Was More Like Football

Theatre

In-House Production

15 Oct 2026

If Theatre Was More Like Football

Aaron Davis Hall

Two not-very successful New York City Actors go head-to-head in a match of skills against two professional Football Players. A comedy for people who think Theatre is better than Football…Or is it a comedy for people who think Football is better than Theatre??? A CCNY Theatre and Speech Fall 2026 Season Show. Written and Directed by Rob Barron.
Aida Cuevas & Flor de Toloache

Music

Professional Production

18 Oct 2026

Aida Cuevas & Flor de Toloache

Lehman Center for the Performing Arts

Known as “The Queen of Ranchera Music” and “The Voice of Mexico” Aida Cuevas is a chart topping Mariachi singer and the only woman of her genre to win both a Latin Grammy and Grammy Award! Having begun her career in 1975, she has been touring the globe since her teens. Her vocal range and expressiveness have captivated audiences worldwide, and her collaborative albums have given her an iconic place in Mexican pop culture. Join us to celebrate the legend in October. Featuring the ICONIC Flor de Toloache, an all-female mariachi band based in New York City and founded by Mireya Ramos and Shae Fiol in 2008. Tickets for kids 10 and under are $5! Call the Box office (718.960.8833) to arrange for children's tickets.
Paul Taylor Dance Company

Dance

Professional Production

24 Oct 2026

Paul Taylor Dance Company

Lehman Center for the Performing Arts

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, at 8:00PM Paul Taylor Dance Company An evening of modern dance with historic roots GET TICKETS Celebrated globally for its athletic rigor and emotional depth, Paul Taylor Dance Company brings a captivating showcase of modern dance pioneer Paul Taylor’s work to the Lehman Center stage for one incredible performance! "One of the most exciting, innovative, and delightful dance companies in the entire world." — The New York Times This mesmerizing performance weaves together three distinct Taylor masterworks: Piazzolla Caldera (1997): Set to Astor Piazzolla’s fiery tango rhythms, this sultry work explodes with nocturnal passion, dark friction, and burning desire in a smoky, intoxicating dive bar. Spindrift (1993): Set to Horatio Parker’s lush orchestral music, this wind-swept, buoyant work evokes ocean spray and rolling waves as a central soloist navigates the swirling currents of nature. Cloven Kingdom (1976): Set to Baroque music mixed with driving percussion, this iconic comedy of manners peels back high society's polite facade to reveal the primitive animal nature lurking just beneath. "The world's greatest dance company... performing works that are pure poetry in motion." — The Washington Post Don't miss your chance to experience the artistry and athleticism that have made PaulTaylor Dance Company a cornerstone of the American stage for over 70 years. Tickets for kids under 10 are $10! Call the box office or visit in person to receive the discount.
Aristotle’s Playlist

Music

Guest Production

28 Oct 2026

Aristotle’s Playlist

Ida K. Lang Recital Hall

Aristotle’s Playlist, featuring Louche, is the first of a midday express concert series organized by Hunter College’s Office of the Arts. The series pairs live music with spoken word and other art forms and is curated to relax and inform in equal measure. Louche is a newly formed playwriting collective created by the '27 MFA Playwriting cohort at Hunter College. Disreputable, uncompromisingly stylish, and deceptively charming, Louche is comprised of Jack Becker, Mya Ison, Maia Matsushita McBride, Kyle Osmon, and Drew Praskovich. This is their debut as a collective. Tickets are free.
Luis Vargas - Bachatéame NYC

Music

Professional Production

14 Nov 2026

Luis Vargas - Bachatéame NYC

Lehman Center for the Performing Arts

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, at 8:00PM BACHATÉAME NEW YORK! con LUIS VARGAS y MONCHY GET TICKETS Guests seated in Orchestra Rows A-J are invited to an exclusive VIP reception at 6:30PM before the performance, featuring complimentary wine, beer, beverages, and light bites in our elegant mezzanine cocktail bar. Get ready for an unforgettable night of bachata as Bachatéame New York brings two of the genre’s most beloved voices to Lehman Center this November. Featuring legendary Dominican artists Luis Vargas and Monchy, this spectacular concert celebrates the passion, romance, and timeless rhythms that have made bachata a worldwide phenomenon. From heartfelt ballads to dancefloor favorites, fans will experience an evening filled with classic hits, powerful performances, and the unmistakable energy of live Latin music. Whether you're a lifelong bachata enthusiast or simply love great music, Bachatéame New York promises a night of nostalgia, excitement, and unforgettable memories at the Bronx’s premier destination for world-class entertainmen
The Nutcracker Ballet

Dance

International Production

12 Dec 2026

The Nutcracker Ballet

Claire Tow Theater

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with The Nutcracker, a breathtaking ballet that fills the stage with joy, wonder, and imagination for audiences of all ages. This dazzling new production features all-new hand-painted sets and more than 200 exquisite costumes, creating a magical world where every scene feels alive with beauty and enchantment. Set to Tchaikovsky’s beloved score, the performance brings to life some of the most iconic moments in classical ballet, including Waltz of the Snowflakes, Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy, and Waltz of the Flowers. Featuring a brilliant cast of world-renowned ballet artists from 12 countries, this unforgettable Nutcracker is more than a performance — it is a celebration of international talent, timeless tradition, and the holiday spirit. Ballet in Two Acts with one intermission Family-friendly and suitable for ages 3 and up The United European Ballet Company unites distinguished international dancers trained in the rich traditions of European classical ballet. Representing a diverse range of countries and cultures, its artists bring together exceptional technical skill, artistic excellence, elegance, and powerful storytelling. Through captivating full-length classical productions, the company delivers world-class ballet performances to audiences throughout North America. “This production is about more than presenting a beautiful ballet. The Nutcracker is a holiday tradition that brings generations together. Children, parents, and grandparents can share the same experience, hear Tchaikovsky’s extraordinary music, and enter a magical world for one un the kind of Christmas memory that families find unforgettable! Our goal is to create memories people will carry with them for years.” — Michael Art
Ballads of Reverie and Reckoning - Herbert H Dance Co.

Dance

In-House Production

1 Oct 2026

Ballads of Reverie and Reckoning - Herbert H Dance Co.

Lovinger Theater

Get ready to experience an in-person performance that blends emotion and movement like never before! Ballads of Reverie and Reckoning by the Herbert H Dance Co. invites you into a world of expressive dance, captivating storytelling, and unforgettable moments. Don’t miss your chance to see this unique show live—feel every beat, every step, and every story unfold right before your eyes!
PRELUDE 2026

Festivals

Professional Production

6 Oct 2026

PRELUDE 2026

Martin E. Segal Theatre

Now in its 23rd year, the PRELUDE Festival returns with a new lineup of works-in-progress and critical conversations, organized by the artistic team: Alessandra Gómez-Misserian, Olivia Mermagen, and Dylan Sherman. This year's edition welcomes two new partners in Brooklyn: Coffey Street Studio in Red Hook and the Wythe Hotel in Williamsburg, both of which have a long-standing history of supporting artists. This expansion reflects a broader focus on celebrating the work happening in Brooklyn—PRELUDE steps outside the theater in midtown and into a hotel loft inside a former barrel factory, a converted 19th-century warehouse, and into private apartments. This year's artistic cohort spans solo performance, ensemble work, contemporary dance, clown, theater, performance art, and music, and multidisciplinary work. Artists were invited to present whatever best serves their practice in this particular moment. For some, that has meant responding directly to the strangeness of these spaces, building new work from their particular textures and histories. For others, it has meant bringing a finished piece into the world, or opening a work-in-progress to share what's still taking shape. The year’s festival is in service of what each artist’s work needs at this moment. As a featured program of the Martin E. Segal Theatre Center at the CUNY Graduate Center, PRELUDE presents a unique snapshot of the contemporary New York experimental theater. By merging the critical with the creative, PRELUDE provides a space for artists to share and discover emerging practices in form, craft, and technology. Since 2003, The Martin E. Segal Theatre Center has presented the PRELUDE Festival at GC CUNY.
Quarter Rican: A Hip-Hop Musical

Theatre

Guest Production

15 Oct 2026

Quarter Rican: A Hip-Hop Musical

Hostos Center for the Arts & Culture

What exactly is a “Quarter Rican”? A term for someone who is one-quarter Puerto Rican. But what does that fraction mean when it comes to identity, family, and culture? Quarter Rican, a hip-hop musical, explores those questions through the story of a thirty-something father navigating his own insecurities, all while figuring out how to raise a child connected to their Latinx heritage. ​Enter MC Plátano, his larger-than-life alter ego, who brings humor, music, and hip-hop into the mix while challenging him to think about parenthood, identity, gentrification, and what we pass on to the next generation. ​Blending comedy, music, and plenty of introspection, Quarter Rican features a dozen original songs that move from sharp, sarcastic humor to soulful reflection. ​Funny, personal, and thought-provoking, Quarter Rican asks a question many of us can relate to: How do we make sure the next generation knows where they come from?
The Acting Company presents TANGO PALACE by María Irene Fornés

Theatre

Professional Production

19 Oct 2026

The Acting Company presents TANGO PALACE by María Irene Fornés

Engelman Recital Hall

The Acting Company presents a Louanna O. Carlin and John McDonald reading series performance of TANGO PALACE by María Irene Fornés, in association with Expand the Canon. TANGO PALACE is Fornés’ early absurdist masterpiece, a sapphic clown pas de deux in one irreverent act. Groundbreaking playwright María Irene Fornés’ 1963 English language debut, TANGO PALACE is searing, sensual, violent, and funny. This three-scene experimental play eavesdrops on the complex doomed relationship between haughty but seductively androgenous Isidore and an earnest young mentee, Leopold. Locked in Isidore’s shrine room, their intimate battle of wills blazes with all the signature passion and deep emotional insight that made Fornés an essential part of the vanguard that defined the Off-Broadway movement. Hosted by Baruch Performing Arts Center, Engelman Recital Hall
Joe Bataan: 60 Years of Salsa & Latin Soul

Music

Professional Production

24 Oct 2026

Joe Bataan: 60 Years of Salsa & Latin Soul

Hostos Center for the Arts & Culture

Celebrating six decades of the legendary “King of Latin Soul” and his pioneering sound forged in Spanish Harlem from salsa, boogaloo, doo-wop, and soul — joined by special guest artists Frankie Morales, George Rodríguez, and Ángel Justiniano.
Left Behind: A Film To Spark a Movement

Film

Professional Production

29 Oct 2026

Left Behind: A Film To Spark a Movement

Engelman Recital Hall

In Left Behind, filmmaker Anna Toomey shares a deeply personal story that became a nationwide call to action. After her son was diagnosed with dyslexia, she saw firsthand how difficult it can be for families to find the right support. Their story also revealed a broader injustice: millions of children don’t receive the evidence-based instruction they need to learn to read. That realization sparked the creation of Left Behind. Join us for an in-person screening and panel discussion at the Engelman Recital Hall, Baruch College on Thursday, October 29, 2026. Ticket link coming soon.
La Cocina, By Tony Meneses

Theatre

In-House Production

17 Nov 2026

La Cocina, By Tony Meneses

Frederick Loewe Theatre

La Cocina by Tony Meneses takes a look at the lives of restaurant workers in a modern-day Midtown kitchen as they examine whether it’s possible for them to pursue their dreams. Raw, hilarious, and devastatingly real, La Cocina celebrates the diversity of NYC as it confronts their struggle to survive here, uncovering conflicts of race, gender, and class among the workers. Performances run from November 17 – 23. Performance starts at 7 pm, doors open 6 pm.
The Magic School Bus Live

Young Audiences

Professional Production

13 Dec 2026

The Magic School Bus Live

Lehman Center for the Performing Arts

Tickets for kids 10 and under are $10! Call the Box office (718.960.8833) to arrange for children's tickets. Families will love watching their favorite characters from the classic book & TV series explore theatmosphere on Mercury, Venus, and Mars on an epic interplanetary field trip. Guided by Ms. Frizzle,the class must pull together to find their way across the galaxy while learning as much aboutteamwork as they do about the solar system.
ESTA ISLA Screening

Film

Guest Production

1 Oct 2026

ESTA ISLA Screening

Hostos Center for the Arts & Culture

BoriCorridor and Ágora Cultural Architects present a special screening of ESTA ISLA, an intimate, thought-provoking Puerto Rican film developed by a new generation of internationally recognized filmmakers. A deeply personal and poignant portrait of the Puerto Rican experience that dives into the complexities of identity, resilience, and colonial legacy, the film had its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival, where it was honored with Best Cinematography, Best New Director, and the Jury Award. In 2026 it was nominated for the prestigious Spirit Awards, where it won the John Cassavetes Award, solidifying its place as one of the most celebrated Puerto Rican films. Synopsis: Bebo, a teenager from a coastal Puerto Rican town, lives with his brother in a public housing complex. They fish for a living, but growing desperation drives them to illegal dealings that promise easy money. When a job goes wrong and blood is spilled, Bebo flees with Lola, a wealthy girl seeking to escape her troubled reality. As they navigate the labyrinthine mountains, they encounter remnants of a fading way of life, contrasting with the violence that follows them. As hitmen close in, Bebo must confront his choices and decide if redemption is possible, or if the sea will be their final escape.
Quarter Rican: A Hip-Hop Musical

Theatre

Guest Production

11 Oct 2026

Quarter Rican: A Hip-Hop Musical

Hostos Center for the Arts & Culture

What exactly is a “Quarter Rican”? A term for someone who is one-quarter Puerto Rican. But what does that fraction mean when it comes to identity, family, and culture? Quarter Rican, a hip-hop musical, explores those questions through the story of a thirty-something father navigating his own insecurities, all while figuring out how to raise a child connected to their Latinx heritage. ​Enter MC Plátano, his larger-than-life alter ego, who brings humor, music, and hip-hop into the mix while challenging him to think about parenthood, identity, gentrification, and what we pass on to the next generation. ​Blending comedy, music, and plenty of introspection, Quarter Rican features a dozen original songs that move from sharp, sarcastic humor to soulful reflection. ​Funny, personal, and thought-provoking, Quarter Rican asks a question many of us can relate to: How do we make sure the next generation knows where they come from?
Classic Albums Live Performs: Led Zeppelin – Led Zeppelin II

Music

Professional Production

17 Oct 2026

Classic Albums Live Performs: Led Zeppelin – Led Zeppelin II

BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center

Classic Albums Live has earned a stellar reputation for perfectly recreating classic rock albums in its entirety, reproduced to be as true to the original recording as possible, and without costumes or impersonators. The musicians go to great lengths to faithfully recreate every sound on the original album live on stage, note for note, cut for cut. Led Zeppelin II, the second studio album by the legendary English rock band Led Zeppelin, was released in 1969. The iconic album features such classic Led Zeppelin hits as “Whole Lotta Love,” “Ramble On” and more. The rock orchestra Classic Albums Live will perform this album on stage, note for note, cut for cut, followed by a dynamic set featuring Led Zeppelin’s greatest hits. Classic Albums Live offers two distinct experiences: a faithful rendition of the chosen record in the first half, followed by a dynamic set featuring the artist’s greatest hits. CAL honors these recordings and their fans by delivering performances that sound exactly like the records. To do this, CAL boasts an exceptional ensemble of performers, all of whom have graced music’s elite stages and collaborated with industry icons both in studio and on stage. All of the focus is on the music; there are no distracting costumes or bad impersonations.
Chamber Recital: Abendlider/Liebeslieder

Music

In-House Production

20 Oct 2026

Chamber Recital: Abendlider/Liebeslieder

Tow Center Atrium and Terrace

Malcolm Merriweather and Ursula Oppens, Directors. Brahms’ Liebeslieder Waltzes, op. 52 and op. 65 with Christine Cornell, soprano; Margaret Dobbins, mezzo-soprano; Patrick Silk, tenor; George Baolin, bass; Jay Simon Abrera and William Rayment, piano.
Cirque Kalabanté: WOW (World of Words)

Circus

International Production

25 Oct 2026

Cirque Kalabanté: WOW (World of Words)

Colden Auditorium

Back by popular demand! Cirque Kalabanté returns to KCA after its sold-out 2024 run with WOW (World of Words), a breathtaking celebration of African culture, movement, and human connection. Get ready for jaw-dropping acrobatics, powerful rhythms, storytelling, song, ritual, and physical play as performers turn movement into a universal language. Inspired by ancestral African wisdom and guided by Trust, Respect, and Wisdom, WOW breaks through barriers and brings audiences together in an exhilarating finale celebrating unity. Come experience the energy, artistry, and wow factor live!
Sekou McMiller, closed worklight rehearsal

Dance

In-House Production

2 Nov 2026

Sekou McMiller, closed worklight rehearsal

Gerald W Lynch Theater

As part of his residency with the CUNY Dance Initiative and Gerald W. Lynch Theater at John Jay College, Afro-Latin dance artist, choreographer, and educator Sekou McMiller will use the theater for a closed worklight rehearsal. The residency provides dedicated stage time for McMiller to develop, rehearse, and refine new choreographic work in a professional theater environment. www1.cuny.edu This is a closed rehearsal and is not open to the public.
Dance Department Fall Rep Concert

Dance

In-House Production

20 Nov 2026

Dance Department Fall Rep Concert

The Kaye Playhouse

Features original choreography, student performances, and guest artist repertory. Performances on Nov 20-21.
Curious George Live!

Young Audiences

Professional Production

21 Feb 2027

Curious George Live!

Lehman Center for the Performing Arts

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21, at 4:00PM CURIOUS GEORGE The GOLDEN MEATBALL GET TICKETS Tickets for kids 10 and under are $10! Call the Box office (718.960.8833) to arrange for children's tickets. Join Curious George on a fun-filled adventure in Curious George and the Golden Meatball! Based on the beloved books and hit PBS Kids® series, this delightful live musical brings everyone's favorite curious little monkey to the stage for a heartwarming journey filled with laughter, music, and surprises. When Chef Pisghetti's famous meatballs go missing before the Golden Meatball Contest, George's curiosity leads to an unforgettable adventure that teaches the importance of friendship, teamwork, and believing in yourself. Perfect for children and families of all ages, this entertaining production is packed with catchy songs, colorful characters, and plenty of monkey mischief you won't want to miss!
Conservatory Orchestra I

Music

Student Production

1 Oct 2026

Conservatory Orchestra I

Claire Tow Theater

Debussy, Sarabande and Danse; Beethoven, Symphony No. 1 in C major George Rothman, Conductor Under the direction of conductor George Rothman, the Conservatory Orchestra presents several concerts each semester—richly varied programs of repertory from the Baroque to New Music, including concertos featuring the winner of the conservatory’s annual concerto competition. The orchestra also participates in the conservatory’s Composer-in-Residence program, through which selected student composers create new works presented in public readings and workshop performances.
Plim Plim En Vivo

Young Audiences

International Production

11 Oct 2026

Plim Plim En Vivo

Lehman Center for the Performing Arts

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11, at 1:00pm & 3:00pm PLIM PLIM EN VIVO! The Live Musical Experience GET TICKETS Tickets for kids 10 and under are $10! Call the Box office (718.960.8833) to arrange for children's tickets. Select showtime after tapping "GET TICKETS" above. Join Plim Plim and all his friends for a magical live adventure at Lehman Center this fall! Filled with music, laughter, colorful characters, and valuable lessons about friendship, kindness, and healthy habits, Plim Plim en Vivo brings the beloved children's phenomenon from the screen to the stage in an exciting interactive experience for the whole family. Featuring dazzling costumes, energetic choreography, and the songs that millions of children know and love, this heartwarming production will delight young audiences while creating unforgettable memories for parents and caregivers alike.
Cirque-tacular and DCA Productions presents “Spooktacular”

Circus

Professional Production

18 Oct 2026

Cirque-tacular and DCA Productions presents “Spooktacular”

BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center

Spooks, specters, and scaredy-cats contort and cavort through a high-flying circus of scare. Vampire’s soar, skeletons stagger, and acrobatic cats romp through a humorously haunted bazaar of the bizarre. Indulge your inner eerie in this family-friendly, bone-chilling delight! For over a decade, Cirque-tacular has been providing top-quality theatrical entertainment. Good for All Ages. This event is part of the Tribeca PAC Family Series.
Book Celebration: The Diaries of Judith Malina with NOW! Judith Malina and the Living Theatre

Readings

In-House Production

22 Oct 2026

Book Celebration: The Diaries of Judith Malina with NOW! Judith Malina and the Living Theatre

Martin E. Segal Theatre

The Diaries of Judith Malina, volumes 1-4 compiles the personal writings of radical theatre director, actor, and activist Judith Malina, spanning 1947 through 1971—the most influential period of her remarkable and storied career. A committed anarchist and pacifist, Malina made theatre as a way to engage in revolutionary action. Her diaries showcase her political and social observations, cultural commentary, self-reflection, and wit. This expertly prepared set is compiled and edited by theater historian Kate Bredeson, who worked for over eleven years on the project. Bredeson invites us to recognize Malina for her accomplishments not only as an artist and an activist, but as one of the great literary diarists. In addition, German theatre historian Anna Opel from Berlin will discuss her 2026 Malina biography NOW! Judith Malina und das Living Theater (NOW! Judith Malina and the Living Theatre). In her book Opel explored archival material and followed Malina's footsteps, conducting research with artists in New York, Berlin, and southern Italy. With Kate Bredeson, Anna Opel, Alisa Solomon, Cindy Rosenthal, Louisa Pregerson, and others. Moderated by Frank Hentschker.
FEFU AND HER FRIENDS

Theatre

Student Production

25 Oct 2026

FEFU AND HER FRIENDS

Don Buchwald Theater

October 23–24, 26–28 at 7:30PM and October 24 at 2:00PM Don Buchwald Theater Brooklyn College The Fall 26-Spring 27 season opener for the Department of Theater. Written by By María Irene Fornés and guest directed by Ran Xia. Synopsis Fefu and seven of her friends have gathered at her home for the day to plan a charity event. As the women move throughout the house, their conversations reveal the different sides of their personalities and the private struggles they each carry. In between water fights, rabbits, laughter, and moments of tension, they share their dreams, fears, relationships, and frustrations with one another. Although they come together as friends, each woman experiences the pressures and expectations placed on women in very different ways. As the day continues, the playful atmosphere becomes increasingly complicated as the women confront issues of control, violence, identity, and repression. María Irene Fornés’ Obie-winning play, Fefu and Her Friends, follows these eight women as they navigate their relationships with each other and the limitations of the world around them. Through its intimate portrayal of female friendship, the play explores gender inequality and the ways social expectations can affect women’s freedom, choices, and sense of self.
Ginuwine at Lehman Center

Music

Professional Production

7 Nov 2026

Ginuwine at Lehman Center

Lehman Center for the Performing Arts

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2026 at 8:00PM GINUWINE ONE NIGHT ONLY in the Bronx with special guest RO JAMES GET TICKETS Guests seated in Orchestra Rows A-J are invited to an exclusive VIP reception at 6:30PM before the performance, featuring complimentary wine, beer, beverages, and light bites in our elegant mezzanine cocktail bar. Experience an unforgettable night of smooth vocals, timeless R&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&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.
A Charlie Brown Christmas - Live On Stage

Young Audiences

Professional Production

29 Nov 2026

A Charlie Brown Christmas - Live On Stage

Lehman Center for the Performing Arts

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29, at 4:00PM A Charlie Brown Christmas LIVE ON STAGE! GET TICKETS Everyone’s favorite holiday classic comes to life in the touring production 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 is a present the whole family can enjoy! Adapted from Charles M. Schulz’s timeless story of the spirit of Christmas, A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS LIVE ON STAGE features the unforgettable music of Vince Guaraldi. There’s no better way to discover the magic of the season! Tickets for kids 10 and under are $10! Call the Box office (718.960.8833) to arrange for children's tickets.

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