On May 22nd, as part of NYCxDesign Festival, ThoughtMatter is transforming our Flatiron studio into a gallery of original works, aiming to shed light on governmental and societal shortcomings and to question who in our city really benefits from decisions made by the powers that be. Questioning fuels creativity. It helps us embrace uncertainty in […]
As we mark the centennial of Surrealism, join authors Mark Polizzotti and Robert Zeller in conversation about historical Surrealism and its enduring legacy in contemporary culture and art. They will discuss their books, Why Surrealism Matters (Polizzotti) and New Surrealism: The Uncanny in Contemporary Painting (Zeller), as well as why some aspects of Surrealism remain prevalent in the West, […]
Composers: Michael Dudley, Chelsea McBride, Tracy Yang Woodwinds: Ben Kono, Michael Thomas, Jason Rigby, John Lowery, Carl Maraghi Trumpet: Sam Hoyt, John Lake, Chloe Rowlands, Dave Adewumi Trombone: Nick Grinder, Jasim Perales, Sam Blakeslee, Jennifer Wharton Rhythm: Chris McCarthy -piano Olli Hirvonen -guitar Evan Gregor -bass John Sturino -drums The Jazz Composers’ Showcase features emerging […]
Join information designer Giorgia Lupi and writer Madeleine Garner to celebrate their charming new book, an illustrated guide to how data can help us learn about ourselves and the world. PLEASE NOTE: RSVPs are encouraged but not required. Seating is limited and will be first come, first served. Doors open at 5:30 pm.
Sylvie Courvoisier -piano Patricia Brennan -vibraphone TALAMANTI is a project and a body of work for piano and mallet percussion. This project is inspired by the uniqueness of the instrumentation and the limitless sonic possibilities of the combination of both instruments. Mallet percussionist Patricia Brennan and the extraordinary pianist Sylvie Courvoisier explore and push the […]
Carmen Staaf -piano Pablo Menares -bass Roberto Giaquinto -drums Pianist Carmen Staaf brings her trio to the Jazz Gallery for an evening of originals and explorations of music by Strayhorn, Monk and others. Music legend Herbie Hancock calls Carmen Staaf "a consummate jazz pianist with equal talent in composition, orchestration and arranging." Currently pianist and Musical […]
Performances by Maurice Chestnut Christina Carminucci Melissa Almaguer The Foreman Brothers Toru Sakuragi, Jessee Leigh Robinson, Isabella Serricella Jared Scott Kyleigh Vickers Featuring the Chris McCarthy Trio National Tap Dance Day celebration in honor of Bill Bojangles Robinson.
Join us as we explore the history of Madison Square Park and the role its played in New York City over the centuries. Learn all about the park’s official establishment and key historical events sprinkled throughout the park’s history from the first official tree lighting all the way back to the creation of baseball. Free […]
Take a second to reflect and practice mindfulness this Arbor Month. Parkgoers are invited to join Nancy Kopans, certified forest therapy guide and founder of Urban Edge Forest Therapy, on a slow mindful walk throughout the park. Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku, forest bathing focuses on the connection between oneself and nature. This practice […]
Join us to celebrate the launch of Richard Koek's new book Tokyo Tokyo where Koek reveals the true face of a city where tradition and innovation go hand in hand. PLEASE NOTE: RSVPs are encouraged but not required. Seating is limited and will be first come, first served. Doors open at 5:30 pm. Can't attend? Order your signed […]
Alex Harding -bari sax Lucian Ban -piano & Fender Rhodes Bob Stewart -tuba Mat Maneri -viola Brandon Lee Lewis -drums SUNNYSIDE RECORDS releases (May 17) Alex Harding & Lucian Ban BLUTOPIA with special guest star BOB STEWART For their second album for Sunnyside baritone saxophonist Alex Harding & pianist Lucian Ban highlight their long and […]
The dinnerware of presidents and the teacups of dignitaries. Mottahedeh, founded 100 years ago and based on Mildred and Rafi Mottahedeh’s passion for antiques, is the most distinguished ceramics reproduction company today. Wendy Kvalheim launches her second book Splendid Settings: 100 Years of Mottahedeh Design. In conversation with Alex Papachristidis. PLEASE NOTE: RSVPs are encouraged but […]
