Calendar of events

International Antique Book Fair

The New York International Antiquarian Book Fair (NYIABF) returns to the Park Avenue Armory (643 Park Avenue, Manhattan) April 4-7. Universally recognized as the world’s finest antique book fair, the NYIABF will bring together nearly 200 exhibitors from around the world, including Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Japan , Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. In recent years, NYIABF has increasingly attracted the attention of young collectors looking for unique offerings at more affordable prices. Prices range from $50 to millions of dollars. More information:

Photo: Collection of costumes from Spain. Sl (Paris), Gauguery, na (1786). Courtesy:NYIABF

OKAN in the Atrium of Lincoln Center

The Afro-Cuban group OKAN, led by singer-songwriters Elizabeth Rodríguez on violin and Magdelys Savigne on percussion, will be performing this Friday, April 5 at the Atrium of Lincoln Center (61 W 62nd St). This group’s upbeat music doesn’t fit into a single musical category—its boisterous drums, catchy hooks, and Spanish lyrics suggest it could be considered part of the “alterlatino” genre—but its richly produced scores and penchant for high-flying improvisation evoke jazz fusion. At 7:30 pm. Free. Information: https://www.lincolncenter.org.

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“Las SinSombrero” at the Thalia Theater

The Thalia Theater presents “Las SinSombrero flamenco”, a flamenco music, singing and dance show based on the Spanish women artists of “La Generación del 27” known as “las sinsombrero”, who believed in a just society seeking autonomy, professional careers and intellectual freedom just like men. Directed by Yloy Ybarra, created and choreographed by Elisabet Torras and produced by Ángel Gil Orrios, with the dancers Elisabet Torras and Juana Cala and the guest artist Victoria “La Grianera”. In the music there will be the singer-dancer Barbara Martínez, the singer Olyda Ola and the guitarist Adrián Alvarado. From April 5 to 21, Thursday-Friday-Saturday at 8:00 pm and Sunday at 4:00 pmThe Thalia Spanish Theater is located at 41-17 Greenpoint Avenue, Sunnyside (Queens). Tickets: www.thaliatheatre.org or by calling (718) 729-3880.

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Laura Pausini at Madison

After resounding success in Europe and Latin America, Laura Pausini is now in the United States and this Saturday she arrives at the Theater at Madison Square Garden with her tenth world tour. The outstanding Italian singer is celebrating her 30 years of musical career and the launch of her album “Almas paralleles”, from which she will perform some of her songs, in addition to her biggest hits, such as “Víveme”, “Amores Extraños” and “Entre Tú and Thousand Seas.” At 8:00 pm. Appetizer: ticketmaster.com.

Photo: Ines Lourenco

Gilberto Santa Rosa at Radio City

This Saturday, April 6, salsa returns to Radio City with one of its main exponents, Gilberto Santa Rosa and his “Auténtico” tour, which he is successfully taking to various cities in the country. The so-called “Caballero de la salsa” will bring his best-known songs, such as “Perdóname” and “Yo la agarro Bajando”, to the famous stage of the city. At 8:00 pm. Entries in ticketmaster.com.

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“Earth” exhibition at MoMA PS1

MoMA PS1 inaugurates this week the work of Guatemalan artist Regina José Galindo, a monumental video call installation Tierra, which explores the connections between labor exploitation, resources, and human life in Guatemala. Evoking images of mass graves dug by machines, the work draws attention to the massacre of hundreds of thousands of indigenous people, mostly Maya Ixil, during the Guatemalan Civil War (1960-1996). The work premieres this Thursday, April 4, while on Saturday the 6th there will be an Open House where poetry readings in Spanish by Galindo will be presented at 5:30 pm. More information: https://www.momaps1.org.

Foto: Regina Jose Galindo. Tierra (Still). 2013. The Museum of Modern Art, New York. Gift of Mario Cader-Frech through the Latin American and Caribbean Fund.

Dominican comedy show

The Lehman Center for the Performing Arts (250 Bedford Park Boulevard West, Bronx) will be presenting the comedy show “El Dominicano es un Joke,” featuring some of the Dominican Republic’s most beloved first-generation comedians, Jockey Santos, Felipe Polanco “Borunga” and Cuquín Victoria, along with Carlos Sánchez and Juan Carlos Pichardo. The audience will laugh as they listen to them talk about what it means to be Dominican, through stories, anecdotes, parodies and jokes. The comedians have been performing for more than four decades and their most recent show, Stand Viejos, has hailed them as one of the best comedy acts in their country. Saturday, April 6 at 8:00 pm. Tickets by calling 718-960-8833 or at https://www.lehmancenter.org/events/dominican-comedy.

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Presentation of Puerto Rican poetry

The House of Puerto Rican Cultural Heritage, in collaboration with the writers Myrna Nieves and Yarisa Colón Torres, invites you to celebrate the publication of the book by the Puerto Rican poet Mairym Cruz Bernal, “This way of flying in a balloon”, published by Editorial Lúdika. Cruz-Bernal is a poet, editor, translator, columnist and essayist, and among other merits, she chaired the PEN-Puerto Rico and directed the Puertas Group: Artistic-literary movement at the end of the century. The presentation will take place at the Black Box theater in El Barrio’s Artspace PS 109 (215 East 99 Street,Manhattan), this Saturday, April 6 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Free.

Photo: Noah Andras

Solar eclipse viewing party

On Monday, April 8, Green-Wood Cemetery (Fifth Avenue and 25th Street, Brooklyn) will be the ideal place to witness the last partial solar eclipse visible from New York until 2045. The event will begin at 1:30pm; The partial eclipse will begin at 2:10 pm, reach its maximum at 3:25 pm and end at 4:36 pm. There will be ongoing family activities throughout the afternoon, including viewing the eclipse through telescopes with amateur astronomers and projecting the telescope’s view on a large screen. In the Historic Chapel, attendees will be able to view the total solar eclipse as it appears on the path of totality, broadcast from NASA. For more information about the event, visit: https://www.green-wood.com/event/solar-eclipse-2024.

Foto: Green-Wood Cemetery

El eclipse solar desde Tavern on the Green

On Monday, April 8, Tavern on the Green (entrance at 67th Street and Central Park West) will have its first Solar Eclipse Viewing Party, offering themed cocktails, iconic food classics like the Tavern Burger, an exclusively themed cookie in black and white and protective glasses to view the eclipse safely. The viewing event will take place on the patio of the famous Central Park restaurant, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, and will feature an astronomer from Columbia University who will offer a 30-minute educational presentation to explain more about the eclipse, like why it happens and why this particular eclipse is so rare. More information:

Photo: Courtyard-Paolo Verzani

The Public Hotel premieres two fifteen

The city has a new cocktail bar at The Public Hotel (215 Chrystie Street) following the recent opening of “two fifteen”, a collaboration between Ian Schrager and Nur Khan, renowned New York nightlife professionals. The venue offers elevated and innovative drinks and will also regularly host surprise musical performances from today’s most cutting-edge artists. Award-winning master mixologist Charlotte Voisey was tapped to design the beverage program, which features champagne cocktails, modern twists on classics, vibrantly colored drinks and non-alcoholic options. The bar’s signature cocktail, the custom-made Gold Bellini, is inspired by the original Venice bellini of the 1940s. To round out the menu, light bites are also available, including oysters, shrimp cocktail, ceviche and more. Information: https://www.publichotels.com/newyork.

Foto: The Public Hotel

New on Broadway: The Notebook

Nicholas Sparks’ best-selling novel, which inspired the famous movie “The Notebook,” was once revived to give life to a new Broadway musical. The production original tells the love story of Alie and Noah, two people from different worlds who share a life of love despite the forces that threaten to tear them apart, in a deeply moving portrait of the enduring power of love.

Produced by Kevin McCollum and Kurt Deutsch, The Notebook features music and lyrics by Ingrid Michaelson and a book by playwright Bekah Brunstetter (writer and producer of NBC’s “This Is Us,” The Cake). The production is directed by Michael Greif (Dear Evan Hansen, Next to Normal, RENT) and Schele Williams (Aida, The Wiz), with choreography by Katie Spelman (Associate Choreographer on Moulin Rouge! The Musical).

The cast of The Notebook includes Tony Award winner Maryann Plunkett as Older Allie, Dorian Harewood as Older Noah, Joy Woods as Middle Allie, Ryan Vasquez as Middle Noah, Jordan Tyson as Young Allie, John Cardoza as Young Noah, Andréa Burns as Mother/Nurse Lori, Carson Stewart as Johnny/Fin. The Notebook comes to Broadway after a successful first run at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater in fall 2022. At the Schoenfeld Theater (236 W. 45th Street). Entries in: https://notebookmusical.com.

Photo: Julieta Cervantes

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Juanes at Radio City

Latin music icon Juanes is touring the country with his ‘Vida Cotidiana’ tour, celebrating his music and its impact across generations, and this Thursday, March 14, he arrives at the famous stage of Radio City Music Hall. The Colombian artist brings his fusion of rock, pop, folk and the message of social justice, love and unity to his New York fans, who will sing his classic songs such as “A Dios le pido”, “La Camisa Negra”, “Mala Gente” ,“Photography” and “Nothing I’m Worth Without Your Love”. Juanes, winner of 29 GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY awards, will be accompanied by his traditional band of musicians with whom he maintains a great musical cohesion that infects the public.. At 8:00 pm. Tickets are available at: https://www.vividseats.com.

Photo: Isabel González

“Pura Sangre” at the NYC Flamenco Festival

The Flamenco Festival New York continues this week with several high-level shows. On Thursday, March 14, Israel Fernández and Diego del Morao will be performing with their show “Pura Sangre.” Fernández is one of the most celebrated flamenco artists of his generation, recognized for infusing the traditional Spanish genre with his own personality and style; while Del Morao has the tradition and responsibility of belonging to one of the most recognized Jerez families of flamenco artists. At 8:00 pm at Merkin Hall at the Kaufman Music Center (129 West 67th Street (between Broadway and Amsterdam). Entries in: https://www.kaufmanmusiccenter.org.

Photo: Kaufman Music Center

María José Llergo in Lee Poisson Rouge

As part of the New York Flamenco Festival, this Friday, March 15, it will be the turn of María José Llergo, known for giving an original interpretation of Spanish folklore. Her new album, “Ultrabelleza,” is a declaration of intent in the search for an authentic artistic vision that transcends flamenco. Freedom and the beauty of difference are the backbone of themes in which the artist appeals to diversity and a more egalitarian and fair society. The roots of flamenco singing remain in its musical DNA but without fear of taking risks with other musical styles. At 8:00 pm at Le Poisson Rouge (158 Bleecker St. Manhattan). Boletos:https://www.flamencofestival.org.

Photo: Flamenco Festival

Gloria Trevi’s tour arrives in New York

Gloria Trevi will perform this Friday, March 15 in New York as part of her “Mi Soundtrack” tour, with which she is visiting several cities in the United States. Radio City Music Hall will receive the Mexican singer who is promoting her latest album project of the same name as the tour. She will have the Spanish duo as a special guest IN THE NEBULOwith whom he will sing his success “The debt“, the song with which they won the Benidorm Fest 2024 and will represent Spain in the Eurovision Song Contest 2024. In “My Soundtrack World Tour”, Trevi will present new and renewed musical arrangements, giving new air to their timeless hits, among they “Dr. Psiquiatra”, “Pelo Suelto”, “Con los Ojos Cerrados” and “All Me Miran”, among others, and also new favorites, such as “Medusa” and “Inocente”. The tour is produced by Live Nation, Great Talent Entertainment and Latino Live, and will continue through VA, NC, TX, FL (Miami, April 19)and will have a great return in Puerto Rico on April 26. At 8:00 pm. Tickets available at: www.livenation.com.

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‘This is how Federico sings’ at the LATEA Theater

The LATEA Theater (107 Suffolk St.) presents, this Friday, March 15 at 7:30 pm, the piece “ Así Canta Federico “. The production is described as “a theatrical experience of music and dance inspired by” the spirit of Federico García Lorca. “The powerful music performed by guitar, piano, percussion, flute and voice shows Spanish roots as well as more modern expressions that come from tradition,” explains its creator and director Nilko Andreas of Azlo Productions. The artists on stage are: Alfonso Cid, flamenco singer and flutist; Paloma de Vega, dancer and choreographer; Liz Chidester, vocals and guitarist; Hayk Arsenyan, pianist; and Andreas, voice and guitarist. For more information and tickets, visit: https://teatrolatea.org.

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The King of Latin Soul in the Atrium

This Friday, March 15, break out your dancing shoes for a night with the King of Latin Soul, Joe Bataan. The musician comes from East Harlem, where he formed his first band in the 1960s: Joe Bataan and the Latin Swingers. His music was a fusion of Latin boogaloo and African-American doo-wop, and his eight albums included the hit “Riot!” and the classic hit “Subway Joe.” In the 1970s, Joe played a key role in coining the term “salsoul,” which linked salsa and soul music. As co-founder of Salsoul Records, he recorded three more albums and several singles, including “Rap-O Clap-O,” which became an early hit in the emerging Hip-Hop scene. At 7:30 pm. Free. In it David Rubenstein Atrium (61 West 62nd Street). Information: www.lincolncenter.org. Photo: Lincoln Center.

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‘Forever Freestyle’ en el Lehman Center

The Lehman Center for the Performing Arts in association with Sal Abbatiello of Fever Records presents the Latin-flavored dance music sensation Forever Freestyle, this Saturday, March 16 at 8pm. For Latinos who enjoyed their youth in the late 80s and early 90s, Freestyle, a hybrid of Hip Hop and disco, was known simply as “Our Music.” Returning to the Lehman for the 16th consecutive year, the concert will feature performances by Judy Torres (Photo), George Lamond, TKA, Noel, The Cover Girls, Betty D de Sweet Sensation, Cynthia, C-Bank, Coro, Safire y Two Without Hats. Música a cargo de DJ Lucho y DJ Whiteboy KYS. At 250 Bedford Park Boulevard West, Bronx. Tickets by calling 718-960-8833 or online at

Photo: Lehman Center

LaMicro Theater celebrates 20 years of artistic life

On the occasion of its 20th anniversary and as part of ESCENA SUR 2024, LaMicro Theater will present this Saturday, March 16, a dramatized reading of the play “The Bridge/El Puente”, written by playwright Sandra Ruiz. LaMicro Theater, founded in 2003, is a leading independent, nonprofit theater company whose mission is to present contemporary works from Latin America, Spain, and by Latinos in the United States, written in Spanish or English. The Bridge/El Puente tells how a Latino family faces many challenges in today’s society. The piece will be directed by Mexican director Fiamma Piacentini, with a cast made up of Gilat Géricault, Jacqueline Guillén, Ernesto De Villa Bejjani, Paola Poucel, Georgina Saldaña and Bryant Jager. Sandra Ruiz will attend her reading and the public will have the opportunity to talk with her. At 7:30 pm. At the Chain Theater, 312 W. 36th St., 3rd floor, Manhattan. Information: www.lamicrotheater.org.

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Show de danza “The Look of Love”

The Mark Morris Dance Group pays tribute to the legendary Burt Bacharach with the New York premiere of “The Look of Love,” a live music and dance show at the Brooklyn Academy of Music, March 20-23. This collaboration with Mr. Bacharach before his passing last winter brings his catalog of iconic hits to the stage for four nights, powered by ingenuity and wonder, with an ensemble of world-class dancers, brilliant costumes designed by the celebrated designer of fashion Isaac Mizrahi, an incredible Broadway cabaret vocalist and 4-piece band. At the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House (30 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn). At 8:00 pm. Tickets:https://tickets.bam.org.

Photo: David Bazemore

Rotunda Dance Party and el Guggenheim Museum

Works & Process at the Guggenheim presents ‘Rotunda Dance Party: Behind the Groove by Kwikstep and Rokafella,’ a party celebrating all things dance in the Guggenheim Rotunda, on Monday, March 18 at 8 p.m. Since 2009, hip-hop dance legends Kwikstep, also known as DJ KS 360, and Rokafella have hosted Behind the Groove, a dance party inviting the community to jam to classic dance music past, present and future. The event allows dancers to interact organically in a social exchange on the dance floor. Previously held at the Nuyorican Poets Café and now at the Bogart House in Brooklyn, the party will come to the Guggenheim Museum Rotunda during the café’s renovation, in conjunction with the museum’s Member Mondays and presented by Works & Process. We’ll see dance styles like house, popping, breaking, locking, up-rocking, salsa and hustle share the stage in a night that highlights music, dancers and diverse dance styles. To purchase tickets, visit https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/guggenheim/3515/event/1356475.

Photo: Courtesy Michelle Tabnick PR

“Queen of Hearts” en Brooklyn

The show “Queen of Hearts,” Company XIV’s sumptuous tribute to Lewis Carroll’s “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland,” immerses audiences in a world of sensual wonder and surreal delights. Enter a decadent dream world infused with a mesmerizing mix of circus, dazzling singers, burlesque acts, classical dance and lavish design. Théâtre XIV is a boutique theater where classically trained artists also host and serve at the bar, serving guests and preparing immersive cocktails from a curated menu. Théâtre XIV is located at 383 Troutman St. Brooklyn. More information and tickets: www.companyxiv.com.

Foto: Mark Shelby Perry

Special dinner for girls at The Standard Grill

There are countless ways to celebrate women this month in New York, from attending comedy shows by emerging comedians to supporting local art galleries that showcase works by female artists. And for those who want to enjoy a dinner with friends after a day of activities, The Standard Grill is offering a ‘Girl Dinner’ throughout the month of March, for two people. Diners can combine four courses from the appetizer, side or dessert menus, plus two martinis, for $80. For more details and to book, visit:

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International art show in Chelsea

An exhibition of a large group of international artists, led by Peruvian curator Paul Cabezas, opens today, Thursday, January 18, at the Montserrat Contemporary Art gallery in Chelsea. This exhibition brings together a total of 14 creatives from different countries, such as Chile, Mexico, Colombia, Spain, Guatemala, Venezuela, the United States, among others, and will remain on display for two weeks. Cabezas, accustomed to curating multicultural and multifaceted exhibitions in galleries in the city and in other countries, was in charge of bringing together all the plastic artists for this new exhibition. The opening is open to the public and will take place from 6:30 to 8:30 pm, at the Montserrat Gallery located at 547 West 27th Street #516, Manhattan. More information:

Boricua Legends Orchestra at the Atrium

Renowned percussionist, musical director and producer Pedro “Pocholo” Segundo and his salsa group Boricua Legends Orchestra, created in 2011 in New York, will be performing this Friday, January 19 at the Atrium of Lincoln Center. Since the orchestra’s inception, they have won several awards in Puerto Rico, such as the Taino Entertainment in 2019, the Band of the Year award in 2020, and the Best Music Creator award at the Puerto Rican Music Hall of Fame. the East Coast in 2021. Enjoy the Boricua Legends for an unparalleled night of salsa and social dancing, starting at 7:30 pm. Free. He David Rubenstein Atrium is located at 61 West 62nd Street, Manhattan. More information: https: www.lincolncenter.org.

Foto: Edwin Marzan Photography

‘8 Killer Women’ at the Thalía Theater

Enjoy a night full of tangles and excitement with “8 Mujeres Asesinas”, a theatrical piece that will keep you on the edge of your seat and make you laugh non-stop. Get ready to discover the dark secrets of the characters played by actresses Sully Diaz, Amneris Morales, Myriam Amanda, Maga Cedeño, Yolany Rodriguez, Yvette Quintero, Yanet Betances and Belange Rodriguez. Only three performances, Friday, January 19 and Saturday, January 20, at 8:00 pm, and Sunday, January 21 at 4:00 pm. At El Barrio’s Artspace PS109, located at 215 E 99th St, New York. Tickets and information: https: thaliatheatre.org

Photo: Thalia Theatre

The Ukrainian Ballet at the Lehman Center

This Friday, January 19, the Lehman Center for the Performing Arts will be presenting the show “The Ballet of Cinderella,” performed by the world-renowned The State Ballet Theater of Ukraine. Recognized as one of the most prestigious institutions of classical ballet in Ukraine, this dance company has the honor and task of preserving the heritage of great Ukrainian dances. Presented by Classical Arts Entertainment, The Ballet of Cinderella will be a two-act performance with a score by Sergei Prokofiev and choreography by Andrei Litvinov, which tells the story of a beautiful young woman in search of her Prince Charming. At 7:30 pm. The Lehman Center for the Performing Arts is located at 250 Bedford Park Boulevard West, Bronx. Tickets and information at:https://www.lehmancenter.org/events/cinderella.

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Children’s Museum honors Martin Luther King

The Children’s Museum of Manhattan (212 West 83rd Street,) is celebrating the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. every Saturday and Sunday in January. This Saturday the 20th and Sunday the 21st, attendees will be able to explore numerous paintings that different artists have made of figures such as Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman, Malcolm X and others, and express their vision of them. Additionally, inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s idea of ​​a just community, children can create collages, draw and glue on the uniforms of their favorite community workers to explore the many ways people in the neighborhood help make the community community prosper. For more information, visit: https://cmom.org/cmom-programs/.

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Colorful clouds in Madison Square Park

Madison Square Park has just inaugurated the work “To Let the Sky Know/Let the sky know”, by the artist with Argentine roots Ana María Hernando. The piece is created by a series of atmospheric clouds and a cascade of tulle across the lawn of Manhattan’s famous public park. Hernando sculpts delicate sanctuaries inspired by natural forms and transformed through the sewing process, the brilliance of the colors and the environment of the work. Her work features lightness and vibrant colors, driven by concrete expectations of hope, growth, and fluidity. Her sculptures are evocative for their apparent fragility and evanescence. This public art project kicks off the 20th anniversary of the Madison Square Park Conservation Art Program and will be on display through March 17.

Photo: Rashmi Gill

Opera “Malinxe” en Battery Park

“Malinxe,” a contemporary opera created by indigenous composers Autumn Chacó and Laura Ortman, will be performed this Saturday, January 20, at the Battery Park Playscape, as part of the Prototype Festival. In this original opera, Chacon and Ortman explore Malinxe, a Nahua woman considered the mother of the modern Mexican people, whose complex story is often equated with that of La Llorona. In this interpretation, Malinxe plays a contemporary woman who plunges into the dangerous realm of La Llorona and must make transformative decisions to save her own spirit. Physically set next to a body of water, it will be performed by experimental musicians and artists hailing from New Mexico and New York. At 5:00 pm. Free. Information: https: prototypefestival.org.

Photo: Malinda Thurz

Estreno del musical “The Perfect Game”

This week sees the premiere of the off-Broadway play “The Perfect Game: A Slam Dunk New Musical,” a new comedy musical that interweaves the historical story of Jim Naismith, a young technologist who invents basketball, with the contemporary story of two coaches, who are dealing with personal and professional problems. Jim and his wife, Maud, enter the modern world to help the two coaches recover and rediscover their love for the sport as they prepare for the big final game of the season. With original book, music and lyrics by John Grissmer, direction by Danny Salles, choreography by Ashley Marinelli, musical direction by Matthew Stephens and arrangements and musical supervision by Russ Kassoff. At Theater Row (410 W 42nd Street). Opening Sunday January 21st until January 28th. For more information: PerfectGameMusical.com

Harry Potter at 2 for 1

Harry Potter: The Exhibition, an experience that has enchanted more than 1.7 million visitors from around the world, is participating in New York’s Must-See Week, offering a chance for visitors to celebrate its magical world with a 2 for 1. The interactive exhibition created and developed by Imagine Exhibitions, in association with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment and EMC Presents, is located on the corner of 34th Street and 6th Avenue. Sale tickets are on sale from this week until February 4. Those interested can visit new-york.harrypotterexhibition.com for more information and to purchase tickets.

Foto: S. Savenok/Getty Images for Harry Potter: The Exhibition

​Astra Lumina at Queens Botanical Garden

After a great success in Los Angeles, “Astra Lumina” arrives in New York. This enchanted night walk, installed at the Queens Botanical Garden (42-80 Crommelin Street, Flushing), invites visitors to discover the wonder of the stars. Take a tour through mysterious terrain to discover a celestial path of brilliant light, cosmic visions and astral songs. Created by the visionary minds at Moment Factory, Astra Lumina NY is the nineteenth experience in the Lumina Night Walk series. For more information and tickets, visit: https: astralumina.com/new-york.

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Tango night at the Atrium

The Latin Grammy Award-winning tango quartet, Pedro Giraudo Tango Quartet, one of the genre’s most captivating ensembles on the scene today, arrives this Thursday at Lincoln Center’s David Rubenstein Atrium (61 West 62nd street, Manhattan). The collective finds inspiration in the legacy of icon Astor Piazzolla, the sparkle of American jazz and European classical traditions, all combined into a contemporary sound that Downbeat Magazine describes as “an opulent listening experience.” As a bassist, Giraudo has performed with Rubén Blades, Paquito D’Rivera and the New York Philharmonic, but it is with his quartet mates: Nicolás Danielson (violin), Rodolfo Zanetti (bandoneon) and Ahmed Alom (piano), where he shines with greater intensity. With special appearances by dancers Mariana Parma and Leonardo Sardella and images by photographer Erin Patrice O’Brien. Free. At 7:30 pm. More information:https://www.lincolncenter.org.

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The Three Wise Men return to Lower Manhattan

This Saturday, January 6, the SEA Theater and the Clemente Soto-Vélez Cultural Center will hold their annual Three Kings Day festival, in which children will be able to enjoy the magical characters while receiving toys. From 3:00 to 5:00 pm, outside the SEA Theater, the free and open-to-the-public party promises to immerse attendees in a unique blend of rich cultural heritage and ancient customs, mixed with live music. As part of the celebration, hundreds of children will have the opportunity to receive free gifts. The Three Kings Day celebration provides a unique platform for attendees to participate, engage and learn about Hispanic culture and traditions. The festival serves as a brilliant showcase of the rich cultural diversity that makes up the vibrant fabric of our city. The SEA Theater is located at 107 Suffolk Street, Manhattan. Information:

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Three Kings Day at PaleyLand

This Saturday, January 6, from 12:00 to 6:00 pm, celebrate the end of the Christmas season with Three Kings Day festivities at the Paley Museum. Enjoy limited gifts for the first children to arrive; souvenir photos with the Three Wise Men; screenings including “Dora Saves Three Kings Day”; five floors of winter wonderland and photo opportunities; arts and crafts activities; free hot chocolate and more. The Winter Wonderland will be open until this Sunday, January 7. The Paley Museum is located at 25 West 52nd Street (between 5th and 6th Avenues). More information: www.paleycenter.org.

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“King’s Day” at the Children’s Museum

Celebrate Three Kings Day with your children at the Children’s Museum of Manhattan (CMOM), from Saturday, January 6 to Sunday, January 7. Let the little ones explore some customs associated with this holiday with storytelling and extraordinary journeys, create a sculpture inspired by the Rosca de Reyes, sculpt the magical journey of the Three Wise Men using mixed materials and understanding the meaning of the gifts they They presented: gold, frankincense and myrrh; and learn more about camels while listening to travel stories with puppets. For more information, visit: https://cmom.org/cmom-programs/.

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Last week of “Becoming Chavela”

The Teatro for the New City (TNC) concludes this Sunday the presentations of the bio-musical “Becoming Chavela”, a documentary theater project that follows the artistic evolution of the famous ranchero singer Chavela Vargas and her relationships with her musical mentor José Alfredo Jiménez , the painters Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo, the Cuban Macorina and the film director Pedro Almodóvar. Written and staged by Stephanie Tudeau, under the direction of Joyce Callo and accompanied on the guitar by the Argentine Diego Cebollero, the piece also examines the culture of the “golden age” of Latin America from the 1930s to the 1960s. Illustrated with multimedia containing historical images of the main characters, the art world and the social environment of mid-century Mexico City XX. Performances are Thursday through Saturday at 8:00 pm and Sundays at 2:00 pm, at the TNC (155 First Ave). More information: www.becomingchavela.com.

Stephanie Trudeau. Foto: Jonathan Slaff.

Family Activities at South Street Seaport

Every weekend in January, the South Street Seaport Museum invites children, families and visitors of all ages to explore the fascinating world of bells. Discover the ancient maritime technology of ship bells, which played a crucial role in marking time aboard vessels and facilitating communication between passing ships. In the museum’s introductory galleries at 12 Fulton Street, you’ll learn about the workday divisions used by ships’ crews, known as a 4-hour watch system. You can then venture aboard the Ambrose Lightship to understand the crucial role the Ella Bell played in ensuring the visibility and audibility of this floating lighthouse in all weather conditions. The onboard tour will culminate with the opportunity for guests to hear the bell ring firsthand. Free with general admission and will be offered every weekend, January 6-February 4. Visited: seaportmuseum.org.

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New AI exhibit at the Whitney

The exhibition Harold Cohen: AARON, which just opened at the Whitney Museum of American Art, examines the evolution of AARON, the first AI art-making program developed in the late 1960s by artist Harold Cohen. From the creation of AARON and its early years, the exhibition explores the founding stages of AI and its place in art history. In addition to featuring AARON’s drawings and paintings from the Whitney Museum’s collection, the show will highlight software as the central creative force behind the artworks and demonstrate AARON’s drawing process with pen tracers live in the galleries for the first time. time since the 1990s. Until the month of May. The Whitney Museum of American Art is located at 99 Gansevoort Street, between Washington and West Streets, Manhattan. Information:https://whitney.org.

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Winter spa on Governors Island

This winter, visitors to the QC New York spa can relax in the heated outdoor pools, while enjoying a live show against the Manhattan skyline with fire performers, light performers, stilt walkers and more. Dressed in sparkling costumes, capes and fairy wings, performances by Cirque-tacular, one of the country’s leading acrobatic production companies, will take place poolside on Tuesdays and Fridays, now through March 8. The winter spa on Governors Island offers 98-degree pools, hydro seats that massage the body, and heated walkways and tunnels, with heated shelves that keep robes warm. Guests can relax on heated lounge chairs in the two reflection rooms while taking in NYC views wrapped in cozy blankets and basking in the warmth of the indoor fire pits. For more information visit: https://www.qcny.com/en.

Photo: Riccardo Piazza

Women designers at The Met

Take advantage of the fashion exhibition at The Met that gives voice to pioneering designers who dress women of all shapes and sizes. “Women Dressing Women” features 80 pieces by 70 creators, from couture dresses by well-known designers like Donna Karan. The exhibition explores the theme through four sections: anonymity, visibility, agency and absence/omission. Focusing on the period between the early 1900s and the present day, the collection offers a snapshot of fashion history and fashion trends. Curated by The Costume Institute, it will be on display until March 3, 2024.More information: https://www.metmuseum.org.

Courtesy: The Met

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“Family Christmas” at Lincoln Center

Named by Lin-Manuel Miranda as “the next big thing on Broadway”, the versatile Mexican musician and artist Jaime Lozano, a regular at Lincoln Center, returns to the David Rubenstein Atrium for the last concert of his residency in 2023, this Thursday, March 14. December. “Christmas in Family” is a show full of stories and songs about finding a new home, learning a new language, trying to fit in, chasing the American Dream, missing your homeland and what it means to celebrate Christmas as an immigrant in a new country. . Accompanying Lozano will be his “Familia,” an all-Latin star cast of Broadway and Off-Broadway performers. Free. At 7:30 pm in the David Rubenstein Atrium of the Lincoln Center (61 West 62nd Street). Information:https://www.lincolncenter.org.

Photo: Courtesy Lincoln Center

Justin Quiles at Irving Plaza

Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Justin Quiles arrives with his rhythm and provocative lyrics at Irving Plaza (17 Irving Pl) this Thursday, December 14. Quiles’ songwriting skills stand out in his genre, having written many of the hits for the biggest names in the industry, such as Karol G, Daddy Yankee, Maluma, J Balvin, Anitta, Natti Natasha, Wisin & Yandel, Farruko , among others, and obtained multiple hits of his own and award nominations, with songs like “Medallo”, “Ojos Ferrari” and “Loco”, to name a few. At 11:00 pm. Tickets: www.ticketmaster.com.

Photo: Warner Music Latina

Christmas concerts at Trinity Church

Trinity Wall Street Church (75 Broadway, Manhattan) kicks off its Christmas performances this week with the concert “Handel’s Messiah.” Guest conductor Ryan Brandau will lead the Trinity Baroque Orchestra and soloists from the Trinity Wall Street Choir in a performance that has become a beloved Christmas tradition that has captivated New York audiences since it was first presented by the church in 1770. Thursday December 14th and Friday December 15th. Thursday’s performance will be streamed live on Trinity’s website and YouTube. Free entrance. More information:https://trinitywallstreet.org.

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“The Yorkville Nutcracker” en Hunter College

Enjoy a magical tour of 1895 New York City with Dances Patrelle. The trip begins with a Christmas Eve party at Gracie Mansion, attended by dignitaries from around the world; get excited to witness a battle with giant-sized mice; then take a heart-warming midnight rollerblade ride on the ponds of Central Park; to finally ride a sleigh to the Grand Conservatory of the Bronx Botanical Gardens in time for a breakfast buffet of goodies. This is all part of “The Yorkville Nutcracker” show, presented by Dances Patrelle, Dec. 14-17 at The Kaye Playhouse en Hunter College ( 68 street entre Park y Lexington Avenues). Entradas:

Photo: Eduardo Patino

Dancing salsa with La Excelencia

This Friday, December 15, dance to the rhythm of the award-winning New York band La Excelencia, a group of eleven musicians inspired by the salsa music of the 70s and the current sociopolitical landscape. Fusing traditional salsa elements with a modern and uncompromising sound, their music revitalizes social consciousness amid a powerful and danceable soundtrack, the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable night of social dancing GO! at the Atrium of Lincoln Center (61 West 62nd Street). Under the leadership and direction of founder Julián Silva, La Excelencia has enjoyed solid success and continues to focus on the future with a commitment to giving a voice to the next generation of salseros. Free. At 7:30 pm. Information:https://www.lincolncenter.org.

Photo: Courtesy Lincoln Center

A visit to the wINTERverse

Winter is coming… and this time to the wINTERverse. Until January 16, New Yorkers will be able to immerse themselves in an interactive universe of immersive art for all ages. With snowflake decor, a cocoa-to-go kit and more, visitors to wINTERverse at INTER_ (415 Broadway, SoHo), will enjoy winter fun with an immersive twist, perfect for a cozy date night or an exciting outing with friends and family. More information:

Photo: Courtesy INTER

“The Red Rose” en el Puerto Rican Traveling Theater

The play “The Red Rose”, an exciting show that intertwines percussion, dance, politics and much more, continues its presentations at the Puerto Rican Traveling Theater (304 W 47th St). The theatrical piece is a tapestry of diverse narratives, pulsating rhythms and powerful performances that pays tribute to Afro-Puerto Rican writer and activist Jesús Colón. Arriving in New York City as a young stowaway in the winter of 1917, Columbus became a popular chronicler of the Puerto Rican immigration experience and one of its enduring icons. The production chronicles his fateful encounter with undercover FBI agent Mildred Blauvelt and his subsequent confrontation before the Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC) in 1959. Until January 7th. Tickets:https://ci.ovationtix.com.

Photo: Krystal Pagán

gingerbread new york

The Rockefeller Center, the Brooklyn Bridge, the Bronx Zoo, the Apollo Theater and other iconic places in New York City have been masterfully converted into sweet figures. A total of 23 gingerbread structures are part of the “Gingerbread NYC: The Great Borough Bake-Off” exhibit on view at the Museum of the City of New York through January 15, 2024. The MCNY is located at the 1220 Fifth Avenue. For more information visit:

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“12 Days of Christmas” at the Bohemien Bar

Bohemien Bar, a chic cocktail bar in Brooklyn Heights, is offering a “12 Days of Christmas” themed happy hour from 5 to 7 p.m., Sunday through Thursday throughout the month of December. The happy hour will feature their holiday cocktails, as well as their $12 cheese and vegetable board offerings, to commemorate the popular Christmas song “12 Days of Christmas.” The venue has a number of winter-themed cocktails, including but not limited to: the O Sanctissima, a mix of tequila, mulled cider, vanilla, lemon juice and dried carrots, served in a snowman cup; and the Dulce Besos, served in a gingerbread man cup, made with hot chocolate with mezcal, Madeira, cayenne powder and toasted marshmallow. It is located at 97 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn. Information:

Photo: Courtesy Bohemien Bar

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“Futures…” Series at the Atrium

Hear some of New York’s most unique Latin voices as New Wave brings its popular Latine Composers Showcase al Atrium del Lincoln Center (61 W 62nd St), this Thursday, November 9 at 7:30 pm. Futures: New Ideas in Composition features vocalist, songwriter and multimedia artist Stefa Marín Alarcón, a Queens native, who will sing a selection of her new material, an amalgam of punk, experimental pop and classic minimalism with an ethereal maximalist aesthetic; bassist and composer Brandon López will join Argentine composer and multimedia artist Cecilia López for an electrifying jam session; and to close the evening, vocalist and interdisciplinary artist Isabel Crespo Pardo will present songs from her upcoming album, combining music, visual art, text and performance. The evening will end with a brief post-concert conversation with the artists. Free. Information: https://www.lincolncenter.org/series.

Photo: Courtesy Lincoln Center

Romeo Santos at Barclays

Romeo Santos continues to break records with his “Fórmula Vol. 3” tour and this Friday, November 10, he arrives back in our city to perform at the Barclays Center (620 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn). After selling out his concert at Citi Field in Queens on June 10, “El Rey de la Bachata” was recently classified by the prestigious Billboard Boxscore list as one of the highest-earning artists in the history of music. music industry and continues to demonstrate its drawing power by selling out all the seats at each of the stops on its tour in the largest stadiums and venues. At 8:00 pm. Tickets: https://www.eventticketscenter.com .

Photo: Courtesy Ernie Rodriguez @ernd0gz

Latin Culture Festival

The 18th Latin American Culture Week (LACW) starts this Saturday, November 11 and ends on Saturday the 18th, with dance and music presentations by Latin American artists, in various places around the city. The LACW provides a platform to give greater visibility and recognition to Latin American, Caribbean and Spanish art and encourages people of all ethnic backgrounds to respect, recognize and enrich themselves with the unique talents and treasures that each culture has to offer in the areas of music, dance, visual and performing arts, cinema, literature and theater. This year it will open with the GLAMOURTANGO show, an exclusively female multimedia festival of music and dance that celebrates women in tango (www.glamourtango.com). For a complete schedule of events, visit: https://lacw.net.

Image: Courtesy Graciela Bello

The humor of Raymond and Miguel at Lehman

This Saturday, November 11, the Lehman Center for the Performing Arts (250 Bedford Park Boulevard West, Bronx) is proud to present the comedy show “Three Decades of Comedy with Raymond Pozo and Miguel Céspedes.” When it comes to humor and laughter, there are two names that immediately come to mind for Dominicans: Raymond and Miguel, as these two talented comedians and actors have taken the comedy scene by storm, bringing joy and laughter to the audiences of everyone. Raymond and Miguel’s humor is rooted in everyday situations and they address topics such as family, relationships, and cultural idiosyncrasies with a light-hearted approach that resonates with audiences. At 8:00 pm. For more information and tickets, visit: https://www.lehmancenter.org/events/raymond-y-miguel.

Photo: Courtesy Lehman Center

Brooklyn Children’s Book Fair

The Brooklyn Museum (200 Eastern Parkway) celebrates the return of its Annual Children’s Book Fair this Sunday, November 12, from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This will be the largest event in the fair’s history and will bring together 41 Brooklyn authors and illustrators to share their latest works. For the first time, the free event will feature picture books, graphic novels, including works of fiction, nonfiction and poetry, for preschoolers through high school students, in both English and Spanish, among other languages. Throughout the day, attendees will be able to enjoy readings, presentations and a performance by The Band Books; learn about the creative process; getting books signed; and participate in book-related art projects. Information: https://www.brooklynmuseum.org.

Foto: Matthew Carasella Photography

Concert by Mariachi Herencia de México

Founded in 2016, Mariachi Herencia de México began as an ensemble of passionate students from Chicago. “Nuestra Herencia,” their 2017 debut album, was the first major mariachi recording released by a U.S. student ensemble, and earned a Latin GRAMMY nomination for Best Ranchero/Mariachi Album, making it one of the of the most successful albums of the genre in history in the United States.; and more recently his album Herederos (2022) again obtained a Latin GRAMMY nomination in the same category. After this success, Mariachi Herencia de México makes numerous tours around the country and this Sunday arrives on stage at the Lehman Center (250 Bedford Park Boulevard West, Bronx). At 4:00 pm. Tickets and information:

Photo: Courtesy Lehman Center

Angelo Colina at the Comedy Festival

Angelo Colina, a Venezuelan comedian, actor and director, will be one of the first headliners performing exclusively in Spanish (and the first Venezuelan headliner) at this year’s New York Comedy Festival. Colina’s comedic style transcends language barriers and is designed to resonate with first, second and third generation Latinos, exploring the unique experiences of being bicultural and bilingual. His show at the New York Comedy Festival will be this Sunday, November 12 at 5:30 PM at the New York Comedy Club East Village (85 E 4th St,, Manhattan).Tickets:

Photo: Courtesy of the artist

Poetry meeting at Terrace 7

Word, Image and Scene, an artistic space created for the dissemination of the creations of poets, narrators, playwrights and visual artists who produce their work in Spanish; continues its activities with a meeting with the creators Carlos Alberto Valencia, from Colombia, and Ely Rosa Zamora, from Venezuela, this Sunday, November 12. Valencia graduated as an actor from the William Esper Studio, obtained a degree in Writing and Literature from the City College of New York and his plays have been presented in various programs and competitions; while Zamora has worked as an actress, writer and academic, and his poetry has been included in various anthologies and presented at different international festivals. At 5:00 pm at Terraza 7 (40-19 Gleane St, Elmhurst).

Photo: Victor Lagos

International Art Fair

Salon Art + Design, the leading collectible art and design fair produced by Sanford L. Smith + Associates, will celebrate its 12th anniversary at the Park Avenue Armory (643 Park Ave, Manhattan), beginning today, Thursday, November 9-13. A highlight of New York’s fall arts calendar, Salon features new exhibitors along with special exhibits of collectible design. For the first time, the event will integrate a select group of special design and jewelry exhibitions, ranging from exclusive capsule collections from individual designers to smaller gallery curations. Special design exhibitors include ABASK, Charles Zana Mobilier, Cox London, DeMuro Das, Humans Since 1982, Mathieu Lehanneur, Phillip Thomas Inc., Silvia Furmanovich and Trunks Company. Appetizer: https://www.thesalonny.com.

Foto: 1970s Accolay Flower Frog Vase at ABASK

Gian Marco and Diego Torres together in concert

Gian Marco and Diego Torres arrive together for the first time in New York with their “Buena Vida Tour”, next Wednesday, November 15. The concert is a unique opportunity to enjoy two of the greatest talents in Latin American music on the same stage: Gian Marco, without a doubt the most important singer-songwriter in Peru with more than half a century of career; and Diego Torres, one of the most recognized multi-award-winning Argentine artists, with more than three decades of experience. At the Palladium Times Square (1515 Broadway), at 8:00 pm. For tickets and more information, visit: www.buenavidatour.com

Photo: Courtesy 11:11 Public Relations

“LatinX Experience” with the Hispanic Ballet

Ballet Hispánico, the nation’s largest Latinx cultural organization and one of America’s Cultural Treasures, is pleased to present The Latinx Immersive Experience, as part of Lincoln Center Moments. The show will take the audience on a guided tour of Latinx dance and culture, and features excerpts from Ballet Hispánico’s repertoire, exploring music, cultural connection, choreographic perspectives and history to deepen the understanding of dance from a global and accessible perspective. Performances at 11:00 am are designed for a neurodiverse audience; and 1:00 pm are followed by a one-hour workshop designed especially for audiences affected by dementia, facilitated by educators and music therapists who explore the work through discussion, movement, music and artistic creation. Wednesday, November 15 at the Stanley H. Kaplan Penthouse. To register for this free event, visit https://www.lincolncenter.org/series/accessibility-at-lincoln-center/ballet-hispanico-977.

Photo: Erin Baiano

Colombian artist’s spirals at MoMA

The MoMA (Museum of Modern Art) will premiere this Saturday, November 11, the exhibition “Spiral for shared dreams” by the Colombian multidisciplinary artist Carolina Caycedo, which will be in the museum’s Marron Family Atrium until May 19, 2024. During For more than a decade, Caycedo has researched the impact of hydroelectric dams and other infrastructure projects on rivers, lakes, and oceans in the Americas and on communities with strong ties to them. “Spiral for shared dreams” consists of eleven handmade cast nets created by four fishing communities in Mexico, each facing different environmental challenges: Mujeres Pescadoras del Manglar in Oaxaca, Salvemos Temaca, Acasico and Palmarejo in Jalisco, Sociedad Cooperativa Norte de Nayarit and Women of the Gulf Cooperative Society in Baja California Sur. Caycedo purchased used nets from these communities and ordered new ones, which she then dyed and embroidered.

Sample of the work Spiral for shared dreams. Photo courtesy: Museo Universitario del Chopo, Mexico City.

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