Summer in the City: A Season of Music, Dance, and Culture in New York

Strategic Insights -

In the sweltering heat of summer, New York City comes alive with an array of cultural events and performances that showcase the best of music, dance, and art. From comedy shows to hip-hop battles, and from concerts to exhibitions, there's something for everyone in this vibrant city. Josh Sharp's one-man show, "ta-da!", is a hilarious and poignant journey of coming of age and coming out, told through a slide show of 2,000 images. Meanwhile, Blackpink is back together for a new tour, with each member performing a solo set within the larger program. Darcy James Argue's Secret Society premieres a new suite, "A Banquet for the Birds", which features Aaron Diehl's trio joining in for "Organic Consequence". Kids can enjoy a cultural celebration, Shanghai Day, at Lincoln Center, featuring the Shanghai Chinese Orchestra, a break-dance battle, and an animated Chinese classic. Dance enthusiasts can also catch "Breakin' NYC", a spirited showcase of hip-hop and street dance directed and choreographed by Angel Kaba.

Key Takeaways:

  • Josh Sharp's one-man show, "ta-da!", is a hilarious and poignant journey of coming of age and coming out, told through a slide show of 2,000 images.
  • Blackpink is back together for a new tour, with each member performing a solo set within the larger program.
  • Darcy James Argue's Secret Society premieres a new suite, "A Banquet for the Birds", which features Aaron Diehl's trio joining in for "Organic Consequence".
  • Kids can enjoy a cultural celebration, Shanghai Day, at Lincoln Center, featuring the Shanghai Chinese Orchestra, a break-dance battle, and an animated Chinese classic.
  • Angel Kaba's "Breakin' NYC" is a spirited showcase of hip-hop and street dance, tracing the genre's evolution from the 1970s to the present.
  • The production features 10 dancers from diverse backgrounds, highlighting specific hip-hop styles and engaging in dance battles.
  • Tickets for these events are available online, with prices starting from $29 for "Breakin' NYC" and $40 for the Secret Society concert.

Statistics:

  • Blackpink's new tour features each member performing a solo set within the larger program.
  • Darcy James Argue's Secret Society has 18 members and 2 special guests, Aaron Diehl's trio.
  • The Secret Society's new suite, "A Banquet for the Birds", is commissioned by 92NY and the NDR Bigband from Germany.
  • Angel Kaba's "Breakin' NYC" features 10 dancers from 6 different countries.
  • The production has a 75-minute runtime and showtimes are available online.

Sources:

  • "ta-da!" by Josh Sharp, through Aug. 23 at Greenwich House Theater, 27 Barrow Street, Manhattan; joshsharptada.com.
  • Blackpink July 26-27 at 8 p.m. at Citi Field, 41 Seaver Way, Queens; mlb.com/mets/tickets/concerts.
  • Darcy James Argue's Secret Society and Aaron Diehl July 26 at 7:30 p.m. at 92nd Street Y, 1395 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan; 92NY.org.
  • Shanghai Day July 26, 4-11 p.m., at Lincoln Center, Manhattan; lincolncenter.org/home.
  • "Breakin' NYC" Through Aug. 31 at Theater 555, 555 West 42nd Street, Manhattan; breakinnyc.com.