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Dana Barnes: Untamed Gestures
2025-10-07 10:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Museum of Arts and Design, 2 Columbus Circle, New York, NY, 10019, United States
The first major museum exhibition spotlighting the artist’s singular vision, Dana Barnes: Untamed Gestures features monumental hand-formed fiber works alongside a fully immersive recreation of Barnes’s Lower East Side studio in New York City. Barnes’s sculptural landscapes composed of fibers such as merino, yak, alpaca, and silk create a compelling tactile environment in which motion and stillness, as well as strength and fragility, coexist in dynamic tension. Inspired by the slow, persistent forces of nature, Barnes twists, knots, and fuses her materials into sprawling, living forms that sag, climb, and unfurl across the gallery space. Her works pulse with a quiet vitality, inviting viewers into a dialogue between materiality and metamorphosis.
The exhibition’s immersive studio experience meticulously replicates Barnes’s original workspace, a former 19th-century synagogue once home to Abstract Expressionist painter Pat Passlof. Within the space, visitors will encounter a laboratory of creativity: overflowing sacks of colorful fibers, experimental maquettes, geological fragments, and handmade tools bearing the patina of daily use. A self-directed drawing exercise will invite visitors to participate in the same spirit of wonder and material exploration that animates Barnes’s practice.
Photo credit: Daniel Root Photography

The Mad MAD World of Jonathan Adler
2025-10-07 10:00 - 18:00 | Museum of Arts and Design, 2 Columbus Circle, New York, NY, 10019, United States
The Mad MAD World of Jonathan Adler is an invitation into the glamorous, witty, and wonderful universe of celebrated potter and designer Jonathan Adler. In his first curatorial role, Adler presents more than 60 works from the Museum’s permanent collection alongside his own iconic designs. A playful and irreverent perspective on craft history, the exhibition illuminates the designer’s love of objects, materials, and the makers whose legacies precede his own.
The exhibition is organized as a thematic tour of Adler’s fascinations: Authentica celebrates the sleek forms of mid-century modern ceramics; Optimistica embraces exuberance in all its forms; Funkyana and Kottler-ia explore craft’s capacity for satire and subversion; Erotica turns up the heat with sensual works in ceramic, fiber, and glass; and Americalia, Metallica, and Animalia round out the exhibition with patriotic pastiche, glimmering metalwork, and Adler’s Mother Nature-inspired menagerie.
The exhibition installation is designed by Simon Doonan, author, TV personality, legendary window dresser, former Creative Director of Barneys New York—and Adler’s husband. Works from Adler’s own studio appear throughout the exhibition, massed in striking tableaux and staged in a visual dialogue with the Museum’s collection objects. Adler has built an international reputation for his innovative approach to design, which deftly combines humor, impeccable style, and skilled craftsmanship. The exhibition marks a return to the time and place it all began—in 1993 he sold his first pots in the Museum’s store (then known as the American Craft Museum). The Mad MAD World of Jonathan Adler brings his creative journey full circle.

Ted Nash Big Band
2025-10-06 21:00 - 22:30, 2025-10-06 19:00 - 20:30 | Dizzy’s Club, Frederick P. Rose Hall
Ted Nash’s Big Band brings the Grammy Award-winning Presidential Suite to Dizzy’s Club, pairing historic speeches by figures like FDR, Churchill, Mandela, and JFK with bold, jazz-driven orchestrations. With Nash’s thoughtful direction and expressive playing, the ensemble offers a powerful and resonant performance that bridges history, music, and the spirit of swing.
PERFORMANCE LINEUP
Ted Nash, music director, composer, reeds
Brad Mason, trumpet
Chris Rogers, trumpet
Kellin Hanas, trumpet
Anthony Hervey, trumpet
Matt McDonald, trombone
Jen Krupa, trombone
Jacob Melsha, trombone
Jay Brandford, reeds
Veronica Leahy, reeds
Andy Farber, reeds
Daniel Cohen, reeds
Jarien Jamilla, reeds
Helen Sung, piano
Luques Curtis, bass
Domo Branch, drums

Syncopated Stages: Black Disruptions to the Great White Way
2025-10-06 10:30 - 20:00 | The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, 40 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, 10023, United States
Although the common nickname for Broadway, “the Great White Way,” refers, historically, to its dazzling lights, the phrase also suggests the ways in which many histories of New York theater center white artists. Black artists, though, have been important shapers of musical theater in the United States before the electric light was ever used on stage. In the early 20th century, Black composers and writers created many popular musicals in New York that helped define the genre, setting it apart from 19th-century traditions. New forms of syncopation, the disruption of the dominant rhythm, and narratives composed and written by Black artists challenged the prevailing sounds and depictions of Black people on stage. These innovations were more than stylistic. They pushed back against exclusion and stereotype, laying the groundwork for generations of Black artists whose contributions have reshaped Broadway. Syncopated Stages spotlights their work, acknowledges the challenges they faced, and celebrates the brilliance of what they made. We invite you to explore how Black artists transformed the New York stage and how their work still reverberates today.
This exhibition is organized by The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts and curated by playwright, professor, and scholar Michael Dinwiddie.
Photo credit: The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts

Saami Brothers Khayal with Special Guest Ustad Naseeruddin
2025-10-04 20:00 - 22:00 | Merkin Hall, Kaufman Music Center, 129 West 67th Street, New York, NY, 10023, United States
The Saami family are the living custodians of the Delhi Qawwal Bacha Gharana – a musical school of thought — founded in the 14th century by the legendary Sufi poet, musician, and scholar Amir Khusrau by combining Persian, Turkish, Arabic and South Asian elements. The Saami family is the last family to preserve this tradition in its purest form and are true masters of Khayal—a word that roughly translates to “imagination.” As exemplary vocalists, they are capable of producing a rarely heard 49-note microtonal scale relayed in a manner that uses few words sung in unending variations.
Rarely is khayal presented in its pure form. This evening offers the opportunity to experience the sacred soundscape of Khayal in its most authentic expression, with Ustaad’s Rauf and Urooj on vocals, Ahmed Saami on harmonium, and their father, the revered Ustaad Naseeruddin Saami, appearing as a special guest. For this event, the vocals will be accentuated by sarangi – a bowed stringed instrument which mimics the sound and depth of voice as well as tabla. Together, they will perform the intricate, transcendent soundscapes of Khayal, guiding audiences on an immersive journey through rhythm, melody, and mystic verse.
Audiences are encouraged to surrender to the spiritual and healing power of this – largely wordless- music. Even without understanding the lyrics, one can simply close their eyes and travel with these remarkable vocalists on a profound sonic journey.
15% off senior and student tickets are available. Call the box office at 212 501 3330.
Photo courtesy of: Kaufman Music Center

Abdullah Ibrahim: Life of a Legend feat. Terence Blanchard, Kenny Garrett, Cecil McBee and Ekaya
2025-10-04 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-10-03 19:30 - 21:30 | Frederick P. Rose Hall, Jazz at Lincoln Center, Frederick P. Rose Hall Broadway at 60th Street, New York, NY, 10019, United States
This concert honors the 91st birthday of Cape Town-born pianist and composer Abdullah Ibrahim, celebrating a remarkable 75-year career that has profoundly shaped the global jazz landscape. Known as “Dollar Brand” during his early years, Ibrahim’s career breakthrough came in 1963 when Duke Ellington, impressed by his trio’s performance in Zurich, facilitated his breakthrough recording and set him on a path of international acclaim.
A 2019 NEA Jazz Master, Ibrahim’s music seamlessly blends the elegance of Ellington with the mystique of Monk and the soul of Cape Town’s dance bands, folk songs and church music. His compositions, including the iconic Mannenberg, became anthems of resistance during apartheid, symbolizing the resilience and spirit of the South African people.
The concert will feature Ibrahim in various settings: performing solo, leading his renowned trio, and presenting his acclaimed four-horn septet, Ekaya—meaning “home” in isiXhosa. Ekaya’s music is a blend of African rhythms and jazz that creates a deeply personal and spiritually resonant musical experience. Special guests for this evening include 2024 NEA Jazz Master Terence Blanchard, saxophonist Kenny Garrett, and bassist Cecil McBee, each bringing their unique artistry to this celebration of Ibrahim’s enduring legacy.
The performance will be one 90 minute set with no intermission
Abdullah Ibrahim – Piano
Featuring Guest ArtistsTerence Blanchard- Trumpet Kenny Garrett – Alto and Soprano Saxophone Cecil McBee- Bass
EkayaLance Bryant – Tenor Saxophone Michael Pallas – Trombone Josh Lee – Baritone Saxophone Cleave Guyton – Alto Saxophone, Flute, and Piccolo Noah Jackson – Bass and Cello Will Terrill – Drums

Williams Sonoma Presents: Peculiar Baking Book Signing
2025-10-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Williams Sonoma, 10 Columbus Circle, New York, 10019
Known for his eerie, eye-catching style, baker and content creator Nikk Alcaraz brings Halloween magic to the table with creations that are equal parts delicious and delightfully spooky. He brings that same spirit to his debut cookbook, Peculiar Baking, filled with recipes that blur the line between delicious and delightfully strange.
Join Williams Sonoma for a live cooking demo as Nikk prepares his signature Blueberry Ghost Pie, followed by a book signing.

Greenmarket at Richard Tucker Park
2025-10-04 08:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-02 08:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-27 08:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-25 08:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-20 08:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-18 08:00 - 16:00 | Richard Tucker Park, 130 Columbus Avenue, New York, NY, 10023, United States
The Richard Tucker Park Greenmarket offers locally grown produce just across the street from Lincoln Center. Seasonal vegetables range from fresh staples like corn and greens to delicacies like squash blossoms and fairtytale eggplant. Orchards boast sweet berries, stone fruit, and over 80 varieties of apples. Knowledgeable growers are at market to explain just how to care for their plants, flowers, and herb pots indoors and out. Impeccable farmstead cheeses, fresh seafood, grass fed beef, eggs, artisanal baked goods, and New York’s only producer of both sorghum and maple syrup round out the offerings.
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Folk Art Reflections
2025-10-02 13:00 - 14:00 | NY
Join us for the next Folk Art Reflections program online!
This interactive and thematic program designed for those living with dementia, their care partners, and family members brings the world of folk art to life through conversation. This virtual program is free; registration is required. A Zoom link will be shared once registration is confirmed.
To RSVP, email Access Educator Elizabeth Gronke: egronke@folkartmuseum.org or or 212-595-9533 x 381.
