The Beat

Albany, N.Y. (June 30, 2025) – “Once,” the Oscar, Tony, Grammy, and Olivier award-winning musical, comes to the MainStage at Capital Repertory Theatre from July 11 through Aug. 10. Book by Enda Walsh with music and lyrics by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová, “Once” is described as a heart‑stirring ode to the power of music. The show follows the chance encounter between a Dublin street musician and a Czech immigrant who forge a deep connection over a shared song. This production will also hold a place in history at theREP, as it will be the final show directed by Producing Artistic Director Maggie Mancinelli-Cahill, concluding a remarkable legacy leading the theatre.

Stirring Up History Workshop

Riverhead, N.Y. - Hallockville Museum Farm, the 28-acre, preserved North Fork farm homestead at 6038 Sound Avenue in Riverhead, invites ice cream fans and foodies to a hands-on workshop July 13 entitled, “Stirring up History: Early Ice Cream Making and Victorian Ice Cream Molds.” Historical cook Diane Schwindt will explain the history of ice cream and demonstrate how it was made. Participants will help to swirl the salt and ice-packed sarbotiere to make ice cream and then try out antique ice cream molds and enjoy a sample of their creation on a homeade waffle.

July 7, July 14, July 21, July 28

New York, N.Y. (July 1, 2025)  -  Molly & June’s Honky Tonk, one of New York City’s fastest-growing country nights, is teaming up with legendary music venue SOB’s to launch a brand-new Honky Tonk Mondays series. Happening every Monday in July, each event will feature beginner-friendly line dancing lessons, live country music, happy hour specials, and cowboy hat giveaways. …

Path of Liberty will offer active, off-duty, and retired military members and their families special complimentary tickets for prime viewing.

New York, NY (June 30, 2025) – Path of Liberty: That Which Unites US, a powerful public art installation made possible by The Soloviev Foundation, will welcome active, off-duty, and retired military members and their families this Independence Day as the nation begins the official countdown to America’s 250th birthday. Situated along the East River, the installation offers a meaningful backdrop for the celebration and live simulcast of the annually anticipated Macy’s Fireworks Show.

New York, N.Y. (June 30, 2025) – The Dessoff Choirs – led by Music Director Malcolm J. Merriweather – today announces its 2025-2026 season. Fresh off its 100th anniversary season in 2024-2025, The Dessoff Choirs has been a fixture on the New York classical music scene, known for introducing unknown, long-forgotten, or newly composed works to American audiences, while Dessoff’s nine music directors have continued expanding founder Margarete Dessoff’s legacy.

Albany, NY — Summer has officially arrived in downtown Albany, bringing with it a variety of free, family-friendly events to enjoy this season. The Downtown Albany Business Improvement District (BID) has organized several activities throughout the next few months, including State Street Yoga, Downtown Albany BINGO, Tunesday, and Live Score Movie Nights. These events are open to the public at no cost and aim to promote exploration, tourism, community engagement, and interactive experiences in downtown Albany. …

Shakespeare’s Classic Comedy Painted in Colors as Never Before 

July 17-27, 2025 (8 performances), Thursday, Friday, Saturday 7pm / Sunday 2pm 

New York, N.Y. (June 26, 2025) – Ensemble Shakespeare Company (ESC), New York City’s innovative ensemble for classical theater, presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Shakespeare’s classic comedy told with the company’s unique and intimate style of storytelling. ESC Executive Director Dylan Diehl* directs an ensemble cast of fifteen, including Chloe Champken, Dylan Diehl, Susannah Hoffman*, Dennis Kear*, Gerrard Lobo, Jesse Cao Long, Paul Marchegiani, Diego Millan, Celeste Moratti, Ella Olesen*, Katie Pelensky, Erin Roth*, Joe Staton, Lawrence E. Street*, and Colleen Smith Wallnau*. Eight performances will be staged from July 17-27, 2025, at the Flea Theater, 20 Thomas Street, New York, NY 10007.

Four-Concert Mainstage Series Co-Presented with Kaufman Music Center at Merkin Hall Begins November 20

Season Additionally Includes NYFOS Next Festival at The Theater at 150 W 17 and NYFOS Residency at The Juilliard School

New York, N.Y. (June 26, 2025) — New York Festival of Song (NYFOS), led by Artistic Director Steven Blier, today announces its 2025–26 season of performances, including four Mainstage Series programs at Merkin Hall, co-presented with Kaufman Music Center. The season also includes the ​​NYFOS Next Festival at The Theater at 150 W 17 and NYFOS’s annual residency at The Juilliard School.

Hammondsport, N.Y. — A town gets its character from the buildings that line its streets and the people who call it home. For decades, small towns across the country have been fading away. Though a handful, here and there, manage to preserve the traditions and charm of bygone days while still moving toward the future. One such town nestled at the southern tip of Keuka Lake has been garnering accolades for over 160 years now, yet many people are still not aware of the community’s rich history. You might expect an architect to appreciate the historical relevance of a building. Or even a neighborhood of buildings. But thanks to local architect and historic preservationist, Elise Johnson-Schmidt, the Village of Hammondsport, long celebrated for its innovation and architectural charm, has received a prestigious honor.