The Beat

Featuring: Martín Vejarano & Magia Gaitera, Gamelan Yowana Sari, Max Pollak Group, Gato Loco, Guitarist Michael Cedric Smith, Flutist Evan Francis, Composer / Bassist Dan Cooper

“New York… is essentially a city of rhythm.” — Anaïs Nin

New York, NY - On Thursday, April 30th, 2026 from 5pm to 8pm, the Humanities Department at City Tech presents ‘Jay St MashUp,’ a follow-up to last year’s exhilarating international music event, ‘Gotham, Get Your Groove On!,’ held in the heart of downtown Brooklyn. A myriad of music genres from Colombia, Indonesia, Brazil, Cuba, and the U.S. are heard as yet another amazing array of groups takes the stage. This year’s dynamic program will feature Martín Vejarano & Magia Gaitera, Gamelan Yowana Sari, Guitarist Michael Cedric Smith, Max Pollak Group, and Gato Loco.

Iconic Harlem eatery debuts new location near Gramercy Park

New York, N.Y. (March 25, 2026) — Working in partnership with Promise Hospitality Group, Patsy’s Pizzeria has opened a new downtown Manhattan location within Freehand New York, just steps away from Gramercy Park. The reimagined Patsy’s Pizzeria concept offers a modern take on the Harlem institution, which is recognized as one of New York City’s original coal-oven pizzerias and credited with inventing the New York pizza slice.

A powerful new ballet exploring ambition, identity and the charged legacy of two queens
Choreographed by Scottish Ballet Choreographer in Residence Sophie Laplane - her first full-length narrative ballet -  and created with director James Bonas (The Crucible)

New York, NY — Scottish Ballet brings the acclaimed production of Mary, Queen of Scots to New York for its premiere at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center, June 4–7, 2026, following its celebrated world premiere at the Edinburgh International Festival and US Premiere at Spoleto Festival. Told through the eyes of Queen Elizabeth I of England, the ballet reframes her perceived and imagined relationship with Mary, Queen of Scots, as she revisits her past in the final hours of her life.

​April 23 - 26 and April 30 - May 3, 2026 at the Tom Kane Theatre 
Opening Night Is Thursday, April 23, at 8 p.m.

New York, N.Y. - BROOKLYNONE is pleased to announce their premiere production of Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award–winning playwright John Patrick Shanley’s SAVAGE IN LIMBO, directed by Anthony Marino. SAVAGE IN LIMBO will play a limited engagement at The Tom Kane Theatre at brooklynONE productions (51 35th St, Industry City, Building 5, Brooklyn, NY 11232).

Generating $84.7b in Economic Impact

New York City Welcomed 65 Million Visitors in 2025

Tourism Spending Increases Year Over Year Generating $55.6 Billion in Direct Spending

Domestic and Luxury Markets Remain Resilient, Leading Tourism Growth

New York City (March 24, 2026) — New York City Tourism + Conventions, the official destination marketing organization and convention and visitors bureau for the five boroughs of New York City, released its 2025 Annual Report. Tourism generated $84.7 billion in total economic impact for New York City in 2025, including $55.6 billion in direct spending. This economic activity supported 397,000 jobs, benefiting thousands of small and minority-owned businesses across the five boroughs. Tourism also generated $7.5 billion in tax revenue, supporting the City’s overall economic health.

A full-day or half-day escape with brunch bites, rosé, live music, and blooming Hudson River views

New York, NY (March 24, 2026) – New Yorkers don’t need a car to shake off winter and embrace spring, just a ticket aboard the City’s iconic Circle Line Sightseeing Cruise. Following its 80th anniversary celebration in 2025, Circle Line is continuing the momentum into 2026 with the launch of its Spring Bear Mountain Cruise and Hudson River Spring Cruise, just in time for the start of this year’s sightseeing season on the water.

New York, NY (March 24, 2026) – Probably too soon, but possibly not…Thin Duke Productions in association with the Gene Frankel Theatre and Starna Productions presents Come and Knock Down My Door, a riotous political-situation comedy occurring in the aftermath of the January 6 insurrection upon the Capitol, written by actor, producer, writer and second-generation satirist Alex Emanuel*. Sixteen performances will be staged from May 7-30, 2026, at The Gene Frankel Theatre, 24 Bond Street, New York, NY 10012.

April 23 at Church of the Ascension

New York, N.Y. (March 24, 2026) — Voices of Ascension, the New York City-based professional chorus dedicated to sharing the transformative power of choral music through performances, commissions, and community engagement, presents Masters of the Renaissance: The Netherlands School on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. at the Church of the Ascension.

New York, NY (March 23, 2026) - REED LUPLAU WORKS, in association with The Institute for American Musical Theatre (IAMT), is thrilled to announce the world premiere of HOW WILL I REMEMBER THIS, a bold new dance narrative directed and choreographed by Reed Luplau, with original music and composition by acclaimed singer/songwriter Javier Dunn. The production will play for three performances only, May 22nd, 23rd, and 24th, 2025 at the IAMT Theater in New York City.