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Season Kicks Off with 007: James Bond Forever with Lena Hall on Friday, October 23, 2026

New York, N.Y. (February 5, 2026) — The New York Pops, led by Music Director and Conductor Steven Reineke, today announces its 2026-2027 season of performances in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall. The 2026-2027 season begins on Friday, October 23, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. with 007: James Bond Forever, celebrating the debonair secret agent who has captivated audiences worldwide since 1962. Tony Award winning, Grammy nominated star Lena Hall joins The New York Pops for swanky Bond favorites spanning 60 years of the iconic film series, including favorites like Goldfinger, Skyfall, Diamonds Are Forever, and Live and Let Die.

Astoria, N.Y. (February 4, 2026) — This February, Museum of the Moving Image celebrates Lunar New Year, Black History Month, and Valentine’s Day; opens a new exhibition featuring production materials from The Sopranos, accompanied by a series of special screenings with creator David Chase and cast members; launches a major new film series about the watershed year of 2001, kicking off Valentine’s weekend with a slew of romantic dramas, including Wong Kar-wai’s In the Mood for Love. See below for an overview of this month’s programs, including special guest appearances.

New York, NY (February 5, 2025) — 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, collaborates with Dark Horse Consort to perform Monteverdi Vespers of 1610 on Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. at The Church of the Ascension in Greenwich Village.

Created, designed, and directed by Theodora Skipitares; Music and lyrics by Sxip Shirey

Previews begin February 27; Opens March 1; Runs through March 15

Concert Features Max Clayton, Nova Y. Payton, Ephraim Sykes, Indigenous American Courting Flutist Tchin, 5-String Banjo Player Hilary Hawke,
and Judith Clurman’s Essential Voices USA in a Retrospective of America’s Musical Heritage

New York, NY (Feb. 2, 2026) — The New York Pops explores a retrospective of America’s rich and unique musical heritage 250 years in the making on Friday, March 13, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall.

Magic Hour’s après-ski popup launches new experience in celebration of the Winter Games featuring Italian-style fondue, seasonal cocktails, and Olympic watch parties high

New York, NY - In honor of the upcoming Winter Olympic Games in the Italian Dolomites, Magic Hour at Moxy Times Square, New York City’s largest all-season rooftop bar—operated by Tao Group Hospitality–is debuting an all-new experience at their seasonal installation, Mountain Lodge.

March 5-29 at The Sheen Center, NYC

New York, N.Y. (January 27, 2026) – The Real Artists LLC presents Dust of Egypt: The Story of Sojourner Truth, a heroic saga of a young mother’s fight to save her son, written by Karin Abarbanel. Rhonda PASSION Hansome directs a cast of seven, including Desi Waters as Sojourner Truth with Jade Cayne, Eliott Johnson*, Eric Ruffin*, Jeanna Schweppe*, Mark McCullough Thomas*, and Nicholas Louis Turturro. Sixteen performances will be staged from March 5-29, 2026, at The Frank Shiner Theater, The Sheen Center for Thought and Culture, 18 Bleecker Street in NYC.

What if a madman were king?

New York, NY (January 26th, 2026) - Frog & Peach Theatre Company is set to present William Shakespeare's thrilling tragedy, Macbeth, from March 6 to March 29, 2026 at The Cullum Theatre, 314 W 54^TH street. This production will feature sixteen performances that delve into the dark themes of grievance, murder, and seduction that define one of Shakespeare's most celebrated works. The company is renowned for their innovative and engaging interpretations of classical plays, and audiences can expect a fresh perspective on this timeless tale.

February 1, 2–4pm ET, 12 Fulton Street & On Zoom; Free admission

New York, N.Y. - Throughout the cooler months, the South Street Seaport Museum’s beloved chantey sing, held on the first Sunday of every month, moves to the hybrid format, gathering music lovers both in person at 12 Fulton Street and online via Zoom. Reserve your free tickets here.