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The 7th Annual Rogue Theater Festival to Present 37 New Productions

August 4 - 10 at The Flea Theatre & Streaming On Demand

New York, N.Y. - Rogue Theatre Festival (RTF) returns with a bold and eclectic lineup for their 7th annual celebration of new works. This year, the festival will showcase 37 original plays and musicals, including fully staged productions, short plays, staged readings, and digital streaming performances. The Flea Theatre in Tribeca hosts this year's festival with performances running August 4 - 10 running in association with Abingdon Theatre Company. Staged Readings will be performed in The Pete theatre, series of Shorts and Fully Staged productions will take place in The Siggy at The Flea.

New York, NY (August 1, 2025) - Frog & Peach Theatre Company, one of New York's most beloved arts institutions, is very pleased to announce that the 2025 edition of Tinkerbell Live will be coming to Dyckman Farmhouse Museum (West 204th Street New York, NY 10034) on Saturday, August 9 at 1pm. This exciting performance promises to engage audiences of all ages with its unique blend of interactive games, catchy songs, and vibrant storytelling. Since its inception in 2009, Tinkerbell Theatre has been dedicated to bringing high-quality family theatre to New Yorkers, making it a cherished experience for families across the city.

Performances Begin on August 7 at Revitalized Delacorte Theater; Strictly Limited Run Through Sunday, September 14; Press Opening on Thursday, August 21

New York, N.Y. (July 31, 2025) – At long last, The Public Theater (Artistic Director, Oskar Eustis; Executive Director, Patrick Willingham) will begin performances for the highly-anticipated, star-studded Free Shakespeare in the Park production of TWELFTH NIGHT, directed by The Public’s Associate Artistic Director/Resident Director Saheem Ali, which will reopen the revitalized Delacorte Theater. Previews will begin on Thursday, August 7, and the production will run through Sunday, September 14, with an official press opening on Thursday, August 21.

Bigger, Bolder, and Unapologetically Flavorful

Brooklyn, NY (July 29, 2025) — After a sold-out debut that shook the city in 2024, Latin Food Fest NYC is back for its biggest year yet — taking over Industry City in Brooklyn on September 13 & 14, 2025, with a massive lineup of over 70 food vendors, 14 live performances, five large-scale art installations, eight fan-favorite cultural activations, and a whole lot of sabor.

Limited Engagement Runs August 6 to 15 at AMT Theater

An Official Selection of The 2025 Broadway Bound Festival

New York, N.Y. - Double-Crossed, a captivating new play by Glory Kadigan, will receive a workshop production this August as part of The 2025 Broadway Bound Festival. The limited engagement runs August 6–15 at AMT Theater, with a post-show talkback on August 8. Directed by Noel MacDuffie, the production features an accomplished cast of four. An official selection of the 2025 Broadway Bound Festival, Double-Crossed invites audiences aboard a luxury cruise ship where power, class, and secrets collide.

With Surprising Broadway Guest Stars

New York, NY (July 31, 2025) - Exorcistic: The Rock Musical is set to make its triumphant return Off Broadway at The Asylum NYC for a limited engagement beginning August 25th, 2025. This bold, high-octane horror-comedy has already garnered accolades, including the LA Drama Critics Circle Award for Best Music and Lyrics in 2023 and the Broadway World NYC Award for Best New Musical Off-Off Broadway in 2024. Audiences can expect a sensational production packed full of shocking Broadway Guest Stars, making every performance a unique experience.

The Cultural Event Returns October 24th-26th, Celebrating the Magazine’s 100th Anniversary

New York, N.Y. (July 30, 2025) —T his October, The New Yorker Festival will return to New York City, celebrating one hundred years of the magazine with a special weekend of live conversations, musical performances, screenings, and more. From October 24th to October 26th, The New Yorker’s acclaimed writers and editors will take the stage with some of the most compelling thinkers and artists of our time, bringing the magazine to life in this landmark cultural event.

New Yorkers Encouraged to ‘Get Offline and Get Outside’ at Multiple Hudson River Sites

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton today announced that the 14^th annual Great Hudson River Estuary Fish Count will take place at multiple sites along the banks and piers of the Hudson River on Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025.

“The Hudson River Estuary is an amazing and critical habitat for many fish and wildlife species, and this annual event provides a great opportunity for New York families and visitors to get outside and see first-hand how unique the river is to the life cycle of so many fish,” Commissioner Lefton said. “With sites from New York Harbor to Cohoes, there are many places for people of all ages and abilities to participate in this year’s fish count.”…

Free outdoor festival at Pier 76 features live music from iconic blues artists, authentic barbecue, refreshing drinks, dancing and a wide variety of activities for kids

New York, NY (July 28, 2025) – Hudson River Park today unveiled the lineup for the 25th annual Blues BBQ Festival on Saturday, August 16th, from 1:00 to 9:00 pm at Pier 76. The all-day celebration features soulful blues music from world-renowned artists and popular local acts, accompanied by delicious barbecue from top-notch restaurants from around the city and refreshing drinks in a unique venue. This year’s celebration features two live stages, a blues dance floor with free lessons, hot sauce duels, a riverfront marketplace, games, and more!…