C4Trio at the Atrium
The Latin Grammy-winning ensemble, C4Trio, arrives this Thursday at the David Rubenstein Atrium at Lincoln Center (53 W 62nd St). Formed by Jorge Glem, Héctor Molina, Edward Ramírez and Rodner Padilla, all the members of the band are recognized as soloists and musicians, making C4Trio the largest supergroup of four in the world. Currently based in Miami, the band finds musical inspiration in traditions from throughout the South and the American diaspora while remaining true to its Venezuelan spirit. At 7: 30 pm, free. Information: https://www.lincolncenter.org/venue/atrium/c4-trio-643
“Cymbeline” in the city parks
The NY Classical Theater reinvented William Shakespeare’s “Cymbeline”, and is presenting it in three public parks in Manhattan and Brooklyn through of July. The bravery, wit and integrity of its leading lady, Imogen, make it an inspiring story worth retelling today, according to NY Classical Artistic Director and Cymbeline Director Stephen Burdman. Imogen is the catalyst in the world of the play: she takes the initiative and, with some disguises and some sword fights, overturns the royally class politics of Cymbeline”. It will be presented at Carl Schurz Park ( West 61th Street & East End Avenue) through July 3; and at Brooklyn Commons Park at MetroTech (Myrtle Avenue & Bridge Street) from 5 to 10 of July. Free. More information: https://nyclassical.org/
The Plenaries of the 21 at Lincoln Center
This Saturday, July 2, Los Pleneros of the 21, the East Harlem-based, Grammy-nominated ensemble, brings the sounds and sights of traditional Puerto Rican music and dance to Lincoln Center. The group navigates between tradition and innovation, providing its characteristic sound for an unforgettable show that is sure to make you smile and put you on your feet. Before the concert, Lincoln Center teaching artists invite you to a pre-show family workshop at The Oasis at Josie Robertson Plaza. At 12: 00 p.m. Information: https://www.lincolncenter.org
Let’s dance with Los Hacheros
Throughout the summer, Social Dance at The Oasis will pay tribute to the rich traditions of dance and Latin music that have so profoundly enriched New York City’s artistic heritage. This Saturday, July 2, at 6: 00 pm, Los Hacheros de Brooklyn, the modern champions of the Golden Age of Latin music, will revive folkloric styles such as son montuno , guaracha and salsa, combining them with the bomba, the rhythm of the mountains of Puerto Rico. The night begins with an adaptive dance class with the Mark Morris Dance Group at 5: 00 pm and a dance class with Talia Castro-Pozo at 6: 30 pm. At Josie Robertson Plaza (10 Lincoln Center Plaza). Information: https://www.lincolncenter.org/
Cocomama at The Public Theater
The Public Theater (425 Lafayette Street New York, NY 10003) brings to the city the members of Cocomama, who come from all over the world gathering their influences from everywhere. Salsa, soul, R&B, Afro-Cuban and Latin jazz are among the menu items every time they take the stage creating a sound that is both fierce and beautiful. Join Cocomama in celebrating the digital release of her new album, Woman’s World, on Tuesday, July 5, at 9:00 30 p.m. More information: https://publictheater.org/
Exhibition “Language in the street” at the Cervantes
We walk around the city talking, and without realizing it we never stop reading. The exhibition “Language in the street. 300 years of linguistic landscape” recovers a part of the writing that was visible in the Spanish streets Come in 1500 Y 1900. Advertisements, posters and banners formed the linguistic landscape seen everywhere in a largely illiterate society. Selling, offending, entertaining, regulating or subverting regulation were some of the reasons why the street became a text. At the Cervantes Institute in New York 211 East 49th St, New York, NY 10017). Until September 9. Information: https://nyork.cervantes.es/
“For the Birds” at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden
The Brooklyn Botanic Garden (BBG) is presenting “For the Birds”, a series of multidisciplinary programs and exhibitions throughout the garden that explores the interconnections of birds and plants, and the urgent need to protect plant ecosystems. Its creative director is acclaimed film and television music supervisor Randall Poste. For the Birds focuses on an outdoor exhibition of dozens of site-specific birdhouses created by internationally renowned artists. Inspired by the bird species that reside in the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, each aviary provides an opportunity to learn more about birds and their habitats through the eyes of artists working with a variety of materials and viewpoints. Information: https://www.bbg.org/
The magic of Steve Cohen
Looking for a unique and magical way to spend the weekend? World famous magician Steve Cohen, the mastermind behind Chamber Magic, has a magic show at the hotel, Lotte New York Palace (432 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10022). The show of 61 minutes transport guests back to a simpler time for a night of refreshingly elegant and incomparable entertainment. For dates and times, visit: https://chambermagic.com/