Roberto Carlos at Radio City
Legendary Brazilian singer-songwriter Roberto Carlos is back in town this Thursday, June 27, to fill the Radio City Music Hall stage with his music. The 82-year-old artist returns with a tour to celebrate his more than 50-year career, during which he has conquered the public with his ballads and musical classics, such as Un Millón de Amigos, Cama y Mesa, Amada Amante and El gato que esta , among many others. At 8:00 pm. Tickets: www.ticketmaster.com.
A trip from NYC to Buenos Aires
PITCHBLACK Immersive Experiences, in association with Radio Drama Network, brings its enhanced production of Odd Man Out back to NYC. The theater show will take viewers on an exciting “journey” from New York to Buenos Aires in a 360-degree sensory experience. Following two previous highly acclaimed productions, this new version will begin from the moment the “passengers” enter the building until the moment they arrive in the Argentine capital. At the Shiner Theater at the Sheen Center for Thought & Culture, beginning this Friday, June 28, for a limited run that runs through Sunday, July 21, with an official opening night on Tuesday, July 2. For tickets and information, visit: OddManOutNYC.com.
Last week of the Tango & Candombe show
The Thalia Spanish Theater (41-17 Greenpoint Avenue, Sunnyside) announced the last four shows of the Tango & Candombe show. Discover the African roots of tango in music, singing and dance, in this show under the musical direction of Emiliano Messiez and Federico Díaz, production and direction of Ángel Gil Orrios, with the dancers Guillermina Quiroga, Mariano Logiudice, Analia Carreño, Luis Ramirez, Milteri Tucker and Billy T “El Negrolo”. The music will be provided by the singer Julieta Rada, the singer Ache Rey and the musicians Emiliano Messiez, on the piano, Leandro Ragusa on the bandoneon, Federico Díaz on the guitar, Sergio Reyes on the violin, Carlos Pino on the double bass and Arturo Prendez, Ariel “Chino” Benatar and Fabricio Teodoro, on drums. Until Sunday June 30, Friday 8pm, Saturday 3pm and 8pm, Sunday 4pm. Tickets:www.thaliatheatre.org or (718) 729-3880.
Lincoln Center’s silent disco
This Friday, June 28 at 10:00 pm, enjoy Lincoln Center’s popular outdoor silent disco with DJ CherishTheLuv (photo), the first woman to DJ on Broadway, who brings back the disco energy of David Byrne’s Tony-nominated play, Here Lies Love, to the dance floor of Summer for the City. You won’t want to miss how Dj CherishTheLuv will electrify the atmosphere under the stars at Josie Robertson Plaza for an unforgettable night of music and dancing.Information:https://www.lincolncenter.org.
Free tickets to the Botanical Garden
To celebrate the start of summer and the end of the school year, this Saturday, June 29 and Sunday, June 30, the New York Botanical Garden (NYBG) will offer free admission to the exhibition Wonderland: Curious Nature for children 12 and under to arrive dressed in Wonderland-inspired costumes during Mad for Summer Family Weekend. The exhibition, inspired by the beloved classics “Alice in Wonderland” and “Through the Looking Glass and What Alice Found There,” features a flower show, art installations, family-friendly activities and abundant photo opportunities . From 1:00 to 4:00 pm. 2900 Southern Boulevard, Bronx. More information: https://www.nybg.org.
The Whitney Museum comes to the Bronx
The Whitney Museum of American Art is coming to the Bronx this Saturday, June 29, from 11am-2pm, for a special project at the New York Botanical Garden (2900 Southern Blvd). NYBG is the next stop in “Whitney On The Rails,” the Museum’s partnership with the MTA to bring art, art-making, and the iconic Whitney Biennial directly to New Yorkers through activities for all ages in subway stations and at cultural institutions easily accessible by public transportation. Artists of all ages are welcome to join in creating watercolor landscapes and botanical illustrations. For more information:https://whitney.org.
Pride in Central Park
Dreamland Presents: Pride in Central Park is back for another year of dancing and great music, featuring a very special guest from Jake Resnicow. His events celebrating queer art and music have taken place in Miami, Las Vegas, Los Angeles and elsewhere, including SummerStage last season with a sold-out show that featured Purple Disco Machine and Paris Hilton. Be a part of an unforgettable Pride celebration in the heart of New York City at Rumsey Playfield this Sunday, June 30th from 3:00-10:00 pm. More information: https://cityparksfoundation.org.
Color Factory and WICKED join forces
Color Factory, the interactive art experience that invites visitors to enjoy the joy of color, is offering an exclusive collaboration with the Broadway show “Wicked.” New Yorkers are invited to defy gravity and celebrate a temporary transformation of the iconic confetti room. Open to the public until September 9, guests can expect the two colors to come together amid the illuminated neons and flying confetti of Color Factory. Additionally, there will be a variety of treats, personalized digital frames, and a new Wicked photo booth available for guests as they explore the experience. At 251 Spring Street. Information: https://www.colorfactory.co/new-york-city.
Sushidelic, an original Japanese experience
Suschidelic, an immersive Japanese cooking experience, is celebrating its first anniversary. The fun spot sets itself apart with its eclectic and immersive Kawaii experience. Each dish and cocktail has unique presentations. A menu favorite are the colorful dipping sauces, presented on a painter’s palette with flavor profiles such as Uzu (yellow), Spicy Mayo (pink), Wasabi (dark green), Ponzu Mayo (light green), Carrot- Ginger (orange), Sesame (black), with pink ginger. A la carte standout dishes include the Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice, spicy tuna garnished with Fresno peppers and fried garlic; Toru Taku Roll, medium fatty tuna with pickled daikon and chives; Salmon Nigiri, Hamachi, Ebi, Yellowfin Tuna, Scallop, Uni; and Faroese Salmon Sashimi, Bluefin Tuna, Uni. It is located at 177 Lafayette Street. More information://www.sushidelic.net.
