Events Calendar

Week of June 24 - June 30, 2012

Calendar
Sunday, June 24, 2012

Viola! Bryant Park becomes even more magical with master magicians who will leave you spellbound.

Produced in partnership with mondaynightmagic.com.

In case of rain, Le Carrousel Magique will be cancelled.

 
Monday, June 25, 2012

Bonjour! Hola! Konnichiwa! Ciao!

Bryant Park speaks French, Spanish, Japanese, and Italian with instruction by inlingua. Learn a new language or brush up on your skills in these standalone classes. Attend at any time - lessons are not cumulative.

 

A Note on Joel Forrester

Joel Forrester is a contemporary two-handed piano player, essaying the stride, boogie-woogie, and trance styles. He wrote the theme to NPR's Fresh Air, studied composition with Thelonious Monk, co-founded the Microscopic Septet, and did music for the early films of Andy Warhol. On the first Sunday evening of each month, Joel plays for silent movies (of his own choosing) at the Gershwin Hotel. The Microscopic Septet has been selected to play at the Berlin International Jazz Festival, this coming November. And Joel's quintet will perform in August at the Celesteval in the French village of Auxillac.

Presented by:
Bryant Park Corporation
Sam Ash Music Stores
Local 802 of the American Federation of Musicians

 

Enjoy a taste of Paris in the park at lunchtime with musette style accordion music.

 

Now with Pepsi

Paul Newman and Robert Redford are the most charming outlaws on the run ever to romp across the West in George Roy Hill's action packed groundbreaker. (1969) 110 min. Panavision (Fox)


The lawn opens at 5:00pm for blankets and picnicking. Films begin at sunset (typically between 8pm and 9pm).

All packages, bags, briefcases, backpacks, etc. subject to inspection.

 

Butch Cassidy and The Sundance Kid

Lively and entertaining commentary on the classic movie of the night. The Word for Word Reel Talks program features author Scott Adlerberg and film scholar Foster Hirsch discussing the merits and demerits of this film classic. For a reserved seat in the Reel Talks VIP section, pre-register below:

 
Tuesday, June 26, 2012

Free Classes in the Park

Tai Chi and Eternal Spring are instructed by members of the Tai Chi Chuan Center for all ages and experience levels.

Classes are rain or shine.

 

Lizzy Klein
Vice President of Product at Seamless

Moderated by: Neil Janowitz, Fast Company Senior Editor

Over breakfast and coffee from 'wichcraft, get exclusive access to senior executives of local businesses and hear about the challenges and opportunities of their industries.

In partnership with Fast Company and Southwest Airlines.

Eventbrite - Breakfast Briefing at The Southwest Porch

 

Free Classes in the Park

Expert instructors, provided by lululemon athletica, lead all levels of yogis.

Mats are provided.


In case of rain, please check bryantpark.org.

 

Hosted by Cali Co Cat

Meow-a-long with Cali Co Cat and hear fun tails and jokes to boot.

 

Get an up-close visit with exotic birds from the Arcadia Bird Sanctuary and Education Center.

Sanctuary Director, Terri Jones, and her sociable, people-friendly birds can be found near Le Carrousel every Tuesday this summer, weather permitting.

Stop by to watch, ask questions, interact with the birds, or just take pictures.

 

Book Club discussion on My Antonia, by Willa Cather

Led by: Bradford Morrow- Author and Professor of Literature, Bard College

Don't forget to sign up in the Bryant Park Reading Room for a free copy of your book club selection while supply lasts - compliments of Oxford University Press.

Produced in partnership with Oxford University Press, INC. (OUP USA)

Rain Venue(s):
*The General Society of Mechanics and Tradesmen
20 West 44th Street (between 5th & 6th Avenues)

*Not all rooms in The General Society of Mechanics and Tradesmen are handicapped accessible - we are sorry for the inconvenience.

 

A Note on Joel Forrester

Joel Forrester is a contemporary two-handed piano player, essaying the stride, boogie-woogie, and trance styles. He wrote the theme to NPR's Fresh Air, studied composition with Thelonious Monk, co-founded the Microscopic Septet, and did music for the early films of Andy Warhol. On the first Sunday evening of each month, Joel plays for silent movies (of his own choosing) at the Gershwin Hotel. The Microscopic Septet has been selected to play at the Berlin International Jazz Festival, this coming November. And Joel's quintet will perform in August at the Celesteval in the French village of Auxillac.

Presented by:
Bryant Park Corporation
Sam Ash Music Stores
Local 802 of the American Federation of Musicians

 

Enjoy a taste of Paris in the park at lunchtime with musette style accordion music.

 

Free Classes in the Park

Knitty City provides free instruction to beginners. Yarn and needles are provided.

Call 212-787-5896 to pre-register, or take a chance and drop by.

 

Test your coordination and dexterity with free juggling lessons in the park. All skill levels are welcome to join in the fun. Equipment is provided.

 

Fast Times at Ridgemont High Trivia
Aloha, trivia lovers! Grab some tasty waves and come to The Southwest Porch in Bryant Park for Fast Times at Ridgemont High Trivia. Ask Damone to scalp you some tickets for this excellent night of trivia. Learn it. Know it. Live it.

Summer Cult Movie Trivia Festival
You've seen them 100 times. You know them by heart. You've joined the cult. Now prove you're their leader. Attend a Tuesday Trivia night at the Porch to test your cult movie knowledge with quiz masters from triviaad.com.

The competition is open to all, but please RSVP to trivia@wichcraftnyc.com to ensure your spot.

Presented by Southwest Airlines and 'wichcraft

 

Aracelis Girmay
Urayoan Noel
Dan Vera

Rain Venue(s):
*The General Society of Mechanics and Tradesmen
20 West 44th Street (between 5th & 6th Avenues)

*Not all rooms in The General Society of Mechanics and Tradesmen are handicapped accessible - we are sorry for the inconvenience.

 
Wednesday, June 27, 2012

Bonjour! Hola! Konnichiwa! Ciao!

Bryant Park speaks French, Spanish, Japanese, and Italian with instruction by inlingua. Learn a new language or brush up on your skills in these standalone classes. Attend at any time - lessons are not cumulative.

 

This American Life contributor Dave Hill discusses Tasteful Nudes:...and Other Misguided Attempts at Personal Growth and Validation. Hosted by fellow comedian and actress Janeane Garofalo.

Rain Venue(s):
*The General Society of Mechanics and Tradesmen
20 West 44th Street (between 5th & 6th Avenues)

*Not all rooms in The General Society of Mechanics and Tradesmen are handicapped accessible - we are sorry for the inconvenience.

 

A Note on Joel Forrester

Joel Forrester is a contemporary two-handed piano player, essaying the stride, boogie-woogie, and trance styles. He wrote the theme to NPR's Fresh Air, studied composition with Thelonious Monk, co-founded the Microscopic Septet, and did music for the early films of Andy Warhol. On the first Sunday evening of each month, Joel plays for silent movies (of his own choosing) at the Gershwin Hotel. The Microscopic Septet has been selected to play at the Berlin International Jazz Festival, this coming November. And Joel's quintet will perform in August at the Celesteval in the French village of Auxillac.

Presented by:
Bryant Park Corporation
Sam Ash Music Stores
Local 802 of the American Federation of Musicians

 

Music to start the end of your day

Spirit Family Reunion is an acoustic driven band that mixes past and present musical techniques to produce a rootsy, homegrown sound.


Perfectly timed for an early evening visit to the park, Bryant Park After Work features free concerts with talented New York area jazz musicians and singer-songwriters.

 
Thursday, June 28, 2012

Free Classes in the Park

Tai Chi and Eternal Spring are instructed by members of the Tai Chi Chuan Center for all ages and experience levels.

Classes are rain or shine.

 

A Note on Joel Forrester

Joel Forrester is a contemporary two-handed piano player, essaying the stride, boogie-woogie, and trance styles. He wrote the theme to NPR's Fresh Air, studied composition with Thelonious Monk, co-founded the Microscopic Septet, and did music for the early films of Andy Warhol. On the first Sunday evening of each month, Joel plays for silent movies (of his own choosing) at the Gershwin Hotel. The Microscopic Septet has been selected to play at the Berlin International Jazz Festival, this coming November. And Joel's quintet will perform in August at the Celesteval in the French village of Auxillac.

Presented by:
Bryant Park Corporation
Sam Ash Music Stores
Local 802 of the American Federation of Musicians

 

Free Classes in the Park

Expert instructors, provided by lululemon athletica, lead all levels of yogis.

Mats are provided.


In case of rain, please check bryantpark.org.

 

Pen your own story, poem, or screenplay, at writer's workshops guaranteed to improve and perfect. Pre-registration required (age 18+)

Facilitated by: Sara Batkie, MFA, NYU

Rain Venue(s):
*The General Society of Mechanics and Tradesmen
20 West 44th Street (between 5th & 6th Avenues)

*Not all rooms in The General Society of Mechanics and Tradesmen are handicapped accessible - we are sorry for the inconvenience.

 
Friday, June 29, 2012

A Note on Joel Forrester

Joel Forrester is a contemporary two-handed piano player, essaying the stride, boogie-woogie, and trance styles. He wrote the theme to NPR's Fresh Air, studied composition with Thelonious Monk, co-founded the Microscopic Septet, and did music for the early films of Andy Warhol. On the first Sunday evening of each month, Joel plays for silent movies (of his own choosing) at the Gershwin Hotel. The Microscopic Septet has been selected to play at the Berlin International Jazz Festival, this coming November. And Joel's quintet will perform in August at the Celesteval in the French village of Auxillac.

Presented by:
Bryant Park Corporation
Sam Ash Music Stores
Local 802 of the American Federation of Musicians

 

Enjoy a taste of Paris in the park at lunchtime with musette style accordion music.

 

Six dance companies bring their dynamic performances to the Bryant Park Stage for an evening of modern dance.

Featuring:

Dallas Black Dance Theatre
Hammerstep & Deoro
Claire Porter/PORTABLES
Daniel Gwirtzman Dance Company
Kim Gibilisco Dances
Rebecca Stenn Company


Booking Dance Festival Edinburgh 2012 is a dance "festival within a festival" at the annual Fringe Festival in Edinburgh, Scotland. Founded by Jodi Kaplan, Booking Dance Festival fosters a cultural exchange between performing artists and international communities.

 
Saturday, June 30, 2012

Free Classes in the Park

Learn the basics of fly fishing for free.

Join expert instructors from Orvis for lessons on fly casting and outfit rigging. Class spaces are first come, first served. Call 212-827-0698 to reserve your spot.

April 21 & 28
May 5, 12 & 26
June 2, 16, 23 & 30

 

Free Classes in the Park

Experience the joy of movement and dance.

Free classes are led by former and current members of the internationally renowned modern dance company, Limon Dance.

Open to all levels and ages.

 

Voila, he's back. Once again it's Justin The Magician with all sorts of magic tricks up his sleeve and in his hat.

 

Hop on over to our pad for unfroggetable fun with Flaubert Frog and all his carousel pals.

 

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Petanque

Pétanque

Pétanque is a French game of "boules" played in the park. Try your hand after a free lesson from La Boule New Yorkaise.

Learn more about Pétanque in Bryant Park
Ping Pong

Ping Pong at The Tables

The Tables are located in the northwest corner of the park, and equipment is provided free of charge.

Give The Tables a spin