Events Calendar

Week of August 2 - August 9, 2009

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Sunday, August 2, 2009

Voila... It’s MAGIQUE at Le Carrousel, as Bryant Park brings you fun-filled tricks of all kinds.

Chris Capehart (The Finest All Around Magician You Will See)

Chris is an accomplished performer of magic.

He started doing magic over thirty years ago (with just one trick) on the streets of NYC where he dazzled some of the toughest crowds in the world. Although today, he no longer works the streets, this experience honed his sleight-of-hand and quick come back verbal skills to make him a most enjoyable magician to watch. His skill at entertaining audiences of all ages has proven to be unmatched.

Chris has been honored for his Linking Ring Routine. Over his career, he has performed all over the United States although, currently, Chris is trying to stay closer to home and is performing mainly throughout the tri-state area.

In case of rain, Le Carrousel Magique is cancelled.

 
Monday, August 3, 2009

Born in Tokyo, Japan, Kuni came to the United States in 1975. He continues to play for many of the top big-bands around including: the Lionel Hampton Orchestra; Duke Ellington; Cab Calloway; Illinois Jaquet; and George Gee Orchestra.

 

presented by Time Warner Cable

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

Dustin Hoffman won an Oscar for his role as a father who will go to any length (even making French toast) to keep custody of his son. Meryl Streep is unmatched as his icy wife who walks out on him and returns to claim the boy, who is played by Oscar nominee Justin Henry. Robert Benton directs one of best acted films of the decade. (1979) 105 Min. (Sony/Columbia)

 
Tuesday, August 4, 2009

Free Classes in the Park

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

Classes are rain or shine.

 

Free Classes in the Park

lululemon athletica provides free yoga classes for all ages and levels.

Awaken the body’s potential with revitalizing movement, stretching, breathing, and poses. Some of yoga’s benefits include weight loss, deeper sleep, release from pain and arthritis, and a more youthful appearance.

Wear comfortable clothing that allows easy movement. Mats are provided.

In case of rain, please call 212-768-4242.

 

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

Terri Jones, her granddaughter Caitlyn, Leslie Wallace, and their 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.

 

Born in Tokyo, Japan, Kuni came to the United States in 1975. He continues to play for many of the top big-bands around including: the Lionel Hampton Orchestra; Duke Ellington; Cab Calloway; Illinois Jaquet; and George Gee Orchestra.

 

Free Classes in the Park

Gotta Knit provides free instruction to beginners. Yarn and needles are provided.

Call 212-989-3030 to pre-register, or take a chance and drop by.

 

Music to start the end of your day

Perfectly timed for an early evening visit to the park, Bryant Park After Work features an eclectic selection of music, from jazz pianists to string quartets and more, performed by talented New York area artists.

 

Jill Bialosky
George Kalogeris
Donna Masini

Writing that is simultaneously fresh and refreshing.

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

 
Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Born in Tokyo, Japan, Kuni came to the United States in 1975. He continues to play for many of the top big-bands around including: the Lionel Hampton Orchestra; Duke Ellington; Cab Calloway; Illinois Jaquet; and George Gee Orchestra.

 

Popular authors from McSweeney’s literary magazine with keen advice on how to write - and publish - ground-breaking fiction.
Hosted by: Starlee Kine, This American LifeProducer
with Featured Writers and Authors:
Jessica Anthony, The Convalescent
Joe Hagan, Writer, The Believer, New York Magazine
James Hannaham, God Says No
Arthur Phillips, The Song is You
Brandon Stosuy, Senior Writer at Stereogum

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

 

To kick off diversity awareness month celebration HSBC and Bryant Park is pleased to present Innovation and Fortunes.

Featuring Jennifer 8. Lee author of The Fortune Cookie Chronicles
Hosted by: Amanda Stern


5:30-6:00pm Classic Kids Performance
6:00-7:00pm Discussion with Jennifer 8. Lee

 

Music to start the end of your day

Perfectly timed for an early evening visit to the park, Bryant Park After Work features an eclectic selection of music, from jazz pianists to string quartets and more, performed by talented New York area artists.

 
Thursday, August 6, 2009

Free Classes in the Park

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

Classes are rain or shine.

 

presented by New York's 106.7 LiteFM

The most popular musicals on and off Broadway perform their biggest hits.

Featuring:

Next to Normal

Burn The Floor

The Lion King

The Marvelous Wonderettes

The Fantasticks




 

Born in Tokyo, Japan, Kuni came to the United States in 1975. He continues to play for many of the top big-bands around including: the Lionel Hampton Orchestra; Duke Ellington; Cab Calloway; Illinois Jaquet; and George Gee Orchestra.

 

Free Classes in the Park

lululemon athletica provides free yoga classes for all ages and levels.

Awaken the body’s potential with revitalizing movement, stretching, breathing, and poses. Some of yoga’s benefits include weight loss, deeper sleep, release from pain and arthritis, and a more youthful appearance.

Wear comfortable clothing that allows easy movement. Mats are provided.

If Lawn is closed, classes are held in front of the Bryant Monument, between the Bryant Park Grill and Cafe.

In case of rain, please call 212-768-4242.

 

Instructor: David Farley

Pack along a sense of adventure, a journalist’s eye, and a storyteller’s flair. With a professional travel writer as your guide, students will learn about the different types of travel writing and techniques for bringing the world to life on the page.

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

 

Watch a ping pong demonstration with professional players, followed by a high energy public tournament.

Surprise special guests and prizes for winners.

Tournament space is limited, so be sure to sign up in advance with a ping pong attendant in the park.

Hosted by Fred Perry and SPiN New York.

 
Friday, August 7, 2009


Born in Tokyo, Japan, Kuni came to the United States in 1975. He continues to play for many of the top big-bands around including: the Lionel Hampton Orchestra; Duke Ellington; Cab Calloway; Illinois Jaquet; and George Gee Orchestra.

 

Presented by art.party.theater.company

You’re invited to a surreal celebration of summer featuring art.party's own fictional Bryant Park Croquet Society.

Clad in white, fourteen actors spout the nature poems of William Cullen Bryant while playing croquet and sipping tea.

Sultry, stirring, and surprising, Bryant in the Park is a paean to nature in an urban oasis and a not-to-be-missed celebration of summer.

Wear your most sophisticated croquet whites and enjoy a free evening of theater in the park.

For more information about art.party.theater.company, please visit: www.artpartytheatercompany.com.

 
Saturday, August 8, 2009

*Klutz

From Totally Taped to Scoubidou
*Produced in cooperation with The Scholastic Store

Rain Venue(s):
NYPL Children’s Center at 42nd Street
5th Avenue & 42nd Street
212-621-0208
childrenscenter42@nypl.org

 

It’s Fun & Games with family and friends at Flaubert’s Hoppening and Ribbeting Variety Show
Starring:
Flaubert Frog (With special performances by talented kids from the audience) – so sign up today)


Rain Venue:
NYPL Children’s Center at 42nd Street
5th Avenue & 42nd Street

 
Bryant Park Fall Festival

Bryant Park Fall Festival

Experience the best of the 2010–2011 New York City performing arts season, September 13–20, 2010.

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Piano in the Park

Piano in the Park

Some of the best pianists from all over New York come to Bryant Park to play on the Piano in the Park.

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