Events Calendar

Week of June 17 - June 24, 2012

Calendar
Sunday, June 17, 2012

An Original Children's Musical Performance by Elizabeth Swados

For more information: www.jewishbookscooking.org

Tony-Nominated Artist Elizabeth Swados shares the joy and magic of children's books in new original production.

Among the popular books featured in the production are Baxter, the Pig Who Wanted to be Kosher, by Laurel Snyder, Mr. Mentch, by The Mamas; and, Beautiful Yetta - The Yiddish Chicken, by Daniel Pinkwater

Created, Conceived & Directed by Elizabeth Swados

 
Monday, June 18, 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 Luiz Simas

Brazilian/American pianist Luiz Simas is a versatile performer who feels totally at ease with both the music of his native Brazil and the American genres of jazz, ragtime and stride. Keyboard Magazine has described his playing as "sassy, clear and vibrant", and his music as "fresh, smart and witty". His latest CD, Mata Atlantica (Atlantic Forest) Piano Suite, was released by Lydjul Music in 2011.

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

Hitchcock's most disturbing thriller stars Anthony Perkins as Norman Bates who runs a motel with his mother where Janet Leigh checks in after she steals money and hits the road. (1960) 109 min. (Universal)


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.

 

Psycho

Lively and entertaining commentary on the classic movie of the night. With resident film expert Scott Adlerberg and Wallace Stroby.

 
Tuesday, June 19, 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.

 

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.

 

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.

 

A Note on Luiz Simas

Brazilian/American pianist Luiz Simas is a versatile performer who feels totally at ease with both the music of his native Brazil and the American genres of jazz, ragtime and stride. Keyboard Magazine has described his playing as "sassy, clear and vibrant", and his music as "fresh, smart and witty". His latest CD, Mata Atlantica (Atlantic Forest) Piano Suite, was released by Lydjul Music in 2011.

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

Take a stab at the modern sport of fencing with masters from Manhattan Fencing Center.

No prior experience needed and equipment is provided.

Call 212-382-2255 to pre-register or take a chance and drop by.

 

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.

 

Ready to practice your new language skills in a different setting? After you attend our weekly language classes, step over to the Porch for monthly after work meet-ups with inlingua instructors, and put your skills to the test, with a cocktail in hand.
 

 

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.

 

Princess Bride Trivia
Trivia, as you wish. Grab your favorite giant and swordsman and come to The Southwest Porch in Bryant Park for Princess Bride Trivia. It will be a lot more fun than facing a Sicilian when death is on the line. Have fun storming the castle!

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

 

Daniela Gioseffi
Lee Briccetti
and special guest: Marsha Andrews performing music by Aaron Copland, Ernst Bacon, and Andre Previn - musical compositions are based on Emily Dickinson's poetry, with Shirley Anne Seguin, pianist.

Presented by the Bryant Park Reading Room


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 20, 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.

 

Gay Men Don't Get Fat boasts Simon Doonan, media personality and creative force of the infamous windows at Barney's NY. Hosted by radio host and comedian, Frank DeCaro of The Dead Celebrity Cookbook.

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 Luiz Simas

Brazilian/American pianist Luiz Simas is a versatile performer who feels totally at ease with both the music of his native Brazil and the American genres of jazz, ragtime and stride. Keyboard Magazine has described his playing as "sassy, clear and vibrant", and his music as "fresh, smart and witty". His latest CD, Mata Atlantica (Atlantic Forest) Piano Suite, was released by Lydjul Music in 2011.

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

The Hot Sardines sound is steeped in hot jazz, salty stride piano, and the kind of music Louis Armstrong, Django Reinhardt, and Fats Waller used to make: Straight-up, foot-stomping jazz. They manage to invoke the sounds of a near-century ago and stay resolutely in step with the current age.


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.

 

Join this epic game of musical chairs, featuring the park's iconic green bistro chair. Prizes for last chair standing. Hosted by comedian Sara Barron and DJ Stewey Decimal. Registration is required - click below for more information.

You must be 18-years of age or older to participate

Be there or be chair.

Musical Chairs Sign Up

 
Thursday, June 21, 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 Luiz Simas

Brazilian/American pianist Luiz Simas is a versatile performer who feels totally at ease with both the music of his native Brazil and the American genres of jazz, ragtime and stride. Keyboard Magazine has described his playing as "sassy, clear and vibrant", and his music as "fresh, smart and witty". His latest CD, Mata Atlantica (Atlantic Forest) Piano Suite, was released by Lydjul Music in 2011.

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

 

Make Music New York

Israeli pianist and composer Alon Yavai now lives in Brooklyn and has toured worldwide, recorded, and performed with artists such as Yo-Yo Ma, Nancy Wilson, Freddie Hubbard, Joe Lovano, The New York Voices, Bob Moses, Rosa Passos, and Claudio Roditi. For almost seven years, Mr. Yavai was part of Paquito D'Rivera's Latin Jazz Quintet.

Presented in partnership with the Consulate General of Israel in NY


Now in its sixth year, Make Music New York, is a festival of over 1,000 free concerts in public spaces throughout the five boroughs of New York City, all on Thursday, June 21, the first day of summer. MMNY takes place simultaneously with similar festivities in more than 460 cities around the world in a global celebration of music making.

 

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: Thais Miller, MA, 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 22, 2012

A Note on Luiz Simas

Brazilian/American pianist Luiz Simas is a versatile performer who feels totally at ease with both the music of his native Brazil and the American genres of jazz, ragtime and stride. Keyboard Magazine has described his playing as "sassy, clear and vibrant", and his music as "fresh, smart and witty". His latest CD, Mata Atlantica (Atlantic Forest) Piano Suite, was released by Lydjul Music in 2011.

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.

 
Saturday, June 23, 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.

 

Classic fairy tales burst into song with Moey's Music Party's performance in Bryant Park. Moey invites kids to dress up in their sparkly finest as they dance along to songs from Moey's new CD, Princess Revolution. Moey gives Sleeping Beauty and Snow White a modern musical power spin. Time Out New York Kids writes Moey's Music Party is "sure to transport the under-10 set into a genuine- tizzy!"

 

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

 

The world's largest short film festival is coming to Bryant Park.

Free and hosted by Hugh Jackman, Tropfest showcases a competition of short films created by independent filmmakers especially for the evening.

Live music and DJs start at 3:00pm and the short film screenings begin at 8:00pm.

Space is limited and reservations to attend are recommended. Click here: tropfestnewyork.eventbrite.com and indicate that you are attending.

For more information, please visit: tropfest.com/NY.

 

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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