Posts tagged art

The Joyce Theater

Tickets start at $10!  That’s cheaper than a movie or a cocktail!  Take in a wonderful dance performance – their productions appeal to the newbie and the aficionado alike.

Imperial Theatre

The former home of Les Miserables and now Billy Elliot.  For the best acoustics, sit in the orchestra section - just be warned that the seats are old and cramped.

Second Stage Theatre

What used to be an old bank has been cleverly converted into a modern day performance space with stadium style seating, great sightlines and a nice bar.

Barrow Street Theatre

A great theater where you shouldn’t be surprised to see the actors moving all around you.

59E59 Theaters

This group of three tiny theaters is for the off-broadway aficionado.  Visit their fabulous bar after the show and mingle with the actors.

Minetta Lane Theater

A small theater hidden away on a tiny street that offers a cozy and intimate theater going experience.  Afterwards, hit up any of the nearby bars and restaurants.

BAM Harvey Theater

This state of the art theater draws some of the biggest stars in some of the most avant-garde productions around! Come early to enjoy a drink and the awesome atmosphere.

Barrymore Theatre

We love the seriously old school atmosphere and that there’s literally not a bad seat in this landmarked theater.  Be warned that the lobby is small and the AC is potent. 

Bowery Poetry Club

Home not only to amazing spoken word performances, but sexy Burlesque and hilarious Bingo. The real poetry is in the men’s room – try not to add you own.

Tibet House

Visit this urban oasis during one of the center’s special events and you’ll be treated to all that is special and magical about this Buddhist Mecca.

Guggenheim Museum

The building itself is the main draw here, but don’t miss the exhibits, which are intellectually challenging and interesting.  Closed on Thursdays!

New Museum

Be prepared to wait in line after line for each exhibit in this beautiful and modern gallery.  Check out the view from the rooftop. Free admission every Thursday from 7-9pm.

Nicholas Roerich Museum

This small and obscure museum houses the amazing works of Nicholas Roerich, a Russian mystic who painted dramatic and colorful Himalayan landscapes.

International Center of Photography

This amazing center will re-kindle your love affair with photography – the exhibits are amazing and the classes are amazing.  Come on Friday Nights for Free Admission.

Museum of Comic & Cartoon Art

Unleash your inner teenager and check out the amazing rotating comic and graphic novel exhibitions at this small museum.