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Fort Tryon Park: Celebrating National Dance Day with Uptown Dance Collective

September 21 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

🎉🩰 Celebrate National Dance Day with us at Fort Tryon Park! 🌳✨

Join us on September 21 at 3PM at Abby’s Lawn for a unique dance experience like no other! We’re thrilled to present “Reshaped Memory,” an evocative excerpt from Uptown Dance Collective’s site-specific event, and “Alterations and Repairs.”

Immerse yourself in an afternoon where dance, music, and poetry intertwine beautifully within the park’s scenic landscape. We’ll gather on Abby’s Lawn at 3PM, then take a short stroll to the performance site to witness an enchanting solo by Maxine Steinman. 🌿💃

The performance features a collaboration of artistic talents:

  • Choreography by Maxine Steinman
  • Poetry by Paul Rabinowitz
  • Music by multi-instrumentalist John Ehlis

Don’t miss this chance to be part of a truly memorable celebration of dance and artistic expression. Click the Eventbrite link  for free tickets and join us for an afternoon of inspiration and creativity!

📸 Photos by Chris Drukker

Let’s come together to celebrate National Dance Day in the heart of nature. See you there! 🌟💫

2nd Annual Inwood Jazz Festival – We’re Back!

The Inwood Jazz Festival has been rescheduled for Sunday, September 29th! Beginning with Hayes Greenfield’s Jazz-a-ma-Tazz Children’s Workshop for ages 1 – 8 in Bruce’s Garden at 10AM..
The main stage wakes up at 12 Noon in Inwood Hill Park til 5PM and concludes with a Jam at Inwood Farm Restaurant from 5 – 7PM – Musicians, bring your instruments.
So, bring a lawn chair, bring a picnic, bring the family.. Cathy Sancore will be setting up a table and making ‘shakers’ with the children from 1 – 3. And, bring the☀️sunshine, please ☀️or a poncho 🌂 See you there!

www.InwoodJazzFestival.com

Isham Park: Dances on the Lawn

Matthew Westerby Company presents the third annual Uptown Dances on the Lawn!

This year, we’re presenting a brand new improvised work for eight of our Company dancers, as well as Company repertory and a special guest performer!

AND… something for everyone! Two movement workshops for all ages – FREE and open to the community!

Join us in Isham Park, Saturday September 21, 2-4 PM.

*In case of inclement weather, the event will take place on Sunday September 22 – same time & location.

Fort Tryon Park: Silent Disco

September 12 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Join us for a lively Silent Disco as we celebrate the end of summer in Fort Tryon Park!

LINK FOR FREE TICKETS 

This fun-filled event will take place on the picturesque Cloisters Lawn, offering breathtaking sunset views as you dance to the music of your choice. We’ll provide wireless headphones, allowing you to switch between different music channels and enjoy a personalized dance experience.

Event Details:

• Date: Thursday, September 12

• Time: 6:30 PM

• Location: Cloisters Lawn, Fort Tryon Park

• Cost: Free and open to the public

• Headphones: Provided on-site

• What to bring: Comfortable clothing and footwear recommended

Celebrate the last days of summer with us—dance, unwind, and enjoy the evening atmosphere in one of NYC’s most iconic parks!