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Cabrini Shrine: Hansel & Gretel

Sun Oct 19 at 4:30 p.m.
Cabrini Shrine Lawn (inside chapel in case of rain)
701 Fort Washington Ave, 
New York, NY 10040

Prelude Opera presents a delightful new staging of Engelbert Humperdinck’s classic opera for children, Hansel and Gretel. The one-hour production presents the fairy tale in English, sung by professional opera singers and accompanied by piano and the Leadlights String Ensemble. In the Shrine’s retreat room in case of rain.

Cabrini Shrine: Dal Sogno Quintet

This all-women classical chamber ensemble is in residence for the New York Women Composers for the 2024-25 season. Their rich instrumentation features violin, viola, cello, flute, clarinet, and soprano and will showcase works by Chaminade, Mahler, and Messiaen.

Heart-lifting music to bring joy and hope to your heart.

Admission: $20/adult, $10/seniors and youth. Tickets available in advance.

WordUp Recirculation: Performers for Palestine

Join us for an evening of community and original live performances   — music, spoken word, stand-up, and DJing — as we raise money to help our Palestinian neighbors in Gaza. Entry to the event is a suggested $10-$25 donation going to Palestinian families connected with the community org.

In compliance with Word Up Community Safety guidelines, all attendees are encouraged to stay masked at all time.

J. Hood Wright Park: Hallowscream Fright Walk

Join us for a spooky celebration at J. Hood Wright Park. Wear your best costume and get ready for the scariest party in town in our interactive haunted house!

Know before you go:
You can experience our fright walk at any point between the allotted time for the day. For your safety and others’, please exercise caution during the fright walk. Please wear comfortable, closed-toed shoes, and refrain from wearing jewelry. Participants cannot run or touch props and actors. No bags or belongings are allowed inside, so please plan accordingly. Parental discretion and supervision, especially for participants under 13, are highly recommended. Waivers must be signed by an adult.

The HALLOWSCREAM! Fright Walk features frightening images and special effects, sudden movements and jump scares, loud and intense audio, varying light conditions (such as flashing lights and low visibility), and fog in a potentially physically and emotionally demanding environment. Enter at your own risk.

Located in the Fitness Room.