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SUMMARY:Pinocchio and Gepetto's Big Apple Adventure
DESCRIPTION:During the 2026 season\, the PuppetMobile will present a fresh take on the classic fairytale Pinocchio written by Julia Darden and directed by Bruce Cannon\, with set design by Zlata Godunova and costume design by Charlie DelRisco. \nIn this new telling\, Geppetto is a New York City kid with a talent for invention\, going as far as creating a robot friend in the form of Pinocchio. The story follows the pair as they tour around classic locales\, from the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre in Central Park to the Victorian Gardens Amusement Park\, and the hijinks they get into along the way.  \nThe production features hand-made marionettes crafted by Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre puppet builder Kevin White. In addition to the artistry of the production\, viewers will be treated to original songs written and orchestrated by Daryl Kojak performed by the marionettes.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/pinocchio-and-gepettos-big-apple-adventure-34/
LOCATION:Queens
CATEGORIES:PuppetMobile
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T210000
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SUMMARY:Funk Flex Birthday Fest: Crystal Waters / Cynthia / Frankie Cutlass / Force MDs / Sunshine Anderson / Greg Nice/ CL Smooth
DESCRIPTION:When you’re a personality as big as Funk Flex\, you celebrate your birthday all weekend. This party\, on the second day of the New York hip-hop institution’s birthday weekend\, features another collection of legacy acts from Funk Flex’s considerable sphere of influence. The headliner is Crystal Waters\, the house and dance music singer known for hits like “100% Pure Love” and house staple “Gypsy Woman (She’s Homeless).” She’s joined by Cynthia\, the Puerto Rican freestyle singer who had a hit with her Johnny O collaboration “Dreamboy/Dreamgirl” and her cover of the Stylistics’ “Break Up to Make Up”; Frankie Cutlass\, a member of Funk Flex’s DJ collective The Flip Squad whose hook from his classic single “Puerto Rico” became a staple of Funk Flex’s sets; Force MDs\, Staten Island’s own R&B group that fused doo wop and hip-hop and peaked with their Top 10 pop hit “Tender Love” in 1985; Sunshine Anderson\, the North Carolina R&B and soul singer who had a hit in 2001 with her debut single “Heard It All Before”; Mr Cheeks\, formerly of the Lost Boyz\, the Queens trio responsible for “Lifestyles of the Rich & Shameless” and “Renee\,” who went solo in 1999 and had a hit with his Missy Elliott and Petey Pablo collaboration “Lights\, Camera\, Action!”; and CL Smooth\, one half of the duo with Pete Rock responsible for foundational works such as “They Reminisce Over You (T.O.N.Y.).”
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/funk-flex-birthday-fest-26/
LOCATION:Staten Island
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T210000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115416
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SUMMARY:Charlie Aponte / Judy Santos / DJ Medina / DJ Lucy Euclid
DESCRIPTION:For more than 40 years\, Charlie Aponte was the lead vocalist for the legendary El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico\, one of the island’s most successful salsa groups of all time and a salsa institution. One of his earliest performances with the band included a 1973 show in front of 50\,000 fans at Yankee Stadium as the opening act for the Fania All-Stars’ sold-out concert. With El Gran Combo\, Aponte performed all over the world\, sold millions of records\, and won multiple Latin GRAMMYs. Aponte left the group in 2014 and quickly released his debut solo album Una Nueva Historia the next year. His 2017 album Pa’ Mi Gente was nominated for the Latin GRAMMY for Best Salsa Album. He’s joined by Judy Santos\, an American singer best known for her work with the Dominican-American bachata group Aventura. She collaborated on three of their albums in the early aughts\, including the song “Obsesión\,””Angelito\,” and “La Guerra\,” her 2002 duet with Romeo Santos (no relation) that topped the charts in several Latin American countries.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/charlie-aponte/
LOCATION:Staten Island
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115416
CREATED:20260430T174559Z
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SUMMARY:Pinocchio and Gepetto's Big Apple Adventure
DESCRIPTION:During the 2026 season\, the PuppetMobile will present a fresh take on the classic fairytale Pinocchio written by Julia Darden and directed by Bruce Cannon\, with set design by Zlata Godunova and costume design by Charlie DelRisco. \nIn this new telling\, Geppetto is a New York City kid with a talent for invention\, going as far as creating a robot friend in the form of Pinocchio. The story follows the pair as they tour around classic locales\, from the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre in Central Park to the Victorian Gardens Amusement Park\, and the hijinks they get into along the way.  \nThe production features hand-made marionettes crafted by Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre puppet builder Kevin White. In addition to the artistry of the production\, viewers will be treated to original songs written and orchestrated by Daryl Kojak performed by the marionettes.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/pinocchio-and-gepettos-big-apple-adventure-35/
LOCATION:Brooklyn
CATEGORIES:PuppetMobile
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115416
CREATED:20260430T174600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T174600Z
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SUMMARY:Pinocchio and Gepetto's Big Apple Adventure
DESCRIPTION:During the 2026 season\, the PuppetMobile will present a fresh take on the classic fairytale Pinocchio written by Julia Darden and directed by Bruce Cannon\, with set design by Zlata Godunova and costume design by Charlie DelRisco. \nIn this new telling\, Geppetto is a New York City kid with a talent for invention\, going as far as creating a robot friend in the form of Pinocchio. The story follows the pair as they tour around classic locales\, from the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre in Central Park to the Victorian Gardens Amusement Park\, and the hijinks they get into along the way.  \nThe production features hand-made marionettes crafted by Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre puppet builder Kevin White. In addition to the artistry of the production\, viewers will be treated to original songs written and orchestrated by Daryl Kojak performed by the marionettes.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/pinocchio-and-gepettos-big-apple-adventure-36/
LOCATION:Bronx
CATEGORIES:PuppetMobile
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T220000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115416
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SUMMARY:Blues Traveler / Gin Blossoms / Spin Doctors
DESCRIPTION:SummerStage Member Presale: Thursday\, January 22 at 10AM \nCapital One Cardholder Presale: Thursday\, January 22 at 10AM \nGeneral on-sale: Friday\, January 23 at 10AM \nThis ‘90s throwback night features Blues Traveler\, a Jersey band known for songs like “Hook\,” “But Anyway”\, and “Run-Around”. Their folksy rock sound earned them GRAMMY nominations and a platinum album six times over. They’re co-headlining the show with Gin Blossoms\, the hitmakers behind “Hey Jealousy” and “Til I Hear It From You” that landed them spots on the Billboard Top 100 as well as countless movie soundtracks. Spin Doctors\, of “Two Princes” fame\, will open the evening\, making the night a super-stacked lineup for the ages.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/blues-traveler-gin-blossoms/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260816T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260816T220000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115416
CREATED:20260428T155059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T164513Z
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SUMMARY:Taiwanese Waves 10th Anniversary: 9m88 + ØZI + YELLOW / Chance Emerson / Mong Tong / Chinatown Records
DESCRIPTION:Taiwanese Waves is celebrating its 10th anniversary by showcasing a diverse lineup of artists from across the musical spectrum. This year’s program includes a trio of R&B and hip-hop acts: 9m88 (pronounced “Jo-m-Baba”)\, a jazzy singer-songwriter with strong R&B\, neo-soul\, and hip-hop influences; ØZI\, a singer-songwriter and rapper known for blending urban American styles with Mandopop; and YELLOW 黃宣\, the fashion-forward avant pop artist with a flair for the dramatic. You’re likely to hear some of their collaborations\, such as ØZI and 9m88’s song “Black Out\,” or the 9m88 and YELLOW (黃宣) single “怪天氣Strange Weather.” They’re joined by Chance Emerson\, a relative of Ralph Waldo Emerson born in Taiwan to a Taiwanese mother and American father and a singer-songwriter who explores the human condition with humor and empathy; Mong Tong\, Taiwanese brothers who channel Southeast Asian mythology and folklore through the hypnotic rhythms and ethereal melodies of ‘60s and ‘70s psychedelic music; and a DJ set from Chinatown Records\, the archival project from DJ and historian yiuyiu 瑶瑶 that stewards more than 30 distinct vinyl\, CD\, and cassette collections inherited from her family & neighbors\, spanning nearly 100 years of Chinese music and beyond.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/taiwanese-waves-26/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115416
CREATED:20260430T174601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T174601Z
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SUMMARY:Pinocchio and Gepetto's Big Apple Adventure
DESCRIPTION:During the 2026 season\, the PuppetMobile will present a fresh take on the classic fairytale Pinocchio written by Julia Darden and directed by Bruce Cannon\, with set design by Zlata Godunova and costume design by Charlie DelRisco. \nIn this new telling\, Geppetto is a New York City kid with a talent for invention\, going as far as creating a robot friend in the form of Pinocchio. The story follows the pair as they tour around classic locales\, from the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre in Central Park to the Victorian Gardens Amusement Park\, and the hijinks they get into along the way.  \nThe production features hand-made marionettes crafted by Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre puppet builder Kevin White. In addition to the artistry of the production\, viewers will be treated to original songs written and orchestrated by Daryl Kojak performed by the marionettes.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/pinocchio-and-gepettos-big-apple-adventure-37/
LOCATION:Queens
CATEGORIES:PuppetMobile
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T220000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115416
CREATED:20260210T150059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T135652Z
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SUMMARY:SIMPLE PLAN / 3OH!3 / BOWLING FOR SOUP
DESCRIPTION:SummerStage Member Presale: Thursday\, February 12 at 10AM \nCapital One Cardholder Presale: Tuesday\, February 10 at 12PM \nGeneral on-sale: Friday\, February 13 at 10AM \nSimple Plan’s tour is a veritable who’s who of 2000’s rock\, headlined by the “I’m Just a Kid” and “Perfect” hitmakers who’ve been cranking out top-of-the-charts songs for more than 25 years. They’re joined by club anthem extraordinaires 3OH!3\, behind songs like “DONTTRUSTME” and “My First Kiss”\, the latter of which features pop princess Kesha.  Bowling for Soup\, of “1985” and “High School Never Ends” fame\, will also perform for a night filled with hits from your high school CD mixtape.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/simple-3-soup/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T213000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115416
CREATED:20260428T155001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T164346Z
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SUMMARY:The Voice of Miles Davis: A Symphonic Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Presented in partnership with Jazzmobile SUMMERFEST\, Park Avenue Artists and the Miles Davis Estate\, The Voice of Miles: A Symphonic Celebration is a bold new show that transforms the acclaimed documentary Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool into a dazzling concert experience. Through the show\, pairing Davis’ original\, isolated trumpet recordings with a live orchestra\, audiences will experience the sound and story of the genius who reshaped jazz as never before.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/the-voice-of-miles-davis/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115416
CREATED:20260430T174602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T174602Z
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SUMMARY:Pinocchio and Gepetto's Big Apple Adventure
DESCRIPTION:During the 2026 season\, the PuppetMobile will present a fresh take on the classic fairytale Pinocchio written by Julia Darden and directed by Bruce Cannon\, with set design by Zlata Godunova and costume design by Charlie DelRisco. \nIn this new telling\, Geppetto is a New York City kid with a talent for invention\, going as far as creating a robot friend in the form of Pinocchio. The story follows the pair as they tour around classic locales\, from the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre in Central Park to the Victorian Gardens Amusement Park\, and the hijinks they get into along the way.  \nThe production features hand-made marionettes crafted by Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre puppet builder Kevin White. In addition to the artistry of the production\, viewers will be treated to original songs written and orchestrated by Daryl Kojak performed by the marionettes.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/pinocchio-and-gepettos-big-apple-adventure-38/
LOCATION:Queens
CATEGORIES:PuppetMobile
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T210000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115416
CREATED:20260428T155030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T164227Z
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SUMMARY:The Soapbox Presents: Run it Back\, The Art of the Sample Vol. II
DESCRIPTION:The Soapbox Presents is a platform for cultural preservation and community empowerment. Founded by Marija Abney in 2020 in response to the murder of George Floyd\, The Soapbox Presents produces programming that encourages communities to resist\, and be rejuvenated and revived\, all while celebrating the brilliance of Black and brown people through art. The Soapbox Presents features some of NYC’s most talented artists and the organization has performed at The Apollo\, Lincoln Center\, Symphony Space\, Afropunk\, but most significantly for the community on the stoops and sidewalks of NYC. The platform was recently featured in the New York Times\, is the recipient of The Mellon Foundation’s Humanities in Place grant\, and was celebrated in the “Positively Black” segment on NBC New York. They’ve welcomed Babyface\, ASAP Ferg\, Rapsody\, Big Daddy Kane\, Ledisi and many others as guest artists at their activations. They can be found @thesoapboxpresents on all social platforms.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/the-soapbox-presents-2/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T220000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115416
CREATED:20260428T155055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T164040Z
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SUMMARY:Angélique Kidjo / DJ Freshy K
DESCRIPTION:Beninese singer Angélique Kidjo returns to SummerStage with her multilingual fusion of Afrobeat\, pop\, jazz\, reggae\, and various African traditions and percussive rhythms that earned her international acclaim. After arriving in Paris in the early ‘90s\, Kidjo recorded a run of critically acclaimed albums on Island Records—beginning with the chart-topping 1991 album Logozo—and followed it up with an ambitious trilogy exploring African music’s influence in the Americas\, from gospel to Brazilian and Latin. Over her multi-decade career she’s collaborated with the likes of Philip Glass and the Kronos Quartet to Peter Gabriel\, Alicia Keys\, Dr. John\, and Branford Marsalis. Her latest album\, Hope!! is dedicated to her late mother\, and features contributions from Pharrell Williams\, Nile Rodgers\, Ayra Starr\, Quavo\, and The Gap Band’s Charlie Wilson. DJ Freshy K\, a Nigerian Afrobeats specialist based in NYC who has opened for the likes of Jidenna\, Flavour\, Olamide\, Davido\, and Wizkid\, opens the show with a DJ set. Additional artists to be announced.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/angelique-kidjo/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T220000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115416
CREATED:20260320T140023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T203717Z
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SUMMARY:Myles Smith: My Mess\, My Heart\, My Life Tour with Special Guest Michael Marcagi
DESCRIPTION:SummerStage Member Presale: Wednesday\, March 25 at 12PM \nCapital One Cardholder Presale: Wednesday\, March 25 at 12PM \nGeneral on-sale: Friday\, March 27 at 10AM \nLuton-born Myles Smith has been playing music since he was 12 years old\, performing at open mic nights in local pubs. Since then\, fans around the world have gone wild for his folksy pop sound and emotional lyrics. His breakthrough single “Stargazing” amassed more than a billion streams when it was released in 2024\, leading to his 2025 wins of the BRITs Rising Star Award and BBC Introducing Artist of the Year. In addition to his solo My Mess\, My Heart\, My Life tour\, he’ll be supporting Ed Sheeran on the North American leg of his Loop Tour in 2026. Folk-rock singer and songwriter Michael Marcagi will open the evening.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/myles-smith/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T213000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115416
CREATED:20260428T155007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T163943Z
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SUMMARY:Charlie Parker Jazz Festival: Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with special guests Marquis Hill and Ekep Nkwelle / Sherman Irby\, music director
DESCRIPTION:The Charlie Parker Jazz Festival\, New York City’s annual salute to the eponymous late saxophonist returns for its 34th year for a three-day celebration of free live jazz performances in the neighborhoods near where Parker worked and lived\, including Harlem’s historic Marcus Garvey Park and Tompkins Square Park in the East Village. Every year\, premiere jazz musicians who reflect Parker’s musical vision assemble to honor the highly influential and world-renowned artist. \nThis year’s lineup features the iconic and celebrated Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra\, with additional details and artists to be announced.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/cpjf-jlco/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115416
CREATED:20260428T155024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T163857Z
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SUMMARY:Charlie Parker Jazz Festival: Joshua Redman / Nat Adderley Jr.
DESCRIPTION:The Charlie Parker Jazz Festival\, New York City’s annual salute to the eponymous late saxophonist returns for its 34th year for a three-day celebration of free live jazz performances in the neighborhoods near where Parker worked and lived\, including Harlem’s historic Marcus Garvey Park and Tompkins Square Park in the East Village. Every year\, premiere jazz musicians who reflect Parker’s musical vision assemble to honor the highly influential and world-renowned artist. \nThis year’s lineup features saxophonist and composer Joshua Redman and pianist Nat Adderley Jr.\, with additional details and artists to be announced.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/cpjf-joshua-redman/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115416
CREATED:20260428T155039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T163811Z
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SUMMARY:Charlie Parker Jazz Festival: Ravi Coltrane
DESCRIPTION:The Charlie Parker Jazz Festival\, New York City’s annual salute to the eponymous late saxophonist returns for its 34th year for a three-day celebration of free live jazz performances in the neighborhoods near where Parker worked and lived\, including Harlem’s historic Marcus Garvey Park and Tompkins Square Park in the East Village. Every year\, premiere jazz musicians who reflect Parker’s musical vision assemble to honor the highly influential and world-renowned artist. \nThis year’s lineup features saxophonist Ravi Coltrane\, with additional details and artists to be announced.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/cpjf-ravi-coltrane/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T220000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115416
CREATED:20260428T155030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T203629Z
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SUMMARY:Verve 70th Anniversary:  Christian McBride / Mei Semones & friends play the music of Getz/Gilberto
DESCRIPTION:Performers for this celebration of the label’s 70th anniversary include Christian McBride\, a world-class bassist and bandleader\, a Juilliard graduate and 11-time GRAMMY winner who has recorded with legends of both the jazz (McCoy Tyner\, Herbie Hancock\, Chick Corea\, Wynton Marsalis\, Eddie Palmieri\, and more) and pop (Sting\, Paul McCartney\, Celine Dion) spheres. Also\, Mei Semones\, an American indie rock musician who writes jazz-influenced songs in both English and Japanese\, has invited her own crew of friends to perform music from Getz/Gilberto\, the classic collaborative album by João Gilberto and Stan Getz released on Verve in 1964. More guests are to be announced.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/verve-70th-anniversary-christian-mcbride-mei-semones-friends-play-the-music-of-getz-gilberto/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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SUMMARY:Darling Blue PT2 Tour: Marcus King Band / Penelope Road
DESCRIPTION:SummerStage Member Presale: Thursday\, March 12 at 10AM\nCapital One Cardholder Presale: Wednesday\, March 11 at 10AM\nGeneral on-sale: Friday\, March 13 at 10AM \nGRAMMY-nominated country artist Marcus King is hitting the road with his longtime live band on the Darling Blue PT2 Tour\, a reunion eight years in the making. His upcoming album\, Darling Blue\, features a who’s who of country music such as Billy Strings and Kaitlin Butts.  His twangy\, guitar-heavy songs like “Wildflowers and Wine” and “Homesick” tend to be love letters offering appreciation for his home state of South Carolina and his southern roots. Atlanta-born band Penelope Road will open the evening.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/marcus-king-band/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T220000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115416
CREATED:20260303T150007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T152405Z
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SUMMARY:The Age of the Ram Tour: Charley Crockett with special guests Durand Jones and the Indications
DESCRIPTION:SummerStage Member Presale: Thursday\, March 5 at 12PM \nCapital One Cardholder Presale: Tuesday\, March 3 at 11AM  \nGeneral on-sale: Friday\, March 6 at 10AM \n“Street busker turned critically acclaimed singer-songwriter turned actual country star” (Rolling Stone)\, Charley Crockett’s particular brand of country has earned him millions of streams and several GRAMMY nominations. His deep voice and Americana style on songs like “Lonesome Drifter” and “I’m Just a Clown” evoke a version of the country filled with tumbleweeds and cowboys. He’s played across the U.S. at venues including Red Rocks\, the Hollywood Bowl\, and even SummerStage in 2022\, when he opened for Willie Nelson. Durand Jones and the Indications will open the evening. \nCharley Crockett\, in partnership with PLUS1\, will contribute $1.00 from every ticket sold to Last Prisoner Project.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/charley-crockett/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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