During this eight-hour party, attendees meet the artists, learn about their exhibitions, and get a behind-the-scenes understanding of how they create their work. MoMA PS1 hosts an Open House on Saturday, March 29, at noon. Family-friendly workshops, talks, tours, and a grand ball are on tap to celebrate exhibitions and work by Alanis Obomsawin, Julien…
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Get ready for an evening of music, storytelling, and performance that’ll make you understand why Cuban-Americans miss their island so much. Alex Cuba performs at LeFrak Concert Hall in Flushing on Saturday, March 22, at 8 pm. The multi-award winner is known for his unique fusion of Folk, Funk, and Rock with Tropical influences. He…
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#PickoftheWeek | K-Pop Star Song Seung Hyun to Appear at Spring Forward Event in Flushing on March 15
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Song Seung Hyun performed on stages around the world with the band FTISLAND (Five Treasure Island). Now, the Korean singer, actor, and model is heading to Flushing to be an ambassador. The Shops at Skyview hosts Spring Forward/Give Back on Saturday, March 15. Song recently moved to Queens and he’s excited to greet fans, share…
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Holy Costume Party, Batman, how did so many superheroes find their way to this event? The Elite_Comics11 Expo is at St. John’s University in Jamaica Estates this weekend. Like the name suggests, comics are the main focus at this two-day event, but participants will also be able to peruse cards, video games, books, and home…
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The Apollo 11 astronauts after landing on the moon. General Douglas MacArthur in the Philippines in 1944. The Mets after beating the Red Sox in 1986. And now here’s another triumphant return. Rioult Dance New York performs at Queens Theatre three times this weekend. They’ve been there many times, but this one is extra special….
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#Pick(s)oftheWeek | Queens Hosts Eagles Tribute Band + Shanghai Circus Over Star-Studded Weekend
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In the first show, close your eyes and enjoy The Eagles in concert. In the second show, close your eyes and miss all the fun. Queensborough Performing Arts Center hosts two major events this weekend. Hotel California goes first on Saturday, March 1, at 8 pm. (Ticket prices run from $40 to $55.) Hotel California,…
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#PickoftheWeek | Global Gigs Hit Stage Via Crossroads Concerts Series in Queens. Irish-Indian Fusion on Feb. 27!
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Irish music is kind of like chocolate. It goes with almost everything. The proof lies in the Crossroads Concerts series at the New York Irish Center in Long Island City. This ongoing program mixes traditional folk music from the Emerald Isle with genres from other countries and cultures. Each periodical performance features a line-up of…
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It’s not shocking, but it’s certainly illuminating. Culture Lab LIC’s Lunar New Year Lantern Festival is on Saturday, Feb. 15, at 3 pm. Under a canopy of glowing lamps, this six-hour extravaganza welcomes the Year of the Snake with traditional and contemporary performances, great food, and a pleasant surprise that might become an annual tradition….
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Modern dance often leaves audiences asking the question: But what does it mean? Well, this show creates its own meaning, asking audiences to leave their imaginations at the door and enter a world where gravity is nothing and creativity is everything. Then, the storytelling resembles a dream. Pilobolus presents re: Creation three times at Queens…
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Regardless of any jet lag, prehistoric Australian dinosaurs will visit Modern Day Flushing for a few hours on Sunday, Feb. 2. Erth’s Dinosaur Zoo Live will evolve at Queens College’s Colden Auditorium, starting at 3 pm. Audience members will observe, meet, feed, and interact with life-like dinosaurs, insects, and other giant puppet creatures. They’ll be…