Although the institution has been around in some incarnation since 1971, the sprawling cement complex was only converted from its former state as a WPA building in 1986, and its four stages have been chock-full of experimental, politically conscious theater ever since. Many of the shows—albeit offbeat—are appropriate for children.
Theater for the New City
| Venue name: | Theater for the New City |
|---|---|
| Address: |
155 First Ave New York |
Cross street: | between 9th and 10th Sts |
| Venue phone: | 212-254-1109 |
| Website: | http://theaterforthenewcity.net |
| Transport: | Subway: L to First Ave, 6 to Astor Pl |
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Buried secrets spill out at an alcohol-soaked family dinner in a new play by Brian Watkins (My Daughter Keeps Our Hammer), directed by Danya Taymor.
Drama Until Sat January 31st 2015 FreeREAD MORE155 First Ave New York New York -
Dance
40th Annual Thunderbird American Indian Dancers' Dance Concert and Powwow
This yearly event features dances, stories and music from the Iroquois and native peoples of the northeast, southwest and Great Plains. The Thunderbird American Indian Dancers director will emcee the shows. All proceeds benefit Native American scholarship...
Folk & ethnic Fri January 30th 2015 - Sun February 8th 2015 FreeREAD MORE155 First Ave New York New York -
Things to DoThunderbird American Indian Dancers Dance Concert and Pow Wow
The Thunderbird American Indian Dancers, celebrating their 51st anniversary this year, perform traditional songs and dances and tell stories inspired by Native American cultures across the continent.
Fri January 30th 2015 - Sun February 8th 2015 FreeREAD MORE155 First Ave New York New York -
Thunderbird American Dancers Dance Concert and Pow Wow
Fri January 30th 2015 - Sun February 8th 2015READ MORE155 First Ave New York New York
