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Artists carry us forward

Connecting past with present and revealing imagined futures, epic international productions and intimate performances offer New Yorkers a multitude of traditional and contemporary works—ALL for free or Choose-What-You-Pay.

What's on today, August 2nd

2:00 pm

Summer for the City

Street Dance Takeover: Beats, Battles and Breaking

Lincoln Center Presents

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Move together for a daylong celebration of contemporary street dance and experience the sounds of joy and resilience that get your heart pumping.

Indoor/Outdoor
Hip-Hop
AFROBEATS
BREAKDANCE
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6:00 pm

Summer for the City

Zahili Zamora

Lincoln Center Presents
In collaboration with Jazz at Lincoln Center

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Experience musical works that trace a journey through Afro-Cuban roots, jazz language, and personal storytelling
INDOOR
ALL AGES
MUSIC
JAZZ
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6:30 pm

Summer for the City

Saïdo Lehlouh: Wild Cat

Lincoln Center Presents

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French choreographer Saïdo Lehlouh and seven dancers turn b-boying virtuosity into feline fluidity, power, and precision.
INDOOR
DANCE
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UPCOMING SHOWS

Wednesday, August 5 at 11:00 am

Summer for the City
Kids, Teens, and Families

Music Storytime With Divinity Roxx

Lincoln Center Presents
In collaboration with The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts

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GRAMMY®-nominated artist and musician Divinity Roxx joins us for a Music Storytime where she brings her music to life for kids of all ages!

INDOOR
FAMILY-FRIENDLY
MUSIC
STORYTIME
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Wednesday, August 5 at 1:00 pm

Summer for the City
Kids, Teens, and Families

Music Storytime With Divinity Roxx

Lincoln Center Presents
In collaboration with The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts

location pin logoKaren and Richard LeFrak Lobby, David Geffen Hall

GRAMMY®-nominated artist and musician Divinity Roxx joins us for a Music Storytime where she brings her music to life for kids of all ages!

INDOOR
FAMILY-FRIENDLY
MUSIC
STORYTIME
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Wednesday, August 5 at 6:00 pm

Summer for the City
Dance Encounters

Vangeline

Naiad Metal

Lincoln Center Presents

location pin logoHearst Plaza

Vangeline’s Butoh solo merges ancient myth with modern architecture in a new dance work created for the Milstein Reflecting Pool.

OUTDOOR
ALL AGES
DANCE
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Wednesday, August 5 at 7:30 pm

Summer for the City

Hurray for the Riff Raff

Lincoln Center Presents

location pin logoThe Dance Floor

Led by Bronx native Alynda Segarra, Hurray for the Riff Raff’s anthemic indie-folk promises an inspired performance in a return to their hometown.

OUTDOOR
ALL AGES
MUSIC
Folk
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Support the arts today
Support the performing arts and enjoy year-round benefits! Members get early access to Choose-What-You-Pay tickets, plus a full year of Fast Track entry, behind-the-scenes experiences, invitations to special events, and more.
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The arts belong to all of us
This season, we're offering even more Choose-What-You-Pay events—from mainstage classical works, to bold multidisciplinary premieres, and performances for all ages!

Find your series

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Summer for the City
From June 10–August 8, celebrate the Summer of Dance with hundreds of FREE and Choose-What-You-Pay events, centered on movement, contemporary artistry, and international voices.
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American Songbook
Curated by Clint Ramos, American Songbook: Echoes of an Inheritance brings musical theater performances, powerhouse concerts, and genre-crossing experiences from March 18–May 23.
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Festival Orchestra of Lincoln Center
The Festival Orchestra of Lincoln Center comes together each summer during Lincoln Center's Summer for the City to celebrate and share iconic works of classical music in dialogue with new and rediscovered music.
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AMOC* Up Close
Get up close to today’s most boundary-pushing artists in a one-of-a-kind showcase on our most intimate stage: featuring innovative new works from leading creators in music, dance, and opera.
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Beats, Rhymes & Sights
A bold celebration of Hip-Hop’s next fifty years, this series brings together iconic concerts, film, dance, and interactive events curated by Xavier “X” Jernigan.
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Big Umbrella Festival
From April 10–26, join us for a series of performances, workshops, relaxed spaces, and interactive experiences welcoming neurodivergent audiences and their families.
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Create-athons
A series of free, hands-on workshops where participants team up with pro artists to dive into music, design, tech, and more—no experience needed, just bring your creativity.
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Festival of Firsts
Feed your curiosity with premiere performances, Lincoln Center debuts, and fresh collaborations, so that you can say, “I saw them first!”
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FUTUROS: New Ideas in Composition
Don't miss New Latin Wave’s annual concert series at the David Rubenstein Atrium, celebrating visionary Latine artists shaping contemporary music.
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Kids, Teens, and Families
A joyful and inclusive series of music, dance, storytelling, and hands-on creativity for young audiences and their families, with sensory-friendly and bilingual events throughout the season.
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Legacies of San Juan Hill Festival
From October 14–29, celebrate the artistic legacy of San Juan Hill with events that shine a light on the artists who created here and the community that inspired them.
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Lincoln Center Immersive
Step into a vivid blend of art and technology with augmented reality installations that transform Lincoln Center’s campus into a living, digital canvas.
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Lincoln Center Moments
A free, welcoming performance series created for individuals with dementia and their caregivers, offering intimate artistic experiences in a supportive setting.
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Lincoln Center Visionary Artist: Wynton Marsalis
Lincoln Center honors one extraordinary artist whose impact and vision embody the transformative power of the arts across disciplines.
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Livestreams
Watch select Lincoln Center performances from anywhere with free livestreams all season long—complete with closed captions and on-demand access.
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Passport to the Arts
A free and inclusive introduction to the performing arts, this series welcomes children, teens, and adults with disabilities and their families to experience concerts, workshops, and events across Lincoln Center.
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Seen, Sound, Scribe
Curated by Poet-in-Residence Mahogany L. Browne, this powerful series uplifts poetry, performance, and dialogue with today’s leading and emerging literary voices.
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Songwriter/Storyteller
A six-night tribute to the timeless art of storytelling through song, featuring genre-defying artists who blend narrative and music with heart and originality.
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The Art of Wellbeing
Refresh your mind, body, and spirit with free guided meditations, movement classes, and live music in this uplifting wellness series created with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital.
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The InBETWEEN Music & Tech
An electrifying fusion of art, tech, and imagination, this series from Nona Hendryx invites audiences to explore AI, XR, and cyborg futures through immersive experiences and visionary dialogue.
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The Tune Up!
Pulitzer Prize winner Suzan-Lori Parks and her nine-piece band SLP & The Joyful Noise ignite a high-voltage night of new songs, short plays, surprise guests, and dance-in-the-aisles joy.
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Under the Radar at Lincoln Center
Part of NYC’s trailblazing Under the Radar, this series brings two bold new productions to Lincoln Center, spotlighting boundary-breaking voices from around the globe.
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Unsound New York
The boundary-defying Unsound Festival returns to Lincoln Center with genre-blurring performances that reimagine sound through bold experimentation and global artistry.
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Variations on America: A Discussion Series
In partnership with the New York Philharmonic, this free discussion series explores the American experience through music, history, and culture—moderated by ethnomusicologist Fredara Hadley.
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¡VAYA!
A vibrant celebration of Latin music and dance, ¡VAYA! brings NYC’s top orchestras and rhythms to the stage—for dancers, listeners, and everyone in between.
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Young Artist Pipeline
A free training program for sixth and seventh graders, Young Artist Pipeline nurtures emerging talent through foundational arts education, creative exploration, and pathways to NYC’s screened arts high schools.

Feel the rhythms of the world

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Chinese Arts Week
From July 22–25, we shine a spotlight on the rich cultural artistry of China with programs highlighting the depth and diversity of Chinese culture. The week's events include Du Yun's The Ocean Etched in the Forest (刻在森林的海), dance by Shen Wei Dance Arts and the Guangdong Modern Dance Company, concerts by Ian Chang and Taiga, and family events for all ages!
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World at Play at Lincoln Center
World at Play at Lincoln Center celebrates the global spirit of soccer and the intersections of arts and sport. Get in on the action with artistic programs, offering a unique point of connection between NYC’s international communities, including: World Club DJ nights, freestyle soccer shows, films, and more.

Make the most of your visit

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Accessibility
Lincoln Center seeks to create a more inclusive experience and meet access needs for our audiences by providing a range of accommodations for all performances.
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Dining & Drinks
Looking for a pre-show or mid-day drink, meal, small bite, or coffee? We have you covered! Lincoln Center offers a variety of dining and grab-n-go options to audiences and visitors.
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Lincoln Center Tours
Explore the iconic arts organizations that call Lincoln Center home; and experience our vibrant campus the way only artists and staff do.