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Swiss artist Alberto Giacometti (1901-1966), was a master of perspective. His elongated human figures, spindly miniatures, and ghostly paintings and drawings invite the viewer to lean in close and evaluate the work on its own terms rather than those of the viewer herself. Newly opened at the Solomon R. GuGGenheim muSeum, the show Giacometti presents the first major U.S. look at this Modernist master in over a decade, with more than 175 works on display. Plaster sculptures from Giacometti’s studio help illuminate the artist’s working relationship with his materials. Rarely seen journals, sketches, and photographs complete the exhibition, offering a deeper picture of the artist’s mind at work.

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Miriam Schapiro, Baby Block Bouquet, 1981. Acrylic, fabric, glitter on shaped canvas, 63.5 x 69” © 2017 Estate of Miriam Schapiro / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York. Courtesy the Hallmark Collection.

Alberto Giacometti, Nose ( Le nez ), 1947 (cast 1949), Bronze, wire, rope, and steel, 81 x 71.4 x 39.4 cm, Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York, © 2017 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York/ADAGP/FAAG, Paris

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Miriam Schapiro (1923-2015) was a pioneer of feminist art, incorporating traditional decorative craft into her painting and sculpture. This summer, come to the muSeum of ARtS And deSiGn and see Schapiro’s work along with that of her artistic heirs at Surface/Depth: the Decorative after miriam Schapiro.

Schapiro proved a multidisciplinary master throughout her long career. She produced astounding paintings, embroidery, fabric work, and sculpture. Schapiro was fiercely protective of arts and crafts’ legitimization in the art world. Her “femmages” (a term she coined) radically celebrate art objects traditionally consigned to the home and banished from the art gallery. 2 Columbus Circle (59th St., btw. Broadway & Eighth Ave.), 212-299-7777, madmuseum.org

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The best in blues and roots music and some killer barbecue make hudsoN river park’s BlueS BBQ pretty hard to beat. This year marks the 19th annual pier-side event, with five live performances providing a soundtrack for local pit powerhouses like Dinosaur Bar-B-Que and Mighty Quinn’s. Free, rain or shine, starts 2pm. Pier 97 (59th St. & the Hudson), 212-627-2020, hudsonriverpark.org

Norman Rockwell (1894-1978). Rosie the Riveter, 1943. Oil on canvas, 52” x 40”. Cover illustration for The Saturday Evening Post, May 29, 1943. Collection of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Bentonville, AR, 2007.178. ©SEPS: Curtis Licensing, Indianapolis, IN. All rights reserved. www.curtislicensing.com.

On August 16, 1943, the U.S. aircraft carrier Intrepid was commissioned and sent into World War II for combat in the Pacific. It was later used during the Cold War and the Vietnam War. Since that time, Intrepid has retired from duty and become the iNtrepid sea, air & space MuseuM. In honor of its 75th anniversary, the museum welcomes former crew members, their families, and the public for a celebration of courage. There will be talks, demos, and behind-the-scenes tours. Every afternoon over the weekend, kids will have the opportunity for hands-on discovery with crafts, a planetarium show, and a showcase of jobs aboard the Intrepid. The CommiSSioning anniverSary events kick off at 11am on August 16th with a special Commissioning Ceremony. Pier 86 (W. 46th St. & 12th Ave.), 212-245-0072, intrepidmuseum.org

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ONGOING For a look at American popular culture of the pivotal 1930s and ‘40s, visit the first floor galleries at the New-york historical society and roCkwell, rooSevelt & the Four FreedomS. This new exhibition gives insight into how Rockwell’s paintings united public opinion behind President Roosevelt’s universal rights: freedom of speech, freedom of worship, freedom from want, and freedom from fear.

On view are paintings, drawings, interactive video displays, and step-inside surrounds like a 1940s living room, complete with a radio playing one of Roosevelt’s Fireside Chats. 170 Central Park W. (btw. 76th & 77th Sts.), 212-873-3400, nyhistory.org

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Caissie Levy as Elsa, with the waltzing company of Frozen.

When you step into Broadway’s St. James Theatre for Disney’s latest stage adaptation of an animated feature, don’t think for a moment its appeal is limited to kids. Frozen, despite a guaranteed cavalcade of mini Elsas, Annas, and Olafs posing for snapshots and voguing in the aisles, goes far deeper into the lives of royal sisters Elsa and Anna than the 2013 film did.

“It’s a story that means a lot to both adults and children,” says Caissie Levy, who plays the conflicted “Ice Queen,” Elsa, whose magic leaves her soul “spiraling in frozen fractals all around.”

A musical theater veteran whose Broadway credits include Les Misérables, Ghost, Hair, Wicked, and Hairspray, Levy goes on to explain how the stage version (book by Jennifer Lee; direction by Tony winner Michael Grandage), highlights the princesses’ backstories and relationships. “There are many themes at play here, from love to self-discovery and self-acceptance. It’s an important Broadway show for theatergoers of all ages.”

Adding action and dimension to these themes are thrilling visuals: giant castle doors…treacherous snow-studded mountains…a breathtaking ice palace—all portals to an otherworldly time and place where Elsa, born with the power to conjure snow and ice, goes from carefree child to solitary adolescent to reluctant queen, forced to distance herself from Anna, who desperately longs to be with her enchanted big sister.

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full force on the village and beyond—creating a supernatural winter in the middle of summer—she runs off, leaving her kingdom, subjects, and sister behind. Her objective is a familiar one: to find herself.

“I hear a lot about the appeal of the show when I meet people at the stage door. People tell me how Elsa’s struggles are like their own…about fitting in or about accepting personal issues,” says Levy. “They see Elsa as someone who turns her own difficult situation and need to be perfect into something beautiful, something that finally allows her to be free.”

It’s for these theatergoers that Levy’s gorgeous delivery of Frozen’s Grammy-winning “Let It Go” soars beyond show-stopping stature. “I’m singing an anthem that, for many, reaches their soul,” notes the Canadian-born actress, who clearly understands the impact of such lyric lines as: “Let it go, let it go…

Here I stand and here I’ll stay…I’m never going back/The past is in the past!”

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search of her sister, has her own epiphany.

Murin’s Anna, whose mischievous personality is made up of equal parts spunk, optimism, and naiveté, finds herself on the flip side of magic, dealing with down-to-earth emotional triggers stemming from attraction, loss, friendship, and romance.

Although instantly smitten by Prince Hans of the Southern Isles (John Riddle), she finds herself inexplicably drawn to commoner/mountain dude Kristoff (Jelani Aladdin) who, along with his reindeer companion Sven (Andrew Pirozzi), become her traveling companions on her quest to find Elsa. The trio becomes a foursome when Anna and Elsa’s imaginary friend from childhood—a lovably goofy snowman named Olaf (Greg Hildreth)—materializes. Note: Sven and Olaf, characters already adored by fans of the movie, have been ingeniously brought to stage life through awesome costume and

puppet artistry. (Stuffed versions are for sale in the theater, and no, you don’t have to be a youngster to absolutely need to take them home with you.)

As for the score, composers Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez have added several outstanding new numbers to their beloved movie songbook, while the dances by Tony-winning choreographer Rob Ashford are, quite simply, enchanting. In fact, every aspect of Frozen seems to seamlessly blend together.

“While the story is about love, it’s not a girl-meets-boy kind of love,” says Levy. “Here it’s about the love between two sisters and how that triumphs over all. For me, it’s interesting, too, because it’s the first play that I’ve been in where my character isn’t involved in any romance,” she adds with a laugh. “But Elsa is still an anguished female with a love story, and that’s a role that’s exciting to play.”

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FEDERICO SALON & SPA Experience the best of beauty at Federico Salon & Spa. A master of style and technique, contemporary hairstylist Frederico Calce has amassed a team of international talents that are experts in cutting, coloring, hair extensions, and beyond. Renowned for his artistry, Federico has created captivating looks for A-listers and runway models. Having a beauty emergency? To the rescue is Federico Salon Direct—delivering a hair or beauty

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Carnegie Hill Pharmacy is a haven for travelers. The pharmacy can translate foreign prescriptions and find the right over-thecounter product for people visiting from other countries. Carnegie Hill sells European and domestic beauty products. They carry brands such as MoroccanOil and SkinCeuticals among their rich selection. They also have the popular Elgydium toothbrush and offer lots of items in travel sizes. 1721 Broadway (btw. 54th & 55th Sts.), 212-246-0020

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DAVE’S NEW YORK Family owned and operated for more than 50 years, Dave’s New York is known for its excellent selection of “Americana” clothing—both rugged and casual—for men, women, and children. Shoppers can browse American icons like Carhartt, Columbia, Dickies, Levi’s, The North Face, Schott, Timberland Pro, Woolrich, and more. The store has a friendly, multilingual staff that is eager to help. Shipping is a breeze, with flat-rate pricing for deliveries within the U.S. 581 Sixth Ave. (btw. 16th & 17th Sts.), 212-989-6444, davesnewyork.com

MIDtOWN COMICS Midtown Comics is a wondrous place for all things comic and graphic. From mainstream titles to alternative press, all the latest comics, graphic novels, and a huge selection of back issues await you. On the second floor, past dozens of figures from Batman to the latest Godzilla incarnation, you’ll find t-shirts, glasses, model kits, and so much more. Employees are incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, too. 200 W. 40th St. (Seventh Ave.); 459 Lexington Ave. (45th St.); 64 Fulton St. (Gold St.); 212-302-8192, midtowncomics.com

#115, or AirTrain Station P4 from Newark Liberty International Airport. NJ TRANSIT has a lot more to offer, too, providing the convenient, hassle-free way to reach Newark Liberty International Airport (just $13 each way), MetLife Stadium, Prudential Center, the Jersey Shore, and Six Flags Great Adventure and Safari. 973-275-5555, njtransit.com

LINHARt DENtIStRY Where else but New York can you get an appointment with the Official Dentist of Miss Universe? Linhart Dentistry is one of the premier dental practices in Manhattan, with Dr. Jan Linhart and his son, Dr. Zachary Linhart, leading a team of experts that offer a full spectrum of cosmetic and restorative dental services. Empathy and commitment to quality service are core values of the Linhart family, and the principles by which they guide this cutting-edge group of dental professionals. 230 Park Ave. (46th St.), 212-682-5180, drlinhart.com

NJ tRANSIt For some of the best shopping around, hop NJ TRANSIT to visit The Mills at Jersey Gardens, the largest outlet mall in New Jersey and just a quick ride from Manhattan via the Port Authority Bus Terminal on Bus #111 and

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HERSHEY’S CHOCOLATE WORLD Hershey’s Chocolate World is the place to go in NYC when your sweet tooth starts kicking in. Located in the heart of Times Square, the new store is nearly three times larger than the previous. You’ll find Hershey’s largest permanent s’mores experience where they serve gooey, madeto-order s’mores from an authentic camper. At Hershey’s Kitchens Bakery, indulge in a chocolate-filled brownie or peanut butter blossom cookie. Relax with a refreshing Hershey’s chocolate spritzer . You can also create a custom mix of Hershey’s products at the Amazing Candy Machine and design a personalized Hershey bar wrapper with your picture on it! Open daily, 9am-midnight. 701 Seventh Ave. on 47th St., 212-581-9100, hersheys.com

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581 Sixth Ave. (16th-17th Sts.), 212-989-6444 davesnewyork.com Dave’s New York features branded “Americana” rugged and casual clothing brands such as Levi’s, Carhartt, Dickies, Red Wing, Schott, Alpha, Woolrich, Columbia, Timberland Pro, and Chippewa in a wide selection of sizes and styles at very favorable pricing. Open Mon.-Fri., 9am7pm; Sat., 10am-6pm; Sun., 11am-5pm.

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You don’t have to ride a motorcycle to enjoy this boutique stocked with these legendary American-classic MotorClothes. Mon.-Sat., 9am-8pm. Sun., 10am-7pm.

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Open 7 days a week, H&S Art Gallery features original 3-D artworks by Charles Fazzino, Rizzi, and Suchy; serigraphs by Keeley, Tarkay, McKnight, Pejman, Main, Kubik, Delacroix, and many others. They also offer signed sports memorabilia, posters, and same-day professional custom framing. They ship worldwide. All credit cards. Mon.-Fri., 9:30am-7:30pm; Sat.-Sun., 10am-6pm.

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1050 2nd Ave. (56th St.), 212-355-4400; the-maac.com Largest fine art/antiques mall in the U.S., with three beautiful floors of over 70 galleries representing America’s top dealers in every art & antique category. Impressive collections of European, American, African, and Asian antiques with a wide variety of furniture, silver, porcelain, paintings, tapestries, rugs, plus fine art, vintage jewelry, and Japanese & Chinese works of art and antiquities. Buy or sell—we welcome visitors 7 days a week.

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DataVision is redefining retail with their new, fully interactive store in one of NYC’s busiest shopping corridors. Featuring a full selection of computers, software, peripherals, digital cameras, camcorders, MP3 players, DVDs, personal video players, TVs, handhelds, GPS solutions, desktops, notebooks, tablet PCs, wireless LAN, carrying cases, mobile phones.

Authorized internet/retail dealer for most major brands. Open until 8pm.

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For over 50 years, Century 21 Department Store in lower Manhattan has provided top designers at up to 65% off retail 100% of the time. You’ll find everything from men’s, women’s and children’s apparel to footwear, handbags, housewares & more at this landmark shopping destination. A must-see for tourists and a mainstay for veteran NYers. Come in and score big on all the top designers at NY’s #1 Zagat-rated off-price store—you might even catch a celebrity or two!

“The Wireless Professionals” with a full line of unlocked GSM phones and accessories. Their mission is simple: to provide the best products and service to their customers at the lowest prices possible. Brand names include HTC, BlackBerry, Sony Ericsson, Motorola, Samsung, LG, Pantech, and Nokia.

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• Largest selection of Harley-Davidson Jackets, T-shirts, and Accessories • Excellent Prices, Value & Service • Mon-Sat 9am-8pm, Sun 10am-7pm

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77th St. & Columbus Ave. (UWS) Every Sunday, 10am-5:30pm

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6th Ave. & Broadway, 212-243-5343; annexmarkets.com Open every weekend year-round, the Chelsea and Hell’s Kitchen markets offer up to 185 dealers combined, selling antiques, collectibles, vintage clothing, ephemera, the decorative arts, antique furnishings and décor, and more. Designers, artists, and lovers of antiques shop here. Hell’s Kitchen: Sat. & Sun. 9am–5pm; Chelsea: Sat. & Sun. 6:30am–6pm.

57 W. 58th St., 2nd floor, 212-262-3027; federicosalon.com Beauty experts with a passion for style and technique.

Pampering society women, actors, models, executives, people of all walks of life. Luxurious salon with extensive array of hair services and treatments. Having a beauty emergency? Federico Salon Direct is a 24-hour service that delivers a hair or beauty expert to your hotel room or home at any hour, seven days a week (914-882-2978).

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230 Park Ave, Suite 1164 (46th St.), 212-682-5180 drlinhart.com

Come visit NYC’s largest curated weekly market. Meet local artists, designers, and independent antique/vintage dealers selling one-of-a-kind, rare, and limited edition art/photography, antique watches, vintage collectibles and fashion, and handmade jewelry and furniture. Delicious artisinal edibles ensure you won’t leave hungry. 100% of profits donated to support 4,000 local school children. Be sure to look up our monthly special events. Open every Sunday, all year-round, indoors & outdoors from 10am-5:30pm. Opposite American Museum of Natural History.

Dr. Jan Linhart, D.D.S., P.C. has been practicing the art & science of dentistry for over 30 yrs. Patients come from around the world, many of whom are accompanied by an entourage of family or friends, inspiring Dr. Linhart to create the Continental Suite, a 750-square ft. treatment suite outfitted with State-of-the-Art equipment, a luxurious seating area & other amenities within his spacious office. The office provides a wide range of dental services, including cutting-edge whitening techniques, as well as 24-hour emergency service!

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PANDORA Times Square: 110 W. 42nd St. (btw. Broadway & 6th Ave.), 212-273-3267; PANDORA Herald Square: 1284 Broadway (btw. 33rd & 34th Sts.), 212-643-9760 Nestled in the heart of New York, our PANDORA stores are stocked with a full selection of jewelry, including the Disney collection. Our exclusive 14K Gold and Sterling Silver Big Apple Charm is engraved with NYC. While enjoying everything NYC has to offer, don’t forget to take home your piece of the Big Apple and other NYC exclusive charms and continue to make your bracelet as unique as you are.

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SHOE PARLOR

MEN’S, WOMEN’S & KID’S SHOE STORE OFFERING A LARGE VARIETY OF STYLES! Shoe Parlor provides superior customer service and excellent prices on their men’s and women’s collection of shoes.

Available in an array of colors, Birkenstock’s iconic Arizona two-strap sandal has signature footbed and a refined, minimalist style. Handcrafted in Germany for over 200 years, Arizona comes with fully adjustable buckles for perfect fit and comfort. Full selection available at Shoe Parlor.

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Westfield World Trade Center: Oculus, Main Level/C2, 212-381-9455; londonjewelers.com From humble 1926 beginnings in a Glen Cove storefront, London Jewelers has evolved across four generations into an ever-growing family of fine jewelry and timepiece boutiques across Long Island—and now, downtown Manhattan. Experience London Jewelers’ signature collections within an all-new 2,400-sq.-ft. destination in the Oculus, or any of their Long Island locations: Americana Manhasset 516-627-7475, Wheatley Plaza 516-621-8844, Glen Cove 516-671-3154, East Hampton 631-329-3939, or Southampton 631-287-4499.

701 7th Ave. on 47th St., 212-581-9100, hersheys.com Located in the heart of Times Square, our new store is nearly three times larger and features new chocolate experiences for everyone to enjoy. Mix and match your favorite HERSHEY’S products at the Amazing Candy Machine, or get creative and design your own personalized HERSHEY’S chocolate bar wrapper. Enjoy HERSHEY’S largest permanent s’mores experience where we serve gooey, made-to-order s’mores from our authentic camper. Then, enjoy warm baked treats and unique beverages at HERSHEY’S Kitchens Bakery. Open daily, 9am–midnight.

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1100 Ave. of the Americas (42nd St. & 6th Ave.), 212-512-SHOP; hboshop.com A consumer retail space like no other, the HBO Shop offers an array of quality branded merchandise inspired by HBO’s award-winning programs such as Silicon Valley, Vinyl, True Blood, True Detective, Game of Thrones, Boardwalk Empire, and timeless favorites like The Sopranos and Sex and the City.

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Schumer’s Wines & Liquors has been in business for over 30 years at this location, specializing in the great vineyards of California, France, Australia, Argentina, and Italy. There’s also a great selection of vintage ports, single malts, cognac, armagnac & American whiskeys. They have one of the largest half-bottle selections of wine around. Large supply of cold wine & champagne always ready. Open Mon.-Fri., 9am-9pm; Sat., 10am-9pm. Deliveries til 9pm.

22 W. 34th St. (5th-6th Aves.), 212-863-4070 buildabear.com At Build-A-Bear Workshop®, it’s the most fun you’ll ever make! Choose from all kinds of furry friends, add lots of stuffing, and make a wish on a heart. Personalize your furry friend by adding scents, sounds, outfits, and accessories. You can even celeBEARate any special occasion by having a party with us! Let your imagination soar and create your story at Build-A-Bear Workshop!

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GUGGENHEIM MUSEUM

museum in the heart of Columbus Circle.

MAD offers five exhibition floors, open artist studios, an award-winning store, and an iconic restaurant, Robert, with spectacular views of Central Park. Currently on view are Tanya Aguiñiga: Craft & Care, which shows off the work of a Los Angeles–based artist and designer at the intersection of fiber art, design, social practice, and activism; and Surface/Depth: The Decorative After Miriam Schapiro, revealing a pioneer of feminist art (closes 9/9). 2 Columbus Circle (59th St., btw. Broadway & Eighth Ave.), 212-299-7777, madmuseum.org

NEW-YORK HISTORICAL SOCIETY

The New-York Historical Society presents four centuries of history and art, plus a Children’s History Museum. Walk This Way: Footwear from the Stuart Weitzman Collection of Historic Shoes and New York Through the Lens of George Kalinsky are among the current exhibitions. Be sure to see the new Gallery of Tiffany Lamps, with its freestanding, illuminated glass staircase designed by Czech architect Eva Jiricná—a stunning juxtaposition of glassworks old and new. 170 Central Park W. (btw. 76th & 77th Sts.), 212-873-3400, nyhistory.org

Be entranced by the architecture of one of the world’s great buildings: the Guggenheim Museum.

Housed in an iconic Frank Lloyd Wright spiraling building, the Guggenheim Museum contains one of the world’s finest collections of modern and contemporary art, including works by Picasso, Matisse, and Modigliani. Currently on view are One Hand Clapping, a gathering of artists exploring the ways globalization affects our understanding of the future, and Giacometti, with 175 sculptures, paintings, and drawings by the Swiss artist Alberto Giacometti (1901–1966). This is the first major museum presentation of the artist’s work in the U.S. in 15 years (closes 9/12).

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A website for the intellectually curious, ThoughtGallery.org covers the top talks, screenings, and tours at places like the Met, the MoMA, and the Brooklyn Museum. Get free updates at thoughtgallery.org/join.

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218 W. 57th St. (7th ave.-Broadway), 866-811-4111 downtonexhibition.com Based on the beloved television show Downton Abbey, be transported to post-Edwardian England, where the characters and the iconic house come to life. You’ll be immersed in the fascinating social history, culture, and some of the most memorable moments and sets from the show’s six-season run, including Mrs. Patmore’s kitchen and the servants’ quarters. General Adult tickets start at $30. Last Chance! Only through Sept. 3.

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200 eastern Pkwy. (Washington ave.), 718-638-5000; brooklynmuseum.org Only 20 minutes from Manhattan stands a hidden gem that will leave you delightfully surprised. The Brooklyn Museum is your bridge to a unique cultural experience: world-class collection ranges from ancient Egypt to European paintings to contemporary art. Cutting-edge exhibitions, awardwinning programs. Get a combo ticket to include Cecilia Vicuña: Disappeared Quipu, then relax in the beautiful Brooklyn Botanic Garden a few steps away. Wed., Fri.-Sun. 11am-6pm; Thurs. 11am-10pm; closed Mon. & Tues.

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2 e. 91st St. (5th-Madison aves.), 212-849-8400; cooperhewitt.org Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum is America’s only museum dedicated to historical and contemporary design, with a collection of over 210,000 design objects spanning 30 centuries. Located in the landmarked Andrew Carnegie mansion on Museum Mile and boasting a beautiful public garden, Cooper Hewitt makes design come alive through interactive experiences, unique temporary exhibitions, and installations of the permanent collection.

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34 34th St. (Second ave.), Building 6, industry City, Brooklyn; eschernyc.com Even over a century after his birth, Dutch artist M.C. Escher (1898-1972) continues to astound. Catch more than 200 of Escher’s mind-bending works at Escher: The Exhibition & Experience. Exploring the intersection of art, mathematics, science, and poetry, the exhibition will feature interactive immersive experiences that bring the artist’s optical illusions to life.

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34 W. 51st St., 212-698-4520; fdnysmart.org/firezone, fdnyshop.com A multimedia fire safety learning center where people of all ages learn fun, lifesaving lessons from NY’s Bravest.

Explore a life-like fire engine and try on FDNY “Bunker Coats.” All programs in English. $6 admission. Browse their store for unique FDNY gifts (no admission fee required), and present City Guide’s ad to receive $5 off any $25+ purchase.

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Explore The Iconic Brooklyn Museum and Its Collection of Ancient & Modern Masterpieces.

Botanic Garden Combo is available, Daily Tours & Family Fun, Free Days, Restaurant Reservations, and Subway & Parking On-Site.

Open Late Thursdays.

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ShOWS: American Art, Ancient Egyptian Art, European Art, Elizabeth Sackler Center for Feminist Art, Contemporary, Asian and Islamic permanent art collection available.

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945 Madison Ave. (76th St.) 212-535-7710; metmuseum.org The Metropolitan Museum of Art was already one of the most expansive museums in the world before it added this separate location devoted to modern art. Bauhaus architect Marcel Breuer completed the building in 1966; Obsession: Nudes by Klimt, Schiele, and Picasso from the Scofield Thayer Collection is on display through October 7th. Closed Mon.

89 E. 42nd St. (Park Ave.), 212-464-8255; grandcentralterminal.com/tours Famed terminal’s official tour! One-hour self-guided audio tours take visitors across historic points, including the famous Whispering Gallery and astronomic ceiling, the Biltmore Room, and the iconic information clock. Learn the fascinating backstory of the original 1913 construction, and Jacqueline Kennedy’s efforts to save the landmark from demolition in 1968. Shopping and food court available, too.

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1000 Fifth Ave. (82nd St.), 212-535-7710; metmuseum.org The Met’s permanent exhibitions include collections of Greek, Roman, Egyptian, European, and Eastern art.

Closed Mon. As of March 1, 2018, New York State residents are pay-as-you-wish; otherwise, mandatory admission fees are $25 adults and $17 seniors; under 12 free.

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216 W. 44th St. (7th-8th Aves.), 646-585-4291 gulliversgate.com See the world without leaving Times Square. Extraordinary new attraction brings together the efforts of craftspeople from 8 countries and 4 continents for a miniature look at our planet. See the greatest landmarks of Latin America, Asia, the Middle East, Russia, and Europe, complete with moving cars, trains, and plenty of surprises. Also an interactive experience: visitors can have themselves immortalized in 1:87 scale.

The Morgan Library & Museum began as the private library of financier Pierpont Morgan, one of the preeminent collectors and cultural benefactors in the United States. Today it is a museum, independent research library, musical venue, architectural landmark, and historic site. A century after its founding, the Morgan maintains a unique position in the cultural life of New York City and is considered one of its greatest treasures. Closed Mon. $20.

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2 Columbus Circle (59th St., btw. Broadway & 8th Ave.) 212-299-7777; madmuseum.org

Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpiece of modern architecture is home to one of the world’s finest collections of modern and contemporary art, including works by artists like Kandinsky, Picasso, and Pollock. Currently on view are One Hand Clapping, a gathering of artists exploring globalization, and Giacometti, with 175 sculptures, paintings, and drawings by the Swiss artist Alberto Giacometti (1901–1966). Closed Thurs. $25; students/seniors: $18; under 12/members: free.

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Explore contemporary art and design through a craft lens, in this intimately sized museum in the heart of Columbus Circle! MAD offers 5 exhibition floors, open artist studios, an award-winning store, and an iconic restaurant, Robert, with spectacular views of Central Park. Current shows inlcude Tanya Aguiñiga: Craft & Care, which shows off the work of a Los Angeles–based artist and designer. Tues.Sun., 10am-6pm; Thurs., 10am-9pm (Pay-As-You-Wish admission 6-9pm); closed Mon. $16.

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36 Battery Pl., 646-437-4202; mjhnyc.org Created as a living memorial to those who perished during the Holocaust, Museum of Jewish Heritage—A Living Memorial to the Holocaust honors those who died by celebrating their lives, cherishing the traditions that they embraced, examining their achievements and faith, and affirming the vibrant worldwide Jewish community that is their legacy today. Sun.-Tues., 10am-6pm, Wed.-Thurs., 10am–8pm, Fri., 10am–5pm. Adults: $12; seniors (65 & up): $10; /students: $7; under 12, free.

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Bronx River Parkway (Exit 7W at Fordham Rd.), Bronx, or by Metro-North Railroad to Botanical Garden Station, 718-817-8700; nybg.org One of America’s foremost public gardens, with 50 gardens and plant collections on 250 acres. Tues.-Sun., 10am-6pm; closed Mon. except federal holidays. AllGarden Pass pricing starts at adults $23; seniors/students (w/valid ID) $18-$22; children (2-12) $8; children (under 2) and members free (prices higher on weekends and holiday Mondays).

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The Museum of the City of New York is the place to learn about the city’s past, celebrate its present, and contemplate its future. Explore NYC through one-of-a-kind exhibitions and programs designed to reflect the city’s character. Don’t miss New York at Its Core, the first-ever Museum exhibition to interpret and present the city’s compelling 400-year story.

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One of the world’s finest collections of modern and contemporary art. Highlights include Vincent van Gogh’s The Starry Night and Barnett Newman’s Vir Heroicus Sublimis. Among temporary exhibitions, don’t miss the obsessive fantasy architecture of Bodys Isek Kingelez: City Dreams. Open daily, 10:30am–5:30pm; Fri. until 8pm (free entry 4–8pm for UNIQLO Free Friday Nights). $25; seniors: $18; students: $14; children 16 & under: free.

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226 W. 44th St. (7th-8th Aves.), 646-308-1337 natgeoencounter.com

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Go on an immersive adventure beneath the seas, from the South Pacific to California. Encounter’s groundbreaking technology doesn’t take animals from their homes, transporting you instead with stunning photorealistic animation of rare moments in nature. Walk through to find a luminous coral reef, a battle between ferocious Humboldt squid, a magnificent 3-D feeding frenzy, and much more. The adventure continues in Exploration Hall with breathtaking stories from National Geographic ocean photographers and explorers. Dive into an ocean of fun in the heart of Times Square without getting wet!

The most cutting-edge of the major art museums in New York, recently moved downtown. Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Renzo Piano, the building itself is worthy of a trip, conceived as a laboratory for artists.

Provoking exhibitions and an enviable collection of 20thcentury American masterworks provide the baseline, with artist talks, gallery tours, and screenings on the docket.

Closed Tues. $25, $18 for students and seniors, free for kids under 18.

99 Gansevoort St., 212-570-3600; whitney.org

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Get ready to go on a hero’s journey from fan to champion at the brand-new NFL Experience Times Square. This first-of-itskind attraction brings fans closer than ever to the National Football League and their favorite teams. The experience combines immersive content, interactive displays, a state-of-the-art 4D (yes, 4D!) cinema, and some amazing new multimedia effects.

Fans move from locker room and training camp on to the playoffs and the game’s ultimate stage: the Super Bowl. Visitors can hang out after to stock up on exclusive NFLX swag and check out NFLX Eats for all their food cravings, with “stadium-chic” concession carts inspired by all 32 teams.

20 Times Sq. (Seventh Ave. & 47th St.), 646-863-0088, nflexperience.com

With over 500 exhibitions, many of them world-famous relics, there’s something to hold anyone’s attention at Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Times Square. (Robert Ripley himself tracked down many of the items in the collection—he was a long-time presence in New York.) New to the attraction is Ripley’s Relic, which leads explorers underground as they solve a series of puzzles together. Unlike other escape rooms, this adventure moves from one mysterious environment to the next, laid out by professional set designers who bring a Hollywood flair. 234 W. 42nd St.(btw. Seventh & Eighth Aves.), 212-398-3133,ripleysnewyork.com

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HELICOPTER FLIgHT SERVICES If you’d like to take in the city from an even higher vantage point, check out Helicopter Flight Services. Popular options include The New Yorker Tour (a 15-minute ride that shows off the magic of Manhattan, getting up close and personal with the Statue of Liberty) and the VIP: Air & Sea Tour, which adds a boat tour and a champagne toast to Lady Liberty to the aerial adventures.

Experience the beauty of Central Park, the Hudson River, and New York Harbor as few ever see them! Call 212-355-0801 for reservations or visit heliny.com

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top oF the rock Yankee Stadium tourS The Pennant Race is heating up and the New York Yankees are right in the thick of it. No trip to NYC is complete without a visit to the baseball legends’ Bronx home.

Yankee Stadium Tours offers exclusive access to iconic spots like Monument Park, The Great Hall, and even down to the dugout. The daily tours also bring you close to baseball artifacts like Babe Ruth’s bat, Lou Gehrig’s jersey, and rings and trophies representing the Yankees’ 27 world championships. 1 E. 161st St. (River Ave.), 646-977-8687, newyork.yankees.mlb.com

eScher: the exhibition & experience Even over a century after his birth, Dutch artist M.C. Escher (1898-1972) continues to astound. Catch more than 200 of Escher’s mind-bending works at Escher: The Exhibition & Experience. Exploring the intersection of art, mathematics, science, and poetry, the exhibition also features interactive immersive experiences that bring the artist’s optical illusions to life. 34 34th St. (Second Ave.), Building 6, Industry City, Brooklyn, eschernyc.com

Statue cruiSeS The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island are two of the most famous destinations in NYC. If you want to see them first-hand, Statue Cruises is the only way to get there. Boats depart from Battery Park City in Lower Manhattan and Liberty State Park in New Jersey, providing memorable tours through New York Harbor. In addition to the historic stops, you’ll experience amazing perspectives on water, shipping, and skylines. 201-604-2800, statuecruises.com

Grand central terminal audio tour This 1913 Beaux Arts landmark is as inspiring as public buildings get. Learn all about the main concourse’s half an acre of gleaming Tennessee marble, the historic constellations in the ceiling, and Jacqueline Kennedy’s efforts to stave off the wrecking ball on the self-guided official Grand Central Terminal Audio Tour.

89 E. 42nd St. (Park Ave.), 212-464-8255, grandcentralterminal.com/tours

Spectacular views from dawn to dusk at Top of the Rock.

New York is a vertical city and there’s no place better to take it all in than the incredible top of the rock, a stunning perch atop Rockefeller Center.

You’ll find state-of-the-art features such as reserved-time tickets (meaning you won’t need to spend hours standing in line), multimedia exhibits, an indoor viewing area (nice and cozy for colder days), and transparent safety-glass panels that allow wholly unobstructed views of the city’s most iconic landmarks, including the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building, the rivers, and all of Central Park (its size can only truly be appreciated when seen from above).

This crown jewel of NYC sightseeing also boasts two crystal installations by Swarovski and the jaw-dropping Sky Shuttle elevators.

Outfitted with transparent glass ceilings, the Sky Shuttles let riders view their own rapid acceleration through the building’s shaftway as they zip their way towards the light and open air above.

The Grand Viewing Deck on the 69th floor offers unparalleled views of the city, with visibility reaching some 30 miles on a clear day. The 70th Floor is the proverbial cherry on top, allowing visitors to experience a 360-degree panorama of Manhattan in all of its glory. This is an open-air perch with completely unobstructed views—no glass or anything. It provides a vantage point unlike any other in the city...or the world. Open daily 8am-midnight. Admission $34 adults, $32 seniors above age 62, $28 children 6-12.; kids 5 and under free. 30 Rockefeller Plaza (btw. Fifth & Sixth Aves.), 877-NYC-ROCK, topoftherocknyc.com

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Take in the grandeur of New York and see spectacular views of Manhattan as knowledgeable guides point out the famous landmarks. Many cruises to choose from year-round: the classic 2.5-hour Best of NYC Cruise, which goes all the way around Manhattan; the 1.5-hour Landmark Cruise; the 1-hour Liberty Cruise; or the 2-hour evening Harbor Lights Cruise. 2017 Concierge Choice Awards winner for Best Tour.

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World trade Center (enter at Liberty & Greenwich Sts., or West & Liberty Sts., or Vesey St.); 911memorial.org The 9/11 Memorial consists of two enormous pools surrounded by a plaza of trees and a museum which displays artifacts linked to the events of 9/11, while presenting stories of loss, compassion, reckoning, and recovery.

2017 Concierge Choice Awards winner for best Cultural Institution. Open daily, 9am-8pm (fall/winter).

CitySightseeing Visitor Center, Pier 78, 455 12th Ave. @ 38th St., 212-445-7599; citysightseeingcruises.com CitySightseeing Cruises is a fun and comfortable way to see New York City. Join us on tours around the island of Manhattan that showcase the architecture, history, and culture of the Big Apple. Whether you’re on a tight schedule, have time to spare, or are looking for a relaxing evening out, we’ve got the perfect cruise for you.

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777 eighth Ave. (47-48 Sts); Port Authority, 42nd St. & 8th Ave.; times Square, Bdwy. (46-47 Sts.), 800-669-0051; newyorksightseeing.com

Bateaux New York is Manhattan’s premier all-glass, European-inspired dining cruise vessel. Every elegant Brunch, Lunch and Dinner cruise features creative dining, fine wines, impeccable service, and breathtaking skyline & Statue of Liberty views. Join them for Lunch (Mon.-Sat.) and Sunday Brunch with a live pianist and Dinner with a live three-piece band. Welcome aboard!

Daily tours by open-top deluxe double-decker buses & luxury coaches. The Classic New York Double Decker Bus Tour includes a round-trip ferry ticket to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island and a ticket to the Empire State Building or Top of the Rock, & the All Loops Tour, a 2-day ticket hop-on & off with 50+ stops from Times Square to Harlem to Brooklyn, & Night Tours. Starting at $44.

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34 34th St. (Second Ave.), Building 6, Industry City, Brooklyn; eschernyc.com Even over a century after his birth, Dutch artist M.C. Escher (1898-1972) continues to astound. Catch more than 200 of Escher’s mind-bending works at Escher: The Exhibition & Experience. Exploring the intersection of art, mathematics, science, and poetry, the exhibition will feature interactive immersive experiences that bring the artist’s optical illusions to life.

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350 Fifth Ave. (34th St.), 212-736-3100; esbnyc.com One of the magnificent seven wonders of the modern world offers a romantic nightcap and an opportunity to watch the stars come out over the greatest city in the world. Whether you’re “Sleepless in Seattle” or having “An Affair to Remember,” this is one of the most romantic spots in all of NYC. 2017 Concierge Choice Awards Winner. $37-$39 adult; $35$37 seniors (62+); $31-$33 youth (7-12); children 6 and under are free. Open 7 days, 8am-2am (last elevator at 1:15am).

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Daily tours by open-top deluxe double-decker buses & luxury coaches. The Classic New York Double Decker Bus Tour includes a round-trip ferry ticket to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island and a ticket to the Empire State Building or Top of the Rock, & the All Loops Tour, a 2-day ticket hop-on & off with 50+ stops from Times Square to Harlem to Brooklyn, & Night Tours.

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Downtown Heliport (Pier 6 & the East River), 212-355-0801; heliny.com

Opened in 1913, this historic train terminal is a majestic Beaux-Arts architectural masterpiece with 44 train platforms, a central subway station in Midtown Manhattan, 68 shops, 35 dining options, and about 75 events annually. 750,000 visitors daily. Audio and guided tours are available for those with a passion for history.

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89 E. 42nd St. (Park Ave.), 212-464-8255; grandcentralterminal.com/tours Famed terminal’s official tour! One-hour self-guided audio tours take visitors across historic points, including the famous Whispering Gallery and astronomic ceiling, the Biltmore Room, and the iconic information clock. Learn the fascinating backstory of the original 1913 construction, and Jacqueline Kennedy’s efforts to save the landmark from demolition in 1968. Shopping and food court available, too.

See NYC from above its bustling streets. They offer 2 long helicopter tours that include the Statue of Liberty, NY Harbor, the Chrysler Building, Central Park, Columbia University, the George Washington Bridge, Yankee Stadium & more. They also offer customized tours & hourly rates.

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Pier 86, W. 46th St. & 12th Ave., 212-245-0072 intrepidmuseum.org Founded in 1982, this NYC institution takes you on an interactive journey through history to learn about American innovation and bravery. The Intrepid includes the Space Shuttle Pavilion, home to Enterprise, the world’s first space shuttle.

Also on display are 27 authentically restored aircraft, including the Lockheed A-12 Blackbird, the world’s fastest military jet and spy plane, and the British Airways Concorde, the fastest commercial aircraft to ever cross the Atlantic Ocean.

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234 W. 42nd St. (7th-8th Aves.); nycwax.com 216 W. 44th St. (7th-8th Aves.), 646-585-4291 gulliversgate.com See the world without leaving Times Square. Extraordinary new attraction brings together the efforts of craftspeople from 8 countries and 4 continents for a miniature look at our planet. See the greatest landmarks of Latin America, Asia, the Middle East, Russia, and Europe, complete with moving cars, trains, and plenty of surprises. Also an interactive experience: visitors can have themselves immortalized in 1:87 scale.

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Madame Tussauds in Times Square is the only place where you can become a GHOSTBUSTER, SUPERHERO, and CELEBRITY all in the same day! There are no ropes or boundaries holding YOU back! Pose “in a moment in time” with all your favorite iconic musicians, A-list stars, sports legends, film & TV icons, and world leaders. Interactive entertainment includes SAVING Manhattan in Madame Tussauds’s Ghostbusters Dimension VR Experience, becoming a SUPERHERO in Madame Tussauds’s MARVEL 4D Film & Experience, and going face to face with an animatronic KING KONG in Madame Tussauds’s Kong Skull Island Experience.

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Introducing NFL EXPERIENCE TIMES SQUARE! The only attraction that takes you on a hero’s journey from fan to player to champion! Opened in November 2017, this brand new, immersive experience in the heart of Times Square gets you closer to the NFL than ever before with an incredible 4D theater, over 20 interactive activities, and the Vince Lombardi Trophy on display 365 days a year!

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These superlatives belong to One World Trade Center, and its pinnacle, the One World Observatory, rising over 100 stories in the sky. Catch 360° sights of the city and beyond, from the rivers to the harbor, and from the Statue of Liberty to the Empire State Building. Complimentary admission to 9/11 family members and the rescue and recovery workers who responded; visit tributewtc.org/observatory for more information.

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Located in Times Square in the heart of NYC, Ripley’s Odditorium brings people of all ages face-to-face with the world’s most unbelievable curiosities. With 18,000 square feet of astonishing artifacts and exciting interactive exhibits, including the world’s largest collection of shrunken heads, NY’s only laser maze, and the new Willard Wigan micro-miniature sculpture collection that is so small it takes 400 times magnification to be seen properly, guests will find incredible oddities around every corner. Open 9am-1am daily.

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1260 6th Ave. (50th-51st Sts.), 212-247-4777 radiocity.com Get an exclusive look at the legendary Radio City Music Hall!

Follow the lead of Radio City’s expert tour guides and explore the opulence and grandeur of this 1930s art deco show-palace.

Get an in-depth account of our rich history, learn the secrets of the Great Stage, and meet live and in-person one of the worldfamous Radio City Rockettes! Tours run daily, 9:30am-5pm.

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THE RIDE is a 75-minute journey through Times Square and midtown Manhattan where New York City’s iconic landmarks unfold before your very eyes. Discover the excitement and wonder of New York’s most noted locations as audience members face sideways looking out of floor-to-ceiling glass windows, delivering unparalleled panoramic and vertical views of Manhattan. With stadium seating, 40 monitors, 3,000 LED lights, & surround sound, THE RIDE is the world’s only moving theater.

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Offering Harbor Tours and ferries to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Multiple daily Statue of Liberty Harbor Tours depart from Battery Park every 30 minutes, seven days a week, from 8:30am-4pm. Ferries depart daily from Battery Park at the foot of Manhattan.

The 67th-70th floor observation deck of 30 Rockefeller Plaza in world-famous Rockefeller Center offers sweeping, unobstructed open-air views of New York City.

Featuring reserved-time tickets, multi-media exhibits, and more. 2010 Concierge Choice Award Winner.

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928 8th Ave. (54th-55th Sts.), 212-549-1941 spyscape.com SPYSCAPE is the world’s preeminent spy museum and experience, opened February, 2018 in midtown.

This unique destination pulls visitors into the secretive universe of intelligence agents, codebreakers, investigative journalists, and hacktivists. Combining worldclass artifacts, storytelling, and personalized experiences, SPYSCAPE allows visitors to explore their own spy skills and attributes, and learn what kind of spy they’d be.

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4 E. 34th St. (5th-Madison Aves.), 347-915-5802 vrworldnyc.com The largest VR entertainment center in the Western Hemisphere is New York’s latest attraction. Get inspired by virtual reality in a diverse space with three floors that bring culture, gaming, and entertainment together. With over 50 experiences to choose from, VR World offers an unforgettable experience that’s yours to create! Fight off droids, climb Mt. Kilimanjaro, race Formula One cars against your friends, and create a 3D masterpiece. The adventures are limitless.

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877-LADY TIX (877-523-9849); nps.gov/stli A gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States and a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. After Hurricane Sandy, Liberty Island reopened to the public on July 4, 2013. Options include crown, monument, and grounds-only tickets. Ferry tickets available through Statue Cruises at statuecruises.com.

StateN iSlaNd FerrY Fd 1 Whitehall St. (Battery Park), 718-727-2508; siferry.com Connects Whitehall Terminal near Battery Park in lower Manhattan to the St. George Ferry Terminal on Staten Island. The classic orange double- and triple-decker ferries run 24 hours year-round, and free for pedestrians.

1 E. 161st St., 646-977-8687; yankees.com/tours No trip to NYC is complete without visiting the home of the 27-time World Champion New York Yankees! Whether you’re a die-hard baseball fan or want exclusive access to different parts of the Stadium, this tour has something for everyone. Come up close to historic baseball artifacts like Babe Ruth’s bat or Lou Gehrig’s jersey. Embrace the Yankees’ winning tradition by seeing the team’s World Series rings and trophies. Visit the famous Monument Park that honors the greatest figures in Yankees history. Each tour is led by a knowledgeable and experienced guide.

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On Broadway

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By GRIFFIN MILLER

Jeremy Daniel

Stage Shenanigans

Alex Mandell and Amelia McClain ready a smooch in the Olivier and Tony Award winning The Play That Goes Wrong.

Confession: I am addicted to slapstick.

Whether it’s Sheldon Cooper, twitching madly under a burglar-proofed net on The Big Bang Theory, or pretty much anything from the Monty Python vault, I will crack up.

More so if the farce is live onstage and my guffaw filter is down.

So when I learned The Play That Goes Wrong, Broadway’s longest running nonmusical—once slated to close in September-—had been tossed a lifeline through January 6th, I slipped on a banana peel and walked into a wall in celebration. The brilliantly loopy cast (and hyperactive Tony Award-winning set) rates a 10+.

Musical-wise, Broadway’s deliciously zany SpongeBob SquarePants—a laugh riot even if you’re not a kid—received its eviction papers from Broadway’s Palace (theatre renovations…hmmm), to take effect September 16th. See it while you can. (If you’re unfamiliar with the original Nickelodeon series, try to check out a few episodes beforehand, if only to see how brilliantly the show adapts its anthropomorphized cartoon characters to actual humans.)

New to Broadway with a wildly idiosyncratic take on the jukebox musical genre is Head Over Heels—a must-see if you’re a fan of the ‘80s groundbreaking all-femme pop group the Go-Go’s (“We Got the Beat,” “Vacation,” Belinda Carlisle’s “Heaven Is a Place on Earth”) and you are ready, willing, and game to tackle verbal hijinks on a madcap Elizabethan scale. If this suggests a full-blown musical of the absurd, it is, in the best possible way. It’s also a hanky-panky

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feast of farce, cross-dressing, LGBT awakenings, and happily-ever-afters. I’m pleased to report that Tony-winning director Michael Mayer hasn’t skimped on the camp, and while the entire cast shines, it’s transgender diva Peppermint who embodies all things glitz and grandeur in her Broadway debut as Pythio, The Oracle of Delphi.

Another Broadway newbie raking in platinum laughs is Gettin’ the Band Back Together. With social media followers amping up the praise one decibel at a time for the show’s successful melding of original score by Mark Allen and spectacularly funny book by the team of Ken Davenport, the writer/performer group the Grundleshotz, and Sarah Saltzberg (a Grundleshotzian herself, who provided additional material), GTBBT promises to be one of the new season’s hottest tickets. Having a killer cast doesn’t hurt either. Mitchell Jarvis, who left an indelibly manic mark on anyone who saw his Lonny in Rock of Ages, heads a company of Broadway pros, including multi-Golden Globe nominee Marilu Henner, who’s best known for playing Elaine Nardo on the longrunning sitcom Taxi.

FYI: It was recently announced that one of Henner’s Taxi costars, Emmy winner Christopher Lloyd, will be appearing as Ezra Pound in playwright Sean O’Leary’s drama Pound, scheduled to run Off-Broadway this coming October. If you’re into celebrity spotting, my guess is Marilu and Christopher won’t miss the chance to see each other perform—schedules permitting, of course!

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There is an irresistible convergence unfolding at the American Airlines Theatre as celebrated playwright/Pulitzer nominee Theresa Rebeck and Tony/Olivier Award-winning actress Janet McTeer move into the Roundabout spotlight with Rebeck’s latest world premiere, Bernhardt/Hamlet. One can only fantasize…up until it begins previews on August 31st, that is.

An eccentric by reputation and selfpromotion, superstar of the French stage Sarah Bernhardt first played Hamlet in 1899 when she was 55. A year later, she became the first woman to play Shakespeare’s Prince of Denmark on film (Le duel d’Hamlet, 1900).

Lots going on there. More, one imagines, in the hands of Rebeck and McTeer, whose costars include Tony-nominee Dylan Baker (La Bête; The Front Page; November) and Jason Butler Harner, who plays Agent Roy Petty on the Netflix series Ozark—which, incidentally, recruited McTeer for Season 2 (which also kicks off on August 31st) as drug cartel attorney Helen Pierce.

For now, though, the busy actress is all about The Divine Sarah. As Mark Twain put it, “There are five kinds of actresses: bad actresses, fair actresses, good actresses, great actresses. And then there is Sarah Bernhardt.” And now there is Janet McTeer.

Comedian/storyteller Mike Birbiglia is no sell out—he doesn’t even push the envelope when asked about his show du jour, resting on: “If you liked my other shows and movies, I think you’ll love The New One.” And will you ever! Birbiglia’s self-observational humor reads as charmingly matter-of-fact as he touches on everything from his physical anomalies to his wife and cushy couch. And while he’s no sell out, he is sold out. While there’s no waiting list, there is a student rush, so if you show up at the Cherry Lane Theatre (38 Commerce St.) about an hour to 30 minutes before curtain time (and with a valid student ID card) you may get lucky (thru 8/26). thenewone.com

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I’m not a fan of Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure—or country and western music, for that matter—so I was totally sideswiped when I fell for Desperate Measures, “a musical comedy gone wild,” with a yee-haw twang and a saddlebag full of awards.

Based ever so loosely on The Bard, The cast of Desperate Measures. this right smart production has a heart as big as Texas. Sure Johnny Blood (Conor Ryan) may be sitting in jail, sentenced to death, but his sister Susanna/Sister Mary Jo (Sarah Parnicky) and his girlfriend Bella Rose (Lauren Molina) are determined to set things right…at any cost!

Enter a lecherous Governor (Nick Wyman), handsome sheriff (Peter Saide), and everyone else (Gary Marachek), who keep the music (by David Friedman) and lyrics (Peter Kellogg) ridin’ high! Toss in plenty of naughty monkey business (no monkeys, though) and you’ll understand why the show’s original Off-Broadway run was extended three times. And now the clock is ticking down again: the show is slated to close September 9th. My advice? Giddy up! desperatemeasuresmusical.com For theatre and ticket information for all Broadway shows, please see our theatre map (p. 62) and theatre listings (p. 64).

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Carousel (Imperial)

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Chicago (Ambassador)

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Come From Away (Gerald Schoenfeld)

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Dear Evan Hansen (Music Box)

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Frozen (St. James)

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Gettin’ The Band Back Together (Belasco)

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Hamilton (Richard Rodgers)

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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (Lyric)

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Head Over Heels (Hudson)

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Hello, Dolly! (Shubert)

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Kinky Boots (Al Hirschfeld)

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The Phantom of the Opera (Majestic)

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Pretty Woman: The Musical (Nederlander)

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School of Rock (Winter Garden)

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Springsteen on Broadway (Walter Kerr)

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OPENINGS • Gettin’ The Band Back Together (8/13) • Pretty Woman (8/16)

CLOSINGS • Hello, Dolly! (8/25) • SpongeBob SquarePants (9/16) • Straight White Men (9/9)

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New amsterdam Theatre, 214 W. 42nd St., 866-870-2717; aladdinthemusical.com (Opened 3/20/14) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) The beloved story is brought to thrilling theatrical life in this bold new musical.

With just one rub of a magic lamp, Aladdin’s journey sweeps you into an exotic world full of adventure, comedy and romance. It’s an unforgettable Disney theatrical experience that includes all the cherished songs from the Oscar-winning score plus more written especially for Broadway. Tues.Thurs., 7; Fri. & Sat., 8; Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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Broadhurst Theatre, 235 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; anastasiabroadway.com

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(Opened 4/24/17) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) The creators of Ragtime transport us from the Russian Empire to 1920s Paris as a young woman tries to discover the mystery of her past.

Pursued by a Soviet officer, she, a dashing con man and ex-aristocrat set out to find her family. Tues. & Thurs., 7; Wed., 7:30; Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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2018 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 11/9/17) (90 mins., no intermission) After a mix-up at the border, an Egyptian Police Band is sent to a remote village in the middle of the Israeli desert. With no bus until morning, they are taken in by the locals. In the end, the musical celebrates the ways music, longing and laughter can connect us all. Starring Tony Shalhoub. Tues.-Thurs., 7; Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat. 2; Sun., 3.

Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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Stephen Sondheim Theatre, 124 W. 43rd St., 212-239-6200; beautifulonbroadway.com (Opened 1/12/14) (2 hrs., 25 mins.) Carole King fought her way into the record business as a teenager and, by the time she reached her 20s, had a flourishing career writing hits for the biggest acts in rock n’ roll. This is true story of her rise to stardom — from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband, Gerry Goffin, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Tues. & Thurs., 7; Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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american airlines Theatre, 227 W. 42nd St., 212-719-1300 ; roundabouttheatre.org In 1899, international stage celebrity Sarah Bernhardt set out to tackle her most ambitious role yet: Hamlet. Theresa Rebeck’s new play rollicks with high comedy and human drama, set against the lavish Shakespearean production that could make or break Bernhardt’s career. Tony and Olivierwinning actress Janet McTeer brings the legendary leading lady to life. Tues.-Sat., 8; Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

tHE bOOk Of mORmON eugene O’Neill Theatre, 230 W. 49th St., 212-239-6200; bookofmormonbroadway.com 2011 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 3/24/11) (2 hrs., 30 mins.)

Trey Parker and Matt Stone, the duo behind South Park, wrote this hit musical comedy about a pair of wide-eyed Mormon boys on a mission to an African village... with attitude. Tues.-Thurs. & Sun., 7; Fri. & Sat., 8; Sat. & Sun., 2.

Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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imperial Theatre, 249 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; carouselbroadway.com (Opened 4/12/18) (2 hrs., 45 mins.) Set in a small New England factory town, this revival of one of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s most famous works depicts the tragic romance between a troubled carnival barker and the young woman who gives up everything for him. Elevated to an epic scale with a sweeping musical score and incandescent ballet sequences, this is a story of passion, loss, and redemption.

Tues. & Thurs., 7; Wed., Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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Ambassador Theatre, 219 W. 49th St., 212-239-6200 chicagothemusical.com 1997 Tony, Best Musical Revival (Opened 11/14/96) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Kander & Ebb’s “musical vaudeville” about those murderous tootsies Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly offers a delicious cavalcade of colorful characters who stop at nothing to get what they want! A runaway success in over 250 cities worldwide, earning six Tony Awards, two Olivier Awards, a Grammy and thousands of standing ovations.

Mon., Tues. & Thurs.-Sat., 8; Sun., 7:30; Sat., 2:30; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

come From away

Schoenfeld Theatre, 236 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; comefromaway.com (Opened 3/12/17) (100 mins., no intermission) On September 11, 2001, 38 planes were ordered to land in the remote town of Gander, Newfoundland. What unfolded when the stranded international strangers deplaned was amazing: the locals stepped up to host them leading to extraordinary camaraderie. Worth Noting: Christopher Ashley picked up the 2017 Tony for Best Direction of a Musical. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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Music Box Theatre, 239 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; dearevanhansen.com 2017 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 12/4/16) (2 hrs., 30 mins.)

All his life Evan Hansen has felt invisible. But when a tragic event shocks the community and thrusts him into the center of a rapidly evolving controversy, he is given the opportunity of a lifetime: the chance to be somebody else. This new American musical offers a deeply personal and profoundly contemporary story about a little lie that changes everything.

Performances begin on time; no late seating. Tues. & Thurs., 7; Wed., Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

FroZen

St. James Theatre, 246 W. 44th St., 866-870-2727; frozenthemusical.com

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(Opened 3/22/18) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Disney’s hit animated film about two sisters separated by a mysterious secret comes to life in this dazzling stage adaptation. As Elsa, in her ice castle, struggles to harness her powers, her fearless sister, Anna, embarks on an epic journey -- aided by handsome mountaineer Kristoff, and snowman, Olaf -- to bring her family together. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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(Opened 8/13/18) (2 hrs.) Mitch Papadopolous always dreamed about being the next Bon Jovi, but he left those daydreams behind for a high paying day job and high-rise apartment. For a while he thought he had everything -- until his 40th birthday when he got handed a pink slip and had to move back in with his mom in New Jersey. When his high school arch nemesis threatens to foreclose on their house, this big-shot banker must save his small-town home the only way he can: by winning The Battle of the Bands. So he dusts off his guitar, gathers his old gang, and sets out to win the battle -- and maybe the heart of the high school sweetheart he left behind-- proving it’s never too late to give your dreams one last shot. Tues. & Thurs., 7; Fri. & Sat., 8; Sun., 7:30; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 2:30. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

hamilton Richard Rodgers Theatre, 226 W. 46th St., 877-250-2929; hamiltonbroadway.com 2016 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 8/6/15) (2 hrs., 55 mins.) Tony winner Lin-Manuel Miranda wrote this musical exploration of a political mastermind. The unlikely founding father—bastard orphan, rebel, war hero, Treasury head and loving husband caught in the country’s first sex scandal—leads this revolutionary tale of America’s fiery past alongside George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Eliza Hamilton, and lifelong friend and foe Aaron Burr. Tues. & Thurs., 7; Wed., Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

harry potter and the cursed child

Lyric Theatre, 213 W. 42nd St., 212-305-4100; harrypottertheplay.com/us 2018 Tony, Best Play (Opened 4/22/18) Shown in two separate parts, the play shows Harry working at the Ministry of Magic while grappling with a past that refuses to stay where it belongs. Meanwhile, Albus, the youngest of his three children, struggles with the weight of a family legacy he never wanted. As past and present fuse ominously, both father and son learn the uncomfortable truth: Sometimes, darkness comes from unexpected places. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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head over heels

Hudson Theatre, 139-141 W. 44th St., 855-801-5876; TheHudsonBroadway.com (Opened 7/26/18) (2 hrs., 20 mins.) This inspired mash-up of posh and punk featuring the music of the Go-Go’s is an unpredictable, Elizabethan romp about a royal family that must prevent a prophecy of doom. To save their kingdom, the family embarks on a journey wrought with mistaken identities, jealous lovers, scandal and self-discovery, where everything (and everyone) is not quite what it seems. Tues. & Thurs., 7; Wed., Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3.

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Hello, dolly!

Shubert Theatre, 225 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; hellodollyonbroadway.com 2017 Tony Best Musical Revival (Opened 4/20/17) (2 hrs., 40 mins.) This sparkling new version of the beloved musical marks its first Broadway revival in more than 50 years.

Tony winner Bette Midler stars as the irrepressible Dolly Gallagher Levi (Tony-winner Donna Murphy plays the role Sunday matinees), while Tony winner David Hyde Pierce is Horace Vandergelder. Notably, the production pays tribute to the original work of legendary director/choreographer Gower Champion. Tues. & Thurs., 7; Wed., Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (Thru 8/25)

kiNky boots

Al Hirschfeld Theatre, 302 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; kinkybootsthemusical.com 2013 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 4/24/13) (2 hrs., 25 mins.)

Inspired by a true story and the film of the same name—with music by Cyndi Lauper and book by Tony winner Harvey Fierstein—the story follows Charlie Price, heir to a nearly bankrupt shoe factory. Unlikely inspiration to saving the family business comes to Charlie via Lola, a drag entertainer in need of some sturdy stilettos. As they work to turn the factory around, the two discover that when you change your mind about someone, you can change your whole world.

Tues. & Thurs., 7; Wed., Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

tHe lioN kiNG

Minskoff Theatre, 200 W. 45th St., 866-870-2717; disneyonbroadway.com 1998 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 11/13/97) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) This stage adapation of Disney’s animated hit, The Lion King is a treasure trove of stunning visual magic created by Julie Taymor. It follows the story of the young lion prince, Simba, living in the flourishing African Pride Land and his unlikely boon companions, his villainous uncle Scar, and his journey from precocious cub to king of the jungle. Tues. & Wed., 7; Thurs.-Sat., 8; Sun., 6:30; Sat., 2; Sun., 1. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

meaN Girls

August Wilson Theatre, 245 W. 52nd St., 212-239-6200; meangirlsonbroadway.com (Opened 4/8/18) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Cady may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the vicious ways of her new suburban home. How will this naive newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? By taking on a trio of lionized frenemies led by the ruthless Regina. But when Cady devises a plan to dethrone Regina, she learns you can’t cross a queen bee without getting stung. Tues. & Thurs., 7; Wed., Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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(Opened 4/19/18) (2 hrs., 55 mins.) Lerner and Loewe’s beloved musical is back in a lavish new production. The storyline follows Cockney flower seller Eliza Doolittle and Henry Higgins, a linguistics professor determined to transform her into his idea of a “proper lady.” The classic score features “I Could Have Danced All Night” and “The Rain in Spain”. With Lauren Ambrose, Harry Hadden-Paton, Norbert Leo Butz, and Diana Rigg. Tues. & Thurs., 7; Wed., Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, 261 W. 47th St., 212-239-6200; ManhattanTheatreClub.com In this fast-paced comedy thriller, when a rising star in the world of snooker arrives for a championship tournament, he finds himself forced into underhanded dealings with characters that include his ex-con dad, mum, manager and renowned gangster. In an exciting twist, the tournament unfolds live on stage. Tues., 7; Wed.-Sat., 8; Sat., 2. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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Circle in the Square, 235 W. 50th St., 800-447-7400; OnceOnThisIsland.com 2018 Tony, Best Musical Revival (Opened 12/3/17) (90 mins., no intermission) A highly anticipated Broadway revival, the story follows Ti Moune, a fearless peasant girl who falls in love with a wealthy boy from the other side of the island. When their divided cultures keep them apart, she sets out on a quest to reunite with the man who captured her heart, guided by the powerful island gods, including Erzulie played by Tony winner Lea Salonga. Mon., Fri. & Sat., 8; Tues., 7; Sun., 7:30; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

tHe pHaNtom oF tHe opera

Majestic Theatre, 247 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; thephantomoftheopera.com 1988 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 1/26/88) (2 hrs., 30 mins.)

One of Broadway’s greatest attractions, Gaston Leroux’s thriller about a young soprano and the mysterious figure who loves her has achieved legendary status! Now’s the time to experience—or re-experience—Andrew Lloyd Webber’s haunting “Music of the Night.” Exquisitely produced and performed, this is truly theatre at its finest. Mon. & Wed.-Sat., 8; Tues., 7; Thurs. & Sat., 2. Call or visit website for variations in schedule.

tHe play tHat Goes wroNG Lyceum Theatre, 149 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; broadwaygoeswrong.com (Opened 4/2/17) (2 hrs.) It’s opening night of The Murder at Haversham Manor, a 1920s whodunit with a ramshackle set, leading lady with a concussion, and a corpse that can’t play dead. It’s a classic murder mystery... and it’s a mystery how it ever got to Broadway! Tues.-Thurs., 7; Fri. & Sat., 8; Sun., 7:30; Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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Nederlander Theatre, 208 W. 41st St., 877-250-2929; prettywomanthemusical.com (Opened 8/16/18) (2 hs., 35 mins.) This modern spin on “Cinderella” follows Vivian, a diamond in the rough dreaming of a better life. A star-crossed meeting with Edward, a shrewd corporate raider, goes from simple business deal to romance and a journey of self-discovery for both. A theatrical take on the famous film, the show stars Samantha Barks and Tonynominee Andy Karl. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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Winter Garden Theatre, 1634 Broadway, 212-239-6200; schoolofrockthemusical.com (Opened 12/6/15) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Based on the hit film starring Jack Black, this new musical follows Dewey Finn, a wannabe rock star who poses as a substitute teacher at a prep school and creates a rock band made up of students.

Andrew Lloyd Webber composed 14 new songs to create a score that includes all the original songs from the movie.

With its live kids’ rock band, the show is a loving testimony to the transforming power of music. Mon., Tues. & Sun., 7; Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed., Sat. & Sun., 2. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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Palace Theatre, 1564 Broadway @ 47th St., 877-250-2929; SpongebobBroadway.com (Opened 12/4/17) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Stakes are higher than ever as SpongeBob and all of Bikini Bottom face the total annihilation of their undersea world. Chaos erupts. Lives hang in the balance. And just when all hope seems lost, an unexpected hero rises up and takes center stage. The spirit of beloved animated character SpongeBob and his friends to come to life with fabulous music, song and theatricality! For kids four and up. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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Walter Kerr Theatre, 219 W. 48th St., 877-259-2929; brucestpringsteen.net/broadway (Opened 10/12/17) (2 hrs., no intermission) Bruce Springsteen makes his Broadway debut in a solo acoustic performance he describes as “…just me, the guitar, the piano and the words and music. Some of the show is spoken, some of it is sung. It loosely follows the arc of my life and my work.” Call or visit website for playing schedule. Please note Mr. Springsteen will only be performing five shows a week.

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(Opened 7/23/18) (90 mins., no intermission) In playwright Young Jean Lee’s hilariously ruthless look at the classic American father-son drama, it’s Christmas Eve and Ed has gathered his three adult sons to celebrate (with matching pajamas, trash talking, and Chinese takeout). But when a question they can’t answer interrupts their holiday cheer, they are forced to confront their own identities. Tues.-Thurs., 7; Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (Thru 9/9)

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Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, 205 W. 46th St., 877-250-2929; thedonnasummermusical.com (Opened 4/23) (1 hr., 45 mins.) She was a girl from Boston who shot through the stars from gospel choir to dance floor superstar. But what the world didn’t know was how Donna Summer risked it all to break through barriers, becoming the supreme queen for every diva who followed. The score of more than 20 of her hits includes “Love to Love You, Baby,” “Bad Girls” and “Hot Stuff”. Tues. -Thurs., 7; Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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Brooks Atkinson Theatre, 256 W. 47th St., 877-250-2929; waitressthemusical.com (Opened 4/24/16) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Jenna is a waitress and expert pie maker stuck in a small town and a loveless marriage. Faced with an unexpected pregnancy, she fears she may have to abandon her dream of opening a pie shop—until a baking contest in a nearby county, and a handsome young doctor, offer a recipe for happiness.

Grammy-nominated composer Sara Bareilles wrote the show’s music and lyrics. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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wicked Gershwin Theatre, 222 W. 51st St. 877-250-2929 wickedthemusical.com (Opened 10/30/03) (2 hrs., 45 mins.) Set in Oz before the arrival of Dorothy and Toto, this knock-out musical follows the friendship between two young girls—one smart, misunderstood, and green-skinned; the other beautiful, ambitious, and popular—who grow up to be the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Based on the spellbinding, best-selling novel by Gregory Maguire. Tues.-Thurs. & Sun., 7; Fri. & Sat., 8; Sat. & Sun., 2. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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aveNue Q New World Stages, 340 W. 50th St., 212-239-6200 avenueq.com (2 hrs., 15 mins.) Puppets and humans cohabitate a fictional NYC street in this irresistible Tony-winning musical. In it, recent college grad Princeton moves into an apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. There, he meets girl next door Kate, Republican Rod, internet sexpert Trekkie, Lucy the Slut and other colorful types who help him discover his purpose in life!. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

be mOre cHill Pershing Square Signature Center, 480 W. 42nd St., 212-279-4200; bemorechillmusical.com Jeremy is your average digital age teen until he finds out about “The Squip.” Taking on issues like depression and bullying through the lens of ‘50s sci-fi, ‘80s horror and ‘90s teen flicks, this celebration of outcasts is Little Shop of Horrors meets The Breakfast Club. Tues.-Fri. & Sun., 7:30; Sat., 8; Sat. & Sun., 2. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (Thru 9/23)

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Classic Stage Company, 136 E. 13th St., 866-811-4111; classicstage.org As WWII rages, parachute maker Carmen Jones wages her own quarrel involving an airman and a boxer. Oscar Hammerstein II adapted the musical from Georges Bizet’s opera score for Carmen with an all African-American cast headed

by Tony winner Anika Noni Rose. Tues.-Thurs., 7; Fri. & Sat., 8; Sat. & Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (Thru 8/19)

cOllective rage: a play iN 5 betties Lucille Lortel Theatre, 121 Christopher St., 212-352-3101; mcctheater.org Five women -- one rich, one lonely, one charismatic, one lovelorn, and one who keeps working on her truck -- collide at the intersection of rage, love, and the “thea-tah,” provoking each other to take a look in the mirror and face the person they didn’t know they could be. Tues. & Weds., 7; Thurs.-Sat., 8; Sat., 2, Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (8/16 thru 9/23)

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(100 mins.) Set during WWII, the story follows Goeun, a Korean teenager who’s abducted to an Indonesian “comfort station” and, like many young girls, forced to become a “comfort woman,” (sex slave) for the Japanese Imperial Army. Goeun, and other girls’ stories, reveal how such a tragedy can permanently and painfully transform a young woman. Wed.-Sat., 7:30; Sun., 7; Sat. & Sun., 2. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (Thru 9/2)

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Beckett Theatre, 410 W. 42nd St., 212-239-6200; minttheater.org (2 hrs., 20 mins.) In Lillian Hellman’s second play set in a small Ohio town, Andrew Rodman is running the family business and failing at it. The workers are out on strike and Rodman is bringing in strikebreakers, failing to anticipate the disastrous impact on his family and their place in the community. Tues.-Sat., 7:30; Sat. & Sun., 2. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (Thru 9/30)

desperate measures New World Stages, 340 W. 50th St., 212-239-6200; DesperateMeasuresMusical.com (2 hrs., 10 mins.) Set in the 1890’s this new musical is inspired by Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure. In it, Johnny Blood’s fate is in the hands of a sheriff, priest, governor, saloon girl, and nun. Laws are broken and hearts are won as they seek justice. Mon., Wed. & Thurs., 7; Fri. & Sat., 8; Thurs. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (Thru 9/9)

Fiddler ON tHe rOOF iN yiddisH Museum of Jewish Heritage, 36 Battery Pl., 866-811-4111; mjhnyc.org

Experience Fiddler on the Roof in a new way—in Yiddish, the mother tongue of Tevye and his family. The rich Yiddish translation by Shraga Friedman, z’l, adds new dimension to the most well-known Jewish musical in the world. The little town of Anatevka, struggling between tradition and progress, will bustle with the sounds of mameloshn in the U.S. premiere of Fiddler in Yiddish. Oscar and Tony winner Joel Grey directs. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 9/2)

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New World Stages, 340 W. 50th St., 212-239-6200; gazillionbubbleshow.com (70 mins.) This eye-popping production offers parents and kids an unforgettable extravaganza of soap-bubble creations accompanied by fantastic lighting effects, including a jaw-dropping laser show! Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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Public Theater’s Newman Theater, 425 Lafayette St., 212-967-7555; publictheater.org Bob Dylan’s songbook is authentically transformed by Tony winner Conor McPherson into an achingly beautiful story of a down-on-its-luck community on the brink of change in Duluth, Minnesota in 1934. Tues.-Sun., 7:30; Sat. & Sun., 1:30. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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St. Luke’s Theatre, 308 W. 46thSt., 212-239-6200; intrusionshow.com (60 mins.) Writer-performer Qurrat Ann Kadwani, set her new sci-fi solo play 20 years in the future where sexual violence has been eradicated -- until one woman comes forward about her rape. Portraying a college student, journalist, prosecutor, and others, Ms. Kadwani takes a hard look at a society where rape is supposedly nonexistent, shining a light on sexual violence and systemic oppression. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 9/27)

Jersey boys

New World Stages, Stage 1; 340 W. 50th St., 212-239-6200; JerseyBoysNewYork.com

This haunting portrait of a seemingly ordinary accountant,

by Tony and Pulitzer winner Tracy Letts, asks: If you looked back on eleven moments from your life, would you recognize yourself, or would you see a stranger?

Starring the BBC’s Orphan Black, Tatiana Maslany and Tony winner Blair Brown. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 8/19)

my life oN a diet

Theatre at St. Clement’s, 423 W. 46 St., 212-239-6200; MyLifeOnADietPlay.com (90 mins., no intermission) Iconic writer/actress/comedian Renée Taylor brings her solo show -- based on her 1986 autobiography – to NYC audiences. Adapted by Taylor and her late husband, Joseph Bologna, the show is filled with anecdotes and advice about her lifetime battle to achieve the perfect figure. Thurs.-Sat., 7; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (Thru 9/2)

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Kirk Theatre, 410 W. 42nd St., 212-239-6200 nakedboyssinging.com (60 mins., no intermission) New York’s most outrageous musical comedy is a hilarious revue feauring a score of original songs, six gorgeous guys, and no clothes -- a winning combination if ever there was one. Songs cover everything from the anxiety of a high school locker room to the joys of performing in the buff. Song and dance and skin galore, this is one wild crowd-pleaser of a show! Sat., 6. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

(2 hrs., 30 mins.) Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons: four guys from Jersey with a sound nobody had ever heard, and fans couldn’t get enough of. But while their harmonies were perfect on stage and on vinyl, behind-the-scenes was a far different story. Featuring all their hits, from “Sherry” and “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” to “Walk Like A Man” and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You.” Mon., Wed., Thurs. & Sun., 7; Fri. & Sat., 8; Sat. & Sun., 2. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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Sheen Center, 18 Bleecker St., 212-925-2812; littlerockplay.com The Little Rock Nine were the first black students to attend their city’s formerly segregated high school post Brown vs. Board of Education. This true story honors their bravery by bringing their personal stories of challenge and resilience to life. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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tHe marVelous woNderettes Kirk Theatre, 410 W. 42nd St., 212-239-6200; themarvelouswonderettes.com (2 hrs.) It’s Springfield High’s 1958 prom and the Wonderettes -- four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts, with amazing voices to match – are front and center. This nostalgic romp rocks with Wonderette versions of jukebox classics like “Lollipop,” “Dream Lover,” “It’s My Party” and more. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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DR2 Theatre, 103 E. 15th St., 800-982-2787; neurosisthemusical.com A modern musical comedy with a psychiatric twist, this new show serves up a story about finding happiness, falling in love, and dealing with that little voice in your head along the way. Wed. & Thurs., 7:30; Fri., 8; Sat., 2:30. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

Kirk Theatre, 410 W. 42nd St., 212-279-4200; newsicalthemusical.net An ever-evolving mockery of all the news that’s fit to print, this laugh-filled, high octane musical revue serves up infectious melodies with razor-sharp lyrics, biting satire and more unpredictability than a Courtney Love tweet.

Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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Irish Repertory Theatre, 132 W. 22nd St., 212-727-2737; irishrep.org Daisy Gamble sings and flowers bloom and she knows where you’ve placed your keys – but it’s her smoking habit that leads her to Dr. Mark Bruckner, whose attempt to hypnotize her addiction away unlocks her past self: an 18thcentury British aristocrat named Melinda Welles. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 9/6)

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(3 hrs.) Punchdrunk’s immersive theatrical experience based on Macbeth takes audiences through aspects of the original story via a multi-floor, multi-room journey that plays out differently for everyone. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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The Theater Center, 210 W. 50th St., 212-921-7862; perfect-crime.com (2 hrs.) This long-running psychological thriller tracks a wealthy female psychiatrist caught up in a bizarre murder. Enter the inspector who becomes obsessed with her, her patients and her home. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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New World Stages, 340 W. 50th St., 212-239-6200; PuffsThePlay.com (100 mins.) A Potter-inspired comedy for anyone who has ever felt like a secondary character in someone else’s story.

This play about Puffs serves up a new look at a familiar adventure from the perspective of three new heroes just trying to make it through magic school. A must for Potter fans! Call or visit website for playing schedule.

r.r.r.e.d., a secret musical

DR2 Theatre, 103 E. 15th St., 800-982-2787; RRREDtheMusical.com In this new musical, a secret redheaded revolutionary organization is taking matters into their own hands, fighting back against their imminent extinction and standing up for the rights of redheads everywhere. Mon. & Tues., 7:30; Sat., 8; Sun., 7. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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The storytelling of Leiber & Stoller’s songwriting pairs perfectly with the stage. Ballads rooted in blues celebrate the humor, passion, and heartbreak of everyday lives. When released, songs like “Neighborhood” and “Stand by Me,” celebrating community and friendship, resonated with African Americans as much as they did with rebellious teens.

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stomp

Orpheum Theatre, 126 Second Ave., 800-982-2787; stomponline.com (1 hr., 45 mins.) Springing from the underground music clubs of Britain and influenced by its urban streets, Stomp has traveled the world and caused a sensation at each of their international appearances. Matchboxes, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters and more fill the stage with energizing beats of Stomp, the inventive and invigorating stage show that’s dance, music and theatrical performance blended together in one electrifying rhythm. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

sweeNey todd: tHe demoN barber of fleet street Barrow Street Theatre, 27 Barrow St., 866-811-4111; SweeneyToddNYC.com

Uniquely funny and moving, the play chronicles the journey of the 14th-century mystic as she aspires to saintliness while embarking on a quest to define life by her own means in a world dominated by men. Tues.-Thurs., 7:30; Fri. & Sat., 8; Sun., 7; Sat. & Sun., 2:30. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (Thru 8/26)

(2 hrs., 40 mins.) Immersing audiences in a completely new theatrical experience, the Tooting Arts Club production of the classic tale of blood thirsty barber Sweeney Todd and resourceful pie shop proprietress Mrs. Lovett has been transplanted from London to New York City in a pie-shop setting (pies & beverages available for purchase in advance).

Tues.-Thurs. & Sun., 7:30; Fri. & Sat., 8; Sat., 2:30; Sun., 2. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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Reeling from her ex-husband’s engagement to a younger woman, Jodi turns to her famous fashion-designer dad for support. Instead, she finds him in his West Village townhouse with Trey, probably an adult film star who’s 20 and not necessarily gay. At least, according to Jodi’s 20-year old son who’s definitely gay. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 8/26)

(80 mins., no intermission) A candle that moves water, a paper cup that won’t burn, a firefly without fire, an atomic flash, weaponized sugar, a hydrogen bomb, a genie in a bottle, secret writing, elephant toothpaste... all these and more make up this ingenious (and funny) show led by “mad scientist” Borislaw Bilas! Call or visit website for playing schedule.

The Duke on 42nd St., 229 W. 42nd St., 646-223-3010; margerykempe.com

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Playroom Theater, 151 W. 48th St., 8th Fl. 866-811-4111; thatphysicsshow.com (90 mins., no intermission) Professional physics demonstrator David Maiullo offers audiences segments on motion, momentum, vacuum, friction, energy, density, fluid motion, sound waves, sound vibration, light waves, temperature and much more! (ages 6 & up) Call or visit website for playing schedule.

THIS AIN’T NO DISCO

Linda Gross Theater, 336 W. 20th St., 866-811-4111; atlantictheater.org Against the grit, garbage strikes and graffiti of 1979 NYC comes the story of drifters and dreamers searching for their place in the night world of Studio 54 and Mudd Club. In their uptown/downtown quest for revelry and kinship, every decision is fateful in a city where one’s fate can turn on a dime bag. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 8/12)

Public Works musical adaptation of Twelfth Night marks this second Free Shakespeare in the Park production. Professional artists and two rotating ensembles of community members from all five boroughs perform this comedy about Viola, who washes up on the shores of Illyria, disguises herself as a man, is sent to court a countess, and falls in love with a Duke. (Access the Delacorte by entering at 81st St. and Central Park W. or at 79th St. & 5th Ave.) Call or visit website for ticket and playing schedule info. (Thru 8/19)

VITALY: AN EVENING OF WONDERS

Westside Theatre, 407 W. 43rdSt., 212-239-6200; eveningofwonders.com Illusions unique to Vitaly Beckmanas -- and never before seen in theatrical entertainment. Art comes to life as still photographs turn into mini-movies; paintings come alive; time reverses itself as bare broken tree branches repair and sprout new green leaves; and in one of Vitaly’s most popular illusions, theatregoers see their faces disappear from their own driver’s licenses! Tues. & Thurs., 7; Wed., Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sun., 3; Sat., 2. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (Thru 9/30)

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Soulful Food and Music at Ashford & Simpson’s Sugar Bar

Want some live music with your dinner and drinks? Come to Ashford & Simpson’s Sugar Bar, an eatery established by the couple behind “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough.”

That’s to say, you know the music here is good. The late Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson were the married songwriting team who wrote Motown hits like “Ain’t Nothing Like the Real Thing” and the disco chart topper “I’m Every Woman.” Their culinary venture, Sugar Bar, showcases the duo’s talent for great music and Southern-accented dining.

THE MUSIC. Sip a cocktail and relax into the R&B, blues, jazz, Caribbean, and traditional African music that plays in the converted brownstone Sugar Bar calls home. The stage is set in the back of the house under a thatched roof.

There are no bad seats! Tuesday nights are Nuttin But the Blues and Thursdays are Open Mic Nights, featuring the Sugar Bar All Star Band backing up willing participants as they wow the crowd. (Keep your eyes peeled for a celeb or two in the crowd.) Most shows begin at 8pm, Tuesdays through Saturdays.

THE FOOD. A little Cajun, a little Caribbean, a little soul, a lot delicious! Sugar Bar excels at Southern and Caribbean classics like catfish and collard greens. After some complimentary cornbread with strawberry butter (yum!), start your meal off right with the golden fried shrimp with Buffalo or garlic sauce. For your main, our pick is the pork chop with jerk sauce and apple chutney; you can have your chop grilled, fried, or pan-seared (there are no wrong answers there!). The catfish and fried chicken are solid

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choices as well. All entrees give you two sides, one of which should definitely be the collard greens. For your other pick, go with rice and beans or mac ‘n’ cheese. At the bar only, Sugar Bar serves sandwiches like po’ boys and steak sandwiches. We’ll point you to the jerk turkey burger for a satisfying kick. Sugar’s desserts include red velvet cake and bread pudding (again, no wrong answers).

DRINKS AND DEALS. In addition to beer and wine, there are cocktails like the Sugartini, with vodka and lots of sweet, pucker-y peach. For a taste of the Caribbean, have the Rummer Zip with vodka, coconut rum, pineapple juice, and a little grenadine. Happy Hour is Tuesday to Friday from 5 to 8pm. You can enjoy $5 beer, $6 cocktail, and $7 wine specials. There are also combo deals, with $10 for a drink and a dish: either sliders or chicken wings. Sugar Bar even offers a $19.95 prix fixe. You’ll have a salad, choice of catfish meuniere or pan-seared chicken breast, a choice of two sides (cheddar mashed potatoes, collard greens, rice and beans, or steamed vegetables), and bread pudding to top it all off.

Whatever you opt for here, you’re sure to enjoy an intimate evening in a hot spot that provides a fresh alternative to the mundane.

A talent for great music and Southernaccented dining...

254 W. 72nd St. (btw. West End Ave. & Broadway), 212-579-0222, sugarbarnyc.com

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New York Dining: New Tastes and Classic Faves From local seafood to timeless steakhouses to contemporary creative kitchens, New York’s restaurants are serving some of the world’s finest food.

Morton’s the steakhouse

buCa Di beppo Buca di Beppo specializes in Italian classics— they do them so well, they’re in 100 locations across the globe. Beyond serving all of the faves one would expect, like veal marsala, salmon sorrento, and eggplant parmigiana, the ambiance captures the warm, vivacious vibe of large Italian family gatherings. Speaking of, dishes are served family-style, so it’s perfect for groups. 1540 Broadway (45th St. btw.

Broadway & Sixth Ave.), 212-764-6527, bucadibeppo.com

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A stylish spot for serious steak: Morton’s.

Morton’s The Steakhouse is famous for its USDA prime-aged beef, fresh seafood, fine wine, and elegant desserts. For a memorable dinner in the heart of midtown, a wide-open, modern, and stylish dining room offers a great atmosphere whether you’re dining with a group or sharing a romantic dinner for two.

Choose from filet mignon, porterhouse steak, signature-cut prime New York strip, Maine lobsters, poultry dishes, and all the classic sides.

551 Fifth Ave. (45th St.), 212-972-3315; 136 Washington St. (W. Houston St.), 212-608-0171, mortons.com

When you’re ready for a sweet ending to Little Italy adventures, Caffé Palermo is your destination. Here since 1973, this must-stop is hosted by Baby John, The Cannoli King. His cannolis keep to that perfect balance between sweet cream and satisfying crunch, making these the best in the city. You’ll also find the finest Italian pastries: cheesecake, tiramisu, Italian cookies, lobster tails, and unbeatable cappuccino and espresso. 148 Mulberry St. (btw. Grand & Hester Sts.), 212-431-4205, caffepalermo.com

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The city loves Szechuan cuisine and Ding Chinese Restaurant serves memorable takes on it, including house favorites like wontons, shredded beef, smoky wok-tossed chicken, and double-cooked pork belly. A long list of nightly dinner and weekday lunch specials, including several combo deals, makes Ding a rare bargain in this part of town. 234 W. 48th St. (btw. Broadway & Eighth Ave.), 212-265-0828, dingszechuanrestaurant.com

Be transported at the elegant midtown kaiseki restaurant Suzuki.

It’s always exciting to open up a new frontier of experience, like the Japanese haute cuisine known as kaiseki. Midtown destination Suzuki is one of the few places in New York to of-

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fer kaiseki, showcasing menus of eight or more interconnected courses. The beauty of the presentations works like a frame on a painting, heightening appreciation for the craft on display. (A sushi counter in back, Satsuki, is helmed by Toshio Suzuki, who helped introduce sushi to the U.S.) 114 W. 47th St. (btw. Sixth & Seventh Aves.), 212-278-0010 (Suzuki), 212-278-0047 (Satsuki), suzukinyc.com

VIDA VERDE Vida Verde brings the tastes, colors, sounds, and scents of Mexico to Midtown West. NYC cocktail culture meets flavorful, shareable bites with contemporary twists here. You’ll find tacos, guacamole, and one of the best brunches in the city. The bar sports an excellent tequila and mezcal selection. Don’t miss Vida Verde’s Margarita Rooftop, a vibrant oasis of hand-painted murals with a tempting selection of 10 margarita flavors. 248 W. 55th St. (btw.

Seventh & Eighth Aves.), 646-657-0565, vidaverdeny.com

LA MASSERIA If you crave Italian and want to dine before or after a show, look no further than Theater District favorite La Masseria. Take your choice of 11 delectable pastas, 12 meat and fish dishes (including branzino, Mediterranean sea bream, and grilled t-bone veal chops with fresh herbs), on top of super-fresh salads and daily specials.

The hospitality extends out to the sidewalk, where you’ll find a lively al fresco scene.

235 W. 48th St. (btw. Broadway & Eighth Ave.), 212-582-2111, lamasserianyc.com

ZAVO Zavo brings sumptuous seafood together with high-end cocktails (Pear Mule, anyone?) on the Upper East Side. Inside is an architecturally ambitious space, with dramatic lines and vantages, finished in leather, marble, and crystal. The Mediterranean-accented menu is full of fresh seafood and New American favorites. You’ll also find performances on select nights, with acrobats, fire-eaters, and burlesque in the upstairs lounge. 1011 Third Ave. (btw. 60th & 61st Sts.), 212-753-5500, zavonyc.com

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BENJAMIN STEAKHOUSE 52 E. 41st St. btw Park & Madison Aves.

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“Family” owned institution since 1975 in the heart of Little Italy. Serving the finest cuisine in a stunning atrium garden setting. Charming additional rooms ready to host everything from intimate gatherings to large celebrations.

Neighborhood staple spares nothing to deliver highest quality ingredients. One of the most innovative, interesting menus in NYC. Extensive a la carte menu appeals to even the pickiest of palates. Wide variety of prix fixe menus for private dining rooms. Lunch/dinner served seven days.

lunella riStorante li $$ 173 Mulberry St. (Grand-Broome Sts.), 212-966-6639, lunellas.com | italian Family owned and operated by a charming Italian immigrant family that has owned various restaurants in Little Italy for generations. One of the best finds in the neighborhood! Wait ’til you taste their delicious homemade pastas, fresh seafood, veal, poultry, soups, and salads on an extensive menu. Casual, charming setting features a smart wine list and a full bar. Lunch/dinner until late (except Tues.)

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Since 1973, a must stop in Little Italy! Home of New York’s Award-Winning Cannoli! Voted #1 Cannoli in New York. Stop by & say hello to BABY JOHN the CANNOLI KING! The finest Italian pastries: cheesecake, tiramisu, rainbow cookies, chocolate mousse cake, Italian cookies, etc. are awesome & lobster tails are off the hook! Enjoy unbeatable cappuccino & espresso. Hundreds of celebs have visited so you never know who will drop by. Open 7 days 10:30am til late.

A romantic Italian restaurant in the heart of Greenwich Village. Vintage establishment has been around since 1918 and the Mosconi family has continued its rich tradition. Chef Pietro Mosconi delivers authentic Northern Italian dishes from his region of Emilia Romagna and is often seen in the dining room conversing with patrons. Dine as a couple for a romantic dinner, a small private party, or as a large group.

Note: Monte’s is closed for vacation August 1-14; visit nearby sister restaurant Villa Mosconi instead!

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“’Professional’ staffers who’ll make you ‘feel like a regular in no time.’” - Zagat “Plenty of aged prime perfectly grilled beef, other meats, seafood” - Bob Lape

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Villa Mosconi is renowned for serving great homemade pastas and fresh seafood. Enjoy their beautiful fourseason garden, the perfect complement to their sublime Italian delights.

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Bill’s exploded onto NYC’s burger scene in ’09, becoming an instant hit with burger junkies and locals. Rockefeller Center location opened in ’10 with 400 seats, making it the biggest standalone burger joint in the country. Every burger, shake, and fry, in dozens of varieties and counting, is made fresh daily.

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856 ninth ave. (55th-56th Sts.), 212-757-7511 blueseafoodbar.com | SEaFOOD Fine Mediterranean seafood and tapas, craft beers, cocktails, and boutique pan-Mediterranean wines in a beautiful intimate setting. Focused on fresh, wild, and organically cultivated fish and seafood. The menu encompasses small plates, crudo, and quality cured meats like Jamon Iberico “Pata Negra,” extending to brick oven pizza, artisanal cheeses, and an oyster bar with both East and West Coast oysters.

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307 W. 47th St. (8th-9th aves.), 646-918-6923 dutchfreds.com | aMERiCan Pier 61, Chelsea Piers, Manhattan, 866-817-3463 bateauxnewyork.com Bateaux New York is Manhattan’s premier all-glass, European-inspired dining cruise vessel. Every elegant Brunch, Lunch and Dinner cruise features creative dining, fine wines, impeccable service, and breathtaking skyline & Statue of Liberty views. Join them for Lunch (Mon.-Sat.) and Sunday Brunch with a live pianist and Dinner with a live three-piece band. Welcome aboard!

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Brings together the character of Hell’s Kitchen past with the buzz of its present in an upbeat spot. House specialty is craft cocktails with a twist: watching the bartenders at work is almost as much fun as tasting their efforts. Menu covers shareable plates and classic faves: beer-battered Brussels sprouts, fish tacos, Angus beef burgers, stone oven flatbreads. Weekday lunch, weekend brunch, and live music on Saturdays and Sundays from 11am to 2pm.

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240 W. 52nd St. (Broadway-8th ave.), 212-245-2801 haswellgreens.com | aMERiCan Beer hall casual meets craft cocktails with a healthy dose of style and Irish hospitality along the way. Roomy, bi-level space with a stage for nightly live music—don’t miss “The Broadway Band Sessions.” Kitchen excels in wood-fired cooking. Great spot for a pre- or post-theater bite or drink.

Industrial Revolution touches in the design, with exposed brick and piping. Iconic New York decor includes a map of Central Park, a focal point of the career of the original Haswell Green, a city planner sometimes called “the Father of Greater New York.”

Spirit Cruises is New York’s most vibrant and entertaining dining vessel. Its bountiful buffets, stunning skyline and Statue of Liberty views, and non-stop DJ music provide a one-of-a-kind New York experience. Join us daily for Lunch and Dinner and for specialty cruises on select dates.

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151 E. 50th St. (3rd-Lexington Aves.), 212-582-6900 237 W. 54th St. (Broadway-8th Ave.), 212-586-9700 EmpireSteakHouseNYC.com | STEAK/SEAFOOD Built on the nearly 40 year journey of a trio of brothers who came to New York with a determination to succeed and a strong work ethic they credit to their father. Learning the trade at Peter Luger, they went out on their own, bringing warmth and hospitality to their restaurants. Finest cuts of steaks, freshest seafood, a premium selection of 400+ wines, all in a beautiful surrounding with exceptional service. Two convenient locations in Midtown: East Side near Grand Central, West Side in the Theatre District.

117 W. 58th St. (6th-7th Aves.), 212-757-8630 TuscanySteakHouse.com | STEAK/SEAFOOD Italian steakhouse serving highest grade prime-aged beef, aged in-house, as well as Italian dishes like veal Milanese, chicken Parmesan, and seafood linguini. Chef Jamie has been a chef at some of NY’s premier Italian restaurants and top steakhouses. Elegant ambiance in a warm and inviting brick-arched main dining room, plus a lovely bar area. Also, private party room for up to 25 people and semi-private rooms for up to 60.

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248 W. 55th St. (7th-8th Aves.), 646-657-0565 vidaverdeny.com | MExICAN Vida Verde brings the tastes, colors, sounds, and scents of Mexico to Midtown West. NYC cocktail culture meets flavorful, shareable bites with contemporary twists here.

Tacos, guacamole, and one of the best brunches in the city. Excellent tequila and mezcal selection. Open 7 days, 11am-4am. Don’t miss Vida Verde’s Margarita Rooftop, an oasis of vibrant, hand-painted murals with a tempting selection of 10 margarita flavors.

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ZibEtto ESprESSo bAr MW mE $ 887 Ninth Ave. (57th-58th Sts.), 212-315-2888 masseriadeivini.com | ITALIAN A first-rate Italian menu that blends traditional with modern without overpowering one or the other. Features beautiful dishes from Puglia, a lot of which incorporate fish, shellfish, and a plethora of fresh homemade pastas.

Gourmet pizza Neapolitan style from a Ferrara woodburning pizza oven. Extensive wine by the glass & large selection of bottles, mainly from Italy, but without ignoring the rest of the world.

1385 6th Ave. (56th St.), 1221 6th Ave. (on 48th), 1 Park Ave. (32nd-33rd Sts.) zibettoespresso.com | ITALIAN Entering a Zibetto Espresso Bar should feel like walking into any small café from Trieste to Milano. The people may not be the same here, but the atmosphere is. When we opened our doors in 2006, our sole ambition was to offer a conscious espresso bar experience. We’re all about espresso and people. No matter if it’s your 1st visit or 1,000th cup, you’ll always find a spot at our counter.

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Beloved midtown spot takes inspiration from local tradition, with main bar area styled as an early 20th-century New York drinking house. Artfully created cocktails join a rotating craft beer selection and smart wine list. Pub classics like fish ‘n’ chips, grilled hanger steak, beef and lamb burgers. Also sliders, grilled flatbreads, tacos, and fresh salads. Menu is great for sharing: find a long list of creative small plates plus charcuterie boards. Cheese boards sourced from artisanal New York legend Murray’s Cheese.

Obicà Mozzarella Bar is a casual contemporary Italian restaurant, offering a genuine Italian dining experience centered on the freshest Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP from Italy, fresh homemade pasta, and authentic products from Italy’s rich regional heritages. Two locations, including across the street from the famous Flatiron Building. Started in Italy in 2004, today Obicà has restaurants in Rome, Milan, Florence, London, New York, Tokyo, and Los Angeles.

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928 Broadway (21st-22nd Sts.), 212-777-2754; 590 Madison Ave. (56th St.), 212-355-2217; obica.com | ITALIAN

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23 E. 40th St. (Park-Madison Aves.), 212-338-0818 benjaminsteakhouse.com | StEAk/SEAfood Benjamin Prime combines modern elegance with traditional steakhouse classics, while also showcasing signature standouts from highly regarded sister property Benjamin Steakhouse. After perfecting both steakhouse and seafood concepts in their arsenal, Benjamin Restaurant Group is highlighting the grill at Prime, serving up USDA prime dry aged steaks and succulent seafood in unique ways. The 10,000 square foot space houses an expansive main dining room and offers private dining spaces for up to 100+ guests.

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Best Steaks! Open 7 Days a Week 117 W. 58TH ST. BTW. 6TH & 7TH AVES. T. 212.757.8630 WWW.TUSCANYSTEAKHOUSE.COM

52 E. 41st St. (Park-Madison Aves.), 212-297-9177 benjaminsteakhouse.com | StEAk/SEAfood Peter Luger alumni Benjamin Prelvukaj and Chef Arturo McLeod have combined over 30 years of experience to create Benjamin Steak House, conveniently located near Grand Central Station in the century-old Chemist Club Building.

From the beautifully marbled cuts of dry-aged beef to the impeccably refined Old World service and charm, Benjamin Steak House prides itself in providing a quality dining experience in an elegant midtown setting.

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152 E. 46th St. (Lexington-3rd Aves.), 212-681-4500 darbarny.com | indiAn

The go-to place in CHINATOWN for dim sum, soup dumplings and THE BEST CHINESE CUISINE

Reviewers and patrons consistently give high marks to this cozy, bi-level restaurant and lounge on the East Side. Highly rated by Zagat, Darbar is a superb choice for Indian food with great ambience and service. A lavish $14.95 lunch buffet with new and delicious dishes every day is served 11:30am4pm. 7 days a week. Dinner from $12 & up, 4-10:30pm.

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157 E. 55th St. (Lexington-3rd Aves.), 212-751-4600 darbargrillny.com | indiAn Enjoy fine Indian dining in an elegant setting. Darbar Grill is a superb choice for Indian food with great ambience and service. For lunch and dinner they offer a selection of seafood, chicken, goat and vegetarian entrees. Their famous lunch buffet is available seven days week a from 11:30am to 4pm. Reviewers and patrons alike have raved about the excellent food available at Darbar Grill, and its sister restaurant Darbar. All cards.

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551 Fifth Ave. (entrance on 45th St.), 212-972-3315; 136 Washington St., 212-608-0171 mortons.com | STEAKHOUSE/SEAFOOD Famous for USDA prime-aged beef, fresh seafood, fine wine and elegant desserts, Morton’s is the ideal place for a memorable dinner. The wide-open, modern, stylish dining room can accommodate large parties or an intimate dinner for two. The private boardrooms are perfect for meetings and celebrations, or grab a cocktail in Bar 12-21. Enjoy famous steak and seafood at their Financial District location as well, located just steps from the 9/11 Memorial.

1540 Broadway (45th St.), 212-764-6527 bucadibeppo.com | iTALiAn Buca di Beppo is the perfect place for great Italian food and fun! Whether you’re hosting a group event, celebrating a special occasion or planning a business dinner, you’ll enjoy Buca’s authentic Italian cuisine in an eclectic, vintage setting. At Buca, they serve family-style food in two portion sizes. Buca Small feeds two or more and Buca Large feeds four or more. Catering available for delivery and to go. Call for details! Sun.-Thurs., 11am-10pm; Fri. & Sat., 11am-midnight.

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158 E. 48 St. (Lexington-3rd Aves.), 212-935-3785 theseafiregrill.com | SEAFOOD

30 W. 46 St. (5th-6th Aves.), 212-355-5540; ChazzpalminterinYC.com | iTALiAn

The Sea Fire Grill offers seasonally focused contemporary American seafood and an elegant yet classic experience where consistency is key and service is impeccable. The décor is inviting with mahogany wine racks, cool blue accent features, and a roaring marble fireplace. Guests are passionate about the daily East and West coast oysters, Alaskan King Crab Legs, and Pancetta Wrapped Wild Striped Bass.

Classic Italian dishes like grilled calamari, pappardelle with ragu, linguini alla vongole, and vitello tre funghi. New dishes include a classic plate of spaghetti & meatballs, tagliatelle con quattro formaggi. Large wine list focuses on Italian selections and beverage list offers local craft beers and cocktails made with Palminteri’s own BiVi vodka—the first Sicilian vodka. “Only the best if my name is on it”—Chazz Palminteri. Seven days breakfast/lunch/dinner.

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234 W. 48th St. (Broadway-8th Ave.) , 212-247-8318, annamnyc.com | viETnAmESE/jApAnESE Delicious/affordable Vietnamese and Japanese cuisine in heart of Theatre District. A huge selection of items including noodle dishes, curry, chicken/pork/beef/seafood/vegetarian entrees bursting with great flavors. Sushi bar/bento boxes/ rolls/sushi/sashimi. Sushi bar specials: live scallops, nice and fresh Kumamoto oysters. Lunch from $9; Dinner from $11. Perfect for pre- or post-theatre dining. Open 7 days 11:30am-11:30pm.

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234 W. 48th St. (Broadway-Eighth Ave.), 212-265-0828; dingtimesquare.com | CHinESE Theatre District’s go-to place for wide array of authentic and delicious Chinese cuisine at very reasonable prices. Enjoy fresh Szechuan and dried pot delicacies, personal hot pots.

Relaxed environment with innovative smokeless BBQ table grills and friendly staff. Two-course prix fixe lunch $12.95; 3-course prix fixe dinner $22.95. A smart choice pre or post theatre…or anytime! Open 7 days.

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1501 Broadway (43rd-44th Sts.), 212-343-3355 hardrock.com | AmeriCAn 1221 Sixth Ave. (49th St.), 212-575-5129 delfriscos.com | SteAK/SeAFood Steakhouse redefined. A sophisticated, elegant space reflecting the energy, vibrancy, and romanticism of the city.

Excellent service combines with generous portions of prime steaks, magnificent cold-water lobster tails and specialties such as combination shrimp platters and crab cakes.

Beautifully appointed private party facilities and unique wine-cellar dining. A true dining experience. Reservations recommended. All cards. Open for lunch weekdays, dinner daily. All cards. 2010 Concierge Choice Award Winner.

Rock your senses with tantalizing food and drinks and an awe-inspiring rock memorabilia collection. Priceless pieces from legends The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Nirvana, Billy Joel, The Ramones and Elvis grace the walls along with more contemporary items including stage costumes worn by Madonna and Gwen Stefani. The 708-seat restaurant boasts a unique outdoor space above the building’s historic marquee, which hosts private parties amid the excitement of Times Square.

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40 W. 53rd St. (5th-6th Aves.), 212-969-9980 fogo.com | BrAziliAn Internationally renowned Brazilian Steakhouse utilizing the centuries-old cooking technique of churrasco. The menu features selections of fire-roasted steak, lamb, pork, and chicken, seasonal salads and sides, signature cocktails, and an award-winning wine list. Enjoy lighter options with the Weekday Lunch menu, or celebrate with Weekend Brunch.

Seafood options also available. Our New York location features four semi-private/private dining areas and a two-level bar that is perfect for Happy Hour. Visit fogo.com for more information.

127 W. 43rd St. (Bdwy), 646-366-0235; Fifth Ave. & 34th St., 212-563-3433; 625 eighth Ave. (41st St.), 646-214-1000; heartlandbrewery.com | AmeriCAn With four locations across midtown, Heartland Brewery offers handcrafted beers and hearty American cuisine.

Stop in and grab a pint of our award-winning craft beer or take a growler to go. Heartland offers a relaxing casual atmosphere for pre-theatre lunch and dinner or a great place to take a break before climbing the Empire State Building. Open daily for lunch & dinner. 4 locations: Times Square, Theatre District, and Empire State Building.

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157 W. 47th St. (6th-7th Aves.), 646-429-8277 hongkongstation47.com | CHineSe Beautiful bamboo-decorated ambiance with excellent and reasonably priced Chinese cuisine in the heart of the Theater District. The place to go before, during, or after theater. Best dim sum in midtown. Lunch specials only $9.95! Serves lunch and dinner 7 days: soups, congee, seafood, noodle and rice favorites, casserole, vegetable, beef, pork, chicken, and duck.

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114 West 47th St. (btw. 6th & 7th Aves.)

212.278.0010 | info@suzukinyc.com Lunch: Mon - Fri, 11:30am - 2:30pm Dinner: Mon - Sat, 5:30pm - 10:30pm Sushi Bar: Mon - Sat, 5:30pm - 10pm

Extensive wine by the glass and large selection of bottles, mainly from Italy

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235 W. 48th St. (7th-8th Aves.), 212-582-2111; lamasserianyc.com | itAliAn “A farmhouse in the middle of Manhattan,” offering classic dishes from the Puglia region of Italy, utilizing the freshest natural ingredients for simple, authentic pastas, risottos, and meat and fish dishes. Warm, inviting decor blends rural Italian style, nostalgia & charm, complementing their exceptional cuisine & wine list. Among most popular restaurants in Theatre District. 7 days lunch/dinner.

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Considered one of the greatest attractions in the Theatre District & renowned for its celebrity clientele (Frank Sinatra’s favorite), this landmark has been family-run since 1944.

Highly rated authentic Neapolitan is heavenly, including succulent veal chops Siciliano, spicy lobster fra diavolo, savory calamari stuffed with seafood, etc. A “must go” New York favorite! Open daily, lunch & dinner. All cards.

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1540 Broadway (45th St.), 212-333-7827 planethollywoodintl.com | AmeriCAn 313 W. 46th St. (8th-9th Aves.), 212-246-6513, 212-245-1707; larivistanyc.com | SteAK / SeAfood / itAliAn The best beef, steak, pasta, and seafood in town. 20% discount on food and beverages—see their display ad.

Open 7 days a week for lunch, dinner, and late night dining. Theatre groups, private parties from 10 to 75 budgeted. Celebrity & sports hangout. 50 years in Broadway’s Theatre District. Children’s menu available. Open 11ammidnight. All cards.

For great food, famous memorabilia, awesome merchandise, and out-of-this-world events, there’s no place like the Planet.

Thrill to the magic of Hollywood surrounded by the largest movie memorabilia collection in the world! The menu features freshly prepared dishes -- unique appetizers, unusual pastas and salads, sandwiches, burgers, grilled fare, tempting desserts and specialty drinks. Planet Hollywood apparel and collectible souvenirs are available in the merchandise shop. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

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1604 Broadway (48th-49th Sts.), 212-388-5565; oprycitystage.com

114 W. 47th St. (6th-7th Aves.), 212-278-0100 suzukinyc.com | JAPAneSe

Opry City Stage is New York’s home for country music and culture, with good food and good times rooted in the South and served up in Times Square. Throughout the venue’s four floors, guests enjoy the sights and sounds of Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry, including a broad range of live country music played all day, never-before-seen artifacts from the Opry Archives, and more. A tempting menu offers Southern favorites for breakfast at 8am, lunch at 11:30am, and dinner, and Happy Hour is available 4-7pm every day.

Multi-concept restaurant offering modern Japanese cuisine, alongside an ever-evolving traditional kaiseki tasting meal.

Traditional vegan Shojin kaiseki, as well as Gozen-style lunch sets and pre-theatre offering. Sushi bar offers an Edomae-style omakase dinner prepared, served, and curated by masterful chefs Toshio Suzuki and Kentaro Sawada. Delicate flavors of the seas direct from Tokyo’s Tsukiji Market daily. Enjoy group gatherings in privacy of private dining room and lounge, perfect for dinners or happy hour parties.

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Since 1975, serving exceptional cuisine in Little Italy

IL Cortile Ristorante

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Tues-Sat since 1995

254 West 72nd Street (Broadway/West End Ave) 212.579.0222 sugarbarnyc.com

If you are looking for authentic Italian coffee in the coffee wasteland that is midtown, look no further.

We serve coffee just like they do in Italy - straight up with minimum of fuss, with tasty panini & Italian pastries.

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Homemade pasta, fresh seafood, veal, poultry & more 173 Mulberry Street (between Grand & Broome Sts.) www.lunellas.com (212) 966-6639

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One-of-a-kind elegant fine dining, drinks, and extravagant live entertainment at one of NYC’s very best restaurants.

Outstanding Mediterranean menu features seafood, salads, steaks. Surf ‘n’ turf kebobs with shrimp, scallops, and filet mignon; Lobster Thermidor; 18-oz rib-eye; Porterhouse for two. Also raw bar, creative cocktails, and a lengthy wine/ champagne list. All in a stunning, opulent interior with Italian marble, leather seats, and crystal chandeliers.

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254 W. 72nd St. (Broadway-West end Ave.) 212-579-0222, sugarbarnyc.com | AMeriCAn Famed singing duo Nick Ashford & Valerie Simpson opened this mecca of fine dining and nightly live entertainment in 1996. A magnet for celebrities like Bruce Willis, Stevie Wonder, Whoopi Goldberg, Eddie Murphy. Enjoy delicious Southern-accented American fare like pork chops, crispy chicken, seafood stew, fried catfish, cheeseburgers, etc., or chill at the lively bar scene. Intimate and elegant with the feel of an old country village. Tues. thru Sat. from 5pm.

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Magic, Laughter, and a Few Cold Brews Welcome to the world capital of nightlife: the city that never sleeps. Legendary jazz spots share blocks with DJ-driven nightclubs. Visit City Guide’s website for all the bold-face names you can find performing on any given night in NYC.

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known to drop in on this upscale, intimate setting. Upcoming highlights include Paul Virzi (#1 iTunes performance Night at The Stand) on 8/10-8/11, British comedienne Gina Yashere (8/17-8/18), writer, performer, and comedian Chad Daniels (8/24-8/25), and the Gotham Comedy Live All-Stars (8/31-9/1). 208 W. 23rd St. (btw.

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Right in the heart of Times Square, LOL Times Square Comedy Club is a new spot for comedy and magic. Every night of the week sees shows for both locals and visitors alike. On the laughter side, New York comics share the stage with traveling pros. There are over 30 performances a week, including family-friendly shows in the first slot of the schedule. Magic shows are performed nightly as well; enjoy entry to both with one ticket (see City Guide’s discount coupon on page 105).

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Opry City Stage is New York’s new home for country music and culture, with good food and good times rooted in the South and served up in Times Square. Catch the sights and sounds of Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry with rising country group Sweet Tea Trio, fresh off of tour dates with Kid Rock and Bon Jovi (8/22-8/23),and intimate showcases with The Bluebird Cafe Songwriter Series coming up next on Friday, August 24th. A tempting menu offers Southern favorites for breakfast at 8am, lunch at 11:30am, and dinner; Happy Hour is available 4-7pm every day.

1604 Broadway (49th St.), 212-388-5565, oprycitystage.com

INSIDER TIP New York favorite HEARTLAND BREWERY has consistently brewed the city’s freshest craft beers. You’ll find locals and visitors alike enjoying seasonal brews and all-time classics.

The food is excellent, too—see for yourself at the two-story, 450-seat HEARTLAND BREWERY AND ROTISSERIE inside the Empire State Building, and in Times Square at HEARTLAND BREWERY MIDTOWN WEST, HEARTLAND BREWERY AND CHOPHOuSE, and HB BuRgER. If you’re looking for a memorable night downtown, don’t miss two great New York beer halls: HOuSTON HALL and FLATIRON HALL. heartlandbrewery.com

For more nightlife info, including the best jazz spots and the city’s can’t-miss rooftop bars, check out cityguideny.com on your desktop, tablet, or smart phone.

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254 W. 72nd St. (Broadway-West end Ave.) 212-579-0222, sugarbarnyc.com Famed singing duo Nick Ashford & Valerie Simpson opened this mecca of fine dining and nightly live entertainment in 1996. Sip a cocktail and relax into the R&B, blues, jazz, Caribbean, and traditional African music that plays most every Tuesday through Saturday night here. Thursdays are Open Mic Nights, featuring the Sugar Bar All Star Band.

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A new space for comedy and magic in the heart of Times Square. Shows 7 days. New York comics share the stage with traveling pros. Over 30 shows a week, including family-friendly shows. Mon.-Thurs. 7:15, 8:30, 9:15, 10:30, 11:45pm; Fri. 7:15pm, 8:30, 9:15, 10:30, 12, 1:15am; Sat. 5:30, 7:30, 8:45, 9:45, 10:45, 12, 1:15am; Sun. 7:30pm, 9, 10:30, 11:45pm. Magic shows: Mon.-Sat 7pm; Sun. 6pm.

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Opry City Stage is New York’s home for country music and culture, with good food and good times rooted in the South and served up in Times Square. Throughout the venue’s four floors, guests enjoy the sights and sounds of Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry, including a broad range of live country music played all day, never-before-seen artifacts from the Opry Archives, and more. A tempting menu offers Southern favorites for breakfast at 8am, lunch at 11:30am, and dinner, and Happy Hour is available 4-7pm every day.

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ST TON MOR Y ST LERO N ST NOLITA KSTO CLAR ST TON PRINCE ST OUS KING ST ST N WH RLTO SPRING ST SPRING ST CHA AM ST ST EY D C DELAN VAN T ST S ST ING ICK AY OOME IN BR SPR BROOME DOM ST DW T S RAND ST ME G OA ROO BR CANA B GRAND ST ST ST L ST HESTER EA T ST S ST WAT SSE BRO LISPENARD DES TRY ST VES T ST WALKER ST H LAIG RT ST E WHIT E ST HUB FRANKLIN ST E ST LEONARD ST OOR ST NM WORTH ST T OE NS NR THOMAS ST RISO MO HAR DUANE ST Ma nha ST ttan READE ST ON R Brid DIS CHAMBERS ST RD ge MA FD WARREN ST WARREN ST City Hall PARK PL MURRAY ST City Hall Park MURRAY ST St.John’s PARK PL Pace University University BARCLAY ST Brook VESEY ST VESSEY ST lyn B SEAPORT ridge FULTON ST HISTORIC DISTRICT DEY ST FU

Hoboken - WTC PATH Newark - WTC PATH

ELLIS ISLAND

Br o o kly nB att er y

ST

CH ER RY

WOOSTER ST GREENE ST

CHURCH ST

ST CHRYSTIE FORSYTH ST ST ELDRIDGE ALLEN ST ST ORCHARD LUDLOW ST ESSEX ST NORFOLK ST SUFFOLK ST CLINTON ST ST ATTORNEY RIDGE ST PITT ST

RY BOWE

ST JAMES PL

PEA RL ST

DO CA WN ING

LIBERTY ISLAND

GO LD ST

WATER ST FRONT ST SOU TH ST

CE RRA R TE RIVE

BAXTER ST ST MULBERRY MOTT ST ST TH BE IZA EL

CENTRE ST

WILLIAM ST

PEARL ST

T ST WES

NORTH END AVE

MACDOUGAL SULLIVAN ST THOMPSON ST W BROADWAY

ST SON HUD

BATTERY PL

Y HWA E HIG T SID WES

EY JERS NEW

Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises

W 39TH ST W 38TH ST W 37TH ST

Port Authority Bus Terminal

W 36TH ST Macy’s

Herald Square PATH

W 35TH ST

Penn Station Madison Square Garden

Bryant Park

E 31ST ST

E 32ND ST

E 33RD ST

E 34TH ST

E 35TH ST

E 36TH ST

E 37TH ST

E 38TH ST

E 39TH ST

E 40TH ST

E 41ST ST

E 43RD ST Grand Central Terminal New York Public Library

Empire State Building

Union Sq. Park

E 42ND ST

Chrysler Building

E 7TH ST

E 6TH ST E 5TH ST

Queens-Midtown Tunnel

gJFK & LGA

Tompkins Sq. Park

E 8TH ST

ALPHABET CITY

E 14TH ST

STUYVESANT TOWN

ST SON HUD

E 1ST ST

E 4TH ST E 3RD ST E 2ND ST

ST MARKS PL

E 13TH ST E 12TH ST E 11TH ST E 10TH ST E 9TH ST

E 15TH ST

E 16TH ST

E 17TH ST

E 18TH ST

E 19TH ST

E 20TH ST

E 21ST ST

E 22ND ST

E 23RD ST

E 24TH ST

E 25TH ST

E 26TH ST

E 27TH ST

E 28TH ST

E 29TH ST

E 30TH ST

KIPS BAY

Baruch College

Gramercy Park

Cooper Union

NOHO

TON ST E HOUS

urg Williamsb Bridge

QUEENS

W 43RD ST

W 41ST ST

W 42ND ST W 40TH ST

W 34TH ST W 33RD ST W 32ND ST W 31ST ST

Chelsea Park Fashion Insitute of Technology

PATH

Madison Sq. Park

FLATIRON DISTRICT

PATH

New School W 10TH ST W 9TH ST

W 8TH ST

WAVERLY PL WASHINGTON SQ N WASHINGTON PL Washington Sq. Park

BLEECKER ST

W 3RD ST New York University

1ST AVE

Zephyr & New York Water Taxi

Lincoln Tunnel

Jacob Javits Center

W 30TH ST W 29TH ST W 28TH ST W 27TH ST W 26TH ST W 25TH ST W 24TH ST

W 23RD ST W 22ND ST W 21ST ST W 20TH ST W 19TH ST W 18TH ST

Rubin Museum

W 13TH ST

GR W 12TH ST E E NW W 11TH ST ICH AV E

PATH ST

BE DF OR DS T

NOLITA PRINCE ST

DR FDR

W 17TH ST W 16TH ST W 15TH ST

W 14TH ST Whitney Museum T ST OOR SEV T GAN S ATIO HOR T ES JAN H ST 2T W 1 NE ST HU BET ST T NK BA TH S T 11 S W RRY ST PE LES

AR ST ER CH 0TH PH 1 W STO RI CH

ST ROW BAR ST TON MOR Y ST LERO

ST STON

N GTO HIN WAS

K CLAR ST TON OUS KING ST N ST WH

AVE C

Chelsea Piers

TH H PA PAT

AVE B

MEATPACKING DISTRICT

St

FDR DR

MANGIN

EAST RIVER

AVE D

SHERIFF COLUMBIA BARUCH DR PL BARUCH

FDR DR

AVE A

1ST AVE

3RD AVE 3RD AVE ERY BOW

6TH AVE

LEXI LEXINGTON AVE

LAFAYETTE ST

2ND AVE

ST CHRYSTIE FORSYTH ST ST ELDRIDGE ALLEN ST ST ORCHARD LUDLOW ST ESSEX ST NORFOLK ST SUFFOLK ST CLINTON ST ST ATTORNEY RIDGE ST PITT ST

2ND AVE

UNIVERSITY PL

MERCER ST

AY ADW BRO

8TH AVE

MA

MADISON AVE

AY ADW BRO WOOSTER ST GREENE ST

PARK AVE

BROADWAY

5TH AVE 5TH AVE MACDOUGAL SULLIVAN ST THOMPSON ST W BROADWAY

7TH AVE JON ES CO RN ELI A

DO CAR WN M ING INE ST ST

10TH AVE Highline Park

11TH AVE Y HWA E HIG T SID S E W

9TH AVE Y HWA HIG IDE ST S

12TH AVE

HUDSON RIVER

ST

Central Park

MUSEUM MILE

Guggenheim Museum

E 97TH ST

Metropolitan Museum of Art

Carl Shurz Park

Gracie Mansion

YORKVILLE

E 96TH ST E 95TH ST E 94TH ST E 93RD ST E 92ND ST E 91ST ST E 90TH ST E 89TH ST E 88TH ST E 87TH ST

E 86TH ST E 85TH ST E 84TH ST E 83RD ST E 82ND ST E 81ST ST E 80TH ST

E 79TH ST E 78TH ST E 77TH ST E 76TH ST E 75TH ST E 74TH ST E 73RD ST

E 72ND ST E 71ST ST E 70TH ST E 69TH ST E 68TH ST E 67TH ST E 66TH ST

Tramway

ROOSEVELT ISLAND

C

T

LEGEND

W 97TH ST

Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir

The Great Lawn

Turtle Pond

Frick Collection

Hunter College

Bloomingdale’s

Queensboro Bridge

NewYorkSightseeing.com

W 96TH ST W 95TH ST W 94TH ST W 93RD ST W 92ND ST W 91ST ST W 90TH ST W 89TH ST W 88TH ST W 87TH ST

W 86TH ST

American Museum of Natural History The Ramble

The Lake

East Green

Central Park Zoo

E 58TH ST

TURTLE BAY

EAST END AVE

FDR DR

W 85TH ST W 84TH ST W 83RD ST W 82ND ST W 81ST ST W 80TH ST

W 79TH ST

Strawberry Fields Sheep Meadow

The Pond

E 65TH ST E 64TH ST E 63RD ST E 62ND ST E 61ST ST E 60TH ST

E 59TH ST

E 56TH ST

E 57TH ST E 55TH ST E 54TH ST E 53RD ST E 52ND ST E 51ST ST

United Nations

E 42ND ST

Chrysler Building

YORK AVE

FD

212.812.2700

Julliard

MAD

Carnegie Hall

MoMA

St. Patrick’s Cathedral

E 49TH ST

E 50TH ST

E 41ST ST E 40TH ST

1ST AVE

W 78TH ST W 77TH ST W 76TH ST W 75TH ST W 74TH ST W 73RD ST

W 71ST ST W 70TH ST W 69TH ST W 68TH ST W 67TH ST W 66TH ST

Lincoln Center

W 65TH ST W 64TH ST W 63RD ST W 62ND ST W 61ST ST W 60TH ST

THEATER DISTRICT

Fordham University

W 51ST ST

W 52ND ST

W 53RD ST

W 54TH ST

W 55TH ST

W 56TH ST

W 57TH ST

W 58TH ST

W 59TH ST

W 72ND ST

DeWitt Clinton Park

W 50TH ST

E 48TH ST E 47TH ST E 46TH ST E 45TH ST E 44TH ST

New York Public Library

3RD AVE

PARK AVE PARK AVE

E 43RD ST Grand Central Terminal

5TH AVE

LEXINGTON AVE LEXINGTON AVE

5TH AVE Rockefeller Center

Bryant Park

2ND AVE

6TH AVE

CENTRAL PARK WEST CENTRAL PARK WEST

8TH AVE RESTAURANT ROW

W 49TH ST CLINTONHELL’S KITCHEN W 48TH ST

W 47TH ST

W 46TH ST W 45TH ST W 44TH ST W 43RD ST

7TH AVE

C

COLUMBUS AVE 9TH AVE

Port Authority Bus Terminal

BROADWAY

AMSTERDAM AVE

ay adw Bro 10TH AVE

W 42ND ST W 41ST ST W 40TH ST

FDR DR

WEST END AVE 11TH AVE

DOUBL DOU BLE-DE E-DE CK E R BUS TO U RS I N MA MANHAT NHAT TA N A ND BRO O K LY N

EENS

Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises Zephyr & New York Water Taxi

12TH AVE

MADISON AVE MADISON AVE

WEST SIDE HIGHWAY

C RU I SE S ARO U ND MA NHAT TA N

W 12 5TH ST

MORNINGSIDE DR

W 125TH ST

Morningside Park

Apollo Theater

Marcus Garvey Park

E 125TH ST

E 116TH ST E 115TH ST E 113TH ST

Jefferson Park

Randall’s Island Park

Triborough Bridge

FDR DR

H Harlem

VE SA LA HO NIC ST

LEGEND

W 116TH ST Columbia University

Ward’s Island Park

TS Times Square

LI

W 115TH ST W 114TH ST

E 110TH ST

E 112TH ST E 111TH ST

E 96TH ST

UWS Upper West Side

CH Chelsea

Little Italy

C

W 113TH ST

Museum of the City of NY East Meadow

E 109TH ST E 108TH ST E 107TH ST E 106TH ST E 105TH ST E 104TH ST E 103RD ST E 102ND ST E 101ST ST E 100TH ST E 99TH ST E 98TH ST E 97TH ST

ME Midtown East

Chinatown

W 110TH ST

North Meadow

MUSEUM MILE

UES Upper East Side

EV East Village

T

The Great Hill The Pool

ADAM CLAYTON POWELL BLVD Central Park

GV Greenwich Village MW Midtown West

SH SoHo

Tribeca

1ST AVE 1ST AVE E 95TH ST E 94TH ST E 93RD ST E 92ND ST E 91ST ST

LES Lower East Side

FD Financial District

W 112TH ST W 111TH ST

Riverside Park

L PARK WEST

3RD AVE 3RD AVE

AMSTERDAM AVE W 109TH ST W 108TH ST W 107TH ST W 106TH ST W 105TH ST W 104TH ST W 103RD ST W 102ND ST W 101ST ST W 100TH ST W 99TH ST W 98TH ST W 97TH ST

MANHATTAN AVE

RIVERSIDE DRIVE

W 96TH ST

COLUMBUS AVE

2ND AVE 2ND AVE

PARK AVE

PARK AVE

MADISON AVE

ADISON AVE

LEXINGTON AVE

XINGTON AVE

5TH AVE

5TH AVE

WEST END AVE W 95TH ST W 94TH ST W 93RD ST W 92ND ST W 91ST ST

BROADWAY

Grant’s Tomb

HENRY HUDSON PARKWAY

LENOX AVE

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Lower Manhattan CE2

CHELSEA

PATH

Discover the birthplace of New York City FLATIRON DISTRICT

Highline Park

STUYVESANT TOWN

GRAMERCY

PATH

Zephyr & New York Water Taxi

Zephyr & New York Water Taxi Downtown Heliport Liberty Helicopter Helicopter Flight Services

Statue of Liberty Ellis Island Ferries

LIBERTY ISLAND

Ma nha ttan

Bro okl yn Ba tte ry

Tun nel

Brid ge

MANGIN

FDR DR

AVE D

AVE C

ST

R RD FD

Staten Island Ferry

ELLIS ISLAND

SHERIFF COLUMBIA BARUCH DR BARUCH PL

AVE B

AVE A

CH ER RY

ST JAMES PL

GO LD ST

ST

Zephyr & New York Water Taxi

WATER ST FRONT ST SOU TH ST

WILLIAM ST

T ES IDG BR

OE NR MO

PEARL ST

BATTERY PL

2ND AVE ERY BOW

BAXTER ST ST MULBERRY MOTT ST ST ELIZABETH

CENTRE ST

Battery Park

1ST AVE

3RD AVE

MERCER ST

CHURCH ST

ST SON HUD

T ST WES

NORTH END AVE

L YP TER BAT

Museum at Eldridge St

ST

Museum of Jewish Heritage

Skysraper Museum

CEY ST DELAN Y E ST ST BROOM WA LES GRAND AD Tenement O Museum BR ST ST EA HESTER

Brook SEAPORT lyn B ridge HISTORIC DISTRICT FUL TON JOHN South Street Seaport ST ST

PINE ST WALL ST NY Stock Exchange

D ST OA BR LL HA ITE WH

3RD PL 2ND PL 1ST PL

DEY ST CORTLANDT Century 21

GREENWICH ST

GTON WASHIN

RECTOR ST W THAMES PL

LIBERTY

TON ST E HOUS

ST ON DIS MA

City Hall City Hall Park

E 8TH ST

ST ON INT CL T N SS SO ER ER TG FF JE RU

ST

WARREN ST PARK PL MURRAY ST PARK PL MURRAY ST BARCLAY ST VESEY ST VESSEY ST One World Observatory

E 1ST ST

T ES IN T ER S TH ER CA OLIV

ICH ENW GRE

CHAMBERS ST

Tompkins Sq. Park

ST ER RK MA

WHITE ST FRANKLIN ST LEONARD ST WORTH ST THOMAS ST DUANE ST Court READE ST Buildings

WARREN ST

ALPHABET CITY

E 4TH ST E 3RD ST E 2ND ST

SPRING ST

LISPENARD ST WALKER ST

N RISO HAR

Hoboken - WTC PATH Newark - WTC PATH

NOLITA PRINCE ST

CROSBY ST

BROOME ST GRAND ST

E ST OOR NM

E 5TH ST

NOHO

BROADWAY

SPRING ST

T ST S ST WAT SSE BRO E D S TRY ST S E V T HT S LAIG RT ST E HUB

CE RRA R TE RIVE

WOOSTER ST GREENE ST

ST

MACDOUGAL SULLIVAN ST THOMPSON ST W BROADWAY

N GTO HIN WAS

ST KING ON ST RLT CHA DAM ST N A T V G S ST Children’s RIN Museum of the Arts SP MINICK DO Fire Museum

rk

E 6TH ST

BLEECKER ST

ST

TON OUS WH

E 7TH ST

ERY BOW

W 3RD ST New York University

BE DF OR D

MOR Y ST LERO N ST KSTO CLAR

a ew

BROADWAY

JON CO ES RN ELI A

PATH

E 13TH ST E 12TH ST E 11TH ST E 10TH ST E 9TH ST

ST MARKS PL

Cooper Union

LAFAYETTE ST

5TH AVE

W 8TH ST

CANA L ST

fN

UNIVERSITY PL

W 10TH ST W 9TH ST

WAVERLY PL WASHINGTON SQ N WASHINGTON PL Washington Sq. Park

TO T RIS BARROW S ST CH TON

Y HWA E HIG T SID WES

New School

CA DO RMI WN NE ING ST ST

ST SON HUD

SE GAN IO ST AT HOR ST Whitney JANE ST Museum 2TH W 1 NE ST U H BET ST T NK BA TH S T 11 S W RRY ST PE LES ST ST AR 0TH R CH W 1 HE P

TH PA H St AT d tP r 3 S - 3 3rd en 3 ok q b S Ho nal ur Jo

E 14TH ST

W 13TH ST

GR W 12TH ST EEN W 11TH ST WIC HA VE

ST CHRYSTIE FORSYTH ST ST ELDRIDGE ALLEN ST ST ORCHARD LUDLOW ST ESSEX ST NORFOLK ST SUFFOLK ST CLINTON ST ST ATTORNEY RIDGE ST PITT ST

MEATPACKING DISTRICT VOORT ST

PEA RL ST

W 14TH ST

East River Park

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