It doesn’t matter who you are or where you are from...
1937 Isaac Stern’s debut recital
1928 Andres Segovia performs the first guitar recital in New York.
1921 The Opening of The Town Hall
1926 Paul Robeson and Lawrence Brown commence their stateside tour
1924 Marian Anderson’s debut recital
1945 Dizzy Gillespie and Charlie Parker perform and record an album 1946 Billie Holiday’s performs her first solo concert 1951 Lotte Lenya performs a tribute to Kurt Weill
1963 Bob Dylan’s concert hall debut opens up the hall to folk music.
1964 Coretta Scott King debuts the Freedom Concert Series 1964 Joao Gilberto’s solo New York debut.
1959 Nina Simone’s concert hall debut and first live album.
1966 Thich Nhat Hanh participates in Poets for Peace with writers such as Arthur Miller, Anais Nin and Ishmael Reed.
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1957 Ravi Shankar performs 9 years before he meets the Beatles
98 Years!
THE TOWN HALL PRESENTS
19/20
Season The Town Hall was created by suffragists, who opened the doors in 1921 to everybody in this city--to learn, to share ideas, and to express themselves. There were no gender barriers, no racial barriers, no religious barriers. Everybody was welcomed to The Town Hall--to speak, to listen, and to perform. Those principles of inclusiveness are what made Town Hall’s landmark cultural and artistic history. The founding mothers of Town Hall weren’t just on the right side of history, they made history because they were on the right side of humanity.
In honor of those principles, and of serving the well-being of all New Yorkers, The Town Hall endeavors to present a stimulating season of arts and expression for all, a year of events that connects and celebrates all peoples and communities of New York City. With an open door to all its citizenry and the genuine embodiment of a “town hall,” this national historic landmark venue continues to be a welcome home of expression, education, and exploration for all New Yorkers, with a season of events as diverse as the city it serves.
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THE TOWN HALL PRESENTS
GLOBAL ICONS Series
Monday, September 30, 2019 • 8pm
Debbie Harry: Face It with Chris Stein and Rob Roth
Blondie frontwoman and rock icon Debbie Harry introduces her new memoir, Face It with an in-depth conversation, photo /video remembrances and more. Presented in Partnership with Strand Books Tickets start at $44
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Global Icons Series
Wednesday, November 6, 2019 • 8pm
The Lantern Tour II
Concert for Migrant and Refugee Families with
Emmylou Harris Jackson Browne The Mastersons Patty Griffin Thao Nguyen David Pulkingham & Special Guests An intimate evening of acoustic music to benefit the Women’s Refugee Commission and their advocacy on behalf of migrant and refugee families seeking safety at the U.S. border. Tickets start at $50
The Women’s Refugee Commission WRC has a long history of documenting conditions for asylum-seeking women and children at the U.S. border and then advocating for their rights and protections. Since the Trump administration came into power, it has taken an even more robust leadership role in identifying human rights violations.
“I am thrilled to be teaming up again with the Women’s Refugee Commission. They are on the front lines in advocating for the safety of displaced women and children. It is my honor to continue this important partnership and to bring my music friends along for another powerful tour.”
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- Emmylou Harris
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THE TOWN HALL PRESENTS
Friday, February 21, 2020 • 8pM
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Fatoumata Diawara Hailed as one of the most vital standard-bearers of modern African music, singer, songwriter, and guitarist Fatoumata Diawara is taking her artistry to fresh and thrilling heights. Tickets start at $35
Global Icons Series
Tuesday, March 17, 2020 • 8pm
The Chieftains
“The Irish Goodbye” Featuring Paddy Maloney Performing their final NYC concert after a storied 57 year career, six-time Grammy Award winners The Chieftains have been highly recognized for reinventing traditional Irish music on a contemporary and International scale. Their ability to transcend musical boundaries to blend tradition with modern music has notably proven them to be one of the most renowned and revered musical groups to this day. Tickets Start at $40
Friday, March 20, 2020 • 8pm
Miguel Poveda Miguel Poveda is among the most popular and innovative flamenco singers in the world. This special concert is part of the city-wide Flamenco Festival. He will be joined by a full ensemble with flamenco dancer Antonio Molina “El Choro.” Tickets start at $50
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THE TOWN HALL PRESENTS
Friday, May 8, 2020 • 8pm
The Lord is Listenin’ To Ya, Hallelujah! Celebrating Carla Bley Arturo O’Farrill and the Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra with Carla Bley, Steve Swallow, and other Special Guests
Jazz legend and composer Carla Bley has created some of the most mystifying, challenging, and ecstatic music of the 20th and 21st centuries. Friday, May 8, Arturo O’Farrill will lead a tribute to the groundbreaking composer Carla Bley, featuring his Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra and special guests, including Bley and longtime collaborator Steve Swallow. On that evening, the Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra will also debut a new Carla Bley composition. A former bandmate of Bley, renowned Latin jazz composer and bandleader Arturo O’Farrill relishes the opportunity to celebrate one of his heroes. Tickets start at $25
Thursday, May 9, 2020 • 8pm
Django A Go Go French guitarist Stephane Wrembel and guests celebrate the music of Django Reinhardt and the constant evolution of Gypsy Jazz. Tickets start at $45
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Global Icons Series
Since 1921, Town Hall has been New York’s gathering place where people from all walks of life can come together to engage in the arts. Our Sustaining Membership offers exclusive benefits including: • Advance Ticket Access • Complimentary and discounted tickets • Access to the best seats in the Hall • Invitations to special events, artists’ meet and greets and our Annual Friends of the Arts Gala By becoming a Sustaining Member, you are helping us continue our rich tradition of bringing the widest range of voices and performers from all over the world to New York City audiences.
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Membership
For more information on how to join, contact: Helen Morris Director of Administration, Memberships, and Subscriptions membership@thetownhall.org
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Young Patrons Circle Town Hall’s Young Patrons Circle (YPC) is a special membership group for patrons age 21-40 that engages in social and educational activities through exciting events, performances, and programming. Young Patrons are brought together by a shared love of the arts, a deep interest in social change and civic engagement, and a desire to become a part of a growing group of like-minded individuals. Members are provided with a meaningful opportunity to develop a closer relationship with Town Hall and its historic role in the fabric on NYC’s arts community.
For more information about the Young Patrons Circle, please contact Jacquie Maddox, Director of Development | development@thetownhall.org
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SUBSCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE
20th Anniversary Season
Broadway by the Year® Town Hall’s signature series, Broadway by the Year®, begins its record-breaking 20th season in February, 2020. This altogether original series created, written, directed, and hosted by Scott Siegel has been that rare concert creation: beloved by both critics and audiences throughout its remarkable history as a vehicle for today’s great stars to honor the brilliant songs of Broadway’s storied past. Critically acclaimed by the likes of Playblll.com and The New York Times, Broadway by the Year® has earned accolades while also giving its audiences the chance to see such stars as Sutton Foster, Marc Kudisch, Jessie Mueller, Stephanie J. Block, Brian d’Arcy James, Emily Skinner, Robert Goulet, Cheyenne Jackson, Sierra Boggess, and so many other Broadway luminaries at a fraction of the price of a Broadway musical. The combination of talent, entertainment, and Scott Siegel’s penchant for extraordinary surprises, has made Broadway by the Year® a beloved New York institution.
and The Edythe Kenner Foundation
“…an invaluable and entertaining jewel in the cabaret crown of New York.” - Show Business Weekly
“Witty, breezily paced... informative...valuable... the right perspective of lighthearted nostalgia...” - The New York Times
Dates: Monday, Monday, Monday, Monday, and...
February 24 • 8pm March 30 • 8pm May 18 • 8pm June 22 • 8pm
Monday, July 20
Broadway Rising Stars Series Subscriptions available
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These are just some of the shows that will be honored during the 20th Anniversary Season of Broadway by the Year. Famous songs from these hit musicals will be performed by our starry casts over the four shows of our much-anticipated celebratory season! The Producers Curtains Thoroughly Modern Millie The Drowsy Chaperone Wicked Grey Gardens Avenue Q In The Heights Jersey Boys Xanadu The Color Purple Young Frankenstein Title of Show Shrek
Next to Normal Baby it’s You Million Dollar Quartet The Book of Mormon Once Kinky Boots Beautiful
Come From Away An American in Paris Dear Evan Hansen Hamilton Waitress Holiday Inn Moulin Rouge and More!
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Broadway Series
The Town hall + Mark Cortale Present
Seth Rudetsky’s Broadway Music director and host Seth Rudetsky welcomes the greatest Broadway performers for an up-close and personal conversation and concert. Join us as Megan Hilty + Jessie Mueller, Patina Miller, and Brian Stokes Mitchell chat with Seth and sing a dozen songs from their storied careers and personal journeys. The format of each concert will be a seamless mix of intimate behind-the-scenes stories prompted by Rudetsky’s funny, insightful and revealing questions – and the music from the stars’ stellar Broadway careers. This new series promises three different evenings of show-stopping songs and hilarity not to be missed.
Monday, December 2 • 8pm
Megan Hilty & Jessie Mueller Megan Hilty starred in NBC TV’s Smash, and Sean Saves The World opposite Sean Hayes. She made her Broadway debut as Glinda in Wicked and was nominated for Tony, Drama Desk, and Drama League awards for her performance as Brooke in Roundabout’s revival of Noises Off, and Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle and Drama League nominations as Doralee in Broadway’s 9 to 5: The Musical. Megan stars as Patsy Cline in the new Lifetime movie Patsy & Loretta opposite Jessie Mueller as Loretta Lynn, which premiered October 19, 2019. Jessie Mueller was nominated for a Tony Award in the role of Julie Jordan in the recent revival of Carousel, and prior to that was nominated for Tony, Drama Desk and Grammy Awards for originating the role of Jenna in the hit musical Waitress. She earned all three awards for her starring role as Carole King in Beautiful - The Carole King Musical. Jessie stars as Loretta Lynn in the new Lifetime TV movie Patsy & Loretta opposite Megan Hilty as Patsy Cline, which premiered October 19, 2019.
Monday, February 3 • 8pm
Patina Miller Patina Miller currently stars on the CBS hit series Madam Secretary. She is most famously known for her Tony Award winning role as Leading Player in the Broadway revival of Pippin, which also brought her an Outer Critics Circle Award and nominations for Drama League and Astaire Awards. She made her Broadway debut as the gutsy nightclubsinger-turned-nun, Deloris Van Cartier in Sister Act. Patina made her feature film debut as Commander Paylor in Lionsgate’s famous trilogy The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1, and Part 2.
Monday, April 13 • 8pm
Brian Stokes Mitchell Brian Stokes Mitchell, dubbed “the last leading man” by The New York Times, is a twotime Tony Award-winner who continues to enjoy a 40-year career that spans Broadway, television, film, and concert appearances. He received Tony, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle awards for his star turn in Kiss Me, Kate and Tony-nominations for his performances in Man of La Mancha, August Wilson’s King Hedley II, and Ragtime. Other notable Broadway shows include Kiss of the Spider Woman, Jelly’s Last Jam, and Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown.
This series is raising funds for Sandy Hook Promise. sandyhookpromise.org Series Subscriptions start at $150
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SHOWS FROM OUR PRESENTING PARTNERS
The Town Hall is a proud Supporting Partner of the following shows: Monday, October 28, 2019 • 8PM
My Body, My Business Broadway Stands Up for Freedom Spend an unforgettable evening with fellow art and music lovers celebrating the power of resistance through expression. Featuring Broadway stars and up-and-coming artists performing songs that celebrate the ACLU and NYCLU, civil rights and civil liberties. This year’s theme My Body, My Business highlights women’s and trans rights. Level Forward will be honored for their contributions to making Broadway and media more inclusive; and Celia Keenan Bolger, recent Tony Award winner and long-time NYCLU champion, will receive the Michael Friedman Freedom Award. Tony winner Kelli O’Hara (Kiss Me, Kate) and Tony nominees Montego Glover (Memphis), Judy Kuhn (Fun Home), Phillipa Soo (Hamilton), and Eva Noblezada (Hadestown) will be joined by Krystina Alabado (Mean Girls), Julia Murney (Wicked), Jeannette Bayardelle (Hair), Shoba Narayan (Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812), and Shaina Taub (Public Works’ Twelfth Night), along with Starr Busby (Octet), L. Morgan Lee (A Strange Loop), Wé McDonald (NBC’s The Voice), and the Brooklyn Youth Chorus. Presented by the ACLU & NYCLU | Tickets start at $32, VIP tickets start at $252
Thursday, December 12, 2019 • 7:30PM
The Ally Coalition Presents: The 6th Annual Talent Show Less mortifying than the talent shows of high schools past, TAC Annual Talent Show is where your favorite artists perform in the name of giving back to LGBTQ youth. This year’s Talent Show celebrates five years of Ally Coalition—that’s five years of fighting for equality, pushing for representation, and bringing issues like youth homelessness to the forefront. The evening will benefit New York’s own New Alternatives for LGBTQ+ Homeless Youth. Presented by Ally Coalition
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Presenting Partners
SEP. 7 | Ezra Koenig of Vampire Weekend, Natalia Lafourcade, Sarah Jarosz, Jake Gyllenhaal, Matt Braunger, Holly Laurent SEP. 14 | The Lumineers, Raphael Saadiq, Aparna Nancherla, Maria Popova, Rachael Price SEP. 28 | Dawes, Jamila Woods, John Cameron Mitchell, Ann Patchett, Tom Papa OCT. 4 | Grace Potter, J.S. Ondara, Aoife O’Donovan OCT. 12 | Trey Anastasio, Sarah Jarosz, Tom Papa, The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis OCT. 26 | Rachael Price, Rachael & Vilray, Paul Simon, Mavis Staples, Janeane Garofalo
SHOWS FROM OUR PRESENTING PARTNERS
Starting in September, Live From Here with Chris Thile makes Town Hall its new home! Join us Saturdays in the Fall for this exciting national weekly broadcast!
NOV. 2 | Gregory Alan Isakov, Aoife O’Donovan, Common, Tom Papa, Serena Brook NOV. 16 | They Might Be Giants, Big Thief, Marina Franklin, Aoife O’Donovan NOV. 23 | Ryan Hamilton, Holly Laurent, Anais Mitchel DEC. 7 | The Pixies, Crooked Still, Aoife O’Donovan DEC. 14 | Sara Bareilles, Maria Bamford, Dave Hill, Sarah Jarosz
Presented by Minnesota Public Radio | Tickets start at $58
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Tickets, Tours & Travel
Tour the Historic Town Hall As a National Historic Landmark, The Town Hall has played a significant role in New York City’s cultural life and social evolution since 1921, when it was built by a suffragist organization as a gathering place for all New Yorkers. We invite you to take a guided tour, offered on most Friday mornings throughout the year.
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RESTAURANT PARTNERs CAFÉ UN DEUX TROIS 123 W 44th St (212) 354-4148 cafeundeuxtrois.com
HEARTLAND BREWERY & CHOPHOUSE 127 W 43rd St (646) 366-0235 heartlandbrewery.com
SAJU BISTRO 120 W 44th St (212) 997-7258 sajubistronyc.com
OSTERIA AL DOGE 142 W 44th St (212) 944-3643 osteriaaldogenyc.com
BXL CafÉ 125 W 43rd St 212/768-0200 bxlrestaurants.com
TONY’S DI NAPOLI 147 W 43rd St (212) 221-0100 tonysnyc.com
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Tickets, Tours & Travel
Getting AROuND
Mon
Debbie Harry: Face It
30 with Chris Stein and Rob Roth Sep 8pm
TUE
Wed
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NOV
2
DEC
mar
8pm
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Miguel Poveda
MAR
8pm
The Lantern Tour II
MON
Broadway by the Year
Emmylou Harris, Jackson Browne, Patty Griffin, The Mastersons, Thao Nguyen, David Pulkingham Plus Special Guests
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MAR MON
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APR
FRI
Seth Rudetsky’s Broadway:
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Megan Hilty & Jessie Mueller
MAY
8pm
Seth Rudetsky’s Broadway
FEB
8pm
FRI
Fatoumata Diawara
21
FEB
7pm
Seth Rudetsky’s Broadway
Brian Stokes Mitchell 8pm
The Lord Is Listenin’ To Ya, Hallelujah! Celebrating Carla Bley 8pm
MON
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The Irish Goodbye
7:30pm
8pm
MON
The Chieftains
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FRI
Bleak Creek:
29 Conversations with Rhett & Link
OCT
TUE
AT A GLANCE
ALL UPCOMING
Patina Miller
SAT
Stephane Wrembel’s
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Django A Go Go 2020
MAY
8pm
Mon
Broadway by the Year
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MAY
8pm
MON
by the Year 24 Broadway 7pm FEB
MON
22
JUN
7pm
Broadway by the Year 7pm
MON
Broadway Rising Stars
jul
7pm
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Season
19/20
THE TOWN HALL PRESENTS
It doesn’t matter who you are or where you are from, you are welcome at The Town Hall.