Brian Schaefer

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PURSUITS_WEB_Global Arts Calendar

Your Fall Global Culture Calendar: The Best Theater, Art, TV, Film, Dance and Books

What your editors are most excited for this fall

August 15, 2025

August 15, 2025

Your Fall Global Culture Calendar: The Best Theater, Art, TV, Film, Dance and Books

What your editors are most excited for this fall

PURSUITS_WEB_Global Arts Calendar

May 31, 2024

May 31, 2024

The Best Shows to See in New York City This Summer

There’s a lot out there after a spring jam-packed with openings. Here’s what’s worth your while.

The Best Shows to See in New York City This Summer

November 21, 2023

November 21, 2023

In Manahatta, 17th Century Fur Trade and 2008 Financial Crisis Share the Stage

The play by Mary Kathryn Nagle, now running at the Public Theater, connects the early economic exploitation of the Lenape people and the bank crashes of 2008.

In Manahatta, 17th Century Fur Trade and 2008 Financial Crisis Share the Stage

September 25, 2023

September 25, 2023

The Most Exciting Shows to See in New York City This Fall

From Broadway to the brand-new performing arts center at the World Trade Center, a wave of thrilling new productions and reinvigorated revivals is filling New York’s stages this fall.

The Most Exciting Shows to See in New York City This Fall

June 14, 2023

June 14, 2023

The Best Shows to See in New York City This Summer

From a disco-infused look at the life story of Ferdinand and Imelda Marcos to multiple reimaginings of Shakespeare’s Hamlet, there is plenty to dazzle this summer in the city.

The Best Shows to See in New York City This Summer

May 12, 2023

May 12, 2023

The Best Summer Dance Festivals in America and How to See Them

During June, July and August, creators and performers flee the city for more idyllic, inspirational environs.

The Best Summer Dance Festivals in America and How to See Them

February 19, 2022

February 19, 2022

Assembly Is an Ambitious, Joyful Collage of Black Art and Voguing

Rashaad Newsome’s multidisciplinary exhibition at the Park Avenue Armory goes deep on systems of oppression while also celebrating the glories of movement.

Rashaad Newsome, Assembly at Park Avenue Armory, 2022.

February 17, 2022

February 17, 2022

With ‘Visionary Voices,’ New York City Ballet Offers Glimpse of Its Future

A program of new and recent work by contemporary choreographers attempts to correct for the company’s past blind spots and hints at an exciting fresh direction.

New York City Ballet

May 11, 2020

May 11, 2020

After the Pandemic, a Return to a City of Bold Food and Fiery Dance

Tel Aviv is captivating in its contradictions and daring in its embrace of culture, which makes it a compelling choice for a first visit once travel becomes safer.

Sailboats In Sea Against Buildings In City

February 13, 2020

February 13, 2020

Radical New West Side Story Paints an Angry Young America

Through vividly reimagined choreography and video storytelling, a team of Europeans is bringing a 21st century vision of America to Broadway. Forget the old finger snaps.

Radical New West Side Story Paints an Angry Young America

October 18, 2019

October 18, 2019

In American Utopia, Byrne’s Music Is the Draw. The Dancing Is the Joy

Annie-B Parson challenges Broadway’s notion of choreography in David Byrne’s radical, intimate, concert-theater spectacle.

In American Utopia, Byrne’s Music Is the Draw. The Dancing Is the Joy

July 18, 2019

July 18, 2019

Moulin Rouge!, That Old Paris Courtesan, Looks Lovelier Than Ever

How set designer Derek McLane used metal, paint, and wood to capture the lushness and frenetic energy of the cult Baz Luhrmann film.

Moulin Rouge!, That Old Paris Courtesan, Looks Lovelier Than Ever

October 20, 2017

October 20, 2017

At American Ballet Theater, a Milestone and Momentum Forward

In 25 years at the helm of ABT, Kevin McKenzie has said hiring Alexei Ratmansky as artist-in-residence was one of his smartest moves.

Christine Shevchenko and Calvin Royal III in Songs of Bukovina.