Central Park SummerStage, a program of City Parks Foundation, presents free performances to serve the people of New York City in an outdoor setting accessible to people of all ages and tastes.
In some cases tickets must be collected prior to the date of the benefit, and all shows listed here are free and open to the public.
Saturday, July 11, 2009
From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Central Park SummerStage – Puerto Rico’s socially outspoken and critically praised urban-alternative Grammy winners. Presented in associated with the Latin Alternative Music Conference (LAMC).
Sunday, July 12, 2009
From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Central Park SummerStage Family Day!
A day for the entire family showcasing NiDJ Lance Rock & Brobee (of Yo Gabba Gabba!) The Fresh Beat Band Billy B. Storytime with Iza Trapani "Sleeping Beauty" Puppet Showckelodeon stars, hip music, storytelling, marionette puppets, and dancing.
Monday, July 13, 2009
From 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Central Park SummerStage – The Metropolitan Opera launches its Summer Recital with a special performance of opera arias and popular songs headlined by the Tony Award-winning baritone Paulo Szot and featuring Lisette Oropesa (soprano), Alek Shrader (tenor), and Vlad Iftinca (piano). Free with tickets.
Saturday, July 18, 2009
From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Central Park SummerStage – The beloved hip hop innovator and Renaissance man shares the day with musical trailblazers from around the globe. Presented in association with Giant Step.
Friday, July 24, 2009
From 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Central Park SummerStage – The sophisticated soul songstress shares a bill with the NYC’s own Afro Soul band and radio personality/soul music champion.
Saturday, July 25, 2009
From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Central Park SummerStage – Jerry Rivera and special guests N’Klabe – The Grammy-nominated, chart-topping salsero spices things up for an afternoon of música muy caliente. Presented in association with Globe Star Media.
Sunday, July 26, 2009
From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Central Park SummerStage – Ginuwine Joe Chico DeBarge. A full afternoon of R&B legends. Presented in association Kedar Entertainment & Globe Star Media.
Friday, July 31, 2009
From 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Central Park SummerStage – Two courageous choreographers stage an enthralling evening of provocative dance – RIOULT Germaul Barnes/Viewsic Expressions
Saturday, August 01, 2009
From 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Central Park SummerStage – M. Ward Mike Watt & Nels Cline + Yuka Honda and Dougie Bowne. A trio of songwriting innovators on one noteworthy evening line-up.
Sunday, August 02, 2009
From 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Central Park SummerStage – The natural born carioca is renowned for her trademark little red dress, twirling hoops and sensuous guitar work; followed by the US premiere of a wildly popular Brazilian comedy.
Monday, August 03, 2009 From 7:30 PM to 10:00 PM
Central Park SummerStage – A full set of music by Béla Fleck and Toumani Diabaté, followed by a screening of the documentary tracing Fleck’s journey through Africa in search of the origins of the banjo. Suggested Donation $5.
Wednesday, August 05, 2009
From 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Central Park SummerStage – The multi-faceted musician performs songs anchored in his beloved Cuba; followed by a screening of the unforgettable film that reconstructs the life of the island during the Batista era.
Thursday, August 06, 2009
From 7:30 PM to 10:00 PM
Central Park SummerStage – A dynamic evening of live music, celebrity guests, and elite award-winning short films compiled from the past ten years
Friday, August 07, 2009
From 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Central Park SummerStage – The accomplished modern dance company DCDC grounds their work in the African American experience. Choreographer Nathan Trice employs a diverse ensemble to create dance theater works
Saturday, August 08, 2009
From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Central Park SummerStage – A mega-dance party led by the go-to motivator and music producer extraordinaire.
Presented in association with Meanred Productions
Sunday, August 09, 2009
From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Central Park SummerStage – Soul takes center stage on this bill with heartfelt anthems, ballads, love songs and good vibes from three of today’s most sought after vocalists.
Presented in association with Globe Star Media
Monday, August 10, 2009
From 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
The SummerStage Gala raises funds for City Parks Foundation’s free year-round arts performances in parks citywide. This year's Gala will showcase the Pretenders, with Cat Power and Juliette Lewis.
Friday, August 14, 2009
From 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Central Park SummerStage – A very special evening of dance and music that will feature a world premiere by choreographer Christopher Wheeldon, set to new music by Martha Wainwright, both commissioned by City Parks Foundation.
Saturday, August 15, 2009
From 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Central Park SummerStage – A very special evening of dance and music that will feature a world premiere by choreographer Christopher Wheeldon, set to new music by Martha Wainwright, both commissioned by City Parks Foundation.
Sunday, August 16, 2009
From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
The mammoth alternative rock band and friends draw the 2009 season to a close in strident style. Dinosaur Jr. The Walkmen Saviours
