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A scene from Tchaikovsky's "Eugene Onegin." Photo: Ken Howard / Met Opera

Tag: Performing Arts

NEXT / NOW: A CLIVE DAVIS INSTITUTE SHOWCASE

Next / Now brings a cohort of emerging artists from NYU’s Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music to Guild Hall for an evening of original performance, hosted by JD Samson and Jeff Peretz. The program reflects a new generation working at the intersection of sound, storytelling, and technology.

Spanning genres and approaches—from intimate songwriting to experimental production—the evening highlights work that is both immediate and in development, offering a rare glimpse into process as much as performance.

 Artists to be announced.

BEST OF THE SECOND CITY

The Best of The Second City, an unforgettable evening from the world’s most influential name in comedy. This high-energy performance draws from The Second City’s rich archive, bringing together iconic material and fresh perspectives for a dynamic, contemporary showcase.

From the stages that launched stars like Tina Fey, Stephen Colbert, Steve Carell, and Keegan-Michael Key, this production blends signature improv with hilarious songs, beloved characters, and timeless sketches. Each piece is crafted by some of the sharpest comedic minds and reimagined by today’s boldest voices.

With its signature mix of wit, satire, and spontaneity, The Best of The Second City captures the spirit of a company that continues to shape the comedy landscape. Join us at Guild Hall for a night of smart, fearless humor and nonstop laughs.

Program may contain adult or mature content.

ANGEL BLUE IN RECITAL WITH BRYAN WAGORN PRESENTED BY THE METROPOLITAN OPERA & GUILD HALL

Presented by the Metropolitan Opera & Guild Hall

Grammy Award–winning soprano Angel Blue, one of today’s most celebrated operatic voices, brings her radiant tone and compelling artistry to an intimate recital experience.

A leading presence at the Metropolitan Opera since her debut as Mimì in La bohème, Blue has appeared in major productions including Porgy and Bess, Fire Shut Up in My Bones, and La traviata, and recently starred in the title role of Verdi’s Aida in the company’s first new production of the work in decades.

In this special co-presentation by the Metropolitan Opera and Guild Hall, Blue continues the distinguished tradition of Met recital appearances, offering audiences a rare opportunity to hear her in a more personal and expressive setting.

Bryan Wagorn, Collaborative Pianist

Repertoire to be announced.

FREESTYLE+ LIVE

From the team behind the Tony Award–winning Freestyle Love Supreme, Freestyle+ takes live performance into uncharted territory—where hip-hop, improv, dance, and theater collide in the moment of creation.

Built on the pulse of the cipher, Freestyle+ brings together boundary-pushing artists to create, remix, and respond in real time. Beats drop, bodies move, stories unfold—nothing is pre-planned, and everything is possible. Each performance is a living, breathing exchange shaped by the artists, the space, and the energy in the room.

From tightly held grooves to explosive bursts of spontaneity, Freestyle+ Live is a front-row seat to creativity in motion—immediate, unpredictable, and alive.

Performers to be announced.

G.E. SMITH’S PORTRAITS: SAMANTHA FISH

Join us for a night of extraordinary music and storytelling with G.E. Smith and special guest Samantha Fish as part of the 2026 G.E. Smith’s PORTRAITS series.

The evening brings together G.E. Smith—the masterful guitarist and bandleader known for his work with Bob Dylan, Hall & Oates, and Saturday Night Live—with Samantha Fish, the Grammy-nominated artist and multiple Blues Music Award winner celebrated for her electrifying guitar work, powerhouse vocals, and genre-blending sound rooted in blues, rock, and soul.

Together, they will share an engaging blend of songs, spontaneous performances, and stories from their remarkable careers.

PORTRAITS, created by Taylor Barton & G.E. Smith, is an intimate concert series featuring in-depth musical conversations that reveal the influences, artistry, and experiences behind today’s most compelling performers.

KIDFEST: SOLE DEFINED; THE PULSE

SOLE Defined’s The Pulse is an immersive, high-energy performance that invites audiences of all ages to move, clap, and join in the fun. Rooted in African Diasporic dance traditions, the experience takes families on a lively, polyrhythmic journey featuring Tap Dance, Body Percussion, Sand Dance, and interactive moments that bring everyone into the rhythm together.

Performers use their bodies as instruments—transforming steps, claps, and movement into music in real time—creating a vibrant, living score that unfolds right before your eyes. Children and adults alike are encouraged to participate, turning the audience into an essential part of the performance.

By blending tradition with innovation and breaking down the line between performer and audience, The Pulse creates a joyful, shared experience that celebrates connection, creativity, and the unifying power of rhythm.

KIDFEST: SOLE DEFINED; THE PULSE

SOLE Defined’s The Pulse is an immersive, high-energy performance that invites audiences of all ages to move, clap, and join in the fun. Rooted in African Diasporic dance traditions, the experience takes families on a lively, polyrhythmic journey featuring Tap Dance, Body Percussion, Sand Dance, and interactive moments that bring everyone into the rhythm together.

Performers use their bodies as instruments—transforming steps, claps, and movement into music in real time—creating a vibrant, living score that unfolds right before your eyes. Children and adults alike are encouraged to participate, turning the audience into an essential part of the performance.

By blending tradition with innovation and breaking down the line between performer and audience, The Pulse creates a joyful, shared experience that celebrates connection, creativity, and the unifying power of rhythm.

Join us out-front at the Phanstiel Plaza for a free cookie-decorating workshop with our friends at Citarella before the show!

NEW YORK CITY BALLET: ON & OFF STAGE

Experience the artistry, athleticism, and behind-the-scenes magic of New York City Ballet in On & Off Stage, an intimate program offering a rare glimpse into the company’s world-class productions.

Hosted by Unity Phelan and Alec Knight, this engaging event features NYCB dancers in performance and conversation, bringing audiences closer to the creative process—from the rehearsal studio to the stage. Enjoy excerpts from the company’s celebrated repertoire, gain insights from the artists, and deepen your understanding of the technique and storytelling that define one of the world’s premier ballet companies.

Program to be announced.

MUSICIANS FROM THE NEW YORK PHILHARMONIC

Join us for an unforgettable evening of chamber music featuring musicians from the New York Philharmonic. This special chamber music concert offers a rare opportunity to enjoy performances by some of the Philharmonic’s finest players in the comfort and intimacy of Guild Hall’s Hilarie and Mitchell Morgan Theater.

Program to be announced.

IN-PROCESS: GIBNEY COMPANY & LUCINDA CHILDS

Co-Presented by Guild Hall & GIBNEY Company

GIBNEY Company and Choreographer, Lucinda Childs, a defining force in American Dance and GIBNEY’s Resident Choreographer, offer an in-process presentation of excerpts from a newly commissioned work, ahead of its world premiere in January 2027.

This presentation is part of a multi-week 2026 residency between Guild Hall and GIBNEY, supporting an ongoing creative exchange and the development of new work.

The in-process presentation will be followed by a conversation with Lucinda Childs and members of GIBNEY Company, offering insight into the residency, their collaborative process, and the development of the work leading up to its premiere.