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THE AUDIENCE by Peter Morgan, Writer: Peter Morgan, Director - Stephan Daldry, Designer - Bob Crowley, Gielgud Theatre, 2013, Credit: Johan Persson

Tag: Performing Arts

GREY GARDENS: CELEBRATING 20 YEARS

Tickets for the 2026 Summer Season go on sale at 12 PM on April 13. Guild Hall Members enjoy early access—click HERE to join and take advantage of this and other exclusive benefits.

Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the musical Grey Gardens with a special evening featuring two-time Tony Award–winner Christine Ebersole and composer Scott Frankel, hosted by Emmy Award–winning journalist Frank DiLella. Together they will share stories and musical selections from the acclaimed score that helped define one of the most distinctive musicals of the 21st century.

Hosted by NY1’s Frank DiLella, the evening combines performance and conversation in celebration of Grey Gardens and the artists whose work continues to resonate with audiences today.

 

KIDFEST: TIM KUBART & THE SPACE CADETS

Ticket sales for this program will open to the public at 12 PM on April 13. For the benefit of early access to tickets on April 9, click HERE to become a Member!

Tim Kubart and the Space Cadets bring their new show, Really Real You, to Guild Hall. This full-band, highly interactive concert blends live music, sing-alongs, tap dancing, and playful audience participation into a shared experience that fills the room with energy and connection.

Known for creating performances that are both exuberant and sincere, Tim invites children and families into a space where feelings are welcomed and expressed openly. Without ever feeling like a lesson, the show offers young audiences a way to engage with their emotional lives through music, movement, and collective joy.

A GRAMMY Award-winning artist for his album HOME, Tim has become one of the most celebrated voices in children’s music. He is also Emmy-nominated as the longtime host of Sprout’s Sunny Side Up, where he spent years connecting with young audiences each morning through music and play. His work has been featured on major stages including the Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center, Lollapalooza, and Austin City Limits, and he has written music for Sesame Street.

Really Real You is the newest chapter in his work with families, bringing together high-level musicianship, humor, and heart.

Join us for a pre-show workshop in the Lindenbaum Classroom with our friends from CMEE!

KIDFEST: MARIO THE MAKER MAGICIAN – MATINEE

Ticket sales for this program will open to the public at 12 PM on April 13. For the benefit of early access to tickets on April 9, click HERE to become a Member!

Fresh off sold out runs in New York City, London, Sydney, and beyond, and featured on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, this show receives rave reviews everywhere it lands!

Robots and magic and slapstick… oh my! Contagiously upbeat and full of heart, the ever-innovative Mario the Maker Magician leads you through a romping explosion of energy and belly laughs punctuated with moments of heart and emotion that will catch you by surprise.

Not “just a kids’ show,” Mario the Maker Magician is an all-ages theatrical experience… for adults, kids, families… everyone, centered around magic and art. Do what you love, use what you have, and have fun! With robots to boot!

Written & Performed by: Mario Marchese

Produced by: Katie Rosa Marchese

Show Warnings: Loud Vocals & Music; A couple of moemnets of very light water spray

PARSONS DANCE

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“It does not take long to see why Parsons and his company are one of the hottest tickets in contemporary American dance.” – The New York Post

“This is a ‘dance your heart out’ (at all times, no excuses) kind of enterprise” – The New York Times

Known for its energized, athletic, and joyous style, Parsons Dance is internationally celebrated for its distinctive approach to contemporary American dance. The company’s bold ensemble work, striking musicality, and dynamic physicality have established it as one of the world’s leading dance companies.

Each performance radiates a “dance your heart out” intensity, combining technical precision with an infectious sense of joy. With stunning dancers and effortlessly powerful movement, the company continues to captivate audiences around the globe, delivering an exhilarating program that is both visually dazzling and deeply engaging.

Program to be announced.

GEORGE CIVERIS & FRIENDS

Tickets for the 2026 Summer Season go on sale at 12 PM on April 13. Guild Hall Members enjoy early access—click HERE to join and take advantage of this and other exclusive benefits.

Join New York-based writer/performer and StraightioLab co-host George Civeris—whose debut special A SENSE OF URGENCY was recently named one of the best comedy moments of 2025 by The New York Times—as he brings together his funniest friends for a night of good, old-fashioned comedy. Expect sharp observations, surreal detours, big swings, and even bigger laughs.

THE 24 HOUR PLAYS

Tickets for the 2026 Summer Season go on sale at 12 PM on April 13. Guild Hall Members enjoy early access—click HERE to join and take advantage of this and other exclusive benefits.

The 24 HR Plays
Co-presented by Guild Hall & The 24 Hour Plays

The 24 Hour Plays bring together extraordinary artists from Broadway, film, TV, music, and comedy to write, rehearse, and perform new plays in a single day. From Broadway to the West End, stars of stage and screen have raced the clock to create singular evenings of theater for 30 years—and you never know who might show up. Past participants have included Jennifer Aniston, Chris Rock, Jesse Eisenberg, Rachel Dratch, and many more.

This summer, The 24 Hour Plays will bring this memorable event to East Hampton, in a bespoke production created especially for Guild Hall audiences.

Participating artists will be announced soon.

DANCE THEATRE OF HARLEM

Tickets for the 2026 Summer Season go on sale at 12 PM on April 13. Guild Hall Members enjoy early access—click HERE to join and take advantage of this and other exclusive benefits.

Dance Theatre of Harlem returns to Guild Hall for a unique evening celebrating the company’s extraordinary legacy. 

For more than 57 years, Dance Theatre of Harlem has transformed the landscape of classical ballet, blending rigorous technique with a bold contemporary vision. Founded by Arthur Mitchell in the wake of the civil rights movement, the company stands as a powerful beacon of artistic excellence, redefining what ballet can be—and whom it represents.

This intimate program highlights signature works from its celebrated repertoire, illuminating the enduring influence of co-founder Arthur Mitchell, the neoclassical brilliance of George Balanchine, and the leadership & innovative choreography of Artistic Director Robert Garland.

Program to be announced.

LLOYD KNIGHT: THE DRAMA

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Created by dancer Lloyd Knight, choreographer Jack Ferver, and filmmaker Jeremy Jacob, The Drama highlights the life of Martha Graham Dance Company Principal Dancer Lloyd Knight in an intimate and personal solo dance work inspired by two important women in his life: his mother and the legendary modern dance choreographer Martha Graham. The Drama lays bare what it takes both physically and psychologically to pursue a life in dance and touches on Knight’s upbringing and what drew him to dance from an early age.

Exploring ideas around femininity, iconic roles within the Martha Graham Company, and more, The Drama utilizes movement, spoken word, sound, video, and creative colorful projection to give audiences an immersive experience. Knight will have audiences in awe of his physicality, his remarkable dance technique, and his storytelling in this moving and entertaining one-hour solo work.

Written & Performed by Lloyd Knight
Directed & Choreographed by Jack Ferver
Production Design by Jeremy Jacob

The Drama was commissioned by Works & Process and DANCECleveland, and developed over a series of Works & Process LaunchPAD residencies at Bridge Street Theatre, Modern Accord Depot, and Watermill Center.

 

SUMMERDOCS: CO-PRESENTED BY HAMPTONSFILM & GUILD HALL

Tickets for the 2026 Summer Season go on sale at 12 PM on April 13. Guild Hall Members enjoy early access—click HERE to join and take advantage of this and other exclusive benefits.

HamptonsFilm and Guild Hall return with the 2026 SummerDocs series, showcasing the year’s most compelling documentaries. Hosted & Curated by Alec Baldwin and HamptonsFilm Chief Creative Officer, David Nugent, each screening features thought-provoking films followed by in-depth conversations with filmmakers and special guests.

Join us for an unforgettable season of storytelling, insight, and discussion at Guild Hall.

Film and guests to be announced.

SUMMERDOCS: CO-PRESENTED BY HAMPTONSFILM & GUILD HALL

Tickets for the 2026 Summer Season go on sale at 12 PM on April 13. Guild Hall Members enjoy early access—click HERE to join and take advantage of this and other exclusive benefits.

HamptonsFilm and Guild Hall return with the 2026 SummerDocs series, showcasing the year’s most compelling documentaries. Hosted & Curated by Alec Baldwin and HamptonsFilm Chief Creative Officer, David Nugent, each screening features thought-provoking films followed by in-depth conversations with filmmakers and special guests.

Join us for an unforgettable season of storytelling, insight, and discussion at Guild Hall.

Film and guests to be announced.