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CANCELED – KIDFEST: MUSIC FROM THE SOLE X OUR FABULOUS VARIETY SHOW

Today’s KidFEST with Music From The Sole has been canceled due to the forecast of heavy rain. As this program can only take place outdoors, we unfortunately have no alternative option.

Join Music From The Sole and Our Fabulous Variety Show for a family-friendly afternoon that invites all ages and skill levels to celebrate dance, music, and self-expression! With tap boards spread throughout the garden and live music filling the air, you’re free to jump in, move, and create alongside the dancers and musicians.

Enjoy an afternoon of improvisation, musical jams, body percussion, and spontaneous fun—no experience needed, just bring your energy!

The party continues post-dance with sweet treats from BuddhaBerry on Wheels.

KIDFEST: PUPPY PALS LIVE—SOLD OUT

This program is SOLD OUT.

As seen on AMERICA’S GOT TALENT, Puppy Pals Live is an action-packed, family-friendly show featuring an all-star cast of adorable, adopted rescue dogs performing jaw-dropping tricks and breathtaking feats.

Prepare to be amazed as these talented pups leap, flip, and soar through the air, showcasing their incredible skills and boundless energy. Led by their talented trainers, these four-legged performers will have audiences cheering, laughing, and on the edge of their seats!

Get ready for a barking good time – Puppy Pals Live is a must-see!

The fun starts early with a cookie decorating workshop with our friends at Citarella starting at 3:30 pm. Pre-Show workshops are free for all KidFEST ticket holders.

KIDFEST: 123 ANDRÉS

Get ready for a high-energy, interactive musical experience with 123 Andrés, the Latin Grammy-winning duo known for their infectious rhythms and educational, bilingual performances!

Andrés and Christina bring a dynamic blend of Latin American beats, engaging storytelling, and plenty of audience participation—perfect for kids and families. Singing in both Spanish and English, they inspire learning through music while creating a joyful, inclusive atmosphere where everyone can dance, clap, and sing along.

Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering their vibrant sounds for the first time, 123 Andrés will have you moving, learning, and celebrating the magic of music.

The fun starts early with an arts & crafts workshop with our friends at CMEE starting at 3:30 pm. Pre-show workshops are free for all KidFEST ticket holders.

NEW YORK CITY BALLET: ON & OFF STAGE—SOLD OUT

THIS PROGRAM IS SOLD OUT AND THE WAITING LIST IS NOW FULL

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.

Featuring NYCB dancers in performance and conversation, this engaging event brings audiences closer to the creative process, from the rehearsal studio to the stage. Enjoy excerpts from the company’s celebrated repertoire, insights from the artists, and a deeper understanding of the technique and storytelling that define one of the world’s premier ballet companies.

The evening will be hosted by New York City Principal Dancer, Unity Phelan, and focus on “The Art of the Pas de Deux.”

KIDFEST AFTERNOON SHOW: THE LITTLE MERMEN—THE ULTIMATE DISNEY TRIBUTE BAND

Come dressed as your favorite Disney Character and experience the magic of Disney like never before! The Little Mermen, the ultimate Disney tribute band, are bringing their high-energy, family-friendly concert to Guild Hall’s KidFEST!

Sing along to all your favorite Disney hits, from The Little Mermaid to Frozen, The Lion King to Encanto, as this powerhouse band brings the music of Disney to life with rockin’ live performances, dazzling costumes, and an infectious spirit of fun. Perfect for kids, parents, and Disney fans of all ages, this is a concert that will have everyone dancing, singing, and feeling the Disney magic!

The fun starts early with a cookie decorating workshop with our friends at CITARELLA starting at 3:30 pm. Pre-Show workshops are free for all KidFEST ticket holders.

MUSIC FROM THE SOLE: HOUSE IS OPEN, GOING DARK

Blurring the line between concert, dance, and music performance, Music From The Sole is a tap dance and live music company that celebrates tap’s roots in the African diaspora. Co-founders composer and bassist Gregory Richardson and Brazilian tap dancer and choreographer Leonardo Sandoval, draw from Afro-Brazilian, jazz, soul, house, rock, and Afro-Cuban styles.

The performance marks the culmination of Music From the Sole’s multi-year Guild Hall William P. Rayner Artist-in-Residence and premiere of their new work, House Is Open, Going Dark.

Come early and join the on-stage house party with Music From The Sole and Our Fabulous Variety Show. Expect spontaneous dance, improvised riffs, and lots of popcorn!

Choreography: Leonardo Sandoval in collaboration with the company members
Original Music: Gregory Richardson, Leonardo Sandoval, Matt Parker, Dylan Bhulai Rowland, Michael Jellick, Jennifer Vincent, Orlando Hernandez, Magela Herrera
Dramaturgy: Orlando Hernández
Lighting Design: Kathy Kaufmann
Creative Consultant: Roberta Uno
Performers: Brittany DeStefano, Orlando Hernández, Matt Parker, Gregory Richardson, Dylan Rowland, Leonardo Sandoval, Lucas Santana, Gisele Silva, Ana Tomioshi, Jennifer Vincent

AN EVENING WITH ISAAC MIZRAHI

Join us for a one-night-only performance with the inimitable Isaac Mizrahi—actor, host, writer, designer, and producer—who brings his signature blend of storytelling, song, and sharp-witted humor to the stage.

Accompanied by a stellar six-piece jazz band, Mizrahi delivers a dynamic evening of music and conversation, weaving together personal anecdotes, cultural commentary, and an eclectic songbook that ranges from Stephen Sondheim to Blondie, Comden & Green to Madonna. With his effortless charm and magnetic stage presence, he creates an intimate cabaret experience that is both glamorous and unfiltered.

Hailed by The New York Times as “determined to challenge the cultural status quo,” Mizrahi is as bold and brilliant as ever. Whether you’re a devoted fan or discovering his artistry for the first time, this is an evening not to be missed.

SUMMERDOCS: MIDDLETOWN

Presented by Guild Hall & HamptonsFilm

SummerDocs returns for its 17th annual edition. Co-presented by Guild Hall and HamptonsFilm, this summer’s presentations close with the screening of MIDDLETOWN directed by Amanda McBaine and Jesse Moss.

1991. Upstate New York. A group of teenage misfits, inspired by a renegade English teacher, embark on a student film project and uncover a vast conspiracy that is poisoning the ground beneath their feet. Banding together to confront the indifferent adults, corrupt politicians and a violent criminal organization threatening their small town, they produce an investigative documentary that causes shockwaves in their community. MIDDLETOWN is a coming-of-age story based on exclusive access to hundreds of hours of candid, humorous and nostalgic video outtakes, and the cooperation of Fred Isseks and his intrepid students as they reckon—thirty years later—with a defining event in their lives and a remarkable story of civic courage.

Following the screening, directors Amanda McBaine and Jesse Moss and film subject Jeff Dutemple will join HIFF Co-Chair Alec Baldwin and Artistic Director David Nugent in conversation.

SUMMERDOCS: MY MOM JAYNE—SOLD OUT

SOLD OUT

Presented by Guild Hall & HamptonsFilm.

SummerDocs returns for its 17th annual edition. Co-Presented by Guild Hall and HamptonsFilm, this summer’s presentations open with the screening of HBO Original Documentaries’ MY MOM JAYNE, directed by Mariska Hargitay.

Mariska Hargitay was three years old when her mother, Jayne Mansfield, tragically died in a car accident at the age of 34. MY MOM JAYNE follows Mariska as she seeks to know, understand, and embrace her mother for the first time. Through intimate interviews and a collection of never-before-seen photos and home movies, she grapples with her mother’s public and private legacy and discovers the layers and depth of who Jayne was, not only to her audience but to those who were closest to her. An HBO Documentary Films release.

Following the screening, director Mariska Hargitay will join journalist, political commentator and author Molly Jong-Fast in conversation.

KIDFEST X DANCE THEATRE OF HARLEM—SOLD OUT

THIS PROGRAM IS SOLD OUT.

Join Dance Theatre of Harlem for a family-friendly event that brings together all ages and skill levels to celebrate dance and self-expression! Set to the soulful rhythms of Motown and beyond, participants are invited to groove and join the fun in a lively Soul Train line.