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NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE: ALL MY SONS

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NTL 2026 All My Sons Production Photography: Jan Versweyveld

Tag: Performing Arts

ADAM TENDLER: INHERITANCES

“You will be moved, profoundly and intensely.” — The New York Times

“The biggest emotional gut punch I got from a concert all year.” — The Washington Post

After his father’s unexpected death, pianist Adam Tendler received his inheritance as a literal wad of cash in a parking lot—an encounter that became the catalyst for an ambitious commissioning project. Inviting a wide-ranging group of composers and sound artists, Tendler asked each to respond to the idea of “inheritance,” resulting in a deeply personal yet universally resonant body of new piano works.

Woven into a single intimate program, these pieces explore lineage, memory, loss, and place, forming a meditation on how we confront the past while shaping the future. Featuring commissions by Devonté Hynes, Laurie Anderson, Missy Mazzoli, Nico Muhly, inti figgis-vizueta, and others, the program reflects a striking diversity of voices and perspectives.

Produced by Liquid Music, this project earned a 2026 GRAMMY® nomination for Best Classical Instrumental Solo and has been featured on “CBS Sunday Morning.”

 

PICK LIKE A GIRL: ALISON BROWN & FRIENDS

Presented by D’Addario & Guild Hall

Pick Like a Girl: Alison Brown & Friends brings Grammy Award-winning banjoist Alison Brown to Guild Hall for an evening honoring the enduring and evolving contributions of women in bluegrass and acoustic music.

Inspired by her Pick Like a Girl initiative, which supports and elevates female bluegrass musicians, this program champions the role of women in a historically male-dominated genre. Joined by a circle of collaborators – both trailblazers & emerging artists – Brown presents a program of original compositions and reimagined roots repertoire that unfolds through dialogue, nuance, and shared artistry.

Guest Artists to be announced.

ROBBY HOFFMAN

Spend an evening laughing out loud with Robby Hoffman, the wildly original comedian and Emmy-nominated breakout star of HBO’s Hacks. Known for scene-stealing performances and a voice that’s as bold as it is unpredictable, Hoffman has quickly become one of comedy’s most exciting rising forces.

Fresh off her acclaimed debut Netflix special Wake Up—a no-holds-barred hour of sharp, irreverent stand-up directed by John Mulaney—Hoffman brings her signature blend of fearless storytelling and offbeat perspective to the stage. She can also be seen in HBO’s buzzy new comedy Rooster, continuing a breakout run across television and live performance.

With writing credits on Workin’ Moms and The Chris Gethard Show and a style that turns life’s strangest moments into comedy gold, Hoffman delivers a night that is raw, unpredictable, and relentlessly funny.

KIDFEST: UP IN ARMS—PIRATE SONG

Set sail on the adventure of a lifetime with Pirate Song, a whimsical musical puppet show filled with heart, humor, and discovery. In a world where dreams set sail and magic fills the air, Paulette the Pirate Princess and her faithful dog Waffle embark on a journey around the world in search of something truly special, her very own song.

For generations, Paulette’s family have sung the same old pirate song. But Paulette longs for something more. Determined to discover her own voice, she and Waffle set off on an unforgettable voyage, meeting remarkable friends along the way. A giraffe in Africa shares a new perspective on seeing the world. In Australia, a quirky koala playing the didgeridoo teaches Paulette to celebrate what makes each of us wonderfully different. A wise dragon in Japan reveals how our past can guide our future, while a vibrant toucan in Brazil encourages Paulette to trust her inner spirit.

Through music, laughter, and colorful characters, Paulette discovers that her song may have been with her all along, the song of curiosity, courage, and adventure. With her inner song guiding her, Paulette inspires audiences to celebrate their own unique voice and the beauty of cultures around the world.

Join us out-front at the Phanstiel Plaza for a free workshop before the show!

NEIL DEGRASSE TYSON: STARTALK LIVE!

The cosmos is calling! Join world-renowned astrophysicist and Guild Hall Academy of the Arts Member, Neil deGrasse Tyson for the return of StarTalk Live! at Guild Hall—an unforgettable evening where science meets comedy, curiosity, and cosmic discovery.

Prepare for an exhilarating, mind-expanding journey as Dr. Tyson, alongside a panel of expert guests and hilarious comedians, explores the mysteries of the universe, the latest scientific breakthroughs, and the biggest questions about our place in the cosmos. With StarTalk’s signature blend of intelligence and humor, this live show promises to be as entertaining as it is enlightening.

Special Guests to be announced.

Purchase the limited “premium” ticket for an intimate post-program star gazing event with Dr. Tyson.

G.E. SMITH’S PORTRAITS: PATTY SMYTH WITH SPECIAL GUEST JOHN MCENROE

Join us for a night of extraordinary music and storytelling with G.E. Smith, Patty Smyth, and special guest John McEnroe 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 rock legend Patty Smyth, the Grammy-nominated voice behind Scandal’s hit “The Warrior” and the classic duet “Sometimes Love Just Ain’t Enough.” They’ll be joined by tennis icon and lifelong music devotee, John McEnroe, whose passion for rock and blues has led to memorable musical collaborations and performances.

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

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: SONIA DE LOS SANTOS

Join Sonia De Los Santos for a joyful, high-energy family concert filled with music, storytelling, and audience participation.

Born in Monterrey, Mexico and now based in New York, Sonia creates vibrant, bilingual performances that get audiences singing, clapping, and dancing along. Blending Latin American rhythms with North American folk, her songs celebrate friendship, nature, and her experiences growing up in Mexico and making a home in the United States. Sung in both English and Spanish, her music invites children and adults alike to connect across cultures in a fun, welcoming environment.

A former member of the Grammy Award–winning group Dan Zanes and Friends, Sonia brings warmth, humor, and heart to every performance—creating an unforgettable shared experience for the whole family. 

Join us out-front at the Phanstiel Plaza for an arts & crafts workshop with our friends at CMEE before the show!

AN EVENING WITH FRAN LEBOWITZ

Fran Lebowitz—author, satirist, and one of today’s most distinctive cultural voices—comes to Guild Hall for an evening of unfiltered conversation. Rising to prominence with her bestselling essay collections Metropolitan Life and Social Studies, Lebowitz has become a singular figure in American letters and pop culture, known for her sharp intellect, dry humor, and unmistakable style. She is widely recognized for her longstanding commentary on New York City life and her recent appearance in Martin Scorsese’s documentary series Pretend It’s a City.

In this unscripted exchange, Lebowitz offers biting insights on culture, politics, media, and the peculiarities of modern living. Blending comedy with keen social critique, she delivers an evening that is as thought-provoking as it is entertaining—driven by her signature wit and the force of her personality.

JOHN WATERS: GOING TO EXTREMES

No matter what your pubic-politics are these days, you have to admit it’s time for everybody to go to extremes.

John Waters is back on the road with a whole new fast-moving crackpot comedy show that will beg the authorities to drop a net on both him and his rabidly insane audience. He knows his deviously demented fans will fight back with a limp-wrist fist.

He’s dressed to thrill and ready to rant about pro-punk conversion therapy, right-wing female-female impersonators, extreme amusement parks, even prank guerrilla placement of phony incendiary book titles in libraries that recently banned gay children’s classics. Yessir, the Duke of Dirt has reckless eyeballs and he’s lookin’ for you, lunatics!

Let’s all drill a hole in our heads so we’re high forever and crash the Kennedy Center! His filth followers don’t get off, they get on you and scream, “Go! Go! Go to the John Waters show!”

Going to Extremes. It’ll make you scream!

MARC SHAIMAN: NEVER MIND THE HAPPY

MARC SHAIMAN: NEVER MIND THE HAPPY
In-conversation with Susan Stroman

Tony, Grammy, and Emmy Award–winning composer and lyricist Marc Shaiman comes to Guild Hall to celebrate his New York Times best selling memoir, Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories from a Sore Winner. Known for his acclaimed work across Broadway, film, and television—including Hairspray, Smash, and Mary Poppins Returns—Shaiman reflects on a five-decade career defined by collaboration, creativity, and resilience.

In conversation with Tony Award–winning director and choreographer Susan Stroman, Shaiman offers an intimate look at the artists, influences, and experiences that have shaped his singular voice. By turns candid, humorous, and deeply personal, the evening explores the realities of a life in the arts and the stories behind some of his most beloved work.

A special guest will join for a live performance celebrating Shaiman’s oeuvre.