PERFORMING ARTS
‘Onegin’: American Ballet Theatre
Based on a 19th century verse-novel by master Russian poet Alexander Pushkin and accompanied by music from Tchaikovsky, this ballet tells the story of a Russian aristocrat who turns up his nose at the country girl who falls in love with him, only to have the tables turned on him later. Choreography by John Cranko.
The Metropolitan Opera House, Lincoln Center
Now through June 9, times
Tickets: $20–$240
www.abt.org
‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’: NYC Ballet
Set to music by Felix Mendelssohn, the Shakespearean comedy of young love, faeries, and enchanted woods is brought to life by the city’s premiere ballet company. Choreography by George Balanchine. Two acts. Approximately 1 hour 34 minutes.
David H. Koch Theater, Lincoln Center
Now through Sunday June 10
Tickets: $29–$149
www.nycballet.com
Pinchas Zukerman Plays and Conducts Bach, Mozart, and Stravinsky
Featuring the highly respected Pinchas Zukerman as violinist and conductor, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in London performs Bach’s Violin Concerto in A minor, Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 5 (“Turkish”), Stravinsky’s Concerto in D, and Mozart’s Symphony No. 39.
Avery Fisher Hall, Lincoln Center
June 6–9, times vary
$45–$137
nyphil.org
FINE ARTS
Casting the Divine
Highlighted by 15th and 16th century Buddhist sculptures from the Himalayas and nearby regions, this exhibition of more than 100 works represents the entire Nyingjei Lam Collection. The name Nyingjei Lam translates to “Paths of Compassion.”
Rubin Museum of Art, 150 W. 17 St.
Now through July 30
Admission: $10, children under 12 free
www.rmanyc.org
Old Master Paintings at Christie’s
An exhibition and sale of old masterpieces from Europe highlighted by Girolamo Romanino’s (Brescia 1484/7–1560) “Christ Carrying the Cross” (estimate: $2.5 million–$3.5 million) and a pair of masterpieces by French 18th century landscapist Hubert Robert, “The Ruins” and “The Old Bridge” (estimate: $800,000–$1.2 million).
Christie’s, Rockefeller Center
Sale: June 6, 5 p.m.
Exhibition is free, registration required for sale
www.christies.com
Old Master Paintings at Sotheby’s
An exhibition and sale of old masterpieces from Europe highlighted by an awe-inspiring landscape, Jakob Philipp Hackert’s 1783 painting “A View of Giornico from the St. Gotthard Pass, Switzerland” (estimate: $150,000–$200,000), and the “Madonna and Child Enthroned with Angels” by The Pseudo Dalmasio degli Scannabecchi, an artist working in Italy in the 14th century (estimate: $250,000–$300,000).
Sotheby’s, 1334 York Ave.,
Sale: June 6, 10 a.m.
Exhibition is free, registration required for sale
www.sothebys.com
Egyptian, Classical, and Western Asiatic Antiquities
An antiquities auction with 79 lots, featuring a nearly life size marble statue of the goddess Aphrodite, circa 2nd century (estimate: $300,000–$500,000), and an Egyptian Limestone Block Statue of the Transport Official Karo, from around 1187–1156 B.C. (estimate: $250,000–$350,000).
Sotheby’s, 1334 York Ave.,
Exhibition: June 6, Sale: June 7, 2 p.m.
Exhibition is free, registration required for sale
www.sothebys.com
Antiquities at Christie’s
An exhibition and sale of 260 antiquities lots highlighted by a 9,000-year-old limestone mask from the Judean desert (estimate: $400,000–$600,000) and a Roman marble portrait head of the Emperor Antoninus Pius, reign 138–161 (estimate $150,000–$200,000).
Christie’s, Rockefeller Center
Exhibition: Now through June 7, Sale: June 8, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Exhibition is free, registration required for sale
www.christies.com
Interior, Exterior: Paintings by Catherine Prescott
An award-winning portraitist from Harrisburg, Pa., Catherine Prescott’s highly skilled lifelike works will be on display at Hersh Fine Art, in Long Island. Her works also include landscapes and still life.
Hersh Fine Art 14A Glen Street, Glen Cove
June 8–July 29, Opening Reception June 15, 6–8 p.m.
This event is free
www.hershfineart.com
FAMILY
Free Art Island Outpost
Take your children, ages 1–12, on a ferry to Governors Island where they can choose from a variety of hands on art projects and art-viewing experiences, including artist-led workshops, self-guided art stations, large collaborative projects, sound design, and animation.
Governor’s Island, inside and surrounding buildings 11 & 14 in Nolan Park
Every Saturday and Sunday, Now through Sept. 30
11 a.m.–3 p.m.
This event is free
www.cmany.org
Hans Christian Anderson’s ‘The Ugly Duckling’
The Scandia Symphony begins its annual Children’s Concert series with a performance of the classic tale of “The Ugly Duckling.” Featuring narration and accompaniment by harp, flute, and French horn.
Billings Lawn in Fort Tryon Park, Manhattan
Sunday, June 10, 2–3:30 p.m.
This event is free
[email protected]
(212) 795-1388
Children’s Festival of Russian Culture
Youth folk ensembles from different U.S. and Russian cities dress in exotic period costumes and perform traditional songs and dances from different regions of the former Russian Empire.
Peter Jay Sharp Theatre, Symphony Space, 2537 Broadway at 95th Street
Sunday, June 10, 4 p.m.
Tickets: $20–$25, Children: $15
www.symphonyspace.org
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