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Central Park
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Between Fifth Ave. and Central Park West
Central Park is the largest park in Manhattan and without a doubt the most famous in all of NYC. Established in 1857, the 843-acre oasis has served as the scenic backdrop in countless movies and TV shows and functions as a kind of all-encompassing public recreation area. Its many attractions include a zoo, an ice-skating rink, a concert venue and several restaurants—not to mention its open fields, woodlands, running paths and various bodies of water. Located in the middle of Manhattan, the park, as its name suggests, is at the center of it all.
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Museum of Modern Art - MoMA
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11 W. 53rd St.
Forever at the forefront, the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) is not only devoted to presenting the best in contemporary art, but also to promoting the understanding of modern art and expanding the definition of what is considered art in the first place. Whether it's showing you something you've never seen before, or showing you how to see something familiar in a new way, MoMA is always an eye- and mind-opening experience.
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Nobu Fifty Seven
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40 W 57th St
Nobu Fifty Seven, the first uptown New York location for chef Nobu Matsuhisa, opened in the summer of 2005. Nobu's co-owners are his longtime partners: restaurateur Drew Nieporent, actor Robert De Niro and Meir Teper. The restaurant showcases Nobu's signature new style Japanese cuisine with classic dishes and new creations from the wood-burning oven and hibachi table. Designed by David Rockwell, Nobu Fifty Seven evokes fluidity and the imagery of an Asian river with curves and details of abalone shell chandeliers, sliced bamboo stalks in terrazzo tiles, scorched ash tables and Japanese quilt fabric.
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George Balanchine's The Nutcracker
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David H. Koch Theater
It’s likely you already know the fanciful, fantastical Christmas Eve story and Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable melodies—but it’s certain that no NYC holiday season is complete without seeing choreographer George Balanchine’s confection come to life. The glittering classic, performed annually by the New York City Ballet since 1954, has become one of the City’s signature family-friendly traditions. Expect to warm your spirits with visions of the Sugarplum Fairy dancing in your head.
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Come From Away
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236 West 45th Street
Come From Away is the Tony-winning musical, which tells the story of nearly 6,600 passengers who become stranded in Newfoundland after the events of 9/11. When 38 planes land in the small town, the days that follow bring unexpected charity and camaraderie from locals who welcome these strangers into their homes. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music played into the night and gratitude grew into enduring friendships.
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Jazz at Lincoln Center 2021–2022 Season
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Frederick P. Rose Hall
Jazz at Lincoln Center returns to live performances with a full season of celebrations, including Wynton Marsalis at 60 (November 18–20) and Charles Mingus at 100 (April 22–23). Among the other performers and composers being commemorated are Chick Corea (January 13–14), Dianne Reeves (February 11–12), Thelonious Monk (May 19–21), Burt Bacharach (June 3–4) and Duke Ellington (June 10–11). The 2021–22 season also features shows at Dizzy's, webcasts and educational sessions.