Events for October 2016

The Greene Space

Here's the Thing Live: Alec Baldwin Talks with John Turturro

Tuesday, October 4, 2016

7:00 PM

Tues, Oct 4 | Join us for a live taping of the WNYC Studios podcast with host Alec Baldwin as he sits down for a conversation with actor John Turturro.  A live video stream will also be available.

The Greene Space

How I Got Over: Rising Opera Star Ryan Speedo Green

Wednesday, October 5, 2016

7:00 PM

Wed, Oct 5 | Join us for an evening of conversation with Green and writer Daniel Bergner as we examine one man's unlikely journey that sheds light on the realities of race in America. 

 

**Please Note: Due to artist illness, this event has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience.

The Greene Space

WQXR Presents Midday Masterpieces

Wednesday, October 5, 2016

1:00 PM

Wed, Oct 5 | Leave the emails, phone calls, and stress behind, and settle in for an hour of musical serenity as rising stars from The Juilliard School perform selections from some of classical music’s best-loved composers. A live video stream will also be available.

The Greene Space

Chevalier de Saint-Georges Performed by St. Luke’s Chamber Ensemble

Thursday, October 6, 2016

7:00 PM

Thurs, Oct. 6 | Join us for an evening of chamber music and history featuring Kareem M. Lucas of The Classical Theatre of Harlem and hosted by WQXR's Terrance McKnight. A live video webcast will also be available

The Greene Space

44 Charlton: A Variety Show

Friday, October 7, 2016

7:00 PM

Fri, Oct 7 | Join us for the launch of Julian Fleisher's monthly feast of music, comedy, dance and art. Tonight's guests: comedian Michelle Buteau, music by Adam Platt and Amy Leon, a scary story from horror filmmaker Larry Fessenden and Glenn McQuaid, and a performance by Adrienne Truscott.

The Greene Space

WQXR Presents 2016 Richard Tucker Award Winner Tamara Wilson

Thursday, October 13, 2016

7:00 PM

Thurs, Oct 13 | Join us for a celebration of the latest Richard Tucker Award winner, featuring arias and duets from some of Mozart's most beloved operas.

 

A live video webcast will also be available.

The Greene Space

The Brian Lehrer Show Live: Election 2016

Friday, October 14, 2016

10:00 AM

Fri, Oct 14 | Join us as WNYC's Peabody Award-winning host talks live with astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, New York Liberty players Swin Cash and Tina Charles, NPR's Peter Sagal, Alexandra Petri of The Washington Post; and Ashley Nicole Black, writer and correspondent for TBS' "Full Frontal with Samantha Bee."

 

A live video webcast will be available.

The Greene Space

How I Got Over: Beyond Sacred - Voices of Muslim Identity

Saturday, October 15, 2016

7:00 PM

Sat, Oct 15 | Join us for a presentation of Ping Chong’s interview-based theater production exploring the diverse experiences of young Muslims living in post-9/11 New York City.

The Greene Space

How Broadway Sings America

Monday, October 17, 2016

7:00 PM

Mon, Oct 17 | Broadway shows are often derided as being out of touch with contemporary life, but the American musical has actually been taking the nation’s pulse for over a century. Join us as we kick off a new season of Encores! Unscripted conversations with New York City Center.

 

A live video webcast will also be available.

The Greene Space

The Unconvention: Political Correctness, From Left to Right

Tuesday, October 18, 2016

7:00 PM

Tues, Oct 18 | The Takeaway challenges the notion of what is "politically correct" on both sides of the ideological spectrum. Featuring Sally KohnJamilah KingRobby Soave and Moustafa Bayoumi.

 

A live video webcast is also available.

Events

Debate Pop-Up Party

Wednesday, October 19, 2016

7:30 PM

This event is SOLD OUT, but the panel discussion will be livestreamed on WNYC's and The Guardian's Tumblrs.

Let's get through this together! Join The Guardian, WNYC and Tumblr for a pop-up viewing party for the final debate.

The Greene Space

WQXR Residency Launch: Brooklyn Youth Chorus @ 25

Friday, October 21, 2016

7:30 PM

Fri, Oct 21 | Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Grammy Award-winning Brooklyn Youth Chorus and the launch of their yearlong artist residency at WQXR.

 

A live video webcast will also be available.

The Greene Space

Live Wire Radio with Luke Burbank

Saturday, October 22, 2016

7:15 PM

Sat, Oct 22 | Join us for a live taping of the public radio show that artfully blends unpredictable conversation, live music and comedy from emerging artists. Featuring MSNBC’s Chris Hayes, comedian Michelle Buteau, novelist Jonathan Safran Foer and music by Kadhja Bonet.

 

 A live video webcast will also be available.

The Greene Space

The State of the Union Songbook Live

Wednesday, October 26, 2016

7:00 PM

Wed, Oct 26 | Composer Michael Friedman takes America’s political temperature, in song, for The New Yorker Radio Hour. The evening will feature a selection of his work with performances by Kristolyn Lloyd and Jeremy Pope. The New Yorker’s Sarah Larson hosts.

 

A live video webcast will also be available.

The Greene Space

Political Party with Keli Goff: Follow the Money

Thursday, October 27, 2016

7:00 PM

Thurs, Oct 27 | From the billions spent by Charles and David Koch to the small bills spent by Bernie Sanders' supporters, whose money controls American politics? 

 

Goff talks with author and former MSNBC host Dylan Ratigan; radio show host and former public advocate Mark Green; and Glynda Carr, advocate and political strategist.

 

A live video webcast will also be available.

The Greene Space

The Brian Lehrer Show Live

Friday, October 28, 2016

10:00 AM

Fri, Oct 28 | Join us as WNYC's Peabody Award-winning host leads an election conversation about what matters most now in local and national politics. In this live show, Brian talks with Mayor Bill de Blasio, MSNBC's Joy Reid and artist Marina Abramović.

 

A live video webcast will also be available.