THE MET: LIVE IN HD – LE NOZZE DI FIGARO

A scene from Mozart's Le Nozze di Figaro. Photo by Ken Howard/Metropolitan Opera.

AN EVENING OF JAZZ GUITAR: JULIAN LAGE WITH JORGE ROEDER PRESENTED BY GUILD HALL & D’ADDARIO

Guild Hall and D’Addario invite you to an intimate evening of jazz guitar with world-renowned performers, Julian Lage and Jorge Roeder.

Julian Lage is widely regarded as one of the most expressive and inventive guitarists of his generation. His unique blend of jazz tradition and contemporary flair, along with his exceptional improvisation and technique, make each performance feel both timeless and fresh. Joining him is celebrated bassist Jorge Roeder, whose rich tone and intuitive musicianship bring an added depth to their musical conversation.

Lage and Roeder have built a strong creative partnership over the years, with a shared history that allows their performances to flow effortlessly. Their close connection and understanding of each other’s style have made them a standout duo in the jazz world. Through past collaborations like the album “The Layers”, they’ve created a distinctive sound that explores both original compositions and reimagined jazz standards.

Together, they will present an exciting and spontaneous performance, blending tradition with innovation and showcasing the power of duo improvisation.

THE MET PRESENTS: A CONVERSATION WITH MAX HOLLEIN

Join Max Hollein, Director and CEO of The Metropolitan Museum of Art, for an engaging discussion on the future of museums, the power of cultural storytelling, and The Met’s evolving role in a global art world.

Presented in partnership with The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

DANCE THEATRE OF HARLEM

Join us for an unforgettable evening as Dance Theatre of Harlem makes its Hamptons debut at Guild Hall.

For over 55 years, Dance Theatre of Harlem has redefined ballet with its groundbreaking artistry, seamlessly blending classical technique with contemporary innovation. A singular force in the dance world, the company tours nationally and internationally, presenting a bold and inspiring vision for ballet in the 21st century.

This 18-member, multi-ethnic ensemble performs a dynamic repertoire, from beloved classics to neoclassical masterworks by George Balanchine and Artistic Director Robert Garland, alongside contemporary pieces that honor founder Arthur Mitchell’s belief that ballet belongs to everyone.

Through captivating performances, community engagement, and transformative arts education, Dance Theatre of Harlem continues to inspire audiences of all ages.

Program to be announced.

 

THE ARTIST PROFILE ARCHIVE: PREVIEW SCREENING, PICTURE OF PICTURES: THE METRO YEARS

Join The Artist Profile Archive (TAPA) for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at their films in production, featuring artists Cindy Sherman, Robert Longo, Julian Schnabel, and Ralph Gibson. Be among the first to preview their debut feature-length documentary, Pictures of Pictures: The Metro Years, which explores the lasting impact of Metro Pictures. This special presentation offers a rare glimpse into the evolution of TAPA and its filmmaking process.

Following the screening, founding producer and director Sophie Chahinian will lead a conversation with Robert Longo and other featured artists.

IN CONVERSATION: LISA PERRY & ALMOND ZIGMUND

Join designer and collector Lisa Perry and visual artist Almond Zigmund for an engaging discussion moderated by Melanie Crader, Guild Hall Museum Director and Curator of Visual Arts. The conversation will highlight Perry’s vision for Onna House, a creative hub dedicated to championing and amplifying the voices of women artists, alongside Zigmund’s Guild Hall exhibition, Wading Room, an immersive installation that redefines spatial perception through bold geometric interventions.

Both Perry and Zigmund share a deep interest in abstraction and spatial storytelling, using design and structure to transform environments. They will explore how their work intersects, the role of women in contemporary art and design, and the power of thoughtfully curated spaces—whether a home, a gallery, or an installation—to shape perception and inspire dialogue.

PUBLIC REHEARSAL: FUENTEOVEJUNA EAST END

FREE
 
Be part of the creative journey behind Fuenteovejuna: East End, an exciting new production co-created by OLA of Eastern Long Island and Guild Hall.
 
Directed by Guild Hall Community Artists-in-Residence, Minerva Perez and Margarita Espada, this fully Spanish-language reimagining of Lope de Vega’s timeless 17th-century play tells the story of a community’s courageous stand against tyranny.
 
This public rehearsal gives you the chance to witness the power of theater in shaping conversations around justice, solidarity, and collective action.
 
Please Be Aware: This show contains brief moments of depicted violence and assault and is suggested for audiences ages 10 and up.
 
Únase al proceso creativo detrás de Fuenteovejuna: East End, una emocionante nueva producción co-creada por OLA de Long Island Oriental y Guild Hall.
 
Dirigida por Minerva Pérez y Margarita Espada, artistas residentes de Guild Hall, esta adaptación íntegramente en español del clásico de Lope de Vega del siglo XVII cuenta la historia del valiente levantamiento de una comunidad contra la tiranía.
 
Este ensayo público le da la oportunidad de ser testigo del poder del teatro en la construcción de conversaciones sobre justicia, solidaridad y acción colectiva.
 
Por favor tenga en cuenta: Este espectáculo contiene breves momentos de violencia y agresión representadas, y se sugiere para audiencias de 10 años en adelante.
 
 

 

STIRRING THE POT: FLORENCE FABRICANT & CHRISTINA TOSI

STIRRING THE POT WITH FLORENCE FABRICANT
GUEST: CHRISTINA TOSI OF MILKBAR

Stirring the Pot returns for the 15th consecutive year with a series of four insightful and entertaining talks. For this first session, New York Times food & wine writer Florence Fabricant will have a conversation with chef and restaurateur Andrew Carmellini, who has opened a collection of restaurants after making his name at the original Café Boulud. Marc Murphy, a chef and television personality, follows. Then we’ll welcome Christina Tosi, known for her uncommon confections and string of Milk Bars. The final guest will be Pete Wells, who was the chief restaurant critic for The New York Times for 12 years.

Christina Tosi, an award-winning pastry chef and prolific cookbook writer whose iconic creations, notably cereal milk soft-serve, compost cookies and everyday birthday cake, are widely sold at her Milk Bar store and elsewhere. We have another Ohio native here but she now lives in Manhattan with her husband, restaurateur Will Guidera, and their daughter. Her background is diverse, including engineering, and  the food world noticed her once she began working for David Chang’s Momofuku empire in 2005. 

After the program, Christina Tosi will sign copies of her new book, Bake Club, in the lobby. Books will be available for purchase at the program.

Attendees are invited to arrive at 10 AM for a breakfast by provided by Citarella.

FUENTEOVEJUNA: EAST END

May 16 and May 17

7:00 – 8:00 pm: Reception in Guild Hall’s Minikes Garden
8:00 – 9:30 pm: Fuenteovejuna: East End performance

Desplazarse por español.

A Spanish theater classic, reimagined for our community.

Guild Hall and OLA of Eastern Long Island present Fuenteovejuna: East End, a bold reimagining of Lope de Vega’s 17th-century play. Co-directed by Guild Hall Community Artists-in-Residence, Margarita Espada and Minerva Perez, this production—performed entirely in Spanish— tells the story of a community’s courageous stand against tyranny.

Featuring a talented cast of Latino community members from across Long Island, Fuenteovejuna: East End is the first Spanish-language theater production at Guild Hall.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of theater that speaks to the past while resonating powerfully in the present.

*An English libretto will be available for non-Spanish speakers.

Please Be Aware: This show contains brief moments of depicted violence and assault and is suggested for audiences ages 10 and up.

Un clásico del teatro español, reinventado para nuestra comunidad.

Guild Hall y OLA del Este de Long Island presentan Fuenteovejuna: East End, una audaz reinterpretación de la obra del siglo XVII de Lope de Vega. Codirigida por las Artistas en Residencia Comunitarias de Guild Hall, Margarita Espada y Minerva Perez, esta producción—interpretada completamente en español— cuenta la historia del valiente levantamiento de una comunidad contra la tiranía.

Con un talentoso elenco de miembros de la comunidad latina de todo Long Island, Fuenteovejuna: East End es la primera producción teatral en español en Guild Hall.

Acompáñanos en una velada inolvidable de teatro que dialoga con el pasado y resuena poderosamente en el presente.

7:00 – 8:00 pm: Recepción en el Jardín Minikes de Guild Hall
8:00 – 9:30 pm: Presentación en el Teatro Hilarie y Mitchell Morgan de Guild Hall

*Habrá un libreto en inglés disponible para quienes no hablen español.

Por favor tenga en cuenta: Este espectáculo contiene breves momentos de violencia y agresión representadas, y se sugiere para audiencias de 10 años en adelante.

See more videos HERE.

See rehearsal photos HERE.

FUENTEOVEJUNA: EAST END

May 16 and May 17

7:00 – 8:00 pm: Reception in Guild Hall’s Minikes Garden
8:00 – 9:30 pm: Fuenteovejuna: East End performance

Desplazarse por español.

A Spanish theater classic, reimagined for our community.

Guild Hall and OLA of Eastern Long Island present Fuenteovejuna: East End, a bold reimagining of Lope de Vega’s 17th-century play. Co-directed by Guild Hall Community Artists-in-Residence, Margarita Espada and Minerva Perez, this production—performed entirely in Spanish— tells the story of a community’s courageous stand against tyranny.

Featuring a talented cast of Latino community members from across Long Island, Fuenteovejuna: East End is the first Spanish-language theater production at Guild Hall.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of theater that speaks to the past while resonating powerfully in the present.

*An English libretto will be available for non-Spanish speakers.

Please Be Aware: This show contains brief moments of depicted violence and assault and is suggested for audiences ages 10 and up.

Un clásico del teatro español, reinventado para nuestra comunidad.

Guild Hall y OLA del Este de Long Island presentan Fuenteovejuna: East End, una audaz reinterpretación de la obra del siglo XVII de Lope de Vega. Codirigida por las Artistas en Residencia Comunitarias de Guild Hall, Margarita Espada y Minerva Perez, esta producción—interpretada completamente en español— cuenta la historia del valiente levantamiento de una comunidad contra la tiranía.

Con un talentoso elenco de miembros de la comunidad latina de todo Long Island, Fuenteovejuna: East End es la primera producción teatral en español en Guild Hall.

Acompáñanos en una velada inolvidable de teatro que dialoga con el pasado y resuena poderosamente en el presente.

7:00 – 8:00 pm: Recepción en el Jardín Minikes de Guild Hall
8:00 – 9:30 pm: Presentación en el Teatro Hilarie y Mitchell Morgan de Guild Hall

*Habrá un libreto en inglés disponible para quienes no hablen español.

Por favor tenga en cuenta: Este espectáculo contiene breves momentos de violencia y agresión representadas, y se sugiere para audiencias de 10 años en adelante.

See more videos HERE.

See rehearsal photos HERE.

PRIME VIDEO PRESENTS: SPOTLIGHT ON THE BETTER SISTER, A SERIES ADAPTATION

HAMPTONS WHODUNIT

Step inside the world of The Better Sister with an exclusive book-to-screen conversation featuring New York Times bestselling author Alafair Burke and the visionary co-showrunners of the upcoming Prime Video adaptation, Olivia Milch (Ocean’s 8) and Regina Corrado (Mayor of Kingstown) moderated by NBC News Entertainment correspondent, Chloe Melas.

Doors will open at 5 PM and refreshments can be purchased before, during, and after the program from Louise & Howie’s Coffee Bar in the lobby, to be enjoyed in the Minikes Garden. Food and beverage are permitted in the theater.

This program is presented as part of Hamptons Whodunit, East Hampton’s annual festival celebrating mystery and crime storytelling, this special event offers a behind-the-scenes look at adapting a gripping thriller from page to screen.

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