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Through May 23

Curated by Tony Award winner Clint Ramos, American Songbook: Echoes of an Inheritance brings musical theater performances, powerhouse concerts, and genre-crossing experiences. Take part in the dialogue between past and present, as we begin to imagine the future—and the songbook we want to leave behind.

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Get early access to tickets
Support the performing arts and enjoy year-round benefits! Members get early access to Choose-What-You-Pay tickets, plus a full year of Fast Track entry, and invitations to special events.
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Never miss a beat
Listen to the official American Songbook: Echoes of an Inheritance playlist to discover this year's stars and get a taste of what's in store this season.

Classics for the modern stage

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The iconic duo: Ella & The Duke
In the storied history of American music, you’d be hard pressed to find a duo as lasting as that of vocalist Ella Jane Fitzgerald and composer Edward Kennedy “Duke” Ellington. American Songbook introduces a new narrated concert honoring their shared legacy, as portrayed by the accomplished soloist Sandra St. Victor alongside multiple GRAMMY-winning producer and pianist Mark Batson.
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The legacy of the American crooner
Through a mix of beloved standards and unexpected selections, breakout Broadway star Dez Duron traces the legacy of the American crooner. From Bennett to Bublé, Sinatra to Tormé, the sound of the canonical jazz balladeer signals romance and longing. What does it mean to be a crooner today? Duron offers a love letter and exploration of this classic American musical form, reframing it for the modern stage.

Before the curtain rises

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Explore accessibility
Lincoln Center seeks to create a more inclusive experience and meet access needs for our audiences by providing a range of accommodations for all performances.
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Raise a glass
Looking for a pre-show drink, meal, small bite, or coffee? We have you covered! Lincoln Center offers a variety of dining and grab-n-go options to audiences and visitors.
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Uncover a new dimension
Bring your smartphone to Josie Robertson Plaza to discover free augmented reality art installation commissions.
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Know where to go
All American Songbook events are held at The Appel Room, David Geffen Hall, or the David Rubenstein Atrium. Find directions, accessibility, and more.
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Take a self-guided art walk
Find the sculptures, paintings, photographs, and prints hiding in plain sight across Lincoln Center. Art is all around you—not only on our stages!
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Go behind the scenes
On select dates, explore the iconic arts organizations that call Lincoln Center home; and experience our vibrant campus the way only artists and staff do.

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