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Artists carry us forward

Connecting past with present and revealing imagined futures, epic international productions and intimate performances offer New Yorkers a multitude of traditional and contemporary works—ALL for free or Choose-What-You-Pay.

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Lincoln Center Visionary Artist: Jeanine Tesori

Lincoln Center honors one extraordinary artist whose impact and vision embody the transformative power of the arts across disciplines.

Legacies of San Juan Hill Festival

From October 14–29, celebrate the artistic legacy of San Juan Hill with events that shine a light on the artists who created here and the community that inspired them.

Kids, Teens, and Families

A joyful and inclusive series of music, dance, storytelling, and hands-on creativity for young audiences and their families, with sensory-friendly and bilingual events throughout the season.

American Songbook

A beloved Lincoln Center tradition, American Songbook celebrates the evolving landscape of American music—past, present, and future—with a bold new vision from Artist-in-Residence Clint Ramos.

AMOC* Up Close

Get up close to today’s most boundary-pushing artists in a one-of-a-kind showcase on our most intimate stage: featuring innovative new works from leading creators in music, dance, and opera.

Beats, Rhymes & Sights

A bold celebration of Hip-Hop’s next fifty years, this series brings together iconic concerts, film, dance, and interactive events curated by Xavier “X” Jernigan.

Big Umbrella Festival

A welcoming, multi-sensory festival created for neurodiverse audiences of all ages, featuring interactive performances, installations, and workshops each April.

Create-athons

A series of free, hands-on workshops where participants team up with pro artists to dive into music, design, tech, and more—no experience needed, just bring your creativity.

Festival of Firsts

Feed your curiosity with premiere performances, Lincoln Center debuts, and fresh collaborations, so that you can say, “I saw them first!”

Lincoln Center Immersive

Step into a vivid blend of art and technology with augmented reality installations that transform Lincoln Center’s campus into a living, digital canvas.

Lincoln Center Moments

A free, welcoming performance series created for individuals with dementia and their caregivers, offering intimate artistic experiences in a supportive setting.

Livestreams

Watch select Lincoln Center performances from anywhere with free livestreams all season long—complete with closed captions and on-demand access.

Passport to the Arts

A free and inclusive introduction to the performing arts, this series welcomes children, teens, and adults with disabilities and their families to experience concerts, workshops, and events across Lincoln Center.

Seen, Sound, Scribe

Curated by Poet-in-Residence Mahogany L. Browne, this powerful series uplifts poetry, performance, and dialogue with today’s leading and emerging literary voices.

Songwriter/Storyteller

A six-night tribute to the timeless art of storytelling through song, featuring genre-defying artists who blend narrative and music with heart and originality.

The Art of Wellbeing

Refresh your mind, body, and spirit with free guided meditations, movement classes, and live music in this uplifting wellness series created with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital.

The InBETWEEN Music & Tech

An electrifying fusion of art, tech, and imagination, this series from Nona Hendryx invites audiences to explore AI, XR, and cyborg futures through immersive experiences and visionary dialogue.

The Tune Up!

Pulitzer Prize winner Suzan-Lori Parks and her nine-piece band SLP & The Joyful Noise ignite a high-voltage night of new songs, short plays, surprise guests, and dance-in-the-aisles joy.

Under the Radar at Lincoln Center

Part of NYC’s trailblazing Under the Radar Festival, this series brings two bold new productions to Lincoln Center, spotlighting boundary-breaking voices from around the globe.

Unsound New York

The boundary-defying Unsound Festival returns to Lincoln Center with genre-blurring performances that reimagine sound through bold experimentation and global artistry.

Variations on America: A Discussion Series

In partnership with the New York Philharmonic, this free discussion series explores the American experience through music, history, and culture—moderated by ethnomusicologist Fredara Hadley.

¡VAYA!

A vibrant celebration of Latin music and dance, ¡VAYA! brings NYC’s top orchestras and rhythms to the stage—for dancers, listeners, and everyone in between.

Young Artist Pipeline

A free training program for fifth and sixth graders, Young Artist Pipeline nurtures emerging talent through foundational arts education, creative exploration, and pathways to NYC’s screened arts high schools.

UPCOMING SHOWS

Friday, September 5 at 7:30 pm

Matt Costa: Explorations of Sight and Sound

Lincoln Center Presents

David Rubenstein Atrium

Matt Costa’s multimedia concerts merge music and film to tell the story of his artistic travels and inspirations.

ALL AGES

MUSIC

In-person & Livestream

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Saturday, September 6 at 7:30 pm

Song to the Whales

Lincoln Center Presents

David Rubenstein Atrium

Join us for a euphoric music experience with four incredible Indigenous voices from Australia, Canada, and New Zealand, and an ensemble of musicians.

ALL AGES

MUSIC

Folk

CLASSICAL

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Saturday, September 20 at 2:00 pm

My Brain: After the Rupture

Lincoln Center Presents
In collaboration with The Juilliard School

Francesca Beale Theater

Don't miss the inspiring story of former WQXR Creative Director Clemency Burton-Hill as she rebuilds her life after a catastrophic brain injury.

AGES 16+

FILM

PANEL

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Wednesday, October 22 at 11:00 am

Lincoln Center Immersive

Collective Body

Lincoln Center Presents

Kenneth C. Griffin Sidewalk Studio, David Geffen Hall

Collective Body is an interactive, virtual reality experience that invites us to meet ourselves and each other through movement.

ALL AGES

VIRTUAL REALITY

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Saturday, November 1 at 7:30 pm

Día de Muertos Celebration

Lincoln Center Presents

David Rubenstein Atrium

Join us for a Mexican cultural tradition representing a time to honor deceased family members and ancestors.

ALL AGES

Participatory

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Saturday, November 1 at 7:30 pm

Unsound New York

Sinfonietta Cracovia Plays Mica Levi / Lucrecia Dalt / Aleksandra Słyż

Lincoln Center Presents

Alice Tully Hall

Colombian, English, and Polish artists join together in this three-part concert charting the future of modern avant-garde music.

AGES 2+

CHAMBER MUSIC

POP

Electronic

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Sunday, November 2 at 7:30 pm

Unsound New York

John Cale's Steam on Glass / Heinali & Andriana-Yaroslava Saienko

Wu Tsai Theater, David Geffen Hall

This shared bill features the legendary Velvet Underground founder John Cale and electronic explorations from Ukrainian artists Heinali & Andriana-Yaroslava Saienko.

AGES 2+

Folk

Electronic

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Friday, November 7 at 2:00 pm

Kids, Teens, and Families

The Ocean Etched in the Forest《刻在森林的海》

Lincoln Center Presents

Alice Tully Hall

Pulitzer Prize-winning composer and performer Du Yun presents a new work exploring the culture and musical heritage of the indigenous Jinuo people.

AGES 5+

MUSIC

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A.I.M by Kyle Abraham

On September 25–27, one of the world’s most acclaimed touring dance companies returns to Lincoln Center with a series of compelling pieces, including a new work set to an electrifying experimental classical score performed live.

Support the arts today

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, behind-the-scenes experiences, invitations to special events, and more.

The arts belong to all of us

This season, we're offering even more Choose-What-You-Pay events—from mainstage classical works, to bold multidisciplinary premieres, and performances for all ages!

Save the date: Open House

In October, Lincoln Center’s Open House returns with a day of creativity, community, and inspiring performances for families and audiences of all ages! Get hands-on with free workshops, participatory artmaking, music, and dance classes throughout our campus.

Art and wellbeing

Heartbeat

On February 21, 2026, Lincoln Center will proudly present the first-ever dedicated wellness summit celebrating the power of the arts to support mental health, physical wellbeing, and human connection. Heartbeat will bring together artists, healthcare professionals, and scientists for engaging programming including panels, performances, participatory movement, expert-led classes, and sound experiences.

The Art of Wellbeing

Presented in collaboration with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, The Art of Wellbeing series harnesses the power of art to engage the mind, body, and spirit. Boost your wellbeing with FREE guided meditations, movement-based lessons, and music-inspired experiences—accompanied by world-class musicians.

Make the most of your visit

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.

Dining & Drinks

Looking for a pre-show or mid-day 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.

Lincoln Center Tours

Explore the iconic arts organizations that call Lincoln Center home; and experience our vibrant campus the way only artists and staff do.

2025-26 Series & Festivals

Encounter the arts through a curated series or festival, each thoughtfully crafted around a theme, artform, historical moment in time, or audience. Whether you return to a favorite legacy program or discover something entirely new, we hope you leave feeling inspired by the arts—with a fresh perspective and connection to the world around you.

Find your series

Lincoln Center Visionary Artist: Jeanine Tesori

Lincoln Center honors one extraordinary artist whose impact and vision embody the transformative power of the arts across disciplines.

Legacies of San Juan Hill Festival

From October 14–29, celebrate the artistic legacy of San Juan Hill with events that shine a light on the artists who created here and the community that inspired them.

Kids, Teens, and Families

A joyful and inclusive series of music, dance, storytelling, and hands-on creativity for young audiences and their families, with sensory-friendly and bilingual events throughout the season.

American Songbook

A beloved Lincoln Center tradition, American Songbook celebrates the evolving landscape of American music—past, present, and future—with a bold new vision from Artist-in-Residence Clint Ramos.

AMOC* Up Close

Get up close to today’s most boundary-pushing artists in a one-of-a-kind showcase on our most intimate stage: featuring innovative new works from leading creators in music, dance, and opera.

Beats, Rhymes & Sights

A bold celebration of Hip-Hop’s next fifty years, this series brings together iconic concerts, film, dance, and interactive events curated by Xavier “X” Jernigan.

Big Umbrella Festival

A welcoming, multi-sensory festival created for neurodiverse audiences of all ages, featuring interactive performances, installations, and workshops each April.

Create-athons

A series of free, hands-on workshops where participants team up with pro artists to dive into music, design, tech, and more—no experience needed, just bring your creativity.

Festival of Firsts

Feed your curiosity with premiere performances, Lincoln Center debuts, and fresh collaborations, so that you can say, “I saw them first!”

Lincoln Center Immersive

Step into a vivid blend of art and technology with augmented reality installations that transform Lincoln Center’s campus into a living, digital canvas.

Lincoln Center Moments

A free, welcoming performance series created for individuals with dementia and their caregivers, offering intimate artistic experiences in a supportive setting.

Livestreams

Watch select Lincoln Center performances from anywhere with free livestreams all season long—complete with closed captions and on-demand access.

Passport to the Arts

Seen, Sound, Scribe

Curated by Poet-in-Residence Mahogany L. Browne, this powerful series uplifts poetry, performance, and dialogue with today’s leading and emerging literary voices.

Songwriter/Storyteller

A six-night tribute to the timeless art of storytelling through song, featuring genre-defying artists who blend narrative and music with heart and originality.

The Art of Wellbeing

Refresh your mind, body, and spirit with free guided meditations, movement classes, and live music in this uplifting wellness series created with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital.

The InBETWEEN Music & Tech

An electrifying fusion of art, tech, and imagination, this series from Nona Hendryx invites audiences to explore AI, XR, and cyborg futures through immersive experiences and visionary dialogue.

The Tune Up!

Pulitzer Prize winner Suzan-Lori Parks and her nine-piece band SLP & The Joyful Noise ignite a high-voltage night of new songs, short plays, surprise guests, and dance-in-the-aisles joy.

Under the Radar at Lincoln Center

Part of NYC’s trailblazing Under the Radar Festival, this series brings two bold new productions to Lincoln Center, spotlighting boundary-breaking voices from around the globe.

Unsound New York

The boundary-defying Unsound Festival returns to Lincoln Center with genre-blurring performances that reimagine sound through bold experimentation and global artistry.

Variations on America: A Discussion Series

In partnership with the New York Philharmonic, this free discussion series explores the American experience through music, history, and culture—moderated by ethnomusicologist Fredara Hadley.

¡VAYA!

A vibrant celebration of Latin music and dance, ¡VAYA! brings NYC’s top orchestras and rhythms to the stage—for dancers, listeners, and everyone in between.

Young Artist Pipeline

Ticketing Overview

Our goal is to continue exploring new ticketing practices together as a community to make our performances more accessible to more people and to center equity and inclusion in every aspect of our field. All tickets for  Lincoln Center Presents programs are FREE or Choose-What-You-Pay. Please refer to the dedicated event page of the show you’d like to attend to confirm ticketing options.

Choose-What-You-Pay Events

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With Choose-What-You-Pay ticketing, you decide what's right for you. We offer a suggested ticket price, as well as options to pay more or less. The minimum ticket price is $5.00.

Free General Admission Events

Many performances and events, including all programming at the David Rubenstein Atrium, are available for FREE via General Admission—first-come, first-served. Advance reservations are not required for these events; just show up! While we'll do our best to accommodate as many guests as possible, we cannot guarantee admission. Look for the “FREE” label on calendar listings and show pages, or select the “Free” calendar filter to search for a wide range of free programming.

Free Fast Track Option

All Lincoln Center Presents events at the David Rubenstein Atrium offer a Fast Track reservation option, giving priority entry into events. Reservations for Fast Track will open every Monday at noon for that week's events and can be reserved on this page. Please check the event's dedicated web page to confirm if Fast Track is available for the performance you'd like to attend.

3 Ways to Buy Tickets

There are three ways to purchase Choose-What-You-Pay and full-price tickets.

1. Book online from the event's dedicated web page.
2. Call CenterCharge at 212-721-6500 from Monday–Friday 10:00 am–6:00 pm (EST).
3. Book in-person at the Alice Tully Hall box office (Broadway and 66th Street) or the David Geffen Hall box office from Monday–Saturday 10:00 am–6:00 pm and Sunday noon–6:00 pm.

The Tune Up!

SLP & The Joyful Noise is a nine-piece band led by the Pulitzer Prize-winning dramatist Suzan-Lori Parks, that serves as her musical workshop for original songwriting and new storytelling. The Tune Up!, directed by Bessie Award-winning Executive Artistic Director of The Flea Theater Niegel Smith, puts SLP & The Joyful Noise at center stage for a feature-length program that blends short plays, American music, and high-voltage performance. This is a sip-your-drinks, make-new-friends, dance-in-the-aisles kind of evening that traffics in big sounds and bold ideas, booty-shaking and statement-making. Surrounded by songs, celebrated guests and exceptional newcomers, Parks reminds us of the importance and joy in remembering who we are! Dates to be announced soon!

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