Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts

I had a wonderful afternoon watching The American Ballet Theater's Like Water for Chocolate with my mom. The theater is majestic. Everyone is kind from the staff at the front door, the gentleman serving refreshments, the restroom attendants to the ushers. We had an amazing view of the whole stage, and our seats were comfortable. The outside is beautiful and welcoming with seats and fun games to play. The sculptures and fountains make for a peaceful place to relax before your show begins. I look forward to our next visit in the near future.

This is an upmarket art Center complex on 16 acre ground, very close to the Columbus circle. Theaters are big with huge seating capacity and brilliant acoustics. The theater for Ballet was mind blowing with a seating capacity of more than 1000 and is in the shape of the ballet dancers hand in the first step ( for better visibility to all the audience). Don’t miss to take the 2.5 hour guided Lincoln tour..

This place has a special energy to it, definitely my favorite spot in the city. On top of that, getting to see the very last show of Like Water for Chocolate ballet was absolutely magical, the Metropolitan Opera building is amazing and I fully recommend everyone to get tickets and experience a show here!

Always a memorable time. It gets better and better Love the experience of live music. The dance floor was big and not part of the concert floor so if you wanted to experience the performance or just dance you had both options. Yes, there is always a bag check. Rest rooms are in close proximity, once you are in you can get stamped and return. The oversized disco ball was very cool. The silent dance party after sent it to the next level.

Even with the rain it was a beautiful night, enjoy the Cayman Islands, Swanky Kitchen Band performance. The venue was nicely organized and the atmosphere was magical. The concert was paused due to the rain, and we were escorted to seek shelter inside the building. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable, giving us recommendations for what we could do as we waited for the rain to stop. Theres a nice coffee shop and bar , with clean restrooms. Whole experience was amazing. I will be back and take in more of the summer concerts. Thank you for hosting this amazing bands.

Any place that houses symphonies, ballet, theater, and Deadpool vs Wolverine has versatility. Package all that in mid-Manhattan and you have a win. Great acoustics, seating and staff too. From A list to Zorro, it’s all passed through these walls. This is an incredible place to take in just about anything in the arts world. A plethora (plethora-or—a) of nearby restaurants and attractions will ensure none of the party goers will say “what else is there to do?” “Lincoln Center for The Performing Arts….” (Catchphrase here).

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts deserves a 5-star rating! As one of the premier cultural institutions in New York City, it offers an extraordinary range of performances and events, from world-class music and opera to ballet and theater. The venue itself is stunning, with its impressive architecture and excellent acoustics. The variety and quality of the programming ensure that there's always something captivating to see. The experience of attending events at Lincoln Center is truly exceptional, making it a top destination for arts and culture enthusiasts.

Went silent disco dancing under the stars and had a blast! Best part....it was FREE. It takes place all summer long and if yoy haven't tried it, go check it out. Spent the night in NYC!

I had a wonderful afternoon watching The American Ballet Theater's Like Water for Chocolate with my mom. The theater is majestic. Everyone is kind from the staff at the front door, the gentleman serving refreshments, the restroom attendants to the ushers. We had an amazing view of the whole stage, and our seats were comfortable. The outside is beautiful and welcoming with seats and fun games to play. The sculptures and fountains make for a peaceful place to relax before your show begins. I look forward to our next visit in the near future.

This is an upmarket art Center complex on 16 acre ground, very close to the Columbus circle. Theaters are big with huge seating capacity and brilliant acoustics. The theater for Ballet was mind blowing with a seating capacity of more than 1000 and is in the shape of the ballet dancers hand in the first step ( for better visibility to all the audience). Don’t miss to take the 2.5 hour guided Lincoln tour..

This place has a special energy to it, definitely my favorite spot in the city. On top of that, getting to see the very last show of Like Water for Chocolate ballet was absolutely magical, the Metropolitan Opera building is amazing and I fully recommend everyone to get tickets and experience a show here!

Always a memorable time. It gets better and better Love the experience of live music. The dance floor was big and not part of the concert floor so if you wanted to experience the performance or just dance you had both options. Yes, there is always a bag check. Rest rooms are in close proximity, once you are in you can get stamped and return. The oversized disco ball was very cool. The silent dance party after sent it to the next level.

Even with the rain it was a beautiful night, enjoy the Cayman Islands, Swanky Kitchen Band performance. The venue was nicely organized and the atmosphere was magical. The concert was paused due to the rain, and we were escorted to seek shelter inside the building. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable, giving us recommendations for what we could do as we waited for the rain to stop. Theres a nice coffee shop and bar , with clean restrooms. Whole experience was amazing. I will be back and take in more of the summer concerts. Thank you for hosting this amazing bands.

Any place that houses symphonies, ballet, theater, and Deadpool vs Wolverine has versatility. Package all that in mid-Manhattan and you have a win. Great acoustics, seating and staff too. From A list to Zorro, it’s all passed through these walls. This is an incredible place to take in just about anything in the arts world. A plethora (plethora-or—a) of nearby restaurants and attractions will ensure none of the party goers will say “what else is there to do?” “Lincoln Center for The Performing Arts….” (Catchphrase here).

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts deserves a 5-star rating! As one of the premier cultural institutions in New York City, it offers an extraordinary range of performances and events, from world-class music and opera to ballet and theater. The venue itself is stunning, with its impressive architecture and excellent acoustics. The variety and quality of the programming ensure that there's always something captivating to see. The experience of attending events at Lincoln Center is truly exceptional, making it a top destination for arts and culture enthusiasts.

Went silent disco dancing under the stars and had a blast! Best part....it was FREE. It takes place all summer long and if yoy haven't tried it, go check it out. Spent the night in NYC!

(Attended 06/18/2024 TU @ 6:00pm-11:00pm): This place was truly one of many entertainment centers in the city where people gathered for fun and excitement! Purely by happenstance because a friend and I were in the area to attend a ballet performance nearby at The Metropolitan Opera House, we also had the chance to experience the community gathering place that was Lincoln Center. Apparently, many events were held here throughout the year, and in this particular case, their "Summer Of The City" event series was happening. In addition, this hub of arts-focused activities presented dancing, exhibits, films, music, and much more among the many facilities and grounds that made up the complex. With this brief unplanned encounter, would I be impressed enough to return for a planned occasion to this center of New York City!? PURCHASE Third Annual Summer Of The City (Varied; FREE this instance): A collection that spans hundreds of events bringing together thousands of artists, in celebration of the multitude of stories that live within New York City, this was truly a community-supported concept. All events were either FREE or Choose-What-You-Pay, with tickets for select events available for sale. A DJ played music while guests danced, mingled, sang, or simply enjoyed the atmosphere and chilled. We chilled and people-watched until the doors opened to the ballet. After the performance, there was less going on while people hung out and occupied the open space while music played from speakers. I understood this was merely a glimpse into these specific summertime activities, but I could sense there was more to experience throughout the year which really intrigued me! SERVICE Honestly, there really wasn't much except for the security guards who circled the designated event space and controlled the crowd. Everyone seemed happy, so that was good enough for me - thank you! PARKING (Varied; N/A this instance): We took a Lyft there ($49.00) and a bus back ($2.50 x2) for another event. Otherwise, located underneath Lincoln Center was the public 24-hours self-parking Lincoln Center "park and lock" Plaza Parking Garage, with varied rates ($28.00 - $63.00). Buses and subways were cheaper and efficient options, so I would highly recommend that. ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE Lincoln Center-proper encompassed multiple facilities with different capacities that housed various events year-round. However, in this case, it was the outdoor space that was being utilized on this hot and humid night, where a stage setup, tall round tables, and bright colorful flashing lights filled your senses. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=nL4gGRSlIBkwUaxFNCuDRA The music mildly drowned-out the street traffic steps away. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=3GZI7v4r6vFZmVyNFADocg ATTIRE Although I was in a suit, tie, and dress shoes for the ballet, generally speaking it was totally casual. So, I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL I loved what Lincoln Center had to offer and would gladly return with a better understanding of their event calendar the next time I was in town. If you were lucky, you could experience multiple events in one day as we did. I loved community events such as this and hoped those who actually lived in the community supported it (it appeared they did). I found complete value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $0.00 BEFORE any discounts and/or tips). And, if I ever needed to buy tickets or concessions, I dared to say they accepted my credit card of choice...AMEX! 5.0 STARS

Lincoln Center does every summer, Summer in the City programs that are free or low cost. On a Saturday morning I went to a meditation and music Workshop for an hour. It was a really great experience. It was nice to see a program focused on wellness and Self-Care.

Here to review the "Summer for the City" events this year at Lincoln Center. Events scheduled til August so check their calendar. Some are free, some for a fee. Happened to read on this last Saturday and decided to go there that afternoon. The Bridge activity is free - download the app and walk around the plaza. Find markers and characters/avatars appear on the app. The Dream Machine, a virtual reality event, was full that day. Not sure what it is but was curious. Choose-what-you-pay (lowest amount is $5pp) so went on the website and booked tickets for a future date. When booking, it allows only 2 tickets per person but I just added more batches of 2s to my cart. I thought my husband and my trek to that area was a bust but we waited around to see how the outdoor concert would be- by the Kumbia Queers. At first we were only watching from outside "the Dance Floor", which is the fountain area. It was too late to reserve tickets/fast track admission (check the website) but decided to ask staff and learned that we can still go in via the General Admission line. Bag check was done. Some tables/chairs were along the side-back areas by the food vendors or can find a spot by fountain, where a giant disco ball is now hovering above. The band and their music were great! So lively. Some people just listened, others danced too, like me. I knew there was a silent disco scheduled at 9pm. We didn't have tickets but again I asked and was told to just walk in later, and no deposit needed for headphones (which we had to do at a smaller silent disco I went to years ago). So after a dinner break, via General Admission line again, bags checked and grabbed our headphones. For this disco, we stayed on any channel and we could hear what DJ Cozmic was playing- a mix of dance music, some were our 90s faves. Non-stop moving and dancing. Couldn't stay til the end so had to leave a bit after a new DJ started playing, but still got to dance some salsa. Before exiting, we dropped off the headphones, which were cleaned right there. Watching our videos was funny- seeing people dancing but can't hear any music.

The Lincoln Center has thirty indoor and outdoor facilities and is host to 5 million visitors annually. It houses internationally renowned performing arts organizations including the New York Philharmonic, the Metropolitan Opera, the New York City Ballet, the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, and the Juilliard School. The facility, designed by Max Abramovitz, was originally named Philharmonic Hall and was renamed Avery Fisher Hall in honor of philanthropist Avery Fisher, who donated $10.5 million ($69 million today) to the orchestra in 1973. In November 2014, Lincoln Center officials announced Fisher's name would be removed from the Hall so that naming rights could be sold to the highest bidder as part of a $500 million fund-raising campaign to refurbish the Hall. In 2015, the Hall acquired its present name after David Geffen donated $100 million to the Lincoln Center. David Geffen Hall is a concert hall in New York City's Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts complex on Manhattan's Upper West Side. The 2,200-seat auditorium opened in 1962, and is the home of the New York Philharmonic.

This is such an amazing spot that is filled with so many fun activities for the summer! + NYCB + Met Opera + Fun Concerts during the summer + Dancing Series/Lessons all summer My favorite Restaurants to stop by near here are: + Amorino + Smith + Taco Mahal (a little further away, but still quite a blast!) IG: QueenOfAdventureNYC

The Lincoln Center For The Performing Arts is undisputedly the world's leading performing arts venue and the premier entertainment destination in New York. I used to live on the UWS and have probably walked by this iconic theatre a thousand times. It's very popular among locals and tourists who love the performing arts.

This is review is focusing on the tour. First off, the tour is different every time. Which venues you see across the 16+ acre campus depends on what's happening that day--rehearsals, events. So each tour may be different. This isn't always going to be a "behind the scenes" tour, but on my tour we got to see the NY ballet rehearse. We got to see the philharmonic rehearse. We got to see a few of the auditoriums. We didn't get to see the MET auditorium; maybe another day! There are some beautiful areas, sculptures, lots of windows, light, and architectural details. Of course you can't forget the beautiful fountain and outdoor courtyard with lots of seating! Our guide, Gerri, was fun, stylish, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable. The tour was 20 dollars. It lasted about 80-90 minutes. I felt it was worth it.

Nice area to visit during the holidays when it's all decorated or in the summer. Watch the fountain is calming. Been here to watch live performances as well indoors. Lots of events from Metropolitan Opera, Ballet, Philharmonic etc going on all season long. Make sure to have tickets handy and arrive early for event as need to go through security screening. Restrooms in the building after you check in for the event.

I love love love what Lincoln Center is doing for their Summer in the City. I have gone to two events, one Silent Disco led by DJ Khalil focusing on afro beats and one Classical Indian dance performance. I got fast track tickets each time and the quality of service and help at the venue is amazing. It was quick and smooth to go in and multiple people were around to help with questions. The silent disco was energetic and fun, and the dance performance was beautiful. I love this series and 100% will attend again!

Been attending this musical Mecca forever. Comfortable. The renovation is great. Excellent acoustics. Wouldn't want to sit behind the orchestra, though.

The Lincoln center is such a cool place with major events. I usually walk by every so often and there seems to be some sort of event that's happening outside each time. I've never ventured in but plan to go to a few events someday in the future. The day I cam was a super nice day out and there was an artificial grass setup with decorations and a play area for kids. I hung out for a bit and sat on down on the grass and people watched. This was just a reminder of the magic that is NYC. It also had the rainbow colored floor right outside of the entrance which made it look absolutely beautiful. It's definitely a good alternative, especially for families with kids to hang out here rather than the crowded and bustling Central Park just a short distance away.

I'm sorry to say, that I don't remember the year that I won this prize! I was in Hight School, & I entered my art work in this competition. We needed to design & do the art work for a poster, for Lincoln Center. I won 3rd prize! & the actual prize was a set of LP's of Beethoven's Symphonies. My photo & story even appeared, in one of the local newspapers. And as always, my dad took photos of the art exhibit, where my poster was displayed. I used gauche, for the actual art work, all done by hand & it came out quite lovely, A wonderful memory! NYC.

I loved it here. I went to a free silent disco night. The dj was awesome. Music was so danceable! I thoroughly enjoyed myself. I am planning on going to k-pop silent disco soon! I can't wait to come back to another free event Lincoln Center is creating.

The Metropolitan Opera House at Lincoln Center opened in 1966 and seats 3,850. The seats are plush and comfortable, with decent legroom (I'm 6'3"). Th seats have a scroll bar on the back of the seat in front of you, providing a translation of the lyrics. For the opera performance I attended, the translation was also artfully displayed on the background of the stage. Bathroom lines get long at intermission. Bar service was expensive. Two drinks were $47.99 (not including a tip).

Lincoln Center, NYC; it houses the Metropolitan Opera (one of the world's best opera house), New York City Ballet and Juilliard school. If you'd expressed interest in the opera scenery, then I'd definitely recommend visiting the Metropolitan Opera. So I've been coming here since 1996; my high school - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is about 1/2 block away. I would get tickets to see a show in the standing room. Excitedly saw Giordano's Fedora Opera at the Met Opera. This Opera had my emotions shooting in all sort of directions...my was touched and my mascara was smudged...ufff!! Fedora settings is in three European Countries; France, Russia and Switzerland. It's about a passionately love affair that went out of control ya'll...goodness it was a bravo romantic drama...it's such talent that these performers have to be able to tell a whole story through music and their voices... And I very much so appreciated the complimentary ticket. They have a cafe where you can order food and drinks; but it's very pricey though so worth it. I saw folks going in that were members. Additionally I saw fancy tables where folks dinned by the windows; I'm thinking there is a restaurant there. I'd like to check it out at some point in the future.

Always something wonderful happening at Lincoln Center. This year's Summer Dance party plays the music through individual headsets rather than through external speakers. Quite the sight to see one hundred + dancers doing their thing without hearing a sound. Cool

A lovely performance by an incredible cast. Despite a minor technical issue, the show in fact went on. I saw The Magic Flute and I loved how funny and entertaining the production was. There were a lot of families with young kids in the audience. The set and costumes were so beautiful! They brought magic to life with this show. The birds were incredible! There was a suicide-ish scene towards the end so please be prepared and aware of this. I did see a family walk out immediately. Other than that, it was a great show.

Un vrai théâtre pour admirer un spectacle du MET. Quelle place fantastique pour voir un opéra. Tout est parfaitement coordonné et à aucun moment la foule est oppressante ou ne stagne dans les couloirs. Un lieu avec des pratiques d'accueil du public bien rodées et qui ne laisse aucun visiteur indifférent. J'ai particulièrement aimé les luminaires. Très majestueux et magnifiques à regarder.

Saw Flex which is an off Broadway show at Lincoln Center, the place is next to the Metropolitan Opera. And Times Square is nearby, the place is near the 1 train. The place is beautiful. You can cornhole outside and there's a summer event that runs from June - August 2023. Check it out this summer if you are nearby!

Great place to take pics. There isn't a great restaurant inside that we saw but they have great events here and walking distance to a lot of places to eat.

What a wonderful theater! The famous Lincoln Center was an awesome experience to watch this current play 'The Skin of our Teeth'! There isn't a bad seat in this theater and my only complaint is the leg room (I am 5' 4 and my knees and legs didn't have enough space)! The others in my group shared similar disappointment about the seating! Overall, it was a wonderful afternoon to see a play in NYC! Just a note: The theater requires that you have your 'physical' COVID vaccine card and you must wear a mask upon entering the space! The wearing of the masks are enforced by theater staff throughout the performance!

This is such an iconic location to come listen to excellent music. We wanted to see Xian Chang during the Summer for the City event going on these few months. It was absolutely incredible seeing this massive theater and iconic halls. Every seat has a fantastic view of the area and allows for a perfect experience. They do have an outside bar where you can buy drinks and snacks. They don't do physical programs anymore, however there are QR codes near the doors to allow you to pull up programs for the event going on that night. I highly suggest coming here if you want to experience a once (or more) in a lifetime musical performance that will take your breath away!

Gorgeous historic venue. Went to see the ballet and it was quite the experience. The check in process was quick despite the multitude of people. The ushers were helpful and sweet. During the show itself, we felt quite transported - the performance was quite breathtaking and the dancers were beyond compare. Of course the wine and snacks were overpriced, but that to be expected! Highly recommend catching a performance here. It really is the quintessential New York experience.

This is an amazing and iconic complex and great place to catch a concert or show. It is convenient to the subway and not far from Times Square. My main complaint is that the bathrooms have very few (2) stalls for such a large theater.

I finally got to go to this place back in February 2023 after hearing about this place many times. Beautiful place. I can see why it's a popular place because it's just really nice. Great experience. Workers are friendly enough and helpful.

Lots of fascinating exhibits. I am learning so much about the theater. This exhibit has a getting ready to close, and it would be a shame to miss it:

Lincoln Center has devolved into a really low-class operation. Parking there is a nightmare as are most amenities. It is a shame because their resident organizations have great history. Shame they have to be a part of this clown-show organization.

I came here before COVID to see the Big Apple Circus, and I came in December of 2022 with my family to see the circus again. The acts changed slightly but it was still a great. I highly recommend anyone with kids to take them to see the show. The Big Top is located right by Lincoln Center and you can't miss it. There are no real bathrooms, just glorified portapotties. There is also plenty of public transit nearby to get you here. Overall, it was a decent experience and I would come back to see a different show or event.

Swan Lake was amazing customer service is great and the nicest usher took a great picture of my sister and I and he definitely hit the anglessss

I'm here way to often b/c I work in the area. My job also uses Lincoln Center for various projects, shows, etc. This place is a NYC staple and no matter where you are in the center it's magnificent.

Not that Lincoln Center needs another glowing review, but I wanted to add my $.02 to be included in the people who adore this New York City mecca of performing arts. The fountain, the scrolling LED lights in the steps, the middle building's distinct tall arch windows -- the plaza itself is an elegant charmer, a bit more so at nightfall when it's gorgeously lit. As iconic as the site is, the main attraction, of course, are the shows held within the three buildings. Over the course of a decade and a half, I've taken in world-class performances by the American Ballet Theater at the Met & the New York Philharmonic at David Geffen Hall, as well as seen plays at Newhouse & Beaumont Theaters. Few things are as lovely as being entertained at Lincoln Center. Make time for a show when you're in town.

I came here twice in the past to attend two concerts. The place is big and is often used to host cultural events. Such a venue has a sense of prestige and is much more eloquent than the auditorums at any school.

Just showing a little love to this gorgeous facility while it is temporarily closed due to COVID. Lincoln Center is a beautiful place on the outside (the courtyard, fountain, and evening lighting) as well as inside. I have attended several ballet performances over the years that I have really enjoyed not only because of what is on stage, but also because of the theater itself. The whole place looks like a rich velvet-lined jewel box while you wait for the theater lights to dim--not a bad reason to arrive a bit early to your seats! When we someday can attend large performances again, I look forward to sitting in one of those seats to support NYC's dancers and artists.

First time stopping by I came for the Lincoln Center Spring Gala, There was a Cocktail hour before the show, we had some Sauvignon white wine they also served appetizers bite size which were good, decent empanadas , some veggies bowls , the beef tips, little veggie sandwich rolls.. all were good, after the show there was another cocktail hour, this time no food but some sweet treats to take home, the black & white cookie - good cookie. As for the show, it was a good night of short performances, the Young people's chorus, Chris Jackson from Lion King & Patti Labelle all were good performances. Next time we were able to be part of the "Celebrate Love a Rewedding" that took place in June this was a celebration for couples who's wedding plans got derailed because of the pandemic this was a nice event. Hubby & I participated along w 500 other couples , drinks , pics , celebs & sweets were on board for the day it was a nice celebration. By the end we got to dance the night away by the giant disco ball, outside along w everyone who participated & their guest it was certainly a night to remember. The outside arena is set up nicely for dance parties & events, worth stopping by to check it out.

Love, love, love this part of Manhattan. The buildings are grand. Juilliard is located here. Serene environment

Hanging out at the Greens, The temporary art installation at Lincoln Center, with the lawn, and chairs covered in grass, is extremely relaxing! Very cool reconfiguring of space while the theaters are closed! And FilmLinc, love you! Thanks for all the great virtual programming this year, nice to stop by. :)

Unwelcoming and unhelpful to persons with disabilities The Lincoln center hosts an Asian American Film Fest which is happening now. Someone I know, who is legally blind has attended for last few years calling ahead and asking for assistance reading subtitles and has been given one lame excuse after another. Does this place receive public money? Isn't this illegal? Imagine the effort it took this man to get there in the first place, and then the disappointment at not knowing the first thing about what happened in the films, and the further hurt experienced when no one was willing to accommodate him. Shame on you Asian American Film Festival. Shame on you Lincoln Center. Don't people need jobs? How hard would it have been to provide this accommodation?

As per a previous Yelper: "It's an architectural masterpiece with its open stairs, water fountain, and cohesiveness of the building designs." Absolutely indeed a splendid architectural masterpiece. It is comprised of three buildings: NYS Theater (I do not like calling it the David Koch Theater), which houses the NYC Ballet; Avery Fisher Hall (I don't call it David Geffen Hall either) which is home to the NY Philharmonic; and the Metropolitan Opera House, which is home to the Metropolitan Opera Company and the American Ballet Theater. I am always enamoured with Lincoln Center for its glorious architectural design, performance arts and acoustics are very good, and cultural center for ballet, philharmonic orchestra, and opera are performed. Quality art and quality performances are honed and conducted where talent are skillfully displayed. Lincoln Center is a New York cultural icon and the open outdoor plaza is a nice photo opportunity for all.

I've always been a Kanye West fan despite his often outrageous commentary and sometimes eccentric behavior. I'm a lover of music and he's a genius at what he does. I'm not religious and don't relate to this new found gospel aspect of his craft but when I saw he was bringing his Opera "Mary" to Lincoln center featuring music from his Sunday service, I bought tickets without hesitation. And pricey they were. I've been to Lincoln Center on a few occasions. From operas to symphonies, I have attended many and can't say anything negative about this place. The staff is always pleasant, the drink selection and snacks are varied and not over priced, bathrooms are very well maintained and clean, and I haven't had 1 bad seat yet. It's also easily accessible using public transportation. I've sat in all sections from the orchestra to the third tier and have always had a great view of the stage. For this event I had side left orchestra seats and I had a wonderful view. The only negative thing about the event is that it wasn't long enough. The entire opera was about 45 minutes and seemed like it was over before it even started. The music was amazing but I needed more. Tickets sold out in a few hours. It was pretty star studded with Dave Chappelle walking right past me and Kim Kardashian & North West sitting just a few rows from me. People came out dressed to the nines. Overall, it was a beautiful night in NYC.

Came for a restart stages concert, very thankful that Lincoln center is still bringing us live music despite the pandemic. The Green installation was a nice outdoor space to relax in.

Although I was born and raised in NY I have never been to Lincoln Center until today while attending the Commencement Ceremony for my son-in law who graduated from Med School. Lincoln Center is a beautiful location with very comfortable plush seats, but the restrooms don't fit the decor of the auditorium. There was a bathroom attendant, however I am unsure of her role; she simply sat in the restroom watching as women fine tuned themselves in the mirror so if that was her job she aced it! If it was to maintain cleanliness of the rest room, she needs to do better because several of the stalls had garbage, urine and tissue on the floors. Outside of the unkept restrooms and the unorganized rude staff at the doors this is a beautiful place.

The pandemic isn't keeping the Lincoln Center from celebrating the holidays this year . Although both the Winter's eve and Tree lighting are cancelled due to Covid 19 , this outstanding concert venue is bringing holiday spirit to the UWS area. The statue of Dante Alighieri at Dante Park has a projection with start constellations! "There's no greater sorrow than to recall happiness in misery"- Dante If you haven't been to the Jazz at Rose Theater (the venue's biggest performing space at Columbus Circle), the Big Band Holiday concert performed by Mr. Wynton Marsalis is a must see! I look forward to attending performances again in 2021!

We went to Lincoln center to watch My Fair Lady. The venue itself was really easy to get to with public transit. There is a lot of subways that get to the station around it. Lincoln center is a very short walk away from the subway station! The venue itself was really nice. There is a little stair case that led up to a fountain, which is where you can find the entrance to the theatre for my fair lady. The fountain itself was very pretty and there is a big field of grass next to it with a lot of steps, which is perfect for a picnic or just reading a book! We got to the venue an hour early, but had a good time just hanging out around the fountain.

Great performance venue. World class auditoriums and performers. I mostly go to the Met. The production value is excellent.

Lincoln Center is a place where you can escape to enjoy some of the greatest operatic voices, instrumentalists, dancers and actors perform in amazing venues such as the Metropolitan Opera House, David Geffen Hall, David H. Koch Theatre, Vivian Beaumont Theatre, etc... Just a few blocks away is Jazz at Lincoln Center where you can catch the greatest jazz players perform. The center fountain is always enjoyable and free to view. You can also view this beautiful and mesmerizing fountain while dining in the Grand Tier (In the Met) and while attending performances in their other venues. The center steps have digital text in all languages. This is really cool to see! I think Mardory V. said it best that, "Lincoln Center is constantly evolving and changing". Lincoln Center is a must see for all ages!

The show was the show,...of course it was amazing! The space was the space,...of course is was spectacular. But what I was not expecting was such exquisite customer service!!! Alex, the manager, took care of us perfectly. He knows how to handle challenging situations and customers with mellifluence. My kids told me I had to come onto yelp and give him a shout-out because he made their (our) night.

I love Lincoln Center! It's made up of 3 main buildings: the NYS Theater (I'll never get used to calling it the David Koch Theater), which houses the NYC Ballet; Avery Fisher Hall (no, I don't call it David Geffen Hall either), which is home to the NY Philharmonic; and the Metropolitan Opera House, which is home to the Metropolitan Opera Company and the American Ballet Theater. The Juliard School, which houses Alice Tully Hall, and the outdoor bandshell known as Damrosch Park are all part of this arts & entertainment complex. There are also numerous fountains and seating areas which are all beautiful and best enjoyed in the warm weather. I've been to all of these venues many times and for me, they make up the heart of NY's performing arts. Even if you don't go inside any of these buildings, they're a great place to take some photos and spend some time while on the West Side.

The only ballet I have ever attended before was the Nutcracker when I was ten during some snow storm with my older brother in Seattle. Seeing Mark Ryden's art show at Paul Kasmin for the "Whipped" show, I knew this ballet was not to be missed. Ryden is known for his fluffy, eerie stuffed animals and doe eyed children! I had no idea what to expect in ballet form. The ballet was at Lincoln Center, another iconic space from so many movies. There was tons of selfies and energy walking in. It appears that the majority of people come only 15 minutes before the curtain raises. It's madness!!! I suggest coming in early!!! Also there are bathroom rules! I've never heard of such a thing. The line on my floor was so long that I ran up a floor. Also incredibly long. I ended up going back to my floor and it was shorter. The lady behind me was snarlying at her friend that the lines would not be so long if people stayed on their floors. I did not appreciate the snobbery since this was indeed my floor. And I paid a fair amount of money for some quality balcony seats with my brother for my birthday. The bathroom lady warned everyone to be on the right floor. After this debacle, I asked about our seats. The balcony has a seating chart outside of the room. There was a guy sitting in my seat. If you do the balcony you have to be in the front row or else it's very hard to see. I was not having it! My brother and I got into OUR seats and it was beautiful! You could see the orchestra and the stage perfectly!! When we took some pictures before the show this lady in the balcony next to me explained how we really can't use phones during the show since it's so distracting! Wow! People are something else at the ballet. There's more welcoming and chill people at some punk shows I attend. I didn't let her bother me. And as an FYI you can take pictures of the whole cast at the end when the bows are happening. I'm warning you so you don't get scolded. I warned you! The second act for "Whipped" was my favorite!! The whole ballet was about a young boy going into a sugar coma! I loved all the candies dancing! The booze bottles were so fun to watch! The nurses with the giant syringes were like a scene from TOMMY (musical with the band The Who)!! There's was a creepy eyeball blinking in one scene. I adored the snow yak and the other furry, blinky eyed creatures! It was a spectacular show. The perfect ballet show for me! During the intermission I even had time to run to the gift shop and grab a tshirt of the show with happy meringue pile on the front! The space itself and the show were exactly what I wanted in my first official NY ballet. I would say the people attending can learn to be more welcoming and friendly. Some of us never had the luxury of growing up in this environment.

This review is limited to the grounds only although I would have loved to have seen the inside of some of the buildings. It was still early morning and having finished my breakfast across the street walked over here. There were many students enroute to classes which i would guess they offer here. The outside architecture is amazing. From the neon stairs that said "Welcome to the Josie Robertson plaza to a lovely fountain for picture taking it is a very clean area to take pictures. I noticed they had an open half dome shell which I would assume is used for outdoor concerts. As I was walking by I saw a line fro the David Koch theater which is the part of the NYC ballet. The exhibition today was called Women in the world. I would have loved to have seen it but had an apt elsewhere. Lincoln Center is home to the NY Opera, ballet, and the Vivien Beaumont theater to name a few. Strolling along the grounds I saw some beautiful sculpture. My favorite was the hippo wearing a tu tu!. It is a fact that before the Lincoln Center project was built park of the exterior shots of the movie West Side Story were filmed here. I later learned that they recently showed the movie outside on a large HD screen located in front of the Opera house. I was able to briefly enter the visitor's complex. They do offer tours and there is much literature on the place. I was taking in by the wall of plants they had near the entrance. Lincoln Center extends quite a few blocks and it is a must return for me whenever I visit NY again. I love ballet so hopefully next time I will catch a show and perhaps take a tour.