Brooklyn: Williamsburg, Greenpoint & Bushwick
A longtime outpost for folk, indie and experimental music in New York, Williamsburg’s Knitting Factory is where to go to see everything from '90s rock to…
Must-see entertainment in New York, New Jersey & Pennsylvania
Upper West Side & Central Park
Just north of Lincoln Center, this 450-seat hall, part of the Kaufman Center, is one of the city’s more intimate venues for classical music, as well as…
West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District
Angelika specializes in foreign and independent films and has some quirky charms (the rumble of the subway, long lines and occasionally bad sound). But…
Philadelphia
The musical Cabaret, the kid's show Peter Pan and Ibsen's The Dolls House – the recent offerings by this long-established and well-regarded theater…
Hudson Valley
The Hudson Valley's newest cultural offering is this black-box theatre, showing thought-provoking plays tackling the human condition by contemporary…
West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District
This high-concept art space hosts a highly eclectic lineup of live music, with the likes of Deerhunter, Gary Bartz and Yo La Tengo performing in past…
Philadelphia
There's a wide variety of events held several times a week at this elegant space built originally in 1911 as the First Church of Christ Scientist. Check…
Church of the Holy Trinity Rittenhouse Square
Philadelphia
Free classical-music concerts are held most Wednesdays in this handsome l859 church designed by Scottish-born architect John Norman. The church, which has…
Buffalo
This fine concert hall, home to the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, has wonderful acoustics. The building is a National Historic Landmark and was partly…
West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District
This beloved neighborhood movie theater screens first-run films, plus classics and weekend midnight showings of The Rocky Horror Picture Show. There's…
Philadelphia
This 300-seat comedy club, restaurant and bar is part of a small national chain of similar comedy venues. The lineup includes established acts as well as…
Philadelphia
This handsome, U-shaped stadium, built in 1922, is the venue for the Penn Relay track-and-field events in April, as well as the varsity football and…
Pittsburgh
An umbrella group for all the arts in downtown's Cultural District, from Pittsburgh Opera to global-minded Pittsburgh Dance Council to creative theater…
West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District
A loft-like experimental space in west Chelsea that also produces edgy theater, readings and music performances; Kitchen is where you’ll find new,…
Elinor Bunin Munroe Film Center
Upper West Side & Central Park
A film center for small and experimental films is tucked under a bright-green roof lawn toward the northern edge of the principal Lincoln Center compound.
West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District
Founded by David Mamet and William H Macy in 1985, the Atlantic Theater is a pivotal anchor for the off-Broadway community, hosting many Tony Award and…
Philadelphia
With room for up to 2500 spectators, this is one of Philly's largest live-music venues. Upstairs is the more intimate 450-person Foundry space, which is…
Saratoga Performing Arts Center
The Adirondacks
Events ranging from jazz festivals and dance exhibitions to concerts and performances by world-class comedians are hosted at this theater located in the…
Buffalo
Practically the last of its kind in a fast gentrifying area, this dive bar with live music every night is holding out against the new cocktail bars of…
Philadelphia
One of the hubs of Philly's indie-rock scene, this is a great small venue with a balcony, plus a solid restaurant and bar with equally indie-minded beers.
West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District
This repertory troupe, based in a Chelsea warehouse, showcases the finest contributions to the theater world from the Irish and Irish-American community.
Philadelphia
Opened in 2011, this music hall is one of the best spaces in Philly for bigger-name bands, with eclectic bookings and good bar service.
Pittsburgh
This art-house and repertory cinema in Lawrenceville has theme weeks and gives a discount for wearing a costume.
Finger Lakes
The restored 1894 Smith Opera House is the place to go for theater, concerts and performing arts in the area.
Pittsburgh
Part of a community arts-and-crafts school on the North Side, this 350-seat venue hosts top jazz musicians.
Pittsburgh
A converted movie theater, this South Side favorite hosts touring jazz, rock and indie bands.
Long Island
Alfresco concerts under the stars feature classic rock, country and pop, rain or shine.
Upper West Side & Central Park
Named after an Egyptian obelisk that resides in Central Park, this slightly dated venue has live jazz and blues musicians playing nightly from 7pm or 8pm …
Hudson Valley
A wide range of Broadway musicals are performed by professional actors at this summer-only theater-in-the-round, 14 miles northeast of Hudson. Productions…
Pennsylvania
Here's some trivia: during Penn State football games, this stadium, which can seat over 106,000 spectators, becomes the third largest city in the state…
Venice Island Performing Arts & Recreation Center
Philadelphia
Bridges from Cotton and Lock Sts lead over to the small park on Venice Island where you'll find this 250-seat performing arts and recreation center.
Hudson Valley
Built in 1885, this 843-seat theater is the oldest in Westchester County. The building's beautiful facade is a fine example of Queen Anne decorative…
The Adirondacks
Inside an extraordinary building designed by Wallace Harrison, this performing arts and convention center appears to be a giant concrete bowl on a plinth…
West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District
Founded in 1972, this rep theater offers regular shows throughout the year, including children’s theater and the New Works Reading Series on weekends. The…
Pennsylvania
This friendly little establishment puts on theater shows and runs a series of craft classes. It's a nice source of local information on the Pennsylvania…
Hudson Valley
Enjoy a double bill of first-run movies in the great outdoors in this seasonal drive-in that's been going since 1950. Go on Tuesday evenings for bargain…
New York
First-run movies on two screens under the stars around a mile or so southeast of downtown Alexandria Bay. The A-Bay Cafe onsite offers basic grill fare…
Buffalo
The Buffalo Bisons, the city's minor-league baseball team, is affiliated with the Toronto Blue Jays and play at this 17,000-seat stadium during the season…
Buffalo
The Buffalo Bills NFL team hasn't made the playoffs since 1999, but it has a dedicated fan base. Matches are held in this stadium 12 miles southeast of…
Philadelphia
Performing-arts company Painted Bride recently sold their Old City base in order to secure their future. Check the website for a performance schedule and…
