The Tempest – Free Shakespeare in Central Park
As the Public Theater’s Public Works program enters its second decade it will relaunch the play that launched the program, William Shakespeare’s THE TEMPEST. With music and lyrics by Benjamin Velez and directed by Obie Award winner and Director of Public Works Laurie Woolery, this ambitious work of participatory theater explores the grief of being cut off from community, the desire for retribution, and the healing power of love.
Central Park Boathouse Cafe Reopens
The Loeb Boathouse Cafe has reopened with an exciting new menu featuring a delicious Lobster Roll as well as several other mouth watering options. Row boat rentals also reopened the weekend of June 17, with the indoor restaurant expected to open in the fall. The cafe...
SummerStage 2023
The City Parks Foundation SummerStage is one of New York’s most beloved, broadly accessible, free outdoor performing arts festivals – here is the Central Park schedule for 2023
You Must Believe in Spring
In anticipation of the triumphant return of spring to Central Park we went on our annual search for early signs of the change of season in Conservatory Garden. Here are a few examples of some early adopters.
Map Demo
Free Shakespeare in the Park 2022
The summer’s second production is Public Works’ acclaimed musical production of AS YOU LIKE IT – bringing together its diverse ensemble of both professional actors and community members from across New York. Adapted by Shaina Taub and Director of Public Works Laurie Woolery.
Three New Bears at Central Park Zoo
Meet the three new Grizzly Bears at the Central Park Zoo: Amber, Luna, and Treena. They just relocated to Central Park from the Bronx, and they are originally from Montana.
New Roller Disco in Wollman Rink
The DiscOasis is a timed-entry immersive theatrical experience that unites art, light, music, dance, live performances, roller skating, good times, and good vibes within the iconic Wollman Rink in Central Park.
Central Park People
Central Park People – A Photo Essay. The diversity of types of people that visit Central Park is as varied as the activities available to them. Explore them all in this book fascinating book of park photos by Harvey Kopel.
Central Park Becomes a Living Climate Laboratory
Central Park will soon boast another function: living laboratory — specifically a research site to study how climate change affects urban parks.