Ideas for in-between shows?
Ideas for in-between shows?
#1Ideas for in-between shows?
Posted: 2/18/20 at 3:13pm
What are some of your favorite inexpensive/free things to do in or near the theater district? Seeing two shows tomorrow and, aside from dinner, I'm always at a loss for what to do in that 3-4 hour window between the matinee and evening. Figured I would open it to suggestions!
#2Ideas for in-between shows?
Posted: 2/18/20 at 3:17pm
1. Bring a book and read at the Citizen M hotel
2. Shop at Delphinium Home
3. Go home (not an option for all)
4. Walk on/around the High Line, depending on weather
5. Eat somewhere further away, like DeKalb Market Hall in Brooklyn
"This thread reads like a series of White House memos." — Mister Matt
#3Ideas for in-between shows?
Posted: 2/18/20 at 3:18pm
Grindr?
"You can't overrate Bernadette Peters. She is such a genius. There's a moment in "Too Many Mornings" and Bernadette doing 'I wore green the last time' - It's a voice that is just already given up - it is so sorrowful. Tragic. You can see from that moment the show is going to be headed into such dark territory and it hinges on this tiny throwaway moment of the voice." - Ben Brantley (2022)
"Bernadette's whole, stunning performance [as Rose in Gypsy] galvanized the actors capable of letting loose with her. Bernadette's Rose did take its rightful place, but too late, and unseen by too many who should have seen it" Arthur Laurents (2009)
"Sondheim's own favorite star performances? [Bernadette] Peters in ''Sunday in the Park,'' Lansbury in ''Sweeney Todd'' and ''obviously, Ethel was thrilling in 'Gypsy.'' Nytimes, 2000
Kitsune
Broadway Star Joined: 12/29/06
#4Ideas for in-between shows?
Posted: 2/18/20 at 3:28pm
broadway86 said: "What are some of your favorite inexpensive/free things to do in or near the theater district? Seeing two shows tomorrowand, aside from dinner, I'm always at a loss for what to do in that 3-4 hour window between the matinee and evening. Figured I would open it to suggestions!"
This is probably specific to sewists and crafters, but I love poking around the Garment District. The wool section of Mood Fabrics is so much more quiet than the hustle and bustle of Times Square.
(Yes, this is bad for my wallet, but so is drinking overpriced cocktails).
RWPrincess
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/7/18
#5Ideas for in-between shows?
Posted: 2/18/20 at 3:36pm
Inexpensive is subjective but here are a few suggestions
--Movie theaters on 42nd St
--Shopping
--Check out Hudson Yards (depending on weather)
--Gulliver's Gate
--Madame Tussaud's
--Grab a nice leisurely dinner
theater245
Chorus Member Joined: 2/15/16
#6Ideas for in-between shows?
Posted: 2/18/20 at 4:41pm
It is tough to squeeze in something to do plus eat between 5pm and 8pm on a Saturday. I usually just go to a nice restaurant to eat dinner.
Assuming you eat quick, here are some ideas:
Museums - Go up to the Guggenheim. This museum closes at 8pm on Saturdays. 5pm-8pm is pay what you wish but you can skip this long line of people waiting for "free" tickets if you are willing to pay regular admission.
Rockefeller Center - Go ice skating, eat at the shops, or go up to the top of the rock. Empire State Building is a similar option.
Grand Central Station - Take a tour of the train station and eat in an area away from the crowds (not times square)
Parks - Central Park and High Line
Shopping - I like to check NYC sample sales for the unique day I am in NYC. I went to an Escada sale last winter and bought stuff at 90% off before hurrying to see my evening show.
Other activities - escape room NYC, virtual reality game, get a massage, go to the public library
Edit: Oh on a Wednesday, definitely try to schedule a free tour of United Nations or a free tour of the Federal Reserve (if you are off from work anyway).
BrodyFosse123
Broadway Legend Joined: 2/27/06
#7Ideas for in-between shows?
Posted: 2/18/20 at 5:09pmThough I now live in NYC, I used to spends weekends in NYC and I used to do the 2 shows in a day bit every visit. I fully recommend going back to the hotel and relax your brain or take a nap. Whenever I did things after the matinee, my brain toggled both shows and I didn’t remember either one days later. Exhaustion was catching up with me midway Act 2 at the night performance. Letting my head rest AND taking a nap refreshed me so the evening show was a joy.
#8Ideas for in-between shows?
Posted: 2/18/20 at 5:12pm
I was under the assumption this was a day trip sans hotel, but YES if you are staying, go take a nap in the hotel! The second act of your second show will thank you.
"This thread reads like a series of White House memos." — Mister Matt
Broadway Buddy
Stand-by Joined: 5/9/19
#9Ideas for in-between shows?
Posted: 2/18/20 at 5:59pmWalking the high line is great. I would recommend it weather dependent. Although then again it’s cold here in the NY area in the Winter.
jbird5
Broadway Star Joined: 12/20/15
#10Ideas for in-between shows?
Posted: 2/18/20 at 6:21pmBirdland has a 5:30 show most days. You can occasionally find them on Goldstar. They have $10 minimum, but if you’re going to eat anyway...
Dollypop
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/15/03
#11Ideas for in-between shows?
Posted: 2/18/20 at 6:41pm
Stop into St Patrick's Cathedral to admire the architecture and beautiful stained glass windows.
Thete are other beautiful churches in the area.
"Long live God!" (GODSPELL)
hicaesar
Understudy Joined: 4/9/09
#12Ideas for in-between shows?
Posted: 2/18/20 at 10:11pm
New York Public Library is free. You can just wander and enjoy the rooms, architecture and exhibits but you can also do some research in whatever subject you are interested in. On my last trip I spent a few hours looking at vintage travel advertisements in one of the research rooms. Of course if the weather is nice, I love relaxing in Bryant Park as well.
