Robert F. Smith

Carnegie Hall Unveils New Annual Indian Music Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2026

Carnegie Hall has announced the creation of a landmark annual Indian Music Festival set to debut in May 2027 as part of the Hall's 2026-2027 season.

HARLEM HAFLA Returns for 8th Year Celebrating Bellydance and Dancers of Color
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2025

Harlem Hafla, the beloved bellydance festival that centers and celebrates dancers of Color, will return for its 8th edition on Saturday, June 28, with a full day of workshops and an evening performance at the Robert F. Smith Center for the Performing Arts at Riverbank State Park.

Carnegie Hall Will Host Third Annual POWER NETWORK
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2025

Carnegie Hall will host the third annual Power Network, a groundbreaking Black History Month conversation, celebration, and concert in February. Learn more here!

A NIGHT OF INSPIRATION Returns To Carnegie Hall In December
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 31, 2024

On Saturday, December 14 at 8:00 p.m., Carnegie Hall will present A Night of Inspiration, a celebratory evening of music and dance from diverse traditions in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage.

Carnegie Hall to Present THE STAGE OF LEGENDS Gala Evening
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 1, 2024

Carnegie Hall will present The Stage of Legends: A Gala Evening at Carnegie Hall. Learn more about the event and see how to purchase tickets.

Carnegie Hall Citywide Reveals 24�"25 Season Featuring Free Performances in NYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2024

Carnegie Hall has revealed the summer concert schedule for Carnegie Hall Citywide, the Hall’s free concert series that brings a diverse lineup of live performances to neighborhoods throughout New York City. See the performers!

Yannick Nézet-Séguin to Lead NYO-USA All-Stars with Daniil Trifonov
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 29, 2023

On Thursday, March 14 at 8:00 p.m., conductor Yannick Nézet-Séguin will lead  NYO-USA All-Stars, an all-star ensemble made up of alums from Carnegie Hall’s acclaimed National Youth Orchestra of the United States of America (NYO-USA) in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage.

Photos: Patricia Clarkson, Ronan Farrow, Zac Posen And More Turn Out To Celebrate the Carnegie Hall 2023-24 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 13, 2023

Patricia Clarkson, Ronan Farrow, Zac Posen, Liev Schreiber, and Elizabeth Segerstrom joined Carnegie Hall to celebrate the 2023–2024 season. See photos from the evening. 

Fourteen New Musicians From Across The Globe Join Ensemble Connect
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 28, 2023

Learn about the 14 talented musicians joining Ensemble Connect's prestigious fellowship program for its 17th season. Discover the global diversity and artistry they bring to this renowned musical ensemble.

Riccardo Muti and Chicago Symphony Orchestra Open Carnegie Hall's 2023�"2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Sep 7, 2023

Carnegie Hall celebrates the start of its 2023–2024 season with an Opening Night Gala concert on Wednesday, October 4 at 7:00 p.m. featuring the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Learn more about the upcoming concert here!

Carnegie Hall to Present Medal of Excellence to Douglas L. Peterson
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2023

Douglas L. Peterson, President and CEO of S&P Global, will receive the Carnegie Hall Medal of Excellence at a gala benefit on Tuesday, April 18 at 6:30 p.m. at The Plaza in New York City

Carnegie Hall Presents A Night Of Inspiration With Ray And Vivian Chew, December 10
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 27, 2022

On Saturday, December 10 at 8:00 p.m. Carnegie Hall presents the highly anticipated return of A Night of Inspiration, an uplifting evening of music, dance, and spoken word from diverse traditions in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage.

The Philadelphia Orchestra Opens Carnegie Hall's 2022�"2023 Season On September 29
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 30, 2022

Carnegie Hall celebrates the start of its 2022–2023 season with an Opening Night Gala concert on Thursday, September 29 at 7:00 p.m. featuring The Philadelphia Orchestra conducted by Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin. Acclaimed pianist Daniil Trifonov is the soloist for this special evening, performing Liszt's Piano Concerto No. 1. Also on the program is Ravel's La valse, Gabriela Lena Frank's “Chasqui” from Leyendas: An Andean Walkabout, and Dvořák's Symphony No. 8 rounding out the festive evening.

Sphinx Virtuosi To Perform Works By Black And Latinx Artists At Carnegie Hall On October 13
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 24, 2022

The Sphinx Virtuosi — the self-conducted chamber orchestra composed of eighteen Black and Latinx classical soloists that serves as the flagship performing entity of the Sphinx Organization — will make its annual appearance at Carnegie Hall.

Carnegie Hall to Present ACROSS THE STARS: THE MUSIC OF JOHN WILLIAMS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2022

Carnegie Hall will present renowned conductor-composer John Williams, celebrated violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter, and the legendary Philadelphia Orchestra in Across The Stars: The Music of John Williams, a one-night-only gala performance on Thursday, April 21 at 7:00 p.m. 

Sphinx Virtuosi To Perform TRACING VISIONS Program In Seven Cities, March 19 �" April 10
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2022

The Sphinx Virtuosi—a professional chamber orchestra comprising 18 of the nation's top Black and Latinx classical musicians who are primarily alumni of the internationally renowned Sphinx Competition—takes its “Tracing Visions” program back on tour this spring with performances in seven cities along the East Coast and in the Midwest.

Anne M. Finucane to Receive Carnegie Hall Medal of Excellence
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 2, 2021

Carnegie Hall has announced that Anne M. Finucane, Vice Chairman of Bank of America, will receive the Carnegie Hall Medal of Excellence at a gala benefit on Wednesday, November 10 at 6:30 p.m. at The Plaza.

Musicians Of Ensemble Connect Embark On Second Year Of Prestigious Fellowship Program
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2021

In its 15th season, Ensemble Connect continues its fellowship program with concerts at Carnegie Hall and The Juilliard School, as well as residencies and performances at The Pocantico Center of the Rockefeller Brothers Fund, Skidmore College, and in schools and community venues throughout New York City.

Carnegie Hall Renews Its Partnership with Breguet
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2021

Carnegie Hall is celebrating its tenth season with the luxury timepiece brand Breguet as the Hall’s Exclusive Timepiece. This partnership, which reflects Breguet’s long-standing global commitment to the preservation of arts and culture around the world, has provided more than $3.5 million in valued support to Carnegie Hall.

Carnegie Hall's Opening Night Gala Concert to be Webcast Live
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 5, 2021

Carnegie Hall today announced that its Opening Night Gala concert on Wednesday, October 6 at 7:00 p.m. EST, will be webcast free of charge to a worldwide audience on carnegiehall.org, the Hall’s social media channels, and on partner sites.