Little Island in NYC to Launch Innovative Summer Arts Program

The newly constructed 700-seat amphitheater will debut with Twyla Tharp's premiere, showcasing a summer filled with exclusive performances and cultural events.

• Twyla Tharp's 'How Long Blues' marks the choreographer's first full-length work in a decade, premiering June 6 at Little Island.
• Anthony Roth Costanzo to star in a unique rendition of Mozart’s 'The Marriage of Figaro' during a three-week run starting August 30.
• The season features nine world premieres, including opera, dance, and theatrical performances.
• Affordable ticketing with a cap of $25 for amphitheater shows; free events to be held at the 200-seat venue, The Glade.
• Artistic director Zack Winokur emphasizes the venue's commitment to original and diverse programming, diverging from traditional performance spaces.

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