Theater For The New CityAn “aerial circus,” poetry, burlesque, plenty of theater and even talk show legend Joe Franklin are part of this weekend’s Lower East Side Festival of the Arts.
The free festival, celebrating its 17th year at the Theater For The New City, starts on Friday and will feature outdoor performances on East 10th Street near First Avenue.
Other highlights include excerpts from productions by local institutions La Mama ETC and Horse Trade Theater Company, a film festival dedicated to the neighborhood, and a performance by the experimental dance group from the Children’s Workshop School. The theme for the over 100 participating arts organizations is “Legalize Freedom: Art as Activism.”
Theater For The New CityThe shows kick off on Friday at 6 p.m. with theater, music, dance, comedy and performance art.
On Saturday the day-long block party begins at noon. Sunday will feature a poetry jam.
For the full lineup, check out Theater For The New City’s website.
