With the many entertainment choices New York City has to offer, it can be difficult to make a choice. Look no further. "On Stage" host Frank DiLella has curated a list of “must-see” shows this week, directing you to the best of Broadway, Off-Broadway and beyond.
“Buena Vista Social Club” / Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre
The hit Off-Broadway musical “Buena Vista Social Club” is now heating up The Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre on 45th Street. Inspired by the Grammy Award-winning album of the same name, “Buena Vista Social Club” centers around a group of musicians from Havana who rocked the world of Cuban music.
Opening night is set for March 19.
Off-Broadway Week / Various Theaters
On the Off-Broadway front, enjoy discounted tickets to some of the hottest shows playing beyond the Main Stem now through March 9, courtesy of Off-Broadway Week. Participating shows include “Titanique,” “Drag: The Musical” and “Conversations with Mother.”
For discount ticket codes, head to nyctourism.com/off-broadway-week.
Dorian Harewood / 54 Below
On the cabaret front, fresh off his Tony-nominated performance in “The Notebook,” Dorian Harewood makes his 54 Below debut on February 25 with his new act titled, “Dorian Harewood: Songs from the Brill Building.” Harewood will be performing popular tunes from the 1960s that were written in the iconic New York City building.
For reservations, go to 54Below.org.
Anthony Nunziata / Café Carlyle
Also on the cabaret front, over at Café Carlyle, singer Anthony Nunziata is set to return to the famed room this weekend, performing Italian arias and classic pop standards.
For information, go to anthonynunziata.com.
Aneesa Folds: “Why Am I Here?” / Asylum NYC
And looking ahead, check out Freestyle Love Supreme’s Aneesa Folds in her one-woman show, “Why Am I Here?” Join Aneesa for a psychedelic hip-hop trip of sorts as she explores themes of purpose and passion.
For tickets, head to asylumnyc.com.