Earlier this week, an all-star group of artists took the stage for our one-night-only reading of Moss Hart's Light Up the Sky! It was an unforgettable evening with lots of laughs. Thank you to the performers and everyone who joined us! (Photos by Sean Sime)

Join us in the new year for the world premiere of Sunny Jain's Love Force! You don't want to miss his bold, new, multimedia work and musical memoir. Presented in partnership with Under The Radar Festival. bit.ly/3XKaxmo

You've heard of Spotify Wrapped; now it's time for Symphony Space Wrapped! Take a listen to our soundtrack to 2025, featuring the songs our staff loved listening to this past year. bit.ly/3MJ5Gj2

Last Thursday night, we celebrated the 100th anniversary of Malcolm X's birth and a new edition of The Autobiography of Malcolm X. Thank you to host Jelani Cobb, Nikole Hannah-Jones, James Ijames, Dr. Ilyasah Shabazz, Hampton Fluker, Dion Graham, and Joe Morton. (Photos by Ahad Subzwari)

Looking for new additions to your TBR? Here are some of the books our staff read and loved in 2025. What books did you love this year? Let us know in the comments!

On this week's Selected Shorts episode, The Quiet Part Out Loud, actors Michael Imperioli and Dylan Baker perform stories about the idea of communing with something “other" by Etgar Keret and Elizabeth Stix. bit.ly/495d4gh (First photo by Sean Sime, second photo by Kevin Yatarola)

Last Thursday, Isle of Klezbos made their Symphony Space debut with a delightful evening of music! Thank you to everyone who joined us - it was a great night. (Photos by Ahad Subzwari)

In 2025, our staff listened to a wide range of podcasts that educated us, inspired us, and made us laugh. What podcasts did you listen to this past year?

Just announced! Selected Shorts returns with six incredible shows! We look forward to welcoming you for another exciting lineup of unforgettable stories and mesmerizing performances with hosts @boomboomhiller.bsky.social, Edward P. Jones, Brian Lehrer, Colum McCann, and Meg Wolitzer! bit.ly/4iZ8l4f

New date announced! Revelry with Jerron Paxton and Dennis Lichtman has been rescheduled to Jan 30. Join us for a foot-stomping, feel-good evening with two masters of early American music. bit.ly/4oQAN9A

On this week's Selected Shorts episode, Intervention, @ophirae.bsky.social, Pauletta Washington, and Parker Posey perform stories by Simon Rich, Langston Hughes, and Miranda July. Take a listen wherever you get your podcasts. bit.ly/4pyPe3x

Join us Dec 16 for a screening of Great Art on Screen: Painting the Soul of the 20th Century: Pellizza da Volpedo! Exploring the places he lived in as well as his artistic sensitivity, the film reveals Giuseppe Pellizza's emotions and his vision of reality. bit.ly/4oTx23j

Congratulations to our friends Cynthia Erivo, Ethan Hawke, Steve Martin, Martin Short, Paul Giamatti, Carrie Coon, Catherine O'Hara, Parker Posey, and Claire Danes on their Golden Globe nominations! www.nytimes.com/2025/12/08/m...

Last Thursday, Krista Tippett and poets Joy Harjo and Tracy K. Smith sat down for a wonderful conversation that was recorded for Krista's podcast, @onbeing.bsky.social. Thank you to everyone who joined us for this inspiring evening! (Photos by Sean Sime)

Our celebration of The Autobiography of Malcolm X is next Thursday! @jelaniya.bsky.social leads this powerful evening. Luminaries Nikole Hannah-Jones, James Ijames, and Dr. Ilyasah Shabazz discuss the book and its mighty legacy, with readings by actors Joe Morton and Hampton Fluker. bit.ly/4nQ7pje

Last chance to get tickets for next week's Selected Shorts with Anna Sale! We're joining forces with Slate’s hit podcast Death, Sex & Money for an evening of powerful storytelling. With readings by Peter Francis James, Richard Kind, Phoebe Robinson, Amy Ryan, and Michael Stuhlbarg. bit.ly/4oPNEdb

On this week's Selected Shorts episode, Now You See Him, Now You Don’t, actors Jill Eikenberry, Michael Tucker, and Emily Skeggs perform stories about fictional disappearing acts by Ben Kronengold and Rebecca Shaw, Claire Fridkin, and Anita Felicelli. bit.ly/48PohSY

Isle of Klezbos takes the Revelry stage next Thursday! This powerhouse all-women klezmer sextet celebrates Yiddish musical traditions with equal parts chutzpah and heart. Make sure you have your tickets! bit.ly/3Y2EqhL

On this week's Selected Shorts episode, Just the Thing, actors Thom Sesma, Marian Seldes, and Mike Doyle perform stories by Shinichi Hoshi, Allan Gurganus, and Ray Bradbury. Take a listen wherever you get your podcasts. bit.ly/48yKuVk

Last Thursday night, YahZarah made a brilliant return to the Symphony Space stage for a captivating tribute to Roberta Flack. Thank you to YahZarah for a deeply moving and powerful night of music, and to everyone who joined us! (Photos by Ester Segretto)

It was a delightful evening of friendship and fun celebrating Nate Berkus' new book, Foundations! Thank you to Nate, Jeremiah Brent, Tyler Cameron, Jessi Klein, Emma Choi, and everyone who joined us. (Photos by Ahad Subzwari)

Our Thalia Book Club with Allegra Goodman is only a couple weeks away! Join us Dec 3 to take a deep dive into her national bestseller Isola as we celebrate its paperback launch. In conversation with @annnapolitano.bsky.social & with a reading from the novel performed by Jodi Balfour. bit.ly/3K8Jz4s

Audience favorites Jerron Paxton and Dennis Lichtman return to Symphony Space Dec 4 for a foot-stomping, feel-good evening of music! This dynamic duo channels the spirit of another era while bringing their own joyful energy and storytelling flair to the stage. Get your tickets! bit.ly/48o7BBT

On Dec 10, Selected Shorts joins forces with Slate’s hit podcast Death, Sex & Money for an evening of powerful storytelling about “the things we think about a lot and need to talk about more.” Hosted by Anna Sale, with readings by Richard Kind and more! bit.ly/4oPNEdb

On this week's Selected Shorts episode, Classics with a Twist, Sara Bareilles, Mike Doyle, and Jim Parsons perform imaginative and funny reworkings of classic stories by authors @ginnyhogan.bsky.social, Anthony Marra, and Michael Cunningham. bit.ly/4pf07Xp (Photos by Sean Sime)

Last week, we celebrated 250 Years of Jane Austen with a special evening of Selected Shorts! Thank you to host Hugh Dancy, @adellewaldman.bsky.social, Sophie Carmen-Jones, Wyatt Cenac, and Ann Harada, and to everyone who joined us in the theater and over the livestream! (Photos by Ahad Subzwari)

It's your last chance to get tickets for our event with Nate Berkus! The celebrated interior designer takes the stage next Tuesday with a stellar lineup of special guests in honor of his new book, Foundations. Featuring Jeremiah Brent, Tyler Cameron, Jessi Klein, and Emma Choi! bit.ly/4hAaVwV

Dec 11, @jelaniya.bsky.social leads a powerful evening marking the 100th anniversary of Malcolm X's birth and a new edition of The Autobiography of Malcolm X. Nikole Hannah-Jones and Ilyasah Shabazz discuss the book and its mighty legacy, with readings by actors including Joe Morton. bit.ly/4nQ7pje

YahZarah returns to Symphony Space Nov 20 for a voice-and-piano tribute to the legacy of the legendary Roberta Flack! Join us for an incredible evening with reflections on love, Black womanhood, and the enduring power of Flack's music. bit.ly/4oTxC21

On this week's Selected Shorts episode, It’s About Time, actors Stockard Channing and @vangsness.bsky.social perform stories by Helen Phillips and @anitafelicelli.bsky.social about how time controls our past, present, and future. Take a listen wherever you get your podcasts. bit.ly/4hUNIpi

Wall to Wall Stevie Wonder is TOMORROW! This joyful, all-day tribute to the iconic Stevie Wonder is 2-10pm and completely FREE. Drop in for a bit or stay awhile, no tickets needed! Available in our theater and over livestream. bit.ly/4nSupik

There's still time to get your tickets for our event with Fareed Zakaria and @ezraklein.bsky.social! These two sit down for a fascinating discussion on Zakaria’s bestseller, Age of Revolutions, on Nov 17. Join us! bit.ly/45xKiUQ

Selling fast! Don't wait to grab your tickets for an hour of conversation that is sure to defy gravity with Cynthia Erivo! The globally renowned performer and Wicked superstar joins us Nov 19 to launch her latest book, Simply More. bit.ly/480zQ9x

Our cast for Selected Shorts: 250 Years of Jane Austen is complete! This evening of fiction & letters inspired by or written by Austen will be hosted by Hugh Dancy, with commentary from @adellewaldman.bsky.social and readings by Sophie Carmen-Jones, Wyatt Cenac, and Ann Harada. bit.ly/4oU2QFG

On this week's Selected Shorts episode, Accidental Revelations, actors Geoffrey Arend and @michaelurie.bsky.social perform stories by Kevin Brockmeier and Nick White. Take a listen wherever you get your podcasts. bit.ly/3JvxciO (Photos by Kyle Espeleta)

It's Election Day! Your voice matters. Make sure to get out and vote today if you haven't already participated in early voting. Visit vote.nyc for more information.

Check out this feature on our Wall to Wall celebration of Stevie Wonder in Time Out! We hope you'll join us on Nov 8 - it's FREE! Drop in for a bit or stay awhile. www.timeout.com/newyork/news...

Earlier this week, Cameron Crowe and @questlove.bsky.social joined us to celebrate the launch of Cameron's new memoir, The Uncool! Thank you to these two for a terrific conversation, and to everyone who joined us. (Photos by Ahad Subzwari)

It's your last chance to get tix for Padma Lakshmi's book launch! Padma will be joined on Nov 3 by some of her funniest friends for a night of conversation & comedy. With Michelle Buteau, Marie Faustin, Ilana Glazer, @youngmimayer.bsky.social, Jaboukie Young-White, & Kerry Diamond. bit.ly/45Fn3Iw

Combo Daguerre takes the Revelry stage on Nov 13! French chanson tradition meets Latin rhythms and psychedelic flair, all wrapped up with vintage charm. Get your tickets for this bold, theatrical, and unforgettable night of gorgeous music! bit.ly/47qGnu9

We celebrated The Best American Short Stories with captivating readings of a few of the stories from this year's anthology! Thanks to @cynthianixon.bsky.social, Ivan Hernandez, & Richard Masur, & to everyone who joined us in the theater & over livestream. (Photos by @rebeccajmichelson.bsky.social)

Wall to Wall Stevie Wonder is next Saturday! So many talented artists will take the Symphony Space stage for a joyful, all-day tribute to the iconic Stevie Wonder. And it's FREE! Join us in the theater or over the livestream. If you'd like to receive an email reminder: bit.ly/4nSupik

This past weekend, The Del McCoury Band took the stage for a wonderful evening of foot-stomping music. Thank you to Del and everyone who joined us for this sold out show! (Photos by @qbertplaya.bsky.social)

On this week's Selected Shorts episode, Fooling Yourself, actors @captdope.bsky.social, Suzy Nakamura, and @vangsness.bsky.social perform stories by Simon Rich, Betsuyaku Minoru, and Lauren Pruneski. Take a listen wherever you get your podcasts. bit.ly/48N8VyZ (Photos by Kyle Espeleta)

@anagasteyer.bsky.social reads Emma Brewer’s “Think You Deserve Companionship? Apply to Adopt a Dog Today” on the Selected Shorts episode, Off the Leash. Enjoy an excerpt of her performance here, and then listen to the full story wherever you get your podcasts. bit.ly/49066uj

Last week, Symbio made their Revelry debut with an incredible night of live music! Thank you to Symbio for a fantastic start to our music season, and to everyone who joined us. (Photos by Kayleen Bertrand)

Last week, Michael Lewis, @nicollewallace.bsky.social, and Zach Grenier took the stage to celebrate the 15th Anniversary of The Big Short and the release of a brand-new audiobook version! Thank you to everyone who joined us for this wonderful evening. (Photos by Ester Segretto)

Last night was an epic Uptown Showdown comedy debate of brains vs. instincts. Both teams made a compelling case for their brand of knowledge, but ultimately Team Book Smart prevailed, in all their nerdy glory. Thank you to the comedians, and everyone who joined us!

Padma Lakshmi will be joined by some of her funniest friends for her Nov 3 event! Celebrate the launch of Padma’s bold new cookbook with Michelle Buteau, Marie Faustin, Ilana Glazer, @youngmimayer.bsky.social, and Jaboukie Young-White, with special guest Kerry Diamond. bit.ly/45Fn3Iw

Last Wednesday was a joyous celebration of @susanorlean.bsky.social's Joyride! Thank you to Orlean, Sloane Crosley, Fab 5 Freddy, Julianne Moore, Josh Radnor, Jenny Slate, @tmbg.bsky.social, and Sophie von Haselberg for an unforgettable evening, and to everyone who joined us. (Photos by Nile Scott)