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New York Post
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
A song and a dance: Keep the kids happy at age-appropriate concerts
With my thigh stretched at an ungodly angle in physical therapy the other week, my trainer told me about her quest to grab tickets for her daughter and herself to attend a 'baby rave' in NYC to the mellifluous tunes of EDM. 'That's a thing?' I thought. Five weeks into motherhood and I have learned that not only are kiddie concerts, in fact, a thing, but this blessed city and its environs have musical entertainment of all stripes in spades this summer. Here, a snapshot of just some of the best in the tristate. Mozart for munchkins 6 Enjoy free jazz and classical for kids at Hudson Yards Public Square and Gardens this summer. Courtesy of Hudson Yards Take kiddos of all ages to Hudson Yards Public Square and Gardens for classical and jazz jams: Classic(al) Cartoons! (June 21), Sounds of Summer (July 19), Cool Jazz (Aug. 16), Groove & Move (Sept. 20). This comes courtesy of Hudson Yards' season of free outdoor programming at Backyard at Hudson Yards, presented by Wells Fargo. The interactive performances showcase everything from jazzy scatting to animated characters as musical melodies, often played by talent from esteemed orchestras and Broadway shows. 11th Avenue between 30th and 32nd streets. RSVP at Hudson Yards New York Peace out About 2½ hours from Manhattan, you'll find the idyllic Catskill town of Bethel, home of Bethel Woods Center for the Arts (200 Hurd Road), also notable as the home of the iconic 1969 Woodstock music festival. This summer, families can soak up the sounds of the Rock and Roll Playhouse (June 21, July 19 and Aug. 9), geared toward kids ages 10 and under and performing the hits of The Beatles, David Bowie and other musical giants. 6 Kids could teach all of us about having a summer of love at Bethel's Rock and Roll Playhouse. Part of a nationwide tour, the shows are part of Bethel's Family Concert Series, with ticket prices on a 'pay what you can' model, starting at $5. Or, on July 6, check out popular children's music brand Kidz Bop's live show. Lawn and pavilion seats start at $42, or you can try to snag a '$30 Ticket to Summer' lawn seat, part of a Live Nation promotion. All in the family On July 12, swing by Lower Manhattan's Perelman Performing Arts Center (251 Fulton St.) for the first annual Family Day. Running from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the indoor and outdoor bonanza will delight and distract kids with music, workshops, dance battles, 'creation stations' and more. FYI: Head to PAC NYC through June 28 for its Free Music programming, which has a diverse roster of artists on the lobby stage. Yellow brick road You may already have heard of BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!, established in 1979 and billing itself as the longest-running free outdoor performing arts festival in the city. But now you know you'll need to round up the crew come July 26 for an outdoor screening of 'The Wiz,' in honor of the late Quincy Jones. Taking place at the Lena Horne Bandshell (141 Prospect Park West, near 10th Street) at 7 p.m., make sure everyone dons their finest 'Wizard of Oz'-inspired frocks as you and your loved ones savor the beloved film soundtrack. 6 Children attending a kiddie concert at Hudson Yards. Courtesy of Hudson Yards Jammin' Nutmeg State folks, take note. Starting on June 18, the Sherman Green Gazebo (451 Post Road, Fairfield, Conn.) will host free family-friendly Peanut Butter Jam concerts from 10:15 to 11 a.m. on Wednesdays. Kids can dance, sing, smile (and hopefully not hissy fit) to their hearts' content accompanied by live music. The shows run through July 30 and include Steve Elci and Friends, Benny Mikula aka the Lone Gnome and other Raffi-channeling minstrels. Sweet deal Sugar, Sugar! Festival in Domino Park in Williamsburg (12 South Third St.) is a novel performing arts series that kicked off on June 4. Events run through the month until Saturday and are totally free to attend. While the lineup extends beyond music (theater, dance, comedy and puppetry will all be in the rotation), many are kid-friendly and incorporate musical elements. Casino royale 6 Swap chips for chops (the guitar type) at Mohegan Sun this summer. Courtesy of Mohegan Sun Are Mom and Dad in need of a little getaway? Always. Hop in a car (or an Amtrak) and head 130 miles northeast to Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Conn., this summer (1 Mohegan Sun Blvd.). Sun Patio outdoor concerts are slated for select Saturdays through Sept. 6. While the acts aren't explicitly for young ones, you can bop around with your older kids to former '90s dreamboats Hanson and fan favorite the Roots. Tickets start at $15, and you can make your offspring feel extra special and mature with VIP upgrades like firepit seating and mocktails. Field of dreams 6 Westchester is home to all things pleasant come mid-July. Courtesy of Pleasantville Music Festival 6 Take kiddos of all ages to Hudson Yards Public Square and Gardens for classical and jazz jams: Classic(al) Cartoons! (June 21), Sounds of Summer (July 19), Cool Jazz (Aug. 16), Groove & Move (Sept. 20). Courtesy of Hudson Yards Head to Westchester on July 12 for the Pleasantville Music Festival, a fun-filled, daylong bash at Parkway Field. Now in its 19th year, 2025's fête is provided by Northwell Health and headlined by Dawes. Along with other must-see acts, like Robert Randolph & Friends and the Grateful Dead all-female tribute band Brown Eyed Women, the Chill Tent Stage will host musicians from the Rock and Roll Playhouse performing the works of Taylor Swift and other contemporary artists. Dubbed New York's Backyard Jam, the event also has food trucks, a beer and wine garden, activities for kids and much more. 48 Marble Ave., Pleasantville, NY. $75 for adults, $55 for seniors and students ages 10 to 21. Free for kids under 10
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Beach Boys 'heartbroken' by Brian Wilson's death
The Beach Boys have been left "heartbroken" by Brian Wilson's death. The Good Vibrations group's co-founder and singer passed away on Wednesday (11.06.25) at the age of 82, and the current members of the band - Mike Love, Al Jardine, and Bruce Johnston - have paid tribute to the "genius" and the huge impact his work had on the music world. A post on the Brach Boys' Instagram account, which featured an archive picture of Brian, read: "The world mourns a genius today, and we grieve for the loss of our cousin, our friend, and our partner in a great musical adventure. "Brian Wilson wasn't just the heart of The Beach Boys—he was the soul of our sound. "The melodies he dreamed up and the emotions he poured into every note changed the course of music forever. His unparalleled talent and unique spirit created the soundtrack of so many lives around the globe, including our own. "Together, we gave the world the American dream of optimism, joy, and a sense of freedom—music that made people feel good, made them believe in summer and endless possibilities. "We are heartbroken by his passing. We will continue to cherish the timeless music we made together and the joy he brought to millions over the decades. "And while we will miss him deeply, his legacy will live on through his songs and in our memories. Our hearts go out to Brian's family and his loved ones during this difficult time." Rhythm guitarist Al also paid a separate tribute to his old school friend and admited he took comfort in knowing Brian had been "reunited" with his late brothers and bandmates Carl and Dennis Wilson. He wrote alongside a picture of them together: "Brian Wilson, my friend, my classmate, my football teammate, my Beach Boy bandmate and my brother in spirit, I will always feel blessed that you were in our lives for as long as you were. "I think the most comforting thought right now is that you are reunited with Carl and Dennis, singing those beautiful harmonies again. "You were a humble giant who always made me laugh and we will celebrate your music forever. Brian, I'll really miss you…still I have the warmth of the sun." Meanwhile, John Stamos, who has often toured with The Beach Boys and has been performing with them on their 2025 Sounds of Summer tour also hailed Brian a "genius" and was thrilled to call him a friend. He wrote on Instagram: "Brian Wilson didn't just soundtrack my life…he filled it with color, with wonder, with some of the most unforgettable, emotional, joyful moments I've ever known. "It's hard to put into words what it meant to stand beside him, laugh with him, play his music with him. Brian wasn't just a musical genius, he was a gentle, soulful, funny, complex, beautiful man. He heard things no one else could hear. He felt things deeper than most of us ever will. And somehow, he turned all of that into music that wrapped itself around the world and made us all feel less alone. "I grew up worshipping the Beach Boys, never imagining one day I'd get to play with them, let alone call Brian a friend. "Brian gave the world Pet Sounds, God Only Knows, and Wouldn't It Be Nice. Songs that didn't just play in the background of our lives, they shaped who we were. They shaped who I became. His music made me feel things I didn't know how to say. It made me want to make people feel the way his music made me feel. So much of my life and career, so much of me, exists because of what Brian created." The 'Full House' star went on to pay tribute to Brian's family, including ex-wife Marilyn Wilson-Rutherford and their children Carnie, 57, and Wendy, 55, as well as his cousin and bandmate Mike. He concluded: "To Carnie, Wendy, the lovely Marilyn, to everyone who loved him, and especially to Mike. My heart is with you. Brian once said, 'Music is God's voice.' I believe he was right, and now that voice, his voice, is part of the divine chorus. The music didn't end. "Rest easy, Brian. Thank you for the music. Thank you for the moments. I'll carry them with me -forever. Love, Stamos."
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Beach Boys, with one founding member, set to perform at Alaska State Fair
Jun. 5—The Beach Boys will perform at the 2025 Alaska State Fair, officials announced Thursday. The band, led by founding member Mike Love, is scheduled to perform at 7 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 25. Tickets will go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday. The Beach Boys formed in California in 1961 with a lineup that included Brian, Dennis and Carl Wilson, Love — their cousin — and Al Jardine. The current lineup includes lead singer Love and 1965 addition Bruce Johnson. Known for their California surf rock sound and glossy vocal harmonies, the band has sold more than 100 million records worldwide. The group was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1988 and received a lifetime achievement Grammy Award in 2001. The band is performing around the country on its "Sounds of Summer" tour. The Beach Boys join already announced acts Dwight Yoakam (Aug. 31), Wiz Khalifa (Aug. 24), Medium Build (Aug. 15), Rainbow Kitten Surprise (Aug. 16), "Weird Al" Yankovic (Aug. 17), Chris Tomlin (Aug. 18), Billy Currington (Aug. 23) and Foreigner (Aug. 30) on the 2025 fair lineup.
Yahoo
14-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Beach Boys are coming to Syracuse
This video is from an earlier appearance of the Beach Boys in Syracuse SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Wouldn't it be nice if The Beach Boys were to perform in Syracuse? Well, you won't have to wait so long, because the group will be back this summer. The legendary rock band will return to Central New York to play at the Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview on Sunday, June 29 at 3:00 p.m. It's part of the group's 2025 'Sounds of Summer' tour. Special guest and American country music duo LOCASH will also be joining The Beach Boys. The Beach Boys are known for their hit songs, 'Good Vibrations,' 'California Girls,' and 'Kokomo.' Tickets go on sale starting Friday, April 18 at 10:00 a.m. You can visit this link for more information. Other 2025 Amphitheater concerts: ARTIST: DATE: Dave Matthews Band May 27 Avril Lavigne May 28 Coheed and Cambria May 30 Luke Bryan June 5 The Beach Boys with Locash June 29 Creed July 11 Styx with Kevin Cronin July 14 The Offspring July 22 Little Big Town Aug. 1 Outlaw Music Festival Aug. 10 Cody Jinks Aug. 17 Thomas Rhett Aug. 21 Tedeschi Trucks Band Aug. 28 Hardy Sept. 4 Papa Roach Sept. 11 Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
