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Symphony Space @symphonyspace.bsky.social · 10h

This past Sunday, Selected Shorts returned to The Stissing Center for Arts and Culture for a delightful afternoon. Many thanks to Santino Fontana, Cindy Cheung, and Jessica Hecht, and everyone who joined us!

Santino Fontana, Cindy Cheung, and Jessica Hecht stand backstage at The Stissing Center, smiling.

Symphony Space @symphonyspace.bsky.social · 15h

Wall to Wall Stevie Wonder is exactly one month away! Symphony Space’s beloved annual marathon returns with a joyful, all-day tribute to the iconic Stevie Wonder. This event is FREE and no tickets are required. Drop in for a bit or stay awhile. We hope to see you there! bit.ly/4nSupik

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Symphony Space @symphonyspace.bsky.social · 18h

Symphony Space fondly remembers Saul Zabar—a longtime supporter and friend. Saul even made an appearance on our stage, much to everyone's delight. We cherish these memories and send our deepest condolences to the Zabar family.

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Symphony Space @symphonyspace.bsky.social · 1d

On this week's Selected Shorts episode, actors Teagle F. Bougere, Becca Blackwell, and Jane Curtin perform stories by Meron Hadero, @mariadahvana.bsky.social, and Anne Tyler. Take a listen wherever you get your podcasts. bit.ly/4mSJgs0
(Photos by Kevin Yatarola)

Teagle F. Bougere stands on the stage in front of a microphone reading a story.

Becca Blackwell stands on the stage in front of a microphone reading a story.

Jane Curtin stands on the stage in front of a microphone reading a story.

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Symphony Space @symphonyspace.bsky.social · 1d

On Oct 28, journalist and filmmaker Cameron Crowe joins us to discuss his new memoir, The Uncool, which reveals his formative years in rock and roll and brings to life stories that shaped a generation. In conversation with @questlove.bsky.social. Get your tickets! bit.ly/4nGguMx

Symphony Space @symphonyspace.bsky.social · 5d

On this week's Selected Shorts episode, Lauren Ambrose performs @kristeniskandrian.bsky.social’s “Quantum Voicemail." Enjoy an excerpt of her reading here, and then listen to the full story wherever you get your podcasts! bit.ly/4mGUqQw

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Symphony Space @symphonyspace.bsky.social · 6d

Shorts is at The Stissing Center for Arts and Culture in Pine Plains, NY this Sunday! Santino Fontana, Cindy Cheung, and Jessica Hecht take the stage for an afternoon of stories that explore what it means to stay grounded, uncover new passions, and find ourselves amid the chaos. bit.ly/4nCdSP6

Symphony Space @symphonyspace.bsky.social · 6d

Michael Lewis and more join us on Oct 16 to celebrate the 15th Anniversary of The Big Short and release of a brand-new audiobook edition narrated by the author. In conversation with @nicollewallace.bsky.social. Get your tickets! bit.ly/4nIqXXu

Symphony Space @symphonyspace.bsky.social · 7d

Last night, Paul Hollywood and Ruth Reichl took the stage to share baking secrets, stories from The Great British Bake Off, and more. Thank you to these two for a delectable evening, and to everyone who joined us!
(Photos by @rebeccajmichelson.bsky.social)

Paul Hollywood and Ruth Reichl stand backstage in front of a pink background, smiling. Hollywood is holding a copy of his book Celebrate.

Paul Hollywood and Ruth Reichl sit on the stage, holding microphones and having a conversation.

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Symphony Space @symphonyspace.bsky.social · 8d

Get ready for an evening of literary mischief & heartfelt hilarity with beloved New Yorker writer and author of The Orchid Thief, @susanorlean.bsky.social! With Fab 5 Freddy, Julianne Moore, Josh Radnor, Jenny Slate, @tmbg.bsky.social, Sophie von Haselberg, & Sloane Crosley. bit.ly/4mGGMg0

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Symphony Space @symphonyspace.bsky.social · 8d

On this week's Selected Shorts episode, Better With You?, actors Julie Benko and Lauren Ambrose perform stories by Kim Fu and @kristeniskandrian.bsky.social. Take a listen wherever you get your podcasts. bit.ly/4mGUqQw

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Symphony Space @symphonyspace.bsky.social · 13d

Join us Oct 5 for a screening of the critically-acclaimed film Hundreds of Beavers! In this wordless, black-and-white slapstick extravaganza, a 19th century applejack salesman is on a mission to defeat hundreds of beavers. Get your tickets! bit.ly/4fCtWgU

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Symphony Space @symphonyspace.bsky.social · 14d

It's a movie marathon this weekend at Symphony Space! See Rosamund Pike, Steve Coogan, and more on the big screen in films from @nationaltheatre.org.uk Live, or deep dive into the artwork of Frida Kahlo and other legendary artists with Great Art On Screen. Join us! bit.ly/4pFZNlD

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Symphony Space @symphonyspace.bsky.social · 14d

Last week, we kicked off a new season of Selected Shorts with an evening of funny and heartfelt stories. Many thanks to host Gary Gulman, actors Claire Danes, Troy Iwata, Kenice Mobley, BD Wong, @bkbookfest.bsky.social, and everyone who joined us! (Photos by @rebeccajmichelson.bsky.social)

Gary Gulman, Claire Danes, Troy Iwata, Kenice Mobley, and BD Wong stand backstage in front of a pink background, smiling.

Gary Gulman stands on the stage in front of a microphone reading a story.

BD Wong stands on the stage in front of a microphone reading a story.

Claire Danes stands on the stage in front of a microphone reading a story.

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Symphony Space @symphonyspace.bsky.social · 15d

On this week's Selected Shorts episode, The Way I See It, actors Amy Ryan, Martin Short, Arnell Powell, and Fred Hechinger perform stories by Ramona Ausubel, Charles Johnson, and @jrobertlennon.com. Take a listen wherever you get your podcasts. bit.ly/3W2kVor

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Symphony Space @symphonyspace.bsky.social · 20d

Selected Shorts returns to The Stissing Center for Arts & Culture in Pine Plains, NY on Oct 5! Santino Fontana, Cindy Cheung, & Jessica Hecht take the stage for an afternoon of stories that explore what it means to stay grounded, uncover new passions, & find ourselves amid the chaos. bit.ly/4nCdSP6

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Symphony Space @symphonyspace.bsky.social · 21d

Earlier this week, musical legends Mark Ronson and @questlove.bsky.social took the stage to discuss Ronson's compelling new memoir, Night People. Thank you to these two for a fascinating conversation, and to everyone who joined us!
(Photos by Ahad Subzwari)

Mark Ronson and Questlove stand backstage in front of a pink background, smiling, holding copies of the book Night People.

Mark Ronson and Questlove sit on the stage, holding microphones and having a conversation.

Mark Ronson reads from his book Night People on the stage.

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Symphony Space @symphonyspace.bsky.social · 21d

We loved this interview in the New York Times with Cameron Crowe! Check it out, and make sure you have your tickets for our event with Crowe on Oct 28 in celebration of his new book, The Uncool. www.nytimes.com/2025/09/13/m...

What Happened to Cameron Crowe? He Has Answers.

www.nytimes.com

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Symphony Space @symphonyspace.bsky.social · 22d

On this week's Selected Shorts episode, Reinventing the Wheel, actors Santino Fontana, Nicole Kang, and Jason Alexander perform stories by Simon Rich, Tania James, and @jesswalter.bsky.social. bit.ly/4pwzC0M

(First photo by Kevin Yatarola, second and third by Kyle Espeleta)

Santino Fontana stands on the stage in front of a microphone reading a story.

Nicole Kang stands on the stage in front of a microphone reading a story.

Jason Alexander stands on the stage in front of a microphone reading a story.

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Symphony Space @symphonyspace.bsky.social · 22d

Congratulations to our friends @boomboomhiller.bsky.social, Stephen Colbert, Cristin Milioti, and @arieldumas.bsky.social on their Emmy wins! And a round of applause for all of our nominated friends. www.hollywoodreporter.com/lists/emmy-w...

Emmy Awards: The Complete Winners List

'The Studio,' 'Adolescence,' 'Hacks,' 'Severance,' 'Last Week Tonight With John Oliver' and 'The Late Show With Stephen Colbert' are among the night's big winners.

www.hollywoodreporter.com

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Symphony Space @symphonyspace.bsky.social · 26d

Join us on Sep 25 for a screening of Great Art on Screen: Frida - Viva La Vida! This cinematic documentary highlights the two sides of Frida Kahlo’s spirit: a revolutionary pioneering artist of contemporary feminism as well as a human being tormented by agony and love. Get your tix! bit.ly/46nfPIo

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Symphony Space @symphonyspace.bsky.social · 28d

Our cast is complete for Shorts: On the Couch! Host Gary Gulman will be joined by Claire Danes, Troy Iwata, Kenice Mobley, & BD Wong for an evening of funny, stirring, & insightful stories about therapy, therapists, & that eternal search for inner peace. bit.ly/3UWUnVe
@bkbookfest.bsky.social #BKBF

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Symphony Space @symphonyspace.bsky.social · 29d

On this week's Selected Shorts episode, Tangled Lives, actors Richard Kind, Karen Pittman, and Julianna Margulies perform stories by Raphael Bob-Waksberg, Danielle Henderson, and Melissa Bank. Take a listen wherever you get your podcasts. bit.ly/47wF3Gr
(Photos by Kevin Yatarola)

Richard Kind stands on the stage in front of a microphone reading a story.

Karen Pittman stands on the stage in front of a microphone reading a story.

Julianna Margulies stands on the stage in front of a microphone reading a story.

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Symphony Space @symphonyspace.bsky.social · 29d

It's your last chance to get tickets for next Monday's event with Mark Ronson and @questlove.bsky.social! Join us for a fascinating discussion about Ronson's new book Night People: a definitive account of ’90s New York and the making of a musical mastermind. bit.ly/4lObNOS

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Symphony Space @symphonyspace.bsky.social · Sep 5

Earlier this week, R. F. Kuang joined us for not one, but two, discussions of her latest novel Katabasis! Thank you to Kuang, moderators Alice Sola Kim and Weike Wang, and actor Colby Minifie. It was so special to welcome so many new audience members to Symphony Space!
(Photos by Ahad Subzwari)

R. F. Kuang and Alice Sola Kim sit on the stage looking out at the audience.

Colby Minifie stands on the stage in front of a music stand and a microphone, reading.

An audience member visits the book sale table.

R. F. Kuang and Alice Sola Kim sit on the stage, holding microphones and having a conversation.

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