Forsythe, Flex, Azealia Banks: You're Going to Want to Grab a Ticket to This Free Event

The Shed might not open its doors for another year, but this month Manhattan’s new multidisciplinary arts center is showcasing the type of programming it hopes to offer. A Prelude to The Shed takes over an empty lot near the High Line for two weeks of ever-shifting programming. It will include dance battles featuring Reggie “Regg Roc” Gray’s D.R.E.A.M. Ring and FlexNYC program; This variation, an immersive dance/sound experience by Tino Sehgal; and a new work commissioned from William Forsythe reimagining the pas de deux from his iconic In the middle, somewhat elevated. And those are just the dance offerings. May 1–13. Once the Prelude ends, we’re particularly looking forward to a new production with music by Sia and choreography by Akram Khan set to premiere as part of The Shed’s inaugural season next spring.

Tickets for A Prelude to The Shed are free and can be reserved beginning Thursday, April 5 at 12:00 pm EST at theshed.org.