Stravinsky’s Soldier’s Tale — BridgeMusik Production
Saturday, August 1, 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, August 2, 3 p.m., Nyack Center, 58 Depew Ave, Nyack
A soldier. A violin. A deal with the Devil.
BridgeMusik opens its 2026 Summer Festival, We the Music – Celebrating 250 Years of American Voices, with a bold, fully staged production of Stravinsky’s The Soldier’s Tale, paired with a world premiere by Thomas Cabaniss.
This special theatrical program brings together music, theater, and dance in a visually compelling interpretation of Stravinsky’s iconic work.
Telling the story of a soldier who trades his violin to the Devil in exchange for wealth, The Soldier’s Tale explores timeless themes of temptation, fate, and the true cost of ambition.
The program also includes the world premiere of Dedication to Faust by Thomas Cabaniss, written especially for the festival as a contemporary companion to Stravinsky’s theatrical masterpiece.
Directed by Malena Dayen and conducted by David Rosenmeyer, the performance features the BridgeMusik Festival Ensemble in a dynamic collaboration of music and storytelling.
Featuring an outstanding cast of New York theater and dance artists:
Danny Bryck — The Soldier
Alok Tewari — The Devil
Mary Neufeld — Narrator
JoVonna Parks — The Princess / Dancer
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Behind the Iron Curtain: America’s Jazz Ambassadors
Saturday, August 1, 2-3 p.m., Nyack Library, 59 S Broadway
Cellist Alex Prizgintas leads an historical overview and noted selections from many of America’s great Jazz artists, such as Dave Brubeck, Dizzy Gillespie, Miles Davis, Benny Goodman, and Duke Ellington. The term “Jazz Ambassadors” refers to the state-funded 1950s program where American musicians were sent on tours behind the iron curtain.
Music on the Hudson Presents: Dead Meat
Tuesday, August 4, 7-9 p.m., Memorial Park, 51 Piermont Ave, Nyack
Dead Meat, an electrifying tribute to The Grateful Dead, is known for moving harmonies and high-energy blocks of music. They routinely push the limits of the Dead’s vast catalog with unique renditions of timeless classics, making them a must-see, whether you’re a lifelong Deadhead or a casual listener.
Free.
Old World, New World — American Echoes: A part of the BridgeMusik Summer Festival 2026: We the Music collection
Wednesday, August 5, 3-4 p.m., Nyack Library, 59 S Broadway, Nyack
A free Chamber Hour string quartet concert celebrating the immigrant voices and musical traditions that helped shape America.
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Jazz in the Garden Summer Concert Series: Bobby Sanabria & Sexteto Ibiano
Thursday, August 6, 7-9 p.m., Edward Hopper House Museum and Study Center, 82 N Broadway, Nyack
Bobby Sanabria is an eight time Grammy-nominee as a leader. Known as a drummer, percussionist, composer, arranger, conductor, documentary film producer, educator, activist, and bandleader, his versatility as both a drummer and percussionist, from small group to big band, has become legendary. A native son of the South Bronx born to Puerto Rican parents, he has performed and recorded with every major figure in the world of Latin jazz and salsa from Mario Bauzá, Tito Puente, Mongo Santamaría, Dizzy Gillespie, Chico O’Farrill, Ray Barretto, Cándido, to Larry Harlow, Ruben Blades, Celia Cruz, and jazz luminaries as diverse as Henry Threadgill, Charles McPherson, Randy Brecker, Joe Chambers, Jean Lucien,
Thursdays through August 27 enjoy the Edward Hopper House Museum and Study Center’s ever-popular summer music program.
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Christmas in July Sale at Homebody Books
Homebody Books at 6 Park St. in Nyack continues to hold the Christmas in July sale through 7/31 — 20 to 50% off select toys and craft kits.
Soup Angels Closed for Renovations
Soup Angels will be renovating their kitchen between August 1 and August
30. Their dining room will be closed for the duration of the renovation.
Mon Aug 3 The Angel Nyack Take-away
Wed Aug 5 The Angel Nyack Take-away
Mon Aug 10 Pilgrim Baptist Church Sit-down dining
Wed Aug 12 The Angel Nyack Take-away
Mon Aug 17 Pilgrim Baptist Church Sit-down dining
Wed Aug 19 Pilgrim Baptist Church Sit-down dining
Mon Aug 24 Pilgrim Baptist Church Sit-down dining
Wed Aug 26 The Angel Nyack Take-away
Meals will be served from 5 to 6:30 p.m.
The Angel Nyack is located at 10 S Broadway, Nyack
Pilgrim Baptist Church is located at 80 N Franklin St, Nyack