What They’re Saying: live arts in Brooklyn this week, Aug. 6

August 6, 2024 Evan Rosen

Photo: Etienne Frossard

Movies with a View: But I’m a Cheerleader

Film, Community

Pier 1, Harbor View Lawn at Brooklyn Bridge Park

Thursday, Aug. 8 @ 5 p.m.

Movies with a View, presented by Pluto TV, is back for its 24th season and will run on Thursdays until Aug. 28. This week showcases “But I’m a Cheerleader” (1999), an R-rated teen rom-com starring Natasha Lyonne as a naive teenager who gets sent to conversion therapy camp to “cure” her lesbianism — also starring Michelle Williams, RuPaul and Melanie Lynskey.

The lawn opens at 5 p.m. on a first-come, first-served basis, and the movie begins at sunset. All movies are free to attend, and guests are encouraged to bring their own picnic blankets or purchase one on-site.

“‘As one of our most popular programs, Movies WIth A View has become an iconic and beloved summer to-do,’ shared Nancy Webster, executive director of Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy. ‘There’s nothing else quite like it, and it’s such a special experience for all to enjoy a gorgeous summer sunset and free outdoor film on the waterfront.’” — ILoveNY

“Brooklyn Bridge Park has one of the best views in the entire city — making it the perfect place for some outdoor movie nights! Enjoy a glittering view of Manhattan and a weekly movie every Thursday night during July and August. The park will offer family-friendly movies on five nights starting on July 18 with “Past Lives.” The summer’s lineup also includes “Pulp Fiction,” “Mean Girls” and Bram Stoker’s “Dracula.’” — Kirstyn Brendlen, Brooklyn Paper

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Bargemusic Eclectic Series: Schumann, Brahms and more

Music, Concerts

Fulton Ferry Landing, Brooklyn Bridge Park

Friday, Aug. 9 @ 6 p.m., additional shows at other times

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Bargemusic offers concerts year round in a renovated coffee barge with an intimate wood-paneled room that offers great acoustics and thrilling views of lower Manhattan.

The program, with tickets for $35, features the classical music of Schumann, Bansal, Brian Ferneyhough, Lei Liang, Stephen Andrew Taylor and Brahms — played by pianist Daniel Schlosberg.

“Last night, I attended Bargemusic, a recital of chamber music on a barge. Manhattan was the backdrop. As Bach, Mozart and Brahms played, the barge rose and fell on the breathing river. It was magic.” — Playwright John Patrick Shanley

“Spend an evening aboard New York City’s floating concert hall at Bargemusic. Open all year round, Bargmusic is moored right under the iconic Brooklyn Bridge and puts on week after week of fantastic gigs.” — VacationIdea.com

Baby Wants Candy Improv @ BCC

Comedy, Improv

Brooklyn Comedy Collective, Eris Mainstage, 167 Graham Ave, Williamsburg

Saturday, Aug. 10 @ 7 p.m. (every Saturday)

“Baby Wants Candy” is one of the longest-running and most renowned improv shows in the world. The production is entirely improvised: every song, character,and line of dialogue is created on the spot, inspired by audience suggestions.

With performances in New York City, Chicago, Los Angeles and an international touring company, “Baby Wants Candy” has cultivated a dedicated worldwide fanbase and has delivered over 3,500 fully improvised musicals. If the show is sold out online, there will be limited tickets available at the door.

“Featuring a talent-rich cast with experience in comedy and musical theater, “Candy” improvises a new musical from scratch with each performance… performed all over the world, from Edinburgh to Singapore. Not only do the six performers develop consistent story lines and a sprawling cast of characters, but also rhyming lyrics and some crude, synchronized choreography.” — Jason Zinoman, The New York Times

“[Philip] Markle is the owner and artistic director at the four-year-old comedy theater in East Williamsburg. According to Markle, BCC splits proceeds from ticket sales with performers, which he calls a rare chance for amateur and emerging performers to actually make money from their comedy.” — Will McDonald, Bushwick Daily

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Fuzed Afro Caribbean Festival @ Industry City

Music, Food, Culture, Community

220 36th St., Industry City, Sunset Park

Sunday, Aug. 11 @ 4–11:30 p.m.

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Immerse yourself in the Afro-Caribbean spirit in the heart of Brooklyn, with a festival that offers a vibrant mix of flavors, rhythms and fashion. This event brings together some of the hottest DJs and MCs from around the globe.

Come honor the richness of African and Caribbean culture by savoring some jerk chicken and jollof rice while sipping on Don Julio and dancing the night away. It’s an opportunity to represent your heritage and dive into the culture. Food vendors will be on-site, and drinks will be available for purchase.

“Industry City is Brooklyn’s arts and entertainment destination located on the waterfront in Sunset Park. Developed from 16 historic manufacturing buildings, it is a walkable campus that hosts over 30 food vendors, including a Japanese food hall and market.” — TripAdvisor

Friday Night Fireworks at Luna Park in Coney Island

Fireworks, Community

1000 Surf Avenue, Luna Park in Coney Island

Fridays @ 9:30 p.m., until Aug. 25

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Take a leisurely stroll down the boardwalk with your loved ones, experience the thrill of the rides, and have a delicious dinner by the waters before watching the spectacular Friday Night Fireworks.

For those looking for the best seat in the house, you can enjoy the event from inside the main area of Luna Park and also take advantage of the variety of rides and goods the park has to offer. From the Coney Island Cyclone roller coaster to the Astro Tower, there’s no shortage of thrills and views.

“There are many reasons to visit Coney Island year-round. It has an iconic boardwalk where you can get the famous Nathan’s Hot Dogs. There is the amusement park with some of the most thrilling rides on the East Coast. And don’t forget about the Atlantic Ocean with its breezes. But one of the best reasons to visit Coney Island during the summer is its fireworks. The neighborhood hosts spectacular displays all summer long.” — Ellen Freudenheim, TripSavvy

“Friday Night Fireworks run through Labor Day. Fireworks begin at approximately 9:45 p.m. and launch from the beach at West 12th Street, providing a breathtaking backdrop to the iconic boardwalk and amusement parks.” — Time Out

Hands-On Collections & more @ Brooklyn Children’s Museum

Kids, Interactive

Brooklyn Children’s Museum, Crown Heights

Wednesday, Aug. 7 @ 2:30 p.m.

The Brooklyn Children’s Museum believes that “every object tells a story.” That’s why they’re offering kids the opportunity to touch and become acquainted with cultural artifacts and objects of natural science that directly connect to their culture.

It is a drop-in program that is led by BCM educators, and there are numerous other events at the museum all week. Check their full calendar for more.

“As the world’s first children’s museum, the Brooklyn Children’s Museum has been a beloved NYC destination since 1899. This Crown Heights institution offers three floors of rotating and permanent interactive exhibits plus hands-on cultural and science programs for little ones, aged 6 months to 10 years. The Brooklyn Children’s Museum aims to inspire children to ask questions and discover answers through exploration and play.” — Rosalind Muggeridge, Mommy Poppins

“Inspired by the energy and diversity of our borough, Brooklyn Children’s Museum creates experiences that ignite curiosity, celebrate identity and cultivate joyful learning.” — Jeff Simmons, Patch.com