The Lensic Presents

In a cultural landscape filled with endless pundits and talking heads, Fran Lebowitz stands out as one of our most insightful social commentators.

Joe Illick’s superlative New Year’s Eve concerts have become a holiday tradition. Ring in 2025 with an unforgettable night of classical music featuring Beethoven’s 9th Symphony.

The American Spiritual Ensemble is composed of some of the finest singers in the classical music, performing dynamic renditions of classic spirituals and Broadway numbers.

Globally renowned guitarist Miloš plays selections from his debut Sony Classical release Baroque. 

Jazz at Lincoln Center celebrates the Crescent City with songs that evoke the soul of New Orleans, from Jelly Roll Morton and Louis Armstrong to Ellis Marsalis and James Black.

For over 70 years, Ballet Folklórico de México has captivated audiences with the beauty of Mexican dance, presenting original choreography and elaborate costumes.

Exploring the limitless possibilities of the traditional Japanese drum, the taiko, Kodo is forging new directions for a vibrant living art form.

Twyla Tharp's 60th anniversary tour features “Diabelli Variations,” set to Beethoven’s masterpiece, and a new reimagining of Philip Glass’ “Aguas da Amazonia.”

Four renowned guitarists from across the world come to the Lensic for the 25th International Guitar Night tour: Lulo Reinhardt, Sönke Meinen, Niwel Tsumbu, and Alexandra Whittingham.

Música, a bilingual show for families and kids, will have you dancing in and out of your seats during a joyful journey of Latin American rhythms.

Jazz luminary Branford Marsalis returns to the Lensic for an unforgettable evening of music.

The tradition continues! Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Santa Fe favorite and the world’s best acoustic Celtic Band.

Husband and wife duo Joshua Bell and Larisa Martínez explore repertoire from classical art song and opera to musical theatre and selections by Puerto Rican and Spanish composers.

Nothing says science like KABOOM! Doktor Kaboom travels the world, thrilling adults and children alike with some exciting scientific experiments, unscripted fun, and an explosive comedic style. The Scientific Method never looked so good.

Yo-Yo Ma shares some of the music that has helped him understand life and reflects on how it has shaped his thinking about human nature, art, and our search for meaning. This special evening of music and words asks us to consider what music is for, and how it can guide us on a path towards hope. 

Straight from Havana, Grammy-nominated Orquesta Akokán channels the fiery Cuban mambo revolution of the 1940s and 50s while pushing the grooves to new heights. Bursting with an innate sense of soul and songcraft and featuring “some of the island’s greatest instrumentalists” (The New York Times).

One of the most iconic and dynamic modern dance ensembles of our time, the Paul Taylor Dance Company has been innovating and transforming the art form of modern dance since 1954.

Celebrating over five decades of musical excellence, Tower of Power comes to the Lensic this December for the Holidays and Hits Tour!

Graham Nash will be joined on stage by Todd Caldwell, Adam Minkoff, and Zach Djanikian, performing favorites from across his sixty-year career.

Modern soul legend Lee Fields and rising group Monophonics come to the Lensic for an unforgettable evening of funk, soul, and R&B.

Rickie Lee Jones is an American musician, storyteller, and two-time Grammy winner who has been inspiring pop culture for decades.

Since forming in New York City in 1995, Solas have been a galvanizing element in the Irish music scene and setting new standards for musicianship, repertoire, and intensity.

Blues icon. Soul man. Rock and roller. Robert Cray is all these things–and more.

Ladysmith Black Mambazo warms the hearts of audiences worldwide with uplifting vocal harmonies, signature dance moves, and charming onstage banter.

Ryan Adams is a seven-time Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter praised as “one of rock’s most talented songwriters ."

Gillian Welch’s rich and remarkable career spans over twenty-five years, and she and her musical partner David Rawlings are a pillar of the modern acoustic music world. They have been hailed by Pitchfork as “modern masters of American folk” and “protectors of the American folk song” by Rolling Stone.

With over 20 years in comedy, Tom Papa is a celebrated comedian, actor, author, and host.