A unique floating park appeared in New York: what entertainment does it offer

New York's first $ 260 million floating park, donated to the city by billionaire Barry Diller, finally opened on May 21. After five years of construction on the Hudson River and many problems, the result is a real work of art. This magical island park for New Yorkers will appeal to everyone, without exception. The edition told in more detail Secret nyc.

"Little Island" is described as "a new public park designed for New Yorkers of all ages to enjoy nature, an innovative green space with open lawns and gentle paths, seating and performance areas." Now you can see it all in person.

The free public park is located on 13th Street in the four-mile Hudson River Park and is one of the first to open in the city since the COVID-19 pandemic.

The park is full of green spaces, beautifully landscaped gardens with over 350 species of flowers, trees and shrubs, and fantastic views of the New York City skyline and the Hudson River. There will also be public spaces and performance areas offering educational programs and cultural events.

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The 687-seat amphitheater (The Amph) will host free performances starting in June, plus a cozier lawn stage called The Glade. There will also be a central plaza with seating, snacks and drinks called The Play Ground.

The park was designed by Thomas Heatherwick of Heatherwick Studio, who also designed the Vessel glass labyrinth. The shape of the island itself was actually inspired by a "leaf floating on water". The structure was made of 280 concrete piles, on top of which are 132 concrete "tulips", each of which can support a different weight.

The landscaping was developed by Signe Nielsen, who planted over 66 flower bulbs and 000 trees, some of which will grow up to 114 feet (60 m) in height.

“I hope Little Island is a good place for everyone who visits it, a place to take a walk and be pleasantly surprised at every step, relax and admire the scenery, as well as have fun, get an education and help the public,” said Barry Dealer.

Little Island also featured Artists in Residence, who “will perform and direct work, oversee events and festivals, and interact with partners.” They are tap dancer and choreographer Ayodel Kasel, playwright and director Tina Landau, actor, singer and music director Michael McElroy, and the PigPen Theater Co. They will start performing in June.

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Most of the activities will be free, and any ticket-based activities will be inexpensive. Performances and educational programs about music, dance, circus, speaking and more will take place six days a week.

Here are some of the highlights of the upcoming season:

• Concert with award-winning Broadway voices
• Weekend pride parade with Tina Landau and her many Broadway friends
• Return of American Ballet Theater to New York
• The revival of the fan-favorite Small Orchestra program Things That Go Bang!
• A musical weekend curated by the World Music Institute.

Educational programs include: creative workshops for all ages led by Little Island artists, the Children's Museum of Art and New Victory Education weekly programs, and many more.

The park will be open daily from 6:00 AM to 1:00 AM, although you will need advance booking to enter between 12:00 PM and 20:00 PM. The entrance is free.

You can make a reservation and learn about the park - by link.