Latest Past Events

Book Presentation: The Singing Turk

NYU Center for the Humanities 16 Cooper Square, First Floor, New York

A discussion about Larry Wolff’s new book, “The Singing Turk,” about 18th century operas and understanding this cultural phenomenon in the context of European-Ottoman relations. With the author, Leslie Pierce, Michael Beckerman, and...live music. This event is free to the public. RSVP at www.nyuhumanities.org

The Exterminating Angel

Remarque Institute 60 Fifth Avenue, 8th Floor, New York

The American premiere of composer Thomas Adès's new opera, The Exterminating Angel, based on Luis Buñuel's surrealist dinner party film of 1962. With Thomas Adès, moderated by Tamsin Shaw and Larry Wolff from NYU's Center for European and Mediterranean Studies.