Beacon Theatre is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in the Upper West Side, New York.

1. Beacon Theatre

9.2
2124 Broadway (at W 74th St), New York, NY
Concert Hall · Upper West Side · 172 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: One of the best places in the city to catch a live performance. Fantastic old-time, authentic New York venue to see a band, with what feels like the original, upholstered seating.

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: A historic theatre perfect for everything from a comedy show to musical acts. It's small and broken up into 3 levels so there's not really a bad seat in the house. Seeing a concert here is a must!

Brett W.Brett Wells: A beautifully restored 1920's movie house. Plenty of great places to eat/drink in the area for before/after the concert.

David Geffen Hall is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in the Upper West Side, New York.

2. David Geffen Hall

9.1
10 Lincoln Center Plz (at W 65th St), New York, NY
Concert Hall · Lincoln Square · 68 tips and reviews

amNewYorkamNewYork: SUMMER 2012: The Kravis Prize Concert: Yo-Yo Ma Plays Dutilleux (JUNE 26) -- The inaugural honoree of the Marie-Josée Kravis Prize for New Music is French composer Henri Dutilleux.

Concert Ticket AgencyConcert Ticket Agency: Avery Fisher Hall is located at the northern end of the Lincoln Center Plaza. Amazing acoustics. Catch the NY Philharmonic or another live performance w/killer acoustics.

HISTORYHISTORY: Designed by Max Abramovitz, the hall opened in 1962 as Philharmonic Hall, as the new home concert venue of the New York Philharmonic, after the orchestra moved from Carnegie Hall.

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in the Upper West Side, New York.

3. Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts

9.5
70 Lincoln Center Plz (btwn Columbus & 10th Ave), New York, NY
Performing Arts Venue · 215 tips and reviews

New York Public LibraryNew York Public Library: Love the arts? Explore one of the world’s most extensive collections of historic recordings, videotapes, sheet music, stage designs, posters, and photographs at the Library for the Performing Arts. Read more.

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: Dress to impress here and get a glimpse of some of the best performances in the world. There is so much diversity you can't go wrong with any show but we love the Met Opera in the wintertime.

BuzzFeedBuzzFeed: Whether it’s fashion week, a performance by the Metropolitan Opera, or the NYC Ballet, Lincoln Center is always bustling with excitement. Zoom pass the breathtaking fountain and enjoy crisp, cool air. Read more.

Metropolitan Opera is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in the Upper West Side, New York.

4. Metropolitan Opera

9.3
70 Lincoln Center Plz (at Columbus Ave), New York, NY
Opera House · 219 tips and reviews

Carlin W.Carlin Wragg: World-class performances aside, the Met boasts NYC's must stunning chandeliers. The 2009 restoration of the lobby's starbursts was underwritten by Swarovski -- so you know they're gonna sparkle. Read more.

Emily Punkimeowmeow d.Emily Punkimeowmeow del Castillo: I enjoyed seeing "The Magic Flute." Excellent performance!

Sadik A.Sadik Aydin Photography: I loved The Merry Widow! Great performance!

Prohibition is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in the Upper West Side, New York.

5. Prohibition

7.9
503 Columbus Ave (btwn 84th & 85th St.), New York, NY
Bar · Upper West Side · 81 tips and reviews

Mike P.Mike P.: Prohibition is a great bar/restaurant and live music venue. Solid lineup of cover bands including @TheGilfords (www.facebook.com/thegilfords) who cover 80s rock and pop tunes

Lou G.Lou Guevara: great bar in the upper west... always a solid live music line up.

Sean M.Sean Murph: Has great live music every night

Smoke Jazz & Supper Club is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in the Upper West Side, New York.

6. Smoke Jazz & Supper Club

8.6
2751 Broadway (btwn W 105th & W 106th St), New York, NY
Music Venue · Upper West Side · 76 tips and reviews

Max L.Max Long: Get the lamb sliders- they are delicious- the ambiance is perfect and free live music in an intimate setting cannot be topped

Tomasz W.Tomasz Wagner: On the weekend come for the brunch and stay for the live Jazz

Roger S.Roger Schonfeld: We've enjoyed the jazz brunch. Nice food and the performer is great.

Alice Tully Hall is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in the Upper West Side, New York.

7. Alice Tully Hall

9.2
1941 Broadway (at W 65th St), New York, NY
Concert Hall · Lincoln Square · 44 tips and reviews

The Nouveau Classical ProjectThe Nouveau Classical Project: This is a fantastic place not just for concerts, but to have a bite while you work! Free wifi and fabulous ambience

Sarah C.Sarah Colvin: If you have the bread, do it! An incredible concert venue in NYC!

Wilson Z.Wilson Zhou: Home of chamber music society and lots of Juilliard performance. The acoustic is unbeatable and is among most comfortable seating among all the concert venue I have been to.

Damrosch Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in the Upper West Side, New York.

8. Damrosch Park

8.0
Amsterdam Ave (at W 62nd St), New York, NY
Park · Lincoln Square · 24 tips and reviews

Liz D.Liz Dell: Free live music! And swing dancing!

IWalked Audio ToursIWalked Audio Tours: Site of free summer concerts within the Guggenheim Bandshell. Named for Leopold Damrosch who founded the New York Symphony Orchestra which rivaled the Philharmonic before merging with it in 1928.

Untapped CitiesUntapped Cities: One of the many great venues for free outdoor concerts in the summer, including Valerie Simpson and Friends. Read more.

David H. Koch Theater is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in the Upper West Side, New York.

9. David H. Koch Theater

9.4
Lincoln Center Plaza (at W 63rd St & Columbus Ave), New York, NY
Theater · Lincoln Square · 65 tips and reviews

MetroFocusMetroFocus: After nearly 60 yrs of performances, the Paul Taylor Dance Company made its Lincoln Center debut. Catch a performance before April 1st to see Taylor’s groundbreaking “Aureole” in action. Read more.

James L.James Locarro: Another great performance of the nutcracker by the New York City ballet

Zengpan F.Zengpan Fan: They have performance from all over the world, and at least you can have a taste without traveling to every country.

New York City Ballet is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in the Upper West Side, New York.

10. New York City Ballet

9.3
20 Lincoln Center Plz (63rd and Columbus), New York, NY
Theater · Lincoln Square · 27 tips and reviews

Barneys New YorkBarneys New York: Enjoy a performance by the New York City ballet company. Divine!

NY WaterwayNY Waterway: Amazing performances! Try the "Create Your Own" package when purchasing tickets.

JulieJulie: Print off intermission menu and order before performance starts... Drinks will be waiting at intermission!

American Ballet Theatre is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in the Upper West Side, New York.

11. American Ballet Theatre

9.1
70 Lincoln Center Plz (at Columbus Ave), New York, NY
Performing Arts Venue · Lincoln Square · 17 tips and reviews

Sarah R.Sarah Robertson: June 4-9: OneginJune 11-13: Mixed RepertoryJune 14-16: Romeo and JulietTickets: Rush Tix $20 weekdays, 2 hrs., before performance.

Luigi A.Luigi Amaya: Great performance of a beautiful ballet!

Nate F.Nate Folkert: don't take pictures of the performances

Symphony Space is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in the Upper West Side, New York.

12. Symphony Space

8.2
2537 Broadway (at 95th St.), New York, NY
Theater · Upper West Side · 23 tips and reviews

Marco L.Marco Lienhard: Come see East winds Ensemble shakuhachi and koto and piano concert June 28 tickets at symphony space.org

Harlem A.Harlem Ambassador: A theater, indie cinema and concert venue make this a destination for uptown's cultured set. There are prime annual performances so having membership is highly suggested, lest your wallet will suffer

CompassCompass: The performing arts space is home to many emerging and innovative artists, and hosts artistic events for reasonable prices.

New York Philharmonic is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in the Upper West Side, New York.

13. New York Philharmonic

9.4
10 Lincoln Center Plz (at W 65th St), New York, NY
Concert Hall · Lincoln Square · 13 tips and reviews

Ethan C.Ethan C: Undoubtedly a world class performance!

Alexander D.Alexander Dubovoy: Amazing venue, often great concerts :)

Saralyn C.Saralyn Cohen: The best symphony orchestra in the US. Stunning performances with a mix of well known classics and new pieces.

Josie Robertson Plaza (Lincoln Center Plaza) is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in the Upper West Side, New York.

14. Josie Robertson Plaza (Lincoln Center Plaza)

8.8
10 Lincoln Center Plz (btwn W 63rd & W 64th St), New York, NY
Plaza · Lincoln Square · 73 tips and reviews

Diego R.Diego Rufo: Lincoln Center is a group of buildings that holds one of the largest complexes for performing arts.The complex is also very worth seeing even if you’re not interested in performing arts. Read more.

The ZOE ReportThe ZOE Report: The hub of NYFW, this historic venue is bustling year round—in addition to Fashion Week, it plays host to the city’s most prestigious performing arts events. Très chic!

✨#IamRomdelacrème✨✨#IamRomdelacrème✨: This is a very historic site hosting some of the best fine art performances in the country.

The Juilliard School is one of The 15 Best Places for Performances in the Upper West Side, New York.

15. The Juilliard School

8.8
60 Lincoln Center Plz (btwn W 65th & W 66th St), New York, NY
College Arts Building · Lincoln Square · 21 tips and reviews

Sammy A.Sammy Alkan: Join the Club (club@juilliard.edu) for a nominal fee and have access to several behind the scenes performances and following cocktail parties with talented students & teachers... Read more.

MetroFocusMetroFocus: Come a bit early to events and check out the water pyrotechnics taking place at the center fountain before performances. Read more on MetroFocus. Read more.

Sara .Sara 🌈⚔🍾: One of the best performing arts schools!