The Shed

We went to see Luna Luna. The show was amazing and the story behind it was fascinating. The shed space is massive. It wasn't too busy so it was easy to wander and see the exhibit except for a little bottleneck where you can see a well explained timeline of the producers and artists and historic references that underpin the development of the original Luna Luna in Hamburg. Unfortunately, the Butterfly Lounge was unremarkable except for the bird's eye view of the exhibition.

The latest show, LunaLuna, is really impressive. The exhibition runs until March and is open in the evenings until 8 PM, with the last entry at 7 PM. You can visit after work on weekdays without any lines. Every Wednesday, the exhibition features live band performances, making it well worth a visit. Buying tickets online is a great option, as there are plenty of time slots to choose from.

Fun place! It's bigger inside than it looks from the outside. They have several lounge areas to just chill and have a snack or a beer. It's just that everything in the whole place is super overpriced, so beware.

Saw the newly opened Luna Luna: Forgotten Fantasy exhibition at the shed. Nothing short of magical. Truly does justice to the exhibition with huge hosting space for exhibitions and great sound and light effects systems, as well as a bar in the lobby. Great alternative to normal art venues, 100% recommended to everyone (this review was written by my 11yo son and I endorse it).

The LUNA LUNA exhibition is an interactive carnival featuring rides and exhibits created over 40 years ago by some of the most famous artists of the time. I really enjoyed seeing Keith Haring’s merry-go-round and Basquiat’s Ferris wheel. Not everything from the original carnival is on display, and you can’t interact with everything the way the artists intended, but they do try to make up for that in other ways. The timeline was especially informative."

Saw LUNA LUNA at the shed. Their space is perfect for this type exhibition. There is plenty od space to walk around & see everything. The Shed is a wonderful venue & gets very exciting programs. LUNA LUNA is fantastic. Can't believe it was forgotten after closing in Germany in 1987.

Saw the Luna Luna art show at The Shed in Dec 2024 - a very spacious & appropriate venue to experience large scale art amusement park installations.

This is a gorgeous, innovative space, perfect for art/theatre. Lines move quickly, the staff are friendly and helpful, and it’s easy to get to by subway or ride share. The theatre is an open space with seating in a semi-circle around the stage, lending itself to an intimate experience. I highly recommend it.

What an amazing space! Was lucky enough to see Luna Luna here and it was just wonderful. The layout and curation was so beautiful. Will definitely be back again. Customer service was wonderful too. I have a corporate discount and they were very helpful when I made an error in my purchase.

This review is strictly for Luna Luna. What a beautiful, one of a kind, and quirky art show. Luna Luna is the world's first art amusement park with attractions, rides, and games. It includes the artwork of Salvador Dali, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Keith Haring, and many more. The art exhibit is trippy and lively. 5 stars - for Luna Luna

The Shed is a cool building that has some pretty cool exhibits. The one that is there now is Luna Luna. The space is spacious and has a few floors to it. There are escalators and there probably is an elevator but I am not sure. In the main entrance way there is a big sitting area with a nice bar that I believe serves bar snacks along with drinks obviously. The chairs and couches in this area are comfortable. Tickets for exhibits here are on the higher side and there are no discounts for NYC residents. Some museums do this. I also found out yesterday that there is a 15.00 fee to change tickets. I got a ticket for the luna luna exhibit on Thursday but thought it was for yesterday (Friday) and so I asked to change and there was the fee. And then also I had to pay more since here Friday is considered weekend ticket prices not weekday. So this part and the change fee kinda put a damper on my visit .

Great space. Helpful and friendly staff. Went to Luna Luna at The Shed. First time there and really enjoyed my.time there. The Shed is located at Hudson Yards and holds art exhibits / art installations, current one being Luna Luna.

We went to The Shed to see Sir Kenneth Branagh's King Lear. From what I understand, The Shed is a mixed-use space for art installations, showcasing new media and artists, and more. Finding where to go for the play was a bit confusing. We were just told to go "downstairs." After that, I went to the box office, showed my tickets, and explained that we'd been directed "downstairs." The person at the desk confirmed our tickets were valid and directed us to a line for the sixth floor, but she seemed to assume we already knew the layout. As a first-time visitor from out of town, I didn't. If you arrive early or want to stay after your show, there's a bar in the lobby--a nice touch for a pre-show or post-show cocktail. The venue itself is large, with elevators and escalators. We used the escalator to reach the sixth floor for the play, where there are also restrooms--convenient! Seating is pretty good no matter where you are, but bring a light jacket or pashmina, as it gets chilly inside. The play was outstanding, and it's a great venue. I became a member to get first dibs on good seats for King Lear. If I lived closer, I'd definitely take more advantage of the membership, as there are a lot of cool things happening here. Plus, the surrounding Hudson Yards area is impressive, with The Vessel right outside.

Great venue! Close to Hudson Yards, parking is hard for my NJ family. Recommend to take ferry, bus or subway to get there. There is a lounge area by entrance with bar/couches/light bites. Currently the venue is hosting the Luna Luna exhibit. Great venue, organized and clean. They sell a membership that did not convince me, but worth checking out if you go often.

The Shed is such an incredible venue you interesting exhibits that change frequently, ensuring a fun and unique experience every time. The venue itself is modern and artistic with a bar inside too!

The Shed is an art / cultural institution in Manhattan that showcases art exhibits, concerts, plays, musical theater productions, etc. I have been to The Shed on numerous occasions over the years to attend multiple events. The Shed is accessible via 7 public transportation that includes the 7 train to the 34 Street Hudson Yards station. The Shed is within walking distance from the Vessel, Dining / Rooftop Restaurant Electiric Lemon athe Equinox and from the Shops & Restaurants @ Hudson Yards. The Shed has a couple of floors along w/ a giftshop, elevator accessibility, clean bathrooms, and a casual / trendy dining establishment named Cedric's on the lower level. Highlights at The Shed have included the following: 1. Tony Cokes / Oscar Murillo Collision Coalition Exhibit. 2. Open Call 2022 & Open Call 2023 Group Art Exhibitions - had new works of art created by emerging NYC artists. 3. Activist/Artist/Professor Howardena Pindell's "Rope/Fire/Water" Exhibit (video works presentation). 4. Workshop w/ Artist Ladisasha Jones. 5. Tionna Nekkia McClodden's "The Trace of An Implied Presence" - video/art/live dance & performance presentation. 6. My favorite thus far has been the "Dragon Spring Phoenix Rise," which was a martial arts musical. Absolutely Fantastic! I look forward to returning to attend other wonderful exhibits/ events. The Shed's Upcoming Exhibits / Performaning Arts Events include: 1. Frieze NY 2024 - Contemporary Art Fair - 5/1/24 - 5/5/24. 2. Summer 2024 Open Call Exhibition - will display art from 8 new emerging artists. 3. Play - Shakespeare's King Lear - 10/26/24 - 12/15/24 Website - theshed.org Instagram - @theshedny

I had the pleasure of visiting the Luna Luna: Forgotten Fantasy exhibit at The Shed, and what an unforgettable experience it was! This was my first time at The Shed, and it was the perfect venue for such an immersive and whimsical showcase. From the friendly staff to the seamless setup, every detail enhanced the magic of the exhibit. The highlight for me was diving into the history behind Luna Luna while exploring the breathtaking installations. Seeing works from some of my favorite artists--Keith Haring and Jean-Michel Basquiat--alongside the genius of Salvador Dalí, Roy Lichtenstein, and so many others was nothing short of surreal. The exhibit felt like stepping into a time capsule, bringing the essence of each artist to life while inviting us to channel our inner child. Actors, music, and interactive elements transported us into the Luna Luna world, making it a delightful fusion of an art exhibit and an adult amusement park. Bravo to The Shed for curating such a unique and joyful experience. I can't recommend this exhibit enough!

The Shed always kills it with their event set ups! I really enjoy every event I'm invited to. I got to experience DRIFT & Luna Luna - A Forgotten Fantasy and both times I really enjoyed myself!

Came to The Shed with friends to check out Sonic Sphere given all the hype on how cool this was going to be. Paid $60/pp for The XX which of course was the hottest ticket as it was constantly sold out but we were able to get a slot when new dates opened up. Overall, the experience was just ok. Yes it was cool to it sit above ground in a sphere to listen to music and watch the lights change in sync. But 40 minutes of just listening to the original album was a disappointment. Had expected more out of the experience overall. We were able to sit in the middle of the center net (hoping not to fall through the entire time) vs sitting in the seats. Seating is first come first serve. Please note that there are flashing lights so so may not be suitable with anyone who suffers from epilepsy or bad migraines... Use the restrooms before you enter the sphere as no exit until the end of the event. Also, keep small items in a bag as they may fall through the sphere and onto the ground below. Definitely can say that I checked it out...

The Shed at Hudson Yards now has thirty food vendors on Wednesdays and Thursdays which is part of Smorgasbord. It began yesterday and runs through late August. I came here today. On each day there are different food vendors. I feasted on chicken yakitori which Aya gave me which was finger licking tasty. Then I had a beef empanada with cilantro mayo that was mildly spicy. Lastly I ate a Jamaican Jerk Pork Taco with a heaping helping of diced pineapple. Both Emily and Chrisann were charming to talk to. Seating is in the middle with no shade and I broiled for a while but still took my time enjoying each bite. Wipes and chilled water is essential here. Quite a few people were imbibing chilled drinks and cones of French fries. The best part was that I had a ring side view of The Vessel.

On Friday, I saw one of the preview shows of KAGAMI, a mixed reality concert experience that is a collaboration between the late Ryuichi Sakamoto and Tin Drum. It was held in the Griffin Theater, which is at the top floor/level 6 of The Shed. KAGAMI is a 50 minute experience where you are enclosed in the performance space with about 80 other attendees, wear a headset for the VR/AR experience, and can - if you wish - move about the space during the surround sound, concert performance. We purchased tickets weeks before. When we got to The Shed, we waited a little bit at Cedric's on the ground floor for doors to open for our scheduled show time. During doors, attendees were guided into a waiting area where images of Sakamoto and film footage were projected on the walls. (Also, in the waiting area, if you were an attendee that required a special headset due to corrective lenses, there was a station that did fittings for you - note - there's a limited number of these special headsets). Once it got close to showtime, doors on one side of the waiting area slid open. Attendees were guided into a room with about 80 chairs set up in a circle, surrounding a performance square in the middle. Once you took a seat, tech staff handed your headset and gave instructions on how to use the set, what to do during the performance, and where to go if there were any tech difficulties. Considering the number of attendees and the short amount of time they had to get everyone one in and settled, Shed staff were all friendly. The show was a cool experience. Once I got acclimated to the equipment and to what was happening, it truly was a uniquely immersive experience and very moving. It's particularly special as Sakamoto passed away a few months ago; you could tell there were some fans in the audience. However, even if you aren't a fan, I would recommend seeing the show if you're at all curious about his work or music (KAGAMI runs until July 2nd).

The shed has no customer service. They don't answer their phone or reply to their emails. It's appalling. We attended a matinee of Lear (sorely disappointing but that was Kenneth's fault) and my 80 yo mother accidentally left her phone by our seat. Possibly sucked into their bizarre seats. We'd only gotten two blocks away, So We came right back but they wouldn't let us enter the theatre to retrieve it. We asked if they would have a clean up crew get it. They said sometime in the next 4 hours. We delayed our trip home to Pennsylvania for that time but when we returned they still hadn't found it. I was told to call to follow up. I did. The outgoing message said to email. I did. 4 times in 8 days. Still no response. Expect similar service if you attend. Or who knows, maybe they'll respond to this.

We visited The Shed to watch Stephen Sondheim's "Here We Are" play. The theater is cozy and comfortable compared to other Broadway theaters. The entire building is modern and well-maintained, making it a great addition to New York City's arts and culture scene.

BEWARE. This is a scam organization that seems to have closed but is still collecting patron money. They do not answer emails. They do not answer the phones. Their voicemail box is full across all extensions. BUYER BEWARE!!

The Shed hosted early voting for my district. Second time voting there. It is very spacious, organized and clean. Staff is very helpful. Upon entering there is a livingroom like public space located in front of a bar that opens later in the day. The public space is available to the public at 11 AM, according to staff. I also read that a section of the building literally moves. Highly recommend.

I came here to check out the sonic sphere after seeing multiple posts about it online, especially since I love to check out new digital art/music experiences. However, it didn't really live up to the hype. I'm not sure if the music was too abstract.. but the flashing lights and the seating area (netted) was not comfortable. Fair disclosure they do put a disclaimer about avoiding this kinda display if you have epilepsy. My eyes were twitching trying to keep up with all the sensory displays going on.... not a great time. The space itself can lend itself to cool exhibits I suppose but the concert hall is not something I would go back to check out. I have a friend that loved it and is going back to a second showing but I can't say the same for myself. I may consider coming back for art or cultural exhibits, but not for the sonic sphere.

Absolutely loved this place! So check this out .. I came here randomly tonight while walking around the highline and was absolutely blown away by the shear size and liveliness of the space. There was giant chess, dancing, incredible views and tons of people having a blast outdoors. If you ever are looking for a free and unique afternoon activity, I highly suggest The Shed. I didn't go downstairs but I hear they have a delicious cafe downstairs.. saving it for next time!

I had not heard of this space yet, but I'm so happy I got to see a show here for the first time today! This is an awesome performing arts venue with multiple floors. They even have a cafe/bar area with seating downstairs! We saw Cecily Strong in "The Search for Signs of Intelligence in the Universe." As SNL fans, we were so excited to see her perform in such an intimate venue! The play was super fun and she was incredible in it. The facility itself was really nice! The bathrooms were very clean and large. The actual theater was a good size for an off-broadway house. The seats weren't super comfy, but they were roomy which I appreciate. I look forward to coming back and seeing more shows here!

Took in a show at The Shed which is the performing arts center at Hudson Yards. Beautiful venue and there are no bad seats in the house. Easy ample parking for those who drive into the City.

We came for Tomas Saraceno's work and loved it!!! Tomás Saraceno: Particular Matter(s) features an expansive gallery exhibition as well as a newly commissioned sensory experience, Free the Air: How to hear the universe in a spider/web, a 95-foot-diameter installation in The Shed's soaring McCourt space. There are three ways to visit Particular Matter(s): Upper Level of Sensory Experience + Gallery Lower Level of Sensory Experience + Gallery (wheelchair-accessible) Gallery Exhibition Only

This is a fantastic cultural venue. Looming ceilings, numerous spacious rooms, and easy access. Escalators to carry younger and older to the multi-level show spaces. My first visit. The DRIFT exhibition. Perfectly suited location to showcase an ambitious and otherworldly installation of art and performance. Well-timed entry, no crowding, room to move. Courteous staffing that don't hover. And, a restaurant/bar (Cedric's) at the entry. Vax cards checked at the door; masks required.

If you're ready to experience the future of art, stop by The Shed. I recently went to the DRIFT: Fragile Future exhibit and was blown out of my mind. The experience was calming, yet emotional. I really enjoyed the Minimalism exhibit. It was pieces of block art resembling deconstructed everyday items with a detailed list of the materials used to create them. The size of each block was proportionate to the quantity of material used to create the item. The point of the exhibit was to point out how much natural resources are used to create each item. This was really eye opening to see. I honestly do not want to go into too much detail about all of the exhibits as I don't want to ruin it for anyone. The Shed is definitely worth your time checking out though. Its perfect for a cold or rainy day indoors. After checking out the exhibits, you can stop by the bar downstairs for a drink. A nice little cocktail to end the experience.

I'm definitely not the sharpest (or artsiest) tool in the shed, but The Shed (at Hudsons Yards) was a wonderful host for the Fragile Future immersive exhibition of kinetic installations by DRIFT. Timed ticket entry and COVID-19 safety protocols made for a smooth experience while friendly team members on each floor and the busy, but chill cafe/bar added to a relaxing and inspiring exploration of the Shed. The massive 4-story space called The McCourt was a cool setting for the lights, music, and movement of 5 giant blocks suspended above the viewers as part of the 30-minute Drifters Experience (Fragile Future, DRIFT - 2021). Also, the The Shed's Level 4 Gallery was a cool theater affair to view Ian Cheng's 48-minute anime series called Life After Bob built using the Unity game engine and AI-driven characters. Even though The Shed is a non-profit organization to shed light on all disciplines of art in New York City, it definitely wasn't cheap at $35 per person. Luckily, the art exhibits and overall experience was worth the time and funds to make me a little sharper and artsier in the shed.

Loved the inside and the outside of this art building. We came yesterday to see the Drift interactive exhibit. Loved the Drift exhibit very much and we enjoyed every minute of it. We also went to the Ian Cheng's animation film on the 3rd floor and it was innovative but it wasn't something we liked. The building had 3 floors. 1st floor had a cafe, tons of tables w seating, and area to purchase admission ticket. 2nd floor was the Drift exhibit. 3rd floor was Ian Cheng's animation exhibit.

I purchased tickets to DJ Carl Craig on 7/7/23 at the Sonic Sphere. Visually the space is a marvel & breath taking but I was very disappointed with the delivery of the "3-D sound and light explorations." The choice of music/ sound was very unmotivating and more like a bad trip. This place has potential but not worth the price of $58. I've been to movie theaters, planetariums & clubs with more pulsating, captivating sound & visual effects.

How do you rate a theater? This one is new and shiny and therefore far more comfy than most NYC theaters. I'm a bigger gal and the seats were comfortable enough. High for anyone who has trubs getting up and down too. It's a smaller theater so no bad seats. I was on a far side and kinda had to crane my neck a lot but still could see everything. You can walk through the Shed Shops aka mall to get to it. Lots of places to eat in there as well as the Spanish eating area. A few places to eat open after the show but it's limited in that area.

If you are coming here from 7 train station at Hudson Yards, this museum is easy to find. However, I was at 9th Avenue and 33rd street; I was lost how to get there. A dog walker was going that way, she walked me to the corner block of the museum. When you walk in, someone comes up to take your temperature. Then, you go to the tickets booth. Afterward, you scan it at their machine. It was a small exhibit. I do have to warn you about the documentary that is shown in their small theater setup. It was about a burning of a corpse. It was quite graphic when the narrator described it. I have mixed feelings about this gallery. It's a great space. However, I felt if there were more artworks, it would had been better. I don't think it worth $10 admission ticket.

The Shed is the newest addition to NYC cultural centers. The building is a beauty inside and outside. It is a 6 levels building and has expansive floor layout. We came here today to see their Fall exhibit, The Drift. It occupied the whole 2nd floor of the building. I would say this is their gallery floor. The last portion of exhibit is immersive and mesmerizing. I am not sure how they scheduled each exhibit. I am making a guess every season, exhibits is being replaced. On its third floor is their cinematic theater. We were directed to see a complimentary anime film after 40 minutes performance of the exhibit. The floor has a back to back theater showing the same film during our visit. I could imagine that a different film or a different time show can be shown on the each side. Cushioned chairs, clean theater and comfortable viewing seats. On next levels ( 4-5th floor I guess) is their concert stage. I heard good shows had been scheduled previously. To date, there is no show on scheduled. It has very modern and clean facilities. We swing by the bar / lounge area on the first floor before heading out. Limited food and drinks on their menu but pricing is affordable. On same floor is located the box office and a small corner for facts and info about the current exhibit. The cultural center promotes innovative, unique , fresh and creative galleries of art and shows. A must to visit when in the area.

Visited this for the second time and Everytime it's consistent. Friendly knowledgeable staff. Clean and large space. Masks and proof of vaccination required

A large art gallery/event space with elevators that don't work well, so they had us take the escalators that go up two flights at a time. I thought it was new... not sure why already the elevators didn't work well. So we went up to the 8th floor. A large room for meetings or displays, we had a Thought Leadership event and they had audio/sound, a huge screen and a couple bar areas for mingling all set up, that was nice. The entry off the little Hudson St loop or the 30th St area, but not the area closest to the mall, if you're wondering. Exhibit spaces inside tall and open, could be used for many kinds of art. Whether or not a good use of the rolling wheels, I get the feeling this will get less entertaining/used and simply be a photo op in the future. The building is nice, though.

The Building name is very clearly marked on the side "The Bloomberg Building". The organization is The Shed. I have photos I took today with the name clearly marked on the building. If you visit the The Shed Website you can see it is known as The Shed. It's located in Hudson Yards. I love the look. It's innovative and very functional. I'm sure it will be busy with performances in no time. I can't wait to attend a performance. It's a cool building on wheels. I photographed the wheels. It's very unusual. I like the contrast between this building and the High Rise Architecture close by. I can't imagine not having outside light inside this building. The windows and doors are unusual. It's made to enhance the overall shape and fluffy pillows effect. I like the design. It's bright to look at in the sunshine today. I'm sure there's a very creative way the natural light enters. Well if you go for a visit please write a review. I need to return. There's so much to see in Hudson Yards it's hard to thoroughly investigate everything in one day!

Loved this place! I came here for the Steve Reich performance this spring and absolutely loved it! This space is a great size, because it's smaller and there are great views of the artists and musicians. Even though it is on the smaller side, which made it more intimate, it allowed space for patrons to walk around and enjoy art as they passed through the installations. I would definitely come to another upcoming event here. It looks like they'll have a lot of great performances this summer. I can't wait to come back here, again!

Art installation space the building rolls opened and shut. Unfortunately We were here between exhibits and the cows have moved out and in France and all around the city. There is nothing new inside as of now, we will have to come back

I love art but unfortunately I was more impressed with the exterior of the building than the content of the interior. Got $10 tickets in advance for timed entry which was not necessary. I would not recommend purchasing tickets. The Howardena Pindell exhibit was fairly boring and monotonous. She focuses on paint and mixed media which was oddly redundant. The only interesting part was the video which provided history. I got through the entire exhibit and the 16 min video in under 25 minutes. I definitely felt like I wasted $20 and did not feel inspired or even interested. This review is the most thought I put into The Shed.

I held off for a long time reviewing the Shed because I never been inside, but then that's the point that goes on in there? Its supose to be a place for meetins, conferences, live music, dance, arts, paintings, sculptures, digital media, theater, and literature. But I never have seen any invites and looking at reviews looks like not much goes on. The building was to be a spectacular showcase because the building actually can expand itself. The huge telescoping outer shell can expand itself from the tall building it is constructed into and glides along the rails onto the adjouning plaza space doubling in size on the main floor space. I must admit the outside building is beautiful and you can see and touch the 6-foot wheels it rests on. Oh well maybe one day I get to see the inside and I can update my review and yes more photos.

This is the first time that me and my wife were able to get inside this building. Looking at this building from outside tickled my mind on what they can offer inside. On the first floor I noticed a bar which was spacious and looks cool to hang out, this is also the place where you can buy tickets for whatever work of art/gallery/exhibit/show they are featuring. On the second floor we were fortunate to see and watch the gallery and exhibition "Drift: fragile future" it was immersive and interactive, the way they presented it, it challenges the audiences' mind to imagine about future Earth. I thoroughly enjoyed the show/exhibit. We also had a chance to watch an anime movie on a different floor titled " Life after bob" where the story is based on futuristic world, internet interacts with the nervous system. I like that this art center produces and promotes innovative art and ideas. It is totally different from any art centers that you have been to. For anybody who would like to experience a unique, fresh, creative, inventive, imaginative art, this is the place to go to.

Beautiful artwork but the employees are so rude. My phone died and one of the employees kindly offered to give me their chargers. Once I recieved enough charge, I had to make an emergency phone call. Once she saw me talking on the phone, she immediately rushed over to me and said to get away from the charger and quickly snatched it. I wish I got her name. She was working on the third floor - she had red hair with bangs. So, SO rude. I didn't say anything because I did not want to start a fight.

Given that Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, Broadway, The Whitney and the Public Theater, among many other cultural venues, are in walking distance, it would have been hard to predict the success of The Shed in Hudson Yards. Like all of Hudson Yards, The Shed is wildly successful and an example of "build it and they will come." The space is well designed and flexible. Went to see Alicia Keyes there last evening and the acoustics were perfect. The Shed is truly a great addition to the New York cultural and entertainment scene.

The space is huge with escalators and elevators to get you around. Very modern and minimalist overall. Glad they're still checking vaccine cards at the door. Ticketing was easy. Coat check people were friendly. The bar was nice and service good. The shop was unattended. I wanted to buy something to support the artist but there wasn't anything. Went to see Tomas Saraceno's gallery show. It's beautiful and thought provoking. Highly recommend communing with spiders. We have so much to learn from them.

The Shed is a fantastic addition to the idea of community, by Hudson Yards and off The Highline in a bubbly looking plastic wrap of a building. Inside, it's highlighting community through art, and platforming artists who might not have the same opportunity elsewhere in New York. We went for the Sonic Sphere, which was a leap backwards into future technology, a throwback to 1970s experimentation, on par with San Francisco's world famous "Audium", or the Exploratorium's Tactile Dome, and other explorations of sensory and stimulus from a bygone era. This isn't a modern freak out of technology, vs the novel use of it from an era of Pink Floyd laser light shows at planetariums. I think the most interesting aspect of it is the stillness, and the silence... the ability to sit reclined, just staring at something other than our phones for about 45 minutes. It felt less of a technological marvel than it did a personal meditation with calming visuals. It was a perfect addition to our busy trip, and a welcome and wonderful respite from the heat, the crowds, and the constant, unyielding movement through the highline and city. Some people are not impressed with the experience or the technology, but I am sure they are thinking 2023, not 1973. Go with a sense of wonder, awe, calm, and simple auditory and visual tech. With that attitude, it will be a winner.

Very interesting new space and art gallery. It is multi-level and you can go up and down via escalators or elevators. I went during the open house when it was free admission and it was packed. There were lines everywhere but I was told that on a normal day it would not be like that. Admission did not seem all that expensive so I would definitely return to see what a normal day was like as some exhibits had long lines and we were not able to wait to see them. Their food truck area is in a semi enclosed space that seem to be able to open up or shut down based on the event. This would be a fabulous event space. It is very sleep and modern with floor to ceiling windows throughout. There is a theater too!

I've been to The Shed now twice. The first visit was for a member welcome event on the top floor lounge area, which was originally supposed to be a preview cocktail reception but then reframed at the last minute as more of an open house with juice and coffee and mixed nuts, as they couldn't get ABC to issue their liquor license in time. The building was pretty raw, dangling electrical wiring, exposed panels galore, and other clearly unfinished design elements - "punchlist items" - my disapproving architect bf (the member) pointed out as we walked around. We caught Trisha Donnelly's installation of tarp covered, fallen tree trunks bathed in operatic singing in a massive gallery space which was entirely in the dark, save for some light peeking in through a narrow opening in the wall. I was completely unimpressed. Maybe I'm not as familiar with Donnelly's oeuvre, but I am a fairly cultured person and view art regularly, via galleries, museums and art fairs, so I have a sense of what good art and bad art is. But I found the whole piece completely lackluster. And just yesterday, we attended the inaugural production, "Norma Jeane Baker of Troy" at the 500- seat Griffin Theater. The theater was a simple black box, with attractive and comfortable velvet seats. The set design was beautifully done, evoking a mid-century office in mid-winter. The show, however, was a complete letdown. The opening scene, is presented as a spoken word piece, which turns into a half-baked disjointed plotline drawing parallels between Helen of Troy and Marilyn Monroe. Even Ben Whishaw's transformation to drag Marilyn Monroe was not enough to save me from boredom. Having seen Ms. Fleming at the Met, my thought was, how on earth she was convinced to take on the part. Too avant garde (highbrow/ borderline pretentious) for me, I suppose (and I was an English major in college!!) but I was definitely not alone. There were walkouts as well as conversation among the audience during the piece. It was probably the worst theater I had seen in NYC in my 20 + years here. We have tickets for Bjork and the Kung Fu-themed musical show in May, and I wonder if we should just resell these tickets? I am not sure I have much faith in any of these productions, after what we've just seen.

A beautiful space and beautiful exhibit! The natural lighting throughout the building adds to the experience!

Before seeing Reich-Richter-Pärt, I went to get a drink of water from the fountain; an employee (they wear all-black with neck-hanging name-badges) walked up beside me, cleared her throat loudly, then began filling her large Nalgene bottle (after letting the water run for awhile first). This wouldn't have been an issue, except for the fact that my water-fountain lost all pressure while I was trying to drink (since I arrived there before her). So I could not drink any water until she was finished. When I jokingly said "they must not have installed separate pressure systems," she literally cackled "MYEH MYEH MYEH MYEH" and stomped away! Really, that's just the latest infuriating encounter... Before that, two employees loudly joked about the fact I was wearing tinted mineral sunscreen, calling it makeup; I am Hispanic (thus the tinted) at high risk of melanoma recurrence (thus the sunscreen), and I'd just been in a really bad accident so yes I was using a lot of it, attempting to cover-up a scab on my face. That's their level of "customer service." Whenever I have called customer service and/or membership, I have never received a response. Furthermore, there have always been technical-server crash-errors when buying tickets. And membership promotions have never been honored, instead they continue increasing prices while devaluing & disrespecting founding members. There has never been any sort of accountability from anyone in their organization, no matter how many times I have reached out to all departments. My final example sort of says everything that there is to be said about what's wrong with this place: they invited hundreds of members for "artisanal cocktails" and "food from Danny Meyer," but when we we arrived, there was no liquor, only hot juices and warm grocery store jugs of soda, and the only food were cookies & chips, plus it was extremely hot and humid because they hadn't turned on the air conditioners, so attempting to address these issues a spokesperson said they would be offering tours and handing out drink tickets in the lobby; except when I asked for a tour they said everything was closed and when I attempted to pick up drink tickets they said we all had to leave the building, then when I emailed asking if they could arrange for the promised tour and/or mail me the drink tickets, I was dismissively offered a membership refund! Ever saddening & maddening; ever heartbreaking...

I recently saw the preview to Bjorks latest stage show at the shed the McCourt. I was amazed by the outside of the area...so beautiful. The show had started by the time I got there having just flown in from Chicago for the event. The staff escorted me in and waited till there was a break to lead me to my seat which was helpful to not distract other concert goers. I was in awe the whole time the theater was the best place with all they had to offer for such an artist such as Bjork. Very pleased with my visit. There is a bar and cocktail area in the lower half and plenty to see. Worth the visit if you're a visitor or a local.

This space is amazing. So glad that I got in early before the word catches on. I want to live here. The lobby of the 30th street entrance is fabulous. They have a bar people!!! A bar with alcohol!!! Love the understated gift shop. Just books. Nothing else. I saw the Open Call 2 exhibition. daaPo reo's piece is awesome. Only one thing. When I called to reserve my ticket, they immediately assumed I wanted tix for Open Call 1 when I wanted Open Call 2. I ended up on the wrong floor on line for the wrong exhibit. Quickly rectified. All in all I love the space. Big. Open. Understated.

Having spent the kind of money that was spent to create this facility, the quality of the interior is a bit sad. The space itself has pluses and minus. There is a lovely seating area on the street level (south facing). But inside, where you enter to see the shows, is always a traffic jam of massive numbers squeezing into an ill-conceived entry. Have seen a few shows here already this season, and it's a mixed bag. Opening night was great, karate ballet was awful. TL/dr: Come here for a show, maybe.