The Tune Up tickets
About The Tune Up
A Punk-Couture Medicine Show for the People
Suzan-Lori Parks' nine-piece band, SLP & The Joyful Noise, is her test kitchen. In The Tune Up – Parks’ new series blending short plays, music and high-voltage performance — she throws a party in that kitchen, alongside starry guests and exceptional newcomers. This is a bring-your-drinks, make new friends, dance-in-the-aisles kind of night. With big sounds and bold ideas, Parks joyfully reminds us the importance of remembering who we are.
Run time
75min.
Categories
Start date
July 30th, 2025
End date
August 3rd, 2025
Accessible tickets
For accessible tickets, see more below.
Sign-interpreted performances
For tickets to the sign-interpreted performance on August 3rd, see more below.
Loved it! The location of Little Island near west village and Chelsea and the charming intimacy of the amphitheater made for a lovely and memorable night out. Perfect atmosphere for a casual but special summer night in New York City.
An incredible, intimate venue that attracts fabulous artists by giving them creative freedom and a loving atmosphere. There is no better place in New York to experience a musical performance!
Great views long walk crowded access Eccentric performances
The Tune Up cast and creative team
Conceived, Written and Composed by: Suzan-Lori Parks
Directed by: Niegel Smith
Band: SLP & the Joyful Noise
Scenic Design by: Jian Jung
Select Costuming from: Diane von Furstenberg Archives
Costumer Design by: Rodrigo Muñoz
Lighting Design by: Ania Washington
Sound Design by: Shannon Slaton
Music Direction by: Nitzan Gavrieli
Production Stage Manager: Linda Marvel
Cast: Rona Figueroa, Leland Fowler, Danyel Fulton, Suzan-Lori Parks, Lance Coadie Williams, and special guests to be announced
Featured Artist: Ayodele Casel
Special Musical Guest August 1: Lillias White
Band: Alex Cummings, Bobby Spellman, Christian Konopka, Malik Washington, Marty Scott, Nitzan Gavrieli, Osei Kweku.
Developed in association with Lincoln Center
Venue
More information about The Tune Up
For accessible tickets, click here.
For tickets to the sign-interpreted performance on August 3rd, click here.
Frequently asked questions
What is the running time of The Tune Up?
The Tune Up runs for 75min.
Which theatre is The Tune Up at?
The Tune Up is at New York's The Amph at Little Island, which is located at Little Island, Pier 55 , Hudson River Greenway, New York, 10014.
How do you get tickets for The Tune Up?
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Weather at Little Island
Little Island always does its best to ensure that the show goes on. As an outdoor venue, however, inclement weather may require us to delay, pause or cancel a performance.
Ticket holders for shows in The Amph will also be notified of cancellations via email and text.
Weather Cancellations
All tickets are final sale. If your performance is cancelled before it begins, or plays less than 40 minutes prior to cancellation, your order will be cancelled, and you will receive a voucher to rebook for a future show. Delays or pauses in the show do not qualify for vouchers as long as the performance plays 40 minutes or more.
Tickets
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