Few hold as much of an esteemed role in the evolution of contemporary composition and studio technique than Karlheinz Stockhausen. One of the most experimental and progressive composers of the 20th century, his innovations forever changed approaches to utilizing electronics in art music and the ways in which we listen. This classical renegade’s influence can still be felt today, inspiring everyone from Björk to Aphex Twin, Miles Davis to Animal Collective and more.
His magnum opus Licht—a seven opera cycle each representing a day of the week—is an epic 29-hour work for vocal, instrumental and electronic forces that is rarely performed given its length and the different configurations of musicians and spaces needed.
Several electronic compositions from this opus, performed by one of his original collaborators Kathinka Pasveer, are presented as two parts on separate evenings or in a full marathon with transformative lighting and video projections to fully immerse the audience in the all-encompassing, octophonic sound and surroundings. The vastness of the Wade Thompson Drill Hall is the perfect setting to fully realize these works as Stockhausen so boldly envisioned in their highly-anticipated North American premieres.
Show Finder
Inside Light
Opening Date: Jun 5, 2024
Closing Date: Jun 15, 2024
Playing @
Park Avenue Armory
643 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10065
Show Notes: Part 1: All-Stockhausen Program runs 2 hours and 30 minutes with intermission. Part 2: All-Stockhausen Program runs 2 hours and 45 minutes with intermission. Marathon runs 6 hours and 30 minutes, including intermissions and a one-hour dinner break.
Audience Advisory: Seating will be on cushions and backjacks directly on the floor. Participants can move freely throughout the space.
Performance Schedule
Part 1:
WEDNESDAY @ 7 PM
Part 2:
THURSDAY @ 7 PM
Marathon:
SATURDAY @ 4 PM
Music
- Karlheinz Stockhausen
TDF Tickets Offers:
TDF Member tickets:
Not currently available for this show
Listed at 
Never
Full-price tickets:
$60.00 - $85.00
Accessibility
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Box Office
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Curb Ramps
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Elevator\Escalator
The Park Avenue entrance of the Armory with its interior and exterior stairs pose obstacles to access that the Conservancy intends to resolve in the upcoming renovation. In the meantime, we are committed to improving access for visitors who have trouble climbing stairs. -
Entrance
The Park Avenue entrance of the Armory with its interior and exterior stairs pose obstacles to access that the Conservancy intends to resolve in the upcoming renovation. In the meantime, we are committed to improving access for visitors who have trouble climbing stairs. -
Folding Armrests
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Assisted Listening System
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Parking
67th Street between 3rd and Lex: Westminster Garage
166 East 67th Street
67th St and Second Avenue Garage
254 East 67th Street
69 East LLC – Kingdom Parking
200 East 69th Street
Central Parking System
250 East 67th Street (Saturday Evenings)
200 East 65th Street
Kinney System, Inc.
222 East 65th Street -
Passenger Loading Zone
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Restroom
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Seating
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Telephone
On the north side of that doorway, we have installed an easily reachable intercom that rings the 24/7 Conservancy security staff who will respond immediately and assist all visitors to their event. Arrangements can also be made prior to your arrival by calling the main security desk at (212) 616-3950, extension 1. -
Visual Assistance
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Water Fountain
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Wheelchair Info
