89th And Broke I'm a young professional living in Astoria (formerly of Williamsburg, the UES and Murray Hill - I move a lot!). I'm always looking for something fun to do or the best place to grab a drink and dinner at an affordable price around the city.
Have a suggestion? Email me at Laura AT 89thandbroke DOT com.
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By Laura, on January 9, 2013, 10:38 am
Created in response to the devastating effect that September 11th had on sales at Broadway shows and at businesses in and around the Times Square theatre district, Season of Savings is a bi-annual event where you can purchase tickets to Broadway and off-Broadway shows, as well as get discounted tickets to other Times Square [...]
By Laura, on December 11, 2012, 10:36 am
To celebrate Phantom of the Opera’s 25th anniversary this winner, tickets to performances from January 7 to March 9 are extremely discounted. Case in point – you can sit in the orchestra for just $75 on Monday – Thursday performances, or $85 on the weekends (great deal if you still need a gift idea). [...]
By Laura, on November 27, 2012, 10:44 am
NOTE: Looks like $30 tickets are no longer available since the show was extended. However, if you are under 30, you can still snag $30 tickets here.Â
I saw Murder Balladlast week! Here are five reasons why you should see it!
1). Tickets are $30. You don’t need to be under 35, a senior [...]
By Laura, on November 12, 2012, 10:22 am
Dying to see a show without breaking the bank? Check these offers out! Congrats to winner Wanda, of the pair of tickets to 5 Lesbians Eating a Quiche. Want to see the show? Use the code 5LEZRRM when you order tickets here and you’ll get tickets for $30, rather than $40. Want more tickets [...]
By Laura, on November 8, 2012, 9:54 am
Looking for something to do tonight without breaking the bank? Check out the New Museum, located on Bowery between Stanton and Rivington.. Tonight, swing by from 7- 9pm and you’ll receive free admission. This deal is valid every Thursday, but note that the museum closes at 9pm so you may want to get there [...]
By Laura, on November 2, 2012, 9:28 am
If you are still off today because of the hurricane, swing by Brooklyn Bowl from noon – 6pm for free bowling and brownies.
By Laura, on August 31, 2012, 9:04 am
It’s back! 20at20 is here from September 4 through the 23rd.  How does it work? Arrive at the theater 20 minutes before showtime at these participating theaters, and you’ll get $20 tickets to an off-Broadway show.  We tried this promotion a few years back (and we’ve detailed the worst audience member we’ve ever encountered in this review) and yes, it truly [...]
By Caryn, on August 22, 2012, 6:08 am
Hi guys – it’s been a while! I’m back to tell you about a great even happening this Thursday, August 23rd with Two Boots pizza!
To celebrate its 25th anniversary, they’re putting on a FREE concert at the East River Park Amphitheater featuring Sierra Leone’s Refugee All Stars, Mamarazzi,  Odetta Hartman, Himalayas, and the Whiskeyhickon Boys, as [...]
By Laura, on July 27, 2012, 9:44 am
Tonight, July 27, Cherub Improv, a non-profit improv group, will be offering a free improv performance at 8pm tonight at Gotham City Improv, at 48 W. 21st between 5th and 6th Ave. The special event will be packed with improvised skits and songs all suggested by you, the audience.
Cherub Improv provides free improvised comedy performances and [...]
By Laura, on July 19, 2012, 7:23 am
If you are near the East Village, swing by Tompkins Square Park every Thursday for a free moving screening. The park opens at 6pm, with the film beginning at sundown. Â For those who don’t know, Tompkins Square Park is between Aves A and B, and stretches from 7th – 10th Streets.
Films for the [...]
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