Neighbors, get ready for a night of magic, music, and mischief!
The final film in this year’s Summer Movie Series at Southpoint Park is a showstopper. This Thursday, August 1, join us for Wicked the beloved story behind the witches of Oz, filled with friendship, defiance, and those unforgettable songs.
It’s the perfect way to wrap up a month of community, laughter, and movie nights under the Roosevelt Island sky.
Movie Night Details:
- Movie: Wicked (Rated PG)
- Date: Thursday, August 1
- Time: Event starts at 7:00 PM; movie begins at sunset
- Where: Southpoint Park
- Admission: Always free!
Enjoy the Pre-Show Magic:
- Live music to set the scene
- Food vendors serving crowd favorites and sweet treats
- A heartwarming community slideshow to honor Roosevelt Island’s stories
Wicked invites us to look beyond the labels and see the heart behind the “wicked” and the “good.” Whether you’re a musical lover or new to Oz’s untold tale, this film promises emotion, excitement, and a few goosebumps.
What to Bring:
- Blankets, chairs, and maybe even a green glowstick or two
- Your crew, this one’s perfect for friends’ night or a magical family outing
- A heads-up: if rain’s on the horizon, the rescheduled date is August 15
Let’s close this summer series the way we started it together. Southpoint Park becomes a little more enchanting each Thursday, and we can’t wait to see you there for one last big-screen night.
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You Can’t Be All Three
April 9, 2026, during the full board meeting of the Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation, Fay Christian said something that should have landed harder than it did. She wished RIOC were not responsible for the tram. Then she asked what it would look like if it were given to the MTA. That was not a passing comment.
