Waltz-Astoria is an unique performance space and artistic minded wine/desert bar located
in Astoria (LIC), a cozy European neighborhood that overlooks the city of Manhattan from across the East River.
Waltz has becoming
the place to go for light lunches, afternoon teas and snack, friendly get-together, and of course great dessert and cappuccino.
Located just a few blocks away from Astoria Park, Waltz is haven to teachers, mommies, and working professionals during the
day. Its charming decor and cozy atmosphere warms up your heart as soon as you step in. It's the best place to socialize with
friends, relax with a book, study for an exam, or simply chill with a glass of our famous sangria.
Of course, Waltz means great live music. Since its
opening in 2005, we have presented hundreds of shows ranging from Classical trios to hip hop and world music. Wednesday Night
Open Mic is the longest and the most successful running open mic in Queens, drawing talent scouts citywide. We showcase some
of the most entertaining local talents and touring artists; it is known for its eclectic but selective booking. Waltz was
featured as Best of New York 2008 in New York Magazine.
Waltz is also an avid
collaborator with local music and performing arts organisations, incl. Astoria Music Society, Astoria Performing Arts Center,
Women's Writing Studio, Astorians for Peace and Justice, Astoria Jazz Composers' Workshop, and most recently Project: Theater.
Waltz-Astoria is known
for being the host to many community events and parties. Waltz also offers low-cost rental to independent musicians, artists
and filmmakers for various non-performance related projects, helping to promote creativity inside the city of Astoria and
Long Island City.
