There are those who choose ice-cold air-conditioned comfort for their cultural consumption, and there are those who prefer to sweat it out. For the latter, two options tonight...
...8-10 p.m., the New York Philharmonic performs in Central Park with conductor Marin Alsop and soloist Leila Josefovicz. The program includes Beethoven's Fifth, and some John Adams and Prokofiev.
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...8-12 p.m., P.S. 1 Contemporary Arts Center kicks off its 30th anniversary at the Roxy with a night of roller skating to the music of DJ Spun, Duane Harriott, Audio Archeology, and Other Music. Dress code: "1976-2006" History lesson: In deference P.S. 1's home in a school house, the opening party in '76 was a school prom. Details: $30 admission does not include skate rental.