Carnegie Hall
(881 Seventh Ave at 57th St, 212-247-7800)
The shows
Herbie Hancock (JVC Jazz Festival). June 23, $35–$95.
Al Green + Dianne Reeves (JVC Jazz Festival). June 27, $35–$95.
BEFORE THE SHOW
At Le Parker Meridien’s Burger Joint (118 W 57th St between Sixth and Seventh Aves, 212-708-7414), you’re paying just $7.50 for that meaty wedge of heaven, so for crissakes treat yourself to a $17 pitcher of beer.
AFTER THE SHOW
Following an evening with the Rev. Al Green or Herbie Hancock, you’ll likely want to maintain the retro vibe. The Carnegie Club (156 W 56th St between Sixth and Seventh Aves, 212-957-9676) mixes old-timey cocktails in classic gentlemen’s-club-like surroundings (complete with cigar smoke).