Sam Barber went from posting covers online to selling out theaters on the strength of a voice that sounds like it has been through more than his age suggests, and The American Route Tour brings it to the most cinematic outdoor stage in New York. The Rooftop at Pier 17 puts the Brooklyn Bridge directly behind the band and the harbor on three sides, and the early curfew means the set lands at dusk. Two nights, open air, and the skyline switching on mid-song.
What to expect
Doors open in the late afternoon with support before the headline set, and the show wraps by 10 p.m. under the venue's curfew. The rooftop is open-air standing room with bars around the deck. Views take in the Brooklyn Bridge, downtown and the harbor.
Good to know
- Take the 2/3, 4/5, A/C/J/Z to Fulton Street and walk east to Pier 17
- Tickets through AXS or the AXS Box Office at Pier 17
- Open-air venue, rain or shine — bring a layer for the river wind
- Shows end early under the rooftop curfew, so plan dinner before the set
- Two nights are scheduled, so check both if one is sold out
- Arrive early for a rail spot with the bridge in frame
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Common questions
What tour is this?
Sam Barber's American Route Tour.
What time do doors open?
Doors at 5:30 p.m., with the show starting at 6:30 p.m.
Is the show indoors?
No — The Rooftop at Pier 17 is an open-air venue and shows run rain or shine.
