Robert Caro needed 1,400 pages to explain Robert Moses; Ben Tumin, profiled in The New York Times, does it with jokes, slides and a lot of love for the city. Part three is the finale of a trilogy that sold out its first two runs, covering how Moses fell and why he still haunts every expressway argument. If you have 'meant to read The Power Broker' for a decade, this is your shortcut.
What to expect
A comedic history lecture in Caveat's bar-theatre, heavy on visuals and punchlines, pitched somewhere between John Oliver and a great tour guide. You do not need to have seen the earlier parts; Tumin catches everyone up at the start.
Good to know
- Works as a standalone even if you missed parts one and two.
- F to Delancey St or J/M/Z to Essex St.
- A livestream ticket is available.
- Early evening timing leaves room for dinner on the Lower East Side.
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Common questions
Do I need to have read The Power Broker?
No. The show is designed so you do not have to, though fans of the book will get extra jokes.
Do I need to see parts one and two?
No. Part three stands on its own.
