“Lynda Carter sings?!!?”, was the common reaction to the declaration that I was seeing Wonder Woman in concert last weekend for her Jazz at Lincoln Center show. The answer: Absolutely! Among the powers bestowed on her television character by the Greek Gods, she’s also been granted the real life gift of lovely vocals and commanding stage presence—not to mention her maintenance of eternal youth. [Read more…] about Concert Review: Lynda Carter at Lincoln Center
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The Manhattan Spring Sky- A Photo Essay
Everyone knows that the winter in New York City is long and particularly brutal. Just this year we had snow in April for the first time in as long as I can remember. I even heard of a police department issuing a warrant for the groundhog who predicted an early spring on the charges of fraud. When the cold weather stretches deep into March on a yearly basis it’s easy to dream of the eternal warmth of Miami or LA. [Read more…] about The Manhattan Spring Sky- A Photo Essay
Experience Wall to Wall Stephen Schwartz This Saturday
If you wake up this Saturday April 16th and have nothing better to do than sit around contemplating your corner of the sky, then you’d better leave your cheese to sour, defy gravity, and prepare ye the way of the 1,2, or 3 train. Head to the extraordinary Upper West side for Wall to Wall Stephen Schwartz, a musical celebration of the famed Broadway composer’s works. The concert begins at 3 PM. [Read more…] about Experience Wall to Wall Stephen Schwartz This Saturday
New York Festival of Song’s Gala was Pure Fun
While spring continued to confound New Yorkers with its unusual chill, the charming warmth emanating from the stage at Carnegie’s Weill Recital Hall this past Tuesday night made lucky audience members temporarily forget the pesky grip of winter’s remain. [Read more…] about New York Festival of Song’s Gala was Pure Fun
Theater Review: Cagney The Musical
One would not ordinarily associate disco with tough guys, but the only song that came to mind after I left the Westside Theater recently was Donna Summer’s signature hit, “She Works Hard For the Money.” Swap the pronoun “They” for “She” and apply it to the hugely talented cast of Cagney, the new musical that has reopened to a slightly larger scale than its last incarnation at the York theatre. [Read more…] about Theater Review: Cagney The Musical
Theater Reviews: House Rules & The Humans
Fewer grounds are more fertile for theater than family drama and two new plays tackle all of the complexities that our next of kin can bring.
HOUSE RULES
Ma-Yi Theater Company’s off Broadway production of A. Rey Pamatmat’s House Rules takes us inside the homes of two Filipino-American families. Both live in the same building, (which presumably is New York, although it is not certain), and both are struggling to come to terms with strained relationships. [Read more…] about Theater Reviews: House Rules & The Humans
New York City Street Art- A Photo Blog
I am a big believer that art is where you find it. Whether it’s a beautiful sunrise/sunset or witnessing a random act of kindness, we are surrounded every day by art of some kind. Walking anywhere through Manhattan you can find organic art of all sorts. However, my focus today are the actual art installations of Manhattan. These works are meant to blend seamlessly into the city around them, yet they stand out as meritorious in their own right. All credit is due to the artists whose work is shown here. I hope I have done some justice to your vision. [Read more…] about New York City Street Art- A Photo Blog
Theater Review: Disaster! The Musical
The marketing campaign for Disaster! The Musical effectively showcases its dense Broadway talent. Adam Pascal (Chad), Roger Bart (Tony), Kerry Butler (Marianne), Faith Prince (Shirley), Kevin Chamberlain (Maury), Rachel York (Jackie), and of course, Mr. Broadway himself, the creator of this whole amusing mishegas, Seth Rudetstky (Professor Ted Scheider). Each of them have their moments to shine in this send up on disaster movies of the 1970s. But, there is one secret weapon at the Nederlander Theater that goes by the name Jennifer Simard. It is safe to assume, after watching this comedic genius tear up the stage as a gambling addicted nun that Simard will soon take her place alongside her venerable cohorts. [Read more…] about Theater Review: Disaster! The Musical
Theater Reviews: Familiar & Red Speedo
Danai Gurira is having a terrific year. The Zimbabwe raised playwright and actor has been met with critical acclaim after her play Eclipsed recently transferred from the Public theater to Broadway. Her recent off Broadway play, Familiar, should also please critics and audiences alike. [Read more…] about Theater Reviews: Familiar & Red Speedo
Moving to Chelsea- Updated Photo Blog
You may recall that earlier this year I shared some photos from the apartment that a friend of mine was looking at in Chelsea. He ended up passing on it in favor of another building a few blocks away. The location is great for him but a photographer’s dream for me. With views of the Freedom Tower and Empire State Building, I was able to capture some great, sweeping cityscapes. I am always remind that art is truly where you find it* and it can be anywhere, even the rooftop of your brand new apartment building.
*More on this in an upcoming article! [Read more…] about Moving to Chelsea- Updated Photo Blog