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Office BFFs Clock in at The Town Hall

by Christopher Caz Leave a Comment

The Town Hall was absolutely packed for THE OFFICE BFFS AT THE TOWN HALL: An Evening with Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey, a one-night-only book promotion event for fans of the mockumentary TV sitcom The Office. Cheers erupted when the show’s theme music burst out, underscoring the panorama of photos being presented on a big screen. The hoots and hollers continued as Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey took to the stage, which was set with two comfy chairs and a table in between, talk show style.

“Frenemies” on The Office but best friends in real life for the almost two decades since the show first aired, Fischer and Kinsey have convened on this stage to promote their new book, “The Office BFFs: Tales of ‘The Office’ from Two Best Friends Who Were There.”

After Kinsey invited the house to take a group photo with the two of them for her Instagram page (post pending), Fischer and Kinsey treated the audience to pictures of each other as young girls and spoke of their early dreams to be actors. They talked of the jobs they’d held prior to being cast in The Office; Fischer shared that she’d been an actual receptionist before playing one on TV, and Kinsey reflected on her job at 1-800-DENTIST.

The Office BFFs: An Evening with Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey

The pair told of how, shortly after the show aired, they’d gotten hold of the private producer’s number to call in and get the daily ratings, and of having to listen to a myriad of other shows’ ratings before getting to those of The Office (think “Moviefone”, this kind of stuff wasn’t on the internet at the time). They also humorously reflected on their persistent anonymity at LA’s then “must-be-seen-at” Ivy Restaurant, even after the general success of the show.

Fischer and Kinsey continued to tell stories about female power taking back “VPL” (‘visible panty lines’, for anyone residing under rocks) and revealed various other pictures and videos, one video quite hilariously taped during their podcast “Office Ladies” (@officeladiespod). They shared favorite show moments and not-so-favorite plot lines; many of their recollections resulted from reading questions off of (presumably pre-selected) index cards from audience members, and a good time was had by all (that’s what she said).

To best enjoy the evening’s proceedings, I’m sure it helps to have watched The Office and even better to be a die-hard fan. Quite honestly, though, even if I didn’t know the show, I’d have paid to watch these two women read from the phone book (yes, there used to be an actual book). For all the evening’s hilarity, some of the best moments were from Fischer’s and Kinsey’s expressions of loving, heartfelt devotion to each other.

The Office BFFs: An Evening with Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey

If you can’t catch these ladies on tour, I expect the book is a good one (a copy was not provided and so I cannot speak for its content).

The Town Hall, 123 West 43rd Street (between 6th Ave and Broadway), in Manhattan

For more information on the book, visit https://www.harpercollins.com/pages/OfficeBFFs

Filed Under: ENTERTAINMENT, TELEVISION

‘Downton Abbey’ Star Shines in ‘How the Hell Did I Get Here’

by Ryan Leeds Leave a Comment

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Filed Under: ARTS, ENTERTAINMENT, TELEVISION, THEATRE

6 Things That Need to Happen on The ‘Sex and the City’ Revival

by Ryan Shea

Sex and the City

The Sex and the City revival was just announced on January 10. I’m very excited about this, especially with my alter ego being named Bearie Bradshaw, however there are certain things that need to happen in order for it to be a success and a fabulous conclusion to a 20+ year phenomenon. [Read more…] about 6 Things That Need to Happen on The ‘Sex and the City’ Revival

Filed Under: ENTERTAINMENT, TELEVISION

‘Top Chef’ Seasons Ranked From Worst to Best: Don’t Pack Your Knives Just Yet

by Brad Johnson

Top Chef

Top Chef has arguably been the biggest (and some might say greatest) culinary competition television program to ever exist. What once was a show that featured a mixture of home cooks, professional chefs and culinary students has now become a force to be reckoned with by including James Beard winners and many others at the top of their food game who all vie for the $100,000 grand prize. Some seasons of the Emmy-winning show did much better than others and stand out in our heads all this time later as ones that we want to watch again while others we wish never existed. [Read more…] about ‘Top Chef’ Seasons Ranked From Worst to Best: Don’t Pack Your Knives Just Yet

Filed Under: ENTERTAINMENT, FOODIE, LIFESTYLE, TELEVISION

It’s Spongebob SquarePants Mania at Dylan’s Candy Bar

by Ryan Shea

Dylan's Candy Bar

Dylan’s Candy Bar, one of the sweetest and most amazing candy spots in Manhattan, is celebrating Spongebob SquarePants‘ 20th anniversary by releasing a limited collection of products and a super special surprise that takes place on Saturday, June 15. [Read more…] about It’s Spongebob SquarePants Mania at Dylan’s Candy Bar

Filed Under: ENTERTAINMENT, TELEVISION

My Afternoon with Susan Lucci at The Plaza: Something I’ll Never Forget

by Ryan Shea

Susan Lucci

I consider myself to be someone who has been very lucky when it comes to the career I’ve had in journalism. There have been moments to me that have stuck out more than the rest, one of which being my amazing afternoon with television icon Susan Lucci at The Plaza back in January. I normally don’t write about my experiences with celebrities, as the fanboy aspect can come off looking very cheesy, however my time is something that will remain in my heart and mind for the rest of my life. [Read more…] about My Afternoon with Susan Lucci at The Plaza: Something I’ll Never Forget

Filed Under: ENTERTAINMENT, TELEVISION

Touchdown! Where to Go for Super Bowl 53 This Weekend

by Ryan Shea

Super Bowl

Manhattan will be abuzz this weekend with people rooting for either The New England Patriots or The Los Angeles Rams as the two teams will go head to head during Super Bowl 53 on Sunday, February 3. What NYC hotspots will be the best of the best when it comes to experiencing all you can during one of the biggest sports events of the year? [Read more…] about Touchdown! Where to Go for Super Bowl 53 This Weekend

Filed Under: ENTERTAINMENT, FOODIE, LIFESTYLE, SPORTS, TELEVISION

MD Exclusive with ‘American Housewife’ Star Daniel DiMaggio!

by Ryan Shea

American Housewife

American Housewife happens to be one of the funniest sitcoms on television right now, and Daniel DiMaggio only enhances just how hilarious this show can be. [Read more…] about MD Exclusive with ‘American Housewife’ Star Daniel DiMaggio!

Filed Under: ENTERTAINMENT, TELEVISION

Vulture Festival NY is Back! See The Official Lineup Here

by Ryan Shea

Vulture Festival

One of the most star-studded festivals to hit Manhattan this summer will no double be Vulture Festival NY, which is taking place this weekend on the 19th and the 20th. If you aren’t in the mood to watch the royal wedding taking place across the pond, then you are definitely going to want to attend at least one of these events that feature some A-list celebs including Wendy Williams, Jim Parsons, Claire Danes and more. [Read more…] about Vulture Festival NY is Back! See The Official Lineup Here

Filed Under: ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES, MUSIC, TELEVISION

It’s Turtle Time! My 5 Favorite ‘Real Housewives of New York City’

by Ryan Shea

Real Housewives

Although it’s a tough debate between NYC, Atlanta and Orange County… The Big Apple wins it in my heart out as my favorite out of all The Real Housewives franchises.

[Read more…] about It’s Turtle Time! My 5 Favorite ‘Real Housewives of New York City’

Filed Under: ENTERTAINMENT, TELEVISION

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