Author David Jay Collins is experiencing some sort of a ubiquitous feeling as of late. Why is that? The acclaimed writer had a great amount of success with his fantastic first novel Gaybash, which profiled a character named Matt and how he stood up to his attackers in many different ways. With that success not only behind him, but within him, David is ready for the next chapter (pun, indeed) of his career with his new novel that hopefully will be one of the biggest LGBTQ themed books this fall and beyond. [Read more…] about Fantastic Author David Jay Collins on Life After “Gaybash” & What’s Next!
Theater Review: John Guare’s “Six Degrees of Separation” Packs a Punch
John Guare’s 1990 play, Six Degrees of Separation, which originally premiered Off-Broadway before a Broadway transfer, has returned to Broadway’s Ethel Barrymore Theatre in spectacular form under the direction of Trip Cullman. [Read more…] about Theater Review: John Guare’s “Six Degrees of Separation” Packs a Punch
The Tuck Room’s Chill & Fun Vibes Propel You to South Street Seaport
A place we seldom visit here at Manhattan Digest is South Street Seaport, which is such a short trip away from wherever you are on the 2/3 subway line. Based on our experience at The Tuck Room this past weekend, I suddenly find myself scratching my head over why I haven’t taken more of a chance to just see how beautiful and fun this area of Manhattan really is! And The Tuck Room is a classic example of why this particular area should be on your must list this coming summer. [Read more…] about The Tuck Room’s Chill & Fun Vibes Propel You to South Street Seaport
A Great Time Had by All at Furball’s 13th Anniversary Blast!
We all had a blast this past Friday night, as legendary bear event Furball celebrated its 13th Woofiest year in style at its newest home, Stage 48. [Read more…] about A Great Time Had by All at Furball’s 13th Anniversary Blast!
New York Pops Orchestra Winds Down 34th Season with Broadway Star Power
The New York Pops ended their 34th season in the Isaac Stern Auditorium of Carnegie Hall with two concerts, both of which were packed with gusto and glee. On Friday April 21st, music director and conductor Steven Reineke led the orchestra in night entitled, You’ve Got a Friend: A Celebration of Singers and Songwriters. The program was a virtual jukebox of popular American songs that have become a ubiquitous part of our culture. [Read more…] about New York Pops Orchestra Winds Down 34th Season with Broadway Star Power
What are the Absolute Best Pasta Restaurants in Manhattan?
Pasta. Oh, pasta. As a native New Yorker, this is one particular dish that I can never get enough of as I have found that we have it pretty much the best here on a domestic level (Italy takes the cake for being the world’s best). There are a zillion different options here in Manhattan to find what you think is best for all things pasta, but the question is… which places truly reign supreme? [Read more…] about What are the Absolute Best Pasta Restaurants in Manhattan?
“House of Cards” Star Kevin Spacey to Play Limited New York Theater Engagement
“The best that we can do is to be kindly and helpful toward our friends and fellow passengers who are clinging to the same speck of dirt while we are drifting side by side to our common doom.” That ironic-and timely-tidbit of inspiration was attributed to Clarence Darrow, the famous United States Lawyer who tackled hopeless cases, opposed the death penalty, and was an ally to labor unions. [Read more…] about “House of Cards” Star Kevin Spacey to Play Limited New York Theater Engagement
Beyond Sushi Provides a Sneak Peak of Their First Dine-In Restaurant
One of the most prominent type of cuisines in Manhattan has to be sushi, and there are a zillion places you can get this delicacy throughout your day. Beyond Sushi, with three locations throughout the city, takes what you normally think about sushi and gives it a fabulous vegetarian and vegan twist that makes you think differently about how items like this are prepared. Last night, Beyond Sushi welcomed me and many other people from the press as they are opening their first Dine-In restaurant in the heart of Herald Square. I was cautiously excited, but after a while the word “cautiously” was removed from my vocabulary and I simply kept a smile on my face throughout. [Read more…] about Beyond Sushi Provides a Sneak Peak of Their First Dine-In Restaurant
Unveiling The New Additions to The Mezcales de Leyenda Family the Right Way
Mezcales de Leyenda is a Mexican brand of spirits that showcase the character, uniqueness and validity of what a true mezcal is. With the debut of the two new artisanal expressions, Mezcales de Leyenda now offers five different versions coming from five different states (in Mexico that is). [Read more…] about Unveiling The New Additions to The Mezcales de Leyenda Family the Right Way
New York Festival of Song’s Celebration of Sondheim
Legendary composer Stephen Sondheim was by no means alone earlier last month at Carnegie Hall’s Weill Recital Hall. Artistic Director Steven Blier and associate director Michael Barrett led an impressive cast in front of a sold out audience for the New York Festival of Song’s annual benefit. 2017 marks the 29th season for the popular and critically acclaimed concert series.
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