Christian Lee Navarro is going through something quite special, that not a lot of people in any industry faces. Within a month, his name has become one of the most talked about in the entertainment industry, due to his role as Tony on Netflix’s wildly successful series 13 Reasons Why. Christian, whose prior acting credits include the HBO series Vinyl, is experiencing a metamorphosis of sorts as he has gone from a somewhat known person in the acting world to defining “what’s next” in Hollywood. Tony, just like himself though, have quite a lot in common which makes the role for Christian that much more personal. [Read more…] about 13 Reasons Why’s Christian Lee Navarro on Tony, Life & More
My Incredible & Memorable Experience at Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen!
Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen has become a pop culture phenomenon since its debut almost a decade ago in August of 2009. As a self-proclaimed Bravo-holic, I have been obsessed with this crazy little half hour show, where the devilishly handsome & hysterical Andy chats with an assortment of celebrities about their own careers and what’s going on in the world at that moment. Last month, I had the AMAZING opportunity to go to a live taping of the show as an audience member (hopefully bartender soon!) and really got to experience first hand just how amazing a show like this can be. [Read more…] about My Incredible & Memorable Experience at Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen!
“Groundhog Day: The Musical” is a Squirrely Hodgepodge of Humor
There will be a lot of repatishin. There will be a lot of repetichion. There will be a lot of repetition. Eventually, Phil Connors (Andy Karl) will get it right, but it’s gonna him take a couple of hours and quite a bit of patience from audiences until he finally does. Connors is the bitter, cynical weatherman for a medium-market news channel in Danny Rubin’s adaptation of the 1993 comedy Groundhog Day. [Read more…] about “Groundhog Day: The Musical” is a Squirrely Hodgepodge of Humor
Kelly Ripa, Mark Consuelos & More Attend “Fire Island” Premiere Party!
Atlas Social Club in Hell’s Kitchen played host to the premiere of LOGO’s upcoming docuseries “Fire Island“, which follows a group of six gay, young business professionals living together as they search for the romance, temptations, and thrills. Manhattan Digest was on the red carpet for this highly anticipated series, with the cast in full swing as well as executive producers Kelly Ripa & Mark Consuelos as well as some super awesome special guests! [Read more…] about Kelly Ripa, Mark Consuelos & More Attend “Fire Island” Premiere Party!
FlyNYON is the Only Way to Really See New York from All Angles!
FlyNYON is truly the only way to really get a glimpse of all of New York from an angle that you have to see yourself. An above water, higher than the skyscrapers bird eye view is the ONLY way New York City should be seen. Walking through the concrete jungle, we get lost in the hustle and neglect to think about the massive views this city is known for. [Read more…] about FlyNYON is the Only Way to Really See New York from All Angles!
Major Celebs Come Out to Support Food Bank for New York City’s Can Do Awards!
The hunger epidemic is still at an all time high, and food banks across the country are doing all they can to help end this crisis by providing as many meals as possible to those in need. Last night, some of those incredible people were honored at the Food Bank for New York City’s annual Can Do Awards, taking place at Cipriani’s Wall Street. The event was star studded with amazing celebrities, surprise guests, and so much more, making it a huge night to remember! [Read more…] about Major Celebs Come Out to Support Food Bank for New York City’s Can Do Awards!
Fab 5 Freddy Unveils His New Art Exhibit at Pioneer Works
Many art enthusiast would agree that art is objective. As we know, a persons perception on life and feelings will dictate how they observe things, this is the main reason why many of us appreciate art. For that very moment, we enter the mind of the artist. [Read more…] about Fab 5 Freddy Unveils His New Art Exhibit at Pioneer Works
Theatre Review: Gary McNair’s “A Gambler’s Guide to Dying”
For such a young man, Gary McNair is dispensing insight and wisdom far beyond his years. McNair, with the help of director Gareth Nicholls has brought his autobiographical story of literal unbelievable odds to the stage in A Gambler’s Guide to Dying. The solo play, currently at 59E59th Theater through April 23rd, kicks off the 2017 Brits Off Broadway Festival. [Read more…] about Theatre Review: Gary McNair’s “A Gambler’s Guide to Dying”
What are the Best Farm to Table Restaurants in New York City?
For the most part here at Manhattan Digest, we try our best to think of the philosophy of “dine local, eat local”. That can easily be said about a lot of the farm to table restaurants we have written about in the past, and ones we have heard great things about from others which leads to our list of what we think are the best in Manhattan with this ever present concept that is sweeping our city! [Read more…] about What are the Best Farm to Table Restaurants in New York City?
DJ Jazzy Joyce Appearing at the First Annual Party Divas Awards
On Saturday, September 16th, NY based production company Ayleet Productions will be hosting the First Annual Party Divas Award Show! Individuals and companies who have helped to make the music industry a better environment for women over the past year will be awarded across more than 38 categories in New York City in 2017! One big name in the field just announced to be appearing is DJ Superstar and former Hot 97 Host DJ Jazzy Joyce!
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