Category: Get Cultured

Cameroon Dances Its Way to the Heart of New York

Cameroon Dances Its Way to the Heart of New York

Cameroon took center stage last week at 42nd Street’s Liberty Theater for a cocktail reception to showcase its national ballet. Hosted by the West African nation’s Minister of Art and Culture, Ama Tutu Muna, in partnership with the country’s Heritage and Arts Foundation, the evening was a cornucopia of dance performances showcasing a wide variety of styles and talent from across […]

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Prep for Shark Week Like a Pro

Prep for Shark Week Like a Pro

Even though it takes place in August, which happens to be way too close to the end of summer, Shark Week is hands down the best week of the summer. We know you’ve probably already set your DVRs and taken your summer beach vacation in preparation, but in order to fully commemorate the splendor that is Shark Week, you’re going […]

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Theater As You’ve Never Seen it Before

Theater As You’ve Never Seen it Before

A day in New York City can be wonderful, enlightening and extremely diverse. Playing with Reality, an interactive performance company, gives its audiences a chance to co-create stories, whether they be funny, sad, exciting, or mysterious…all of them are touching. As diverse as the city that never sleeps, each show encompasses all of the elements that can be found on […]

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Drop Dead Perfect: A New Comedy by Erasmus Fenn

Drop Dead Perfect: A New Comedy by Erasmus Fenn

I am so grateful that I had the chance to check out a performance of Drop Dead Perfect because it is by far the best play I have seen all year. I was laughing throughout the entire performance and I would be shocked if anyone told me that they did not enjoy it. Presented by The Penguin Rep Theatre in […]

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This Will All Be Yours: A New Musical by Laura Pedersen

This Will All Be Yours: A New Musical by Laura Pedersen

Who says that you need to have flashing lights and tricks to keep an audience’s attention? Not all shows need so much extra distractions to make it an entertaining and thought provoking show. What makes a show successful is the talent of the actors, the writer, and the crew. When all of that talent is put together, you get an amazing […]

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Going Down Under in Gotham City

Going Down Under in Gotham City

  Horse Trade Theater Group, in association with Gotham City Improv will be bringing the First Annual Down Under Improv Festival to New York City and audience members will have a chance to decide who will be the champion of the festival. The festival will run from August 21st until the 24th at Under St. Marks, located on 94 St. […]

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The Nature of Artifice

The Nature of Artifice

I recently had the pleasure of not only attending the Summer Art & Fashion Installation of the very talented artist & Designer Eliana Petrides, but I was also able to speak with her about her beautiful art. One Five Hospitality and the Hyatt Union Square teamed up together to bring The Nature of Artifice, Eliana’s wonderful and unique installation, presented […]

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Getting to Know DUMBO

Getting to Know DUMBO

New York boasts numerous desirable places to live, but none have seen as much attention as DUMBO in Brooklyn. With a stunning view of the skyline, unique shops and not as congested as Manhattan, there is nothing not to love about the area, which is an acronym for Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass. As the area is constantly evolving, residents […]

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A Midsummer Night’s Dream in Central Park

A Midsummer Night’s Dream in Central Park

The solstice this year fell on June 21st and I had the pleasure of attending a performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream in Central Park. What better way to spend the solstice in New York City? A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare is presented by the award-winning Boomerang Theatre Company and Artistic Director Tim Errickson.  It will have a […]

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Summertime Fun at Element Hotel

Summertime Fun at Element Hotel

Summer has officially arrived and Element Hotel is celebrating in a very unique and environmentally conscious way. Last week, celebrating the Summer Solstice, Element Hotel Time Square New York introduced Relax BBQ. Not to worry if you didn’t know about the event, because Relax BBQ will take place all summer, every Wednesday through Labor Day. Relax BBQ is a two-hour […]

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