Archive for
January, 2008
January 31st, 2008 by jamie a
Thursday, January 31 (7 pm)
Broadway star performs songs from her album Serious Playground: The Songs of Laura Nyro at Iridium Jazz Club.
Through February 2
The New York Philharmonic presents at the Rose Theater with conductor Lorin Maazel.
Saturday, February 2 (9 am -5 pm)
Grab some new things to read at the at the New York Hilton & Towers featuring 450 indie publishers along with guest authors and poets.
Through February 10
The Classical Theater of Harlem presents an updated production of by Euripides. The production is staged at The Gatehouse and poses the question of “Are we somehow complicit in disintegration and violence…even when it isn’t happening to us?”
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January 30th, 2008 by stacy b
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Getting around New York City can be confusing, especially if you are a first-time visitor. Surprisingly, there are not many map shops in the city, but this from newyorkology.com lists the few places where you can find maps in the metro area. The main stores that carry NYC maps include and , but there are other options for finding more specialized maps as well.
Avoid getting lost and pick up a NYC map during your next visit!
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January 29th, 2008 by susan j
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For all you travel fiends who are headed to New York City this spring, we have good news. We’ve just added three new attraction options to the New York City Explorer Pass. Madame Tussauds Wax Museum, Madison Square Garden, and Radio City Music Hall Stage Door Tour (pictured above) are now included options.
Stay tuned for more for more updates to the Explorer Pass later this spring!
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January 28th, 2008 by jamie a
Chinese New Year Dragon Photo uploaded by
2008 marks the Year of the Rat for the , which will be celebrated in the city on February 7th. To kick off the festivities, a firecracker ceremony and cultural festival will run from 11 am to 3 pm. The firecrackers are lit to ward off evil spirits before the cultural performances take to the stage. Enjoy performances from singers and dancers to dragon, unicorn, and lion troupes marching the streets of Chinatown.
The best part of the celebration will take place on February 9th, when the will ring in the new year. From 1-5 pm, magical floats, marching bands, musicians, magicians, acrobats, and dragon troupes will amaze audiences. After the parade, there will be even more fun with a cultural festival on the streets with more performances.
If you’ve never experienced a Chinese New Year celebration before, make this the year!
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January 25th, 2008 by susan j
Union Square Theatre’s 2007 production of Mayuma Photo uploaded by grittycitygirl
New York City is world-renowned for its incredible theater scene. Millions of tourists flock to the Big Apple from all over the world to see shows on the Big White Way (in fact, I had one very memorable theater marathon where I saw Ragtime, Miss Saigon, and four other blockbuster musicals in just six days!).
However, it’s worth noting that there are plenty of funny, inspiring, and otherwise entertaining options playing Off-Broadway, too. These shows feature cutting edge playwrights in intimate venues, emerging actors before they get their big break, and established veterans who are returning to their theatrical roots. Depending on the show, it can be easier (and cheaper) to score tickets, too.
For more information on Off-Broadway shows, read Playbill.com takes a look at the 2008 Off-Broadway season. Or check the current Broadway and Off-Broadway listings. Whatever your taste in entertainment, chances are you’ll find it in NYC!
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January 24th, 2008 by jamie a
Through January 24 (7 pm)
The Metropolitan Museum of Art hosts , showcasing films from Indonesia, Croatia, the Philippines and other lesser-known movie-producing countries.
Through January 24
Enjoy the final days of the , held at the Walter Reade Theatre in Lincoln Center.
Thursday, January 24 (8 pm)
Discover for its final performance by the New York City Ballet.
Friday, January 25 (9:30 am)
, starting with an overview of the organization and its structure. Tours will introduce guests to the chambers, including exhibits, galleries, and a visit to the General Assembly Hall.
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January 23rd, 2008 by susan j
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New York sports fans have a new reason to celebrate, because on Sunday the securing their place in Super Bowl XLII. The Giants will face off against the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 3.
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January 22nd, 2008 by susan j
Toni Maticevski runway show at New York Fashion Week, Fall 2007 Photo uploaded by
New York City’s famous Fashion Week is coming up February 1-8. Although this week-long frenzy of runway shows and papparazzi is not open to the general public, you still get in on the action and feel like one of the fashion elite with a trip to the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Now through April 13, the Costume Institute on the museum’s ground floor features a special exhibit made possible by none other than fashion icon Manolo Blahnik. Titled blog.mode:addressing fashion, the exhibit showcases some forty costumes and accessories from the 1700’s to the present and invites visitors to share their thoughts online or through a “blogbar” in the exhibit galleries. Check out the exhibit’s blog to read about the fabulous shoes, accessories, and more!
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January 21st, 2008 by jamie a
The New York Public Library Reading Room
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There’s been some buzz about the New York Public Library recently, ranging from press in The New York Times to our blogging friends over at The New York City Traveler.
It’s not just an incredible resource for New Yorkers, but it’s also a great spot to stop and marvel at. From special art exhibitions on John Milton to Kerouac’s draft of On the Road, there’s plenty to see. The architecture of the building itself, in a Beaux Arts style, includes white marble facing and gloriously large reading rooms.
So, the next time you’re in the city, look for the magnificent lion statues outside the library in Midtown and stop in for a visit. There’s even a special discount at the library shop, courtesy of your Explorer Pass.
Of course, New York City isn’t the only city with a great library system. To read about the Boston Public Library, check out our Boston travel blog.
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January 21st, 2008 by jamie a
Building off of the success of Christo’s “The Gates,” the newest art project for the city of New York will be four giant waterfalls cascading into the East River between Manhattan and Brooklyn.
The Scandinavian artist Olafur Eliasson has been commissioned to build the falls which are expected to contribute $50 million to the economy of the city. ‘‘ will be on display from mid-July to mid-October and will even be illuminated in the evenings.
We’re excited about this great new attraction in the city, building off the natural beauty of the water to create a stunning new artwork. It’s a beautiful juxtaposition against the skyscrapers and steel structures of the city, giving NYC a taste of the wonders of nature.
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