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For summer shopping (dare we say it’s finally warm out?) nothing beats NYC. Its plethora of well-curated boutiques, world-famous department stores, and legendary shopping districts are bursting with merch you “need” and treats to obsess over. Hudson Yards, 57th Street, Madison Avenue, Brookfield Place, Columbus Circle, SoHo, Empire Outlets on Staten Island and just about every other square inch of the city offers unimaginable delights. –Wendy Tittel HANDY-NOT-HOKEY : : While Beaux-Arts architecture and iconic lion statues Patience and Fortitude at the New York Public Library get all the looks, you might want to also gawk at the inspired offerings in their gift shop. With Father’s Day looming around the corner, snag one of these handy 9-in-1 tool pens for the dad in your life. It sports a Soft-Roll ballpoint at one end and a touch screen stylus at the other. Housed inside are Phillips and flathead screwdrivers, while on the barrel are a built-in level, ruler, and three different scale functions ($30). Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, Fifth Avenue and 42nd Street, shop.nypl.org
DRINK UP : : Are you a bit old fashioned? This glass tumbler in a striking orange shade from the Museum of Arts and Design may be just your speed. Sir Madame created this colorful bespoke collection on a trip to Italy’s beloved floating city with heavy design influence from the arches that adorn Venice’s iconic bridge ($58). 2 Columbus Circle, thestore.madmuseum.org
POP ART IN THE PARK : : Only an Italian could craft such a marvel and only MoMA is selling it. This season’s hottest outdoor accessory is the spaghetti chair, designed in Italy in the 1970s by Francesco Favagrossa and fashioned from forgiving PVC strands that offer maximum comfort and fabulous lounging! This “take me with you” chair will become your greatest outdoor asset, offering six positions and an ultra lightweight aluminum frame for easy transport. Available in six color schemes at the MoMA Design Store, including a B&W version for those less adventurous ($225). 44 W. 53rd St., across from the museum, store.moma.org
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SHALL I MANSPLAIN IT TO YOU? : : When a guy’s gotta shop, he’s gotta shop. And in NYC if you’re a sports nut, the voluminous Lids store smack in the middle of Times Square is your Bloomingdale’s. Discover official on-field baseball caps of every team and Yankees and Mets jackets in endless fabric choices and colors. From t-shirts and footwear to jerseys of evey NFL first-round draft pick, the megastore options here are mind boggling. Support our hood on your head with this New York Knicks New Era retro snapback hat, a true souvenir sympatico for all fans ($31.99). 239 W. 42nd St., lids.com
MAN ON THE MOVE : : Be cooler than the next guy traversing the avenues from Fifth to First in this 1940s repro men’s Field Jacket. Crafted from high-count 100% dense cotton poplin and sporting buttons under a wind flap, four front flap pockets, interior pockets, and drawcord at the waist. Simply the perfect jacket for transitioning into New York’s unpredictable summer weather and the exact shade to keep your outfit color-clash free ($120). Cockpit USA, 15 W. 39th St., 12th Floor, cockpitusa.com
NO KIDS ALLOWED : : As an avid fan of ice cream that has failed adulting, Tipsy Scoops Barlour has collaborated with JAJA tequila to concoct some boozy treats to celebrate the launch of the summer seaon. Their limited-edition four pack of tequila-infused ice cream and sorbet flavors are as refreshing as they look: from Watermelon Basil Sorbet infused with JAJA Blanco to creamy, indulgent Churro Dulce de Leche ice cream infused with JAJA Anejo. Something for every tequila lover. Note: this product contains 5% alcohol by volume. Olé! ($56 for the 4-pack). Manhattan location: 217 E. 26th St., tipsyscoop.com
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One of the city’s great pleasures is exploring its stores— and by extension, its neighborhoods. Here are our picks for must-see, must-shop spots all around NYC. By Evan Levy Starting in Lower Manhattan, you won’t want to miss the soaring, cathedral-like space that defines the Oculus. The world-class collection of shops here is definitely about time— or it will be, when you peruse the selection of timepieces at Breitling, Tissot, and Longines. You’ll also find leather goods by Smythson, the perfect writing implement from Mont Blanc, and a way to indulge your whimsical side with a visit to Toytoise, which offers beautifully designed racecars, rock16 Everything To Do NYC
ets, and other toys on the go. A little ways north is the perennially chic SoHo, which retains its cult status with a focus on the cutting edge (Y3 Concept Store, with clothing by Japanese designer Yohji Yamamoto; the trendy A.P.C, with an emphasis on stylish basics like denim, outerwear, and sweatshirts; and Supreme, known for its collaborations with musicians and designers, including Louis Vuitton). Try Broken English for a mix of
new and estate jewelry and peruse Alexander Wang’s New York flagship for minimalist fashion mastery. Upmarket shoppers flock to the Meatpacking District, where women’s fashion can be found at Alice + Olivia, perfume at Bond No 9, and men’s and women’s boutique picks at Marni Meatpacking Market. Just uptown from there is one of the city’s newest shopping—and must see—destinations: Hudson Yards. Beyond
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New York Transit Museum plus local favorites like Jacques the Edge features gifts and col- can’t be missed (they’re clasTorres Chocolate and ingredilectibles, many of which were sics, after all). Head to the forent specialists Spices and created just for Hudson Yards; mer, arguably New York’s most Tease. while Carmen Sol is on a misfamous street, for a who’s If outlet shopping is your sion to make its eco-conscious who of designer fashion. From preference, NYC finally has a “jelly” material a staple with Bulgari to Cartier, Tiffany to destination of its own. Empire its shoes, bags, and jewelry. Gucci, the storied street never Outlets is right on the other Feeling sporty? Then you’ll goes out of fashion—much like side of a Staten Island Ferry want to find your way to the its stores. Basketball fans can ride and full of favorite brands NHL Shop in nearby Manhattan shop at the newly reopened including H&M, Banana West, where fans can access flagship NBA Store on Fifth Republic Factory, and Normerchandise from all 32 NHL Avenue as well. (Soccer fans dstrom Rack. On the New teams. shouldn’t feel left out—it’s not Jersey side, The Mills at Jersey Just off Central Park you’ll too far to the Pelé Soccer store Gardens is the Garden State’s find The Shops at Columbus on Broadway.) On Madison largest outlet and value retail Circle, where MAC, Moleskine, Avenue, some of the names center with over 200 stores all Montmartre, and Michael Kors include Fendi, Giorgio Armani, under one roof. beckon, while newer outposts and Berluti. No matter what you’re like Lululemon and the CAMP Grand Central Terminal is not searching for, you can track it stores offer ways to work out, just one of the city’s most down in NYC. Check out these and work in some time for cre- inspiring public spaces, it’s also finds, then discover your own. ativity. an excellent place to shop, You never know what’s in Fifth and Madison Avenues with great souvenirs from the store.
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For over 45 years, Cockpit USA has been reproducing genuine, contemporary versions of iconic American-made aviator clothing, both in civilian and military design. You’ve seen their jackets across pop culture from Steve McQueen to Tom Hardy to U.S. Presidents. Visit their midtown showroom and find quality and craftsmanship unlike any other. Appointments are required to ensure they have your jacket size when you arrive. 15 W. 39th St., 12th Floor (btw. Fifth & Sixth Aves.), 212-575-1616, cockpitusa.com
NBA STORE The National Basketball Association has reopened its iconic flagship NBA Store. Get in the playoff spirit with official NBA (and WNBA) merchandise and memorabilia, including exclusive NBA products, apparel, jerseys, headwear, sporting goods, toys, and collectibles from major brands. There’s also customization service for fans to personalize jerseys and hats for all 30 NBA teams, in addition to new in-store activations. 545 Fifth Ave. (45th St.), 646-440-0637, store.nba.com
NHL SHOP Gear up for the Stanley Cup playoffs! The new NHL Shop flagship store holds down a sprawling spot in Manhattan West, which is also the site of the National Hockey League’s new corporate headquarters. Find merchandise for all 32 NHL clubs, including women’s, men’s, and youth styles. On-site jersey, 18 Everything To Do NYC
t-shirt, and headwear customization is available, along with a curated selection of novelties, outerwear, and more. This is an immersive experience, so look for events (there’s an augmented-reality photo booth for player appearances) and unique artifacts from the Hockey Hall of Fame. 385 Ninth Ave. (33rd St.), 646-876-4835, nhl.com
GRAND BAZAAR NYC Every Sunday on the Upper West Side you can check out Grand Bazaar NYC, the city’s largest curated market—and most distinctive! Come hungry: there are great artisanal food options as well. Open 10am-5pm. Columbus Ave. & 77th St., 212-239-3025, grandbazaarnyc.org
H&S ART GALLERY & CUSTOM FRAMING Open seven days a week in Times Square, H&S Art Gallery features original 3-D artworks by Charles Fazzino, Rizzi, and Suchy; serigraphs by Keeley, Tarkay, Pejman, Yamagata, Freyman, Kubik, Delacroix, and many others. They also offer signed sports memorabilia, posters, and same-day professional custom framing. They ship worldwide. 112 W. 44th St. (btw. Sixth & Seventh Aves.), 212-7683160, hsart.com
CARNEGIE HILL PHARMACY This immaculate pharmacy is consistently rated among NYC’s best. Carnegie Hill Phar-
macy specializes in hard-to-find products and the best European brands. Look for a unique selection of sundries and cosmetics, European and domestic beauty products, custom medication compounding, surgical supplies, braces, and children’s strollers. The staff is expert and enthusiastic and there’s quick delivery. Featuring brands like Dr. Hauschka, Phyto, Tocca, Mason Pearson, and Caudalie. Open MondaysSaturdays. 212-534-1300
LINHART DENTISTRY Dr. Jan Linhart, D.D.S., P.C. has been practicing the art and science of dentistry for over 40 years. Patients come from around the world, many accompanied by an entourage of family or friends, inspiring Dr. Linhart to create the Continental Suite, a 750-square ft. treatment suite outfitted with state-of-the-art equipment and a luxurious seating area. Linhart Dentistry provides a wide range of dental services, including cutting-edge whitening techniques, as well as 24-hour emergency care. 230 Park Ave, Suite 1164 (46th St.), 212-682-5180, drlinhart.com
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dance, video, cabaret, and film. Vendors and food sellers, including booths from nearby restaurants, can be found on Saturday. In and around 155 First Ave. (btw. 9th & 10th Sts.), 212-254-1109, theaterforthenewcity.net
Every Sunday on the Upper West Side you can check out Grand Bazaar NYC, the city’s Friday through Sunday on largest curated market—and Memorial Day Weekend, most distinctive. This Sunday The 27th Annual Lower East you’ll also find the NYC Side Festival of the Arts will Home Decor & Accessories be bringing a bonanza of Bazaar. Look for locals selling programming to downtown. one-of-a-kind pillows and The Theater for the New City rugs, mirrors and frames, hosts a mix of indoor and art, and sculpted candles. outdoor performances under Come hungry! There are great the theme “Artists Embrace artisanal food options as well. Liberty And Justice For All.” 10am-5pm. Columbus Ave. The event is free and brings 200 hundred-some artists and & 77th St., 212-239-3025, grandbazaarnyc.org groups for theatre, music,
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From ice to wheels: Flipper’s Roller Boogie Palace is now offering roller skating at The Rink at Rockefeller Center. It’s the first time warm weather skating has been here since 1940. A legendary ‘70s-‘80s rink run by Ian “Flipper” Ross in West Hollywood has been revived in Midtown Manhattan by his daughter Liberty Ross. The space is welcoming and inclusive, providing the chance to show off your moves in a vibrant section of the city that can feel like the center of the universe. The new rink is joined by a major area renovation, with tables, chairs, and green spaces now available in the plaza. Some of the city’s best bites are among the grab-and-go options, including JJ Johnson’s Harlem-based grain bowl destination Fieldtrip, the halel truck-inspired Samesa, David Chang’s fried chicken joint Fuku, and Brooklyn-born Ace’s Pizza. Rock Center also boasts fine dining, worldclass shopping, famous art and architecture, and the
Top of the Rock Observation Deck. Three floors of indoor and outdoor decks provide sweeping, open-air views of the city and beyond. Rockefeller Center, btw. 48th & 51st Sts. and Fifth & Sixth Aves., 212-588-8601, rockefellercenter.com
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More than 10,000 dancers, DJs, and musicians come together for the 16th Annual Dance Parade & Festival. The world’s largest display of cultural diversity—more than 100 styles of dance are represented—takes place on Saturday, May 21st. The afternoon includes a dance procession, grandstand performances at Fourth Avenue and 8th Street, and a Dancefest with aerial performances and free lessons in Tompkins Square Park. danceparade.org
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Get a behind-the-scenes look at the unrestored Ellis Island Immigrant Hospital Complex. This gateway to America for millions of people is accessible again via Statue City Cruises—the only way to access Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty. Opt for the Hard Hat Tour Ticket and see the other side of history on a 90-minute guided tour of the hidden part of Ellis Island. In addition to a rare look at abandoned places, the ticket includes round-trip ferry service and audio Tours of Liberty and Ellis Islands. The art exhibition “Unframed—Ellis Island,” by renowned French artist JR, is on display throughout the hospital complex. The Hard Hat Tour Ticket allows you priority entry into the Screening Facility Queue to
save time at the departure point. On Liberty Island you can explore more history at the new Statue of Liberty Museum. Breathtaking views join a $100 million destination that includes memorabilia, an immersive
film, and up close looks at the statue’s original torch, a 3,600-pound copper flame. Ferry departs from Battery Park in Lower Manhattan, 877-LADY TIX (877-523-9849), cityexperiences.com
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The legendary Apollo Theater is back open in Harlem, inside an ornate structure that dates to 1914. Live programming has returned, as has the famed Amateur Night at the Apollo, bringing aspiring performers to a big stage in front of a lively crowd. A resident “Executioner” stands by to sweep off talent that doesn’t measure up—after all, at the Apollo it’s “be good or be gone.” The next performance comes up on Wednesday, May 25th and it’s a Quarter Final, bringing together winners of recent Amateur Night shows competing to move on to the Semi Finals. 253 W. 125th St. (btw. Adam Clayton Powell Jr. & Frederick Douglass Blvds.), 212-531-5300, apollotheater.org
Hungarian artist László Moholy-Nagy (1895-1946) was best known as a painter and a Bauhaus leader. He was also a photography pioneer, as seen in the Fotografiska exhibition Light Play. A tightly edited show gathers work rangling from early experiments with photomontage to photograms (images made without a camera), personal travel shots, films, and late-career color photos. The curators worked closely with the artist’s estate to design staging that aligns with Moholy-Nagy’s experimental approach to lighting and form. There’s plenty more to check out inside this New York newcomer that offers a mix of world-class photography, eclectic programming, elevated dining, and surprising new points of view. 281 Park Ave. S. (btw. 21st & 22nd Sts.), 212-433-3686, fotografiska.com/nyc
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NYC NIGHTS From stealth jazz spots to megaclubs, NYC nightlife has it all. What’s hot now? Bespoke cocktails are having a moment. Bartenders are getting creative, opening up new fronts in mixology. Downtown, cocktail lounge Nina’s x Liquid Lab brings back “the old, new New York.” Among the sophisticated drinks here look for a new Bombay Happy Hour, available through July, with refreshments like the Basquiat Bramble, bringing together gin, muddled blackberries, rosemary, and lemon. Landmark West Village bar Dante has been around since 1915, but its recent revamp has put it at the top of World’s Best Bar lists. Among their signature cocktails you’ll find the Dante’s Manhattan, a diabolical blend of bourbon, rye, vermouths, walnut liqueur, and chocolate bitters. For an old-school uptown cocktail experience, head to Bemelmans Bar, with its masterpiece murals by Ludwig 24 Everything To Do NYC
Bemelmans, the creator of the classic Madeline children’s books. (Live piano completes a very atmospheric scene.) For newer thrills in the neighborhood, tucked behind a discreetly marked door you’ll find the low-lit cocktail bar NR, which transports guests to an 18th-century Japanese port town. Brooklyn is joining in on the cocktail renaissance. Williamsburg is the borough’s nightlife capital and we’d steer you to Hotel Delmano for a seasonal cocktail menu in an elegant, classic-New York space. Live music remains a major draw for city nightlife, with Manhattan clubs providing intimate experiences with the world’s greatest musicians. For more than 25 years, musical landmark The Iridium has been hosting rock, jazz, blues, and beyond. On Monday, May 23rd look for An Intimate Evening With Ed Palermo, featuring a big band putting unique jazz accents on the music of Frank
Zappa, Herbie Hancock, and more. On Saturday, May 28th, catch blues prodigy and singersongwriter Quinn Sullivan. The East Village has its own destination for eclectic, compelling music. This week at Drom don’t miss the Grammy-winning Spanish Harlem Orchestra, which sets the gold standard for authentic New York-style salsa. Their “Imágenes Latinas” album release concert takes place Friday, May 20th. Saturday and Sunday bring the 5th Mediterranean Jazz Festival, while Thursday, May 26th will give you the choice of flamencojazz from New Bojaira as an early show and a later highoctane performance by the New York Gypsy All-Stars. City Winery New York City at Hudson River Park combines great bites, wine to match, and views to remember. Two stages host a stellar array of music and comedy, including Texas troubadour Lyle Lovett finishing up a residency with
The city that never sleeps is making up for lost time. his Large Band on Thursday and Friday, May 19th-20th. You’ll also find The 10th Annual New York Asian Burlesque Festival on Saturday and on Tuesday, May 24th, a Bob Dylan Birthday Celebration With the Complete Unknowns in addition to New York legend Sandra Bernhard, a pioneer of the one-woman show. Gotham Comedy Club brings in the hottest comics nightly with touring pros and ensemble nights like The Gotham All-Stars and ComedyJuice. Another comedy legend not to be missed is Carolines on Broadway. This week the Times Square institution brings in kindergarten teacher/ comedian Joe “Mr. D” Dombrowski, known for his viral spelling bee prank, May 19th21st, and actor, comedian, and digital personality Renny, who boasts an army of more than 3 million social followers. The Upper West Side has a neighborhoody feel. To find a fresh alternative to the
mundane here, Ashford & Simpson’s Sugar Bar is an intimate restaurant with a great Happy Hour special. Tuesdays through Saturdays 3-7pm at the bar you’ll find $5-$7 specials on beer, wine, and cocktails, plus deals on bites like chicken wings, sliders, and nachos. For a downtown neighborhood experience, The Ear Inn offers plenty of local color in a building that dates to 1770. On the nightclub front, the city’s philosophy remains “more is more.” Circus-style performances add to over-thetop experiences, like at Chelsea newcomer Wonderland, which brings live stage acts to an already vibrant mix. For some culture with your nightlife, look to photography museum Fotografiska. They stay open until 9pm nightly and offers music on every floor and drinks as you explore. Far from a stuffy institution, the attitude here is “Have fun, stay late, get deep, spill your drink.”
Top row left to right: The Basquiat Bramble at Nina’s x Liquid Lab; Margaritaville towers over the urban jungle; Chelsea newcomer Wonderland features exotic stage acts; The Ear Inn has been serving local color in the Village for over 200 years. Right: NR lights it up with a flaming Nightcap cocktail—only available after 9pm. Photo by Zenith Richards.
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NYC has well over 100 museums with something for everyone, from art to natural history to the story of the city itself. THE BIG FOUR
The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) is fresh off a lengthy expansion and renovation project. A must-see for even the most casual art fan, six levels here cover an immense range of contemporary and modern art. Works include prints and illustrated books, architecture, design and drawing, paintings and sculpture, and photography and video installations. World-famous art by Warhol, van Gogh, Monet, Kahlo, and Picasso can all be found, joined by intriguing temporary exhibitions.
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The Met Museum displays some of the greatest cultural treasures in the world, representing every category of art from just about every country from every time period spanning the Stone Age to the present. The museum houses some of the finest American art in the world, as well as an impressive collection of European, Greco-Roman, and Ancient Egyptian art. You can lose yourself for hours here; if you need to recharge, The Temple of Dendur somehow manages to be both epic and chill.
The Morgan Library & Museum (above) started out as the private library of financier Pierpont Morgan. Today, the Morgan serves as a museum, research library, musical venue, architectural landmark, and historic site. It’s home to an enormous collection of literary and historical works, with Rembrandt, Picasso, Dickens, Hemingway, and Gutenberg Bibles just a sampling of the collection. The National September 11 Memorial & Museum features two core exhibitions at the foundation of the former World Trade Center complex. A memorial exhibition—In Memoriam—pays tribute to the 2,983 men, women and children killed on 9/11 and in the 1993 WTC bombing. A historical exhibition tells the story of what happened on 9/11 at the three attack sites in the U.S. and around the world. It also explores what led up to the terror strikes, the immediate aftermath, and the ways 9/11 continues to shape our world. On the plaza outside you’ll encounter two
reflecting pools, featuring North America’s largest man-made waterfalls. The National Museum of the American Indian (NMAI), a branch of the Smithsonian dedicated to Native American cultures throughout the Americas, stands near the southern tip of Manhattan. On display now is Dakota Modern: The Art of Oscar Howe, which highlights the work of Oscar Howe (1915–1983), one of the 20th century’s most innovative Native American painters. The museum is housed in the landmark Beaux Arts U.S. Custom House, completed in 1907. Head to the historic boiler room of Chelsea Market to experience the immersive art space ARTECHOUSE. You’ve never seen art like this before, as room-sized digital projections merge with sound design to create a cinematic experience. Now on view is Life of a Neuron, which draws on decades of neuroscience research to create a cellular-level journey through the human brain.
Holding down a large patch of land just off Central Park West, the American Museum of Natural History was founded in 1869 and still carries on its mission of discovering and interpreting the natural world. Families love exploring the acres of exhibits here, in addition to the futuristic sphere of The Hayden Planetarium. One of the most popular destinations in the museum is the fourth floor, where you’ll find 100 dinosaur specimens, a small sample of the largest collection of dinosaur fossils in the world.
The Guggenheim Museum is Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpiece of modern architecture. Completed in 1959 (after 16 years of construction), the museum is home to one of the world’s finest collections of modern and contemporary art, including works by artists such as Kandinsky, Picasso, and Pollock, plus intriguing special exhibitions. The building itself belongs in a museum—one of the world’s most famous structures, spiraling upward in sinuous curves.
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Above: The impressive lobby at the National Museum of the American Indian. Right: Photo of prominent NYC physician Dr. Clarence Faunstock from the New-York Historical Society. The AKC Museum of the Dog was founded by the American Kennel Club in 1982. After a few decades away, it’s now back in New York City and better than ever, with new exhibits, interactive displays, and a deep catalogue of dog-related art. New show Dogs of War & Peace features 10 life-sized, carved-wood allegorical memorials by sculptor James Mellick on display from his “Wounded Warrior Dogs” and “Over the Rainbow Bridge” collections. On the Upper West Side, the New-York Historical Society offers four centuries of history and art, plus the only Children’s History Museum in the area. Don’t miss the transformed fourth floor, with its detailed re-creation of the White House Oval Office and the Gallery of Tiffany Lamps shows 100 illuminated examples within a dramatically lit, jewel-like space. Across town, the Museum of the City of New York explores the city’s past, celebrates its present, and imagines its future. The engaging exhibitions here offer insight into the city’s distinctive character, especially its 28 Everything To Do NYC
heritage of diversity, opportunity, and perpetual transformation. Brooklyn has become a tourist destination to rival Manhattan, complete with its own world-class institution: the Brooklyn Museum. Just 20 minutes from Manhattan you’ll find a priceless collection that will surprise you with its range, from ancient Egypt to European masterpieces to a feast of decorative art. Fotografiska New York is a museum experience for the modern world. It’s a destination to discover world-class photography, eclectic programming, and surprising new perspectives. It’s open late every day, with a vibrant atmosphere unlike any other in the city. There’s music on every floor and drinks for guests to enjoy throughout the museum. The philosophy here is “Have fun. Stay late. Get deep. Spill your drink.“
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Immerse Yourself in the World’s Greatest Views New York is a vertical city and there’s never been a better time to experience it. The past few months have brought on two new observatory options, joining three legends already here, not to mention the skylineshowcasing rides on our buses and boats. For immersion in the art deco glory of Manhattan, Rockefeller Center’s Top of the Rock is your destination. There are both outdoor and indoor viewing areas here—the latter nice and cozy for colder days. Outside, transparent safety-glass panels allow wholly unobstructed 30 Everything To Do NYC
views of the city’s landmarks, including all of Central Park (its size can only truly be appreciated when seen from above). The 70th Floor is the proverbaial cherry on top, allowing visitors 360° panoramas of Manhattan in all its glory. It provides a vantage point unlike any other in the city...or the world. See the Empire State Building for yourself and you’ll know immediately why the skyscraper has been named one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. Recent additions have made visits here better than ever. The new Observatory Entrance
begins the adventure, leading up to the Observatory Experience. This new exhibition space is loaded with Instagram-ready displays that show visitors the building through the years and how the structure is used today. Those looking for the ultimate Empire State Building visit can opt for 102nd floor tickets, which lead to a fully enclosed space with views in all directions—on a clear day, you can see five states! For a downtown take on altitude, look to One World Observatory. It’s the tallest building in the hemisphere, and with over 40,000 metric
tons of steel and a unique concrete core, it’s the strongest building in the world. After a minute’s ride and a short video, you’ll hit the Discovery Level (the main observatory), with 360° sights of the city and beyond. It’s all here, from the rivers to the harbor, from the Empire State Building to the Statue of Liberty, and on out to New Jersey’s ports and skylines. The Western Hemisphere’s highest outdoor observation deck, Edge, stands atop the city’s newest neighborhood, Hudson Yards. Step out onto the triangular deck and you’ll be 100 floors above the
“One World Observatory is the tallest building in the hemisphere, and with over 40,000 metric tons of steel and a unique concrete core, it’s the strongest building in the world.” ground with miles of visibility in every direction. Edge will also thrill you with its glass floor, providing views of the High Line far below your feet. A champagne bar lets you toast the city, in addition to the dining at restaurant and lounge Peak. Across town near Grand Central, SUMMIT One Vanderbilt takes the concept
of an “observation deck” to new heights through 3 levels of multi-sensory interactions. When you want to pose “in a moment in time” with the world’s most iconic musicians, leaders, sports legends, and A-list stars, Madame Tussauds in Times Square is your destination. In addition to being “the world’s Continued on p. 33
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greatest wax museum,” you can immerse yourself in adventures like the MARVEL Super Heroes 4D Film & Experience and the multi-sensory Coney Island Carnival Carnage 7D Game. The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island are two of the most famous destinations in NYC. If you want to see
them first-hand, Statue City Cruises is the only way to get there. Boats depart from Battery Park City in Lower Manhattan and Liberty State Park in New Jersey, providing memorable tours through New York Harbor. In addition to the historic stops, you’ll get amazing perspectives on water, shipping, and skylines. If you’d like to take in
the sights of the city from an even higher vantage point, check out Helicopter Flight Services. Take one of their three tours—The New Yorker Tour (12-15 mins.), The Ultimate Tour (17-20 mins.), or The Deluxe Tour (25-30 mins.)—and take in the beauty of the city as few ever experience it.
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439 W. 15th St. (9th-10th Aves.), artechouse.com In the historic boiler room of Chelsea Market you’ll find the new immersive art space ARTECHOUSE. Experience cutting-edge digital art that washes guests in waves of color, light, and sound. You’ve never seen art quite like this before, as room-sized digital projections merge with sound design to create an almost cinematic experience. (As you can imagine, the Insta potential is endless.)
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Chelsea Piers, Pier 61 (W. 23rd St. & 12th Ave.), 866-817-3463: citycruises.com/newyork City Cruises offers brunch, lunch, and dining cruises throughout the year, along with seasonal narrated sightseeing tours and cocktail cruises. Buffet meals are offered as are elegant plated experiences on the glass-enclosed deck of the European-inspired Bateaux. The NYC Downtown Sightseeing Cruise is back on the water as is the Alive After Five cocktail cruise. City Cruises sails year-round from both NY and NJ from four convenient locations.
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Level 4 inside The Shops & Restaurants at Hudson Yards, 332-204-8500; edgenyc.com The Western Hemisphere’s highest outdoor observation deck, Edge, towers the city’s newest neighborhood, Hudson Yards. Edge is an incredible triangular deck where you stand 100 floors above the ground and see miles and miles in every direction. Edge will also thrill you with its glass floor, providing views of the High Line far below your feet. The experience begins with an all-new immersive experience, followed by an exciting 60-second elevator ride. 34 Everything To Do NYC
EMPIRE STATE BUILDING OBSERVATORY MW 20 W. 34th St. (5th-6th Aves.), 212-736-3100; esbnyc.com
One of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World and arguably the most famous skyscraper in the world. Visitors can take a ride up to the 86th floor for unforgettable views of Manhattan and beyond. Whether you’re looking for a daytime photo that captures the city in all its glory or a nighttime shot filled with glittering buildings, the Empire State Building won’t let you down.
THE ESCAPE GAME NEW YORK CITY ME 295 Madison Ave. (40th-41st Sts.), 917-970-1360, TheEscapeGame.com/NewYorkCity
Be the hero of your very own adventure at The Escape Game! Here’s how it works: you and your team will work together to find clues, solve puzzles, and ultimately complete a mission. Find yourself breaking out of prison, finding hidden gold, saving the day, and more! If you’re looking for something fun and unique, make sure to go to The Escape Game located in Midtown Manhattan.
HELICOPTER FLIGHT SERVICES TOURS FD Downtown Heliport (Pier 6 & the East River), 212-355-0801; heliny.com
See NYC from high above its bustling streets. Choose from three tours—The New Yorker Tour (12-15 mins.), The Ultimate Tour (17-20 mins.), or The Deluxe Tour (25-30 mins.)—and take in sights like the Statue of Liberty, New York Harbor, the Chrysler Building, Central Park, the GW Bridge, Yankee Stadium, and the Financial Center as few ever experience them.
INTREPID SEA, AIR & SPACE MUSEUM MW Pier 86, W. 46th St. & 12th Ave., 212-245-0072 intrepidmuseum.org
Founded in 1982, this NYC institution takes you on an interactive journey through history to learn about American innovation and bravery. Includes the Space Shuttle Pavilion, home to Enterprise, the world’s first space shuttle, plus 28 authentically restored aircraft, including the British Airways Concorde, the fastest commercial aircraft to ever cross the Atlantic.
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Time to celebrate #BIGTIME. Get your selfie sticks ready: Madame Tussauds in Times Square is the only place with no ropes or barriers holding you back from your favorite stars. Pose “in a moment in time” with the world’s most iconic musicians, leaders, sports legends, and A-list stars. Immerse yourself in the MARVEL Super Heroes 4D Film & Experience; enjoy an Audience with the Royal Family; and thrill to the multi-sensory Coney Island Carnival Carnage 7D Game. Make more Famous Moments @nycwax.
There’s only one tallest. Only one strongest. And only one destination selected as the Best New Attraction in the World. These superlatives belong to One World Trade Center, and its pinnacle, the One World Observatory, rising over 100 stories in the sky. Catch 360° sights of the city and beyond, from the rivers to the harbor, from the Statue of Liberty to the Empire State.
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99 Schermerhorn St. (Boerum Pl.-Court St.), 718-6941600 nytransitmuseum.org Gallery Annex & Store, Grand Central Terminal, Shuttle Passage, Main Concourse, 212-878-1016, mta. info Housed in a historic 1936 IND subway station in Brooklyn Heights, and easily accessible by subway, the New York Transit Museum is the largest museum in the US devoted to urban public transportation history, and one of the premier institutions of its kind in the world. The Museum explores the development of the greater New York metropolitan region through the presentation of exhibitions, tours, educational programs, and workshops dealing with the cultural, social and technological history of public transportation. Go to nytransitmuseum.org for details of current exhibits and programs, or to shop the Museum’s online store.
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877-LADY TIX (877-523-9849); cityexperiences.com Offering ferries to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island—the only way to get there. Daily rides depart approximately every 30 mintues from Battery Park at the foot of Manhattan.
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Broadway Your Way: A Visitor’s Guide With the arrival of t-shirt and shorts weather, New York is awesome personified, and this is especially evident on Broadway where—in the span of just 11 blocks—the number of shows playing at one time outshines any other theatrical stretch on the planet. As a bonus, Tony nominations, awards, and celebs are currently front and center, so show time is officially prime time for Big Apple Broadway! THE CLASS OF 2022 The new show count for the season leading up to this year’s Tony Awards has been impressive and, in the category of musicals, eclectic. A concert format (along with some awesome contemporary costumery) brings the wives of Henry VIII to vivid, anachronistic life in SIX—a mega-hot ticket and deservedly so. Nostalgia your 36 Everything To Do NYC
Brittney Johnson and Sam Gravitte make magic in Wicked. Photo by Joan Marcus
thing? Opt for the highly anticipated first revival of Funny Girl and/or Hugh Jackman’s return to Broadway in The Music Man. Want to step back in time to the 1800s? Paradise Square offers a look at life against an unconventional historical backdrop. Then there’s Mr. Saturday Night, the musical comedy version of the 1992 Billy Crystal film, starring Mr. Crystal himself. MJ, Broadway’s latest jukebox musical/bio zeroes in on a portion of Michael Jackson’s life while gender-tweaked Company continues to dazzle with Tony winners Patti LuPone and Katrina Lenk. Finally, the year’s most lacerating, rule-defying, essential new musical, A Strange Loop, hit Broadway in a flurry of critical accolades—and the 2019 Pulitzer Prize already gracing playwright Michael R. Jackson’s award shelf. CLASSIC BROADWAY Certain shows defy time and trendiness, the most conspicuous being The Phantom of the Opera, a musical whose Majestic Theatre reign began in 1988, followed by the 1997 revival of Chicago. And while Tina: The Tina Turner Musical may have a shorter timeline than the other two, it represents the best of today’s musical bio genre with divalicious fervor. Honoring the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll on Broadway? Pure genius! Continued on p. 40 cityguideny.com/theater 37
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PERFECT SCORES Whether it’s Tony trophies, rave reviews, cult status, or all of the above, some Broadway musicals continue to sell-out long after opening night. The Book of Mormon, e.g., has been showering audiences with blasphemous hilarity for 11 years, while June 10th marks Wicked’s 19th birthday, a celebration of multi-generational proportions. Hamilton, of course, is legend for being a colossal draw, while theatregoers are so moved by Come From Away they return again and again. Stylized and haunting, both Hadestown and Moulin Rouge! continue to beguile their audiences, just as Dear Evan Hansen, with its contemporary score and compassionate storyline, ranks as a top tier Broadway must-see. FUNNY BUSINESS No matter how you like your laughs— understated, sophisticated, or slapstick— New York stages have you covered. Where Tracy Letts’ dramady The Minutes serves up small town U.S.A. satire, black humor acolytes toss back pints in Hangmen’s 40 Everything To Do NYC
Irish pub. If, however, you crave non-stop farce, I recommend two shows: POTUS—an impeccably profane, off-theWhite House-wall political femme fest in which the grenade pin has been pulled, allowing seven major-league comics to overstep their own boundaries; and The Play That Goes Wrong, a former Broadway hit that’s now an Off-Broadway hilarity tour de force, capturing the hapless antics of an amateur theatrical troupe attempting a murder mystery while navigating serial cast, set, prop, and costume catastrophes. FAMILY FABULOUS If introducing a young family member to New York theatre is on your must-do list, there are a few shows you you’ll want to consider…and I promise, as an adult, you’ll be equally smitten! For starters, on
“Nostalgia your thing? Opt for the highly anticipated first revival of Funny Girl and/or Hugh Jackman’s return to Broadway in The Music Man.”
Broadway, Disney’s Aladdin and The Lion King are brilliant, kid-friendly versions (with a little grownup humor tucked in here and there) of the animated classics we grew up on. And for fans of J.K. Rawlings’ ever-expanding wizarding world, I’m pleased to report the next generation of Hogwarts students are not so “mischief managed” in the magically eye-popping Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Off-Broadway, I say why not indulge the kids—and your inner child—in off-the-wall high jinks served up by the three colorful deadpan dudes known as Blue Man Group.
(American Buffalo starring Laurence Fishburne, Sam Rockwell, and Darren Criss), to power (Macbeth, showcasing Daniel Craig and Ruth Negga), to male sexuality (Take Me Out, with Jesse Williams and Jesse Tyler Ferguson)—have audiences enthralled. And should you be looking for a once-ina-lifetime theatrical opportunity, I urge you to check out Paula Vogel’s Pulitzer-winning How I Learned to Drive with Mary Louise Parker EMOTIONAL IMPACT and David Morse. Gently unraveling the Dramatic revivals are a really big deal same complex and disturbing relationship this season thanks to VIP casts and the they portrayed Off-Broadway in 1997, the ways even vintage scripts take on new two actors embrace Vogel’s memory play significance when viewed through a 2022 with piercing subtlety. Mesmerizing on all lens. A wide swath of themes—from greed T:4.375" counts: humanity, aversion, and humor.
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broadway ALADDIN
New Amsterdam Theatre, 214 W. 42nd St., 866-870-2717; aladdinthemusical.com (2 hrs., 30 mins.) The beloved story is brought to thrilling theatrical life in this bold new musical. With just one rub of a magic lamp, Aladdin’s journey sweeps you into an exotic world full of adventure, comedy and romance. It’s an unforgettable Disney theatrical experience that includes all the cherished songs from the Oscar-winning score plus more written especially for Broadway.
AMERICAN BUFFALO
Circle In The Square Theatre, 1633 Broadway, 235 W. 50th St.., 212-239-6200; americanbuffalonyc.com (2 hrs.) David Mamet’s explosive classic revolves around the business of greed, crime, and three smalltime hustlers. All-star cast includes Laurence Fishburne, Sam Rockwell, and Darren Criss.
BEETLEJUICE
American Airlines Theatre, 227 W. 42nd St., 212-239-6200; roundabouttheatre.org (90 mins., no intermission) In playwright Noah Haidle’s Broadway debut, Debra Messing (Will & Grace) stars as a woman who examines her life birthday by birthday.
THE BOOK OF MORMON
Eugene O’Neill Theatre, 230 W. 49th St., 877-250-2929; bookofmormonbroadway.com 2011 Tony, Best Musical (2 hrs., 30 mins.) One of Broadway’s most successful, Tony-winning (nine in 2011!) musicals comes from the hilariously irreverent minds of Trey Parker and Matt Stone—the duo behind South Park. The show follows a couple of wide-eyed Mormon missionaries whose first official assignment takes them from ringing doorbells stateside to a remote village in Uganda. Divinely profane in all the right places!
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Ambassador Theatre, 219 W. 49th St., 212-239-6200; chicagothemusical.com 1997 Tony, Best Musical Revival (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Iconic Bob Fosse choreography, murder, headlines, Roxie Hart, Velma Kelly, and “all that jazz”!
(2 hrs., 30 mins.) An edgy take on life and afterlife: the diabolically scruffy title ghost insinuates himself with a girl who’s befriended the (deceased) former owners of her family’s new home.
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Sterling Jarvis as Mafala Hatimbi and Kim Exum as Nabulungi, far left, Cody Jamison Strand as Elder Cunningham, far right, and company in The Book of Mormon
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FUNNY GIRL COMEDY
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COME FROM AWAY
Schoenfeld Theatre, 236 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; comefromaway.com 100 mins., no intermission) On Sept. 11, 2001, 38 planes were ordered to land in the remote town of Gander, Newfoundland. What unfolded when the stranded strangers deplaned was amazing: the locals stepped up to host, leading to an extraordinary camaraderie unaffected by language barriers and clashes in culture. Based on these actual events comes one of Broadway’s most unique, uplifting, and unforgettable musicals.
COMPANY
Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre, 242 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; companymusical.com (2 hrs., 35 mins.) Stephen Sondheim’s groundbreaking musical has been given a gender/modern-day revamp with Tony winners Katrina Lenk and Patti LuPone.
DEAR EVAN HANSEN
Music Box Theatre, 239 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; dearevanhansen.com 2017 Tony, Best Musical (2 hrs., 30 mins.) This multiaward-winning contemporary musical follows a high school kid who always felt like an invisible outsider until a tragic event thrusts him into the center of controversy and he’s given the chance to be somebody else. Unique and deeply personal, the show illustrates how a little lie can change everything. No wonder it continues to strike a deeply personal chord with audiences from across the globe.
August Wilson Theatre, 245 W. 52nd St., 212-239-6200; funnygirlonbroadway.com (2 hrs., 50 mins.) This first Broadway revival of the celebrated Fanny Brice musical bio/romcom features songs “Don’t Rain On My Parade” and “People” and a new book by Harvey Fierstein.
GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY
Belasco Theatre, 111 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; northcountryonbroadway.com (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Written and directed by Conor McPherson, this ensemble musical reimagines 20 Bob Dylan songs, incorporating them into a story set in Duluth, MN, in 1934, when a group of wanderers’ lives intersect at a house full of music, life, and hope.
HADESTOWN
Walter Kerr Theatre, 219 W. 48th St., 800-745-3000; hadestown.com 2019 Tony, Best Musical (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Two mythic love stories—Orpheus & Eurydice and the King Hades & Persephone—are the basis of this unique musical blending American folk music with New Orleansinspired jazz.
HAMILTON
Richard Rodgers Theatre, 226 W. 46th St., 877-250-2929; hamiltonbroadway.com 2016 Tony, Best Musical (2 hrs., 55 mins.) Broadway’s mega-hit explores the bastard orphan/war hero/Treasury head/founding father through a tale of America alongside Washington, Jefferson, Eliza Hamilton, and Aaron Burr.
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THE LION KING COMEDY
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HANGMEN
Golden Theatre, 252 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; hangmenbroadway.com (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Martin McDonagh’s dark comedy asks: What’s a British executioner to do now hanging’s been abolished? When a reporter and mysterious stranger turn up at his pub, everything hangs in the balance.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Lyric Theatre, 214 W. 43rd St., 212-305-4100; harrypotteronstage.com/us.com
2018 Tony, Best Play (3 hrs., 30 mins.) Now a single night of exciting theatre (vs. the two that debuted in 2018), this Tony-winning play follows the friendship between Harry’s son Albus and Draco’s son, Scorpius—BFFs whose magical misadventures involve Timeturner shenanigans and a mysterious friend. Familiar characters plus a new generation of Hogwarts students make this a must-see for fans of the books and films!
HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE
Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, 261 W. 47th St., 212-239-6200; manhattantheatreciub.com (100 mins., no intermission) Stunningly timely and moving, Paula Vogel’s powerhouse of a Pulitzer Prizewinning play centers on a woman coming to terms with the charismatic uncle who impacts her past, present, and future life. It arrives on Broadway for the first time, starring Mary-Louise Parker and David Morse—the same actors who originated the roles when the play debuted Off-Broadway in 1997.
Minskoff Theatre, 200 W. 45th St., 866-870-2717; disneyonbroadway.com 1998 Tony, Best Musical 2 hrs., 30 mins.) A glorious stage adaptation of Disney’s animated hit, The Lion King is a treasure trove of stunning visual magic created by Tony-winner Julie Taymor. Set in the flourishing African Pride Land, the story follows the lion prince, Simba, and the characters in his life— young lioness Nala, BFFs Timon and Pumbaa, his villainous uncle Scar—and his journey from precocious cub to king of the jungle.
MACBETH
Longacre Theatre, 220 W. 48th St., 212-239-6200; macbethbroadway.com (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Tony-winning director Sam Gold helms this thrilling new production of Shakespearean legend starring Daniel Craig and Ruth Negga.
THE MINUTES
Studio 54, 254 W. 54th St., 212-239-6200; theminutesbroadway.com (90 mins., no intermission) Tracy Letts’ recent Steppenwolf Theatre Company hit looks at how small-town democracy is not always what it seems, with greed and hypocrisy forming its core—and change possible within “a matter of minutes.”
MJ THE MUSICAL
Neil Simon Theatre, 250 W. 52nd St., 212-239-6200; mjthemusical.com (2 hrs., 35 mins.) The new musical bio, featuring over 25 Michael Jackson hits, centers on his artistry and the making of his 1992 Dangerous World Tour.
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MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL
THE MUSIC MAN
Al Hirschfeld Theatre, 302 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; moulinrougemusical.com
Winter Garden Theatre, 1634 Broadway, 212-239-6200; MusicManOnBroadway.com
2020 Tony, Best Musical (2 hrs., 35 mins.) Bohemians and aristocrats rub elbows, reveling in the decadence: Baz Luhrmann’s innovative film has been transformed into a glorious musical mash-up!
(2 hrs., 25 mins.) Hugh Jackman stars in this revival of the beloved musical about con man Harold Hill, Marian the librarian, and the promise of a marching band ”right here in River City.”
MR. SATURDAY NIGHT
PARADISE SQUARE
(2 hrs.) Billy Crystal returns to Broadway in a new musical based on his 1992 film of the same name. It follows a once famous TV comedian seeking one more shot at the spotlight.
(2 hrs., 35 mins.) This fascinating new musical centers around the racially diverse 1863 regulars at Paradise Square and how their relationships come unraveled “by a country at war with itself.”
MRS. DOUBTFIRE
THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
(2 hrs., 35 mins.) After losing custody of his kids in a messy divorce, Daniel Hillard creates the kindly alter ego of Scottish nanny Euphegenia Doubtfire to stay in their lives.
1988 Tony, Best Musical (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Gaston Leroux’s thriller follows a beautiful young soprano and the mysterious masked figure that loves her.
Nederlander Theatre, 208 W. 41st St,, 212-239-6200; mrsaturdaynightonbroadway.com
Majestic Theatre, 247 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; thephantomoftheopera.com
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MARY-LOUISE PARKER AND DAVID MORSE DELIVER TRULY AMAZING PERFORMANCES THAT ENTHRALL THE AUDIENCE.”
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Stephen Sondheim Theatre, 124 W. 43rd St., 212-239-6200; mrsdoubtfirebroadway.com
Barrymore Theatre, 243 W. 47th St., 212-239-6200; paradisesquaremusical.com
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PLAZA SUITE
Hudson Theatre, 141 W. 44th St., 855-801-5876; plazasuitebroadway.com (2 hrs., 30 mins.) This limited engagement revival of the Neil Simon triptych comedy stars real-life spouses Matthew Broderick and Sarah Jessica Parker.
POTUS: OR, BEHIND EVERY GREAT DUMBASS ARE SEVEN WOMEN TRYING TO KEEP HIM ALIVE Shubert Theatre, 225 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; potusbway.com
(1 hr., 50 mins.) When the U.S. President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most are ready to risk life, liberty, and the pursuit of sanity to keep him out of trouble.
SIX
Brooks Atkinson Theatre, 256 W. 47th St., 877-250-2929; SIXonBroadway.com
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A STRANGE LOOP
Lyceum Theatre, 149 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; strangeloopmusical.com (100 mins., no intermission) Michael R. Jackson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning musical centers on Usher, a young gay playwright who wrestles with the thoughts in his head—brought to life by a hilarious ensemble.
TAKE ME OUT
Helen Hayes Theatre, 240 W 44th St., 212-541-4516; 2st.com (2 hrs., 30 mins.) This first revival of Richard Greenberg’s Tony-winning play centers on a star baseball player of color who exits the closet at the same time his team is struggling toward a championship season.
TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, 205 W. 46th St., 212-239-6200; TinaOnBroadway.com
(80 mins., no intermission) Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the mic to remix 500 years of historical heartbreak into an exuberant celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over. The New York Times says SIX “TOTALLY RULES!” (Critic’s Pick).
(2 hrs., 45 mins.) The electrifying musical celebrating Tina Turner lights up the stage like no other. Featuring her most loved songs, the show soars as it traces Tina’s trajectory from humble Tennessee beginnings to global Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll. She didn’t just break the rules, she rewrote them—defying the bounds of racism, sexism, and ageism to earn 12 Grammy Awards and become #1 in solo concert ticket sales. This is her story and it’s a must-see!
THE SKIN OF OUR TEETH
TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
(3 hrs., 5 mins.) This revival of Thornton Wilder’s Pulitzer-winning play tells the surreal story of the Antrobus family of Excelsior, NJ. Closing 5/29.
(2 hrs., 35 mins.) In 1930s Alabama, small-town lawyer Atticus Finch (Greg Kinnear) defends a young black man in the face of ignorance and racial injustice.
Lincoln Center Theaters’ Vivian Beaumont Theater, 150 W. 65th St., 212-239-6200; lct.org
Belasco Theatre, 111 W. 44th St. 212-239-6200; tokillamockingbirdbroadway.com
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BLUE MAN GROUP
(2 hrs., 45 mins.) One of Broadway’s biggest success stories, this fantasy musical, based on the best-selling novel by Gregory Maguire, follows the friendship between two young girls—one smart, misunderstood, and green-hued; the other beautiful, ambitious, and popular. Wicked takes the world of Oz’s fairy tale roots and replants them into an eyepopping production that turns the original story spectacularly upside down.
(1 hr., 35 mins.) Blue Man Group will rock your world, blow your mind, and unleash your spirit. Leave your expectations at the door and let three bald and blue men take you on a spectacular journey bursting with music, laughter, and surprises. 35 million people of all ages, languages and cultures know what Blue Man Group is really about. Now it’s your turn.
off-broadway
New World Stages/Stage 4, 340 W. 50th St., 212-239-6200; broadwaygoeswrong.com
Playing schedules vary, call or visit websites for the latest information.
¡AMERICANO!
New World Stages, Stage 3, 340 W. 50th St., 212-239-6200; americanothemusical.com (2 hrs. 30 mins.) Dynamic and uplifting, this new musical centers on the true story of Tony Valdovinos. Growing up, he had one goal: to enlist in the Marines on his 18th birthday—but when the day comes, he learns he’s an undocumented immigrant. With tenacity and help from family and community, he discovers a new mission, one that can make history. Limited run thru 6/19.
Astor Place Theatre, 434 Lafayette St., 800-258-3626; blueman.com
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG
(2 hrs.) A frenzied hybrid of Monty Python and Sherlock Holmes, this award-winning comedy is bringing down the house (literally!) Off-Broadway. On opening night of The Murder at Haversham Manor, amateur acting, erroneous props, an unconscious leading lady, and crazed stagehands barely scratch the farcical surface of this hysterical histrionic performance!
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Gershwin Theatre, 222 W. 51st St. 877-250-2929; wickedthemusical.com
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Finding Authentic New York MEALS WITH VIEWS ONE Dine, the restaurant atop One World Observatory, serves in the highest dining room in the hemisphere. The philosophy in the kitchen is driven by the local and the artisanal, with specialties like Prime NY Strip Steak, Atlantic salmon, brick-pressed freerange chicken, and lamb osso bucco. You can take in both the bustle of Columbus Circle and the serenity of Central Park at Robert. Located atop of the Museum of Arts and Design, this bright, chic spot often adds to the atmosphere with live music. There are prix fixe specials for lunch; come dinner look for entrees like duck, branzino, wild mushroom risotto, and lobster tagliatelle. For an off the beaten path rooftop destina-
tion, check out Gaonnuri on the 39th floor of a nondescript Midtown office building. Fantastic vistas of the Empire State Building pair well with the Korean barbecue on the menu. You can opt to cook pork belly or other meats at your table’s built-in grill, or have the kitchen prepare mains like the Hot Stone Bowl with rice. At ground level, Central Park offers a cinematic New York sight at Lakeside Restaurant at The Loeb Boathouse Central Park. “Relaxed formality” rules the day at lunch and brunch here. For the latter, you can expect French toast stuffed with blueberry mascarpone filling, eggs Benedict, and smoked fish platters sided by a bagel and garnishes. “Relaxed formality” rules the
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day at lunch and brunch here. For the latter, you can expect French toast stuffed with blueberry mascarpone filling, eggs Benedict, and smoked fish platters sided by a bagel and garnishes.
AN ELEGANT APPROACH TO SEAFOOD The Sea Fire Grill offers a sophisticated New York setting for the freshest in seafood. Raw bar favorites include daily East and West Coast oysters and chilled lobster; appetizers like jumbo lump crab cakes and yellowfin tuna tartare will impress. Look for seasonal fresh catches, prepared thoughtfully, like the Alaskan king crab legs and roasted Nova Scotia halibut. There are also steaks and chops to take advantage of the expertise of sibling spot Benjamin’s (don’t miss the surf ‘n’ turf combo).
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ITALIAN NYC boasts two Little Italys (one downtown and one in the Bronx), legendary Italian neighborhoods full of local charm in Brooklyn and Queens, and some of the world’s finest takes on Italian cuisine peppered all across Manhattan. From neighborhood pasta joints to special occasion splurges, NYC’s Italian restaurants are waiting with old school hospitality. For intimate experiences, look to smaller, authentic venues in the Theater District. At La Masseria you’ll find a first-rate Italian menu that blends traditional and modern. Inspirations come from the region of Puglia (the heel of Italy’s “boot”), crafting simple, authentic pastas, risottos, and meat and fish dishes. A little ways uptown, spinoff Masseria dei Vini also specializes in the cuisine of Puglia, with Neapolitan style pizza from a Ferrara wood-burning oven. Seafood and fresh homemade pastas are complemented by an
extensive wine by the glass and bottle list, mainly from Italy but without ignoring the rest of the world. Another Midtown West standout is newcomer Cucina 8½, inside a sweeping space in the architecturally stunning Solow Building. Chef John Villa serves elevated takes on rustic Italian, drawing inspiration from New York and Italian traditions, with many tableside presentations. The pastas and pizzas are all prepared in-house; join them for a weekday happy hour from 4-7pm in the bar/lounge with $7 drafts and wines plus mini martinis for just eight and a half dollars. Complementary hors d’oeuvres are served. New York restaurants come and go, but Patsy’s Italian Restaurant is forever. The famed eatery—which only has one location, right in the heart of midtown—has been around for nearly 80 years and is only getting better. Chef Sal Scognamillo, owner and operator, is the third generation of Scognamillos to sit at the
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helm. The family recipes have remained largely unchanged. Dishes like stuffed artichokes, eggplant parmigiana, and spaghetti and meatballs are as rich and flavorful as ever. Ingredients are sourced from long-standing family business connections, ensuring every bite remains true to tradition. To get a feel for the New York of over a century ago, head downtown to Little Italy. Narrow sidewalks front a seemingly endless collection of Italian restaurants. When you’re ready for a sweet ending to your Little Italy adventures, Caffé Palermo is your destination. Here since 1973, this must-stop downtown legend is hosted by Baby John, The Cannoli King. His cannolis keep to that perfect balance between sweet cream and satisfying crunch, making these the best in the city. You’ll also find the finest Italian pastries: cheesecake, tiramisu, Italian cookies, lobster tails, and unbeatable cappuccino and espresso.
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For a memorable meal, it’s hard to beat the classic experience of a New York steakhouse. The city offers a world-class array of prime spots for prime beef, served up with the sophistication that only Manhattan can offer. The staff at Benjamin Steakhouse is courteous, accommodating, and knowledgeable of a menu that includes everyone’s favorites—and not just meat. Seafood items include Chilean sea bass, Norwegian salmon, yellowfin tuna, and lobster. Sirloin, filet mignon, lamb, and veal chops are all dry-aged in their own aging box. Sumptuous desserts provide the perfect finish. (The 2019 Concierge Choice Awards winner for Best Restaurant Experience is Benjamin Steakhouse’s nearby spin-off Benjamin Prime. The grill gets the spotlight here, turning out USDA prime dry-aged steaks and succulent seafood in 54 Everything To Do NYC
unique ways.) The Palm Restaurant is a dining tradition that has been handed down for generations. Look for fan favorite lobster, Italian specialties, and, of course, stellar steaks. A fixture in the Theater District near the Gershwin Theater since 1999, The Palm Midtown is a natural dining destination before or after a show. A second location, The Palm Tribeca, is just steps away from the Financial District, the Hudson River, and Battery Park. Strip House Downtown serves creative cuisine in a burlesque-inspired atmosphere with service that befits a high-end steakhouse experience. Signature selections include sizzling cuts of prime beef, fresh seafood, and decadent desserts. Seating is also available in the attached Speakeasy for those who prefer a more intimate dinner and cocktail experience. Strip
House Midtown offers a roomy bi-level space near Bryant Park for lunch, dinner, and private dining. The interior is siren-red and accented with vintage black and white photography, but the star of the show is the namesake New York strip. Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse features floor-to-ceiling windows with breathtaking views of Sixth Avenue and nearby Rockefeller Center. Make it a night to remember with chef-driven cuisine, world-class wines, and unparalleled hospitality. Morton’s The Steakhouse is famous for USDA prime-aged beef, fresh seafood, fine wine, and elegant desserts. The experience blends classic and contemporary, with an innovative cocktail culture that fuels a bustling bar scene. There are two NYC locations, Midtown West and downtown near the 9/11 Memorial.
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SPLURGE Le Bernardin is one of the city’s most distinguished spots for fine dining, with Chef Éric Ripert still masterminding an outstanding French seafood scene (it’s just one of five NYC spots to
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hold three Michelin Stars). French celebrity chef Daniel Boulud still looks over his eponymous Restaurant DANIEL on the Upper East Side, with exquisite New French cuisine. Pioneering Modern
Nordic outpost Aquavit thrills in Midtown East, with ultrasophisticated tasting menus.
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MD Meatpacking District
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LI Little Italy
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23 E. 40th St. (Park-Madison Aves.), 212-338-0818, benjaminsteakhouse.com | STEAK/SEAFOOD Benjamin Prime combines modern elegance with traditional steakhouse classics, while also showcasing signature standouts from highly regarded sister property Benjamin Steakhouse. After perfecting both steakhouse and seafood concepts, the grill gets highlighted at Prime, serving up USDA prime dry aged steaks and succulent seafood in unique ways. The 10,000 sq. ft. space houses an expansive main dining room and now offers outdoor dining.
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52 E. 41st St. (Park-Madison Aves.), 212-297-9177, benjaminsteakhouse.com | STEAK/SEAFOOD Founded in 2006, Benjamin Restaurant Group is still family owned and operated and a top area culinary destination. Offering exceptional food and service in luxurious environments, owners Benjamin Prelvukaj and Benjamin Sinanaj make it their mission to treat each guest like a member of their family. Benjamin defines classic steakhouse with juicy cuts of dry-aged beef grilled to perfection. Enjoy their sizzling steaks in their cozy main dining room, or outdoor patio.
Beautiful dishes from Puglia Fish, chicken, veal, fresh homemade pastas Gourmet pizza Neapolitan style in wood-burning oven
Extensive wine by the glass and large selection of bottles, mainly from Italy
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The Sea Fire Grill offers seasonally focused contemporary American seafood and an elegant yet classic experience where consistency is key and service is impeccable. The décor is inviting with mahogany wine racks, cool blue accent features, and a roaring marble fireplace. Guests are passionate about the daily East and West coast oysters, Alaskan king crab legs, and roasted Nova Scotia halibut.
An elevated experience of rustic Italian cuisine in midtown’s architecturally stunning Solow Building. A winding staircase opens to a spacious dining room and a vast bar area. Chef John Villa takes inspiration from New York and Italian culinary traditions, with many tableside presentations. Housemade pastas and pizzas, creative crudo, smart wine list, Negroni variations among the cocktails. Regional grappas from Italy are artfully displayed in dining room.
158 E. 48 St. (Lexington-3rd Aves.), 212-935-3785 theseafiregrill.com | SEAFOOD/AMERICAN
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254 W. 72nd St. (Broadway-West End Ave.), 212-579-0222, sugarbarnyc.com | AMERICAN Famed singing duo Nick Ashford & Valerie Simpson opened this mecca of fine dining and nightly live entertainment in 1996. A magnet for celebrities like Bruce Willis, Stevie Wonder, Whoopi Goldberg, Eddie Murphy. Enjoy delicious Southern-accented American fare like pork chops, crispy chicken, seafood stew, fried catfish, cheeseburgers, etc., or chill at the lively bar scene. Intimate and elegant with the feel of an old country village. Tues.-Sat. from 3pm, Sun. from noon.
theater district/times square BACALL’S CRAFT KITCHEN TS $$
220 W. 44th St. (Boadway-8th Ave.), 212-944-2474, bacallsnyc.com | STEAKHOUSE Brings ‘40s NYC and Hollywood glamour to Times Square. Soaring brasserie inspired by movie star Lauren Bacall, who used to frequent the block. Nightly performances by aspiring Broadway newcomers plus Lower East Side legend Dani Luv, formerly of Sammy’s Romanian Steakhouse, leading singalongs on Fridays and Saturdays. NYC specialties like pastrami egg rolls, potato latkes, classic cuts of prime meats, fresh seafood, a kids’ menu, and NY cheesecake or 16-layer crepe cake for dessert.
9 W. 57th St. (5th-6th Aves.), 212-829-0812, cucina812.com | ITALIAN
ELLEN’S STARDUST DINER TD $$ 1650 Broadway (51st St.), 212-956-5151, ellensstardustdiner.com | AMERICAN
The show goes on at Ellen’s Stardust Diner! The popular Times Square spot has reopened its doors for delicious food, drinks, and live performances. Located in the heart of the Theater District, Ellen’s has been a staple in the Broadway community since 1987, known for their famous waitstaff singing popular musicals while visitors enjoy a meal. The iconic diner brings in visitors from all over the world, with its retro and nostalgic memorabilia.
HARD ROCK CAFE TS $$ 1501 Broadway (43rd-44th Sts.), 212-343-3355, hardrockcafe.com/location/new-york | AMERICAN Rock your senses with tantalizing food and drinks and an awe-inspiring rock memorabilia collection. Priceless pieces from Elvis to The Beatles joined by more contemporary items. Don’t miss weekend brunch 11am-3pm, with bottomless mimosas and faves like chicken ‘n’ waffles and build-your-own scrambles.
HAVANA CENTRAL TS $$
151 W. 46th St. (6th-7th Aves.), 212-398-7440, havanacentral.com | CUBAN Home of Real Cuban Cooking in the heart of Times Square. Come for the food—but stay for the party! Find “the best mojitos north of Havana” plus Happy Hour at the bar, Monday-Friday 4-7pm. Classic Cuban favorites like empanadas, slow-roasted pork, and ropa vieja. Now offering heated outdoor dining! Live Latin music every Wed. & Thurs. from 6-9pm.
JASMINE’S CARIBBEAN CUISINE TD $$ 371 W. 46th St. (8th-9th Aves.) 646-964-5337 jasminecaribbeancuisine.com | CARIBBEAN
Restaurant Row newcomer inspired by the bright colors of the Caribbean. Quaint outside area in addition to upbeat main dining space. The kitchens of Dominica, Antigua, St. Thomas, Trinidad, and Jamaica influence the cuisine, drawing on family recipes handed down across generations. Don’t miss house specials like jerk jazzy wings, with fruit-filled cocktail blends to complement. Happy Hour Tues.-Fri., 4-7pm. 58 Everything To Do NYC
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DINING LA MASSERIA TD $$-$$$
235 W. 48th St. (Broadway-8th Ave.), 212-582-2111, lamasserianyc.com | ITALIAN “A farmhouse in the middle of Manhattan,” offering classic dishes from the Puglia region of Italy, utilizing the freshest natural ingredients for simple, authentic pastas, risottos, and meat and fish dishes. Warm, inviting decor blends rural Italian style, nostalgia, and charm, complementing their exceptional cuisine and wine list. Among the most popular restaurants in the Theater District. Seven days lunch/dinner.
MARGARITAVILLE NEW YORK TS $$ 560 7th Ave. (40th St.), 212-221-3007, margaritavilleresorts.com | AMERICAN
A touch of the tropics in the middle of the concrete jungle. While looking out over Times Square, be transported to a vacation state of mind with one bite of a Cheeseburger in Paradise, an order of Volcano Nachos, or any of their signature island-inspired dishes. This two-story tropical oasis also features signature margaritas, along with a wide selection of cool concoctions.
MASSERIA DEI VINI TD $$$
887 9th Ave. (57th-58th Sts.), 212-315-2888, masseriadeivini.com | ITALIAN A first-rate Italian menu blends traditional and modern. Beautiful dishes from Puglia, many of which incorporate seafood and fresh homemade pastas. Gourmet pizza Neapolitan style from a Ferrara wood-burning pizza oven. Extensive wine by the glass and a large selection of bottles, mainly from Italy, but without ignoring the rest of the world.
PATSY’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT TD $$
236 W. 56th St. (Broadway-8th Ave.), 212-247-3491, patsys.com | ITALIAN A Theater District “must go” renowned for its celebrity clientele (Frank Sinatra’s favorite), this landmark has been family run since 1944. Highly rated authentic Neapolitan is heavenly, including sausages pizzaiola with peppers, spicy shrimp Fra Diavolo, calamari stuffed with seafood. Lunch/dinner Tues.-Sun., 1-9pm (check patsys.com for updated hours). All cards.
chelsea CITY WINERY NEW YORK CITY CH $$
25 11th Ave. (15th St./Pier 57 in Hudson River Park), 646-751-6033, citywinery.com/newyork | AMERICAN Indulge your senses at new flagship location in Hudson River Park, with intimate concerts, locally made wine, great food, and unforgettable events all under one roof. Live music or comedy can be found on one of the two stages six nights a week. Dine on the Hudson River waterfront in the Barrel Room and enjoy a wine-inspired, globally influenced, locally sourced menu. Sample wine made on premises in the tasting bar and enjoy special pricing on bottles to go in the on-site wine shop.
meatpacking district STARBUCKS RESERVE® ROASTERY MD $ 61 9th Ave. (15th St.), 212-691-0531; starbucksreserve.com | COFFEE
The NY Starbucks Reserve® Roastery in the Meatpacking District is a place to experience Starbucks like never before. Immerse yourself in the art, science, and theater of coffee. Explore our extraordinary space where we roast our rarest coffees on-site. Join us for a hand-crafted exclusive beverage, a coffee-inspired cocktail at our Arriviamo™ Bar, and freshly made Italian fare at Princi™. Open Sun.-Thur. 7am-10pm, Fri.-Sat. 7am-11pm. Follow us on Instagram, starbucksreserve_newyork.
little italy CAFFÉ PALERMO LI $
148 Mulberry St. (Grand St.), 212-431-4205; caffepalermo.com | DESSERT, ITALIAN Since 1973, a must stop in Little Italy! Home of New York’s Award-Winning Cannoli! Voted #1 Cannoli in New York. Stop by and say hello to BABY JOHN the CANNOLI KING! The finest Italian pastries: cheesecake, tiramisu, rainbow cookies, chocolate mousse cake, Italian cookies, etc. are awesome & lobster tails are off the hook! Enjoy unbeatable cappuccino & espresso. Hundreds of celebs have visited so you never know who will drop by.
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PRIME CATCH NYC TD $$ 140 W. 46th St. (6th-7th Aves.), 646-649-2288
MARATHI GREEK BISTRO T $$
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200 Church St. (Thomas-Duane Sts.), 212-227-5100; marathinyc.com | GREEK
Times Square/Theater District’s place for great steaks and chops (Porterhouse, bone-in NY strip and ribeye, lamb chops, filet mignon, veal chop, surf & turf) and fresh seafood (raw bar, shrimp cocktail, seafood tower, lobster, branzino, seafood pasta, salmon). Chicken or veal Parmesan or Milanese, juicy burgers, soups, salads, and more! Private dining. Happy Hour at bar all day, all day seven days at the bar; games on multiple screens.
Takes its name and inspiration from owner Andreas Koutsoudakis’ childhood summer memories spent along the lapping shores of Marathi beach in Crete. Personal touch adds warmth to creative, elevated homestyle Cretan cooking. Traditional items like Greek salads and spanakopita are joined by lobster pasta with ouzo flambé, Cretan-style smoked pork, and lemon chicken “ramen” soup. Space is bright and airy and staff is friendly, making for a memorable experience in Tribeca.
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A Real Cuban Hideway! Large Groups Welcome!
Birthday Celebrations Happy Hour Specials Heated Outdoor Dining Take-Out & Delivery In the Heart of Times Square, Near all Broadway Theaters! *Per NYC Mandate proof of Covid-19 vaccination & photo ID required to dine indoors.
Patsy’s Italian Restaurant of New York 151 W 46TH STREET (BETW 6TH & 7TH AVES)
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There are the Restaurants you go to And the Restaurants you back to® AN OFF BROADWAY HIT SINCE 1944! Founded by Pasquale “Patsy” Scognamillo in 1944, Patsy’s has been serving Naples cuisine in midtown Manhattan for four generations. Known for Neapolitan-style dishes—Linguini with White Clam Sauce, Spaghetti & Meatballs, and Shrimp Scampi are popular choices. The Stuffed Pork Chop with Vinegar Peppers and Chicken Liver Cacciatore are fancied here as well.
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Welcome to the world capital of nightlife: the city that never sleeps. Intimate jazz spots share blocks with legendary comedy clubs all across the city. If you’re looking for a neighborhoody pint you’ll find plenty of options in midtown; for a more raucous scene check out the profusion of vibrant bars in the East Village and the Lower East Side. (On the Brooklyn side, the possibilities in Williamsburg are every bit as endless.) Upscale options can be found along the cobblestone streets of the Meatpacking District while the West Village next door is joined by Chelsea 62 Everything To Do NYC
and Hell’s Kitchen as a historic hub of LGBTQ nightlife. Music, performance, dance, people watching—whatever your mood, NYC can match it. Near Times Square, you can rock your senses with tantalizing food and drinks and an awe-inspiring music memorabilia collection at New York’s Hard Rock Cafe. Priceless pieces from legends like The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Nirvana, and Elvis Presley grace the
cafe walls. Legendary steak burgers are house specialties, joined by favorite entrees like baby back ribs, grilled Norwegian salmon, and New York strip steak. Friday nights bring live DJs and Sundays are great for brunch, complete with bottomless mimosas. Downtown has an ample supply of spots for a modern cocktail. The Bar Room at Tom Top: Bar Room at the Beekman
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Global sounds, from jazz to rock and everything in between, await at Drom in the East Village.
Colicchio’s Temple Court is located beneath The Beekman’s stunning, nine-story Victorian era hotel atrium and provides a singular New York setting for savoring a handcrafted cocktail. If you’re out and about in midtown, consider Pebble Bar, a Rockefeller Center newcomer. Housed in a historic townhouse, it hosts a dining and drinking scene that features seafood towers, bar snacks, and timeless cocktails. For a touch of the tropics in the middle of the concrete jungle, Margaritaville New York is the destination for you. While looking out over Times Square, you’ll be transported to a vacation state of mind with one bite of a Cheeseburger in Paradise or a signature margarita. The stage of Harlem’s legendary Apollo Theater is once again filled with music and spoken word—don’t miss the world-famous Amateur Night at the Apollo. NYC attracts a slew of big-name performers, with famous acts hitting arenas like Madison Square Garden and Brooklyn’s Barclays Center. For more intimate musical experiences, look to the city’s clubs. Indie rock venues are peppered around downtown; The Bowery Ballroom and The Mercury Lounge are two long-running favorites. Brooklyn’s answers for live music 64 Everything To Do NYC
include the Music Hall of Williamsburg, Brooklyn Steel, and Brooklyn Bowl (yes, you can pick up the elusive 7-10 split while the band is playing). City Winery New York City at Hudson River Park combines great bites, wine to match, and views to remember. Close to Chelsea Market and The High Line, you can also take in excellent sightlines on the city’s newest park, Little Island. Enjoy brunch, lunch, or dinner, where the food is meant to be paired with a great glass of wine. Two stages host a stellar array of music and comedy. On Sundays, don’t miss the Strawberry Fields: Ultimate Beatles Brunch. For more than 25 years, The Iridium near Times Square has served up an eclectic mix of rock, jazz, blues, and beyond. Order dinner and you’ll eat well here, despite the high caliber of the entertainment—for mains find pasta, burgers, short ribs, salads, and that New York favorite, the Reuben. The East Village has its own destination for eclectic, compelling music in Drom. Programming varies from jazz, rock, electronic, soul, and funk to international music. Look for highenergy ensemble work from The Silver Arrow Band (May 24th and June 7th, and June 21st) and DJ TM.8’s Temptation Saturday 80’s Dance Party (May 28th and June 11th and 18th). We all deserve a laugh these days. Gotham Comedy Club brings in the hottest comics nightly. Legends like Jerry Seinfeld and David Chappelle have been known to drop in on this upscale, intimate setting in Chelsea. There are touring pros and ensemble nights like The Gotham All-Stars and ComedyJuice. Another comedy legend not to be missed is Carolines on Broadway. This Times Square institution has been presenting the best in live comedy since 1982, from established greats to stars of the future in the Breakout Artist Comedy Series. You can dine during the performance in the showroom or have a pre-show bite in the Supper Lounge, where they’ll hold complimentary VIP show seating for you.
“ONE OF THE TOP TEN PLACES IN THE COUNTRY TO SEE STANDUP.” - USA Today
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OUR NIGHTLIFE SECTION lists venues alphabetically, with neighborhood icons next to each listing. FD Financial District
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253 W. 125th St. (7th-8th Aves.), 212-531-5300, apollotheater.org New York’s legendary Apollo Theater opened its doors in Harlem in 1934, inside an ornate theater that dates to 1914. In addition to ongoing world-class live performances, the theater has served as a launching pad for some of the most significant entertainers of the last several decades. Live performances have returned to the stage, including music, readings, and conversations, highlighted by the world-famous “Amateur Night at the Apollo.”
CAROLINES ON BROADWAY TS 1626 Broadway (49th-50th Sts.), 212-757-4100, carolines.com
Presents up and coming comedic talent and national acts seven nights a week. Top headlining comedians are joined by emerging talent, live podcasts, and improv and sketch comedy. Dine during the set in the showroom or have a pre-show bite in the Supper Lounge and get VIP seating for the show. The kitchen turns out tasty sandwiches, pizzas, and entrees, in addition to specialty drinks. Forty years after it first opened as a cabaret, Carolines on Broadway has grown into one of the country’s top comedy brands, affirming its position as “The First Name in Comedy.”
CITY WINERY NEW YORK CITY CH
25 11th Ave. (15th St./Pier 57 in Hudson River Park), 646-751-6033, citywinery.com/newyork Indulge your senses at new flagship location in Hudson River Park, with intimate concerts, locally made wine, great food, and unforgettable events all under one roof. Live music or comedy can be found on one of the two stages almsost every night of the week. Dine on the Hudson River waterfront in the Barrel Room and enjoy a wine-inspired, globally influenced, locally sourced menu. Sample wine made on premises in the tasting bar and enjoy special pricing on bottles to go in the on-site wine shop. 66 Everything To Do NYC
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85 Ave. A (5th-6th Sts.), 212-777-1157, dromnyc.com From jazz and rock to electronic to soul & funk to international music, Drom is a beacon of diverse music in the East Village. “New York’s premier venue for world music” (Wall Street Journal) also features a bar, kitchen, and lounge area, in addition to the roomy main space. Live concerts are the strength here, with a myriad of other happenings including burlesque, film screenings, dance, DJs, and stand-up.
GOTHAM COMEDY CLUB CH
208 W. 23rd St. (7th-8th Aves.), 212-367-9000, gothamcomedyclub.com
Whether it’s the perfect date night, an evening with the boys, a girls night out, or even a good place to take your mother-in-law, Gotham has a show for you. Not only are you guaranteed great laughs from top-tier professionals, but with delicious pub food, a huge liquor selection--including 30 kinds of vodka--and an actual wine list, this club has you covered for all occasions. Legends like Jerry Seinfeld are known to drop in on this upscale yet intimate setting. Covers vary depending on show with 2-beverage minimum.
HARD ROCK CAFE TS
1501 Broadway (43rd-44th Sts.), 212-343-3355, hardrockcafe.com/location/new-york Rock your senses with tantalizing food and drinks and an awe-inspiring rock memorabilia collection. Priceless pieces from Elvis to The Beatles grace the walls along with more contemporary items. Recently opened Rock Shop features authentic Hard Rock merchandise. Bottomless mimosa brunches every Sat.-Sun. 11am-3pm!
THE IRIDIUM TS
1650 Broadway (51st St.) 212-582-2121, theiridium.com The Iridium is a musical landmark famous for intimate experiences of the best rock, jazz, and blues artists in the world. In addition to its consistent draw of legendary rock guitarists and jazz and blues musicians, The Iridium regularly showcases next generation talent spanning a variety of genres including folk, indie pop, alt rock, R&B, cabaret, and world music.
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254 W. 72nd St. (Broadway-West End Ave.), 212-579-0222, sugarbarnyc.com Famed singing duo Nick Ashford & Valerie Simpson opened this mecca of fine dining and nightly live entertainment in 1996. Enjoy Southern-accented American fare like pork chops, crispy chicken, seafood stew, and fried catfish, or chill at the lively bar scene. Intimate and elegant with the feel of an old country village. Tues.-Sat. from 3pm, Sun. from noon.
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Tompkins Sq. Park
E 8TH ST
ALPHABET CITY
E 14TH ST
STUYVESANT TOWN
E 1ST ST
E 4TH ST E 3RD ST E 2ND ST
ST MARKS PL
E 13TH ST E 12TH ST E 11TH ST E 10TH ST E 9TH ST
E 15TH ST
E 16TH ST
E 17TH ST
E 18TH ST
E 19TH ST
E 20TH ST
E 21ST ST
E 22ND ST
E 23RD ST
E 24TH ST
E 25TH ST
E 26TH ST
E 27TH ST
E 28TH ST
E 29TH ST
E 30TH ST
KIPS BAY
Baruch College
Gramercy Park
Cooper Union
NOHO
NOLITA PRINCE ST
TON ST E HOUS
DR FDR
W 17TH ST W 16TH ST W 15TH ST
W 14TH ST Whitney Museum T ST OOR SEV T GAN S ATIO HOR T ES JAN H ST 2T W 1 NE ST HU BET ST T NK BA TH S T 11 S W RRY ST PE LES
AR ST ER CH 0TH PH 1 W STO RI CH
ST ROW BAR ST TON MOR Y ST LERO
ST STON
A
N GTO HIN WAS
K CLAR ST TON OUS KING ST N ST WH RLTO
AVE C
W 23RD ST
TH H PA PAT St
AVE B
Chelsea Piers
St
FDR DR
MANGIN
EAST RIVER
AVE D
SHERIFF COLUMBIA BARUCH DR PL BARUCH
FDR DR
AVE A
1ST AVE 1ST AVE
3RD AVE 3RD AVE
6TH AVE
LEXI LEXINGTON AVE LAFAYETTE ST
2ND AVE 2ND AVE
ST CHRYSTIE FORSYTH ST ST ELDRIDGE ALLEN ST ST ORCHARD OW LUDL ST ESSEX ST NORFOLK ST SUFFOLK ST CLINTON ST ST ATTORNEY RIDGE ST ST T PIT
MEATPACKING DISTRICT
d
MERCER ST
ERY BOW
PARK AVE BROADWAY
5TH AVE 5TH AVE
AY ADW BRO 8TH AVE
MA
MADISON AVE AY ADW BRO UNIVERSITY PL
MACDOUGAL SULLIVAN ST THOMPSON ST W BROADWAY WOOSTER ST GREENE ST
7TH AVE JON ES CO RN ELI A
DO CAR WN M ING INE ST ST
10TH AVE Highline Park
11TH AVE Y HWA E HIG T SID WES
9TH AVE Y HWA E HIG T SID WES
12TH AVE
HUDSON RIVER
urg Williamsb Bridge ST
G
Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises
American Museum of Natural History
Central Park
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir
The Great Lawn
The Lake
The Ramble
Turtle Pond
Strawberry Fields Sheep Meadow
The Pond
Guggenheim Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Frick Collection
Hunter College
Gracie Mansion
YORKVILLE
Carl Shurz Park
ROOSEVELT ISLAND
All listings in City Guide include a color-coded neighborhood icon, which corresponds to this key.
E 96TH ST E 95TH ST E 94TH ST E 93RD ST E 92ND ST E 91ST ST E 90TH ST E 89TH ST E 88TH ST E 87TH ST
E 86TH ST E 85TH ST E 84TH ST E 83RD ST E 82ND ST E 81ST ST E 80TH ST
E 79TH ST E 78TH ST E 77TH ST E 76TH ST E 75TH ST E 74TH ST E 73RD ST
E 72ND ST E 71ST ST E 70TH ST E 69TH ST E 68TH ST E 67TH ST E 66TH ST
Tramway
Queensboro Bridge
QUEENS
MUSEUM MILE
East Green
Central Park Zoo
E 65TH ST E 64TH ST E 63RD ST E 62ND ST E 61ST ST E 60TH ST E 58TH ST
E 59TH ST
E 56TH ST
E 57TH ST E 55TH ST E 54TH ST E 53RD ST
TURTLE BAY
YORK AVE
W 96TH ST W 95TH ST W 94TH ST W 93RD ST W 92ND ST W 91ST ST W 90TH ST W 89TH ST W 88TH ST W 87TH ST
Julliard
MAD
Carnegie Hall
MoMA
E 52ND ST E 51ST ST
EAST END AVE
FDR DR
W 86TH ST W 85TH ST W 84TH ST W 83RD ST W 82ND ST W 81ST ST W 80TH ST
W 79TH ST
W 71ST ST W 70TH ST W 69TH ST W 68TH ST W 67TH ST W 66TH ST
Lincoln Center
W 65TH ST W 64TH ST W 63RD ST W 62ND ST W 61ST ST W 60TH ST
THEATER DISTRICT
Fordham University W 59TH ST W 58TH ST
W 57TH ST W 56TH ST W 55TH ST W 54TH ST W 53RD ST W 52ND ST W 51ST ST
E 48TH ST
E 49TH ST
E 50TH ST
E 47TH ST
E 42ND ST
Chrysler Building
United Nations
1ST AVE
W 78TH ST W 77TH ST W 76TH ST W 75TH ST W 74TH ST W 73RD ST
DeWitt Clinton Park
St. Patrick’s Cathedral Rockefeller Center
E 46TH ST E 45TH ST E 44TH ST
E 41ST ST E 39TH ST
E 40TH ST
3RD AVE
PARK AVE PARK AVE
E 43RD ST Grand Central Terminal New York Public Library
LEXINGTON AVE LEXINGTON AVE
5TH AVE 5TH AVE
W 50TH ST
RESTAURANT ROW
W 49TH ST CLINTONHELL’S KITCHEN W 48TH ST
W 47TH ST
W 46TH ST W 45TH ST W 44TH ST W 43RD ST
W 41ST ST
Bryant Park
2ND AVE
6TH AVE
CENTRAL PARK WEST CENTRAL PARK WEST
8TH AVE Port Authority Bus Terminal
7TH AVE
C
COLUMBUS AVE
W 39TH ST
BROADWAY
AMSTERDAM AVE
ay adw Bro 10TH AVE
W 42ND ST W 40TH ST
FDR DR
WEST END AVE 11TH AVE
9TH AVE
W 72ND ST
12TH AVE
MADISON AVE MADISON AVE
WEST SIDE HIGHWAY
W 12 5TH ST
Columbia University
MORNINGSIDE DR
W 125TH ST
Morningside Park
Apollo Theater
Marcus Garvey Park
E 109TH ST E 108TH ST E 107TH ST E 106TH ST E 105TH ST E 104TH ST E 103RD ST E 102ND ST E 101ST ST E 100TH ST E 99TH ST E 98TH ST E 97TH ST
E 125TH ST
E 115TH ST
E 116TH ST E 113TH ST
E 110TH ST
E 112TH ST E 111TH ST
VE SA LA HO NIC ST
Gracie Mansion
Ward’s Island Park
Randall’s Island Park
Triborough Bridge
Yankee Stadium Tours, 1 E. 161st St. Bronx
Jefferson Park
E 96TH ST
FDR DR
YORKVILLE
CH Chelsea
TD Theater District
H Harlem
LI Little Italy
MD Meatpacking District
TS Times Square
EH East Harlem
C Chinatown
GV Greenwich Village
MW Midtown West
UES Upper East Side
EV East Village
ME Midtown East
UWS Upper West Side
LEGEND
W 116TH ST W 115TH ST W 114TH ST W 113TH ST
Museum of the City of NY East Meadow MUSEUM MILE
1ST AVE 1ST AVE E 95TH ST E 94TH ST E 93RD ST E 92ND ST E 91ST ST E 90TH ST E 89TH ST
SH SoHo
T Tribeca
LES Lower East Side
W 110TH ST
The Great Hill The Pool North Meadow
Central Park
ADAM CLAYTON POWELL BLVD
LENOX AVE Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir
FD Financial District
clude a d icon, is key.
W 112TH ST W 111TH ST
Riverside Park
ENTRAL PARK WEST
3RD AVE 3RD AVE
AMSTERDAM AVE W 109TH ST W 108TH ST W 107TH ST W 106TH ST W 105TH ST W 104TH ST W 103RD ST W 102ND ST W 101ST ST W 100TH ST W 99TH ST W 98TH ST W 97TH ST
MANHATTAN AVE
RIVERSIDE DRIVE
W 96TH ST
COLUMBUS AVE
2ND AVE 2ND AVE
PARK AVE
PARK AVE
MADISON AVE
MADISON AVE
LEXINGTON AVE
LEXINGTON AVE
5TH AVE
5TH AVE
WEST END AVE W 95TH ST W 94TH ST W 93RD ST W 92ND ST W 91ST ST W 90TH ST W 89TH ST
BROADWAY
Grant’s Tomb
HENRY HUDSON PARKWAY
FLATIRON DISTRICT
LOWER MANHATTAN MAP
Highline Park
TOWN GRAMERCY Discover the birthplace ofSTUYVESANT New York City
PATH
BATTERY PL
1ST AVE
T ES IDG BR
STATEN ISLAND
GOVERNORS ISLAND
Empire Outlets
Bro okl yn Ba tte ry
Tun nel
Brid ge
MANGIN
FDR DR
AVE D
AVE C
ST
Staten Island Ferry Statue of Liberty Ellis Island Ferries
LIBERTY ISLAND
SHERIFF COLUMBIA BARUCH DR BARUCH PL
AVE B
AVE A
ST CHRYSTIE FORSYTH ST ST ELDRIDGE ALLEN ST ST ORCHARD OW LUDL ST ESSEX ST NORFOLK ST SUFFOLK ST CLINTON ST ST ATTORNEY RIDGE ST ST T PIT
ERY BOW
ST JAMES PL
Downtown Heliport Helicopter Flight Services
ELLIS ISLAND
Ma nha ttan
PEA RL ST
GO LD ST
CH ER RY
3RD AVE
L YP TER BAT
Battery Park
PINE ST WALL ST
ST
Skyscraper Museum
NY Stock Exchange
R RD FD
D ST OA BR LL HA ITE WH
Museum of Jewish Heritage
3RD PL 2ND PL 1ST PL
GREENWICH ST
GTON WASHIN
RECTOR ST W THAMES PL
ST
Brook SEAPORT lyn B ridge HISTORIC DISTRICT FUL TO JOHN N S South Street Seaport T ST
DEY ST CORTLANDT LIBERTY
OE NR MO
WATER ST FRONT ST SOU TH ST
One World Observatory 9/11 Memorial Museum
ST ON DIS A M
City Hall City Hall Park
Museum at Eldridge St
PEARL ST
VESSEY ST
CENTRE ST
ST SON HUD
MURRAY ST
WILLIAM ST
T ST WES CE RRA R TE RIVE
WARREN ST MURRAY ST PARK PL BARCLAY ST VESEY ST
PARK PL
CEY ST DELAN Y E ST ST BROOM WA LES GRAND AD Tenement O Museum BR ST ST EA HESTER
T ES IN T ER S TH ER CA OLIV
ST
CHAMBERS ST
WARREN ST
TON ST E HOUS
ST ER RK MA
ICH ENW GRE
N RISO HAR
WALKER ST WHITE ST FRANKLIN ST LEONARD ST WORTH ST THOMAS ST DUANE ST Court READE ST Buildings
E 8TH ST
ST ON INT CL T N SS SO ER ER TG FF JE RU
LISPENARD ST
E ST OOR NM
E 1ST ST
BAXTER ST ST MULBERRY MOTT ST ST ELIZABETH
GRAND ST
E 4TH ST E 3RD ST E 2ND ST
SPRING ST
CROSBY ST
Fire Museum
T ST S ST WAT SSE BRO DES TRY ST VES T ST H LAIG RT ST E HUB
NORTH END AVE
MERCER ST
BROOME ST
NOLITA PRINCE ST
CHURCH ST
ST
SPRING ST
CANA L ST
Hoboken - WTC PATH Newark - WTC PATH
NOHO
BROADWAY
ST KING ON ST RLT CHA DAM ST N A T V G S ST Children’s RIN Museum of the Arts SP MINICK DO
WOOSTER ST GREENE ST
ST
TON OUS WH
E 5TH ST
BLEECKER ST
MACDOUGAL SULLIVAN ST THOMPSON ST W BROADWAY
N GTO HIN WAS
TON MOR Y ST LERO N ST KSTO CLAR
Tompkins Sq. Park
E 6TH ST
2ND AVE
W 3RD ST New York University
BE DF OR D
ALPHABET CITY
E 7TH ST
ERY BOW
JON CO ES RN ELI A
WAVERLY PL WASHINGTON SQ N WASHINGTON PL Washington Sq. Park
CA DO RMI WN NE ING ST ST
ST SON HUD
PATH
E 13TH ST E 12TH ST E 11TH ST E 10TH ST E 9TH ST
ST MARKS PL Cooper Union
LAFAYETTE ST
W 10TH ST W 9TH ST
UNIVERSITY PL
New School
W 8TH ST
TO T RIS BARROW S ST CH
Y HWA E HIG T SID WES
E 14TH ST
BROADWAY
GR EEN WIC HA VE
SE GAN IO ST AT HOR ST E Whitney JAN ST Museum 2TH W 1 NE ST HU BET ST T NK BA TH S T 11 S W RRY ST PE LES ST ST AR 0TH R CH W 1 HE P
TH PA H St PAT d t 3r S - 3 3rd n ke - 3 bo Sq o H nal ur Jo
W 13TH ST W 12TH ST W 11TH ST
5TH AVE
W 14TH ST
MEATPACKING DISTRICT VOORT ST
East River Park
nyc transportation
fun facts 800 trips NYC’s buses subway
• A New York City taxi makes almost month. • If you laid out
a
subway tracks end to
end you’d reach Chicago. • NYC Transit
give
678 million rides every year. • The
fleet
travels 365 million miles a year. • No surprise here: the Times Square-42nd Street subway station is the city’s busiest. It’s the
65 million an alibi? gateway to
rides a year. •
Need
MetroCard swipes are tracked and have
been used in criminal defenses. • Every wonder why city buses don’t take
paper money
?
NYC Transit uses giant vacuums to empty fareboxes, which would turn that cash into confetti. • By law, there are exactly
13,587 taxis
in NYC. But
good luck
finding even one when it rains.
VAX & MASKS On March 7th, 2022, Mayor Eric Adams ended city guidance that asked for vaccine proofs and mask wearing for indoor activities. Individual places may still request mask and/or vax proof, but many have relaxed all requirements for entry. Public transportation as of press time still requires masks. Broadway is requiring masks for all audiences inside the theatre, except while eating or drinking in designated locations, at least through May 31st; many theatres will no longer require proof of vaccinatin. You can find the latest at broadwayleague.com/covid-19-updates.
GIVING CREDIT Page 20/23: Crystal Field (foreground) and performers of the Lower East Side Festival of the Arts (L-R): Stephan Morrow, Terry Lee King, Richard West, David F. Slone Esq., Lissa Moira, Tsubasa Ogawa. Photo by Joe Bly. Page 22: Photographer: Peter Cai. Group: Xdance from Hartford, CT, registered to dance in 2022. Page 24: Fleet Week. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Raymond Minami via Flickr.
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