Christmas movies come in all shapes and sizes. They don’t necessarily have to be about a happy, merry Christmas. There are a variety of films that take place around the holiday on streaming services and major platforms. Some of these films, such as “Die Hard” offer an entirely different type of Entertainment for the less…
A new Broadway musical inspired by Alicia Keys’s childhood experiences, titled “Hell’s Kitchen,” has garnered attention for its unique storyline and powerful musical arrangements. The story follows a 17-year-old girl growing up in a New York housing development surrounded by artists, and explores her love for piano and her attraction to an adult man, all…
After 65 years, Brenda Lee’s classic holiday song “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” has reached the number one spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, beating out Mariah Carey’s iconic hit “All I Want for Christmas Is You.” The song, which Lee recorded in 1958 at the age of 13, has been a staple of…
“Fat Ham” concludes with Juicy expressing his desire to continue, and the characters then begin cleaning the stage, suggesting a shared trauma. This resonated deeply with me during a difficult time last spring. Although at first, I was hesitant to see the play, the clever transformation of a classic story through the character of Juicy…
Broadway Stars Bring the Magic to an Upper East Side Senior Center Former Little Michael from Broadway’s “MJ,” Corey J, donned a classic black ensemble and wowed about 50 residents at an Upper East Side senior center with his rendition of the Jackson 5 hit “I Want You Back.” This special performance was part of…
Three Exhilarating New Work Plays Capture the Essence of Broadway Jocelyn Bioh’s “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding,” a tale of African immigrants working in a Harlem hair-braiding shop, is a sparkling Broadway delight filled with colorful characters and brisk, playful dialogue. Whitney White’s direction and the re-creation of real braid hairstyles and salon culture add an…
Beyoncé’s “Renaissance” Film: A Revolutionary Blend of Music and Self-Expression Beyoncé’s “Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé” has been the talk of the town since its release, offering a unique blend of face-warping concert footage and intimate self-portraiture. The film takes audiences on a journey through the singer’s iconic concert performances, revealing her transparency and relentless…
