Edward Brezinski was a controversial neo-realist artist who was famous in the gritty 1980s downtown art scene in the East Village–but never became a breakout star. Will the indie documentary “Make Me Famous”–directed by Brain Vincent and produced by Heather Spore, a husband/wife theatrical couple–change that outlook posthumously? ( Kathy Dumas) Couple Behind Indie Hit “Make Me Famous” Captures Gritty, East Village Art World of the ‘80s Brian Vincent remembers the first time he saw Heather Spore, the woman who would eventually become his wife and partner,... News 18 Sep 2023 | 12:25
In August 2016, Suits actress Meghan Markle starred in a photo shoot for the US version of Good Housekeeping. She had met Prince Harry a year earlier. Now her work on the drama “Suits”, pre-Duchess of Sussex fame, or infamy, is gained new attention on Netflix as the most watched streaming show ever. ( M Douchette Productions/Wikimedia Commons) Suit Yourself: The Drama “Suits” Takes on a Whole New Look the Second Time Around OK, I’m guilty. I binged Suits, the New York City-based legal procedural aka the latest Netflix sensation. When I first heard... Voices 08 Sep 2023 | 02:45
Fran Drescher, the one time star of the comedy The Nanny in the 1990s, since 2021 has been president of the SAG-AFTRA and is a leading union organizer. Photo: Wikimedia Commons Fran Drescher Turned from Comedy of The Nanny to Union Leader for SAG-AFTRA LOS ANGELES (AP)–Fran Drescher believes that the walkouts that have shut down Hollywood are about something much bigger than... News 01 Sep 2023 | 11:38
The Little Island on the West Side of Manhattan, built on what were once abandoned piers, offers stunning views and scenic walking paths for free. Photo: Dr. Bernd Gross, Wikimedia Commons Five Free Things to Do in NYC Before Summer Comes to a Close The dog days of summer may be upon us, but there are still wonderful things to keep you entertained. And many are absolutely... News 08 Aug 2023 | 04:44
Breaking Bad star, Bryan Cranston shows his support at the SAG-AFTRA actor’s strike in Times Square ( Photo: Elijah Hurewitz-Ravitch ) Actors Rally in Times Square, Unwaveringly Supporting Ongoing SAG-AFTRA Strike New York City witnessed robust and unwavering support for the ongoing SAG-AFTRA actors strike this week. Despite a record-hitting... News 28 Jul 2023 | 12:28
Dana Steingold headshot ( Photo: Justin Patterson ) From Aspiring Actress to Broadway Star: Dana Steingold’s Journey to ‘The Cottage’” Dana Steingold said the key to success for a small Broadway ensemble like “The Cottage” is to spend a lot of time together... News 24 Jul 2023 | 01:29
Contributor Jill Brooke was given an early Mother’s Day gift a ticket to the Bridgerton Experience, accompanied by her son Parker. Both decked out in period pieces. Photo: Courtesy Jill Brooke Immerse Yourself in the Bridgerton Experience Now Capping Its 10 City Tour Considering that mothers are the “queens” of a family and Netflix’s Bridgerton spinoff “Queen Charlotte” premieres May 4,... News 28 Apr 2023 | 09:39
Jolie Dudley with her dog Knope. Photo: David Kirchner She Brings Together the Canine Community for Comedy After quarantine, Jolie Dudley empathized with the separation anxiety her dog was experiencing, since during the COVID pandemic,... News 12 Dec 2022 | 10:30
From left to right: Diana Yanez, Maria Russell and Sandra Valls posing on the set of the Latina Christmas Special. Photo courtesy of Latina Christmas Special The Ladies Bringing Latina Representation to Christmastime “They’re like the sisters I never had and never wanted,” says Maria Russell of her co-stars, Sandra Valls and Diana Yanez.... News 02 Dec 2022 | 11:41
Hisham Tawfiq as Dembe Zuma in “The Blacklist.” Photo: Will Hart/NBC Hisham Tawfiq on ‘The Blacklist’ and His Life in New York Hisham Tawfiq’s path to acting was far from ordinary. “The Blacklist” star, who was born and raised in Harlem, joined the... News 19 Jan 2022 | 04:43
Eryn Barnes, a New York-based dancer, posing for her headshot. Photo courtesy of Eryn Barnes Auditioning from Home When auditioning for a production, Kendall DuPre, a New York-based actress, starts by clearing out her living room so when... News 14 Jan 2022 | 09:22
Cecily Strong of “Saturday Night Live.” Photo: Mary Ellen Matthews/NBC Cecily Strong is Off to a Busy New Year For close to a decade, Cecily Strong has illuminated the set of “Saturday Night Live” with her spot-on impersonations, so... News 03 Jan 2022 | 10:15
Alex Edelman in “Just for Us.” Photo: Monique Carboni Mining Comedy From the Haters On a recent chilly Sunday afternoon, between the brick walls of the Cherry Lane Theatre in the West Village, the comedian... News 14 Dec 2021 | 03:00
Underground Overground Producers David Levine and Ethan Mansoor. Photo: William DeVito Comedy in the Candy Shop In the resplendence of the eighty-four-year-old Economy Candy shop on Rivington Street last week, comedy producers, David... News 10 Nov 2021 | 11:23
Comedian Eric D’Alessandro. Photo: Dave Giordano Coming Home to Comedy Eric D’Alessandro credits his humble beginnings growing up on Staten Island as influencing everything he does in his professional... News 08 Nov 2021 | 10:20
