In “Dolores,” Sinead Hogan (left) and Coralie Bradnam play working-class siblings Sandra and Dolores, who, over the course of an afternoon, rehash family secrets, lies, trauma, and buried memories. ( Photo: Red Door Production) “Dolores:” The Sister Act Is Back, And Opposites Still Don’t Attract The high octane feud between social media influencers Alix Earle (a Tom Brady-ex) and Alex “Call Her Daddy” Cooper has nothing... City Arts 02 May 2026 | 06:51
Journalist Dana Perino's debut novel, “Purple State,” is a rom-com where red meets blue, and nothing is black-and-white when it comes to love and politics. ( Photo provided by Harper Collins) “Purple State:” The Politics Of Love, a Debut Novel by Dana Perino Can two people from opposite sides of the aisle end up walking down the aisle? The answer will surprise you in the new debut... City Arts 21 Apr 2026 | 02:24
For the past three years, Maria Nicanor has held the title of Director at Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, which will celebrate its 50th year this October. ( Photo: Liz Ligon) The Art of Leadership Founded in 1897 and housed in the landmark Carnegie Mansion located on 91st and Fifth Avenue, Cooper Hewitt—created by the... People 16 Apr 2026 | 11:57
Sharon Greenberger is President and CEO of the YMCA of Greater NY, whose focus for the organization is growth, responding to community needs, and developing programs that are responsive to those needs. 10 Years Making New Yorkers Feel Better The YMCA is a convener of community designed to make members feel better, more connected, more purposeful, and find a sense... People 16 Apr 2026 | 11:22
Melanie Frost is the CEO of Ess-a-Bagel, a New York institution for 50 years. For 13 years, she has helped grow her family’s business with the goal of being the premier bagel company throughout the world. ( Photo by Lorraine Duffy Merkl) Leading Ess-a-Bagel Into Its Next 50 Years Ess-a-Bagel (Yiddish for “eat a bagel”) is celebrating a half-century in business. Melanie Frost joined the company as CEO... People 16 Apr 2026 | 11:10
Mary Silva (center in blue shirt, clapping her hands), surrounded by her dedicated restaurant staff, is looking forward to Maz Mezcal’s next location and serving the neighborhood for decades to come. ( Photo by Geoffrey Croft) Maz Mezcal President Mary Silva Prefers Señora Maria: ‘I Don’t Need A Greater Title’ When Mary Silva married her late husband Edward, she married into a family of restaurateurs, whose legacy she’s now leading... People 16 Apr 2026 | 11:07
“Corned Beef (And Other Arguments)“ was written and is performed by Robyn Kimmel, who plays the Jewish half of the two-person play, and Brian Martin, who plays a down on his luck Irishman. ( Photo: Bobbie Armstrong) “Corned Beef” Play Orders Up Humor in Off-Broadway Debut A Jew and an Irishman walk into a New York deli. It’s not a joke, but the makings of a new play called “Corned Beef (And Other... City Arts 08 Apr 2026 | 11:42
For the 102nd year, the Good Friday concert of John Stainer’s “The Crucifixion” was performed at Brick Presbyterian Church. This year’s soloists, Sean Fallen and Nathaniel Sullivan, were joined by organist Alistair Reid. Minister of Music, Dr. Raymond Nagem, conducted. ( Photo: Meagan Hooper) Brick Church Celebrates Good Friday with Music Crucifixion It’s Easter season and that means April 3, 2026 marked the 102nd Good Friday performance of John Stainer’s “The Crucifixion”... News 04 Apr 2026 | 09:47
Author Deborah Mallow has written a transformational–and award-winning–personal growth guidebook offering readers self-improvement essentials to replace unhealthy habits with positive changes. ( Photo: Wollam Works Publishing) How to Have Fewer Days That Suck: A Self-Help Game Plan Consider this your burn(out) notice. Burnout can, unfortunately, be a byproduct of living in NYC. If you’re all too familiar... City Arts 02 Apr 2026 | 06:00
Amin Ahmad’s debut novel, “A Killer in the Family,” sends Indian immigrant Ali Azeem on a mission to determine who his Gatsbyesque in-laws really are: the embodiment of the American dream or the epitome of the dark side of power and ambition. ( Photo: Henry Holt & Co.) The Problem with In-Laws Laid Bare in Debut Novel Thriller When you marry your spouse, you marry their family. Good-natured and naïve, yet far from innocent, Ali Azeem learns this... City Arts 27 Mar 2026 | 02:57
Eric Mauskopf is leading J. Pocker Frame Store into its hundredth year with the goal of honoring the business’s legacy with an eye on expansion and always making his clients happy. ( Photo by Lorraine Duffy Merkl) Framing the Future of a UES Institution Eric Mauskopf, President of J. Pocker Frame Store, likes bringing joy to people’s lives. “The biggest joy is when somebody... People 26 Mar 2026 | 11:13
Michelle Pfeiffer and Kurt Russell are Stacy and Preston Clyburn, wealthy Manhattanites with two daughters, one married, one divorced, and two granddaughters. Despite their privilege, life in NYC proves to be a challenge. ( Photo: Emerson Miller/Paramount+) A Madison Avenue Socialite Starts Over in... Madison, Montana?! Eight years ago, when my son, Luke, moved to Silicon Valley for an engineering position, Neil, my husband of 38 years, drove... Voices 24 Mar 2026 | 05:01
On March 21st, the 50-year-old New Museum, which has long been a home for a local community of artists, neighbors, and partner organizations across the Bowery and the Lower East Side, will reopen, revealing its 60,000 square foot building expansion and its inaugural exhibition, New Humans: Memories of the Future. ( Dean Kaufman) After 2-Year Renovation, the New Museum of Contemp Art Finally Reopens Deeply rooted in downtown New York, as well as internationally, The New Museum has long been a home for a local community... City Arts 20 Mar 2026 | 05:10
Uncle Vanya’s director and visionary artist, Dmitry Krymov, and his international collective of actors, designers, musicians, puppeteers, and producers, are dedicated to creating dynamic, heartfelt, visually stunning theater that breaks traditional boundaries. ( Photo: Steven Pisano) Russian Director Krymov Gives New Life to a Classic Chekhov Tale From Russia with love...of Chekhov. Anton Chekhov, the Russian playwright and short story writer, considered one of the greatest... City Arts 20 Mar 2026 | 12:48
Issy Knowles on stage performing as Pollie in the award-winning one woman play “Body Count.” ( Photo: Geve Penn) Bonnie Blue Inspires Sexy and Controversial One-Woman Play Your body, your choice. But what if you’re choosing to objectify yourself for the male gaze and a paycheck, with a dollop... City Arts 13 Mar 2026 | 01:47
