by John Moore | Jul 28, 2010
While Italian hip-hop may initially seem as intuitive as Scottish opera, a quick check of YouTube reveals Jovanotti’s music as an infectiously unpretentious blend of pop and African beats that will have SummerStage rocking this Saturday night. The free show...
by John Moore | Jul 26, 2010
[cincopa 10685418] Last Wednesday marked the 4th annual Comedy Central Festival at SummerStage in Central Park and, in my humble opinion, it was the best. Outside of having the illustrious host of the nightly fake news program, Jon Stewart, himself on hand the show...
by John Moore | Jul 24, 2010
Play Hiawatha for a day on the Harlem Meer – enjoy a fun-filled day of canoeing and water safety, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow optional. Bring water, sunscreen, and a hat. Life jackets will be provided. First-come, first-served. Ages 8 and up. All children must...
by John Moore | Jul 22, 2010
For many years, urban parks across the U.S. sank into decay and disuse. However, as cities have begun to rebound — and as evidence of the economic, cultural, and health benefits of parks grows — investment in these valuable facilities has swelled. Many new parks are...
by John Moore | Jul 19, 2010
The New York Classical Theater presents “Much Ado About Nothing” in Central Park. In yet another alternative to long lines in the sweltering heat, you can catch an open air performance of one of Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies. New York Classical...
by John Moore | Jul 9, 2010
The restaurant offers exclusive items at its new Central Park location, including organic draft beer, vegan ice cream, pre-packaged picnic boxes and extended range Wi-Fi. The café will also serve as a community gathering place and education center with its Communal...
by John Moore | Jul 4, 2010
Three Performances Only! At The Delacorte Theater August 14-16, 2010 THE CAPEMAN, featuring music by Paul Simon and book and lyrics by Paul Simon and Derek Walcott, will be directed by Tony Award nominee Diane Paulus, who directed the concert version of HAIR at the...
by John Moore | Jul 2, 2010
Can’t get tickets to Shakespeare in the Park and don’t have time to wait on line overnight? Why not check out the Boomerang Theatre Company for their outdoor performance of William Shakespeare’s The Tempest – it’s also free and takes...
by John Moore | Jun 28, 2010
Crowds cheered and waved for a somewhat flushed Prince Harry during Central Park’s Achilles Hope and Possibility race in Central Park Sunday, morning as the prince enjoyed the last day of his New York visit. After the walk, in 90 degree heat, Harry was set to...
by John Moore | Jun 25, 2010
The Mccoy Tyner Quartet appeared Wednesday night at SummerStage and the band was just as hot as the 90 degree weather. Featuring Ravi Coltrane on saxophone, Esperanza Spalding on bass and Francisco Mela on drums the combo traded solos through a consistently tight...
