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This endearing story of an elderly widow who, in changing times, needs to learn to trust and count on her black chauffeur was brilliantly portrayed in the 1987 Hollywood film, which starred Jessica Tandy and Morgan Freeman. The cast announced for the upcoming Broadway revival includes James Earl Jones, Vanessa Redgrave and Boyd Gaines. This powerhouse trio is sure to deliver an equally gratifying performance.
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This part fact, part fiction rock musical about our 7th president was a sell out success at the Public Theater earlier this year. This fall it moves to Broadway and stars Benjamin Walker.
Studio 54
Television’s Captain Picard (Patrick Stewart) and Grey’s Anatomy’s T.R. Knight join up in a new comedy by David Mamet. They portray a couple of actors (one old and one young) who work together. As we listen to their conversations back stage we begin to wonder who is teaching whom the ropes.
For those who couldn’t get enough of Phantom, the wait for more is over. Phantom: The Sequel, Love Never Dies, comes to Broadway this season with a newly created musical score by Sir Elton John. Now that we know how the witches of Oz spent their lives before meeting Dorothy, let’s find out how the elusive phantom spends his time since his disappearance from the Paris Opera house. Set on this side of the Atlantic a supposed 10 years later, we find the phantom in Coney Island where the obsession continues and... love never dies.
Following a smash hit run at Central Park’s Delacourt Theater this summer, Al Pacino brings his stellar depiction of Shakespeare's lead character to Broadway for a limited run. This rare appearance by one of America’s most talented actors is not to be missed and makes a great holiday gift for friends and family.
Great White Way Unveils New
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The Henry Miller Theater, built by show producer Henry Miller has undergone several changes since its inception in 1913, Most recently, the theater closed in 2004 following the final performance of Urinetown and, in 2009, having undergone a complete internal makeover, reopened hosting that season’s production of Bye Bye Birdie. The theater, which represents Broadway’s first “green” performance hall accommodates 1055 patrons making it one of Broadway’s largest theaters. On September 15 the theater was renamed in honor of America's musical theatre legend Stephen Sondheim. The first play to grace the stage of the Sondheim Theater will be a new production of Anything Goes starring Broadway sweetheart, Sutton Foster. Opens Spring 2011.
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Bells Are Ringing
This sweet, romantic musical first introduced on Broadway in 1956 tells the story of a young telephone operator who entertains herself by listening in on calls and practicing different voices. She goes as far as to feign different characters, simply for her own amusement. These antics cause relationships to develop, and naturally a web of comical mishaps follows. In the midst of all this, she falls in love with one of her clients whom she has never met. The popular score includes such classics as, The Bells Are Ringing, I Met A Girl, Just In Time, The Party’s Over and Long Before I Knew You. You’ll be humming for days.
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Art on The Gotop
Quite often we think that visual art should consist of framed paintings and sculptures and other rarities that line museum walls and fill their galleries. In reality; however, art reaches many other forms and resides all around us. This season visitors to New York have ample opportunity to enjoy art that breaks the boundaries of museum walls and adorns our streets, parks and lobbies. So, if you find the fall season too enjoyable to spend indoors, don’t worry, New York City has managed to provide “art on the go”. You’ll find a plethora of art all around you without having to go indoors. Landmarks plus permanent and temporary art displays abound. the key is knowing where to find it. Here is a list of permanent art and temporary displays that are reason enough to make you want to visit New York City and take a refreshing walk. See this town like you’ve never seen it before.
Manolo Valdes Born in Valencia, Spain in 1942, Manolo Valdés, one of Spain’s most popular contemporary artists, mastered painting, drawing, sculpting and print making. Now through January 23, 2011 you can experience a sampling of his massive sculptures. Sixteen larger-than-life bronze sculptures have been installed for viewing along Broadway - the largest gathering residing at Columbus Circle. Measuring as tall as twelve feet and weighing in at up to 2000 pounds, these contenders represent his vision of Queen Miriana, the Austrian born Queen of Spain depicted in many works by Velásquez. A Matisse-like Odalissa can be found at the north end of subway entrance at 72 Street and Broadway. Additional installations can be found at various subway entrances along Broadway. An informative audio guide is available in English and Spanish by using your cell phone to dial the number shown on the base of each sculpture. The exhibit’s outdoor location and phone guide make it a perfect example of art on the go.
Fernando Botero at Time Warner Center Columbian artist Fernando Botero is one of the most sought after contemporary artists. Having studied in his native Columbia, Florence, Paris and Madrid; Botero developed his own abstract style of representing the human body in both paintings and sculptures, in a style of large proportioned figures that has become his trademark. Exhibits of his paintings and sculptures have been well received in various cities around the world including New York City, Calgary, Quebec City, Tokyo, Athens, Vienna and Wilmington, Delaware. Here in New York City, two large depictions of Adam and Eve stand guard in the lobby of the Time Warner Center. These figures stand twenty feet tall and are a perfect introduction to the artist’s style. More examples of Botero’s work can be found at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and at the Guggenheim Museum.
Henry Moore at Lincoln Center Enter Lincoln Center through the main plaza and proceed straight ahead towards the opera house. As you near the opera house, veer right towards the Vivian Beaumont Theater and stop at the large floating fountain. Rising majestically from the fountain is a recumbent sculpture by british artist, Henry Moore. Completed in 1965 the sculpture has survived the renovation of the immense fountain in which it sits.
Yoshitomo Nara The Park Avenue Malls between 46th and 96th Streets dividing the northbound and southbound traffic are another site of temporary, outdoor art exhibits. The greatest number of installations are generally placed between 50th Street and 57th Street. This season, Art Production Fund, a non-profit organization that assists museums in finding outdoor locations for art displays has joined with the Asia society to place two 14-foot tall statues by celebrated Japanese artist, Yoshitomo Nara, along Park Avenue. One can be found at 70th Street and the other at 67th Street. This outdoor installation is part of a retrospective exhibit of works by the artist that is currently on display at the Asia Society. The retrospective brings together over 100 works including, drawings, paintings and sculptures representing 20 years in the life and work of this contemporary artist.
Fritz Koenig Sphere
Tom Otterness Contemporary Sculptor Tom Otterness known for his whimsical cartoon-like figures has had his sculptures exhibited in museums, art galleries and in a series of temporary outdoor installations in various cities. Here in New York City we can find his work cropping up in buildings, parks and subway stations in full view of passers by. The largest collections of his endearing sculptures can be found at Nelson Rockefeller Park located along the Hudson River Promenade at Chambers Street. Found on the pathways, benches, tables, handrails and walls, these playful figurines are a sheer delight. For the very curious, additional samples of his work have been placed at various spots in the 14th Street and 8th Avenue subway station. This is a large station with many stairs and corridors connecting several train lines. Finding the sculptures can be quite a treasure hunt.
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Alvin Ailey
The incomparable Alvin Ailey Dance troupe will perform its final winter season under the tutelage of Judith Jamison. A new director, Robert Battle, has been named and will fill the position that will be left vacant by Ms. Jamison who has announced her retirement after 20 years as director. Ms. Jamison has been the troupe’s only director other than its founder, Alvin Ailey. Now, Robert Battle will be the only director never to have danced as part of the troupe. The history of this American treasure continues to evolve, yet one thing remains the same, the superb quality of the dancers and the choreography, which together produce one of the finest examples of dance available anywhere in the world. The five week schedule of performances includes a mix of classic Ailey pieces, such as Revelations, some new numbers and six nights during which the dancers will be accompanied by the live music of Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra. For more information call 212-581-1212.
New York City Ballet
Not counting Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade, George Balanchine’s renowned production of the Nutcracker is New York City’s first sign of the holiday season. this timeless classic featuring the memorable music of Tchaikovsky is the perfect way to introduce young children to the world of classical music and dance. For adults, it continues to be an extraordinary tradition. Both evening and matinee performances will be performed. For a complete schedule and to purchase tickets, visit www.nycballet.com
Flamenco Hoy One of Spain’s most acclaimed flamenco shows comes to New York City for six performances only. City Center will be alive with the thunder of precision feet pounding the stage in the dramatic fury that is flamenco. These talented performers keep alive a traditional art form that dates back to the influx of The Moors into the Iberian peninsula.
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59 Street - 110 Street (between 5th Avenue and Central Park West)
Top Ten Things to Do In Central Park
1. Bow Bridge
2. Loeb Boat House Restaurant
3 and 4. Belvedere Castle and Turtle Pond
5. Carousel
6. Central Park Zoo
7. Conservancy Gardens
10. The Reservoir
Central Park Audio Guide
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Miss Daisy 
A Life In the Theatre 
Love
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8 and 9. Gapstow Bridge and The Pond