Our critics and writers have selected noteworthy cultural events to experience virtually and in person in New York City. Source: New York Times
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Jacques d’Amboise, 86, Dies; Early, Charismatic Star of City Ballet
By Gotham Rex on May 3, 2021
A product of Washington Heights, he embodied an all-American style, combining the nonchalance of Fred Astaire with the nobility of a classic male dancer. Hollywood came calling, too. Source: New York Times
How Scott Rudin Wielded Power in Show Business
By Gotham Rex on April 24, 2021
For decades, the producer has cultivated and castigated people at all levels of entertainment. Now his past is catching up with him. Source: New York Times
Why Reopening Ceremonies in NYC Are So Important Right Now
By Gotham Rex on April 16, 2021
Movie theaters, hotels, restaurants and other businesses are putting a lot of thought into the process. Source: New York Times
The Return of High Schools in New York City
By Gotham Rex on March 9, 2021
Students who signed up for in-person learning can go back later this month, and all students can resume sports. Source: New York Times
Salt-N-Pepa, Hip-Hop Duo That Spoke Up for Women, Tells Its Own Story
By Gotham Rex on January 23, 2021
In a new biopic for Lifetime that they helped executive produce, the rap group that got its start in 1980s New York traces its roots and its conflicts. Source: New York Times
‘The Shining’ Scene, Stuff of Nightmares, Turns a Criminal Case Upside Down
By Gotham Rex on January 20, 2021
A prosecutor erred by likening a man charged with robbing a bank to Jack Nicholson’s violent psychopath, New Jersey’s highest court ruled. Source: New York Times
Joan Micklin Silver, Director of ‘Crossing Delancey,’ Dies at 85
By Gotham Rex on January 1, 2021
She broke barriers for women, directing seven feature films, including “Hester Street” and “Between the Lines,” as well as TV movies. Source: New York Times
5 Things to Do This Weekend
By Gotham Rex on November 19, 2020
Our critics and writers have selected noteworthy cultural events to experience virtually or in person in New York City. Source: New York Times
How New York’s Small Cinemas Are Hanging On
By Gotham Rex on October 28, 2020
Despite the continued shutdown of the city’s movie houses, indie theaters just may survive: They are less reliant on Hollywood and have a loyal audience. Source: New York Times
Halloween’s Not Canceled: Here’s How to Make It Spooky but Safe
By Gotham Rex on October 23, 2020
Movies, podcasts, cemetery walks and more: Our guide to enjoying a socially distant fright fest. Source: New York Times
How to Celebrate Halloween From Your Car
By Gotham Rex on October 3, 2020
Drive-in horror film screenings and fright-night experiences are popping up around the country for a pandemic-safe holiday. Source: New York Times
A Countercultural Dreamland From Tokyo Flickers at MoMA
By Gotham Rex on October 1, 2020
In 1969, Shuzo Azuchi Gulliver created a moving-image environment with 18 projectors. Now his and other expanded cinema works from Japanese pioneers are in New York. Source: New York Times
The Hottest Commodity in Pandemic New York? Fresh Air
By Gotham Rex on August 21, 2020
The skyscrapers are empty, and the streets and parks are full. Here’s how the city is reinventing itself. Source: New York Times
CONTEST: Win 2-Day Passes to BangOn!NYC’s Warehouse of Horrors
By Gotham Rex on October 16, 2019
CONTEST: Win 2-Day Passes to BangOn!NYC’s Warehouse of Horrors These days there’s a chill in the air and the darkness creeps in early. Companies pump out candy corn flavored goods despite the fact that all self respecting hipsters hate the…