Out & About NYC Magazine was founded to offer the arts and lifestyle enthusiast a fresh new look at New York City. We will showcase the established and the emerging, the traditional and the trendy. And we will do it with élan, and panache with a dash of fun.

1/3/15 O&A NYC Wildin Out Wednesday: President Obama and Jerry Seinfeld- Comedians In Cars Getting Coffee

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Jerry Seinfeld created a lot of buzz last Wednesday with the debut episode of  Comedians In Cars Getting Coffee- Season 7. Instead of the typical jokester, the actor welcomed an elected official to the program, none other than President Barack Obama. Over the past six seasons, a veritable who’s who of the comedic world including Louis C.K., Will Ferrell, Sarah Silverman, Larry David and Chris Rock  has joined Jerry Seinfeld for a ride and a cup of joe in the Crackle series.   Continue reading

1/5/15 O&A NYC With WaleStylez- Fashion: Giant COMME des GARÇONS Wallets Are on Display at Dover Street Market New York

By Adewale Adekanbi
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Dover Street Market’s New York City outpost has been home to a bevy of special installations and collaborative endeavors. Now the Big Apple spot is home to another unique display: a collection of giant COMME des GARÇONS wallets. Coming in the form of Comme des Garcon’s zippered square design, the showcase includes red, green, orange, blue and black colorways of the design — not to mention accompanying oversized packaging.

1/5/16/ O&A NYC DANCING INTO 2016: The Legion of Extraordinary Dancers- The Dark Doctor Deal- Episode 7

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O&A NYC Magazine continues to present the Legend of Extraordinary Dancers series, commonly called The LXD, the web series from 2010- 2011. The good versus evil dance series features two groups of rival dancers: The Alliance of the Dark the villains and The Legion of Extraordinary Dancers, the heroes, who discover they have superpowers referred to as “the Ra” through their dance abilities. Continue reading

1/5/15 O&A NYC Inspirational Tuesday: one

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one: an inspiring story of how to overcome loneliness to find your passion and follow your dreams.  The story is an insight into one teen’s loneliness during the periods of high school and post-secondary education. The film depicts a time where he finds himself, and the key to breaking out of his lonely mindset, and show how photography and The One Project saved it.  Continue reading

1/4/16 O&A NYC With WaleStylez- Fashion: Pharrell Williams – Freedom

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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Freedom, Pharrell has now dropped the accompanying music video to the catchy tune of the same name. As the track name suggests, the song looks to delve into the issues surrounding certain racial matters, as well as the numerous injustices in the world we live in. Continue reading

1/4/15 O&A NYC With WaleStylez- Fashion: Human Made Releases Spring/Summer 2016 Lookbook Featuring Nigo

By Adewale Adekanbi

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Nigo presents the latest collection of his brand Human Made and once again decided to also step in front of the camera to model it. The heavily vintage Americana inspired line continues on its patch and stays true to its very clear direction. Continue reading

1/4/15 O&A NYC Hollywood Monday: A Time To Dance- a short film

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A Time To Dance, a short film, tells the story of two dancers who fall in love.  Written and directed by Paul Myzia, starring Israel Arellanes and  Mariah Nottke featuring choreography by Anna Duval. Continue reading

1/3/15 O&A NYC Sunday Afternoon Jazz Concert: Sarah Vaughan: Live in ’58 & ’64

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Sarah Vaughan: Live in ’58 & ’64 is one of the finest examples of Vaughan on film. Here, Vaughan comes alive with facial expressions, grace and command. You find yourself in disbelief as she bends melodies, thrusts her jaw out while jauntily hitting impossible notes, and toys musically with her trios. Your appreciation of her nuances, risk-taking and physical beauty will positively skyrocketed after seeing this video. 
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