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8/3/26 O&A NYC DANCE BY WALTER RUTLEDGE: Danni Gee Talks Ballet Festival

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By Walter Rutledge

The Joyce Ballet Festival returns to the Joyce’s Tino & Rajika Puri Auditorium August 3 though August 16. Former American Ballet Principal Dancer Misty Copeland has curated a stellar festival featuring outstanding choreography performed by an impressive roster of world class artists. Each night will feel like a gala performance. Choreographers Kyle Abraham, Bob Fosse, Alonzo King, José Limón, Dwight Rhoden, Rudolf Nureyev, John Taras, Ingrid Silva, Houston Thomas and a new work by Aleisha Walker commissioned by the Joyce complete the roster – and that’s just the roster for the first week! Continue reading

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8/2/26 O&A NYC SUNDAY AFTERNOON JAZZ CONCERT: Tatiana Tate Performs Live at Wonder Full – Stevie Wonder Tribute at Grand Performances

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On Saturday, July 18, 2026, standout trumpeter Tatiana Tate delivered an acclaimed live performance at the Wonder Full Tribute to the music of Stevie Wonder hosted by Grand Performances. Continue reading

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8/2/26 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Lee Williams – Jesus Will Fix It (Trouble In My Way)

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Experience the powerful gospel message of Lee Williams as he delivers the timeless anthem ‘Jesus Will Fix It (Trouble In My Way).’ This soul-stirring performance offers spiritual comfort and unwavering hope through its profound lyrics and heartfelt delivery. Continue reading

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7/31/26 O&A NYC DANCE REVIEW BY WALTER RUTLEDGE: Philadanco – A Must See

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By Walter Rutledge

Question: What do you get when you combine strong performers, stellar choreography and exceptional production elements? 
Answer: You get Philadanco! Continue reading

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7/30/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Nigel Sylvester ft. Stove God Cooks, Chello – Brick After

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The official music video for Brick After by professional BMX rider Nigel Sylvester, featuring Hip Hop artists Stove God Cooks and CHELLO, officially released on July 28, 2026. Continue reading

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7/30/26 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY: Whitney Houston – It’s Not Right But It’s Okay

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When You Believe is a critically acclaimed duet recorded by American vocal powerhouses Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey. Released on November 17, 1998, the power ballad served as the theme song for the DreamWorks animated feature film The Prince Of Egypt and was featured on both Houston’s album My Love Is Your Love and Carey’s compilation. Continue reading

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7/29/26 O&A NYC STOP THE PRESSES: Tommie-Waheed Evans Talks Philadanco

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By Walter Rutledge

The Philadelphia Dance Company aka Philadanco begins their New York City Season tonight July 29th at the Joyce Theater. The five day, six performance season will feature works by four choreographers Thang Dao, Rennie Harris,  Christopher Huggins and Co-Artistic Director Tommie-Waheed Evans. O&A NYC Editor-in-Chief Walter Rutledge caught up with Evans during the afternoon rehearsal to discuss the New York City season.

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7/29/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY SPECIAL: Ne-Yo – Dance Right Now

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The Dance Right Now official music video features Ne-Yo and friends bringing a lively party to a rustic saloon, fostering connection, community, and stepping outside comfort zones. It showcases his new Country infused R&B sound. Continue reading

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7/29/26 O&A NYC WALESTYLEZ HIP HOP WEDNESDAY: Fat Joe, Jadakiss, Stove God Cooks – The Aroma

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The Aroma is a prominent collaborative Hip Hop single by Fat Joe, Jadakiss, and Stove God Cooks, released in July 2026. The track serves as a lead single from Fat Joe’s upcoming studio album, Organized Crhyme. Continue reading

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7/28/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Chad Hugo Ft. Tierra Whack, Leikeli47 – Jumpupw!nya

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Jumpupw!nya is the first-ever official solo single and music video released by the legendary producer and The Neptunes co-founder Chad Hugo, dropped on July 23, 2026. Continue reading