11/16/25 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Cece Winan – The First Noel

O&A NYC heralds in the holiday season a little early with the release of a new classic. CeCe Winans has a popular rendition of the classic hymn The First Noel. She has released multiple versions, including a recent solo single in November 2025 and a collaboration with her brother BeBe Winans in 1993. Continue reading

11/15/25 O&A NYC ITS SATURDAY – ANYTHING GOES: Cirque du Soleil O”, KÀ, AMALUNA -60 Minute Special

Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled experience like never before as Cirque du Soleil proudly unveil O”, KÀ, AMALUNA an electrifying high-action intensity 60-minute special that will leave your heart pounding, your jaw dropping, and your senses on high-alert! Continue reading

11/15/25 O&A NYC SATURDAY MORNING CONCERT: Paul Taylor Dancemaker (1998)

A look at Paul Taylor (1930-2018) and his dance company over several months in 1997. Preparation of Taylor’s piece, Piazzolla Caldera, from conception and rehearsals to opening night at City Center, frames the film.

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11/14/25 O&A NYC IRIE FRIDAY: Vicious – Freak

 

Freaks is a popular Hip Hop and Dancehall song by the artist Vicious (also known as Lil Vicious), released in 1994. The track features a collaboration with the legendary beatboxer and rapper Doug E. Fresh

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11/14/25 O&A Shall We Dance Friday: Promethean Fire- Paul Taylor Dance Company

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Promethean Fire (2002) is danced to the music of three of Leopold Stokowski’s famous Bach transcriptions (Opus 116). The ensemble work is one of Paul Taylor’s six ballets set to the music of the baroque master. This excerpt is the first movement choreographed to the celebrated Toccata and Fugue in D minor.   Continue reading

11/13/25 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY: Lena Horne – If You Believe (The Wiz 1978)

If You Believe was one of the many magical performances from the 1970s musical film, The Wiz. Actress and Living legend Lena Horne was one of the most talented, elegant & beautiful performers of her time! Great song, great musical, great message! Continue reading

11/12/25 O&A NYC WALESTYLEZ HIP HOP WEDNESDAY: Young M.A – Thumperz

Thumperz  is the title of a recent single by Hip Hop artist Young M.A (Katorah Kasanova Marrero). The track was released on November 7, 2025, via M.A Music / 3D, and the accompanying visual has been described as a “movie” by the artist. Continue reading

11/12/25 O&A NYC WILDIN OUT WEDNESDAY: STORYBOARD P DANCING AT SADLER’S WELLS/ LONDON

In May of 2012 flexin/mutant performer and New York Dance and Performance Awards (The Bessies) winner Storyboard P was invited to perform at the Breakin Convention at the world renowned Sadler’s Well in London, England. It was this very performance that helped Storyboard P win this prestigious dance award. Continue reading

11/11/25 O&A NYC DANCE BY WALTER RUTLEDGE: Paul Taylor Dance Company Gala Recap

Taylor Time is in full swing. The Paul Taylor Dance Company held their Gala performance tonight at New York State Theater in Lincoln Center. The evening presented two world premieres by Resident Choreographers Lauren Lovette and Robert Battle and the Taylor classic Sunset. This is a quick recap of the evening. A review(s) will follow, but we wanted to keep you in the know. Continue reading

11/10/25 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Jon Batiste Lean On My Love (ft. Andra Day)

Lean On My Love (ft. Andra Day) from Jon Batiste’s album Big Money
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