1/30/23 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: Mister’s Robinson Neighborhood: Summer – SNL

Mr. Robinson (Eddie Murphy) offers boys and girls some suggestions on ways to make money during the summer in the hood. He suggests selling things like lemonade or jewelry or car stereos.

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1/29/23 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Something Has To Break- Kierra Sheard and Tasha Cobbs Leonard

Gospel singer and songwriter Kierra Sheard has a new song titled ‘Something Has To Break‘, accompanied by a video where she featured fellow singer Tasha Cobbs.
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1/29/23 O&A NYC DANCE HARKNESS BALLET- MORE STORIES ABOUT “AN AMERICAN BALLET STORY”: Kathryn Sullivan

An American Ballet Story takes us into the stages and studios of the Harkness Ballet through the stories of the dancers who were there. On April 20th 2023 A live screening of An American Ballet Storyat the New York Public Library Performing Arts – Bruno Walter Auditorium. O&A NYC Magazine Editor in Chief Walter Rutledge will moderate the post screening Q and A. If you have a stories you would like to share about your Harkness experience please send your articles (250- 500 words recommended) and a photo to walt.harkness@gmail.com.

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1/24/23 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: Trump’s Awkward Eulogy

Wanda Sykes covers the latest news, including Trump’s awkward eulogy at Diamond’s funeral, more classified documents found in President Biden’s home, the Church of England blessing same sex marriage but not allowing same sex weddings in the church, and a ridiculous oil and gas commercial. Continue reading

1/23/23 O&A NYC HOLLYWOOD MONDAY: Sparkle

With a plot inspired by the history of the Supremes, Sparkle is a period film set in Harlem, New York during the late 1950s and early 1960s. Continue reading

1/22/23 O&A NYC SUNDAY BRUNCH: How To Make Lobster Mac & Cheese

On a cold rainy Sunday what is better comfort food than Lobster Mac & Cheese! Continue reading

1/22/23 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Darrell Winn- There Is a Balm in Gilead 

Darrell Winn singing There Is a Balm in Gilead at Family Worship Center, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Reverend Jimmy Swaggart arranged this beautiful rendition. Continue reading

1/21/23 O&A NYC IN MEMORIAM: Lupe Serrano and Jacques d’Amboise- Black Swan Pas De Deux (1960)

Lupe Serrano, a former prima ballerina with American Ballet Theater died on Monday in Syosset, N.Y. at age 92. A petite powerhouse, Ms. Serrano dazzled audiences with virtuosic technique, steely strength and an exuberant stage personality. She excelled in classical and modern choreography during her 18 years with American Ballet Theater , which she joined as a principal dancer in 1953. American audiences had rarely seen a female dancer achieve the soaring jumps, fleet footwork and swift turns that Ms. Serrano executed with aplomb.

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1/19/23 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: Only Black Kid In School – Donald Glover: Comedy Central Presents – Full Special

Donald Glover warns against taking advice from Tracy Morgan and details the anatomy of a Black nerd. Comedy Central did a comedy special with Donald Glover. Continue reading

1/16/23 O&A NYC GOING BACK TO AFRICA WALESTYLEZ: Clash of Nyash Lovers . 🇬🇭 vs 🇳🇬 Jeffrey Nortey | Sirbalo

Jeffrey Nortey is Ghanian born actor, spoken-word artist, comedian and television presenter.While growing up Jeffrey Nortey wanted to become an actor. Jeffrey Nortey started acting professionally in 2013 when he did his first paid job.  Continue reading