Eartha Mae Kitt was an actress, singer, cabaret star, dancer, stand-up comedienne, activist and voice artist. Known for her highly distinctive singing style and her 1953 recordings of C’est Si Bon and the enduring Christmas novelty smash Santa Baby. Both songs became US Top 10 hits. Orson Welles once called her the most exciting woman in the world.
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The New York City Breakers were the first Hip Hop group and to perform in Washington D.C for a sitting President, specifically Ronald Reagan, during the 1983, Kennedy Center Honors. Continue reading
By Walter Rutledge
By Walter Rutledge
Happy Birthday to one of the dance world’s icons Debbie Allen. We had the opportunity to talk to Ms. Allen about a wide range of her life experiences from segregated dance classes in her native Texas, to heartless rejection and finally coming into her own in New York City. We pay tribute to a living dance legend and activist born on January 16th.- Walter Rutledge
In 2015 O&A NYC Editor-in-Chief Walter Rutledge interviewed Debbie Allen at the Faison Firehouse Theater for Dance Noir Magazine (DNM). The print article would discuss her relationship with Katherine Dunham. The video was produced as visual notes for the upcoming Dunham article. When the magazine suspended publication, out of respect for DNM Founder/Editor-in-Chief Carol Lloyd, we held the material with hopes of eventually printing the article for DNM. After eight years Ms. Allen’s words remain relevant, inspiring and informative and should be shared. We call this first installment Empathy. Continue reading
By Walter Rutledge
In 2015 O&A NYC Editor-in-Chief Walter Rutledge interviewed Debbie Allen at the Faison Firehouse Theater for Dance Noir Magazine (DNM). The print article would discuss her relationship with Katherine Dunham. The video was produced as visual notes for the upcoming Dunham article. When the magazine suspended publication, out of respect for DNM Founder/Editor-in-Chief Carol Lloyd, we held the material with hopes of eventually printing the article for DNM. After eight years Ms. Allen’s words remain relevant, inspiring and informative and should be shared. We call this first installment Empathy. Continue reading
Eartha Mae Kitt was an actress, singer, cabaret star, dancer, stand-up comedienne, activist and voice artist. Known for her highly distinctive singing style and her 1953 recordings of C’est Si Bon and the enduring Christmas novelty smash Santa Baby. Both songs became US Top 10 hits. Orson Welles once called her the most exciting woman in the world.
Continue reading
Eartha Mae Kitt was an actress, singer, cabaret star, dancer, stand-up comedienne, activist and voice artist. Known for her highly distinctive singing style and her 1953 recordings of C’est Si Bon and the enduring Christmas novelty smash Santa Baby. Both songs became US Top 10 hits. Orson Welles once called her the most exciting woman in the world.
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Cabin in the Sky is a 1940 American musical with music by Vernon Duke, Lyrics by John La Touche, and a musical book by Lynn Root. The musical premiered on Broadway at the Martin Beck Theatre on October 25, 1940. It closed on March 8, 1941 after a total of 156 performances. It was directed by Albert Lewis and staged by George Balanchine. The Broadway production starred Ethel Waters as Petunia Jackson, Dooley Wilson as Little Joe Jackson, Katherine Dunham as Georgia Brown, Rex Ingram as Lucifer Junior, and Todd Duncan as The Lawd’s General. Continue reading
In 1948, Dunham and her company appeared in the Hollywood movie Casbah, with Tony Martin, Yvonne de Carlo, and Peter Lorre. The film was the cinematic debut of Eartha Kitt. Continue reading
By Walter Rutledge
To celebrate the Martha Graham Dance Company New York Season- February 14th thru 26th at the Joyce O&A NYC Magazine reposts Clive Thompson- The Graham Years
The life of a bank clerk at the Government Savings Bank in Kingston, Jamaica was not going be Clive Thompson’s fate; he had been a performer for most of his life. Clive and his sister Norma had been childhood favorites in the local talent shows and were part of the “opening act” in Children’s Corner Club at the Saturday matinees. After seeing the Katherine Dunham Dance Company perform and a chance encounter with modern dance teacher Ivy Baxter he began formal dance classes. Continue reading
Wollman Rink is a public ice rink in the southern part of Central Park, Manhattan, New York City. It is named after the Wollman family who donated the funds for its original construction. The rink is open for ice skating from late October to early April.
830 5th Ave, New York, NY 10065
If you want the holiday-fair experience but don't feel like braving the cold, head to Grand Central Terminal for the best of both worlds. The Grand Central Holiday Fair offers a diverse mix of products in an elegantly decorated environment—all in the warmth of Vanderbilt Hall. The market opens November 11 and closes December 24.
Grand Central Station
Claude Monet once claimed that Venice was “too beautiful to be painted,” a challenge he embraced by creating an extraordinary sequence of works depicting the Italian city. Monet and Venice is the first exhibition to focus on Monet’s luminous Venetian paintings—a radiant yet underexplored chapter in the artist’s late career—since their debut in 1912.
200 Eastern Parkway
Enter a winter wonderland unlike any other at the The New York Botanical Garden's Holiday Train Show, where cherished seasonal traditions find a home in our enchanting train displays, by day…or night.
The New York Botanical Garden
Encounter an artist who changed the face of portrait photography. Seydou Keïta: A Tactile Lens is the most expansive North American exhibition of the legendary Malian photographer’s work to date. More than 280 works include iconic prints, never-before-seen portraits, textiles, and Keïta’s personal artifacts, all brought to life with unique insights from his family.
Brooklyn Museum
Our European inspired open-air market, curated by Urbanspace, features artisans from New York City and around the world. Located along Bryant Park’s allées, plazas, and terraces, the Shops are housed in custom-designed, "jewel box" kiosks. Enjoy local crafts, artisan provisions, and exquisite gifts from around the world.
Bryant Park on the Upper and Fountain Terraces, northern and southern allées, rink deck, and along 40th Street.
To mark the centennial of The New Negro—the groundbreaking 1925 anthology of poetry, essays, and art edited by Alain Locke—The Gay Harlem Renaissance invites visitors to immerse themselves in the richness of Black LGBTQ+ life in the 1920s and 1930s.
The New York Historical
The Saks Fifth Avenue light show for 2025 is currently running nightly after sunset until around 11 PM, after debuting on November 24th. Located across from Rockefeller Center, the free show projects a music-driven, synchronized light display onto the building's facade every 10 minutes throughout the holiday season. A new "diamond-themed" light show is featured for 2025
611 Fifth Avenue
vildwerk. is a non-profit organization that brings the arts and conservation together to protect our planet. Through dance, we inspire action and deepen public engagement with urgent ecological issues.
NEW YORK LIVE ARTS
Join Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at New York City Center as the extraordinary dancers ignite the stage in electrifying new works and cherished audience favorites.
New York City CenterWollman Rink is a public ice rink in the southern part of Central Park, Manhattan, New York City. It is named after the Wollman family who donated the funds for its original construction. The rink is open for ice skating from late October to early April.
830 5th Ave, New York, NY 10065
If you want the holiday-fair experience but don't feel like braving the cold, head to Grand Central Terminal for the best of both worlds. The Grand Central Holiday Fair offers a diverse mix of products in an elegantly decorated environment—all in the warmth of Vanderbilt Hall. The market opens November 11 and closes December 24.
Grand Central StationClaude Monet once claimed that Venice was “too beautiful to be painted,” a challenge he embraced by creating an extraordinary sequence of works depicting the Italian city. Monet and Venice is the first exhibition to focus on Monet’s luminous Venetian paintings—a radiant yet underexplored chapter in the artist’s late career—since their debut in 1912.
200 Eastern ParkwayEnter a winter wonderland unlike any other at the The New York Botanical Garden's Holiday Train Show, where cherished seasonal traditions find a home in our enchanting train displays, by day…or night.
The New York Botanical GardenEncounter an artist who changed the face of portrait photography. Seydou Keïta: A Tactile Lens is the most expansive North American exhibition of the legendary Malian photographer’s work to date. More than 280 works include iconic prints, never-before-seen portraits, textiles, and Keïta’s personal artifacts, all brought to life with unique insights from his family.
Brooklyn Museum
A dance and wellness classes design for Older Adults taught by Walter Rutledge
720 Nereid Ave, Bronx, NY 10466
Our European inspired open-air market, curated by Urbanspace, features artisans from New York City and around the world. Located along Bryant Park’s allées, plazas, and terraces, the Shops are housed in custom-designed, "jewel box" kiosks. Enjoy local crafts, artisan provisions, and exquisite gifts from around the world.
Bryant Park on the Upper and Fountain Terraces, northern and southern allées, rink deck, and along 40th Street.
To mark the centennial of The New Negro—the groundbreaking 1925 anthology of poetry, essays, and art edited by Alain Locke—The Gay Harlem Renaissance invites visitors to immerse themselves in the richness of Black LGBTQ+ life in the 1920s and 1930s.
The New York HistoricalThe Saks Fifth Avenue light show for 2025 is currently running nightly after sunset until around 11 PM, after debuting on November 24th. Located across from Rockefeller Center, the free show projects a music-driven, synchronized light display onto the building's facade every 10 minutes throughout the holiday season. A new "diamond-themed" light show is featured for 2025
611 Fifth Avenue
vildwerk. is a non-profit organization that brings the arts and conservation together to protect our planet. Through dance, we inspire action and deepen public engagement with urgent ecological issues.
NEW YORK LIVE ARTSJoin Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at New York City Center as the extraordinary dancers ignite the stage in electrifying new works and cherished audience favorites.
New York City CenterWollman Rink is a public ice rink in the southern part of Central Park, Manhattan, New York City. It is named after the Wollman family who donated the funds for its original construction. The rink is open for ice skating from late October to early April.
830 5th Ave, New York, NY 10065
If you want the holiday-fair experience but don't feel like braving the cold, head to Grand Central Terminal for the best of both worlds. The Grand Central Holiday Fair offers a diverse mix of products in an elegantly decorated environment—all in the warmth of Vanderbilt Hall. The market opens November 11 and closes December 24.
Grand Central StationClaude Monet once claimed that Venice was “too beautiful to be painted,” a challenge he embraced by creating an extraordinary sequence of works depicting the Italian city. Monet and Venice is the first exhibition to focus on Monet’s luminous Venetian paintings—a radiant yet underexplored chapter in the artist’s late career—since their debut in 1912.
200 Eastern ParkwayEnter a winter wonderland unlike any other at the The New York Botanical Garden's Holiday Train Show, where cherished seasonal traditions find a home in our enchanting train displays, by day…or night.
The New York Botanical GardenEncounter an artist who changed the face of portrait photography. Seydou Keïta: A Tactile Lens is the most expansive North American exhibition of the legendary Malian photographer’s work to date. More than 280 works include iconic prints, never-before-seen portraits, textiles, and Keïta’s personal artifacts, all brought to life with unique insights from his family.
Brooklyn MuseumOur European inspired open-air market, curated by Urbanspace, features artisans from New York City and around the world. Located along Bryant Park’s allées, plazas, and terraces, the Shops are housed in custom-designed, "jewel box" kiosks. Enjoy local crafts, artisan provisions, and exquisite gifts from around the world.
Bryant Park on the Upper and Fountain Terraces, northern and southern allées, rink deck, and along 40th Street.
To mark the centennial of The New Negro—the groundbreaking 1925 anthology of poetry, essays, and art edited by Alain Locke—The Gay Harlem Renaissance invites visitors to immerse themselves in the richness of Black LGBTQ+ life in the 1920s and 1930s.
The New York HistoricalJoin Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at New York City Center as the extraordinary dancers ignite the stage in electrifying new works and cherished audience favorites
New York City CenterThe Saks Fifth Avenue light show for 2025 is currently running nightly after sunset until around 11 PM, after debuting on November 24th. Located across from Rockefeller Center, the free show projects a music-driven, synchronized light display onto the building's facade every 10 minutes throughout the holiday season. A new "diamond-themed" light show is featured for 2025
611 Fifth Avenue
Staten Island JAZZ Festival continues to draw fans with memorable live performances and a sound that stands out on stage. If you’re looking to catch a show this year, Staten Island JAZZ Festival tickets offer a chance to experience it all in person.
St. George Theatre, Staten Island NY
vildwerk. is a non-profit organization that brings the arts and conservation together to protect our planet. Through dance, we inspire action and deepen public engagement with urgent ecological issues.
NEW YORK LIVE ARTSJoin Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at New York City Center as the extraordinary dancers ignite the stage in electrifying new works and cherished audience favorites.
New York City CenterWollman Rink is a public ice rink in the southern part of Central Park, Manhattan, New York City. It is named after the Wollman family who donated the funds for its original construction. The rink is open for ice skating from late October to early April.
830 5th Ave, New York, NY 10065
If you want the holiday-fair experience but don't feel like braving the cold, head to Grand Central Terminal for the best of both worlds. The Grand Central Holiday Fair offers a diverse mix of products in an elegantly decorated environment—all in the warmth of Vanderbilt Hall. The market opens November 11 and closes December 24.
Grand Central StationClaude Monet once claimed that Venice was “too beautiful to be painted,” a challenge he embraced by creating an extraordinary sequence of works depicting the Italian city. Monet and Venice is the first exhibition to focus on Monet’s luminous Venetian paintings—a radiant yet underexplored chapter in the artist’s late career—since their debut in 1912.
200 Eastern ParkwayEnter a winter wonderland unlike any other at the The New York Botanical Garden's Holiday Train Show, where cherished seasonal traditions find a home in our enchanting train displays, by day…or night.
The New York Botanical GardenEncounter an artist who changed the face of portrait photography. Seydou Keïta: A Tactile Lens is the most expansive North American exhibition of the legendary Malian photographer’s work to date. More than 280 works include iconic prints, never-before-seen portraits, textiles, and Keïta’s personal artifacts, all brought to life with unique insights from his family.
Brooklyn MuseumOur European inspired open-air market, curated by Urbanspace, features artisans from New York City and around the world. Located along Bryant Park’s allées, plazas, and terraces, the Shops are housed in custom-designed, "jewel box" kiosks. Enjoy local crafts, artisan provisions, and exquisite gifts from around the world.
Bryant Park on the Upper and Fountain Terraces, northern and southern allées, rink deck, and along 40th Street.
To mark the centennial of The New Negro—the groundbreaking 1925 anthology of poetry, essays, and art edited by Alain Locke—The Gay Harlem Renaissance invites visitors to immerse themselves in the richness of Black LGBTQ+ life in the 1920s and 1930s.
The New York HistoricalJoin Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at New York City Center as the extraordinary dancers ignite the stage in electrifying new works and cherished audience favorites
New York City CenterThe Saks Fifth Avenue light show for 2025 is currently running nightly after sunset until around 11 PM, after debuting on November 24th. Located across from Rockefeller Center, the free show projects a music-driven, synchronized light display onto the building's facade every 10 minutes throughout the holiday season. A new "diamond-themed" light show is featured for 2025
611 Fifth Avenue
Wollman Rink is a public ice rink in the southern part of Central Park, Manhattan, New York City. It is named after the Wollman family who donated the funds for its original construction. The rink is open for ice skating from late October to early April.
830 5th Ave, New York, NY 10065
If you want the holiday-fair experience but don't feel like braving the cold, head to Grand Central Terminal for the best of both worlds. The Grand Central Holiday Fair offers a diverse mix of products in an elegantly decorated environment—all in the warmth of Vanderbilt Hall. The market opens November 11 and closes December 24.
Grand Central StationClaude Monet once claimed that Venice was “too beautiful to be painted,” a challenge he embraced by creating an extraordinary sequence of works depicting the Italian city. Monet and Venice is the first exhibition to focus on Monet’s luminous Venetian paintings—a radiant yet underexplored chapter in the artist’s late career—since their debut in 1912.
200 Eastern ParkwayEnter a winter wonderland unlike any other at the The New York Botanical Garden's Holiday Train Show, where cherished seasonal traditions find a home in our enchanting train displays, by day…or night.
The New York Botanical GardenEncounter an artist who changed the face of portrait photography. Seydou Keïta: A Tactile Lens is the most expansive North American exhibition of the legendary Malian photographer’s work to date. More than 280 works include iconic prints, never-before-seen portraits, textiles, and Keïta’s personal artifacts, all brought to life with unique insights from his family.
Brooklyn MuseumOur European inspired open-air market, curated by Urbanspace, features artisans from New York City and around the world. Located along Bryant Park’s allées, plazas, and terraces, the Shops are housed in custom-designed, "jewel box" kiosks. Enjoy local crafts, artisan provisions, and exquisite gifts from around the world.
Bryant Park on the Upper and Fountain Terraces, northern and southern allées, rink deck, and along 40th Street.
To mark the centennial of The New Negro—the groundbreaking 1925 anthology of poetry, essays, and art edited by Alain Locke—The Gay Harlem Renaissance invites visitors to immerse themselves in the richness of Black LGBTQ+ life in the 1920s and 1930s.
The New York HistoricalThe Saks Fifth Avenue light show for 2025 is currently running nightly after sunset until around 11 PM, after debuting on November 24th. Located across from Rockefeller Center, the free show projects a music-driven, synchronized light display onto the building's facade every 10 minutes throughout the holiday season. A new "diamond-themed" light show is featured for 2025
611 Fifth Avenue
Wollman Rink is a public ice rink in the southern part of Central Park, Manhattan, New York City. It is named after the Wollman family who donated the funds for its original construction. The rink is open for ice skating from late October to early April.
830 5th Ave, New York, NY 10065
If you want the holiday-fair experience but don't feel like braving the cold, head to Grand Central Terminal for the best of both worlds. The Grand Central Holiday Fair offers a diverse mix of products in an elegantly decorated environment—all in the warmth of Vanderbilt Hall. The market opens November 11 and closes December 24.
Grand Central StationClaude Monet once claimed that Venice was “too beautiful to be painted,” a challenge he embraced by creating an extraordinary sequence of works depicting the Italian city. Monet and Venice is the first exhibition to focus on Monet’s luminous Venetian paintings—a radiant yet underexplored chapter in the artist’s late career—since their debut in 1912.
200 Eastern ParkwayEnter a winter wonderland unlike any other at the The New York Botanical Garden's Holiday Train Show, where cherished seasonal traditions find a home in our enchanting train displays, by day…or night.
The New York Botanical GardenEncounter an artist who changed the face of portrait photography. Seydou Keïta: A Tactile Lens is the most expansive North American exhibition of the legendary Malian photographer’s work to date. More than 280 works include iconic prints, never-before-seen portraits, textiles, and Keïta’s personal artifacts, all brought to life with unique insights from his family.
Brooklyn MuseumOur European inspired open-air market, curated by Urbanspace, features artisans from New York City and around the world. Located along Bryant Park’s allées, plazas, and terraces, the Shops are housed in custom-designed, "jewel box" kiosks. Enjoy local crafts, artisan provisions, and exquisite gifts from around the world.
Bryant Park on the Upper and Fountain Terraces, northern and southern allées, rink deck, and along 40th Street.
To mark the centennial of The New Negro—the groundbreaking 1925 anthology of poetry, essays, and art edited by Alain Locke—The Gay Harlem Renaissance invites visitors to immerse themselves in the richness of Black LGBTQ+ life in the 1920s and 1930s.
The New York HistoricalThe Saks Fifth Avenue light show for 2025 is currently running nightly after sunset until around 11 PM, after debuting on November 24th. Located across from Rockefeller Center, the free show projects a music-driven, synchronized light display onto the building's facade every 10 minutes throughout the holiday season. A new "diamond-themed" light show is featured for 2025
611 Fifth Avenue
Join Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at New York City Center as the extraordinary dancers ignite the stage in electrifying new works and cherished audience favorites.
New York City Center
Wollman Rink is a public ice rink in the southern part of Central Park, Manhattan, New York City. It is named after the Wollman family who donated the funds for its original construction. The rink is open for ice skating from late October to early April.
830 5th Ave, New York, NY 10065
If you want the holiday-fair experience but don't feel like braving the cold, head to Grand Central Terminal for the best of both worlds. The Grand Central Holiday Fair offers a diverse mix of products in an elegantly decorated environment—all in the warmth of Vanderbilt Hall. The market opens November 11 and closes December 24.
Grand Central StationClaude Monet once claimed that Venice was “too beautiful to be painted,” a challenge he embraced by creating an extraordinary sequence of works depicting the Italian city. Monet and Venice is the first exhibition to focus on Monet’s luminous Venetian paintings—a radiant yet underexplored chapter in the artist’s late career—since their debut in 1912.
200 Eastern ParkwayEnter a winter wonderland unlike any other at the The New York Botanical Garden's Holiday Train Show, where cherished seasonal traditions find a home in our enchanting train displays, by day…or night.
The New York Botanical GardenEncounter an artist who changed the face of portrait photography. Seydou Keïta: A Tactile Lens is the most expansive North American exhibition of the legendary Malian photographer’s work to date. More than 280 works include iconic prints, never-before-seen portraits, textiles, and Keïta’s personal artifacts, all brought to life with unique insights from his family.
Brooklyn MuseumOur European inspired open-air market, curated by Urbanspace, features artisans from New York City and around the world. Located along Bryant Park’s allées, plazas, and terraces, the Shops are housed in custom-designed, "jewel box" kiosks. Enjoy local crafts, artisan provisions, and exquisite gifts from around the world.
Bryant Park on the Upper and Fountain Terraces, northern and southern allées, rink deck, and along 40th Street.
To mark the centennial of The New Negro—the groundbreaking 1925 anthology of poetry, essays, and art edited by Alain Locke—The Gay Harlem Renaissance invites visitors to immerse themselves in the richness of Black LGBTQ+ life in the 1920s and 1930s.
The New York HistoricalThe Saks Fifth Avenue light show for 2025 is currently running nightly after sunset until around 11 PM, after debuting on November 24th. Located across from Rockefeller Center, the free show projects a music-driven, synchronized light display onto the building's facade every 10 minutes throughout the holiday season. A new "diamond-themed" light show is featured for 2025
611 Fifth Avenue
Join Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at New York City Center as the extraordinary dancers ignite the stage in electrifying new works and cherished audience favorites.
New York City Center
Wollman Rink is a public ice rink in the southern part of Central Park, Manhattan, New York City. It is named after the Wollman family who donated the funds for its original construction. The rink is open for ice skating from late October to early April.
830 5th Ave, New York, NY 10065
Claude Monet once claimed that Venice was “too beautiful to be painted,” a challenge he embraced by creating an extraordinary sequence of works depicting the Italian city. Monet and Venice is the first exhibition to focus on Monet’s luminous Venetian paintings—a radiant yet underexplored chapter in the artist’s late career—since their debut in 1912.
200 Eastern ParkwayEnter a winter wonderland unlike any other at the The New York Botanical Garden's Holiday Train Show, where cherished seasonal traditions find a home in our enchanting train displays, by day…or night.
The New York Botanical GardenEncounter an artist who changed the face of portrait photography. Seydou Keïta: A Tactile Lens is the most expansive North American exhibition of the legendary Malian photographer’s work to date. More than 280 works include iconic prints, never-before-seen portraits, textiles, and Keïta’s personal artifacts, all brought to life with unique insights from his family.
Brooklyn MuseumOur European inspired open-air market, curated by Urbanspace, features artisans from New York City and around the world. Located along Bryant Park’s allées, plazas, and terraces, the Shops are housed in custom-designed, "jewel box" kiosks. Enjoy local crafts, artisan provisions, and exquisite gifts from around the world.
Bryant Park on the Upper and Fountain Terraces, northern and southern allées, rink deck, and along 40th Street.
To mark the centennial of The New Negro—the groundbreaking 1925 anthology of poetry, essays, and art edited by Alain Locke—The Gay Harlem Renaissance invites visitors to immerse themselves in the richness of Black LGBTQ+ life in the 1920s and 1930s.
The New York HistoricalThe Saks Fifth Avenue light show for 2025 is currently running nightly after sunset until around 11 PM, after debuting on November 24th. Located across from Rockefeller Center, the free show projects a music-driven, synchronized light display onto the building's facade every 10 minutes throughout the holiday season. A new "diamond-themed" light show is featured for 2025
611 Fifth Avenue
Join Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at New York City Center as the extraordinary dancers ignite the stage in electrifying new works and cherished audience favorites.
New York City Center
