5/10/26 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY: Shirley Caesar- I Remember Mama

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Shirley Ann Caesar-Williams, known professionally as Shirley Caesar is considered the First Lady of Gospel Music. The singer, songwriter and recording artist career has spanned over six decades. Caesar is a multi-award winning artist, with eleven Grammy Awards and seven Dove Awards to her credit. 

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5/8/26 O&A NYC SHALL WE DANCE FRIDAY: It’s Not That Serious – A Dance Film by Ricky Ubeda

Shall We Dance Friday

It’s Not That Serious is a Short Contemporary Dance Film directed and choreographed by Ricky Ubeda, the winner of So You Think You Can Dance Season 11. Released in December 2025, the film features a high-energy ensemble performance set to the track Sympathy by Vampire Weekend. Continue reading

5/8/26 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: Amy Schumer Mother Knows Best – SNL

Three mother-child pairs (Cecily Strong, Aidy Bryant, Chris Redd, Leslie Jones, Mikey Day, Kate McKinnon) compete on Mother Knows Best, hosted by Shelby McAllister (Amy Schumer).
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5/7/26 O&A NYC WALESTYLEZ FASHION: Eric Emanuel’s Spring/Summer 2026 Collection

Eric Emanuel remains in his evolution era. he’s been focused on extending the brand’s design ethos across different fabrics and frames of reference, really focusing on dialing in the ready-to-wear arm of its universe.  Continue reading

5/7/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Chris Brown ft. Leon Thomas – Fallin

Fallin is a single by R&B artist Chris Brown featuring Leon Thomas, released on May 1, 2026. The track is the final single from Brown’s 12th studio album, Brown. Directed by Travis Colbert, the 1930s-themed video features cameo appearances by Usher and Tank. Continue reading

5/7/26 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: David Gborie – Famous From The Back

Famous From The Back is a stand-up comedy bit by David Gborie.In this routine, Gborie recounts a visit to a farmers market with his wife where they felt they were overpaying for hummus. The highlight occurs when a woman from his junior high school recognizes him—but only from behind. After catching up, the woman leaves, leading his wife to make a pointed comment about being recognized “from the back”. Continue reading

5/6/26 O&A NYC WILDIN OUT WEDNESDAY: The Notorious B.I.G. WARNING

The Trap Animation version of Warning by The Notorious B.I.G. is a viral animated tribute that reimagines the classic 1994 track. This animation brings Biggie’s vivid storytelling to life, illustrating the famous 5:46 AM phone call and the subsequent plot to rob him. Continue reading

5/5/26 O&A NYC BY WALTER RUTLEDGE: What Is The Gateways Festival Orchestra?

By Walter Rutledge

Dance is a supportive/collaborative art. It requires costumes, lighting, sets, and music. The two disciplines with the closest bond are the marriage between movement and music. If the music provides the melody, then the dance are the visual lyrics. This was the bond between the Dance Theatre of Harlem (DTH) and members of the Gatesway Festival Orchestra (GFO) during the dance’s company New York City Season April 16th thru April 19th at New York City Center. The dance company and orchestra performed the revival of DTH’s iconic Firebird ballet, and it proved to be an extremely harmonious relationship. Continue reading

5/5/26 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: Comedian Blaq Ron – Ladies Love Toxic Men

In his viral stand-up routine, Dallas based comedian Blaq Ron humorously argues that women are often drawn to “toxic” traits in men—behaviors he claims were simply standard masculine traits he was raised with. Continue reading