This Week

To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Martha Graham Dance Company, April 8 through April 12 at the New York City Center, O&A NYC Magazine reposts Martha Graham’s Appalachian Spring. Appalachian Spring premiered on October 30th, 1944, at the Library of Congress, Coolidge Auditorium in Washington DC, with Martha Graham… Continue reading

NEW YORK — It looked like the NewYork Yankees were going to have a great day with the sticks on Wednesday night at Yankee Stadium. After all, they scored two quick runs off right-hander (and former Yankee) Luis Severino in the first inning. But New York’s lumber was silenced the… Continue reading

Dance Theatre of Harlem (DTH) has a long tradition of collaborating with visual artists, including Richard Barcliff, Geoffrey Holder, Hilary Knight, and Artis Lane among others, to help bring ballets to life beyond the stage. Continue reading

In this James Bond parody, Donald J Trump is Acrid Goldsphincter in Executive Odors‘ version of the classic Bond Goldfinger theme song. All voices and singing performed in studio by Executive Odors. All music performed by real musicians. Continue reading

NewYork Yankees manager Aaron Boone usually inserts third baseman Ryan McMahon in the starting lineup against right-handed pitching. But McMahon is currently riding a 2-for-23 slump, and Boone had a feeling that Amed Rosario was the right guy to get the start against Athletics righty Aaron Civale on Tuesday night… Continue reading

The Jabbawockeez delivered a high-energy guest performance at the Red Bull BC One World Final 2022 held on November 12 at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City. Continue reading

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 Please Let Me Stay is a tragic duet from the Department of Disposable Loyalty. As the latest wave of loyalists are quietly shown the door, Pam Bondi and Kristi Noem, two true believers, face the unthinkable: what comes next!.  Continue reading

Netflix is giving Football fans an unprecedented look into the life of one of the sport’s greatest magicians. The streaming giant has officially released the full-length trailer for Ronaldinho: The One and Only, a highly anticipated three-episode documentary series. Continue reading

More Than A Lover is a mid-tempo R&B single by Mary J. Blige, released as an exclusive Valentine’s Day track. Produced by Camper, the song celebrates a deep, “transcendent romance” that goes beyond surface-level connection. Continue reading

This powerful motivational speech video by Absolute Motivation is about stepping away from distractions, cutting the noise, and putting all your energy into becoming who you said you would be. It focuses on discipline, consistency, focus, and the mindset required to work in silence without needing validation.  Continue reading

Get an exclusive tour of the Trump Presidential Library and Museum from a very excited Donald Trump. Where nothing is overlooked… except the books. Continue reading

By Walter Rutledge   Lloyd Knight is living art. There is no other way to describe him. A master of his art form, while remaining one of its most humble servants. Continue reading

When Sunday Comes performed by Daryl Coley was featured on Donald Lawrence’s 1995 gospel narrative album Bible Stories.  Continue reading

Michael Keaton shares what’s inside his Easter basket, including a plush bunny, a DVD of the movie Friday and Jordan almonds. Continue reading

By Walter Rutledge The second week of Hubbard Street Dance Chicago began Tuesday March 31 and runs thru Easter Sunday, April 5th at the Joyce Theater. The two-week run offered two programs each running for six consecutive days and seven performances.  Week two features choreography by Aszure Barton, Bob Fosse,… Continue reading

The official trailer for Backrooms, a highly anticipated supernatural psychological horror film from A24, was released on March 31, 2026. A strange doorway appears in the basement of “Cap’n Clark’s Ottoman Empire,” a furniture showroom. A psychologist (Renate Reinsve) is forced to enter a terrifying alternate dimension of endless, yellow… Continue reading

Tessanne Chin’s (Jamaican-Chinese Artist) music is a diverse blend of several genres, most notably Reggae, Pop, R&B and Rock. She frequently describes her own signature sound as a “sultry fusion” of these styles, often incorporating dancehall influences while maintaining soulful vocals. Continue reading

Bully featuring CeeLo Green is the title track from Ye’s (Kanye West) solo album BULLY, which was released on March 28, 2026. The track serves as the centerpiece of the 18-track project, marking Ye’s first solo album in four years. Continue reading

Open The Strait – Trump sings Huge Ultimatum Reggae an AI-generated parody song released in late March 2026. The track features a synthesized version of Donald Trump’s voice delivering a high-stakes geopolitical “ultimatum”—likely regarding the Strait of Hormuz—set to a laid-back reggae beat. Continue reading

All The Love is a track by Ye (formerly Kanye West) featuring André Troutman, released as the fourth song on his twelfth solo studio album, BULLY. Continue reading

Sade performing ‘Is It A Crime’ at Live Aid in front of 72,000 people in Wembley Stadium, London on the July 13, 1985. The event was organised by Sir Bob Geldof and Midge Ure to raise funds for the Ethiopian famine disaster. Broadcast across the world via one of the… Continue reading

One of the earliest captured live versions of Ooo Baby Baby featuring Smokey Robinson and The Miracles on the television show Ready Steady Go. The 1965 live performance showcases the group in their prime. Continue reading

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Pro Motion and Units Mobb faced off in a crew dance battle during the Red Bull Combo event in early 2026. This competition format focuses on mixed-style crew choreography, requiring different dance disciplines like popping, breaking, and hip-hop to synchronize and perform routines together. Continue reading

Masters of The Universe is an upcoming American sword and sorcery film directed by Travis Knight and written by Chris Butler, Aaron and Adam Nee and David Callaham. Based on the Masters of The Universe media franchise by Mattel, it is the second live-action film adaptation after the 1987 film. Continue reading

Bianca Censori has officially unveiled her self-directed music video for Father a collaborative track from Ye and Travis Scott. Premiering alongside the release of Ye’s new album BULLY, the buzzed-about visual project takes the form of a short film set within a surreal dream that exists entirely outside of conventional… Continue reading

Shouting At The Wall is the debut official single by MC Abdul (Abdalrahman Alshantti), a young Palestinian Rapper from Gaza. Released on June 29, 2021, when he was just 12 years old, the track serves as a powerful commentary on life under occupation and the resilience of those living in Gaza.… Continue reading

For nearly four games, the New York Yankees bullpen had been untouchable. It took just a few pitches in the ninth inning Monday for that run to end, sending the club to its first defeat of the season.Cal Raleigh lined a run-scoring, walk-off single facing Paul Blackburn in a 2-1… Continue reading

So Easy To Fall in Love is by British R&B artist Olivia Dean, released on September 26,2025 as the fourth single from her second studio album The Art of Loving, which was released on the same day. Continue reading

HBO has debuted the second trailer for the highly anticipated third season of Sam Levinson’s Euphoria.The three-minute visual gives audiences a clearer picture of where the characters have ended up five years since the events of season two. Zendaya’s Rue takes on a job transporting drugs from Mexico to the… Continue reading

Canadian hip-hop artist Zach Diamond released a single, Rules, on March 6, 2026. The song’s motivational lyrics centered on self-love and resilience has gained it significant traction on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok. Continue reading

The Harlem Sandman features Nick Stewart, Count Basie, Jack Williams, Dorothy Dandridge, Ernest Morrison and Pops & Louie from Hit Parade of 1943. Continue reading

King Bach released a parody of Ryan Coogler‘s film Sinners in May 2025. The sketch was written and directed by King Bach and features a guest appearance by Taye Diggs, who also served as an executive producer for the project.  Continue reading

In 1994, Whitney Houston took the stage in Durban, South Africa, making her the first major Western musician to visit the newly unified, post-apartheid nation following President Nelson Mandela’s winning election. This performance was more than a concert; it was a celebration of freedom, hope, and unity. Whitney’s powerhouse voice… Continue reading

By Walter Rutledge The Hubbard Street Dance Chicago is presenting their New York City season from March 17th until Easter Sunday April 5th. The two-week season will offer two eclectic programs featuring a total of six works. The March season also marks the fifth anniversary of Artistic Director Linda-Denise Fisher-Harrell… Continue reading

When I Pray  by Gospel artist DOE (Dominique Jones), featured on her debut album Clarity. The uplifting ballad topped Billboard’s Gospel Airplay and MediaBase charts in September 2022, focusing on connecting with God through struggles, and earned a Dove Award nomination.  Continue reading

Aye Kan (Are You Coming Back?) is a collaborative single by legendary Beninese artist Angélique Kidjo and Nigerian AfroPop star Ayra Starr, released on March 27, 2026. Continue reading

TLC, En Vogue, and Salt-N-Pepa performed a historic joint medley for the first time ever at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Continue reading

Thea Viale – I’m The Strict Grandmother is a popular stand-up comedy bit by American comedian and actress Thea Vidale. In this routine, she discusses her philosophy that a grandmother’s role isn’t just to spoil grandchildren, but to teach them discipline and appreciation. Continue reading

The official trailer for Stranger Things: Tales From ‘85, an upcoming animated spinoff of the global phenomenon, has been released by Netflix, offering a vibrant and action-packed look at Hawkins through a new lens.Produced in a stylized 3D animation format, the trailer opens with the familiar group – Mike, Dustin,… Continue reading

The Charlotte Hornets defeated the NewYork Knicks, 114-103 tonight in Charlotte. Kon Knueppel finished with a team-high 26, 11 and 8 assists for the Hornets, while LaMelo Ball tallied 22, 6 and 5 rebounds in the game. Jalen Brunson recorded 26, 13 and 2 rebounds. The Hornets improve their record… Continue reading

The AIR MAX DAY with O and STAPLE NYC meetup, featuring Wallie Lu and Safe Lo, was a high-energy community event held in March 2026 to celebrate sneaker and street culture. The event combined the annual Nike Air Max Day festivities with a focus on vintage and high-end outerwear. Continue reading

In her popular stand-up bit, Tacarra Williams recounts a hilarious and relatable parenting moment when her daughter told her she hated her. Continue reading

All The Man That I Need is one of Whitney Houston’s most iconic power ballads, released in December 1990 as the second single from her third studio album, I’m Your Baby Tonight. Produced by Narada Michael Walden, the track is celebrated for its gospel-infused climax and a soulful saxophone solo… Continue reading

Save The Best For Last is by R&B artist Vanessa Williams from her second studio album, The Comfort Zone. Written by Phil Galdston, Jon Lind and Wendy Waldman, and produced by Keith Thomas, Wing and Mercury Records released it as the album’s third single on January 14, 1992. . Continue reading

HBO has released the first official teaser for its upcoming Harry Potter series adaptation, officially titled Harry Potter and The Philosopher’s Stone. Based on J.K. Rowling’s beloved books, the eight-episode first season will debut on HBO and stream exclusively on HBO Max in Christmas 2026. Continue reading

By Walter Rutledge Ailey II presented their fifty second New York City season March 17 through March 22 at the Joyce Theater. The sold out six-day eight performance season offered two programs New Works and Legacy/Future. The season featured Alvin Ailey’s masterwork Streams and four New York City premieres by… Continue reading

President Trump happily accepts a mysterious Gift from his enemies in Iran, but forces TSA agents to work without pay as air travelers wait in 9-hour lines, all because he refuses to approve a deal between congressional Republicans and Democrats.  Continue reading

Freeway of Love is a classic hit by Aretha Franklin, released as the lead single from her thirtieth studio album, Who’s Zoomin’ Who?. The song marked a major comeback for the Queen Of Soul, becoming her highest-charting single in over a decade and earning her a Grammy Award for Best… Continue reading

BattleFest Extreme is a prominent street dance league featuring high-energy, competitive performances. Key matchups, including OGz vs.Vets and Emotions vs. Pumpkin, represent the evolution of this intense dance style, showcased in videos highlighting league battles. Continue reading

Love Is Blind is by Hip Hop artist Eve, the official remix featuring  Faith Evans was released from Eve’s second studio album Scorpion.The song is directed toward a man who had been abusing Eve’s best friend. Continue reading

I Can Do It is a popular motivational speech video featuring Lisa Nichols, primarily distributed by platforms like Motiversity and Goalcast. The speech centers on the idea that “being broke is only a mindset” and details Nichols’ personal journey from severe financial struggle to global influence. Continue reading

Hey Luenell is the official YouTube series hosted by Luenell Campbell, the veteran comedian known as the “Original Bad Girl of Comedy”. Continue reading

I Miss You (Come Back Home) is the debut single by  R&B artist Monifah, featuring Hip Hop artists Heavy D and McGruff.The song was notably featured on the soundtrack for the popular NYC police drama New York Undercover. Continue reading

The live – action reimagining of Disney’s Moana arrives in theaters on July 10, 2026, starring Catherine Lagaʻaia as Moana and Dwayne Johnson, who reprises his role as the demigod Maui. Continue reading

The NewYork Knicks defeated the Washington Wizards, 145-113 tonight in New York. Karl-Anthony Towns contributed a team-high 26,16 and 3 assists, with Jalen Brunson of the Knicks adding an additional 23 points. Continue reading

The Harder They Fall is a American Western Film directed by Jeymes Samuel, who co-wrote the screenplay with Boaz Yakin.The film stars Jonathan Majors, Idris Elba, Zazie Beetz, Regina King, Delroy Lindo, Lakeith Stanfield, RJ Cyler, Danielle Deadwyler, Edi Gathegi and Deon Cole. Continue reading

Lena Horne performed by The Lady Is a Tramp from the musical Babes in Arms (1937). The musical features music by Richard Rodgers and lyrics by Lorenz Hart. Continue reading

“Soldiers In The Army” (often titled “I’m a Soldier In the Army of the Lord”) is a classic gospel song famously recorded and performed by the legendary Rev. James Cleveland. Continue reading

Oleta Adams, Grammy-nominated singer, pianist, and songwriter, performed live at the Miramar Cultural Center in 2024, wowing the crowd with her soulful mix of R&B, gospel, and jazz. Continue reading

Loser is a popular dancehall track by Lady Saw  (Marion Hall) featuring Cecile.The song is a “diss track” or empowerment anthem where the two artists trade verses about a man who has lost his appeal or status. The hook repeatedly labels him a loser for wasting their time. Continue reading

Wanda Sykes: Tongue Untied is a 2003 stand-up comedy special that marked a significant milestone in Wanda Sykes career as her first hour-long solo special. Premiering on July 22, 2003, on Comedy Central, the special was filmed before a live audience at the Palace Theatre in Albany, New York. Continue reading

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Marvel Studios and Sony Pictures have officially released the first trailer for Spider-Man: Brand New Day, marking Tom Holland’s highly anticipated return to the cinematic franchise. Continue reading

The behavior you’re describing—where Aunties aggressively brag about their grandsons’ heights, jobs, or marriages—is a popular cultural trope often used in comedy to highlight the competitive nature of family pride. Continue reading

A-Tisket, A-Tasket is the 1938 breakout hit that catapulted Ella Fitzgerald to national stardom. Co-written by Fitzgerald and arranger Al Feldman (Van Alexander), the song is a playful jazz adaptation of a 19th-century children’s nursery rhyme. Ella famously performed the song in her 1942 film debut, Ride ‘Em Cowboy. Continue reading

The NewYork Knicks defeated the Indiana Pacers, 136-110 tonight in New York. Josh Hart contributed a team-high 33, 7, 5 and 5 three pointers, with OG Anunoby of the Knicks adding an additional 26 points in the game.  Continue reading

This is year 2 of Harlem Fashion Row teaming up with these iconic brands to present two amazing Pop-ups showcasing Black Excellence in fashion, featuring designers and creatives. Check out Styles Lewis and special guest host Ron Cook as they meet a few new need to know faces of fashion. Continue reading

By Alex Smith, Jr. Sunday night was the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ (AMPAS) 98th Oscar Awards at the Dolby Theatre, in Los Angeles, CA. I have watched the Oscars for decades now. I have found some Oscar programs better than others. I can’t remember any of them… Continue reading

The Comedy Sketch Coming Out To Your Auntie is featured in Series 3, Episode 1 of the BBC sketch show Famalam. In this skit, the character Jason brings his friend Patrick home to meet his African aunties and reveals that they are actually lovers. Continue reading

First time nominee Michael B. Jordan won the best actor Oscar on ​Sunday for playing twin brothers in the genre-bending vampire ‌tale Sinners. Jordan took to the stage for his acceptance speech, thanking director Ryan Coogler for giving him the opportunity to be seen and heard. Continue reading

The NewYork Knicks defeated the Golden State Warriors, 110-107 tonight in New York. Jalen Brunson contributed a team-high 30, 9 assists 2 steals and 2 three pointers, with Karl-Anthony Towns of the Knicks adding an additional 17 points (7-12 FG). Continue reading

Jury is by R&B/Soul artist by Kiana Ledé. It is featured as a standout track on the deluxe version of her third studio album, Cut Ties (Deluxe). Continue reading

A census taker (Tina Fey) faces a woman (Betty White) with confusing answers to her most basic questions. Continue reading

The musical tribute to Sinner at the 98th Academy Awards featuring a special appearance by former American Ballet Theatre principal dance Misty Copeland. Continue reading

Michael B. Jordan inspired the fitness community with his tranformation for Black Panther as villain Erik Killmonger. Jordan continued to build on the physique he established for Creed take bulking up to a new level. Continue reading

  Our conversation with Ailey II Artistic Director Francesca Harper and company members Adanna Smalls about the upcoming New York City season March 17 through 22 at the Joyce Theater continues. Harper shares with Out and About NYC Magazine Editor-in-Chief Walter Rutledge about season highlights at the beginning of her… Continue reading

The Valentino Spring/Summer 1992 Collection in Paris was a highly acclaimed, 1960s-inspired line that epitomized Valentino Garavani’s signature timeless elegance.  Continue reading

Go Get It is a hit Gospel single and the title track of the 2012 compilation album by the R&B/Gospel duo Mary Mary. The song is known for its empowering message about faith and perseverance, encouraging listeners to pursue their “blessings” because it is their “season”. Continue reading

 Famalam sketch satirizes intense competition among African aunties in church, focusing on competitive dressing, excessive donations for praise, and dramatic displays of spirituality to outdo one another. Continue reading

Ailey II returns to the Joyce Theater for their New York City season March 17 through 22. The all too short season will feature two programs. New Works featuring cutting edge choreography from inspired emerging dance makers and Legacy/Future which is an exciting mix of established and emerging artists including… Continue reading

A look back at some of the times Beth Dutton took care of business for herself, her family, and others on Yellowstone. Relive Beth’s most cunning business maneuvers from Yellowstone. This compilation showcases strategic land acquisitions and high-stakes corporate battles. Witness a masterclass in power plays and financial dominance. Continue reading

The Works & Process performing arts series at the Guggenheim Museum recently hosted a preview and discussion of American Ballet Theatre’s revival of Othello: A Dance in Three Acts. The presentation featured a discussion moderated by ABT Artistic Director Susan Jaffe with choreographer Lar Lubovitch, offering insights into his creative process and the… Continue reading

I’m Outta Love is by Pop artist Anastacia, released as her debut single. Written by Anastacia, Sam Watters and Louis Biancaniello and produced by the latter two, it was released on February 29, 2000, as the lead single from her debut album, Not That Kind. Continue reading

Teyana Taylor and Jordan Brand are officially ready to let their latest collaborative project bloom. Nike has finally released official images of the Teyana Taylor x Air Jordan 3 Concrete Rose. Building on the massive success of her previous footwear work, this upcoming release evolves her signature floral theme into… Continue reading

Die For You is a single by Dancehall artist Shenseea. The track was produced by frequent collaborator Rvssian and is also featured on her 2024 album, Never Gets Late Here. Continue reading

The Bad Bitch Support Group is a celebrated sketch from the premiere episode of HBO’s A Black Lady Sketch Show. It satirizes the exhausting societal pressures and impossible beauty standards required to maintain a Bad Bitch persona 24/7. Continue reading

Comedian Marie Faustin jokes about getting creepy compliments from strangers, having a Disney villain laugh, and why she wanted to have a white lady therapist in her hilarious Don’t Tell Comedy set! Continue reading

Sarah Lois Vaughan  was described by Scott Yanow as having “one of the most wondrous voices of the 20th century. Continue reading

Both dancers made it to the finals of the I Got Next Finals. Bootsie battles Davincii at the end of the 4Way Battle. Davincii wins a Main Card Battle. Off The Grid Live is another dance arena within the Flexn community. March 14th will be the comeback of Off The… Continue reading

In the classic sketch comedy series In Living Color, Kim Wayans played the iconic character Benita Butrell, a nosy neighborhood woman who lived in the Hopkins Projects. Continue reading

Not Tonight (Ladies Night Remix) is a legendary Hip Hop collaboration released on June 24, 1997, for the soundtrack of the film Nothing to Lose. It features Lil’ Kim alongside Missy Elliott, Da Brat, Left Eye (Lisa Lopes) and Angie Martinez. Continue reading

In her 2023 TED Talk, The 3-Step Guide to Self-Belief, Emmy-winning actress Sheryl Lee Ralph shares a practice for cultivating self-confidence by shifting how you perceive, think about, and present yourself to the world. Continue reading

By Walter Rutledge Ronald K. Brown/Evidence presented their New York City season at the Joyce Theater February 24 through March 1, 2026. The company offered two programs, a total of eight works spanning the years 2006 through 2017. The production experienced some snow drama with the cancellation of the February… Continue reading

Annette Leslie Jones is a actress and stand-up comedian who was a cast member and writer for Saturday Night Live from 2014–2019. She also hosted the ABC game show Supermarket Sweep. Continue reading

Angel  is the debut solo single by R&B artist Angela Winbush. The track was released in 1987 as the first single from her debut album, Sharp on Polygram Records. Continue reading

More Than A Woman is by R&B artist Aaliyah for her eponymous third and final studio album.It was written by Static Major and Timbaland, with the latter producing it. Continue reading

Tom Spader (Danny Glover) is an upwardly mobile black middle class attorney determined to end the black man’s losing streak. Now the family is off to the suburbs. It is 1973, and the lily-white community of Greenwich, Connecticut, doesn’t quite deliver on the promise of the American Dream. Continue reading

The hills are alive with the files of Epstein. Which Trump has surpress for a 1000 days. Continue reading