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Breaking Barriers demonstrates what it takes to build and drive a vehicle faster than anyone on the planet. Follow American automobile entrepreneur John Hennessey's pursuit of the production vehicle land speed record and trace the roots of land speed racing from the early days of hot rodding to today. We discover that since the advent of the automobile, the pursuit of speed and the fight for the title of ?fastest car? are intrinsically connected.



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JERRY ORBACH'S BROADWAY, Stella Katherine Cole, and More to Play 54 Below Next Week Photo JERRY ORBACH'S BROADWAY, Stella Katherine Cole, and More to Play 54 Below Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - July 22, 2023

Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their...


PARIS IN LOVE to Return For Season Two on Peacock Photo PARIS IN LOVE to Return For Season Two on Peacock
by Michael Major - February 13, 2023

In the upcoming season, Paris Hilton is taking the next step to grow her family. After tying the knot a year ago with successful venture capitalist, Carter Reum, Paris is enjoying motherhood while continuing to find her own voice and balance the demands of the industry she pioneered....


Musical Competition Documentary MAESTRA Set For May Theatrical Release Photo Musical Competition Documentary MAESTRA Set For May Theatrical Release
by A.A. Cristi - May 07, 2024

The musical competition documentary MAESTRA is set for a theatrical release in May....


Kerry Washington to Embark on Eight-City International Book Tour in Support of Her Up Photo Kerry Washington to Embark on Eight-City International Book Tour in Support of Her Upcoming Memoir 'Thicker Than Water'
by Michael Major - July 05, 2023

Readers will spend an evening with one of Hollywood's most influential stars for an intimate conversation spotlighting her experiences both on and off-screen. Kerry Washington will take audiences behind the scenes of her extraordinary life - as an artist, an advocate, an entrepreneur, a mother, a da...


Tony Shalhoub Joins 20th Annual Arab American Comedy Festival at Town Hall Photo Tony Shalhoub Joins 20th Annual Arab American Comedy Festival at Town Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 03, 2023

The New York Arab American Comedy Festival is celebrating its 20th Anniversary with a year-long tour to 5 of the most prestigious performance venues in the US....


Lise Davidsen Announces New Album 'Christmas From Norway' Photo Lise Davidsen Announces New Album 'Christmas From Norway'
by Michael Major - August 31, 2023

For this album, the soprano draws inspiration from the classic albums of iconic predecessors on Decca Classics, such as Kirsten Flagstad and Birgit Nilsson. The album features beautiful arrangements drawn from the label's archive, originally made for such legendary singers as Luciano Pavarotti, Leon...


Badia Farha and Plasma La Rose To Perform At The Iconoclast Theatre Collective Annual Photo Badia Farha and Plasma La Rose To Perform At The Iconoclast Theatre Collective Annual Theatre Celebration
by Blair Ingenthron - April 15, 2023

Iconoclast Theatre Collective (The World to Come; GRINDR The Opera) will be celebrating theatre, community, and new musical development with a party to be held at the Dickens (783 8th Ave) on Tuesday, April 18th, beginning at 7:00pm....


Kerry Washington to Embark on Eight-City International Book Tour in Support of Her Up Photo Kerry Washington to Embark on Eight-City International Book Tour in Support of Her Upcoming Memoir 'Thicker Than Water'
by Michael Major - July 05, 2023

Readers will spend an evening with one of Hollywood's most influential stars for an intimate conversation spotlighting her experiences both on and off-screen. Kerry Washington will take audiences behind the scenes of her extraordinary life - as an artist, an advocate, an entrepreneur, a mother, a da...


FIIZ Releases Intoxicating New Single 'Lungs' Photo FIIZ Releases Intoxicating New Single 'Lungs'
by Michael Major - July 27, 2023

Hailing from a historically vibrant Brooklyn scene, electropop outfit FIIZ has released their effervescent new single “Lungs.” Together, Fiona and Isabelle – the duo behind FIIZ – weave a mesmerizing tapestry of sound to guide listeners through a sonic adventure and whirlwind romance....


The New Jewish Theatre Opens Up Conversation with GLORIA: A LIFE Production Photo The New Jewish Theatre Opens Up Conversation with GLORIA: A LIFE Production
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2023

The New Jewish Theatre welcomes special guests for Gloria: A Life at the Wool Studio Theatre June 1 through June 18, 2023. Written by acclaimed playwright Emily Mann, with guidance and participation from Gloria Steinem herself, Gloria: A Life explores the iconic feminist's legacy....


Musical Competition Documentary MAESTRA Set For May Theatrical Release Photo Musical Competition Documentary MAESTRA Set For May Theatrical Release
by A.A. Cristi - May 07, 2024

The musical competition documentary MAESTRA is set for a theatrical release in May....


Kerry Washington to Embark on Eight-City International Book Tour in Support of Her Up Photo Kerry Washington to Embark on Eight-City International Book Tour in Support of Her Upcoming Memoir 'Thicker Than Water'
by Michael Major - July 05, 2023

Readers will spend an evening with one of Hollywood's most influential stars for an intimate conversation spotlighting her experiences both on and off-screen. Kerry Washington will take audiences behind the scenes of her extraordinary life - as an artist, an advocate, an entrepreneur, a mother, a da...


Video: Lagoona Blo Releases Debut Album 'Underwater Bubble Pop'; Watch New Video for Photo Video: Lagoona Blo Releases Debut Album 'Underwater Bubble Pop'; Watch New Video for 'Burbuja Pop'
by Josh Sharpe - April 26, 2024

Trailblazing drag popstar Lagoona Bloo has released her debut album Underwater Bubble Pop. A glistening, pure-pop celebration of individuality that swims in an ocean of self-love and self-discovery, Underwater Bubble Pop features Lagoona’s triumphant new sister singles “Underwater Bubble Pop” and Sp...


Tony Shalhoub Joins 20th Annual Arab American Comedy Festival at Town Hall Photo Tony Shalhoub Joins 20th Annual Arab American Comedy Festival at Town Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 03, 2023

The New York Arab American Comedy Festival is celebrating its 20th Anniversary with a year-long tour to 5 of the most prestigious performance venues in the US....


ALEX NEWELL AND THE GOSPEL OF A DIVA Comes to Audible's Minetta Lane Theatre in June Photo ALEX NEWELL AND THE GOSPEL OF A DIVA Comes to Audible's Minetta Lane Theatre in June
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2024

Alex Newell and the Gospel of a Diva is headed to Audible’s Minetta Lane Theatre for three performances only – Thursday, June 27 – Saturday, June 29....


2023 Banff Mountain Film Competition Winners Announced Photo 2023 Banff Mountain Film Competition Winners Announced
by Michael Major - November 06, 2023

Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival is thrilled to unveil Full Circle as winner of the Grand Prize in the 2023 Banff Mountain Film Competition. Full Circle is both an unblinking examination of the challenges of life after spinal cord injury and a celebration of the opportunity for growth th...


Ontario Pops Orchestra To Celebrate Release Of Debut Album With Concert In Toronto BR Photo Ontario Pops Orchestra To Celebrate Release Of Debut Album With Concert In Toronto BREAKING BARRIERS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 27, 2023

On March 31, 2023 at 8 pm the Ontario Pops Orchestra will celebrate the release of its debut CD, Breaking Barriers, with a concert at Trinity-St. Paul's United Church and Centre for Faith, Justice and the Arts....


Georgina Pazcoguin―the Groundbreaking Ballerina, Broadway Star, and Culture Leader―is Photo Georgina Pazcoguin―the Groundbreaking Ballerina, Broadway Star, and Culture Leader―is Leaving New York City Ballet For Greater Heights
by Juan Michael Porter II - April 19, 2023

Georgina Pazcoguin, the scintillating New York City Ballet soloist, Broadway star, activist, and culture leader is moving on from performing to focus on producing Broadway shows and building a world where Asian American artists can thrive....


Video: Celebrate 40 Years of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES Photo Video: Celebrate 40 Years of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES
by Sidney Paterra - August 21, 2023

40 years ago, on August 21, 1983, La Cage Aux Folles opened on Broadway at the Palace Theatre. Watch videos from the show's journey!...


Jay Sean Announces Highly Anticipated UK & Ireland Tour 'Origins' in Spring 2024 Photo Jay Sean Announces Highly Anticipated UK & Ireland Tour 'Origins' in Spring 2024
by Michael Major - December 04, 2023

Jay Sean, the South Asian/British artist behind the Billboard Hot 100 #1 single 'Down,' is set to embark on a UK & Ireland tour “Origins” in March and April 2024. The tour will showcase Jay Sean's remarkable career, featuring hits spanning 2 decades, that have left an undeniable mark on the global m...


Photos: First Look at GLORIA: A LIFE at The New Jewish Theatre Photo Photos: First Look at GLORIA: A LIFE at The New Jewish Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - May 14, 2023

The New Jewish Theatre will perform Gloria: A Life at the Wool Studio Theatre from June 1 to June 18. Written by acclaimed playwright Emily Mann, with guidance and participation from Gloria Steinem herself, Gloria: A Life explores the iconic feminist's legacy. Check out photos here!...


Tony Shalhoub Joins 20th Annual Arab American Comedy Festival at Town Hall Photo Tony Shalhoub Joins 20th Annual Arab American Comedy Festival at Town Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 03, 2023

The New York Arab American Comedy Festival is celebrating its 20th Anniversary with a year-long tour to 5 of the most prestigious performance venues in the US....


Photoville NYC 2024 to Return in June With 85+ Exhibitions Photo Photoville NYC 2024 to Return in June With 85+ Exhibitions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 08, 2024

Photoville NYC 2024 will kick off with an event-packed, free-to-the-public opening weekend in Brooklyn Bridge Park. Learn more about the exhibitions!...


Theatre Evolve's Fourth Season to Open with Lauren Yee's THE HATMAKER'S WIFE, Directe Photo Theatre Evolve's Fourth Season to Open with Lauren Yee's THE HATMAKER'S WIFE, Directed By Spencer Diedrick
by Blair Ingenthron - September 02, 2023

After a triumphant return from the pandemic with the world premiere of Krugozor! Theatre EVOLVE is set to launch their fourth season with Lauren Yee's The Hatmaker's Wife, directed by Spencer Diedrick. ...


Alex Newell, Bonnie Milligan, Darius de Haas & More to be Honored With 2023 Actors' E Photo Alex Newell, Bonnie Milligan, Darius de Haas & More to be Honored With 2023 Actors' Equity Foundation Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2023

The Actors’ Equity Foundation has announced its award recipients for 2023, including Alex Newell, Bonnie Milligan and more....






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