Ann Brown

George Clooney to Receive 51st Chaplin Award at Film at Lincoln Center Gala

By Ann Brown / January 26, 2026 / Comments Off on George Clooney to Receive 51st Chaplin Award at Film at Lincoln Center Gala

Film at Lincoln Center (FLC) announced that George Clooney will be honored with the 51st Chaplin Award at a gala on April 2. Celebrating a career that spans acting, directing, producing, and global humanitarian advocacy, Clooney joins a prestigious line of past honorees that includes Meryl Streep, Martin Scorsese, Viola Davis, and Pedro Almodóvar. “George…

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Happy Head Launches Prescription-Strength Beard Formula for Fuller, Healthier Growth

By Ann Brown / January 25, 2026 / Comments Off on Happy Head Launches Prescription-Strength Beard Formula for Fuller, Healthier Growth

Happy Head has introduced TopicalRx Beard Formula, a dermatologist-prescribed, clinically-backed solution designed to stimulate hair follicles and promote thicker, fuller facial hair. Unlike over-the-counter oils or serums, this prescription-strength topical addresses the root causes of patchy growth rather than masking it. Developed by board-certified dermatologists, the formula combines the most potent, FDA-approved ingredients to support…

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Flip N Fry Berlin Becomes a Feast for the Eyes with Bruzkus Greenberg Design

By Ann Brown / January 22, 2026 / Comments Off on Flip N Fry Berlin Becomes a Feast for the Eyes with Bruzkus Greenberg Design

The new flagship of Flip N Fry Berlin, designed by Bruzkus Greenberg, transforms a family-focused hamburger restaurant into a vibrant, immersive architectural experience. With a playful use of color, texture, lighting, and bespoke furnishings, the design aims to create a space that’s memorable, repeatable, and distinctly branded. Color plays a central role in defining the…

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Brand New: A Collective Redefines How Legacy Brands Connect With Modern Audiences

By Ann Brown / January 21, 2026 / Comments Off on Brand New: A Collective Redefines How Legacy Brands Connect With Modern Audiences

New York to Los Angeles-based marketing agency Brand New: A Collective, co-founded by Kellie Pean and Alyssa Convertini, is transforming how heritage brands engage with contemporary audiences. As a female millennial-owned agency, Brand New is leveraging data-driven creativity to bridge legacy with relevance, helping clients like the USTA, Crown Royal, and Proximo Spirits resonate with…

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10 New Books Spanning Art, Activism, Memoir, and Must-Read Fiction

By Ann Brown / January 21, 2026 / Comments Off on 10 New Books Spanning Art, Activism, Memoir, and Must-Read Fiction

From groundbreaking art histories and long-overdue biographies to gripping memoirs and page-turning fiction, this 10-book roundup captures the range of stories shaping today’s cultural conversation. These titles move across disciplines and decades, spotlighting artists who challenged systems, icons who reclaimed their narratives, politicians reflecting on resilience, and novelists unafraid to expose the cracks beneath polished…

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The Public Theater Adds Politically Charged ‘Seagull: True Story’ to Spring 2026 Season

By Ann Brown / January 18, 2026 / Comments Off on The Public Theater Adds Politically Charged ‘Seagull: True Story’ to Spring 2026 Season

The Public Theater has added Seagull: True Story to its Spring 2026 lineup, bringing a politically charged and deeply personal new work to its landmark Astor Place home. Produced by MART Foundation, the play is written by Eli Rarey and created and directed by Alexander Molochnikov, and follows sold-out engagements at La MaMa in New…

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Vilnius Crowned European Hospitality City 2025, Honored for Excellence, Warmth, and Innovation

By Ann Brown / January 18, 2026 / Comments Off on Vilnius Crowned European Hospitality City 2025, Honored for Excellence, Warmth, and Innovation

Vilnius was named European Hospitality City 2025, earning a rare Honorary Award from the European Hotel Awards jury that is reserved only for cities that exemplify the core values of European hospitality: sincerity, openness, excellence, and human warmth. The distinction, not awarded annually, places Lithuania’s capital in a select category of destinations recognized for setting…

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The Public Theater Announces 2026 ‘Shakespeare for the City’ Season: Free, World-Class Productions Across All Five Boroughs

By Ann Brown / January 17, 2026 / Comments Off on The Public Theater Announces 2026 ‘Shakespeare for the City’ Season: Free, World-Class Productions Across All Five Boroughs

The Public Theater has unveiled its 2026 Shakespeare for the City programming, promising an ambitious season of free, world-class theater for all New Yorkers. Presented by Citizens, the lineup features Free Shakespeare in the Park, Public Works at the newly revitalized Delacorte Theater, and the touring Mobile Unit, bringing Shakespeare to parks and correctional facilities…

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Dana Micucci Illuminates a Turbulent Era With New Memoir Exploring the Reality of Being a Modern-Day Lightworker

By Ann Brown / January 17, 2026 / Comments Off on Dana Micucci Illuminates a Turbulent Era With New Memoir Exploring the Reality of Being a Modern-Day Lightworker

Award-winning author and spiritual teacher Dana Micucci invites readers to explore what it truly means to be a lightworker in today’s rapidly shifting world with her luminous new memoir, The Years of Living Dangerously: Lessons from the Front Lines of a 21st-Century Lightworker. Released in October 2025, Micucci’s work blends ancient wisdom, modern insight, and…

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John Frieda’s Frizz-Fighting Essentials for the Season

By Ann Brown / January 16, 2026 / Comments Off on John Frieda’s Frizz-Fighting Essentials for the Season

How do you get perfect, head-turning hair that leaves friends and family asking, “What did you do differently?” John Frieda has the answer with its Frizz Ease lineup, a trio of products designed to keep hair sleek, hydrated, and holiday-ready no matter the weather. First up is the John Frieda Frizz Ease Secret Weapon Touch-Up…

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