Ann Brown

André De Shields Transforms Hidden NYC Landmark into Immersive ‘Tartuffe’

By Ann Brown / November 19, 2025 / Comments Off on André De Shields Transforms Hidden NYC Landmark into Immersive ‘Tartuffe’

This fall, Broadway legend André De Shields invites audiences into an immersive reimagining of Tartuffe—the classic tale of deception, devotion, and moral unmasking—set within one of New York City’s most exquisite hidden landmarks. From October 1 through November 23, André De Shields is Tartuffe will transform the historic House of the Redeemer at 7 East…

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Franchise Powerhouse Ari The CEO Is Redefining Entrepreneurship in 2025

By Ann Brown / November 18, 2025 / Comments Off on Franchise Powerhouse Ari The CEO Is Redefining Entrepreneurship in 2025

Arian Tucker, widely known as Ari The CEO, is rewriting the rules of entrepreneurship. At 37, this mother, mogul, and soon-to-be Doctor of Entrepreneurship is proving that business ownership can be both profitable and purposeful. With a growing franchise portfolio that includes Smoothie King, PJ’s Coffee, and The Peach Cobbler Factory, Ari is leading a…

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Classic Stage Company Announces Full Cast for ‘The Baker’s Wife’

By Ann Brown / November 17, 2025 / Comments Off on Classic Stage Company Announces Full Cast for ‘The Baker’s Wife’

Classic Stage Company (CSC), led by Producing Artistic Director Jill Rafson, has unveiled the complete cast for its highly anticipated production of The Baker’s Wife. Featuring a book by Tony Award® winner Joseph Stein (Fiddler on the Roof), music and lyrics by Oscar, Grammy, and Tony Award® winner Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, The Queen of Versailles),…

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Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park Returns With Ice Skating, Holiday Shops, and Festive Food

By Ann Brown / November 16, 2025 / Comments Off on Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park Returns With Ice Skating, Holiday Shops, and Festive Food

New York’s favorite winter wonderland is back. The Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park officially opened on Oct. 24, ushering in the city’s most anticipated cold-weather season with ice skating, holiday shopping, and cozy dining options through March 1, 2026. Located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, Bryant Park will once again transform…

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El Museo del Barrio Presents the First U.S. Survey of Visionary Artist Coco Fusco

By Ann Brown / November 15, 2025 / Comments Off on El Museo del Barrio Presents the First U.S. Survey of Visionary Artist Coco Fusco

El Museo del Barrio is celebrating one of the most fearless and thought-provoking voices in contemporary art with Coco Fusco: Tomorrow, I Will Become an Island — the first U.S. survey of the acclaimed Cuban-American artist and writer. Opening this fall, the exhibition captures more than three decades of Fusco’s groundbreaking work across performance, film,…

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Bike New York Opens Registration for the 48th Annual TD Five Boro Bike Tour

By Ann Brown / November 14, 2025 / Comments Off on Bike New York Opens Registration for the 48th Annual TD Five Boro Bike Tour

Cyclists, mark your calendars — one of New York City’s most beloved annual traditions is back. Bike New York has officially opened registration for the 48th Annual TD Five Boro Bike Tour, set to take place on May 3, 2026. The world’s largest charitable bike ride will once again transform all five boroughs into a…

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Reimagined BK Marks One-Year Anniversary with Fall Wardrobe Reboot and Local Art Showcase

By Ann Brown / November 13, 2025 / Comments Off on Reimagined BK Marks One-Year Anniversary with Fall Wardrobe Reboot and Local Art Showcase

Reimagined BK, the Crown Heights boutique known for its curated vintage finds and expert tailoring, has officially reached a major milestone—its first anniversary. Co-founders Theresa and Jeff Redd celebrated the occasion by thanking the community that helped their dream on Franklin Avenue thrive. In a heartfelt message to supporters, the couple expressed their gratitude for…

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Growth Bomb’s Postpartum Haircare Trio Brings Relief, Revival, and Radiance

By Ann Brown / November 13, 2025 / Comments Off on Growth Bomb’s Postpartum Haircare Trio Brings Relief, Revival, and Radiance

Pregnancy brings a world of changes, but the months that follow can take an unexpected toll—especially on your hair. Many new moms face postpartum hair loss, brittle strands, and itchy, product-clogged scalps that no amount of shampoo seems to fix. It’s an emotional and physical struggle that often goes unspoken, leaving women searching for more…

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Tom Felton Joins New Broadway Cast of ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’

By Ann Brown / November 12, 2025 / Comments Off on Tom Felton Joins New Broadway Cast of ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’

The magic of the Wizarding World returns to Broadway this fall with a newly assembled cast for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at New York’s Lyric Theatre. Producers Sonia Friedman Productions, Colin Callender, and Harry Potter Theatrical Productions have announced the new company,began performances on November 11, with tickets available now at HarryPotterBroadway.com. Among…

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Hilton and Small Luxury Hotels of the World Mark One-Year Partnership with Over 450 Boutique Properties and 12 New Countries

By Ann Brown / November 12, 2025 / Comments Off on Hilton and Small Luxury Hotels of the World Mark One-Year Partnership with Over 450 Boutique Properties and 12 New Countries

Hilton and Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) are celebrating the one-year anniversary of their exclusive partnership, marking a milestone that has transformed the landscape of luxury travel. Since joining forces in 2024, the collaboration has added more than 450 boutique hotels to Hilton’s portfolio—averaging more than one new SLH property each week—and expanded…

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