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Gianmarco Soresi’s Popular Podcast The Downside Joins Comedy Powerhouse Headgum

By NEW YORK TREND / August 6, 2025 / Comments Off on Gianmarco Soresi’s Popular Podcast The Downside Joins Comedy Powerhouse Headgum

Comedian Gianmarco Soresi’s hit podcast The Downside, co-hosted by Russell Daniels, has officially joined the Headgum podcast network. Known for its sharp humor and irreverent take on life’s darker moments, The Downside now sits alongside Headgum hits like Handsome, Senses Working Overtime with David Cross, and Newcomers with Lauren Lapkus & Nicole Byer. Launched as…

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Debbie Allen, Tom Cruise, Dolly Parton, and Wynn Thomas to Receive Oscars at 2025 Governors Awards

By NEW YORK TREND / August 3, 2025 / Comments Off on Debbie Allen, Tom Cruise, Dolly Parton, and Wynn Thomas to Receive Oscars at 2025 Governors Awards

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced the honorees for its 16th Governors Awards, with Debbie Allen, Tom Cruise, and Wynn Thomas set to receive Academy Honorary Awards, and Dolly Parton honored with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award. All four will receive Oscar® statuettes at a ceremony on November 16, 2025, at…

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Bryant Park Summer Showcases Global Sounds, Circus Acts, and NYC Legends

By Ann Brown / August 1, 2025 / Comments Off on Bryant Park Summer Showcases Global Sounds, Circus Acts, and NYC Legends

This summer, Bryant Park continues its tradition of bringing free, world-class performances to Midtown Manhattan with a vibrant lineup of concerts, cultural celebrations, and first-time spectacles—all under the city skyline. On Aug. 15, drummer and dhol master Sunny Jain headlines Wild Wild East, a bold fusion of South Asian sounds and storytelling. He’s joined by…

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Cynthia Erivo Talks Brandy, Rapping, and Creative Freedom on New Album with Audacy’s Shelley Wade

By NEW YORK TREND / July 26, 2025 / Comments Off on Cynthia Erivo Talks Brandy, Rapping, and Creative Freedom on New Album with Audacy’s Shelley Wade

Fresh off her high-profile turn hosting the 2025 Tony Awards and ahead of the highly anticipated release of Wicked for Good, Cynthia Erivo stopped by Audacy’s 94.7 The Block for an intimate chat with radio host Shelley Wade. The interview, recorded live in the Audacy Sound Space at the Hard Rock Hotel Times Square, centered…

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AVA Resort Cancun Kicks Off First-Ever Summer Festival with Food, Fun, and Family Entertainment

By NEW YORK TREND / July 25, 2025 / Comments Off on AVA Resort Cancun Kicks Off First-Ever Summer Festival with Food, Fun, and Family Entertainment

AVA Resort Cancun, one of the newest luxury destinations on Mexico’s Caribbean coast, has officially launched its inaugural Summer Festival, a multi-week celebration of global cuisine, family entertainment, and cultural experiences. Running now through August 14, the all-inclusive event is designed to turn every day of summer into a vibrant escape for guests of all…

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Empire Training Center for the Arts Hosts First-Ever Poughkeepsie Songwriters’ Salon Featuring Crystal Monee Hall

By NEW YORK TREND / July 19, 2025 / Comments Off on Empire Training Center for the Arts Hosts First-Ever Poughkeepsie Songwriters’ Salon Featuring Crystal Monee Hall

Empire Training Center for the Arts (ETCA), in partnership with New York Stage and Film (SAF), lit up The Chance Theater with an unforgettable evening of music, talent, and community celebration on June 27. The inaugural City of Poughkeepsie Songwriters’ Salon will feature acclaimed singer-songwriter Crystal Monee Hall in concert, marking SAF’s first event of…

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Fabrizio Copano’s First English-Language Comedy Special From The Future Premieres

By NEW YORK TREND / July 18, 2025 / Comments Off on Fabrizio Copano’s First English-Language Comedy Special From The Future Premieres

Chilean comedy star Fabrizio Copano is taking his talents to a new stage—and a new language. From The Future, his debut English-language comedy special, premiered exclusively on 800 Pound Gorilla Media on July 14. The special will become widely available on all major streaming and sales platforms beginning July 29. Copano, already a household name…

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Beth Stelling’s New Comedy Special The Landlord Special Drops

By NEW YORK TREND / July 16, 2025 / Comments Off on Beth Stelling’s New Comedy Special The Landlord Special Drops

Comedian and writer Beth Stelling came back with a brand-new stand-up special, The Landlord Special, which premiered exclusively on Veeps on July 2. The special, which promises a hilarious ride through the absurdities of renting and real-life landlord horror stories. Filmed at Denver’s iconic Comedy Works, widely regarded as one of the best comedy clubs…

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Winners and Honorees Announced for 7th Annual AAFCA TV Honors

By NEW YORK TREND / May 30, 2025 / Comments Off on Winners and Honorees Announced for 7th Annual AAFCA TV Honors

The African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) has announced the winners and special honorees for the 7th Annual AAFCA TV Honors, which will take place on August 23 at the historic Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. Leading this year’s honors are standout series “Forever” (Netflix), “Paradise” (Hulu), and “Matlock” (CBS), each earning multiple accolades. Sterling K. Brown…

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Nnenna Freelon Unveils Original Music with New Album and Tour

By NEW YORK TREND / March 20, 2025 / Comments Off on Nnenna Freelon Unveils Original Music with New Album and Tour

Celebrated jazz vocalist Nnenna Freelon, a seven-time Grammy nominee, is embracing a new creative direction with her latest album, Beneath the Skin. Known for her stunning interpretations of jazz standards, Freelon is stepping into the spotlight as a composer and storyteller, delivering nine original songs out of the album’s ten tracks. This departure from tradition…

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