This is the time of year when Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS/COVID-19 Emergency Assistance Fund ordinarily makes their money for the year. Obviously that's not happening. I saw this show live when it was at the Barrow Theatre (think I have that right). It's a genuine one-man tour de force starring Michael Urie. I think it's … Continue reading Benefit streaming performance of a superb one-man show starring Michael Urie
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Did you know about this concert Saturday night? Worth checking out
The terms "Rolling Stones" and "perform" still catch my eye, but read on as they are only one of many acts. This sounds like a variant of Live Aid (if that means anything to you). Lots of stars showing up, perhaps from their homes, to raise funds. A two-hour concert will be telecast on multiple … Continue reading Did you know about this concert Saturday night? Worth checking out
More ideas for good movies to watch
TWO articles -- one of the best films of 2020 so far, the other of the best action movies of 2020. https://www.harpersbazaar.com/culture/film-tv/g32033530/best-movies-2020/ The Best Films of 2020 (So Far) Use the time indoors to catch up on the must-see new releases of the year. BY CANDICE FREDERICK APR 3 2020, 8:00 PM EDTKATRINA MARCINOWSKI If there is … Continue reading More ideas for good movies to watch
NYPL has set up a virtual book club — just one of many ways to fill your time
Obviously all of us would like to be able to walk around the city (or wherever else you are in the world) freely, spend time with our friends, work for an income, and more. Many of those are impossible right now. But credit needs to be given to our cultural institutions who are facing financial … Continue reading NYPL has set up a virtual book club — just one of many ways to fill your time
Films out of the usual to rent from my favorite group that shows movies
New Plaza Cinema would like to thank you, our loyal patrons, for your many expressions of support during this challenging year and particularly these past few weeks. We are excited to offer you exceptional movies virtually. These are movies that we would have been watching together in the theater.If you can’t come to the theater, we … Continue reading Films out of the usual to rent from my favorite group that shows movies
Photo-filled article about the making of jigsaw puzzles
Jigsaw puzzles are huge these days. This is the best article I've seen to date explaining exactly how they're developed and produced. Fascinating stuff. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/08/business/coronavirus-jigsaw-puzzles.html?
Miss the sounds of the ballgame?
by Jill Hudson and Suzette LohmeyerWith baseball season on hold, Fenway Park organist Josh Kantor streams a sing-along music show on Facebook Live — he calls it 7th-Inning Stretch — each afternoon from his house in Cambridge, Mass. He uses his encyclopedic knowledge of music to play requests, and he urges donations to local food banks. Kantor says he'll keep going "until people … Continue reading Miss the sounds of the ballgame?
22 instances where the onscreen chemistry sizzles
This article is full of graphics and photos. You'll need to click thru. OTOH, it'll be worth your while as these are movies worth seeing. https://www.buzzfeed.com/alliehayes/on-screen-chemistry-academy-award-flipped
If you enjoy Studio Ghibli’s animated movies, here’s a fun option
I've never been disappointed by a Studio Ghibli movie -- a four-hour documentary free from the company's website. Looks good to me. Ponyo (2008)courtesy of Studio Ghibli Watch a free, four-part Hayao Miyazaki documentary 10 Years with Hayao Miyazaki chronicles the creative process and personal life of the iconic Studio Ghibli co-founder A four-part documentary on the … Continue reading If you enjoy Studio Ghibli’s animated movies, here’s a fun option
Andrew Lloyd Webber giving us free streams of his shows (but read terms)
https://www.upworthy.com/amp/free-broadway-shows-andrew-lloyd-webber--youtube Andrew Lloyd Webber just announced that he is airing Broadway shows for free online Annie Reneau04.03.20 The Shows Must Go On/YouTube If you're a fan of the stage and lamenting the lack of theater performances for the foreseeable future, here's some good news. Famed Broadway musical writer Andrew Lloyd Webber shared a video announcing … Continue reading Andrew Lloyd Webber giving us free streams of his shows (but read terms)
Board games to play now
10 Board Games From the 21st Century That Are Actually Cool By Kyler Alvord Published On 04/03/2020 @ksalvord Carcassonne | Robinotof/Shutterstock If you've ever said, "Board games? More like bored games!" you should probably close this tab and go back to arguing in r/runescape. Not that some board games aren't boring. Anything that requires reading … Continue reading Board games to play now
Offers to try streaming services free during this quarantine
https://theportalist.com/free-streaming-service-trials-coronavirus? Free Streaming Service Trials to Distract You During Coronavirus Quarantine From TV to audiobooks, binge your favorite SFF stories for free. By Carolyn Cox Escapism can be a lifesaver during coronavirus quarantine, whether your refuge of choice is the final frontier or an alternate version of present-day America. Thankfully, many streaming services have free trials … Continue reading Offers to try streaming services free during this quarantine
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