The trailer looks great and the film festival buzz has been great. Really want to see this one. Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga’s hotly anticipated ‘A Star is Born’ is here — and it is lavishly delightful https://www.washingtonpost.com/goingoutguide/movies/bradley-cooper-and-lady-gagas-hotly-anticipated-a-star-is-born-is-here--and-it-is-lavishly-delightful/2018/09/21/c30798b0-bc63-11e8-b7d2-0773aa1e33da_story.html?utm_term=.d8a19dabd75c Includes the trailer “A Star is Born” stars Bradley Cooper, marking his directorial debut, and Lady Gaga, … Continue reading New “A Star Is Born” “lavishly delightful” (I want to see this movie)
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“The Queen of the World” documentary — HBO October 1
I am a not so closeted royal groupie. Prince Charles and I are, after all, almost the same ago. My grandmother came thru Ellis Island from England. There are many reasons, but it's an established characteristic. This show will definitely fuel the flame. https://www.townandcountrymag.com/leisure/arts-and-culture/a23365418/how-to-watch-queen-of-the-world-documentary-hbo/ How to Watch the Queen of the World Documentary The film features a … Continue reading “The Queen of the World” documentary — HBO October 1
If you loved the show/music for “Hamilton” this book is wonderful
The Kindle price is now up to the usual $21.99. Put it on your Goodreads "want to read" list to be notified about future sales. The wonderfully detailed, informative, and eye-opening book with the background to the development of the show "Hamilton" (including the choice of hip-hop rhythms for each character) is now out for … Continue reading If you loved the show/music for “Hamilton” this book is wonderful
Comprehensive list of ways to attend classical music events in NYC for much (much) less — from WQXR
Insider Hacks to Help You See Classical Music in NYC for Cheap The auditorium of the Metropolitan Opera House in New York City. ( Jonathan Tichler / Metropolitan Opera ) Sep 12, 2018 · by Heather O'Donovan New York City has seen some of the world’s most memorable classical music performances. Bernstein, Pavarotti, Callas … all the greats … Continue reading Comprehensive list of ways to attend classical music events in NYC for much (much) less — from WQXR
Likely imminent demise of MoviePass may make it harder to fill seats [I don’t think so]
I was a member of MoviePass during its last incarnation and found it extremely frustrating to use to the point of throwing my hands up in the air. This time, the service and availability have been even worse despite the nominal reduction in price. My own view is that it's not been particularly successful in … Continue reading Likely imminent demise of MoviePass may make it harder to fill seats [I don’t think so]
Do you see every good new movie that comes out? Do you have an AMC theatre nearby? Sign up for AMC Stubs A*List
If you see as many movies as I do, you've been a member of the AMC Stubs program forever. Even the lowest tier gives you a rebate of 10% off your ticket prices (and sometimes more), a preferred line to get your snacks. Recently they've made the $5 ticket price on Tuesday that was previously … Continue reading Do you see every good new movie that comes out? Do you have an AMC theatre nearby? Sign up for AMC Stubs A*List
Trip Advisor’s list of top 25 museums worldwide
This article explodes into link after link. But, if you have the time to dream about places you may never see, this is serious eye candy. https://www.tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice-Museums-g1-a_Mode.expanded
Lincoln Plaza Cinema did not die — a core group of fans has set up new showings elsewhere — support them and go – starts today 8/24
WE’RE MOVING! Come Join New Plaza Cinema at SYMPHONY SPACE 2537 Broadway (Broadway @ 95th Street) starting AUGUST 24th! We are excited to share that our next partnership will be with SYMPHONY SPACE, where we’ll continue to feature first run films starting August 24th through Labor Day weekend, followed by an engaging repertory film … Continue reading Lincoln Plaza Cinema did not die — a core group of fans has set up new showings elsewhere — support them and go – starts today 8/24
If you’re in NYC and want to watch the Met Opera outside, performances start tonight
https://www.westsiderag.com/2018/08/23/friday-outdoor-screenings-of-met-opera-performances-start-with-a-night-at-the-opera Outdoor Screenings of Met Opera Performances Start With ‘A Night at the Opera’ Posted on August 23, 2018 at 9:41 am by West Sider The Metropolitan Opera’s annual series of HD screenings of operas starts this Friday with A Night at the Opera, the classic Marx Brothers movie. Don’t worry opera fans, all the rest … Continue reading If you’re in NYC and want to watch the Met Opera outside, performances start tonight
12 Sci-fi/fantasy book to movie adaptations that are worth watching
https://theportalist.com/sci-fi-and-fantasy-book-to-movie-adaptations? Watch some of your favorite stories come alive on the big screen. BooksPop Culture 12 Jul 2018 by Allison Wild With film, directors can bring books out of our imaginations and fully realize them on the big screen. There’s nothing quite like seeing a fantasy universe come alive right before your eyes—especially ones as rich … Continue reading 12 Sci-fi/fantasy book to movie adaptations that are worth watching
10 Criminally neglected sci-fi/fantasy movies from the last 10 years
http://fandom.wikia.com/articles/10-criminally-underseen-sci-fi-movies-from-the-last-10-years Am a huge movie fan of almost every genre but horror and most comedies. Means I have an insatiable appetite for more content to see. This link includes two guilty favorites: "Snow Piercer" with Chris Evans and "Under the Skin" with Scarlett Johansson. Both are pure and straightforward stories with interesting premises and fine … Continue reading 10 Criminally neglected sci-fi/fantasy movies from the last 10 years
A sci-fi/fantasy book to catch [Likely the inspiration for the movie “Avatar”]
An email from Portalist sent me off to read "Midworld" -- likely the inspiration for the amazing 3-D movie "Avatar." I don't think I will ever forget the thrill of the helicopter rounding into the land of full-height islands floating in the air. Have always regretted that I will only go to another planet with … Continue reading A sci-fi/fantasy book to catch [Likely the inspiration for the movie “Avatar”]
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