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The Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade is an enduring New York City tradition, with more than 50 million viewers across the country and some 3.5 million spectators lining the streets. This 93rd version of the parade will see generations of families—locals and visitors alike—cheering for floats, live entertainment, and, of course, iconic hot air balloons, including Chase from Paw Patrol, Goku of Dragon Ball, and Snoopy, who will be decked out this year in an astronaut suit. Sharp eyes will even get a glimpse of Santa himself on his sleigh. Marching bands and big-name performers bring the entertainment, which also includes the Big Apple Circus, the Spirit of America Dance Stars, and dancers from The Ailey School. If you’re looking to enjoy Thanksgiving dinner, the city has some incredible feasts. Benjamin SteakhouSe, the 2018 Concierge Choice Awards winner for best steakhouse, is offering a Thanksgiving prix fixe, also available at sister spot Benjamin PRime SteakhouSe (which just so happens to be the 2019 CCA winner for Best Restaurant Experience). On both menus you’ll find traditional Thanksgiving turkey with stuffing, roasted yams, potatoes au gratin, and cranberry relish, finished with pumpkin pie à la mode. Seafood standout the Sea FiRe GRiLL also has turkey as the center of its Thanksgiving prix fixe, an organic bird with herb sourdough stuffing, giblet gravy, and mashed potatoes. Down in the Village, ViLLa moSConi has been a neighborhood favorite for more than 40 years. This Thanksgiving they’ll have three seatings, at 12:30pm, 2pm, and 5pm. Roast turkey is, of course, part of the special menu, as are Italian favorites like hot and cold antipasto plates, homemade manicotti or cannelloni, veal scaloppine alla Marsala, and tortoni (Italian ice cream) among the desserts. The parade runs down Central Park West from 77th St. to Columbus Circle, along Central Park South down to Sixth Ave., and concluding along 34th St. at Macy’s Herald Square. Line up early! Starts 9am.

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Experience the past, present, and future of fashion all at once at the BrooklYN MuSeuM. pIerre cArdIn: fuTure fAShIon celebrates the French designer who embodied the Space Age in his designs. A living legend at 97, this is the first retrospective of Cardin’s work hosted in New York for 40 years. It holds over 170 objects, dynamically displayed, collected from the Pierre Cardin archive. (Included is recent work that feels every bit as vital as Cardin’s historic designs.) Cardin’s entrepreneurship also extends to the restaurant world: he’s owned the Art Nouveau masterpiece Maxim’s de Paris since 1981. The museum’s restaurant has morphed into an outpost of Maxim’s, with a Frenchforward a la carte menu and an affordable ($45) prix fixe inspired by Chez Maxim’s cookbook. 200 Eastern Pkwy. (Washington Ave.), 718-638-5000, brooklynmuseum.org

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A handful of years before the #MeToo movement turned the spotlight on female empowerment, Broadway shattered the glass ceiling when Waitress announced an all-female creative team. It was a Broadway first.

Katharine McPhee returns to bake up a storm in Waitress. The groundbreaking quartet of women responsible for whipping Waitress into one of Broadway’s top grossing shows is Tonywinning director Diane Paulus (Pippin; Finding Neverland; Hair); six-time Grammy nominee Sara Bareilles, the musical mastermind behind the show’s Tony-nominated score; Jessie Nelson (Corrina, Corrina), who adapted the show’s script from Adrienne Shelley’s 2007 breakout film; and Julliard-trained choreographer Lorin Latarro (The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time). “I’m thrilled that Waitress is breaking boundaries as the first Broadway musical with book, score, choreography, and direction by a team of women,” said Paulus when the show opened in 2016, adding, “It’s a historic and long overdue moment for Broadway, and

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I’m honored to be working alongside such passionate and inspiring women.” Theatergoers eyeing the last weeks of November to see Waitress have a choice between two “passionate and inspiring women” in the lead role of Jenna: Grammynominated/certified platinum singer-songwriter and actress Jordin Sparks, who ends her extended run on Sunday, November 24th; and Katharine McPhee, whose impressive career (including work on TV series Smash and Scorpion) launched during Season 5 of American Idol, leading to a series of hit albums and the smash single “Over It.” McPhee—a return Jenna—begins performances on November 25th. (And FYI, you can catch Today personality Al Roker in the character of “Joe” at evening performances through the 24th.) Jenna, the big-hearted nexus at the heart of the show, waits tables at a small-town diner. Her lousy marriage to an abusive husband is counterbalanced by her ability to bake amazing pies with names that reflect her life’s cockeyed trajectory—“White Knuckle Cream Pie,” e.g.—and a circle of supporters, especially fellow waitresses prickly Becky and nerdy Dawn. The show’s story line finds Jenna finessing her way through various emotions once she learns she’s pregnant (“Betrayed by My Eggs Pie”), and her imperfect day-to-day existence becomes a showdown of emotions and decisions. Tell or don’t tell/dump or don’t dump Earl (“My Husband’s a Jerk Chicken Pot Pie”)? Have an affair/don’t have an affair (“Pursuit of Happiness Pie”) with her married OB-GYN? Enter the National Pie Bake Off in a nearby town (“Jumping Without a Net Bottomless Pie”) that would give her the money to revamp her life (“Getting Out of the Mud Mud Pie”)...or let insecurity stand in

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the way? (“My pies are good but I’m no Sara Lee,” Jenna argues.) Indeed, doubts, fears, and insecurities haunt pretty much all the characters inhabiting this uniquely human and wonderfully uplifting musical. In the end, it’s a contemporary musical about imperfect people seeking happiness in large or small doses, and the highs and lows they encounter along the way. Prominent in this regard is Dawn’s reticence to forego TV dinners for dating, although she eventually gives in to Ogie, an

endearing customer so smitten by the selfeffacing Dawn that he declares his love with full-blown musical comedy panache in the show-stopping number “Never Getting Rid of Me.” How could Dawn resist? And while true romance may elude some of the show’s key characters, love does not—which makes Waitress one of those remarkable, heartwarming Broadway success stories, told by women, but with universal appeal. And wait till you get to the final scene...Spoiler alert: it’s a lulu!

The Sweet Smell of Temptation Apparently, it’s not enough that diner-inspired towers of luscious-looking pies flank either side of the Brooks Atkinson stage—a heartless study in diet assassination if ever there was one. The provocateur producers opted to up Waitress’s mouth-watering ante with an olfactory enticement that’s simultaneously evil and delicious—a kind of “surround smell” wafting from the theatre’s entryway. Indeed, not long after Waitress opened, producer Barry Weissler confessed to “desperately” wanting the baking aroma to be part of the experience. And, as it happens, the best way to achieve a genuine pie scent (apple, of course) was to install a convection oven just outside the orchestra seating area. Thankfully, pie is available for purchase at intermission. Waitress is playing through January 5th, 2020 at Broadway’s Brooks Atkinson Theatre, 256 W. 47th St. For tickets call 877-250-2929 or visit waitressthemusical.com.

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Dave’s New York is the best source in NYC for jeans, work clothes, outerwear, footwear, and more. Find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list at this beloved family-run store in Chelsea. 581 Sixth Ave. (btw. 16th & 17th Sts.), 212-989-6444, davesnewyork.com

Grand Bazaar NYC

Find at the Grand Holiday Bazaar the best independent local artisans, makers, and vintage dealers—150+ vendors indoors and outdoors. Shop for one-of-a-kind and limited-edition goods that can’t be found elsewhere in NYC. Sundays at Grand Bazaar NYC. 100 W. 77th St. (at Columbus Ave.), 212-239-3025, grandbazaarnyc.org

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Hershey’s Personalized Wrappers. Celebrate the holiday season with a personalized Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Bar wrapper. Choose from a variety of themed holiday designs, add one of your favorite photos, and you have a perfect gift or holiday memento. Available in-store at Hershey’s Chocolate World Times Square or online at myhersheysbar. com. 20 Times Sq. (701 Seventh Ave. on 47th St.), 212-581-9100, hersheys.com

FDNY Fire Zone

Throwback FDNY Tee. Everybody loves a classic! This throwback FDNY Tee will quickly become your new favorite. FDNY Shop & Fire Zone exclusive. Price: $19.95. The FDNY Shop is located inside the FDNY Fire Zone—Fire Safety Learning Center. Every purchase helps the FDNY Foundation provide life-saving initiatives that keep you and your family safe. 34 W. 51st St. (btw. Fifth & Sixth Aves.), 212-698-4520, fdnyshop.com

Linhart Dentistry

Find uniquely formulated smile care products designed and developed by the Official Dentists of Miss Universe! Try Linhart today by visiting linhart.nyc. 230 Park Ave. (46th St.), 212-682-5180, drlinhart.com

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This holiday season, gift the extraordinary side of coffee with the Roastery Revealed Guided Tour and Tasting Experience, exclusively at the Starbucks Reserve Roastery in New York City! For more information please contact nycroasteryevents@starbucks.com. 61 Ninth Ave. (15th St.), 212-691-0531, starbucksreserve.com

Color Factory

Color Factory is a collaborative interactive exhibit in SoHoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hudson Square neighborhood. Purchase a gift card and bestow a memorable experience, with hues that invite curiosity, discovery, and play. 251 Spring St. (btw. Varick St. & Sixth Ave.); colorfactory.co

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Bateaux New York

This holiday season experience elegance on the water aboard Bateaux New York—Manhattan’s only glass-enclosed, European-inspired vessel. This three-hour dinner cruise features unobstructed skyline views, impeccable service, exquisitely plated dining, and live band entertainment! Chelsea Piers, Pier 62, near W. 23rd St. on the Hudson, 866-862-7245, bateauxnewyork.com

Planet Hollywood

The perfect gift this holiday season is a Planet Hollywood Gift Card. Purchase at Planet Hollywood or online at planethollywoodintl. com/gift-cards/. Visit the restaurant in Times Square for Holidays in Hollywood through the end of December, featuring special memorabilia, themed holiday menu items, over-the-top decorations, and special visits from Santa. 1540 Broadway (45th St.), 212-333-7827, planethollywoodintl.com

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Holiday Train Show. Marvel at model trains zipping through an enchanting display of more than 175 famous New York landmarks—each delightfully re-created from natural materials. Make your best holiday memories with NYC’s favorite holiday tradition! November 23–January 26, 2020. 2900 Southern Blvd., The Bronx, 718-817-8700, nybg.org

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112 W. 44th St. (6th-7th Aves.), 212-768-3160; hsart.com hsart@hsart.com Open 7 days a week, H&S Art Gallery features original 3-D artworks by Charles Fazzino, Rizzi, and Suchy; serigraphs by Keeley, Tarkay, McKnight, Pejman, Yamagata, Freyman, Kubik, Delacroix, and many others. They also offer signed sports memorabilia, posters, and same-day professional custom framing. They ship worldwide. All credit cards. Mon.-Fri., 9:30am-7:30pm; Sat.-Sun., 10am-6pm.

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Dave’s New York features branded “Americana” rugged and casual clothing brands such as Levi’s, Carhartt, Dickies, Red Wing, Schott, Alpha, Woolrich, Columbia, Timberland Pro, and Chippewa in a wide selection of sizes and styles at very favorable pricing. Open Mon.-Fri., 9am7pm; Sat., 10am-6pm; Sun., 11am-5pm.

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The only place for basketball fans of all 30 teams to find their favorite gear is at NYC’s NBA Store. Beyond offering the most extensive selection of team merchandise available, fans can customize their own jersey, beat the clock in pop-a-shot, create their own trading card, and much more, making the NBA Store a can’t-miss destination.

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200 W. 40th St. (7th Ave.); 459 Lexington Ave. (45th St.), 64 Fulton St. (gold St.), 212-302-8192; shop online at midtowncomics.com The NYC comic book experience! Three great locations, where everything related to comics can be found, including graphic novels, collectibles, action figures, Japanese imports, and more! Courteous, knowledgeable staff always on hand to help. Present this ad and save 10% off your entire purchase! In-store only, some exceptions may apply. Expires 12/31/2019.

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22 Cortlandt St. (Church St.-Broadway), 212-227-9092; 1972 Broadway (66th St.), 212-518-2121; c21stores.com For over 50 years, Century 21 Department Store in lower Manhattan has provided top designers at up to 65% off retail 100% of the time. You’ll find everything from men’s, women’s and children’s apparel to footwear, handbags, housewares & more at this landmark shopping destination. A must-see for tourists and a mainstay for veteran NYers. Come in and score big on all the top designers at NY’s #1 Zagat-rated off-price store—you might even catch a celebrity or two!

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29 W. 25th St. btw. 6th Ave. & Broadway, 212-243-5343; chelseafleanyc.com Open every weekend year-round, the Chelsea Flea presents 135 vendors selling antiques, collectibles, ephemera, decorative arts, vintage clothing, jewelry, and other antique and vintage items including Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern. Near Flatiron Building, Eataly, and Madison Square Park. $1 admission is the best deal in town! Sat. & Sun. 6:30am–7pm.

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“The Wireless Professionals” with a full line of unlocked GSM phones and accessories. Their mission is simple: to provide the best products and service to their customers at the lowest prices possible. Brand names include HTC, BlackBerry, Sony Ericsson, Motorola, Samsung, LG, Pantech, and Nokia.

Come visit NYC’s largest curated weekly market. Meet local artists, designers, and independent antique/vintage dealers selling one-of-a-kind, rare, and limited edition art/photography, antique watches, vintage collectibles and fashion, and handmade jewelry and furniture. Delicious artisinal edibles ensure you won’t leave hungry. 100% of profits donated to support 4,000 local school children. Be sure to look up our monthly special events. Open every Sunday, all year-round, indoors & outdoors from 10am-5:30pm. Opposite American Museum of Natural History.

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MEN’S, WOMEN’S & KID’S SHOE STORE OFFERING A LARGE VARIETY OF STYLES! Shoe Parlor provides superior customer service and excellent prices on their men’s and women’s collection of shoes.

Sebago has been making handsome, classic footwear for men and women throughout the United States and in over one hundred countries around the world. At Shoe Parlor, they have offered their customers a wide variety of styles and widths for many years.

1721 Broadway (54th-55th Sts.), 212-246-0020 An immaculate pharmacy specializing in hard-to-find products & the best European brands with a unique selection of the best sundries & cosmetics, European & domestic beauty products, custom medication compounding, and more. Featuring hard-to-find brands like Anthony Logistics, Dr. Hauschka, Phyto, Tocca, Caudalie, Mason Pearson, and more. Expert & enthusiastic staff. Whatever you need, they are here for you. Delivery to residents and hotels.

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57 W. 58th St., 2nd floor, 212-262-3027; federicosalon.com Always innovating in sport and style, FILA makes a statement with designs that marry form and function.

Beauty experts with a passion for style and technique. Pampering society women, actors, models, executives, people of all walks of life. Luxurious salon with extensive array of hair services and treatments. Having a beauty emergency? Federico Salon Direct is a 24-hour service that delivers a hair or beauty expert to your hotel room or home at any hour, seven days a week (914-882-2978).

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The Timberland Garrison Field men’s hikers are fully waterproof and feature cushiony footbeds for all-day, all-terrain adventure available at Shoe Parlor.

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230 Park Ave, Suite 1164 (46th St.), 212-682-5180 drlinhart.com Dr. Jan Linhart, D.D.S., P.C. has been practicing the art & science of dentistry for over 30 yrs. Patients come from around the world, many of whom are accompanied by an entourage of family or friends, inspiring Dr. Linhart to create the Continental Suite, a 750-square ft. treatment suite outfitted with State-of-the-Art equipment, a luxurious seating area & other amenities within his spacious office. The office provides a wide range of dental services, including cutting-edge whitening techniques, as well as 24-hour emergency service!

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55 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island; empireoutletsnyc.com New York City’s first and only outlet center is now open on Staten Island! Empire Outlets holds down a beautiful waterfront spot just steps from the free Staten Island Ferry. Just a short ride from Manhattan you’ll find scores of designer stores and more, including Banana Republic, Brooks Brothers, Columbia Sporting Goods, Gap Factory, H&M, Jockey, Nike Factory, and Old Navy—all with deeply discounted goods you can’t find elsewhere. Nordstrom Rack has launched, with more stores coming on all the time!

701 7th Ave. on 47th St., 212-581-9100, hersheys.com Located in the heart of Times Square, our new store is nearly three times larger and features new chocolate experiences for everyone to enjoy. Mix and match your favorite HERSHEY’S products at the Amazing Candy Machine, or get creative and design your own personalized HERSHEY’S chocolate bar wrapper. Enjoy HERSHEY’S largest permanent s’mores experience where we serve gooey, made-to-order s’mores from our authentic camper. Then, enjoy warm baked treats and unique beverages at HERSHEY’S Kitchens Bakery. Open daily, 9am–midnight.

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851 Seventh Ave (54th-55th Sts.), 212-582-0039; shoeparlor.com Whether you’re walking, running, trekking, or just looking to upgrade your style, Shoe Parlor has you covered. Stop by today and check out a large and varied assortment of footwear that runs from Timberland, Birkenstock, and Sebago to all kinds of sneakers. They are open seven days a week. Mon. 10am-8pm; Tues.-Wed. 10am-7pm; Thurs.-Sat., 10am-8pm; Sun. 10am-6pm.

Experience Starbucks like never before. Immerse yourself in the art, science, and theater of coffee. Explore our extraordinary space where we roast our rarest coffees on-site. Join us for a hand-crafted exclusive beverage, a coffee-inspired cocktail at our Arriviamo™ Bar, and freshly made Italian fare at Princi™. Open Mon.-Thur. 7am-11pm, Fri. 7am-midnight, Sat. 8am-midnight, Sun. 8am-10pm.

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Schumer’s Wines & Liquors has been in business for over 30 years at this location, specializing in the great vineyards of California, France, Australia, Argentina, and Italy. There’s also a great selection of vintage ports, single malts, cognac, armagnac & American whiskeys. They have one of the largest half-bottle selections of wine around. Large supply of cold wine & champagne always ready. Open Mon.-Fri., 9am-9pm; Sat., 10am-9pm. Deliveries til 9pm.

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World-Class Art, History, and Design three-story Core Exhibition doesn’t shy away from the atrocities that took place, but it also serves as a testament to the strength and perseverance of Jewish culture. Don’t miss artist Andy Goldsworthy’s beautiful living memorial, Garden of Stones. The museum’s new exhibition Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. explores the legacy of history’s deadliest mass murder site through more than 700 original objects and 400 photographs, many being shown for the first time ever in North America. 36 Battery Pl. (1st Pl..), 646-437-4202, mjhnyc.org Loïc/Flickr

Here are some of the top current shows among the city’s extraordinary array of cultural institutions.

Be entranced by the architecture of one of the world’s great buildings: the Guggenheim Museum.

GUGGENHEIM MUSEUM Housed in an iconic Frank Lloyd Wright spiraling building, the Guggenheim Museum contains one of the world’s finest collections of modern and contemporary art, including works by Picasso, Kandinsky, and Modigliani. Among the shows on view is Artistic License: Six Takes on the Guggenheim Collection, the museum’s first ever artist-curated exhibition, exploring the museum’s collection in six distinct thematic presentations. Take advantage of extended hours—the museum stays open until 8pm on Tuesdays and Saturdays. 1071 Fifth Ave. (89th St.), 212-423-3500, guggenheim.org

MUSEUM OF JEWISH HERITAGE— A LIVING MEMORIAL TO THE HOLOCAUST Lower Manhattan’s Museum of Jewish Heritage celebrates the lives and traditions of both those who survived and those who perished in the Shoah. The museum’s

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Brooklyn has become a tourist destination to rival Manhattan, complete with its own world-class institution: the Brooklyn Museum. Just 20 minutes from Manhattan you’ll find a priceless collection that will surprise you with its range, from ancient Egypt to European masterpieces to a feast of decorative art. Among current exhibitions are Garry Winogrand: Color, an exuberant photography show; a multimedia look at the French-born street artist JR in JR: Chronicles; and the dazzling design retrospective Pierre Cardin: Future Fashion. 200 Eastern Pkwy. (Washington Ave.), 718-638-5000, brooklynmuseum.org

INSIDER TIPS Many of the city’s museums offer free admission for select hours on the first Friday of every month, usually in the early evening. See CityGuideNY.com’s article “NYC’s Best Free Museum Days” for details on how to enjoy complimentary admission at various New York institutions all seven days of the week.

A website for the intellectually curious, ThoughtGallery.org covers the top talks, screenings, and tours at places like the Met, the MoMA, and the Brooklyn Museum. Get free updates at thoughtgallery.org/join.

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AmErICAn Folk ArT muSEum uWS 2 lincoln Sq. (Columbus ave./W. 65th St.), 212-595-9533 folkartmuseum.org Founded in 1961, this charming Upper West Side institution is dedicated to traditional and contemporary folk art from around the world. Currently on display is Memory Palaces: Inside the Collection of Audrey B. Heckler, which displays some of the most significant artists of the U.S. self-taught art field.

radio City Music Hall, 1260 Sixth ave. (50th-51st Sts.), ticketmaster at 866-858-0007; rockettes.com/christmas Experience wonder like never before with the ultimate New York City holiday celebration at the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes® presented by Chase. Radio City Music Hall® transforms into a magical winter wonderland where the sights and sounds of Christmas surround you, and the legendary Radio City Rockettes® dazzle on the Great Stage. This New York Christmas tradition is sure to become an unforgettable memory with your loved ones. Runs November 8th, 2019 through January 5th, 2020!

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200 eastern Pkwy. (Washington ave.), 718-638-5000; brooklynmuseum.org Only 20 minutes from Manhattan, connect with a unique cultural experience: a world-class collection that ranges from ancient Egypt to European paintings to contemporary art. Cutting-edge exhibitions and award-winning programs are here as well. Get a combo ticket to include current exhibition Pierre Cardin: Future Fashion, then relax in the beautiful Brooklyn Botanic Garden a few steps away. (For the Cardin exhibition’s run, the museum’s full-service restaurant The Norm has morphed into an outpost of Maxim’s, Cardin’s famed Art Nouveau legend in Paris.) Wed., Fri.-Sun. 11am6pm; Thurs. 11am-10pm; closed Mon. & Tues.

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Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum is America’s only museum dedicated to historical and contemporary design, with a collection of over 210,000 design objects spanning 30 centuries. Located in the landmarked Andrew Carnegie mansion on Museum Mile and boasting a beautiful public garden, Cooper Hewitt makes design come alive through interactive experiences, unique temporary exhibitions, and installations of the permanent collection.

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With a dynamic history that stretches across the 20th century, China Institute is devoted to enhancing cross-cultural understanding. The gallery promotes the appreciation of Chinese culture through exhibitions and lectures. Mon.-Fri. 10am-5pm; Thurs. 10am-8pm (free 5-8pm); Sat. 11am-5pm; closed Sun., major holidays.

A multimedia fire safety learning center where people of all ages learn fun, lifesaving lessons from NY’s Bravest. Explore a life-like fire engine and try on FDNY “Bunker Coats.” All programs in English. $6 admission. Browse the store for unique FDNY gifts (no admission fee required), and present City Guide’s ad for $5 off any $25+ purchase.

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A scene from Puccini‘s Madama Butterfly PHOTO: KEN HOWARD / MET OPERA

ON STAGE NOW Philip Glass Akhnaten (Met Premiere) Puccini Madama Butterfly Mozart The Marriage of Figaro Puccini La Bohème

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Explore The Iconic Brooklyn Museum and Its Collection of Ancient & Modern Masterpieces. Botanic Garden Combo is available, Daily Tours & Family Fun, Free Days, Restaurant Reservations, and Subway & Parking On-Site. Open Late Thursdays. Pay What You Wish. ShOWS: American Art, Ancient Egyptian Art, European Art, Elizabeth Sackler Center for Feminist Art, Contemporary, Asian and Islamic permanent art collection available. 718.638.5000 BrooklynMuseum.org

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251 Spring St. (Varick St.-6th Ave.); colorfactory.co Welcome to Color Factory: a collaboratively produced art experience in NYC. This multisensory exhibit, inspired by the colors of the city, guides visitors through 16 participatory installations. Highlights include ombré floating balloons with wishes for the world written by students at 826NYC, a walkable infographic leading you to your “secret color,” a palette of colorful treats featuring a custom color ice cream scoop, a unique activity on color and human connection, a luminous dance floor, and Color Factory’s signature ball room. Put on your favorite hue and come to us for color! Buy tickets at colorfactory.co/tickets.

Columbus Ave. at 63rd St., 212-362-6000; metopera.org Maestro Yannick Nézet-Séguin returns to the musical reins of the Met, beginning his second season as the Jeannette Lerman-Neubauer Music Director. Stagings of Porgy and Bess, Manon, Macbeth, La bohème, Tosca, Turandot, Rosenkavalier, Cosi fan tutte, Madama Butterfly, and Rosenkavalier only scratch the surface of the spectacular 2019-20 season. Pictured: a dancer in the opening scene from Act I of Puccini’s Madama Butterfly. Photo: Ken Howard/Metropolitan Opera.

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2 Columbus Circle (59th St., btw. Broadway & 8th Ave.) 212-299-7777; madmuseum.org

tHE frick collEction uES 1 E. 70th St. (5th Ave.), 212-288-0700; frick.org Inside this French neoclassical-style mansion that belonged to steel industrialist and art collector Henry Clay Frick, you’ll find one of the world’s greatest art collections, which includes major works by Titian, Rembrandt, Bellini, El Greco, Vermeer, Velazquez, Boucher, Goya, Turner, Van Dyck, Renoir and Holbein, complete cycles of painted wall panels by Fragonard and Boucher, all displayed in 16 galleries.

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Explore contemporary art and design through a craft lens, in this intimately sized museum in the heart of Columbus Circle! MAD offers 5 exhibition floors, open artist studios, an award-winning store, and an iconic restaurant, Robert, with spectacular views of Central Park. Current shows include Vera Paints a Scarf, which celebrates the work of artist Vera Neumann (1907-1993), and The World of Anna Sui, looking at the contemporary American fashion designer. Tues.-Sun., 10am-6pm; Thurs., 10am-9pm (Pay-As-You-Wish admission 6-9pm); closed Mon. $16.

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Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpiece of modern architecture is home to one of the world’s finest collections of modern and contemporary art, including works by artists like Kandinsky, Picasso, and Pollock. Currently on view is Artistic License: Six Takes on the Guggenheim Collection and Implicit Tensions: Mapplethorpe Now, a year-long show celebrating the ongoing legacy of artist Robert Mapplethorpe. Now open 7 days with evening hours on Tues. & Sat. $25; students/seniors: $18; under 12/members: free.

MEtropolitAn MuSEuM of Art uES 1000 Fifth Ave. (82nd St.), 212-535-7710; metmuseum.org The Met’s permanent exhibitions include collections of Greek, Roman, Egyptian, European, and Eastern art. Currently on display among temporary exhibitions is The Last Knight: The Art, Armor, and Ambition of Maximilian I, examining European armor at the dawn of the Renaissance. As of 2018, New York State residents are pay-as-you-wish; otherwise, mandatory admission fees are $25 adults and $17 seniors; under 12 free. Closed Mon.

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225 Madison Ave. (36th St.), 212-685-0008; themorgan.org A short walk from midtown mainstays like Grand Central and the Empire State Building, the Morgan began as the private library of financier Pierpont Morgan. Today, the Morgan serves as a museum, research library, musical venue, architectural landmark, and historic site. Current exhibitions include Verdi: Creating Otello and Falstaff—Highlights from the Ricordi Archive (thru Jan. 5) and John Singer Sargent: Portraits in Charcoal (thru Jan. 12). The Morgan is home to an exquisite collection of manuscripts, rare books, music, drawings, and works of art which represent a repository of ideas and creativity from 4000 BC to the present.

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One of the world’s finest collections of modern and contemporary art, expanded, reimagined, and reopened in the fall of 2019. Permanent collection displays cover the periods 1880s-1940s, 1940s-1970s, and 1970s-present. Highlights include Vincent van Gogh’s The Starry Night and Pablo Picasso’s Les Demoiselles d’Avignon.

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36 Battery Pl., 646-437-4202; auschwitz.nyc This groundbreaking exhibition at the Museum of Jewish Heritage—A Living Memorial to the Holocaust brings together more than 700 original objects and 400 photographs, from over 20 institutions and museums around the world. Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. is the most comprehensive exhibition dedicated to the history of Auschwitz and its role in the Holocaust ever presented in North America, and an unparalleled opportunity to confront the singular face of human evil—one that arose not long ago and not far away. Audio guides are available in English, Spanish, French, Chinese, German, Polish, Hebrew, and Russian. Sun.-Thurs., 10am-9pm, Fri 10am5pm; Untimed Tickets: $25; Timed Tickets: $16; seniors (65 & up): $12; students: $10.

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226 W. 44th St. (7th-8th Aves.), 646-308-1337; natgeoencounter.com Dive into a virtual ocean where high tech meets the deep sea. National Geographic Encounter is a new, interactive entertainment attraction in Times Square that journeys through the Pacific Ocean over one incredible night, where you see, hear, and feel what it’s like to be under the sea and encounter its greatest wonders. Only in NYC can visitors escape the jaws of a 50-foot humpback whale, laugh through a kelp forest maze, play with mischievous sea lions, and encounter a luminous coral reef, sharks, dolphins, and a battle between vicious squid—all without getting wet! Take $10 off with City Guide’s coupon on page 1.

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High tech meets the deep sea at National Geographic Encounter: Ocean Odyssey in Times Square.

NatioNal GeoGraphic eNcouNter: oceaN odyssey Dive into a virtual ocean where high tech meets the deep sea. National Geographic Encounter is an interactive entertainment attraction in Times Square that journeys through the Pacific Ocean over one incredible night, where you see, hear, and feel what it’s like to be under the sea’s greatest wonders. Only in NYC can visitors escape the jaws of a 50-foot humpback whale, laugh through a kelp forest maze, play with mischievous sea lions, and encounter a luminous coral reef, sharks, dolphins, and a battle between vicious squid—all without getting wet! Bundle four tickets for only $99 with Encounter’s “Family Fun Pack.” 226 W. 44th St. (btw. Seventh & Eighth Aves.), 646-308-1337, natgeoencounter.com

NatioNal september 11 memorial & museum

Since opening in May 2014, the 9/11 Memorial Museum has welcomed 7 million visitors. Of the museum’s two permanent exhibits, In Memoriam pays tribute to the 2,983 men, women and children killed on 9/11 and in the 1993 bombing of the World Trade Center. The historical exhibition tells the story of 9/11 at the three U.S. attack sites and around the world, exploring the events before and after, and the attacks’ ongoing relevance.

The memorial portion includes two reflecting pools, featuring North America’s largest manmade waterfalls cascading down eight sides. 180 Greenwich St. (btw. Fulton & Liberty Sts.), 212-266-5211, 911memorial.org

madame tussauds NeW yorK Madame Tussauds features floor after floor of interactive entertainment, with over 200 uncanny wax figures of the biggest icons in entertainment, history, and sports. Madame Tussauds New York Presents Broadway takes visitors on a magical journey traveling through a kaleidoscope of favorite musicals. Or check out Mission: Undead, where you’ll have to prevent a zombie apocalypse. The experience combines the roller coaster thrills with the cinematic twists and turns of a zombie movie. From 3-D glasses to custom-built chairs that move with the game, “7D” technology will wow you with seven different layers of special effects (age 13+ to play). 234 W. 42nd St. (btw. Seventh & Eighth Aves.), madametussauds.com

yaNKee stadium tours No trip to New York is complete without a visit to the Bronx and Yankee Stadium. To get the inside story of the Yankees and explore the full stadium experience, connect with Yankee Stadium Tours. You’ll have

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ONE WORLD OBSERVATORY exclusive access to historic spots like Monument Park, The Great Hall, and even down in the dugout. The daily tours also bring you close to baseball artifacts like Babe Ruth’s bat, Lou Gehrig’s jersey, and rings and trophies representing the Yankees’ 27 world championships. 1 E. 161st St. (River Ave.), 646-977-8687, newyork.yankees.mlb.com

CITYSIGHTSEEING NEW YORK Get all of the best of NYC with the SightSeeing Pass NYC, from CitySightseeing. You can mix and match your way to a complete experience, with more than 100 attractions and special discounts to choose from. This is the only pass that includes options for 5 double-decker loops, Woodbury Common shopping, or a horse and carriage ride. You can even save on lunch: the pass includes prix fixe meals and other discounts. For amazing water vantages, CitySightseeing offers a Hop-On, Hop-Off ferry tour. Passes are available for 1-7 days. 212-812-2700, sightseeingpass.com

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Skylines and bridges await on a Hornblower cruise. Take in unparalleled skyline views from the water aboard one of Hornblower’s breathtaking sightseeing cruises. The See NYC Sightseeing Cruise, departing from Pier 15 at the South Street Seaport, is a great way to view the Statue of Liberty and icons like the Brooklyn Bridge and One World Trade Center—all in one hour! (There are also Hop-On, Hop-Off Cruises from midtown to Lower Manhattan, featuring 90 minutes of mustsee sights.) Pier 40 (353 West St.) in the West Village; Pier 15 at the South Street Seaport; Pier 78 in midtown, 212-206-7522; hornblower.com

See all of New York and beyond from the incomparable heights of One World Observatory. There’s only one tallest. Only one strongest. And only one destination selected as the Best New Attraction in the World. These superlatives belong to One World Trade Center, and its pinnacle, the One World Observatory, rising over 100 stories in the sky. With an attraction this popular, OWO’s all-timed-entry system is a major advantage. Computerized ticketing ensures wait times are always kept manageable. You can buy your ticket on the spot, or in advance online. You’ll see some fast facts as you make your way to the elevators, confirming the superlatives: at 1,776 feet, One World Trade is the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere; with over 40,000 metric tons of steel and a unique concrete core, it’s the strongest building in the world. After a minute’s ride and a short video, you’ll hit the Discovery Level (the main observatory), with 360° sights of the city and beyond. It’s all here, from the rivers to the harbor, from the Statue of Liberty to the Empire State Building. Jersey and Queens recede in distant horizons. Helicopters zip by like hummingbirds, well below the floor-to-ceiling windows. The skyscrapers of Lower Manhattan—some of which once claimed title to the tallest building in the world—cluster below your feet like toys. Observatory hours daily are 8am-10pm, with the last ticket sale at 8:45pm. General admission is $35 and there are great package deals like VIP tours and ONE Dine prix-fixe specials, where you can enjoy multi-course lunches and dinners accompanied by the greatest views in the world. You can also save on combo tickets that include Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises and the National September 11 Memorial & Museum. 285 Fulton St. (entrance on the corner Vesey & West Sts.), 844-6961776, OneWorldObservatory.com

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World trade center (enter at Liberty & greenwich Sts., or West & Liberty Sts., or Vesey St.); 911memorial.org The 9/11 Memorial consists of two enormous pools surrounded by a plaza of trees and a museum which displays artifacts linked to the events of 9/11, while presenting stories of loss, compassion, reckoning, and recovery. 2017 Concierge Choice Awards winner for best Cultural Institution. Open daily, 9am-8pm (fall/winter).

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Take in the grandeur of New York and see spectacular views of Manhattan as knowledgeable guides point out the famous landmarks. Many cruises to choose from year-round: the classic 2.5-hour Best of NYC Cruise, which goes all the way around Manhattan; the 1.5-hour Landmark Cruise; the 1-hour Liberty Cruise; or the 2-hour evening Harbor Lights Cruise. 2017 Concierge Choice Awards winner for Best Tour.

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CitySightseeing Visitor Center, Pier 78, 455 12th Ave. @ 38th St., 212-445-7599; citysightseeingcruises.com CitySightseeing Cruises is a fun and comfortable way to see New York City. Join us on tours around the island of Manhattan that showcase the architecture, history, and culture of the Big Apple. Whether you’re on a tight schedule, have time to spare, or are looking for a relaxing evening out, we’ve got the perfect cruise for you.

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20 W. 34th St. (5th-6th Aves.), 212-736-3100 esbnyc.com One of the magnificent seven wonders of the modern world offers a romantic nightcap and an opportunity to watch the stars come out over the greatest city in the world. Whether you’re “Sleepless in Seattle” or having “An Affair to Remember,” this is one of the most romantic spots in all of NYC. 2017 Concierge Choice Awards Winner. $37-$39 adult; $35$37 seniors (62+); $31-$33 youth (7-12); children 6 and under are free. Open 7 days, 8am-2am (last elevator at 1:15am).

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777 Eighth Ave. (47-48 Sts); Port Authority, 42nd St. & 8th Ave.; Times Square, Bdwy. (46-47 Sts.), 800-669-0051; newyorksightseeing.com Daily tours by open-top deluxe double-decker buses & luxury coaches. The Classic New York Double Decker Bus Tour includes a round-trip ferry ticket to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island and a ticket to the Empire State Building or Top of the Rock, & the All Loops Tour, a 2-day ticket hop-on & off with 50+ stops from Times Square to Harlem to Brooklyn, & Night Tours.

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Be the hero of your very own adventure at The Escape Game! Here’s how it works: you and your team will work together to find clues, solve puzzles, and ultimately complete a mission. Find yourself breaking out of prison, finding hidden gold, saving the day, and more! If you’re looking for something fun and unique, make sure to go to The Escape Game located in Midtown Manhattan.

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777 Eighth Ave. (47th-48th Sts); Port Authority, 42nd St. & 8th Ave.; Times Square, Bdwy. (46th-47th Sts.), 800-669-0051; newyorksightseeing.com Daily tours by open-top deluxe double-decker buses & luxury coaches. The Classic New York Double Decker Bus Tour includes a round-trip ferry ticket to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island and a ticket to the Empire State Building or Top of the Rock, & the All Loops Tour, a 2-day ticket hop-on & off with 50+ stops from Times Square to Harlem to Brooklyn, & Night Tours. Starting at $44. 2007 Concierge Choice Award Winner. 20082009 Concierge Choice Award Nominee.

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89 E. 42nd St. at Park Ave., grandcentralterminal.com info@grandcentralterminal.com Opened in 1913, this historic train terminal is a majestic Beaux-Arts architectural masterpiece with 44 train platforms, a central subway station in Midtown Manhattan, 68 shops, 35 dining options, and about 75 events annually. 750,000 visitors daily. Audio and guided tours are available for those with a passion for history.

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Downtown Heliport (Pier 6 & the East River), 212-355-0801; heliny.com See NYC from above its bustling streets. They offer 2 long helicopter tours that include the Statue of Liberty, NY Harbor, the Chrysler Building, Central Park, Columbia University, the George Washington Bridge, Yankee Stadium & more. They also offer customized tours & hourly rates. 2018 Concierge Choice Awards Winner.

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Pier 86, W. 46th St. & 12th Ave., 212-245-0072 intrepidmuseum.org Founded in 1982, this NYC institution takes you on an interactive journey through history to learn about American innovation and bravery. The Intrepid includes the Space Shuttle Pavilion, home to Enterprise, the world’s first space shuttle. Also on display are 27 authentically restored aircraft, including the Lockheed A-12 Blackbird, the world’s fastest military jet and spy plane, and the British Airways Concorde, the fastest commercial aircraft to ever cross the Atlantic Ocean.

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234 W. 42nd St. (7th-8th Aves.); nycwax.com Time to celebrate #BIGTIME. Get your selfie sticks ready: Madame Tussauds in Times Square is the only place with no ropes or barriers holding you back from your favorite stars. Pose “in a moment in time” with the world’s most iconic musicians, leaders, sports legends, and A-list stars. Immerse yourself in the MARVEL Super Heroes 4D Film & Experience and fly with your favorite super heroes; enjoy an Audience with the Royal Family, including the Duke & Duchess of Sussex; save the world from a zombie apocalypse in the all-new experience Mission: Undead; and party in style and count down the new year in the NYE in NYC Experience. Make more Famous Moments @nycwax.

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Surf Ave. & W. 8th St., Coney Island, Brooklyn 718-265-FISH; nyaquarium.com

See unparalleled skyline views from the water aboard one of Hornblower’s breathtaking sightseeing cruises. The See NYC Sightseeing Cruise, departing from Pier 15 at the South Street Seaport, is the best way to view the Statue of Liberty and icons like the Brooklyn Bridge and One World Trade Center— all in 1 hour! Enjoy live onboard English narration or follow along in one of 9 languages with the Hornblower AudioTour Guide app. Also, Hop-On, Hop-Off Cruises from midtown to Lower Manhattan, featuring 90 minutes of must-see sights!

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Pier 40 (353 West St.) in the West Village; Pier 15 at the South Street Seaport; Pier 78 in midtown, 212-206-7522; hornblower.com

Thousands of exotic aquatic creatures reside in naturalistic habitats beside the ocean in Brooklyn’s Coney Island. The newest draw here is Ocean Wonders: Sharks!, which shows off 100 shark species, teeth bared for all to see. Also expect sea turtles and cownose rays, and even a touch tank. The nation’s oldest aquarium is also home to the NY Aquarium 4D Theater; Conservation Halll; the Aquatheater, an outdoor arena where sea lions perform tricks; and the Sea Cliffs, where you can see penguins, otters, seals, and sea lions. Open 365 days a year.

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226 W. 44th St. (7th-8th Aves.), 646-308-1337 natgeoencounter.com Dive into a virtual ocean where high tech meets the deep sea. National Geographic Encounter is a new, interactive entertainment attraction in Times Square that journeys through the Pacific Ocean over one incredible night, where you see, hear, and feel what it’s like to be under the sea and encounter its greatest wonders. Only in NYC can visitors escape the jaws of a 50-foot humpback whale, laugh through a kelp forest maze, play with mischievous sea lions, and encounter a luminous coral reef, sharks, dolphins, and a battle between vicious squid—all without getting wet! Take $10 off with City Guide’s coupon on page 1.

There’s only one tallest. Only one strongest. And only one destination selected as the Best New Attraction in the World. These superlatives belong to One World Trade Center, and its pinnacle, the One World Observatory, rising over 100 stories in the sky. Catch 360° sights of the city and beyond, from the rivers to the harbor, and from the Statue of Liberty to the Empire State Building. Complimentary admission to 9/11 family members and the rescue and recovery workers who responded; visit tributewtc.org/observatory for more information.

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973-275-5555; njtransit.com Traveling to or from Newark Liberty International Airport or to MetLife Stadium, Prudential Center, or the Jersey Shore? NJ TRANSIT is the convenient hassle-free way to get where you’re going in New Jersey. Frequent service from Penn Station New York makes it easy. Buy your tickets in advance using your smart phone with the NJ TRANSIT Mobile AppTM, free from the App StoreSM and Google PlayTM.

Sometimes a show for kids hits all the right notes: good concept (check); cool actors (check); interaction (check); fun music (check, check, check). But once in a very blue—probably cerulean or cobalt—moon comes a production aimed at children that offers all of the above and umpteen more check marks...check marks that let loose 21st-century pop culture goodies (graphic novels, web series, escape rooms, video games, etc.) and toss in live actors, a propulsive storyline, and creative problem solving for an all-immersive theatrical experience.

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Bronx River Parkway (Exit 7W at Fordham Rd.), Bronx, or by Metro-North Railroad to Botanical Garden Station, 718-817-8700; nybg.org One of America’s foremost public gardens, with 50 gardens and plant collections on 250 acres. Tues.-Sun., 10am-6pm; closed Mon. except federal holidays. All-Garden Pass pricing starts at adults $23; seniors/students (w/valid ID) $18$22; children (2-12) $8; children (under 2) and members free (prices higher on weekends and holiday Mondays).

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234 W. 42nd St., 212-221-0853; theridenyc.com THE RIDE is a 75-minute journey through Times Square and midtown Manhattan where New York City’s iconic landmarks unfold before your very eyes. Discover the excitement and wonder of New York’s most noted locations as audience members face sideways looking out of floor-to-ceiling glass windows, delivering unparalleled panoramic and vertical views of Manhattan. With stadium seating, 40 monitors, 3,000 LED lights, & surround sound, THE RIDE is the world’s only moving theater.

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stAtUe oF liBeRty FD 234 W. 42nd St. (7th-8th Aves.), 212-398-3133 ripleysnewyork.com Located in Times Square in the heart of NYC, Ripley’s Odditorium brings people of all ages face-to-face with the world’s most unbelievable curiosities. With 18,000 square feet of astonishing artifacts and exciting interactive exhibits, including the world’s largest collection of shrunken heads, NY’s only laser maze, and the new Willard Wigan micro-miniature sculpture collection that is so small it takes 400 times magnification to be seen properly, guests will find incredible oddities around every corner. Open 9am-1am daily.

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928 8th Ave. (54th-55th Sts.), 212-549-1941 spyscape.com SPYSCAPE is the world’s preeminent spy museum and experience, opened February, 2018 in midtown. This unique destination pulls visitors into the secretive universe of intelligence agents, codebreakers, investigative journalists, and hacktivists. Combining worldclass artifacts, storytelling, and personalized experiences, SPYSCAPE allows visitors to explore their own spy skills and attributes, and learn what kind of spy they’d be.

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877-LADY TIX (877-523-9849); nps.gov/stli A gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States and a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. After Hurricane Sandy, Liberty Island reopened to the public on July 4, 2013. Options include crown, monument, and grounds-only tickets. Ferry tickets available through Statue Cruises at statuecruises.com.

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30 Rockefeller Center (W. 50th St. btw. 5th & 6th Aves.), 877-692-7625; topoftherocknyc.com The 67th-70th floor observation deck of 30 Rockefeller Plaza in world-famous Rockefeller Center offers sweeping, unobstructed open-air views of New York City. Featuring reserved-time tickets, multi-media exhibits, and more. 2010 Concierge Choice Award Winner.

WAshiNgtoN sQUARe pARk gv Main entrance at Fifth Ave. south of 8th St. One of Greenwich Village’s major landmarks, as well as a popular meeting place and center for cultural activity. The fountain area and Washington Arch, built in the late 1880s to honor the 100th anniversary of George Washington’s inauguration, are especially popular.

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877-LADY TIX (877-523-9849); statuecruises.com Offering Harbor Tours and ferries to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Multiple daily Statue of Liberty Harbor Tours depart from Battery Park every 30 minutes, seven days a week, from 8:30am-4pm. Ferries depart daily from Battery Park at the foot of Manhattan.

No trip to NYC is complete without visiting the home of the 27-time World Champion New York Yankees! Whether you’re a die-hard baseball fan or want exclusive access to different parts of the Stadium, this tour has something for everyone. Come up close to historic baseball artifacts like Babe Ruth’s bat or Lou Gehrig’s jersey. Embrace the Yankees’ winning tradition by seeing the team’s World Series rings and trophies. Visit the famous Monument Park that honors the greatest figures in Yankees history. Each tour is led by a knowledgeable and experienced guide.

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A Broadway smash: Ain’t Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptations.

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WHO’S NEWS To Kill a Mockingbird debuted last year with Jeff Daniels as Atticus Finch. On November 1st he passed the small-town lawyer torch to Golden Globe winning/Oscar-nominated actor Ed Harris (Game Change; The Truman Show; Westworld). What makes Harris’s arrival more than a one-person game changer is that he’s helming a completely revamped company. Sprawling turnovers are uncommon, but considering the new cast’s formidable Broadway pedigree, Bartlett Sher’s gold-caliber direction, and Aaron Sorkin’s stunning stage adaptation of Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prizewinning novel, it should be good to go for quite some time.

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Crazy fabulous shows are definitely the rage this season, starting with those occupying the jukebox arena. TINA: The Tina Turner Musical recently hit Broadway with all kinds of rock queen glam; Jagged Little Pill arrived with a score harvested from Alanis Morissette’s Grammy-winning album of the same name; Ain’t Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptations is an insider’s look at the group’s backstory and how they ignited the charts with songs like “My Girl” and “Just My Imagination”; Moulin Rouge! The Musical redefined jukebox with the most staggering mash-up of pop music to ever hit the stage; and Jersey Boys, the Tony-winning smash about Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, is currently an Off-Broadway prized possesion. Broadway productions featuring teen heroes and heroines make up another category, filling the gap between Disney and shows with super-size adult content. Taking on this genre are Dear Evan Hansen, Mean Girls, Wicked, Beetlejuice, and the newest arrival, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical. This fantasy is based on Rick Riordan’s 2005 myth-centric novel about the son of Poseidon, who finds himself at Camp Half-Blood (more or less Hogwarts for junior demigods) where, along with newfound cohorts, he rebels, fights monsters, and belts youth-infused anthems. As for the title character, Chris McCarrell’s Percy is most definitely millennial-flavored eye-candy.

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Other noteworthy actors commanding attention both on and off the Great White Way include Oscar winner Marisa Tomei, giving it her all in Tennessee Williams’s sexually charged The Rose Tattoo; Tony winner Mary-Louise Parker in Pulitzer finalist Adam Rapp’s The Sound Inside; Tony-winner Harvey Fierstein as political provocateur Bella Abzug in Bella Bella; and four-time Game of Thrones Primetime Emmy winner Peter Dinklage (that’s right, Tyrion Lannister) in a far different period role: Cyrano.

constructor David Kwong ushers participants through an immersive labyrinth of puzzles (and more) as he taps into his dual skills in neuroscience and prestidigitation. The show—a little Gothic, a lot mystifying—is aptly dubbed The Enigmatist. Cocktails are involved. Finally, returning for a fifth year on Broadway is the ultimate magical convergence: The Illusionists – Magic of the Holidays. Beginning November 29th and running through January 5th, this dazzling production takes hocus-pocus to soaring proportions. The collection of performers seducing multigenerations of theatergoers this season includes 2019 America’s Got Talent semifinalists Dom Chambers (“The Showman”) and Eric Chen (“The Manipulator”). They’re joined by four other celebrated masters of magical wherewithal and the acclaimed VERBA Shadow Theatre. Nothing more will be revealed…I leave it to you to enter these unpredictable worlds at your own risk…and pleasure!

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Let’s say you enjoy having your mind blown by mentalists… conjurers… illusion VIPs. If so, you’re definitely in the right place at the right time. Theatrical alchemy in the literal sense is a seriously prescient player at the moment and it began this past September when Derren Brown: Secret opened on Broadway. Brown, a charming Brit with a seemingly supernatural flair for psychological gaming (the “Guess Who” portion of the program, where he plucks secrets from random theatergoers, will have you convinced he’s a telepath) is irresistible. In a more intimate venue, aka The High Line Hotel’s 19th-century Hoffman Hall reimagined as the Riverbank “cradle of cryptography” Estate, magician and crossword

I know, Halloween is barely in the rearview mirror, but as Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa approach, it’s nice to begin embracing the season before the rush. So here are three seasonal treats draped in festive flair to spark the spirit of the season. And all are up and running through January 5th! Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes. NYC’s iconic holiday show just keeps getting more exciting and 2019 is nothing short of a seasonal sensation, blending tradition and techno-wonders! Slava’s Snowshow. This funny and beautifully etched celebration of winter was created by Russian performance artist Slava Polunin. In 2009 it was a Unique Theatrical Show Tony nominee. A Christmas Carol. A glorious new production of Dickens’s holiday masterpiece starring Tony winners Andrea Martin (Pippin) and LaChanze (The Color Purple) alongside Campbell Scott’s (House of Cards) Scrooge.

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(Opened 9/5/19) (90 mins., no intermission) Olivier winner Tom Hiddleston stars in this revival of Pinter’s classic. With poetic precision and rich humor, the play charts a compelling seven-year romance captured in reverse chronological order. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 12/8)

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(Opened 4/25/19) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager who is obsessed with death. Lucky for Lydia her new house is haunted by a recently deceased couple and a degenerate demon. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away her insufferable parents, he comes up with the perfect plan involving exorcism, arranged marriage and the biggest sandworms Broadway has ever seen. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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thE bOOk Of mORmON eugene O’neill Theatre, 230 W. 49th St., 877-250-2929; bookofmormonbroadway.com 2011 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 3/24/11) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Trey Parker and Matt Stone, the duo behind South Park, are the masterminds behind this off-the-charts hilarious musical comedy about a pair of wide-eyed Mormon boys whose first assignment as missionaries takes them from ringing doorbells stateside to a remote village in Uganda where cynicism is the tongue-in-cheek way of life for the poverty-riddled residents. Divinely profane, the show is an ongoing Broadway phenom thanks to infectious performances and a first rate score. Classic musical comedy with a wickedly twisted cachet! Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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(Opened 3/21/19) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) The Temptations’ extraordinary journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame unfolds in this new musical, from how they met to the conflicts that threatened to tear the group apart. With signature dance moves and harmonies, they topped the charts with 14 No. 1 hits. Theirs is a story of brotherhood, family, loyalty, and betrayal, set to the beat of such songs as “My Girl,” “Just My Imagination,” and “Papa Was a Rolling Stone.” Call or visit website for playing schedule.

Ambassador Theatre, 219 W. 49th St., 212-239-6200 chicagothemusical.com 1997 Tony, Best Musical Revival (Opened 11/14/96) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Kander & Ebb’s “musical vaudeville” about those murderous tootsies Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly offers a delicious cavalcade of colorful characters who stop at nothing to get what they want! A runaway success in over 250 cities worldwide, earning six Tony Awards, two Olivier Awards, a Grammy and thousands of standing ovations. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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(Opened 3/20/14) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) The beloved story is brought to thrilling theatrical life in this bold new musical. With just one rub of a magic lamp, Aladdin’s journey sweeps you into an exotic world full of adventure, comedy and romance. It’s an unforgettable Disney theatrical experience that includes all the cherished songs from the Oscar-winning score plus more written especially for Broadway. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

This timeless — and timely — tale of redemption welcomes theatergoers of all ages into an immersive holiday experience brimming with Christmas spirit. Featuring dazzling staging, moving storytelling and 12 cherished Christmas carols, the acclaimed London import stars Campbell Scott (House of Cards) as Ebinezer Scrooge alongside Tony winners Andrea Martin and LaChanze. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

new Amsterdam Theatre, 214 W. 42nd St., 866-870-2717; aladdinthemusical.com

Lyceum Theatre, 149 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; AChristmasCarolBroadway.com

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Schoenfeld Theatre, 236 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; comefromaway.com (Opened 3/12/17) (100 mins., no intermission) On September 11, 2001, 38 planes were ordered to land in the remote town of Gander, Newfoundland. What unfolded when the stranded international strangers deplaned was amazing: the locals stepped up to host them leading to extraordinary camaraderie. Worth noting: Christopher Ashley picked up the 2017 Tony for Best Direction of a Musical. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

david byrne’s american utoPia (Opened 10/20/19) (100 mins., no intermission) This unique concert performance marks a cultural milestone in the worlds of music and theatre. Pop/rock innovator David Byrne (Talking Heads, Here Lies Love) shares the spotlight with a diverse ensemble of 11 musical artists from around the globe. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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Music Box Theatre, 239 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; dearevanhansen.com

Lincoln Center Theaters’ Vivian Beaumont Theater, 150 W. 65th St. 800-447-7400; GreatSocietyBroadway.com (Opened 10/1/19) (2 hrs., 45 mins.) Following the success of his All the Way, Robert Schenkkan’s second LBJ play tracks President Lyndon Johnson during the upheaval in Vietnam, rise of the Civil Rights Movement, deaths of Martin Luther King Jr. and Robert F. Kennedy and the creation of the programs of the Great Society. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 11/30)

Walter Kerr Theatre, 219 W. 48th St., 800-745-3000; hadestown.com 2019 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 4/17/19) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Two intertwining love stories—Orpheus and Eurydice and the King Hades and his wife Persephone -- form the basis of this genre-defying new musical blending American folk music with New Orleans-inspired jazz to create an epic journey to the underworld and back. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

Hamilton

2017 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 12/4/16) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) All his life Evan Hansen has felt invisible. But when a tragic event shocks the community and thrusts him into the center of a rapidly evolving controversy, he is given the opportunity of a lifetime: the chance to be somebody else. This new American musical offers a deeply personal and profoundly contemporary story about a little lie that changes everything. Performances begin on time; no late seating. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

derren brown: secret

Cort Theatre, 131 W. 48th St., 212-239-6200; DerrenBrownSecret.com (Opened 9/15/19) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Two-time Olivier Award winner Derren Brown has mesmerized millions worldwide with his unique brand of mind reading, persuasion, and psychological illusion. Now, the U.K./Netflix star brings his talents to Broadway. Not recommended for children under 12. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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Booth Theatre, 222 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; FreestyleLoveSupreme.com (Opened 10/2/19) (85 mins., no intermission) An electrifying crew launches audience suggestions into a freestyle, hip-hop, improvisational comedy ride. In short, each performance is unique and includes surprise guest appearances from Broadway icons like Lin-Manuel Miranda, Daveed Diggs, Chris Jackson, James Monroe Iglehart and others! Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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(Opened 3/22/18) (2 hrs., 15 mins.) Disney’s hit animated film about two sisters separated by a mysterious secret comes to life in this dazzling stage adaptation that begins in childhood and takes audiences far into a world of snowy wonder. As Elsa, in her ice castle, struggles to harness her powers, her fearless sister, Anna, embarks on an epic journey -- aided by handsome mountaineer Kristoff and hilarious snowman, Olaf -- to bring her family together. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

Richard Rodgers Theatre, 226 W. 46th St., 877-250-2929; hamiltonbroadway.com 2016 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 8/6/15) (2 hrs., 55 mins.) Broadway’s mega-hit explores the bastard orphan/ war hero/Treasury head/founding father through a tale of America’s fiery past alongside Washington, Jefferson, Eliza Hamilton and Aaron Burr. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

Harry Potter and tHe cursed cHild Lyric Theatre, 213 W. 42nd St., 212-305-4100; harrypottertheplay.com/us 2018 Tony, Best Play (Opened 4/22/18) Shown in two separate parts, the play shows Harry working at the Minis- try of Magic while grappling with a past that refuses to stay where it belongs. Meanwhile, Albus, the youngest of his three children, struggles with the weight of a family legacy he never wanted – all the while hanging at Hogwarts with his newfound best friend and fellow conflicted kid: Draco Malfoy’s son, Scorpius. As past and present fuse ominously, both father and son learn the uncomfortable truth: Sometimes, darkness comes from unexpected places. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, 261 W. 47th St. 212-239-6200; ManhattanTheatreClub.org (Opened 9/24/19) (80 mins., no intermission) For 50 years the lives of André and Madeleine have been filled with the everyday pleasures and mysteries of an enduring marriage, until suddenly their life together begins to unravel, and their relationship is faced with the inevitability of change. Starring Jonathan Pryce and Eileen Atkins. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 11/24)

THE IlluSIONISTS – MAGIC OF THE HOlIdAyS

Neil Simon Theatre 250 W, 52nd St., 800-982-2787; ticketmaster.com (2 hrs.) Back in New York by popular demand, this mindblowing holiday spectacular showcases the jaw dropping talents of seven of the world’s most incredible illusionists: Chris Cox (The Mentalist), Paul Dabek, (The Trickster), Kevin James (The Inventor), Hyun Joon Kim (The Manipulator), Sos & Victoria Petrosyan (The Transformationalists), Enzo Weyne (The Unforgettable), and VERBA Shadow Theatre. A non-stop show of thrilling and sophisticated magic! Call or visit website for playing schedule. (From 11/29)

THE INHERITANCE

Ethel Barrymore Theatre, 243 W. 47th St., 212-239-6200; TheInheritancePlay.com Matthew Lopez’s Olivier Award-winning two-part epic reenvisions E. M. Forster’s “Howards End” to 21st-century New York. It follows the interlinking lives of three generations of gay men searching for a community of their own – and a place to call home. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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Broadhurst Theatre, 235 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; JaggedLittlePill.com

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(2 hrs., 30 mins.) Inspired by Alanis Morissette’s Grammywinning album and featuring such songs as “Ironic” and “You Oughta Know” – as well as new songs written for the show -- this new musical follows a seemingly perfect family who must choose between maintaining the status quo and facing harsh truths about themselves, their community, and the world around them. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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(Opened 10/16/19) (2 hrs.) As a son of Poseidon, Percy Jackson has newly discovered powers he can’t control, monsters on his trail, and is on a quest to find Zeus’ lightning bolt to prevent a war between the Greek gods. Based Rick Riordan’s bestseller, this original rock musical is about embracing the superpowers inside all of us. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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Helen Hayes Theatre, 240 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; 2ST.com (Opened 10/10/19) (2 hrs., 40 mins.) Pulitzer Prize and Tony winner Tracy Letts (August: Osage County) wrote this brutally comedic look at Wheeler, a 50-year-old divorcee in the throes of a mid-life spiral who starts on a path toward self-discovery to reconcile the man he has become with the man he wants to be. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 11/10)

THE lION kING Minskoff Theatre, 200 W. 45th St., 866-870-2717; disneyonbroadway.com 1998 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 11/13/97) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) A glorious stage adaptation of Disney’s animated hit, The Lion King is a treasure trove of stunning visual magic created by Tony-winner Julie Taymor. Set in the flourishing African Pride Land, the story follows the lion prince, Simba, and the characters in his life -- young lioness Nala, BFFs Timon and Pumbaa, his villainous uncle Scar -- and his journey from precious cub to king of the jungle. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

MEAN GIRlS

August Wilson Theatre, 245 W. 52nd St., 212-239-6200; meangirlsonbroadway.com (Opened 4/8/18) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Cady may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for suburbia’s ferocious ways. How will this naive newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? By taking on a trio of frenemies led by the ruthless Regina. But when Cady devises a plan to dethrone Regina, she learns you can’t cross a queen bee without getting stung. Tina Fey, who wrote the film on which the show is based, also penned the Broadway script. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

MOulIN ROuGE! THE MuSICAl

Al Hirschfeld Theatre, 302 W. 45thSt., 212-239-6200; moulinrougemusical.com (Opened 7/25/19) (2 hrs., 35 mins.) Enter a world of splendor and romance -- a world where Bohemians and aristocrats rub elbows and revel in electrifying enchantment. Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film comes to life onstage, remixed in a new musical mash-up extravaganza. A theatrical celebration of truth, beauty, freedom and love. Call or visit website for playing schedule

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(Opened 10/6/19) (2 hrs., no intermission) In this antebellum fever-dream, fear and desire entwine in the shadow of the Master’s House: Jim trembles as Kaneisha handles melons in the cottage, Alana perspires in time with the plucking of Phillip’s fiddle in the boudoir and Dustin cowers at the heel of Gary’s black boot in the barn. Nothing is as it seems, yet everything is as it seems. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

2019 Tony, Best Musical Revival (Opened 4/7/19) (2 hrs., 45 mins.) Following a sold-out run Off-Broadway, director Daniel Fish’s critically acclaimed take on the Rodgers and Hammerstein classic is sexy, sinister and unforgettable. Set in rural Oklahoma in 1907, the iconic score includes the title song as well as “Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin’” and “ Surrey With the Fringe on Top”. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

Majestic Theatre, 247 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; thephantomoftheopera.com 1988 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 1/26/88) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) One of Broadway’s greatest attractions, Gaston Leroux’s thriller following a beautiful young soprano and the mysterious masked figure who loves her, has achieved legendary status as the longest running Broadway show of all time. Experience—or re-experience— Andrew Lloyd Webber’s haunting “Music of the Night” in its full iconic splendor. Exquisitely produced and performed, this is truly musical theatre at its finest. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

tHe rose tattoo

American Airlines Theatre, 227 W. 42nd St., 212-719-1300; RoundaboutTheatre.org (Opened 10/15/19) (2 hrs., 15 mins.) Oscar winner Marissa Tomei stars in this revival of a Tennessee Williams’ Tonywinning play about a widow who rekindles her desire for love and lust for life in the arms of a fiery suitor. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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Stephen Sondheim Theatre, 124 W. 43rd St., 212-239-6200; slavassnowshowbroadway.com

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(100 mins.) It’s been a decade since this award-winning winter-themed celebration of the holiday season had delighted New York audiences. Created by performance artist Slava Polunin, Snowshow juggles playfulness with pathos. Evanescent lighting, gibberish vs. actual speech, an ongoing flirtation with inanimate objects – all add up to a unique theatrical experience. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (From 11/11)

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(Opened 10/17/19) (90 mins., no intermission) Bella Baird (Mary-Louise Parker) is an accomplished professor at an Ivy League university who prizes her solitude. But when she faces a challenge she cannot tackle alone, she allies herself with Christopher, a brilliant and mysterious student. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

tina: tHe tina turner musical

Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, 205 W. 46th St., 212-239-6200; TinaOnBroadway.com (Opened 11/7/19) (2 hrs., 45 mins.) From humble Tennessee beginnings to her transformation into the global Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Tina didn’t just break the rules, she rewrote them. Fresh from an acclaimed London run, TINA debuts on Broadway with its star, Tony-nominee Adrienne Warren. or visit website for playing schedule.

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Shubert Theatre, 225 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; tokillamockingbirdbroadway.com (Opened 12/13/18) (2 hrs., 35 mins.) Set in Alabama in the 1930s, Harper Lee’s Pulitzer-winning story of racism and childhood innocence centers on American literature’s noble- minded lawyer, Atticus Finch (Ed Harris). Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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Marquis Theatre, 1535 Broadway, 800-745-3000; TootsieMusical.com (Opened 4/23/19) (2 hrs., 35 mins.) This sparkling new musical comedy tells the story of Michael Dorsey, a talented but difficult actor who struggles to find work until he’s inspired to show up at an audition as actress Dorothy Michaels and lands a starring role in a new Broadway musical. Based on the hit 1982 film starring Dustin Hoffman, this show-within-a-show farce -- featuring some of NYC’s most celebrated musical theatre performers -- is as hilarious as it is heartwarming. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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Brooks Atkinson Theatre, 256 W. 47th St., 877-250-2929; waitressthemusical.com (Opened 4/24/16) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) In this hit musical comedy, Jenna is a waitress and expert pie maker stuck in a small town and a love-less marriage. Faced with an unexpected pregnancy, she fears she may have to abandon her dream of opening a pie shop—until a baking contest in a nearby county, and a handsome young doctor, offer a recipe for happiness. Grammy- nominated composer Sara Bareilles wrote the show’s music and lyrics. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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The highly anticipated revisionist revival of the Jerome Robbins/Arthur Laurents/Leonard Bernstein/Stephen Sondheim masterwork storms onto Broadway under the direction of Ivo van Hove with new choreography by Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker. The Romeo and Juliet tale centers on two New York gangs and the barriers they impose on young lovers Tony and Maria. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (From 12/10)

Wicked

Gershwin Theatre, 222 W. 51st St. 877-250-2929 wickedthemusical.com (2 hrs., 45 mins.) Set in Oz before the arrival of Dorothy and Toto, this knock-out musical follows the friendship between two young girls—one smart, misunderstood, and greenskinned; the other beautiful, ambitious, and popular—who grow up to be the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. This long-running fantasy musical is based on the best-selling novel by Gregory Maguire. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Tony Kushner’s scorching new version of his 1985 play that suggests the possibility of the Reagan counter-revolution eventually giving rise to American fascism. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 12/15)

cHRiSTmaS SpecTacULaR STaRRiNG THe RadiO ciTY ROckeTTeS® Radio City Music Hall, 1260 Sixth Ave., 800-982-2787; Rockettes.com/Christmas (90 mins., no intermission) Beloved by generations of families and starring the incomparable Radio City Rockettes, the Christmas Spectacular is where the magic of Christmas in New York comes alive. The 2019 production combines traditional dance numbers and stunning costumes with cutting edge technology that extends the scenery beyond the stage to transport audiences from their seats right to the center of the action – from the North Pole, to Central Park, to a manger in Bethlehem. A timeless mustsee for anyone seeking out the ultimate holiday experience! Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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Connelly Theatre, 220 E. 4th St., 800-838-3006; connellytheater.org

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Manhattan Theatre Club at City Center, Stage I, 131 W. 55th St., 212-581-1212; nycitycenter.org Tony winner Harvey Fierstein takes on political firebrand Bella Abzug, in his raucous new solo show. Set in 1976, on the eve of her bid to become New York State’s first female Senator, the play finds the larger-than-life icon squirreled away in the bathroom of a midtown hotel awaiting election results as family and celebs await her entrance. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 12/1)

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(1 hr., 45 mins.) No plot, no dialogue, no ripped from the headlines drama, Blue Man is a romp and a half orchestrated by three ingenious blue-hued alien dudes. An ever-morphing Off-Broadway phenomenon, the production combines music, paint drums, snacks, high-tech shenanigans and unpredictable physical comedy. An international sensation, yet the best way to understand their popularity is to see them up close and personal at Astor Place Theatre where it all began! Call or visit website for playing schedule.

Public Theater, Anspacher theater, 425 Lafayette St., 212-967-7555, publictheater.org

Broadway Theatre, Broadway at 53rd St., 212-239-6200; westsidestorybway.com

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The story of the Tuskegee Airmen: six African American men on a journey to become U.S. Army Air Forces pilots. From their struggle with Jim Crow to their intelligence, patriotism, and brotherhood. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

Arthur Miller’s classic work set during the accusations hurled at the innocent during the 17th century Salem witch trials was written as an allegory for the era of anticommunism fostered by McCarthyism in the U.S. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

cYRaNO

Daryl Roth Theatre, 101 E. 15th St., 800-745-3000; darylroththeatre.com A raw and transporting new version of the classic tale of unrequited love and ghostwritten letters, Cyrano tells the story of a proud man who, believing himself unlovable, agrees to woo the woman he loves for another. Starring Emmy-winner Peter Dinklage of Game of Thrones fame. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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Irish Repertory Theatre, 132 W. 22nd St., 212-727-2737; irishrep.org (80 mins., no intermission) In this work by Conor McPherson, John Plunkett is haunted by memories of a shameful past and shattered life. On Christmas Eve, an unexpected visit from his estranged daughter forces him to confront his demons and grapple with his chance at redemption. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 11/10)

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High Line Hotel, 180 10th Ave., 866-811-4111; enigmatistshow.com Magician and cruciverbalist David Kwong brings immersive puzzles, cryptology and illusions to NYC. Preshow you must answer 4 questions before entering Riverdale estate’s cryptic library where nothing is as it seems. Is it possible The Enigmatist knows what you think before you do? Call or visit website for playing schedule.

Fear

Lucille Lortel Theatre, 121 Christopher St., 212-352-3101; feartheplay.com In this new work, a little girl’s disappearance prompts a tense confrontation among a plumber, college professor and teenage boy. A psychological drama, the play shows three neighbors discovering how far they’re willing to go to defend the values that define them. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 12/8)

Fiddler on tHe rooF in yiddisH

Stage 42, 422 W 42nd St., 212-239-6200; fiddlernyc.com (3 hrs.) A new adaptation of the celebrated musical based on Shalom Aleichem’s short stories following the dairyman Tevye and his family. Set in a small Jewish village in 1905 czarist Russia, the story centers on Tevye’s three oldest daughters who marry men he has increasing difficulty accepting. Directed by theatre icon Joel Grey, the show features easy-to-read English and Russian supertitles. No matter how may times you’ve seen the English version, you haven’t experienced the real Fiddler on the Roof until you’ve heard it in Yiddish! Call or visit website for playing schedule.

Fires in tHe mirror

Pershing Square Signature Center/Romulus Linney Courtyard Theatre, 480 W. 42nd St., 212-279-4200; signaturetheatre.org Anna Deavere Smith’s groundbreaking documentary drama birthed in 1991 as a response to the racial tensions spawned by the Crown Heights deaths of an African American boy and a young Orthodox Jewish scholar. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 12/8)

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COME FROM AWAY Book, Music and Lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein Directed by Christopher Ashley

THE REMARKABLE TRUE STORY NOW ON BROADWAY

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New World Stages, 340 W. 50th St., 800-447-7400; imbible.org

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for colored Girls wHo Have considered suicide/wHen tHe rainbow is enuf

Public Theater, Martinson Hall, 212-967-7555; publictheater.org With passion, humor and raw honesty, Ntozake Shange’s form-changing choreopoem tells the stories of seven women of color using poetry, song, and movement. With unflinching honesty and emotion, each woman voices her survival story of having to exist in a world shaped by sexism and racism. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 12/1)

forbidden broadway: tHe neXt Generation Gerard Alessandrini’s musical theatre spoof is back with send-ups of Hadestown, Moulin Rouge, Tootsie, Beetlejuice, and more, as well as Broadway stars like Billy Porter, Karen Olivio and Alex Brightman – plus turns by Bette Midler, Andre de Shields, Bernadette Peters, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and several surprises. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

Gazillion bubble sHow

(70 mins., no intermission) This eye-popping show offers parents and kids an unforgettable extravaganza of soapbubble creations -- accompanied by fantastic special effects and lighting at the hands of an acclaimed bubble artist. Unlike any other production – on or Off-Broadway – Gazillion Bubble Show offers a magical world that dazzles from start to finish. And speaking of finishes, expect a jaw-dropping bubblicious grand finale! Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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(2 hrs., 30 mins.) Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons began their road to stardom as four guys from Jersey with a sound nobody had ever heard – and soon fans couldn’t get enough. But while their harmonies were perfect on stage and on vinyl, their behind-the-scenes lives were a far different story. From Belleville, NJ to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, this Tony-winning bio includes such charttopping hits as “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Walk Like a Man,” and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You.” Call or visit website for playing schedule.

katsura sunsHine’s rakuGo

New World Stages, 340 W. 50th St., 212-239-6200; gazillionbubbleshow.com

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Halfway bitcHes Go straiGHt to Heaven

New World Stages, 340 W. 50th St., 212-239-6200; Rakugo.lol (75 mins., no intermission) Rakugo is the 400-year-old Japanese traditional art of comic storytelling and Katsura Sunshine is the world’s only Western Rakugo Master. Universally funny, charming and yet so very Japanese, he bridges the gap between the East and the West in hilarious style. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 11/30)

little sHoP of Horrors

Westside Theatre, Upstairs, 407 W. 43rd., 212-239-6200; littleshopnyc.com Seymour is a down-on-his-luck florist with a crush on his co-worker Audrey. When he discovers a mysterious – and voracious – plant, suddenly he’s thrust into an epic battle that will determine the fate of the entire human race. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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Classic Stage Company: 136 E. 13th St., 866-811-4111; classicstage.org

Atlantic Theater Company/Linda Gross Theater, 336 W. 20th St., 866-811-4111; atlantictheater.org Pulitzer-winning playwright Stephen Adly Guirgis’s new play focuses on the harrowing, humorous, and heartbreaking inner workings of a women’s halfway house in New York City. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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Jersey boys

New World Stages, 340 W. 50th St., 212-239-6200; JerseyBoysInfo.com/newyork

Triad Theatre, 158 W. 72nd St., 212-279-4200; forbiddenbroadway.com

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(1 hr., 45 mins.) This ultra-fun musical sweeps audiences along a 10,000-year journey through history and across the globe, accompanied by three cocktails and world-class a cappella music! Showcasing the science behind cocktails and spirits, the show also includes beer-brewing and alcohol-distilling demonstrations. The immersive show also comes in a weekend matinee version: DAY DRINKING: THE BRUNCH MUSICAL — featuring a Bloody Mary Bar, authentic Irish Coffee and Bellini. In it, four friends battle today’s over-scheduled world to carve out time for brunch and learn the stories behind brunch and brunch drinks. And, 11/22 thru 12/28, there’s CHRISTMAS CAROL COCKTAILS (at The Producers Club Theaters, 358 W. 44th St.), highlighting the history (and drinking) of holiday quaffs, past, present and future when Scrooge looks to throw a holiday party and calls on Marley’s ghost for help. Call or visit website for playing schedules.

A terrifyingly prophetic tale of revenge, murder, and madness, Shakespeare’s classic tragedy ominously traces the fallout when the darkest side of humanity cheats its way into a position of power. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 12/15)

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BIG HAIR. NON-STOP LAUGHS. ROCK & ROLL. NOTHIN’ BUT A GOOD TIME, GUARANTEED!

The musical that’s rockin’ NYC features all the 80’s songs you love: Every Rose Has Its Thorn • I Wanna Know What Love Is Here I Go Again • Don’t Stop Believin’ and more!

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Pershing Square Signature Center, Alice Griffin Theatre, 480 W. 42nd St., 212-279-4200; signaturetheatre.org

Concierge Choice Award Winner/Nominee

Three young men. One of them will be chosen. They will tell ‘his’ story. A story they’re forced to tell over and over about his new reality and how he lives with it – until he can’t. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (From 11/19)

our dear dead druG lord

tHe marvelous wonderettes

Second Stage, McGinn/Cazale Theatre, 2162 Broadway, 212-246-4422; 2st.com

Kirk Theatre, 410 W. 42nd St., 212-239-6200; themarvelouswonderettes.com

(2 hrs.) It’s Springfield High’s 1958 prom starring the Wonderettes: four girls with big hopes, mega dreams and amazing voices that rock the jukebox classics “Lollipop,” “Dream Lover,” “It’s My Party” and more! Call or visit website for playing schedule.

mstrial

In this fierce and feverish comedy, a gang of teenage girls gathers in an abandoned treehouse to summon the ghost of Pablo Escobar. Are they messing with the actual spirit of the infamous cartel kingpin or just each other? Call or visit website for playing schedule.

Perfect crime

The Theater Center, 210 W. 50th St., 212-921-7862; perfectcrime.com

New World Stages, 340 W. 50th St., 212-239-6200; MsTRIALNYC.com John Paris, an infamous trial lawyer, brings in a DA office star, Karen Lukoff, to help win a high-profile case. After an alcohol-fueled victory celebration, their attraction slides down a slippery slope changing their lives forever. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (From 11/14)

naked boys sinGinG!

Kirk Theatre, 410 W. 42nd St., 212-279 4200; nakedboyssinging.com

(2 hrs.) This long-running psychological thriller tracks a wealthy female psychiatrist caught up in murder. Enter the inspector who becomes obsessed with her, her patients and her home. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 11/3)

PiP’s island: tHe liGHtHouse rescue 400 W. 42nd St. (Ninth Ave.), 212-609-1372; pipsisland.com

(90 mins., no intermission) An outrageous and hilarious revue featuring a score of original songs and six gorgeous guys au natural -- a winning combo if ever there was one! Call or visit website for playing schedule.

newsical tHe musical

Kirk Theatre, 410 W. 42nd St., 212-279 4200; newsicalthemusical.net (90 mins., no intermission) An ever-evolving mockery of all the news (“fake” and otherwise) that’s fit to print, this high-octane musical revue serves up infectious melodies with razor-sharp lyrics and biting satire. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

tHe office! a musical Parody

Jerry Orbach Theatre, The Theater Center, 210 W. 50th St., 212-921-7862; theofficemusicalparody.com In this unauthorized spoof of the TV sitcom “The Office”, it’s a typical morning at Scranton’s third largest paper company until, for no logical reason, a documentary crew begins filming the lives of the employees of Dunder Mifflin. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

(Opened 4/12/19) (60 mins.) Sometimes a show for kids hits all the right notes: good concept, cool actors, interaction, and fun music. And once in a very blue moon a production offers all of the above plus 21st-century pop culture goodies (graphic novels, web series, escape rooms, video games, etc.) on top of live actors, a propulsive storyline, and creative problem solving. The result is an all-immersive theatrical experience for young audiences. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

tHe Play tHat Goes wronG

New World Stages, 340 W. 50th St., 212-239-6200; telecharge.com (2 hrs.) It’s opening night of The Murder at Haversham Manor, a 1920s whodunit where things are quickly going from bad to utterly disastrous thanks in part to a ramshackle set, leading lady with a concussion and a corpse that can’t play dead. It may be a classic murder mystery, but the real mystery is how it ever made it to the stage! This hilarious hybrid of Monty Python and Sherlock Holmes earned its NYC comedic stripes on Broadway before transferring to its current Off-Broadway home where it continues to trigger non-stop laughter! Call or visit website for playing schedule.

on tHat day in amsterdam The morning after a one-night stand, a refugee from the Middle East wakes up next to an American backpacker. With only a day until the two must each leave Amsterdam, they set off on a romantic journey through the city. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 12/18)

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Cherry Lane Theatre, 38 Commerce St., 866-811-4111; cherrylanetheatre.org

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Once a middle-class student whose life was dictated by the expectations of men, a young Syrian refugee’s sheltered life has been shattered by civil war. She now spends her days in a Greek refugee camp where she discovers she must betray everything she once knew and valued in order to survive. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 11/17)

PumPGirl

Irish Repertory, McLucas Studio Theatre, 132 W. 22nd St., 212-727-2737; irishrep.org A homely, tomboyish pumpgirl at a rundown gas station in rural Ireland becomes obsessed with the local racetrack star, a situation that threatens more than the feelings of his disenchanted wife. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

rock of aGes

New World Stages, 340 W. 50th St., 212-239-6200; rockofagesmusical.com (2 hrs., 15 mins.) The iconic Tony nominated Broadway musical returns to the New York stage to celebrate its 10th anniversary! The hit show tells the story of a small-town girl, a city boy, and a rock ‘n’ roll romance on the Sunset Strip. But when the bar where rock reigns supreme is set to be demolished, it’s up to these wannabe rockers and their band of friends to save the day. The show’s score features such ‘80s rock anthems and power ballads as “Every Rose Has Its Thorn,” “I Wanna Know What Love Is,” “Here I Go Again,” and “Don’t Stop Believin’.” Call or visit website for playing schedule.

(3 hrs.) Punchdrunk’s immersive theatrical experience based on Macbeth takes audiences through aspects of the original story via a multi-floor, multi-room journey that plays out differently for everyone. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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Orpheum Theatre, 126 Second Ave., 800-982-2787; stomponline.com (1 hr., 45 mins.) Springing from the underground music clubs of Britain and influenced by its urban streets, Stomp has traveled the world causing a sensation with audiences at each of their appearances. Matchboxes, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters and more fill the stage with the energizing beats of Stomp, the inventive and invigorating stage show that’s dance, music and theatrical performance all adding up to one electrifying rhythm. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

tHat cHemistry sHow

Playroom Theater, 151 W. 46th St., 866-811-4111; sciencetheatercompany.com (80 mins., no intermission) A candle that moves water, a hydrogen bomb, a genie in a bottle -- these and more make up this funny, ingenious show. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

tHat PHysics sHow

Playroom Theater, 151 W. 46th St., 8th Fl. 866-811-4111; thatphysicsshow.com (90 mins., no intermission) A physics demonstrator offers audiences segments on motion, momentum, vacuum, friction, energy, density, fluid motion, sound & light waves, temperature and more. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

scotland, Pa

Laura Pels Theatre in the Harold and Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre, 111 W. 46th St., 212-719-1300; roundabouttheatre.org This deliciously dark new musical comedy, based on both the cult film of the same name and Macbeth, is set in a sleepy Pennsylvania town where a burger-joint manager and his wife cook up a plan to super-size their lives. As their ambitions grow and the bodies fall, they discover just how far they’ll go for a taste of the American dream. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 12/8)

seared

Robert W. Wilson MCC Theater Space, 511 W. 52nd St., 646-506-9393; mcctheater.org Chef Harry scores a mention in a food magazine with his signature scallops, but refuses to recreate his masterpiece for the masses. Add a business partner seeking profit, a restaurant consultant, and a waiter with dreams of his own and all goes to hell in this funny, insightful new play by Theresa Rebeck. Call or visit website for playing schedule. Starring Raul Esparza (SVU). (Thru 12/1)

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sleeP no more

The McKittrick hotel, 530 W. 27th St., 866-811-4111 sleepnomorenyc.com

Lincoln Center Theaters’ Claire Tow Theater, 150 W. 65th St., 212-239-6200; lct3.org

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(90 mins., no intermission) A musical journey of a multigenerational African-American family using the lyrics of songs made famous by artists like Ma Rainey, Billie Holiday, Lena Horn, Beyoncé and many others. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

tHe underlyinG cHris

Second Stage’s Tony Kiser Theater, 305 W. 43rd St., 212-246-4422; 2st.com A life-affirming and high-spirited look at how a person comes into their identity, and how sometimes it’s life’s tiniest moments that most profoundly change our lives. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 12/15)

tHe younG man from atlanta

Pershing Square Signature Center, Irene Diamond Theatre, 480 W. 42nd St., 212-279-4200; signaturetheatre.org Danger waits just underneath the surface in Horton Foote’s Pulitzer-winning drama about an aging couple whose lives are turned upside down once again when a figure from their son’s past shows up in town. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 12/15)

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Newcomer The Long Acre Tavern Wows in Times Square BY Merrill lee Girardeau The Long Acre Tavern welcomes sports fans, beer nerds, bacon lovers, and brunchers. This multi-floor bar and restaurant is the perfect meeting place, with its inviting atmosphere, ample space, and creative offerings from kitchen and bar alike. Named after the former moniker of Times Square, Long Acre merges classic-New York nods with modern vibes. You can watch your favorite team play here from several state-of-the-art screens, which show NCAA, NFL, NBA, and NHL games, in addition to a range of soccer leagues. You can even find a late-night DJ several times a week!

a choice of sides and fish and chips for some classic pub fare. The Long Acre offers a lengthy draft list, with local brews from Bronx Brewery and Brooklyn Brewery next to standbys like Guinness and Miller Lite. You’ll find a selection of bottles and cans of beer and cider as well. Cocktails change with the seasons; espresso martinis, house-infused concoctions, and warm winter drinks are perfect for brisk nights.

BrUnCH There’s a convenient, delicious brunch right here in the heart of the city. Look for coconut cream pancakes with lime butter or chicken ‘n’ waffles. It wouldn’t be The Long Acre without the Breakfast Burger, made with a sunnyside-up egg. Bottomless mimosas and Bloody Marys are options, as is two hours of house beers ($25 with a brunch entree). Cocktail specials include the Kitty Hawk (gin and Prosecco) and peachy 47th St. Bellini.

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dinner & drinks The burger’s the thing here. Don’t miss the already famous Smash Burger, made—as is all the beef here—with blends from legendary New York purveyor Pat LaFrieda. The menu’s newest addition is “The Big Smoke,” a burger with a diabolical mix of bacon, BBQ sauce, pepper jack cheese, and crispy onions. There’s also a classic Long Acre Burger, Burger Au Poivre with brandy peppercorn sauce, and The Times Melt for a new take on a patty melt. Going plant-based? There are two veggie burgers: lentil and “The Impossible” vegan patty. House entrees include roasted chicken with

Come grab a drink and check out a game on weekday evenings at The Long Acre. Happy hour takes place every Monday through Friday, 4-8pm. Select drafts are $5-$7, and house wine is $7 for white or red. Select liquors, including Jim Beam, Altos Silver Tequila, and New Amsterdam Gin, are $7. While you’re around, snack on some of the menu’s best apps: tater tots loaded with bacon and beer cheese, wings fried in duck fat, and sesame cauliflower with cayenne and yogurt sauce.

eVenT sPACe Book your next party, small or large, here! The space, with five available areas across three floors, can accommodate parties of varied sizes. Your guests will love the snacks and drinks (the house’s catering menu includes house favorites like the Korean BBQ Steak Quesadilla and Build Your Own Tacos.)

Inviting atmosphere, ample space, and creative offerings...

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New York Dining: New Tastes and Classic Faves From local seafood to timeless steakhouses to contemporary creative kitchens, New York’s restaurants are serving some of the world’s finest food.

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HB BURGER Named one of the Top 5 Burgers in NYC by Nick Solares of “A Hamburger Today” and “Serious Eats,” HB Burger is not your average burger joint. Choose from a series of specialty burgers, including tuna, bison, veggie, and Kobe beef. There’s also great salads and “Must Trys” that range from fried pickles to Reuben spring rolls to fresh-cut Idaho fries. Freshbrewed house beers make a perfect accompaniment. 127 W. 43rd St. (btw. Sixth & Seventh Aves.), 212-575-5848, hbburger.com

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Be transported at the elegant midtown kaiseki restaurant Suzuki. It’s always exciting to open up a new frontier of experience, like the Japanese haute cuisine known as kaiseki. Midtown destination Suzuki is one of the few places in New York to offer kaiseki, showcasing menus of eight or more interconnected courses. The beauty of the presentations works like a frame on a painting, heightening appreciation for the craft on display. (A sushi counter in back, Satsuki, is helmed by Toshio Suzuki, who helped introduce sushi to the U.S.) 114 W. 47th St. (btw. Sixth & Seventh Aves.), 212-278-0010 (Suzuki), 212-278-0047 (Satsuki), suzukinyc.com

CAffé PALERMO Authentic Italian in the Four Season Garden at Villa Mosconi.

Villa Mosconi keeps true to its authentic Italian origins thanks to Chef Pietro Mosconi, who’s on the board of the Chef de Cuisine Association. Mosconi’s traditional dishes are served in three dining areas, including a sun-drenched Four Season Garden. Expect large portions of red-sauce pastas and classic meat and seafood entrées, all at wallet-friendly prices. The excellent wine list provides a perfect accompaniment. Awarded a 2019 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence! 69 MacDougal St. (btw. W. Houston & Bleecker Sts.), 212-673-0390, villamosconi.com

When you’re ready for a sweet ending to Little Italy adventures, Caffé Palermo is your destination. Here since 1973, this must-stop downtown legend is hosted by Baby John, The Cannoli King. His cannolis keep to that perfect balance between sweet cream and satisfying crunch, making these the best in the city. You’ll also find the finest Italian pastries: cheesecake, tiramisu, Italian cookies, lobster tails, and unbeatable cappuccino and espresso. 148 Mulberry St. (btw. Grand & Hester Sts.), 212-431-4205, caffepalermo.com

STRIP HOUSE Strip House brings New York soaring steak, sides, and desserts. The original downtown location stands near Union Square, while mid-

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town offers mouth-watering pan-seared steaks at a bi-level space near Bryant Park. The star of the show is the namesake New York strip, served in 20-ounce portions with the bone in. Cuts like the Porterhouse for two and rack of lamb are also sure to please. 15 W. 44th St. (btw. Fifth & Sixth Aves.), 212-336-5454; 13 E. 12th St. (btw. Fifth Ave. & University Pl.), 212-328-0000, striphouse.com

moussaka with fig jus. Their wine program recently received the prestigious Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence! 55 E. 54th St. (btw. Park & Madison Aves), 212-759-5554, nerainyc.com

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THE SEA FIRE GRILL The Sea Fire Grill does for seafood what Benjamin Steakhouse does for beef (hardly a surprise, given the same pros are behind both). Raw bar favorites include daily East and West Coast oysters and chilled lobster; appetizers like jumbo lump crab cakes and yellowfin tuna tartare will impress. Look for locally sourced, seasonal fresh catches, prepared thoughtfully, like the roasted branzino with zucchini, red peppers, and a red wine ginger sauce. There are also surf ‘n’ turf combos to take advantage of Benjamin’s ample expertise.158 E. 48th St. (btw. Third & Lexington Aves.), 212-935-3785, theseafiregrill.com

NERAI Nerai brings Greece to Midtown East. Experience the fresh flavors of the Aegean Sea with a range of delicious seafood dishes, hummus, housemade feta, and grilled pita bread. Whether you’re looking for a place to power lunch or a romantic spot after a Broadway show, Nerai presents an elegant, hospitable dining room for all (in addition to patio space outside). Standouts include fresh oysters, a grilled octopus starter over Santorini fava, squid ink pasta linguini with Maine lobster, and duck

Don’t miss the famous “Clothesline” Candied Bacon at David Burke Tavern. The Upper East Side’s latest smash is David Burke Tavern, a Modern American restaurant from award-winning celebrity chef David Burke. A stately townhouse showcases Burke’s creative, contemporary approach to classic fare—often with show-stopping presentations. Signature dishes highlight seafood, steakhouse staples, and beyond, including Steamed Angry Lobster Dumplings, BBQ bison short ribs, and Burke’s famous “Clothesline” Candied Bacon. Himalayan salt brick-aged steaks show off Burke’s patented dry-aging techniques. A thoughtfully curated wine list, craft beers, and specialty cocktails complement any meal. 135 E. 62nd St. (btw. Lexington & Third Aves.), 212-988-9021, DavidBurkeTavern.com

MorTon’s The sTeakhouse Morton’s The Steakhouse is famous for its USDA prime-aged beef, fresh seafood, fine wine, and elegant desserts. For a memorable dinner in the heart of midtown, a wide-open, modern, and stylish dining room offers a great atmosphere whether you’re dining with a group or sharing a romantic dinner for two. Choose from filet mignon, porterhouse steak, signature-cut prime New York strip, Maine lobsters, poultry dishes, and all the classic sides. 551 Fifth Ave. (45th St.), 212-972-3315; 136 Washington St. (W. Houston St.), 212-608-0171, mortons.com

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BENJAMIN STEAKHOUSE 52 E. 41st St. btw Park & Madison Aves. 212.297.9177 617 Hartsdale Rd. White Plains, NY 914.428.6868 FOOD 4.7 DÉCOR 4.4 SERVICE 4.6

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23 E. 40th St. btw Park & Madison Aves. 212.338.0818

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Great American fare. Classic cocktails/top quality beer. Times Square’s best sports bar.

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148 Mulberry St. (Grand St.), 212-431-4205; caffepalermo.com | deSSert, italian

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Since 1973, a must stop in Little Italy! Home of New York’s Award-Winning Cannoli! Voted #1 Cannoli in New York. Stop by & say hello to BABY JOHN the CANNOLI KING! The finest Italian pastries: cheesecake, tiramisu, rainbow cookies, chocolate mousse cake, Italian cookies, etc. are awesome & lobster tails are off the hook! Enjoy unbeatable cappuccino & espresso. Hundreds of celebs have visited so you never know who will drop by. Open 7 days 10:30am til late.

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tribeca: 363 Greenwich St. (Harrison-Franklin Sts.), 212-2264736; Midtown: 109 e. 56th St. (lexington-Park aves.), 212388-5277; americancutsteakhouse.com | SteaK/SeaFOOd 551 Fifth ave. (entrance on 45th St.), 212-972-3315; 136 Washington St., 212-608-0171 mortons.com | SteaKHOuSe/SeaFOOd Famous for USDA prime-aged beef, fresh seafood, fine wine and elegant desserts, Morton’s is the ideal place for a memorable dinner. The wide-open, modern, stylish dining room can accommodate large parties or an intimate dinner for two. The private boardrooms are perfect for meetings and celebrations, or grab a cocktail in Bar 12-21. Enjoy famous steak and seafood at their Financial District location as well, located just steps from the 9/11 Memorial.

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125 Mulberry St. (Canal-Hester Sts.), 212-226-6060, ilcortile.com | italian

“Family” owned institution since 1975 in the heart of Little Italy. Serving the finest cuisine in a stunning atrium garden setting. Charming additional rooms ready to host everything from intimate gatherings to large celebrations. Neighborhood staple spares nothing to deliver highest quality ingredients. One of the most innovative, interesting menus in NYC. Extensive a la carte menu appeals to even the pickiest of palates. Wide variety of prix fixe menus for private dining rooms. Lunch/dinner served seven days.

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Pays homage to the best original and aspirational New York dining experience—the steakhouse. LDV Hospitality and Chef-Partner Marc Forgione capture the nostalgic glamour of NYC and adapt this ambiance to today through tableside experiences and a menu that mixes steakhouse classics with New York signatures like pastrami-rubbed ribeye.

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97 Macdougal St. (Bleecker-W. 3rd Sts.), 212-674-9456 montes1918.com | italian A romantic Italian restaurant in the heart of Greenwich Village. Vintage establishment has been around since 1918 and the Mosconi family has continued its rich tradition. Chef Pietro Mosconi delivers authentic Northern Italian dishes from his region of Emilia Romagna and is often seen in the dining room conversing with patrons. Dine as a couple for a romantic dinner, a small private party, or as a large group. The service is superior, and the staff will make you feel as if you are part of the family.

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Pier 40 (353 West St.) in the West Village; Pier 15 at the South Street Seaport, 212-206-7522; hornblower.com | american Hornblower’s Jazzy Champagne Brunch Cruise redefines brunch, providing you and everyone in your family an exclusive new way to dine. Enjoy our bountiful brunch buffet of classic breakfast favorites as well as chef-selected specialties, accompanied by free-flowing mimosas. Combined with our live world-class jazz band and award-winning onboard DJ, you’ll never look back at traditional land-locked brunch spots again. A unique dining experience—overlooking the city skyline and iconic NYC landmarks.

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Beautiful dishes from Puglia Fish, chicken, veal, fresh homemade pastas Gourmet pizza Neapolitan style in wood-burning oven

Extensive wine by the glass and large selection of bottles, mainly from Italy

887 9th Ave. (57th & 58th Sts.) | (212) 315-2888 masseriadeivini.com

69 macDougal St. (Bleecker-Houston Sts.), 212-674-0320; villamosconi.com | italian An NYC favorite in the heart of famous Greenwich Village. Villa Mosconi is renowned for serving great homemade pastas and fresh seafood. Enjoy their beautiful fourseason garden, the perfect complement to their sublime Italian delights.

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Named one of New York’s best steak restaurants by Zagat. Pier 61, chelsea Piers, manhattan, 866-817-3463 bateauxnewyork.com Bateaux New York is Manhattan’s premier all-glass, Europeaninspired dining cruise vessel. Every elegant Brunch, Lunch and Dinner cruise features creative dining, fine wines, impeccable service, and breathtaking skyline & Statue of Liberty views. Join them for Lunch (Mon.-Sat.) and Sunday Brunch with a live pianist and Dinner with a live three-piece band. Welcome aboard!

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Pier 61, Chelsea Piers, Manhattan & Weehawken, NJ, 866-483-3866; spiritcruises.com Spirit Cruises is New York’s most vibrant and entertaining dining vessel. Its bountiful buffets, stunning skyline and Statue of Liberty views, and non-stop DJ music provide a one-of-a-kind New York experience. Join us daily for Lunch and Dinner and for specialty cruises on select dates.

146 W. 47th St. (6th-7th Aves.), 646-649-3587, longacrenyc.com Great American fare with a modern edge, serving burgers, salads, sandwiches, filet mignon, much more. Classic cocktails/top-quality beer. Times Square’s best sports bar. All top sports including NFL, MLB, soccer, PPV MMA/boxing on numerous state-of-the-art audio/video TVs. 3 floors for private parties; lunch/dinner 7 days. Best brunch in midtown runs from coconut cream pancakes to chicken ‘n’ waffles.

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61 9th Ave. (15th St.), 212-691-0531; starbucksreserve.com | COFFEE The NY Starbucks Reserve® Roastery in the Meatpacking District is a place to experience Starbucks like never before. Immerse yourself in the art, science, and theater of coffee. Explore our extraordinary space where we roast our rarest coffees on-site. Join us for a hand-crafted exclusive beverage, a coffee-inspired cocktail at our Arriviamo™ Bar, and freshly made Italian fare at Princi™. Open Mon.Thur. 7am-11pm, Fri. 7am-midnight, Sat. 8am-midnight, Sun. 8am-10pm.

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Midtown: 109 E. 56th St. (Lexington-Park Aves.), 212-388-5277; Tribeca: 363 Greenwich St. (Harrison-Franklin Sts.), 212-226-4736 americancutsteakhouse.com | STEAK/SEAFOOD American Cut pays homage to the best original and aspirational New York dining experience—the steakhouse. LDV Hospitality and Chef-Partner Marc Forgione capture the nostalgic glamour of NYC and adapt this ambiance to today’s modern social life through tableside experiences and a menu that mixes steakhouse classics with New York signatures like pastrami-rubbed ribeye.

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551 Fifth Ave. (entrance on 45th St.), 212-972-3315; 136 Washington St., 212-608-0171 mortons.com | STEAKHOUSE/SEAFOOD

52 E. 41st St. (Park-Madison Aves.), 212-297-9177 benjaminsteakhouse.com | STEAK/SEAFOOD Peter Luger alumni Benjamin Prelvukaj and Chef Arturo McLeod have combined over 30 years of experience to create Benjamin Steak House, conveniently located near Grand Central Station in the century-old Chemist Club Building. From the beautifully marbled cuts of dry-aged beef to the impeccably refined Old World service and charm, Benjamin Steak House prides itself in providing a quality dining experience in an elegant midtown setting.

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Famous for USDA prime-aged beef, fresh seafood, fine wine and elegant desserts, Morton’s is the ideal place for a memorable dinner. The wide-open, modern, stylish dining room can accommodate large parties or an intimate dinner for two. The private boardrooms are perfect for meetings and celebrations, or grab a cocktail in Bar 12-21. Enjoy famous steak and seafood at their Financial District location as well, located just steps from the 9/11 Memorial.

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928 Broadway (21st-22nd Sts.), 212-777-2754; 590 Madison Ave. (56th St.), 212-355-2217; obica.com | ITALIAN

23 E. 40th St. (Park-Madison Aves.), 212-338-0818 benjaminsteakhouse.com | STEAK/SEAFOOD Benjamin Prime combines modern elegance with traditional steakhouse classics, while also showcasing signature standouts from highly regarded sister property Benjamin Steakhouse. After perfecting both steakhouse and seafood concepts in their arsenal, Benjamin Restaurant Group is highlighting the grill at Prime, serving up USDA prime dry aged steaks and succulent seafood in unique ways. The 10,000 square foot space houses an expansive main dining room and offers private dining spaces for up to 100+ guests.

Obicà Mozzarella Bar is a casual contemporary Italian restaurant, offering a genuine Italian dining experience centered on the freshest Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP from Italy, fresh homemade pasta, and authentic products from Italy’s rich regional heritages. Two locations, including across the street from the famous Flatiron Building. Started in Italy in 2004, today Obicà has restaurants in Rome, Milan, Florence, London, New York, Tokyo, and Los Angeles.

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Experience refined and sophisticated Greek cuisine in the heart of midtown. Our impressive culinary team provides a variety of delectable Greek and Mediterranean-inspired dishes. Nerai will transport you from the bustling streets of New York City to the shores of Greece. As a Wine Spectator Award recipient, we invite you to experience our impeccable attention to service and genuine hospitality. We look forward to hosting you soon.

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158 E. 48 St. (Lexington-3rd Aves.), 212-935-3785 theseafiregrill.com | SEAFOOD The Sea Fire Grill offers seasonally focused contemporary American seafood and an elegant yet classic experience where consistency is key and service is impeccable. The décor is inviting with mahogany wine racks, cool blue accent features, and a roaring marble fireplace. Guests are passionate about the daily East and West coast oysters, Alaskan King Crab Legs, and Pancetta Wrapped Wild Striped Bass.

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234 W. 48th St. (Broadway-8th Ave.) , 212-247-8318, annamnyc.com | vIEtNAMESE/jApANESE

1221 Sixth Ave. (49th St.), 212-575-5129 delfriscos.com | StEAK/SEAfood

Delicious/affordable Vietnamese and Japanese cuisine in heart of Theatre District. A huge selection of items including noodle dishes, curry, chicken/pork/beef/seafood/vegetarian entrees bursting with great flavors. Sushi bar/bento boxes/ rolls/sushi/sashimi. Sushi bar specials: live scallops, nice and fresh Kumamoto oysters. Lunch from $9; Dinner from $11. Perfect for pre- or post-theatre dining. Open 7 days 11:30am-11:30pm.

Steakhouse redefined. A sophisticated, elegant space reflecting the energy, vibrancy, and romanticism of the city. Excellent service combines with generous portions of prime steaks, magnificent cold-water lobster tails and specialties such as combination shrimp platters and crab cakes. Beautifully appointed private party facilities and unique wine-cellar dining. A true dining experience. Reservations recommended. All cards. Open for lunch weekdays, dinner daily. All cards. 2010 Concierge Choice Award Winner.

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234 W. 42nd St. (7th-8th Aves.), 212-391-7414; 205 W. 50th St. (Broadway), 212-262-2400; other locations in East Harlem, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, & Staten Island applebees.com | AMERICAN Offering a lively casual dining experience combining simple, craveable American fare and classic drinks. 50th St. location is the World’s Biggest, serving quality food and drinks with genuine, neighborly service on three floors. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer views of Broadway in upstairs dining rooms. Pro tip: breakfast served 7am–noon daily at both 42nd St. & 50th St. locations!

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40 W. 53rd St. (5th-6th Aves.), 212-969-9980 fogo.com | BRAzILIAN Internationally renowned Brazilian Steakhouse utilizing the centuries-old cooking technique of churrasco. The menu features fire-roasted steak, lamb, pork, and chicken, seasonal salads and sides, signature cocktails, and an award-winning wine list. Enjoy lighter options with the Weekday Lunch menu, or celebrate with Weekend Brunch. Seafood options, too. New York location features four semi-private/private dining areas and a two-level bar that is perfect for Happy Hour.

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1540 Broadway (45th St.), 212-764-6527 bucadibeppo.com | ItALIAN Buca di Beppo is the perfect place for great Italian food and fun! Whether you’re hosting a group event, celebrating a special occasion or planning a business dinner, you’ll enjoy Buca’s authentic Italian cuisine in an eclectic, vintage setting. At Buca, they serve family-style food in two portion sizes. Buca Small feeds two or more and Buca Large feeds four or more. Catering available for delivery and to go. Call for details! Sun.Thurs., 11am-10pm; Fri. & Sat., 11am-midnight.

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“The beef is so good and the potato roll is such a perfect vessel that they are all one needs to reach burger Nirvana,” says Nick Solares of “A Hamburger Today.” The only full-service burger restaurant in Times Square, with spacious seating and a compelling menu, you’ll find Angus beef burgers, a sashimi tuna burger, specialty salads with a full bar, and handcrafted beer. Employeeowned.

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127 W. 43rd St. (6th Ave.-Broadway), 646-366-0235; 5th Ave. & 34th St., 212-563-3433; HB Burger: 127 W. 43rd St. (6th Ave.-Broadway), 212-575-5848, hbburger.com heartlandbrewery.com | AmErICAN From three convenient locations in midtown (including spinoff HB Burger), Heartland Brewery offers handcrafted beers and hearty American cuisine. Stop in and grab a pint of our award-winning craft beer or take a growler to go. A relaxing casual atmosphere for pre-theater lunch and dinner or a great place to take a break before tackling Times Square or climbing the Empire State Building. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Near all theaters!

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157 W. 47th St. (6th-7th Aves.), 646-429-8277 hongkongstation47.com | CHINESE Beautiful bamboo-decorated ambiance with excellent and reasonably priced Chinese cuisine in the heart of the Theater District. The place to go before, during, or after theater. Best dim sum in midtown. Lunch specials only $9.95! Serves lunch and dinner 7 days: soups, congee, seafood, noodle and rice favorites, casserole, vegetable, beef, pork, chicken, and duck.

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152 W. 49th St. (6th-7th Aves.), 646-964-4294 ichiranusa.com | JAPANESE Tonkotsu ramen (pork-bone broth) specialty restaurant featuring private dining booths and customizable ramen. Our newest location in Times Square on West 49th Street boasts 1960s Japan-era decor with the same service and ramen you know and love. Also open at 132 W. 31st St., 212-465-0701, and Bushwick, Brooklyn! We use only the finest ingredients and the most advanced techniques developed by our master artisans.

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887 ninth Ave. (57th-58th Sts.), 212-315-2888 masseriadeivini.com | itAliAn 235 W. 48th St. (7th-8th Aves.), 212-582-2111; lamasserianyc.com | itAliAn “A farmhouse in the middle of Manhattan,” offering classic dishes from the Puglia region of Italy, utilizing the freshest natural ingredients for simple, authentic pastas, risottos, and meat and fish dishes. Warm, inviting decor blends rural Italian style, nostalgia & charm, complementing their exceptional cuisine & wine list. Among most popular restaurants in Theatre District. 7 days lunch/dinner.

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313 W. 46th St. (8th-9th Aves.), 212-246-6513, 212-245-1707 larivistanyc.com | SteAk / SeAfood / itAliAn The best beef, steak, pasta, and seafood in town. 20% discount on food and beverages—see their display ad. Open 7 days a week for lunch, dinner, and late night dining. Theatre groups, private parties from 10 to 75 budgeted. Celebrity & sports hangout. 50 years in Broadway’s Theatre District. Children’s menu available. Open 11ammidnight. All cards.

A first-rate Italian menu that blends traditional with modern without overpowering one or the other. Features beautiful dishes from Puglia, a lot of which incorporate fish, shellfish, and a plethora of fresh homemade pastas. Gourmet pizza Neapolitan style from a Ferrara woodburning pizza oven. Extensive wine by the glass & large selection of bottles, mainly from Italy, but without ignoring the rest of the world.

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259 W. 42nd St. (Corner of 42nd & 8th), 212-776-9100; PatricksnYC.com | AMeriCAn Patrick’s Restaurant & Oyster Bar is a new classic from the creators of Tony’s DiNapoli. Serving Pat LaFrieda burgers and USDA prime steaks alongside some of NYC’s best oysters, craft beers, and cocktails. Perfect for casual dining, private events, and hanging at the bar. Open 11:30 am-midnight (1am Fri.-Sat.); private dining, walk-ins, and reservations accepted. Free live Irish music Thurs. evening 7-10:30pm.

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Redefining French dining with elegant style, charming ambiance, exquisite dishes, and gracious hospitality. Victorian era-inspired dining room features ornate chandeliers hanging from lofty ceilings, permeated with tantalizing aromas of French cuisine. Bar is a ready host for gatherings of all types; an arousing forum for culture, intellectualism, business, romance, and even mischief. Menu is both comforting and alluring; offering classic French dishes as well as opportunities for new, exciting culinary experiences. Unmatched hospitality. Attentive/knowledgeable staff.

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236 W. 56th St. (Bdwy-8th Ave.), 212-247-3491 patsys.com | itAliAn Considered one of the greatest attractions in the Theater District & renowned for its celebrity clientele (Frank Sinatra’s favorite), this landmark has been family-run since 1944. Highly rated authentic Neapolitan is heavenly, including succulent veal chops Siciliano, spicy lobster fra diavolo, savory calamari stuffed with seafood, etc. A “must go” New York favorite! Open daily, lunch & dinner. All cards.

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1540 Broadway (45th St.), 212-333-7827 planethollywoodintl.com | AmEricAn For great food, famous memorabilia, awesome merchandise, and out-of-this-world events, there’s no place like the Planet. Thrill to the magic of Hollywood surrounded by the largest movie memorabilia collection in the world! The menu features freshly prepared dishes -- unique appetizers, unusual pastas and salads, sandwiches, burgers, grilled fare, tempting desserts and specialty drinks. Planet Hollywood apparel and collectible souvenirs are available in the merchandise shop. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

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Discover traditional Japanese courses at Suzuki Kaiseki. 5 course meals starting at $50

Edo-Mae Style Omakase Sushi

114 West 47th St. (btw. 6th & 7th Aves.) 212.278.0010 | info@suzukinyc.com Lunch: Mon - Fri, 11:30am - 2:30pm Dinner: Mon - Sat, 5:30pm - 10:30pm Sushi Bar: Mon - Sat, 5:30pm - 10pm

220 W. 44th St. (7th-8th Aves.), 212-944-2474 44.theribbonnyc.com | AmEricAn Upper West Side favorite The Ribbon has arrived in the Theater District in an elegant setting that pays homage to old New York. The menu is signature Bromberg Brothers, utilizing their eclectic take on traditional dishes. Highlights include spit-roasted meats and a raw bar with oysters, clams, king crab, lobster, and caviar. Lots of great items for theater-bound kids. Extensive bar program features over 98 whiskeys, a 117-bottle wine list, and craft cocktails. A live DJ and weekend party brunch add the perfect vibes to this midtown spot.

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15 W. 44th St. (5th-6th Aves.), 212-336-5454; 13 E. 12th St. (5th Ave.-University Pl.), 212-328-0000 striphouse.com | STEAK/SEAFOOD Indulge all senses when experiencing this famed New York City steakhouse. An innovative menu paired with an extensive wine list features signature prime cuts of beef and the dining room is striking with siren-red interior and black and white vintage photography.

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20 W. 72nd St. (Central Park W.-Columbus Ave.), 212-787-5656; 220 W. 44th St. (7th-8th Aves.), 212-944-2474 theribbonnyc.com | AMERICAN/FRENCH

114 W. 47th St. (6th-7th Aves.), 212-278-0010 suzukinyc.com | JAPANESE Multi-concept restaurant offering modern Japanese cuisine, alongside an ever-evolving traditional kaiseki tasting meal. Traditional vegan Shojin kaiseki, as well as Gozenstyle lunch sets and pre-theatre offering. Sushi bar offers an Edomae-style omakase dinner prepared, served, and curated by masterful chefs Toshio Suzuki and Kentaro Sawada. Delicate flavors of the seas direct from Tokyo’s Tsukiji Market daily. Enjoy group gatherings in privacy of private dining room and lounge, perfect for dinners or happy hour parties.

American cuisine with French influences. Quintessential New York dining experience, featuring an extensive bar selection and delights for all palates, including spit-roasted meats, seafood, and Blue Ribbon classics. Enjoy the Bromberg brothers’ 25+ years of renowned hospitality in a comfortable and elegant setting. Zagat and Michelin recommended.

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1385 6th Ave. (on 56th St.), 646-707-0505 ; 1221 6th Ave. (on 48th), 212-332-2648; 1 Park Ave. (32nd-33rd Sts.), 929-431-3787, zibettoespresso.com | ITALIAN Entering a Zibetto Espresso Bar should feel like walking into any small café from Trieste to Milano. The people may not be the same here, but the atmosphere is. When we opened our doors in 2006, our sole ambition was to offer a conscious espresso bar experience. We’re all about espresso and people. No matter if it’s your 1st visit or 1,000th cup, you’ll always find a spot at our counter.

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135 E. 62nd St. (Lexington-3rd Ave.), 212-988-9021 DavidBurkeTavern.com | AMERICAN Modern American restaurant by award-winning celebrity chef David Burke. Stately townhouse on UES showcases Burke’s creative, contemporary approach to classic fare— often with showstopping presentations. Signature dishes highlight seafood, steakhouse staples, and beyond, including Steamed Angry Lobster Dumplings with spicy tomato, BBQ bison short ribs, and Burke’s famous “Clothesline” Candied Bacon. Himalayan salt brick-aged steaks utilize Burke’s patented dry-aging technique. Food matched by thoughtfully curated wine list, craft beers, and specialty cocktail program! Open Sun.-Fri. for lunch, 7 days for dinner.

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254 W. 72nd St. (Broadway-West End Ave.) 212-579-0222, sugarbarnyc.com | AMERICAN

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French Dining, Redefined at modest prices

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HAUTE GREEK CUISINE (212)759-5554 | nerainyc.com

626 10th Ave. (44-45 Sts.) 212-837-2795 Lunch/Dinner 7 days www.lepriveny.com

If you are looking for authentic Italian coffee in the coffee wasteland that is midtown, look no further. We serve coffee just like they do in Italy - straight up with minimum of fuss, with tasty panini & Italian pastries.

Home of New York’s Award-Winning Cannoli!

1385 6th Ave (on 56 St) • 1221 6th Avenue (on 48th St) 1 Park Ave (btw. 32-33 Sts) • zibettoespresso.com

Open 7 days 10:30 til late 148 Mulberry Street (by Grand St) 212-431-4205 • www.caffepalermo.com

Visit Little Italy & say hello to BABY JOHN the CANNOLI King!

Owned by the legendary music duo Nick Ashford and Valerie Simpson.

Since 1975, serving exceptional cuisine in Little Italy

IL Cortile Ristorante

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Tues-Sat since 1995

254 West 72nd Street (Broadway/West End Ave) 212.579.0222 sugarbarnyc.com

125 Mulberry Street (Canal & Hester Sts.) 212.226.6060 | ilcortile.com FREE APPETIZER of the day if you mention City Guide

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Magic, Music, and Laughter Welcome to the world capital of nightlife, where legendary jazz spots share blocks with DJ-driven nightclubs. Visit City Guide’s website for all the bold-face names you can find performing on any given night in NYC.

LOL Times square COmedy CLub

Find laughter at all hours at LOL Times Square Comedy Club. Right in the heart of Times Square, LOL Times Square Comedy Club is a new spot for comedy and magic. Every night of the week sees shows for both locals and visitors alike. On the laughter side, New York comics share the stage with traveling pros. There are over 30 performances a week, including family-friendly shows in the first slot of the schedule. Magic shows are performed nightly as well; enjoy entry to both with one ticket (see City Guide’s discount coupon on page 99). 711 Seventh Ave. (btw. 47th & 48th Sts.), 917-677-5481, loltimessquare.com

GOTHam COmedy CLub

Gotham Comedy Club presents today’s hottest comics nightly. Legends like Jerry Seinfeld and David Chappelle have been known to drop in on this upscale, intimate setting. Upcoming highlights include season 7 Last “Comic Standing” finalist Rachel Feinstein (11/1-11/2), “Chelsea Lately” panelist Brent Morin (11/8-11/9), host of “Oops The Podcast” Francis Ellis (11/22-11/23), MTV2’s “Guy Code” star Chris Distefano (11/29-11/30), Sirius radio host, author, and podcaster

Tom Papa (12/6-12/7). 208 W. 23rd St. (btw. Seventh & Eighth Aves.), 212-367-9000, gothamcomedyclub.com

asHFOrd & simPsON’s suGar bar Presenting a fresh alternative to the mundane, Ashford & Simpson’s Sugar Bar is an intimate, full-service restaurant from the late Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson of Ashford & Simpson fame. On Tuesdays, catch Nick Ashford’s “Nuttin’ But The Blues” open mic, which welcomes performers of all levels; that’s followed by the R&B of Motown Wednesdays with Darius Booker. On Thursday nights, guest hosts rotate through with the Sugar Bar All Star Band—the city’s longest-running open mic. Other upcoming shows include Irini Res & the Jazz Mix (11/2) and Alexander the Griot & Friends (11/15). 254 W. 72nd St. (btw. Broadway & West End Ave.), 212-579-0222, sugarbarnyc.com

Southern-accented cooking and terrific live music at Ashford & Simpson’s Sugar Bar.

INSIDER TIP New York favorite HEARTLAND BREWERY has consistently brewed the city’s freshest craft beers. The food is excellent, too—see for yourself at the HEARTLAND BREWERY AND ROTISSERIE inside the Empire State Building, and in Times Square at HEARTLAND BREWERY AND CHOPHOuSE and HB BuRgER. For nights out downtown, don’t miss FLATIRON HALL and HOuSTON HALL, two great beer halls with full menus and unique signature small dishes like pastrami Reuben spring rolls, made with pastrami from NYC’s legendary Carnegie Deli. heartlandbrewery.com

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OUR NIGHTLIFE SECTION lists restaurants by neighborhood, beginning with the southern tip of Manhattan and moving north, and west to east. FD Financial District

MD Meatpacking District

T Tribeca

MW Midtown West

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C LES Lower East Side

ME Midtown East

SH SoHo

TS Times Square

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LI GV Greenwich Village

TD Theatre District UES Upper East Side UWS Upper West Side

EV East Village

H Harlem

CH Chelsea

EH East Harlem

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127 W. 43rd St. (6th Ave.-Broadway), 646-366-0235; 5th Ave. & 34th St., 212-563-3433; HB Burger: 127 W. 43rd St. (6th Ave.-Broadway), 212-575-5848, hbburger.com heartlandbrewery.com | AMERICAN

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From three convenient locations in midtown (including spin-off HB Burger) offers handcrafted beers and hearty American cuisine. Stop in and grab a pint of award-winning craft beer or take a growler to go. A relaxing casual atmosphere for pre-theater and a great place to take a break before tackling Times Square or climbing the Empire State Building. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

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259 W. 42nd St. (Corner of 42nd & 8th), 212-776-9100; PatricksNYC.com | AMERICAN Patrick’s Restaurant & Oyster Bar is a new classic from the creators of Tony’s DiNapoli. Serving Pat LaFrieda burgers and USDA prime steaks alongside some of NYC’s best oysters, craft beers, and cocktails. Perfect for casual dining, private events, and hanging at the bar. Open 11:30 am-midnight (1am Fri.-Sat.); private dining, walk-ins, and reservations accepted. Free live Irish music Thurs. evening 7-10:30pm.

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208 W. 23rd St. (7th-8th Aves.), 212-367-9000; gothamcomedyclub.com Voted top-rated comedy club by the Daily News. 7 shows a week with today’s top comics, such as Lewis Black & Dave Chappelle. Legends like Jerry Seinfeld are known to drop in on this upscale yet intimate setting. Covers vary depending on show with 2-beverage minimum. Sun.-Th. 8:30pm; Fri., 8:30 & 10:30pm; Sat. 7:30, 9:30 & 11:30pm. (Subject to change).

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220 W. 44th St. (7th-8th Aves.), 212-944-2474 44.theribbonnyc.com | AMERICAN

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Upper West Side favorite The Ribbon has arrived in the Theater District in an elegant setting that pays homage to old New York. The menu is signature Bromberg Brothers, utilizing their eclectic take on traditional dishes. Highlights include spit-roasted meats and a raw bar. Extensive bar program features over 98 whiskeys, a 117-bottle wine list, and craft cocktails. Check out the chic lounge Blue downstairs. Lives DJ and weekend party brunches add the perfect vibes to this midtown spot.

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61 9th Ave. (15th St.), 212-691-0531; starbucksreserve.com | COFFEE The NY Starbucks Reserve® Roastery in the Meatpacking District is a place to experience Starbucks like never before. Immerse yourself in the art, science, and theater of coffee. Explore our extraordinary space where we roast our rarest coffees on-site. Join us for a hand-crafted exclusive beverage, a coffee-inspired cocktail at our Arriviamo™ Bar, and freshly made Italian fare at Princi™. Open Mon.-Thur. 7am-11pm, Fri. 7am-midnight, Sat. 8am-midnight, Sun. 8am-10pm.

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A new space for comedy and magic in the heart of Times Square. Shows 7 days. New York comics share the stage with traveling pros. Over 30 shows a week, including family-friendly shows. Mon.-Thurs. 7:15, 8:30, 9:15, 10:30, 11:45pm; Fri. 7:15pm, 8:30, 9:15, 10:30, 12, 1:15am; Sat. 5:30, 7:30, 8:45, 9:45, 10:45, 12, 1:15am; Sun. 7:30pm, 9, 10:30, 11:45pm. Magic shows: Mon.-Sat 7pm; Sun. 6pm. Enjoy entry to both with one ticket. Use promo code CITYGUIDE for 50% off tickets!

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295 Madison Ave. (40th-41st Sts.), 917-970-1360, TheEscapeGame.com/NewYorkCity Be the hero of your very own adventure at The Escape Game! Here’s how it works: you and your team will work together to find clues, solve puzzles, and ultimately complete a mission. Find yourself breaking out of prison, finding hidden gold, saving the day, and more! If you’re looking for something fun and unique, make sure to go to The Escape Game located in Midtown Manhattan.

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CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR STARRING THE RADIO CITY ROCKETTES® MW BRENT MORIN

FRANCIS ELLIS

Fri. Nov. 8 – Sat. Nov. 9

Fri. Nov. 22 – Sat. Nov. 23

CHRIS DISTEFANO

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Radio City Music Hall, 1260 Sixth Ave. (50th-51st Sts.), Ticketmaster at 866-858-0007; rockettes.com/christmas Experience wonder like never before with the ultimate New York City holiday celebration at the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes® presented by Chase. Radio City Music Hall® transforms into a magical winter wonderland where the sights and sounds of Christmas surround you, and the legendary Radio City Rockettes® dazzle on the Great Stage. This New York Christmas tradition is sure to become an unforgettable memory with your loved ones. Runs November 8th, 2019 through January 5th, 2020!

Fri. Nov. 29 – Sat. Nov. 30

Fri. Dec. 6 – Sat. Dec. 7

Purchase tickets online at www.GothamComedyClub.com

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1650 Broadway (51st St.), 212-582-2121, theiridium.com A musical landmark centered near the heart of Times Square, serving New York City concertgoers for the past 20 years with the best in experiencing live rock, jazz, and blues artists. Some of the most iconic musicians who have played this intimate venue include the late Les Paul, Jeff Beck, Steve Miller, Buddy Guy, Joe Walsh, Zakk Wylde, Joe Satriani, and The Rolling Stones’ Mick Taylor and Charlie Watts, among many others.

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Insider’s Guide brooklyn A Golden Moment for Tourism in Brooklyn

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By ETHAN WOLFF

Epic river and bridge views await in Dumbo, Brooklyn—home to the restored masterpiece Jane’s Carousel. Distinctiveness and authenticity are two of the most appealing qualities of New York City. To find both of these qualities in concentrated form, more and more visitors are looking across the East River to Brooklyn. If it were a city on its own and not a part of New York, Brooklyn would be the fourth-largest in the country (it will pass Chicago for slot number three within the next couple of years). Although it’s a quick trip by boat, car, or train from Manhattan, you’ll find Brooklyn has evolved its own unique feel, evident in its food, drink, music, theater, art, and style. Dozens of new hotels have been added to the Brooklyn mix, joined by bigleague sports, big-time concerts, and nine restaurants impressive enough to hold 2019 Michelin stars. Over 60 performing, visual, and media arts organizations call the new Brooklyn Cultural District home, including the Brooklyn Academy of Music, the Theater for a New Audience, and BRIC Arts. Nearby is St. Ann’s Warehouse and a burgeoning waterfront hub in Dumbo. Further afield you’ll find Kings Theatre, an Art Deco palace that still sparkles from its $95 million renovation. At the end of the borough, classic destination Coney Island is still going strong, with a major new attraction in the 115 marine species that swim through the just-opened Ocean Wonders: Sharks! exhibit

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at the New York Aquarium. Brooklyn has its own world-class cultural institution, too: the Brooklyn Museum. Just 20 minutes from Manhattan you’ll find a priceless collection waiting to surprise you with its range, from ancient Egypt to European masterpieces to a feast of decorative art. The museum’s Elizabeth A. Sackler Center for Feminist Art is the first public space of its kind in the U.S. You can spend hours losing yourself in the 23 American period rooms, which include one of the city’s original homes, the Jans Martense Schenck House, which has been a part of Brooklyn since 1676. Right across the way is the expansive escape of the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. Even in the off-season, you’ll find lovely acres for strolling, and indoor conservatories that show off the diversity of aquatic, desert, tropical, and warm temperate environments. Prospect Park is next door, designed by the same master planners that made Central Park—only they learned from their mistakes there when it came time to create the Brooklyn version. In addition to rolling hills and waterfalls, there’s a charming zoo.

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Brooklyn has long been a destination for fine dining, but never more so than today. Drawing on the high standard set by pioneers like The River Café, establishments from Greenpoint to Bay Ridge are attracting ever higher numbers of travelers. Williamsburg and Fort Greene have vibrant nightlife scenes known worldwide—it’s no wonder rents in both places have begun to eclipse Manhattan’s. If you pay a visit to Brooklyn, you’ll probably want to limit yourself to a neighborhood or two—the borough is too sprawling to take in as a whole without several days (see the next page for more on the key neighborhoods). One option is to walk the Brooklyn Bridge from lower Manhattan, which will drop you off at the cusp of Brooklyn Heights (historic houses, great views) and Dumbo (more great views, park access, and Jane’s Carousel, a restored 1922 carousel right on the water). For a more avant-garde scene, Williamsburg is the place to go. Art galleries, music venues, and pioneering bars and restaurants proliferate here. The area’s creative scene spills over into neighboring Greenpoint and Bushwick. There’s great shopping in Downtown Brooklyn, which has several big retailers, not too far from showpiece new stadium Barclays Center. You can catch a world tour here, kids’ programming, or professional basketball with the Brooklyn Nets and professional hockey with the New York Islanders (they split their home games between Brooklyn and Long Island). For smaller-scale Brooklyn, the combined neighborhoods of Boerum Hill, Cobble Hill, and Carroll Gardens (sometimes known as BoCoCa) have well-preserved vintage streets and tons of boutique shopping. Park Slope has a similar appeal, with plenty of bars, restaurants, and coffee shops when you need a quick pick-me-up. This is a golden moment for Brooklyn tourism, the borough welcoming guests with new attractions, unique experiences, and ready accessibility. For visitors seeking out the Brooklyn version of “the real New York,” there’s never been a better time.

GettinG tO BrOOklyn BY BOAT. New York Water Taxi offers regular ferry service to Brooklyn, leaving from three piers in Manhattan (42nd Street in midtown and Battery Park and the South Street Seaport downtown) and connecting to Dumbo on the Brooklyn waterfront. As a bonus, the ride from midtown features up-close views of the Statue of Liberty! If you’re looking for more great views— and a little shopping thrown in— New York Water Taxi also runs a daily shuttle from Wall Street’s Pier 11 in Manhattan to IKEA Brooklyn in the Red Hook neighborhood.

BY SUBWAY. Extensive subway coverage connects Brooklyn with Manhattan (you can reach Brooklyn from Queens, but with much less connectivity). Major Subway Options for Visitors: The J M Z and L lines connect to Williamsburg and Bushwick. The B D N Q lines connect to Downtown Brooklyn, Park Slope, and Prospect Heights, ending at Coney Island. The 2 3 and A C trains connect to Brooklyn Heights and Downtown Brooklyn. The 2 3 also provides service to the Brooklyn Museum, the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, and Prospect Park. The 4 5 train provides service to Downtown Brooklyn. The F train connects to Dumbo, Downtown Brooklyn, BoCoCa, Park Slope, and out to Coney Island. The G train does not travel to Manhattan, but it does connect Greenpoint with Williamsburg, Downtown Brooklyn, BoCoCa, and Park Slope. (It also connects with Long Island City in Queens.)

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Insider’s Guide brooklyn Key Neighborhoods in Brooklyn

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Brooklyn is home to vibrant communities. Here’s a guide to some great destination neighborhoods, each with its own character, culture, and favorite pizza parlor.

Brooklyn Borough Hall, at the center of the American success story that is Brooklyn.

Downtown Brooklyn As the name suggests, Downtown Brooklyn is the business district of the borough, home to municipal buildings (none lovelier than the 19th-century Borough Hall), offices, residences, and lots of shopping. To that end, hit Nordstrom Rack and Century 21 for deals on designer goods and Fulton Mall for outlets and other shopping. Located above Century 21 in the City Point building, Alamo Drafthouse gives you a multiplex experience with full meals and drinks at your seat, while the basement bursts with local food vendors at DeKalb Market Hall. Visit Livingston Manor for excellent craft cocktails and the plaza of MetroTech Commons for rotating art exhibitions and live music. The original outpost of Junior’s, a diner that’s home to

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the “World’s Most Fabulous Cheesecake,” is nearby on Flatbush Avenue.

williamsBurg One of the borough’s best-known and most crowded areas, the waterfront portion boasts the brand-new Domino Park, luxury apartment buildings, and trendy bars and restaurants. There’s even an Apple store on busy Bedford Avenue! Check out the vintage shops lining Bedford as well (take a detour to Artists & Fleas on North 7th); you can dance a little, bowl a little at nearby Brooklyn Bowl. You can also watch an indie film and eat a burger simultaneously at Nitehawk Cinema.

ProsPect HeigHts A spoke around the hub of Prospect Park, Prospect Heights is sandwiched between Park Slope and Crown Heights on the north end of the gigantic green space after which it’s named. If you’re checking out Prospect Park for the first time, you’ll want to enter the park through Grand Army Plaza at Flatbush Avenue, where the lovely Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Arch ushers in visitors with some pomp and circumstance. Taste Iranian barbari bread with yogurt dip at Sofreh; prosciutto-fig pizza at Amorina; Weather Up’s dependable craft cocktails; and the country’s best chocolate cake (according to Food & Wine, at least) at Little Cupcake Bakeshop.

Park sloPe Aptly named, Park Slope sits on the gradual hill to the west of Brooklyn’s Prospect Park backyard. The neighborhood is full of beautiful historical brownstones (head down Prospect Park West and you’ll see what

coming uP in Brooklyn For getting out in the city, Brooklyn rivals Manhattan. You can check out the thousands of activities going on in NYC at City Guide’s Everything to Do page (cityguideny.com/events). Among the highlights this month in Brooklyn: • Marc Anthony plays Barclays Center on Saturday, Nov. 2. • New Pornographers perform at Brooklyn Steel with Lady Lamb on Thursday, Nov. 7. • Ariana Grande: Sweetener Tour hits Barclays Center, with special guest Social House, Tuesday, Nov. 12. • Neuroscientist Nim Tottenham joins the Secret Science Club, free at The Bell House on Tuesday, Nov. 12. • Karen O and Danger Mouse perform music from Lux Prima at Kings Theatre on Thursday, Nov. 14. • FKA twigs supports her new album Magdalene at Kings Theatre: Wednesday, Nov. 20 and Thursday, Nov. 21.

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we mean), lots of families, and community treasures like bar/comedy club Union Hall and ever-fabulous no-reservations Italian bistro Al Di La. This restaurant is located on the main drag of the neighborhood: Fifth Avenue. Its northernmost point is Barclays Center, a massive performance space, sports arena, and transit hub, while farther south you’ll find shops like consignment haven Beacon’s Closet and the Brooklyn Superhero Supply Co. for caped crusaders-in-training. Discover new reads at Community Bookstore, omakase sushi at Sushi Katsuei, and lip-smacking Asian fusion at Talde.

BoCoCa BoCoCa is better known as three separate, neighboring areas: Boerum Hill, Cobble Hill, and Carroll Gardens. BoCoCa is bordered to the east by Park Slope, to the south by Red Hook and Gowanus, and to the north by Brooklyn Heights and Downtown Brooklyn. With the area’s booming real estate and tourism have come a flood of new businesses. For the best of the neighborhood, walk down Atlantic Avenue toward the water, where you’ll find fine locally made clothing at Kaight, as well as must-try “pitzas” and falafel at Bedouin Tent. You’ll find more shopping and great food on Smith Street. Start with brunch at Cafe Luluc. Browse at Woods Grove, Modern Anthology, Article&, and Books Are Magic. Wind down the day at the tiki bar Zombie Hut. A historically Italian neighborhood, Carroll Gardens boasts Jay-Z and Beyonce’s favorite pizza at Lucali.

fixtures like the vintage Jane’s Carousel, a working carousel nearly a century old.

Brooklyn HeigHts If you’re going to walk any Brooklyn neighborhood, walk Brooklyn Heights. This coveted corner just south of the Brooklyn Bridge and north of BoCoCa inspires endless oohs and aahs with its impeccable streets full of cheery window boxes, historical homes, and shady trees. Former residents include Truman Capote (70 Willow St.) and Norman Mailer (142 Columbia Heights). Take a tour of the Brooklyn Historical Society, a small museum housed in an 1881 structure replete with a gorgeous library. You can learn about the subway and bus systems of the city at the New York Transit Museum. You’ll find the most noteworthy businesses on Montague Street, including Dellarocco’s Wood Fired Pizza. Make your way over to the Brooklyn Heights Promenade for stunning skyline views of Manhattan’s southern tip. new Jersey

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SHERIFF COLUMBIA BARUCH DR PL BARUCH

FDR DR

AVE A

1ST AVE

3RD AVE 3RD AVE ERY BOW

6TH AVE

LEXI LEXINGTON AVE

LAFAYETTE ST

2ND AVE

ST CHRYSTIE FORSYTH ST ST ELDRIDGE ALLEN ST ST ORCHARD LUDLOW ST ESSEX ST NORFOLK ST SUFFOLK ST CLINTON ST ST ATTORNEY RIDGE ST PITT ST

2ND AVE

UNIVERSITY PL

MERCER ST

AY ADW BRO

8TH AVE

MADISON AVE

AY ADW BRO WOOSTER ST GREENE ST

PARK AVE

BROADWAY

5TH AVE 5TH AVE MACDOUGAL SULLIVAN ST THOMPSON ST W BROADWAY

7TH AVE JON ES CO RN ELI A

DO CAR WN M ING INE ST ST

10TH AVE Highline Park

11TH AVE Y HWA E HIG T SID S E W

9TH AVE Y HWA HIG IDE ST S

12TH AVE

HUDSON RIVER

Central Park

MUSEUM MILE

Guggenheim Museum

E 97TH ST

Metropolitan Museum of Art

Carl Shurz Park

Gracie Mansion

YORKVILLE

E 96TH ST E 95TH ST E 94TH ST E 93RD ST E 92ND ST E 91ST ST E 90TH ST E 89TH ST E 88TH ST E 87TH ST

E 86TH ST E 85TH ST E 84TH ST E 83RD ST E 82ND ST E 81ST ST E 80TH ST

E 79TH ST

ROOSEVELT ISLAND

LEGEND

W 97TH ST

Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir

The Great Lawn

Turtle Pond

E 78TH ST E 77TH ST E 76TH ST E 75TH ST E 74TH ST E 73RD ST

E 72ND ST E 71ST ST E 70TH ST E 69TH ST E 68TH ST E 67TH ST E 66TH ST

Tramway

Queensboro Bridge

C RU I SE S ARO U ND MA NHAT TA N

W 96TH ST W 95TH ST W 94TH ST W 93RD ST W 92ND ST W 91ST ST W 90TH ST W 89TH ST W 88TH ST W 87TH ST

W 86TH ST

American Museum of Natural History The Ramble

The Lake Frick Collection

Hunter College

Bloomingdale’s

EAST END AVE

FDR DR

W 85TH ST W 84TH ST W 83RD ST W 82ND ST W 81ST ST W 80TH ST

W 79TH ST

Strawberry Fields East Green

Central Park Zoo

E 58TH ST

TURTLE BAY

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Sheep Meadow

The Pond

E 65TH ST E 64TH ST E 63RD ST E 62ND ST E 61ST ST E 60TH ST

E 59TH ST

E 56TH ST

E 57TH ST E 55TH ST E 54TH ST E 53RD ST E 52ND ST E 51ST ST

United Nations

E 42ND ST

Chrysler Building

YORK AVE

F T C LE

NewYorkSightseeing.com

Julliard

MAD

Carnegie Hall

MoMA

St. Patrick’s Cathedral

E 49TH ST

E 50TH ST

E 41ST ST E 40TH ST

1ST AVE

W 78TH ST W 77TH ST W 76TH ST W 75TH ST W 74TH ST W 73RD ST

W 71ST ST W 70TH ST W 69TH ST W 68TH ST W 67TH ST W 66TH ST

Lincoln Center

W 65TH ST W 64TH ST W 63RD ST W 62ND ST W 61ST ST W 60TH ST

THEATER DISTRICT

Fordham University

W 51ST ST

W 52ND ST

W 53RD ST

W 54TH ST

W 55TH ST

W 56TH ST

W 57TH ST

W 58TH ST

W 59TH ST

W 72ND ST

DeWitt Clinton Park

W 50TH ST

E 48TH ST E 47TH ST E 46TH ST E 45TH ST E 44TH ST

New York Public Library

3RD AVE

PARK AVE PARK AVE

E 43RD ST Grand Central Terminal

5TH AVE

LEXINGTON AVE LEXINGTON AVE

5TH AVE Rockefeller Center

Bryant Park

2ND AVE

6TH AVE

CENTRAL PARK WEST CENTRAL PARK WEST

8TH AVE RESTAURANT ROW

W 49TH ST CLINTONHELL’S KITCHEN W 48TH ST

W 47TH ST

W 46TH ST W 45TH ST W 44TH ST W 43RD ST

7TH AVE

COLUMBUS AVE 9TH AVE

Port Authority Bus Terminal

BROADWAY

AMSTERDAM AVE

ay adw Bro 10TH AVE

W 42ND ST W 41ST ST W 40TH ST

FDR DR

WEST END AVE 11TH AVE

DOUBL DOU BLE-DE E-DE CK E R BUS TO U RS I N MA MANHAT NHAT TA N A ND BRO O K LY N

EENS

Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises Zephyr & New York Water Taxi

12TH AVE

MADISON AVE MADISON AVE

WEST SIDE HIGHWAY

W 12 5TH ST

MORNINGSIDE DR

W 125TH ST

Morningside Park

Apollo Theater

E 125TH ST

Ward’s Island Park

Randall’s Island Park

Triborough Bridge

Yankee Stadium Tours, 1 E. 161st St. Bronx

Jefferson Park

FDR DR

Marcus Garvey Park

E 116TH ST E 115TH ST E 113TH ST

E 110TH ST

E 112TH ST E 111TH ST

VE SA LA HO NIC ST

E 96TH ST

LEGEND

W 116TH ST Columbia University

Museum of the City of NY East Meadow

E 109TH ST E 108TH ST E 107TH ST E 106TH ST E 105TH ST E 104TH ST E 103RD ST E 102ND ST E 101ST ST E 100TH ST E 99TH ST E 98TH ST E 97TH ST

SoHo

W 115TH ST W 114TH ST W 113TH ST

North Meadow

MUSEUM MILE

Lower East Side

W 110TH ST

The Great Hill The Pool

ADAM CLAYTON POWELL BLVD Central Park

Chinatown

1ST AVE 1ST AVE E 95TH ST E 94TH ST E 93RD ST E 92ND ST E 91ST ST

TD Theatre District H Harlem CH Chelsea EH East Harlem MD Meatpacking District TS Times Square Greenwich Village MW Midtown West UES Upper East Side East Village ME Midtown East UWS Upper West Side

Little Italy

Tribeca

SH LI GV EV

Financial District

FD T C LES

W 112TH ST W 111TH ST

Riverside Park

L PARK WEST

3RD AVE 3RD AVE

AMSTERDAM AVE W 109TH ST W 108TH ST W 107TH ST W 106TH ST W 105TH ST W 104TH ST W 103RD ST W 102ND ST W 101ST ST W 100TH ST W 99TH ST W 98TH ST W 97TH ST

MANHATTAN AVE

RIVERSIDE DRIVE

W 96TH ST

COLUMBUS AVE

2ND AVE 2ND AVE

PARK AVE

MADISON AVE

ADISON AVE

LEXINGTON AVE

XINGTON AVE

5TH AVE

WEST END AVE W 95TH ST W 94TH ST W 93RD ST W 92ND ST W 91ST ST

BROADWAY

Grant’s Tomb

HENRY HUDSON PARKWAY

LENOX AVE

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Lower Manhattan CE2

CHELSEA

PATH

Discover the birthplace of New York City FLATIRON DISTRICT

Highline Park

STUYVESANT TOWN

GRAMERCY

PATH

Museum of Jewish Heritage

Skysraper Museum

Battery Park

T ES IDG BR

1ST AVE

PINE ST WALL ST

New York Water Taxi Downtown Heliport

Staten Island Ferry

ELLIS ISLAND

Statue of Liberty Ellis Island Ferries

GOVERNORS ISLAND

LIBERTY ISLAND

STATEN ISLAND

Empire Outlets

Ma nha ttan

Bro okl yn Ba tte ry

Tun nel

Brid ge

MANGIN

FDR DR

AVE D

AVE C

New York Water Taxi

Helicopter Flight Services

New York Water Taxi

SHERIFF COLUMBIA BARUCH DR BARUCH PL

AVE B

AVE A

2ND AVE ERY BOW

ST JAMES PL

GO LD ST

CH ER RY

3RD AVE

L YP TER BAT

R RD FD

3RD PL 2ND PL 1ST PL

NY Stock Exchange

D ST OA BR LL HA ITE WH

BATTERY PL

W THAMES PL

DEY ST CORTLANDT Century 21

Brook SEAPORT lyn B ridge HISTORIC DISTRICT FUL TON JOHN South Street Seaport ST ST WATER ST FRONT ST SOU TH ST

RECTOR ST

LIBERTY

GREENWICH ST

GTON WASHIN

9/11 Memorial Museum

OE NR MO

PEARL ST

One World Observatory

WILLIAM ST

VESSEY ST

Museum at Eldridge St

ST ON DIS MA

City Hall City Hall Park

TON ST E HOUS

CEY ST DELAN Y E ST ST BROOM WA LES GRAND AD Tenement O Museum BR ST ST EA HESTER

BAXTER ST ST MULBERRY MOTT ST ST ELIZABETH

CENTRE ST

ST SON HUD

CHURCH ST

T ST WES CE RRA R TE RIVE

MURRAY ST

E 8TH ST

ST ON INT CL T N SS SO ER ER TG FF JE RU

PARK PL

E 1ST ST

T ES IN T ER S TH ER CA OLIV

ICH ENW GRE

WARREN ST MURRAY ST PARK PL BARCLAY ST VESEY ST

Tompkins Sq. Park

ST ER RK MA

WHITE ST FRANKLIN ST LEONARD ST WORTH ST THOMAS ST DUANE ST Court READE ST Buildings

CHAMBERS ST

ALPHABET CITY

E 4TH ST E 3RD ST E 2ND ST

SPRING ST

LISPENARD ST WALKER ST

WARREN ST NORTH END AVE

MERCER ST

GRAND ST

NOLITA PRINCE ST

CROSBY ST

BROOME ST

Fire Museum

N RISO HAR

E 5TH ST

NOHO

BROADWAY

SPRING ST

T ST S ST WAT SSE BRO DES TRY ST VES T ST H LAIG RT ST E HUB

Hoboken - WTC PATH Newark - WTC PATH

WOOSTER ST GREENE ST

MACDOUGAL SULLIVAN ST THOMPSON ST W BROADWAY

N GTO HIN WAS

ST KING ON ST RLT CHA DAM ST N A T V G S ST Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s RIN Museum of the Arts SP MINICK DO

E ST OOR NM

E 6TH ST

BLEECKER ST

ST TON OUS WH

E 7TH ST

ERY BOW

W 3RD ST New York University

BE DF OR D

MOR Y ST LERO N ST KSTO CLAR

a ew

BROADWAY

JON CO ES RN ELI A

PATH

E 13TH ST E 12TH ST E 11TH ST E 10TH ST E 9TH ST

ST MARKS PL

Cooper Union

LAFAYETTE ST

5TH AVE

W 8TH ST

CANA L ST

UNIVERSITY PL

W 10TH ST W 9TH ST

WAVERLY PL WASHINGTON SQ N WASHINGTON PL Washington Sq. Park

PH TO T RIS BARROW S H ST C TON

Y HWA E HIG T SID WES

New School

CA DO RMI WN NE ING ST ST

ST SON HUD

SE GAN IO ST AT HOR ST Whitney JANE ST Museum 2TH W 1 NE ST HU BET ST T NK BA TH S T 11 Y S W RR ST PE LES ST ST AR 0TH R E CH W 1

TH PA H St AT d tP r 3 S - 3 3rd n ke - 3 bo Sq o H nal ur Jo

E 14TH ST

W 13TH ST

GR W 12TH ST EEN W 11TH ST WIC HA VE

ST CHRYSTIE FORSYTH ST ST ELDRIDGE ALLEN ST ST ORCHARD LUDLOW ST ESSEX ST NORFOLK ST SUFFOLK ST CLINTON ST ST ATTORNEY RIDGE ST PITT ST

MEATPACKING DISTRICT VOORT ST

PEA RL ST

W 14TH ST

East River Park

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