City Guide New York, March 6, 2025

THE ONE WORLD OBSERVATORY EXPERIENCE A BREATHTAKING OBSERVATORY EXPERIENCE

One World Observatory opens you up to an uplifting and illuminating experience above all else – it’s not simply about the sightlines. Take in unparalleled views, the taste of elevated dining, the rush of discovery, and more. The 60 – 75-minute experience fits perfectly into your downtown itinerary.

One World Observatory opens you up to a sensory experience above all else – it’s not simply about the sightlines. It’s the feel of Lower Manhattan, the taste of fine dining, the rush of discovery, and more.

The Tallest Observatory in N e w York City

If you’re interested in experiencing what it’s like to be at the top of New York, look no further. The observatory’s sprawling 360-degree views stretch 45 miles in all directions. Imagine reflecting on the grandeur of NYC’s famous mix of architectural styles that make this skyline the most recognizable in the world from the tallest point in the city.

Beyond the view, visitors to the observatory are encouraged to learn something new about New York from the place where it all began. A team of tour guides will enlighten you on NYC’s rich history, which originates in Lower Manhattan. Sit in on daily interactive presentations or engage one of the guides with your questions to make the most of the visit.

Dine Among the Clouds

Have you ever dined from 101 stories inthe sky? Now’s your chance. The restaurant and bar offer unprecedented skyhigh views paired with a menu that offers an equally farreaching perspective on New York’s culinary culture. The front of house team provides personable service, making sure each guest feels at home.

See more on the observatory and its amenities on page 14 & 57

The observatory is open daily and is located at the top of One World Trade Center. Visitors can enter at 117 West St.

Purchasing tickets in advance is strongly encouraged. Check with the concierge desk for offers.

WELCOME

From the PUBLISHER OF CITY GUIDE

Welcome to New York, the city that never sleeps.

You have arrived at the United States’ epicenter of culture, attractions, theater, dining, and more. When you wander through the neighborhoods, you’ll find historical sites, architecture, parks, specialty shops, epicurean delights, and many other memory makers. City Guide’s mission is “Guiding Discoveries” and in these pages you’ll discover iconic NYC destinations, Broadway shows, restaurant and nightlife options, and activities that will delight, educate, and entertain you. Whatever your pleasure, a jam-packed few days or a leisurely visit, City Guide will make navigating your stay easier—after all, we’ve been helping visitors make the most of the Big Apple for over 40 years. If you’re looking for more information visit cityguideny.com for an up to date calendar of events and thousands of other “fun to sees.”

NYC is known for its constant evolution and we’ll also show you new shopping destinations, the latest on our five observatories, immersive experiences, exhibitions at some of the world’s finest museums, and many great pop-up venues. Have a great time and welcome to our city.

Yours sincerely,

David L. Miller

Dear Friends:

From the MAYOR OF NEW YORK

I am delighted to join City Guide in welcoming you to the greatest city in the world!

New York is brimming with unmatched energy and diverse residents, and our myriad attractions inspire tens of millions of people to travel here every year. This ever-evolving city is a singular destination, and whether you are a first-time visitor or a returning guest, I encourage you to explore our different neighborhoods and experience our acclaimed museums, beautiful parks, fashionable shops, iconic architecture, innovative culinary and nightlife offerings, major sporting events, and rich performing arts and cultural programming across all five boroughs.

As you’ll find in this comprehensive guide, there is always something exciting to discover in the Big Apple. I hope that you enjoy your stay, and that you visit us again soon.

Sincerely,

Eric Adams

Eat. Shop. See.

TIMES SQUARE

Visit while the Broadway rush is on and you’ll know instantly why the Times Square crossroads are nicknamed “The Center of the Universe.”

On any given day hundreds of thousands of people pass through. The famed pedestrian plaza runs from 42nd to 47th Streets along Seventh Avenue and Broadway, but don’t limit yourself to that stretch, there are plenty of enticements along the side streets. Snap pictures and take in the splashy supersigns.

present, can be explored through costumes, props, photos, and videos.

The neighborhood may be full of celebrities, but there’s only one place that guarantees star-spotting: Madame Tussauds New York. Get up close with representations of the world’s most iconic musicians, A-list stars, sports legends, and world leaders. Nineteen celebrities can be found at the Glow Gala installation, wearing show-stopping looks inspired by NYC’s legendary Met Gala. Something new in the neighborhood is The Museum of Broadway. This interactive, experiential museum leads guests through a visual history of Broadway. Groundbreaking moments, from the 1700s through the

Also new is the state-ofthe-art Planet Hollywood restaurant, featuring a multi-media, fully immersive entertainment dining experience—the first of its kind in the U.S. The menu highlights fan favorites from the classic Planet Hollywood menu, enhanced with upscale American fare and Instagramworthy desserts and cocktails.

The founder of Planet Hollywood, Robert Earl, has teamed up with Guy Fieri for another Times Square newcomer. Chicken Guy! features one-of-a-kind

Madame Tussauds New York

The Museum of Broadway

Utsav

all-natural chicken tenders infused with fresh herbs and paired with sauces that run from Bourbon Brown Sugar BBQ to Nashville Hot Honey to Guy’s own signature Donkey Sauce.

Step into spacious 1950sstyle eatery Havana Central for a mojito and classic Cuban favorites like empanadas, slow-roasted pork, and ropa vieja. There’s also a great happy hour and live Latin music on Fridays and Sundays.

Bond 45 is known for its vegetable antipasto bar, loaded up with market vegetables, plus fabulous veal chops, seafood, house-made pasta, and thin-crust pizza.

Woman-owned Utsav Indian Cuisine has been serving NYC fresh and flavorful Indian cooking for 25 years. A recently introduced Indo Chinese menu brings new flavors to Times Square for the first time. You’ll find fried

Shop TIMES SQUARE

rice, noodles, appetizers like chili prawn dry and chicken lollipops, and entrees like lamb with chili soya sauce.

Escape the bright lights for down-home, Southern comfort food at Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Fried shrimp, juicy burgers, and frozen cocktails will help remind you that you’re on vacation.

For a quick stop, Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers is famed for their chicken finger meals and the creamy, tangy, peppery “Cane’s Sauce” that comes with them.

A great high-energy spot in the neighborhood is Pink Taco, which serves imaginative Mexican-inspired fare amid rock ‘n’ roll vibes. You’ll find tacos with attitude and perfectly shaken margaritas. Staying up late in the city that never sleeps? Pink Taco has a Late Night Happy Hour running 9pm until close every Sunday through Thursday.

Beyond Broadway and people watching, Times Square is also known for its first-class shopping experiences. You’ll find flagship stores all over, full of the same high energy as the rest of the neighborhood. All things denim (and beyond) can be found at Levi’s, which will fit you with the perfect pair of jeans—there’s an on-site tailor shop. Global character brand Line Friends has a major Times Square presence, great for both gift shopping and photo ops. The Disney Store carries everyone’s favorite Disney, Star Wars, and Marvel merchandise, including toys, costumes, and holiday gift sets. Pelé Soccer (right) is The World’s Greatest Soccer Store, from soccer legend Pelé. You can shop— and personalize—official jerseys and fan gear from 100+ teams and players around the world. There’s also seats on stadium bleachers for watching live soccer games on a huge TV screen. When it’s time for a sweet treat, take a break at M&M’S Times Square. A two-story color wall is packed with Milk, Peanut, and Specialty M&M’S Candies.

Planet Hollywood

Pink Taco

Havana Central

EXPLORING Lower Manhattan

No trip to NYC is complete without a visit to Lower Manhattan. It’s easy to reach, just a short ride from most any part of Manhattan. Once you’re here, distances are short, and the streets are easy to navigate.

ATTRACTIONS» Ultimate perspectives on downtown can be found at One World Observatory. The observatory level features a

climate-controlled interior with stunning 360° views. Take in historic bridges, skylines, and the shipping lanes of New York Harbor. There are great perspectives on the Statue of Liberty here as well. To truly appreciate Lady Liberty’s scale, you need to get up close. Statue City Cruises is the only way to get there, leaving out of Castle Clinton at the neighborhood’s southern tip. On Liberty Island you’ll find the Statue of Liberty Museum, with artifacts,

Left page, clockwise from far left: Brookfield Place is full of great spots to grab a fresh bite; experience breathtaking views and downtown history at One World Observatory; PAC NYC glows at night, bringing trailblazing architecture and world-class performances; a mosiac by artist Spencer Finch inside the Memory Hall of the 9/11 Museum; The Museum of Jewish Heritage—A Living Memorial to the Holocaust nestled into Battery Park, close to One World Observatory.

an immersive film, and up close looks at the statue’s original copper torch. Boats also stop at Ellis Island, the U.S.’s famous immigrant point of entry. Mercer Labs Museum of Art and Technology redefines the museum experience as an ultra-sensory immersive, featuring cutting-edge projections, sound design, and mirrored spaces that stretch to infinity. More modernity can be found at the new Perelman Performing Arts Center (PAC NYC), a trailblazing architectural wonder and a cultural keystone in Downtown Manhattan.

MUSEUMS» Visiting Fraunces Tavern Museum feels like time travel, with exhibitions showing off the building’s long and important history, including serving as the site of General George Washington’s famous farewell to his officers at the end of the Revolutionary War. The Museum of Jewish Heritage—A Living Memorial to the Holocaust is nestled into Battery Park, inside a contemporary building with inspiring views of New York Harbor. Exhibits here celebrate the lives and traditions of both those who survived and those who perished in the Shoah. The National September 11 Memorial & Museum has memorial and historical exhibitions relating the significance of the 9/11 attacks and the 1993 WTC bombing. The museum stands on the former World Trade Center complex, where a public plaza holds two reflecting pools in the footprints of the

original structures, animated by North America’s largest man-made waterfalls.

SHOPPING» One of the neighborhood’s most famous draws has reopened the doors to its Cortlandt Street flagship. Century 21 stocks a world of designer fashion at discount prices. Four floors offer everything from shoes to fragrances, handbags, luggage, and men’s, women’s, and kids’ apparel.

Across the street, you can’t miss the soaring white wings of Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava’s Oculus. In addition to serving as a transit hub, there are dozens of top retailers at the Shops at the Oculus, from Banana Republic to H&M to Kate Spade New York. It’s part of the Westfield World Trade Center, which has even more shops to explore. Further towards the Hudson River, Brookfield Place offers stylish shopping, plus restaurants, a food hall, and culture under the palm trees of the Winter Garden.

THE SEAPORT» On the East River side of Lower Manhattan, The Seaport brings together centuries of history with modern style on its cobblestone streets. There’s shopping, dining, and a museum dedicated to the area’s seafaring past, with historic ships docked in front.

Navigate the neighborhood with the Lower Manhattan Map at the back of City Guide.

Original torch on display at the Statue of Liberty Museum.

An architectural marvel: the Shops at the Oculus.

The Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation.

SIGHT SEEING

See It All From Unique New York Perspectives

New York is a vertical city and there’s never been a better time to experience it, with five world-class observatories opening up the city’s skies. For a downtown take on altitude, look to One World Observatory. It’s the tallest building in the hemisphere, and with over 40,000 metric tons of steel and a unique concrete core, it’s the strongest building in the world. A minute’s ride will take you to the main observatory level, where you’ll get 360° immersions in the landmarks of downtown. There are unique perspectives on New York Harbor, the Statue of Liberty, historic bridges, and even out to New Jersey. See the Empire State Building for yourself and you’ll know immediately why the skyscraper is one of the Seven

Wonders of the Modern World. The 86th floor is home to the Observation Deck, open to the air with views that go on for miles. The Western Hemisphere’s highest outdoor observation deck, Edge, stands atop Hudson Yards. Step out onto the triangular open-air deck and you’ll be 100 floors above the ground. Across town near Grand Central, SUMMIT

One Vanderbilt takes the concept of an “observation deck” to new heights through three floors of multi-sensory interactions. Rockefeller Center’s Top of the Rock observation deck offers both outdoor and indoor viewing areas. Outside, transparent safety-glass panels allow wholly unobstructed views of the city’s landmarks, including all of Central Park.

For an even higher POV, the Downtown Manhattan Heliport along the East River is home to HeliNY New York City. These helicopter tours are the most exciting way to view all of the city’s major landmarks, from a perspective few ever experience.

City Cruises offers great ways to dine along the skyline, aboard the all-glass, European-inspired Bateaux New York and the upbeat buffet experiences of the Spirit of New York

If you want to see the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island first-hand, Statue City Cruises is the only way to get there. Boats leave from Battery Park City, with amazing perspectives on water, shipping, and skylines along the way.

On Liberty Island you can also explore the Statue of Liberty Museum

Breathtaking views join a $100 million destination that includes memorabilia, an immersive film, and up close looks at the statue’s original torch, a 3,600-pound copper flame.

You can pose “in a moment in time” with the world’s most iconic musicians, leaders, athletes, and A-list stars at Madame Tussauds in Times Square. In addition to being “the world’s greatest wax museum,” you’ll find immersive adventures like the MARVEL Super Heroes 4D Film & Experience

Just a blink from NYC on the New Jersey side you’ll find American Dream, which boasts skat ing, skiing, mini golf, pizza, a water park, luxury retailers, and even an aquarium. Theme park Nickelodeon Universe has the world’s steepest roller coaster and tallest indoor spinning drop tower waiting to thrill you. There are more than 3 million square feet in all here, with something for everyone. It’s all just 5 miles from Times Square!

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Top, clockwise from left: Madame Tussauds gets you up close and personal with your favorite stars; HeliNY is a definite bucket list experience; iconic views aboard Statue City Cruises—your ride to Lady Liberty. Bottom: tube slides will thrill you at American Dream’s DreamWorks Water Park, the nation’s largest indoor water park.

TOURS & ATTRACTIONS MAP

EXPLORING INNOVATION AND BRAVERY

A visit to the former aircraft carrier that’s now the Intrepid Museum is a step inside a living time capsule, an immersive experience that takes in maritime history, space exploration, and the evolution of aviation. Intrepid served tours of duty in World War II, the Cold War, and Vietnam. One of the main attractions here is the flight deck, home to 28 authentic historic aircraft. Get close up to the high-altitude Lockheed A-12, the world’s fastest military jet and spy plane, and the famous supersonic Concorde. The submarine Growler is also here—the only American guided nuclear missile submarine open to the public. The museum’s epic Space Shuttle Pavilion holds Enterprise, the first craft of its kind, reflecting a massive technological leap forward and serving a crucial role in the development of NASA’s successful Space Shuttle program. Kids will love the Exploreum, an interactive hall focused on themes of water, space, air, and life at sea. Pier 86 (W. 46th St. & 12th Ave.), 212-245-0072, intrepidmuseum.org

SIGHTSEEING

AMERICAN DREAM NJ

1 American Dream Way, East Rutherford, NJ 833-263-7326; americandream.com

Shops. Dining. World-class entertainment. The range of activities here is jaw-dropping, from Saks to sharks to Legoland. Just a blink from NYC on the New Jersey side you’ll find the largest indoor theme park in North America plus skiing, skating, mini golf, a water park, pizza, barbecue, luxury retailers, and even an aquarium. There are more than 3 million square feet in all here—less than five miles from Times Square!

CIRCLE LINE SIGHTSEEING CRUISES MW FD

Pier 83 (42nd St.-12th Ave.), Pier 16 (South Street Seaport), 212-563-3200; circleline.com

A New York classic, with guided boat tours that range from “Harbor Lights” to the “Liberty Super Express” to the flagship “Best of NYC,” taking in all the sights on a full circle of Manhattan.

CHARM AVIATION FD

Downtown Manhattan Heliport, 6 East River Piers (FDR Dr.), 212-786-5751; flycharmny.com

Experience the beauty of Manhattan and its surroundings on a luxury helicopter tour. Top ranked “The Big Apple Tour” offers 17-20 minutes of flight time, providing unforgettable perspectives on the Hudson River and city landmarks.

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Chelsea Piers, Pier 61 (W. 23rd St. & 12th Ave.), 866-817-3463; citycruises.com/newyork

Offers brunch, lunch, and dining cruises, along with narrated sightseeing tours and cocktail cruises. Choose from buffets or elegant plated experiences on the glass-enclosed deck of the European-inspired Bateaux. The NYC Downtown Sightseeing Cruise is back on the water as is the Alive After Five cocktail cruise. City Cruises sails year-round from both NY and NJ from four convenient locations.

EMPIRE STATE BUILDING OBSERVATORY MW

20 W. 34th St. (5th-6th Aves.), 212-736-3100; esbnyc.com

One of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World, arguably the most famous skyscraper in the world. Ride to the 86th floor for unforgettable views of Manhattan and beyond. Equally amazing for a daytime photo that captures the city in all its glory or a nighttime shot filled with glittering buildings. Exhibitions on floors 2 and 80 provide fascinating context.

HELINY NEW YORK CITY FD

Downtown Manhattan Heliport, 6 East River Piers (FDR Dr.), 212-355-0801; heliny.com

The most exciting way to view all of the city’s major landmarks, from the Statue of Liberty to Central Park. Explore NYC from a perspective few ever experience, with three tour options ranging from 12 to 30 minutes and taking in up to 25 landmarks.

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Pier 86, W. 46th St. & 12th Ave., 212-245-0072; intrepidmuseum.org

Founded in 1982, this landmark aircraft carrier takes visitors on an interactive journey through history to learn about American innovation and bravery. Explore the Space Shuttle Pavilion, home to Enterprise, the world’s first space shuttle, 28 authentically restored aircraft, and the nuclear submarine Growler

MADAME TUSSAUDS NEW YORK TS

234 W. 42nd St. (7th-8th Aves.); madametussauds.com

Time to celebrate #BIGTIME. Get your selfie sticks ready: Madame Tussauds is the only place with no ropes or barriers holding you back from your favorite stars. Pose “in a moment in time” with iconic musicians, leaders, sports legends, and A-list stars.

NEW YORK TRANSIT MUSEUM

99 Schermerhorn St. (Boerum Pl.-Court St.), 718-694-1600; nytransitmuseum.org Gallery Annex & Store, Grand Central Terminal, Shuttle Passage, Main Concourse, 212-878-1016; mta.info

Housed in a historic 1936 IND subway station in Brooklyn Heights, and easily accessible by subway, this is the largest museum in the United States devoted to urban public transportation history, and one of the premier institutions of its kind in the world. The Museum explores the development of the greater New York metropolitan region through the presenta tion of exhibitions, tours, educational programs and workshops dealing with the cultural, social and tech nological history of public transportation.

ONE WORLD OBSERVATORY

285 Fulton St., 844-696-1776; oneworldobservatory.com

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 Obser-vatory, rising over 100 stories in the sky. House restaurant ONE Dine combines seasonal menus with stunning views.

RISENY

160 W. 45th St. (6th-7th Aves.), 718-701-4998; riseny.co

Part ride. Part museum. All New York. Soar over the NYC skyline on a flight simulation ride and experi ence NYC’s rich history across seven interactive gal leries.

SEASTREAK

E. 35th St. and Pier 11, Manhattan/Seastreak Ferry Terminal at Highlands, 326 Shore Dr., Highlands, NJ, 800-BOAT RIDE (800-262-8743); seastreak.com

The most comfortable way to explore the area: cli mate controlled cabins and an open-air top deck, 360° panoramic windows, and a full-service cash bar.

STATUE CITY CRUISES

877-LADY TIX (877-523-9849); cityexperiences.com

Offering ferries to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island—the only way to get there. Daily rides depart approximately every 30 mintues from Battery Park at the foot of Manhattan. New to Liberty Island is the Statue of Liberty Museum, with memorabilia, an immersive film, and up close looks at the statue’s original torch, a 3,600-pound copper flame.

SUMMIT ONE VANDERBILT

45 E. 42nd St. (5th-Park Aves.); summitov.com

Blending elements of art, technology, architecture, and thrill, SUMMIT takes the concept of an “observation deck” to new heights through three floors of multi-sensory interactions.

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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 offers sweeping, unobstructed open-air views. Featuring reserved-time tickets, multi-media exhibits, and Art Deco splendor.

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The city is overflowing with new interactive experiences, bringing art and culture to threedimensional life.

SoHo/Tribeca’s interactive art experience INTER_ presents two floors of otherworldly environments. The adventurous will want to check out The INTERnet, created in collaboration with The Treenet Collective. There are 80,000 feet of hand-woven rope, reflecting masterful weaving, with sacred geometric patterns integrated into the web. Guests are invited to jump, climb, relax, and get lost, taking in the artwork from within.

Left top to bottom: jump, climb, relax, and get lost inside The INTERnet installation at INTER_; the world’s largest collection of Banksy-inspired murals and artwork at the Banksy Museum.

Banksy Museum NYC, photo courtesy of Banksy Museum. Explore the epic history of New York theatre at The Museum of Broadway. Above: sweet photo ops are everywhere at the Museum of Ice Cream.

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Other SoHo spots include Color Factory’s adventures with shades across multiple art-inspired rooms. The Museum of Ice Cream offers a hall of ice cream scoops and a three-story slide. The world’s largest collection of Banksy-inspired murals and artwork is on view at the Banksy Museum, which also features the artist’s studio work, animated visual elements, and videos. In Lower Manhattan, Mercer Labs Museum of Art and Technology immerses visitors in cutting-edge projections, sound design, and mirrored spaces that stretch to infinity.

The Museum of Broadway near Times Square is an interactive destination celebrating the rich history of theatre in New York. Hundreds of rare costumes, props, and artifacts over three floors of exhibits let visitors experience Broadway like never before.

The American Museum of Natural History shows even old-line institutions getting on board: Invisible Worlds explores networks of life at all scales. Visitors become part of the story as their movements shift the

IMMERSIVES

INTER_ SH T

415 Broadway (Canal St.), 646-808-9911; interiam.co

SoHo/Tribeca’s new interactive art experience takes visitors on a magical adventure. Explore two floors of otherworldly environments and reactive art, which will encourage you to escape NYC and unleash your inner child. Journey through the INTERverse and connect with the beauty, laughter, and power within you.

projections, exploring satellite networks, the human brain, and interactions in Central Park.

Top of the Rock has a new thrill: you can re-create an iconic 1932 photo of workers building Rockefeller Center as you’re strapped onto a modern version of The Beam and lifted 12 feet above the observation deck.

Madame Tussauds New York is the only place with no ropes or barriers holding you back from living your best life with your favorite stars. The newly installed Music area transports visitors to the heart of a New Year’s Eve concert in Times Square. You can mingle with figures of Drake, Anitta, and Beyoncé amid countdown clocks, celebrity New Year’s resolutions, and confetti-covered floors. Also new is “Seasons of New York City,” which will let you kick up your heels with the Radio City Rockettes, pose under cherry blossoms with Selena Gomez, sip bubbly with Leonardo DiCaprio, have breakfast at Tiffany’s with Audrey Hepburn, make your own wax hand at Andy Warhol’s famous Factory, and much more.

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234 W. 42nd St. (7th-8th Aves.); madametussauds.com

Get your selfie sticks ready: Madame Tussauds is the only place with no ropes holding you back from your favorite stars. Pose “in a moment in time” with iconic musicians, leaders, sports legends, and A-list stars, and immerse yourself in adventures like the MARVEL Super Heroes 4D Film & Experience

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life at all scales in the interactive Invisible Worlds at the American Museum of Natural History. Photo: Iwan Baan.

Exploring

culture

NYC museums have something for everyone, from art to history to the city itself.

1 Historic design icons from the Museum of Modern Art‘s collection get vibrant reinterpretations by a Chicago-based artist in Designer’s Choice: Norman Teague—Jam Sessions, on view now in the street-level galleries.

11 W. 53rd St.

2 Explore ancient perspectives on foreign cultures at The Book of Marvels: Imagining the Medieval World, on view now at The Morgan Library & Museum. The Baths of Pozzuoli, ca. 1400, is pictured here.

225 Madison Ave.

3 Cabinets of curiosity were like early museums and The Museum at FIT (MFIT) shows off their connections to fashion in Fashioning Wonder: A Cabinet of Curiosities. Seen above: a Jean Paul Gaultier trompe l’oeil silk slip dress from spring 1999.

227 W. 27th St.

3 A long-lost 1987 art carnival filled with 20th century art superstars lives again at Luna Luna: Forgotten Fantasy, through March 16th, including a Ferris Wheel by Jean-Michel Basquiat, in the center of the image at top.

545 W. 30th St.

4 Current show Shifting Landscapes at the Whitney Museum of American Art provides a fresh take on environments, including Firelei Báez’s Untitled (Tabula Anemographica seu Pyxis Navtic), seen here.

99 Gansevoort St.

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MUSEUM PIONEERS

A highlight of a visit to New York is a stop at one of the many world-class museums here. The city’s first (and one of the oldest in the country) is The New York Historical, which has been examining the past since 1804. The American Museum of Natural History came along in 1869, one of the first institutions of its kind, and fresh off major renovations and expansions today. One year later The Metropolitan Museum of Art opened its doors with one of the world’s first broad-reach collections; it’s the largest art museum in the country. The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) was founded in 1929, the first museum in the world devoted entirely to modern art. It’s been at the forefront of integrating design, film, photograph, and other media into its displays and collections. More recent additions include The New York Transit Museum, one of the nation’s first to focus on urban mass transit. It opened inside a 1930s subway station in the Bicentennial year of 1976.

“THIS MONTH, YOU HAVE TO BE AT LUNA LUNA.”

Vogue

HUDSON YARDS Luna Luna Pavilion © Estate of Roy Lichtenstein, 1987, all rights reserved. All Haring works © Keith Haring Foundation / Licensed by Artestar, New York.

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The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The New York Transit Museum

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HISTORY

Courage to Act: Rescue in Denmark Museum of Jewish Heritage — A Living Memorial to the Holocaust

This exhibition for visitors aged 9 and up tells the remarkable story of the rescue of the Danish Jews during the Holocaust.

36 Battery Pl.

Extinct and Endangered: Insects in Peril

American Museum of Natural History

Dramatic, large-format looks at 40 specimens from the museum’s collection through the lens of photographer Levon Biss.

200 Central Park W.

CULTURE

Franz Kafka

The Morgan Library & Museum

Delve into unique literary and biographical material of the legendary writer, with a look at the complex journeys of his manuscripts and his ongoing influence on the arts.

225 Madison Ave.

Infinity of Nations: Art and History in the Collections of the National Museum of the American Indian

National Museum of the American Indian Seven-hundred works of Native art from throughout North, Central, and South America demonstrate the breadth of the museum’s collection and highlight their cultural importance.

One Bowling Green

Making Home—Smithsonian Design Triennial

Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum

The only museum in the U.S. devoted to design; current show Making Home features 25 site-specific installations exploring design’s role in shaping the notion of home.

476 Fifth Ave.

The Polonsky Exhibition of The New York Public Library’s Treasures

New York Public Library, Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

A Gutenberg Bible, Thomas Jefferson’s handwritten copy of the Declaration of Independence, and the real-life Winnie-the-Pooh are among the library’s holdings, on display in the ornate Gottesman Hall.

476 Fifth Ave.

March 2025

Real Clothes, Real Lives: 200 Years of What Women Wore, the Smith College Clothing Collection

The New York Historical

From a well-worn Depression-era house dress to a college girl’s psychedelic micro mini, this show examines how women have influenced, adapted, and defied societal expectations through their apparel.

170 Central Park W.

ART

Draw Them In, Paint Them Out: Trenton Doyle Hancock Confronts Philip Guston

Jewish Museum

Social justice connections in the works of painter Philip Guston (1913–1980), the child of Jewish immigrants from Odessa, and Trenton Doyle Hancock (b. 1974), a leading Black contemporary artist based in Houston.

1109 Fifth Ave.

Leaving the Smoke Behind: Enjoying an Awayday

Poster House

The Golden Age of London Passenger Transport Board posters gets the spotlight at this show of vibrant travel images.

119 W. 23rd St.

Solid Gold

The Brooklyn Museum

The Brooklyn Museum celebrates its 200th anniversary with an immersion across time and cultures through one of humanity’s most enduring obsessions. Look for gold-ground paintings and sculptures, coins, and other treasures, alongside fashion by the likes of Anna Sui, Christian Dior, The Blonds, and Yves Saint Laurent.

200 Eastern Pkwy.

Spotlight: German Masterworks from the Kellen Foundation

Neue Galerie New York

This small but exquisite space celebrates Austrian and German art of the 20th century. On view now is a selection of extraordinary German Expressionist paintings from the Anna-Maria and Stephen Kellen Foundation, shown in tandem with related works from the collection.

1048 Fifth Ave.

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Ultimate perspectives on downtown can be found at One World Observatory. A quick ride on one of the world’s fastest elevators brings you to the observatory level, a climatecontrolled interior with stunning 360° views. Take in historic bridges, skylines, and the shipping lanes of New York Harbor. There are great perspectives on the Statue of Liberty as well. For a limited time, you can also find wellness 102 stories up. Soak in the views while Up, Up & Away Yoga leads you through an hour long class, on Saturday and Sunday this weekend. Yoga mats are provided and you can take your time exploring the observatory after your session—tickets include a $10 food credit at the bar and the restaurant. 285 Fulton St. (West St.), 844-696-1776, oneworldobservatory.com

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You can go all-out for Fat Tuesday at The DL on the Lower East Side. For the twelfth year, THE SALON: Mardi Gras brings the Big Easy to the Big Apple with live bands across three floors, tap dance, burlesque, swing DJs, and Mardi Gras beads for all. Highlights include happy hour pricing at the evening’s start, New Orleans-style hot jazz from Gordon Au’s Grand Street Stompers, and a free intro swing dance lesson. 95 Delancey St. (btw. Ludlow & Orchard Sts.), 212-228-0909, thedl-nyc.com

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The Morgan Library & Museum is a showcase for both its rare books and its exquisite Italian Renaissance-style palazzo setting. In addition to current exhbitions like Franz Kafka and The Book of Marvels: Imagining the Medieval World, the museum hosts regular cultural happenings. On Thursday you can explore themes conjured by Franz Kafka through the eyes of American composer Philip Glass. A wide-ranging program looks at Glass’s long relationship with Kafka’s writings. Acclaimed pianist Jenny Lin, pictured here, plays Metamorphosis 1–5 for solo piano, Brooklyn-based actress Saroi Tsukada reads passages from Kafka’s best-known works, and NYC bassist Lindsay Rosenberg performs the world premiere of Glass’s new works for solo bass. A discussion follows.

225 Madison Ave. (btw. 36th & 37th Sts.), 212-685-0008, themorgan.org

Photo by Liz Linder.

Big-time art meets amusement park vibes in the unlikely installation Luna Luna: Forgotten Fantasy. First opened in Hamburg, Germany in 1987, Luna Luna features rides and attractions designed by iconic artists like Jean-Michel Basquiat, Salvador Dalí, Keith Haring, David Hockney, and Roy Lichtenstein. That the art has survived is something of a miracle—the pieces were forgotten for decades in storage in Texas. Now restored, you can see them for a limited time at The Shed at Hudson Yards, at the northern tip of The High Line. Admission includes exclusive access to the Butterfly Bar in The Overlook on Level 4, with a menu that celebrates the spirit of Luna Luna, enjoyed with panoramic views of the show.

545 W. 30th St. (btw. 10th and 11th Aves.), 646-455-3494, lunaluna.com

All Basquiat works © Estate of Jean-Michel Basquiat. Licensed by Artestar, New York. Photo: Brian Ferry, courtesy of Luna Luna LLC.

ONGOING

ONGOING

For world-class musical experiences, head to Jazz at Lincoln Center’s intimate Dizzy’s Club. You’ll find a warm ambiance, a tasty seasonal menu, and panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline. There are shows nightly, in addition to Late Night Sessions Thursdays through Saturdays, starting at 11pm. From Thursday night through Sunday, March 2nd, saxophonist Walter Blanding leads his quartet, mixing songs from Walter’s celebrated album Fantasy in Blue with fresh compositions drawing on classic fables and literature. Monday belongs to trumpeter Josh Evans, performing with his big band. Tuesday is Mardi Gras and Dizzy’s will be hosting trumpeter and charismatic bandleader Alphonso Horne as he leads his Gotham Kings in a spirited tribute to King Oliver’s Creole Jazz Band. Taking inspiration from the virtuosity of Louis Armstrong and the groundbreaking creativity of New Orleans jazz pioneer King Oliver, expect an electrifying mix of rags, stomps, and funk. 10 Columbus Cir. (btw. 59th & 60th Sts.), 212-258-9800, jazz.org

400 ONTHE COVER

1783

Evacuation Day

The British fleet departs New York Harbor, ending the Revolutionary War.

1859

1624

New Amsterdam

The Dutch establish a Lower Manhattan settlement; Fort Amsterdam is built in 1625.

Central Park

The first sections of the park open to the public.

1789

Federal Hall

Inauguration site of the first President of the United States, George Washington.

1867

Hot Dogs!

An icon is born on the Coney Island boardwalk.

NYC celebrates a major anniversary this year, looking back on four centuries that have transformed a small Dutch settlement into a world leader in culture, finance, and tourism.

Years

1905

Pizza

First NYC pizzeria Lombardi’s opens— you can still visit today.

2025

NYC Celebrates 400 years.

2014

NYC Subway

The subway takes its first riders, going on to be the largest in the world.

1904 Taxi!

1907

Metered, gasolinepowered cabs begin operating.

1931

Empire State Building

The world’s tallest until 1970.

One World Trade Center

NYC’s post-9/11 resilience continues with this landmark opening.

IN THE CITY S H OP

One of the city’s great pleasures is exploring its stores—and by extension, its neighborhoods. Here are our picks for must-shop spots all around NYC (with our absolute favorites in bold).

By Evan Levy

In Lower Manhattan don’t miss the soaring, cathedral-like space that defines the Oculus. The world-class collection of shops here is definitely about time—or it will be, when you peruse the selection of timepieces at Breitling, Tissot, and Longines. Further towards the Hudson River, Brookfield Place offers stylish shopping, plus restaurants, a food hall, and cultural events under the palm trees of the Winter Garden. The star shopping attraction of Lower Manhattan is Century 21 NYC, with four floors of designer fashion at discount prices.

Just to the north is the perennially chic SoHo (“South of Houston”), a low-rise neighborhood with a focus on the cutting edge. French fashion house Chloé is here, as are local label Rag &

Clockwise from top left: The Shops at Rockefeller Center, Brookfield Place, American Dream, Century 21 NYC.

Bone and a Prada flagship. To the east of you’ll find the Lower East Side, once the city’s home for bargain shopping and today full of stylish boutiques.

Moving up Manhattan, on the west side along the Hudson you’ll reach the High Line, Chelsea, and the upmarket shopping of the Meatpacking District. Women’s fashion can be found at Alice + Olivia and the Diane von Furstenberg flagship, with perfume at Bond No 9 and boutique picks at Marni Meatpacking Market. Stroll the High Line north and you’ll reach the luxury brands and stylish boutiques of The Shops & Restaurants at Hudson Yards.

OMI Jewelry for luxury watches and beautiful custom jewelry; JD Watches offers an exquisite collection of iconic brands like Breitling, Hublot, Rolex, Audemars Piguet, and Patek

Continue north and you’ll pass Herald Square, home of the Macy’s flagship, and then actionpacked Times Square. Sports fans won’t want to miss Pelé Soccer, The World’s Greatest Soccer Store. You can shop— and personalize—official jerseys and fan gear from 100+ teams and players around the world. Nearby Cockpit USA has been reproducing genuine, contemporary versions of iconic Americanmade aviator clothing for nearly half a century.

The Diamond District is here as well, a bustling hub for gemstones and jewelry. Visit

Two of the most famous shopping streets in the world are on the east side. Fifth Avenue has a who’s who of designer fashion. From Bulgari to Cartier, Tiffany to Gucci, the storied street never goes out of fashion—much like its stores. Madison Avenue’s names include Fendi, Giorgio Armani, and Berluti. For department store legends, look for flagship locations of Saks Fifth Avenue, Bergdorf Goodman, and Bloomingdale’s 59th Street. Just a blink from NYC on the New Jersey side you’ll find American Dream, with recreation options that include gigantic indoor theme and water parks. A staple at the complex is The Avenue at American Dream, a luxury shopping and dining experience with a curated collection of world-renowned fashion brands. Contemporary retail options are almost endless; round-trip buses run directly with quick, convenient service from Times Square. No matter what you’re searching for, you can track it down in NYC!

FIELD WORK : : Be a handsome example in Cockpit USA’s replica M-65 men’s military field jacket ($495). Fashioned after 1960s Cold War armed forces attire and impeccably tailored, the hooded jacket is a wind and water resistant weave of cotton/nylon sateen. Enjoy its rave-inducing quality and construction. Sizes XS-6XL. 15 W. 39th St., 12th Fl,, 212-575-1616, cockpitusa.com

BRING HOME AN APPLE! : : Bring home more than memories of NYC’s with this timeless image captured by popular New York artist Charles Fazzino. Chronicles of the Big Apple is an extravagant 3D multimedia limited edition piece that embraces the people, history. and architecture of the city. Priced upon request at H&S Art Gallery in Times Square, a treasure trove of art that showcases the work of Fazzino through an approachable viewing experience. 112 W. 44th St., 212-768-3160, hsart.com

You can spend an entire trip to New York just in museums, absorbing collection upon collection of art and artifacts. The city’s museum stores let you take that museum experience—often too fleeting—with you. The Museum of Arts and Design which is dedicated to superb craft, brings equally compelling design to its store. Find one-of-a-kind jewelry, ceramics, bags, and toys on the ground floor of MAD’s Columbus Circle location. You can take home your favorite Kandinsky print from the Guggenheim Store, located in the famous Frank Lloyd Wright-designed museum on the Upper East Side. The ground floor shop offers a curated collection of art books, design objects, prints, and accessories. There’s always a tasteful collection of objects paying homage to the museum itself, including ever-popular abstracted rotunda t-shirts and hoodies. The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) offers three retail experiences; the flagship Museum Store, adjacent to the lobby, features a 30-foot high wall display with over 2,000 publications. There are also second and sixth floor shops, which focus more on exhibition-specific items. The Met Store is a destination unto itself, nearly as vast as the collection of art it represents. The store’s primary location on the main floor of the Metropolitan Museum of Art contains a fine jewelry counter and a wide range of books, apparel, accessories, and design objects. There are also outposts throughout the museum where you can purchase items specific to special exhibitions. The Brooklyn Museum rewards visitors with a fascinating journey through thousands of years of art history. The journey continues in the institution’s well-curated museum store, located in the ground floor of its Beaux-Arts home. You’ll find cheeky nods to New York life, Brooklyn-specific items, and an array of art books, posters and prints, decorative housewares, and toys. It’s pretty fitting that The Morgan Shop is packed with fascinating books. Located in midtown, The Morgan Library & Museum above preserves the printed word inside the former home of Gilded Age financier J. Pierpont Morgan. The shop carries exhibition mementoes in addition to that great selection of publications. Holding down a large patch of land just off Central Park West, the American Museum of Natural History is dedicated to discovering and interpreting the natural world. Among several stores here, The Museum Shop is the flagship, with three levels of unique gifts. Spaces include a gallery, a reading and viewing room, and all kinds of discovery for children. You can pick up educational books and kits, jewelry inspired by world cultures, puzzles, museum apparel and memorabilia, and stuffed animals. The museum also offers specialized shopping at its Invisible Worlds Shop, Cosmic Shop, and Dino Store.

The Morgan Library & Museum preserves the printed word inside the former home of Gilded Age financier J. Pierpont Morgan.

—Merrill Lee Girardeau

SHOPNEW YORK CITY

Winter-worn days feed the itch to shop for new sparkly things! And where better then the city that offers the most well-curated boutiques per square mile, plus world-famous department stores and legendary shopping districts. Brookfield Place, the Oculus, Hudson Yards, 57th Street, Madison Avenue, Columbus Circle, NoHo, and SoHo all offer magical finds. –Wendy Tittel

PRETTY SPARKLY! : : Hunting for sparkly jewelry in New York? Well there’s no better place to shop than the fertile hunting ground of the world-renowned Diamond District on 47th Street. Excite someone this vacation trip with a gift from premiere jeweler OMI Jewelry like this stunning rose gold five-strand wrap cocktail ring ($2,170). This beauty features over two carats of VS1 high-quality F-color diamonds. And the rose gold hue will flatter many a woman’s beautiful complexion! 10 W. 46th St., 6th Fl., 844-330-9466, omijewelry.com

HOPE SPRINGS ETERNAL : : Winter is not for everyone–but spring is! And this cheery chef’s apron above is just the thing to entertain us while we wait patiently–even if it’s at the kitchen stove. At The Metropolitan Museum of Art store, you’ll find a delightful depiction of spring in Central Park on this all- cotton kitchen neccessity ($38). The lively image of Adolf Dehn’s Spring in Central Park (1941) is an idyllic watercolor capturing a vernal Sheep Meadow with Midtown Manhattan landmarks rising in the distance. Can’t cook? Hang it on the wall and fake it ‘til you make it. 1000 Fifth Ave., 212-535-7710, metmuseum.org

FUNTASTIC FASHION FINDS! : : Try your hand at shopping New York City’s most fertile bargain-hunting ground, Century 21 NYC in Lower Manhattan. This New York shopping legend houses four floors with everything from shoes to fragrances, gifts, handbags, luggage, and men’s, women’s, and kids’ apparel. New arrivals hit the store just about every day. Get lucky and you could still score some fancy new boots to walk you to dinner or that fab designer raincoat you— ahum!—forgot to pack? 22 Cortlandt St., 212-227-1202, c21stores.com

DRAGONS WITHOUT DUNGEONS : : Handcrafted toys are among the great finds at museum stores. Get your fill here at the The Morgan Library & Museum with this artistic and interactive creature–the Red Phoenix Mobile ($100). Simply pull gently on the string and watch this Phoenix arise from the ashes and fly! Constructed of medium-density fiberboard, hand-painted, and decorated with dyed tagua nuts. Handcrafted by a fair trade woman-owned business in Colombia. 125 Madison Ave., 212-590-0390, themorgan.org

LIVIN’ THE DREAM : : Take a jaunt out of the city and spend a luxurious day shopping and then some at American Dream. One of your fab finds is from Mulberry of England, which retails this small Soft Bayswater shoulder bag fashioned in Night Sky heavy grain leather ($1,595). This incredible tote transforms from uber travel bag to your best workhorse when back home. H: 8” W: 12¾” D: 7½,” handle drop: 11.” American Dream Mall, The Avenue, Lvl 2, 1 American Dream Way, E. Rutherford, NJ, 833-263-7326, americandream.com

UNSEEN ART : : Underground art exemplifies what we’re often in too great a hurry to absorb. Contemporary Art Underground: MTA Arts & Design New York ($60) is a celebration of major public art commissions throughout the New York transit system. The book represents more than 100 permanent projects completed between 2015 and 2023. Among the featured artists are Yayoi Kusama, Kiki Smith, Nick Cave, Ann Hamilton, Xenobia Bailey, Jim Hodges, Alex Katz, Sarah Sze, and Vik Muniz. Available at Rizzoli. 1133 Broadway, 212-759-2424, rizzolibookstore.com

CHARMED, I’M SURE : : The American Folk Art Museum’s collection is top rate—and that applies heartily to their gift items as well. Extend the folksy fun when you leave with this gritty city memento offering images in the form of handmade charms and other objects d’art ($120). The ball chain necklace adds an extra touch of quirkiness. 2 Lincoln Sq., 212-595-9533, folkartmuseum.org

AMERICAN DREAM

1 American Dream Way, East Rutherford, NJ 833-263-7326; americandream.com

Shops. Dining. World-class entertainment. It’s all here, from Saks to sharks to Legoland. American Dream is just a blink from NYC on the New Jersey side. The largest indoor theme park in North America plus skiing, skating, mini golf, a water park, pizza, barbecue, luxury retailers, and even an aquarium—all less than five miles from Times Square!

CENTURY 21 NYC

22 Cortlandt St. (Church St.), 212-227-1202, c21stores.com

The return of a legend! NYC’s favorite discounter Century 21 has reopened the doors to its flagship. Head downtown for a curated selection of style amid a new and improved shopping experience. Shoes, dresses, coats, looks for men, and much more from top brands at the lowest prices.

COCKPIT USA

15 W. 39th St., 12th Floor (btw. Fifth & Sixth Aves.), 212-575-1616, cockpitusa.com

For over 45 years, Cockpit USA has been reproducing genuine, contemporary versions of iconic American-made aviator clothing, both in civilian and military design. You’ve seen their jackets across pop culture from Steve McQueen to Tom Hardy to U.S. Presidents. Visit their midtown showroom and find quality and craftsmanship unlike any other. Appointments encouraged but not required to ensure they have your jacket size when you arrive.

JD WATCHES

10 W. 46th St., 6th Floor (btw. Fifth & Sixth Aves.), 917- 843-3156, jdwatchesny.com

JD Watches is your premier destination for luxury watches, with an exquisite collection of timepieces highlighting iconic brands like Breitling, Hublot, Rolex, Audemars Piguet, and Patek Philippe. Pre-owned luxury watches feature extended warranties, expert care by master watchmakers (each timepiece has been restored to prime condition), and 100% authenticity every watch is thoroughly inspected and certified genuine.

LUGGAGEHERO

Locations citywide, including Penn Station, Grand Central, Times Square, JFK; luggagehero.com/newyork

Safe and secure luggage storage through local businesses at only $1.19hour/$5.40day. All luggage sizes accommodated; it’s the only company offering both hourly and daily rates. 130+ locations all around NYC, easy and convenient. Book online or through the official LuggageHero App for Apple and Android.

OMI JEWELRY

10 W. 46th St., 6th Floor (btw. Fifth & Sixth Aves.), 844-330-9466, omijewelry.com

OMI Jewelry is your trusted source for luxury watches and beautiful custom jewelry. Brands include Rolex, AP, Patek, Hublot, Breitling, Cartier, and Chanel. A family business with family values, founded on the belief that beautiful jewelry shouldn’t be prohibitively expensive and the buying experience should be a pleasurable one. Offering a wide selection of stylish jewelry and fine watches, with a knowledgeable team that makes selecting and purchasing luxury easy.

PELÉ SOCCER

1560 Broadway (btw. 46th & 47th Sts.), 646-666-0025, pelesoccer.com

The World’s Greatest Soccer Store, from soccer legend Pelé, where you can shop—and personalize—official jerseys and fan gear from 100+ teams and players. Limited-edition footwear from top brands like Nike, Adidas, and Puma, and seats on stadium bleachers for watching live soccer games on a huge TV screen.

400 YEARS OF NYC

Many of NYC’s big-name shopping destinations started out as humble storefronts. In 1837, Tiffany & Co. launched from an old brick structure at 259 Broadway downtown. The brand would go on to design the interlocking NY logo still used on Yankee caps and become synonymous with luxury.

SPECIALTY SPECIALTY SHOPPING SERVICES

H&S ART GALLERY & CUSTOM FRAMING

112 W. 44th St. (btw. Sixth & Seventh Aves.), 212-768-3160, hsart.com

Open daily in Times Square, H&S Art Gallery & Custom Framing features original 3-D artworks by Charles Fazzino, Rizzi, and Suchy; serigraphs by Keeley, Tarkay, Pejman, Yamagata, Freyman, Kubik, Delacroix, and many others. They also offer signed sports memorabilia, posters, and same-day professional custom framing. They ship worldwide.

SCHUMER’S WINES & LIQUORS

59 E. 54th St. (btw. Park & Madison Aves.), 212-355-0940, schumerswines.com

Trusted for more than 40 years, known for its excellent selection of the great vineyards of California, France, Australia, Argentina, and Italy (lots of half bottles, too). Also vintage ports, single malts, cognac, American whiskeys and bourbons—including their own Barrel Picks. Large supply of cold wine and champagne always ready. Open Mon.Fri., 9am-8pm; Sat.,11am-8pm. Deliveries til 7pm.

STAFF

Chief Executive Officer: David L. Miller

SALES & MARKETING

Chief Revenue Officer: Vincent Timpone

Managing Director | Business Developments

Strategic Partnerships: Drew Davis

Managing Director | Marketing: Sheri Lapidus

PUBLISHING

Director | Content Management: Ethan Wolff

Director | Creative Development: Wendy Tittel

Theatre Editor: Griffin Miller

Contributors: Evan Levy, Linda Sheridan

OPERATIONS

Director | Operations Management: Ray Winn

Director | Order Management: Heather Gambaro

FINANCE

Chief Financial Officer: David Friedman

ON BROADWAY

BroadwayYour Way: A Visitor’s Guide

By Griffin Miller

While Big Apple weather is certifiably iffy this time of year, the theatre scene is nothing short of phenomenal. Over the next few weeks, an intoxicating influx of new shows and A-listers will be generating fireworks both On- and Off-Broadway (see p. 48). For visitors, this means timewise you’ve hit the Broadway jackpot—and should you need proof, simply check out Broadway’s current roster of shows, including such proven champions as Disney’s long-running blockbusters

Simba Rafiki Scar

The anthropomorphic melting pot of The begins in Africa’s “Pride Lands,” a mythical landscape populated by a cross-section of fauna. Given movement and voice by actors and puppeteers, these exquisite beasts surge the aisles of the Minskoff Theatre, drawn to the stage in response to the shaman Rafiki’s (Ntsepa Pitjeng-Molebatsi) hypnotic chant “Nants ingonyama bagithi baba” (“Here comes a lion”). From fluid lionesses and fluttering birds to stilted giraffes and leaping antelope, all gather at Pride Rock to welcome the new heir to the throne: the lion cub, Simba.

One of Broadway’s most coveted tickets, the stage adaptation of Disney’s animated classic is a genre unto itself—an ingenious mashup of performers, costumes and puppetry, including what creator/director Julie

Taymor calls the “Double Event,” achieved when a mask sits above the actor’s head, juxtaposing the character represented by the mask onto the human spirit.

The story itself is compelling. Straddling generations, it speaks to all ages with its mix of light and dark…innocence and experience… good and evil. It’s these elements that come into play for young Simba, who finds himself faced with loss and lies as he moves towards his royal destiny. Pitted against his fiendish Uncle Scar (Stephen Carlile), our hero (Vincent Jamal Hooper) finds both friendship and love on his journey. Added to this is a score blending lush South African sounds central to the music of Lebo M and Mark Mancina, with Elton John and Tim Rice’s songs from the film, like the buoyant “Hakuna Matata” and the Academy Award-winning “Can You Feel the Love Tonight.”

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Genie

Aladdin

Jasmine

THEATER MAP

What’s playing where on Broadway

TKTS: 25-50% Off Tickets (the day of the show)

40 & Juliet (Stephen Sondheim Theatre)

39 Aladdin (New Amsterdam)

9 The Book of Mormon (Eugene O’Neill)

33 Boop! The Betty Boop Musical (Broadhurst Theatre)

26 Buena Vista Social Club (Gerald Shoenfeld Theatre)

4 Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club (August Wilson Theatre)

10 Chicago (Ambassador)

18 Death Becomes Her (Lunt-Fontanne Theatre)

38 English (Todd Haimes Theatre)

17 Glengarry Glen Ross (Palace Theatre)

7 Good Night, and Good Luck (Winter Garden Theatre)

3 The Great Gatsby (Broadway Theatre)

34 Gypsy (Majestic Theatre)

11 Hadestown (Walter Kerr)

19 Hamilton (Richard Rodgers)

37 Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (Lyric)

32 Hell’s Kitchen (Shubert Theatre)

27 John Proctor Is the Villain (Booth Theatre)

31 The Last Five Years (Hudson Theatre)

28 The Lion King (Minskoff)

30 Maybe Happy Ending (Belasco Theatre)

5 MJ the Musical (Neil Simon Theatre)

23 Moulin Rouge! The Musical (Al Hirschfeld)

29 Oh, Mary! (Lyceum Theatre)

24 Operation Mincemeat (John Golden Theatre)

15 Othello (Ethel Barrymore Theatre)

25 The Outsiders (Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre)

22 The Picture of Dorian Gray (Music Box Theatre)

35 Purpose (Helen Hayes Theatre)

41 Redwood (Nederlander Theatre)

16 SIX (Lena Horne Theatre)

21 Smash (Imperial Theatre)

36 Sunset Boulevard (St. James Theatre)

6 Wicked (Gershwin Theatre)

Speaking of songs that scored an Oscar for Disney, let’s not forget “A Whole New World,”the splendiferous joy ride of a ballad that soars vocally and physically through the New Amsterdam Theatre in Aladdin. Watching the title character (Adi Roy) bedazzle Princess Jasmine (Sonya Balsara) with the ultimate date night transport—with lyrics to match—is pretty heady stuff. Let’s face it, a stretch limo takes a back seat to a flying carpet every time (pun intended). But getting swept up in a fantastical romance is only part of this hit musical’s allure. Vaulting dancers, action-saturated high jinks, dastardly machinations, quick-witted humor, and the most pyrotechnical, relentlessly fabulous production number on Broadway…I could go on. Okay, I will.

Set against the colorful bustle of the fictional megalopolis of Agrabah, Aladdin’s cast of sidekick characters are no longer the talking animals of the animated original. Aladdin’s mischievous monkey bud Abu has morphed into a trio of light-fingered dudes: Omar (Jacob Ben-Shmuel), Kassim (Colt Prattes), and Babkak (Michael Schimmele). Similarly, the evil vizier Jafar’s (Dennis Stowe) flunky, the

parrot Iago, is now a wise-cracking sycophant played by Don Darryl Rivera, the actor who originated the role on Broadway. And then there’s Genie embodied by the indefatigable Michael James Scott. Everything you could want in a supernatural bestie, Scott’s Genie is a charismatic tummler armed with the ability to ignite all manner of special effects. What’s not to love?

GATSBY GONE WILD

Just as the Centennial Celebration of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s 1920s novel hit its iconic stride, Broadway’s The Great Gatsby welcomed three new leads to its critically acclaimed company: Ryan McCartan (Heathers The Musical, Wicked, Liv and Maddie) as the enigmatic Jay Gatsby, Sarah Hyland (Modern Family, Little Shop of Horrors) as the elusive love of his life, and established Broadway veteran Terrence Mann (Cats, Pippin, Les Misérables, three Tony nominations) in the role of Wolfsheim.

Possibly the most glamorous show to ever grace Broadway, Gatsby casts an intense light on a Jazz Age microcosm in which old money, new money, and the lower class collide. On

The ensemble cast of The Great Gatsby. Photo by Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman.

stage, this dizzying world is one of Art Deco splendor, lavish costumes (by Tony winner Linda Cho), dynamic choreography (by Dominique Kelley), and runaway decadence as the millionaire Gatsby—still fixated on Daisy, a past love now married—pursues his obsession to a dramatic climax. Not surprisingly, this mega musical hit never fails to resonate with audiences as it approaches its first anniversary on April 25th. My advice? Go for the retro radiance; stay for the passion.

MORMON MANIA

“Possibly

the most glamorous show to ever grace Broadway, Gatsby casts an intense light on a Jazz Age microcosm in which old money, new money, and the lower class collide.”

Long-running cult favorite The Book of Mormon doesn’t exactly break the bank when it comes to costumes, the prevailing look being uniform 101: black pants, white short-sleeved shirt, black tie, repeat. Yet, once you multiply this fashion aesthetic by a giddy gaggle of young Mormon missionaries perfecting their doorbell-ringing technique, it becomes almost cool. Almost.

Devised by the three most fearless guys to take on Broadway—Trey Parker and Matt Stone (the masterminds behind South Park), and Avenue Q alum Bobby Lopez—this fiercely funny show pulls the pin out of the prudegrenade once the two lead characters, Elders Price (Kevin Clay) and Cunningham (Cody Jamison Strand)—are packed off to backwater Uganda tasked with converting the profanely filter-free locals to Mormonism. This sublimely loopy (two) fish out of (Utah) water tale took the 2011’s Tony Awards by storm to the tune of nine statuettes, including Best Musical. In short, the show has everything you could possibly want from a musical comedy: religious VIPS, sassy parodies, ginormous production numbers, and the dream team of Clay and Strand.

WANDS AT THE READY

So, you’re not a diehard Potterhead…yet. This doesn’t mean you’ll be able to resist the charms of the Tony-winning production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (HPCC) playing at the magically retrofitted Lyric Theatre. To prep for this epic sequel to J.K. Rowling’s novels, you

needn’t binge watch the films or marathon the books, just log on to the show’s official website where a dandy primer summarizes all things Harry, from how he got his lightning bolt scar to a year-by-year recap of his time at Hogwarts. Also included are a handy glossary of Wizarding World terms and a run-down of characters. (FYI: The show program includes a similar refresher course.)

As in the epilogue of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows,” HPCC picks up on Platform 9 ¾, 19 years after the apocalyptic Battle of Hogwarts with Harry (Matthew James Thomas) seeing his son, Albus (Alex Serino), off to the famous school of witchcraft and wizardry for the first time. Once aboard the Hogwarts Express, Albus finds himself sharing a compartment with Scorpius Malfoy (Erik C. Peterson), the quirky son of his dad’s former archenemy, Draco (Aaron Bartz). Family trees uprooted, the two become inseparable as they find themselves bouncing madly through time and killer special effects, interacting with familiar characters in unfamiliar scenarios, all the while igniting a love for magic in theatregoers ready to embrace the fun, wonder, and illusions that make up the this theatrical chapter of the wizarding world. Mischief managed.

SPONTANEOUS COMBUSTION

At Broadway’s Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre, backstage is hang-out central for the mostly 20-something company of The Outsiders. Dressing room doors are rarely closed, the vibe is part goofing around, part stretching, part chill—a direct contrast to the intense on-stage dynamic that takes over once this Tony-winning musical gets rolling. But then this group of actors is unique. They inhabit characters, indelibly etched in the minds and memories of countless readers—from Boomers to Gen Z—who fell in love with S.E.

Hinton’s 1967 groundbreaking coming-of-age novel. Written when Hinton was only 16, the story is a combination of assorted members of the Tulsa, Oklahoma gang Hinton hung with in high school. The result is roster of presumed misfits known as Greasers, with 14-year-old Ponyboy Curtis (Brody Grant) serving as the story’s nucleus and de facto narrator. The Greasers make up the lower class—survivors of a social hierarchy lorded over by the brutish upper class, the Socs (short for Socials). The show literally explodes with emotion and rage throughout, under Tony winner Danya Taymor’s fierce direction and Rick and Jeff Kuperman’s take-no-prisoners choreography.

WHICH WITCH?

A production that’s been a must-see frontrunner since its blockbuster Broadway premier in 2003 is the girl-power musical Wicked, a show with a staggering alumni list. And for theatre lovers and mega-fans (of which this show has many), any major cast changes equal a most “swankified” invite to revisit the Gershwin Theatre. In keeping with this tradition, the show is gearing up for a change

over as Wicked’s current Elphaba (Mary Kate Morrisey) and Glinda (Alexandra Socha), will pass the Ozian torch to their successors Lencia Kebede and Allie Trimm the first weekend in March (check the website for full details). Notably, Ms. Kebede is the first Black actress to assume the role of Elphaba full time in the Broadway company.

A (more or less) follow-up to The Wizard of Oz based on Gregory Maguire’s best-selling novel, the musical serves up a backstory that moves from Elphaba and Glinda’s dicey roommate situation during their first year at Shiz University onto a most remarkable friendship. With a knowing wink to the famous 1939 MGM film that cycloned Dorothy and Toto from grey Kansas to technicolor Oz— including Glinda’s sparkling bubble entrance Wicked expands on the life and times of these legendary witches, including family ties and romantic interests. Featuring dynamite special effects and supersized sorcery, the tale unfolds to reveal that “good” and “wicked” have a lot to teach each other, including a) how to be “Popular”; and b) what it means to “Defy Gravity.”

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The ensemble cast of Wicked. Photo by Joan Marcus.

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THEATER BUZZ: NEW SHOWS AND STAR-STUDDED CASTS BROADWAY’S LATEST

• BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical – Previewing 3/11 for a 4/5 opening. Introducing Jasmine Amy Rogers in the title role alongside Tony winner Faith Prince and Erich Bergen.

• Buena Vista Social Club – In previews for a 3/29 opening. A new musical based on the 1998 Grammy-winning album of the same name.

• Glengarry Glen Ross –Previewing 3/10 for a 3/31 opening. A revival of David Mamet’s Pulitzer Prizewinning drama. Starring Bob Odenkirk, Michael McKean, Kieran Culkin, and Bill Burr.

• Good Night, and Good Luck – Previewing 3/12 for a 4/3 opening. From film to stage starring George Clooney.

• John Proctor Is the Villain –Previewing 3/20 for a 4/14 opening. Sadie Sink stars in this biting comedy directed by Tony winner Danya Taymor (The Outsiders; To Kill a Mockingbird).

this solo take on the Oscar Wilde classic.

• Purpose – Previewing 2/25 for a 3/17 opening. Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ (Appropriate) latest drama features Tony winner Kara Young (Purlie Victorious…) and Tony nominee LaTanya Richardson Jackson (To Kill a Mockingbird). Tony winner Phylicia Rashad directs.

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• The Last Five Years – Previewing 3/18 for a 4/6 opening. A new two-person romantic musical starring Nick Jonas and Tony winner Adrienne Warren (Tina; Shuffle Along).

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• Operation Mincemeat – In previews for a 3/20 opening. Olivier Award-winning musical with original London cast.

• Othello – Previewing 2/24 for a 3/23 opening. Shakespeare’s tragedy stars Denzel Washington in the title role and Jake Gyllenhaal as Iago.

• The Picture of Dorian Gray – Previewing 3/10 for 3/27 opening. Sarah Snook (Succession) reprises her Olivier-winning performance in

• Redwood – Opened 2/13. This new musical starring Tony winner Idina Menzel (Wicked) was co-conceived by Menzel and the show’s award-winning writer/director, Tina Landau.

• Smash – Previewing 3/11 for a 4/10 opening. This TV to Broadway revamp musical features Tony nominees Robyn Hurder, Brooks Ashmanskas, and Kristine Nielsen, and TV series alum Krysta Rodriguez. Directed by Tony winner Susan Stroman.

BROADWAY IN AND OUT

• The Great Gatsby – Ryan McCartan (Wicked; Liv and Maddie) has stepped in to the title role vacated by Jeremy Jordan, who’s set to begin previews in Broadway’s Floyd Collins on March 25th, while Sarah Hyland (Modern Family; Little Shop of Horrors) is Gatsby’s new Daisy Buchanan, replacing Eva Noblezada who will be moving into the role of Sally Bowles in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club on March 31st.

• Moulin Rouge! The Musical – Andy Karl (Groundhog Day; Law & Order: SVU) recently took over as The Duke of Montroth, while Aussie actress Samantha Dodemaide stepped into the role of Nini. March 18th marks the return of Grammywinning singer/songwriter Boy George to the role of Harold Zidler for a limited ten-week run.

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COMEDY DRAMA MUSICAL EVENT

broadway & JULIET

Stephen Sondheim Theatre, 124 W. 43rd St., 833-274-8497; andjulietbroadway.com

(2 hrs., 30 mins.) This lively musical comedy asks what would happen next if Juliet ditched Shakespeare’s tragic ending for a fresh start and a second chance at life and love—her way.

ALADDIN

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

(2 hrs., 30 mins.) The beloved story is brought to thrilling theatrical life in this bold musical. With just one rub of a magic lamp, Aladdin’s journey sweeps you into an exotic world of adventure, comedy, and romance. This unforgettable Disney theatrical experience includes all the cherished songs from the Oscar-winning score plus more written for Broadway.

THE BOOK OF MORMON

Eugene O’Neill Theatre, 230 W. 49th St., 877-250-2929; bookofmormonbroadway.com

2011 Tony, Best Musical (2 hrs., 30 mins.) One of Broadway’s most successful, Tony-winning (nine in 2011!) musicals from the hilariously irreverent minds of Trey Parker and Matt Stone of South Park. The show follows a couple of wide-eyed Mormon missionaries whose first official assignment takes them from ringing doorbells stateside to a remote village in Uganda. Divinely profane in all the right places!

BOOP! THE BETTY BOOP MUSICAL

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

(2 hrs., 30 mins.) Max Fleischer’s spit-curled, blackand-white icon of joy finds herself on a colorful, musical adventure in New York City. Previewing 3/11 for a 4/5 opening.

BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB

Gerald Shoenfeld Theatre, 236 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; buenavistamusical.com

(2 hrs., 10 mins.) In Cuba, visionary artists tell the story of the musicians who lived the title album— and one woman’s life-changing discovery. From 2/21.

CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB

August Wilson Theatre, 245 W. 52nd St., 888-985-9421; kitkat.club

(2 hrs., 45 mins.) Visionary revival of the Kander & Ebb classic, set at the start of WWII in Berlin’s Kit Kat Club with a mercurial MC and Sally Bowles as stars.

CHICAGO

Ambassador Theatre, 219 W. 49th St., 212-239-6200; chicagothemusical.com

(2 hrs., 30 mins.) Winner of 6 Tonys for a universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz.

DEATH BECOMES HER

Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, 205 W. 46th St., 212-239-6200; deathbecomesher.com

(2 hrs., 30 mins.) Madeline Ashton is a beautiful actress; Helen Sharp is the author who lives in her shadow. A magic potion restores their youth and beauty—along with a grudge to last eternity.

ENGLISH

Todd Haimes Theatre, 227 W. 42nd St., 212-719-1300; roundabouttheatre.org

(100 mins., no intermission) Sanaz Toossi’s Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy unfolds in an Iranian classroom where adult English learners practice for their proficiency exam. Limited engagement thru 3/2.

GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS

Palace Theatre, 1564 Broadway, 212-239-6200; glengarryonbroadway.com

Set in a real estate office where salesmen compete to sell dicey properties to unwitting customers. With Bob Odenkirk, Michael McKean, Kieran Culkin, and Bill Burr. Previewing 3/10 for a 3/31 opening. Limited engagement thru 5/31.

The cast of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Photo by Matthew Murphy.

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GOOD NIGHT, AND GOOD LUCK

Winter Garden Theatre, 1634 Broadway, 212-239-6200; goodnightgoodluckbroadway.com

(100 mins., no intermission) Oscar winner George Clooney makes his Broadway debut in this stage adaption of his 2005 film, in which he plays celebrated broadcast journalist Edward R. Murrow. Previewing 3/12 for a 4/3 opening.

THE GREAT GATSBY

Broadway Theatre, 1681 Broadway, 212-239-6200; broadwaygatsby.com

(2 hrs., 30 mins.) F. Scott Fitzgerald’s epic tale is now a lush musical that follows eccentric and mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby in his pursuit of the lost love of his youth, Daisy Buchanan. With characters driven by complex inner lives erupting with extravagance and longing, the show comes to life through an electrifying jazz and pop-infused score for a grand production befitting the 21st century.

GYPSY

Majestic Theatre, 245 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; gypsybway.com

(2 hrs., 40 mins.) In this latest revival, six-time Tony winner Audra McDonald takes on one of the greatest roles in musical theatre: the ultimate back-stage tale of an ambitious stage mother.

HADESTOWN

Walter Kerr Theatre, 219 W. 48th St., 800-745-3000; hadestown.com

2019 Tony, Best Musical (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Follows the overlapping mythical love stories of Orpheus & Eurydice and Hades & Persephone. The action unfolds in both a stylized New Orleans setting and Hades’ stomping ground, The Underworld. As for the score, think New Orleans jazz melded with American folk music.

HAMILTON

Richard Rodgers Theatre, 226 W. 46th St., 877-250-2929; hamiltonbroadway.com

2016 Tony, Best Musical (2 hrs., 55 mins.) Following U.S. founding father Alexander Hamilton, writer/composer Lin-Manuel Miranda’s musical masterwork redefined Broadway.

HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD

Lyric Theatre, 214 W. 43rd St., 212-305-4100; broadway.harrypottertheplay.com

2018 Tony, Best Play (2 hrs., 50 mins.) This visually spectacular show begins where the films end, with the friendship between Harry’s son Albus and Draco’s son, Scorpius—BFFs whose magical misadventures involve Time-Turner shenanigans and a mysterious friend. Familiar characters plus a new generation of Hogwarts students make this a must-see for fans (the program has a full summary and wizarding world crash course for HP neophytes).

HELL’S KITCHEN

Shubert Theatre, 225 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; hellskitchen.com (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Grammy winner Alicia Keys’ autobiographical musical about 17-year-old Ali facing hard truths about race, defiance, and growing up.

JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN

Booth Theatre, 222 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; johnproctoristhevillain.com

(2 hrs., 15 mins.) In a small-town high school, an English class questions The Crucible. Starring Sadie Sink. Previewing 3/20 for a 4/14 opening.

THE LAST FIVE YEARS

Hudson Theatre, 145 W. 44th St., 855-801-5876; thelastfiveyearsbroadway.com

(90 mins., no intermission) A new musical starring Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren as a NY couple. Previewing 3/18 for a 4/6 opening. Limited engagement thru 6/22.

THE LION KING

Minskoff Theatre, 200 W. 45th St., 866-870-2717; disneyonbroadway.com

1998 Tony, Best Musical (2 hrs., 30 mins.) A glorious stage adaptation of Disney’s animated hit, full of stage magic created by Tony-winner Julie Taymor. Set in the rich African Pride Lands, the story follows the lion prince, Simba—along with young lioness Nala and villainous uncle Scar—from precocious cub to king of the jungle. A musical and visual treasure-trove to be savored.

Kevin Clay (Elder Price) and Derrick Williams (The General) in The Book of Mormon. Photo by Julieta Cervantes.

MAYBE HAPPY ENDING

Belasco Theatre, 111 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; maybehappyending.com

(105 mins., no intermission) In Seoul, an encounter between HelperBots Oliver and Claire leads to a unique friendship.

MJ THE MUSICAL

Neil Simon Theatre, 250 W. 52nd St., 212-239-6200; mjthemusical.com

(2 hrs., 35 mins.) This electrifying musical bio looks into Michael Jackson’s creative process leading up to his 1992 Dangerous world tour.

MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL

Al Hirschfeld Theatre, 302 W. 45th St., 888-506-4101; moulinrougemusical.com

2020 Tony, Best Musical (2 hrs., 35 mins.) A gleefully flamboyant take on Baz Luhrmann’s 2001 movie where Bohemians and aristocrats rub elbows.

OH, MARY!

Lyceum Theatre, 145 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; ohmaryplay.com

(80 mins., no intermission) In this fabulously farcical play, Mary Todd Lincoln examines her forgotten life and dreams through the lens of an idiot.

OPERATION MINCEMEAT

John Golden Theatre, 252 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; operationbroadway.com

(2 hrs., 30 mins.) This Olivier Award-winning musical tells the true story of a WWII secret British military op employing a corpse to feed false info to the Nazis.

OTHELLO

Ethel Barrymore Theatre, 243 W. 47th St., 212-239-6200; othellobway.com

(2 hrs., 35 mins.) Oscar/Tony winner Denzel Washington is the title character in Shakespeare’s classic drama, costarring Jake Gyllenhaal. Previewing 2/24 for a 3/23 opening. Limited engagement thru 6/8.

THE OUTSIDERS

Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre, 242 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; outsidersmusical.com

2024 Tony, Best Musical (2 hrs., 30 mins.) In Tulsa, Oklahoma, 1967, the hardened hearts and aching souls of Ponyboy Curtis, Johnny Cade, and their chosen family of “outsiders” are in a fight for survival and a quest for purpose in a world that may never accept them. This gripping new musical, based on the 1983 film, reinvigorates the timeless tale of “haves and have nots,” of protecting what’s yours, and fighting for what could be.

THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY

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

(2 hrs., no intermission) Olivier winner Sarah Snook (Succession) takes on all 26 roles in her solo performance of Oscar Wilde’s tale of debauched youth and beauty. Previewing 3/10 for a 3/17 opening. Limited engagement thru 7/6.

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off-broadway PERFECT CRIME

Anne Bernstein Theater, The Theater Center, 210 W. 50th St., 212-921-7862; perfect-crime.com

PURPOSE

Helen Hayes Theatre, 240 W. 44th St., 833-274-8497; purposeonbroadway.com

(2 hrs., 50 mins.) Playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins follows his Appropriate success with a drama about an influential Black family forced into a reckoning with itself. Previewing 2/25 for a 4/14 opening. Limited engagement thru 7/6.

REDWOOD

Nederlander Theatre, 208 W. 41st St., 844-753-7397; redwoodmusical.com

(105 mins., no intermission) Idina Menzel plays a woman who leaves her career and family behind for the forests of Northern California, where a chance meeting changes her life forever.

SIX

Lena Horne Theatre, 256 W. 47th St., 212-239-6200; sixonbroadway.com

(80 mins., no intermission) Henry VIII’s six wives take the mic to remix historical heartbreak into girl power.

SMASH

Imperial Theatre, 249 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; smashbroadway.com

(2 hrs., 30 mins.) A stage adaptation of NBC’s series about the making of a Marilyn Monroe musical called Bombshell—backstage egos and Broadway pandemonium included. Previewing 3/11 for a 4/10 opening.

SUNSET BOULEVARD

St. James Theatre, 246 W. 44th St., 888-985-9421; sunsetblvdbroadway.com

(2 hrs., 35 mins.) In Andrew Lloyd Webber’s iconic work, aging film star Norma Desmond turns to a struggling screenwriter to fulfill her comeback hopes, with disastrous consequences.

WICKED

Gershwin Theatre, 222 W. 51st St., 877-250-2929; wickedthemusical.com

(2 hrs., 45 mins.) One of Broadway’s biggest success stories, this fantasy musical, based on the best-selling novel by Gregory Maguire, follows the friendship between two young girls—one smart, misunderstood, and green-hued; the other beautiful, ambitious, and popular. Wicked takes the world of Oz’s fairy tale roots and replants them into an eyepopping production that turns the original story spectacularly upside down.

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(1 hr., 45 mins.) A funny, sexy whodunit centering on Margaret Brent, a wealthy psychiatrist accused of offing her husband, and the handsome detective who’s falling in love with her while investigating the crime. Having debuted in 1987, the show is cited in Guinness World Records for its leading femme fatale, Catherine Russell, dubbing her the “Cal Ripken of Broadway” for playing all but four shows since opening night!

just off times square

THE MUSEUM OF BROADWAY

145 W. 45th St., 212-433-3686; themuseumofbroadway.com

This interactive, experiential museum celebrates the rich history of theatre in New York. Hundreds of rare costumes, props, and artifacts let visitors experience Broadway like never before. Along the way you’ll get the stories of the pivotal shows that transformed the landscape of Broadway. In total, the museum highlights more than 500 individual productions from the 1700s through the present.

OFF-BROADWAY: CELEB ALERT

Calista Flockhart and Christian Slater in Curse of the Starving Class -- thru 3/30. (thenewgroup.org)

Billy Crudup, Levon Hawke, Hamish Linklater, and Lily Rabe in Ghosts -- thru 4/13. (lct.org)

Melissa Gilbert in Still -- thru 3/23. (sheencenter.org)

Judy Gold, Susan Lucci, Cathy Moriarty, and Tonya Pinkins in My First Ex-Husband -2/26 thru 3/23; see website for new cast from 3/26 to 4/20.

(myfirstexhusband.com)

Andrew Barth Feldman, Joanna Gleason, and Jeanine Serralles in We Had A World -- thru 4/13.

(manhattantheatreclub.com)

CUISINE CORNER

NYC is a world-class destination for foodies. It’s also home to NY classics that have earned those Instagram snaps across the decades. You’ve got questions about dining out? We’ve got answers.

h Where can I find unique tastes in Times Square?

Utsav, a woman-owned, bi-level restaurant, has been known for its dynamic cooking for 25 years. You can try three different cuisines here, across Indian, Bengali, and Indo Chinese menus. Expect fresh tastes and diverse flavors, ranging from a signature Bengali prawn curry to a rich Moghlai chicken curry in a cashew-based sauce to an Indo Chinese lamb with chili soya sauce.

NOT JUST A SEQUEL! A BOLD REINVENTION.

The new Planet Hollywood represents more than just an evolution—it’s a full sensory experience where contemporary design meets interactive storytelling, redefining the way we connect over great food and unforgettable moments. Join us as we redefine what it means to dine in the 21st century.

136 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036 between six and seventh

iWhere can I get a meal from a celebrity chef?

Across two stories of a stately Upper East Side townhouse, David Burke Tavern showcases the modern American cuisine of David Burke (Top Chef Masters). You’ll find a creative approach to classic fare, often with showstopping presentations. Signatures include crab cake pretzel rafts, lobster dumplings, braised bison short rib cavatelli, and “Clothesline Bacon.”

gGreat Mexican close to Grand Central?

Sinigual has been a Midtown Manhattan favorite for almost two decades. The focus here is on authentic, farm-fresh Mexican cooking. Start your meal off with made-fromscratch guacamole served tableside, followed by house specialties like flame-grilled fajitas, dry-rubbed ribeye with roasted chimichurri sauce, and filet mignon enchiladas with grilled shrimp.

fA high energy spot in Times Square?

Pink Taco serves rock ‘n’ roll vibe-dining from a prime location. Mexican-inspired fare is daringly imaginative, specializing in tacos with attitude, perfectly shaken margaritas, and signature cocktails. Breakfast and dinner daily, Hangover Brunch on Saturdays and Sundays, weeknight Happy Hour 3-6pm, and $4 taco specials all day long for Taco Tuesdays. Look for signature cocktails like the Ranch Water, made with fresh lime and Herradura Blanco tequila.

hFor a quick stop in the East Village or Times Square?

Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers is one of the world’s fastest growing restaurant chains. They’re known for chicken finger meals, which come with creamy, tangy, peppery “Cane’s Sauce”—picked the #1 most craveable sauce in the restaurant industry. Cane’s uses only the highest-quality ingredients with a cook-to-order system, so it’s always fresh. NYC locations include Astor Place and Times Square.

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Where can I dine among the clouds?

The simply stunning views from One World Observatory in Lower Manhattan are complemented by the seasonally inspired options at ONE Dine. The 101st floor menu serves up charcuterie plates, seafood bouillabaisse, truffle frites, pastas, and a ribeye with a port wine jus. You can raise a toast with small production wines, local draft beers, and craft cocktails that take inspiration from NYC names and nabes.

iWhere can I be transported in Times Square?

Havana Central serves home-cooked Cuban food in a friendly setting in the center of everything. Before a Broadway show, or after a visit to a Times Square attraction, step into this spacious 1950s eatery for a mojito and some roast chicken. Weekdays from 3-7pm enjoy Happy Hour drink specials and 1/2 price empanadas at the bar (the drink specials include house specialty tropical cocktails and are available restaurant-wide).

gA real Italian experience before a Broadway show?

La Masseria serves a first-rate Italian menu that blends traditional and modern. Inspirations come from the region of Puglia (the heel of Italy’s “boot”), resulting in simple, authentic pastas, risottos, and meat and fish dishes. A little ways uptown, spinoff Masseria dei Vini is known for Neapolitan-style pizza crafted with a Ferrara wood-burning oven, in addition to stellar seafood and fresh homemade pastas.

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Where can I get a memorable meal with spectacular views?

The best way to dine along the skyline is aboard City Cruises. For a refined experience, book a Premier Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner Cruise on the all-glass, European-inspired Bateaux New York and enjoy plated dining, live entertainment, signature cocktails, and the city’s most impressive views.

DINING

Peruvian flavors at Jarama and much more at the American Dream mall on the Jersey side.

UPPER EAST SIDE

CENTRAL PARK BOATHOUSE $$$ UES

The Lake, Central Park (E. 72nd St. & Park Dr N.), 718-973-9339; centralparkboathouse.com | AMERICAN Refreshed and reimagined, the Boathouse is a testament to Central Park’s rich history, right off The Lake near Bethesda Fountain. Elegant seasonal dining highlights entrees like braised short rib, Long Island duck breast, and chicken Milanese. The café offers casual dining with a view, ranging from breakfast sandwiches to the namesake burger and iconic lobster roll.

DAVID BURKE TAVERN UES $$$

135 E. 62nd St. (Park-Lexington Aves), davidburketavern.com | AMERICAN

$ Inexpensive/Mostly $20 & under

$$ Mostly $20-$40

$$$ Mostly $50 +

NEW JERSEY

AMERICAN

DREAM NJ

1 American Dream Way, East Rutherford, NJ, 833-263-7326, americandream.com, | GLOBAL Shops. World-class entertainment. Restaurants. The range of activities here is as jaw-dropping as the dining options, which run from bars and food halls to Little Sheep Hot Pot, Marcus Live! Bar & Grille by Marcus Samuelsson, Michelin-star chef Gastón Acurio’s Jarana, and YouTube sensation MrBeast’s only restaurant, MrBeast Burger.

Modern American restaurant by award-winning celebrity chef David Burke. Occupying the first two stories of a stately townhouse on the Upper East Side, the restaurant showcases Burke’s creative and contemporary approach to classic fare—often with show-stopping presentations. Lunch and dinner seven days from noon. Brunch Sat.-Sun. Happy Hour daily 3:30-6:30pm.

THEATER DISTRICT/MIDTOWN WEST

BOND 45 TS $$

221 W. 46th St. (Broadway-8th Ave.), 212-869-4545, bond45ny.com | ITALIAN

One of the great restaurants from The Fireman Hospitality Group, known for its antipasto bar with a rotating selection of market-fresh veggies. Expansive menu includes specialty veal chops, seafood, house-made pasta, and thin-crust pizza. Expansive rustic-chic space inside the stylish Deco confines of the Hotel Edison. Open Sun.-Thurs. 7am-10pm, Fri-Sat. 7am-11pm.

DINING

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Midtown East

Theater District

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Upper East Side

Upper West Side

New Jersey

$ Inexpensive/Mostly $20 & under

$$ Mostly $20-$40

$$$ Mostly $50 +

CHICKEN GUY! TS $

138 W. 42nd St. (Broadway-6th Ave.), 718-878-1337, chickenguy.com | AMERICAN

Hatched from the minds of chef Guy Fieri and renowned restaurateur Robert Earl, Chicken Guy! features one-of-a-kind all-natural chicken tenders infused with fresh herbs and brined in fresh lemon juice, pickle brine, and buttermilk. Sauce pairings run from Donkey Sauce to Bourbon Brown Sugar BBQ to Honey Mustard to Nashville Hot Honey.

HAVANA CENTRAL TS $$

151 W. 46th St. (6th-7th Aves.), 212-398-7440, havanacentral.com | CUBAN

Home of Real Cuban Cooking in the heart of Times Square. Come for the food—but stay for the party! Find “the best mojitos north of Havana” plus Happy Hour at the bar, Monday-Friday 3-7pm. Classic Cuban favorites like empanadas, slow-roasted pork, and ropa vieja

LA MASSERIA TD $$-$$$

235 W. 48th St. (Broadway-8th Ave.), 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, and charm, complementing their exceptional cuisine and wine list.

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MASSERIA DEI VINI TD $$$

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

A first-rate Italian menu blends traditional and modern. Beautiful dishes from Puglia, many of which incorporate seafood and fresh homemade pastas. Gourmet pizza Neapolitan style from a Ferrara woodburning pizza oven. Extensive wine by the glass and a large selection of bottles—especially from Italy.

PINK TACO TS $$

7 Times Sq. (7th Ave. & W. 41st.), 212-315-8226, pinktaco.com/locations/new-york-city | MEXICAN Rock ‘n’ roll vibe-dining right in the heart of Times Square. Mexican-inspired fare is daringly imaginative, specializing in tacos with attitude, perfectly shaken margaritas, and signature cocktails. Breakfast and dinner daily, Hangover Brunch on Sat. and Sun., weeknight Happy Hour 3-6pm, and $4 taco specials all day long for Taco Tuesdays.

PLANET

HOLLYWOOD

TS $$

136 W. 42nd St. (6th-7th Aves.), planethollywoodintl.com | AMERICAN

The brand-new Planet Hollywood in Times Square is a modern take on a food emporium. A huge space includes a new state-of-the-art Planet Hollywood restaurant featuring a multi-media, fully immersive entertainment dining experience—the first of its kind in the U.S. The menu highlights fan favorites from the classic Planet Hollywood menu, enhanced with upscale American fare and fanciful, Instagram-worthy desserts and cocktails.

RAISING CANE’S CHICKEN FINGERS TS $

1501 Broadway (43rd-44th Sts.) 1 Pennsylvania Plaza (7th Ave.) 20 Astor Pl. (Lafayette St.) raisingcanes.com | AMERICAN

One of the fastest growing restaurant chains, with over 800 locations and more on the way, known for its ONE LOVE® Craveable Chicken Finger Meals, which include their iconic “Cane’s Sauce”—named the #1 most craveable sauce in the restaurant industry. Uses only the highest-quality ingredients with a cook-toorder system that ensures a great-tasting chicken finger meal served hot and fresh every time.

USA BROOKLYN DELICATESSEN MW $

211 W. 43rd St. (7th-8th Aves.), 212-840-5800; 200 W. 57th St. (7th Ave., btw. 56th-57th Sts.), 212-757-5757, brooklyndelicatessen.com

AMERICAN COMFORT FOOD

Turns back the culinary clock to a slower time, when our tastes were simple, with the kind of real food you crave. Hot sandwiches and comfort food with a laidback ambiance.EGGFACE sandwiches featured at breakfast; for lunch and dinner enjoy offerings from hot pastrami and corned beef to soup and salads.

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UTSAV INDIAN CUISINE TS $$

1185 6th Ave. (46th St., btw. 6th-7th Aves.), 212-575-2525, utsavny.com | INDIAN

Woman owned and run, serving dynamic cuisine to NYC for 24 years. Located in an open air plaza; bar on the first floor and a newly renovated spacious dining room on the second floor. Recently introduced Indo Chinese and Bengali menus join Indian menu to bring new flavors to the area for the first time. Come visit this hidden gem where you can savor different flavors from various parts of India. Lunch special $24.95. Happy Hour 5-8pm daily. Lunch noon-3pm, dinner 5-10:30pm daily. UTSAV CELEBRATES 25 YEARS IN 2025!

MIDTOWN EAST

PARK AVE KITCHEN BY DAVID BURKE ME $$$

514 Lexington Ave. (48th St.), 646-847-4166; parkavekitchenbydb.com | AMERICAN

Bringing together delicious, authentic American fare with top-notch service in a fun atmosphere. David Burke is one of the best known and most respected chefs in Modern American cuisine with his signature whimsical, boundlessly creative approach. Formal dine-in Brasserie on one side of restaurant and a tostay area with a take-out option concept on the other. Daily lunch/dinner. Bar open daily 11am-midnight.

SINIGUAL

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640 3rd Ave. (41st St.), 212-286-0250; sinigualrestaurants.com | MEXICAN

A Midtown Manhattan favorite since 2008, specializing in authentic cooking and handcrafted Margaritas. Celebrates the vibrant flavors of Mexico through traditional cooking techniques and farm-fresh ingredients, creating dishes that are sinigual (“unrivalled.”) Made-from-scratch guacamole served tableside, followed by chef’s specials like filet mignon enchiladas with grilled shrimp, salmon in jalapeño-lemon butter, and carne asada with chimichurri salsa.

MADE IN NYC

Across NYC’s 400 year history, many a culinary innovation has arisen here. Eggs Benedict, the hot dog, Baked Alaska, the Bloody Mary, General Tso’s chicken, the egg cream, and pasta primavera are just a few of the city’s contributions—all of which you can sample here today!

400 YEARS OF NYC

Opened in 1762 by Samuel Fraunces, Fraunces Tavern in Lower Manhattan served as a meeting place for revolutionary leaders, including George Washington. You can still lift a pint here, with bites and drinks available across multiple spaces. The building is also home to Fraunces Tavern Museum, pictured top right. A visit here feels like time travel, with exhibitions showing off the building’s long and important history, including serving as the site of General George Washington’s famous farewell to his officers at the end of the Revolutionary War.

Pete’s Tavern to the right is NYC’s oldest original bar and restaurant, located in historic Gramercy Park. The rosewood bar, tin ceiling, and tile floors are all original, in place since 1864. Pete’s most famous “regular” was the author O. Henry. He penned his masterpiece, “Gift of the Magi,” right here in Booth 3!

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AF TER HOURS GOTHAM

Welcome to the world capital of nightlife: the city that never sleeps. Intimate jazz spots share blocks with DJ-driven nightclubs all around the city.

Neighborhoody pints are poured all across midtown. For a more raucous scene, check out the East Village and Lower East Side. Rooftops offer city vistas, many with climate controlled interiors for brisk March nights. In Times Square you can go back in time to NYC’s Prohibition Era. The Lou Zar Speakeasy, inside Carmine’s Italian Restaurant, is the scene of Speakeasy, Die Softly, the most elaborate comedic immersive performance by The Murder Mystery Company. Enjoy a threecourse, family-style Italian feast while solving the murder.

Nearby Havana Central serves

Above: the stellar cast of Speakeasy, Die Softly. Right: world-class performances at Dizzy’s Club at Jazz at Lincoln Center.

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home-cooked Cuban food in a lively setting. Fuel up with their festive Happy Hour, which includes half-price empanadas and classic mojitos and margaritas. Don’t miss live Latin beats, with bands performing on Thursdays and Fridays from 7-10pm and Sundays 5-8pm.

The newest attraction in Times Square is the return of an icon. Planet Hollywood New York redefines Hollywood glamour amid 360-degree state-of-the-art high-def screens.

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lively scene meets authentic Cuban cooking at Havana Central in Times Square.

A glowing staircase—a sculptural tribute to Art Deco elegance—greets guests as they enter. The second floor dining room is a luxurious, almost otherworldly setting, with a canopy of glowing stars overhead and an immersion in Hollywood through video, sound, and interactive elements.

Serra by Birreria at Eataly Flatiron has transformed for the season with a winter pop up. Showcasing food and drink from the Italian alps, you’ll find bites like fondue, a polenta bar, black truffle gnocchi, inside a decked-out ski lodge space dubbed Alpina.

For world-class musical experiences, head to Jazz at Lincoln Center’s intimate Dizzy’s Club. There are shows nightly, in a space expressly designed for superior live jazz experiences—you’ll hear the difference at every show. Night owls can catch Late Night Sessions every Thursday through Saturday starting at 11pm.

For an eclectic mix of talent, city legend Gotham Comedy Club brings in the hottest comics nightly. Legends like Jerry Seinfeld and Dave Chappelle have dropped in on this upscale, intimate setting in Chelsea. There are touring pros and ensemble nights like The Gotham All-Stars.

NIGHTLIFE

Lower East Side

Continued from page 24—Culture Credits

1. Norman Teague (American, born 1968). Left: Dizzie. 2024. Digital image file. 40 × 30” (101.6 × 76.2 cm). Courtesy of Norman Teague Design Studios. Center: MoColor. 2024. Digital image. Courtesy Norman Teague Design Studios. Booming Riffs. 2024. Digital image. 40 × 30” (101.6 × 76.2 cm).Courtesy of Norman Teague Design Studios.

2. Peter of Eboli (fl. 1196-1220), Baths of Pozzuoli. Southern Italy, ca. 1400. Morgan Library & Museum, MS G.74, fols. 20v-21r. Gift of the Trustees of the William S. Glazier Collection, 1984.

3. Jean Paul Gaultier, silk slip dress with trompe l’oeil Hellenic statue print, spring 1999. Museum purchase. Photo by Eileen Costa/The Museum at FIT.

4. All Basquiat works © Estate of Jean-Michel Basquiat. Licensed by Artestar, New York. Photo: Brian Ferry, courtesy of Luna Luna LLC.

5. Firelei Báez, Untitled (Tabula Anemographica seu Pyxis Navtic), 2021, Acrylic and oil on archival printed canvas. Overall: 89 7/8 × 111 7/8 × 1 1/2in. (228.3 × 284.2 × 3.8 cm). Purchase, with funds from Chrissy Taylor and Lee Broughton.

DIZZY’S CLUB

AT JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER MW

10 Columbus Cir. (59th-60th Sts.), 212-258-9800, jazz.org

In the heart of Columbus Circle, Jazz at Lincoln Center’s most intimate venue Dizzy’s Club invites you to experience world-class music in a casual setting with breathtaking views of Central Park and a curated menu featuring craft and spirit-free cocktails. Nightly sets begin at 7 and 9pm; Sun. sets 5 and 7:30pm; and Late Night Sessions 11pm Thurs.-Sat.

GOTHAM COMEDY CLUB CH

208 W. 23rd St. (7th-8th Aves.), 212-367-9000, gothamcomedyclub.com

Whether it’s date night, an evening with the boys, a girls night out, or even a good place to take your mother-in-law, Gotham has a show for you. Great laughs from top-tier professionals are joined by delicious pub food, a huge liquor selection--including 30 kinds of vodka--and an actual wine list. Legends like Jerry Seinfeld are known to drop in on this upscale yet intimate setting. Covers vary depending on show with a 2-beverage minimum.

SPEAKEASY, DIE SOFTLY TS

200 W. 44th St. (7th-8th Aves.), 888-659-2952, newyorkdinnertheater.com

Welcome to the Lou Zar Speakeasy, where both the drinks and the clues are flowing. Speakeasy, Die Softly is the most elaborate comedic immersive murder mystery ever performed by The Murder Mystery Company. The year is 1927, a time of flappers, mobsters, and bootlegging. Listen to some live music, play some casino games, and help flip the speakeasy into a “legitimate Italian restaurant” before the police raid the joint. Enjoy a three-course, family-style Italian feast while solving the murder at Times Square’s iconic Carmine’s Italian Restaurant.

For more nightlife info, including the best jazz spots and can’t-miss cocktails, check out cityguideny. com/nightlife on your desktop, tablet, or phone.

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FUN FACTS

• A New York City taxi makes almost 1,400 trips a month. • If you laid out NYC’s subway tracks end to end you’d reach Chicago. • NYC Transit buses give 480 million rides every year. • The subway fleet travels 365 million miles a year. • No surprise here: the Times Square-42nd Street subway station is the city’s busiest. It’s the gateway to 55 million rides a year. • Need an alibi? MetroCard swipes are tracked and have been used in criminal defenses. • Every wonder why city buses don’t take paper money ? NYC Transit uses giant vacuums to empty fareboxes, which would turn that cash into confetti. • By law, there are exactly 13,587 taxis in NYC. We wish you good luck catching even one when it rains.