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Runway Report: Fall 2014 24 Luxury and drama ahead for winter’s big looks. Marchesa’s Georgina Chapman 28 The designer dresses the stars—Naomi Watts and Katie Holmes among them—for the red carpet, and now there are handbags, giftware, bridal and a daytime line. Jewelry: Simply Splendid Stacks One is good, but several are much better.
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Editor’s Picks Autumn’s Amazing Colors 14 Blue, green, purple, and beige are all part of this season’s alluring beauty palette. The Shopping News 16 Berluti and Editions De Perfume Frédéric Malle: From Paris to New York, with style. Neighborhoods 18 Spring Street: In Soho, a great mix of super hip stores and historical artifacts. At Home in New York 20 These eye-catching dishes will garner you serious dinner-party clout. 24
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Tucked away in the midst of the bustling West Village is a sleek, intimate and unexpected oasis for…your nose. As if you didn’t have enough reasons to go strolling in this historic neighborhood, French perfume mastermind Frédéric Malle now gives you one more reason to start sniffing around downtown. What’s unique about this, Malle’s second Editions de Parfums shop in Manhattan, is that it’s, well, completely unique. In much the same way that Malle gives attention and credit to his perfumers, Malle has decided to give his architects carte blanche when it comes to designing his latest shops. He only has three signature requirements—that each shop include portraits of the perfumers whose work is on display, a refrigerated cabinet for storing fragrances and a “smelling chamber” for testing them. The new space, designed by Steven Holl, incorporates a series of semicircles, from mod front window to cabinets to the cozy, private back garden. Dark walnut shelving stands out against an intriguing silver, textured aluminum foam, which covers the walls and ceiling. (The material was created in Canada, and this is its first use in the U.S.) One final point, if you’re new to the city—don’t glance at a map in haste, when headed here, lest you inadvertently wind up waaaay west on Greenwich Street (a north-south corridor near the Hudson, stretching from the Meatpacking District down to Battery Park) rather than Greenwich Avenue (a shorter, quaint stretch that sits diagonally between Sixth and Eighth Avenues.) Newcomers (and locals, even) mix ‘em up all the time. 94 Greenwich Avenue (W. 12th/Jane Streets); 646-666-0330; fredericmalle.com
To get a sense of the breathtaking artistry that goes into a Berluti shoe, one simply has to time travel back to 1895, when Italian founder Alessandro Berluti made his very first shoe. Well, the first shoe that bore his name, that is. The 30-year-old Italian artisan—who started out carving horse-drawn carriages from wood in Senigallia, a tiny Italian port town on the Adriatic—had made his way to Paris, where he’d honed his carving skills on something a little smaller…wooden lasts for elegant shoes. That year he created an unusual lace-up for men, with a single piece of leather and no visible stitching. Picture the force and bull nose of a locomotive, but the supple sheen of polished mahogany. He called it the Alessandro. That shoe put this refined men’s brand on the map. Today it’s not only known for extraordinary shoes (designed for everyone from the Duke of Windsor to Dean Martin) but also luxe leather goods, smart readyto-wear (introduced in 2012) and bespoke clothing, all of which you’ll find at Berluti’s new Manhattan maison. Here, old world charm meets contemporary edge, in a space reminiscent of a sumptuous private club, with historic gold gilt framed portraits, French Art Nouveau porcelain, modern graphic artwork and big comfy pop-yellow club chairs. A pair of brass binoculars peer down on a serene pair of loafers, and you’ll no doubt want to do the same—the variety of burnished shades is remarkable. And don’t forget the Patina Bar and Tattoo Service, which offers a selection of tats to be inked onto a pair of lace-ups. Classic, and very, very cool. 677 Madison Avenue (61st/62nd Streets); 212-439-6400; berluti.com
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From the classic Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman to a ‘60s Massimo Vignelli calendar, the MoMA Design Store is the place to shop for the person who has everything. This fall new pieces include Damien Hirst’s brilliantly hued Spin plate ($48), and the incredibly versatile Bao Bao tote ($425) by legendary designer Issey Miyake. And, be sure to pop downstairs to peruse the extensive bookstore and in-house Muji boutique. t For nearly two decades, Theory has been about clean silhouettes, smart suiting (that you actually want to wear), and crisp tailoring. The fall collection hits all the brand’s signature marks and then some. Pop into their sleek SoHo outpost and be sure to scoop up their flouncy, flannel plaid skirt ($575). It’s straight off the runway and ideal for seamless, transitional dressing.
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Serve it up in style this fall with a variety of eye-catching dishes that will garner you some serious dinner party clout. With classic patterns, subtle details, and bold and bright edges, these plates function as both conversation and serving pieces for elegant entertaining. Bon appétit! By Melanie Baker
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1 GOLD LEAF This Cathy Waterman design offers an element of surprise when your dinner guests join the Clean Plate Club! The gold-rimmed China is accented with a bright yellow color pop – one of Waterman’s favorites – and centrally showcases a delicate golden wreath. Made in France. $220. Barneys New York, 660 Madison Avenue (61st Street); 212-826-8900; barneys.com
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MacKenzie-Childs’ Courtly Check Fluted Dinner Plate showcases the brand’s most recognizable classic pattern surrounded by a delicate goldluster edge. Handcrafted at the MacKenzie-Childs compound in Aurora, New York. $112. MacKenzie-Childs, 20 W. 57th Street (Fifth/Sixth Avenues); 212-570-6050; mackenzie-childs.com
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Pile the cake high on this charming, yet dynamic Nathalie Dessert Plate by Astier de Villatte. The lace-inspired pattern catches the eye, while the delicate white glaze helps draw attention to the treats you serve. Handmade in Paris. $65. ABC Carpet & Home, 888 N. Broadway; (19th Street); 212-473-3000; abchome.com
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With a striking écume – sea foam in French – platinum edge, luxury porcelain manufacturer Bernardaud presents a plate rich in texture. Using innovative, top-notch glazing methods and hollow engraving to achieve the écume style, Bernardaud’s plate is a striking addition to your elegant table. $201. Bernardaud, 499 Park Avenue (59th Street), 212-371-4300; bernardaud.fr
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This Ugo Zaccagnini art pottery dish touches on Chinese antique design elements with a strong, yet delicate cherry blossom as the center point against a bold aquamarine background. $550. Anthology at Center44.com
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Jars Provence Stoneware Dinnerware in the Plume Ocean Blue pattern by Jars Ceramistes has a uniquely scalloped edge and is handmade in southern France. Jars has been combining traditional craftsmanship with state-of-the-art technology in Provence since 1857. Their mission remains “to make daily objects works of art, and to make the useful beautiful.” This durable stoneware is dishwasher and microwave safe for the perfect modern blend of contemporary beauty and convenience. $55 . Michael C. Fina, 500 Park Ave. (59th Street); 212-557-2500; michaelcfina.com
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Q: How long have the two of you been working together? How did you meet?
Q: What is one sale or listing that stands out in each of your careers?
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J: An expansive residence at the white glove boutique building 936 Fifth Avenue where the owner had combined two apartments to create a dream home with the most gorgeous views of Central Park.
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DANCE They’re coming from around the world and around the neighborhood, dancing everything from classical ballet to hip-hop and hoping to snag both sophisticated dancegoers and skeptical know-nothings. The Fall for Dance festival returns to City Center October 8 with a smorgasbord of 24 diverse presentations, including the modern companies of Alvin Ailey, Trisha Brown, and Mark Morris; the cutting-edge ensembles of Rennie Harris, Brian Brooks, and Wayne McGregor; ballet troupes from Dresden, San Francisco, and Australia; and the phenomenal jooker Lil Buck, above. Tickets are a rock-bottom $15, but real cheapskates can try for the free outdoor previews September 12 and 13 at Central Park’s Delacorte Theater. Fall for Dance Festival, September 12 and 13 at the Delacorte Theater; October 8-19 at City Center. nycitycenter.org
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Video pervades our lives, but when Nam June Paik first brought it into the art world, in the early 1960s, he was considered as far out as far out could be. The culture finally caught up with him, and now he’s revered as the father of video art – his inventive, sometimes funny constructions of video monitors and television sets are in museums on three continents. The Asia Society has assembled a collection of these works that’s sure to awe and amuse visitors. Nam June Paik: Becoming Robot, September 5 through January 4 at the Asia Society Museum. asiasociety.org
She’s been an icon and a punch line, sometimes simultaneously. But the one thing Cher has never been is ignored. Yes, some will show up only to ogle the surreal outfits (not for nothing is it called the Dressed 2Kill tour) or the over-the-top stage shenanigans. But they’ll also be treated to one of the most supple, distinctive voices in pop and hit songs from six decades of musicmaking. Joining the Grammy-winning, Oscar-winning, Emmy-winning star for her two-night gig at Madison Square Garden are Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo. Cher D2K Tour, September 19 and 20 at Madison Square Garden. thegarden.com
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In a show that brings together art, biography, and social history, the Jewish Museum pays tribute to Helena Rubinstein, the pioneering beauty tycoon who was also an influential art collector, a feminist role model, and a fashion icon. The exhibition includes designer clothing and jewelry, photographs, miniature period rooms, and items from her collection of African, Oceanic, and modern art – think Picasso and Matisse. Helena Rubinstein: Beauty Is Power, October 31 through March 22 at the Jewish Museum. thejewishmuseum.org
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The Philharmonic goes to the movies this September to honor the 100th anniversary of Charlie Chaplin’s Little Tramp films. Timothy Brock conducts the full score of Modern Times as the film unspools on a big screen. For all his cinematic genius, Chaplin was also a composer, and this program is part of the Philharmonic’s weeklong “Art of the Score” series, which also includes music from La Dolce Vita. Charlie Chaplin’s Modern Times: The Tramp at 100. New York Philharmonic, September 19-20, Avery Fisher Hall at Lincoln Center. nyphil.org
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Serious playgoers know that a new stage work from Pulitzer Prize winner Donald Margulies will remind them why they love the theater. Put Blythe Danner in the lead role and bliss is practically guaranteed. But there’s yet a third reason for the eager anticipation surrounding The Country House: Danner, once more famous for her acting than for being Gwyneth Paltrow’s mother, plays the matriarch of a theatrical family summering – as hers once did – at a country house near the renowned Williamstown Theater Festival. Frequent Margulies collaborator Daniel Sullivan directs for the Manhattan Theatre Club. The Country House starts previews September 9 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (opens October 2). manhattantheatreclub.com
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Wintertime garments are generally interesting and exciting in ways that spring and summer ensembles are not: The use of rich textiles, lavish metallics, sumptuous cashmeres, fabulous furs, and opulent trims all combine to render cold-weather silhouettes eye-catching and show-stopping. This season is no different — in fact, it’s going to be an autumn and winter of heady, luxurious looks.
Medieval-inspired garments — redolent with antique-looking fabrics, tapestries, embroideries, metallics, and super luxe trims — were everywhere on the runways: Alexander McQueen, Dolce
& Gabbana, Hermès, Valentino, Etro, and Burberry Prorsum all showcased pieces with metallic elements. Silver was a popular tone, whether very glitzy or tailored in wools (and even the cashmeres were on steroids this season, with, not single-faced cashmere, but double-faced goods), at Chanel, Balenciaga, Lanvin, and Proenza Schouler. There was plenty of fur, too, to be seen not just at houses like J. Mendel and Fendi (both known for furs, whether coats/shawls/jackets, and so on or just as trim), but also at Marni, Givenchy, Altuzarra, Chloé, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Jason Wu, Thakoon, and Versace.
The menswear look also populated the catwalk, rendered with exquisite tailoring (Hermès, MaxMara,
Haider Ackermann); in many instances, it was worked in steely charcoals and muted grays, a staccato counterpoint to the march of vibrant luxury. Trousers, A-lines (think ‘60s), and mid-calf skirts also took center stage. And, of course, oversized and super-cozy sweaters (what would winter be without cuddly sweaters?) were on view at Michael Kors, Reed Krakoff, Céline, Marc Jacobs, Stella McCartney, Derek Lam, and Calvin Klein. All in all, it is going to be a season of sensational fashion, highly wearable wardrobes, and cozy-looking must-haves: Brrrr...time to think about the chill!
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Talking with
Marchesa’s Georgina Chapman The designer and her business partner, Keren Craig, dress the stars for the red carpet: Naomi Watts, Katie Holmes, Kylie Minogue, and Heidi Klum are among the many. Now there is a heady fragrance, lavish handbags, tabletop and giftware, bridal, an offshoot line, Marchesa Notte, and the newest line, Voyage, for everyday wear. Very busy.
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uisa, Marchesa Casati Stampa di Soncino (18811957) was an Italian grandee, gadfly-dandy, and jet-setter, before that word even made it into the Oxford English Dictionary. If Madonna or Lady Gaga thought they were shocking their public with their oftoutrageous, theatrical get-ups, they need only to have looked back to the Marchesa for inspiration...she, who, long before the Internet turned nobodies into somebodies, was admired and held in thrall by le tout Europe for her outrageous, dramatic, eccentric, and fabulous garb. It was she who apocryphally claimed that she wanted to be a living work of art. And she was—and was, also, in turn, years later, the inspiration for the likes of Dior’s spring/summer 1998 and autumn/winter 2007-08 collections, as well as for designer Alexander McQueen’s romantic spring/summer 2007 collection. But it is the crowning jewel of the marchesa’s legacy that partners Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig—the names behind the Marchesa brand—christened their business in her honor. And, indeed, the marchesa might have eagerly donned their sumptuous confections and might have continued to be the toast of the continent, as she sashayed into elegant soirées, sporting Marchesa’s luxe looks. It is no wonder that Marchesa enrobes bold-faced names for their star turns on the red carpet; in the last few months Marchesa dressed Naomi Watts (Cannes Film Festival), Katie Holmes, Karolina Kurkova, and Kylie Minogue (Metropolitan Museum Costume Institute Gala), and Heidi Klum (Golden Globes), among the many. Chapman, a graduate of the prestigious Chelsea College of Arts, went on to study costume design at the equally renowned Wimbledon College of Arts, both part of the University of the
By Ruth J. Katz Arts London. Chapman, 38, had a vibrant flair for creating her own ensembles, and although she also worked quite successfully as an actress and model, her passion was design; at an industry event, when she was sporting one of her own creations, she was noticed by the iconic and legendary Isabella Blow, who encouraged her to go out on her own. In 2004, she joined forces with undergrad pal Craig to form the company. In these brief 10 years, the duo have expanded the brand with a heady fragrance (d’Extase), lavish handbags, a collaboration with Lenox for tabletop and giftware, a bridal line that equals the richness and opulence of the ready-to-wear and couture evening frocks, an offshoot line, Marchesa Notte, and most notably, a more moderate-priced line, Voyage, for everyday wear. In 2006, Marchesa was named as one of the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund’s top 10 finalists, and in 2007 the label won the British Fashion Awards for Red Carpet Designer of the Year. In 2008, Chapman was tapped to be the first guest designer for the esteemed jeweler, Garrard. Other collaborations are in the works. Today, Marchesa is sold in over 200 high-status retailers, like Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Bergdorf-Goodman in Gotham, in the UK in Harrods and Harvey Nichols, and in farflung metropolises in over 30 countries, in Europe, the Soviet Union, China, the United Arab Emirates, and beyond. Indeed, the original marchesa would be proud to know she inspired so much! Chapman is married to media mogul Harvey Weinstein, the co-chair of The Weinstein Company. They have two children and reside bi-coastally. Recently Promenade sat down with Chapman to discuss her life and her design collaborations.
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Q. How do you plot a season’s line? GC: The creative process is very different for each collection. Keren is much more methodical and organized in her work, and I tend to figure things out as I go along, draping and sketching as inspiration strikes me. Once we settle on a specific inspiration, we begin building our mood boards. They are enormous and filled with images, fabric swatches, and anything we find that helps bring our inspiration to life. Q. Do you have a personal style or wardrobe accent or item that people know you for? GC: I definitely have a tendency to collect vintage clothing—tea dresses and caftans in particular. Q. What are we always going to find in your wardrobe or closet? GC: Shoes!
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Q. How often do you wear your own designs? GC: I wear Marchesa Voyage almost every day and I am very lucky to have countless gowns and cocktail dresses for evening events! Q. Tell us about the genesis of the Voyage line and what you love about it. GC: With Marchesa Voyage, we are able to create a contemporary collection that is suited for daywear, but still captures the spirit of Marchesa. I think people still want pieces in their wardrobe
for the day that feel special and unique and we have been able to focus on that while designing Voyage. Q. How much fun was it to design a fragrance? Was it harder to create the scent itself or that stunning bottle? GC: Creating the fragrance was such a memorable experience for Keren and me! Our vision, when creating any piece, is to develop the perfect balance of sophistication and femininity. With that, it was important that the Marchesa fragrance maintain this same idea. The scent incorporates sensual, feminine notes like iris, jasmine, and musk. We designed an elegant bottle that evokes the look and feel of raw quartz crystal, an iconic symbol of captured energy; and the bottle is wrapped with a silver embellished cord. Q. Tell us about your line for Lenox and how you apply your design talents to it. GC: Marchesa is all about romance, drama, and femininity. We like to bring a sense of this to our Lenox collection by way of mixing bold colors with interesting textures with original handpainted motifs and embroideries. China, glasses, and flatware are completely different media from dresses and handbags. It’s been a really fun challenge to figure out how to bring our signature aesthetic to life in this way. We work closely with the team at Lenox to realize our visions and are always so pleased with the level of detail we are able to achieve. Q. When did you start the handbag line? Do you design certain bags to go with particular gowns?
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[ Opposite page, clockwise from upper left: Two looks from the Marchesa Voyage line, Fall/Winter 2014-15; the new d’Extase fragrance; two stunning evening bags from the collection This page, clockwise from upper right: Two looks from the Marchesa line, Fall/Winter 2014-15; a head-turning evening gown from the Fall/Winter 2012 collection ]
GC: Our handbag line debuted in spring, 2010. It can go both ways; we certainly think about handbag designs that will work well with our dresses and complete a look. At the same time we are thinking about the handbag collection as a whole and we incorporate elements into the designs that mirror the mood of each season’s inspiration. We like to incorporate the same details and bespoke feeling that our dresses do. A lot of our handbags come in exotic skin, leather, and suede with embroideries and beading. Q. Although you are clearly busy 24/7, do you have time for outside activities, pursuing personal passions, charities? GC: Right now I am working with Magic Bus, Asia’s largest mentoring organization. They work with children, ages 7 through 18, and help them build life skills, get a better education, and to teach them about gender equality and health issues. The programs have been running since 1999 and today they run programs across India. I am also very involved in the UNHCR [United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees] and this past spring I spent time with Syrian refugees in Jordan. I took the trip with renowned author, Neil Gaiman, and together we visited the refugee camps and witnessed firsthand the impact that this conflict has had on its people. Through our trip we were able to discover ways to raise awareness and funds to help impact significant change. [donate.unhcr.org/neilandgeorgina] Q. On a more personal note, do you have a favorite, secret grooming/ beauty product you cannot live without? GC: I like to visit [Manhattan dermatologist] Patricia Wexler every few months for a facial; it helps keep my skin looking and feeling fresh. I use her exfoliating glyco-peel pads, which are amazing and I could not live without her
daily moisturizer with SPF. I use it twice a day! Q. While we are on the topic of beauty, tell us about the compacts you designed for Revlon; how did that come about? GC: We work with [makeup artist] Gucci Westman for all of our runway shows and it has been so exciting to develop beauty tools with Revlon that feature signature Marchesa elements. We had a line of lace-detailed tools this past year and I can’t wait to unveil the new designs in the coming months. Q. Speaking of glam-related projects, tell us about your affiliation with Toni & Guy. GC: Toni & Guy is also very involved with our runway shows. Mark Hampton [the salon’s global ambassador] helps create the hairstyles each season. We also created a design—a beautiful floral motif--that will be featured on limited-edition products this fall. Q. What is always in your pocketbook or tote? In your fridge? GC: My iPhone, and my children’s toys! And in the fridge, green juice. I have one every morning. And cheese and wine! Q. What is the first thing you do in the morning? GC: I like to have coffee in the morning and spend time with my children. ■ Marchesa marchesa.com
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The Seaman Schepps’ “Mousetrap” bracelet in 22-kt. yellow gold, with either emeralds or emeralds
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and diamonds together. From $48,000. Seaman Schepps, 485 Park Avenue (58th Street); 212-753-9520; seamanschepps.com
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Wempe is available in 18-kt. yellow, pink, or white gold, plain or set with cinnamon or white diamonds and in ruthenium-plated white gold set with black diamonds. From $725. Wempe, 700 Fifth Avenue (55th Street); 212-397-9000, 800-513-1131; wempe.com
3 Alexis Bittar’s liquid, stacked, hinged bracelets from the “Lucite” collection. Left, Lucite constructed with ruthenium; right, Lucite fabricated with 10-kt gold-plating. Each, $245. Alexis Bittar, 465 Broome Street (Greene/ Mercer Streets); 212-625-8340; 410 Columbus Avenue (79th/80th Streets); 646-590-4142; alexisbittar.com 4 The seductive “Ice Cube” collection from Chopard features delicate rings in 18-kt. rose, yellow, or white gold, set
with or without diamonds. $685-$3,930. Chopard, 709 Madison Avenue (63rd Street); 212-223-2304; chopard.com
5 Sometimes, one ring can look like many, as in the 18-kt. pink gold “Allegra” ring, awash with diamonds, from de Grisogono. Price upon request. de Grisogono, 824 Madison Avenue (68th/69th Streets); 212-439-4220; degrisogono.com
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Architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe had it wrong when he commented, “Less is more.” Just ask Coco Chanel: More is more and the more there is, the more satisfying and spectacular! She who plied her neck and décolletage with so many baubles, it’s no wonder she didn’t get gold-plated whiplash. Watch a Bollywood movie wedding: sunglasses might be necessary to countervail the blinding (yet gorgeous) bridal bling. And just look at Blanche Knopf (opposite page), who, even dressed in casual attire, gussied up her arm with a stack of head-turning bracelets. When one is good, aren’t many better? Stacking and layering bijoux make for a magnificent statement. So next time you are buying a piece of jewelry, just say: “I’ll take two...or a few.” By Ruth J. Katz
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of Aaron Basha’s most popular
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bracelets, with a good luck charm. It is available in white, rose, or yellow 18-kt. gold and colored silk. From $650. Aaron Basha, 685 Madison Avenue (61st/62nd Streets); 212-644-1970; aaronbasha.com
8 The “Petra Contour Thin Stacking Bangle” by Kara Ross is fabricated in 18-kt. gold, set with diamonds.
$2,500. Kara Ross, 655 Madison Avenue (60th Street); 212-755-8100; kararossny.com
9 From Yael Sonia, playful rings set with diamonds, sapphires, emeralds, or rubies in white or yellow 18-kt. gold. From $1,850. Yael Sonia, by appointment only; 270 Lafayette (Prince/ Houston Streets), Suite 810; 212-472-6488; yaelsonia.com
10 The “Copernicus” ring from H. Stern masquerades as several rings when, in fact, it’s a single 18-kt. yellow-gold beauty, set with diamonds. $2,300. H. Stern, 645 Fifth Avenue (51st Street); 212.655.3910, 800-747-8376; hstern.com 11 Reinstein Ross’ “Isabella” and “Pia” necklaces in 20-kt. peach
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sapphires, or emeralds, accented with diamond rondelles, set in 18-kt. white gold. From $31,800. Cellini, Hotel Waldorf-Astoria, East Lobby, 301 Park Avenue (49th/50th Streets); 212-751-9824; 509 Madison Avenue (52nd/53rd Streets); 212-888-0505; cellinijewelers.com
12 South Sea pearl bracelets from Cellini, with oval-shaped rubies,
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rings, in 18-kt. gold, enamel, naturalcolored diamonds. $440-$2,000. Maurice Badler Fine Jewelry, 578 Fifth Avenue (47th Street); 800-622-3537; badler.com, hidalgojewelry.com
14 Rough-cut diamonds sparkle in Nikki Baker’s stackable 14-kt. rose-gold rings. Single stone, $540; complete band, $3,325. SoHo Gem,
7 West Broadway (Spring/Broome Streets); 212-625-3004; sohogem.com, nikkibaker.com
15 From Marina B, the “Yves” necklace in 18-kt. yellow gold with blue topaz, pink tourmalines, black jade, and diamonds. $23,000. Marina B, 30 East 57th Street (Madison/ Park Avenues); 212-644-1155; marinab.com
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Reinstein/Ross’ Andrew Schloss At the just-opened store on Gansevoort Street, the traditions of onsite ancient goldsmithing continue adjacent to a new modern gallery showcasing the work of jewelry artists inspired by the fashion world. By Heather Rabkin Photos by Ari Mintz
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walk past the corner of Gansevoort and Hudson Streets in the Meatpacking District may have you pausing for a double take. Between the cobblestones and a goldsmith working away in a shop window, it’s hard to believe this is 21st century New York City, and not a flashback to a bygone era. This is exactly how Reinstein/ Ross co-owner Andrew Schloss prefers it. It was part of the reason he chose to open a location in the bustling neighborhood– next to the famed High Line park– that simultaneously embraces the fashion and art worlds. As Schloss says, “It’s perfect for us.” For nearly 30 years Reinstein/Ross has been designing and hand-fabricating their coveted bijoux entirely within Manhattan. From the beginning, when the company was founded, it utilized principles of goldsmith techniques perfected by ancient Greeks and Etruscans, and
they continue to carry those principles forward. In 1985, Reinstein/Ross’ first boutique opened in SoHo. Over the years they expanded to an Upper East Side location on Madison Avenue, and now they’ve opened their newest downtown outpost on Gansevoort Street, replacing their SoHo shop. The company has been prized for their work with precious stones and high carat gold, all while employing artisans to make each piece in-house. Reinstein/Ross’ new digs promise to continue the tradition, and also introduce new ones. Early September will mark the opening of R|R Gallery, an exhibition space adjacent to the new boutique that will explore the connection between jewelry and other art-related fields. We caught up with Andrew Schloss to talk about Reinstein/Ross’ exciting future, and why some of the best things in life are gold and shiny.
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Q. What inspired Reinstein/Ross to open on Gansevoort Street? AS: We began downtown in SoHo, when it was a nexus of art world activity. Since then SoHo has changed dramatically, and we felt we were not as good a match for the current atmosphere. Now, we love our new location. It gives us one foot in the art and fashion world of the Meatpacking District and Chelsea, and one foot in the West Village. We are excited to spread our wings here. Q. The debut exhibit at R|R Gallery in September coincides with New York Fashion Week. Why did you decide to add an exhibition component to your new location? AS: New York City is such a strong center for design, art, and fashion, but it has astonishingly few venues to show art jewelry, which has an incredible history. We believe the gallery will be a perfect complement to what we do at Reinstein/Ross. It will feature progressive work in studio art jewelry, and bring exposure to emerging and established international artists. Q. What can we expect from R|R Gallery’s first show? AS: We will be working with noted curators Bella Neyman and Ruta Reifen to create an exhibit highlighting the deep connection between jewelry and fashion. We are working closely with a number of important jewelry artists who look to the fashion world for inspiration. Q. The in-store workshop has long been a key component of the Reinstein/Ross brand. Will the new location continue to offer those services? AS: Our team of very talented goldsmiths has
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grown, and most everyone will have a chance to work in both our locations. Most of our goldsmiths have been with us for many years. It is interesting for us and our customers to see it all take place, right in the middle of the shopping experience. We are proud to be working at this master level in New York City. . .in Manhattan! Q. Will the company’s famed high-carat gold continue to play an integral part in designs this season? AS: Our fabrication methodology is firmly rooted in classical goldsmithing, and we continue to begin with 24kt gold and create our own alloys in five beautiful colors. Our designs are contemporary, but each piece is always hand-fabricated using ancient techniques.
Q. What are some current bestsellers? AS: Wedding bands are always very popular. Right now pieces featuring cognac diamonds or other exotic diamonds have been in demand. Bangles that feature multi-colored sapphires, and our light, hand-woven chains continue to be favorites as well. Q. In addition to your in-house designs, Reinstein/Ross has long been known as a go-to resource for custom styles. What type of customization work do clients come in for? AS: Many of our customers have heirloom pieces that are meaningful, but are of a style they would never wear. It is rewarding to work with a client who has, for example, had her grandmother’s diamond ring in a drawer for years and help remake it into a beautiful R|R piece that she is delighted to wear. The ring becomes a whole new family heirloom. Q. When entering the new store, the first thing one notices are the beautiful white marble countertops and, of course, the jewelry on full display. What inspired the interior aesthetic? AS: This location is intended to feel more like a gallery of jewelry than a traditional jewelry store. The workshop is also a focal point from both inside and from the street. Overall, the space is spare and modern with a focus on rich materials. There is a fantastic marble from Vermont, walnut wood detailing, and blackened steel metalwork. We also saved and refinished the original, beautiful wood floors. The space feels both comfortable and exciting. Q. Who is the quintessential Reinstein/Ross customer and what makes him/her unique? AS: Many of our fans are New Yorkers, but we have customers from all over the country and the world. Some clients come see us every year when in town for the U.S. Open, or in the city for a day of shopping and theater. Many customers find us as couples looking at engagement rings and wedding bands. One of the greatest parts about being in New York is seeing people from all over the world. n
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▼ Fendi‘s new By-The-Way bauletto is a classic doctor’s bag—and by the way it’s a Boston bag—and by the way it’s a clutch. That’s right, three in one, depending on whether you use the short handle, shoulder strap or neither. The look varies, from sedate dove gray to exotic gazelle fur or this studded, paint-splattered version; $4,250. Fendi, 677 Fifth Avenue (53rd / 54th Streets); 212-759-4646; fendi.com
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Chanel served up a slew of Pop-Art inspired designs at its fall runway show (designed to look like an actual supermarket). Go all the way and grab designer Karl Lagerfeld’s cheeky chic nod to founder Coco Chanel: the Lait de Coco milk container bag in metallic goatskin, strass and pearls, $4,800. Chanel, 737 Madison Avenue (64th Street) 212-535-5505; 15 E. 57th Street (Fifth Avenue), 212-355-5050; 139 Spring Street (Wooster Street), 212-334-0055; chanel.com
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Marc Jacobs’ line highlights his whimsy as much as his theatrical vision, from a plush, light-hearted Shearling Intarsia Big Bunny, to this classic large Alligator Incognito bag, Incognito? Carry this and you’ll make a statement. $38,000. Marc Jacobs Collection, 163 Mercer Street (Houston/Prince Streets); 212-343-1490; marcjacobs.com
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Chloé, the go-to brand of trendsetters from Grace Kelly to Jessica Alba, has long been known for its bohemian, Left Bank sense of chic. So, no surprise, this season’s Baylee bag comes in unexpected looks, from laser-cut leather and python to this patchwork coyote and fox. $7,665. Chloé, 850 Madison Avenue; 212-717-8220; 93 Greene Street; 646-350-1770; chloe.com Michael Kors lets it all hang out with his haute hippie fringe, a refreshing dose of whimsical Americana that dances and dangles off the hems of skirts in his line, plus roomy clutches or this rich brown Joni Fringe Tote, $3,500. Michael Kors, 790 Madison Avenue (66th/67th Streets); 212-452-4685; michaelkors.com t
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Diane von Furstenberg‘s sexy signature wrap dresses hug a woman’s curves in all the right places, and her Sutra Ombre Leather Hobo Bag is the perfect complement, with a relaxed shape, magnetic and flip-lock flap closure and detachable shoulder strap. $495. Diane von Furstenberg, 874 Washington Street (W. 14th Street); 646-486-4800; 135 Wooster Street (Houston/Prince Streets); 212-542-5754; dvf.com
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Yael Sonia, known for adding a touch of playfulness to her fine jewelry creations, has opened a beautiful new showroom in SoHo. The exclusive space was designed in partnership with leading and award-winning architect Uli Wagner and Mark Martinez, president of Interior Management. The location offers an inviting and sophisticated setting in which to browse the exquisite pieces or have a one-on-one private consultation with the designer while sipping fine champagne or an espresso. The environment offers pure, white-glove treatment with a low-key vibe that embraces the downtown chic feel of SoHo and its patrons. All of Yael Sonia’s jewelry is handmade in 18 kt. gold in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Pictured here (from left): Kite Earrings, 18 kt. rhodium plated white gold, rutilated quartz and diamonds; Full Moon rings, 18 kt. yellow gold, gemstones, and diamonds. 270 Lafayette St., Suite 810; 212-472-6488; yaelsonia.com
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SHOPPING BATH & BEAUTY Rain – A specialist in intensively handmade body and bath products including fair trade artisan soaps, beaded and embroidered gift boxes, luxurious sleepwear, bathroom decor, and accessories. Rockefeller Center, 59 W. 49th St., 212-239-3070; rainliving.com
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Beretta’s collection of clothing, accessories, decorative items, and their signature merchandise dedicated to the hunting lifestyle. Open Mon.-Weds. and Sat., 10am-6pm; Thurs., 10am-7pm; Sun., 12pm-5pm. 718 Madison Ave. (63rd-64th Sts.), 212-319-3235; newyork.berettagallery.com
Department and Specialty Stores
Bergdorf Goodman - In the same location since 1928, this is among the nation’s most prestigious shops, featuring women’s fashion designers from Armani, Chanel, Versace and Ferre, to Tyler, Galliano, and Westwood. 754 Fifth Ave. (58th St.), 800-558-1855; bergdorfgoodman.com
Barneys New York –A cornerstone in chic, trendy New York fashion, Barneys is home to a plethora of international men’s and women’s fashion designers ranging from the classically understated to the avant garde. Haute accessories, beauty products, and home furnishings continue to stamp Barneys presence as a necessity on the fashion scene. 660 Madison Ave. (61st St.), 212-826-8900; barneys.com
Bloomingdale’s – One of the world’s most famous landmark department stores. The best international fashions and home furnishings are brought together under a single Art Deco roof, in a store that encompasses a full city block and more than 500 departments on seven floors. 1000 Third Ave. (59th-60th Sts.), 212-705-2000; 504 Broadway (Spring-Broome Sts.), 212-729-5900; bloomingdales.com
Beretta Gallery - Beretta Gallery combines the adventure of outdoor sporting with the unwavering class that continues to mark the Beretta lifestyle brand as a beacon in the industry. The flagship three-story gallery, which makes its home in a historic New York townhouse, offers visitors access to
Hammacher Schlemmer – The landmark store for America’s longestrunning catalog, offering unique products that solve problems, further your lifestyle, or represent the only one of their kind. 147 E. 57th St., 800-421-9002; hammacher.com
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Lord & Taylor – A beacon in American trends and designers. From chic and reasonably priced fashion classics, to a massive selection of shoes and accessories, Lord & Taylor continues to delight shoppers year round. 424 Fifth Ave. (39th St.), 212-391-3344; lordandtaylor.com MacKenzie-Childs - This flagship store is painting the town in their signature Courtly Check print. It features the full MacKenzieChilds collection of whimsical and artistically quirky handcrafted home and garden accessories and gifts, including hand-painted ceramics, dinnerware, tableware, glassware, and home furniture. 20 W. 57th St. (Fifth-Sixth Aves.), 212-570-6050; mackenzie-childs.com Macy’s – “The world’s largest store,” home to the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, and one of NYC’s most visited attractions. Macy’s runs the gamut in goods, from home furnishings to decadent caviar, luxury and casual clothing, and everything in between. Broadway & 34th St., 212-695-4400; macys.com Saks Fifth Avenue – This paragon of unparalleled class began in 1924 as the brainchild of Horace Saks and Bernard Gimbel. Their Fifth Avenue flagship “dream store,” is highly regarded internationally and features nine floors of pure luxury, stocked with exclusive items for men and women from the world’s most desired brands. 611 Fifth Ave. (49th-50th Sts.), 212-753-4000; saksfifthavenue.com
Electronics/PHOTO B&H Photo Video - The world’s largest camera and video super store. With a top notch staff, including industry pros and a full line of still, digital, video, home and portable entertainment, pro audio equipment, computers and accessories, it’s the professional’s source. Try almost every item on the floor before you buy. 420 Ninth Ave. (34th St.), 212-444-6615 bhphotovideo.com DataVision - A top choice independent computer and video retailer. DataVision’s new home in the Flatiron area of Manhattan lets you browse and purchase from a widespread selection of computers, software, peripherals, digital cameras, camcorders, MP3 players, DVDs, and more. 50 W. 23rd St., 212-689-1111; datavis.com
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Sony Store - Try your hand at sophisticated hi-tech Sony products at this flagship location. Offering a comprehensive array of music, video, and multimedia material in a sleek environment, the Sony Store is a list topper. Sony Plaza, 550 Madison Ave. (55th-56th Sts.), 212-833-8800; store.sony.com
Fashion AND Accessories A Second Chance – New York’s hidden resale boutique gem, featuring an unparalleled selection of new and pre-owned Chanel, Hermès and Louis Vuitton handbags and accessories. They also carry pieces by Céline, Marni, Prada, and Yves Saint Laurent among others. 1111 Lexington Ave., 212-744-6041; 155 Prince St. (W. Broadway), 212-673-6155; asecondchanceresale.com
Where to Buy From page 14 Autumn’s Amazing Colors: Giorgio Armani, Dolce & Gabbana, Yves Saint Laurent, and Guerlain available at Saks Fifth Avenue (saksfifthavenue.com, giorgioarmanibeauty.com, dolcegabbana.com, yslbeautyus.com, guerlain.com); Christian Dior (dior.com) at fine department stores; Nars at Nars boutiques (nars.com) and better department stores; Smashbox at Sephora (sephora.com, smashbox.com); Butter London at Macy’s (macys.com, butterlondon.com). From page 18 Shopping on Spring Street: MoMA Design Store 81 Spring Street (Broadway/Crosby Street); 646-613-1367; momastore.org Comptoir des Cotonniers 155 Spring Street (Wooster Street/West Broadway); 212-274-0830; comptoirdescotonniers.com Longchamp 132 Spring Street (Greene/Wooster Streets); 212-343-7444; longchamp.com Theory 151 Spring Street (Wooster Street/ West Broadway); 212-226-3691; theory.com
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Alexander McQueen – Dramatic couture, including dresses, tailored pants, and beautifully constructed frock coats from the late British designer. Shoes, jewelry, and handbags are also prominently displayed. 747 Madison Ave. (65th St.), 212-645-1797; alexandermcqueen.com Badgley Mischka – Shop “the collection” in the front parlour, which features a line of skirts, jackets, day dresses and evening gowns, and an airy salon in back showcases couture, while jewelry, handbags, watches, sunglasses and more fill a central foyer and bridal dresses are down on the garden level. 24 E. 64th St. (Madison-Fifth Aves.), 212-644-4934; badgleymischka.com BCBG Max Azria – A fresh and youthful take on modern women’s design, from suits, separates, coats, dresses, handbags and accessories for women on the cusp of fashion trends. 770 Madison Ave. (66th St.), 212-717-4225; 120 Wooster St. (Prince St.), 212-625-2723; 461 Fifth Ave. (40th St.), 212-991-9777; bcbg.com Burberry – This beloved British brand, synonymous with its signature house check–the camel, black, red, and white pattern–offers luxurious men’s, women’s, children’s, and babywear lines, fragrances, golf, eyewear, and home collections. 160 Columbus Ave. (67th St.), 212-595-0934; 444 Madison Ave. (49th St.), 212-707-6700; 9 E. 57th St., 212-407-7100; 367 Bleecker St., 212-901-3600; 131 Spring St. (Greene St.), 212-925-9300; burberry.com Carolina Herrera – Elegant, ultra-feminine, up-to-the-minute women’s dresses and fragrances. CH Carolina Herrera (802 Madison Ave. (68th St., 212-744-2076 ) has clothing for men, women, and kids, as well as travel accessories. 954 Madison Ave. (75th St.), 212-249-6552; carolinaherrera.com Chanel Boutique – Showcasing the iconic, classic and timeless elements of Coco Chanel’s style, with handbags, accessories, shoes, and ready-to-wear by Karl Lagerfeld. 15 E. 57th St., 212-355-5050; 139 Spring St. (Wooster St.), 212-334-0055; 737 Madison Ave., 212-535-5505; chanel.com Céline – Luxury women’s fashions including timeless ready-to-wear, leather bags and handbags, shoes, and sunglasses. 870 Madison Ave. (71st St.), 212-535-3703; celine.com
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Diane Von Furstenberg – From her signature wrap dress designs to flirty sportswear and accessories, DVF is pure chic heaven. 874 Washington St. (14th St.), 646-486-4800; 135 Wooster St., 212-542-5754; dvf.com DKNY – Lifestyle clothing, accessories, and more embracing the fun styles of New York from Donna Karan. 420 West Broadway (Spring St.), 646-613-1100; 655 Madison Ave. (60th St.), 212-223-3569; dkny.com Dolce & Gabbana – Ultra-modern Italian fashions, including men’s formalwear and more adventurous women’s fashions. 825 Madison Ave. (69th St.), 212-249-4100; dolcegabbana.com Donna Karan – Classic elegance and modern glamour shine at this three-story, Upper East Side home to the famed designer’s collection. 819 Madison Ave. (68th St.), 212-861-1001; donnakaran.com Elie Tahari – Detail oriented, subtly elegant pieces, including ready-to-wear fashions and
accessories, suits, cutting-edge sportswear and dresses. 417 West Broadway (Spring St.), 212-334-4441; elietahari.com Escada – The German-based company offers high-end, modern, and elegant women’s apparel and accessories. ESCADA SPORT represents understated city chic. The company brand also encompasses licenses for eyewear and fragrances. 7 East 55th St., 212-755-2200; escada.com Giorgio Armani – The alpha and omega of understated, power-drenched Italian fashion. The Italian designer’s flagship features suits, elegant sportswear, outerwear, and evening wear for men and women. 760 Madison Ave. (65th St.), 212-988-9191; armani.com Hermès - Known for their coveted Birkin and Kelly handbags, this French boutique features beautifully designed men’s and women’s clothing and a full array of accessories and shoes. 691 Madison Ave., 212-751-3181; 15 Broad St., 212-785-3030; hermes.com
Louis Vuitton – From the quintessential leather design brand, the shop focuses on the timeless elegance of men’s and women’s fashions, handbags, watches and jewelry, and shoes. 116 Greene St. (Prince St.), 212-274-9090; 1 E. 57th St. (Fifth Ave.), 212-758-8877; louisvuitton.com Max Mara – The renowned Italian design house’s Upper East Side store offers a wide range of women’s clothing, outerwear, bags, shoes, and accessories. 813 Madison Ave. (68th St.), 212-879-6100; world.maxmara.com SportMax is located in SoHo at 450 West Broadway. Marc Jacobs – A constantly evolving trendsetting collection pins Marc Jacobs on the fashion map year after year. Casual-chic fashions for men and women including simple dresses, classic tailored suits, and formal wear. Mon.-Sat., 11am-7pm; Sun 12pm-6pm. 163 Mercer St. (Houston-Prince Sts.), 212-343-1490; 403 Bleecker St., 212-924-0026; marcjacobs.com Michael Kors – Polished, chic American sportswear and accessories for men and women from
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Everything about the Ulysse Nardin Marine Diver evokes the marine world in which the Le Locle watchmaker is steeped, from its iconic anchor emblem to the wave-like motif across the dial. These newly redesigned, luxury sport watches showcase all of the qualities of a genuine diving watch, with its screw-locked crown, rotating bezel, and a case that’s water-resistant to 300 meters. The impressive 44mm face displays large hour-markers and hands with a white luminescent coating and a red stripe, offering perfect visibility even in the water’s murky depths. Powered by the self-winding caliber UN-26 and with a power reserve of 42 hours, the new Marine Diver displays, in addition to its time functions, the date in an aperture at 6 o’clock and the power reserve in a counter at 12 o’clock. It is available mounted on a rubber strap or as a steel bracelet. 50 Central Park South; 212-257-4920; ulysse-nardin.com
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the design maven himself. Rockefeller Center, 610 Fifth Ave., 212-582-2444; 133 Fifth Ave., 212-228-2043; 667 Madison Ave. (61st St.), 212-980-1550; 384 Bleecker St., 212-242-0700; 101 Prince St., 212-965-0401; Michael Kors Collection: 790 Madison Ave., 212-452-4685; michaelkors.com Onassis – American-inspired menswear collection, rooted in European styling and fit, and uniquely handcrafted with Japanese techniques. Rockefeller Center, 61 W. 49th St., 212-586-8688; onassisclothing.com Polo/Ralph Lauren, Madison Avenue – American clothing legend Ralph Lauren’s NYC retail outposts. The jewel in the crown of the more than 145 stores worldwide, with authentic antique furniture, women’s wear, accessories, leather goods, home furnishings, and antiques. 888 Madison Ave. (72nd St.), 212-434-8000. Ralph Lauren’s first men’s-only store is located across the street at 867 Madison Ave. (72nd St.), 212-606-2100. Children’s Clothing at 878 Madison Ave., 212-606-3376; ralphlauren.com
trends mixed with classic patterns and a cutting edge twist. 112 Greene St. (Prince St.), 212-255-1556; stellamccartney.com Theory – Hip, classic work-friendly attire for men and women. 40 Gansevoort St. (Greenwich-Hudson Sts.), 212-524-6790; 151 Spring St. (W. B’way-
Wooster St.), 212-226-3691; 201 Columbus Ave. (70th-71st Sts.), 212-362-3676; theory.com Vera Wang – Featuring some of the finest bridal gowns in the world. 991 Madison Ave. (77th St.), 212-628-3400; 158 Mercer St. (Prince St.), 212-382-2184; verawang.com
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Prada – The Italian specialist in luxurious minimalist fashion offers a range of men’s and women’s ready-to-wear, shoes, bags, and furnishings. 841 Madison Ave. (70th St.), 212-327-4200; 45 E. 57th St., 212-308-2332; 724 Fifth Ave. (56th St.), 212-664-0010; 575 Broadway (Prince St.), 212-334-8888; prada.com Roberto Cavalli – A boutique with “funky, sexy stuff ” from the Italian designer that is always dramatic and innovative. 711 Madison Ave. (63rd St.), 212-755-7722; robertocavalli.com Saint Laurent – Refined, modern, elegant, and upscale men’s and women’s apparel, from tailored suits to refined knits. 3 E. 57th St., 212-980-2970; 80 Greene St., 212-431-3240; ysl.com Second Time Around – New Yorkers can discover affordable luxury right outside their doorstep at any Second Time Around location in Manhattan. Taking consignment upscale, STA carries the most coveted designer brands in new or like-new condition at a fraction of their original retail value. From high-end handbags to designer jewelry to everyday casual wear, each store has a unique selection of upscale consignment. 1040 Lexington Ave., 212-628-0980; 111 Thompson St., 212-925-3919; 1318 Madison Ave., 212-860-2230; 2212 Broadway, 917-475-1548; 232 Third Ave., 212-228-8879; 238 W. 72nd St., 212-362-6226; 262 Mott St., 212-965-8415; 2624 Broadway, 212-666-3500; 334 First Ave., 212-375-1710; 520 Third Ave., 212-213-2615; 94 Seventh Ave., 212-255-9455; secondtimearound.net Stella McCartney – The trendy boutique featuring au courant, animal-friendly fashions for women in the heart of downtown Manhattan. Stella McCartney’s designs take fashion forward
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Elegance has always been the essence of the Longines brand, thus the new Longines Elegant Collection offers a broad choice of dials, each presenting its own definition of the brand’s core value, “Elegance is an attitude.” These simple, classic designs feature round dials with sleek lines, available in steel or steel and rose gold cap, with certain models set with diamonds. The dark dials are either in black lacquer or anthracite, while the lightercolored dials include matte white, striped silver, or mother-of-pearl. Available in three sizes, all models in this collection are fitted with selfwinding movements, consistent with the brand’s tradition in watchmaking. The new Longines Elegant Collection is available at Hour Passion — a specialized watch boutique owned and operated by The Swatch Group of Switzerland, the world’s largest watchmaker. The brands featured in this multi-brand concept include Longines, Rado, Tissot, Balmain, Certina, Mido, Hamilton, Calvin Klein Watch and Jewelry, Swatch and Flik-Flak. Customers are guaranteed to find a true Swiss-made timepiece that fits their needs and budget while receiving quality service from highly trained multi-lingual sales associates who help guests make the right selection. In addition, Hour Passion recently opened a Customer Service Reception area in the New York store which provides guests with a unique level of service and novelty in which customers can see the watch technician working on their timepiece. 112 West 34th Street; 212-904-1002; hourpassion.com
FURS The Fur Salon at Saks Fifth Avenue – A rich array of elegant furs from top designers. Fur salon services include made-to-measure garments, storage, cleaning, alterations, repairs, and more. 611 Fifth Ave. (49th-50th Sts.), 212-940-4465; thefursalon.com Maximilian at Bloomingdale’s –Offering an extensive collection of premier designer furs of the highest quality and design. 1000 Third Ave. (60th St.), 212-705-3335; maximilian.com
GOLF/COUNTRY CLUBS Doral Arrowood Golf Club - Explore flexible and affordable ways to golf on one of the top 25 nine-hole courses in America as voted by Golf Digest. While on the grounds, explore the rest that Doral Arrowood has to offer, including three dining options and a beautiful hotel. 975 Anderson Hill Road, Rye Brook, 914-939-5500; doralarrowwood.com Golf & Body NYC - An exclusive experience for golfers seeking the highest level of golf training and entertainment at a one-of-a-kind urban country club. The Golf & Body Experience offers PGA golf instruction, fitness, physical therapy and other wellness services, all at a golf-centric venue where members can meet, dine, and entertain. 883 Sixth Ave. (32nd St.), 212-244-2626; golfbodynyc.com Golfsmith - Golfsmith is New York City’s best golf experience. With over 45 years of proven expertise, Golfsmith and its trained staff demonstrate their commitment to helping golfers of all skill levels play their best game. Golfsmith carries all major brands and provides expert custom club fitting using the latest launch monitors and swing analyzing technology. 420 Fifth Ave., 212-221-7931; 641 Lexington Ave., 212-317-9720; golfsmith.com New York Golf Center - Manhattan’s finest premier golf shop for over 20 years, committed to providing golf enthusiasts with everything they need, on and off the course. With over 13,000 sq. ft. of selling space, carrying the most comprehensive selection of golf equipment, accessories, clothing and shoes for men, women and children. 131 W. 35th St., 212-564-2255; 100 Park Ave. (40th St.), 212-564-0078; nygolfcenter.com
CitiShoes is New York City’s premier shoe store for fine footwear and service. Located on Park Avenue, CitiShoes offers an extensive collection of footwear from Alden, Edward Green, Church’s, a.testoni, Allen Edmonds, Mephisto, and many other fine men’s brands. CitiShoes provides personal attention when you shop, and is dedicated to finding the perfect shoe for each customer. From casual footwear to more dressed-up styles, CitiShoes’ well-stocked variety of fashions can help you find a fit for virtually any occasion. 445 Park Avenue (56th Street), 212-751-3200; citishoes.com
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Botox and fillers, CoolScultping, Ultherapy, and much more at his luxury practice. 800A Fifth Ave., 212-737-7500; drbarryweintraub.com Dentistry for Health New York - Founder and president Reid L. Winick, D.D.S., with nearly 20 years of experience, heads up this dental practice described as a “haven for overall wellness” that treats the patient as a “human ecosystem.” If you are looking for options to help avoid gum surgery and/or extractions, Dr. Winick’s programs have helped many patients avoid periodontal surgery and the need for implants, and achieve improved overall wellness in a cost-effective manner. 120 E. 56th St., 12th Floor, 212-973-9425; dentistryforhealthny.com Jan Linhart, D.D.S., P.C. - Cosmetic dentist Dr. Jan Linhart has been listed as one of America’s top dentists by Castle Connolly Consumer Guide and by the Consumers’ Research Council of America. Dr. Linhart has mastered the various modern, pain-free cosmetic dental techniques and procedures that can transform your smile, giving you a renewed sense of self-confidence and dental health. 230 Park Ave. (46th St.), Suite 1164, 212-682-5180; drlinhart.com NY Hotel Urgent Medical Services - A prime resource for travelers should illness arise, offering premier 24-hour urgent care, full-service travel medicine services, and house calls. Medical care is provided in the comfort and safety of your hotel room. Dr. Ronald Primas has over 20 years of experience as one of NY’s finest internists. 952 Fifth Ave. (76th St.), Suite 1D, 212-737-1212; nyhoteldoc.com NYMetroSleep - Dedicated to the identification, diagnosis, and treatment of sleep disorders—not only to individuals within the New York metro area, but also to visitors from around the globe. With their ambulatory sleep testing program, they provide you with a simple sleep diagnostic screening device that they retrieve the next day, enabling you to potentially initiate treatment as soon as the following night. 718-684-6393; nymetrosleep.com Reebok Sports Club/NY - Reebok Sports Club/NY on the Upper West Side is an expansive, 140,000-square-foot health and fitness club where state-of-the-art equipment artfully blends with technological innovation to create an unrivaled experience. The Club features 170 classes weekly, breathtaking yoga and Pilates studios, a swimming pool, outdoor track, rock climbing wall, full-service spa, and much more. 160 Columbus Ave. (67th St.), 212-362-6800; reeboksportsclubny.com
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Sugi Acupressure - Injae Choe, PhD LMT, is a licensed massage therapist and a nationally certified therapist of massage and bodywork (NCTMB) with more than 20 years of experience specializing in the Eastern holistic style of manual therapy called Sugi (“hand energy”) Acupressure. It is a healing practice and art form that he learned during childhood directly from his father, a world-renowned Eastern medical doctor. Injae’s mission is to help people restore and maintain their optimal level of health the natural, comfortable way. 1841 Broadway (60th St.), Suite 905, 646-823-5386; sugiacupressure.com
Jewelry & Watches Aaron Basha – An upscale jewelry boutique furnished with high-fashion jewelry pieces, celebrity worthy gems, and their distinctive jeweled baby shoes and assortment of baby charms. They also feature heirloom-quality jewelry, with bracelets, clasps, cuff links, chains and more. 685 Madison Ave. (61st St.), 212-644-1970; aaronbasha.com Cellini - A luxurious gem wonderland, showcasing beautifully authentic and homemade pieces using diamonds that shimmer and shine, robust rubies, and eye-popping emeralds. Hotel Waldorf Astoria (East Lobby), 301 Park Ave. (49th-50th Sts.); 212-751-9824; 509 Madison Ave. (52nd-53rd Sts.); 212-888-0505; cellinijewelers.com
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de Grisogono – Founded in 1993 by black diamond specialist Fawaz Gruosi, this baroque-style boutique—one of 16 worldwide—specializes in designing high jewelry and objets d’art including diamond-set jewelry, timepieces for men and women, accessories including cufflinks, and much more. 824 Madison Ave. (69th St.), 212-439-4220; degrisogono.com
New Yorkers can discover affordable luxury right outside their doorstep at any of the ten Second Time Around locations in Manhattan. Taking consignment upscale, STA carries the most coveted designer brands in new or like-new condition at a fraction of their original retail value. From high-end handbags to designer jewelry to everyday casual wear, each store has a unique selection of upscale consignment. With 44 stores and over 60,000 active consignors across the country, STA constantly curates their exclusive inventory, promising to never be the same experience twice. STA offers brands such as Louis Vuitton, Prada, Diane von Furstenberg, Gucci and more, and opened their 11th NYC store at 79th and Broadway on the Upper West Side in July. secondtimearound.net
Fred Leighton – A celebrity jewelry favorite, renowned for an extraordinary collection of vintage and estate jewelry from the 19th and 20th centuries, ranging from the Victorian era to Art Deco to retro and modern masterpieces. The collection features signature creations as well as works and signed pieces by the great makers in jewelry history, including Cartier, Van Cleef, Rene Boivin, and Suzanne Belperron. 773 Madison Ave. (66th St.), 212-288-1872; fredleighton.com Georg Jensen – Trendsetting, luxury jewelry and watches, faithful to the unique Danish design language and committed to high quality and craftsmanship. The collection focuses on gold and sterling silver jewelry. 687 Madison Ave. (62nd St.), 212-759-6457; georgjensen.com Hour Passion – From the Swatch Group, Hour Passion offers shoppers a boutique timepiece experience with an array of fine watch brands on display, from Longines and Hamilton, to Tissot, Calvin Klein, and many others. This locale marks the premier New York City storefront for Hour Passion and its luxurious collection of watches. 112 W. 34th St., 212-904-1002; hourpassion.com Kara Ross – The luxury accessories company known for its bold and unique designs in jewelry and handbags. A certified gemologist, Kara’s vision is to create fine jewelry and accessories that have character and imagination. Kara is inspired by alternative materials and natural gemstones, and her love of these unique materials and colored stones manifests in their frequent use in both fine jewelry and handbags. 655 Madison Ave. (60th St.), 212-755-8100; kararossny.com Marina B - Since the late 1970s, Marina B (as in “Bulgari,” which her grandfather founded) has been noted for her legendary, innovative, and bold jewelry designs — breathtaking pieces that have been seen on celebrities such as Sophia Loren, Elizabeth Taylor, Julia Roberts, Princess Grace, Alicia Keys, Jennifer Lopez, and Taylor Swift, among others. 30 E. 57th St., 212-644-1155; marinab.com
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Fall is in the air! And that means more time spent outside walking, shopping, and sightseeing. Mephisto provides all-day comfort and all-day style for those activities. Mephisto prides itself on offering “Tireless Walking” and with their exclusive SOFT-AIR technology incorporated into every pair, you can go from day into the night without your feet feeling fatigued — with the perfect styles and colors to complement your entire Fall wardrobe. There are many to choose from: heels, flats, wedges, slip-ons, athletic styles — all providing you with the legendary Mephisto comfort. And now with two locations in New York City, it’s much more convenient to shop this world-renowned brand. Open Mon.-Sat., 10am to 7pm & Sun., 11am to 6pm. 1040 Third Ave. (61st/62nd Streets), 212-750-7000; 1089 Madison Avenue (82nd Street), 646-422-1000; mephistousa.com
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Reinstein/Ross – Pairing vibrant precious stones and classical goldsmithing techniques, Reinstein/Ross jewelry is designed and hand-fabricated in NYC, in their Madison Ave. shop. Reinstein/Ross jewelry is distinctly contemporary, but reminiscent of Etruscan, Indian and Egyptian jewelry and art, and has a timeless quality. Often featured in magazines, movies and fashion events, the work of Reinstein/Ross has influenced an entire generation of jewelry designers. Custom orders welcome. 29 E. 73rd St. (Madison Ave.), 212-772-1901; 30 Gansevoort St., 212-226-4513; reinsteinross.com Rolex - An official Rolex retailer and boutique, featuring the latest pieces from the innovative watchmaker, including the Oyster Collection, new models, and more. 665 Fifth Ave. (53rd St.), 212-759-8309; rolex.com Stephen Russell - Offering one of the most important and carefully chosen vintage jewelry collections available today, complemented with a collection of original contemporary
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designs. 970 Madison Ave. (76th St.), 212-570-6900; stephenrussell.com Tiffany & Co. - Luxurious merchandise with the tradition of quality, showcasing a wide variety of jewelry including the gold and silver signature collections. Fifth Ave. & 57th St., 212-755-8000; 37 Wall St., 212-514-8015; 97 Greene St., 212-226-6136; tiffany.com Tous - Exquisitely crafted jewelry for women, men and children, a full range of accessories as well as cosmetics and home accessories. 610 Fifth Ave. (49th-50th Sts.), 212-757-2316; 109 Greene St., 212-219-1444; tous.com Ulysse Nardin – Stunning Swiss watches for women and men. Since 1846, Ulysse Nardin’s acclaimed pocket and marine chronometers set the stage for the unique designs identified with the Nardin name today. The brand pushes boundaries on timepiece elements, bringing an uber contemporary twist to some of their luxury watchwear. The Ritz Carlton, 50 Central Park S., 212-257-4920; ulysse-nardin.com
Yael Sonia - Known for cutting-edge designs, playful gem geometry, and taking an innovative, artistic approach to jewelry making, Yael Sonia has become synonymous with modern sophistication. All pieces are handmade at her studio/ showroom in Sao Paulo, Brazil. By appointment only. 270 Lafayette St., Suite 810, 212-472-6488; yaelsonia.com
Luggage Zero Halliburton - Located near Grand Central Terminal, the iconic luggage manufacturer’s 1,600-square-foot flagship store (which opened in summer 2013) is the place to find their latest collections of luxury luggage, including the signature aluminum cases. 300 Madison Ave. (41st-42nd Sts.), 646-640-3600; zerohalliburton.com
Opticians ANd Eyewear Oliver Peoples - The luxury eyewear and sunglasses house, founded in 1987, features retro-inspired looks and innovative designs favored by trendsetters. They are the exclusive global licensee for Paul Smith Eyewear, which combines whimsical yet classic designs and attention to detail. 812 Madison Ave. (68th St.), 212-585-3433; 366 West Broadway (Broome St.), 212-925-5400; oliverpeoples.com Solstice - Offering a wide selection of luxury eyewear for women and men by designers such as Gucci, Dior, Dior Homme, Kate Spade, Valentino, Giorgio and Emporio Armani, Marc Jacobs, Bottega Veneta, Chanel, Maui Jim and Ray Ban. 500 Fifth Ave. (42nd St.), 646-679-4888; The Shops at Columbus Circle, 212-823-9590; 168 Fifth Ave. (22nd St.), 917-267-5381; 48 Ninth Ave. (14th St.), 917-267-5354; 107 Spring St. (Mercer St.), 212-219-3940; solsticesunglasses.com
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Wempe - With over 125 years of tradition and experience, Wempe offers an impressive selection of fine timepieces and clocks, exquisite 18-karat gold and diamond jewelry, cufflinks, and watch straps. Among the brands in its European-style salon with an elegant and inviting atmosphere are Patek Philippe, A. Lange and Söhne, Rolex, TAG Heuer, Cartier, and Jaeger-LeCoultre. 700 Fifth Ave. (55th St.), 212-397-9000; wempe.com
“What’s the most punishing hazard in golf? A bad back. No bunker, pond, or lightning-fast green has hurt so many golfers. But why? According to Ben Shear, Director of Performance at Golf & Body NYC and trainer to a number of PGA Tour stars, it’s volume — the pros have hit so many balls for so many years — but amateur golfers have a different set of problems, and there’s a lot they can do to limit the damage. “We sit and stand in a rounded position, hunched forward, constantly stretching our muscles along the posterior [rear] side of our bodies and pulling them tight.. “Now take a golf lesson or go to the course and, without doing any stretches, start swinging. That locked upper back and those weak, tight hips can’t turn, and what’s caught between them? The lower back.. It takes the brunt of all that turning and torqueing. That’s enormous pressure on one part of the body and it’s going to give.” Shear’s advice? “If you play golf, start by getting a physical assessment from a trainer or therapist who understands golf. Learn what your body can do and don’t ask it to do something else. Then find a golf pro who will teach you moves that you are capable of making.” Combining physical training and golf instruction is the mission of Golf & Body NYC, where the therapists, trainers, and golf pros work together for the golfer’s greatest good both on and off the course. “We assess the golfer’s whole body,” explains Shear, “and look for limitations and other concerns. Then we coordinate with the great team of golf instructors here so they don’t try to teach something that the student can’t do.” Golf & Body NYC offers golfers the ultimate setting for enhancing performance, getting and staying fit, and socializing with friends and business associates. Along with its innovative programs, Golf & Body NYC offers entertainment options that turn the “19th hole” into a sophisticated bar and dining experience. 883 Sixth Avenue at 32nd Street), 212-244-2626; golfbodynyc.com
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SPAS/salons Federico Salon - Renowned hair stylist to the stars (including Nicole Kidman) Federico is now pampering Manhattan’s elite with his luxurious Midtown salon. With a staff of international stylists, Federico prides himself on offering a relaxing and inviting atmosphere with a European edge. 36 E. 57th St., 212-262-3027; federicosalon.com Guerlain Spa - A 14,000-square-foot facility with 16 treatment rooms, state-of-the-art footbath lounge, hydrotherapy and Vichy shower facilities, and the Guerlain Boutique offering skincare, fragrance, and makeup collections. Guerlain Spa in the Towers of the Waldorf Astoria, 100 E. 50th St., 19th Floor, 212-872-7200; guerlainspas.com
Shoes
A Second Chance is a Manhattan-based, family-owned and operated luxury resale boutique with over 20 years of experience. They have the largest selection of new and vintage Chanel, Hermès and Louis Vuitton in the United States. They also carry a great selection of luxury items from designers such as Balenciaga, Prada, Gucci, Jimmy Choo, Givenchy, Céline, Fendi, and more. Cientele includes celebrities, editors, stylists, and otherwise fabulous fashionistas from New York and beyond. In addition to their two brick-and-mortar boutiques located in Soho and the Upper East Side, they sell online at ASecondChanceResale.com. Here you will find a large selection of styles by the designers mentioned above, all just a click away! They carefully select pieces for their desirability, condition and authenticity. And they offer a no-hassle, money-back guarantee on the authenticity of everything that they sell. Their relaxing atmosphere is conducive to hours of shopping, but if you can’t make it to their stores just click the products page and shop a selection of items being sold online. Although it’s just a fraction of what they have in the stores, new items are added daily. 155 Prince Street (West Broadway), 212-673-6155; 1111 Lexington Avenue (77th/78th Streets); 212-744-6041; asecondchanceresale.com
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For over 166 years, Hammacher Schlemmer has offered unique products that solve problems, further their customers’ lifestyle, or represent the only one of their kind. Recent additions to their product line include: The HD Video Recording Monocular, a device that captures close-up 1080p videos of subjects in the distance. The HD Video Recording Monocular has a coated BK-7 glass lens and roof prism that delivers sharp 8X optical magnification with a 100-ft. field of view at 1,000 yards. Subjects can be seen through the device’s eyepiece or on a flip-out 2.4” TFT color display — a push of a button activates a 5-megapixel CMOS sensor that records video at 30 fps. Content is saved on a microSD card and can be downloaded to a computer or viewed on a TV. 147 E. 57th St., 800-421-9002; hammacher.com
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Botticelli - Celebrating over 40 years of timeless Italian footwear, Botticelli is rooted in history and quality, offering traditional classics alongside each season’s essentials. In addition to their Signature Collection, they offer drivers, loafers, and casual shoes for men, and boots, sandals, and sneakers for women. Rockefeller Center, 620 Fifth Ave., 212-582-6313; botticellishoes.com CitiShoes - CitiShoes is New York City’s premier shoe store for fine footwear and service. Located on Park Avenue, CitiShoes offers an extensive collection of footwear from Alden, Edward Green, Church’s, a.testoni, Allen Edmonds, Mephisto, and many other fine men’s brands. CitiShoes provides personal attention when you shop, and is dedicated to finding the perfect shoe for each customer. From casual footwear to more dressed-up styles, CitiShoes’ well-stocked variety of fashions can help you find a fit for virtually any occasion.. 445 Park Ave. (56th St.), 212-751-3200; citishoes.com Cole Haan - The global flagship Cole Haan location in Rockefeller Center showcases high-quality handcrafted men’s and women’s footwear, accessories and outerwear. Each product blends craftsmanship, design, and innovation giving it distinctive character. Rockefeller Center, 620 Fifth Ave., 212-765-9747; 141 Fifth Ave., 212-677-4693; 128 Prince St., 212-219-8240; The Shops at Columbus Circle, 10 Columbus Circle, 212-823-9420; colehaan.com Jimmy Choo - A celebrated force in women’s shoe design, Jimmy Choo shoe lines include house, evening, bridal, sandals, as well as matching handbags. 716 Madison Ave. (63rd-64th Sts.), 212-759-7078; 645 Fifth Ave. (51st St.), 212-593-0800; 407 Bleecker St. (W. 11th St.), 212-366-1305; jimmychoo.com Manolo Blahnik – A pair of Manolo Blahnik shoes puts an A+ on any closet. The flagship location sells inspired designs from one of the world’s most influential footwear designers. 31 W. 54th St., 212-582-3007; manoloblahnik.com Mephisto - MEPHISTO represents a world-class product with loyal customers and a brand driven by
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one man’s unshakable belief that excellence can and will be achieved every day, with every pair of shoes. 1040 Third Ave. (61st-62nd Sts.), 212-750-7000; 1089 Madison Ave. (82nd-83rd Sts.), 646-422-1000; mephistousa.com Salvatore Ferragamo - Men’s and women’s shoes crafted from superb leathers, from classic business and formal footwear to casual styles with more of a European flair. 655 Fifth Ave. (52nd-53rd Sts.), 212-759-3822; ferragamo.com Stuart Weitzman – Timeless and elegantly crafted shoes, handbags, and accessories. 10 Columbus Circle, 212-823-9560; 625 Madison Ave. (59th St.), 212-750-2555; 2151 Broadway (76th St.), 212-873-0983; 675 5th Ave., 212-759-1570; 118 Spring St., 212-226-3440; stuartweitzman.com
TELEVISION HBO Shop - A retail space featuring a multimedia showcase of HBO’s® award-winning programming, plus tons of fan swag to keep you on top of your True Blood or Game of Thrones obsessions. 1100 Ave. of the Americas (42 St. & 6th Ave.), 212-512-1000; hboshop.com NBC Experience Store - Nestled in the heart of Rockefeller Center, the NBC Experience Store is the place to find all your favorite television merchandise. From “Must-See TV” classics like Seinfeld to today’s hottest hits our merchandise is created directly from your favorite lines, characters and quotes. 30 Rockefeller Plaza; nbcuniversalstore.com
TOYS FAO Schwarz - The pioneer in children’s toys, where there is no shortage of magic or imagination. Their staff gives expert help with personal shopping, Toy Soldier tours, Big Piano dance lessons, private party planning, concierge service, and corporate sales. In business for over 150 years, FAO gives lets kids reign in a toy-filled paradise. 767 Fifth Ave. (58th St.), 212-644-9400; fao.com HomBom Toys - It’s a family affair at this family-owned business on the Upper East Side in Manhattan. Sisters Melissa and Alison Gayer take pride in knowing kids’ needs and seek out the best toys in the business for their loyal neighborhood clients and out-of-town visitors. 1500 First Ave. (78th St.), 212-717-5300. Also located in Tribeca at 345 Greenwich St. (Harrison-Jay Sts.), 212-226-7456 Nintendo World - Immerse yourself in the latest Nintendo offerings in a unique setting as you explore their 2-level, 10,000-sq.-ft. interactive experience. Play the newest games showcased on the Wii U console, the Nintendo 3DS, and the Nintendo 2DS, and shop their selection of games, accessories, exclusive apparel, and other items featuring Nintendo characters. 48th St. btw. 5th & 6th Aves., 646-459-0800; nintendoworldstore.com RIDEMAKERZ - Located inside FAO Schwarz and resembling the look and feel of an authentic racecar garage, the RIDEMAKERZ shop offers a unique experience for kids or “customizers” ages 4 to 104 to build their own RIDE. Starting with a 1:18-scale body style (about the size of a football), customizers can choose from cool authentic cars like Corvette, Viper and Mustang, to entertainment or character favorites such as Lightning McQueen, Iron Man and Spider-Man. 767 Fifth Ave. (58th St.), 212-759-4869; ridemakerz.com Toys“R”Us Times Square - Theme park meets mega toy land at Toys “R” Us. Prepare to be entranced by this 110,000-square-foot toy store, which features a 60-foot indoor Ferris Wheel, a 4,000-square-foot Barbie dollhouse, a 20-foot animatronic T-Rex dinosaur & much more. 1514 Broadway (44th St.), 646-366-8800; toyrsrustimessquare.com
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CITISHOES FINE FOOTWEAR Find some of the finest classic major-brand shoes at Citishoes. Citishoes carries an extensive collection of Alden Shell Cordovan shoes including special colors and custom models. the professional staff will provide expert flitting. open weekdays: 10am - 7pm | saturdays: 11am - 5pm
445 Park Avenue, New York between 56th & 57th Streets
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[ Brian Dennehy at his Connecticut home. The Tony-winning star opens in Love Letters at the Brooks Atkinson Theater September 18 (previews begin September 13) ; first, opposite Mia Farrow, and later paired with Carol Burnett. ]
“Letters” Man Brian Dennehy, known for playing tough guys on film — and iconic American dramatic roles on stage — is taking a tender turn in Broadway’s revival of Love Letters. By Joseph V. Amodio Photo by Ari Mintz
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lease don’t ask Brian Dennehy to write a letter. Certainly not of the amorous variety. Tweets? Right. E-mails, well, okay, he does those, but mostly out of necessity. And as for Facebook posts? If you happen to be a fan of his page, spoiler alert: the award-winning actor says there are two or three wannabe Dennehys out there pretending to be him. “If you’re gonna be somebody, you might try to be…Brad Pitt or something,” he says. Pretending to be Dennehy? “Talk about setting a low bar for yourself,” he notes, chuckling. That modesty might be a bit unnecessary for a guy who, at 76, has built up a pretty respectable résumé over the years, known as both a tough guy on film and TV (there was a time when it seemed he was the only renegade cop or grizzled D.A. that Hollywood would hire) and a torch-bearer for iconic American dramas on stage (he’s won two Tony Awards for Best Actor in a Play for Long Day’s Journey Into Night and Death of a Salesman, and he’ll co-star with Nathan Lane this February in The Iceman Cometh — more on that in a bit). But up next, he flashes his tender-hearted side in the first Broadway revival of A.R. Gurney’s Love Letters, a two-person play about a man and woman, lifelong friends who may actually be each other’s one true love. The romantic tale, told in a series of letters, notes and postcards, will be read by a series of all-star casts this fall at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre this fall. (See next page).
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[ Above, Dennehy in the 2009 revival of Eugene O’Neill’s Desire Under the Elms; below, with Elizabeth Franz as Linda Loman and Brian Dennehy as Willy Loman in the 1999 production of Death of a Salesman, for which he won the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play. He won the same award for Long Day’s Journey Into Night in 2003 ]
“It’s more than it seems, this play,” says Dennehy. “It deals with two lives that should’ve probably been together but for one reason or another weren’t. Two people talking to each other about what was and what might have been.” We follow the pair — upright, respectable Andrew Makepeace Ladd III, and renegade Melissa Gardner — over the course of decades, hearing tales of boarding school, summer camp, marriages, and motherhood. The play, which first hit Broadway in 1989, is a producer’s dream, what with just two actors, and often minimal staging. But the subject matter seems to strike a chord with audiences; it’s been translated into 24 languages, performed in 40-plus countries and was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize. This fall it’s sure to generate buzz, what with its rotating cast of stars. “It’s interesting to hear it again through another voice,” says Dennehy. “I remember seeing it years ago with James Earl Jones, and it was fascinating how different it was. An actor like
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The production opens with Dennehy and Mia Farrow (September 13 through October 10), followed by Dennehy and Carol Burnett (October 11 through November 7), Alan Alda and Candice Bergen (November 8 through December 5), Stacy Keach and Diana Rigg (December 6 through January 9) and Anjelica Huston and Martin Sheen (January 10 through February 1).
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[ Above, Dennehy and Nathan Lane in Chicago’s Goodman Theater 2012 production of The Iceman Cometh; the pair will be reprising their roles at BAM February 5 to March 15, 2015; below, opposite Christopher Plummer in the 2007 production of Inherit the Wind ]
Alan Alda will approach the play with his wry sense of humor and ability to laugh even when it’s a dark laugh aimed at himself and be one thing. And Marty Sheen will be something else.” Dennehy, who’s married with five kids and seven grandchildren and lives in Connecticut, got his start in the drama club at Chaminade, a Catholic high school on Long Island. He also played football there, and at Columbia University, and later served in the U.S. Marines. (Tough guy bona fides, those.) Though he’s admittedly not a big letterwriter himself, letter reading suits him fine. He’s the only gent in this production suiting up twice, and he’s enthusiastic about his co-stars. Farrow, with her eclectic love life, he calls “one of the most extraordinary courtesans of our day,” and Burnett, “phenomenally talented, and one of the great broads of all time.” After this theatrical double-header, he’ll return in The Iceman Cometh, the same acclaimed Goodman Theatre production that opened in Chicago in 2012, and is now (finally) coming east (in February to the BAM Harvey Theater at the Brooklyn Academy of Music) If you goeth, prepare to sitteth; this is O’Neill’s five-hour epic about the denizens of a Greenwich Village saloon. Dennehy has played Hickey, a titanic part, but Lane has the honors this time round and Dennehy has nothing but praise.
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“It’s as ambitious a project as an actor can take, and I think New York is gonna be astounded by what Nathan does.” Whether they go for the intimate two-hander or the 19-character masterwork (or both), audiences, he thinks, will find a lot to relate to in each. “If you go to see Sunflowers in Chicago,” he says, referring to the famed work by Vincent
Van Gogh, “this small painting, painted by a madman in the 1880s, and you can’t find a way to relate it to your own life or experience, your own sense of wonder about being here and being surrounded by certain things…then there’s something wrong with you.” Hey, he’s not cast as the tough guy for nothin’. n
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[ From left: Graham Butler as Christopher Boone in The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time; Sarah Steele, Eric Lange and Blythe Danner in The Country House ]
a theatregoer’s guide: Fall 2014 From Tony- and Emmy Award-winning performers to exciting new works and Pulitzer Prize-winning revivals, this fall is blazing its way to a “championship season!”
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By Griffin Miller * Prior Tony Award Winner
The Country House
+ Prior Tony Award Nominee
> Broadway Debut
Previews 9/9; Opens 10/2; Through 11/9
*Blythe Danner +Daniel Sunjata * Daniel Sullivan, director
Inspired by Chekhov’s pastoral comedies and penned by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Donald Margulies: a new comedy about a family with a penchant for drama… both onstage and off!
The Curious Incident of the Dog In the Night-Time
+Helen Carey +Enid Graham *Alexander Sharp
Featuring a gifted cast with stellar US and UK credits, this Olivier Awardwinning National Theatre import centers on a teenage protagonist with a very personal mystery to solve.
+Bob Balaban *Glenn Close *Lindsay Duncan +Clare Higgins *John Lithgow +Martha Plimpton * Pam MacKinnon, director
Star wattage is at its peak in this revival of Edward Albee’s provocative drama about fear, dysfunctional family values, and the tyranny of friendship. Lithgow, last summer’s Lear at the Delacorte, stars alongside Close, who returns to Broadway after a 20-year absence.
>Hari Dhillon Gretchen Mol Karen Pittman Josh Radnor
Playwright Ayad Akhtar won a Pulitzer Prize for this engrossing drama featuring two actors from earlier productions: Hari Dhillon (London) and Karen Pittman (LCT/Lincoln Center). In addition, post-How I Met Your Mother’s Josh Radnor is rediscovering his love of live theatre.
Bradley Cooper Patricia Clarkson Alessandro Nivola +Anthony Heald +Scott Ellis, Director
Bradley Cooper dazzled at the Williamstown Theatre Festival in 2012 playing a disfigured Victorian freak show attraction, a performance he now reprises on Broadway with Williamstown co-stars, Oscar nominee Clarkson and American Hustle’s Nivola.
Tony Danza +Rob McClure Brynn O’Malley +Nancy Opel
The 1992 film comedy-turned-musical (score by Tony winner Jason Robert Brown; book by screenplay writer Andrew Bergman) hits Broadway with an irresistible romantic triangle, including Rob McClure who so brilliantly channeled Charlie Chaplin in 2012.
Previews 9/10; Opens 10/5
A Delicate Balance Previews 10/20; Opens 11/20; Through 2/22/15
[ Bradley Cooper ]
Disgraced Previews 9/27; Opens 10/23
The Elephant Man Previews 11/7; Opens 12/7; Through 2/15/15
Honeymoon in Vegas Previews 11/18; Opens 1/15/15
The Illusionists – Witness the Impossible [ Tony Danza ]
[ Glenn Close ]
S even renowned illusionists
Expect the unfathomable in this internationally acclaimed showcase of realitybending stunts, magic arts and humor. Each of the show’s stars has a specialty title from “The Escapologist” to “The Inventor.”
F. Murray Abraham *Matthew Broderick *Stockard Channing >Rupert Grint *Nathan Lane Megan Mullally *Jack O’Brien, Director
Fasten your seatbelts theatre lovers, the mounting of four-time Tony winner Terrence McNally’s comedy not only reunites The Producers’ dynamic duo of Lane and Broderick, it also stars Oscar winner Abraham, Tony winner Channing, Emmy winner Mullally, and Rupert Grint, all grown up and making his U.S. stage debut far from all things Harry Potter.
Previews 11/26; Opens 12/4; Through 1/4/15
It’s Only a Play Previews 8/28 Opens 10/9; Through 1/4/15
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The Last Ship Previews 9/30; Opens 10/26
Love Letters Previews 9/13; Opens 9/18; Through 2/1/15
[ Mia Farrow ]
On the Town Previews 9/20; Opens 10/16
The River
Previews 10/31; Opens 11/16; Through 1/25/15
Side Show
Previews 10/28 Opens 11/17
This Is Our Youth
In previews for a 9/28 opening; Through 1/4/15
You Can’t Take It With You In previews for a 9/28 opening
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Michael Esper Aaron Lazar >Rachel Tucker *Joe Mantello, Director
A far cry from TV’s recent mini-series of the same name, this new musical with music and lyrics by 16-time Grammy winner Sting was inspired by his childhood and boasts a book by Pulitzer Prize winner Brian Yorkey and Tony winner John Logan.
+Alan Alda Candice Bergen +Carol Burnett *Brian Dennehy Mia Farrow Anjelica Huston Stacy Keach *Diana Rigg +Martin Sheen
An avalanche is rolling onto Broadway by way of A.R. Gurney’s Pulitzer Prize-nominated “reading” play thanks to a lineup of nine legendary actors lending their theatrical alchemy to this revival. The couplings kick off with Dennehy and Farrow, move on to Dennehy and Burnett, then Alda and Bergen, Keach and Rigg, concluding with Huston and Sheen. Choose wisely – and from the heart.
Clyde Alves +Phillip Boykin >Megan Fairchild *Michael Rupert Alysha Umphress Tony Yazbeck *John Rando, Director
It’s been 70 years since Leonard Bernstein, Betty Comden, Adolph Green, and Jerome Robbins’s valentine to the Big Apple premiered on Broadway, yet somehow a trio of 1944 sailors trolling the boroughs in classic musical comedy style – and finding romance along the way without the aid of iPhones, texting and selfies – has sweet escapism written all over it.
*Hugh Jackman >Laura Donnelly >Cush Jumbo
Okay, you had me at Hugh Jackman: Wolverine… stage superstar… heartthrob from down under… only Tony host known to bounce on cue. Author Jez Butterworth and director Ian Rickson mark their sixth collaboration with this beautifully haunting London import.
Erin Davie Emily Padgett
Davie and Padgett play conjoined twins Violet and Daisy Hilton in this revamped revival with new music by Grammy winner Henry Krieger with book and additional book material by the show’s Oscar-winning director, Bill Condon.
>Michael Cera >Kieran Culkin >Tavi Gevinson * Anna D. Shapiro, Director
Pulitzer Prize finalist/Oscar nominee Kenneth Lonergan mounted his incisive look into three young psyches Off-Broadway in 1996. For its Broadway premiere, a scrupulously chosen cast consists of Cera (Juno; Arrested Development); Culkin (The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys; subUrbia) and former teen bloganista, Gevinson (Enough Said) in her stage debut.
+Annaleigh Ashford *Elizabeth Ashley Mark Linn-Baker Rose Byrne *James Earl Jones +Kristine Nielsen +Reg Rogers +Scott Ellis, Director
If you caught last season’s Act I starring Tony Shalhoub, about the coming together of Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman, you’re primed for major league players Jones, Ashley, Nielsen, Byrne, et al. in a revival of their 1937 Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy. And do keep your eyes peeled for veteran comedic scene-stealer Reg Rogers as ballet instructor Boris Kolenkhov.
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The Belle of Amherst Westside Theatre (Previews 10/7; opens 10/19; through 1/25) Joely Richardson’s theatrical heritage -- her mom is Vanessa Redgrave after all – is the perfect prelude to her portrayal of poet Emily Dickinson in William Luce’s acclaimed solo play.
Indian Ink R oundabout Theatre Company (Previews 9/4; opens 9/30; Through 11/30)
Tony-winning playwright Tom Stoppard’s drama of two continents, two eras and two sisters. Starring Tony winner Rosemary Harris, Romola Garai and Caroline Lagerfelt (Gossip Girl).
Lost Lake Manhattan Theatre Club (Previews 10/21; opens 11/11; through 12/14)
Tony and Pulitzer Prize winner David Auburn’s (Proof) penetrating new work stars Oscar nominee John Hawkes (Winter’s Bone; Deadwood) and Tracie Thoms (Rent; Cold Case).
The Money Shot M CC Theatre (Previews 9/4; opens 9/22; through 10/12)
Neil LaBute’s new comedy about ambition and desperation in Tinseltown. With Heather Graham (Boogie Nights), Gia Crovatin (Californication), Callie Thorne (Rescue Me) and Frederick Weller (In Plain Sight).
The Oldest Boy LCT’s Mitzi Newhouse Theatre (Previews 10/16; opens 11/10; through 12/28)
Celia Keenan-Bolger, fresh from her acclaimed portrayal of Laura in The Glass Menagerie, stars in this world-premiere play by Pulitzer-finalist Sarah Ruhl.
Tail Spin! T he Culture Project (Previews 9/18; opens 10/1; through 11/30)
The sex scandals that brought down high-profile politicos Anthony Weiner, Mark Foley, Mark Sanford and Larry Craig: a verbatim reenactment featuring the droll presence of SNL alum Rachel Dratch.
While I Yet Live Primary Stages (Previews begin 9/23; through 10/31)
Tony-winning actor Billy Porter (Kinky Boots) scripted this play in which a circle of women – including Emmy winner S. Epatha Merkerson – impact a young man’s coming-of-age.
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Inspired by his last album, Sting has written the music and lyrics for a new Broadway musical, The Last Ship, that looks at the last years of England’s shipbuilding industry. The book comes courtesy of John Logan and Brian Yorkey, the latter of whom won both a Pulitzer and a Tony for 2009’s brilliant Next to Normal. Previews begin September 29. See listings for more information.
Please call the box offices for showtimes. All listings subject to change BROADWAY Aladdin - (Musical) The latest Disney blockbuster to move to Broadway features music by Academy- and Tony Award-winning composer Alan Menken and lyricists Howard Ashman, Tim Rice, and Chad Beguelin. (2 hrs., 45 mins.) New Amsterdam Theatre, 214 W. 42nd St., 866-870-2717; aladdinbroadway.com
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Beautiful - The Carole King Musical - (Musical) The true story of Carole King’s rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with Gerry Goffin, to her relationship with Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in pop history. Starring Jesse Mueller, who won a Best Actress Tony for her performance. (2 hrs., 25 mins.) Stephen Sondheim Theatre, 124 W. 43rd St., 212-239-6200; beautifulonbroadway.com
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The Book of Mormon – (2011 Tony, Best Musical) South Park’s Matt Stone and Trey Parker joined forces with Avenue Q co-creator Robert Lopez for their musical-writing debut, about a pair of mismatched Mormon boys sent on a mission to a place that’s about as far from Salt Lake City as you can get. Winner of nine 2011 Tony Awards, including Best Musical. (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Eugene O’Neill Theatre, 230 W. 49th St., 212-239-6200; bookofmormononbroadway.com Cabaret - (Musical Revival) Alan Cumming recreates his Tony-winning role of Emcee alongside Michelle Williams in her Broadway debut as Sally Bowles, for this new revival of Sam Mendes and Rob Marshall’s celebrated 1998 take on this iconic Kander and Ebb musical. Williams will stay on through 11/9, while Cumming remains through the show’s closing on 1/4/15. (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Studio 54, 254 W. 54th St., 212-719-1300; cabaretmusical.com Chicago - (1997 Tony, Best Musical Revival) Kander and Ebb’s “musical vaudeville” follows murderous vixen Roxie Hart, who locks horns with prison diva
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Velma Kelly when they both vie for the attentions of the hottest lawyer in town: Billy Flynn. (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Ambassador Theatre, 219 W. 49th St., 212-239-6200; chicagothemusical.com Cinderella- (Musical) Originally presented on television, this famous fairy tale has been re-fashioned and set to music by two great masters of the musical: Rodgers and Hammerstein. Musical highlights include “In My Own Little Corner” and “Impossible.” Nominated for nine 2013 Tony Awards. (2 hrs., 15 mins.) Broadway Theatre, 1681 Broadway (53rd St.), 212-239-6200; cinderellaonbroadway.com The Country House – (Drama) Pulitzer Prizewinning playwright Donald Margulies (Time Stands Still; Sight Unseen) returns to Broadway with his tenth Manhattan Theatre Club production -- a new comedy about a deeply dramatic family starring Blythe Danner. Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, 261 West 47th St., 212-239-6200; manhattantheatreclub.com (From 9/9)
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couple dealing simultaneously with the return of their daughter after the collapse of her fourth marriage, the antics of the wife’s live-in alcoholic sister, and their best friends who arrive on their doorstep seeking shelter. Starring Glenn Close, Joshn Lithgow, and Martha Plimpton. Golden Theatre, 252 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; telecharge.com (From 10/20) Disgraced - (Drama) Playwright Ayad Akhtar received The Pulitzer Prize for this story of a successful Muslim-American lawyer and his wife enjoying their comfortable and successful life on New York’s Upper East Side. When a co-worker and her husband come to dinner, what begins as polite table conversation explodes, leaving everyone’s relationships and beliefs about race and identity in shards. Lyceum Theatre, 149 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; disgracedonbroadway.com (From 9/27)
The Curious Incident of the Dog In the NightTime – (Drama) Fifteen-year-old Christopher has an extraordinary brain, but is ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. When he’s suspected of killing his neighbor’s dog, he sets out to identify the true culprit. Winner of 7 Olivier Awards including Best New Play. Barrymore Theatre, 243 W. 47th St., 212-239-6200; curiousonbroadway.com (From 9/10)
The Elephant Man - (Drama) Bradley Cooper stars as John Merrick, a 19th-century British man whose severe disfigurement made him a star on the traveling freak show circuit. When a renowned doctor takes Merrick under his care at the London Hospital, he discovers that beneath this shocking exterior lies a brilliant mind and an unshakable faith. The cast also includes Academy Award nominee Patricia Clarkson. The Booth Theatre, 222 W. 45th St., 212-230-6200; elephantmanbroadway.com (From 11/7)
A Delicate Balance – (Drama) A new revival of Edward Albee’s classic about a long-married
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a disinherited relative of the rich and powerful D’Ysquith clan who learns he’s ninth in line to inherit the earldom. Based on the novel Israel Rank by Roy Horniman and set in England’s elegant Edwardian era. Starring Jefferson Mays. (2 hrs., 20 mins.) Walter Kerr Theatre, 219 W. 48th St., 212-239-6200; agentlemansguidebroadway.com Hedwig and the Angry Inch - (Musical) (2014 Tony, Best Musical Revival) “Internationally ignored song stylist” Hedwig Robinson (Andrew Rannells) brings her fourth-wall-smashing rock n’ roll saga to Broadway to set the record straight about her life, her loves, and the botched operation that left her with that “angry inch.” Based on the John Cameron Mitchell Off-Broadway production and film. (100 mins., no intermission) Belasco Theatre, 111 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; hedwigbroadway.com Honeymoon in Vegas - (Musical) Based on the 1992 film comedy, this tale of one woman, two adoring men and a Sin City backdrop stars Tony Danza, Rob McClure, and Brynn O’Malley. Nederlander Theatre, 208 W. 41 St., 877-250-2929; honeymoonbroadway.com If/Then - (Musical) On the verge of turning 40, Elizabeth (Idina Menzel) moves back to modernday New York City intent on a fresh start: new home, new friends, and hopes for a resurgent career. But the smallest decision will impact her world in ways she never dreamt possible... (2 hrs., 35 mins.) Richard Rodgers Theatre, 226 W. 46th St., 800-745-3000; ifthenthemusical.com
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The Illusionists – Witness the Impossible (Spectacle) Showcasing the jaw-dropping talents of seven of the most incredible illusionists on earth, this epic event is packed with hilarious magic tricks, death-defying stunts and acts of breathtaking wonder guaranteed to dazzle audiences of all ages. Marriott Marquis Theatre, 1535 Broadway at 46th St., 877-250-2929; theillusionistslive.com (From 11/26) It’s Only a Play – (Comedy) This new production by four-time Tony winner Terrence McNally reunites Tony winners Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick for the first time since The Producers. Happily, it’s another round of showbiz shenanigans involving playwright Broderick, TV star Lane, a fledgling producer (Megan Mullally), an erratic leading lady (Stockard Channing, and an infamous drama critic (F. Murray Abraham). (2 hrs., 35 mins.) Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre, 236 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; itsonlyaplay.com (In previews for a 10/9 opening.) Jersey Boys - (2006 Tony, Best Musical) Based on the life story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Filled with just about every major Four Seasons hit, from “Sherry” and “Rag Doll” to “You’re Just Too Good to Be True.” Winner of four 2006 Tony Awards, including Best Musical. (2 hrs., 15 mins.) August Wilson Theatre, 245 W. 52nd St., 212-239-6200; jerseyboysbroadway.com Kinky Boots - (2013 Tony, Best Musical) Inspired by a true story and based on the film, Kinky Boots features a book by Harvey Fierstein (La Cage, Torch Song Trilogy, Newsies) and a richly diverse musical score from Cyndi Lauper, in her stunning theatrical debut. Winner of six 2013 Tony Awards including Best Musical. (2 hrs., 25 mins.) Al Hirschfeld Theatre, 302 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; kinkybootsthemusical.com Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill - (Play With Music) This solo musical play by Lanie Robertson and starring Audra McDonald recounts legendary jazz singer Billie Holiday’s life story through the songs that made her famous, including “God Bless the Child,” “What a Little Moonlight Can Do,” “Strange Fruit,” and “Ain’t Nobody’s Business.” (90 mins.) Circle in the Square Theatre, 235 W. 50th St., 212-239-6200; ladydayonbroadway.com (Through 9/21) The Last Ship - (Musical) The new musical with music and lyrics by sixteen-time Grammy Award-winner Sting was inspired by his own childhood experiences. It’s is a portrait of a community so bound together by passion, faith, and tradition, they’ll stop at nothing to preserve the only life they’ve ever known. The Neil Simon Theatre, 250 W. 52nd St., 800-745-3000; thelastshipbroadway.com. (From 9/29)
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Les Misérables - (Musical) Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schonberg’s award-winning musical about 19th-century French convict Jean Valjean, pursued relentlessly by Inspector Javert, returns. In a constant battle of wits and wills, the two find themselves in the middle of a revolution, the after-
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math of which will determine both their fates. (2 hrs., 50 mins.) Imperial Theatre, 249 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; lesmis.com/broadway The Lion King - (1998 Tony, Best Musical) The Tony- and Olivier Award-winning stage version of Disney’s celebrated animated feature film follows the lion cub Simba as he struggles to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and his destined role of king of the jungle. Featuring Grammy-winning numbers by Elton John and Tim Rice. (2 hrs., 30 mins.) The Minskoff Theatre, 200 W. 45th St., 866-870-2717; disneyonbroadway.com Love Letters - (Drama) A. R. Gurney’s romance about first love and second chances returns to Broadway with five casts of theatrical icons (see A Theatregoer’s Guide for complete list of performers). Brooks Atkinson Theatre, 256 W. 47th St., 877-250-2929; lovelettersbroadway.com Mamma Mia! - (Musical) This long-running musical incorporates twenty-two ABBA favorites into a story about a single mother and her daughter on the eve of the daughter’s wedding— and three men who could be her father. (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Broadhurst Theatre, 235 W. 44th St., 212-563-5544; mammamianorthamerica.com Matilda - (Musical) Originally produced in London by the Royal Shakespeare Company, this delicious import is based on the Roald Dahl children’s book about an underappreciated little girl with a special gift. The winner of a record-breaking seven 2012 Olivier Awards, including Best Musical, the show also took home four 2013 Tony Awards. (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Shubert Theatre, 225 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; matildathemusical.com Motown the Musical - (Musical) An exhilarating production charting Motown founder Berry Gordy’s incredible journey from featherweight boxer to the heavyweight music mogul who launched the careers of Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, and many others. Nominated for four 2013 Tony Awards. (2 hrs., 45 mins.) Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, 205 W. 46th St., 877-250-2929; motownthemusical.com On the Town - (Musical) Created by the legendary creative team of Leonard Bernstein, Betty Comden, Adolph Green, and Jerome Robbins, this revival of the iconic musical comedy is a love letter to New York City in which The Bronx is up, the Battery’s down, and three sailors find themselves on a quest to find Miss Turnstiles on their one day of leave in the Big Apple. Lyric Theatre (formerly Foxwoods Theatre), 213 W 42nd St, 212-307-4100; onthetownbroadway.com (From 9/20) Once - (2012 Tony, Best Musical) Based on the Academy Award-winning film of the same name, this stage adaptation tells the story of an Irish musician and a Czech immigrant drawn together by their shared love of music. Altogether, the show won eight 2012 Tony Awards. (2 hrs., 15 mins.) Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre, 242 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; oncemusical.com
The Phantom of the Opera - (1988 Tony, Best Musical) Featuring the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, Phantom has achieved the kind of reputation, following and longevity most shows only dream of. (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Majestic Theatre, 247 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; phantombroadway.com Pippin - (2013, Best Musical Revival) Returning to Broadway for the first time since it thrilled audiences 40 years ago. With a score by Stephen Schwartz (Wicked) that includes the favorites “Magic to Do,” “Glory,” and “Corner of the Sky,” Pippin tells the story of a young prince on a death-defying journey to find meaning in his existence. Winner of four 2013 Tony Awards. (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Music Box Theatre, 239 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; pippinthemusical.com The River - (Drama) Tony winner Hugh Jackman is back on Broadway in this bewitching, limited run play from the writer-director team behind Jerusalem. In this dark and provocative work, playwright Jez Butterworth poses the question: When we find each other, are we trying to recapture someone we once lost? Circle in the Square Theatre, W. 50th St. between Broadway and Eighth Ave., 212-239-6200; theriveronbroadway.com (From 10/31) Rock of Ages - (Musical) A true crowd-pleaser with a high-energy retro score made up of 1980s hits by Journey, Bon Jovi, Twisted Sister, and more. The show tracks an aspiring young rocker and a small-town girl chasing her dreams. (2 hrs., 15 mins.) Helen Hayes Theatre, 240 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; rockofagesmusical.com Side Show - (Musical) This revamped revival shines its spotlight on the showbiz world of the 1920s and ’30s comprised of carnival, vaudeville, and Hollywood glamour. St.James Theatre, 246 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; sideshow broadway.com This Is Our Youth - (Play) Michael Cera makes his Broadway debut with Kieran Culkin and Tavi Gevinson in this play that follows forty-eight hours in the lives of three very lost young souls: a dejected 19-year-old who has just stolen $15,000 from his abusive, tycoon father; his charismatic drug-dealing friend who helps him put the stolen money to good use; and the anxiously insightful young woman he yearns for. Cort Theatre, 138 W. 48th St., 212-239-6200; thisisouryouthbroadway.com (In previews for a 9/11 opening) Wicked - (Musical) Set in Oz before the arrival of Dorothy, this knock-out production follows the friendship between two girls who grow up to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. A modern-day classic. (2 hrs., 45 mins.) Gershwin Theatre, 222 W. 51st St., 212-307-4100; wickedthemusical.com You Can’t Take It With You – (Comedy) Tony winner James Earl Jones plays wily Grandpa Vanderhof, leader of a happily eccentric gang of
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snake collectors, revolutionaries, ballet dancers and dabblers in explosives — aka the Sycamore family — in this revival of Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play. Longacre Theatre, 220 West 48th St., 212-239-6200; youcanttakeitwithyoubroadway.com (In previews for a 9/28 opening)
OFF-BROADWAY 50 Shades! The Musical - ((Musical) The original Fifty Shades Of Grey Parody. Based on the “greatest novel of all time,” 50 Shades! The Musical tells a sexy, hilarious story chockfull of wrestling singlets, handcuffs, and helicopters with silly names. A show full of “BDSM” (Best Damn Songs and Music) is promised. (75 mins., no intermission) Elektra Theatre, 300 W. 43rd St., 866-811-4111; 50shadesthemusical.com Avenue Q - (Musical) Singing puppets and their human neighbors make up the residents of Avenue Q, a fictional New York City street where a collection of twenty-somethings struggle to find their way in the world. (2 hrs., 15 mins.) New World Stages, 340 W. 50th St., 212-239-6200; avenueq.com
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Blue Man Group - (Spectacle) The trio of post-modern clowns combines music, comedy and multimedia theatrics to produce a unique form of entertainment. (1 hrs., 45 mins.) Astor Place Theatre, 434 Lafayette St. (so. of Astor Pl.), 800-BLUE-MAN; blueman.com iLuminate - (Spectacle) iLuminate combines state-of-the-art technology with exhilarating dancers who perform in the dark to create a fantastical mashup of illuminated characters, choreography, music, sets and special effects that flood the senses with spectacular visuals and artistic thrills. (55 mins., no intermission) New World Stages, 340 W. 50th St., 212-239-6200; iluminate.com Lost Lake – (Drama) - This world premiere play by Tony- and Pulitzer Prizewinner David Auburn, set in a rundown lakeside rental, is an engrossing and revealing portrait of two strangers bound together by circumstance, MTC at New York City Center – Stage I, 131 W. 55th St., 212-239-6200; manhattantheatreclub.com (From 10/21)
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The Oldest Boy - (Drama) In this world premiere of Sara Ruhl’s new play, the toddler son of an American woman and a Tibetan man is recognized as the reincarnation of a high Buddhist teacher. Cultural differences arise when his parents must decide whether to send him to a monastery in India to begin his training as a spiritual master or keep him home. Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater, 150 W. 65 St. at Lincoln Center, 212-239-6200; lct.org (From 10/16) Poor Behavior- (Play) Smash creator Theresa Rebeck, with notable writing credits for Seminar, Mauritus, and The Understudy, brings infidelity to the forefront of her new play as two couples spend a complicated weekend out of town. Directed by Evan Cabnet. The Duke on 42nd Street, 229 W. 42nd St., 212-279-4200; primarystages.org/poorbehavior (Through 9/7)
Stomp - (Musical) Springing from Brit clubs and an urban aesthetic, this eightmember theatre of percussion has caused sensation after sensation at each of its international appearances—and what can only be called a big bang in the Big Apple. (1 hrs., 45 mins.) Orpheum Theatre, 126 Second Ave. (7th St.-St. Marks Pl.), 800-982-2787; stomponline.com While I Yet Live – (Drama) Written by Billy Porter — the Tony-winning star of Kinky Boots and Angels in America — this new play follows a young man’s coming of age in Pittsburgh amongst a bevy of fascinating and strong-willed women. The cast includes Emmy Award winner S. Epatha Merkerson (Law & Order; Come Back, Little Sheba) and Tony Award winner Lillias White (The Life, Fela!). Primary Stages at The Duke on 42nd Street, 229 W. 42nd St., 212-279-4200; primarystages.org (9/23 through 10/31)
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Sleep No More - (Spectacle) An unconventional backdrop. Shakespeare’s fallen hero. A film noir shadow of suspense. Punchdrunk’s award-winning interactive theatrical experience tells Shakespeare’s classic tragedy of MacBeth through the lens of a film noir movie as theatregoers move through a labyrinth of macabre hotel rooms and public spaces, all the while wearing identical white masks. The McKittrick Hotel, 530 W. 27th St., 866-811-4111; sleepnomorenyc.com
Christopher Sieber brings Matilda the Musical villainess Miss Agatha Trunchbull to life with a fat suit and unsettling, raccoonrimmed eyes. No stranger to evil fairy-tale characters — he created the role of pint-sized meanie Lord Farquaad in Shrek on Broadway, played Gaston in Beauty and the Beast, and was the Wolf in Into the Woods. See listings for more information.
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have two lives,” Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec once said. His first life was as an aristocrat, the offspring of first cousins whose noble but thin bloodlines no doubt contributed to his many physical impairments. But of course it is as an artist—his other existence—that we know Toulouse-Lautrec. Perhaps no one better captured and publicized the Belle Époque of Paris, with its cabarets and dance halls, singers and saucy cancan dancers, brothels, Bohemians and bourgeoisie out for a good time. It’s this Toulouse-Lautrec whose work and life are explored in The Paris of Toulouse-Lautrec: Prints and Posters from the Museum of Modern Art, on view at MoMA through March 22, 2015. Organized by Sarah Suzuki, associate curator in the department of drawings and prints, the exhibition is taken almost entirely from MoMA’s collection of more than 100 prints and posters by Lautrec. Book covers and illustrations, journals, sheet music and theater programs also abound. And always, there are women. Much of Lautrec’s finest work, produced between 1891 and his death in 1901, revolves around the female performers of his day: We see La Goulue (“the Glutton”), who danced the cancan at the Moulin Rouge in see-through knickers; Yvette Guilbert, the singer, with her long black gloves; Jane Avril, the dancer who became Lautrec’s close friend and the only performer he ever depicted off-hours (sitting at the bar, in his poster “Divan Japonais”); prostitutes, also in their off hours, washing up or resting in bed, in his portfolio of softly sympathetic lithographs called “Elles.” “Lautrec was an observer,” Suzuki said, and he showed the prostitutes without the false “gloss” or sexiness the public expected. Consequently, that portfolio was a commercial failure But there was so much else. The artist was “quite prolific,” Suzuki said—all the more remarkable given his early death after a stroke (and years of alcoholic dissipation) at age 36. “To think that he had a mature public career of only 10 years!” the curator said. Short as his life was, it was vastly different from what might have been marked out for him originally. Born in 1864, Lautrec was the product of three lines of French aristocrats—the families of Toulouse, Lautrec and Monfa. Like his father, Henri was no doubt initially expected to lead a life of leisure, riding to the hunt and perhaps indulging occasionally in a dilettante’s gift for drawing. But like one-quarter of his cousins, Henri suffered from various genetic defects, including fragile bones;
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[ Opposite page: Jane Avril. 1893. Lithograph
two falls in his early teens—ordinarily “quite in- trademark caped nocuous,” Suzuki said—broke his thigh bones and coat, red scarf and stunted his growth. He remained four-feet-11- b r o a d - b r i m m e d inches tall, and walked with a cane for the duration hat; the work features the flattened of his life. With the usual vigorous life of an aristocrat not blocks of color and an option for their son, his parents encouraged him the use of clothing to move to Paris, to study art. Soon he was a regular identified with its subject that are among the of the city’s often debauched nightlife, which was hallmarks of ukiyo-e prints. to provide much of his artistic material. His first Lautrec also had a seemingly instinctive feel poster (not in this show) was printed in 1891 and for what posters, essentially advertisements intended for public viewing, had to accomplish. immediately launched his career. Having looked first to Degas, especially, for ar- “The pace of life was picking up,” Suzuki said, and Lautrec understood “the tistic inspiration, Lautrec found The Museum of Modern Art speed with which those images it more lastingly in the 18th11 W. 53rd Street, had to grab you.” Century Japanese woodblock 212-708-9400; moma.org A classic grabber is the (ukiyo-e) print, a form that often chronicled the world of entertainers and transient, 1893 poster of Jane Avril onstage in mid-kick. Lautrec lassoes our attention by extending the daily activities. Early in the MoMA show, for example, we neck of the orchestra’s double bass into a frame see his large-scale 1893 poster of the songwriter- around Avril. (That extended line, Suzuki writes cabaret owner Aristide Bruant, wearing his in the exhibition catalogue, also followed the ir-
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regular outline of the lithographic stone.) Given the lithographic advances of the period, other artists inevitably created prints, but usually as a sideline to their paintings. With Lautrec, the printed work was the equal of painting. (The show includes one Lautrec painting, “La Goulue at the Moulin Rouge,” from 1891-92.) In his prints and posters, “he pushed himself to develop a language that was really his own,” Suzuki said. His printed oeuvre “doesn’t really look like the work of anyone else of this period.” So recognizable was his work that fellow-artist Théophile Steinlen appropriated it in a cover illustration for a Paris periodical in 1893: The illustration showed a top-hatted man stopping to look at Lautrec’s poster of Aristide Bruant affixed to a fence. “That’s a testament to how powerful those images were,” Suzuki said, “and how quickly they were absorbed into the public consciousness.” n The Museum of Modern Art, New York. Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Rodgers, 1961
The Museum of Modern Art, New York. Gift of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, 1946
The Museum of Modern Art, New York. Gift of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, 1946
This page clockwise from left: La Clownesse au Moulin Rouge (The Clowness at the Moulin Rouge). 1897. Lithograph. Femme au tub (Woman at the Tub) from the portfolio Elles. 1896. Lithograph Reine de joie (Queen of Joy). 1892. Lithograph ]
Karin Lipson, a former arts writer and editor for Newsday, is a frequent contributor to The New York Times. Her last article in Promenade was on Re: Collection at the MAD Museum.
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Opening September 26 at the New-York Historical Society, Chinese American: Exclusion/Inclusion looks at the long history of trade and immigration between China and the United States, asking, “What does it mean to be an American?” The exhibition spans the late 18th century to the present and includes all regions of the country, shedding light on the Chinese American role in American history. Above: Jake Lee’s Laborers Working on Central Pacific Railroad (ca. 1950s). See listings for more info.
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MUSEUMS All exhibits are subject to change American Folk Art Museum – Ralph Fasanella: Lest We Forget (through 11/30); Willem van Genk: Mind Traffic (through 11/30). Tues.Thurs. & Sat., 11:30am-7pm, Fri., noon7:30pm, Sun., noon-6pm. Free. 2 Lincoln Square, Columbus Ave. btw. 65th & 66th Sts., 212-595-9533; folkartmuseum.org American Museum of Natural History – Natural Histories (through 10/12); Spiders Alive! (through 11/2); Picturing Science: Museum Scientists and Imaging Technologies (through 1/4); Pterosaurs: Flight in the Age of Dinosaurs (through 1/5). Open daily, 10am-5:45pm. Suggested general admission $22; seniors/students, $17; children 2-12, $12.50. Central Park West at 79th St., 212-769-5100; amnh.org
9/28); Killer Heels: The Art of the High-Heeled Shoe (9/10-2/15); Crossing Brooklyn: Art from Bushwick, Bed-Stuy, and Beyond (10/3-1/4); Judith Scott—Bound and Unbound (10/243/29). Wed., Fri.-Sun., 11am-6pm, Thurs., 11am-10pm. $12 suggested; seniors/students, $8; under 12, free. 200 Eastern Parkway (Washington Ave.), 718-638-5000; brooklynmuseum.org
Fri.-Sun., noon-6pm. $5; students/seniors, $3; under 12, free. 35 Wooster St., 212-219-2166; drawingcenter.org El Museo del Barrio – Playing With Fire: Political Interventions, Dissident Acts, and Mischievous Actions (9/4-1/3); Marisol: Sculptures and Works on Paper, 1955-1998 (10/9-1/10). Wed.-Sat., 11am-6pm. Suggested admission $9; seniors/students, $5; under 12, free. Free admission the third Saturday of every month and for seniors on Wed. 1230 Fifth Ave. (104th St.), 212-831-7272; elmuseo.org
Bronx Museum of the Arts – Shai Kremer: World Trade Center: Concrete Abstract #2 (Fall 2014); Dennis Oppenheim: S-T-A-B- (9/1811/24); Terence Gower: SuperPuesto (through 9/28); Beyond the Supersquare (through 1/11); Rethinking the Garden Casita (through 1/11). Thurs., Sat.-Sun., 11am-6pm, Fri., 11am-8pm. Free. 1040 Grand Concourse (165th St.), 718-681-6000; bronxmuseum.org
Asia Society and Museum – Nam June Paik: Becoming Robot (through 1/4). Tues.-Sun., 11am-6pm, Fri., 11am-9pm. $12; seniors, $10; students, $7 with ID; under 16, free. 725 Park Ave. (70th St.), 212-288-6400; asiasociety.org
China Institute – Mao’s Golden Mangoes and the Cultural Revolution (9/18-4/26). Daily, 10am-5pm, Tues. & Thurs., 10am-8pm. $7; students/seniors, $4; under 12, free. Free admission Tues. & Thurs., 6-8pm. 125 E. 65th St. (Lexington and Park Aves.), 212-744-8181; chinainstitute.org
Brooklyn Museum – Chicago in L.A.: Judy Chicago’s Early Work, 1963-74 (through
The Drawing Center – Thread Lines (9/1912/14). Wed., noon-6pm; Thurs., noon-8pm;
The Frick Collection – Men in Armor: El Greco and Pulzone Face to Face (through 10/26); El Greco at The Frick Collection (11/4-2/1); Masterpieces from the Scottish National Gallery (11/5-2/1). Tues.-Sat., 10am-6pm, Sun., 11am-5pm. $20; seniors, $15; students, $10 with ID; pay-whatyou-wish Sun., 11am-1pm. 1 E. 70th St., 212-288-0700; frick.org Grey Art Gallery – Ernest Cole: Photographer (through 12/6). Tues., Thurs & Fri., 11am6pm, Wed., 11am-8pm; Sat., 11am-5pm. Suggested admission $3. NYU Silver Center, 100 Washington Square East, 212-998-6780; nyu.edu/greyart
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The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum – Under the Same Sun: Art from Latin America Today (through 10/1); Kandinsky Before Abstraction, 1901–1911 (through Spring 2015); ZERO: Countdown to Tomorrow, 1950s-60s (10/101/7); V. S. Gaitonde: Painting as Process, Painting as Life (10/24-2/11); Wang Jianwei: Time Temple (10/31-2/16). Sun.-Wed., Fri., 10am-5:45pm, Sat., 10am-7:45pm. $22; seniors/students, $18; under 12, free, pay what you wish Sat. 5:45-7:45. 1071 Fifth Ave. (89th St.), 212-423-3500; guggenheim.org
The Metropolitan Museum of Art – The Roof Garden Commission: Dan Graham with Günther Vogt (through 11/2); Early American Guitars: The Instruments of C. F. Martin (through 12/7); Cubism (10/20-2/16); El Greco in New York (11/4-2/1); . Sun.-Thurs., 10am-5:30pm, Fri.-Sat., 10am-9pm. Recommended admission $25; seniors, $17; students, $12; under 12, free. 1000 Fifth Ave. (82nd St.), 212-535-7710; metmuseum.org The Morgan Library & Museum - Sky Studies: Oil Sketches from the Thaw Collection (through 12/28); A Certain Slant of Light: Spencer Finch (through 1/11); The Untamed Landscape: Theodore Rousseau and the Path to Barbizon (9/26-1/18); Cy Twombly: Treatise on the Veil (9/26-1/25). Tues.-Thurs., 10:30am-5pm, Fri., 10:30am-9pm, Sat., 10am-6pm, Sun., 11am-6pm. $18; seniors/students/children under 16, $12; 12 & under, free; free Fri., 7-9pm. 225 Madison Ave. (36th St.), 212-685-0008; themorgan.org Museum of American Finance – The Fed at 100 (through Spring 2015). Numerous long-term exhibits are on display, including the Alexander Hamilton Room. Tues.-Sat., 10am-4pm. $8; students/seniors, $5, under 6, free. 48 Wall St. (William St.), 212-908-4110; moaf.org
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Museum of Arts & Design – Multiple Exposures: Jewelry and Photography (through 9/14); What Would Mrs. Webb Do?: A Founder’s Vision (9/23-2/8); Maryland to Murano: Neckpieces and Sculptures by Joyce J. Scott (9/30-3/22); NYC Makers - The MAD Biennial (through 10/12); New Territories: Laboratories for Design, Craft and Art in Latin America (11/4-2/22). Tues.-Sun., 10am-6pm, Thurs.-Fri., 10am-9pm. $16; seniors, $14; students, $12; 18 and under with ID, free; Thurs., 6-9pm, pay-what-you-wish. 2 Columbus Cir. (near Eighth Ave. & W. 58th St.), 212-299-7777; madmuseum.org
Indian-born modernist Vasudeo S. Gaitonde (1924-2001) gets his first retrospective, courtesy of the Guggenheim, beginning October 24. It includes his first Paul Klee-inspired watercolors, signature oil paintings of the 1960s and ’70s, and later works. Above: An untitled work from 1955. See listings for more information. International Center of Photography – At Governors Island: Capa in Color (through 9/28); Sebastião Salgado: Genesis (9/19-1/11). Tues.-Thurs., Sat.-Sun., 10am-6pm, Fri., 10am-8pm. $14; students/seniors, $10; under 12, free. Pay what you wish Fri., 5-8pm. 1133 Sixth Ave. (43rd St.), 212-857-0000; icp.org Japan Society – Garden of Unearthly Delights: Works by Ikeda, Tenmyouya & Teamlab (10/10-1/11). Tues.-Thurs., 11am-6pm, Fri., 11am-9pm, Sat. & Sun., 11am-5pm. $12; students/seniors, $10; free Fri., 6-9pm. 333 E. 47th St., 212-832-1155; japansociety.org
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The Jewish Museum – Masterpieces & Curiosities: A Russian American Quilt (through 2/1); Helena Rubinstein: Beauty Is Power (opening 10/31). Fri.-Tues., 11am-5:45pm, Thurs., 11am-8pm. $15; seniors, $12; students, $7.50; under 12, free; free Sat.; Pay what you wish Thurs. 5pm-8pm. 1109 Fifth Ave. (92nd St.), 212-423-3200; thejewishmuseum.org
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The Museum of Biblical Art – Back to Eden: Contemporary Artists Wander the Garden (through 9/28); Dürer, Rembrandt, Tiepolo: The Jansma Master Prints Collection from the Grand Rapids Art Museum (10/17-1/18); A Bible for Our Nation: American Bible Society, 1816-1830 (10/17-1/18). Tues.-Sun., 10am-6pm. Free. 1865 Broadway (61st St.), 212-408-1500; mobia.org Museum of the City of New York – Mac Conner: A New York Life (9/10-1/11); City as Canvas: Graffiti Art from the Martin Wong Collection (through 9/21); Jeff Chien-Hsing Liao’s New York (10/15-2/15); Letters to Afar (10/22-3/22). Open daily, 10am-6pm. Suggested admission $10; seniors/students, $6; under 12, free. 1220 Fifth Ave. (103rd St.), 212-534-1672; mcny.org Museum of Jewish Heritage - A Living Memorial to the Holocaust – Against the Odds: American Jews & the Rescue of Europe’s Refugees, 1933-1941 (through TBD); A Town Known as Auschwitz: The Life and Death of a Jewish Community (through TBD). Sun.-Tues., Thurs., 10am-5:45pm, Wed., 10am-8pm, Fri., 10am-5pm (through 10/31), 10am-3pm (starting 11/7). $12; seniors, $10; students, $7; 12 & under, free; free Wed., 4-8pm. 36 Battery Pl., 646-437-4202; mjhnyc.org Museum of Modern Art – Conceptions of Space: Recent Acquisitions in Contemporary Architecture (through 10/19); Christopher Williams: The Production Line of Happiness (through 11/2); A Collection of Ideas (through 1/11); Henri Matisse: The Cut-Outs (10/12-2/8); Sturtevant: Double Trouble (11/9-2/22). Sat.-Thurs., 10:30am-5:30pm; Fri., 10:30am-8pm. $25; seniors, $18; students, $14; 16 & under, free. 11 W. 53rd St., 212-708-9400; moma.org Museum of the Moving Image - American Meshuggana (through 9/21); What’s Up, Doc? The Animation Art of Chuck Jones (through 1/19). Weds.Thurs., 10:30am-5pm; Fri., 10:30am-8pm; Sat.-Sun., 11:30am-7pm. $12; seniors/students, $9; children 3-12, $6; children under 3, free; free Fri., 4-8pm. 36-01 35th Ave., Astoria, Queens, 718-777-6800; movingimage.us Museum of Sex – The Eve of Porn: Linda Lovelace (through TBD); FUNLAND: Pleasures & Perils of the Erotic Fairground (through Spring 2015). Sun.-Thurs., 10am-8pm, Fri.-Sat., 10am-9pm. $17.50; students/seniors, $15.25. 233 Fifth Ave. (27th St.), 212-689-6337; museumofsex.com
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National Academy Museum – Annual 2014: Redefining Tradition (through 9/14); Beyond the Classical: Imagining the Ideal Across Time (10/2-1/11). Wed.-Sun., 11am-6pm. $15; seniors/students, $10; under 12, free; free Thursdays. 1083 Fifth Ave. (89th St.), 212-369-4880; nationalacademy.org National Museum of the American Indian, Smithsonian Institution – Robert Davidson: Abstract Impulse (through 9/14); Circle of Dance (ongoing); Infinity of Nations: Art and History in the Collections of the National Museum of the American Indian (ongoing). Open daily, 10am-5pm, Thurs., 10am-8pm. Free. Alexander Hamilton U.S. Custom House, 1 Bowling Green (Broadway), 212-514-3700; nmai.si.edu Neue Galerie – Egon Schiele: Portraits (10/9-1/19). Thurs.-Mon., 11am-6pm. $20; students/seniors, $10; free on the first Friday of every month, 6-8pm. Children under 12 not admitted; ages 12-16 must be accompanied by an adult. 1048 Fifth Ave. (86th St.), 212-628-6200; neuegalerie.org New Museum – Here and Elsewhere (through 9/28); Temporary Center for Translation (through 9/28); Chris Ofili: Night and Day (10/29-2/1). Wed., Fri.-Sun., 11am-6pm, Thurs., 11am-9pm. $16; seniors, $14; students, $10; Pay what you wish Thurs., 7pm-9pm. 235 Bowery (Prince St.), 212-219-1222; newmuseum.org New-York Historical Society – ‘I Live. Send Help.’ 100 Years of the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (through 9/21); Chinese American: Exclusion/Inclusion (opens 9/26); NYC & the Civil War: The New-York Historical Society Pops Up on Governors Island (through 9/28) Madeline in New York: The Art of Ludwig Bemelmans (through 10/13); Annie Leibovitz: Pilgrimage (opens 11/21); A Brief History of New York: Selections from A History of New York in 101 Objects (through 11/30); . Tues.-Thurs., Sat., 10am-6pm, Fri., 10am-8pm, Sun., 11am-5pm. $19; seniors, $15; students, $12; 5-13, $6; under 5, free. Pay-as-you-wish from 6-8pm Fridays. 170 Central Park West (77th St.), 212-873-3400; nyhistory.org New York Public Library (Humanities and Social Sciences Library) – Call 917-275-6975 for a recording of all current exhibitions. Open daily. 42nd St. & Fifth Ave., 212-340-0830; nypl.org New York Transit Museum – Tues.-Fri., 10am-4pm, Sat.-Sun., 11am-5pm. $7; seniors/children 2-17, $5; seniors free on Wednesdays. The Gallery Annex in Grand Central Terminal presents changing exhibitions. Boerum Pl. & Schermerhorn St., Brooklyn, 718-694-1600; mta.info/museum The Noguchi Museum – Isamu Noguchi, Patent Holder: Designing the World of Tomorrow (through 1/4); Highlights from the Collection: Noguchi Archaic/Noguchi Modern (through 1/11). Wed.-Fri., 10am-5pm, Sat.-Sun., 11am-6pm. $10 (pay-what-you-wish first Fri. of the month); students/seniors, $5; under 12, free. 9-01 33rd Rd. (Vernon Blvd.), Long Island City, Queens, 718-204-7088; noguchi.org Queens Museum of Art – Ambassador Satchmo at the World’s Fair (through 9/21); Bringing the World into the World (through 10/11); Behind the Curtain: Collecting the New York Fairs (through Fall 2015). Wed.-Sun., noon-6pm. $8; students/seniors, $4; under 12, free. New York City Building, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, 718-592-9700; queensmuseum.org The Rubin Museum of Art – The All-Knowing Buddha: A Secret Guide (opens 10/3); Witness at a Crossroads (opens 10/16); Francesco Clemente: Inspired by India (through 2/2). Mon., Thurs., 11am-5pm, Wed., 11am-9pm, Fri., 11am-10pm, Sat.-Sun., 11am-6pm. $15 (free Fri., 6-10pm); seniors/students/ artists with ID, $10; under 12, free. 150 W. 17th St., 212-620-5000; rubinmuseum.org Scandinavia House – ICELAND: Artists Respond to Place (10/10-1/10). Tues.-Sat., noon-6pm. Wed. till 7pm. Free. 58 Park Ave. (37th-38th Sts.), 212-779-3587; scandinaviahouse.org
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The 1953 classic Duck Amuck is just one of the films on view during the Museum of the Moving Image’s What’s Up, Doc? The Animation Art of Chuck Jones, featuring original sketches and drawings, storyboards, production backgrounds, cels, and more— all offering insight into his special brand of animated magic. See listings for more information.
Skyscraper Museum – TIMES SQUARE, 1984: The Postmodern Moment (through 1/18). Wed.-Sun., noon-6pm. $5; seniors/students, $2.50. 39 Battery Pl., 212-968-1961; skyscraper.org Society of Illustrators – Spectrum (through 10/18); Air Force Art (through 10/18); Dick Dillin - Underated Comic Genius (through 11/1). Tues., 10am-8pm; Wed.-Fri., 10am-5pm; Sat., noon-4pm. $10; seniors/students, $5; under 12, free; free Tuesdays, 5-8pm. 128 E. 63rd St., 212-838-2560; societyillustrators.org The Studio Museum in Harlem – Charles Gaines: Gridwork 1974-1989 (through 10/26); Material Histories: Artists in Residence 2013-2014 (through 10/26); Vantage Point: Expanding the Walls 2014 (10/26); Harlem Postcards: Kelvin De Leon, Delphine Diallo, Heather Hart, and Albert Vecerka (through 10/26). Thurs.-Fri., noon-9pm, Sat., 10am-6pm, Sun., noon-6pm. Suggested donation $7 (free on Sun.); seniors/students, $3; under 12, free. 144 W. 125th St. (Lenox Ave.-Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Blvd.), 212-864-4500; studiomuseum.org The Ukrainian Museum – No Other Home: The Crimean Tatar Repatriates (through 10/5); In Shevchenko’s Land (through 10/26); Taras Shevchenko: Poet, Artist, Icon (1814–1861) (through 11/2); Life in Wood (through 11/9). Wed.-Sun., 11:30am-5pm. $8; seniors/students, $6. 222 E. 6th St., 212-228-0110; ukrainianmuseum.org Whitney Museum of American Art – Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (through 10/19); Shaping a Collection: Five Decades of Gifts (through 10/19); Edward Hopper and Photography (through 10/19); Collecting Calder (through 10/19). Wed.-Thurs., Sat.-Sun., 11am-6pm, Fri., 11am-9pm. $20 (pay-what-you-wish Fri., 6-9pm); seniors/students/ages 19-25, $16. 945 Madison Ave. (75th St.) (through October; moving downtown in Spring 2015), 212-570-3600; whitney.org Yeshiva University Museum – Monument to A.D. Gordon, by Mimi Weinberg (through 12/28). Sun., Tues. & Thurs., 11am-5pm; Mon., 5-8pm; Wed., 11am-8pm; Fri., 11am-2:30pm. $8; seniors/students: $6. Free Mon., Wed. (5-8 pm) & Fri. 15 W. 16th St., 212-294-8330; yumuseum.org
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ART GALLERIES COLLECTIBLES All exhibits subject to change Alexandre Gallery - Specializing in works by early 20th-century American artists, with a focus on the Stieglitz Group. John Walker (Fall 2014). Tues.-Sat., 10am-5:30pm. 41 E. 57th St., 212-755-2828; alexandregallery.com Ameringer | McEnery | Yohe - International contemporary art. Markus Linnenbrink (9/4-10/4). Tues.-Sat., 10am-6pm, and by appointment. 525 W. 22nd St., 212-445-0051; amy-nyc.com Blum and Poe - Contemporary, diversified works by cutting edge game changers in the art world. Karel Appel (9/6-11/1). Tues.-Sat., 10am-6pm. 19 E. 66th St., 212-249-2249; blumandpoe.com Bruce Silverstein - Both Chelsea spaces focus on contemporary artists, both established and emerging. 24th St.: Eileen Neff: A Prologue (9/12-10/25). 20th St.: Bruce Silverstein / 20 (through 10/1 by appointment only). 535 W. 24th St., 212-627-3930; 529 W. 20th St., 3rd Floor, 646-695-2900; brucesilverstein.com Ceres Gallery - Contemporary art. 2014-2015 season opener with works by Heidi Kumao and Shirley Steele (opens 9/2). Tues.-Sat., 12pm-6pm, Thurs., 12pm-8pm. 547 W. 27th St., Suite 201, 212-947-6100; ceresgallery.org Cheim & Read - International contemporary artists. Jenny Holzer: New Painting and Sculpture (9/11-10/25); Louise Bourgeois: Suspension (opens 10/30). Tues.-Sat., 10am-6pm. 547 W. 25th St., 212-242-7727; cheimread.com ClampArt - Modern and contemporary art. Tues.-Sat., 10am-6pm. 531 W. 25th St., 646-230-0020; clampart.com Dorian Grey Gallery - Showcasing emerging artists with a focus on street art styles. Tues.-Sat., 12-7pm, Sun., 12-6pm. 437 E. 9th St., 516-244-4126; doriangreygallery.com Gagosian Gallery - Modern and contemporary art, including works by de Kooning, Hirst, Picasso, Twombly, and Warhol. Tues.- Sat., 10am-6pm. 980 Madison Ave. (76th-77th Sts.), 212-744-2313; 555 W. 24th St., 212-741-1111; 522 W. 21st St., 212-741-1717; 821 Park Ave. (75th St.), 212-796-1228; 104 Delancey St.; gagosian.com Galerie Lelong - Contemporary art. Kate Shepherd: Fwd: The Telephone Game (9/12-10/18). Tues.-Sat., 10am-6pm. 528 W. 26th St., 212-315-0470; galerielelong.com
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On view at the Palitz Gallery through October 30, Karl Schrag: Memories and Premonitions is one of the first examinations of the artist's work since his death in 1995. The exhibition contains 20 works including Schrag's drawings, paintings, and prints from the Syracuse University Art Galleries, which maintains the only complete collection of the artist's graphic output, and is reflective of his masterful handling of the figure, landscape, still-life scenes, and the evocative power of his vision. The works in the exhibition convey the artist’s ability to see the landscape as if for the first time — and the surprise of that special view. See listings for more information.
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Hasted Kraeutler - Contemporary gallery representing all mediums and artists from around the globe. Kwang Young Chung (9/4-11/1). Tues.-Fri., 11am-5pm, and by appointment. 537 W. 24th St., 212-627-0006; hastedkraeutler.com Hauser & Wirth - Emerging and established contemporary artists. 18th St.: Monika Sosnowska: Tower (9/5-10/24). 69th St.: Rite of Passage: The Early Years of Vienna Actionism, 1960 – 1966 (9/9-10/25). Tues.-Sat., 10am-6pm. 32 E. 69th St., 212-794-4970; 511 W. 18th St., 212-790-3900; hauserwirth.com Sean Kelly Gallery - Exhibits by important, challenging contemporary artists. Laurent Grasso (9/13-10/18); Isabel Nolan (9/13-10/18); Marina Abramovic
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(10/25-12/6); Jose Dávila (10/25-12/6). Tues.-Fri., 11am-6pm; Sat., 10am-6pm. 475 Tenth Ave. (25th St.), 212-239-1181; skny.com
McCarthy: Double Deck Monty Carlo (through 9/10). Tues.-Sat., 10am-5:30pm. 545 W. 25th St., 212-463-8634; marlboroughchelsea.com
Koenig & Clinton - This Chelsea gallery shines a light on contemporary international art makers. Lily van der Stokker (9/4-10/18); Ridley Howard (10/30-12/13). Tues.-Sat., 11am-6pm, and by appointment. 459 W. 19th St., 212-334-9255; koenigandclinton.com
Barbara Mathes Gallery - 20th-century, and contemporary American and European masters. Gallery Selections (through 10/24). Tues.-Fri., 9:30am-6pm; Sat. 10am-5pm. 22 E. 80th St., 212-570-4190; barbaramathesgallery.com
Luhring Augustine - Late-19th century to contemporary American and European art. Chelsea: Roger Hiorns (9/5-10/18); Zarina Hashmi (10/25-12/6). Bushwick: Ragnar Kjartansson and The National: A Lot of Sorrow (9/11-12/21). Chelsea: Tues.-Sat., 10am-6pm; Bushwick: Thurs.-Sun., 12pm-6pm. 531 W. 24th St., 212-206-9100; 25 Knickerbocker Ave., Brooklyn, 718-386-2746; luhringaugustine.com Maccarone - Contemporary art gallery in Greenwich Village. Otto Muehl (opens in September).Tues.-Sat., 10am-6pm. 630 Greenwich St., 212-431-4977; maccarone.net Marlborough Chelsea - Contemporary art. Marlborough Monaco - Mike Bouchet and Paul
Moeller Fine Art Ltd. - 19th- & 20th-century masterworks. Summertime (through 9/19). Mon.-Fri., 10am-6pm; Sat., 11am-5pm. 35 E. 64th St., 212-644-2133; moellerfineart.com The Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology - Exposed: A History of Lingerie (through 11/15). Tues.-Fri., noon-8pm; Sat., 10am-5pm. Seventh Ave. at 27th St., 212-217-4558; fitnyc.edu The Pace Gallery - 20th-century art, including works by Calder, Noguchi, Picasso, Rauschenberg, Rothko, and many others. See website for upcoming exhibitions. 32 E. 57th St., 212-421-3292; 534 W. 25th St., 212-929-7000; 508 W. 25th St., 212-989-4258; 510 W. 25th St. 212-255-4044; pacegallery.com
Palitz Gallery - Karl Schrag: Memories and Premonitions (through 10/30). Mon.-Fri., 10am-6pm; Sat., 11am-4pm. Syracuse University Joseph I. Lubin House, 11 E. 61st St., 212-826-1449; nyc.syr.edu Petzel Gallery - Contemporary exhibitions, performances. Allan McCollum: The Shapes Project: Perfect Couples (through 10/4); John Stezaker (10/9-11/8); Sean Landers (11/1312/20). Tues.-Sat., 10am-6pm. 456 W. 18th St., 212-680-9467; petzel.com Taymour Grahne Gallery - A Tribeca gallery specializing in international contemporary art. Tarek Al-Ghoussein: K Files (9/16-11/9). 157 Hudson St., 212-240-9442; taymourgrahne.com Tibet House U.S. Gallery - Exhibitions dedicated to Tibet's unique cultural and spiritual heritage. Weight of Happiness (9/5-10/16). 22 W. 15th St., 212-807-0563; tibethouse.us Yossi Milo Gallery - Contemporary photography. Marco Breuer: Zero Base (9/4-10/25). Tues.-Sat., 10am-6pm. 245 Tenth Ave. (24th-25th Sts.), 212-414-0370; yossimilo.com
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a hiStory of the future: the new landScaPe of cliMate change OPeNiNg NOveMber 6, 2014
Palitz gallery syracuse university Lubin House 11 east 61st street, New York city the Palitz gallery is a member of the syracuse university Art galleries
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He’s the founder and driving force of the Baryshnikov Arts Center on West 37th Street. “I never knew that it would bloom into such a formidable institution,” he says. “It’s really very exciting.” By Sylviane Gold orty years ago, when Mikhail Baryshnikov slipped out the back door of a Toronto theater, leaving behind family, friends, and a thriving career in the Soviet Union, it wasn’t to make a political statement. It wasn’t because he craved fame outside Russia or the wealth attainable in America and Europe. He was itching for the opportunity to try new things as a dancer, to work with Western choreographers, to expand his repertoire. And over the ensuing decades, he did just that, performing new ballets by Jerome Robbins and Twyla Tharp, exploring modern and post-modern dance with Alvin Ailey and Aszure Barton. This artistic restlessness, this hunger for novelty, is the driving force behind the Baryshnikov Arts Center. Located on West 37th Street, in the neighborhood once known as Hell’s Kitchen, the Baryshnikov Arts Center was founded in 2005 as an unabashedly idealistic enterprise for fostering and developing artistic talent. BAC alumni can now be found dancing, directing, concertizing all over town. Heading into BAC’s tenth season, Baryshnikov expresses surprise at the way the center has grown.
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“I never knew that it would bloom into such a formidable institution,” he says. “We have a great group of people working here, and we have a lot of plans, and it’s really very exciting.” For this season, the plans include the United States premiere of a contemporary Russian play about a pair of long-married couples, Illusions, by Ivan Viripaev. The translator and director, Cazimir Liske, is an American with “a really extraordinary story,” Baryshnikov says. “This young man went to Russia to study the craft and art of being an actor at the Moscow Art Theatre School and stayed for 10 years, learned the language, and started to perform in Russian on television and in the theater.” Liske is one of some 160 international and local artists who have come to BAC for residencies that allow them space and time “to go deeper into their craft.” Baryshnikov is a keen observer of this process. “It gives me a jolt of energy to see young people – not just young people, people of different ages – create. I am an interpretive person; I’m not a director or a choreographer. But I like to create opportunities for those people.” He’s very involved in the selection process, but after that, it’s hands-off: “To leave the artist
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alone is the best way to help,” he says. As founder and artistic director of the center, Baryshnikov can’t just spend his time in BAC’s studios and theaters watching his protegés at work; administrative and artistic matters keep him at his desk, too. “You have to do it,” he says. “When I am in New York, I’m in the office from nine to five, or nine to nine or to 11 in the evening. It is, you know, 24-7.” He’s proud that after some financial difficulties early on, BAC Baryshnikov Arts Center is operating in bacnyc.org the black. It’s not because the programming is any less innovative than it was at the start, or because prices have jumped. Composer Stephen Vitiello’s Light Readings, a multi-media sound and light installation, will be free. Tickets for Chalk and Soot, a collaboration between choreographer John Heginbotham and composer Colin Jacobsen performed
by Dance Heginbotham, the string quartet Brooklyn Rider and vocalist Carla Kihlstedt, are priced at $25 and $30. BAC, Baryshnikov says, “is now my main job.” But fans around the world know that he hasn’t entirely abandoned performing, mostly as an actor. “It is all kind of about you and your internal quest for something,” he says. By contrast, he points out, his work at BAC includes a “very dedicated group of people. We are doing this together, and everyone has a role. We are all responsible collectively.” Then he laughs. “Of course, because it’s my name on it, I’ll be responsible for the failures.” n
[ The Baryshnikov Arts Center’s Fall Season ] Illusions: Play by Ivan Viripaev, Sept. 17-20; 23-24. Chalk and Soot: Dance/Music by Dance Heginbotham and Brooklyn Rider, featuring Carla Kihlstedt, Oct. 9-11. BAC Space: Work-in-progress showings by 22 a rtists-in-residence, Nov. 3-22. Light Readings: Ambient sound installation by composer Stephen Vitiello, Dec 8-18, with live performance Dec 9. Phyllis Chen: Program includes music for clavichord, accordion, toy piano, toy dulcimer, and music boxes, Dec.10. Sylviane Gold has written about the arts for The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, USA Today and Dance Magazine. Her last piece in Promenade was on ABT’s Calvin Royal III.
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[ Wendy Whelan with Craig Hall in Christopher Wheeldon’s Liturgy ]
Good bye, Wendy By a longstanding tradition, the dance takes precedence over the dancer at New York City Ballet. Other ballet companies boast of their star performers; NYCB promotes its choreography first and announces the casting later. There’s an exception this fall for the incomparable Wendy Whelan, who has become, over her 30 years with the company, its unofficial prima ballerina assoluta. She gives her final performance as a City Ballet principal on October 18, and, as is the custom whenever a cherished dancer retires, Whelan will plan her farewell program herself. She has a lot to choose from, although her recent hip surgery will probably shorten the list of possibilities. Her repertoire has ranged from Swan Lake and The Nutcracker to Herman Schmerman and The Seven Deadly Sins; about a third of her 60-odd roles were created specifically New York City Ballet for her by an all-star nycballet.com roster of contemporary choreographers, most notably Christopher Wheeldon. They chose her knowing that her musical intuition, sinuous line, and exceptional flow would make their work look great. Flowers will fly and tears will flow at Lincoln Center’s Koch Theater as Whelan says goodbye to NYCB. But the fall season, which begins September 23 and ends October 19, offers other opportunities to savor her artistry, as well as new ballets from Alexei Ratmansky, Liam Scarlett, Justin Peck, and others. Like Baryshnikov before her, Whelan is moving on to explore modern dance. And the choreographic treasure trove at NYCB, which offered them both an artistic home, will undoubtedly be feeding other great dancers to come. — Sylviane Gold
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a bold autumn at the Met Among the season’s choices, a broadly romantic Le Nozze di Figaro (James Levine conducting) and two vastly different Macbeths: Verdi’s demanding Macbetto and Shostakovich’s daring Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk. By Martin Bernheimer
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f all goes as hoped, the Metropolitan Opera opens its season on Sept. 22 with Le Nozze di Figaro, a.k.a. The Marriage of Figaro. But this cannot be just another Mozartian marriage at Lincoln Center. Richard Eyre, the British mastermind who helped bring Mary Poppins to London and Broadway in 2004, has decided to take certain liberties with Mozart’s eternal comedy of errors—and eros. The convoluted plot now unfolds in a 19thcentury manor house in Seville, sometime during what the Met calls “the gilded age of the late 1920s.” Rob Howell has designed a revolving set which, the company promises, will “keep the story bubbling along.” The Met, which has been performing Figaro in a conventional manner since 1894, has decided not to go for
Baroque this year. Forget palatial 18th-century ritual and conservative elegance. Although the new Figaro may look unfamiliar, it won’t sound that way. After all, James Levine is presiding in the pit, for 10 performances through October 25. And therein lie several tales. Levine, now 71 (still relatively young as conductors go), conducted Figaro a record 67 times before the current season, the first time back in 1985. An unrepentant workaholic, he has led a total of 2,448 opera presentations here so far, not to mention varied engagements in concerts. On numerous occasions, he also has played the piano for recitals and chamber-music ventures. Serious medical problems forced his withdrawal from Met action a few years ago, and many feared his career had ended. But, man-
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[ Opposite page from left: Ildar Abdrazakov in the title role of Mozart’s Le Nozze di Figaro Anna Netrebko sings Lady Macbeth in Verdi’s Macbetto
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ning a unique motorized wheelchair, he managed a triumphant comeback in May, 2013, his energy and idealism apparently—almost miraculously— unimpaired. Aficionados who feel Mozart must be performed these days in a semblance of the authentic period manner—that is, with intimacy, delicacy and linear ornamentation of prime importance— may find Levine’s Mozart broadly romantic in nature, generous in emotive character and oldfashioned in style. For an opera house that accommodates nearly 4,000, however, Levine’s relative reliance on grandeur makes its own musical sense. And, it should be remembered, grandeur need not preclude sensitivity. Peter Gelb, Levine’s nominal boss at the Met, has said that the maestro “may be the greatest opera conductor in history.” Even without inhouse hyperbole, Levine’s place in the musical pantheon is secure. The cast for Figaro—the Met blurb labels it “dazzling”—features Ildar Abdrazakov as the basso-protagonist who used to function as the clever barber of Seville created by Beaumarchais (and recreated by Rossini). Marlis Petersen impersonates his wily bride, Susanna, with Peter Mattei as his quasi-antagonist, the libidinous Count Almaviva. Mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard dons the traditional trousers of the roguish adolescent Cherubino. The most surprising principal is Marina Poplavskaya, an often temperamental Russian soprano possibly cast against type as the gently nostalgic Countess Almaviva. Shakespeare’s Macbeth returns to the Met this fall in two drastically different incarnations, the first direct and the second quite distant. Verdi’s Macbetto, which opens on September 24, is, essentially, a melodious simplification of the dramatic
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tragedy. Dmitri Shostakovich’s Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk, which returns on November 10, is a relatively modern, daringly abrasive variation on the epochal Shakespearean theme: a desperately assertive woman, driven to murder. Verdi worshipped Shakespeare, and the finest fruit of the composer’s worship involved the ultimate masterpieces of his old age: Otello (1887) and Falstaff (1893). Sadly, he did not live to attempt a setting of King Lear. Compared to these profoundly complex challenges, Macbetto, written in 1847, seems basically straightforward and essentially conventional. Still, the inherent sparks of genius are stunning, especially in the musical portraiture of Lady Macbeth. Verdi makes her brood, languish and exult with compelling, even compulsive intensity. In contrast, the other characters seem vaguely stereotypical, no matter how beautiful their vocal lines, and the orchestra follows more than it leads. Still, Lady Macbeth dominates every scene. The fiercely demanding role is serenely lyrical one moment, brutally dramatic the next. It requires the dark tones of a mezzo-soprano, the brilliant top notes of a heroic soprano and, even more unlikely, the feverish bravado of a coloratura specialist. A successful interpreter must command a ravishing pianissimo at one extreme, a gushing fortissimo at the other. Singers who succeed in every aspect are rare. The obvious raison d’être for the Met revival is the international prima-donna du jour, Anna Netrebko of Krasnodar, Russia. She has graduated in recent seasons from light soubrette specialties to more serious, more demanding trials, none as risky as this one. Reports from Munich, where she tried out the part during the summer festival, suggest a genuine triumph, especially in
the eerie Sleepwalking Scene. We shall hear…. The Met surrounds its star with a vital cast led by the Serbian baritone Željko Lučić in the title role, with René Pape as Banquo and Joseph Calleja as Macduff. Fabio Luisi conducts, and the engrossing semi-abstract production, first seen in 2007, is the work of Adrian Noble. Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk (1934) is based on a daring novel by Nikolai Leskov that explores the provincialism and the oppression of women in 19th-century European society, incorporating elements of both expressionism and verismo in the process. Initially successful, the opera eventually prompted the composer’s condemnation by the Communist Party in Moscow. Denounced by none less than Joseph Stalin, Shostakovich’s masterwork was banned for nearly 30 years. Much of the rejection entailed the overtly sexual text and tone of the piece, and shock was expressed beyond the Soviet Union. In 1935, a writer for the New York Sun dismissed the score as “pornophony.” Even Igor Stravinsky disapproved, dismissing Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk as “lamentably provincial.” The composer tried in vain to defend his work in general, and his portrayal of an “immoral” heroine in particular, on social grounds, citing the injustices of pre-revolutionary Russia. The striking Met production, staged by Graham Vick and first admired in 1994, serves as a stellar vehicle for the magnetic Dutch soprano Eva-Maria Westbroek. The strong American tenor Brandon Jovanovich plays her lover and co-conspirator, Sergei. James Conlon, who had led the company premiere, conducts yet again. It bodes well. n Pulitzer Prize winner Martin Bernheimer covers music in New York for the Financial Times. His last piece in Promenade was on summer music in the city.
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PERFORMING ARTS CULTURAL CENTERS Please call the box offices for show times. All listings subject to change. 54 Below – Christine Ebersole (9/8, 10-13, 17-18 & 20); Kate Taylor (9/16); Tony DeSare (9/30, 10/1, 3-5); Jeremy Jordan (10/27-11/1); Christine Andreas (11/18-22). 254 W. 54th St., 646-476-3551; 54below.com American Ballet Theatre – Thirteen Diversions (10/22, 24, 26 & 11/1); Liam Scarlett World Premiere (10/22, 24, 26, 28, 11/1-2); Raymonda Divertissements (10/23, 25, 28, 29 & 11/1); Jardin aux Lilas (10/23, 25-26); Seven Sonatas (10/25, 30, 11/1-2); Bach Partita (10/29-30 & 11/2); Fancy Free (10/23, 25); Sinfonietta (10/2425, 28, 30, 11/1-2); Gaîté Parisienne (10/29, 11/2).Metropolitan Opera House, Amsterdam Ave. & 64th St., 212-362-6000; abt.org Apollo Theater – Harlem Healthy Soul Festival (9/13); Africa Now! South Africa Mainstage Concert (10/11); Irvin Mayfield, Jr. & The New Orleans Jazz Orchestra (11/8); Ballet Hispanico CARMEN.maquia (11/22); One Love! Bob Marley Tribute Concert (11/29). 253 W. 125th St. btw. Seventh & Eighth Aves., 212-531-5300; apollotheater.org Barclays Center – Luke Bryan (9/14); The Weeknd (9/19); The Black Keys (9/23-24); Judas Priest (10/9); Demi Lovato (10/27); Disney on Ice Presents Frozen (11/11-16); Justin Timberlake: The 20/20 Experience World Tour (12/14). 620 Atlantic Ave. (Flatbush Ave.), Brooklyn, 917-618-6700; barclayscenter.com
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Beacon Theatre – Natalie Merchant (9/13); Pink Martini (9/18); Tedeschi Trucks Band (9/1927); Bunbury (9/21); Jackson Brown (10/7); Drive-By Truckers (10/17); Kevin James (10/19); The Allman Brothers Band (10/21-28); His Holiness the Dalai Lama (11/3-4); Alt-J (11/16). 2124 Broadway (74th-75th Sts.), 212-465-6225; beacontheatre.com
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The Mac is back! For the first time in 16 years, Christine McVie (far right) will be joining Mick Fleetwood, Stevie Nicks, Lindsey Buckingham, and John McVie as Fleetwood Mac brings their “On With the Show” tour to Madison Square Garden on October 6 & 7. Other performers coming to the Garden include the Eagles, Cher, Eric Church, and more. See listings for more information.
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Brooklyn Academy of Music – The Philip Glass Ensemble & Steve Reich and Musicians (9/9-11); riverrun (9/17-20); Robert Plant and the Sensational Shapeshifters (9/27-28); Jodi Melnick (9/29); Alan Smithee Directed This Play (9/3010/4); QUANTUM (10/2-4); Shakespeare’s Sonnets (10/7-12); L.A. Dance Project (10/16-18); Angels in America (10/23-25); Six Characters in Search of an Author (10/29-11/2); Birds with Skymirrors
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(11/19-22). Peter Jay Sharp Building and BAM Rose Cinemas: 30 Lafayette Ave.; BAM Harvey Theater: 651 Fulton Ave.; BAM Fisher: 321 Ashland Place, 718-636-4100; bam.org Carnegie Hall – Berliner Philharmoniker (10/1-2, 5-6); Music of Darius Jones (10/3); Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra (10/11); American Symphony Orchestra (10/15); Ladysmith Black Mambazo (10/18-19); Cross Border Orchestra of Ireland (10/30); The New York Pops (11/14); Anne-Sophie Mutter: Mutter Virtuosi (11/11, 18). 57th St. & Seventh Ave., 212-247-7800; carnegiehall.org Jazz at Lincoln Center – Roy Haynes Fountain of Youth Band (9/11-14); Monty Alexander: Jazz Around the West Indies (9/17-21); Chucho Valdés, Pedrito Martinez & Wynton Marsalis (9/18-20); Bill Frisell: This Land (9/19-20); The Heath Brothers (9/25-28); Nicholas Payton Trio (10/9-12); DIVA: Swingin’ it Forward! (10/17-19); The Brazilian Duke Ellington (10/2425); Rubén Blades (11/13-15). Broadway and 60th St., Time Warner Center, 212-721-6500; jalc.org
SUPER SONIC MUSIC BOX: “Melody Transformed” (11/15); CONTACT!: John’s Playlist (11/17); Mozart and Shostakovich (11/20-22); Hilary Hahn and Beethoven’s Seventh (11/26, 28-29); Very Young People’s Concert (11/30, 12/1). Avery Fisher Hall, Broadway & W. 65th St., 212-875-5709; nyphil.org The Public Theater – Rock Bottom (through 10/11); The Fortress of Solitude (9/30-11/2); Father Comes Home From the Wars (Parts 1, 2 & 3) (10/1411/16). The Public Theater, 425 Lafayette St. (btwn. E. 4th St. and Astor Place), 212-539-8500; publictheater.org Radio City Music Hall – America’s Got Talent (through 9/17); Jason Mraz and Raining Jane (9/22-23); Train (9/25); Flow 2014 (9/27); Roberto Carlos (10/3); Lykke Li (10/4); Bastille (10/9-10); Radio City Christmas Spectacular (11/7-12/31). 1260 Sixth Ave. (50th St.), 212-247-4777; radiocity.com
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts – White Light Festival: St. Matthew Passion (US Premiere) performed by the Berliner Philharmoniker (10/7-8); Chalk and Soot (New York Premiere) performed by Dance Heginbotham and Brooklyn Rider (10/9-11); Vesper performed by Rundfunkchor Berlin (10/10); Ecstatic Journeys performed by RizwanMuazzam Qawwali (10/11);The Rite of Spring (New York Premiere) performed by Basil Twist (10/15-18); Sonic Tapestry performed by Roomful of Teeth (10/21); How Like an Angel (US Premiere) performed by Circa and I Fagiolini (10/22-24); Krzysztof Kieslowski’s Decalogue (10/24-26); The Evolution of Mortality (10/25); Curlew River (US premiere) performed by Ian Bostridge (10/30-11/1); Incantation performed by Cantus (11/2); One True Vine performed by Mavis Staples (11/4); Cathedrals of Sound performed by Gewandhaus Orchestra of Leipzig (11/9); Winterreise (New York premiere) performed by William Kentridge (11/11). Various venues. Visit website for details. 212-875-5000; lincolncenter.org Madison Square Garden – Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers (9/10); Luke Bryan (9/12); Cher – D2K Tour (9/19-20); Enrique Iglesias & Pitbull (9/25); Eric Prydz: Epic 3.0 (9/27); Bassnectar (10/4); Fleetwood Mac: On With the Show (10/6-7); Aziz Ansari: Modern Romance (10/9); Eric Church (10/17); Mötley Crüe (10/28); I am Hardwell (11/15); Billy Joel (various dates through 12/18). 4 Pennsylvania Pl. (Seventh Ave. & 32nd St.), 212-465-6741; thegarden.com New York City Ballet – George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker™ (11/281/3/15). David H. Koch Theater, Columbus Ave. & 63rd St., 212-496-0600; nycballet.com
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The Joyce Theater – Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland (through 9/14); Cia. Unión Tanguera (9/23-10/5); Pacific Northwest Ballet (10/8-12); Lar Lubovitch Dance Company (10/15-19); Aspen Santa Fe Ballet (10/22-26); Soledad Barrio & Noche Flamenca (10/29-11/9); American Dance Machine for the 21st Century (11/11-16); Complexions Dance Company (11/18-30). 175 Eighth Ave. (19th St.), 212-242-0800; joyce.org
From October 7-November 11, Lincoln Center’s White Light Festival returns with a slate of 30 performances, including the U.S. premiere of Peter Sellars’ production of St. Matthew Passion with Simon Rattle and the Berliner Philharmoniker. Pictured here is the William Kentridge-designed model for the performance of Winterreise, which features 24 animated films that complement Franz Schubert’s haunting 24-song cycle for voice and piano. See listings for more information.
New York City Center – Fall For Dance Festival (10/8-19); Four Seasons: A Spinning Planet (11/22). 130 W. 56th St., 212-581-1212; nycitycenter.org
The Theater at Madison Square Garden – An Evening With Charles Aznavour (9/20); Prince Royce (11/15); Gran Combo y Grupo Niche: 2 Leyendas de la Salsa (11/26). 4 Pennsylvania Plaza (Seventh Ave. & 32nd St.), 212-465-6741; theateratmsg.com
New York Philharmonic – La Dolce Vita: The Music of Italian Cinema (9/16-17); Charlie Chaplin’s Modern Times: The Tramp at 100 (9/19-20); Alan Gilbert Conducts Mahler’s Symphony No. 1 (9/23, 26-27 & 30); Alan Gilbert Conducts Nielsen (10/1-3); Lisa Batiashvili Plays Brahms (10/9-11 & 14); Esa-Pekka Salonen Conducts The Firebird (10/16-18); Philharmonic Ensembles at Merkin Concert Hall (10/19, 11/23); Lang Lang Plays Mozart (10/21); Bronfman, Bartók, and Bruckner (10/23-25, 28); Copland, Rouse, and Boléro (10/30-11/1); Show Boat (11/5-8); Joshua Bell (11/12-15, 18);
The Town Hall – 3 ACTS 2 DANCERS 1 RADIO HOST with Ira Glass, Monica Bill Barnes, and Anna Bass (9/10-12); Strange & Beautiful: A Celebration of the Music of John Lurie, The Lounge Lizards, and Marvin Pontiact (9/27); Chris Thile and Edgar Meyer (10/11); Yiddish Jazz with Andrey Makarevich (10/17-18); Cameron Carpenter (10/23); Judy Collins Live! (10/25); James Vincent McMorrow (11/10); Steve Hackett: Genesis Extended 2014 World Tour (11/14); Ani DiFranco (11/15); Milton Nascimento (11/18). 123 W. 43rd St., 212-840-2824; thetownhall.org
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The Internationals
Affluent buyers from around the world are heating up the Manhattan luxury market. By Karli Petrovic
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Who is buying In regards to purchasing real estate, Manhattan entices residents of certain countries more frequently than others. Daniel Hedaya, president of Platinum Properties, a family-owned boutique brokerage that has worked extensively with international clients, says that who has an interest in Manhattan depends on the state of foreign currency. “New York has always been an international city,” Hedaya explains. “You see people from different epicenters of the world more frequently than others. Asia and Europe always
have a steady pace of foreign buyers coming in. Asian buyers from China and Singapore are most prevalent right now, but we still see people from Europe and South America on a regular basis.” Hedaya’s sentiments mirror those of other brokers, developers and investment companies that have an interest in local real estate. Western and Southern Europe, Brazil and Asia tend to be the biggest players, and Germans, Israelis and Canadians are consistent investors. “It’s always very interesting to see where people are coming from,” says Naftali Group executive Matthew Van Damm. “It’s always ebbed and flowed. Sometimes it becomes trendy in certain places to buy in Manhattan. There are a lot of factors, but New York is in a very healthy place. The amount of buyers coming in and the different reasons for why they’re coming in makes for exciting times.”
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“International buyers look at New York real estate as a good investment,” says Armanda Squadrilli, a licensed associate real estate broker with Douglas Elliman Real Estate, who is fluent in a number of languages, including Italian, French and Spanish, and works with a high volume of European clients. “Manhattan, especially, is a good place to buy for the future as well as the present, and foreign buyers feel that way as well. It’s not just about the financial part. There’s the enjoyment part, too.” Certainly some are looking for money-making investments in a stable economy, but, as Squadrilli notes, others, eager to experience the Manhattan lifestyle, opt for an enchanting pied-à-terre in a world-class city. International students from wealthy families often forgo the lackluster college dormitory to make up a segment of the renters market, as well. When it comes to selecting a property, however, not all real estate is created equal. In fact, Richard J. Steinberg, a broker with Warburg Realty and host of HGTV’s “Selling New York,” estimates that 95% of foreign purchasers choose residences with enticing amenities packages. And, he says, “It’s not about the purchasing,” say Steinberg, whose international clientele skyrocketed from 25% foreign buyers five years ago to 60% today. “It’s about taking money from an unstable economy and putting it in what is arguably the most stable economy in the world. It’s like putting your money in a CD or bank account. For that reason, co-ops are not an option. Many co-ops require you to disclose your wealth and have other restrictions that would cause international buyers to be rejected as applicants. Instead, they are taking their money and parking it in houses and condos.” Where they’re buying Domestic and foreign purchasers may differ in their buying habits, but they have at least one maxim in common: location, location, location. “Foreign buyers want to know one thing,” Steinberg says. “How close am I to Central Park?” When listing the most popular areas, real estate pros all mentioned Central Park. Other top choices for foreign buyers included Midtown/Times Square area, the Upper East Side, Wall Street/Financial District, the Upper West Side and the 57th Street corridor. To certain international clients, trendy properties in Tribeca and the Meatpacking District
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are highly regarded, and those who want a small York, and they can’t get financing here. So you charming space with some history flock to the have these clients who are paying all cash for deals, West Village. Daniel McInerney, Vice President and it creates a market where locals have trouble of Taconic Investment Partners, an owner, opera- competing.” tor and developer of local real estate, has noticed Steinberg agrees, saying, “Unfortunately, fora similar trend. He was surprised at the amount eign buyers are pricing many Americans and New of foreign interest the company’s The Sterling Yorkers out of the market. They’re willing to pay Mason project in Tribeca has garnered, primarily five, six or seven thousand dollars per square foot, among buyers in the U.K. and China. “Tribeca and developers are using those prices as baseline. has traditionally been a local market,” McInerney Coops are different. It’s like a ‘Tale of Two Cities.’ says. “It’s a hidden jewel. You have to travel here to understand it, but more people are hearing about it and coming to understand it. Anyone who is looking for a luxury property, Tribeca has to be on their list.” Although some brokers insist it’s a mixed bag on what certain international populations are keen to buy, other real estate pros have noticed intriguing trends. Ofer Yardeni, co-chairman and CEO of Stonehenge Partners, explains that many people are interested in Manhattan neighborhoods that are familiar. “For[ “Everyone has a different opinion about what neighborhood is for them,” says Douglas Elliman’s Armanda Squadrilli, who helps buyers find homes eigners from the Far East come to like 130 Jane Street #1H. “I sell a ton in the West Village. areas like Times Square and MadI think this appeals to Europeans because it’s smaller scale in terms of height. It’s more like what they’re used to in Europe.” ] ison Square Garden because they feel at home,” he says. “Russians like more glass There’s the condo and house market, and then you than the Germans, who prefer old-style design with have the old standard co-ops that attract American buyers.” Despite the increased competition, many new amenities.” Piquet Realty’s Cristiano Piquet works with brokers and developers maintain that local buyers a large number of clients from Brazil, where the drive the majority of market sales. After all, the local real estate is “practically untouchable.” To city’s many elegant neighborhoods will always be these buyers, he says the United Nations and desirable for everyone. Upper East Side areas carry the most cache. Santo “As a resident of Manhattan for 36 years myRosabianca at WIRE International Realty, a first- self, I find it a great place to live at any stage in life,” generation Italian-American, says that his Italian Squadrilli says. “The apartment I live in now—at clientele are conservative buyers who prefer the 350 Bleecker Street in the West Village—I bought Financial District. “Nine times out of ten, they for my mother 20 years ago. She was in her midwould rather have the least attractive apartment in 70s and from Rome. It was a perfect place for her. a prime neighborhood over a luxurious, attractive I’ve lived there for some 15 years, and it’s a perfect place for me. Manhattan isn’t more for one demoapartment in a less desirable neighborhood.” graphic or another or one age or another. Anyone What it means for the market can make a wonderful life at any stage and any With all the international interest in New York real age. There are so many cultures, and there’s so estate, already elite properties are becoming even much diversity. I encourage anyone who is thinkmore expensive. “International buyers often come ing of investing to consider Manhattan. There is in and pay for properties all in cash,” Hedaya ex- so much to offer, and you never get tired of what’s plains. “They want to keep their money in New available.” n Dee Harper/Douglas Elliman Photography
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anhattan real estate has always drawn out the local and global elite, but the rise of $10 millionplus homes has upped the ante and redefined the price of luxury. And few properties rival the penthouse when it comes to the have-it-all lifestyle. Especially if the penthouse has a prime Fifth Avenue location with lofty panoramic views of Central Park, a 16-foot high glass conservatory and a 47-foot wrap-around terrace with an English Garden. With the $11 million
duplex penthouse at 1158 Fifth Avenue, buyers can expect all of the above and more. Perched atop a white-glove prewar cooperative complete with doorman and concierge, the manor house boasts high ceilings and bathes in natural light. The property includes four bedrooms, four full bathrooms, a butler’s pantry, a breakfast room and a solarium with solid-brass French doors and one of the home’s two wood-burning fireplaces. Other special luxuries include a chef’s kitchen, a grand gallery, formal dining space and a corner
living room, which houses the second fireplace. The master bedroom contains an en suite bathroom. It also offers access to the conservatory, which integrates architectural details that evoke Paris’ Crystal Palace, the Cooper-Hewitt and the San Francisco Conservatory. “From the glass conservatory, one can see grand vistas of Central Park to as far as the George Washington Bridge,” says Nikki Field, senior global real estate advisor and associate broker for Sotheby’s International Realty. “In the evening,
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[ At 1158 Fifth Avenue, the wrap-around terrace is accented by tumbled blue stone and a spectacular English garden that spans more than 900 square feet. The dining room is perfect for entertaining large groups. The expansive chef’s kitchen is conveniently adjacent to a butler’s pantry and a breakfast room, but the biggest perk is the master bedroom, which opens into a climate-controlled glass conservatory that can be comfortably enjoyed throughout the year ]
there is the enjoyment of starlit skies or in the day the pleasure of the interior year-round blooms of hibiscus, a lemon tree and rose bushes. Summer never ends in the conservatory.” In a penthouse, flora can be as important as the interior finishes, and the real treat at 1158 Fifth Avenue is on the terrace. “The impressive penthouse garden is impeccably landscaped with a mimosa tree, many specimen perennials and charming annuals. The views from this garden are no less than breathtaking,” Field says, adding that one can see “the architecture of the West Side skyline along with the beautiful serpentine curves of the reservoir” and that “the home is a unique treasure offering the finest space and features for everyday living or grand entertaining.” Buyers who have children in private schools will appreciate the short commute to the city’s most prestigious academies. The closeness to Museum Mile provides an unexpected perk for art aficionados. The sellers Pamela and Richard Scurry were enchanted by the home for a different reason. As they recently told the New York Times, it was love at first sight because Richard got the outdoor space he craved, while Pamela could fit her 20-person sized antique table in the dining area. “It wasn’t just an apartment; it was like a home on top of a building,” she says. n
Perfect Pied-à-terre Where: Upper East Side; 140 East 63rd Street, 14B Why: “The Barbizon is a storied New York City building that dates back to the 1920s and has been beautifully re-imagined, maintaining white glove status over the years,” says Douglas Elliman listing agent Jennine Gourin. “The central Manhattan location, spacious floor plan and natural light throughout offer luxury living and modern conveniences that are perfect for a jet setter, family gatherings or someone who simply wants a stunning place to entertain. For fitness buffs, there’s an Equinox and Soul Cycle downstairs in addition to a beautiful private salon gallery and screening room.” How Much: $6,975,000 How Spacious: More than 2,600 square feet that includes three bedrooms and thee-and-a-half baths. What’s Nearby: The property is located three blocks from Central Park Additional Selling Points: The building is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and has a Romanesque style that includes rosewood flooring, architectural beamed ceilings, French casement windows, custom Arco of Italy closets and built-in bookshelves. – Karli Petrovic
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Photo courtesy of Austrian Tourist Office/ Andreas Bruckner
I could have danced all night...
In imperial Vienna, that is, where courtly balls are essential to the capital’s luxurious lifestyle. By Ruth J. Katz
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Aside from their shining footwear and white gloves, the young people looked like any of their peers across the globe—shafts of puce hair, multiple earrings in places other than lobes, ripped and frayed jeans, you get the picture. Yet, when the lofty Strauss melody began, they gracefully floated like nobility with regal bearing, as if they were gliding on ice skates. And so I “got it,” that the waltz is virtually in the DNA of the Viennese and my hosts merely wanted to share their illustrious culture. Enamored of the Strauss clan, anyhow, and having fallen in love with our own New York City Ballet’s evening of romantic, Vienna waltzes, I vowed to return one day to cut a waltz rug properly.
And so I did, this past February. Waltz culture in Vienna is 200 years old (it was at the Congress of Vienna in 1814-15 that balls began to flourish) and the city is the uncontested ball capital of the cosmos. Annually, this erstwhile seat of the Habsburg monarchy, hosts some 450 events, from high society cotillions to carnival-like revelries (there is now also a gay and lesbian gala, the Rainbow Ball), attended by thousands of guests. I wangled an invitation to the second zinger Tourist Office/ Peter Haut Photo courtesy of Austrian
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ome years ago, I visited glorious Vienna and much to my astonishment, my hosts had arranged for me to take a dance class (!) on a Sunday morning. I good-naturedly agreed to “learn to waltz” (seriously, though, who doesn’t know the box step?) as I figured that they weren’t sure what to do with me on a Sunday morning, when Austria’s citizenry—predominantly Roman Catholic—would be in church. Well, what a revelation I had at the Tanzschule Elmayer (Thomas Elmayer School of Dance), Vienna’s most prestigious (the city boasts over 30 such schulen). My “professor” informed me that the seemingly willowy waltz commanded a grueling, aerobic 90 beats per minute. It was an adrenaline-charged lesson and as I shambled to the exit, I skirted several bustling classrooms, teeming with teens, donning polished dance shoes.
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[ Opposite page, top: Wiender Kaffeesieder Ball at the Imperial (Hofburg) Palace; bottom, the debutante presentation and opening ceremony at the ball This page, clockwise from top: The old-world café at the Hotel Sacher; the hotel’s legendary Sacher Torte; the majestic Wiener Staatsoper (opera house), located on the elegant Ringstrasse. ]
rooftop foyer, with its magnificent view over the gables of nocturnal Vienna, all caressed by moonbeams. Back on the dance floor at midnight, I was grateful for my dance lessons, because starting at 12 and scheduled throughout the soiree, the orchestra offered up a quadrille and le tout Vienna participated in this ceremonial frolicfest. The most popular is the Johann Strauss quadrille from Die Fledermaus, and the dance is, by any standard, complicated, jaunty, and arduous because the orchestra plays it over and over, each time at a quicker tempo. Let’s just say that at 4 am, I was ready to toss my Cinderella slippers and head to the legendary Café Landtmann, where traditionally a plate of tangy goulash caps the evening (or initiates the morning). But imperial, regal Vienna has so much more to offer. Having enjoyed the Strauss Fledermaus melodies, I could not possibly leave the city without a performance at the majestic, Neo-Renaissance-style Wiener Staatsoper, the renowned opera house, with its grand marble stairways, opulent frescoes, and ormolu-encrusted décor; my evening there was sheer heaven. You cannot be at the opera and not sashay across the lane to the renowned Hotel Sacher for a slice of its eponymous, devilishly sin-
ful Sacher torte. Another must is a visit to the celebrated Spanish Riding School, where weekday mornings you can delight in viewing the feted Lipizzaner stallions in their daily workout, practicing their balletic, rhythmic moves. And lest I overlook the rich offerings of Vienna’s museums: The Sigmund Freud Museum, the Jewish Museum Vienna, the Kunsthistorisches (art history) Museum, and the Imperial Palace. I could go on and on...but I just have to return to this grand city. And on my next trip, I will trip the light fantastic with a sparkling crown on my tresses. n
[ the details ] vienna.info, austria.info, kaffeesiederball.at Tickets to balls vary from as little as € 55 for students to as much as € 250 for the Opera Ball. Additionally, one pays for table-seating, food, and drinks. Photo courtesy of the Austrian Tourist Office
most prestigious ball of the season (which more or less corresponds to Lent), the Coffeehouse-Owners’ Ball (Wiender Kaffeesieder, held since 1956), staged at the imposing Hofburg Palace. Arriving as we did in a gilded, ebony, polished-to-luminosity fiaker (horse-drawn carriage), I only wished I had donned a tiara (O.K., it would have been crafted with Swarovski crystals, not diamonds), along with my layers of tulle and lace. Blanketed in cushy, scarlet carpets, the entryway was a sea of splendor; the festival hall, the main venue for the ball, was commanding. The opening ceremonial pageant enthralling, with beribboned, august dignitaries trailed by a procession of hundreds of glowing debs in swirls of snow-white, gossamer organza, escorted by their venerable dance partners in tails. (And should any wardrobe malfunction occur with those ball gowns—or yours!—event organizers have several seamstresses-cum-sewing machines ready to stitch up a torn hem, an errant strap, or a ripped seam.) After the first few exhilarating turns on the overflowing dance floor, I took the “scenic tour” of the palace, inspecting the warren of chambers for merry-making and the dozens of palace apartments with ball activities—from the pulsating discos in the lower level to the stylish bar in the
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New York City is teeming with celebrities, but there’s only one place you can guarantee yourself some star-spotting: Madame Tussauds in Times Square. They recently unveiled a new, state-of-the-art music experience featuring wax figures such as Adele, Katy Perry, Rihanna, Lady Gaga, and Justin Timberlake, and interactive elements such as live drums, an electric guitar, and a performance stage with microphone and spotlights. And don’t miss the Marvel Super Heroes 4D Experience! See our Madame Tussauds listing for more information.
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Sightseeing 9/11 Memorial Museum – Expanded over about 8 acres of the 16-acre site, the memorial includes two acre-size square reflecting pools, featuring North America’s largest manmade waterfalls cascading down the eight sides of the pools. In the spaces the towers previously occupied, there’s a cleared space for gatherings and special ceremonies called the “Memorial Grove,” and over 400 swamp white oaks including the “Survivor Tree,” a callery pear nursed back to health following the attacks. For admission information, visit 911memorial.org or call 212-266-5211. Liberty St. and Greenwich St.
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9/11 Tribute Center – A museum created by the September 11th Families’ Association conveying
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first-person experiences of 9/11. Guides are 9/11 family members, survivors, lower Manhattan residents, recovery workers, and volunteers. Walking tours are available to the 9/11 Memorial, sharing the history of the World Trade Center, the events of 9/11 and aftermath. Limited 9/11 Memorial passes available. 120 Liberty St., 212-393-9160; tributewtc.org
Bateaux New York – Sail Manhattan’s surrounding waters and catch up-close, stunning views of the city on Bateaux. The Full Moon Dinner Cruise (9/8, 10/8, 11/6, and 12/6) treats you to an unforgettable evening at sea with gourmet dining, a luxurious and abundant wine selection, and quality
entertainment. Pier 61, Chelsea Piers at 23rd Street, 866-817-3463; bateauxnewyork.com
Bike and Roll NYC – An exciting way to exercise and see the sights, Bike and Roll operates rentals and tours out of numerous convenient locations in Manhattan and Brooklyn. Pedal through Central Park, cruise the Brooklyn Bridge, and visit the 9/11 Memorial. Kids’ equipment available. Call or visit website for additional locations. Central Park at Columbus Circle, 212-260-0400; bikenewyorkcity.com Circle Line Downtown – Offering the ultimate tourist sea excursion, the Circle Line
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CitySightseeing Cruises – A fun and comfortable way to see New York City. Join them on tours around the island of Manhattan that showcase the architecture, history, and culture of the Big Apple. Whether you’re on a tight schedule, have time to spare, or are looking for a relaxing evening out, they’ve got the perfect cruise for you. Pier 78, 12th Ave. & W. 38th St., 212-445-7599; citysightseeingnewyork.com CitySights NY – Experience unobstructed views, of New York City with hop-on, hop-off flexibility atop signature double-decker buses that glide by main attractions and top neighborhoods. Buses are enhanced with state-of-the-art sound systems and dedicated, knowledgeable guides who know the ins-and-outs, and even some fascinating anecdotes of the metropolis’ best-known spots. City Sights also feature combo tickets, day trips, and more. They offer 11 different audio tracks on certain tours for your language preference. 212-812-2700; citysightsny.com
tour options that include breathtaking views of the Statue of Liberty, NY Harbor, the Chrysler Building, Central Park, Columbia University, the George Washington Bridge, Yankee Stadium and the Financial Center. Reservations are recommended. Customized after-hours tours available upon request. Downtown Heliport (Pier 6 & the East River), 212-355-0801; heliny.com
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Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum – The museum complex includes the 900-foot-long aircraft carrier with seven full decks and four theme halls; the guided missile submarine Growler; an extensive aircraft collection including the A-12 Blackbird and the British Airways Concorde; and the Space Shuttle Pavilion, which allows visitors to get up close to the Space Shuttle Enterprise. Upcoming events
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Downtown’s ZEPHYR sails the harbor with a narrated tour of landmarks, including the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, and more. The ZEPHYR Statue of Liberty Express departs daily at 10am, 11:15am, 12:30pm, 2pm, 3:30pm. A 5pm departure is available through September. See the leaves change around the city on the Fall Foliage Cruise during October and November. Check website for specific cruise dates. 212-742-1969; circlelinedowntown.com
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Discovery Times Square – NYC’s first largescale exhibition center presenting educational and immersive exhibit experiences while exploring the world’s cultures, art, history and events. Post-exhibit, check out the DC Cupcakes Cafe where you can indulge in treats from Georgetown Cupcakes, open from 11am-7pm. Current exhibitions: Body Worlds: Pulse; The Art of the Brick; Marvel’s AVENGERS S.T.A.T.I.O.N. 226 W. 44th St., 866-987-9692; discoverytsx.com Empire State Building – From the Observatory on the 86th floor, reached by express elevator in less than a minute, Manhattan is an unforgettable spectacle day or night. You’ll enjoy the panoramic view, which, on a clear day, reaches 80 miles in each direction. Visitors may also enjoy the free changing exhibits in the lobby. Daily, 8am-2am; last elevator at 1:15. $29; $26 (seniors, 62+); $23 (6-12); free (under 5). 350 Fifth Ave. (34th St.), 212-736-3100; esbnyc.com Gray Line Sightseeing Tours – Daily tours by open-top deluxe double-decker buses and luxury coaches including the All Loops Tour, a 2-day ticket hop-on and off with 50+ stops from Times Square and Broadway to Harlem to Brooklyn. 777 Eighth Ave. btw. 47th & 48th Sts.; PABT, 42nd St. & Eighth Ave.; Grand Central, Park Avenue btw. 41th & 42th Sts., 800-669-0051; newyorksightseeing.com Helicopter Flight Services Tours – Fly high above New York City via helicopter and get one of the best views around. They offer three helicopter
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include: Operation Slumber (9/27); Objects in Coversation: A Collections Exhibition (through December). Pier 86, W. 46th St. & 12th Ave., 212-245-0072; intrepidmuseum.org
brand-new double-decker bus complete with licensed live tour guides and a state-of-the-art sound system. Pier 83, W. 42nd St. and 12th Ave., 888-603-8298; metrosightseeingny.com
Liberty Helicopter Tours – Thrilling airborne tour options in modern jet helicopters including The Big Apple ($150/person); New York, New York ($215/person); Romance/VIP Tour ($995/ person). Switch it up with the Soar and Sail/ Big Apple, a combo package, which includes a helicopter and harbor cruise experience. Tours depart Monday – Saturday from 9am-6:30pm and Sundays from 9am-5pm. Reservations required for 6 or more passengers. Downtown Heliport (Pier 6 & the East River), 800-542-9933; libertyhelicopter.com
New York Botanical Garden – One of America’s foremost public gardens, with 50 gardens and plant collections situated on 250 acres. Upcoming events include: The Haunted Pumpkin Garden (9/2010/31); Kiku: The Art of the Japanese Garden (10/2-26); Holiday Train Show (Opens Nov. 15). Tues.-Sun., 10am-6pm; closed Mon. except federal holidays. 2900 Southern Boulevard, The Bronx, 718-817-8700; nybg.org
Madame Tussauds New York – Rub elbows with the Hollywood elite, sports heroes, and political heavyweights…well almost. At Madame Tussauds, you can view and take snapshots with over 200 wax replicas of your favorite stars. Visit the museum’s Cinema 4D experience that puts you in the midst of all the action, including adventures with Marvel Super Heroes. Open 365 days a year. $36; $29 (4-12). 234 W. 42nd St. (Seventh-Eighth Aves.), 866-841-3505; madametussauds.com/newyork Metro Sightseeing Bus Tours – The best way for tourists and New Yorkers alike to immerse themselves in the culture and history of New York City. The two-hour bus tour offers an in-depth look into the iconic landmarks of the city on a
New York Water Taxi – Tours include the Hop-On/Hop-Off pass, with stops at Fulton Ferry Landing, South Street Seaport, Battery Park, Greenwich Village (Christopher St.), and West 44th St., the Statue of Liberty Express, Statue by Night, and many more. 212-742-1969; nywatertaxi.com OnBoard Tours – NY See It All! is NYC’s most comprehensive 5-1/2-hour tour, which combines driving with short walks and includes a cruise to see the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, and more. Departs at 10am & 12:30pm. $89.99; under 12, $69.99 (Fri.-Sun., $99.99/$79.99). Other tours include NY See the Lights!, NY See the Best (including the Empire State Building—without the lines) and the Jersey Gardens Shopping Tour. 212-852-4821; onboardnewyorktours.com
On Location Tours – On Location Tours creates tours that allow people to feel as though they are part of a TV show or movie, by being able to shop, eat, drink, and dance at the sites seen on both the big and small screens. Choose from the New York TV and Movie Tour, the Central Park Movie Tour, the Sex and the City Hotspots Tour, the Sopranos Sites Tour, and more. 212-683-2027; onlocationtours.com Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Times Square – Ripley’s isn’t for those with a weak stomach. With 18,000 square feet of astonishing artifacts and exciting interactive exhibits—including the world’s largest collection of shrunken heads, New York’s only laser maze and the new Willard Wigan microminiature sculpture collection that is so small it takes 400 times magnification to be seen properly— you’ll witness the juggernaut of human oddities and mind-blowing wonders from real life stories. Open daily, 9am-1am. 234 W. 42nd St. (Seventh-Eighth Aves.), 212-398-3133; ripleysnewyork.com Rockefeller Center - Considered one of the outstanding architectural achievements in the world, the internationally famous landmark is renowned for its exquisitely maintained Art Deco ornamentation. The 70–story masterpiece is the GE Building (“30 Rock”), decorated inside and out with murals and reliefs celebrating Wisdom and the advances in electronic communication. The Lower Plaza offers summer dining in a garden setting, below street level in the shadow of one of New York’s great landmarks. Overlooking it all is Paul Manship’s famous 18-foot,
If you’d like to see the city from the water, hop aboard New York Water Taxi. Their tours include: the 1-hour Statue of Liberty Express ($30); the Statue by Night Tour (daily at 7:30pm; $30), which goes past the Statue of Liberty, the Brooklyn Bridge, and more with a complimentary champagne toast and cash bar; and private charter options. With the Hop-On/Hop-Off option (departing every 45 minutes, from approx. 10am-6pm), disembark wherever and whenever you want along the route to visit the Intrepid Museum, the 9/11 Memorial Museum, Times Square, South Street Seaport, DUMBO, the Brooklyn Bridge, Governors Island, National Museum of the American Indian, Museum of Jewish Heritage, New York Crystal Palace, Hudson River Park, and more. 877-979-2542; nywatertaxi.com With Circle Line Downtown, you can enjoy a narrated harbor tour including views of the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building and more on board the luxurious, recently remodeled ZEPHYR. See our listings for information, and their website for special cruises offered throughout the autumn. 877-979-2542; circlelinedowntown.com
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eight-ton gilded bronze statue of Prometheus. Fifth to Sixth Ave. btw. 48th & 51th Sts., 212-632-3975; rockefellercenter.com Skyline Segway Tour – New York’s only Segway tour, offering amazing skyline views of the city from New Jersey’s 1,212-acre waterfront Liberty State Park. Sights include the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, the Central NJ Railroad, the George Washington Bridge, the High Line park, and the Empty Sky 9/11 Memorial, among others. Tours depart from Battery Park at State & Water Sts., and include a 20-minute Segway-riding lesson. Battery Park, 212-260-0400; skylinesegway.com Spirit Cruises – Spirit Cruises is New York’s most vibrant and entertaining dining vessel. Its bountiful buffets, stunning skyline and Statue of Liberty views and non-stop DJ music provide a one-of-a-kind New York experience. Lunch and dinner cruises daily. Upcoming cruises include: Fall Foliage Lunch Cruises (10/18, 11/1); Santa Lunch Cruise (12/13). Chelsea Piers, 23rd St. & the Hudson River, 866-483-3866; spiritofnewyork.com Statue Cruises – The Statue of Liberty is officially open. Visitors have access to Liberty Island,
including the grounds, pedestal, the statue, and limited areas on Ellis Island. Statue Cruises also offers up to 20 Statue of Liberty Harbor Tours every day, offering the closest possible views of famed New York City landmarks with on-board National Park Service Rangers lending their valuable expertise to passengers. 877-523-9849; statuecruises.com Sugartooth Tours – A dessert-only walking tour of NYC. Sugartooth Tours is structured to include no more than 16 people per tour, keeping the experience intimate and conversational. Visitors can expect to be taken to some of the most famous dessert locations in NYC, as well as some of the best-kept secret sweet spots. In addition to tasting a minimum of six neighborhood delicacies on each tour, a thorough historical and culinary background is included at each stop via a licensed NYC tour guide. Call or visit website for schedule. 917-856-6761; sugartoothtours.com Top of the Rock – Capture the most comprehensive and stunning view of the city up to 70 floors above street level at Rockefeller Center. Top of the Rock is chockfull of modern, innovative features, with three decks featuring outdoor terraces and indoor space. Open daily, 8am-midnight. Last
elevator at 11pm. Reserved-time tickets available. 30 Rockefeller Plaza, (W. 50th St. btw. Fifth & Sixth Aves.), 877-692-7625; topoftherocknyc.com World Yacht – With a fleet of four beautiful vessels, World Yacht is an idyllic setting for romantic dinners, dinner parties, Sunday brunches — with a complimentary mimosa, of course — and more. Each vessel is climate-controlled and offers a two-level dining room, dance floor, and spacious outdoor decks. Dinner cruises sail year round; guests enjoy a four-course dinner, breathtaking views of New York City skyline, music and entertainment. Upcoming events: Thanksgiving Dinner Cruise (11/27). Pier 81, W. 41st St., 212-630-8100; worldyacht.com Yankee Stadium Tours – Tour the home of the 27-time World Champion New York Yankees, a fantastic destination for all ages. Bring your group or family and experience all that the new Yankee Stadium has to offer, including Monument Park — where you’ll see legendary Yankees’ monuments, plaques, and retired numbers — and the Yankees Museum Presented by Bank of America, with World Series trophies, rings, and baseball artifacts. Yankee Stadium, 1 E. 161st St., 646-977-8687; yankees.com/tours
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dining on the city’s
best mediterranean cuisine
The Mediterranean Sea provides a culinary bounty for the nations that surround it – Greece, Lebanon, Israel, the north coast of Africa, and the southern shores of France and Italy. In this sun-drenched part of the world, hills are filled with olives and wild herbs, sheep and goats provide meat and cheese and, of course, there are all the fish in the sea. The Mediterranean diet has long been espoused as the healthiest in the world, but it is also one of the tastiest. Here we explore eight New York City restaurants offering the best in Mediterranean cuisine.
By Marian Betancourt
Begin with Artisanal Cheese Molyvos While Greek yogurt has become the most consumed yogurt in the world, less is known about Greece’s rich variety of cheeses, other than feta. Try an artisanal Greek cheese plate at Molyvos, a fine dining establishment near Carnegie Hall for 17 years. Graviera Kritis from Crete is a semi-hard sheep’s milk cheese, a bit crumbly and nutty served with some Cretan honeycomb. Kasseri from Livadia is a medium-hard, pale yellow sheep and goat cheese accompanied by sourcherries preserves. Collaborating Chef Diane Kochilas, host of Greece’s most popular cooking show, Ti Tha Fame Simera Mama?
[ At Molyvos, Executive Chef Carlos Carreto and Collaborating Chef Diane Kochilas ]
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dish inspired by Ikaria, known to Greeks as the Longevity Island. Seasonal greens such as chard or spinach are combined with a mix of fresh herbs and fennel, leeks, onions, scallions, some grated butternut squash, then wrapped in phyllo and brushed with olive oil. It is served as a mezze or small plate, but works as a side dish, too. At Molyvos, there are daily selections such as Lavraki, a lean and tender fish from Greece that may be charcoal-grilled with lemon and olive oil, served with greens like chard. This fish is also delicious pan-seared with wild mushrooms, grilled red onions, and a baby green salad with kalamata vinaigrette. A terrific salad of Baby Beets with yogurt cheese, micro greens, is dressed with extra virgin olive oil. The Stuffed Cabbage is always a crowd pleaser, a delicious blend [ Baby Beets withYogurt Cheese ] of ground lamb, beef, and pork, with Arborio rice, wrapped in cabbage leaves and served with spiced yogurt sauce and sprinkled with paprika.
(What Are We Going to Eat Today Mom?), together with Executive Chef Carlos Carreto, has revamped the Molyvos menu with some new dishes. For example, Kochilas created Octopus Stifado Ravioli when she welcomed unexpected company at home and “all I had in the fridge was an octopus.” Inspired by a classic dish called Octopus with Short Pasta, the fish is braised in a sauce of tomato, grape molasses, red wine, whole slow-cooked cippolini onions, and warm spices before being surrounded by the ravioli dough. Diane’s Longevity Wild Greens Pie is a new
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Small Plates with Big Flavor first thing each day by Chef Amitzur Mor to be sure the chickpeas are properly soaked and correct amounts of salt, olive oil, lemon juice, a bit of garlic and tahini, a sesame paste that he gets from the West Bank, are just right. They serve 40 pounds a day of this Middle Eastern delicacy that has become an international favorite. Hummus and other dips such as tzatziki, made of cucumber and yogurt are [The dining room at Ililli; served with flat bread. The manouche, a pizza-like dish with lamb and sesame seeds ] falafel, crisp deep-fried little balls of ground chickpeas, Ilili parsley, garlic and tahini have a refreshing Cheese is only one green flavor. of the mezedes Barbounia, which means red mullet or small plates in Greek, offers a cross section of Middle so popular in Eastern fare. One seafood treasure is the Mediterranean Grilled Octopus Appetizer dressed with restaurants. Phillipe Morroccan olives, red onion, oregano, sherry Massoud, Chef/ vinegar and labneh. Beets are roasted in the Owner of the taboon, a traditional Middle Eastern oven and elegant Ilili downtown, which features the salad is served with orange slices and Lebanese cuisine, believes in sharing many a scoop of yogurt cheese. Middle Eastern dishes at the table. If dining with family and Okra Stew is one of Chef Mor’s favorite friends, try the Mezze Royale, a very large things to eat and he keeps it on the menu assortment meant for sharing with treats as an accompaniment for striped bass. He like Mouhamara, a dip made with walnuts, dries fresh okra in the fridge or the sun, then sun-dried peppers, and pomegranate sears it in hot oil before braising slowly in molasses; Kibbeh Nayeh Beirutieh, steak fresh tomato sauce. Another favorite is Lamb tartar with onion and mint, and Manouche, Kebab Terracotta, roasted tomatoes, grilled similar to pizza but made with lamb and onions, tahini and pine nuts covered with flat sesame seeds. Fresh-baked pita and dipping bread, baked in the brick oven. sauces such as a tangy mix of sumac, yogurt, and pomegranate, complete the table. Periyali Try the Kafta. The traditional dish of At Periyali in the Flatiron district, Chef spiced ground beef and lamb, served with Charles Bowman presides in the kitchen. ratatouille, sumac garlic whip, and sumac This charming, medium sized Greek restauonions, is quite wonderful. Warm Eggplant is rant is divided into several rooms, creating an a side dish so good you will want seconds. intimate, yet open atmosphere. Mezze here Light, crisp pieces of fried eggplant are includes crisp and tangy toasts with feta, combined with tomato, scallions, and olive and tomato, zucchini fritters, and spanatamarind molasses. Another side in great kopita, little spinach pies. And the chef adds demand is Brussels Sprouts prepared with a secret ingredient to his hummus—a touch grapes, fig jam, walnuts, mint and yogurt. of red wine vinegar to kick it up a notch. Periyali’s octopus appetizer is marinated Barbounia On the small plate menu at Barbounia on Park Avenue South, is the hummus, tasted
[ Periyali’s garden room ]
in red wine and charcoal-grilled to become tender, sweet yet sharp, comfort food. And on the fish menu, Grilled [The Octopus Appetizer Sea Bass is served with at Periyali ] rice or orzo. Try the Charcoal Grilled Lamb Chops with roasted potatoes and fresh rosemary—the heady rosemary aroma alone will keep you satisfied for some time before you dig into the tender and juicy meat.
Da Marcella Guests come to Da Marcella, a Mediterranean Taverna below street level and just across from Radio City Music Hall, for tapas such as Classic Bruschetta with San Marzano tomatoes and Croquettas de Jamon, tasty little ovals of potato and ham. [ Da Marcella’s dining room ]
For a main dish, Chef [ Red and Golden Beets “Carpaccio” ] Francisco Mueses adds a mysterious bit of heat to Da Marcella’s Linguine alle Vongole with baby clams, which makes the flavors of the pasta and clams more intense. And for traditional grilled fish, Branzino Intero al Forno, is an oven-roasted Mediterranean sea bass with garlic and rosemary, presented to the table whole and then filleted. Beets, both red and gold, are chef favorites. The Carpaccio di Rape con Feta Greca salad is a menu staple. Red and golden beets “carpaccio,” sliced paper thin, are dressed with feta cheese, endive, and arugula.
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Olive Oil Tastings
[The dining room at Marseille ]
[ Il Buco’s dining room ]
Il Buco The Mediterranean is rich in olives and olive oil, and at Il Buco, a small country-style restaurant downtown with copper pots hanging from overhead pipes, and wood farm tables and benches, try a tasting of three imported olive oils with a basket [ Hand-rolled Pasta Ribbons ] of freshly-baked breads. For example, Il Buco’s “Viridens” 2011 Harvest, is a deep emerald, full bodied, spicy and nutty oil. The Sicilian “Biancolilla,” a light elegant oil, is floral and fragrant. (You can also buy these oils at the restaurant’s new branch Il Buco Alimentari Salumi on the next block.) Keeping the olive theme going is a popular appetizer of a plate of olives, marinated in fennel pollen with rosemary and lemon zest. To change things up, the house-made Egg Pasta Ribbons are served with chanterelles. There is always a crudo on the menu, such as Tuna Crudo with citrus or avocado, and Salmon Crudo with horseradish and haricot vert. Chef Joel Hough particularly loves preparing fish and
Gambas, a dish of pan-fried prawns in Trapanese (Sicilian) coarse sea salt, is a signature, as is the Seppioline, cast-iron seared baby cuttlefish with English peas, saffron, and squid ink. Try the lovely and light Fava Bean Salad with mint, olive oil, pea shoots, and curls of pecorino cheese. The beans are delicate and tender.
Tavola Oil from Sicilian Castelvetrano olives stars at the new Tavola in Hell’s Kitchen, in what used to be the famous Italian grocery, Manganaro. Shelves still line the walls but are now stocked with Chef/Owner Nicola Accardi’s olive oils and other imports from Sicily, where he grew up. The oil is served with fresh baked bread and do try a plate of the olives, too. Rice Balls at Tavola are a culinary treasure. Risotto prepared with saffron is formed around a small bit of shrimp or veal, wrapped in cheese. Coated in Panko bread crumbs and deep fried, they are tender, crisp and light, served with a simple marinara dipping sauce with some added cream. Try the hand-rolled Pappardella with Sicilian Pesto, made with Sicilian anchovies, roasted almonds, and wild fennel topped with shavings of pecorino. Tavola’s twin wood ovens are the largest in the city, made with stone from Mount Vesuvius. In fact they are named Vesuvius and Etna, the latter being for fish cooked simply with herbs and olive oil. (Vesuvius is the hotter [ Fresh Buratta ]
[ The shelves are stacked with olive oils inTavola’s dining room ]
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oven, where a pizza takes only 90 seconds to bake, so the chefs don’t blink.) Sicilian eggplant, which is rounder and lighter in color than others, is a main ingredient in Caponata along with celery, peppers, Castelvetrano olives and ricotta salata.
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Bouillabaisse Marseille If you cannot get to Marseille, where bouillabaisse, a Mediterranean fish soup was created, the [ The two-step Bouillabaisse ] next best thing is the restaurant Marseille, in the theatre district. With red lampshades on the bar, framed photos of Marseille on the walls, polished tables, and a center mirrored carousel, you’ll be transported to that Mediterranean city. Bouillabaisse, a melting pot of fish and shellfish in a rich tomato-saffron broth with potatoes, leeks, garlic, and rouille, is a complicated dish. First you enjoy the rich broth of saffron and other spices with some toasts you coat with rouille and dunk into the broth. After that, the fish and potatoes arrive, so this is a full meal you need time to savor. For fast-paced New Yorkers, especially those heading to the theatre, Executive Chef Andy D’Amico has created Petite Soupe de Bouillabaisse, with monkfish, shrimp and mussels, leeks, potatoes, tomatoes, and a crouton rouille. This junior version has the same rich stock, but arrives in a smaller bowl and eliminates the second step, while bringing you the essence of this classic dish. Another favorite here is the Seafood Burger of salmon, shrimp and scallops with Moroccan spices roasted peppers and rouille. If you are in the mood for meat, the Lamb Couscous is something to try , with sweet and spicy onion sauce, merguez sausage, golden raisins and pine nuts.
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Sweet Endings Barbounia
[ Crème Brulee at Marseille ]
[ Barbounia’s Kanafeh ]
French classics rule at Marseille, where you can always get Apple Tart and Crème Brûlée. Da Marcella features Panna Cotta con Frutti di Bosco, and a very good Ricotta Cheesecake. Lebanon is not known for desserts, but Chef Massoud at Ilili uses indigenous ingredients to create some, such
as From Lebanon with Love, a pecan pastry with maple fluff and apple. At Barbounia, Kanafeh is shredded phyllo dough, sheep ricotta, rose water syrup, Sicilian pistachios and pistachio gelato on top. At Molyvos try the Fennel Ice Cream with pistachios, yogurt cream and fennel crisp. Il Buco features Panna Cotta all’ Aceto Balsamico, a vanilla base with balsamic syrup. Then, of course, you can get Greek yogurt desserts everywhere!
In the Wine Cellar [ Bar and lounge at Ililli ]
250 Park Ave. South (corner of 20th Street), 212-995-0242, barbounia.com Lunch: weekdays 11:30am to 4pm; Dinner: daily, 5pm to 10:30pm, later on Fri. and Sat.; Weekend Brunch: 10am to 4pm
Da Marcella
11 West 51st St. (Fifth/Sixth Avenues), 917-639-3911, damarcellamidtown.com Lunch and dinner: Mon.-Thurs., 11:30am to 10:30pm, to 11pm on Fri.; Dinner weekends from 4pm to 11pm Sat. and 10pm Sun.
Il Buco
47 Bond Street, 212-533-1932, ilbuco.com Lunch: Mon.-Sat., noon to 4pm; later afternoon 4pm to 6 pm; Dinner: Mon. to Thurs., 6pm to 11pm; Fri. and Sat., 5:30pm to midnight; Sun. 5pm to 10:30pm.
Ilili
236 Fifth Avenue (20th/21st Streets), 212-683-2929, ililinyc.com Lunch: Mon.-Fri., noon to 3pm; Dinner: Mon.-Wed., 5:30pm to 10:30pm; Thurs. and Fri. 5:30pm to 11:30pm Weekend brunch and dinner from Noon to 11:30pm Sat., to 10:30pm Sun.
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Wine director Kamal Kouiri at Molyvos oversees the largest collection of Greek wines in the country, and offers 50 of them by the glass such as a dry white from Santorini and Nemea from Peloponnese, a heady red wine aged in oak. Or, if you prefer, a fine glass of ouzo. Il Buco is in a very old building where the wine cellar may remind you of Edgar Allan Poe’s tale, “The Cask of Amontillado.” Here is where private dinners are held. Ilili has a separate lounge area where you should try a special licorice liqueur with a hint of mint called Arak that is used to create The Lebanese American, a cocktail with bourbon, ginger and fresh mint. Da Marcella offers a Riviera cocktail of gin, dry vermouth, grapefruit juice, and agave nectar. Brunch at Marseille will tempt you with a Marseille Mimosa and Moroccan Bloody Mary with vodka, cumin, fennel, cardamom and harissa, a hot chile pepper paste. At Barbounia the Casablanca with hibiscus vodka, lychee juice and peach nectar awaits.
630 Ninth Avenue (44th Street), 212-333-2323, marseillenyc.com Lunch: Mon.-Fri, 11:30am to 3pm; Dinner: Sun.-Tues., 5pm-11pm; Wed.-Sat., 5pm to midnight; Weekend brunch: 11am to 3pm.
Molyvos
871 Seventh Avenue (55th /56th Streets), 212-582-7500, molyvos.com Lunch: Mon.-Fri., noon to 3pm; Dinner: 5pm to 11pm, later on weekends; Weekend Brunch: noon to 3pm.
Periyali
35 West 20th Street (Fifth/Sixth Avenues), 212-463-7890, periyali.com Lunch: Mon.-Fri., noon to 3pm; Dinner: Mon.- Thurs., 5pm to 11pm, Fri.-Sat., to 11:30pm, Sun. to 10pm
Tavola
488 Ninth Avenue, 212-273-1181, tavolahellskitchen.com Lunch: daily, 11am to 3pm; Dinner: daily, 5pm to 11pm
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Promenade PICKS
By Kristopher Carpenter
Spyglass Rooftop Bar Archer Hotel has arrived, breathing the rarefied air of new life into a once sleepy garment district stretch of West 38th Street. But what’s a trendy new hotel without an even trendier new rooftop bar? Thankfully, in Archer’s case, we won’t have to find out. Welcome to Spyglass Rooftop Bar, where, as stated on the hotel’s website, you’ll find “well-crafted cocktails served on a rooftop under the shadow of the Empire State Building.” In fact, their view of the Empire State building’s north face is so spectacular that it’s nearly all encompassing. (For a little fun, take a glance at the entranced patrons as they come in from the elevator.) Besides the opportunity to gaze in awe at the iconic building, Spyglass also offers a well cultivated cocktail and small plates menu, including the David Burke Group’s famous Lobster Dumplings, Angry Tacos, and the über-Instagram-able “Pig’s on the Line,” which is thick-cut bacon served on a contraption that looks like a clothesline.
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Designer Glen Coben is said to have taken his inspiration from ’40s- and ’50s-era glamour, and the cocktails follow suit with names like “You Look Smashing” and “Top of the World.” Location Archer Hotel • 47 W. 38th Street (5th/6th Aves.), 22nd floor; 212-730-0538; spyglassnyc.com
David Burke fabrick In the lobby of Archer Hotel, everything seems designed to flow seamlessly from sidewalk, to restaurant, to hotel, to bar, and back again with an airy comfort and perfectly on-trend casual luxe. David Burke Group’s newest venture, fabrick, is the central focus of this little merry-go-round, and with good reason: Food. Lots of food. With fabrick, the Burke Group is bringing breakfast, lunch, and dinner all day, every day. (Plus dessert at lunch and dinner.) Breakfast starts at 6:30am, and dinner service ends at 10pm, 11pm, or midnight depending on the day of the week. The sheer number of menu items coming out of this kitchen is amazing. By our count, there are nearly 70 different menu selections. If there was ever a gourmet restaurant with something for everyone, this is it. Pastrami-spiced Smoked Salmon with a bagel, cream cheese, and a side salad? Yeah, they’ve got that. In the mood for a savory Panna Cotta? We highly recommend the Avocado with Blue Corn Tortilla, plantain chips, and tomato pico.
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Perhaps you’re looking for pasta? Try the Chitarra with Angry Lobster Bolognese. Feeling a splurge coming on? Nothing says splurge like a steak, and they have got you covered again with a $110 bone-in Bronx Filet of Beef for Two with bone marrow and Béarnaise. From Eggs Benedict, to Burgers, to Branzino, and back again — much like the lobby in which it resides — David Burke fabrick will take you anywhere you want to go. Location Archer Hotel • 47 West 38th Street (5th/6th Avenues); 212-302-3838; davidburkefabrick.com
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American ABC Kitchen - Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Karen Shu, and Ian Coogan impress diners inside ABC Carpet & Home with a mission to “engage in regionally-grown, organically focused cuisine that is rooted in cultivating a safe relationship with the environment and our table.” Indulge taste buds with main plates like wood oven roasted Maine lobster. ABC Carpet & Home, 35 E. 18th St., 212-475-5829; abckitchennyc.com Beautique - Chef Craig Hopson, former executive chef at Le Cirque, offers a menu showcasing marketfresh ingredients and classic French techniques, alongside cocktails from James Beard-nominated mixologist Charlotte Voisey. Channeling the spirit of Coco Chanel’s house in Paris, the sprawling space features sleek yet romantic decor. 8 W. 58th St., 212-753-1200; beautiquedining.com Betony - Named after an herb in the mint family renowned for its healing qualities, this midtown restaurant features modern American dishes such as Poached Lobster, Foie Gras Bon Bons, and a Frozen Rose and Pistachio Frozen Macaron for a sweet end to the meal. All baking, including breads, is done in-house. 41 W. 57th St., 212-465-2400; betony-nyc.com Blue Smoke - Danny Meyer’s award-winning BBQ joint menu includes spareribs Kansas City-style (saucy), Memphis baby back ribs, and Texas salt and pepper beef ribs. Catch side dish fever with sweet potato wedge fries with maple dip, and Jackie’s fry bread with chipotle butter. Live music at the Jazz Standard downstairs. 116 E. 27th St., 212-447-7733; 255 Vesey St., 212-889-2005; bluesmoke.com The Breslin Bar and Dining Room - Located in the trendy Ace Hotel, The Breslin takes a cue from its hip clientele and pushes the envelope on gastropub fare. The menu offers creative terrine options on the lunch and dinner menus, while lamb burgers, wild striped bass, and a dry aged ribeye for two round out the experimental flavor profile. Ace Hotel, 16 W. 29th St., 212-679-1939; thebreslin.com Bryant Park Grill - Overlooking Bryant Park and set behind the landmarked New York Public Library, this American cuisine gem features romantic dining settings ideal for dates, events, or a night out with friends. From fun and filling salads, to prime meats and fresh seafood, the restaurant’s high-end, traditional menu is a crowd pleaser. 25 W. 40th St., 212-840-6500; arkrestaurants.com CO-OP Food & Drink - Executive Chef James London – formally of The Crow’s Nest in Montauk – combines his deep Southern South Carolina roots with his passion for Japanese cuisine to create a new “East Meets South” menu that is not only
unique, but redefines “inventive”. Ginger Fried Chicken, Truffle Mac and Cheese, and Miso Cured Salmon are just a few signature dishes that you will find along with a full assortment of fresh sushi and sashimi. Dinner, Mon.-Sat., 6pm-close. Breakfast, Mon.-Fri., 6:30am-10:30am and Sat.-Sun., 6:30am-3pm. 107 Rivington St., 212-796-8040; co-oprestaurant.com David Burke at Bloomingdales -The ultimate in culinary cafes, David Burke brings his signature creations to this upscale but casual setting. Nothing satisfies the shop-till-you-drop appetite like the highly touted truffle fries. 1000 Third Ave. at 59th St., 212-705-3800; burkeinthebox.com David Burke Kitchen - The glass-enclosed Treehouse Bar has handcrafted cocktails and a selection of pizzas, flatbreads, spreads and pâtés, plus homemade sweets and snacks. Downstairs, the space is divided into a bar and dining room, featuring standouts like the Tuna and Salmon Tartare served with crème fraiche and rye toast, Burrata and Squash Carpaccio, and the Short Rib paired with handmade wild mushroom cavatelle and truffle mousse. 23 Grand St., 212-201-9119; davidburkekitchennyc.com Doral Arrowwood - Located on the property of Westchester County’s Doral Arrowwood hotel and picturesque golf course, diners are treated to three dining options. Dine al fresco at Mulligan’s Outdoor Cafe, which overlooks the ninth green and features salads, light dishes, and grilled specialties. The PUB has a wrap-around bar and fireplace as well as 14 high-definition flat-screen TVs, pool tables, dartboards, and a dance floor. The light, airy Atrium serves buffet-style lunches and à la carte dinners. During the summer season, take in fresh cuisine and a cocktail waterside at The Pool Bar. 975 Anderson Hill Road, Rye Brook, NY, 914-939-5500; doralarrowwood.com Eleven Madison Park - Relive the glamorous era of Cole Porter and New York’s café society in the sleek, high-ceilinged elegance of what was once the cavernous Art Deco assembly hall of the old Met Life Building. Executive Chef Daniel Humm creates an unforgettable dining presentation with an exquisitely tailored tasting menu. Humm’s epicurean vision seeks to tell an authentic New York City story through innovative flavors presented with each course. 11 Madison Ave. (24th St.), 212-889-0905; elevenmadisonpark.com 48 - In Rockefeller Center’s McGraw Hill Building, an upscale cocktail lounge that restores an air of understated elegance to Midtown. Providing a refreshing divergence with its classic ambiance, innovative cocktails and irresistible food. 1221 Sixth Ave. (48th St.), 212-554-4848; 48nyc.com fabrick - David Burke adds his culinary touch to midtown’s Archer Hotel. At fabrick, modern
American small plates command the menu. Dig into avocado panna cotta, candied bacon, and a selection of oysters. Want to wash down your nosh? Head to the Bugatti Bar in the Archer lobby for signature cocktails to liven up your night. Archer Hotel, 47 W. 38th St., 212-302-3838; davidburkefabrick.com The Four Seasons - A New York culinary monument lives at The Four Seasons. As seasons change, so do the menu and décor at this beautiful restaurant serving excellent American seasonal specialties. The restaurant has two dining rooms: the Pool Room with its trees and marble pool, and the wood-paneled Grill Room. One of America’s most complete wine lists. We strongly recommend that you make your reservation at least 5 to 7 days in advance. 99 E. 52nd St., 212-754-9494; fourseasonsrestaurant.com Gotham Bar and Grill - The highly acclaimed haute cuisine of this trendy downtown restaurant reflects the Post-Modernist, converted warehouse setting. Executive chef/co-owner Alfred Portale creates dazzling visual and provocative culinary effects with his superb, contemporary meals, piled whimsically skyscraper-like onto plates, including one of the city’s best seafood salads 12 E. 12th St., 212-620-4020; gothambarandgrill.com Gramercy Tavern - Step foot into this classic American tavern for a taste of history and updated classic dishes from beef tartare to roasted lamb. Chef Michael Anthony is the winner of the 2012 James Beard Award for ‘Best Chef: NYC.’ 42 E. 20th St., 212-477-0777; gramercytavern.com Hardings - A warm and welcoming restaurant in a landmark 1895 building with a 25-foot ceiling, an eclectic décor of old prints, an antique flag and a large, square handmade wooden bar. Don’t miss specialties like Fig Toast with whipped goat cheese and rosemary honey. 32 East 21st St., 212-600-2105; hardingsnyc.com. The Harrison - Hospitality and contemporary tastes join forces at The Harrison. This Tribeca eatery gives off the vibe of a long-time neighborhood haunt, serving comfort food with a downtown twist. 355 Greenwich St. (Harrison St.), 212-274-9310; theharrison.com Inside Park at St. Bart’s - Take in stunning, historic views of the Terrace at St. Bartholomew’s Church, just steps away with intricate, Byzantinelike decorative stenciling, true to the immense room’s original colors, motifs, and craftsmanship, painstakingly replicated on the 30-foot ceiling, as well as on the walls and overhanging balcony. 325 Park Ave., 212-593-3333; insideparknyc.com The Lion -Founding chef and partner of the Waverly Inn, John DeLucie’s restaurant offers his unique, Italian-American take on classic cuisine, including a decadent fresh raw bar, which
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THE CHEF AT OCEANA HAS A GREAT NEW BOOK ON COOKING FISH
Noah Feck
School of Fish is a terrific new cookbook from Oceana’s Executive Chef Ben Pollinger published by Gallery Books, a division of Simon and Schuster. If you are familiar with Pollinger’s cuisine at Oceana, where he has maintained the restaurant’s Michelin star since 2006, then you know this is a master at work. Several of his Oceana favorites are here, such as General Tsao’s Lob[ Ben Pollinger, the Executive Chef at ster and Manhattan Clam Chowder. Oceana; below, the cover of his new But fear not: while those more cookbook ] complex recipes are included, Pollinger really is taking you to fish cooking school. Beginners can ease their anxiety with simple recipes like Slow-Baked Salmon 101: season the inch-thick salmon filet with salt and pepper, give it five minutes to absorb that, blot it dry, rub it with a little olive oil and place it on a foil lined baking sheet in a 250 degree oven for 25 minutes. The fish is perfectly cooked, tender and delicious. How easy is that? The recipe for the beet salad to serve with it is also easy. Recipes labeled 101 are just that, a simple dish using familiar ingredients. Pollinger and his co-author, Stephanie Lyness, a former chef and recipe developer, tested every recipe — more than 100 — in their home kitchens, not in the restaurant, which has hotter ovens and professional equipment. Up front is a section on how to buy and store fish. For example, some fish should never be stored over ice and others should. Chapters are organized by cooking method such as baking, braising, poaching, or grilling and recommend fish best suited to those methods. The book’s gorgeous photos will have you wanting to try every recipe. Recipe “sidebars” such as “Kitchen Notebook” give you added advice such as how to blanch garlic. “Equip Yourself” highlights any special equipment needed and “Extra Credit” moves you to the front of the class with more elaborate recipes and presentations for when you are ready to show off. An illustrated section on techniques, such as opening a lobster or filleting a fish is extremely helpful and the Fish-ionary alone is worth the price of the book. Forget about googling. You can look up whatever you want to know about any fish such as best cooking methods, whether it should be medium or well done, if the skin is edible, and so on. Jacques Pepin said of the book, “The professional as well as the home cook will enjoy it and learn from it.” Marcus Samuelsson called it “a new classic for this generation.” School of Fish is fun to read and includes some personal anecdotes such as the reaction of Pollinger’s parents when he told them he wanted to cook for a living. 120 W. 49th St., (6th/7th Aves.); 212-759-5941; oceanarestaurant.com – Marian Betancourt
has attracted both celebrities and serious foodies alike. 62 W. 9th St., 212-353-8400; thelionnyc.com Peacock Alley - Named for the fashionable swells who strolled through the original Waldorf=Astoria at the turn of the last century in order to be seen, Peacock Alley still draws quite a distinguished crowd. The popular Peacock Salad always stays on the menu, but the ingredients are tailored to fit the season. The Waldorf=Astoria; 301 Park Ave., 212-872-1275; peacockalleyrestaurant.com Per Se - Offering stunning views of Central Park from each table, with a décor of dark woods and metal surfaces, and two unique nine-course tasting menus are created to excite your mind, satisfy your appetite and pique your curiosity. Reservations accepted one month in advance. Time Warner Center, 10 Columbus Circle (60th St.), 4th Floor, 212-823-9335; perseny.com The Red Cat - This popular Chelsea bistro—the creation of chef/owner Jimmy Bradley—features clean presentation mixed with cutting edge contemporary flavors such as all natural chicken, prime New York shell steak, and golden spotted tilefish. The spot lives up to its sassy name with sporty red banquettes to match the innovative American plates. Comforting, yet confidently inventive, The Red Cat has it all. 227 Tenth Ave. (23rd St.), 212-242-1122; theredcat.com Red Rooster - Restaurateur rock star Marcus Samuelsson successfully conjures up mouthwatering comfort food celebrating the roots of American cuisine and the diverse culinary traditions of its Harlem location. Named in honor of the legendary Harlem speakeasy. 310 Lenox Ave. (125th St.), 212-792-9001; redroosterharlem.com Rock Center Cafe - Boasting up-close views of the Ice Rink, this stylish eatery offers contemporary American specialties such as Atlantic salmon, seared flat iron steak, and corn-flour crusted calamari. 20 W. 50th St., 212-332-7620; rockcentercafeny.com Spyglass Rooftop Bar - Head up to the 22nd floor of the Archer Hotel for a rooftop experience lush with cocktails, sharable bites from David Burke’s fabrick restaurant, and an impeccable view of the Empire State and Chrysler Buildings. Archer Hotel, 47 W. 38th St., 22nd floor, 212-730-0538; spyglassnyc.com 2 West - An elegant, French-American eatery with park views on the waterfront. Chef James Dangler leads a menu of flavorful and classic comfort foods including a terrine of foie gras, yellowtail hamachi crudo, and the bacon wrapped filet mignon with jumbo asparagus and sauce bordelaise. Ritz-Carlton, Battery Park, 2 West St., 917-790-2525; ritzcarlton.com
argentinian Malbec Wine Bar and Restaurant - At Malbec, the star is the Argentinean Malbec wine. They offer the best selection directly imported from Argentina, including special tastings of rare Malbec wines. Of course, grilled meats are their specialty, among other expertly prepared Argentinean dishes. They also host a variety of special events. Open daily from 5:30pm to midnight; Sat. & Sun. brunch. 428 Lafayette St. (so. of Astor Pl.), 212-419-4645; malbechouse.com
Brazilian Texas de Brazil - Featuring an extravagant 50-item gourmet salad area, sizzling cuts of beef, lamb, pork, chicken and sausage all flame-grilled to perfection and served tableside. The elegant dining atmosphere, paired with exceptional service, creates a dazzling, sought-after ambience. Enjoy
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signature Brazilian cocktails, rare wines, exquisite desserts, and more for a dining experience that is uniquely Texas de Brazil. Reservations recommended. Serving dinner nightly. 1011 Third Ave. (60th St.), 212-537-0060; texasdebrazil.com
CHINESE Hakkasan New York - The world-renowned modern Chinese restaurant is now in New York City, bringing their authentic Cantonese cuisine, impeccable service and unparalleled dining experience to Manhattan. Signature dishes include Stir-Fry Lobster with Wild Mushrooms in XO Sauce and Hakka noodle with mushrooms and Chinese chive. A Michelin-starred, elegant oasis in the hubbub of Times Square. 311 W. 43rd St., 212-776-1818; hakkasan.com/newyork Lychee House - “Modern Chinese” inspired by contemporary culinary practices and ranging from comfort food like shredded sesame chicken to more exotic dishes. Lychee House strives for the freshest, seasonal ingredients to incorporate into their global
Chinese menu. Dim Sum available on evenings, holidays and at weekend brunch. 141 E. 55th St. (Lexington-Third Aves.), 212-753-3900; lycheehouse.com
DELIS Katz’s Delicatessen - Sometimes it’s best to leave a classic alone, as in the case of this legendary deli. This Lower East Side joint has been serving halfpound sandwiches of hot pastrami and corned beef, grilled franks, matzoh ball soup, and more since 1888. Open late Thurs. and all night Fri. & Sat. 205 E. Houston St. (Ludlow St.), 212-254-2246; katzsdelicatessen.com P J Bernstein Deli Restaurant - Family-owned and -run since 1982, serving classic kosherstyle deli cuisine including classics both old and new. Offering dine-in, carry-out, delivery and catering. Favorites include pastrami and corned beef piled high, soups, and more. Open 7 days, 8am-9:30pm. 1215 Third Ave. (70th-71st Sts.), 212-879-0914; pjbernstein.com
French/French Bistro Bouchon Bakery - Thomas Keller’s unique twist on French boulangerie fare, with freshly made sandwiches, soups and salads, as well as a wide range of desserts including handmade viennoiserie, confections, pastries, tarts and cookies. Private catering, specialty cakes, such as wedding cakes, and various seasonal and holiday offerings are also available for special order. 10 Columbus Circle, 212-823-9363; Rockefeller Center on 49th St. btw. 5th & 6th Aves., 212-782-3890; bouchonbakery.com Bouley - At this Michelin-starred restaurant, David Bouley’s dishes are largely organic and local with a lightness and complexity that leaves you thinking about them long afterward. The Organic Connecticut Farm Egg is served with hand milled polenta, and the Dry Aged Prime New York Sirloin comes with flat leaf spinach, toasted buckwheat, and red wine glazed shallots. 163 Duane St., 212-964-2525; bouleynyc.com
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Brasserie 8 1/2 - Descend an elegant sweeping staircase to enter a world of brasserie bests. A delicate fusion of creativity and comfort, featuring a world-class art collection, haute French cuisine, and a plush atmosphere, complemented by Latin- and Asian-influenced dishes and raw bar. 9 W. 57th St., 212-829-0812; patinagroup.com Daniel - One of the rare restaurants with a four-star rating by The New York Times, Daniel marries hominess, usually associated with neighborhood restaurants, with a contemporary French menu inspired by the seasons and the market, in a Renaissance-inspired dining room. 60 E. 65th St., 212-288-0033; danielnyc.com
Located steps from Manhattan’s Theatre District and the famed Carnegie Hall, Ed Sullivan Theater, and New York City Center, Abboccato Italian Kitchen is known for serving some of New York City’s finest authentic, home-style Italian cuisine. Offering diners a true taste of Italy, the cozy 75-seat restaurant is perfectly suited for a leisurely meal and pre-theatre bite without the hectic tumult of Times Square. Under the guidance of Executive Chef David Arias, Abboccato’s cuisine represents the diverse regions of Italy, from Sicily to Lombardi. An array of Cicchetti (little bites), antipasti, and an extensive grappa collection, as well as familystyle meals, and specials such as the Terrazza happy hour menu and prix-fixe dinner menu ($38) are all available. 136 W. 55th St., 212-265-4000; abboccato.com
Jean Georges - Contemporary French works of art created by chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten. There is both a formal dining room and the more casual Nougatine Room. Reservations are generally taken one month in advance. Jacket and tie required. Trump International Hotel, 1 Central Park West (60th-61st Sts.), 212-299-3900; jean-georges.com Le Cirque - French-Italian cuisine that is just as exciting to the palate as it is a feast for the eye. A dress code is in effect, so jackets are required for gentlemen, as are elegant looks for the ladies. 151 E. 58th St., 212-644-0202; lecirque.com Le Périgord - Off the beaten path, just steps past First Avenue lives a French gastronomic pillar. Long regarded as one of New York City’s superb old-school French dining rooms, this refined and luxurious gem is one of the longest-running four-star operations under the same management. The menu blends classical French techniques with a contemporary touch, natural flavors, sauces and spices, and high-quality produce. 50th anniversary year! 405 E. 52nd St., 212-755-6244; leperigord.com Minetta Tavern - This Greenwich Village landmark—opened in 1937 and frequented by the likes of Ernest Hemingway, Ezra Pound, Eugene O’Neill, e. e. cummings, and Dylan Thomas—was renovated in 2008 as a Parisian steakhouse meets New York City tavern. Try one of several inventive cocktails and pair with classics like the Black Label Burger or Mouclade. 113 MacDougal St. (Bleecker St.), 212-475-3850; minettatavernny.com The Modern at MoMA - As sleek, elegant, and contemporary as the MoMA that houses it, The Modern, part of Danny Meyer’s elite Union Square Hospitality Group, features original French-American cuisine by chef Gabriel Kreuther. Enjoy views of the picturesque sculpture garden in the classic dining room or opt for a more casual menu at the curved marble bar in the Bar Room. Reservations accepted up to 28 days in advance. 9 W. 53rd St., 212-333-1220; themodernnyc.com Nice Matin - An uptown brunch fixture with lunch and dinner menus held in equally high regard. With warm colors, chic light fixtures, and plush chairs, this gorgeous space is lively, yet still conducive to easy conversation. The wine list and the cocktails are wonderfully imaginative. 201 W. 79th St., 212-873-6423; nicematinnyc.com
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The menu at the Michelin-starred Hakkasan, one of several in cities around the world, is in the hands of International Development Chef Ho Chee Boon, who creates traditional dishes with local ingredients and influences such as wok-braised Maine lobster with honey pepper sauce and black truffle roasted duck. Chilean Sea Bass is grilled and made succulent with Chinese honey. For the meat lover there is Stir Fry Black Pepper Rib Eye with Merlot. A recent addition to the menu is Fried Quail with Lemongrass served with thin, delicate steamed Mandarin pancakes. Peking duck is a culinary star here and prepared in a traditional oven brought over from Hong Kong. There are several ways to enjoy it here and in addition to the whole roast duck with Kaluga caviar, there is a Crispy Duck Salad with pomelo, pine nut and shallot in a tangy citrus and pomegranate dressing. 311 W. 43rd St., 212-776-1818; hakkasannyc.com
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Orsay - This Upper East Side brasserie features a classic Art Nouveau interior, using rich woods, traditional moldings, and mirrors. The menu marries modern French and classic fare, like the Foie Gras “Maison”, and Escargots de Bourgogne, with an award-winning wine list dominated by French and American varietals. 1057 Lexington Ave. (75th St.), 212-517-6400; orsayrestaurant.com Pomme Palais - Sweet and savory treats from renowned chef Michel Richard inside the iconic Palace Hotel. Don’t miss the handcrafted chocolates made in-house. Breakfast, lunch, and light dinner served as well. The New York Palace Hotel, 30 E. 51st St. (Madison-Park Aves.), 212-303-7755; pommepalais.com Triomphe - Big flavors tucked in an intimate setting at the Iroquois Hotel. Offering a warm and comfortable atmosphere, both stylish and
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subtle, and a diverse menu of French American cuisine with an international flair. Iroquois New York, 49 W. 44th St., 212-453-4233; triomphe-newyork.com
GERMAN Reichenbach Hall - Otherwise known as “Munich in Midtown,” Reichenbach Hall is a traditional German bierhalle featuring communal tables and serving up authentic fare. With seating for more than 200 people, a full bar including fourteen authentic German beers on tap, and a festive atmosphere enhanced by traditional Bavarian music, it is Oktoberfest every night. Prost! 5 W. 37th St., 212-302-7744; reichenbachhall.com
GREEK Molyvos - Nestled in Manhattan’s Midtown West neighborhood, just a block away from the esteemed Carnegie Hall, Molyvos has been known for serving soulful Greek cuisine since 1997. Named for the traditional seaside village on the Greek island of
Lesvos, Molyvos takes its guests on a multi-sensory journey to the Aegean Sea and all of its bounty and beauty via critically acclaimed menus and the largest all-Greek wine list in the US. Molyvos underwent an extensive renovation in January 2012, unveiling a new design that recalls the islands of Greece. With its clean blue, gray, and white palette, it pays homage to the rocky coast lines with sandy beaches, charming villages, white-washed houses, and bright blue skies that are emblematic of Greece. 871 Seventh Ave. (55th-56th Sts.), 212-582-7500; molyvos.com
Indian Darbar - Reviewers and patrons consistently give high marks to this cozy, bi-level restaurant and lounge located on the East Side. Zagat rated, Darbar is a superb choice for classic Indian food done extra right with great ambience and service. 152 E. 46th St., 212-681-4500; darbarny.com Dévi - Dévi provides diners with an upscale Indian experience, with lush authentic flavors
of Indian home cooking. A prime décor of rich textiles and brightly colored lanterns combine with robust flavorful dishes that take the helm of the Dévi experience. 8 E. 18th St., 212-691-2100; devinyc.com
international and eclectic Alcala - Close to the U.N., take a palate vacation to Spain’s Basque area with regionally authentic plates with a variety of paellas, hearty and adventurously seasoned meats, and freshly prepared fish. 246 E. 44th St., 212-370-1866; alcalarestaurant.com
Italian Abboccato Italian Kitchen - “True Italian cuisine in the heart of Manhattan,” with time-honored recipes elevated through the talent and techniques of their chefs. An array of cicchetti (little bites), antipasti, an extensive grappa collection, family-
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with Carolyn Innocenzi Welcome to our new feature, “Concierge Connections,” where we speak with one of New York City’s premier hotel concierges to get the scoop on how they got here and what they’re recommending. Carolyn Innocenzi, chef concierge at the New York Palace Hotel, is our first guest.
STATS: Title: Chef Concierge Hotel: The New York Palace, 455 Madison Avenue 212-303-6033; newyorkpalace.com Hometown: Boston, MA Motto: Never say “No” to the guests. Memberships: NYC Association of Hotel Concierge, Les Clef’s d’Or USA
Q: So, Carolyn, how did you become a concierge? A: I was very fortunate to work and be able to support myself as a young actor in NYC. Fate eventually brought me to the hospitality industry, where I realized that I could combine my artistic passion with my educational background, which was in Counseling/Psychology. Becoming a concierge was a natural fit. Q: What’s the strangest thing anyone’s ever asked you? A: I have been asked all kinds of questions over the years including, “How should I make up with my girlfriend?” But the strangest certainly isn’t fit to print. Suffice it to say, it definitely made me laugh and I will never forget it.
Q: What drew you to New York? A: I knew at a young age that I would move to New York City because of my intense passion for theatre. It is an amazing city, and I love that it’s always changing. I also work in my favorite New York City landmark building, and that’s an amazing experience for me, too. I get so excited about architecture, and the Villard House which houses the lobby, the restaurant [‘Villard’ by Michel Richard], and a number of our meeting rooms are absolutely magnificent. The New York Palace Hotel is a showstopper, from the original structure, built in the 1860s Gilded Age, to last year’s $150 million renovation.
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Q: Can you make a few insider recommendations for our readers? A: For dining, breakfast in our Madison Room here at The Palace, combined with a stop for [an] exquisite pastry at Pomme Palais, is a great way to start the day. Le Bernardin is, of course, legendary for its French seafood from Maguy Le Coze and Chef Eric Ripert; many guests ask for it by name. That’s also common for Thomas Keller’s Per Se, and a number of Daniel Boulud’s restaurants. For something new and different, the stunning Beautique Restaurant has the only “oval room” in New York City — the space is ultra-glam and the cuisine is absolutely divine. Kristalbelli also offers a unique experience with their at-the-table Korean BBQ cooking system, and the food is delicious. For theatre, I love musicals, from A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder to Aladdin to Kinky Boots, [but] there is always something for everyone to enjoy no matter what their age or theatrical tastes. For shopping The new Cosmos Boutique is located within a 10-minute walk of the New York Palace, and we like it because our guests can avoid the large department stores and get a more intimate and relaxed shopping experience, with everything from designer sunglasses, jewelry, watches, gifts, high-end leather goods, and apparel, as well as beauty products and fragrances. – Kristopher Carpenter
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style meals, and specials such as the Terrazza happy hour menu and prix-fixe dinner menu, are all available. 136 W 55th St., 212-265-4000; abboccato.com Casa Lever - “Milan meets Manhattan” at this restaurant from the team behind Sant Ambroeus. The atmosphere is stunning—how could it not be, located in Lever House, a masterpiece of modern architecture, and with modern art adorning the walls? Indulge in classic Milanese Italian dishes and some of the best service in the city. 390 Park Ave. (entrance on 53rd St.), 212-888-2700; casalever.com Chelsea Ristorante - Combines the rich tradition of Italian cuisine with antipasti, homemade pasta, and risotto which are considered some of the best anywhere, with their famous wood burning brick oven. 108 Eighth Ave. (15th-16th Sts.), 212-924-7786; chrnyc.com Circo - A whimsical Italian eatery created by legendary Sirio Maccioni in collaboration with his wife Egidiana and sons Marco and Mauro. The room resembles a circus tent with its red-and-yellow striped panels and circus ring, designed by Adam D. Tihany. The menu includes Maccioni family favorites, housemade pastas, an array of tantalizing meat and fish dishes, and show-stopping Italian desserts. 120 W. 55th St., 212-265-3636; circonyc.com La Masseria - “A farmhouse in the middle of Manhattan,” offering authentic classic dishes from the Puglia region of Italy, utilizing the freshest natural ingredients for simple, pastas, risottos, and meat and fish dishes. The rustic decor blends rural Italian style, nostalgia and charm, complementing the top notch cuisine and extensive wine list. 235 W. 48th St., 212-582-2111; lamasserianyc.com Locanda Verde - A casual, energetic neighborhood Italian taverna in Tribeca serving celebrated chef Andrew Carmellini’s soul-satisfying riffs on Italian cooking. Treat yourself to the addictive crostini selections, which compliment the well-rounded wine list and inventive cocktail selection. 377 Greenwich St. (North Moore-Greenwich St.), 212-925-3797; locandaverdenyc.com Obicà - Celebrating 10 years and twice the mozzarella with the grand opening of their new Flatiron outpost. Mozzarella is the star at Obicà, with dishes ranging from savory pastas, vibrant salads, and of course, a vast selection of mozzarella tastings in all of its scrumptious varieties. Shake up your weekend plans with Obicà’s mozzarella brunch. IBM Building Atrium, 590 Madison Ave. (56th St.), 212-355 2217; 928 Broadway (22nd St.); obica.com OTTO Enoteca and Pizzeria - Reminiscent of an Italian train station, Otto, or “eight” in Italian, delivers a world of pizza, cooked on a griddle instead of in an oven, that ranges from traditional margheritas to more creative interpretations, like pizza topped with prosciutto, cacio, and mozzarella. Sample antipasti, cheeses or appetizers that include eggplant, white beans, and balsamic. Wine drinkers, from sippers to sommeliers, will enjoy a choice of 500 Italian labels. 1 Fifth Ave. (8th St.), 212-995-9559; ottopizzeria.com Patsy’s - Renowned for its celebrity clientele (it was Frank Sinatra’s favorite), this landmark has been family-run since 1944. The Neapolitan cuisine is heavenly, including
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stuffed veal chops marsala, spicy lobster fra diavolo, savory calamari stuffed with seafood, and more. A “must go” New York favorite. 236 W. 56th St., 212-247-3491; patsys.com Sirio Ristorante - Located in the Pierre, a Taj Hotel New York, Sirio offers traditional Tuscan cuisine in a Fellini-esque atmosphere, with one of the city’s most impressive selections of Italian vintages. The Caviar Bar features specially selected labeled caviar imported from Italy, as well as an array of seafood, including oysters. 795 Fifth Ave. (61st St.), 212-940-8195; siriony.com
lovely Japanese countryside setting showcases yellowtail tuna tartare, monkfish liver pate, and lobster ceviche, as well as an Omakase menu feautiring Nobu’s favorite selections. 105 Hudson St. (Franklin St.), 212-219-0500; noburestaurants.com
Nobu Next Door - Superstar chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s famous fusion menu of Asian and South American delicacies is now available at this spin-off restaurant. Featuring a simpler menu than its famed neighbor Nobu and David Rockwell designed décor, Nobu Next Door is also
Japanese and sushi Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill - Featuring some of the freshest fish this side of Tokyo, served in a lovely wood-and-mural setting. Delicious cooked entrées are available for those not intrigued by the extensive raw fish selections. Quality sake options round out the pristine menu. Open 7 days; 12pm-2am. 119 Sullivan St. (Spring-Prince Sts.), 212-343-0404; 308 W. 58th St., 212-397-0404; blueribbonrestaurants.com BondSt - This high-end Japanese restaurant focuses on the finest and freshest delicacies of the sea. They boast one of the most extensive sake menus in the city, along with their own saketinis, available in the cozy, candle-lit lounge downstairs, or more formal dining areas upstairs. From playful tempura to catch of the day raw delicacies, BondSt is sushi nirvana. 6 Bond St. (Broadway-Lafayette St.), 212-777-2500; bondstrestaurant.com Hakubai - The only branch of Japan’s renowned ancient Nadaman restaurant, and one of the very few in the U.S. serving Kaiseki, which has its roots in Zen Buddhism and the traditional Japanese tea ceremony. Both the dishes and food change with the seasons. The elegant, comfortable Tatami rooms feature perfect presentation and flawless service. Kitano Hotel, 66 Park Ave. (38th St.), 212-885-7111; kitano.com/dining/hakubai Masa - Owner Masa Takayama’s four-star restaurant continues to elate sushi enthusiasts. Evoking the quiet aura of a rare temple, the décor is simple while the finest fish selections are prepared with painstaking care by the staff. Sit at the 27-footlong sushi bar, and watch Masa in his zone. Time Warner Center, 10 Columbus Circle (Broadway and 59th.), 4th Floor, 212-823-9800; masanyc.com Ninja New York - A one-of-a-kind, entertaining dining experience featuring a recreated 18th-c. Japanese ninja village and high-end contemporary Japanese cuisine. 25 Hudson St. (Reade-Duane Sts.), 212-274-8500; ninjanewyork.com Nobu - Since its 1994 opening, celebrated chef Nobu Matsuhisa has raised the bar with his daring cuisine that fuses influences from Tokyo to Peru in partnership with restaurateur Drew Nieporent and actor Robert De Niro. David Rockwell’s
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a joint venture of Matsuhisa, actor Robert De Niro, and Tribeca Grill restaurateur Drew Nieporent. 105 Hudson St. (Franklin St.), 212-334-4445; noburestaurants.com Sugiyama - Nao Sugiyama’s creates the finest in Kaiseki meal presentation with his own twist that emphasizes the sensory aspects of dining experience. Kaiseki dining—multi-course, prix-fixe dinners that range from the mini-Kaiseki to a 14-course extravaganza—are all prepared behind an open counter. 251 W. 55th St., 212-956-0670; sugiyama-nyc.com
KOREAN Kristalbelli - NY’s finest Korean barbecue using superior ingredients to showcase the full range of authentic and robust flavors and also to spotlight the delicate aspects of Korean cooking. A special crystal, belly-shaped grill is on the center of each table; it offers the best of Korean grilling without any of the smoke, so the experience will always be tasty and clean. Open 7 days. 8 W. 36th St., 212-290-2211; kristalbelli.com
Mexican/Tex-Mex VIKTOR & Spoils - A modern Mexican taqueria and tequila bar serving classic and new style tacos alongside a world-class tequila, mezcal, and cocktail program by Steve Olson, a leading expert and acting wine and spirits consultant for Bon Appetit. V&S combines Executive Chef James London’s globally influenced menu of tacos, taquitos, nachos, Elote corn, and churros with Olson’s passion and expertise for Mexican culture and artisanal products to create an authentic experience. 105 Rivington St., 212-475-3485; hotelonrivington.com
SCANDINAVIAN Aquavit - This modern Scandinavian establishment reflects the best of minimalist mid-century design with its pale wood tones, soft indirect lighting, and unique tableware. The menu focuses on “seasonal Nordic cusine,” with plates like Foie Gras and Cherries, and Hay-Smoked Gravlax. A large selection of aquavits—potato vodka infused with fruits or spices— is available, along with cocktails inspired by the region. 65 E. 55th St., 212-307-7311; aquavit.org
Seafood Caviar Russe - This jewel box boite is one of America’s largest caviar importers, and they let you taste the caviar you are buying. In addition to the retail component, which offers gift boxes and much more, their restaurant offers a tasting menu with exquisite caviar selections, dinner a la carte, raw bar, and more. 2014 Michelin Star rated. 538 Madison Ave. (54th-55th Sts.), 2nd Floor, 212-980-5908; caviarrusse.com Fishtail - David Burke’s Fishtail puts a signature spin on upscale seafood, from a fresh array of raw bar selections, to tuna crudo, warm grilled octopus ceviche, and lobster rigatoni. A selection of sauces amps up the quality fish Burke proudly serves up. While David Burke Townhouse undergoes renovations, Fishtail will serve dishes inspired by the Townhouse menu. 135 E. 62nd St., 212-754-1300; fishtaildb.com Oceana - Oceana pulls out all the stops with a comprehensive seafood lover’s menu, featuring fresh whole fish, prime meats, naturally raised fowl, stunning desserts, and dishes that reflect the season’s freshest flavors. Complete with floor-to-ceiling windows, chef ’s table, and outdoor dining in the warmer months. Oceana also added breakfast to its repertoire. Served from 7:30am-10am Monday-Friday, the menu features new classics like Maine Lobster Benedict, Orange-Scented Brioche French Toast, and Housemade Granola with Greek Yogurt, Granola and Fruit. 120 W. 49th St., 212-759-5941; oceanarestaurant.com
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The Sea Fire Grill - Seasonally focused contemporary American seafood and an elegant yet classic experience. Guests are passionate about the daily East and West coast oysters, Alaskan King Crab Legs, and Whole Maine Lobsters. 158 E. 48th St., 212-935-3785; theseafiregrill.com
SPANISH/TAPAS Tio Pepe - A Greenwich Village Spanish and Mexican eatery that’s been open since 1970. Experience a lively bar scene, a sidewalk cafe, Latino music, and a main dining room with a skylight garden patio room, chandeliers, and stone and brick walls. The fresh guacamole is made to order in tableside stone bowls, the corn chips are warm, the salsa is snappy, and jumbo pitchers of margaritas and excellent sangria are the order of the day. 168 W. 4th St., 212-242-6480/9338; tiopepenyc.com
Steakhouses Benjamin Steakhouse - Peter Luger alumnus Benjamin Prelvukaj and chef Arturo McLeod
join forces to create an opulent steakhouse in the century-old Chemist Club building. Six cuts of dry-aged beef are available, from top sirloins to rib eyes to succulent filet mignon. 52 E. 41st St., 212-297-9177; benjaminsteakhouse.com Bobby Van’s - Established in 1969, Bobby Van’s boasts 8 locations throughout the Northeast including five in Manhattan, two in Washington, DC and the original in Bridgehampton, Long Island. The menu includes the finest USDA cuts, from filet mignon to sirloin, and seafood lovers will make room for the impressive 3 pound Maine lobster. 135 W. 50th St.; 230 Park Ave. (46th St.); 131 E. 54th St.; 120 W. 45th St.; 25 Broad St.; visit bobbyvans.com for more info. Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House - This spacious steak hot spot soars two-stories high, offering diners spectacular view, and Broadway’s theatres are just a block or two away. The menu features fresh USDA aged prime beef shipped straight out of the Midwest twice a week. Lobster, fish, lamb, osso buco, and veal chops receive equal billing. Beautifully appointed private party facilities
and unique wine cellar dining. 1221 Avenue of the Americas (49th St.), 212-575-5129; delfriscos.com Morton’s The Steakhouse - Famous for USDA prime-aged beef, fresh seafood, fine wine and elegant desserts, Morton’s wide-open, modern and stylish dining room can accommodate large parties or an intimate dinner for two. The private boardrooms are ideal for meetings, celebrations and events, and Bar 12-21 is the perfect gathering place for a lively yet intimate evening out. 551 Fifth Ave. (45th St.), 212-972-3315; World Trade Center: 136 Washington St., 212-608-0171; mortons.com/newyork Staghorn Steakhouse - One of NYC’s premier steakhouses, Staghorn Steakhouse provides an exceptional urban dining experience in an elegant modern setting. Located near Herald Square just a few steps from Jacob Javits Convention Center, Madison Square Garden, Penn Station, and Macy’s, they offer not only first-rate, dry-aged USDA Prime cuts of beef, but also a variety of premium seafood specialties, including Chilean sea bass. 315 W. 36th St., 212-239-4390; staghornsteakhouse.com
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Left: [ Beautique’s unique Oval Room ] Below from top to bottom: [ Grass Fed Beef with bone marrow flan, red onion toast, and ramp jus; Crab Flan with crisp pork belly and malt caramel; Chicken Breast with lemon, saffron, mint, steamed eggplant, and saffron shallots ]
a chat with Craig Hopson The Executive Chef of Beautique on cuisine that’s “simple enough to be recognizable but creative enough to be foodie-worthy.”
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t street level, there’s a cube with tinted windows and sign poles supporting transparent boxes which hold the beautifully minimalist food and drink menus of Beautique. Just inside, sits a beautifully lacquered grand piano and past that, a curved, descending staircase. Even taking the piano into consideration, it’s a pretty unassuming entrance compared to what lies beneath. It’s said that the décor was inspired by Coco Chanel’s Parisian home and after doing doing a bit of research, I’d say one can see the resemblance. It’s especially apparent in the textures - the velveteen chairs, the intermittent soft beiges, mixed with hard grays and blacks, well-worn leathers, and myriad decanters lining the main dining room. The food and cocktail programs on the other hand, don’t try nearly as hard to be spectacular. They impress with whimsy. They nonchalantly knock your socks off: From a small flourish like a club-shaped hole punched into the orange peel in a “King of Clubs” cocktail, to a “Crab Flan” appetizer that will take you on a salty-sweet-crispy-oceanic taste voyage (despite its simple moniker). We sat down with Executive Chef Craig Hopson, formerly of Le Cirque and Picholine, for the scoop on his newest endeavor. How did you get started as a chef? years, and I’d say that was really the defining Q. So the cuisine is primarily French or at least French in technique? Back in Australia, when I was about 16, I was a period in my career. big surfer — still am — and I thought it would Q. Are you friends with Shaun Hergatt? French in technique but the concept here is a be cool to surf during the morning and work at You’re both fantastic Australian chefs, here combination of French, Italian, and American. I wanted to make the food here more accesnight. A job came up at a local hotel, and I got it, in New York. so that’s how I got started. After a few years, I Yes, I am. I don’t speak with him that much sible, and by accessible, I mean I want people to read the menu and recognize most of the moved to Queensland, got a job at a great res- but we are friends. taurant there — and I got my ass kicked — but Q. Do you find yourself using a lot of Asian ingredients. We have steak, we have chicken; it’s simple enough to be recognizable but creI kept my head down and just did it, did it, did accents or ingredients like he does? it. After that I went to Sydney, then to Europe I’ve always worked in French restaurants for ative enough to be foodie-worthy. It’s also not where I worked in Geneva. I decided to write one reason or another and I think that back in heavy in the way you might think of traditional a letter to every three-star Michelin restaurant the day, most of the best restaurants were French. I try to use more olive oil, and stay in France, got a few responses, and ended up French and that’s been the key influence in my away from the butter and heavy cream when with a job at Lucas Carton, in Paris. I came to cooking. However, I do have an understand- possible. America in 2000 and got a visa ing of Asian ingredients, Q. Do you have a signature dish? by working at The Ritz Carlton because there are just a lot I’d say the Marinated Tuna, which is on the Beautique in New Orleans, then The Ritz of them in Australia. So I’d menu here. It’s followed me from Le Cirque, 8 West 58th Street, 212-753-1200; Carlton in Philadelphia. I had say that I don’t go out of so that dish has been with me for about five beautiquedining.com my sights on New York at that my way to use Asian ingre- years. I lightly cook the tuna with espelette peppoint and I made it here a year dients, but if it’s the best fit per which is from the southwest of France and later. My first job was at Terrance Brennan’s for what I’ve got in mind for the dish I’ll cer- serve it on a sesame cracker with an avocado Artisanal, and while I was there, the Executive tainly use them: A little miso here, a little cilan- tapenade. Which is just a traditional tapenade Chef at Picholine was leaving and I got the tro there, some chili paste, lemongrass, and so (olives, parsley, anchovy, garlic) plus the avojob there. I was at Picholine for four and a half forth, but I wouldn’t consider my cuisine Asian. cado, so it’s kind of like a French guacamole.
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