NYCP Blog - Downtown

Blue Man Group will have you seeing in blue

nospam@example.com (NYCP) — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 05:25:14 -0500

I think this was funniest show I’ve ever seen. There are many shows that are fun, exciting, and interesting but Blue Man Group was different. When I went to the theater, I didn’t expect it to be as big as other theaters because it wasn’t on Broadway. But when it started, I didn’t have to worry about the show boring me. I couldn’t stop laughing and they continued making people happy.

The show, Blue Man Group, is more of a circus clown type of performance. There are three actors. They don’t have dialogue; they never talk and act funny. It is different type of show than any other show on Broadway. No singing, speaking, just acting. So if you can’t understand English, you don’t have to worry about that. They display some sentences with signs but even if you can’t understand it, you can enjoy as much as you can. And they play with audiences. They choose someone and they play with them. And most interesting thing is when somebody is late; the camera from the show will now focus on the person who is late. And then they don’t talk they’re late but their face tell us they are late. And they who were late can’t raise up their face and look at the actors because they are embarrassed. If you watch that situation when you watch blue man group, you’re lucky. It will be very funny.

I want to point out a few interesting things I liked about the show. I like how they use a pipe to hit like drum. It sounds weird at first but then I was attracted to the sounds. I think they can use everything for the play. They use marshmallow, pipes, instruments, paints, canvas and so many other things that are very creative and make the show so much fun. This is one of the most original shows I have ever seen and I hope other people that visit NYC, make plans to see The Blue Man Group. It’s so much fun and people won’t be bored or disappointed.

By Byeung Soo Kim (Korea)

Nightmare: Bad Dreams Come True

nospam@example.com (NYCP) — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 05:22:02 -0500

Just when you thought the economy hasn’t already given us enough scares this month, there’s more scares to be had with unnatural creatures of horror in a fun way. When you are going to a place that begins with the dreaded word ‘nightmare’, one must know what to expect and yet, what not to expect when visiting your fears. Every year around this time, many of us thrill-seeking adventurers go looking for monsters & ghouls to give us the adrenaline rush of death and fear thus creating what is known as the mid-october crisis.

If you are one that itches and yearns to cure your mid-october crisis, and you want something to do this weekend, then start by visiting NYC’s most horrifying Haunted House. Nightmare has been scaring up some interactive experiences to record-breaking crowds for the past 5 years on the Lower East Side of Manhattan. Expect this attraction to be packed with a lot of people. My friends and I went on a Tuesday night and it was packed with very eager and enthusiastic thrill seekers. I didn’t expect a turn out like this. Once we were finally at the front of the doors, the rules are explained to you. They can slightly mention what to expect without giving away what’s inside there. But the main thing to remember is to not touch the actors and the actors can’t touch you. No photography and no flashlights. You heard correct, no flash lights not even the light from your cell phone. In other words, you have to enjoy the darkness.

I can’t tell you what awaits you in the darkness, however, I can mention to expect a whole bunch of scares, unique characters and very innovative and creative paths to take within the house that is bone chilling. There are two paths within the house and of course my friends and I opted for the unconventional and yet, scarier path. All in all, I had a lot of fun, it’s a great way to interact and meet new people and bond with the friends that toughed out this spooktacular event with you.

San Gennaro Festival

nospam@example.com (NYCP) — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 10:14:53 -0500

The 81st Annual Feast of San Gennaro, New York City’s oldest, biggest and most famous religious street festival, will be celebrated in 2008 started on Thursday, September 11 and continuing for 11 days through Sunday, September 21.

Presented annually since 1996 by Figli di San Gennaro, Inc., a not-for-profit organization, this year’s Feast will again attract more than 1-million people to the streets of historic Little Italy in the annual salute to the Patron Saint of Naples – San Gennaro. The street festivities – including religious processions with the statue of San Gennaro, parades. Free entertainment, food stands and a cannoli and a cannoli eating contest – are capped on Friday, September 19 – the Official Feast Day -- with a celebratory Mass honoring San Gennaro, followed by a candlelit procession as the Statue of San Gennaro is carried from its permanent home in Most Precious Blood Church on Mulberry Street through the streets of Little Italy.

“Each year the beloved Feast of San Gennaro brings the world to Little Italy, and Little Italy to the world,” said Joseph Mattone, President of Figli di San Gennaro, Inc. “The Feast is a time for remembrance and reconciliation, and a time for celebration. The excellent food, the free musical entertainment and the excitement will all be there again this year, bigger and better than ever. On behalf of Figli di San Gennaro, I invite people of all backgrounds and ethnicities to join us in September in New York City’s Little Italy to help celebrate Italian culture and heritage.”

The New Broadway Esplanade

nospam@example.com (NYCP) — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 06:18:35 -0500

For the past month I have noticed the construction of this Esplanade before I knew what it was going to be. As the construction was coming along I saw they had paved a green path with a bicycle symbol and I thought, that’s great a bike path at last. Now all these delivery guys and messengers on bikes can stop nearly plowing us to the ground due to being in such a hurry. I even thought I would start skating to work using the bike path. But as construction progressed even more with the sight of gravel shrinking that wonderful bike path, I was really beginning to think, “what are they doing with this?” It wasn’t until last Friday as I was walking past there that I saw the benches and chairs and tables with red umbrellas.

My first thought was that I felt a bigger bike lane was more useful. Then came the thought of, “I thought the city was broke. Of all the things we had to cut back on, we couldn’t save our money to use for something else more useful instead of this esplanade.” And then my final thought was that it’s pretty but I don’t think it’s safe.

As I am reading in the NY Times today, it turns out that this newly featured esplanade is an overnight instant hit for the surrounding office workers and especially tourists who feel that this is part of the NY experience. It’s only been a few days and it’s already a jammed packed spot filled with people brave enough to deal with oncoming heavy traffic of Broadway and the exhaust that comes from it. While some of the locals are a bit weary of accidents waiting to happen for example, a cab or a truck was to loose control and plow into the esplanade and onto the sidewalks. Other locals and tourists are embracing the idea of a new lunch spot in the middle of the street. The $700,000 esplanade reduced the Broadway street traffic lanes by two and extends from 42^nd street to 35^th street. The Times Square Alliance, The Fashion B.I.D and the 34^th Street Partnership have agreed that they will be maintaining the esplanade.

The esplanade is part of a new project by the Transportation Department on making the streets better for pedestrians and bicyclists. Traffic is also being monitored to see if this new esplanade has had an effect on traffic and making sure traffic risks are reduced to a minimal. So what seems to be a short time to enjoy the new and somewhat less enthused esplanade as summer comes to a close it will still be around throughout the winter and ready for people to experience and enjoy next spring and summer.

Blue Man Group

nospam@example.com (NYCP) — Thu, 08 May 2008 09:14:52 -0500

By now everyone has heard of the Blue Man Group. They have shows at various locations in the U.S.A and overseas. If you still haven't heard of them by now, I recommend you see their show no matter where you are. I have seen the Blue Man Group on some commercials in my country before I came to New York. And now I finally get to see their performance with my own eyes.

The Blue Man Group is composed of three men, who painted their own face with blue paint and wear latex bald caps and black clothing. They play music with a variety of pipes and each pipe made an interesting sound. Moreover, the bluemen don't speak a word. They use their body and lots of instruments as their language and a way to communicate to the audience. Sometimes they walk around to a few seats to entice people to take part in their act. Although they didn’t say anything, the gestures make the audience understand what they want to show us. And it is hilarious more than anything else.

Every audience participated in this performance one way or another and it made a lot of people laugh. I enjoyed it. It was a totally different kind of performance compared to general broadway shows. And it can be one of the best valuable experience in NYC to anyone who visit and/or lives here.

Written by Sekwan Chung (Korea)

Fuerzabruta

nospam@example.com (NYCP) — Thu, 08 May 2008 07:21:26 -0500

Have you seen DE LA GUARDA new show? You have to watch “Fuerzabruta”. It is a group of performers from Argentina. They are awesome! It was such an imaginative and creative performance. I don't think anybody can imagine the scenes until they see the show.

There is no acting. No speech or dialect. There is no seating. You are standing the entire time and just enjoying the interactive show and each other. For the longest time, I really wanted to see De la Guarda, but I couldn’t. It was my part of dream. But dreams can come true.

In my opinion, this is one of the most original performances ever seen Off-Broadway. I will admit I didn't understand what the story line is or if there was a meaning to the show. However, we don’t need worry about that too much. In my opinion, I think they want to tell us something which is related to an instinct within us as they reflect on human life.

Can you imagine they are swimming in the theater? Moreover, they were swimming overhead. They are just few feet over my head. I really thought that the cover might break over our heads. But, soon afterwards I was exposed to the water coming from somewhere else. Many people enjoyed that moment.

The music was a nocturne, but it had an attractive beat. First time, many people were a little confused about that song. But as time passes, I can now dance to that song. The performance is only 70 minutes long. I wanted it to go on for a bit longer than that and I was sad that it was over so quickly since I was having such a good time. I want more Fuerzabruta! I will definitely go back and see this show again.

Written by Hae Jin Han (Korea)

Team Work Helps!

nospam@example.com (NYCP) — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 04:27:28 -0500

If you haven't catch BODIES- The Exhibit, then this is your chance. If you were thinking to take a little cruise out on the Hudson, this is your chance too because Bodies and Circle Line have teamed up for a 2 4 1 deal.

When:: Daily 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. (ends May 31)

Event Phone Number:: 1-888-926-3437

http://ticketpro.net/USA/bodies/...

Neighborhood: Financial District

South Street Seaport Exhibition Centre

11 Fulton St.

New York, NY 10038

Now you can do both for the price of ONE. It's a nice day!! Go have some fun.

10 NYC Buildings Worth Seeing!

nospam@example.com (NYCP) — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 02:14:03 -0500

1. Conde Nast Building 4 Times Square, Manhattan, by Fox & Fowle Architects, 1996-1999. This 866-foot-tall skyscraper in the heart of Times Square is what Bell calls "environmentally correct," with state-of-the-art air quality and energy conservation systems. 2. Brooklyn Museum Entry pavilion and plaza, 200 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn, by James Stewart Polshek, 2004. The glass and steel circular structure modernized the museum's imposing 19th century Beaux Arts facade while making it inviting and accessible, a suitable centerpiece for Brooklyn's burgeoning hipster art scene. 3. Prada New York 575 Broadway, near Prince Street, Manhattan, by Rem Koolhaas, 2001. A wave of zebrawood is the centerpiece of Prada's flagship store, in Soho. "It displays the merchandise, it doesn't sell it." 4. Rose Center for Earth and Space At the American Museum of Natural History, Central Park West at 79th Street, Manhattan, by James Stewart Polshek, 2000. This illuminated 87-foot-diameter sphere, which appears to be floating in a huge glass cube, houses the Hayden Planetarium and Space Theater. 5. Apple Store SoHo 103 Prince St., Manhattan, by Ronnette Riley and Bohlin Cywinski Jackson, 2002, with Apple's creative team, including CEO Steve Jobs and others. If you're looking for the Apple Store on Prince Street, you'll be forgiven for doing a double take or maybe even walking right past it. The exterior is a 1920s stone and brick post office, with the original "STATION A" signage above the entrance. The inside is distinguished by clean, white space and an inviting glass staircase to a glass bridge upstairs. 6. Grand Central Terminal 42nd Street and Park Avenue, Manhattan, by Reed & Stern and Warren & Wetmore, 1903-1913, restored by Beyer, Blinder & Belle, 1998. The famed train station's Beaux Arts Classical design is known for its arches, clock, constellation ceiling and cathedral windows. The building's beauty was restored in a project completed in 1998, and the corridors were enlivened with exhibition space and interesting places to eat and shop. Free tours ($10 suggested donation) sponsored by the Municipal Arts Society, Wednesdays, 12:30 p.m.; meet at the information booth on the main concourse. 7. Morgan Library Expansion 33 E. 36th St., at Fifth Avenue, Manhattan, Renzo Piano, 2006. Piano's expansion of the Morgan Library, a 1906 Beaux Arts building designed by McKim, Mead & White, is considered one of his masterpieces, with glass walls linking the old and new. 8. Chrysler Building 405 Lexington Ave., at 42nd Street, Manhattan, by William Van Alen, 1930. This building is not as well-known as the Empire State Building, but Bell thinks it should be (even though it doesn't have a public observation deck). It's a phenomenal example of Art Deco architecture that is both elegant and fun, from the distinctive tiered crown, easily picked out from the city skyline, to the enormous gargoyles shaped like radiator caps. 9. Hearst Tower 951-969 Eighth Ave., near 56th Street, Manhattan, by Sir Norman Foster, 2004. This 42-story tower was built atop the original six-story home of the Hearst media empire. The diagonal gridwork and see-through glass panels, with no vertical supporting columns, make this sleek design unique in the world. 10. Seagram Building 375 Park Ave., near 53rd Street, by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Philip Johnson (design architects) and Kahn & Jacobs (associate architects), 1958. "It was this building that transformed our skyline." The building is a perfect glass box, elegantly proportioned and set back 90 feet from the street.

50% off sale @ Dulcinee!

nospam@example.com (NYCP) — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 05:01:53 -0500

Image by: www.vintagetextile.com If you're a fan of everything vintage, but can't afford it, this is your chance. Dulcinee's on the Lower East Side is having a sale; 50% off sale. Check it out and see what you can get. This is an amazing boutique and you won't be disappointed unless everything is already gone! Image by: www.refinery29.com

When:Daily

Dulcinée

127 Stanton St .

New York, NY 10002

212-253-2534

World Trade Center Staircase, Preserved

nospam@example.com (NYCP) — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 08:20:02 -0500

On Sunday, a piece of New York City's heart was moved: a staircase dubbed the Survivors's Staircase Image provided by: post-gazette.comwas loaded onto a flatbed truck and relocated about 200 feet, in order to make way for the World Trade Center Memorial. The 37 steps that connected an exterior plaza to the below street served as an escape for survivors of the WTC tragedy. Original plans had been to destroy the Vesey Street staircase, but due to the loud protests of New Yorkers, it was decided that the steps would become a featured attraction in the currently under construction memorial. The staircase serves as a literal as well as a symbolic reminder...not only of New York's loss, but the ascension from out of the tragedy's rubble the city has fought so diligently for. Image provided by: 911research.wtc7.net

Free Party for Playgirl!

nospam@example.com (NYCP) — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 02:41:56 -0600

Well girls, I guess it's time to party. If you enjoy watching half naked men, then this party is the place for you. Playgirl is inviting you to their issue release party tomorrow night; in which they are celebrating, "beach bodies of Fire Island." Hmmm....Fire Island? Drinks are provided by P.I.N.K and Dooley's liqueur. When: February 28th, 2008 Where: Happy Ending (302 Broome Street) Time: 7pm to 10pm Party on poeple....

Lunar Eclipse Tonight!

nospam@example.com (NYCP) — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 04:06:56 -0600

www.space.com Tonight, February 20th, 2008, there will be a lunar eclipse for all to see. This makes it the third time this year that we get to see this amazing thing happen with the moon and the earth. USA Today says, "As is the case with all lunar eclipses, the region of visibility will encompass more than half of our planet. Nearly a billion people in the Western Hemisphere, more than 1.5 billion in Europe and Africa, and perhaps another half-billion in western Asia will be able to watch — weather permitting — as the brilliant mid-winter full moon becomes a shadow of its former self and morphs into a glowing coppery ball." www.nomad4ever.com

There is something different about the eclipse this time, "the planet Saturn (magnitude +0.2) and the bright bluish star, Regulus (magnitude +1.4) will form a broad triangle with the moon's ruddy disk. Careful watchers will notice the moon changing its position with respect to the star and planet as it moves eastward through the Earth's shadow."

The moon will enter Earth's much darker umbral shadow at 1:43 on Feb. 21 by Greenwich or Universal time, which is 8:43 p.m. on Feb. 20 in the Eastern time zone, 7:43 p.m. Central time, 6:43 p.m. Mountain time and 5:43 p.m. Pacific time.

Seventy-eight minutes later the moon is entirely within the shadow, and sails on within it for 51 minutes (about average for a total lunar eclipse), until it begins to find its way out at the lower left (southeastern) edge.

The moon be completely free of the umbra by 9:09 p.m. Pacific time or 12:09 a.m. (Feb. 21) Eastern time.

Please read more

-think24seven

Sale @ Barney’s People!

nospam@example.com (NYCP) — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 19:39:00 -0600

Where: Barney’s NY

When: Now through March 2nd, 2008

Address: 255 W. 17th St.

New York, NY 10011

Phone #: 212-450-8400

It’s time for the Barney’s Warehouse Sale. Once again, people will wake up at the wee hours of the morning to hurry down to Barney’s in hopes of getting their hands on awesome threads.

Price are reduced by 50-75% off.

Enjoy!

-think24seven

The SNOW is here!

nospam@example.com (NYCP) — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 06:36:12 -0600

Photo provided by: www.f-secure.com

Apart from some rain, New York City has had pretty good weather this Winter season. February came and it was 62 degrees just last week. We all thought Winter was over or at least attempting to be over. Boy were we wrong! Winter has returned with a vengeance, with freezing temperatures, high winds and now, snow. It's supposed to snow from now until the rush hour period. Can you imagine what that's going to be like?

Photo provided by: www.chadhuck.com

Bundle up New Yorkers, it can get worse!

- think24seven

10 New York City Steakhouses that you will love!

nospam@example.com (NYCP) — Mon, 11 Feb 2008 06:04:35 -0600

New York City, among other things, is known for its food. Some of the world's top chefs have opened their doors to New Yorkers and tourists alike. Going to a great restaurant or steakhouse is an excellent way to celebrate a special occasion, or a "just because" occasion. Here are some of the top steakhouses in NYC. 1. The Steakhouse at Monkey Bar 60 E 54th St New York, NY 10022 (212) 838-2600 Photo @: www.mefeedia.com The Monkey Bar has been pleasing palettes for over 70 years. Their menu include barbecue, crispy duck breast, grilled Hangar steak, and so much more. "Six nights a week the Monkey Bar offers a different cut of meat for $24, a significant savings over other New York steakhouses." 2. MarkJoseph Steakhouse 261 Water St New York, NY 10038 (212) 277-0020 Photo @: www.eater.com This Financial District Steakhouse is home to many Wall Street business men, women and diners who want to experience the best of the best in steaks. With appetizers and meals that will keep you going, it's no miracle as to why they are always busy. 3. Knickerbocker Bar and Grill 33 University Pl New York, NY 10003 (212) 228-8490 Photo @: www.cityentree.com If you're looking for scrumptious desserts and amazing drinks, then the Knickerbocker Bar and Grill is the place for you. Don't forget about the steaks, you can also enjoy their famous t-bone too. 4. Old Homestead Steakhouse 56 9th Ave New York, NY 10011 (212) 242-9040 Photo @: www.thursdayclub.com If you like raw bars, then this is the place for you. With Clams, Oysters, Crab legs and Caviar; eating like a King is not unheard of in this part of town. Sit back and enjoy all that Old Homestead Steakhouse has to offer. 5. Dylan Prime 62 Laight St New York, NY 10013 (212) 334-4783 Photo @: monasapple.blogspot.com Famous for their fondue, this TriBeCa Steakhouse will have you licking your lips and your fingers. Try their cheese fondue with beef tips, you won't forget it! 6. BLT Steak 106 E 57th St New York, NY 10022 (212) 752-7470 Photo @: www.johnmariani.com BLT=Bistro Laurent Tourondel and "this famous chef has added his own flair to typical steakhouse standards at BLT Steak." Try their signature foie gras for an appetizer, among many others. They also carry other cuts along with great sides and sauces. 7. Keen's Steakhouse 72 W 36th St New York, NY 10018 (212) 947-3636 Photo @: www.dinersjournal.blogs.nytimes.com Opened since 1885, Keens offers Old School New York meals. The mutton chop is delicious and the sides are also fantastic. 8. Sparks Steakhouse 210 E 46th St New York, NY 10017 (212) 687-4855 Photo @: in-newyork.com According to many, Sparks is the place to be. With affordable meals and an awesome wine list, Sparks will light up your taste buds with flare and flavor. 9. Peter Luger Steakhouse Brooklyn Location Peter Luger, Inc. 178 Broadway Brooklyn, N.Y. 11211 (718) 387-7400 Great Neck Location Peter Luger of Long Island, Inc. 255 Northern Blvd. Great Neck, N.Y. 11021 (516) 487-8800 Photo @: www.foodistcolony.com If you want to get away from the bustle of Manhattan for a great steak meal, make your way on over to the bustle of Brooklyn or to the leisurely Long Island. For over 100 years Peter Luger has been serving delicious meals. **Cash Only** 10. The Strip House 13 East 12th Street New York, NY 10003 212-328-0000 Photo @: www.michaelwolfstudio.com Stroll into the Strip House for great strips of steak with a sexy atmosphere. Ever felt like eating at a place that you can relax and just hang out? Well, this is the place for that. Dim lighting and red walls make your meal taste even better. - think24seven