Redd Foxx broke new comedic ground with a his raw and decidedly urban brand of humor. Foxx paved the way for generations of comedians including Richard Pryor, George Carlin, Eddie Murphy and Dave Chappell. Continue reading
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Category: Concert
5/2/17 O&A NYC DANCE REVIEW: Dance Theatre of Harlem
Dance Theatre of Harlem (DTH) presented their annual New York City season April 19, 20 and 21 at New York City Center. The performances marked the sixth season since the company’s much anticipated return after a seven-year hiatus. This new re-configured DTH, under the artistic direction of former company principal dancer Virginia Johnson, continues to mature into a new and important dance voice, while staying true to its founding principles. Continue reading
4/30/17 O&A NYC SUNDAY AFTERNOON JAZZ CONCERT: Sarah Vaughan – Someone to watch over me (1978)
The Divine One Sarah Vaughan sing the George and Ira Gershwin classic Someone to Watch Over Me. Continue reading
4/29/17 O&A NYC MUSIC: Marvin Gaye- What’s Going On From Motown 25 (1983)
What’s Going On pleads for understanding. Marvin Gaye’s voice is markedly detached; a lonely, but passionate, voice in the crowd. The result of Gaye’s complex songwriting, combined with his abilities as a producer and an arranger was startlingly different from anything previously released by Motown. Continue reading
4/21/17 O&A NYC SHALL WE DANCE: Forces- Jamel Gaines and Creative Outlet Dance Theatre of Brooklyn
Jamel Gaines and Creative Outlet Dance Theatre of Brooklyn (with guest artists) presents dance theatre, which combines elements of theater, spoken word/poetry, moving image and live music. Gaines uses dance to address social and cultural issues. Continue reading
4/20/17 O&A NYC DANCE: A Conversation With Francesca Harper
By Walter Rutledge
Choreographer Francesca Harper discusses her new ballet System prior to the New York premiere by Dance Theatre of Harlem on Friday, April 20th at New York City Center.
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4/16/17 SUNDAY AFTERNOON JAZZ CONCERT: Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers – Moanin’
Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers’ 1958 classic Moanin’ stands as one of jazz’s all-time recordings. Continue reading
4/15/17 O&A NYC SATURDAY MORNING CONCERT: Esperanza Spalding- I Know You Know / Smile Like That
Esperanza Spalding performs in San Sebastian on July 23, 2009 the concert was broadcast live on Spanish television. Continue reading
4/12/17 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Prince- Summertime
Prince live at the piano during a soundcheck on September 2, 1990 in Nishinomiya, Japan during the last leg of Prince’s Nude Tour. Continue reading
4/3/17 O&A NYC REVIEW MUSIC: Bobbi Humphrey’s Homemade Jam In Harlem
By Walter Rutledge
Bobbi Humphrey performed two sold out shows on March 25 at Red Rooster’s Ginny’s Supper Club. Continue reading
