With monumental works by renowned contemporary artists, Giants: Art from The Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys encourages “giant conversations” inspired by the works on view—critiquing society and celebrating Blackness. Continue reading
Category: Video
5/8/24 O&A NYC WILDIN OUT WEDNESDAY: Lil Nas X- Montero on Mauri
As part of the promotional push for is the release of his 2021 album Montero, Lil Nas X appears on the Mauri Show promoting the storyline featured in the video That What I Want. Continue reading
5/5/24 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY Pt. 2: Sounds Of Blackness – I Believe
I Believe is a song by ensemble Sounds of Blackness was produced by Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis. It was written by the duo along with: Marvin R. Pierce, Ralph Middlebrooks, Eugene Marshall Jones, Clarence Satchell, Gregory Allen Webster and Walter Junie Morrison.The song was released in 1994 as the first single from the group’s third album, Africa to America; The Journey of the Drum (1994). Continue reading
5/1/24 O&A NYC WILDIN OUT WEDNESDAY: Good Times – SNL With Janet Jackson Guest
Janet Jackson reprises her role as Penny from Good Times and joins the Evans family (Kenan Thompson, Maya Rudolph, J.B. Smoove, Finesse Mitchell) in this tribute that combines classic plots from the hit 1970s sitcom. [Season 29, 2004] Continue reading
4/30/24 O&A NYC DANCE REVIEW: The Martha Graham Dance Company
By Walter Rutledge
The Martha Graham Dance Company presented their 98th season April 17 thru 20th at New York City Center. The season offered only four performances featuring works by Agnes DeMille, Martha Graham, Jamar Roberts and Hofesh Shechter. The Thursday night program featured two Graham masterworks Rite of Spring (1984) and her icon Appalachian Spring (1944) and We The People, a new work by Roberts. The audience was treated to a season of live music (a former dance staple now a luxury) by the Mannes Orchestra and the Gabe Witcher Sextet. Continue reading
4/29/24 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: AI Trump- Jerkin Tudix
AI Trump’s dance moves look like, well, uh…I’ll just let AI Trump tell you. Continue reading
4/28/24 O&A NYC SUNDAY AFTERNOON JAZZ CONCERT: Charles Mingus Sextet at the Konserthuset Stockholm,Sweden April 13th, 1964 Colorized
On April 13th, 1964, Charles Mingus took the stage in Stockholm, Sweden with his Sextet. This incredible footage (which has been colorized) is from the rehearsal before the concert. Continue reading
4/25/24 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY: Aaliyah -Try Again
Aaliyah Dana Haughton has been credited with helping to redefine contemporary R&B, pop and hip hop earning her the nicknames the Princess of R&B and Queen of Urban Pop. Continue reading
4/24/24 O&A NYC WILDIN OUT WEDNESDAY: Andrew Schulz- Stand Up Comedy
Andrew Cameron Schulz is a stand-up comedian, actor, and podcaster. In addition to his stand-up, he is known for his work on MTV2’s Guy Code and its two spinoffs, The Flagrant podcast with Akash Singh and The Brilliant Idiots podcast. Continue reading
4/23/24 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: The Best African Wise Proverbs
African wisdom has the power to inspire and guide us on our own personal journeys. Through captivating visuals and insightful narration, providing a glimpse into the profound wisdom that lies within African culture. Let the wisdom of Africa wash over you, leaving you with a renewed sense of appreciation for the power of ancient knowledge. Continue reading