4/14/24 O&A NYC GOSPEL MIME/DANCE: I’m Gonna Be Ready- Wendell Huckaby

Wendell Huckaby is a man after God’s own heart. He has been ministering in mime over 20 years. His passion for ministry through the art of mime, praise dance, and gospel hip hop as an avenue to reach God’s people is very evident in the way he ministers.   Continue reading

4/14/24 O&A NYC GOSPEL SUNDAY: Yolanda Adams – This Too Shall Pass

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This Too Shall Pass, a song written by Yolanda Adams, was released as the last single from her 2005 album Day by Day.  

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4/13/24 O&A NYC BREAKING NEWS: Roberto Cavalli, Fashion Designer Who Celebrated Excess, Dies at 83

Italian designer Roberto Cavalli, known for his unique animal print designs and eponymous fashion house, has died. He was 83 years old. The legendary designer’s death was announced Friday on his company’s Instagram page along with a heartfelt message. The company did not share exact details surrounding his cause of death. Continue reading

4/13/24 O&A NYC GOING BACK TO AFRICA WITH WALESTYLEZ: Shallipopi – Wet on Me ft. Zerry DL

Shallipopi has gained a lot of attention in the music industry after the release of his new song, Wet On Me. In which Zerry DL devoted a spotlight to him. Continue reading

4/13/24 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: AI Trump- Selling Melania

We know Donald Trump is trying to sell some things to pay off the cases he has lost so far. Stocks, property, any cars are all up for sale. Now he has added his wife Melania as a procession for sale. Continue reading

4/13/24 O&A NYC DANCE REVIEW: Ailey II

By Walter Rutledge

Ailey II began their six-day, eight performance New York City season Tuesday, April 9th at the Joyce Theater. This season marked the fiftieth anniversary of the company, which has left an indelible mark on the Ailey organization and the dance world at large. The company is a dance finishing school, touring boot camp, and a choreographer’s laboratory for emerging dance makers and established choreographers. Continue reading

4/11/24 O&A NYC BREAKING NEWS: O.J. Simpson Dead at 76 | CBS Sports

The death of O.J Simpson have begun to percolate, as comments that cropped up steadily on social media, in the press and on television from public figures and people who personally knew him reflected the division that still exists over his infamous acquittal. Continue reading

4/11/24 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY: The Whispers – And The Beat Goes On

And the Beat Goes On is a single by The Whispers. The song was their first of two number-one singles on the Soul Chart and their first Top 20 hit on the Billboard 100. Continue reading

4/8/24 O&A NYC HOLLYWOOD MONDAY: Run For The Dream|Inspiring True Story

Truth is stranger than fiction. Olympic gold medal hurdler Gail Devers almost lost her feet to a mysterious disease after being picked for the 1988 Seoul Olympics. She failed to qualify for the finals as the disease left her feet swollen, cracked and oozing blood.After two years, doctors were on the verge of amputating when it was discovered that radiation treatment was making it worse. Continue reading

4/8/24 O&A NYC DANCE: Conversation With Spencer Everett- Ailey II

By Walter Rutledge

 

Ailey II perfromer Spencer Everett is already a dance gypsy on a mission. The Stratford, Ontario, Canada native moved to New York City to pursue his dream of becoming an artist; but in Everett’s case that takes on a broader meaning than just dance. The dual major graduate completed the Ailey/Fordham BFA program with an honorable mention in dance and departmental honors in visual arts. Continue reading