by Eva Troester | Aug 23, 2017 | Culture, Movies
Originally from the UK, Joanna Pickering followed her love of dramatic arts to New York City. Here, she was trained in Method Acting at the Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute and has played worldwide in a number of films, indie as well as commercial, and in...
by Grace Capobianco | Aug 18, 2017 | Events, Music
In preparation for this weekend’s Emerging Music Festival, Downtown sat down with Dan Fishman, the producer and booker for the festival. Find out who you should see, check the program for Friday and Saturday, and learn more about Fishman’s musical...
by Samantha Mellone | Aug 9, 2017 | Culture, Music
It’s the early 2000’s and a screenplay writer is struggling with a classic case of writer’s block. To ease his mind, he turns to his new guitar. He’s never played before but decides that taking a break to learn a chord or two will help him unwind....
by Ellen Johnson | Aug 8, 2017 | Culture, Theater
At the end of every Broadway show, performers take one final bow, showing their gratitude to the audience and the musicians. These talented artists perform every night, and it’s their job to do so. So they must know how good they are, right? Their humility...
by Mike Hammer | Aug 4, 2017 | Featured, Sports
Renowned New York developer and accomplished triathlete Elie Hirschfeld turned in another sterling performance in the 30th Annual Central Park Triathlon, finishing first in the 65-69-year old age group! The 68-year-old veteran of more than 80 top triathlon...
by Ellen Johnson | Aug 1, 2017 | Culture, Theater
It sure is hot outside, so why not escape the heat for two hours and immerse yourself in some of Broadway’s best? With firecracker choreography, bold voices, immaculate on-stage instrumentation and a stunning set, Broadway’s “Bandstand” is a...
