In “NY See,” East Village-based artist Grant Shaffer illustrates his daily observations of New York life, with witty (and relatable) captions. Think: “someone walking on…
Hail Satan? Trailer Will Get You Fired Up For the Satanic Temple Doc
Fun fact: When The Satanic Temple made its infamous seven-foot-tall bronze statue of Baphomet for the grounds of the Oklahoma State Capitol, they modeled its abs on…
A ‘Lit Arab Dance Night’ Builds a Following in Bushwick
Underneath the elevated train track on the JMZ line, a dance cave with soft green, pink and purple lighting glows. Inside, the dance floor is…
Yet Another Williamsburg Longtimer, The Abbey, Is Closing
Williamsburg’s “BEST NO BULLSHIT, NO TOURISTS, ALL AROUND GREAT LOCAL BAR” is closing. The Abbey, a neighborhood fixture for over two decades, will shutter this Thursday.…
Watch: Ariel Kavoussi Flips the Script On Female Desire in ‘The Poet and the Professor’
Almost immediately, The Poet and the Professor is a very obvious change from the short films most people are used to. It is, as director…
It’s Feminist Zine Fest Time: Where to Go and What to Do
It’s almost women’s history month and in New York that means it’s time for the NYC Feminist Zinefest (FZF). The self-described “jumble of magic, creativity,…
Art This Week: Tasty Treats, American Artist, Painted Haiku
Food For Thought Opening Thursday, February 28 at Louis K. Meisel Gallery, 6 pm to 8 pm. On view through March 30. It’s a shame…
Should We Smack an ‘Oligarch Tax’ On Out-of-Towners With Sick Crash Pads?
Seizing on the opportunity that comes with a massive advantage in both houses of the state legislature, Democratic lawmakers are making a renewed push for…
NYC Comedian Recounts Her Time As a ‘Massage Parlor Madam’
Many artists have to work odd jobs to pay the bills, but comedian Nicky Sunshine had a hustle that set her apart from most. After…
Insane Clown Play: Juggalos Gather Off-Off-Broadway
Juggalos, the face-painted, unashamedly low-brow fans of rap-rock band Insane Clown Posse, have been an object of morbid curiosity for over two decades. Officially listed as a…