Jonathan Slaff

299 POSTS
Jonathan Slaff writes on cultural events from the brainy, the edgy and the good. He helps us keep ahead of the curve in the world of the arts and culture.

Exclusive articles:

Spring and Summer Rituals Galore in ‘Fire. Water. Night’ Musical

La MaMa presents Yara Arts Group in 'Fire. Water. Night,' a World Music Theater performance with traditional ritual songs from East Europe and wild Midsummer music by a folk punk group.

Frog and Peach Theatre Company Presents Fairy Tale Series with Puppets and Songs

For audiences age four and up, Frog and Peach Theatre Company, 'a brave company that is a jewel of Off-Broadway' (Ronald Gross, NY Theatre Buying Guide), will present a fairy tale series, 'Tinkerbell Theatre,' adapting 'Cinderella' and 'The T

Flamenco’s Traditions Continue to Linger in ‘Cinco Por Cinco’

With a new program of innovative and edgy repertoire, Rebeca Tomas, brings her A Palo Seco Flamenco Company back to Theatre 80 Saint Marks from May 17 to 19, presenting a new production, 'Cinco Por Cinco.'

Canadian Playwright Vern Thiessen to Direct Own Masterpiece ‘Apple’

The Drilling Company will present the New York premiere of 'Apple' by Canadian playwright Vern Thiessen, a haunting tale of sex, secrets and second chances.

Theater for the New City Presents ‘The Upper Lip’ on May 2-19

Director/playwright David Willinger has adapted William Saroyan's forgotten 1951 novel, 'Rock Wagram,' for the stage. His play, titled 'The Upper Lip,' will be presented by Theater for the New City May 2 to 19, 2013.

Breaking

Why More Travelers Are Switching to a One-Bag Packing System in 2026

More travelers are choosing to skip the checked suitcase....

Why Maintenance Matters For Your Commercial Property Insurance Rates

In recent years, the cost of commercial insurance has...

Tom Staley of Maia Wealth on Why Direction Beats Speed, and the Quiet Cost of Waiting for the Perfect Financial Plan

Tom Staley of Maia Wealth says waiting for a perfect financial plan can keep capable savers from taking useful first steps.

The SS Patria Disaster: Jewish Refugees, British Deportation and Haifa Harbor Tragedy

SS Patria disaster in Haifa harbor exposed the tragic conundrum of Jewish refugees, British deportation and rescue under wartime pressure.
spot_imgspot_img