Dec. 17, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen How can “The Nutcracker,” the beloved ballet performed all over the world every holiday season, be made new again? For one Brooklyn dance company, it’s by returning to what’s old. “The Hard Nut” at Mark Morris Dance Group isn’t taking its cues from “George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker,” or…
Dec. 16, 2024 By Jon Sosa You’ve gotta see it to “believe” it. While freezing winds and frigid weather sweep over thousands of visitors to Dyker Heights this holiday season, a house in the neighborhood’s heart offers warmth — and peace — with a “believe” sign on the roof, captivating attention on 83rd Street.…
Dec. 16, 2024 By Adam Daly The Brooklyn Children’s Museum is celebrating its 125th anniversary with a weekend of free festivities. The milestone celebration on Dec. 21 and 22 will include activities from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, featuring dance programs, meet-and-greets with artists from the Museum’s latest exhibit In The Works,…
Dec. 13, 2024 By Robert Pearl The corner of East 72nd Street and Avenue K in Southeast Brooklyn was transformed into a dazzling winter wonderland last Friday for the 10th annual Brooklyn’s Home for the Holidays celebration. Nicknamed “Christmas Corner,” the beloved event delighted the community with an elaborate display of lights and mechanical…
Dec. 12, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen “The Nutcracker” is a classic for a reason. The show is a holiday tradition at ballet companies around the world, and has served as inspiration for a great many ballerinas who saw it as children and realized they wanted to dance in it someday. It’s also quite old.…
Dec. 11, 2024 By Meaghan McGoldrick O'Neil Since everyone’s asking… It’s the most wonderful time of the year in Dyker Heights (unless you’re looking for parking). Every winter, the southern Brooklyn neighborhood takes a cue from the North Pole, and becomes a winter wonderland of jaw-dropping holiday displays. And we’ve got the ultimate guide…
Dec. 10, 2024 By Adam Daly After five years and a series of setbacks, the beloved Brooklyn pizzeria L&B Spumoni Gardens has officially opened its Dumbo location. The new spot, located at 46 Old Fulton St, marks a significant expansion for the iconic eatery, which first opened in Bensonhurst in 1939. Known for its…
Dec. 10, 2024 By Meaghan McGoldrick O'Neil ‘Tis the season in Brooklyn — and we’re not just talking about the Dyker Heights Christmas Lights. From Downtown Brooklyn to Marine Park and beyond, pockets of Kings County are ushering in the holiday season with dazzling tree-lighting ceremonies, bringing communities together for music, treats and festive…
Dec. 10, 2024 By Robert Pearl The holiday spirit was alive and well Friday night at the Hendrick I. Lott House as families gathered despite frigid temperatures for the annual Christmas tree lighting. Dozens of families turned out to enjoy the festive atmosphere, complete with hot chocolate, cookies, and a special visit from Sinterklaas,…
Dec. 10, 2024 By Adam Daly It’s her turn! Soul legend Diana Ross will return to Kings Theatre next year to celebrate the 10th anniversary of its grand reopening. Ross, who was the first artist to perform at the historic Flatbush venue when it reopened in 2015, will take the stage on Friday, Feb.…