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The towering tree in ROCKEFELLER CENTER is an international symbol of the holiday spirit. Enjoy the surrounding holiday shop windows and THE RINK AT ROCKEFELLER CENTER, the world’s most famous patch of ice. This year marks the rink’s 80th anniversary and to celebrate Rock Center will be flashing back to opening year with nostalgic touches. The rink will play Billboard #1 songs from the last 80 years and ROCK CENTER CAFÉ will serve the throwback specialty cocktail “The Preakness.”

To further bring the mood of opening year, the skate house is decorated with historic photos. Take advantage of a package deal, like APRÈS SKATE (appetizers and drinks), a STARLIGHT SKATE on the night’s last session, or a combo ticket with the CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR STARRING THE RADIO CITY ROCKETTES™ that’ll get you both into the show and onto the rink. Rockefeller Center, 600 Fifth Ave., 212-332-7654, therinkatrockcenter.com

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ONGOING SPIRIT CRUISES offers some of the best ways to get out on the water in NYC. Look for a host of holiday cruises including JINGLE BELLS LUNCH CRUISES, HOLIDAY LIGHTS DINNER CRUISES, and Christmas Eve lunch and dinner cruises. Chelsea Piers, 23rd St. & the Hudson River, 866-483-3866, spiritcruises.com

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Welcome to the world of GEORGE BALANCHINE’S THE NUTCRACKER, performed by the NEW YORK CITY BALLET. From the moment the lights dim, you’ll be transported to a magical place filled with mischievous mice, waltzing snowflakes, marching toy soldiers, the Land of Sweets, a one-ton Christmas tree that seemingly grows forever, and some of the most glorious dancing on earth. David H. Koch Theater, 20 Lincoln Center (Columbus Ave. & 63rd St.), 212-496-0600, nycballet.com/nutcracker

The METROPOLITAN OPERA is ringing in the holidays with a family-friendly production of THE MAGIC FLUTE. Julie Taymor of The Lion King presents an elaborate English-language production of Mozart’s fanciful classic. Young stars Janai Brugger and Ben Bliss are the fairy-tale princess and prince, and Christopher Maltman reprises his acclaimed interpretation of the birdcatcher Papageno. Metropolitan Opera House (Columbus Ave. at 63rd St.), 212-362-6000, metopera.org

ONGOING HOLIDAY EXPRESS: TRAINS AND TOYS FROM THE JERNI COLLECTION returns to the NEW-YORK HISTORICAL SOCIETY to delight and inspire children of all ages.

With items from the Jerni Collection of more than 10,000 toys and trains dating from 1850 to 1950, the show modernizes the miniatures with multiscreen, multimedia displays. Kids can crawl through to a a transparent bubble to get an up‐close‐and‐personal view of a display that suggests an early 20th century toy department. A holiday must-see in NYC! 170 Central Park W. (btw. 76th & 77th Sts.), 212-873-3400, nyhistory.org

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BY MERYL PEARLSTEIN

The cast of Cats dazzles, now and forever.

All kinds of iconic Andrew Lloyd Webber mastery has once again pounced onto Broadway. This time it’s at the Neil Simon Theatre, where a vibrant revival has introduced a new generation (or two) to T.S. Eliot’s “Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats.”

Since the hit musical Cats burst back onto the Great White Way on July 31st, it has welcomed countless fans—from veterans who became enamored by the feline characters two or three decades ago, to kids who arrive dressed in cat costumes—and all of whom get caught up in the music and movements that take off the moment the Jellicle Cats appear in their colorful costumes.

“Whether you’ve seen the show just once in the past or multiple times now, you’ll always come away with something different. It’s not exactly your mother’s Cats, but in a large way, it really is,” says Mamie Parris, who stepped into the showstopping role of Grizabella on October 17th—eight days after British pop singer Leona Lewis played her final performance.

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Grizabella the Glamour Cat...”—is best known for the Act II ballad “Memory,” the show’s most famous song. Parris makes it her own in a version that is at once both fresh and soulful.

As for the show’s opening, it literally creeps up on you before taking off. Leaping across the stage in delicious feline frenzy, the Jellicles are the first to be physically introduced, but they are only part of a cat community that is assembling for this one night a year when the worthiest of them is selected to be reborn and ascend to the Heaviside layer.

Will it be the devilish Macavity?

(Probably not: Macavity’s not there...!) Possibly the engagingly magical Mister Mistoffelees will take the honors...or perhaps the curious and sparkling Rum Tum Tugger? The honor (minor spoiler alert) is up for grabs until the end.

As the show unfolds, you can feel the excitement throughout the audience as the kitty cast slithers through the aisles,

“You can feel the excitement throughout the audience...”

catching the eyes of one entranced child after another—or a captivated parent, for that matter.

“This is a show that brings joy and delight every night,” notes Parris. “Everyone shares the energy of the ensemble of exceptionally talented dancers, actors, and singers who move in unity towards that final moment.”

(For the record, Parris’s Broadway credits include On the Twentieth Century, Ragtime, 110 in the Shade and The Drowsy Chaperone; prior to joining Cats, she originated the role of Patty in another Lloyd Webber musical, School of Rock.)

If you saw the original production of Cats, you’re no stranger to its brilliant score and audacious characters. The current version—also directed by Trevor Nunn and transplanted yet again from London’s West End—has been updated

just enough to place it in the present, with some orchestration improvements and tweaks to Gillian Lynne’s original choreography by Hamilton alum Andy Blankenbuehler.

But if this is your first time seeing Cats you’ll not only be entertained, you’ll also learn a thing or two about felines—like how to address them (hint: it involves treats), and that they have three different names.

Finally, the set is still the visually striking junkyard, only in this go-round, theatregoers are invited onstage during intermission to explore the landscape from a cat’s eye view: oversized shoes, hats, toothbrushes, and other paraphernalia decorate every beloved inch.

Cats’ Broadway revival is more than a show, it’s an event. Now and forever indeed!

Cats is playing at the Neil Simon Theater, 250 W. 52nd St. For tickets call 877-250-2929 or visit catsthemusical.com.

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New York City is the shopping capital of the world—and there’s no better place to be when you need to cross names off of your holiday gift list. Here’s a sampling of some great gift ideas from a variety of stores in all corners of the city.

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Tissot Tissot V8 Quartz Chronograph: The V8 is a powerful engine for the wrist. The bold chronographs take their positions on the ‘grid’ with dashboard-inspired counters. This model will appeal to wearers with a good dose of adrenaline and zero tolerance for missing out on the action. $495. All collections available at our Tissot boutiques. Midtown: 666 Fifth Ave. (btw. 52nd & 53rd Sts.), 646-669-7894; Times Square: 1515 Broadway (btw. 44th & 45th Sts.), 646-678-4930; Westfield World Trade Center: 185 Greenwich St. (Albany St.), Balcony Level C1, 212-732-0334; us.tissotshop.com

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Nintendo Entertainment System™: NES Classic Edition. From your first Goomba stomp to your thousandth victory in Final Fantasy, the Nintendo Entertainment System™ may just be thew most nostalgic gaming console ever. And now, a new, miniaturized version is here, pre-loaded with 30 of the all-time greatest games. Just plug it in…and play. MSRP: $59.99. 10 Rockefeller Plaza, 48th St. (btw. Fifth & Sixth Aves.), 646-459-0800, NintendoNYC.com

La Bleu Optique Handmade, 13 layers of wood eyewear from Italy’s FEB31st. You can customize the colors and write a special message inside the frame. 1156 Sixth Ave. (entrance on 45th St.), 646-852-6580, lableu.com

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Hammacher Schlemmer

The Tabletop Fireplace: This liquid fuel fireplace rests on any stable surface and provides the color, charm, and comfort of a woodburning fire without smoke, smells, or sparks. The cleanburning, portable fireplace yields a bright yellow, orange, and red 7”-high flame that flickers without fumes, making it suitable for indoor or outdoor use. 147 E. 57th St. (btw. Lexington & Third Aves.), 800-421-9002, hammacher.com

Grand Bazaar NYC

Holiday Shopping at Grand Bazaar NYC: The best holiday market for the most unique gifts. 100+ local artists, designers, and antique/vintage merchants sell handmade, one-of-a-kind, and rare goods, including delicious artisanal foods. Indoors & outdoors, open 10am-5:30pm.

100 W. 77th St. (Columbus Ave.), 212-239-3025, grandbazaarnyc.org

Hershey’s Chocolate World Times Square Wrap the gift of happiness: Perfect for the holidays, nothing says happiness like personalized wrappers from Hershey’s. 1593 Broadway (48th St.), 212-581-9100, hersheys.com

Zibetto Espresso Bar

Zibetto Espresso Bar offers the perfect gift for the coffee lover: a bag of the best Italian espresso beans for $40. Zibetto is well known among coffee lovers in New York for the Italian coffee experience. 1221 Sixth Ave. (on 48th St.), 212-332-2648; 501 Fifth Ave. (42nd St.), 646-838-6364; 1385 Sixth Ave. (on 56th St.), 646-707-0505; zibettoespresso.com

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This holiday at the NHL Store, to kick off the the NHL Centennial in 2017, we are celebrating our league history with some vintage-inspired products by CCM. Pictured are New York Rangers Vintage Zip-Up Jacket by CCM, $85; Toronto Maple Leafs Vintage Button Henley Long Sleve, $55. 1185 Sixth Ave. (btw.

46th & 47th Sts.), 212-221-6375, nhl.com/info/nhl-store

New York City Ballet

NYCB’s production of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker ® is the ultimate holiday experience. Tickets start at just $35 at nycballet.com. NYCB mementos also make fantastic gifts: Women’s Grey Zip Up Jacket ($75), Nutcracker Book ($25), and Logo Travel Mug ($25). 20 Lincoln Center Plaza (62nd St. & Columbus Ave.), 212-496-0600, nycballetshop.com

Hell’s Kitchen Flea Market

New York City’s longest continuously operating outdoor market has been known for utterly original, absolutely unique gifts for more than a century.

Just in time for holiday shopping, art vendors like Dawn Exton are offering one-of-a-kind, affordable creations.

Exton, a sculptor, designer, and writer, shows original jewelry and collectible designs inspired by the Manhattan skyline, from pill boxes to stunning necklaces and bracelets. 39th St. & Ninth Ave., 212-220-0239, annexmarkets.com

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CitySightseeing Tours Enjoy the fun and flexibility of hop-on hop-off touring, by both land and water.

CitySightseeing also offers the most comprehensive all-inclusive travel pass in NYC! 777 Eighth Ave. (btw. 47th & 48th Sts.); Port Authority (42nd St. & Eighth Ave.); Times Square, Broadway (btw. 46th & 47th Sts.), 800-669-0051; newyorksightseeing.com

Museum of Arts and Design

Dorine Decayeux Jewelry: Dorine Decayeux’s delicate and graceful jewelry is an effortless way to make a striking giftable statement.

Dorine weaves her pieces out of nylon thread, creating designs that are at once subtle and bold. 2 Columbus Circle (59th St., btw. Broadway & Eighth Ave.), 212-299-7777, madmuseum.org

Caffé Palermo

If you really want to treat someone this holiday take them to Little Italy and introduce them to Baby John, the one and only Cannoli King! Classic cannoli here have that perfect balance between sweet cream and satisfying crunch—they’re the best in the city. A host of other great desserts and coffees are waiting here, too. Free t-shirt ($19.95 value) with the purchase of a dozen cannolis. 148 Mulberry St. (btw. Hester & Grand Sts.), 212-431-4205, caffepalermo.com

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New York City’s largest genuine Harley-Davidson MotorClothes boutique. Harley-Davidson of New York carries genuine Harley-Davidson leather jackets and pants, vests, chaps, boots, shoes, T-shirts, watches, and limited edition collectibles. You don’t have to ride a motorcycle to enjoy this boutique stocked with these legendary American-classic MotorClothes. Mon.-Sat., 9am-8pm. Sun., 10am-7pm.

At Reebok FitHub stores we take pride in providing our community with fitness footwear and apparel for any activity. From studio leggings to CrossFit footwear we have what you need to look good while working hard. We believe the best version of ourselves is created by inspiring one another to get moving together. For a full list of U.S. FitHub locations, go to stores.reebok.com/fithubs.

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200 W. 40th St. (7th Ave.); 459 Lexington Ave. (45th St.), 64 Fulton St. (Gold St.), 212-302-8192. Shop online at midtowncomics.com Choose from 3 spacious, friendly locations, where everything related to comics can be found. From mainstream titles to alternative press, all the latest comics, graphic novels & a huge selection of back issues await you. A comprehensive selection of action figures, statues, collectibles, & much more. Courteous, knowledgeable staff always on hand to help. Check website for store hours.

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50 W. 23rd St. (5-6 Aves.), 212-689-1111; datavis.com DataVision is redefining retail with their new, fully interactive store in one of NYC’s busiest shopping corridors.

Featuring a full selection of computers, software, peripherals, digital cameras, camcorders, MP3 players, DVDs, personal video players, TVs, handhelds, GPS solutions, desktops, notebooks, tablet PCs, wireless LAN, carrying cases, mobile phones. Authorized internet/retail dealer for most major brands. Open until 8pm.

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For over 50 years, Century 21 Department Store in lower Manhattan has provided top designers at up to 65% off retail 100% of the time. You’ll find everything from men’s, women’s and children’s apparel to footwear, handbags, housewares & more at this landmark shopping destination. A must-see for tourists and a mainstay for veteran NYers. Come in and score big on all the top designers at NY’s #1 Zagat-rated off-price store—you might even catch a celebrity or two!

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“The Wireless Professionals” with a full line of unlocked GSM phones and accessories. Their mission is simple: to provide the best products and service to their customers at the lowest prices possible. Brand names include HTC, BlackBerry, Sony Ericsson, Motorola, Samsung, LG, Pantech, and Nokia.

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750 Seventh Ave. (49th-50th Sts.), 212-262-7600 martiniquejewelers.com

Open every weekend year-round, the Chelsea and Hell’s Kitchen markets offer up to 185 dealers combined, selling antiques, collectibles, vintage clothing, ephemera, the decorative arts, antique furnishings and décor, and more.

Designers, artists, and lovers of antiques shop here. Hell’s Kitchen: Sat. & Sun. 9am–5pm; Chelsea: Sat. & Sun. 9am–6pm.

Fine jewelers in New York’s Theatre District since 1963.

Martinique Jewelers carries the largest selection of Pandora Charms in Times Square, including special NYC Pandora Charms. They also carry Alex and Ani, Thomas Sabo, and Swarovski. They feature a large selection of 14kt and 18kt gold and diamond jewelry.

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Columbus Ave. at 77th St., 212-239-3025; GrandBazaarNYC.org Visit NYC’s largest curated & most distinctive market.

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112 W. 44th St. (6th-7th Aves.), 212-768-3160; hsart.com hsart@hsart.com Open 7 days a week, H&S Art Gallery features original 3-D artworks by Charles Fazzino, Rizzi, and Suchy; serigraphs by Keeley, Tarkay, McKnight, Pejman, Main, Kubik, Delacroix, and many others. They also offer signed sports memorabilia, posters, and same-day professional custom framing. They ship worldwide. All credit cards. Mon.-Fri., 9:30am-7:30pm; Sat.-Sun., 10am-6pm.

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PANDORA Times Square: 110 W. 42nd St. (btw. Broadway & 6th Ave.), 212-273-3267; PANDORA Herald Square: 1284 Broadway (btw. 33rd & 34th Sts.), 212-643-9761 pandora.net Nestled in the heart of New York, our PANDORA stores are stocked with a full selection of jewelry, including the Disney collection. Our exclusive 14K Gold and Sterling Silver Big Apple Charm is engraved with NYC. While enjoying everything NYC has to offer, don’t forget to take home your piece of the Big Apple and other NYC exclusive charms and continue to make your bracelet as unique as you are.

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1304 Madison Ave. (92nd-93rd Sts.), 212-289-3961; sfeldmanhousewares.com NYC’s oldest Housewares Store, S. Feldman’s has been the hub of Carnegie Hill since 1929. This “hidden gem” is visited by shoppers from all over the world in search of unique, unusual gifts that will delight and surprise.

Feldman’s is the stocking stuffer destination for holiday gift-givers. They stock over 10,000 items in a small space, which must be seen to be believed. Family-owned and -operated for 4 generations, Feldman’s offers unparalleled quality and customer service. Mon-Sat 9-6, Sun 11-5.

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Choose from hundreds of new & vintage guitars, including Fender, Gibson, Martin, Gretsch, & more. Amps & effects pedals are also well-represented. Their on-site service center provides perfect set-ups on all of their guitars. Worldwide shipping. Mon.-Sat., 11am-7pm; Sun., noon-6pm.

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851 Seventh Ave (54th-55th Sts.), 212-582-0039 shoeparlor.com It started 40 years ago with the #10061—a yellow boot called Timberland that became an icon. Its quality, authenticity, and rugged outdoor heritage continues with new collections crafted for today and available at Shoe Parlor in a variety of sizes and colors. Open seven days a week: Mon.-Sat., 9am-8pm; Sun., 9am-6pm.

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851 Seventh Ave (54th-55th Sts.), 212-582-0039 shoeparlor.com A fine selection of UGG AUSTRALIA sheepskin boots and shoes can be found at Shoe Parlor in Midtown Manhattan. They are open 7 days a week. Mon.-Sat., 9am-8pm; Sun., 9am-6pm.

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147 E. 57th St., 800-421-9002; hammacher.com Since 1848, Hammacher Schlemmer continues to serve customers’ needs in ways that no one else does or can. From its humble beginnings as a hardware store on the Bowery, it has gone on to introduce the world to the first pop-up toaster and the first electric razor. Check out their VHS To DVD Converter. Their standards always demand quality, functionality and exemplary service. Open Mon-Sat., 10am8pm, Sun, 11am-6pm.

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Great customer service. Highest quality lenses. Over 1000 frames including unique European & Japanese name brands. Gucci, Ray Ban, Persol, Salvatore Ferragamo, Bottega Veneta, Dita, Miu Miu & more. Eye Exams on premises. No appts. necessary. Learn why this store will make sure you get the very best & most comfortable frames & lenses hard to get at most other optical stores. You will walk out with the best pair of glasses you have ever worn!

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1600 Broadway (48th St.), 212-295-3850; mmsworld.com Visit M&M’S® WORLD New York, a Times Square retailentertainment destination dedicated to the colorful fun of M&M’S® Brand Chocolate Candies. A 25,000-sq.-ft., threestory sensory immersion into the world of M&M’S® with a towering 17-foot green M&M’S® figure as our own Lady Liberty. Choose from over 4,000 one-of-a-kind gifts and souvenirs designed solely for M&M’S® WORLD. Open daily, 9am-midnight.

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48th St. & Rockefeller Plaza, 646-459-0800; NintendoNYC.com Nintendo NY in Rockefeller Center is your very own Warp Pipe into the Mushroom Kingdom and beyond! With 10,000 square feet of dedicated gaming goodness spread over 2 floors, Nintendo NY offers new and exciting titles headed to the Wii U console and the Nintendo 3DS family of handheld systems. An abundance of exclusive memorabilia and merchandise featuring your favorite selection of gaming superstars is housed here as well! Whether you’re a long-time fan or you’re just getting started, Nintendo NY has something for you!

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59 E. 54th St. (Park-Madison Aves.), 212-355-0940 schumerswines.com Schumer’s Wines & Liquors has been in business for over 30 years at this location, specializing in the great vineyards of California, France, Australia, Argentina, and Italy.

There’s also a great selection of vintage ports, single malts, cognac, armagnac & American whiskeys. They have one of the largest half-bottle selections of wine around. Large supply of cold wine & champagne always ready. Open Mon.-Fri., 9am-9pm; Sat., 10am-9pm. Deliveries til 9pm.

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230 Park Ave, Suite 1164 (46th St.), 212-682-5180 drlinhart.com Dr. Jan Linhart, D.D.S., P.C. has been practicing the art & science of dentistry for over 30 yrs. Patients come from around the world, many of whom are accompanied by an entourage of family or friends, inspiring Dr. Linhart to create the Continental Suite, a 750-square ft. treatment suite outfitted with State-of-the-Art equipment, a luxurious seating area & other amenities within his spacious office. The office provides a wide range of dental services, including cutting-edge whitening techniques, as well as 24-hour emergency service!

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500 Lexington Ave. (47th-48th Sts.) 212-201-7777; Shevaspany.com Sheva Thai Spa brings authentic Royal Thai Treatments to Midtown. We offer a wide range of traditional Thai Spa services including foot treatments, full body massages, manicures and pedicures. Our mission is to provide a five-star experience that recharges, reenergizes, and improves each client’s inner balance and well-being in minutes. Sheva Thai Spa provides an escape from your daily stress, while rejuvenating your mind, body, and soul.

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World-Class Art and Design Here are some of the top current shows among the city’s extraordinary array of cultural institutions.

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GUGGENHEIM MUSEUM

MAD offers five exhibition floors, open artist studios, an award-winning store, and an iconic restaurant, Robert, with spectacular views of Central Park. The new exhibit Chris Antemann: Forbidden Fruit celebrates the collaboration between Oregon-based artist Chris Antemann and the renowned Meissen porcelain manufactory, founded in 1710. Antemann’s limited editions are displayed here in an installation that reinvents and refreshes the figurative tradition.

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Broadway & Eighth Ave.), 212-299-7777, madmuseum.org

Be entranced by the architecture of one of the world’s great buildings: The Guggenheim Museum.

Housed in an iconic Frank Lloyd Wright spiraling building, The Guggenheim Museum contains one of the world’s finest collections of modern and contemporary art, including works by Picasso, Matisse, and Modigliani. Currently in the rotunda is Agnes Martin, tracing the artist’s career from her early experiments of the 1950s through her final paintings in what is the first comprehensive survey of her work since her death. Also on view is Tales of Our Time, which features eight newly commissioned, large-scale works by artists born in mainland China, Hong Kong, or Taiwan. 1071 Fifth Ave. (89th St.), 212-423-3500, guggenheim.org MUSEUM OF ARTS AND DESIGN Explore contemporary art and design through a craft lens at this intimately sized museum in the heart of Columbus Circle.

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CHINA INSTITUTE Founded in 1926 by renowned scholars and educators, China Institute is the oldest non-profit organization in America solely dedicated to advancing a deeper understanding of China.

Currently showing is Art in a Time of Chaos: Masterworks From Six Dynasties China, 3rd-6th Centuries. Surveying four major disciplines, ceramics, sculpture, calligraphy, and painting, the exhibition provides glimpses into the daily and ritual life of a fascinating era.

100 Washington St. (Rector St.), 212-744-8181, chinainstitute.org

INSIDER TIPS Many of the city’s museums offer free admission for select hours on the first Friday of every month, usually in the early evening. See CityGuideNY.com’s article “NYC’s Best Free Museum Days” for details on how to enjoy complimentary admission at various New York institutions all seven days of the week.

A website for the intellectually curious, ThoughtGallery.org covers the top talks, screenings, and tours at places like the Met, the MoMA, and the Brooklyn Museum. Get free updates at thoughtgallery.org/join.

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OUR CULTURAL ARTS SECTION lists institutions alphabetically, with neighborhood icons corresponding to the key below.

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ANNE FRANK CENTER FOR MUTUAL RESPECT FD

44 Park Pl. (Church St.), 212-431-7993; annefrank.com You know the name. Now learn the story. Founded by Anne Frank’s father, the Anne Frank Center for Mutual Respect offers visitors a powerful look into Anne Frank’s life, times, and amazing legacy. Closed Sun. & Mon. $5; $3 (seniors/students), 15 & under, free.

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Ticketmaster at 866-858-0007; rockettes.com Make time for joy with the ultimate New York holiday experience at the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes™ presented by Chase. Take your seats in the art deco splendor of the historic Radio City Music Hall® as the Rockettes® put on a show that’s an unforgettable New York Christmas tradition and that’s sure to become an unforgettable memory for your whole family.

THE DRAWING CENTER SH Central Park West at 79th St., 212-769-5100; amnh.org Premier natural history museum with 40+ exhibition halls.

Highlights include the dinosaur halls, the Hall of Biodiversity, and the Hall of Human Origins. Current exhibits include Dinosaurs Among Us and Crocs: Ancient Predators in a Modern World. Open daily, 10am-5:45pm. Adults: $22; children (2-12): $12.50; seniors/students: $17. 2008 Concierge Choice Winner.

35 Wooster St. (Grand-Broome Sts.), 212-219-2166 drawingcenter.org This museum shows exhibits of historical and contemporary drawing to demonstrate its significance and diversity throughout history as well as stimulate dialogue on art and culture issues. Closed Mon. & Tues. $5

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100 Washington St. (40 Rector St., 2nd Fl.), 212-744-8181 chinainstitute.org Located in the heart of Lower Manhattan, China Institute, designed by Pei Partnership Architects, represents the largest space devoted to Chinese culture in Manhattan.

China Institute Gallery, celebrating 50 years of excellence, is known for highly acclaimed thematic exhibitions of the finest Chinese works of art. On exhibit now is Art in a Time of Chaos: Masterworks from Six Dynasties China, 3rd to 6th Centuries, presenting 115 recently excavated works originating from museum collections in Nanjing and Shanxi China, most seen in this country for the first time.

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A multimedia fire safety learning center where people of all ages learn fun, lifesaving lessons from NY’s Bravest. Explore a life-like fire engine and try on FDNY “Bunker Coats.” All programs in English. $6 admission. Browse their store for unique FDNY gifts (no admission fee required), and present this ad to receive $5 off any $25+ purchase.

THE FRICK COLLECTION UES 1 E. 70th St. (Madison-Fifth Aves.), 212-288-0700; frick.org Inside this French neoclassical-style mansion that belonged to steel industrialist and art collector Henry Clay Frick, you’ll find one of the world’s greatest art collections, which includes major works by Titian, Rembrandt, El Greco, and others.

2009 Concierge Choice Award Nominee. Closed Mon. $18.

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1071 Fifth Ave. (89th St.), 212-423-3500; guggenheim.org

2 Columbus Circle (59th St., btw. Broadway & 8th Ave.) 212-299-7777; madmuseum.org

Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpiece of modern architecture is home to one of the world’s finest collections of modern and contemporary art, including works by artists such as Kandinsky, Picasso, and Pollock, plus special exhibitions.

Current exhibitions include the first comprehensive survey of the work of American abstract painter Agnes Martin since her death; and Tales of Our Time, which features newly commissioned works by artists from China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. Closed Thurs. $25; students/seniors: $18; under 12/members: free.

METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART UES

1000 Fifth Ave. (82nd St.), 212-535-7710; metmuseum.org

Explore contemporary art and design through a craft lens, in this intimately sized museum in the heart of Columbus Circle! MAD offers 5 exhibition floors, open artist studios, an award-winning store, and an iconic restaurant, Robert, with spectacular views of Central Park. Current exhibitions include Chris Antemann: Forbidden Fruit and Crochet Coral Reef: TOXIC SEAS. Tue.-Sun., 10am-6pm; Thurs.-Fri., 10am-9pm (closed Mon.)

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The Met’s permanent exhibitions include collections of Greek, Roman, Egyptian, European, Eastern & pre-21stcentury art. Sun.-Thurs., 10am-5:30pm; Fri.-Sat., 10am9pm. Recommended admission: $25.

Columbus Ave. at 63rd St., 212-362-6000; metopera.org Celebrate the Met’s 50th Anniversary at Lincoln Center and experience the world’s greatest singers on the world’s greatest stage. The historic 2016-17 season features 26 incredible productions including Aida, La Bohème, and Carmen. Call or visit website for tickets and more information.

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225 Madison Ave. (36th St.), 212-685-0008; themorgan.org The Morgan Library & Museum began as the private library of financier Pierpont Morgan, one of the preeminent collectors and cultural benefactors in the United States.

Today it is a museum, independent research library, musical venue, architectural landmark, and historic site. A century after its founding, the Morgan maintains a unique position in the cultural life of New York City and is considered one of its greatest treasures.

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1220 Fifth Ave. (103rd St.), 212-534-1672; mcny.org The Museum of the City of New York is the place to learn about the city’s past, celebrate its present, and contemplate its future. Explore NYC through one-of-a-kind exhibitions and programs designed to reflect the city’s character. Don’t miss New York at Its Core, the first-ever Museum exhibition to comprehensively interpret and present the city’s compelling 400-year story.

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36 Battery Pl., 646-437-4200; mjhnyc.org Created as a living memorial to those who perished during the Holocaust, Museum of Jewish Heritage—A Living Memorial to the Holocaust honors those who died by celebrating their lives, cherishing the traditions that they embraced, examining their achievements and faith, and affirming the vibrant worldwide Jewish community that is their legacy today. Sun.-Tues., Thurs., 10am-5:45pm; Wed., 10am-8pm; Fri., 10am-5pm. Adults: $12; seniors (65 & up): $10; /students: $7; under 12, free.

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THE MUSEUM OF MODERN ART MW 11 W. 53rd St., 212-708-9400; moma.org

One of the world’s finest collections of modern and contemporary art. Highlights include Vincent van Gogh’s The Starry Night, Claude Monet’s Water Lilies, and new exhibition From the Collection: 1960-1969, which highlights MoMA’s collection of ’60s art in all genres and mediums. Open daily, 10:30am–5:30pm; Fri. until 8pm (free entry 4–8pm for UNIQLO Free Friday Nights). $25; seniors: $18; students: $14; children 16 & under and members: free.

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233 Fifth Ave. (27th St.), 212-689-6337; museumofsex.com The most stimulating museum in New York. Current exhibitions include The Sex Lives of Animals and Splendor in the Grass. Present this to receive $3 off admission. Sun.-Thurs., 10am-8pm; Fri.-Sat., 10am-9pm. Adults: $18.50 + tax; seniors/students: $16.50 + tax.

NEUE GALERIE UES 1048 Fifth Ave. (86th St.), 212-628-6200; neuegalerie.org

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David H. Koch Theater, Columbus Ave. & 63rd St., 212-496-0600; nycballet.com This winter, celebrate the joy and wonder of the holidays with George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®. Tschaikovsky’s iconic score will whisk you away on a heart-warming adventure through the eyes of the pint-sized heroine, Marie. You’ll battle an army of mice and get swept up in a blizzard of snowflakes on your way to a fantastical land made entirely of candy. With hundreds of delightfullycostumed characters, magnificent feats of fancy, and the most memorable Christmas tree ever seen, it’s no wonder this production is the hardest ticket in town. Performances NOV 25-DEC 31. nycballet.com/nutcracker

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170 Central Park West (77th St.), 212-873-3400; nyhistory.org A trip to New York wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the New-York Historical Society, with four centuries of history and art–plus the only Children’s History Museum in the area. It hits the spot for anyone craving an offbeat (and often surprising) bite of the city’s culture easily digested in an hour or two. Quirky, smart, immersive and across the street from beautiful Central Park, it offers a rich taste of the city. Tues.Thurs. & Sat.,10am-6pm; Fri., 10am-8pm; Sun., 11am-5pm. $20; seniors: $15; students: $12; children 5-13, $6.

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278 Spring St. (Varick-Hudson Sts.), 212-691-1303 nycfiremuseum.org Walk in to this renovated 1904 firehouse in Manhattan’s SoHo neighborhood and you’ll be greeted by real city firemen who are passionate about the museum, its history, and your enjoyment. Among its many fascinating and important artifacts is a fire engine built in New York around 1790.

NEW YORK TRANSIT MUSEUM Boerum Pl. and Schermerhorn St., Brooklyn, 718-694-1600; nytransitmuseum.org Home to transit lore and memorabilia, the New York Transit Museum is housed in an authentic 1930s subway station.

Their collection includes historic subway cars, various styles of the turnstile, a working signal tower, and an exposed bus interior that doubles as a small theater. The museum also features interactive activities for children, such as a pretend dynamite detonator for excavating subway tunnels and a hands-on fuel station. Closed Mon. $7 adult admission.

THE RUBIN MUSEUM OF ART CH 150 W. 17th St., 212-620-5000; rmanyc.org This museum specializes in art from the Himalayas and surrounding regions. Exhibitions reflect the historical significance of Himalayan art aand explore connections with other world cultures. Closed Tues. $15; seniors/ students/artists with ID, $10; under 12, free.

WHITNEY MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART 99 Gansevoort St., 212-570-3600; whitney.org The most cutting-edge of the major art museums in New York, recently moved downtown. Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Renzo Piano, the building itself is worthy of a trip, conceived as a laboratory for artists. Provoking exhibitions and an enviable collection of 20th-century American masterworks provide the baseline, with artist talks, gallery tours and screenings on the docket. Closed Tuesdays. $22, $18 for students and seniors, free for kids under 18.

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THE RIDE THE RIDE: 5th Annual Holiday Edition returns to turn the streets of New York into a stage. You’ll cruise in comfort in a patented $1.5 million travelling theater. Technology galore and floor-toceiling glass with side-facing VIP seating provide perfect views to dazzling holiday performances you’ll find along a 4.2mile journey through Manhattan. Original seasonal music, videos, and hilarious hosts complete the experience, definitely one to remember. 234 W. 42nd St. (btw.

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CIRCLE LINE SIGHTSEEING CRUISES Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises at 42nd Street has been offering incredible ways to enjoy New York from the water for over 70 years. Their Best of NYC cruise, which takes you all the way around Manhattan, is two and a half hours of sightseeing gold. For a shorter trip, check out the Liberty Cruise, which gets you up close and personal with America’s most famous statue. Special combo packages provide access to Gray Lines’s five amazing loop tours in addition to a Circle Line Cruise. For further information, visit circleline42.com.

RIPLEY’S BELIEVE IT OR NOT! TIMES SQ. There aren’t many attractions that appeal to three generations of a family at once, but Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Times Square is that welcome exception. With over 500 exhibitions, many of them worldfamous relics, there’s something to hold anyone’s attention. Robert Ripley himself tracked down many of the items in the collection—he was a long-time presence in New York, having moved to the city in 1912 and opened his museum here in 1939. Ripley’s has recently extended its displays to add even more, including a new display of rare Marilyn Monroe memorabilia and “Plane Loco,” a steampunk train that’s the largest matchstick model ever made. 234 W. 42nd St.(btw.

Seventh & Eighth Aves.), 212-398-3133, ripleysnewyork.com STATUE CRUISES The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island are two of the most famous destinations in New York Ciy. If you want to see them first-hand, Statue Cruises is the only way to get there. Boats depart from Battery Park City in Lower Manhattan and Liberty State Park in New Jersey, providing memorable tours through New York Harbor. In addition to the

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These superlatives belong to One World Trade Center, and its pinnacle, the One World Observatory, rising over 100 stories in the sky. Catch 360° sights of the city and beyond, from the rivers to the harbor, and from the Statue of Liberty to the Empire State Building. 285 Fulton St. (entrance on the corner Vesey and West Sts.), 844-696-1776, OneWorldObservatory.com A SLICE OF BROOKLYN BUS TOURS The Original Christmas Lights Tour of Dyker Heights runs every night in December (except Christmas Day). This three and a half hour tour highlights the festive homes of Dyker Heights, an Italian-American section of Brooklyn that boasts the most extravagant holiday light show you’ve ever seen. A Slice of Brooklyn knows the homeowners personally and escorts guests around like family. The multimedia presentation includes vintage Christmas variety specials with the likes of Andy Williams, Frank Sinatra, and Bing Crosby. Departs from Union Square in Manhattan. (Beyond seasonal tours, pizza and chocolate lovers can also enjoy great Brooklyn tours: call 212-913-9917 or visit asliceofbrooklyn.com.)

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Pier 83, W. 42nd St. & 12th Ave., 212-563-3200; circleline42.com Take in the grandeur of New York and see spectacular views of Manhattan as knowledgeable guides point out the famous landmarks. Many cruises to choose from yearround: the classic 2.5-hour Best of NYC Cruise, which goes all the way around Manhattan; the 1.5-hour Landmark Cruise; the 1-hour Liberty Cruise; or the 2-hour evening Harbor Lights Cruise.

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World Trade Center (enter at Liberty & Greenwich Sts., or West & Liberty Sts., or Vesey St.); 911memorial.org The 9/11 Memorial consists of two enormous pools surrounded by a plaza of trees and a museum which displays artifacts linked to the events of 9/11, while presenting stories of loss, compassion, reckoning, and recovery. Open daily, 9am-8pm (fall/winter).

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CitySightseeing Visitor Center, Pier 78, 455 12th Ave. @ 38th St., 212-445-7599; citysightseeingcruises.com CitySightseeing Cruises is a fun and comfortable way to see New York City. Join us on tours around the island of Manhattan that showcase the architecture, history, and culture of the Big Apple. Whether you’re on a tight schedule, have time to spare, or are looking for a relaxing evening out, we’ve got the perfect cruise for you.

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777 Eighth Ave. (47-48 Sts); Port Authority, 42nd St. & 8th Ave.; Times Square, Bdwy. (46-47 Sts.), 800-669-0051; newyorksightseeing.com Daily tours by open-top deluxe double-decker buses & luxury coaches. The Classic New York Double Decker Bus Tour includes a round-trip ferry ticket to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island and a ticket to the Empire State Building or Top of the Rock, & the All Loops Tour, a 2-day ticket hop-on & off with 50+ stops from Times Square to Harlem to Brooklyn, & Night Tours. Starting at $44.

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350 Fifth Ave. (34th St.), 212-736-3100; esbnyc.com

Downtown Heliport (Pier 6 & the East River), 212-355-0801; heliny.com

One of the magnificent seven wonders of the modern world offers a romantic nightcap and an opportunity to watch the stars come out over the greatest city in the world. Whether you’re “Sleepless in Seattle” or having “An Affair to Remember,” this is one of the most romantic spots in all of NYC. 2009 Concierge Choice Award Nominee. $32 adult; $29 seniors (62+); $26 youth (6-12); children 5 and under are free.

Open 7 days, 8am-2am (last elevator at 1:15am).

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89 E. 42nd Street at Park Ave., grandcentralterminal.com info@grandcentralterminal.com Opened in 1913, this historic train terminal is a majestic Beaux-Arts architectural masterpiece with 44 train platforms, a central subway station in Midtown Manhattan, 68 shops, 35 dining options, and about 75 events annually. 750,000 visitors daily. Audio and guided tours are available for those with a passion for history.

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See NYC from above its bustling streets. They offer 2 long helicopter tours that include the Statue of Liberty, NY Harbor, the Chrysler Building, Central Park, Columbia University, the George Washington Bridge, Yankee Stadium & more. They also offer customized tours & hourly rates. 2009 Concierge Choice Award Winner.

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Also on display are 27 authentically restored aircraft, including the Lockheed A-12 Blackbird, the world’s fastest military jet and spy plane, and the British Airways Concorde, the fastest commercial aircraft to ever cross the Atlantic Ocean.

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866-976-2542; nywatertaxi.com Join us on our iconic boats using the ALL-DAY ACCESS PASS and be entertained by your guide as you enjoy hop-on, hop-off service to the best parts of the city! Or board our STATUE BY NIGHT cruise to see Lady Liberty as the sun goes down and the lights go on — champagne toast included!

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Bronx River Parkway (Exit 7W at Fordham Rd.), Bronx, or by Metro-North Railroad to Botanical Garden Station, 718-817-8700; nybg.org One of America’s foremost public gardens, with 50 gardens and plant collections situated on 250 acres. Tues.-Sun., 10am-6pm; closed Mon. except federal holidays. All-Garden Pass pricing starts at Adults-$20; seniors/students (w/ valid ID)-$18; children (2-12)-$8; children (under 2)-free; members-free.

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973-275-5555; njtransit.com Traveling to or from Newark Liberty International Airport or to MetLife Stadium, Prudential Center, or the Jersey Shore? NJ TRANSIT is the convenient hassle-free way to get where you’re going in New Jersey. Frequent service from Penn Station New York makes it easy. Buy your tickets in advance using your smart phone with the NJ TRANSIT Mobile AppTM, free from the App StoreSM and Google PlayTM.

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285 Fulton St., 844-696-1776; oneworldobservatory.com Start by ascending to the top of the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere in less than sixty seconds, then look toward the horizon and feel the city’s invincible spirit. One World Observatory offers complimentary admission to 9/11 family members and the rescue and recovery workers who responded on 9/11 and in the months after. Admission is administered by the 9/11 Tribute Center, a project of the September 11th Families’ Association that brings together those who want to learn about 9/11 with those who experienced it. Visit tributewtc.org/observatory for more information.

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THE RIDE is a 75-minute journey through Times Square and midtown Manhattan where New York City’s iconic landmarks unfold before your very eyes. Discover the excitement and wonder of New York’s most noted locations as audience members face sideways looking out of floor-to-ceiling glass windows, delivering unparalleled panoramic and vertical views of Manhattan. With stadium seating, 40 monitors, 3,000 LED lights, & surround sound, THE RIDE is the world’s only moving theater.

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Located in Times Square in the heart of NYC, Ripley’s Odditorium brings people of all ages face-to-face with the world’s most unbelievable curiosities. With 18,000 square feet of astonishing artifacts and exciting interactive exhibits, including the world’s largest collection of shrunken heads, NY’s only laser maze, & the new Willard Wigan micro-miniature sculpture collection that is so small it takes 400 times magnification to be seen properly, guests will find incredible oddities around every corner. Open 9am-1am daily.

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Connects Whitehall Terminal near Battery Park in lower Manhattan to the St. George Ferry Terminal on Staten Island. The classic orange double- and triple-decker ferries run 24 hours year-round, and there’s never a fare. Where else can you get a free harbor cruise past the Statue of Liberty, with a gorgeous view of Lower Manhattan? Free for pedestrians.

STATUE CRUISES FD 234 W. 42nd St., 212-221-0853; thetournyc.com

877-LADY TIX (877-523-9849); statuecruises.com Offering Harbor Tours and ferries to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Multiple daily Statue of Liberty Harbor Tours depart from Battery Park every 30 minutes, seven days a week, from 8:30am-4pm. Ferries depart daily from Battery Park at the foot of Manhattan.

Let’s face it. There isn’t much variety available when choosing a New York City tour. You’re herded onto a crowded bus facing forward, straining your neck sideways, well that model is about to change! THE TOUR is born! A ninety-minute VIP experience, that whisks guests off into the iconic neighborhoods and landmarks that make NYC. Set your sights on Times Square and The Dakota, St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Herald Square. Guided by a TOUR Navigator, THE TOUR is the only discriminating choice. Sideways is the new sightseeing!!

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877-LADY TIX (877-523-9849); nps.gov/stli A gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States and a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. After Hurricane Sandy, Liberty Island reopened to the public on July 4, 2013. Options include crown, monument, and grounds-only tickets. Ferry tickets available through Statue Cruises at statuecruises.com.

The U.N.’s one-hour guided tours offer an opportunity to discover the newly renovated United Nations Headquarters, and get insight into the organization’s vast array of initiatives. A visit may give you access to the General Assembly in session. This is the most iconic room of the U.N., where all its 193 Members States are represented and negotiate resolutions. During your visit, you’ll also see illuminating pieces by artists from around the world. (Tours are not given on weekends, but the building is still open to visitors.)

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The 67th-70th floor observation deck of 30 Rockefeller Plaza in world-famous Rockefeller Center offers sweeping, unobstructed open-air views of New York City. Featuring reserved-time tickets, multi-media exhibits, and more.

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Holidays Onstage: Happy, Happy, Joy, Joy!

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New York doesn’t get more fabulous than the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes™.

THE ULTIMATE THEATREGOERS’ GUIDE TO NY HOLIDAY SHOWS A Christmas Carol: Join Charles Dickens as he spins his famous tale in a perfect historic setting: the downtown survivor Merchant’s House Museum, built in 1832. (12/6 thru 12/24) dickens2016.bpt.me A Christmas Carol The Musical: Scrooge, Marley, and a trio of Ghostettes come together for a priceless holiday production for the whole family.

(Thru 12/30) scroogeinthevillage.com Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes™: High tech, high kicks, Santa, and the Living Nativity are why this is NYC’s most famous and fabulous holiday extravaganza. (Thru 1/2) rockettes.com/christmas Fancy Nancy: Splendiferous Christmas: Jane O’Connor’s mini-Ms. is back with all kinds of holiday “Ooh la la!” (Thru 12/30) fancynancychristmaslive.com The First Noel: This Harlem-based holiday musical hops genres from 70 www.cityguideny.com

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(12/10 thru 12/18) thnyc.org/first-noel The Illusionists—Turn of the Century™: The latest version of The Illusionists to hit Broadway showcases worldfamous magicians performing some of history’s most dangerous and provocative illusions. (Thru 1/1) theillusionistslive.com iLuminate: This season of lights gets a spellbinding twist at this theatrical phenomenon where the performers are the light show and the end result is mind-blowing! (Thru 1/8) iluminate.com Madeline’s Christmas: Ludwig Bemelmans’ spunky French tot is now the heroine of a sparkling Christmas musical! (Thru 12/18) kidsofthearts.com/ madelines-christmas The Magic Flute: The stunning visuals of Julie Taymor (The Lion King) join Mozart’s phantasmagorical music at

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2016: YEAR OF “THE NUTCRACKER” Ballerina Swan and the Nutcracker: Puppetry meets ballet in this charming new musical for children. (Thru 12/18) nycchildrenstheater.org

Northern Pole Territory: A Santastical Bit of Holiday Nonsense: A rooftop bar serving up interactive “adults only” holiday lunacy! (Thru 12/23) santastical.com Pip’s Island: A wonderfully interactive adventure that lets little ones become treasure-seeking explorers. (Thru 1/8) pipsisland.com THE RIDE: 5th Annual Holiday Edition: Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa...all come into view from your perch on this luxury coach/traveling theatre. (Thru 1/8) experiencetheride.com Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer: The Musical: Everything you loved about the TV classic, from the characters to the adventure, is now live and fabulous at Madison Square Garden! (12/1 thru 12/18) theateratmsg.com/rudolph Sing! A South African and American Musical Holiday Celebration: A joyful meshing of holiday songs and cultures.

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George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®: The Lincoln Center original sends Tchaikovsky’s iconic score soaring as 90 dancers bring toy soldiers, the Sugar Plum Fairy, et al to breathtaking life. (Thru 12/31) nycballet.com The Hard Nut: Mark Morris’s retromodern gender-bending love letter to the seasonal classic is absolutely irresistible!

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(From 12/10 thru 12/18) bam.org Keith Michael’s The Nutcracker: Tchaikovsky’s music + energetic choreography = 60 minutes of awesome for ages 3 & up. (Thru 12/11) nytb.org The Yorkville Nutcracker: Happy 21st anniversary to this blend of story and dance set against a dazzling backdrop of 1895 New York landmarks. (12/8 thru 12/11) dancespatrelle.org

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Blue Man Group: Three guys who know how to paint the town primary colors and spread manic fun! The perfect present for anyone ready to unleash their screwball alter-ego. At blueman.com check out the prodigious array of gifts including the very swell book Blue Man World.

Puffs, or: Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic: Any Harry Potter fanatics in your life? Stuff their stockings with tickets to this shabby-chic/in-joke parody. PuffsThePlay.com

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“I Want to Have The Total Broadway Kit and Caboodle Pie.” The hit Broadway musical Waitress is serving up a scrumptious five-piece package (at left) that includes the original Broadway cast recording, a limitededition Waitress pie ornament, and a Fishs Eddy flour jar, butter dish, and guest check tray. waitressthemusical.com For theatre and ticket information for all Broadway shows, please see our theatre map (p. 72) and theatre listings (p. 74).

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Holiday Inn, the New Irving Berlin Musical (Studio 54)

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Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 (Imperial)

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Oh, Hello on Broadway (Lyceum)

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THE BOOK OF MORMON

• Jitney (From 12/28) • The Present (From 12/17)

Eugene O’Neill Theatre, 230 W. 49th St., 212-239-6200; bookofmormonbroadway.com

OPENINGS

2011 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 3/24/11) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Trey Parker and Matt Stone, the mastermind duo behind South Park, made their Broadway writing debut with this mega-hit musical comedy following a pair of wide-eyed Mormon boys on a mission to as far from Salt Lake City as you can get: an African village with all kinds of attitude. Tues.-Thurs. & Sun., 7; Fri. & Sat., 8; Sat. & Sun., 2. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

• Dear Evan Hansen (12/4) • In Transit (12/11)

CLOSINGS

• The Color Purple (1/8) • The Encounter (1/8) • Fiddler On the Roof (12/31) • Heisenberg (12/11) • Matilda (1/1) • Something Rotten (1/1)

A BRONX TALE

Longacre Theatre, 220 W. 48th St., 212-239-6200; ABronxTaleTheMusical.com

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(Opened 12/1) Based on the one-man show that inspired the now classic film, this streetwise musical, set in 1960s in the Bronx, follows a young man caught between the father he loves and the mob boss he’d love to be. Featuring an infectious doo-wop score, this is a tale about respect, loyalty, love, and above all else: family. Directed by Oscar winner Robert De Niro and Tony winner Jerry Zaks. Starring Tony nominee Nick Cordero (Bullets Over Broadway). Tues.-Thurs., 7; Fri. & Sat., 8; Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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Neil Simon Theatre, 250 W. 52nd St., 877-250-2929; catsthemusical.com

ALADDIN

(Opened 3/20/14) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) The beloved story is brought to thrilling theatrical life in this bold new musical.

With just one rub of a magic lamp, Aladdin’s journey sweeps you into an exotic world full of adventure, comedy and romance. It’s an unforgettable Disney theatrical experience that includes all the cherished songs from the Oscar-winning score plus more written especially for Broadway. Tues.Thurs., 7; Fri. & Sat., 8; Sun., 6:30; Sat., 2; Sun., 1. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

(Opened 7/31/16) (2 hrs., 15 mins.) The international musical sensation by Andrew Lloyd Webber returns to Broadway with Grammy® nominee Leona Lewis making her Broadway debut as Grizabella! Based on T.S. Eliot’s “Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats,” the show tells the story of one singular night when a tribe of cats gathers for its annual ball, not just to rejoice, but to decide which cat will be reborn. Featuring the original Tony-winning sets and costumes, this beloved musical’s revival offers new generations the opportunity to experience the magic... and for others, to relive it once again! Mon., Fri. & Sat., 8; Tues. & Sun., 7; Wed., Sat. & Sun., 2. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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Stephen Sondheim Theatre, 124 W. 43rd St., 212-239-6200; beautifulonbroadway.com

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(Opened 1/12/14) (2 hrs., 25 mins.) Carole King fought her way into the record business as a teenager and, by the time she reached her 20s, had a flourishing career writing hits for the biggest acts in rock n’ roll. This is true story of her rise to stardom — from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband, Gerry Goffin, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Tues., Thurs. & Sun., 7; Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed., Sat. & Sun., 2. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

1997 Tony, Best Musical Revival (Opened 11/14/96) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Kander & Ebb’s “musical vaudeville” about those murderous tootsies Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly offers a delicious cavalcade of colorful characters who stop at nothing to get what they want! A runaway success in over 250 cities worldwide, earning six Tony Awards, two Olivier Awards, a Grammy and thousands of standing ovations. Mon., Tues. & Thurs.-Sat., 8; Sun., 7; Sat. & Sun., 2:30. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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New Amsterdam Theatre, 214 W. 42nd St., 866-870-2717; aladdinthemusical.com

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CIRQUE DU SOLEIL PARAMOUR Lyric Theatre, 213 W. 42nd St., 877-250-2929; ParamourOnBroadway.com

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(Opened 5/25/16) (2 hrs., 15 mins.) This exciting musical/ theatrical experience unites the signature spectacle of Cirque du Soleil with the storytelling magic that defines Broadway.

Set in the glamorous Golden Age of Hollywood, the show spins the tale of a beautiful starlet caught in a romantic triangle that leaves her having to choose between fame and love. Featuring a cast that blends the best in circus arts and musical theatre, PARAMOUR transports audiences to a world of sublime beauty and emotion. Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Sun., 7; Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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(Opened 9/29/16) (1 hr., 45 mins., no intermission) Inspired by real events, this truly breathtaking solo show -- created, directed and starring noted British actor Simon McBurney -- follows a National Geographic photographer as he finds himself lost in a remote area of Brazil.

Through innovative aural technology and brilliant storytelling, this is a heart-stopping, riveting and slyly witty night of theater. Tues. & Thurs., 7; Wed., Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (Thru 1/8)

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FALSETTOS Walter Kerr Theatre, 219 W. 48th St., 212-239-6200; lct.org (Opened 10/27/16) (2 hrs., 45 mins.) This revival of William Finn and James Lapine’s award-winning musical centers on a charming, intelligent, neurotic gay guy named Marvin, his wife, lover, about-to-be-Bar-Mitzvahed son, their psychiatrist, and the lesbians next door. It’s a show that serves as a beautiful reminder that love can tell a million stories. Starring Tony winner Christian Borle and Tony nominees Andrew Rannells and Stephanie J. Block. Tues. & Thurs., 7; Wed., Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF

Broadway Theatre, Broadway at 53rd St., 212-239-6200; fiddlermusical.com

THE COLOR PURPLE Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre, 242 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; colorpurple.com 2016 Tony, Best Revival of a Musical (Opened 12/10/15) (2 hrs., 35 mins.) London superstar Cynthia Erivo joins Oscarwinner Jennifer Hudson in this hit British import in its first Broadway revival. Directed by Tony-winner John Doyle, this unforgettable story of enduring love and triumph over adversity features a score of jazz, ragtime, gospel and blues to follow the inspirational Celie as she journeys from childhood through joy, despair, anguish and hope to discover the power of love and life. Tues. & Thurs., 7; Wed., Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (Thru 1/8)

DEAR EVAN HANSEN

Music Box Theatre, 239 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; dearevanhansen.com (Opened 12/4) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) All his life Evan Hansen has felt invisible. But when a tragic event shocks the community and thrusts him into the center of a rapidly evolving controversy, he is given the opportunity of a lifetime: the chance to be somebody else. This new American musical offers a deeply personal and profoundly contemporary story about a little lie that changes everything. Tues. & Thurs., 7; Wed., Fri. & Sat., 8; Sun., 7:30; Wed., Sat. & Sun., 2. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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(Opened 12/20/15) (2 hrs., 45 mins.) Tony nominees Danny Burstein and Jessica Hecht lead the cast of Tonywinning director Barlett Sher’s interpretation of Joseph Stein, Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick’s heartwarming musical set in 1905 Russia. In it, fathers, daughters, husbands and wives struggle with the timeless traditions that define faith and family. With a score that includes “If I Were a Rich Man”, “Sunrise, Sunset” and “Tradition”, this new production introduces new generations to a true Broadway classic. Tues. & Thurs., 7; Wed., Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (Thru 12/31)

THE FRONT PAGE Broadhurst Theatre, 235 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; thefrontpagebroadway.com (Opened 10/20/16) (2 hrs., 45 mins.) This classic 1928 comedy about reporters covering the “story of the year” comes to Broadway with a cast headed by Nathan Lane, John Slattery and John Goodman. Tues. & Thurs., 7; Wed., Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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HAMILTON Richard Rodgers Theatre, 226 W. 46th St., 877-250-2929; hamiltonbroadway.com 2016 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 8/6/15) (2 hrs., 55 mins.)

Tony winner Lin-Manuel Miranda wrote this musical exploration of a political mastermind. The unlikely founding father—bastard orphan, rebel, war hero, Treasury head and loving husband caught in the country’s first sex scandal— leads this revolutionary tale of America’s fiery past alongside George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Eliza Hamilton, and lifelong friend and foe Aaron Burr. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

HEISENBERG

Samuel J Friedman Theatre, 261 W. 47th St., 212-239-6200; manhattantheatreclub.com (Opened 10/13/16) (80 mins., no intermission) Amidst the bustle of a crowded London train station, Georgie (MaryLouise Parker) spots Alex (Denis Arndt), a much older man, and plants a kiss on his neck. This electric encounter thrusts these two strangers into a fascinating and life-changing game. Tues. & Weds., 7; Thurs.-Sat., 8; Wed., Sat. & Sun., 2. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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HOLIDAY INN, THE NEW IRVING BERLIN MUSICAL Studio 54, 254 W. 54th St., 212-719-1300; roundabouttheatre.org

(Opened 10/6) (2 hrs., 25 mins.) Jim leaves the bright lights of show biz to settle down in Connecticut -- where he meets Linda, a schoolteacher with talent to spare. Together they turn his farmhouse home into an inn celebrating each American holiday with a dazzling show. Tues.-Sat., 8; Wed., Sat. & Sun., 2. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

THE HUMANS

(Opened 11/25/16) (2 hrs., 10 mins.) Featuring world-class illusionists handpicked from across the globe, Broadway’s holiday smash hit returns with a new centered in a time when conjurers were the rock stars of the day. Showcasing the origins of some of the greatest and most dangerous illusions ever built, the show also unveils never-before-seen experiments drawn from long-forgotten mysteries. Featuring a cast of world famous magicians playing incredible characters that embody magical greats of the past. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

IN TRANSIT

Circle in the Square Theatre, 235 W. 50th St., 212-239-6200; intransitbroadway.com (95 mins., no intermission) Featuring an a cappella score from the talents behind Frozen and Pitch Perfect, this new, modern musical brings to life a vivid tapestry of characters and music in the city that never sleeps…or stands still.

Inspired by the vibrant rhythms of life on the subway, In Transit follows the intertwining lives of eleven New Yorkers, all hoping to catch the express train to success, love and happiness -- and the stops they make along the way. Tues. & Thurs., 7; Wed., Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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JERSEY BOYS

August Wilson Theatre, 245 W. 52nd St., 877-250-2929; jerseyboysbroadway.com 2006 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 11/6/05) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) They were just four blue-collar guys from Jersey until they sang their first note: with a sound nobody had ever heard, the radio just couldn’t get enough. But while heir harmonies were perfect on stage, off stage it was a very different story—a story that has made them an international sensation all over again. Based on the lives of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, the show features such hits as “Sherry”, “Walk Like a Man” and “Big Girls Don’t Cry”.

Tues.-Thurs., 7; Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre, 236 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; thehumansonbroadway.com

JITNEY

2016 Tony, Best Play (Opened 2/18/16) (90 mins., no intermission) Playwright Stephen Karam takes a fresh look at the hilarity, heart and horrors of the modern American family. Mr. Blake and family have traveled from Pennsylvania to celebrate Thanksgiving at his daughter’s new apartment. As darkness falls outside the crumbling pre-war duplex, mysterious things start to go bump in the night and family tensions reach a boiling point. Tues. & Thurs., 7; Wed., Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

Set in the early 1970s, this richly textured play follows a group of men trying to eke out a living driving unlicensed cabs, or jitneys. When the city threatens to board up the business, tempers flare, potent secrets are revealed and the fragile threads binding these individuals may come undone at last. Tues., Wed. & Sun., 7; Thurs.-Sat, 8; Sat. & Sun., 2. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (From 12/28)

Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, 261 W. 47th St., 212-239-6200; manhattantheatreclub.com

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KINKY BOOTS

Al Hirschfeld Theatre, 302 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; kinkybootsthemusical.com 2013 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 4/24/13) (2 hrs., 25 mins.) Inspired by a true story and the film of the same name—with music by Cyndi Lauper and book by Tony winner Harvey Fierstein—the story follows Charlie Price, heir to a nearly bankrupt shoe factory. Unlikely inspiration to saving the family business comes to Charlie via Lola, a drag entertainer in need of some sturdy stilettos.

As they work to turn the factory around, the two discover that when you change your mind about someone, you can change your whole world. Tues. & Thurs., 7; Wed., Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES

Booth Theatre, 222 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; LiaisonsBroadway.com (Opened 10/30/16) (2 hrs., 45mins.) Former lovers, La Marquise de Merteuil and Le Vicomte de Valmont, compete in games of seduction, toying with the hearts and reputations of innocents. Merteuil incites Valmont to corrupt conventeducated Cecile before her wedding night but he has designs on the virtuous, married Madame de Tourvel. Starring Tony winners Janet McTeer and Liev Schreiber. Tues. & Thurs., 7; Wed., Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

THE LION KING

Minskoff Theatre, 200 W. 45th St., 866-870-2717; disneyonbroadway.com 1998 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 11/13/97) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) This stage adapation of Disney’s animated hit, The Lion King is a treasure trove of stunning visual magic created by Julie Taymor. It follows the story of the young lion prince, Simba, living in the flourishing African Pride Land and his unlikely boon companions, his villainous uncle Scar, and his journey from precocious cub to king of the jungle.

Tues. & Wed., 7; Thurs.-Sat., 8; Sun., 6:30; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 1. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

MATILDA

Shubert Theatre, 225 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200 matildathemusical.com (Opened 4/11/13) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) The story of an extraordinary little girl who decides that—despite a bad beginning filled with rotten parents, a terrifying school, and a vicious head mistress—her story is going to be an astonishing one.

With the help of her teacher, friends, and imagination, Matilda proves that even if you’re little, you can do big things. This Royal Shakespeare Company import received a record-breaking seven 2012 Olivier Awards, including Best Musical. Tues. & Thurs., 7; Wed., 7:30; Fri. & Sat., 8; Sun., 6:30; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 1. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (Thru 1/1)

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(Opened 11/14) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Natasha is a beautiful ingénue visiting Moscow while she waits for her beloved fiancé Andrey to return from the war. In a moment of indiscretion, she is seduced by dashing (and already married) Anatole, and her position in society is ruined. Her only hope lies with Pierre (Josh Groban), the lonely outsider whose love and compassion for Natasha may be the key to her redemption… and to the renewal of his own soul. Tues. & Thurs., 7; Wed., Sat. & Sun., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

OH, HELLO ON BROADWAY Lyceum Theatre, 149 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; oh-hello-k3g4.squarespace.com (Opened 10/10/16) (90 mins., no intermission) This twoman tour-de-force comedy stars Nick Kroll (The Kroll Show) and John Mulaney (The Comeback Kid). In their Broadway debuts they appear as their alter egos: Gil Faizon and George St. Geegland, outrageously opinionated, 70-something, “legendary” New York bachelors. And they’re still unable to swipe a Metrocard in under seven tries. Tues.-Sat., 8; Sun., 7; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

ON YOUR FEET!

Marquis Theatre, 46th St. bet. Broadway & 8th Ave., 877-250-2929; OnYourFeetMusical.com (Opened 11/5/15) (2 hrs., 15 mins.) The story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan, two amazing individuals who believed in their talent, their music and each other, and became an international sensation. Get ready to dance to the smash hits “Rhythm Is Gonna Get You,” “1-2-3,” “Live For Loving You,” “Conga,” and many more! Tues., Thurs. & Sun., 7; Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed., Sat. & Sun., 2. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA

Majestic Theatre, 247 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; thephantomoftheopera.com 1988 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 1/26/88) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) One of Broadway’s greatest attractions, Gaston Leroux’s thriller about a young soprano and the mysterious figure who loves her has achieved legendary status!

Now’s the time to experience—or re-experience—Andrew Lloyd Webber’s haunting “Music of the Night.” Exquisitely produced and performed, this is truly theatre at its finest. Mon. & Wed.-Sat., 8; Tues., 7; Thurs. & Sat., 2.

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THE PRESENT Ethel Barrymore Theatre, 243 W. 47th St., 212-239-6200; thepresentbroadway.com (3 hrs.) Andrew Upton’s new adaptation of Anton Chekhov’s Platonov stars Cate Blanchett and Richard Roxburgh.

The play unfolds over the course of a raucous weekend birthday celebration in the Russian countryside where old flames ignite. This bitingly comic work is performed by 13 of Australia’s finest actors. Mon., Tues. & Thurs., 7; Fri. & Sat., 7:30; Sat., 1:30. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (From 12/17)

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SCHOOL OF ROCK—THE MUSICAL Winter Garden Theatre, 1634 Broadway, 212-239-6200; schoolofrockthemusical.com (Opened 12/6/15) (2 hrs., 15 mins.) Based on the hit film starring Jack Black, this new musical follows Dewey Finn, a wannabe rock star who poses as a substitute teacher at a prep school and creates a rock band made up of students. Andrew Lloyd Webber composed 14 new songs to create a score that includes all the original songs from the movie. With its live kids’ rock band, the show is a loving testimony to the transforming power of music. Mon. & Tues., 7; Fri. & Sat., 8; Sun., 6; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 1. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

SOMETHING ROTTEN!

(2 hrs., 15 mins.) Puppets and humans cohabitate a fictional NYC street in this irresistible Tony-winning laugh-outloud musical. It tells the timeless story of a recent college grad named Princeton who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. There, he meets Kate (the girl next door), Rod (the Republican), Trekkie (the internet sexpert), Lucy the Slut and other colorful types who help him discover his purpose in life! Great for teens; discretion required for younger kids. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

THE BABYLON LINE

Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater, Lincoln Center, 150 W. 65th St., 212-239-6200; lct.org In Tony-winning playwright Richard Greenberg’s new play, it’s 1967. A writer from bohemian Greenwich Village commutes to Levittown to teach a creative writing class.

His students discover the power of storytelling to alter their lives, and one special student– a kindred spirit? something more? – reawakens his own artistic impulses. Starring Tony winners Randi Graff and Frank Wood alongside Emmynominee Elizabeth Reaser and Josh Radnor. Tues.-Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

(Opened 4/22/15) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) The 1590s: brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom, desperate to write a hit play, are stuck in the shadow of Renaissance rock star William Shakespeare.

When a soothsayer foretells the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, the two set out to write the world’s first musical. But amidst the excitement of opening night, they discover the importance of “to thine own self be true.” Tues. & Thurs., 7;Wed., Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (Thru 1/1)

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New World Stages, 340 W. 50th St., 212-239-6200 avenueq.com

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Atlantic Theater Company, 336 W. 20th St., 866-811-4111; atlantictheater.org

Brooks Atkinson Theatre, 256 W. 47th St., 877-250-2929; waitressthemusical.com (Opened 4/24/16) Jenna is a waitress and expert pie maker stuck in a small town and a loveless marriage. Faced with an unexpected pregnancy, she fears she may have to abandon her dream of opening a pie shop—until a baking contest in a nearby county, and a handsome young doctor, offer a recipe for happiness. Starring Tony winner Jesse Mueller (Beautiful). Tues.-Thurs., 7:30; Fri. & Sat., 8; Wed. & Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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THE BAND’S VISIT

In this musical based on the acclaimed screenplay, an Egyptian Police Band arrives in Israel to play a concert. After a mix-up at the border, they’re sent to a remote village in the middle of the desert. With no bus until morning, the travelers are taken in by the locals and their lives become intertwined in the most unexpected ways. Starring Emmy winner Tony Shalhoub (Monk). Tues. & Sun., 7; Wed.-Sat., 8; Wed., Sat. & Sun., 2. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (Thru 12/23)

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Gershwin Theatre, 222 W. 51st St. 877-250-2929 wickedthemusical.com

Astor Place Theatre, 434 Lafayette St., 800-BLUEMAN; blueman.com

(Opened 10/30/03) (2 hrs., 45 mins.) Set in Oz before the arrival of Dorothy and Toto, this knock-out musical follows the friendship between two young girls—one smart, misunderstood, and green-skinned; the other beautiful, ambitious, and popular—who grow up to be the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Based on the spellbinding, best-selling novel by Gregory Maguire.

Tues., Wed. & Sun., 7; Thurs.-Sat., 8; Sat. & Sun., 2. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

(1 hr., 45 mins.) No plot, no dialogue, no ripped from the headlines drama, Blue Man is suitable for the whole loopy family. Orchestrated by three ingenious blue-hued guys, this ever-morphing Off-Broadway phenom combines music, high-tech shenanigans and off-the-chart physical comedy.

Internationally, Blue Man Group’s shows have been called “innovative”, and “wildly entertaining”, but the only way to truly understand their popularity is to see the show for yourself! Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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Westside Theatre Upstairs, 407 W. 43rd St., 212-239-6200; cagneythemusical.com

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CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR STARRING THE RADIO CITY ROCKETTES Radio City Music Hall, 1260 Avenue of the Americas at 50th St., 877-941-7457; rockettes.com/christmas (90 mins., no intermission) The world-famous precision dancers known as the Rockettes bring their special gift for spreading holiday cheer to audiences young and old.

In unison they dance across the enormous Radio City Music Hall stage, and in a twinkling you’re transported to another place where reindeer prance and dash through the snow, Rag Dolls spring to life and Wooden Soldiers march in a fantastic parade. New York’s annual Christmas gift to theatregoers is here to dazzle and delight through the end of the year... and a day or two beyond! Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 1/2)

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(2 hrs.) This acclaimed new musical tracks the life of the legendary James Cagney from the streets of New York to his rise as one of the brightest stars of Hollywood. Starting out as a vaudeville song-and-dance man, Cagney – under the studio-system thumb of film mogul Jack Warner – became cinema’s original tough guy. Broadway’s Robert Creighton, in a tour-de-force performance, leads a cast of six who sing and tap their way through a score that blends original music with classic George M. Cohan favorites, including Give My Regards To Broadway, Grand Old Flag, and Yankee Doodle Dandy. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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A DOG STORY

Black Box Theatre at the Davenport Theatre, 354 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; adogstorythemusical.com Looking for a permanent relationship, Roland gets a puppy named Cupid as a chick magnet and is thrilled when his new canine friend leads him to a beautiful businesswoman. However, he’s a lot less thrilled when Cupid leads him to a dog trainer who’s patience with puppies doesn’t extend to their owners. Through first dates, angry tangos, and a disappearance, Roland ends up discovering there’s more to life when you “get a dog!” Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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FANCY NANCY: SPLENDIFEROUS CHRISTMAS

Theater at Blessed Sacrament, 152 W. 71st St., 212-579-0528; fancynancychristmaslive.com What could be fancier than Christmas? Presents, decorations, cookies with sprinkles and the tree! Nancy is especially excited: this year she has enough money to buy a new sparkly tree topper!! But when things don’t turn out as planned, will Christmas still be splendiferous? Ages 2 and up. Sat. & Sun., 11am & 1pm. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

THE FANTASTICKS Snapple Theater Center, 210 W. 50th St., 212-921-7862; fantasticksonbroadway.com (2 hrs., 5 mins.) This long-running “boy meets girl” musical romance by Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidts illustrates the pitfalls of love as orchestrated by two “feuding” fathers. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

GAZILLION BUBBLE SHOW

New World Stages, 340 W. 50th St., 212-239-6200; gazillionbubbleshow.com (70 mins., no intermission) This eye-popping production created by bubblemaniac Fan Yang offers parents and kids an unforgettable extravaganza of soap-bubble creations accompanied by fantastic lighting effects, including a jaw-dropping laser show! Call or visit website for playing schedule.

THE IMBIBLE: A SPIRITED HISTORY OF DRINKING

New World Stages, 340 W. 50th St., 800-447-7400; imbible.org (1 hr., 45 mins.) A 10,000-year journey through time and across the globe accompanied by craft cocktails and the acapella vocal stylings of The Backwaiters! Raconteur Anthony Caporale tracks the historical, political, economic and scientific impact behind alcoholic beverages and conducts live demonstrations on brewing beer and distilling spirits.

And, like any good bartender, he keeps his patrons laughing throughout! Mon. & Thurs.-Sat., 8. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

KINGDOM COME

Black Box Theatre, Harold and Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre, 111 W. 46th St., 212-719-1300; roundabouttheatre.org Samantha is lonely and confined to her bed. Layne is too afraid of the world to journey into it. When both women decide that online dating might be the outlet they need, they venture into the Internet and find deep connection in each other. Tues.-Sun., 7; Sat. & Sun., 1:30. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (Thru 12/18)

THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES

GEORGE BALLANCHINES’S THE NUTCRACKER®

David H. Koch Theater, 20 Lincoln Center, 800-840-9227; nycballet.com Tchaikovsky’s iconic score transports theatregoers to a world where mischievous mice are foiled by toy soldiers and ballerinas reveal the Land of Sweets. Having originated the beloved American tradition, the production boasts adult and student artists who join forces to make each performance unforgettably magical. Tues. & Thurs., 7; Fri. & Sat., 8; Sat., 2; Sun., 1 & 5. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (Thru 12/31)

HIS ROYAL HIPNESS LORD BUCKLEY

59E59 Theaters, 59 E. 59th St., 212-279-4200; 59e59.org Jake Broder channels the counter culture comedic icon whose work inspired artists from Jack Kerouac and Bob Dylan to Lenny Bruce and Whoopi Goldberg. Known for translating the narratives of the world into a bebop-infused language he called ‘the hipsemantic’, Buckley’s routines from the 1940s and ‘50s are revived for a 21st-century audience. Tues.-Thurs. & Sun., 7:15; Fri. & Sat., 8:15; Sat., 2:15; Sun., 3:15. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (Thru 1/1)

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(95 mins.) Music, art, and techo brilliance convey adventure and romance when combined with dance styles ranging from contemporary to popping to breaking. The story centers on a shy young artist with a magical paintbrush that turns his imaginings to reality. Filled with unforgettable, eye-popping visuals! Mon., 7; Wed.-Sat., 8; Sun., 7:30; Sat., Sat., 2; Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

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Kirk Theatre, 410 W. 42nd St., 212-239-6290; themarvelouswonderettes.com

(2 hrs.) It’s Springfield High School’s 1958 prom where you’ll meet the Wonderettes—four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts, with amazing voices to match. Each one wants to make it big, and by the second act’s 10-year high school reunion you’ll find out which of them did. Songs include such retro jukebox hits as “Lollipop,” “Dream Lover,” “It’s My Party,” and many more. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

NOT THAT JEWISH New World Stages, 340 W. 50th St., 212-239-6200; notthatjewish.com (90 mins., no intermission) Writer/actress/comedian Monica Piper stars in this autobiographical telling of a Jew…’ish’ girl’s life. From growing up in a Bronx showbiz family to starting out in comedy clubs, to a WASP wedding and an “almost” night with Mickey Mantle, she shares the elements that shaped her life. With the wit found in her TV writing (Roseanne; Mad About You; Rugrats.), this intimate and inspirational show is reminiscent of Billy Crystal’s 700 Sundays with a peppering of Neil Simon. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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Second Stage Theatre @ the Tony Kiser Theatre, 305 W. 43rd St., 212-246-4422; 2ST.com Groundbreaking theatre artist Anna Deavere Smith’s latest documentary solo performance arrives Off-Broadway with music composed and performed by Marcus Shelby. This provocative new work depicts personal accounts of more than 250 students, parents, teachers and administrators caught in America’s school-to-prison pipeline, as they experience the widespread inequities of poverty, lack of opportunity, and over-aggressive policing in their communities. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

OTHELLO: THE REMIX

New York Theatre Workshop, 79 E. 4th St., 212-460-5475; nytw.org/show/othello Tony Award winner Sam Gold returns to NYTW to direct David Oyelowo (Royal Shakespeare Company’s The Histories, Selma, Queen of Katwe) in the title role and Daniel Craig as Iago in William Shakespeare’s masterful drama of love, passion, politics and betrayal. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 1/18)

PERFECT CRIME

The Theater Center, 210 W. 50th St., 212-921-7862; perfect-crime.com (2 hrs.) This long-running psychological thriller tracks a wealthy female psychiatrist caught up in a bizarre murder.

Enter the inspector who becomes obsessed with her, her patients and her home. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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JOHN LEGUIZAMO PRESENTS

THE Q BROTHERS

(60 mins.). It’s time to zip up your explorer vest and join the irrepressible Pip, Pebble and Finn on a wonderfully immersive journey. Children of ages four to 10 unlock a mysterious tree portal and step onto the shores of a magical island, where wild adventures await. Here, the whole family gets to explore crazy gadgets and gizmos, feed giant hungry puppets, interact with the Island’s fantastical creatures, and ultimately collect five powerful Sparks of energy in order to save the day! Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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THE PORTAL

Minetta Lane Theatre, 18 Minetta Lane, ThePortalNYC.com; 800-745-3000 (1 hr., 40 mins.) Driven by epic rock and tribal and electronic beats, this rock odyssey is part concert, part movie, and part performance. Inspired by Burning Man, Pink Floyd, EDM, and world mythology, the show not only entertains but also immerses the audience in an epic journey following Dante as he seeks the beautiful and mysterious Beatrice. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

PUFFS OR: SEVEN INCREASINGLY EVENTFUL YEARS AT A CERTAIN SCHOOL OF MAGIC Electra Theatre, 300 W. 43rd St., 866-811-4111; PuffsThePlay.com Some people are born with the capacity to do great things; some to change the world; some to defeat the forces of darkness in the face of insurmountable odds. Puffs is the story of the people who sit in class next to those people.

People like Wayne and his schoolmates who only want a basic wizarding education. Meanwhile a famous boy with a weird scar on his forehead makes life at school increasingly... eventful. Thurs. & Fri., 7:30pm; Sat., 9:30pm; Sun., 3pm. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

RUDOLPH THE RED NOSED REINDEER: THE MUSICAL

Madison Square Garden Theatre, 800-745-3000; theateratmsg.com/rudolph The beloved TV classic soars off the screen onto the stage with characters like Santa, Hermey the Elf, Clarice and others – especially Rudolph! All come to brilliant holiday life in an adventure that teaches us that what makes you different can be what makes you special! Wed. & Thurs., 7; Fri. 2 & 7; Sat. & Sun., 11am. 3 & 7pm. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (12/1 thru 12/18)

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(2 hrs.) America’s hilarious whodunit created by Bruce Jordan has also been translated into 23 foreign languages for 105 productions worldwide. In the interactive performance, theatregoers get to solve the crime. Set in a local hair establishment that turns into a wacky murder scene, the play is filled with up-to-the-minute humor and is different every time you see it! Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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SISTAS: THE MUSICAL St. Luke’s Theatre, 308 W. 46th St., 212-239-6200; sistasthemusical.com (90 mins.) This musical journey of a multi-generational African-American family features the lyrics of songs made famous by artists like Ma Rainey, Billie Holiday, Lena Horn, Erykah Badu, Jill Scott, Beyoncé and many others.

It tells of the struggles, the joy and the triumphs, of being Black in America and of being a woman in America, as told through the life of one woman and the women in her family. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

SLEEP NO MORE The McKittrick Hotel, 530 W. 27th St., 866-811-4111 sleepnomorenyc.com (3 hrs.) Punchdrunk’s award-winning theatrical experience tells Shakespeare’s Macbeth through the lens of a film noir movie. Audiences move through the story’s epic world at their own pace, with each journey different and unique. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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Orpheum Theatre, 126 Second Ave., 800-982-2787 stomponline.com

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(1 hr., 45 mins.) Springing from the underground music clubs of Britain and influenced by its urban streets, Stomp has traveled the world and caused a sensation at each of their international appearances. Matchboxes, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters and more fill the stage with energizing beats of Stomp, the inventive and invigorating stage show that’s dance, music and theatrical performance blended together in one electrifying rhythm. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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(2 hrs., 20 mins.) This red-hot 50th anniversary revival of the Neil Simon-Cy Coleman-Dorothy Fields hit musical about Charity Hope Valentine—the sassy, diehard romantic dancehall hostess whose overeager embrace of every man she meets keeps getting her in hot water—stars Tony winner Sutton Foster and features Tony winner Shuler Hensley.

Tues.-Fri., 7:30; Sat., 8; Wed., Sat. & Sun., 2. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (Thru 12/18)

THAT GOLDEN GIRLS SHOW! —A PUPPET PARODY DR2 Theatre, 103 E. 15th St., 800-982-2728; thatgoldengirlsshow.com (90 mins., no intermission) A sendup of classic “Golden Girls” moments—with puppets! From Sophia’s get-richquick schemes and Rose’s tales from St Olaf to Blanche’s insatiable hunt for men and Dorothy’s struggle to make sense of her life, this new comedy will bring together both fans and first-timers for the ultimate retro-sitcom experience. Tues.-Fri., 7:30; Sat., 8; Sat.& Sun., 3. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (Thru 12/31)

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The Acorn Theatre at Theatre Row, 410 W. 42nd St., 212-239-6200; keencompany.org (90 mins., no intermisision) This funny and moving autobiographical musical by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner Jonathan Larson follows an aspiring composer questioning his life choices on the eve of his 30th birthday. His girlfriend wants to get married and move out of the city, his best friend is making big bucks on Madison Avenue, but he’s still waiting tables, trying to write the great American musical. Call or visit website for playing schedule. (Thru 12/18)

TINY BEAUTIFUL THINGS

The Public Theaer’s Shiva Theater, 425 Lafayette St., 212-967-7555; publictheater.org Nia Vardalos (My Big Fat Greek Wedding) is Sugar, an anonymous online advice columnist whom thousands of readers have turned to for help based on her ability to mesh her own life experiences with their problems.

Tues.-Sun., 6:30; Sat. & Sun., 1. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule. (Thru 12/31)

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Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Lynn Nottage’s new play tells the story of a group of friends who have spent their lives sharing drinks, secrets and laughs while working together on the line of a factory floor. But when layoffs and picket lines begin to chip away at their trust, they find themselves pitted against each other in the hard fight to stay afloat. Tues.-Sun., 7; Wed., 1; Sat. & Sun., 1:30. Call or visit website for variations in playing schedule.

(75 mins., no intermission) The play is sealed inside of an envelope, unseen by the actor who has signed on for this one performance only. Slyly humorous and audaciously pointed, this ‘theater entertainment meets social experiment’ by Iranian playwright Nassim Soleimanpour, whose work has managed to escape censorship, will make you pretty much question everything. The revolving door of celebrity performers are listed and updated on the show’s website. Mon., 8.

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Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House: Perfect Steaks, Great Atmosphere

BY RICHARD JAY SCHOLEM Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House is a place of glamour, excitement, red meat, and much more. It pulsates with the rhythm and energy of midtown. Its soaring, two-story windows offer a spectacular view of Radio City Music Hall, Rockefeller Center, and the parade of pedestrians along Sixth Avenue. Midtown Manhattan’s gleaming holiday lights lets guests dine like

a king among decorative tinsel and shiny ornaments before walking to or from a Broadway show just a few blocks away.

The interior is an imposing palace of high ceilings, winding staircases, balconies, woody columns, a back-lighted bar, wall decorations, massive art pieces, and wine cellars that offer diners over two-thousand selections. (You can even schedule a one-on-one wine immersion with one of the house’s expert sommeliers.) All this combines to make Del Frisco’s the ultimate choice for impressing a client or celebrating a special occasion.

The menu tells the restaurant’s story.

USDA aged prime beef is fresh not frozen and shipped from the Midwest daily. Warm loaves of bread are baked daily, and all salad dressings and desserts are made in-house.

Del Frisco’s isn’t about red meat alone.

Lobster, fish, lamb, and veal chops receive equal billing, but the focus is always on the best in basic, understandable food: shrimp cocktail, crab cakes, Caesar salad, and meat and potatoes (prepared four ways).

Steaks are boldly seasoned with salt and pepper and sport an agreeably charred surface. My 24-ounce porterhouse was the medium-rare, mineral-flavored beauty I anticipated, as were my wife’s two towering, juicy, eight-ounce lamb chops. A pristine Chilean sea bass, kissed by a sundried tomato and leek sauce, was an appropriate pick for delicate eaters, while a 22-ounce portion of rich, broiled Australian lobster tails certainly wasn’t too much of a good thing.

The Spinach Supreme, the mother of all creamed spinach, and an order of king-sized onion rings were all the side dishes needed by four hungry diners.

Consider the heft of the entrées when ordering appetizers and target the lighter choices: no-filler crab cakes napped in lobster sauce; super-fresh, briny oysters on the half shell; and shrimp any which way.

Full or not, order dessert. Select the luxuriant swirl of strawberries, vanilla ice cream, and Grand Marnier in the Strawberry Romanoff; the decadent banana bread pudding; or especially the huge wedge of exemplary six-layer lemon cake.

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New York Dining: New Tastes and Classic Faves From local seafood to timeless steakhouses to contemporary creative kitchens, New York’s restaurants offer many opportunities to dive into world-class cuisine.

BENJAMIN PRIME

a menu bursting with Spanish flavor. The house’s super-popular guacamole is made tableside and kicked up with serrano peppers. You’ll also find four kinds of paella, Spanish flatbreads, and a fantastic selection of tapas. 168 W. 4th St. (btw. Jones and Cornelia Sts.), 212-242-9338, tiopepenyc.com DA ROSINA

NYC’s newest steak sensation is Benjamin Prime.

Benjamin Steakhouse, the 2016 Concierge Choice Awards winner for steak, has spun off New York’s newest steakhouse destination. Benjamin Prime combines modern elegance with traditional steakhouse classics, picking up signature standouts from seafood legend The Sea Fire Grill, another sister property. At Benjamin Prime, the grill gets the spotlight, turning out USDA prime dry-aged steaks and succulent seafood in unique ways. The roomy space houses an expansive main dining room and private dining spaces, all conveniently close to Grand Central Terminal in the heart of midtown. 23 E. 40th St. (btw. Park & Madison Aves.), 212-338-0818, benjaminsteakhouse.com

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TIO PEPE Offering up a lively bar scene, a sidewalk cafe, Latino music, and a main dining room with a skylit garden patio room, chandeliers, and stone and brick walls, this restaurant is all about the ambiance, with authentic, delicious dishes to match. People have been packing into Tio Pepe since 1970 for

Your best bet for pre-theatre dining: Da Rosina near Times Square.

If you’ve got dinner and a Broadway show on the agenda, Da Rosina is the place to go. A New York favorite since 1993, this premier Italian restaurant is right in the heart of the Theatre District, in an inviting space decorated with a lovely mural and Roman columns. Exquisite Italian fare is served at moderate prices, highlighted by a prix fixe menu. Look for crowd-pleasers like fried calamari with marinara sauce, minestrone alla Lombarda, black linguini with shrimp, chicken Francese, and spectacular veal scaloppine, available four different ways.

342 W. 46th St. (btw. Eighth & Ninth Aves.), 212-977-7373, darosina.com DAVID BURKE FABRICK If there was ever a gourmet restaurant with something for everyone, it’s the fabulous David Burke fabrick. New Executive Chef Michael Franey serves innovative dishes that call out New York’s classic nabes and flavors. Case in point is his take on the lob-

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ster roll: Lobster BLT Steamed Buns, with candied bacon, jalapeño, and a little kick from Old Bay aioli. Old favorites are still here, too, including the General Chang’s Cauliflower, fabrick’s house burger, and the SaltBrick Prime NY Strip from the Craveable Hospitality Group’s patented dryaging room. Inside the Archer Hotel, 47 W. 38th St. (btw. Fifth & Sixth Aves.), 212-302-3838, davidburkefabrick.com

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DAVID BURKE KITCHEN David Burke Kitchen (opened in 2011 and overseen by Executive Chef Raoul Whitaker) boasts an interior inspired by its SoHo surroundings, blending cool industrial simplicity with the rustic warmth of a country barn. At the entrance, a staircase leads up to the glass-enclosed Treehouse Bar, where guests can enjoy private dinners with handcrafted cocktails and sweet and savory snacks like chicken dumplings or Maine lobster toast. Downstairs, the 130-seat, loft-like main space is divided into a bar and dining room with denim ban-

quettes and a barn roof. The open kitchen allows guests a peek behind the scenes, while Chef Whitaker’s theatrical style is reflected in the carving station, where a variety of meats are carved and wholeroasted fish, lobster, and casseroles are plated in the center of the dining room.

23 Grand St. (Ave. of the Americas), 212-201-9119, davidburkekitchen.com TOPAZ NOODLE BAR The scene at Thai favorite Topaz Noodle Bar is clean, sleek, and pristine, and you’ll find that in both the restaurant’s décor and in their dishes. Noodles are a specialty, of course, meaning that the pad Thai you eat here will be one of the best renditions you’ve ever had. The guay tiew Singapore (angel hair noodles with yellow curry) and pad woon sen (wok-fried glass noodles with fresh veggies and bean sauce) are two other noodle options not to be missed.

129 W. 56th St. (btw. Sixth & Seventh Aves.), 212-247-2277, topaznoodlebarnyc.com

Topaz Noodle Bar brings together a sleek space and stellar Thai cooking.

BEN & JACK’S Students of the famed Brooklyn steakhouse Peter Luger, the eponymous Ben and Jack opened their steakhouse in New York City in 2005. Ben & Jack’s serves generous portions of steakhouse favorites to a very satisfied clientele. Enjoy delicious salads, exceptional prime dryaged steaks and chops—including the restaurant’s signature Porterhouse for one, two, three, or four—fresh seafood, mouthwatering sides, and exquisite desserts.

An excellent wine list complements any food choice.

255 Fifth Ave. (btw. 28th & 29th Sts.), 212-532-7600, benandjackssteakhouse.com

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Dave & Buster’s TS $-$$ s David Burke at Bloomingdale’s UES $$ David Burke Kitchen SH $$$

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An’nam TS $

HB Burger TS $-$$

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Heartland Brewery & Chophouse TS MW $$

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Planet Hollywood TS $$

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ARGENTINEAN Buenos Aires EV $$

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ASIAN FUSION China Grill MW $$$

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BRAZILIAN Fogo de Chao TS $$$

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CHINESE Canton Lounge C $-$$ Shanghai Cuisine C $

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DELICATESSEN Katz’s Delicatessen LES $

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Gleason’s Tavern TS $$

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Pera Mediterranean Brasserie ME $$

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IRISH Gleason’s Tavern TS $$

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SEAFOOD Ed’s Chowder House UWS $$$ The Sea Fire Grill ME $$-$$$

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SPANISH pg. 100

STEAK/SEAFOOD Ben & Jack’s Steak House MW $$$ Benjamin Steakhouse ME $$$ Bobby Van’s TS ME FD $$$ Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House TS $$$ La Rivista featuring Broadway Joe Steak TS $$n Morton’s ME FD $$$

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DESSERTS/ESPRESSO BAR Caffe Palermo LI $ Serendipity 3 UES $ Zibetto Espresso Bar MW $

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Topaz Noodle Bar MW $

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VIETNAMESE An’nam TS $

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Applebee’s TS $

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OUR DINING SECTION lists restaurants by neighborhood, beginning with the southern tip of Manhattan and moving north, and west to east.

FD Financial District

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MW Midtown West

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CHINATOWN

C $-$$ 70 Mott St. (Canal St.), 212-219-8066; cantonlounge.com | CHINESE

CANTON LOUNGE

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DAVID BURKE KITCHEN SH $$$

23 Grand St. (Sixth Ave.), 212-201-9119 davidburkekitchennyc.com | AMERICAN Authentic, regionally sourced and thoughtfully selected market-fresh cuisine. We pay homage to the craft of cooking and sharing hearty, rustic American food. The menu was inspired by morning visits to the green market, what is freshest in the region, and prepared with creativity and refined technique.

Kitchen celebrates the integrity of ingredients at their peak, presented with a deft hand and served alongside the finest wines and spirits.

LITTLE ITALY

CAFFÉ PALERMO LI $

148 Mulberry St. (Grand St.), 212-431-4205; caffepalermo.com | DESSERT, ITALIAN Since 1973, a must stop in Little Italy! Home of New York’s Award-Winning Cannoli! Voted #1 Cannoli in New York.

Stop by & say hello to BABY JOHN the CANNOLI KING! The finest Italian pastries: cheesecake, tiramisu, rainbow cookies, chocolate mousse cake, Italian cookies, etc. are awesome & lobster tails are off the hook! Enjoy unbeatable cappuccino & espresso. Hundreds of celebs have visited so you never know who will drop by. Open 7 days 10:30am til late.

GREENWICH VILLAGE

Serving excellent Cantonese fare. One of the best choices in the heart of Chinatown. Extensive menu including large assortment of Dim Sum, Soups, Seafood, Chef’s Specials, Shellfish including hard to find Abalone, Fish, Bean Curd & Vegetable, Szechuan Style Spicy, Chicken, Pork, Beef, Noodle/Rice Noodle. Lower prices than equivalent in midtown, including $6 lunch specials. N, Q, R, 6 trains to Canal Street. Open 7 Days Lunch & Dinner.

SHANGHAI CUISINE

SOHO

MONTE’S GV $$

$ 97 MacDougal St. (Bleecker-W. 3rd Sts.), 212-674-9456 montes1918.com | ITALIAN

89 Bayard St. (Mulberry St.), 212-732-8988 | CHINESE This “cut-above” Chinatown eatery offers one of the best Peking ducks and Shanghai soup dumplings in the City, according to Gourmet magazine. Cash only. Full liquor bar.

Received A rating for cleanliness from the City of New York.

Closed Tues., lunch & dinner.

LOWER EAST SIDE

KATZ’S DELICATESSEN LES $

205 E. Houston St. (Ludlow St.), 212-254-2246 katzsdelicatessen.com | DELICATESSEN Feast on oversized hand-carved sandwiches at Katz’s Delicatessen, one of New York City’s best delis. Mingle with the many celebrities who dine here daily. Most meats are cured on premises. Open Mon.-Tues., 8am-10pm; Wed.-Thurs., 8am-11pm; Fri.-Sat., 8am-3am. All cards.

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A romantic Italian restaurant located in the heart of Greenwich Village. This vintage Italian restaurant has existed since 1918 and the Mosconi family has continued its rich tradition.

A romantic Italian restaurant located in the heart of Greenwich Village. This vintage Italian restaurant has existed since 1918 and the Mosconi family has continued its rich tradition.

Chef Pietro Mosconi delivers authentic Northern Italian dishes from his region of Emilia Romagna and is often seen in the dining room conversing with patrons. Dine as a couple for a romantic dinner, a small private party or as a large group.

TIO PEPE GV $$ 168 W. 4th St. (6th-7th Aves.), 212-242-6480 tiopepenyc.com | SPANISH Voted “Best Spanish Restaurant” by Resident Publications.

This “incredibly authentic” Spanish eatery has been serving “amazing Spanish cuisine” to the West Village since 1970.

A friendly and attentive atmosphere—come try wood-fired brick oven specialties like Iberian Coca and Paella. The drinks and affordable menu are something one can’t pass up; free wifi is offered, too. Tues.-Sun., 12pm-1am; Fri.Sat., 11:30am-3am.

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“...steak for everyone”-The New York Times

AN OFF-

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Authentic Neapolitan Cuisine from the landmark restaurant made famous by Frank Sinatra

255 Fifth Ave.(btw. 28th & 29th Sts.) 212.532.7600 Under Renovation: 219 E. 44th St.

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Classic Seafood Steps From Lincoln Center Lobster Rolls, Crab Cakes, Oysters, Raw Bar, Pastas, Steaks & Happy Hour

AT THE EMPIRE HOTEL • 44 W. 63RD STREET • 212 956 1288

Our only location is

236 W. 56th Street

(between Broadway and 8th Avenue)

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BEN & JACK’S STEAK HOUSE MW $$$

VILLA MOSCONI GV $$

69 MacDougal St. (Bleecker-Houston Sts.), 212-674-0320; villamosconi.com | ITALIAN An NYC favorite in the heart of famous Greenwich Village.

Villa Mosconi is renowned for serving great homemade pastas and fresh seafood. Enjoy their beautiful four-season garden, the perfect complement to their sublime Italian delights.

EAST VILLAGE

BUENOS AIRES EV $$

513 E. 6th St. (Ave. A- Ave. B), 212-228-2775 buenosairesnyc.com | ARGENTINEAN

255 Fifth Ave. (28th-29th Sts.), 212-532-7600; benandjackssteakhouse.com | STEAK / SEAFOOD Experience a steak house like no other! Ben & Jack’s serves up generous portions of steak house favorites to a very satisfied clientele. Enjoy delicious salads, exceptional prime dry-aged steaks and chops, including the restaurant’s signature Porterhouse for one, two, three or four, fresh seafood, mouthwatering side dishes and exquisite desserts. An excellent wine menu complements any food choice. Reservations recommended. All credit cards accepted. Open for lunch/ dinner daily. Private dining rooms available.

CHINA GRILL MW $$$

A New Yorker’s favorite Argentinean restaurant. Succulent grilled meats, to-die-for empanadas, fresh pastas & more.

Known for their uncompromising choice of the finest cuts of beef, freshest vegetables—quality food at reasonable prices in a charming, warm, cozy atmosphere. Lunch & dinner 7 days.

MIDTOWN WEST

TOPAZ NOODLE BAR MW $ 129 W. 56th St. (6th-7th Aves.), 212-247-2277 topaznoodlebarnyc.com | THAI

This popular midtown Thai gem near Carnegie Hall and Central Park will satisfy your taste buds with authentic, enticing flavors and hearty dishes. Casual, relaxed with very warm and attentive service. Best Lunch Special in midtown: Appetizer & Main Course - $9 Choice of Chicken, Tofu or Vegetable; $11 Choice of Shrimp, Squid or Beef. Dinner moderately priced. Open 11:30am to 11pm 7 days.

BoBBy van’s

Steakhouse

60 W. 53rd St. (5th-6th Aves.), 212-333-7788; chinagrillrestaurant.com | ASIAN FUSION Asian-Inspired World Cuisine in a soaring black granite setting. Now an NYC Midtown institution, serving dramatically presented family-style cuisine steps from MoMA, Rockefeller Center, and Radio City Music Hall. Garden dining available in-season. Open for lunch & dinner daily.

ZIBETTO ESPRESSO BAR MW $ 1385 6th Ave. (56th St.), 501 5th Ave. (on 42nd St.), 1221 6th Ave. (on 48th St.); zibettoespresso.co | ITALIAN Entering a Zibetto Espresso Bar should feel like walking into any small café from Trieste to Milano. The people may not be the same here, but the atmosphere is. When we opened our doors in 2006, our sole ambition was to offer a conscious espresso bar experience. We’re all about espresso and people. No matter if it’s your 1st visit or 1,000th cup, you’ll always find a spot at our counter.

MIDTOWN EAST

OBICÀ MOZZARELLA BAR, PIZZA E CUCINA $$

First rate USDA dry-aged steaks, the freshest seafood & lobsters and more BoBBy Van’s Grill: 135 W. 50th St. 120 W. 45th St.

BoBBy Van’s steakhouse: 230 Park Ave. 131 E. 54th St. • 25 Broad St.

www.bobbyvans.com

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928 Broadway (21st-22nd Sts.), 212-777-2754 590 Madison Ave. (56th St.), 212-355-2217 obica.com | ITALIAN

Obicà Mozzarella Bar is a casual contemporary Italian restaurant, offering a genuine Italian dining experience centered on the freshest Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP from Italy, fresh homemade pasta, and authentic products from Italy’s rich regional heritages. Two locations, including across the street from the famous Flatiron Building. Started in Italy in 2004, today Obicà has restaurants in Rome, Milan, Florence, London, New York, Tokyo, and Los Angeles.

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PRIME STEAKS. LEGENDARY SERVICE. Fine Wine • Private Dining • Exceptional Menu

Midtown 551 Fifth Avenue 212-972-3315

World Trade Center 136 Washington Street 212-608-0171

mortons.com

Vietnamese/Japanese Cuisine Lunch from $9; Dinner from $11 Open 7 days • 11:30am-11:30pm 234 W 48 St • 212-247-8318 www.annamnyc.com dining 103

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THE SEA FIRE GRILL ME $$-$$$

BENJAMIN STEAKHOUSE ME $$$

52 E. 41st St. (Park-Madison Aves.), 212-297-9177 benjaminsteakhouse.com | STEAK / SEAFOOD Peter Luger alumni Benjamin Prelvukaj and Chef Arturo McLeod have combined over 30 years of experience to create Benjamin Steak House, conveniently located near Grand Central Station in the century-old Chemist Club Building.

From the beautifully marbled cuts of dry-aged beef to the impeccably refined Old World service and charm, Benjamin Steak House prides itself in providing a quality dining experience in an elegant midtown setting.

MORTON’S ME FD $$$

158 E. 48 St. (Lexington-3rd Aves.), 212-935-3785 theseafiregrill.com | SEAFOOD The Sea Fire Grill offers seasonally focused contemporary American seafood and an elegant yet classic experience where consistency is key and service is impeccable. The décor is inviting with mahogany wine racks, cool blue accent features, and a roaring marble fireplace. Guests are passionate about the daily East and West coast oysters, Alaskan King Crab Legs, and Pancetta Wrapped Wild Striped Bass.

THEATRE DISTRICT AN’NAM TS $

551 Fifth Ave. (entrance on 45th St.), 212-972-3315; 136 Washington St., 212-608-0171 mortons.com | STEAKHOUSE/SEAFOOD

234 W. 48th St. (Broadway-8th Ave.) , 212-247-8318, annamnyc.com | VIETNAMESE/JAPANESE

Famous for USDA prime-aged beef, fresh seafood, fine wine and elegant desserts, Morton’s is the ideal place for a memorable dinner. The wide-open, modern, stylish dining room can accommodate large parties or an intimate dinner for two.

The private boardrooms are perfect for meetings and celebrations, or grab a cocktail in Bar 12-21. Enjoy famous steak and seafood at their Financial District location as well, located just steps from the 9/11 Memorial.

Delicious/affordable Vietnamese & Japanese Cuisine in heart of Theatre District. A huge selection of items including noodle dishes, curry, chicken/pork/beef/seafood/vegetarian entrees bursting with great flavors. Sushi bar/bento boxes/ rolls/sushi/sashimi. Lunch from $9; Dinner from $11. Perfect for pre- or post-theatre dining. Open 7 days 11:30am11:30pm.

PERA MEDITERRANEAN BRASSERIE ME $$

BOBBY VAN’S TS ME FD $$$

303 Madison Ave. (41st-42nd Sts.), 212-878-6301 peranyc.com | MEDITERRANEAN

135 W. 50th St.; 230 Park Ave. (46th St.); 131 E. 54th St.; 120 W. 45th St.; 25 Broad St.; bobbyvans.com | STEAK/

You may think you are on Madison Avenue, but when you step into Pera, you are entering the kind of sophisticated restaurant you would find in Istanbul. An authentic open kitchen is like a stage in the back with the feel, flavors, and sounds of the eastern Mediterranean. An international wine list showcases wines from the Mediterranean as well as other popular regions of the world. Sister location Pera SoHo at 54 Thompson St. (Broome St.), 212-878-6305.

SEAFOOD Established in 1969, Bobby Van’s now boasts 8 locations throughout the Northeast with five in Manhattan, 2 in Washington, DC & the original in Bridgehampton, Long Island. Serving only the finest USDA dry-aged prime beef, selected seafood & lobsters starting at 3 lbs. Private dining for corporate or special events. Naturally fine food, service & attention to detail are what sets them apart.

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BUCA DI BEPPO TS $$

1540 Broadway (45th St.), 212-764-6527 bucadibeppo.com | ITALIAN Buca di Beppo is the perfect place for great Italian food and fun! Whether you’re hosting a group event, celebrating a special occasion or planning a business dinner, you’ll enjoy Buca’s authentic Italian cuisine in an eclectic, vintage setting. At Buca, they serve family-style food in two portion sizes. Buca Small feeds two or more and Buca Large feeds four or more.

Catering available for delivery and to go. Call for details! Sun.Thurs., 11am-10pm; Fri. & Sat., 11am-midnight.

DAVE & BUSTER’S TIMES SQUARE TS $$

SAVE

234 W. 42nd St. (7-8 Aves.), 3rd flr., 646-495-2015; daveandbusters.com | AMERICAN Dave & Buster’s is the ONLY place in Times Square to Eat, Drink, Play, and Watch Sports. Eat the latest chefcrafted dishes. Drink with friends at one of our bars. Play the hottest interactive games. Watch your favorite teams on game day. You can have it all under one roof! Visit daveandbusters.com/new-york for more offers. Open 7 days, 11am-late.

DEL FRISCO’S DOUBLE EAGLE STEAK HOUSE TS $$$

1221 Sixth Ave. (49th St.), 212-575-5129 delfriscos.com | STEAK/SEAFOOD Steak house redefined. A sophisticated, elegant space reflecting the energy, vibrancy, and romanticism of the city. Excellent service combines with generous portions of prime steaks, magnificent cold-water lobster tails and specialties such as combination shrimp platters and crab cakes. Beautifully appointed private party facilities and unique wine-cellar dining. A true dining experience. Reservations recommended.

All cards. Open for lunch weekdays, dinner daily. All cards.

2010 Concierge Choice Award Winner.

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Outstanding Spanish cuisine in Greenwich Village

DA ROSINA TS $$

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342 W. 46th St. (8th-9th Aves.), 212-977-7373 darosina.com | ITALIAN This premier Italian restaurant is a theatre lover’s dream.

Perfect for dining before or after the theatre. “Delicious Italian cuisine, charming atmosphere, incredibly friendly staff.”– NY Observer. Highly regarded, very affordable prixfixe specials from the entire menu, including choice of appetizer: lunch: $22, dinner: $32. Open Tues.-Sun., lunch & dinner. All cards.

FOGO DE CHAO TS $$$

40 W. 53 St. (5th-6th Aves.), 212-969-9980 fogo.com | BRAZILIAN

Brunch, Lunch and DINNEr HAPPY HOUR 4-8pm daily 168 West 4th Street • 212-242-6480 darosina.com

Internationally renowned Southern Brazilian Steakhouse began more than 35 years ago in Brazil. The menu features fire-roasted meats carved tableside by gaucho chefs, seasonal salads and sides, signature cocktails and an award-winning wine list. Seafood options available. Stunning, three level design features 4 semi-private/private dining areas and a twolevel bar/lounge that is perfect for gathering with friends.

Visit fogo.com for reservations.

GUY’S AMERICAN KITCHEN AND BAR TS $$

Extraordinary

Italian cuisine on Restaurant Row 220 W. 44th St. (7th-8th Aves.), 646-532-4897 guysamerican.com | AMERICAN From the crave-worthy menu featuring Guy Fieri’s signature bold flavors and creative spins on American dishes to its buzzing bar scene, provides a truly memorable dining experience. Sangria Glazed Shrimp, Beer & Honey Porchetta, and Firecracker Chicken Wings, with desserts like Salted Whiskey Caramel Fool. A demonstration kitchen features a flame-cooking rotisserie and a 12-foot wide chandelier showcasing a collection of Guy’s retired pots and pans. An exciting bar program features beers brewed locally by Heartland Brewery, creative cocktails and a California-heavy wine list. Open for lunch and dinner, 7 days a week.

GLEASON’S TAVERN TS $$

206 W. 41st St. (7th Ave.), 212-302-2167 gleasonstavern.com | NEW AMERICAN/IRISH

342 West 46th Street • 212-977-7373 PRIX FIXE LUNCH $22 DINNER $32

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Outstanding New American food. Lemon ricotta pancakes, steel-cut Irish oatmeal, salads, sandwiches, burgers, blackened catfish, crispy chicken breast, grilled NY strip, much more. 14 craft beers on draft, 55” TVs showing all games, hand-crafted cocktails. Happy hour midnight ’til closing. Open 7am ’til 4am, Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner.

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HB BURGER TS $-$$

127 W. 43rd St. (6th Ave.-Broadway), 212-575-5848 hbburger.com | AMERICAN “The beef is so good and the potato roll is such a perfect vessel that they are all one needs to reach burger Nirvana,” says Nick Solares of “A Hamburger Today.” The only fullservice burger restaurant in Times Square, with spacious seating and a compelling menu, you’ll find Angus beef burgers, a sashimi tuna burger, specialty salads with a full bar, and handcrafted beer. Employee-owned.

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HEARTLAND BREWERY TS MW $$

127 W. 43rd St. (Bdwy), 646-366-0235; Fifth Ave. & 34th St., 212-563-3433; 625 Eighth Ave. (41st St.), 646-214-1000; heartlandbrewery.com | AMERICAN With four locations across midtown, Heartland Brewery offers handcrafted beers and hearty American cuisine. Stop in and grab a pint of our award-winning craft beer or take a growler to go. Heartland offers a relaxing casual atmosphere for pre-theatre lunch and dinner or a great place to take a break before climbing the Empire State Building.

Open daily for lunch & dinner. 4 locations: Times Square, Theatre District, and Empire State Building.

52 E 41 St.

610 W Hartsdale Rd.

(Park & Madison Aves.)

White Plains, NY

212-297-9177

914-428-6868

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LA MASSERIA TS $$-$$$

MIDTOWN’S FINEST SEAFOOD

235 W. 48th St., 212-582-2111; lamasserianyc.com | ITALIAN “A farmhouse in the middle of Manhattan,” offering classic dishes from the Puglia region of Italy, utilizing the freshest natural ingredients for simple, authentic pastas, risottos, and meat and fish dishes. Warm, inviting decor blends rural Italian style, nostalgia & charm, complementing their exceptional cuisine & wine list. Among most popular restaurants in Theatre District. 7 days lunch/dinner.

After perfecting the classic American Steakhouse, Benjamin Steakhouse is moving beyond beef to conquer seafood!

Enjoy our seasonally focused contemporary American seafood!

Food Decor Service Cost

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At this “elite” East Midtown sibling to Benjamin Steak House, “off-the-boat-delicious” seafood is offered alongside “scrumptious” beef (natch) and an “extensive wine list”; it’s “not cheap”, but factor in “impeccable service” and a “tasteful”, “romantic” setting “complete with fireplace” and “gorgeous bar”, and fans “love this place” all the same.

158 EAST 48TH STREET (LEXINGTON & 3RD AVENUES)

212.935.3785 • www.theseafiregrill.com

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LA RIVISTA FEATURING BROADWAY JOE STEAK TS $$

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One of Midtown’s best Thai cuisines with fresh premium quality & authentic ingredients. Though just steps away from Carnegie Hall & Central Park, you will feel like you are in Thailand!!!

129 W. 56 St. (6 & 7 Aves.) | 212.247.2277 topaznoodlebarnyc.com Home of New York’s Award-Winning Cannoli!

Visit Little Italy & say hello to BABY JOHN the CANNOLI King!

313 W. 46th St. (8th-9th Aves.), 212-246-6513, 212-245-1707; larivistanyc.com | STEAK / SEAFOOD / ITALIAN The best beef, steak, pasta, and seafood in town. 20% discount on food and beverages—see their display ad. Open 7 days a week for lunch, dinner, and late night dining. Theatre groups, private parties from 10 to 75 budgeted. Celebrity & sports hangout. 50 years in Broadway’s Theatre District.

Children’s menu available. Open 11am-midnight. All cards.

PATSY’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT TS $$

Open 7 days 10:30 til late 148 Mulberry Street (by Grand St) 212-431-4205 • www.caffepalermo.com

236 W. 56th St. (Bdwy-8th Ave.), 212-247-3491 patsys.com | ITALIAN

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Considered one of the greatest attractions in the Theatre District & renowned for its celebrity clientele (Frank Sinatra’s favorite), this landmark has been family-run since 1944.

Highly rated authentic Neapolitan is heavenly, including succulent veal chops Siciliano, spicy lobster fra diavolo, savory calamari stuffed with seafood, etc. A “must go” New York favorite! Open daily, lunch & dinner. All cards.

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If you are looking for authentic Italian coffee in the coffee wasteland that is midtown, look no further.

We serve coffee just like they do in Italy - straight up with minimum of fuss, with tasty panini & Italian pastries.

1385 6th Ave (56 St) • 501 5th Ave (on 42 St) 1221 6th Avenue (on 48th St) • zibettoespresso.com

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Obicà brings classic and regional Italian cuisine to the new levels of taste of contemporary gourmets.

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225 E. 60th St. (2nd-3rd Aves.), 212-838-3531 serendipity3.com | DESSERT The home of decadent desserts—such as the Frrrozen Hot Chocolate—has been enchanting millions of patrons since 1954. Beginning with Marilyn Monroe, Andy Warhol, Grace Kelly & Cary Grant in the 1950s, the restaurant continues to attract the newest crop of hot young celebrities such as Britney Spears, Beyonce, Jay-Z, Paris Hilton, and Tyra Banks.

1540 Broadway (45th St.), 212-333-7827 planethollywoodintl.com | AMERICAN For great food, famous memorabilia, awesome merchandise, and out-of-this-world events, there’s no place like the Planet. Thrill to the magic of Hollywood surrounded by the largest movie memorabilia collection in the world! The menu features freshly prepared dishes - unique appetizers, unusual pastas and salads, sandwiches, burgers, grilled fare, tempting desserts and specialty drinks. Planet Hollywood apparel and collectible souvenirs are available in the merchandise shop. Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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DAVID BURKE AT BLOOMINGDALE’S UES $$ 1000 Third Ave. (59th St.), 212-705-3800 burkeinthebox.com | AMERICAN An approachable upscale café offering fresh, seasonal and creative takes on classic dishes. The eat-in or take-out restaurant offers both a quick-serve and refined casual-dining experience, all featuring a wide range of flavorful, light, American café favorites such as salads, soups, sandwiches and more. Burke in the Box is a refreshing oasis for guests who won’t sacrifice flavor, or time.

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44 W. 63rd St. (Broadway), 212-956-1288; edschowderhouse.nyc | SEAFOOD Bringing Montauk to the heart of Manhattan, Ed’s Chowder House, located on the mezzanine level of the historic Empire Hotel, delivers the bounty of the Eastern shoreline to the Upper West Side, serving a refined yet casual take on regional seafood favorites in a breezy atmosphere. Think: raw bar, lobster rolls, crab cakes, pastas, and steaks. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

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New-American food | 14 craft beers on draft 55” TV’s showing games | hand-crafted cocktails Happy Hour - Midnight til closing Open 7am til 4am - Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner 206 W 41 St (7th Ave) 212.302.2167 | gleasonstavern.com

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Hospitality, Laughs, and Bar Car Nights Welcome to the world capital of nightlife. There’s a reason NYC is called the city that never sleeps. Classic, historical taverns stand alongside the hippest new mixology bars. Legendary jazz spots share blocks with DJ-driven nightclubs. Visit City Guide’s website for all the bold-face names you can find performing on any given night in NYC. SPYGLASS ROOFTOP BAR

Memorable cocktails in elegant surrounds at Spyglass Rooftop Bar.

For a unique perspective on Manhattan, head 22 stories into the sky to Spyglass Rooftop Bar. You’ll have the Empire State Building front and center as you enjoy stylish design, bites from the kitchen at David Burke fabrick downstairs, and a slate of memorable cocktails. Don’t miss the Cactus Bloom, with Milagro Silver Tequila, prickly pear, lime, and agave.

Another must-try cocktail: You Look Smashing, with Breckenridge bourbon, blueberry, lemon, and agave. Inside the Archer Hotel, 47 W. 38th St. (btw. Fifth & Sixth Aves.), 212-730-0538, spyglassnyc.com

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GOTHAM COMEDY CLUB New York nightlife staple Gotham Comedy Club presents today’s hottest comics in nightly shows. Legends like Jerry

Seinfeld and David Chappelle have been known to drop in on this upscale, intimate setting. Upcoming highlights include Chelsea Handler’s regular roundtable buddy and best-selling author Sarah Colonna (12/2-12/3); Tom Papa (12/1612/17), who’s toured with Jerry Seinfeld for the past nine years; and A Very Jewish Christmas Special with Modi (12/24).

208 W. 23rd St. (btw. Seventh & Eighth Aves.), 212-367-9000, gothamcomedyclub.com DON’T TELL MAMA Don’t Tell Mama has been holding down a prime spot on Restaurant Row in the Theatre District since 1982. A veritable nightlife mall, you’ll find a piano bar, a restaurant, and two cabaret showrooms here. Upcoming shows include Cheryl Ann Allen: I’m a New Yorker (12/14), the award-winning impersonations of Judy Garland & Liza Minnelli Live!

(12/17), and Vicki Ferentinos Cake & Comedy (12/23) Every Sunday at noon and 2pm don’t miss Broadway “Boozy” Brunch, with a cabaret show and the option for bottomless bellinis, Bloody Marys, and mimosas. 343 W. 46th St. (btw.

Eighth & Ninth Aves.), 212-757-0788, donttellmamanyc.com

INSIDER TIP One of New York’s favorite traditions is the HOLIDAY TRAIN SHOW at the NEW YORK BOTANICAL GARDEN in the Bronx. Bark, leaves, and pine cones get transformed into city landmarks lining trains and tracks inside a spectacular Victorian-style conservatory. Adults can get in on the fun after hours at special BAR CAR NIGHTS (December 2, 3, 16, 17, 23, and 30), with drink specials, spiked hot beverages, ice-carving demonstrations, and live music set in the warmth of the Pine Tree Café. 2900 Southern Blvd. (Bronx Park Rd.), 718-817-8700, nybg.org

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343 W. 46th St. (8th-9th Aves.), 212-757-0788; donttellmamanyc.com This iconic entertainment destination has been holding down a prime spot on Restaurant Row in the heart of the Theatre District since 1982. A veritable nightlife mall, with 4 individual spaces: a piano bar, a restaurant, and 2 cabaret showrooms.

Stars from Bette Midler to Cuba Gooding Jr. have performed here. Must-see Broadway “Boozy” Brunch Sundays, $35 includes 3 courses, champagne, show; 12 & 2pm!

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Archer Hotel , 47 W. 38th St. (5th-6th Aves.), 22nd Floor 212-730-0538; spyglassnyc.com A stylish perch on the 22nd floor of the Archer Hotel, Spyglass Rooftop Bar offers hand-crafted cocktails, small bites from chef/owner David Burke and excellent views. Equal parts hotspot and refuge from the city below, Spyglass is the go-to hangout for fashionable locals and tourists alike.

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GUY’S AMERICAN KITCHEN AND BAR TS $$ 220 W. 44th St. (7th-8th Aves.), 646-532-4897 guysamerican.com | AMERICAN

208 W. 23rd St. (7th-8th Aves.), 212-367-9000; gothamcomedyclub.com Voted top-rated comedy club by the Daily News. 7 shows a week with today’s top comics, such as Lewis Black & Dave Chappelle. Legends like Jerry Seinfeld are known to drop in on this upscale yet intimate setting. Covers vary depending on show with 2-beverage minimum. Sun.-Th. 8:30pm; Fri., 8:30 & 10:30pm; Sat. 7:30, 9:30 & 11:30pm. (Subject to change).

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From the crave-worthy menu featuring Guy Fieri’s signature bold flavors and creative spins on American dishes, to its buzzing bar scene, Guy’s Times Square restaurant promises a truly memorable dining experience. An exciting bar program will feature beers brewed locally by Heartland Brewery, creative cocktails and a California-heavy wine list.

Open for lunch and dinner, 7 days a week.

127 W. 43rd St. (Bdwy), 646-366-0235; Fifth Ave. & 34th St., 212-563-3433; 625 Eighth Ave. (41st St.), 646-214-1000; heartlandbrewery.com | AMERICAN With four locations across midtown, Heartland Brewery offers handcrafted beers and hearty American cuisine. Stop in and grab a pint of our award-winning craft beer or take a growler to go. Heartland offers a relaxing casual atmosphere for pre-theatre lunch and dinner or a great place to take a break before climbing the Empire State Building. Open daily for lunch & dinner. 4 locations: Times Square, Theatre District, and Empire State Building.

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236 W. 78th St. (Amsterdam-Broadway), 212-595-0850; standupny.com Opened its doors in 1986 & has become one of NYC’s premiere comedy clubs. Celebrated for its rich history & outstanding performers, Stand Up NY has created an exclusive comedy experience. From Jerry Seinfeld to Chris Rock, our stage continues to be a breeding ground for the brightest stars of today & tomorrow.

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The rule of thumb for tipping is 15-20% for car/limo drivers, and 10-15% for taxicab drivers (up to 20% if they help with bags)

BRIDGES LIMOUSINE, INC.

We are Your Bridge to the World

We have Limos at Taxi Prices CAR TYPE SEDAN 6 PASS LIMO

LGA 40 65

JFK 53 85

EWR 53 95

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