About Eric Shapiro
Review – Peter Jackson’s “The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug” Expands Tolkien’s World with Mixed Results
December 17, 2013 | Eric ShapiroAfter kicking off with the serviceable but underwhelming The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, Peter’s Jackson’s trilogy continues with The Desolation of Smaug, a superior, albeit still flawed sequel that does not approach Lord of the Rings’ magnificence. Smaug kicks off with one … Read More
Matt Wilson’s Chrismas Tree-O Returning to Flatiron for Free Holiday Show
December 13, 2013 | Eric ShapiroThere were many highlights of last year’s holiday festivities in the Flatiron District, but one stands out in particular: the stirring performance of Matt Wilson’s Christmas Tree-O. Organized by the Flatiron 23rd Street Partnership as part of their 23 Days … Read More
TADA! Youth Theater to Put on Sunday Holiday Performance in Flatiron
December 13, 2013 | Eric ShapiroLooking for something to do with your kids on Sunday afternoon? As a part of their holiday event series, 23 Years of Flatiron Cheer, the Flatiron 23rd Street Partnership invites families to watch a free caroling performance by the TADA! … Read More
Peoples Improv Theater Serves Up Free Comedy Show in Flatiron
December 11, 2013 | Eric ShapiroOn December 13th, The Flatiron 23rd Street Partnership will give you another reason to yell “TGIF!” when the Peoples Improve Theater (PIT) delivers one of its famed comedy shows as part of the Partnership’s 23 Days of Flatiron Cheer. As … Read More
8 Can’t-Miss Holiday Events in the Flatiron District
December 10, 2013 | Eric ShapiroBy the NYCSCC Flatiron Hot News Editorial Staff
There’s nothing like New York City during the holidays, especially in NYC’s thriving Flatiron District. From shows to competitions to events, there’s always something happening nearby, which is what makes the NYC Seminar … Read More
Ugliest Sweater Competition Returns to the Flatiron
December 9, 2013 | Eric ShapiroLooking for a chance to wear the ugly sweater your grandma bought you for Hanukkah or Christmas that you felt too guilty to return? Well, you’re in luck. As a part of their 23 Days of Flatiron Cheer, Flatiron 23rd … Read More
Merle Good’s “The Preacher and the Shrink” Tackles Sexual Abuse, Heresy at Beckett Theater
December 6, 2013 | Eric ShapiroApparently, many critics found playwright Merle Good’s Off-Broadway debut “The Preacher and the Shrink,” playing at Theater Row’s Beckett Theater through January 4th, to be morally offensive. Centered around the risky premise that a woman’s accusation of sexual abuse may in … Read More
Mitzvah Mobile Rolls Through Flatiron on Last Night of Hanukkah
December 4, 2013 | Eric ShapiroThe great thing about being Jewish in New York City is that you never feel like a minority. During the holiday season, you’ll likely see at least one menorah, dreidel or Jewish star for every five clusters of Christmas trees … Read More
Dick’s Sporting Goods Totes Tailgating Prizes in Flatiron/Madison Square Park
December 4, 2013 | Eric ShapiroWhether or not Dick’s Sporting Goods is enough to get your heart pounding with excitement, you have to give them some credit for creative marketing events. Passing by the South Public Plaza next to Madison Square Park and the Flatiron … Read More
The Forty Part Motet at Cloisters Reveals Best of Music, Art from Medieval Times
December 4, 2013 | Eric ShapiroFascinated by medieval art and architecture? If your answer is yes, you owe it to yourself to check out Cloisters Museum and Gardens. If your answer is no, you owe it to yourself to check out Cloisters Museum and Gardens. … Read More