Flatiron Hot! Q&A: Jazz Musician Matt Wilson

Fans of modern pop and rock music may tend to see the drummer as secondary to the rest of the band, but in the world of jazz, there are many exceptions to this “rule.” Case in point: Matt Wilson. A world-renowned musician, Wilson has played with many of the great jazz artists of the day (and a few from yesteryear).

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Holiday Train Show at Grand Central Terminal

The holiday season in New York City is a magical time. Unfortunately, it’s also an expensive one. But every once in a while, you’ll stumble upon a scene that fills you with holiday cheer, while also going easy on your wallet. This past week, FlatironHot! experienced a bit of free holiday cheer ourselves as we stepped into the 11^th annual Holiday Train Show at the Transit Museum in Grand Central Terminal in honor of the terminal’s 100^th birthday.

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Upstairs at the Stand Comedy Club Serves up Weekend Brunch

Comedy clubs are not usually known for the quality of their food and beverages, but The Stand, located at 239 Third Avenue, is an exception to the rule, offering a diverse array of dining options at its restaurant, the aptly-named Upstairs at The Stand. We at Flatiron Hot! had a chance to sample some of the club’s dishes last week, and they tasted even better than they look. But don’t just take our word for it.

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Flatiron Hot! Pundit: The Case for Judicial Restraint on Gay Marriage

Proponents of marriage equality were understandably jubilant when the Supreme Court announced that it would rule on the legitimacy of same-sex nuptials. The willingness of the highest court in the land to take on gay marriage represents a victory for activists who have fought for years to acquire a right that all people should have: to enter into a culturally and legally-vital contract with a partner of their choice. Proposition 8 and the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) are unconstitutional and immoral, and liberals are rightfully calling for the Supreme Court to recognize them as such.

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Flatiron Hot! Q&A Pt. 2: Screenwriter Jacob Krueger

In part 1 of his Q&A with Flatiron Hot! News, screenwriter Jacob Krueger discussed the current state of of the art form in movies and on TV. This time, he lays out the vision for screenwriting instruction that informs his prestigious workshops held at New York City Seminar and Conference Center (NYCSCC).

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Flatiron Hot! Q&A: Madison Square Park Christmas Tree Lighting

Flatiron Hot! had a chance to chat with Bertie Downs, one of the organizers of Madison Square Park‘s 10th annual Christmas tree lighting, just in time for the holiday season. It required more intense planning than one might think. While you’re at it, check out our video footage of the event, courtesy of Craig Fletcher.

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Audra Rox Plays at Holiday Tree Lighting in Madison Square Park (Video)

Check out our footage of Audra Rox performing at the Tree of Light ceremony in Madison Square Park (for those of us not in on the lingo, a holiday tree lighting). Guess Christmas just isn’t politically correct anymore. The folks … Read More

Flatiron Hot! Q&A: Jacob Krueger Talks Hollywood and the Art of Screenwriting

Flatiron Hot! recently had the privilege of sitting down with Jacob Krueger, the screenwriter responsible for critically-acclaimed drama The Matthew Shepard Story, to discuss a wide variety of topics ranging from the current state of Hollywood to Krueger’s unique approach to teaching screenwriting. In the interest of brevity, the latter part of the interview will be published on Thursday.

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Northport Three Weeks Later: Surveying the Wreckage of Superstorm Sandy on Long Island

For some of us, Hurricane Sandy is already subsiding into a distant, traumatic memory. Our residences are intact, power has returned and our loved ones are safe and sound. For the inhabitants of ravaged areas such as Staten Island, the Jersey coastline, and the shores of Long Island, however, the “superstorm” is a continuing nightmare. Even as we return to our daily routines in the Flatiron District, Chelsea, and all around NYC, it is important for us to keep in mind communities that still haven’t recovered from Sandy’s onslaught.

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NYC Gears up for Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade (Slideshow)

With Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade less than 24 hours away, New York City is starting to take on a festive air. The holiday season might not yet be in full swing, but stores and businesses are starting to gear up … Read More