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Billboard as Manifesto: Billy Joe Armstrong For Marshall

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Spotted at the corner of Broadway and West 29th Street: a two-panel, billboard-scale Marshall ad featuring Green Day frontman/ guitarist  Billie Joe Armstrong, unfolding like a quiet manifesto in the middle of Manhattan foot traffic. Rendered in  muted sepia tones, the campaign feels nostalgic without tipping into retro — a visual cue that this is about legacy, not revival.
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Pink Thing of The Day: Fela! Shirt and Trousers Designed By Marina Draghici

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Designed by Marina Draghici for the lead actor of the Broadway musical Fela!, this custom-tailored garment evokes the unique style of Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti (1938 1997), who often wore vibrant, embroidered two-piece costumes. The suit features intricately stitched renderings and stylized motifs from some of Fela’s signature looks.
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Sean Scully’s Broadway Shuffle Sculpture in Dante Park

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The only negative thing about walking by this colorful and quite monumental stacked sculpture in the Lincoln Center neighborhood this past week is that my photos were captured on an overcast day –which definitely does the sculpture a disservice.
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Broadway Betting: The Rise of Theater-Themed Wagers in NYC

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New York City’s Broadway scene has long been a cornerstone of the city’s vibrant entertainment culture. Now, a new trend is emerging that combines the thrill of the stage with the excitement of wagering: Broadway betting. This niche market is captivating theater enthusiasts and gamblers alike, offering a unique way to engage with the Great White Way. Continue reading Broadway Betting: The Rise of Theater-Themed Wagers in NYC

Shark Attack Broadway Play!

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OK, I think that long-time readers can agree that I am always finding  unusually fun and freaky shark-related items to feature in this ongoing column which I affectionately refer to as Shark Attack. And just when I think it’s safe to look in my  mailbox, this shows up: Dun dun, dun dun, dun dun dun dun dun dun dun dun!  Shark Attack Broadway Play! Continue reading Shark Attack Broadway Play!