Friday, November 13, 2009

NYC Horror Film Festival

(November 18-November 22, 2009; Tribeca Cinema; 54 Varick St.; www.nychorrorfest.com)
The horror doesn’t stop simply because Halloween is over. The NYC Horror Film Festival keeps the fright alive with unsung tales of terror at Tribeca Cinemas. The films are a collection of short films as well as full length features that test hot waters with audiences. The Festival will also host an awards ceremony in the dark. Be sure to check out this spooky event, perfect for date night. Visit www.nychorrorfest.com for more details.

Juilliard School of Music Orchestra Fall Season

(October 2, 2009-May 20, 2010; Juilliard School; 60 Lincoln Center Plaza; New York, NY 10023; 212-799-5000; www.juilliard.edu)

The prestigious Juilliard School of Music is renowned for its amazing concert series and this year is no different. The 2009–2010 concert season begins on October 2nd and runs through May 20th and will include 12 performances, which are mostly free for the public, at four various locations around the west side of Manhattan. The performances will include Michael Tilson Thomas conducting Lang Lang, and a following February concert that showcases talents from student composers. San Francisco-based conductor Nicholas McGegan will begin the opening event on October 2 with a Mozart concerto, a Mendelssohn symphony and a Britten suite. Audience members may redeem free tickets for performances at Juilliard's box office beginning September 18., 2009. For more information visit www.juilliard.edu.

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

OnBoard NY Tour Video

The best way to see all New York City has to offer is to hop on the NY See It All! Tour, to take a look at some of the beautiful sights we cover, check out this video:
http://www.cityvideoguide.tv/VideoLinks/NYC-009-30747.html.

NY See the Foliage Tour


Check out news on our amazing "NY See The Foliage" Tour at The Epoch Times. For more information on this annually held tour, visit www.onboardnewyorktours.com or see the article here: http://www.theepochtimes.com/n2/content/view/24809/. We look forward to seeing you OnBoard!

Thursday, November 5, 2009

New York Comedy Festival 2009

(November 4-8, 2009)
The New York Comedy Festival in association with Comedy Central is a surefire way to start a hilarious week with impressive stand up acts from celebrity comedians and newbies alike. The lineup includes Dane Cook, Mario Cantone, Ricky Gervais, Bill Maher, Andy Samberg and many more. Tickets start at a mere $29 and comedic acts are presented in various venues all over New York City. Amongst the performances are also mini standup acts like “You Say Tomato, I Say Shut Up” and “Comedy Storytelling.”

American Beauty: Aesthetics and Innovation in Fashion

(November 6, 2009-April 10, 2010; Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology; 7th Avenue at 27th St.)
The American Beauty exhibit at FIT uses the intricate craftsmanship of pattern and dressmaking as inspiration to showcase the artistry and intense hard work that goes into high fashion pieces. The exhibit also reveals some favorite revolutionary designers including brand name gurus like Halston, Bonnie Cashin and Rodarte but also those that may be a little more obscure. The pieces and works displayed are meant to highlight the fashion-forward thoughts and innovative detailing present in the very clothing that we wear today.