The opening night of the Cafe Carlyle will feature the  debut of Tony Award winner (South Pacific) Paulo Szot beginning September 14th through September 25th, 2010.  “An Evening with Paulo Szot” will showcase the world-renowned baritone in a program of songs from the Great American Songbook, the worlds of Broadway and Jazz, as well as tunes from his native Brazil.  He will be accompanied by the Bob Albanese Trio.
   The Cafe Carlyle (The Carlyle Hotel) is located at 35 East 76th Street at Madison Ave.
   The two-week engagement plays Tuesdays through Fridays at 8:45pm and 10:45pm.  There is a $65 music charge ($40 bar)for the Tuesday-Thursday performances and a $75 music charge ($45, bar) for the Friday and Saturday performances.  Dinner (required) is served from 6:30pm.  For reservations call 212-744-1600. For additional information, visit www.thecarlyle.com.

by Diane Malone
Aug. 4, 2010

   The arrival of King Tut’s wooden chariot was unveiled yesterday, August 3rd., at the Discovery Times Square Exposition, in New York.  Exhibition designer Mark Lach was on hand and explained how the chariot almost didn’t make it to the exhibit due to its classification as a vehicle, henceforth, the transit authorities requiring the chariot get its own VIN number.  The installation of the boy king’s chariot marks the first time the chariot has traveled out of Egypt since it was discovered in 1922.  

   This sleeker wooden chariot, was one of six chariots discovered in the tomb of King Tut.  It is believed that its lighter unadorned wooden construction made this chariot the one of choice for hunting, battles, and other daily activities.  Furthermore, one of the tires on the wheels was a replacement made in ancient times, suggesting the frequent use by King Tut.  It has been suggested that the boy king fell from this chariot and that injury caused his death.  Several representations on the artifacts throughout the exhibit depicts King Tut in a chariot hunting or in battle.

   The “Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs” exhibit runs through January 2, 2011 before returning permanently to the Cairo Museum in Egypt. 

Photo: (c) Caroline P. Digonis 2010

by Metroway.com staff
15 June 2010

Editor’s pick

   The legendary rock and roll icon Pat Benatar has just released her much-anticipated memoir, Between A Heart And A Rock Place, which candidly details her rise to fame and personal experiences as she became the top selling female artists of all time.
   Pat Benatar, the four-time Grammy winner, holds the title of being the first female rocker on MTV.  During the 1980’s, her music was everywhere, with 19 Top 40 singles as well as six platinum and four gold albums under her belt.  She became the most powerful feminist rock voice of the 80′s with hits like “Heartbreaker,” “Hit Me With Your Best Shot,” “Fire and Ice,” “Love Is A Battlefield” and “Shadows Of The Night”.
   Pat Benatar is set to tour starting June 24th through August 27th with 21 cities scheduled so far with additional dates to be announced.  Pat Benatar will be joined by REO Speedwagon, another very popular 80’s act, for the ”Love On The Run” summer tour.  Visit www.benatar.com for additional information and concert updates.

 Photo: (c) Caroline P. Digonis 2010.  

Editor’s pick

Diana Ross

When: 
May 19th, 8:00 PM (Wednesday)
Where:
Radio City Music Hall
1260 Sixth Avenue
New York, NY 10020
(212) 247-4777
Price Range:
$54.50–$114.50

The one and only Diana Ross will bring her “More Today than Yesterday” tour to Radio City Music Hall on May 19.

The legendary icon will perform her greatest hits and pull out all the stops with breathtaking costumes and stage designs, along with a live string and horn section.

Diana Ross has had a profound influence on American popular culture and has become an icon in the entertainment industry. She is an Academy Award® nominated actress for her unforgettable role as Billie Holiday in “Lady Sings the Blues,” a Tony and Golden Globe® winner, a bestselling author, winner of 8 American Music Awards and a recipient of The Kennedy Center Honors. Her reputation as a woman of great style and beauty has put her on the covers of hundreds of magazines. Ms. Ross has sold over 100 million records and recorded 18 #1 hits. Her music became the sound of young America in the ’60s soon after she signed with Motown Records in 1961 with The Supremes. She embarked on her extraordinary solo career in 1970, and has not stopped since.

Diana Ross sings the soundtrack of our lives, a true music legend.

Additional information is available on Diana Ross’ official Facebook page www.facebook.com/dianaross.

Metroway.com staff
1 May 2010