Cole Porter

Museum Of The City Of New York Presents “People, Place, and Influence: The Collection At 100”

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Monday, October 2, 2023

“People, Place, and Influence is a testament to the enduring themes that have defined our museum over the last 100 years.

Key Points: 
  • “People, Place, and Influence is a testament to the enduring themes that have defined our museum over the last 100 years.
  • Also included: A look back at the history and founding of the Museum of the City of New York -- its role as the first city museum in the U.S. and the only museum dedicated to telling the story of New York.
  • The Museum is grateful to Barbara Jakobson for her visionary donation of these iconic tiles to our collection.
  • Curated by film programmer Jessica Green, the series offers a journey through New York City, decade by decade, over the last century.

MULTI-GRAMMY AWARD-WINNING ARTIST HARRY CONNICK JR. LAUNCHES METAVERSE COMMUNITY THE NEUTRAL GROUND

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Thursday, March 10, 2022

The name, The Neutral Ground, comes from the grassy divides (medians) where Harry would hang out as a kid.

Key Points: 
  • The name, The Neutral Ground, comes from the grassy divides (medians) where Harry would hang out as a kid.
  • In the metaverse, The Neutral Ground is a community created and architected by Harry himself.
  • Today, registration for this ground-breaking community experience opens up to everyone, and Harry is excited to introduce Piano Party, the first of many projects and experiences to come on The Neutral Ground.
  • In addition, participants who sign up for Piano Party will get fast-tracked, priority access to Harry's new community, The Neutral Ground.

Iconic Waldorf Astoria New York Launches 'Waldorf Stories' Website To Honor The History Of The World-Renowned Hotel

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Monday, September 27, 2021

NEW YORK, Sept. 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today the iconic Waldorf Astoria New York has launched Waldorf Stories, a brand-new website that will honor, document, and preserve the oral history of the world's most famous hotel through stories told by the people that lived them—the guests, visitors, and staff who have experienced special moments at the legendary building on Park Avenue. Waldorf Stories is an open call to the public to submit their personal memories to www.WaldorfStories.com, where select stories will be featured for the world to see and appreciate. A winning entry will be chosen and awarded the grand prize: a "Weekend at the Waldorf" for two: an opportunity to be one of the first guests to stay at the hotel when it reopens in 2023, including a VIP stay at the hotel with specially curated experiences.

Key Points: 
  • Waldorf Storiesis a celebration of the property's 90th Anniversary on Park Avenue, which is commemorated on October 1st the date the Waldorf Astoria opened in 1931.
  • "When we purchased the legendary Waldorf Astoria, we knew we were taking on the mantle of preserving its great history.
  • As part of the restoration, for the first time ever, Waldorf Astoria New York will offer private residences for purchase known as The Towers of the Waldorf Astoria .
  • For additional information on The Towers of the Waldorf Astoria, please visit www.waldorftowers.nyc or call 212.872.1200.

Iconic Waldorf Astoria New York Launches 'Waldorf Stories' Website To Honor The History Of The World-Renowned Hotel

Retrieved on: 
Monday, September 27, 2021

NEW YORK, Sept. 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today the iconic Waldorf Astoria New York has launched Waldorf Stories, a brand-new website that will honor, document, and preserve the oral history of the world's most famous hotel through stories told by the people that lived them—the guests, visitors, and staff who have experienced special moments at the legendary building on Park Avenue. Waldorf Stories is an open call to the public to submit their personal memories to www.WaldorfStories.com, where select stories will be featured for the world to see and appreciate. A winning entry will be chosen and awarded the grand prize: a "Weekend at the Waldorf" for two: an opportunity to be one of the first guests to stay at the hotel when it reopens in 2023, including a VIP stay at the hotel with specially curated experiences.

Key Points: 
  • Waldorf Storiesis a celebration of the property's 90th Anniversary on Park Avenue, which is commemorated on October 1st the date the Waldorf Astoria opened in 1931.
  • "When we purchased the legendary Waldorf Astoria, we knew we were taking on the mantle of preserving its great history.
  • As part of the restoration, for the first time ever, Waldorf Astoria New York will offer private residences for purchase known as The Towers of the Waldorf Astoria .
  • For additional information on The Towers of the Waldorf Astoria, please visit www.waldorftowers.nyc or call 212.872.1200.

Harry Connick, Jr. Announces New Album True Love: A Celebration Of Cole Porter

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Friday, August 9, 2019

1 jazz albums in the United States, and a music, film, television and Broadway career spanning three decades, Harry Connick, Jr. returns with a sensational new record, True Love: A Celebration of Cole Porter.

Key Points: 
  • 1 jazz albums in the United States, and a music, film, television and Broadway career spanning three decades, Harry Connick, Jr. returns with a sensational new record, True Love: A Celebration of Cole Porter.
  • "This is the first time I've taken a deep dive into another artist's repertoire, and Cole Porter was my #1 choice for the project.
  • His lyrics are witty and nuanced and he takes risks as a composer that I find appealing" Connick said.
  • Cole Porter's body of work, composed primarily for Broadway and Hollywood, comprises one of the central chapters in the Great American Songbook.