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Works By Tanya Minhas, Kathy Buist, Ryan T. Schmidt, And James Leonard On View At Bridgehampton-Based Gallery

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "This exhibit is a dynamic presentation of abstract and decorative art that has soothing and bold colors with a beautiful aesthetic that is geared towards designers and art collectors alike," remarked Andrea McCafferty, co-owner and co-director of The White Room Gallery.

Hugo Wolf's "Italian Songbook" Wrapping Up Music For Montauk's 2018 Programming

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "The songbook is like a Tour of Italy, it evokes the Tuscan countryside, with its Renaissance-arched church towers - Orvieto, Siena & Viterbo," reflected M4M's Miloš Repicky.

The Ultimate Eagles Tribute Band Headlining In The Hamptons

by T.J. Clemente
Live Music View - "Eaglemania is more than a tribute band, we are talented seasoned musicians and singers who love to entertain and share the good time we are having with our audiences," Kelly told us.

INTERVIEW: Artist Andrea Cote On The Radiance Project And The Multidisciplinary Project's Impact On The Hamptons

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "In the Radiance Project, the mandala, a symbol of unity, acts as a metaphor for all these distinct individuals weaving together to make a whole," said Andrea Cote. "It is from this place that new relationships are grown."

150 Years Of Hamptons Parties And Picnics On Display In East Hampton

by Olivia Rutigliano
In the Galleries - "The inspiration for the exhibition," said Chief Curator Richard Barons, "was that the East Hampton Historical Society is in possession of an extensive collection of period garments, but has never had an exhibit that focuses on our vast costume holdings; we sought to rectify this omission with a summer exhibition."

INTERVIEW: The Sixties Show Founder Craig O'Keefe Talks Music

by T.J. Clemente
Live Music View - "We do the great sixties songs note for note, with the guitars and amps of the era along with our multi-media and light show," Mr. O'Keefe noted.

INTERVIEW: Michael Dweck On Capturing The Magic Of Riverhead Raceway For "The Last Race"

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "What my work all has in common is the same theme - it's all stories about cultures that could be gone in a generation," Dweck told us.

INTERVIEW: Director Alex Winter On His Documentary About The Panama Papers, The Journalists That Broke The Shocking Story, And More

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "What we really have is a system that's constructed essentially to keep the poor and middle class from having the services and being able to excel," Winter told us.

Hamptons-Based Art Gallery Presenting "Hope Floats" Over Holiday Weekend

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "We love the water, we love art. It seems natural to put the two together," Patrick Mohundro reflected.

INTERVIEW: Hamptons International Film Festival's Anne Chaisson And David Nugent On Their Top Picks, This Year's Talent, And More

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "We are extremely, extremely proud of that," Chaisson told us about having 45 percent of the films featured come from women directors.

"Pick Of The Litter" Hamptons Screenings To Raise Awareness About Animal Adoption

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "We often forget the fact that our pets are an integral part of that community, they're family," noted Joshua Bracken.

Local Art Instructors Providing Insight During Autumn Critique

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "We are very fortunate to count on the talent and expertise of professional artists who teach through the summer at the Barge and can now offer practical and philosophical insight to artists wishing to receive guidance with regard to their artwork," Esperanza Leon reflected.

Get Ready To "Shut Up And Laugh!" With OFVS Veterans

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "The show will present our original Hamptons monologues, improv comedy featuring Joe Pallister and Kristen Lee Curcie, more surprises and special guests, and female impersonator/drag queen Danny Ximo of RaffaShow will present some funny and show-stopping numbers as well," Anita Boyer and Kasia Klimiuk noted.

Artist James Goldcrown Creates Love Heart Artwork For Elizabeth Arden Collaboration

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "Elizabeth Arden is an important part of my upbringing because my mum would always wear the Eight Hour cream," reflected artist James Goldcrown. "I'm working with a brand that I've known most of my life."

Southampton Arts & Culture Committee's Inaugural Day Tour To Visit Two Iconic Hamptons Sites

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "The Watermill Center is thrilled to be part of this inaugural tour of SHACC on the Road," Elka Rifkin shared.

Artist Stephen Wilson's New Work Brings Light To The Art Of Graffiti At Roman Fine Art

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "Art has always been with me - my early career, I was a musician- playing in band and also doing embroidery-design freelance work in the New York fashion industry," reflected Stephen Wilson.

Over 30 Complimentary Concerts To Take Place During Annual Sag Harbor American Music Festival

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "Walking around Sag Harbor, you are truly immersed in live music," Kelly C. Dodds shared.

"The Favourite" - Starring Emma Stone, Rachel Weisz, And Olivia Colman - To Be Featured As Hamptons International Film Festival Friday Centerpiece

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "We are proud to share the full lineup for this year's edition and have two of this year's most anticipated films, helmed by dynamic and exciting female characters, serve as our Centerpieces," said Anne Chaisson.

"A Conversation With" To Feature Actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, Director Damien Chazelle, And Actor/Director Emilio Estevez

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - The film industry veterans will share insight about their storied careers during the Festival's signature program.

INTERVIEW: Artist Susan Beallor-Snyder On Staying True To Yourself, Exploring Mediums, And More

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "I began working with natural manila rope in 2011 and feel I am still in the early stages of the possibilities of this material," remarked Susan Beallor-Snyder.

Divaria Productions Paying Homage To "Don Giovanni" In The Hamptons

by Olivia Rutigliano
Performing Arts - "With our show, we would like to challenge preconceived notions that people who have heard of Lorenzo da Ponte may have while simultaneously enticing audiences who are unfamiliar with opera and Da Ponte," Ashley Bell noted.

Joel Edgerton's "Boy Erased" To Close Out 26th Annual Hamptons International Film Festival

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "Garrard Conley's best-selling, autobiographical novel reveals the necessity of getting rid of programs whose mission is to change the identity of its subjects," Anne Chaisson noted.

30Squared's Annual Exhibition To Wrap Up 2018 Season At Hamptons-Based Museum

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "My work is a gesture meant to convey what made me look at that subject, what I saw and what I felt on that day," said the artist.

INTERVIEW: Mike Solomon On Alfonso Ossorio, The Creeks, And More

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "He was a collector of Pollock's work and de Kooning, and beyond that almost every artist that worked in the Hamptons in the '50s/'60s and even later," Solomon told us.

Traveling Film Festival Featuring Documentary Shorts Screening In The Hamptons

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "We are thrilled to host Asha Stuart, Director of Lost Tribe of Africa and JaBig, subject of Escape who rode 17,000 kilometers on his bicycle from Montreal to the Arctic Ocean," Elyn Kronemeyer reflected.

2018 North Fork TV Festival Schedule

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - The North Fork TV Festival will offer screenings, an actors and showrunners panel, soiree honoring Bridget Moynahan, conversation with Aida Turturro and more.

Grammy Nominated Musician To Perform During Hamptons "Jazz On The Terrace" Series

by Olivia Rutigliano
Live Music View - "I'm delighted to welcome Hector Martignon back to the Parrish with another world class concert on the Terrace," shared Corinne Erni,

Local Author To Discuss Sag Harbor Whaling Captain During HarborFest Weekend

by Olivia Rutigliano
The Bookshelf - "Captain Henry Green was an ordinary man who lived an extraordinary life. Remarkably the man had ties to the infamous slave ship the Amistad and the California Gold Rush," said the author.

HarborFest Weekend To Bring All Star Comedy And Bob Dylan Tribute Band To Sag Harbor-Based Theater

by Olivia Rutigliano
Main Articles - "We're so happy to have this weekend's talented musicians and comedians returning to Bay Street," Tracy Mitchell shared.

Damien Chazelle's "First Man" Starring Ryan Gosling And Claire Foy To Make East Coast Premiere In The Hamptons

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "We are delighted to bring a dynamic mix of international stories to this year's festival from both returning filmmakers and new voices in cinema," noted David Nugent.

Alan Alda To Receive The Dick Cavett Artistic Champion Award During Hamptons International Film Festival

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "Alan Alda is one of those now rare actors who in his career continues to distinguish himself on Broadway, in films and on television," said HIFF Co-Chairman Alec Baldwin.

The Victor D'Amico Institute Of Art's "Artists Speak" To Wrap Up With Peter Spacek

by Olivia Rutigliano
Art News - "Join me to talk about the art of the line, the simple power of the pen, and the process of turning a thought into an image that says something interesting!" Spacek encourages.

Hamptons-Based "Artists Love Movies" Series Continues With "Spirited Away"

by Olivia Rutigliano
On The Screen - Hayao Miyazaki's Spirited Away is one of the most successful titles out of Japanese animation house Studio Ghibli.

Michele Dragonetti's "Boat Hull" Series To Return To Roman Fine Art

by Olivia Rutigliano
In the Galleries - "The show will feature primarily more recent work, mostly taken in the last year," Dragonetti explained.

INTERVIEW: Artist Dalton Portella On "Inside Out" At Boo-Hooray Summer Rental And More

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "The abstracts are about bringing my experience and inner emotions to the surface while exploring form color and composition," Portella told us.

Over 100 Works To Be Displayed During Hamptons-Based Artists Association's Annual Labor Day Art Show

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "We have 40 members taking part of this show and there will be oils, acrylics, mixed media, sculptures and photography," noted Danielle Leef.

Westhampton Beach Festival Of The Arts To Return Over Labor Day Weekend

by Olivia Rutigliano
In the Galleries - "Once again, we welcome you to come explore art, in its myriad forms," Ron Mellot noted. "Partake of that sense of appreciation and wonderment of what these talented artisans have created."

"Hamilton" Star Mandy Gonzalez Headlining Final Music Mondays Of The Season

by Olivia Rutigliano
Performing Arts - Known for her role in Hamilton, Mandy was called "one of the greatest singers on Earth" by Lin-Manuel Miranda.

Lena Dunham And Laurie Simmons Attending "My Art" Hamptons Screening

by Olivia Rutigliano
On The Screen - My Art is Simmons' directorial debut.

INTERVIEW: "Crazy Rich Asians" Star, Victoria Loke, Talks About The Feature Film, Making History, Philanthropy, And More

by Sydney A. Braat
On The Screen - "One of the biggest things was how quickly the cast bonded. We knew that this was going to be a big group effort and we needed a strong bond. We were all uniting with the goal of making a really incredible film," reflected Victoria Loke of Crazy Rich Asians.

INTERVIEW: William "Billy" Keane Of The Whiskey Treaty Roadshow On The Band's Start, Cayuga Sound Music Festival, And More

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - "The Whiskey Treaty Roadshow actually began as The Whiskey Treaty Festival, a local Western Massachusetts event," noted Keane.

Ballets With A Twist Bringing "Cocktail Hour: The Show" To The Hamptons

by Olivia Rutigliano
Performing Arts - Ballets with a Twist was lauded for "blasting the boundaries between high art and entertainment" by "The Huffington Post."

East Hampton Food Pantry Screening "Moana" During Free Movie Night

by Olivia Rutigliano
On The Screen - "100 percent of what we raise from donations and food sales will go to stocking the shelves of the East Hampton Food Pantry," Darius Narizzano, Board Member East Hampton Food Pantry, explained.

Maggie Gyllenhaal And Rupert Everett Amongst The Many Stars To Attend The 26th Annual Hamptons International Film Festival

by Sydney A. Braat
Hamptons International Film Festival - "To be able to include so many completed feature films from our prestigious Screenwriters Lab is truly a dream come true, especially for our opening night," said Anne Chaisson.

14 Artists' Studios Opening To The Public During Annual ARTSI Tour

by Olivia Rutigliano
In the Galleries - "The most important thing about the ARTSI open studio event is that it allows our art to be seen, which is what every artist strives for. It's also a great way to see where and how artist's create their works. And, it's fun and a great excuse to visit Shelter Island." said spokesperson, Liz Hartman.

Over 70 Artists Participating In Juried Fine Art Show In Montauk

by Olivia Rutigliano
In the Galleries - "We encourage people find time in their schedules to come be a part of this wonderful art event in Montauk," said Ron Mellot. "It is more than simply an 'event', or an exploration of what people create in the myriad forms, styles and art mediums that have become their lives as artisans."

Architect And Art Collector Peter Marino To Open Public Art Foundation In Southampton At Former Rogers Memorial Library Site

by Eileen Casey
Art News - "We intend to restore 11 Jobs Lane to its original purpose," Marino told Hamptons.com.

Alec Baldwin And Hilaria Baldwin On The Importance Of Libraries, Geraldo Rivera Reveals His Most Gratifying Story, Lee Child Shares An Unexpected Jack Reacher Plot Twist, And Other Lessons We Learned At "Authors Night"

by Nicole Barylski
The Bookshelf - "I don't want to look down that dark tunnel ever again," Alec Baldwin told us when we asked if there was plans for a follow up to You Can't Spell America Without Me: The Really Tremendous Inside Story of My Fantastic First Year as President Donald J. Trump (A So-Called Parody).

The Art Barge's "Artists Speak" Summer Series To Welcome Audrey Flack

by Olivia Rutigliano
The Bookshelf - "She is an artist who has defied expectations and norms while remaining intensely connected with the history of art, particularly the Renaissance and Baroque periods. This and the humanist representation of women throughout her work will guide our conversation," noted Esperanza Leon.

Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre To Present "Green Afternoon VI" In East Hampton

by Olivia Rutigliano
Performing Arts - "Amanda Selwyn is a master at illustrating the symbiosis of sound and movement, the romance of motion and emotion - she had me laughing, crying, cringing and gasping all in the short 55-minute production," said Inside New York.

INTERVIEW: Artist Taylor Slater On "One Ocean -- Seven Strawless Seas" - Her First Solo Show, Partnering With Lonely Whale, And More

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "I hope everyone really feels the tranquility they'd feel if they were watching a shore-break on the beach or diving underwater to discover a coral reef," Slater told us.

East End Creekside Concerts Wraps Up With Flatt Lonesome

by Olivia Rutigliano
Live Music View - "This energetic young Bluegrass band is showing no signs of slowing down with the release of their new album Silence in These Walls, the group has found a way to euphorically blend contemporary and traditional bluegrass sounds into a masterful blend of original and covers songs," Kim Folk noted.

Maria Bacardi To Host Screening Of "Cuban Food Stories" As Part Of Sag Harbor Cinema's "Artists Love Movies"

by Olivia Rutigliano
On The Screen - "I chose this film because it is a loving ode to Cuban ingenuity and flavor," said artist and host Maria Bacardi.

Hamptons "Jazz On The Terrace" Series To Welcome Phiippe Lemm and Riche Siegler

by Olivia Rutigliano
Live Music View - "I welcome these local and international jazz masters for more summer tunes on the terrace," said Corinne Erni, Curator of Special Projects.

Highly Anticipated Hamptons Summer Lecture Series To Feature Playwright, Harvard Professor, Poet, And More

by Olivia Rutigliano
Art News - "The joy of the Summer Lecture Series is bringing in a diverse range of voices from the arts and humanities to engage with the local community," Elka Rifkin, Director of The Watermill Center, said. "We love that the program, now in it's fifteenth year, gives thinkers and visionaries an opportunity to share ideas with the young and emerging artists in our International Summer Program, as well as the local East End community."

"Ready To Open" Series Marks South Korean Artist CHO Yea Jae's U.S. Debut

by Olivia Rutigliano
In the Galleries - "Impressionism and the abstract embody a mad woman at work, common images take on humorous narratives, opposites attract and the metaphorical space between the real and imagined leaps off the canvas in Beyond," said Kat O'Neill, Co-Owner/Co-Director.

Director Of Pollock-Krasner House And Study Center Helen A. Harrison's Newest Book "An Accidental Corpse" Explores Pollock Car Crash

by Eileen Casey
The Bookshelf - "Perhaps the most shocking thing I found out is that East Hampton had only one policeman when the force was established," Harrison told us.

INTERVIEW: Sheila Rogers On East Hampton Library's "Authors Night," Founding Honorary Chair Alec Baldwin, And More

by Nicole Barylski
The Bookshelf - "It's a lot of different genres for a lot of different tastes and that's what makes it so wonderful," Rogers told Hamptons.com.

Interns At Hamptons-Based Theater Producing "Obama-ology"

by Olivia Rutigliano
Performing Arts - "The centerpiece of this newly enhanced program is a production that is completely created and run by our intern company," explained Scott Schwartz.

Week-Long Classical Music Summer Concert Series Kicking Off With Grammy-Award Winning Bassist Pedro Giraudo

by Olivia Rutigliano
Live Music View - "This program is inspired by the idyllic setting of Fort Pond House - a perfect real world embodiment of the French Fęte galante painting style," Lilah Gosman said about Fętes Galantes.

Hamptons Summer Theater Review: "Evita" At Bay Street Theater

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - The show is a wonderful, magical, musical experience. Perhaps the best musical production on the East End ever!

INTERVIEW: Opera Great Rose Kingsley On Bringing "An Evening Of Andrew Lloyd Webber" To The Hamptons

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "The second half we do it's kind of like a mini version of Phantom," Kingsley told us.

Ashawagh Hall Hosting Invitational Artists Exhibition And Fisherman's Fair This August

by Olivia Rutigliano
In the Galleries - "There's going to be over 100 artists displaying their pieces at the historical Ashawagh Hall," noted Carol Mohlenhoff.

Author Brooke Kroeger To Discuss "The Suffragents" At East End-Based Historical Society

by Olivia Rutigliano
The Bookshelf - Praise for the book include Kirikus Reviews who called it, "A vigorous, readable revisitation of the events of a century and more ago but with plenty of subtle lessons in the book for modern-day civil rights activities, too."

Jonah Freeman And Justin Lowe's "There Is Something Wrong With The Stenographer" Coming To Montauk

by Olivia Rutigliano
In the Galleries - "I have been astonished, perplexed and enlightened by Jonah Freeman and Justin Lowe for years," said Johan Kugelberg.

"Evita" To Debut With "Pay What You Can" Performance

by Olivia Rutigliano
Performing Arts - "Ever since joining Bay Street as Artistic Director, I have dreamt of bringing the brilliant musical Evita to our stage," noted Bay Street Theater Artistic Director Scott Schwartz.

INTERVIEW: Isaac Mizrahi On Performing In The Hamptons For The First Time, Musical Inspirations, And More

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "I haven't sung in the Hamptons, so there's a whole new level of stage fright," told us.

Fab Faux, Beatles Tribute Band, Celebrates 20 Years With Two Shows At WHBPAC

by Olivia Rutigliano
Performing Arts - Rolling Stone senior editor David Fricke wrote "The Faux invigorate the artistry of even the Beatles' most intricate studio masterpieces with top chops and Beatlemaniac glee."

The Leiber Collection Hosting Special Celebration In Honor Of Judith And Gerson

by Olivia Rutigliano
In the Galleries - "The collection will have several hundred Judith Leiber bags and about a dozen Gerson Leiber paintings," said Jeffrey Sussman.

2nd Annual "Comedy For A Cause" Gala To Feature Felicia Madison, Jessica Kirson, And Maureen Langan

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "This event, like most of my events, will have you leaving in a good mood and feeling good about life, not only because you had a great big belly laugh but also because you are helping children around the world deal with their diabetes and hopefully find a cure for this debilitating disease," reflected Felicia Madison.

Epic Two-Year Quest For Waves Featured In Upcoming Hamptons Surf Movie Night

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "Surf Movie Night is a great opportunity for members of the community to come out and enjoy a night with fellow ocean-lovers," Colleen Henn noted.

Brooklyn-Based Artist, Andrew Brischler, Exhibiting Work At Madoo Conservancy

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "The buildings and gardens are so magical, so evocative, and so otherworldly; seeing my work in this space has brought an entirely new dimension to my practice," reflected Brischler.

INTERVIEW: NY Women's Surf Film Festival And Lava Girl Surf Founder, Davina Grincevicius, Emphasizes Importance Of Women In Surf

by Sydney A. Braat
On The Screen - "Women, as in most arenas, simply do not get the recognition they deserve in surfing," Grincevicius told Hamptons.com. "More and more women are breaking down barriers, but we still have a long way to go until women are treated equally within the surf industry and in the water."

INTERVIEW: Emerging Artist Stephen Wilson On Gaining Hamptons Traction After Market Art + Design

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "For Market Art + Design I chose to showcase works from my ongoing Luxury series, where I rework the idea of found object assemblage, utilizing designer boxes and packaging as the canvas," said artist Stephen Wilson.

Broadway Star To Perform In The Hamptons

by Olivia Rutigliano
Live Music View - "Everything started for me from music as a kid. It is my first love," said Max von Essen.

Everyday Kitchen Utensil "Causing A Stir" In The Hamptons

by Olivia Rutigliano
In the Galleries - "Every day offers myriad choices. An empty spoon eloquently represents the beginning of the creative process and the potential to imagine limitless possibilities," Patti Grabel said.

Skrapper Studio To Host "Via East Hampton"

by Olivia Rutigliano
In the Galleries - "It will be an ambitious mix of beautiful, handmade women's bags, photography, incredible drone footage and paintings," explained artist William Quigley.

INTERVIEW: Steven Fales On "Confessions Of A Mormon Boy" - Revisited, Faith, The Healing Process, And More

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "It was like being burned at the stake, in a way," Fales said about being excommunicated.

INTERVIEW: Dancers For Good Co-Producer Eric Gunhus On Honoring Chita Rivera, Bebe Neuwirth, The 2018 Performance, And More

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "It's just an unbelievable opportunity to see multiple styles of dance from all disciplines in the Hamptons," Gunhus told us.

Bridgehampton Chamber Music Festival Celebrating 35 Years In The Hamptons

by Olivia Rutigliano
Live Music View - "By celebrating our 35th Season through the lens of 'Destination America,' we put a spotlight on works both the familiar and new, and reinforce the idea of America as a place where creativity thrives, and is indeed improved, by a coming together of cultures," said BCMF Executive Director Michael Lawrence.

Three Local Legends Headlining Upcoming East End Creekside Concert

by Olivia Rutigliano
Live Music View - "July 15 will be an epic night of local legends," said Tracy McCarthy.

Parrish Art Museum To Present A Duo Of Multicultural Dance Groups This Month

by Olivia Rutigliano
Performing Arts - "We are delighted that—through our ongoing partnerships with S.Y.A., S.T.A.R., and BHCCRC—these performances will reach hundreds of local children not only at the Parrish, but throughout our community," said Parrish Education Director Cara Conklin-Wingfield.

Kelly Ripa And Mark Consuelos Producing TV Drama About The Hamptons

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - The one-hour drama for Freeform is based on Jasmin Rosemberg's 2008 book How the Other Half Hamptons.

Sammy Davis Jr. Documentary And Films Starring Charlize Theron, Claire Danes, Robert Pattinson And Jim Parsons Featured In Hamptons Summer Film Series

by Olivia Rutigliano
On The Screen - The Wall Street Journal said A Kid Like Jake was "A daring drama with a heavyweight cast, a gracefully delivered message and a hellish problem — specifically, other people."

Upstairs Art Fair Presenting Second Hamptons Iteration This July

by Olivia Rutigliano
In the Galleries - "Interesting what a difference one season can make with Art Hamptons fading out and Upstairs Art Fair along with The Bridge filling the void," said Bill Powers.

18th Annual Art In The Park Festival To Return To Agawam In July

by Olivia Rutigliano
In the Galleries - "There truly is something for everyone at this fine art show. It is a great time to come to the Village, stroll in our park and check out the Village restaurants," SAA Board member Danielle Leef explained. "Come and meet the artists and support local fine art."

Hamptons "Summer Of Spielberg" To Launch Over 4th Of July Weekend

by Olivia Rutigliano
Hamptons International Film Festival - "SAC board member Elyn Kronemeyer and I had both seen the 2017 Spielberg documentary by Susan Lacy and collectively came up with the idea to focus solely on Steven's films, recalling that previous screenings of his classics in summer's past have always been audience favorites," said Amy Kirwin.

The Choral Society Of The Hamptons To Showcase "Carmina Burana"

by Olivia Rutigliano
Live Music View - The chorus will lead the audience through the this piece of fortune's fickleness, the ephemeral nature of life and the joy of the return on spring. Music director and conductor Mark Mangini calls the evocation "a real trip."

Southampton "Concerts In The Park" Series Launching Over Holiday Week

by Olivia Rutigliano
Live Music View - The popular series welcomes a talented lineup to Agawam Park and Cooper's Beach.

INTERVIEW: Author Cristina Alger On "The Banker's Wife," Her Hamptons Book Tour, Next Novel, And More

by Nicole Barylski
The Bookshelf - "My interest in offshore banking was the catalyst," Alger told us about "The Banker's Wife."

INTERVIEW: Richard Barons On The Thomas & Mary Nimmo Moran Studio's Renovation, The Artists' East End Impact, And More

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "The biggest challenge probably was the deteriorated condition of the building," Barons told us.

Hamptons Summer Theater Review: "Frost/Nixon" At Bay Street Theater

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - The show is a triumphant summer hit for Bay Street Theater.

4th Of July Week In Amagansett To Bring "Barge-In" Programming

by Olivia Rutigliano
Art News - "This summer season began with an invitation for all to take a look… take a class," said Christopher Kohan.

A.J. Finn To Launch 2018 East End-Based "Conversations With Authors" Series

by Olivia Rutigliano
The Bookshelf - "I am happy to say four of these best-selling authors have East End ties and the press for these books has been fantastic!" shared Selina Pasca

80 Top Galleries From Around The World To Be Represented At Hamptons Art Market + Design

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "Market Art + Design 2018 is absolutely a can't miss event of the Hamptons summer season," said Kelly Freeman, Director.

Hamptons-Based Historical Society Holding Caribbean-Themed Cocktail Party

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "We invite the public to come celebrate the start of the summer season in Caribbean style with the delicious fare the Caribbean offers, while enjoying our 2nd Annual Caribbean Art Exhibition," said Audrey Gaines.

The Past And Present Of Artist Keith Sonnier To Be Explored In The Hamptons This Summer

by Olivia Rutigliano
In the Galleries - "I have found that it is often during the most challenging times of our lives, outside of any comfort system we may have developed to protect ourselves, is where our survival instinct kicks in and directs us to gain energy and direction from our personal reservoir of existence," noted Tripoli Patterson.

Hamptons Music Monday Series To Feature Jackie Hoffman's "From Broadway To Bay Street"

by Lee Fryd
Performing Arts - "I was a rude, ugly, boring child," Jackie Hoffman says on stage, "and if you think I'm self-loathing now, you're lucky you didn't see the one woman show I did when I was five!"

Hamptons Pre-Fourth Of July Concert To Support Amagansett Life-Saving Station

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "It's gratifying both personally and professionally to be able to contribute to the Amagansett Life-Saving Station by giving this benefit performance," said Deborah Carmichael.

INTERVIEW: Sandra Bernhard On Causing "Sandemonium" In The Hamptons

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "It's always great to be out in the Hamptons during the summer," Bernhard told us.

Free Montauk Concerts On The Village Green And At Gosman's Dockside Stage In The Harbor To Launch In June

by Olivia Rutigliano
Live Music View - "Special events organized by the chamber and business sponsors to help underwrite them such as this annual free summer concert series drive visitation and the Montauk economy and add vitality to the community," says Laraine Creegan, executive director of the Chamber.

Local Musician Celebrating Album Release By Giving Out Free Copies Of New CD At Hamptons Concert

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "Lately it seems like all of our lives are stretched like a rubber band…this music has been good medicine," Inda Eaton reflected.

The White Room Gallery's "Balancing Act" Kicking Off With Summer Solstice Summer Kick Off Party

by Olivia Rutigliano
In the Galleries - "My artistic passion involves revealing the unique beauty found in the most simple moments and places," John Mazlish.

The Sea And Sky Meet At Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum

In the Galleries - "The original theme was a multidimensional show," said Michael Butler.

Aida Turturro, Ellen Dolan, Florencia Lozano, Ava DeMary, And More To Star In One Night Only The Neo-Political Cowgirls Production

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "When women help women, great shifts occur," Mueth reflected. "It is not always easy or convenient, but this help will always create change for the better."

Classical Music Festival To Offer Three Months Worth Of Hamptons Programming

by Olivia Rutigliano
Live Music View - "An important goal of Pianofest is to bring together young musicians and audiences to develop and maintain music appreciation and high musical standards," said director Paul Schenly.

"Everyday Monet" - A Perfect Book For The Hamptons

by T.J. Clemente
The Bookshelf - "If Claude Monet we're alive today, there is no doubt he would be seen with a glass of rosé, and easel trying to catch the light as it bounced off the beautiful bays of the Hamptons," said author Aileen Bordman.

Eliot Zigmund Headlining First "Jazz On The Terrace" Of 2018

by Olivia Rutigliano
Live Music View - "I am very pleased to welcome Eliot Zigmund —an extraordinary talent in the jazz world—to the Parrish," said Corinne Erni, Curator of Special Projects.

Performance Art Guaranteed To Engage The Senses Coming To The Hamptons

by Ashley Mantrana
In the Galleries - "Expect the unexpected and prepare for contagious passion that will uplift and move you," said Kate March.

June Hamptons PechaKucha To Feature Reiki Master, Artists, And More

by Olivia Rutigliano
Performing Arts - "We're thrilled to present another exciting group of creatives at PechaKucha, the East End's prime talent show," said Corinne Erni, Senior Curator of ArtsReach and Special Projects.

Shawn Heinrichs' "Light On Shadow" Offers A Unique Connection Between Art And Conservancy

by Anastasia Lennon
In the Galleries - "In my imagery, in my storytelling, in my conservation work that's where I start and I try to plant that seed because just maybe that one person in that room will get up, transform their lives, and become the next ambassadors for the change that we so desperately need," said Heinrichs.

"Artists Speak" Series Returning To Amagansett

by Olivia Rutigliano
Art News - "We are pleased to continue the Artists Speak series of intimate talks with distinguished artists begun in the early 80s. Our inaugural talk this season is with Judith Hudson who will engage in a lively dialogue on art and social issues with fellow artist Lucy Winton," said Esperanza Leon, administrative coordinator at The Art Barge.

Hamptons Theater Review: "Fellow Travelers" Is A Hit At Bay Street

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - Fellow Travelers is a hit because it is a great script that comes to life with excellent acting and wonderful directing.

A Look At Life At Sylvester Manor During The 19th Century Opens 2018 Exhibitions

by Olivia Rutigliano
In the Galleries - "As a life long photographer and professionally as a photo editor and photo historian, the discoveries I have made at Sylvester Manor have delighted me," Donnamarie Barnes shared. "From the basement to the attic, I've found photographs that range from Daguerreotypes to Polaroids."

Former Long Island Poet Of The Year Founds Hamptons-Based Poetry Academy

by Eileen Casey
Art News - "We hope inspiration among the beauty of the Halsey property and the house itself will contribute to the workshop poems by participants who will be given the opportunity to have their works performed at monthly readings," Tammy Nuzzo-Morgan stated.

"Magical Realism" Comes To East Hampton

by Olivia Rutigliano
In the Galleries - "Shimon Okshteyn, a barometer of our time, points to aesthetic beauty, technical brilliance, and the narrative of art history as the building blocks of his life and art. In the mode of big bold painters, the work of Shimon Okshteyn astounds," Adam Umbach reflected.

An East End "Songwriter Showcase" In Support Of Maureen's Haven To Wrap Up Local Concert Series

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - The final concert of the season is always a little bitter sweet," said series founder, Nancy Remkus. "It has been another great series and we have so appreciated the support of our musicians and our audiences. I have so enjoyed meeting everyone that comes in the door to support local charities and our musicians."

Hamptons Theater Review: Hampton Theatre Company's "Don't Dress For Dinner"

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - This production of Don't Dress For Dinner is absolutely what local theater is totally about - a great live show that gives you the highest level of entertainment.

Reminisce About "The Good Old Days" With "Pastime/Time Passed"

by Olivia Rutigliano
In the Galleries - "I find it interesting that both artists, in their own way, slightly subvert our romanticized ideas of the past," Damien Roman said.

Hamptons-Based Artists Association To Exhibit Over 50 Artists During Memorial Day Show

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "This fine art show includes local artists whose works range in photography, oils, acrylics, watercolors, mixed media and sculptures," Danielle Leef shared.

"I Know What You Did Last Summer" To Launch Boo-Hooray Summer Rental's 2018 Season In Montauk

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "We had such a great response last season, that we wanted to expand to this new location," Johan Kugelberg explained.

Shawn Heinrichs' "Light On Shadow" To Make World Premiere At Southampton Arts Center

by Anastasia Lennon
In the Galleries - "Art is my passion, conservation is my purpose, and for me the two are inseparable," said Shawn Heinrichs, who founded the Blue Sphere Foundation.

French Bedroom Comedy, "Don't Dress For Dinner," Coming To Quogue Community Hall

by Olivia Rutigliano
Performing Arts - "This bawdy bedroom farce offers two rib-tickling, hilarious hours of theater," said Terry Brennan

"Velocity Games" Brings Motion And Color To Sag Harbor

by Olivia Rutigliano
In the Galleries - "Both (artists) have been working in series that are related to motion, so when I was thinking of a name for the show, 'Velocity Games' came to mind," Sara Nightingale said.

Marilyn Monroe, Arthur Miller, And Elia Kazan's Dynamic Explored In New Play Premiering In The Hamptons

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "This play is about giants of the stage and screen, larger than life personalities who made great art and a great impact on our American culture," shared Scott Schwartz.

Montauk Memorial Day Weekend Art Show On The Green Celebrating 10th Anniversary

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "Each of our art events is about helping you to explore not just the wondrously creative visions and talents of the artists, but something in you, in each of us, during the process of that discovery," said Ron Mellot.

The Victor D'Amico Institute Of Art To Open With Tribute To Its Founders

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "This year our invitation to the public is to 'take a look… take a class,'" shared Chris Kohan, President of The Victor D'Amico Institute of Art.

Ryan Steadman To Exhibit Abstractions Inspired By Literary Works During Solo Show At Hamptons-Based Gallery

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "I was thinking about loving these dead mediums, and it's a word that literally means 'medium' or one who is able to speak to the dead. In that sense, I do feel like I'm trying to translate these art forms to people," the artist said about Necromancer.

Music Mania Coming To "The End" During Annual Montauk Music Festival - Rain Or Shine

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "We selected about a 100 different acts and we're doing 455 shows in the four days," Ken Giustino told us.

Robin Williams And Flynn McGarry Documentaries To Be Screened During Hamptons International Film Festival's "SummerDocs"

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "Over the last decade we have captivated audiences with some of the most incredible storytelling, noted Alec Baldwin, who is a Co-Chairman of the Hamptons International Film Festival.

Hamptons-Based Gallery To Fête Winners Of Online Juried Contest In "Positive Space"

by Olivia Rutigliano
In the Galleries - "The world is a blank canvas waiting to be painted and I can see all of the possibilities in my mind's eye," Gitlitz said.

18 Artists To Be Featured In 2018 "Hamptons Juried Art Show" Presented By RJD Gallery And The Retreat

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "We hope to raise awareness and funding for an essential and worthy non-profit," Richard Demato explained.

New Docudrama To Follow Sag Harbor's LCpl. Jordan Haerter And Cpl. Jonathan Yale's Courageous Last Stand

by Anastasia Lennon
On The Screen - "You should take them as an inspiration to be that person in your everyday life," says DeFour about Lance Cpl. Jordan Haerter and Cpl. Jonathan Yale. "What they did embodied what every Marine would hope to give forth."

"Unravelled Beauty" To Take Center Stage At The Spur

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "By partnering with different spaces, we are able to experiment with a range of curatorial styles while exposing a broader community to a diverse range of artists and works of contemporary art, design and creative expression," Kelcey Edwards noted.

Long Island-Based Portraits Program Shines A Spotlight On Local Shelter Animals

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "My goal is to connect community members, ranging from children to seniors, with their local animal shelter," Theresa Maritato explained.

Pierson Students Bring Sag Harbor Into Focus In New Art Show

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "These kids are really super smart and if their work is any indication, they're going to have a great panel because they have a lot of complexity going on in the imagery that I've seen so far," said April Gornik.

Music For Montauk Presenting "Bach To Brazil" And A Spring Awakening Over Mother's Day Weekend

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "Bach is the core of western musical culture; everything connects to Bach," M4M's Miloš Repicky reflected. "To take these connections to South America, with its own sounds and rhythms, is to merge worlds and unify cultures in a gorgeous way."

Spring Performing Arts Festival To Return To Southampton Cultural Center Over Mother's Day Weekend

by Anastasia Lennon
Performing Arts - "We were delighted to see such enthusiastic support for our festival last year, and judging from the responses so far, this year's event will be no different," said Kirsten Lonnie.

Caroline Doctorow Launching The Bridgehampton Museum's 2018 "Summer Songs: The Great American Songbook...And Other Stories" Series

by Anastasia Lennon
Live Music View - "This series is a sort of celebration of the 35 years I've been playing music professionally," said Caroline Doctorow.

The Art Of Tap And An Unforgettable Vaudeville Cabaret Coming To Guild Hall For One Weekend Only

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "The show aims to introduce people to the incredible world of tap from its historical roots to its many offshoots in the hopes to continue to spread the love and appreciation of this wonderful artistic dance style," Anita Boyer and Kasia Klimiuk said.

Crush Curatorial Is Back In The Hamptons

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "There is an overwhelming amount of singularly strong artists that also work tirelessly to promote and advocate for other artists in New York City and the East End," noted Karen Hesse Flatow.

Expect Maximum Rhythm 'n' Twang During Gene Casey's Songwriters Share For The Turtle Rescue Of The Hamptons

by Anastasia Lennon
Live Music View - "I look at this concert as just a celebration of perseverance and sticking to your guns. we basically love what we do and that's why we do it - out of the love," says Gene Casey.

Hamptons Theater Review: "The Miracle Worker" Leaves A Lasting Impression

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - I must admit I could not leave my seat for ten minutes after the show because of the power of what I saw.

INTERVIEW: Scott Schwartz Discusses Title Wave At Bay Street, The Inspiring New Works Festival Lineup, And More

by Anastasia Lennon
Performing Arts - "It was so humbling to get to choose between so many excellent new works and to see what wonderful plays and musicals are being created around the country and by local writers on the East End," says Bay Street Theater's Artistic Director, Scott Schwartz.

Cinco de Mayo "Live From SAC" To Feature Special Tango Performance Featuring Sandra Antognazzi And Walter Perez

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "LIVE from SAC is continuing its series with a melting pot of South American, Caribbean and Jazz music - with a live dance performance," Claes Brondal shared. "These elements are choreographed and arranged into a multi sensory experience."

Artists Alliance Of East Hampton's 2018 Season Launching With "Spring Members Show"

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "We are excited to have welcomed a good number of new members exhibiting with us for the first time," Anahi DeCanio said.

Boots On The Ground's Latest Production, William Gibson's "The Miracle Worker," Coming To Southampton Cultural Center

by Anastasia Lennon
Performing Arts - "As a child, I saw the movie featuring Patty Duke and Anne Bancroft and was haunted by their story," said the play's producer, Bonnie Grice. "Later I had the honor of interviewing Bancroft, who confided that the role of Annie Sullivan was her favorite and, I knew at that moment, I had to bring the play to life."

Tripoli Gallery's "Love Isabela: A Puerto Rico Fundraiser" Continues With Part 2 - A Send-off Event And Clothing Drive

by Anastasia Lennon
In the Galleries - "When you put love out into the world, it's breathtaking how much of it you get in return," reflected gallery owner Tripoli Patterson. "As we gear up for another fun summer out East, let's not forget that Puerto Rico is still in need."

Artists Gustavo Bonevardi, Darlene Charneco, María Schön, And Aurelio Torres Highlighted In "Line, Colour, Form: Place"

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "The synergy between art, design, architecture and real estate is stronger than ever," said Christopher Burnside.

"Coppelia" Returning To Guild Hall This Spring

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "Come support this wonderful group of dancers as they transport you to a beautiful village in the height of spring!" Sara Jo Strickland encourages.

Dante Nero, Erica Spera, And Max May Headlining Hamptons All Star Stand Up Comedy Show

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "We have one of our best lineups yet," host Joseph Vecsey said.

Claire Watson Featured In First Solo Exhibition At Amagansett's Ille Arts

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - Watson's sculpture concerns "the transformation of found objects that resonate with imagined histories, and that embody transient notions of gender, utility and fashion of their place in time."

Monthly Hamptons Paint Night Gives Back To The Bays

by Anastasia Lennon
Art News - "As a local restaurant that appreciates the town in which we live and our proximity to the beautiful waters that are so much a part of Long Island's DNA, we believe it is so important to give back locally to not only help improve our community, but also its gorgeous waterways," explained Rachel Hersh.

Cold Chocolate Headlining Spring Concert At Shelter Island's Sylvester Manor

by Anastasia Lennon
Live Music View - "This year we are broadening our musical genres to include not just tradtional American Roots bands, but accoustic jazz, folk, some local legends songwriting rock and of course bluegrass," shared Kim Folks.

Quogue Library To Bring "A Touch Of Spring" To The East End

by Anastasia Lennon
In the Galleries - "In the real outdoors, spring has been slow to show its glorious bounty of blossoms and blooms; three Long Island artists - Susan Nadel, Jean Arena, and Sheila Thompson - bring spring's joys to life in the works on display in A Touch of Spring," shares Elizabeth Hartman, the Chairwoman of the Quogue Library Art Committee.

Spend Earth Day Learning About Earth's Majestic Creatures During Hamptons Take 2 Documentary Film Festival's Spring Docs Day

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "Cameras record worlds of wonder we cannot see except in award-winning films," Jacqui Lofaro reflected.

A Spectacular Musical Spring Tradition Takes Aim At The Local Fight Against Hunger

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "It's a special form of music, it takes a special group of folks to make the time and effort to prepare the music and we do have fun doing so. Our scores are all alike; similar to a piano sheet music, but we each only have four notes (bells) to play in most cases," Tom White reflected.

Alexander Klingspor, Jorge Santos, Margo Selski, And Fatih Gurbuz Featured In "Surreal Alternative"

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "We are excited to showcase these well developed surrealistic artworks, an often overlooked style, that works very well within the realm of figurative art," said Richard J. Demato.

Hamptons-Based Gallery Enlists Three Artists To Evoke The Element Of Surprise

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "I feel a powerful urgency to reveal so much that is 'out there' but which is refracted and altered by the inner world of memory and recollection," Nicholas Down reflected.

The Choral Society Of The Hamptons To Showcase "Petite Messe Solennelle"

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - Led by its celebrated former music director John Daly Goodwin as guest conductor, the chorus will be joined by four young and exciting opera singers from Mexico.

"LIVE From SAC" Continues With The Martin Fabricius Group Featuring Steve Swallow

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - "LIVE from SAC always aim to present excellent and diverse Jazz performances - this concert is no exception," said Claes Brondal.

INTERVIEW: Screenwriter James V. Hart On Hamptons International Film Festival's Master Class, HartChart, And More

by Anastasia Lennon
Hamptons International Film Festival - "There is a toolbox you can use that will take the mystery out of writing. I like to boil it down to a much more mechanical process. There are certain guidelines and tools that you can implement from the idea stage that will enable you to form a narrative story, a screen play, a novel, a TV pilot, a song, a play," Hart told Hamptons.com.

Art Groove Adds Tea Dance To 2018 Collective

by Anastasia Lennon
In the Galleries - "Art Groove is where creativity, individuality and unity come alive in the historic Art District of SPRINGS! Come celebrate with all the artists!" says Geralyne Lewandowski.

INTERVIEW: Jimy Bleu Of Kiss The Sky On The Jimi Hendrix Experience, His Return To Long Island And More

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "We are pretty much doing the whole iconic performances of Jimi Hendrix, from the beginning to the end - even before he became famous," Bleu told Hamptons.com.

Accomplished Finger Style Guitarist Headlining Hamptons Songwriters Share In Support Of The Retreat

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "A kind and generous person, Fred's soothing, original music goes right to your heart," said Nancy Remkus.

30 Artists Selected To Be Featured In "East End Collected4"

by Anastasia Lennon
In the Galleries - "We are thrilled to have Paton return for the 4th year of the popular East End Collected exhibition," says Amy Kirwin.

Human Impact Examined In New Hamptons Exhibition

by Anastasia Lennon
In the Galleries - "We are symbiotic with the earth and while we destroy it we are destroying ourselves," says exhibiting artist Janet Culbertson.

East End-Based Gallery Hosting Open Call For Sunshine Inspired Works

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Let your art celebrate the coming of spring and summer (finally!) on the beautiful East End of Long Island—or anyplace sunny and wonderful," Jane Kirkwood noted.

Hamptons-Based Center For The Arts Awarded $15,000 For Artist-in-Residence

by Nicole Barylski
Museum News - "It is energizing to see the impact that the arts are making throughout the United States," said NEA Chairman Jane Chu.

Hamptons Theater Review: Gladstone And Mueth Successfully Brought "Romeo And Juliet" Into The 21st Century

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - The words of William Shakespeare are never to be under estimated for their enduring power and relevance. His plays live on century after century.

Hamptons Theater Review: "The Boys Next Door" Touches Your Soul

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - Hampton Theatre Company's Boys Next Door is a powerful use of theater to expose the reality of special needs through drama and comedy, while shining the bright show lights on it.

Works By Scott Hewett, June Kaplan, And Penny Kaplan To Appear In "Premium Blend"

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "It never ceases to fascinate how one medium can take on so many forms but that is what makes the mind of the artist so relentlessly intriguing," Kat O'Neill.

The First Weekend Of Spring To Bring Complimentary Artist Critique To The Hamptons

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "The Victor D'Amico Institute of Art is delighted to host a two-day Spring Critique at the D'Amico Studio and Archive in Lazy Point," shared Esperanza Leon.

Nearly 20 Artists Address The Subject Of "No Longer Supported"

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "I love that the title of the exhibition, No Longer Supported, could be interpreted in multiple ways," Nightingale reflected.

Moving And Comedic Drama, "The Boys Next Door," Coming To Quogue Community Hall

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "This moving comedy and drama of 'The Boys Next Door' underscores the everyday things in life we take for granted. The characters will charm you with their antics and pull at your heartstrings," said Terry Brennan of Hampton Theatre Company.

19 East End Art, Cultural, And Historical Institutions Presenting Programming During Inaugural THAW Fest

by Anastasia Lennon
Art News - "THAW-Fest gives us all the opportunity to collectively illuminate the richness of arts and culture on the East End with a weekend of endless possibilities for visitors near and far to be entertained and enlightened," shares Amy Kirwin.

Elite Improv Touring Company Visiting The Hamptons

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "Being able to bring one of the absolute best improv comedy troupes in the world to our stage is truly thrilling, and will be a special treat to all who attend," said Amy Kirwin.

Spring Fever At Ashawagh Hall Brings Two-Day Pop Up Art Show

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "An event to underscore the change of season," said artist John Todaro.

Arborist, Sculptor, Photographer, Land Conservationist And More Among Latest PechaKucha Presenters

by Anastasia Lennon
Art News - "Spring season has officially arrived at the Parrish with a burst of creativity at our next PechaKucha, the East End's prime talent show," said Corinne Erni, Senior Curator of ArtsReach and Special Projects.

Over 20 Artists Document Architecture Dating From The 1930s To Present Day In New Hamptons Exhibition

by Anastasia Lennon
In the Galleries - "'Image Building: How Photography Transforms Architecture' gives the museum an opportunity to fully explore the fascinating connections found among spectator, photographer, and architect, from the 1930s to the present. This is a very special project for us, and one we very much look forward to sharing with the public," said Terrie Sultan.

Man's Best Friend Takes Center Stage At Amagansett-Based Gallery

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Where else do we get a chance to see inspiring works of art, hang out with friends and meet some adorable puppies?" Sara De Luca pondered. "It's a dream come true!"

Hamptons Theater Review: "Beauty And The Beast" At Southampton Cultural Center

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - It is a successful effort to bring the "Greatest story ever told" to the East End of Long Island.

INTERVIEW: Musician Inda Eaton On Her Latest Album, New Show At Bay Street, And More

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "This is the first time the entire full album of material was completely synthesized and written from my kitchen table in Springs," Eaton told Hamptons.com about Shelter in Place.

The Retreat And RJD Gallery's Open Call For "Hamptons Juried Art Show" Ends In April

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Our artists and we want to be a part of Where HOPE begins and the Violence ends!" Richard Demato noted.

INTERVIEW: Writer And Director Christian Nilsson On "Westhampton," His Film Inspired By The Hamptons, Crowdfunding, And More

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "It would be incredible for me to film in my high school. It would be incredible for me to shoot on Main Street in Westhampton," Nilsson told Hamptons.com.

"American Values" To Screen William Friedkin's "The People Vs Paul Crump"

by Anastasia Lennon
On The Screen - The film falls into the category of "true crime documentary" as it depicts reenactments of the crime and includes Crump's recounting of events and his subsequent confession to police.

Star-Crossed Lovers Set To Take Center Stage At Guild Hall

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "This is a dreamy cast overflowing with bold, youthful energy that helps feed the overall tone and style Josh has decided to take with this interpretation," shared Kate Mueth.

Center Stage At Southampton Cultural Center's 10th Anniversary Continues With A Disney Classic

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "The story is an enchanting escape, but the Menken score, to me, takes the simple tale of girl rom a rural village and catapults it of new heights," shared Director Michael Disher.

Hip Hop Artist, Rapper, And Human Beat Boxer Baba Israel To Be Featured During Hamptons "HIP-LA-JAZ Night!"

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - "One of the main goals of this concert series is to present and showcase the wonderful world of music within the Jazz umbrella and beyond," said Claes Brondal, series organizer. "The roots of rhythm and history of the Americas is the unique melting pot of world cultures and societies."

Hamptons-Based Gallery Showcasing Abstract, Graffiti And Conceptual Art During New Solo Show

by Anastasia Lennon
In the Galleries - The solo exhibition will feature her work from over the years, with varied images of graffiti, tombstones, a scene from Rikers Island presented as photographs or mixed media pieces.

Hamptons-Based Classical Music Festival's Spring Series To Feature Pacifica String Quartet And More

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - "Our spring series has deepened our relationship with our community in ways that continue to surprise us," remarked Artistic Director Marya Martin.

Artist Miles Partington Returns To Southampton's Tripoli Gallery

by Anastasia Lennon
In the Galleries - "Viewers are taken on a tour through Partington's world as they step from the first room of the gallery to the second, transforming from observers of his subjects to participants among them, which leap in scale from miniatures to life-sized beings," says the gallery.

Caroline Doctorow Playing For The Bridgehampton Child Care And Recreation Center During Songwriters Share

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "This will be a great night of music as Caroline takes a break from touring the country and joins her full band for a hometown concert!" shared Nancy Remkus.

Nearly 20 Local Artists Showcased During Annual Hamptons "Winter Art Show"

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "SAA promotes art in our community by encouraging local artists to share their work with art lovers, other artists and even those with a casual interest in art, which in turn challenges artists to improve and expand their work," explained Dave Johns.

11th Annual Winterfest To Offer Nearly A Month Of Winter East End Fun

by Anastasia Lennon
Live Music View - "Winterfest has proven its value to the East End by highlighting the area as an exciting destination through brand recognition," says Patricia Drake Snyder, Executive Director of East End Arts.

Eve Ensler's Award-Winning Play, "The Vagina Monologues," To Performed At Southampton Arts Center In Celebration Of V-Day

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "Eve Ensler's work, whether The Vagina Monologues, One Billion Rising, or her global social justice work, is and has been the thrust of improving awareness and strengthening the voice of women in regard to healing from physical and sexual abuse no matter what walk of life we are from," stated Kate Mueth, a participant in this year's Vagina Monologues.

Alec Baldwin And David Nugent To Discuss Hitchcock Classic During "Winter Classic"

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "We thought it might be fun to take a look at what a lot of film critics think is the greatest film of all time," Nugent told us.

INTERVIEW: Hamptons International Film Festival's Anne Chaisson And David Nugent Dish About "Now Showing," The Winter Classic, And More

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "We are trying to show as many foreign films as we can because that's what you really cannot see out here at this time," Nugent told us.

Camp SoulGrow Presidents' Week Programming To Include Baking, Crafting, Fitness, And More

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "We want to keep them trying new things and remain open minded. It can be that one workshop that their parents couldn't afford or that they didn't think they would like and they came to and they found a new passion or friend for life," London Rosiere explained.

New Innovative Art Exhibitor To Host Traveling Pop-Up Show In The Hamptons

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "By offering a traveling exhibition series, we hope to expose and Southampton community to diverse range of artists and artistic styles of art, design and creative expression," said Kelcey Edwards.

Hamptons-Based Arts Center Launching Year-Round Friday Night Film Series

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "We know there is an audience for these critically acclaimed, less-commercial films and are excited to have such wide-ranging capabilities with our new system," explained Amy Kirwin.

Hamptons-Based Arts Center To Screen Documentary About Affordable Farmland On Long Island

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "Growing Farmers was an early look at the Trust's Farms for the Future Initiative," Kathy Kennedy explained. "The initiative has continued to grow and support our local farmers."

Three-time Grammy-Nominated Songwriter And Musician Brady Rymer To Lead Local Music Masters Concert

by Anastasia Lennon
Live Music View - "I love how this band has really gelled together as a group creating their own sound that's never been heard before," shared program mentor and Grammy-nominated musician, Brady Rymer.

East End-Based Gallery Holding Open Call For Weed And Ink Themed Art Shows

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Let's have a dialog starting with art," encourages Jane Kirkwood.

Sag Harbor-Based Gallery Thinking Ahead To Spring With Latest Exhibition

by Anastasia Lennon
In the Galleries - "When my lens turned toward surfers I was inspired by their keen sense of timing catching a wave then riding across it," said Blair Seagram, an exhibiting artist.

Southampton's Jeremy Dennis Featured In Solo Exhibition At Suffolk County Community College

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "Reflecting upon my own experience and observations in my community, the Shinnecock Reservation in Southampton, New York, specifically the burden of the loss of culture through assimilation, omission of our history in school curriculum, and loss of land and economic disadvantage; this series illustrates the shared damaged enthusiasm of living on indigenous lands without rectification," reflected Jeremy Davis.

Local Artist Embraces Joy During New Exhibition At Quogue Library

by Anastasia Lennon
In the Galleries - "The Quogue Library is honored that we have such a fine caliber of artists that exhibit here. It is always a refreshing pleasure seeing the new gallery shows," shared Adult Program Coordinator, Selina Pasca.

Get Ready To Fall Hard And Fast For These "Love & Passion" Pieces

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "It is going to be another fun show!" Karyn Mannix told us. "This year's Love & Passion theme has a twist, Size Does Matter."

Free Family Month Programming At Hamptons-Based Museum Launches With Student Exhibition Featuring Over 1,000 Local Artists

by Anastasia Lennon
In the Galleries - "The annual Student Exhibition is an inspiration to everyone who visits the Museum," said Cara Conklin-Wingfield. "We are indebted to the art educators who expertly lead young artists to explore the visual arts—from the exuberant creations of preschoolers to the inventive and introspective works of high school artists."

Steven Ladd And William Ladd To Speak About Alan Shields' Work During Hamptons Artist To Artist Talk

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Artists often reveal much about themselves by talking about other artists as they shed light on a particular creative process," Corinne Erni reflected.

Bay Street-Based Improv Troupe Presenting Hamptons Winter Comedy Series

by Anastasia Lennon
Performing Arts - "Improv Comedy is an immediate, hilarious experience custom designed for each, individual audience. No two shows are ever the same!" said Rob Reese, leader of Bay Street Theater's improv troupe.

Over 30 Musical Acts To Headline Annual Hamptons Cabin Fever Music Festival

by Anastasia Lennon
Live Music View - "I am looking most forward to seeing as many amazing acts as I can this year. We have a deep pool of local talent in all genres, and it speaks volumes about our communities commitment to the arts," says festival founder Brendon Henry.

"Now Showing" Film Series Expands To Sag Harbor-Based Theater

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "It's at once honest and artful, a touching and clearsighted declaration of faith in people and in movies," A.O. Scott of The New York Times said about the first film screening in February.

Inda Eaton's Songwriters Share Concert To Support Project MOST

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "We are so excited to have the very talented Inda Eaton perform for the fourth annual Songwriters Share Concert Series! Anyone that has heard Inda sing and tell her stories knows what a fun and enchanting evening this will be," remarked Nancy Remkus, curator of the Concert Series. "An amazing songwriter, Inda also has a way of connecting with the audience that makes you feel right at home as she talks directly to your heart. She has a brilliant way of seeing the world and reporting on it that just makes you smile."

Winter Lecture Series Explores The East End's Land, History And Traditions

by Anastasia Lennon
The Bookshelf - "Winter is the perfect time to cozy-up with a good cup of coffee and a great book! We want to celebrate the season by taking time reflect on land, history and traditions with wonderful local authors and scholars," said Lisa Pepe, Assistant Director at Hallockville Museum Farm.

Hamptons-Based Library Promoting Animal Adoption Through Art

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "Children and teens get to be creative, while making a difference in the community," Theresa Maritato explained.

Hamptons-Based Museum To Host The People's State Of The Union Story Circle

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "I strongly believe that in polarized times like these, as a community we need a place to come together and share and listen to each other, no matter our differences. The Parrish offers this space through the Story Circle," said Corinne Erni.

Artists Janet Jennings, Anne Raymond, And Phyllis Hammond To Explore Light And Color

by Anastasia Lennon
In the Galleries - "There are a number of excellent artists here on Long Island," Suffolk County Community College President Dr. Shaun L. McKay said. "Our college and its galleries create an opportunity to showcase one of the island's best assets, its artists."

Students Encouraged To Express Their Fur Baby Love Through Art

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - We enjoy helping young pet lovers cultivate their artistic culture, and look forward to all of the submissions we'll receive this year," said Amy Brostoff.

Guild Hall Fêting The Next Generation Of Artists

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "This is an exciting time for us when we celebrate our future: the next generation of artists!" Casey Dalene noted.

Winter Theater Review: Tina Jones Is Brilliant In "Venus In Fur" At Quogue Community Center

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - The writing of Mr. Ives will rock your comfort zone on matters of the power dynamic in relationships.

Winter Hamptons Theater Review: Center Stage's "Crimes Of The Heart"

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - The production is the essence of what the Southampton Cultural Center brings to the East End theater community; quality programing, usually focusing on exhibiting the talents of local actors in a local venue.

Krisi Zea's Documentary About Artist Elizabeth Murray Screening In The Hamptons

by Anastasia Lennon
On The Screen - "I am very excited to screen this timely portrait of a hugely influential artist who inspired other women artists to follow their dreams and ambitions," said Corinne Erni.

Bay Street's Latest All Star Comedy Show To Feature Sam Rubinoff, Greg Stone, And Mark DeMayo

by Anastasia Lennon
Performing Arts - "Every show the audience walks away excited and appreciative that we are bringing New York city comics who hit the best clubs across the country out to Bay Street," said Vecsey.

G.E. Smith To Join Cracked Actor During The Velvet Underground And Lou Reed Tribute Concert

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "We're thrilled to have guitarist G.E. Smith performing with us, as he's been a huge fan of the Velvet Underground since their inception," Carlos Lama shared.

Small Town Family Drama To Unfold Onstage During "Crimes Of The Heart"

by Anastasia Lennon
Performing Arts - "As a director, I tried for three seasons to obtain the rights to Crimes of the Heart and it was well worth the wait. This is a play that requires a lot of study and breaking down not just of the characters and their relationships, but of themes and symbolism and the cast has really embraced this process," said Director Joan M. Lyons.

David Ives' "Venus In Fur" Kicking Off Three-Week East End Run

by Anastasia Lennon
Performing Arts - "'Venus in Fur' is a wild examination of the relationships between actor and director, the dominant and submissive, and men and women," says Terry Brennan, General Manager of the Hampton Theatre Company.

"The Curator's View" To Take A Look At A "Permanent Collection" Reinstallation

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "I always look forward to talking about the collection and the many ideas that come into play when thinking about a new installation," said Alicia G. Longwell.

Southampton Youth Bureau Looking For Rising Stars To Compete In Hamptons Got Talent

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "We have a great amount of talent amongst the youth in our community," Peter Strecker reflected.

Mile Twelve Headlining Sylvester Manor 2018 Concert Series Kick-Off

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "This young, dynamic group are the recipients of the 2017 International Bluegrass Music Association Momentum Award and we are fortunate to have them performing here on the East End," Kim Folks shared.

Julie Andrews, Carl Bernstein, William Friedkin, And More To Take Part In American Values Film Series

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "All the panelists participating in the American Values series love the idea of coupling films they participated in with discussion about the relevance of the films themes to our present day lives," remarked Jayne Young.

Shakespeare & Company Mentors Hamptons Students

by Anastasia Lennon
Performing Arts - "It's been a fantastic time working with the whole school, and we can't wait to be back again next year!" said mentors of Shakespeare & Company.

Hamptons "Fireside Sessions" With A Local Legend To Return This January

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "We are so fortunate to have the extremely talented Nancy Atlas back again this January for the Fireside concerts at Bay Street," said Tracy Mitchell.

East End-Based Library Selects Hampton Bays' Harvey Herman As Artist Of The Month

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "He's taken on the East End as sort of his muse," Christina Kepner said.

New Alternative And Non-Commercial Contemporary Art Fair Makes Its Mark On Miami

by Lee Fryd
Art News - "It's the first all women alternative, non-commercial art fair," Lukov told us

"Now Showing" Continues With "Kedi," "The Final Year," And "The Divine Order"

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "For most viewers inclined to check out a film about the subject, it will be hard not to cry," said Frank Scheck about The Final Year.

INTERVIEW: Guild Hall's Andrea Grover On The Hamptons Art Weekend

by Anastasia Lennon
Art News - "What we generate for both the local tax revenues and state taxes is actually really impressive when you look at us as a whole. We are trying to demonstrate that we deserve more public dollars and more marketing support from all of the various agencies that promote our region," said Andrea Grover, Executive Director of Guild Hall.

HooDoo Loungers Headlining Launch Of Fourth Annual Songwriters Share Concert Series

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "We have an incredible line up of amazing local musicians playing for great charitable causes," Nancy Remkus said.

Artist's Love Story Documented Through Greeting Cards To Be Displayed At Hamptons-Based Museum

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "A new exhibition will highlight another side of the Norwegian-American artist -- his whimsical greeting cards," explained John Eilertsen.

Artists of All Mediums Encouraged To Apply To The Watermill Center's International Summer Program

by Sydney A. Braat
Art News - For more than two decades, The Watermill Center has hosted the International Summer Program led by Artistic Director Robert Wilson.

Three East End-Based Galleries Holding Open Calls For Upcoming Exhibitions

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Sometimes creating art is torture (ask Giacometti), other times, when the 'muse' is cooperative, the art just flows through the hands of the artist," Jane Kirkwood reflected.

Hamptons Film Series To Screen "White Christmas," "Toy Story," "Into The Woods" And More Over The Holiday Weekend

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - Looking for a fun excuse to leave the house over the holiday weekend? Get caught up on some of the latest films or let nostalgia set in with a classic.

Parrish Kicking Off The Weekend With Special Friday Family Programs

by Anastasia Lennon
On The Screen - "We're delighted to offer these engaging and entertaining programs where families can come together around the holidays to collaborate on creating a meaningful project, or enjoy a touching, poignant film," said Jillian Bock, Museum Education Associate.

Indian Music Virtuoso, Ustad Shafaat Kahn, And Fusion Group to Perform At The Parrish Art Museum

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - "I am thrilled to present Ustad Shafaat Khan in an exclusive concert on the East End," said Corinne Erni.

East End Arts And Southampton Cultural Center Presenting "State Of Grace"

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Photography is the simultaneous recognition, in a fraction of a second, of the significance of an event as well as of a precise organization of forms which give that event its proper expression," Cait McCarthy reflected.

Sag Harbor Cinema Reaches Fundraising Goal With Pledges From Leonardo DiCaprio, Sarah Jessica Parker, And Matthew Broderick

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "We extend a huge thank you to Leo, Sarah, Matthew and Darren for their support as we rebuild the Cinema to bring independent film back to Main Street," April Gornik expressed.

"Sex, Fishnets & Rock N' Roll" Comes To The White Room Gallery

by Anastasia Lennon
In the Galleries - The exhibit is described as "erotic meets iconic Rock n' Roll."

Hamptons International Film Festival Accepting Submissions For 2018 Screenwriters Lab

by Sydney A. Braat
On The Screen - "What makes the Lab so unique is both the quality of mentors that we've been able to secure for the writers, as well as the intimacy and focus that is at the heart of the process," remarked David Nugent.

Special Songwriter Share At Stephen Talkhouse To Benefit The East End's Sole Domestic Violence Service Provider

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "The audience can expect a evening of local original songwriters performing their own material at the most intimate level, just the artist their song and their instrument," Fred Raimondo said.

"LIVE From SAC" Closing Out 2017 Season With Afro-Cuban Jazz Night With Oscar Feldman

by Anastasia Lennon
Live Music View - "This concert is a tribute to the many musicians who have contributed to Afro Cuban Jazz, such as Chico O'Farrill, Dizzy Gillespie, Mario Bauza, Tito Puente and Cal Tjader," says musician Claes Brondal.

Additional Opportunities To Enjoy The Sounds Of The Season In The Hamptons

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - Whether you want to experience a traditional holiday concert, or something a little more unconventional, here's this weekend's seasonal sounds.

"Mixed Nuts," A Ballet And Disney Hybrid, To Show At Sag Harbor's Bay Street Theater

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "It's new and exciting and this year will be set in a small Provincial town in France and will parallel to the setting of Beauty and The Beast as well as the classic Disney Characters," said assistant director and choreographer, Meredith Shumway.

Create Your Own Holiday Keepsake At These Hamptons Workshops

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - Love to make your own holiday decorations? Sign up for these seasonal workshops.

Enjoy The Merry Sounds Of The Season During These Hamptons Holiday Concerts

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - These jovial Hamptons performances will leave you beaming with seasonal cheer.

The Parrish Art Museum's 22nd PechaKucha Night To Feature A Journalist, Horticulturalist, Photographers, And Artists

by Anastasia Lennon
Performing Arts - "I am pleased to kick off the Parrish's fall season with a fascinating mix of PechaKucha presenters from the East End - from artists and designers to scientists and affordable housing expert," said Corinne Erni, the Curator of Special Projects.

INTERVIEW: Comedian Joseph Vecsey On Bay Street's Upcoming All Star Comedy Show, The Possibility Of A The Unmovers Reunion, And More

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "The shows have just been getting better and better," Vecsey told us about the Bay Street series.

HooDoo Loungers And Joe Delia & Thieves Providing The Tunes At Bay Street's Rockin' Holiday Dance

by Anastasia Lennon
Live Music View - "We love playing at Bay Street Theater because it's my hometown and we've had a long tradition of doing some really fun shows there," explained Joe Lauro, co-founder of the HooDoo Loungers.

Hamptons International Film Festival Partners With Guild Hall For New "Now Showing" Series

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "Our audience has asked us for years to continue to program films after the annual film festival, and we are thrilled to make this dream a reality," explained HIFF Executive Director Anne Chaisson.

Johansen-Markard Piano Duo Presenting Trio Of Hamptons Holiday Concerts

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "Ellen Johansen and I (the "Johansen-Markard Piano Duo") will be performing holiday concerts, featuring old and new holiday classics and winter favorites, arranged for four-hands," shared Marlene Markard.

A Holiday Classic Performance, The Nutcracker, Returns To Guild Hall For Its 9th Season

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "It is a feast for the eyes and sure to get you into the holiday spirit!" remarked Sara Jo Strickland.

Highly Esteemed International Sensation, Neave Trio, Returning To St. Luke's Episcopal Church

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - "We are delighted to be returning to St Luke's this year, after falling in love with the series and the very special community that supports it last year," remarked Anna Williams, Neave Trio's violinist.

Douglas Elliman Sponsoring Hamptons Take 2 Documentary Film Festival's Community Day

by Sydney A. Braat
On The Screen - "We're so excited to support the festival on its tenth anniversary. And, in doing so, provide free access for everyone to view these important documentaries," said Carl Benincasa, Douglas Elliman's Regional Vice President of Sales for the Hamptons. 

INTERVIEW: Music Director William Fred Scott On Chanticleer's Long Lasting Success, The Ensemble's Sacred Christmas Show, And More

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "I think it's kind of fascinating that we can do everything from Gregorian chant to the latest classical composition, and in that mix we throw in our pop standards that we have done," William Fred Scott told us.

Our Fabulous Variety Show Presenting 20th Production At East Hampton's Guild Hall With Several Special Guests

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "It is the feel good, festive, family friendly dose of holiday cheer that we all need right now," remarked Anita Boyer and Kasia Kilmiuk. "There is something for everyone and the talent will blow you away and get you dancing in your seats!"

Parrish Art Museum To Welcome Filmmaker Vincent Zambrano And Artist Yigal Ozeri

by Anastasia Lennon
On The Screen - "The film and the conversation will add another layer to the understanding of Yigal Ozeri's life and work: his unique sense of fantasy, imagination, and ethereality," said Corinne Erni, Curator of Special Projects at the Parrish Art Museum.

INTERVIEW: Keriann Flanagan Brosky On "Historic Crimes Of Long Island: Misdeeds From The 1600s To The 1950s"

by Anastasia Lennon
The Bookshelf - "Long Island has an amazing history and I try to show the public that it's important to understand this history; I try to make it that they will appreciate it and preserve it going forward after they read my books," said historian and award-winning author Keriann Flanagan Brosky.

INTERVIEW: Hamptons Take 2 Film Festival Founder Jacqui Lofaro On HT2FF's 10th Anniversary, The New Community Day, And More

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "Come and have a festival experience," Lofaro told us. "I tell people not to come for just one film because they can do that at home."

Holiday Season Theater Review: Center Stages' "A Christmas Carol, A Live Radio Play"

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - There is always a certain magical buzz to a live performance to shows of the Christmas/holiday seasonal content.

Annual Hamptons "Thanksgiving Collective" To Reflect Upon Good In The World

by Anastasia Lennon
In the Galleries - "This Thanksgiving Collective, we give thanks to those unwavering souls that will never give up on this, the true meaning of being alive," noted artist Benjamin Keating.

Joe Landry's "A Christmas Carol, A Live Radio Play" To Spread Hamptons Holiday Cheer Two Weekends In A Row

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "There is something solid, secure and satisfying about the tale of Ebeneezer Scrooge - his past, present and future," Michael Disher reflected.

The Ladies Of Liberty At Southampton Arts Center: Celebrating 100 Years Of Women's Suffrage In New York State

by Anastasia Lennon
Live Music View - "We are standing on the shoulders of the women who came before us and their passion for Liberty. These brave Suffragists paved the way for all women to have a voice; to say no and say yes and to have that voice be heard, counted and respected," Valerie diLorenzo noted.

Opening Weekend Of Sara Nightingale Gallery's Latest Exhibition To Support East Hampton Meals On Wheels

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "It's Thanksgiving, so a food charity seemed like the obvious choice, even though the artwork in the exhibition is not food-related," Sara Nightingale noted.

Bridgehampton National Bank And YMCA East Hampton RECenter Partner With BOLD Broadcasting For Mobile Studio

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "For BNB, community banking is more than a phrase, it's about showing up and actively engaging with our friends, family and customers," explained Claudia Pilato, VP Director of Marketing.

World-Class Musicians To Take The Stage At The Bridgehampton Museum During Poetica Ensemble Concert

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - "Come meet new people while supporting these wonderful classical musicians," encouraged Dr. John Eilertsen.

Fall Theater Review: Bay Street Theater's "Death Of A Salesman"

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - This production will be talked about fondly for years.

Don't Be Surprised If You Utter "What The Hell?" At This Hamptons Exhibition

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Anarchy breeds creativity in the most delightful of ways," noted Kat O'Neill.

An Insight Into Literature Live! At Bay Street Theater

by Anastasia Lennon
Performing Arts - "We need children and young adults to see live theater and we were very committed to that. Sort of no matter what it takes because in the end we feel that it's that important," Tracy Mitchell told us.

Roman Fine Art's Second Edition Of "Get With The Program" To Feature Several Sub-Genres Within Contemporary Art

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "Group exhibitions let me dabble within the broad spectrum of what contemporary art is today," noted Damien Roman.

Celebrate Tradition And Music With The Annual Free Harvest Gospel Concert Series

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - "We are proud to be celebrating our 31st anniversary of the Harvest Gospel Concert Series this year," remarked Patricia Snyder, Executive Director of East End Arts. "The longevity of this wonderful tradition with artistic director Reverend Maryanne McElroy at the helm, leading the choir since its inception in 1986, is something to celebrate and honor."

Photographer Michael Halsband's Portraits To Be Featured In Final Exhibit Of 2017 At Southampton Arts Center

by Anastasia Lennon
In the Galleries - "His vast catalog of photographs will appeal to all visitors, with many recognizable faces and other striking imagery representing the path his storied career has taken over the years," said Amy Kirwin.

Hamptons-Based Community Theater Presenting "A Night Of Vaudeville"

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "The idea of the vaudeville show has been a Springs Community Theater dream for a long time," shared Barbara Mattson.

Works By Willem de Kooning, Elaine de Kooning, Jackson Pollock, Lee Krasner, And More Included In Benefit Hamptons Poster Show And Sale

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "These are historic posters by some of America's greatest artists," shared Beth Meredith.

Support The Victims Of Hurricane Maria Through Tripoli Gallery's Fundraiser Exhibition "Love Isabela"

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "My hope is that viewers will be encouraged to speed the recovery of Isabela by adding to your collection a work of art by Félix or by one of more than 30 artists who have kindly donated artworks to this exhibition," said Gallery Owner and Director, Tripoli Patterson.

The Perlman Music Program To Host A Weekend Of Events At Shelter Island Campus

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - "I hope this recital is, in some ways, a way for me to give back, to say hello again after a few years, and to share a musical narrative that I find personal," reflected violinist Max Tan.

50 Local Artists Highlighting Exceptional Works At Annual Hamptons Fall Art Show

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Our Association is 30 years old and seeks to sponsor and help enhance the cultural of art in the local area," notes board member James Slezak.

Parrish Art Museum Celebrating 5th Anniversary At Water Mill Location

by Anastasia Lennon
Museum News - "It is hard to believe that we opened to the public five years ago," remarked Director Terrie Sultan. "This has been a transformational period for the Museum and the community, and we are thrilled to both celebrate this accomplishment and look to the future."

Janice Carissa To Headline Music For Montauk's 2017 Finale

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "There is an unbelievable energy in the performance of a young musician such as Janice, on the verge of major artistic identity, which perfectly matches the energy of a work such as the Appassionata sonata," shared Miloš Repicky.

Fall Theater Review: Hampton Theatre Company's "Clever Little Lies"

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - I believe the power behind the dynamics of the show ascends from the life experience of the parents and their view of the circle of life, along with a touch of Aristotle's views on the concept of "happiness" and what is "happy."

Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center's Fall Films To Include Features Starring Andrew Garfield, Judi Dench, Claire Foy, And More

by Sydney A. Braat
On The Screen - Rolling Stone said one of the features was "A swoon-worthy romance," while another was lauded as "Sheer perfection."

At The Artist Study In Southampton, Paint And Classical Music Converge

by Anastasia Lennon
In the Galleries - "The best reason for collaborating is the hope that people will look at paintings and see them better, and people will listen to the music, and hear it better," say Karen Kaapcke and Alan Moverman.

"Big Art, Small Canvas" Is Final Exhibition Of 2017 At Hamptons-Based Gallery

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Collectors throughout the world are passionate about discovering and adding new artists to their collection," explained Eve Gianni Corio.

"The Miracle Worker" Fundraising Campaign: Bringing Helen Keller's Story To The Stage April 2018

by Anastasia Lennon
Performing Arts - "This will be a daunting challenge, emotionally and physically, but I know that our whole community will benefit from Helen Keller's story - a story of achievement in the face of incredible odds by a little girl who was consumed by darkness only to find her light," reflected Bonnie Grice.

Mysterious Seductive Photographs And Playful Horse Paintings Juxtapose In Hamptons Exhibition

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "This show exhibits the darkly mysterious and seductive photographs by Ann Brandeis, juxtaposed to the primitive, colorful and playful horse paintings by June Kaplan," stated Andrea McCafferty of The White Room Gallery.

Calling High School Musicians: Learn From Grammy Songwriter And Performing Musician, Brady Rymer During 2018 Fellowship Program

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - "This is a wonderful opportunity for students to develop their songwriting skills while working with a Master in this field," said Diane Giardi, Education Director at EEA.

Joe DiPietro's "Clever Little Lies" To Open Hampton Theatre Company's 2017-2018 Season

by Anastasia Lennon
Performing Arts - The play is a "laugh-filled story of long-term love and marriage, for better . . . and for worse," says Terry Brennan, general manager of the Hampton Theatre Company.

Weekend-Long Hamptons Exhibit To Fight Food Insecurity

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "The weekend-long exhibit will feature works by five East End artists in various mediums and styles, from realism to abstract reductions," explained Lynn Martell.

Guild Hall Welcoming Submissions For 2018 Artist-in-Residence Program

by Sydney A. Braat
Art News - "This year the Artist-in-Residence program features a spring and fall 4-week session," remarked Barbara Jo Howard.

Bay Street Theater's Literature Live! To Bring Classic Works To Life For Students Across Long Island

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "With matched support from the community we are able to provide these classic pieces from American Literature to so many students, many of whom have never even experienced live theater before," said Tracy Michell.

Fall Theater Review: Center Stage's "Boeing Boeing"

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - With only a cast of six, the show creates an energy that fosters comedy, drama, and good theater.

INTERVIEW: Comedian Jim Jefferies On Touring, His Off Limit Topics, Politics, Late Night Misses, And More

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "My policy is the more offensive the subject, the funnier the joke has to be," the Comedy Central star told Hamptons.com.

Guild Hall Unveiling Extraordinary New "Recollection" Exhibition Featuring Permanent Collection Pieces

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "What is most exciting to me about this exhibition is that it's a direct reflection of the work we're doing behind the scenes at Guild Hall," remarked Jessica Frost, Associate Director and Registrar of Permanent Collection at Guild Hall.

Calling All Actors! Southampton Cultural Center To Hold Open Auditions For Beth Henley's "Crimes Of The Heart"

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "It took me two years to obtain the rights to produce this play. It was and will be worth the wait," said Director Joan M. Lyons.

Marc Camoletti's "Boeing Boeing" Coming To Center Stage

by Anastasia Lennon
Performing Arts - "The cast is eagerly awaiting an audience - the last ingredient in this recipe for a confection of chaos and confusion," explained Michael Disher.

Long Island Premiere Of "Reversing The Stigma" To Take Place At Bay Street

by Anastasia Lennon
On The Screen - "A little known secret, or not so secret to some, about the the Hamptons is the high rate of substance use," Kym Laube noted.

INTERVIEW: Judy Carmichael On Her Dream "Jazz Inspired" Guest, Musical Influences, New Musical, And More

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "I love theaters. I'm a theater girl," she told Hamptons.com "I started out thinking I was going to go into acting and did a little bit in my late teens/early 20s."

Artistic Disciplines Collide At North Fork-Based Gallery's "Hybrid" Exhibit

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "In one sense, this story is about a hawk who, witnessing his natural habitat 'lost,' adapts to new surroundings, and makes his home in the crosshairs of an urban frontier, New York City," stated Roz Dimon.

2017 Hamptons International Film Festival: Awards Roundup

by Anastasia Lennon
Hamptons International Film Festival - Under the Tree, directed by Hafsteinn Gunnar Sigurđsson, was named Best Narrative Feature.

"Love, Cecil," "Mr. & Mrs. Adelman" And "Long Shot" Revered By Hamptons International Film Festival Audiences

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "Both features are currently available for US Distribution, and certainly have exciting journeys ahead of them," Anne Chaisson shared.

Multi-Award Winning And World-Class Musicians Arianna Körting And Robin Giesbrecht To Perform Piano Four Hands At Hamptons "Salon Series"

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - "Salon Series offers a casual environment to experience and enjoy classical and contemporary music by master musicians," said Terrie Sultan.

INTERVIEW: Farm Sanctuary Co-Founder Gene Baur On The Animal Haven, Eating Mindfully, "The Last Pig" And More

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "The way we treat animals says a lot about who we are," Baur told us. "Treating animals with compassion is not only good for the animals, it's also good for us."

INTERVIEW: "The First To Do It" Directors Coodie And Chike On NBA Star Earl Lloyd's Legacy

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "It's more than just a basketball story," Chike told Hamptons.com.

INTERVIEW: Director Emmett Malloy On "The Tribes Of Palos Verdes," Star Jennifer Garner, Surfing Territorialism, And More

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "This movie kind of blew my mind with her commitment to her character," Malloy said about Garner.

"LIVE From SAC" To Continue With South African All-Stars, World Music Collective, And Afro-Cuban Jazz Night

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "This popular series with Jam Session finally returns to kick off another season of live music with world-renowned artists," shared Claes Brondal.

INTERVIEW: Director Alison Chernick On The World Premiere Of "Itzhak" At Hamptons International Film Festival

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "There's an abundance of humanity that he has and it's through that humanity that he plays every note," Chernick told Hamptons.com.

Amagansett's Grain Surfboards To Highlight Photographer Nancy Breakstone's "Impressions in the Sand"

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "I love the ocean and will always have great respect for its power and strength," Breakstone noted. "Now I am in awe of the beauty it leaves behind every day on those beaches."

INTERVIEW: "Get Out" Producer Sean McKittrick On The HIFF Panel, His Initial Reaction To The Film, The Alternative Ending, And More

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "Daniel Kaluuya was always on Jordan's mind because of his work in Black Mirror," McKittrick told Hamptons.com.

Pop Up Abstract Art Show Returning To The Hamptons Over Columbus Day Weekend

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "The paintings and sculptures are an external expression of an internal, intuitive process," noted Beth Barry.

The Art Of Graffiti Coming To Hamptons-Based Gallery In One-Of-A-Kind Exhibition

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "Graffiti is an art form that is ever evolving because the artists continue to push the boundaries," said Kat O'Neill, co-director and partner of the White Room Gallery.

Michele Dragonetti's "Boat Hull" Series To Take Center Stage At Roman Fine Art

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "It's important to take the time for deeper observation versus relying on established expectations," Michele Dragonetti noted.

"Film Stars Don't Die In Liverpool" Star Annette Bening To Take Part In Hamptons International Film Festival's "A Conversation With..."

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "She is one of the most talented actresses of our generation and a perfect addition to our 25th anniversary," shared Anne Chaisson.

Alec Baldwin To Present Dick Cavett With Hamptons International Film Festival's Inaugural The Dick Cavett Artistic Champion Award

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "Cavett's television program was a showcase for artists like no other, and his work with HIFF over the years is something we are most grateful for," shared Alec Baldwin.

Parrish Art Museum To Present Weekend Focused On Climate Change And Water As A Resource

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "In the wake of two hurricanes affecting this country with devastating force, the link to climate change couldn't be clearer and addressing the topic couldn't be more urgent," noted Corinne Erni.

Tumble Down The Rabbit Hole With Our Fabulous Variety Show's "Alice In Wonderland" Inspired Productions

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "Both shows are inspired by Lewis Carroll's classic tale and feature your favorite characters such as Alice, the Mad Hatter, the March Hare, the White Rabbit and so many more!" Kasia Klimiuk noted.

Community Reflection Results In Innovative Original Performance

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "The cast has done an amazing job to translate the town's reflections into an innovative piece of choreography that's sure to resonate with the community," Kendra Mace Clark shared.

"I, Tonya" To Close Out 2017 Hamptons International Film Festival

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "The films in this year's festival explore a range of stories and perspectives that will take audiences on new paths and spark the kind of debates and conversations that are crucial for a culturally vibrant community," explained HIFF Artistic Director David Nugent.

Southampton Arts Center Welcoming Ambitious International Steampunk Exhibition

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "In this new genre, an artwork's value is not always determined by its slick, professional execution, but rather its uniqueness of intention as it pays homage to the antique arts and sciences and ultimately points to an ideal or concept greater than itself," said Art Donovan.

Artists "Look Deeper" During Joint Hamptons Exhibition

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "Oftentimes, I seek out subject matter with a compelling story, which serves to connect the viewer with my images," said participating artist Laurie Fishman.

Sag Harbor To Come Alive With Harmony During 7th Annual American Music Festival

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - "We've got it all- from jazz to funk, Hip-Hop pop, Folk to rock, Americana, Blues and more, this is our best year yet! Get to Sag Harbor early and be ready to groove all weekend," remarked Kelly Connaughton Dodds, President of SHAMF.

INTERVIEW: Liz Beebe Of The Dustbowl Revival On The Great Eastern Music Festival, The Band's Latest Album, And More

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "This was the first album that we've put out so far that has really been a collaborative effort of all eight of us," shared Beebe.

Diane Kruger And Armie Hammer To Support Films At Hamptons International Film Festival

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "The addition of Goodbye Christopher Robin and Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri as Centerpieces are sure to please audiences for their emotional depth, brilliant performances and captivating storylines," said Hamptons International Film Festival Artistic Director David Nugent.

Queen Esther Marrow's "Here's To Life" Kicking Off In The Hamptons

by Kristen Catalano
Performing Arts - "This concert will be an intimate and upbeat show and a joyful return home from a performer who has become a legend throughout Europe," said Kirsten C. Lonnie.

Artists Explore Our Emotional And Physical Relationship With Food Through "Eat/ing Your Heart Out"

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "Working with CRUSH Curatorial is a deeply collaborative experience which is why I wanted to bring a more interactive exhibition to the Amagansett gallery. There is nothing more binding or alienating than eating, which is the subject of investigation for Eat/ing Your Heart Out," said curator Molly Surno.

Jeffery Conway, David Trinidad, And Gillian McCain Presenting "Valley Of The Dolls" Retelling

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "Poets Jeffery Conway, David Trinidad, and myself take scenes from the film Valley of the Dolls - and in a tribute to Dante - break them into cantos whereas they go off on numerous tangents inspired by the film," shared Gillian McCain.

The First Annual Great Eastern Music Festival To Feature Americana And Bluegrass Legends

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - "It's been a long-time dream of board member, Greg Donohue and The Montauk Historical Society to present a concert on the Lighthouse grounds," said event manager and spokesperson, Bill Ayasse.

Works By Sailor Brinkley Cook, Vincent Urban, Jackson Hyland-Lipski, Nicholas Whelan And Dave Fitzpatrick Featured In Emerging Artists Film Festival

by Kristen Catalano
On The Screen - "I shot visuals of my subjects first, in a place they said to feel most themselves, and interviewed them last because I wanted the videos to feel separated (and yet brought together) by how their identity is viewed publicly and how they truly view themselves as [self-perception]," said Sailor Brinkley Cook.

James Earl Jones, Matthew Broderick, And More Starring In One-Night-Only "Are You Now Or Have You Ever Been?" Reading

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "We are thrilled to present this extraordinary cast in reading Eric Bentley's monumental script composed of actual testimonies taken during the hearings," shared Barbara-Jo Howard.

"Center Stage Sings: Fantastick Promises" Commemorates Local Theatre Troupe's 10th Season

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "14 musicals in ten years - it's been quite the musical journey!" shared Center Stage Director Michael Disher.

Jennifer Garner To Support "The Tribes Of Palos Verdes" At Hamptons International Film Festival

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "This diverse array of films, many with local ties, are sure to be some of the most talked about films at this year's Festival," noted David Nugent.

East End-Based Artist Explores "Unedited Abstractions" In New Series

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Every brushstroke, color, element, or scratch as symbols of the marks left behind by life events and the passage of time," DeCanio shared.

Project PAUSE To Translate Community's Conceptual Thoughts To Movement

by Sydney A. Braat
Art News - "This truly has been a richly, rewarding experience and I couldn't be more excited to share this community-driven work with the public," said Kendra Mace Clark. 

Los Angeles-Based Artist Straddles The Line Between Traditional Art Forms And Graffiti

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "Certain pieces that I've created depend on acrylics for effect and detail, but I try to work within the parameters or 'rules' of a graffiti artist: your work must show your ability to produce strictly from a can of spray paint or marker," said artist Tim Conlon.

Paragon Fine Arts Festivals Presenting 9th Annual Westhampton Beach Festival Of The Arts

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "As we view and interact with the works showcased at the show, many will elicit a response from us, at times incomprehensible though at all times personal, intimate and beautiful," Ron Mellott explained.

Southampton Artists Association's End Of Summer Art Show To Feature Over 30 Local Artists

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "This not for profit organization gives both professional and amateur artists, who live throughout the East End and surrounding areas, the opportunity to showcase their work in a gallery setting," noted Don Lamontanoro.

East Hampton Poetry Marathon Hosting Finale At East Hampton Library

by Kristen Catalano
Performing Arts - The featured readers are "local notables who celebrate among other things our East End light and landscape," said Dee Slavutin.

Hamptons-Based Artists Presenting "Defenders Of The Water"

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "I'd never thought I'd have a venue where I could show all my friends' work," Salvatore Termini shared. "We have a crazy lineup of artists."

Joyce Varvatos And Alexandra Hayden Presenting "The Chaos Theory"

by Kristen Catalano
In the Galleries - "Showing talented artists was only one of our goals when Alex and I decided to collaborate on a summer exhibition," Varvatos explained. "The other was to make sure we were having fun."

Scott Avett Of The Avett Brothers Performing During Hamptons "About Face" Curators And Artists Talk

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "The world knows Scott as an incredible musician, and with this exhibition, Scott has also shown himself to be an exceptional painter and curator," noted David Kratz.

Scott Hewett, Lauren E. Loscialo, Ellyn Tucker And Johnny Easel Featured In "Many A Muse"

by Kristen Catalano
In the Galleries - "Painting is the one constant in my life," noted Scott Hewett.

Sag Harbor Historical Society Invites You To A Spectacular Sag Harbor Show And Tell

by Kristen Catalano
Art News - "You just never know what kind of things people might bring," said Nancy Remkus.

The Sag Harbor Cinema Restoration Project With eBay Auctioning Off Tea With Julie Andrews, "Today" Show Experience, Skype Session With Katie Lee And More

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "There's something special about having a company like eBay help save a classic cinema on Long Island," explained Nick Gazzolo.

Alan Cumming And Toni Collette Supporting Films At 25th Annual Hamptons International Film Festival

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "HIFF is thrilled to announce the unique and dynamic voices that will be presented for our anniversary edition," shared Hamptons International Film Festival Executive Director Anne Chaisson.

Christie Brinkley, Mario Cantone, Susan Lucci, Brooke Shields, Ali Wentworth, And More Featured In Hamptons "Celebrity Autobiography"

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "You will find out what exactly happened between Liza and Geraldo in a hotel room, the secret recipe behind Elvis's peanut butter and banana sandwich," noted Eugene Pack. "Why Zayn left One Direction."

Nearly 100 Artists Donating Works For Annual Hamptons "Box Art Benefit Auction"

by Kristen Catalano
In the Galleries - "So many artists on the East End have once again contributed their time, talent and singular creativity to produce these unique works of portable art for this most worthy cause," shared Arlene Bujese.

Citizens For Access Rights Presenting "The Sandlot" During Outdoor Movie Night

by Jamie Aranoff
On The Screen - "We look forward to this event every summer," said Nicole Castillo of CfAR.

Montauk Exhibition Showcasing Art Created From Shoreline Finds

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "I was not sure exactly what I was going to do with all these shells I had collected but I had a certainty that I would do wonders with them," explained Fotopoulos.

INTERVIEW: East Hampton Native Isaac Klein On "The School Of Doing: Lessons From Theater Master Gerald Freedman"

by Nicole Barylski
The Bookshelf - "There was no way I was not going to reach out to Chita Rivera, Patti LuPone, Kevin Kline, and Mandy Patinkin, and Hal Holbrook," Klein told Hamptons.com.

INTERVIEW: Sal "The Voice" Valentinetti On His "AGT" Judges, Why You Should Want Him At Your Wedding, His First Original Song, And More

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "Each song has a very personal touch," Valentinetti said about his new album.

Red Hot Chili Peppers' Chad Smith Joining Local Legends The Nancy Atlas Project On Stage

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "They have a long history of performing together, and this show is definitely not to be missed," noted Carlos Lama.

Catching Up With Alec Baldwin, Alex Guarnaschelli, Jessica Seinfeld, And More At East Hampton Library's "Authors Night"

by Nicole Barylski
The Bookshelf - "It was really tough because you want to be honest but you don't want to hurt other people so you really have to pull your punches and figure out where that balance is," Baldwin said about deciding what to include in his memoir.

INTERVIEW: "Ladies Of London" Star Marissa Hermer On "An American Girl In London" And More

by Nicole Barylski
The Bookshelf - "I felt really guilty about it so the way I was able to almost satisfy those maternal needs was to nourish the boys," Hermer said about being on bed rest for most of her third pregnancy.

Music For Montauk To Present World-Class Concerts At Top Hamptons Sunset Locales

by Kristen Catalano
Performing Arts - "The performances are timed to end just before sunset so the combination of location, light and music creates a complete experience," said Lilah Gosman.

23rd Annual Show On The Montauk Green To Feature Artists Of All Mediums

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "Going into it's 23rd year, I think what all of us as artists and the Montauk Artists' Association as a group hope to see is the Eastern Long Island community turn out to experience and be touched by art, a connection that is at times both unexpected and inexplicable," said Ron Mellott.

Hamptons Summer Theater Review: Bay Street's "As You Like It"

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - This production gives American energy to Shakespeare's words in a dynamic new form.

Royce Weatherly Exhibition To Debut During "Discover Watermill Day"

by Kristen Catalano
In the Galleries - "The Watermill Center has been a long time admirer Royce Weatherly's work," explained Noah Khoshbin.

The Barefoot Movement Headlining Sylvester Manor Educational Farm Summer Concert

by Kristen Catalano
Live Music View - The Barefoot Movement is "one of the most promising young bands on the bluegrass scene," according to CMT Edge.

INTERVIEW: Author Holly Peterson Dishes On "It Happens in the Hamptons" And More

by Nicole Barylski
The Bookshelf - "I spend a lot of time surfing and writing in the Hamptons," Peterson told Hamptons.com.

INTERVIEW: Author Victor P. Corona Dishes On His Storied Introduction To Manhattan's Nightlife

by Nicole Barylski
The Bookshelf - "From the Warhol Superstars to the Limelight / Tunnel club kids and Lady Gaga's Lower East Side crew, they are extremely creative, talented, and glamorous people," said Corona about Night Class' subjects.

Architecture: Does Modernism Still Matter? Find Out During "Out Of The Question" At Southampton Arts Center

by Warren Strugatch
Art News - Some of the most boldly innovative and playfully radical designs ever produced for American houses were conceived and built on the East End during the 1930s through the 1970s.

INTERVIEW: Dennis Fabiszak On East Hampton Library's 13th Annual "Authors Night"

by Nicole Barylski
The Bookshelf - "This is one of the few events that all of the celebrities are here for the sole purpose of speaking with and interacting with the guests," Fabiszak told Hamptons.com.

Fifth Annual Women's Surf Film Festival To Highlight Surfers From The US, Australia, New Zealand, Maldives, And More

by Sydney A. Braat
On The Screen - "I'm excited to bring the creative inspiration and culture of this year's selection of women's surf films to Montauk, in an effort to expand the reach of our featured filmmakers and fearless female surfers beyond NYC," said Lava Girl Surf's co-founder Davina Grincevicius.

East End-Based Museum Presenting Works From Over 50 Local Artists

by Jamie Aranoff
In the Galleries - "I wanted to make sure that the rest of the East End's artistic community had an opportunity to show their work," said Kimberly Goff.

BodyStories: Teresa Fellion Dance To Premiere New Piece During Hamptons Performances

by Jamie Aranoff
Performing Arts - "The choreography is action-packed with a strong flow, a current that is sometimes tidal, washing the dancers back and forth across St. Mark's Church, turning the terrarium into an aquarium," said Brian Seiburt.

Brandon Jenner, Joshua Radin, And Rachael Yamagata Headlining Sirius XM's Coffee House Hamptons Concert

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "This record embodies the hardships and triumphs that have contributed to my recent growth spurt of emotional development," said Jenner.

Tommy Emmanuel's "It's Never Too Late" Tour Stopping In The Hamptons

by Kristen Catalano
Live Music View - "It was an unforgettable experience playing my first solo show at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville," says Tommy Emmanuel.

See Young Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis In Never-Before-Seen Photographs By Famed Society Photographer Bert Morgan

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "It is a privilege to get to work with such an important icon in our society, for women, for leaders - in society, politics, fashion, and American culture," reflected Jill Malusky, Executive Director of the East Hampton Historical Society.

INTERVIEW: Director Rory Kennedy On "Take Every Wave: The Life Of Laird Hamilton"

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "I've always been interested in people who push themselves to their limits and are the best at what they do and Laird certainly fit that description," Kennedy told Hamptons.com.

Long Island-Based Artist Collective Partners With The Parrish For "Road Show"

by Kristen Catalano
In the Galleries - "I'm excited to work with Auto Body to connect the East End to other areas of Long Island, in this case Bellport, and all that lies in between," said Corinne Erni.

ADRC Presents Art For Alzheimer's Celebrating Paint At The Parrish

by Lee Fryd
Art News - "It takes at least ten or 12 people to care for one individual who has Alzheimer's," noted Bobbie Braun.

Relive And Experience The Universal And Humanizing Connection To Water At Reisha Perlmutter's First Solo Exhibit At Roman Fine Art

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "The flesh ends and the water begins, the flesh feels and looks like flesh because of the water," said Perlmutter.

Alan Alda To Help Launch 34th Annual Bridgehampton Chamber Music Festival

by Jamie Aranoff
Live Music View - "I'm looking forward to the performances when I'll sitting next to extraordinary musicians as they play those parts of this story that can't be conveyed in words, but only in music," Alda said.

Celebrate Optimism At Johannes Vogt Gallery's Third Annual Hamptons "The Barn Show"

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "We're bringing another cutting edge show to the Hamptons to challenge the audience out east," said Johannes Vogt.

The Contemporary Portraiture Explored In "About Face"

by Kristen Catalano
In the Galleries - "From Eric Fischl's expressive realism to Mickalene Thomas's in-your-face presentation to Will Cotton's idealized perfection to the tautness of Jacob Hayes' everyday scene," said co-curator David Kratz.

"Peter And The Wolf" Coming To Montauk Playhouse Community Center Foundation And Children's Museum Of The East End

by Jamie Aranoff
Performing Arts - "I so enjoy this production because it is a total 'locally sourced' performance," shared Sara Jo Strickland.

Montauk Oceans Institute Helping You Get To "Know Your FISHerman"

by Eileen Casey
In the Galleries - The show will include a Commercial Fisherman Photo show by Grant Monahan and a fish species art display curated by Scott Bluedorn.

Go Back To 1897 And Witness The First Moving Pictures Shown In Sag Harbor During "Fridays On The Porch"

by Sydney A. Braat
On The Screen - "Fridays on the Porch are a great way for community members and visitors to come together and hear about our rich and wonderful history," said Nancy Remkus.

Hamptons-Based Gallery Tackling "The Girl Next Door"

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "The arts are a tremendously powerful medium for connecting people and building bridges towards a deeper appreciation of the personal journeys we all make and challenges we all face," noted Thomas Krever.

Fitzgerald Fine Arts Opening Hamptons Gallery

by Kristen Catalano
In the Galleries - "For this special opening, FitzGerald Fine Arts will be showcasing seminal works by contemporary Asian artists," shared Justin Warner.

Hamptons-Based Museum Hosting Two Family-Friendly Summer Concerts

by Jamie Aranoff
Live Music View - The series will launch with Songs for Unusual Creatures.

FIT's Dr. Valerie Steele To Discuss The Connection Between Fashion And Art

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "As an admirer of Dr. Valerie Steele's work, I am thrilled that she is a part of our summer series to discuss how fashion and art echo each other in today's world," said Corinne Erni.

INTERVIEW: Jarrod Spector And Kelli Barrett On "Look At It My Way" And More

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "I still have moments of being nervous and then I look over at my wife and she smiles back at me and everything's fine," Spector told Hamptons.com

Tripoli Gallery Presenting Yung Jake's "Emoji Portraits"

by Jamie Aranoff
In the Galleries - "Aware of modern day technologies and unbound to any particular creative field or medium, Yung Jake's work is constantly evolving and always one step ahead of today's fast-paced trends," noted Tripoli Patterson.

Hampton Bays Restaurant Hosting Free Summer Concert Series

by Jamie Aranoff
Live Music View - "We are very excited to bring shows this summer to Cowfish and we look forward to a fun season," said restaurant owner David Hersh.

"The Princess Bride," "Jaws," "Remember The Titans" Among Free Southampton Screenings

by Jamie Aranoff
Hamptons International Film Festival - Why not kick-off the weekend with a free film screening of a beloved classic?

"25 Years: 25 Films" Comes To Montauk

by Jamie Aranoff
Hamptons International Film Festival - Partnering with the Hamptons International Film Festival, Gurney's and The Surf Lodge are hosting several complimentary films throughout the summer.

Free Summer Movie Series To Be Held In East Hampton On Fridays

by Jamie Aranoff
Hamptons International Film Festival - Hamptons International Film Festival is kicking off the summer with free family films ever Friday Night!

Upstairs Art Fair Entering The Hamptons Art Fair Scene

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "We have tried to do an even split of Hamptons galleries and city galleries in a way that feels integrated," shared Bill Powers.

"Art In The Park" Returning To Southampton

by Kristen Catalano
In the Galleries - "As one of the Hamptons most prestigious exhibitions, the public can enjoy the fine arts expo free of charge," Dom Lamontanaro noted.

Deborah Black's Serene Paintings Inspired By Local Nature To Be Showcased

by Kristen Catalano
In the Galleries - "Using oil, acrylic, watercolor, and crayon, she drew and painted a number of series inspired by trees surrounding her home in East Hampton," said Arlene Bujese.

Summer Theater Review: "Intimate Apparel" At Bay Street Theater In Sag Harbor

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - It is a show that when you leave the theater you feel like you have just witnessed something truly special, mainly because you have.

Meet Ina Garten, Colson Whitehead, Carl Bernstein, And More At "Fridays At Five"

by Sydney A. Braat
The Bookshelf - "Fridays at Five is the premier literary series in the Hamptons celebrating its 33rd year," said Steven Gaines of the Hampton Library.

Local Artists Take On Aquatic Life In Children's Museum Of The East End's "Mostly Fish"

by Kristen Catalano
In the Galleries - "One of my goals with curating shows at CMEE is to introduce an audience who might otherwise be unfamiliar with the incredible museum right in their own backyard," said Kimberly Goff.

Art Market + Design To Showcase 65 Top Galleries From Around The World

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "Adam Handler is a young genius of an artist who has already found his place in the collections of numerous board members internationally," said Janet Lehr.

INTERVIEW: Director Brian Knappenberger On Netflix's "Nobody Speak: Trials Of The Free Press"

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "I also think we have to stand up for the concept of journalism and why it's important," Knappenberger told Hamptons.com.

Hamptons Johannes Brahms' "German Requiem" Concert To Bring Together Trio Of Choirs

by Kristen Catalano
Live Music View - "At this unsettled point in our country's history, the German Requiem's vigor and reassurance really strike deep, beautiful chords," said Danny McKeever.

Celebrate Independence Day With Musician Phoebe Legere At Stephen Talkhouse

by Kristen Catalano
Live Music View - "In giving back, we're becoming more grounded and spiritual," said Legere.

Literary Death Match Coming To The Hamptons

by Kristen Catalano
Art News - "The Literary Death Match combines the best things about literature, mixed with a rare, anarchic energy," noted Ben Greenman of The New Yorker.

15 Contemporary Artists To Be Featured In Roman Fine Art's 7th Annual "Art On The Edge"

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - The work featured at Roman Fine Art is eclectic and high quality, making Art on the Edge a must-see exhibition this summer.

Catch Late Night Host Favorite, Jay Leno, At A Rare Benefit Performance Over July 4th Weekend

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - Leno will test his humor live with his "everyman" style and personality.

INTERVIEW: "Grey's Anatomy" Star Kelly McCreary On Her Theater Return, Summer In The Hamptons, And More

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "I can't imagine a better way to spend the summer," McCreary told Hamptons.com.

Free Hamptons Concerts At Agawam Park And Coopers Beach To Begin Before Independence Day

by Kristen Catalano
Live Music View - "I am very excited about the diverse line up which ranges from favorites like the Lone Sharks and Mambo Loco to Klezmer, classical and Broadway," said Kirsten Lonnie.

Montauk Gallery Exhibition To Feature Exclusive Photographs Of Andy Warhol And Jacqueline Kennedy And John Kennedy Jr.

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "My happiest memories of Montauk come from the summer of 1972 which I spent at the Warhol estate with the Kennedy children, Peter Beard, Lee Radziwill, and, of course, Andy himself," said Mekas.

"Painter To Painter" Series To Debut At Parrish Art Museum In July

by Kristen Catalano
In the Galleries - "Eric and I have had many conversations about the artist John Graham, and when the idea of a gallery talk arose, he graciously agreed to lead one—but not from the perspective of an art historian, but just 'painter to painter,'" said Alicia G. Longwell.

Dr. Gregory Hedberg To Speak About The Influence Of Degas' Famous "Little Dancer" On Modern Art

by Kristen Catalano
Museum News - "Dr. Hedberg gave serious thought to a long-forgotten sculpture by Degas and reveals in this book his careful analysis on how Little Dancer changed modern art," said Tom Edmonds.

Farewell For Now! Mamalee Rose And Friends To Have Their Final Show At Guild Hall In East Hampton

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - "It's an absolute blast when we get to play our favorite songs and think through a show in a theater," said Rose Lawler.

The Hilaria & Alec Baldwin Foundation Help Hamptons International Film Festival Launch Scholarship Fund

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "Our youth are the next generation of storytellers, and it is important that HIFF continue to provide access to the filmmaking arts," explained Anne Chaisson.

Free Montauk Summer Concert Series To Launch In June

by Jamie Aranoff
Live Music View - "We've just gotten back from playing in Cannes, one of the most exciting and celebrated beach towns in the world, and we're delighted to be back in our hometown," shared PJ Delia of Joe Delia & Thieves.

"Collage" To Debut At East End Arts Gallery Over Father's Day Weekend

by Kristen Catalano
In the Galleries - "Today's collage is a beautiful and sophisticated art form balancing composition, color and content with personal style," said Jane Kirkwood, East End Arts Gallery Director.

The Curator's View Gallery Talk To Explore Parrish Art Museum's "John Graham: Maverick Modernist"

by Kristen Catalano
In the Galleries - "I look forward to this opportunity to join our visitors in the galleries and to encourage a dialogue," said Alicia G. Longwell. "Being right in front of the paintings always sparks a really lively conversation."

Whitney Houston And Laird Hamilton Documentaries Among HIFF's SummerDocs Films

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "Artistic Director David Nugent and I believe this will be one of the best SummerDoc seasons yet," shared Alec Baldwin.

New Orleans-Based Band To Highlight Its "Backbone-Cracking Music" In The Hamptons

by Jamie Aranoff
Live Music View - "It's always exciting for us to bring our brand of backbone cracking music to the beautiful setting of the Hamptons," said band vocalist and trumpet player K.C. O'Rorke.

Sag Harbor Partnership Reveals Anonymous Donor Who Contributed $1 Million To Sag Harbor Cinema

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "Great cultural destinations, museums, theaters, and film centers don't happen by accident," noted Sag Harbor Partnership President Nick Gazzolo. "They happen when leaders say we are a better community if we can create a space for culture."

Center Stage Bringing The "Boys Of Broadway" To The Hamptons

by Kristen Catalano
Performing Arts - "It just seems right to celebrate Father's Day and kick-off this season with ballads and balladeers. Darren and his guests will also remind us that we have so much to look forward to in the coming season - drama, comedy, nostalgia, music, and fantasy," said Michael Disher.

"Out Of The Question" To Explore The Business Of Art: Passion Or Profit?

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "The role of artists in society today is more important than ever in terms of seeing through the fog of political rhetoric and confronting the realities of our society and our culture," said Warren Strugatch.

Hamptons Summer Theater Review: Bay Street Theater's "The Man In The Ceiling"

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - The Man in the Ceiling is a show that will stir emotions, make you laugh and in the end leave you gleeful.

Hamptons-Based Museum Exploring The "Path To The Presidency"

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "The 2016 Presidential campaign may have been a shocking and unexpected campaign to many, but mudslinging and provocative slogans were always a part of the political landscape," noted John Eilertsen.

Bay Street Theater's "The Man In The Ceiling" Premiering With "Pay What You Can" Performance

by Kristen Catalano
Performing Arts - "I am thrilled this new musical will open the 2017 Mainstage Season at Bay Street, continuing to affirm our deep commitment to the production of new works for the stage," said Scott Schwartz.

Dan Koontz Headlining Final 2017 Songwriters Share Concert Series

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "Songwriters share the proceeds of each concert with a local charity of their choice - they also share what has inspired them to write their songs," noted Nancy Remkus.

Hampton Theatre Company To Present Michael Frayn's "Alarms And Excursions"

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "It is not just that the characters are at the perpetual mercy of inanimate objects, it is their own failure to communicate with each other that causes a shiver," said Charles Spencer of The Telegraph.

Artist Benjamin Keating's Debut Solo Exhibition On Display In The Hamptons

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "In this series, the free-association of images and the innate nature of his rhythmic improvisations provide Keating with a unique ability to mediate scale—where 'rightness' is measured not with size alone, but with the accuracy of size in portraying a psychological condition that is unified, yet flexible," said Phong Bui.

Over 15 Hamptons Exhibitions Premiering Over Memorial Day Weekend

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - Just like the weather, the Hamptons art gallery scene is heating up over Memorial Day weekend.

Southampton Artists Association's Memorial Day Art Show To Feature Over 50 Artists

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "There truly is something for everyone at this show," noted SAA president Dom Lamontanaro.

Montauk Artists' Association's 9th Annual Memorial Day Weekend Show To Feature Over 50 Artists

by Sydney A. Braat
Art News - "To stand in front of a painting, sculpture, piece of glass, jewelry or ceramics and just be speechless, in awe of the beauty, feeling, thoughts and emotions welling up inside of us--beautiful and priceless. These feelings and emotions also will always be with you," said Ron Mellot. 

The Nancy Atlas Project Celebrating Release Of First CD In Seven Years At Stephen Talkhouse

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "It is layered with sit in's from Inda Eaton, Chad Smith and Clark Gayton (trombone) just to name a few," shared Atlas.

Parrish Art Museum To Hold Free Open House Art, Community, And Collaboration Event

by Sydney A. Braat
Art News - "With this event, the Museum's Education Committee is seeking to explore the relevance of art in the current political climate," said Cara Conklin-Wingfield.

Montauk Music Festival To Bring Three Days Of Free Concerts To "The End"

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "We're very excited. This year we're going to feature two new stages on the Green, some really great, new amazing talent," shared Kenny Giustino.

Billy Joel, Martin Scorsese, And Harvey Weinstein Backing Sag Harbor Cinema Restoration Efforts

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "For as long as I can remember, the Sag Harbor Cinema has stood as a beacon of culture on Long Island," shared Martin Scorsese.

Pop-Up "Water Color Works" Exhibition To Highlight Hamptons-Based Watercolor Artists

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "The reason we became the group, is because we all have grown so much together, when we hold a review at the end of class, there is an exciting co-relation between all our works," explained Kirsten Benfield.

Baba Israel To Be Featured In Next "LIVE from SAC" Concert

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "We are trying to showcase that most of today's music in the western world has common roots and are not unique separate styles," noted Claes Brondal.

Southampton Choreographer, Kendra Mace Clark, Launches Project PAUSE

by Sydney A. Braat
Art News - "I am most excited about the collaborative nature of this work and that it is broadening the dance audience," said Kendra Mace Clark.

Julie Andrews To Be Honored With Lifetime Achievement Award During 25th Annual Hamptons International Film Festival

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "Julie Andrews is a true icon and captured the hearts and imaginations of children and adults alike the moment she first appeared on screen in Mary Poppins," said HIFF Co-Chairman Alec Baldwin.

Music For Montauk To Kick-off Season With "Spring Prelude" And Spring Awakening Party

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - "We have everything from the most intimate song to a Mozart Symphony this season," said Miloš Repicky.

Bay Street Holds Another Successful New Works Festival

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "We are very pleased with the response to the four readings," shared Scott Schwartz.

What To Expect This Summer At Riverhead's Suffolk Theater

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "We're really excited to be bringing some legendary names to the East End - from Three Dog Night and Don McLean to the Drifters, Belmonts, and Darlene Love," shared Daniel Binderman.

Parrish Art Museum Presenting Comprehensive John Graham Retrospective

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "In many ways Graham has been a hard artist to pin down, eluding as he does the oft-told narratives of modernism," said Alicia G. Longwell.

"Out Of The Question" To Kick-Off With Real Estate Panel

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "Not that I needed one, but, it's another good chance to hang out in the Hamptons and talk with some interesting people," Warren Strugatch joked.

And The Beat Goes On: "Alive In France" Featuring Music By Well-Known Composer Joe Delia To Premiere At Cannes Film Festival

by Eileen Casey
On The Screen - "The film Alive in France documents the friendship and musical collaboration between myself, Abel Ferrara and Paul Hipp," Joe Delia told Hamptons.com.

Artists Come Together To Celebrate Abstract Art At The White Room Gallery

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "It [painting] has always been a place where I can let myself go and take a journey to wherever the canvas takes me in that moment," reflected Jessica Singer.

Artist Mary Montes Curates Exhibit To Commemorate Today's Contemporary Painters

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "The inspiration for de Kooning & Friends comes from a love for fellow artists that I have connected with personally and aesthetically thru their work," said artist Mary Montes.

Boo-Hooray Summer Rental Opening In The Hamptons

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "I started Boo-Hooray ten years ago as a means of working with the kind of 20th century cultural residue that I felt needed representation in museums and academic libraries," explained Johan Kugelberg.

Gene Casey Headlining Upcoming Songwriters Share Concert Series

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "It is a welcomed change as a songwriter to perform in an intimate and acoustically rich room like the South Fork Congregation," said Gene Casey.

New Long Island-Based Theatre Company Using Crowdfunding To Raise Funds For Play About Beethoven

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - "It's [crowdfunding] the best way today to raise money for small projects," said Sawyer Spielberg.

Celebrate Spring With East Hampton's LongHouse Reserve During The 26th Annual Rites Of Spring

by Sydney A. Braat
Art News - "It is our pleasure at LongHouse to astonish our visitors with new sculptures, changed gardens, pathways in different directions and art at every turn," said Dianne B., LongHouse Reserve Board President.

Artist Asia Lee Explores How Art Can Unleash "What Lies Within Us"

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "I invite you to replace your fears, guilts and regrets with the peace and happiness found only in pure love," said artist Asia Lee.

INTERVIEW: Bay Street Artistic Director Scott Schwartz On This Year's New Works Festival

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "The whole point of this is to make it completely accessible to our entire community," noted Artistic Director Scott Schwartz.

Hampton Ballet Theatre School's Whimsical "Cinderella" Production Coming To East Hampton's Guild Hall

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "Hampton Ballet Theatre School's students are so excited to present Cinderella," said Sara Jo Strickland, Director Hampton Ballet Theatre School.

Parrish Art Museum Screening Documentary About Jane Jacobs' Fight To Preserve New York's Historic Neighborhoods

by Sydney A. Braat
On The Screen - "I am excited to screen this excellent documentary on urban citizenry and to welcome two experts on the topic," said Corinne Erni, Curator of Special Projects.

Artists Invited To Participate In Hamptons "Mystery" Art Show Benefit

by Julia Braat
In the Galleries - "In past years this has been a hugely successful event for the School, as well as great fun for the wider community," noted artist Sara Faulkner of the Springs School Visiting Art Program.

Cindy Pease Roe's Whale Tail Sculpture Project To Debut At Southampton Arts Center On Earth Day

by Olivia Braat
In the Galleries - "I have seen dramatic changes in and on the sea over many years, from a body of water that was pristine and teaming with life to an ocean that is under a lot of stress," noted Cindy Pease Roe.

Artist Eric Dever To Share His Perception Of "Parrish Perspectives: New Works In Context"

by Olivia Braat
In the Galleries - "It's always amazing to look at paintings through the eyes of an artist, especially one as thoughtful and articulate as Eric," explained Alicia Longwell.

Lexy Ho-Tai, Lotte Nielsen, And Carrie Mae Weems To Share Their Creative Process During "In Process @ The Watermill Center"

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "Being at the Watermill Center is helping me recharge my creative spirit; I'm usually so busy in New York City, so having time and space to focus on my personal work is an incredible gift," said Ho-Tai.

eARThHAMPTONS Art And Design Event To Celebrate Athos Zacharias, Naula Workshop's Hamptons Stiletto Daybed, And More

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "We look forward to continue growing an enjoyable way to combine all the elements that make up our habitats at large," noted Anahi DeCanio.

Bridgehampton's RJD Gallery To Unveil "Hamptons Juried Art Show" Finalists

by Julia Braat
In the Galleries - "We're very excited to present such a diverse and talented group of artists for a cause that support and saves children and women from abuse," explained Richard Demato.

Art Market Productions Partners With Leading Global Event Company

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "With this partnership, Art Market Productions finds itself within a network of over 150 consumer-facing events in the luxury marketplace, a position that will enhance marketing reach and streamline the overall production process," said Art Market Productions Managing Partner Jeffrey Wainhause.

INTERVIEW: 18-Year-Old Adam Jonah On Making Art Interactive, Being The Youngest Artist To Exhibit At ILLE Arts Gallery, And More

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "I believe that creativity and expression are a very joyous experience," said Jonah. "I hope to change the dynamic of how art is experienced."

"East End Collected3" Commemorates The End End's Long Tradition Of Fostering Creative Talent

by Olivia Braat
In the Galleries - "It's been a great service, I think, to the artistic community," Paton Miller said. "It's a great display of what's going on out here."

Interactive Murder Mystery Production Featured At East End-Based Theater This April

by Julia Braat
Performing Arts - "We searched everywhere for a murder mystery show that would be unique and satisfy the curiosity of our clientele," explained Daniel Binderman.

Edie Falco To Attend Q&A At Hamptons International Film Festival Screening Of Her Film "Judy Berlin"

by Sydney A. Braat
Hamptons International Film Festival - "Much of Judy Berlin, Eric Mendelsohn's evocatively eerie meditation on modern suburbia, takes place during what may be the longest solar eclipse known to movies," noted Stephen Holden.

Groove Is In The Hamptons: Annual East End Art Experience Ups The Ante

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "This year art groove will prove to be BETTER than ever," shared Art Groove Founder Geralyne Lewandowski.

INTERVIEW: "(500) Days Of Summer" And "The Fault In Our Stars" Co-Screenwriter Michael H. Weber On HIFF's Master Class, Movie Adaptations, And More

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "The great thing about being a screenwriter is you are usually the only one who gets to be alone with the project," said Weber.

ILLE Arts Gallery's "Eleven Under Thirty" Celebrating Up-And-Coming Artists

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "What inspired me was I wanted to give an opportunity for young people to have a forum in a gallery on the East End - to have a show," said ILLE Arts Gallery owner Sara DeLuca.

David Geiser, Charles Waller, And Mark S. Fisher Featured In The White Room Gallery's "Bent"

by Olivia Braat
In the Galleries - "When I draw in my journals my anxious mind relaxes and what comes forth often times are the interests and fears of my youth," said Mark S. Fisher.

"Extinction" At Guild Hall - An Unmissable Hamptons Theater Experience

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - Besides thrilling you with an amazing theater experience, it will introduce you to some actors who have stardom in their immediate future.

Interview: Ron Jones On "The Third Wave" Experiment In Palo Alto, California

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "We gave up our freedom at the thought of being better than somebody else," Jones said about the experiment.

Fred Raimondo Headlining Songwriters Share Concert Series In Support Of The Retreat

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "I will be joined by Sarah Green, Jean Schroeder and Paul Brokaw to perform a Benefit Concert for The Retreat," noted Fred Raimondo.

Golden Eagle Art Supply Store To Open Second Hamptons Location

by Olivia Braat
Art News - "We are looking forward to stocking our new space with an even more comprehensive selection of artist materials for all media," shared Nancy Rowan and Michael Weisman.

Bridgehampton Chamber Music Festival To Welcome The Brentano String Quartet

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "We know there is a desire for excellent programming year-round and are thrilled with the response we have received from the community both in concert attendance and philanthropic support," shared Executive Director Michael Lawrence.

Parrish Art Museum Screening Robert Frank Documentary

by Julia Braat
On The Screen - "I have long been fascinated by Robert Frank's work," shared Corinne Erni, Parrish Art Museum Curator of Special Projects. "He wasn't afraid to push the boundaries as a photographer and filmmaker.

RJD Gallery Reestablishes East End Location After Fire Consumed Its Sag Harbor Space

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "While we are going to miss the Sag Harbor community, we are excited to open the new gallery," said Eve Gianni Corio.

Hampton Theatre Company's Adaption Of "An Act Of The Imagination" Is Jam-packed With Thrilling Unforeseen Twists And Turns

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - Director Edward Brennan is presenting Slade's (who also wrote Fatal Attraction) play with all the "bells and whistles" of a high priced Broadway show.

INTERVIEW: "The Voice" Winner Jordan Smith On Coach Adam Levine, His First Time As A Headliner, And More

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "It's been really fun and interesting to get to be in an intimate environment with an audience," Smith told Hamptons.com. "I'm so used to performing on television for millions."

Choral Society Of The Hamptons Celebrating The Arrival Of Spring With "Across The Centuries"

by Julia Braat
Live Music View - This unique show will feature guest sopranist Emilia Donato and organist Thomas Bohlert in a compilation featuring renowned pieces spanning over 300 years in East Hampton on March 26 at 5 pm in the East Hampton Presbyterian Church.

LIVE From SAC Returns With Nilson Matta's Brazilian Voyage Trio

by Julia Braat
Art News - "It will literally take the audience on an exciting Brazilian Voyage," said Claes Brondal.

Gentleman's Game Featured In Second Solo Exhibition With East Hampton's Roman Fine Art

by Olivia Braat
In the Galleries - "I was riveted by their vision of a turbulent, drowned and unforgiving world," Damien Roman said.

Hampton Theatre Company Bringing To Life A Whodunit Murder Mystery At Quogue Community Hall

by Olivia Braat
Performing Arts - "An Act of the Imagination is Bernard Slade's clever and masterful whodunit where duplicity, cunning and deceit promise to keep even the most seasoned theater detectives in suspense until the final moment," said Terry Brennan, General Manager of Hampton Theatre Company.

"In Process @ The Watermill Center" To Feature Physical Plastic And William Stewart

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "The Watermill Center, the Hamptons' ocean light and the Shinnecock Reservation have and will continue to inspire me," William Stewart explained.

Annabelle Attanasio, Jess dela Merced, And Andrew Semans To Participate In 17th Annual HIFF Screenwriters Lab

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "Our focus on fostering up-and-coming talent in the HIFF community is at the forefront of our festival's mission, and our Screenwriters Lab is one of our most valued events," explained David Nugent.

"Extinction" And "Angry Young Man" Coming To East Hampton's Guild Hall

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "McKinley's snappy play Extinction had me laughing out loud and then cringing uncomfortably," said Director, Josh Gladstone.

Exciting Spoken Word Performance By New York Artist Michael Holman Tracing The Steps To Modern Culture

by Julia Braat
Performing Arts - "Having been right in the heart of it, Michael Holman offers a very personal portrait of the eclectic and outrageous art and hip-hop scene of downtown New York in the 1980's," noted Amy Kirwin

East End Fringe Festival To Provide "Theatre On The Edge" This Summer

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "The festival is not just about presenting new plays to a new audience," said Debbie Slevin, Artistic Director.

INTERVIEW: Musician Gene Casey On The Lone Sharks' New Album, The Band's Rare Concert-Style Show, And More

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "This concert is a milestone for us. It's an opportunity to sum up where we've been and forecast where we're going," shared Gene Casey.

Montauk Library To Present "Natural Abstractions + Landscape Loves"

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "It's no secret that I am smitten by our beautiful landscape; I am grateful to be able to live here every single day," shared Dawn Watson.

A Look At The Final 2017 Winterfest Weekend

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - The time has come to say goodbye to Winterfest - Live on the Vine, the four week, mid-winter music, wine and performing arts festival.

Artists Alliance Of East Hampton Kicking Off 2017 Season With Members Show

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "There are many new members and a new energy at the Alliance which we expect will propel this long time East End organization into exciting things in the future," shared Anahi DeCanio.

PechaKucha Night Hamptons Returning To Parrish Art Museum

by Olivia Braat
Performing Arts - "The wealth of creativity in the East End community is just amazing," said Corinne Erni.

"Promises, Promises" - A Success As It Delivers As Promised At Southampton Cultural Center

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - Promises, Promises is everything that's wonderful about musical theatre in the Hamptons.

Talented Celtic Duo Mixing Tradition With Modernity During Energetic Shelter Island St. Patrick's Day Show

by Julia Braat
Live Music View - Katie McNally and Neil Pearlman will bring their incredible years of experience and talent to the Shelter Island Presbyterian Church on St. Patrick's Day at 7:30pm.

OLA of Eastern Long Island Promoting Unity Through Music

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "By the end of the summer, when the all the negative rhetoric around the election was building, I was convinced that we must create a project that showed how beautifully our East End represents unity, generosity and collaboration," noted Minerva Perez.

Guild Hall's 79th Annual Members Exhibition Now Accepting Registrants

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "The Artist Member Show, now in its 79th year, means a great deal to artists in our community; it's an opportunity for them to exhibit their work in a museum, gain exposure, meet other artists, and even win awards in different categories, each year with a different awards juror," remarked Stephanie deTroy Miller, Registrar and Curatorial Assistant at Guild Hall.

Bonac Tonic Celebrating 12th Birthday With New Art Show

by Olivia Braat
In the Galleries - "Bonac Tonic is a collective of painters, sculptors, photographers, and other artists based in the Hamptons who curate local group shows with an emphasis on new and emerging artists," explained Haffner.

Winterfest Week Three To Bring Wine Tastings, Live Music, Art Happenings, And More

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - You only have two more weeks to enjoy Winterfest - Live on the Vine, the four week, mid-winter music, wine and performing arts festival, so if you haven't seen a show yet, start making plans now.

INTERVIEW: Bridgehampton Chamber Music Festival Founder Marya Martin On The Spring Series, Summer Shows, And The Festival's Future

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "To me, music should be part of people's lives and we haven't gotten there yet," Martin told Hamptons.com

Southampton Arts Center And Telluride Mountainfilm Presenting Sundance Film Festival Winner "Sonita"

by Sydney A. Braat
On The Screen - "Sonita's beats are as solid as stones, her rhymes are fierce, and her videos are a piercing howl against the constant injustice, fear, and sexism women must endure," wrote the Sundance Jury.

Southampton Cultural Center Bringing Neil Simon's "Promises, Promises" To The Hamptons

by Olivia Braat
Performing Arts - "Infectious, rhythmic and toe-tapping, Promises, Promises delivers smart music and lyrics, with some well-known standards in the mix, and a clever book by the master of comedy, Neil Simon," said Michael Disher.

What To Expect During The Second Weekend Of Winterfest - Live On The Vine

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - Winterfest - Live on the Vine, the four week, mid-winter music, wine and performing arts festival, is back at it again this weekend.

artUNPRIMED Set To Debut Final Exhibition At Sag Harbor Pop Up Space

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Despite the disparate sources of the images, they share an earthy color palette," shared artist Michele Dragonetti.

Southampton Historical Museum Highlighting The Rise And Demise Of Southampton's Whaling Industry

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Southampton had the first commercial patent for off-shore whaling in the colonies," explained Tom Edmonds.

Knowledge Bennett's "Repeat Offender" Coming To The Hamptons

In the Galleries - "The still image is unapologetic by nature," shared artist Knowledge Bennett. "It doesn't waiver, negotiate nor compromise."

Bay Street Theater To Welcome Richie Redding, Dave Sirus, Marie Faustin, And Joseph Vecsey During All Star Comedy Show

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "It's awesome to see the loyal following it has developed," said Joseph Vecsey. "People are appreciating the quality comics we are bringing out."

Local Artists Find Their "Sense Of Place" In New Hamptons Exhibit

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "We are excited to begin the New Year with this visually stunning and environmentally mindful exhibition," said Amy Kirwin.

Winterfest - Live On The Vine's Opening Weekend Schedule

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - The four week, mid-winter music, wine and performing arts festival will feature fantastic performances, delicious eats and sips, and more.

New Hamptons Exhibit Explores The Boat Hulls Of Montauk

by Julia Braat
In the Galleries - "With my Boat Hulls photography series I seek to capture the individual character and texture of surfaces impacted by the elements and time, highlighted by the overlay of generally consistent structural features," noted Michele Dragonetti.

Over 70 Performances To Take Place During Winterfest's 10th Anniversary

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - "Winterfest has proven its value to the East End by highlighting the area as an exciting destination through brand recognition," said Patricia Drake Snyder.

East End-Based Not-For-Profit In Need Of Artists And Artisans For Annual Memorial Day Weekend Fine Arts And Craft Festival

by Julia Braat
Art News - "We are pleased to feature fine artisans and craftspeople at the festival - an opportunity to local artisans to showcase and sell their works," shared Stephanie Israel.

Southampton Arts Center Offering Three Different Workshops For Kids During February School Break

by Julia Braat
Art News - "Southampton Arts Center has made it a priority to offer a wide variety of programs for all ages, and we are pleased to work with these wonderful partners to provide artistic and educational activities for children during the mid-winter break," shared Southampton Arts Center Director of Programs, Amy Kirwin.

Muriel Hanson Falborn's Plant-Focused Work To Be Exhibited At The Hampton Library

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "Native plants have been an important focus of Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt since 2005," said Sandra Ferguson.

Over 30 Artists Highlighted In Southampton Artists Association's "Winter Art Show"

by Olivia Braat
In the Galleries - "Most of all the works are for sale, including many bin items at reasonable prices," said Danielle Leef.

East End Winter Salon Reinventing The Typical Gallery Experience

by Julia Braat
In the Galleries - "My hope for this exhibition, What We Love About the East End, is that it functions, both, as a gallery for the three founders works and a space that brings together the community for collaboration," shared Robin Rice.

East End Opry Kicking Off New Series At The Coast Grill

by Sydney A. Braat
Art News - "I can't express how excited I am to move forward with the presence of the EEO to enhance The Coast Grill environment," owner Pam Miller shared.

Hamptons International Film Festival Commemorating 25th Anniversary With "25 Years: 25 Films" Series

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "We thought this would be a great opportunity to bring some of the best films of the last 25 years to moviegoers around the country," shared HIFF Executive Director Anne Chaisson.

Hamptons International Film Festival Screening Several Academy AwardŽ Nominated Films

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - Brush up on nominated shorts during a special Hamptons screening.

The Neo-Political Cowgirls, The Retreat And East End Community Rising Up Against Domestic Violence

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "We believe the Arts to be a powerful tool to create change," noted Kate Mueth.

Poignant Documentary To Be Featured At The Parrish Art Museum During Family Month

by Julia Braat
On The Screen - Underwater Dreams tells the story of a Mexican immigrant who embarks on a robotics competition against a powerhouse M.I.T. competitor.

Songwriters Share Concert Series Founder To Take The Stage

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "This will be a concert for families and kids," shared Nancy Remkus.

"LIVE From Southampton Arts Center" Taking On "Beneath The Underdog: The Music Of Charles Mingus"

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "Mingus moved from shabby roadhouses to fabulous estates, from the psychiatric wards of Bellevue to worlds of mysticism and solitude, but for all his travels never straying too far, always returning to music," noted Claes Brondal.

Things Are Heating Up At The White Room This Valentine's Day

by Olivia Braat
In the Galleries - "With the chaos of this year's inauguration, we felt like it would be a good year to have a broad range of interpretation on the theme Love & Passion, and that certainly has shown through," explained Karyn Mannix.

Celebrate Valentine's Day With A Performance Of "Love Letters"

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "Rosemary Cline and Andrew Botsford are fantastic in A.R.Gurney's 'Love Letters,'" remarked Tom Edmonds.

Celebrate The Chinese Lunar New Year And Asian Arts At The Southampton Cultural Center

by Sydney A. Braat
Art News - "We at the Southampton Cultural Center (SCC) are delighted to be hosting this Lunar New Year celebration as part of our cultural outreach," said Kirsten Lonnie, Executive Director of Southampton Cultural Center.

Local School Welcomed Shakespeare & Company For Annual Residency Program With Young Students

by Julia Braat
Performing Arts - "Our goal is not just for the kids to understand the story of these plays, but for them to bring the stories alive," shared the mentors.

Nationally Acclaimed Acoustic Rock Artist, Inda Eaton, To Perform At Third Annual Songwriters Share

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "Inda Eaton is an amazing artist. She has brought her talent to the children at Project MOST many times in the past few years," said Susan Gentile Hackett, Project Most.

Paul Simon's Longtime Bassist To Speak About "Under The African Skies" Documentary During North Fork Screening

by Julia Braat
On The Screen - The East End Arts will present a documentary tracing Paul Simon's journey back to South Africa followed by a Q&A by bassist Bakithi Kumalo.

Choral Society Of The Hamptons Holding Auditions For Spring Concert

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "We're excited that Walter Klauss, acclaimed choral director and organist, will guest conduct this concert," explained David M. Brandenburg.

Internationally Acclaimed Artist, Elektra KB, Featured In Solo Hamptons Exhibition

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - The exhibition will speak to issues of migration, mobility, transculturality, and a sense of place.

Guild Hall Accepting Applications For Teens To Serve On New Teen Arts Council

by Sydney A. Braat
Art News - "The Teen Arts Council (TAC) format is a proven national model for encouraging teens to engage with arts and cultural institutions," remarked Andrea Grover, Executive Director of Guild Hall.

"Elizabeth Richard Memorial Annual Members' Show" Centers On "My Unique Style"

by Olivia Braat
In the Galleries - "Our Members' Show features artwork by over 120 of our member artists," explained Jane Kirkwood.

INTERVIEW: Comedian Joseph Vecsey On Bringing Rising Stars To Bay Street, His Dream All Star Comedy Show Guest And More

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "My dream guests to bring to Bay Street theater would be music acts actually," shared Vecsey. "I'd love to have DMX and Puff Daddy."

Kate Eberstadt, Brune Charvin, Khesrau Behroz And Makram Hamdan Leading The Watermill Center's First Family Day Of 2017

by Olivia Braat
Art News - "We've planned our mid-winter Family Day for parents and children to have a hands-on creative immersion in The Watermill Center experience," shared Andrea Cote.

Parrish Art Museum Hosting People's State Of The Union Story Circle

by Olivia Braat
Art News - "The Story Circle aims to create a space for sharing and listening and to bring together our communities at the Parrish," said Corinne Erni.

"The Money Shot" At Southampton Cultural Center - A Winter Must

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - The continuous roar of pure laughter left no doubt that this provoking and shocking play is pure comedy.

Using Art To Heal: Young Domestic Abuse Survivors Use Weekly Workshop To Cope

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "We applaud all their teachers who inspire, nurture and continue to cultivate the creative process," said Andrea Grover.

"Love & Passion" Juried Art Show To Return Just In Time For Valentine's Day

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "This is hottest event of the winter art scene in the Hamptons," said Karyn Mannix.

Bakithi Kumalo To Kick-Off Residency At East End Arts With Musician's Workshop

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - "I am looking forward to helping the students work on tone, listen to each other, learn to work with each other, support one another," said Bakithi Kumalo. "I want them to enjoy themselves. It's all about having fun!" 

Springs Community Theater Company Taking On Robert Harling's "Steel Magnolias"

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "Everyone can relate to the joys and sorrows in these six women's lives, how we all persevere in times of hardship, and keep a positive outlook on the future," explained Barbara Mattson.

"The Money Shot" Provides A Comical Look At Ascending To Hollywood Stardom

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "This season Michael Disher and I wrangled for months over the season lineup of productions," remarked Director, Joan M. Lyons. "We've stepped out of our usual box a bit with The Money Shot as it's not the typical type of production we've been known for in the past."

Amy Herzog's "4,000 Miles" Set To Open At Quogue Community Hall

by Olivia Braat
Performing Arts - "Herzog unravels the details slowly, with uncommon narrative skill," noted a reviewer for Time. "Everything about 4000 Miles seems fresh, particularized, plausible."

artUNPRIMED To Host Three Hamptons Pop-Up Winter Exhibitions

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - The Online Art Gallery and Consultation Service specializes in local Hamptons artists.

Sara Nightingale Gallery Celebrating Relocation With Grand Opening Exhibition

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "I'm thrilled to be joining the unique small business owners of Sag Harbor," remarked Sara Nightingale, gallery owner. "My first exhibition is a good example of what you can expect from the gallery going forward: art that is relevant to the greater community beyond just the art world."

East End Arts Partners With Good Ground Yoga To Present New Event Series Focused On Creativity

by Olivia Braat
Art News - "Consider - what happens before paint meets canvas? Was the painting first a vision, a thought, a color or a vague idea of something waiting to be discovered?" Jonathan Pearlman pondered.

"South Of The Border - The Latin Side Of Charlie Parker" To Heat Up The Hamptons This Winter

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "LIVE from Southampton Arts Center 2017 will continue to excite and surprise with world-class performances," explained series curator Claes Brondal.

Parrish Art Museum To Hold Final Artist-Lead Tours As Part Of "Artists Choose Artists"

by Julia Braat
Museum News - "It will give the visitor the opportunity to look at the exhibition with a deeper understanding of the individual works," said Corinne Erni.

Get Creative This Winter: Sag Harbor-Based Cultural Cafe To Host Three Courses

by Sydney A. Braat
Art News - Dante's Divine Comedy will kick off the course series.

Hamptons-Based Cultural Center Casting For "Promises, Promises" Adaptation

by Julia Braat
Performing Arts - "I am drawn to this music - remembering many as Top 40 hits from my childhood," noted director Michael Disher.

3rd Annual Songwriters Share Concert Series To Benefit Seven East End Charities

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "Each local songwriter has chosen a local charity to share concert proceeds with," explained Nancy Remkus.

Artist Steve Miller Enlists The X-Ray

by Olivia Braat
In the Galleries - It's what on the inside that counts!

UPDATED: Alec Baldwin To Present Hamptons International Film Festival "To Kill A Mockingbird" Screening

by Sydney A. Braat
On The Screen - "Alec and I felt that To Kill a Mockingbird is especially timely due to its central theme of racial inclusion," explained David Nuggent, HIFF Artistic Director.

North Fork Resident Among Guild Hall's 2017 Artist-in-Residents

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "Guild House AIR encourages the next generation to contribute to the area's rich creative legacy by bringing emerging artists to the region and providing a foundation for individual development," explained Andrea Grover.

Mira Lehr Teams Up With Yara Travieso For "Dido and Aeneas"

by Lee Fryd
In the Galleries - "A lot of credit is given to us for being the first Art Center down here," Mira told Hamptons.com.

Long Island Comedy To Present Five New Year's Laughin' Eve Comedy Shows

by Olivia Braat
Performing Arts - "Our goal is to bring more laughter and fun to Long Islanders!" noted Paul Anthony.

Shelter Island Music Program Awarded $40,000 Grant From National Endowment For The Arts

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - "The arts are for all of us, and by supporting organizations such as The Perlman Music Program, the National Endowment for the Arts is providing more opportunities for the public to engage with the arts," said NEA Chairman Jane Chu.

Winter Break Screenings: New York International Children's Film Festival Coming To Water Mill

by Sydney A. Braat
On The Screen - "These inspiring, funny, and playful short films are entertaining for families, while acknowledging that children have complex ideas and emotions and can think about big issues," said Cara Conklin Wingfield.

Long Island Artists Encouraged To Emphasize Individuality During East End Open Call

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "As painters, photographers, sculptors, etc., we all eventually develop a signature style," noted Jane Kirkwood.

Internationally Renowned Swedish Artist, Jacob Felländer's Artwork To Be Featured In New Nicolas Cage And Gina Gershon Film

by Sydney A. Braat
On The Screen - "His [Felländer] work is all over the main house that Nic (Cage) and Gina (Gershon) live in," explains Jonathan Baker, who splits his time between Los Angeles, New York and East Hampton. "His work will be used in the master bedroom, the master hallways, the living room and dining room. His inspiration will allow the lens to pop with colors and define the people in the film with great richness. I am proud to have his art in my art."

East End Arts To Welcome International Musician Bakithi Kumalo For Winter Residency

by Julia Braat
Art News - "Bakithi offers us a new dimension to international understanding through music," noted Patricia Snyder.

Southampton Native Bringing Best Of Broadway And Holiday Cheer To The Hamptons

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "A matinee sure to delight with show-stopping Broadway tunes and select holiday favorites," shared Executive Director, Clare Bisceglia.

Art Basel Brings Over 200 International Galleries And The Hottest Parties To Miami

by Lee Fryd
Art News - "There were beautiful Dubuffets, Marino Marini's, and a smattering of gorgeous Matisses all around the room," said Lehr. "I also was struck by Sean Scully and rising star Stanley Witney's geometric abstractions."

Commemorate 100 Years Of New Orleans Music With The Hoodoo Loungers, The Jam Session And SAC

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "The concert will follow a chronological time line of New Orleans music ending with the more current brass band style as exemplified by Trombone Shorty and the Soul Rebels," remarked drummer Claes Brondal.

Bridgehampton-Based Dance Studio's "The Nutcracker" Set In Neverland

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "I am so beyond proud of Brooke Bierfriend and the entire cast of dancers," shared Meredith Shumway. "We can't wait until opening night!"

Local Poet To Celebrate Artists Connie Fox And Bill King At Guild Hall

by Nicole Barylski
The Bookshelf - "Bill King was such a warm supporter of my poetry," Chaskey explained, "and the inspiration for this book from the beginning."

East End-Based Theatre Company To Host Holiday Readings

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "The Hampton Theatre Company celebrates the holidays with a selection of delightful stories by Arthur Conan Doyle, Isaac Bashevis Singer, O. Henry and many more accompanied by festive music and delicious treats," noted Sarah Hunnewell.

Parrish Art Museum To Present Vol. 18 Of PechaKucha Night Hamptons

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "PechaKucha Night Hamptons at the Parrish is hugely popular because it reveals the incredible creative wealth of the East End and how it reverberates beyond this region," said Corinne Erni.

Bravo Releases Trailer For "Summer House" - The Series Filmed In Montauk

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "Everyone's heard of the Hamptons. That's like your mom's friend who wears pearls," cast member Kyle Cooke explained.

John Todaro, Anahi DeCanio, Sarah Jaffe Turnbull, And Annie Sessler Featured In Pop-Up Hamptons Art Show

by Olivia Braat
In the Galleries - "John [Todaro] is most known for his landscapes, but at Ashawagh the focus will be on a compelling new collection of semi-abstractions with a particular emphasis on botanical forms," noted fellow artist Anahi DeCanio.

East Hampton Resident And "New York Times" Best-Selling Author To Hold Hamptons Discussion

by Sydney A. Braat
The Bookshelf - "Many of Dava's books have dealt with the field of astronomy, focusing on individuals who have made significant contributions or pivotal discoveries," remarked Donna L. McCormick, Executive Director of Montauk Observatory.

Hampton Ballet Theatre School To Bring Beloved Tchaikovsky Ballet To The Stage

by Olivia Braat
Performing Arts - "This year will be our 8th Nutcracker and it will be a very special one. I have 6 seniors that have grown up dancing with HBTS and are very accomplished dancers. This will be their last Nutcracker!! We are so proud of these young ladies and gentleman, it will be bittersweet for all of us at HBTS." says Hamptons Ballet Theater School Director, Sara Jo Strickland.

"Music For The Festive Season" Will Leave You Feeling Warm And Fuzzy

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "This year's convergence of Chanukkah and Christmas has added an especially warm dimension to our annual holiday celebration," said Danny McKeever.

East End Artists Partner For Hamptons "Oil Works" Art Show

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "The group has been painting together weekly for many years," noted Kirsten Benfield. "We come together weekly in the studio of Janet Jennings, and have done since the group started in the original 'Golden Eagle Store.'"

Crack Up With Christmas Classics, Sing Along To Holiday Tunes And More At Southampton Arts Center

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "2016 has been an incredibly exciting year for Southampton Arts Center, and we look forward to ending the year on a high note with another month of entertaining programs for the community," shared Amy Kirwin.

The Watermill Center's Resident Artist Spotlight To Highlight Zach Eugene Salinger-Simonson

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "This residency is enabling me to develop my first jewelry collection and is a testament to Robert Wilson's guiding vision that continues to shape every facet of my life," Zach Eugene Salinger-Simonson said.

Historic Red Creek Schoolhouse Is Saved With Generous Grant

by Julia Braat
Museum News - "The schoolhouse is at the center of our rapidly growing education programs and is rapidly deteriorating," Tom Edmonds noted.

Hamptons-Based Theater Troupe To Put Their Spin On Christmas Classics

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "This year's Christmas Carol follows Neeza, Scrooges daughter on her journey at Dickens High as she navigates the issues young adults are often concerned with such as reputation and making friends," remarked Kasia Klimiuk, co-founder of OFVS.

Hamptons Take 2 Documentary Film Festival To Present "All Docs, All Day"

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "There's something for every documentary film lover in this year's line-up," noted HT2FF founder and executive director Jacqui Lofaro.

Two Gripping Films Presented At Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center's December Movie Series

by Sydney A. Braat
On The Screen - "Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center Finest in World Cinema series continues to showcase the best of foreign, documentary, art house and independent films," remarked Erin Young.

MGM Resorts International Partners With Art Basel Miami Beach

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "Art Basel is the preeminent art show in the country and we are privileged to be the Public sector's first partner in support of these tremendous works of art," said Jim Murren.

Tripoli Gallery's 12th Annual "Thanksgiving Collective" Unites New And Established Artists

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "This annual exhibition is a very important one for the gallery because not only does it give me a chance to reflect on the year, but it also gives direction and guidance for what's to come," remarked Tripoli Patterson.

"It's A Wonderful Life" And "A Christmas Carol" Coming To Hamptons Stage

by Olivia Braat
Performing Arts - "Building upon the tradition of presenting It's A Wonderful Life and the crowd-pleasing Cookie Walk, we have added Joe Landry's radio play, A Christmas Carol," explained Michael Disher.

Mesmerizing Original Play: Review Of "The Scarlet Letter" At Bay Street Theater

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - The show is fantastic, authentic dramatic theater with a magical historical touch of authenticity.

Roman Fine Art Continues Inaugural Exhibit With Part II Of "Get With The Program"

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "Get with the Program parts I and II are meant to introduce our clientele to our new location, in the heart of East Hampton, as well as to some of the wonderful artists that we represent," remarked Gallery Director, Damien A. Roman.

Heritage Gospel Choir Concert Series Celebrating Its 30th Anniversary This Year

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - "The magic of the Harvest Gospel Concert Series is a fine example of the power of the arts," said Patricia Snyder.

Hamptons-Based Arts Center Offers Jam-Packed November Schedule

by Olivia Braat
Art News - "The programming for November has something for everyone," said Amy Kirwin.

Bay Street Theater Presenting "The Scarlett Letter" As Part Of Literature Live!

by Sydney A. Braat
Art News - "The schools attendance is at record levels and their response has been wonderful," said Gary Hygom, Bay Street Theater's Producing Director. "We are all looking forward to the public performances and to get a sense of an adult audience."

Hamptons Based-Center Looking For Visionaries To Join 2017 International Summer Program

by Sydney A. Braat
Art News - "With the opening of the application process for the International Summer Program 2017, The Watermill Center staff eagerly anticipates the arrival of returning and new artist participants from around the globe," remarked Director of the Watermill Center, Elka Rifkin.

Yacouba Sissoko Teaming Up With East End-Based Musicians For Hamptons Performance

by Olivia Braat
Live Music View - "The concert will be a unique experience and an opportunity for the local community to hear authentic Malian music, storytelling, and funky grooves," said Claes Brondal.

Iconic Images From The 1960s And 1970s To Be Featured In The Last Exhibit Of 2016 At Southampton Arts Center

by Julia Braat
In the Galleries - "Each Colorama in the exhibition so beautifully represents a time of great optimism, purity, and joy," shared Amy Kirwin.

Guild Hall Accepting Applications For 2017 Artist-in-Residence Program

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "Guild House AIR is a vital new initiative of Guild Hall, and one that particularly excites me," stated Andrea Grover, Guild Hall's new Executive Director.

INTERVIEW: Patrick Downes And Jessica Kensky On HBO's "Marathon: The Patriot's Day Bombing" Documentary

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "We try to celebrate together when happy things happen in our lives and we're there to comfort when things aren't going so well," Kensky said about her Boylston Street family.

Hamptons-Based Library Starts Its Own Little Free Library

by Nicole Barylski
The Bookshelf - "A Little Free Library is a free book exchange created to encourage the ongoing neighborliness and appreciation for literacy that exists within the community," said Susan LaVista.

The Machine To Play The Music Of Pink Floyd During Homecoming Concert

by Olivia Braat
Live Music View - "After almost 30 years of touring, and with each successive year, it becomes more and more special to play in New York - our home state," said Joe Pascarell.

Rock Legend, Dave Mason, To Perform At The Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - The English born musician has created a stellar career as a solo artist - having recorded nearly two-dozen albums.

Award-Winning Independent Film, Un Tengo Más, To Be Shown During OLA Film Festival At Parrish Art Museum

by Sydney A. Braat
On The Screen - "We are thrilled to partner once again with OLA, and delighted to make the film program as well as the current exhibition accessible to the Spanish-speaking community of the East End," said Corinne Erni, Parrish Art Museum Curator of Special Projects.

Jennifer Lee Snowden To Showcase Her Talents At The Southampton Arts Center

by Julia Braat
Live Music View - "Jennifer has a truly unique sound that will be a treat to all who attend," said Amy Kirwin.

Hamptons-Based Historical Museum Goes Virtual For New Exhibit

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "My hope is that through this exhibit viewers will gain a new appreciation for these commonly overlooked objects that historically were essential to daily life, but today are almost forgotten," explained Emma Ballou.

artXchange: Connecting Cultures And Community Set To Debut At Guild Hall

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "What makes artXchange special this year is that it's a direct collaboration with the community," explained Stephanie deTroy Miller.

Southampton Artists Association's Season Ends With Annual Fall Art Show

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "We have over 40 members taking part of this show and there will be oils, acrylics, mixed media, sculptures and photography," noted Danielle Leef.

Art Talents Collide: Susan Rosenberg To Talk About New Book On Trisha Brown

by Sydney A. Braat
The Bookshelf - "As someone who loves dance and movement and its interaction with the visual arts, I am very excited to hear Susan Rosenberg speak about Trisha Brown, who has hugely influenced the arts beyond dance," said Corinne Erni.

"Artists Choose Artists:" Another Spectacular Exhibition At Water Mill's Parrish Art Museum

by Olivia Braat
In the Galleries - "Artists Choose Artists is not only a wonderful survey of the richness and diversity of artistic talent on the East End, but a great means to nurture relationships between artists who are at different stages of their career," said Corrine Erni, the Parrish Art Museum's Curator of Special Projects.

Hidden City Orchestra's "Order Masquerading As Chaos" Is An Intriguing Two-Part Spirits And Saints Collaboration

by Julia Braat
Performing Arts - The series will show the transformation from chaos into something beautiful and different.

Cool Culture Takes Kids To Museums

by Lee Fryd
Museum News - "Early exposure to the arts not only helps kids build their vocabulary, and positions them as critical thinkers, but also gives them a sense of the world around them and what's possible," Candice Anderson said.

Jack Ferver Takes A Look At The "Haves" And "Have Nots" During The Watermill Center's Debut reACT Series

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "Hot on the heels of the inaugural reACT series performance with Trisha Brown Dance Company in May 2016, and our most successful Watermill Center Annual Summer Benefit & Auction to-date, we're thrilled to invite the public to Watermill for yet another culturally engaging evening with a captivating performance by one of our resident artist alumni," shared William Wagner.

Bay Street Theater To Host An Evening Of Undeniable Musical Talent With "The Sixties Show"

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - The New York City-based production has been described as "The Greatest 1960's Musical Re-Creation Show in the World."

Throw It Back To The 90's With World-Renowned Celebrity Photographer, Patrick McMullan

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "Just the presence of Patrick McMullan and his camera at a gala, fund raiser, award diner, clubs, etc. ensures a success for the evening," explained Tulla Booth. "He is known for his friendly and offhanded manner."

Hampton Theatre Company Taking On Political Comedy For 2016-2017 Debut

by Julia Braat
Performing Arts - Mamet's production style knows no boundaries and will surely provoke laughter and poke fun at the self-centeredness and power-hunger attitude that plagues many politicians to this day.

Hamptons "An Artist Couple" Exhibit Focuses On East End-Based Duo

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "We are fortunate to offer visitors an intimate look at artworks that reflect the relationship of an artist couple that were integral to this community," remarked Guest Curator Gail Levin.

Country Star Jack Ingram's Tour Taking Him To The Hamptons

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "The Stephen Talkhouse is an intimate room known for its authenticity and great music - two things I am very passionate about," said Ingram.

INTERVIEW: Filmmakers Beatrice Alda And Jennifer Brooke On "Legs: A Big Issue In A Small Town"

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "The big point in the film is that it was deemed a structure, therefore it was not legal because of the setbacks, and to me, you can call it a structure, I suppose, but it's a piece of art," said Alda.

East End-Based Musician Paying Homage To Jacques Brel

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "I think the audience is going to be surprised because nobody really knows who Brel truly was as a performer," said Alfredo Merat.

Southampton Cultural Center Taking On Yasmina Reza's "God Of Carnage"

by Olivia Braat
Performing Arts - "There is great humor in watching adults unleash their inner child, but with that comes some jarring and telling truths," noted Michael Disher.

Artists Embark On A Quest To Capture Beauty For New Hamptons Exhibit

by Julia Braat
In the Galleries - "By relying on my intuition over my intellect, I put myself in that wondrous place where it feels like the painting has created itself and re-created me in the process," said Mark Seidenfeld.

INTERVIEW: Aaron Eckhart On His "Bleed For This" Role, Future In The Film Industry, Hamptons Dream And More

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "I'm going to direct something and act in something," Eckhart said about his next film. "I feel like if I'm going to go, go all the way."

"La La Land," "I Am Not Your Negro" And "The White Helmets" Win Audience Awards At Hamptons International Film Festival

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "We would like to thank all of the filmmakers whose fantastic films screened at the festival this year," said HIFF Artistic Director David Nugent.

Southampton Arts Center Teams Up With The Jam Session Inc. For New Hamptons Concert Series

by Julia Braat
Live Music View - "This will be a truly unique experience and a world-class concert featuring a multicultural lineup of highly accomplished musicians," series curator Claes Brondal said.

Hamptons-Based Gallery Empowering Women To Share Their "Collective Conscience"

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Their courage to ignore trends and simply follow this instinctual desire, creates exceptional artwork," Demato expressed. "We are proud to share these pieces of their soul."

INTERVIEW: Actor Robert Davi On His Frank Sinatra Tribute, His Hamptons Roots, "Davi's Way" And More

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "In an Italian household, there were two figures for me growing up - you had the Pope and you had Frank Sinatra, and, of course, Tony Bennett," Davi told Hamptons.com.

William McNally Launching Parrish Art Museum's Fall Salon Series

by Olivia Braat
Live Music View - "Salon Series creates an intimate and interactive environment for master musicians of classical and contemporary music to share their performances in new ways," explained Curator of Special Projects Corinne Erni.

CRUSH Curatorial To Host Exhibit In Conjunction With The Hamptons International Film Festival

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "As the Founder and Creative Director of CRUSH Curatorial, I hope that this exhibit will promote a meaningful exchange of ideas between participating artists and filmmakers that attend the Hamptons International Film Festival," said Karen Flatow.

Hamptons Columbus Day Weekend Exhibit To Revolve Around Nine East End Realists

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "9 Realists' artistic common thread for this show is that we are all nine of us painting in a representational style- that means viewers can recognize scenes, objects in the paintings," shared Ann Lombardo.

INTERVIEW: "Before The Flood" Director Fisher Stevens On Working With Leonardo DiCaprio, The Desperate Need For Change, The Election's Impact And More

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "It's been his passion and he's never really been in a movie where he wasn't saying someone else's words - where he had to be himself, and he was willing to do that," Stevens said about DiCaprio.

INTERVIEW: "Supergirl" Director Jessie Auritt On Teen Powerlifting Sensation Naomi Kutin's Incredible Story

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "As a kid, being in the spotlight at such a young age, she's been growing and figuring out who she is in the public spotlight - I was much more interested in what that was like for a young girl," said Auritt.

This Topic Has Legs And Knows How To Use Them

by Eileen Casey
Hamptons International Film Festival - This issue, which pitted neighbor against neighbor in a village swarming with artists and writers, has been reinvented in yet another art form as a 76-minute documentary.

6th Annual Sag Harbor American Music Festival Expands Its Offerings

by Olivia Braat
Live Music View - "We are thrilled to be adding two days to the Festival this year," shared Kelly Connaughton Dodds. "It promises to be our best yet."

American String Quartet Headlining Complimentary Music For Montauk Fall Concert

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "Foremost in my mind in composing this work was to capture a vision of the epic quality of our country - the awesome diversity of its landscape and its people," said Miloš Repicky about one of the featured pieces.

Calling All Actors! Bay Street Theater To Hold Auditions For Upcoming "The Scarlet Letter" Production

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "In working to ensure that theater remains accessible, this year we are once again offering the Free Student Ticket Initiative for all school groups," said Tracy Mitchell. "I hope everyone will take advantage of this opportunity to see The Scarlet Letter."

Hamptons-Based Arts Center Celebrating The Life Of Gene Wilder With "Willy Wonka And The Chocolate Factory" Screening

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "It's a whimsically wonderful classic that the whole family can enjoy together, and the gift that Wilder gave to so many of us will live on," said Amy Kirwin.

Filmmaker Gayle Kirschenbaum Makes The Switch To Subject For "Look At Us Now, Mother!"

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "This is my story but it also could be your story; laugh a little, cry a little, and discover that forgiveness is possible even when it seems unlikely," said filmmaker Gayle Kirschenbaum.

6th Annual Sag Harbor American Music Festival's Schedule Of Free Music

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - This year's Festival will include over 20 completely free performances.

Holly Hunter, Kara Hayward, Mike Mills And Others To Attend 24th Annual Hamptons International Film Festival

by Sydney A. Braat
Hamptons International Film Festival - "We are so proud to showcase films made by New York based, independent film directors, and it is an exceptional pleasure to showcase their works in these coveted festival slots," said HIFF Executive Director Anne Chaisson.

"Out West" Exhibit Celebrates Jim Gingerich's Talents And Recovery From A Terrifying Accident

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "My vision expanded in the vast space and the rusty red volcanized landscape excited me. I welcomed the opportunity for verticality in my work," remarked Jim Gingerich.

Take A Journey To Neverland With Local Dance Troupe

by Olivia Braat
Performing Arts - "All your favorite characters return from Captain Hook to Wendy, Michael and John Darling, the Lost Boys play the militant Tap Army, Bohemian Pirates and more," noted Anita Boyer and Kasia Klimiuk.

"La La Land," "Bleed For This" And "Lion" Among Hamptons International Film Festival Spotlight Films

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "From the dazzling choreography of La La Land, the quiet beauty of Moonlight, to the belly laughs of Toni Erdmann, our audiences will see the films that are sure to be counted amongst the most celebrated films of the year," David Nugent noted.

The Art Barge Sailing Into Fall With Community Exhibit

by Olivia Braat
In the Galleries - "The Art Sail is a great way for artists to share their artwork with the public in one of the most unique settings for an exhibition," noted Michael Rosch.

Chas Addams Exhibit Returning To Southampton Arts Center

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Charles Addams was an East End treasure, and we are very fortunate to be able to showcase his wonderful work," said Amy Kirwin.

Will Ryan Partners With Over 30 Artists And Musicians To Celebrate Life Through "East End Duets"

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "I am honored to say that everyone I approached to collaborate with me agreed without hesitation," Ryan reflected. "I had done some collaborations before and had wanted to do something like this for some time. But, now I had a driving passion to make it happen and it is all coming together."

Glenn Berger To Recount Encounters With Musical Greats Like Frank Sinatra, Mick Jagger And More During Hamptons Presentation

by Nicole Barylski
The Bookshelf - "Books and talk and rock and roll​ - we can't wait!" said Nola Thacker.

Parrish Art Museum Accepting Applications For Upcoming Docent Training Program

by Olivia Braat
In the Galleries - "They create an inviting and interactive environment that stimulates a deeper appreciation and understanding of art," said Cara Conklin-Wingfield.

Joan Osborne To Headline 6th Annual Sag Harbor American Music Festival

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - "It seemed very clear to me that these songs wanted to be a record about romantic love, so I didn't fight it," Osborne said about Bring It On Home.

Sag Harbor-Based Theater To Host Special Viewing Of Jamal Joseph's "Chapter & Verse"

by Sydney A. Braat
On The Screen - "A very good, intelligent, and affecting piece of film realism that has tough politics and debunks some sentimental ideas about 'the black community.' One almost never sees anything like that … it's a very strong film … It is definitely going to be on my ten best list this year," remarked Amy Taubin.

Edward Norton To Be Honored With Career Achievement Award At This Year's Hamptons International Film Festival

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "Edward Norton is an incredibly accomplished actor and filmmaker, whose performances have been both iconic and award winning," explained HIFF Executive Director Anne Chaisson.

Hamptons-Based Center To Celebrate Internationally Renowned Artists

by Sydney A. Braat
Art News - "We are thrilled to host yet another unique and international group of artists this September, which marks the 10th Anniversary of The Watermill Center's year-round Artist-in-Residence program," says Elka Rifkin, Director of The Watermill Center.

Hamptons-Based Arts Center Welcoming Álvaro Restrepo For Free "Negra! Anger!" Production

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "Working with partners to offer a diverse lineup of programs is what makes Southampton Arts Center so special and collaborating with The Watermill Center to bring this unique artistic event to Southampton Village is a dream come true," remarked Director of Programs, Amy Kirwin.

Cadillac Moon Ensemble To Pay Homage To National Park Service's Centennial At Parrish Art Museum

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "Our goal is to provide the audience with an engaging, beautiful, and thought-provoking experience connecting to the natural world through music, regardless of whether they're aficionados of contemporary classical music," said Nell Shaw Cohen.

Howard University Gospel Choir To Perform At The Bridgehampton Child Care And Recreational Center Benefit

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - "Local business support is critical to our families and kids," remarked Debra McEneaney. "The Center is a lifeline for working families!"

Andy Fiori, Neko White, Kenny Garcia, And Chris Clarke Headlining HarborFest Weekend All Star Comedy Show

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - The hottest up and coming New York comics will have you rolling with laughter throughout the entire night.

The 8th Annual Westhampton Beach Festival Of The Arts Returns To The Great Lawn This Labor Day Weekend

by Nicolette Finder
In the Galleries - "The event will create an outdoor gallery of extraordinary original and handmade artwork by artists from 17 states across America," explained Bill Kinney.

The Magic of Suzanne Vega

by T.J. Clemente
Live Music View - Suzanne Vega's songs slowly surround you with energy and emotion through her word selection.

Rock & Roll Hall Of Famer Headlining Benefit Concert In East Hampton

by Ali Friedlander
Live Music View - "I am so happy to be performing for the first time ever in East Hampton," Donovan expressed. "And I am very happy that the proceeds from my concert will go to help at-risk teens learn to cope with stress and anxiety through meditation."

Jeremy Penn Adds Pop Of Color To The Greenwich

by Abby Cummings
In the Galleries - "The Hamptons will always tie in revolutionary experiences of Art, in which I am draw to and inspired by," Penn explained.

INTERVIEW: Comedian Bobby Collins On A New Yorker's Sensibility, Performing At Not So Desirable Locales, This Year's Election And More

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "I just got in. I was just in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina," Collins told Hamptons.com. "It was fun. Those Southern people... you know they're for Donald Trump? I had to tell them the truth. I go, 'I'd rather vote for El Chapo than Donald Trump."

Artist Robert Mojo Keeps It Moving With Kinetic Sculptures

by Eileen Casey
In the Galleries - As you've been shopping for your fresh vegetables, flowers and fruits of late at the Hayground farm field in Watermill, you will certainly have noticed a rather large, colorful sculpture created by East End native, Robert "Mojo" Mojeski.

The Art Barge's Weekend Workshops Continue Through End Of Summer

by Ali Friedlander
Art News - "The Art Barge is unlike any other place in Long Island," said Art Barge President Christopher Kohan.

CfAR And Hamptons Drive-In Screening "Raiders of the Lost Ark" During Family Outdoor Movie Night

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "We love hosting our annual family movie night," shared Nicole Castillo, CFAR Board.

John Legend, Alden Ehrenreich, And Aja Naomi King Make Variety's 10 Actors To Watch List

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "The Hamptons International Film Festival has had the privilege of honoring rising talent for over 15 years," explained David Nugent.

INTERVIEW: Eugene Pack Speaks About Upcoming "Celebrity Autobiography" At Guild Hall

by Nicolette Finder
Performing Arts - "We like to keep it fresh, and see what's new out there, what audiences want to hear, and who they want to hear about," Pack explained. "And then what we really love to do is figure out who is in the show and who would be best reading what."

Over 75 Artists Donating Works To Annual Box Art Auction Benefiting East End Hospice

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "EEH is one of the most loving organizations when the light dims near the end of living," says participating artist Hans Van de Bovenkamp.

Montauk Artists' Association Presenting 22nd Annual Juried Art Show

by Nicolette Finder
In the Galleries - "The 22nd Annual Juried Fine art Show on the Montauk Green is continuing its finest reputation, showcasing the best of the new artists in this country. Please come and see what's new and vibrant in this new year," shared Anne Weissman.

INTERVIEW: Darrell Hammond On His "God If You're Not Up There, I'm F--ked" Regrets, Lending His Comedic Talents, Donald Trump, And More

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "Once you spend time with the person, it becomes easier to absorb and play them," the comedian said about playing Donald Trump on Saturday Night Live.

Music For Montauk Returns With Its 2016 Week-Long Summer Series

by Nicolette Finder
Live Music View - "There's a fantastic diversity of music and musicians - players from the Met Orchestra, musicians who tour with Adele, an amazing cuban dance band, iconic American masterpieces and original songs inspired by Shakespeare," shared Miloš Repicky.

Parrish Art Museum And Bridgehampton Chamber Music Festival Tackling "Unfinished Business"

by Ali Friedlander
Live Music View - "We were inspired by the Parrish Art Museum's exhibit to create a program that looks at the many ways that you might consider a piece to be 'unfinished,'" said BCMF Artistic Director, Marya Martin.

Amy Fine Collins Gives Cool Culture Supporters Private Tour Of The Jewish Museum's "Isaac Mizrahi: An Unruly History"

by Lee Fryd
Museum News - "It makes no sense," she mused, "A Jewish guy who went to Yeshiva celebrating Christmas in July."

INTERVIEW: Comediennes Angela LaGreca And Julie Halston On Bay Street Theater And The Mad, Mad World We Live In

by Nicolette Finder
Performing Arts - "Despite the fact that our lives have been crazy, and that we are both pretty Sicilian girls, which means revenge and murder can be part of the equation, we're praying and hoping - and we know that in fact, people are really just going to laugh," Halston told Hamptons.com.

Amagansett's Kate Nauta Debuting New Songs During Montauk Concert

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "The East End, Montauk in particular, has a unique way of re-energizing me," Nauta explained.

"AftermodernisM in the Hamptons" Featured In Summer Residency At The Nicole Ripka Gallery

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "We live in an incomplete world. Therefore, it is imperative to examine the new art which deals with our lack of closure," remarked Neumann and Wolfson.

Todd Merrill Gallery Re-Opens Southampton Location

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "Todd Merrill Studio brings to Southampton a highly sophisticated program of curated hand-made contemporary design by museum collected artists shown with emerging and established fine art artists worthy of the Southampton community's with deep roots in the arts and world class museum," remarked Todd Merrill.

Hamptons Summer Theater Review: Bay Street's "My Fair Lady" Delivers A Dazzling Night Of Musical Theater

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - The essence of live theater is that on any given night a magical special performance can happen live on the stage right before your eyes.

Annual Scaler Lecture Series Returns To The Watermill Center

by Ali Friedlander
Museum News - "After last year's phenomenally successful which was so well attended, we're excited to introduce the line-up for our 2016 Summer Lecture Series Program featuring informative lectures on critical topics by leading voices in the arts, sciences, and the humanities," said William Wagner.

Final Artists Speak At The Art Barge To Feature Laurie Anderson

by Abby Cummings
Art News - "Since 1985, the Artist Speak series has given the community the opportunity to 'hear' how our local artists see," said Christopher Kohan.

Multi-Talented Artist Laurie Anderson To Play Inaugural LongHouse Reserve Concert For Dogs

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - The idea for Concert for Dogs stems from a conversation eight years ago between Anderson and cellist Yo-Yo Ma at the Rhode Island School of Design. After Anderson expressed her thought, Ma remarked, "Are you kidding? I have the same fantasy!"

Hamptons-Based Museum Hosting Special Grey Gardens Screening And Panel Discussion

by Nicolette Finder
On The Screen - "Grey Gardens is a masterful documentary that captures the idiosyncrasies of an isolated family of renown living in the heart of the Hamptons but happily stuck in the past," said Andrea Grover, the Century Arts Foundation Curator of Special Projects at the Parrish. "The evening will be enriched by a panel of specialists and fans who respond to some of the most memorable moments in the film."

The Springs Improvement Society Hosting 49th Annual Springs Invitational Art Exhibit

by Nicolette Finder
In the Galleries - "All new art and many artists new to the Springs Invitational have been chosen by our guest curator and artist, Nick Tarr," explained Beth Meredith, Administrator for the Springs Invitational Art Exhibit. "He's also added some very special film, poetry and musical evening events to the Invitational calendar."

Sculptor Dorothy Frankel Accepted To Parrish Art And Guild Hall Permanent Museum Collections

by Eileen Casey
In the Galleries - Frankel's work depicts a strong sense of connection to humanity.

A Look Back To The Golden Age With "Living Well Is The Best Revenge"

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "This exhibition is about one of America's most extraordinary couples of the 20th century," said Richard Barons.

"Winning The White House: From Press Prints To Selfies" Revolves Around Presidential Candidates' Public Personas

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "Since the time of Abraham Lincoln through the present day, presidential candidates have used photographic imagery in their campaigns to impact public opinion," noted Claartje van Dijk.

Summer Drive-In Movie Nights Return To Coopers Beach In Southampton

by Ali Friedlander
On The Screen - Enjoy great movies and good times under the stars at the 7th Annual Drive-In at Coopers Beach.

INTERVIEW: Caroline Hirsch On Bringing Carolines On Broadway To The Beach

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "We transitioned into comedy when we brought in Jay Leno and found out that that was really working," Hirsch told Hamptons.com.

Michele Gerber Klein Hosts Parrish Art Museum Platform Artist Jonah Bokaer

by Lee Fryd
Performing Arts - "Jonah Bokear was the youngest dancer ever for Merce Cunningham," Gerber Klein told us.

INTERVIEW: Donavon Frankenreiter On How Jack Johnson Jumpstarted His Career, His East End Return And More

by Ali Friedlander
Live Music View - "He [Jack Johnson] gave me my whole start in music, which was the coolest thing ever," Frankenreiter told us.

"Saturday Night Live" Star Colin Jost Coming To Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center For A Night Of Laughs

by Ali Friedlander
Performing Arts - Fans of Saturday Night Live are in for a special treat this summer, as Weekend Update correspondent Colin Jost comes to the Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center. For one night only, fans will be able to see Jost as he samples his comedic skills on July 30th.

Hamptons-Based Gallery To Present Larry Rivers' "Me and My Shadow" And "Oedipus Rex"

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "'Me and My Shadow' epitomizes the moment when the world of 'art' looked at photography and said 'YES, PHOTOGRAPHY IS ART!'" shared Janet Lehr, Principal of Vered Art Gallery.

Project MOST Students Exploring "The American Dream"

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "My grandparents were poor Italian immigrants. My father always told me to get an education and live my dream of being an artist," explained artist Joyce Raimondo. "Public education started me on a life-long journey in the arts. Let's keep 'The American Dream' alive for young people today."

First-Ever National Dog Film Festival Tour To Visit The Hamptons

by Abby Cummings
On The Screen - "We know the success the event had in New York City and we look forward to a great event this summer in the Hamptons, as well as the awareness it will bring to the homeless cats and dogs at the ARF Adoption Center looking for forever homes," said Jamie Berger.

INTERVIEW: Comedian Tom Papa On Performing In The Hamptons, Jerry Seinfeld And More

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "I have some friends who have performed at Guild Hall and love it," the comedian told Hamptons.com. "One of them is my good friend Jerry Seinfeld who was the person that brought me to the Hamptons for the first time ever."

Hampton Ballet Theatre School Presenting Summer Programming At CMEE And Montauk Playhouse

by Nicolette Finder
Performing Arts - "Hampton Ballet Theatre School's production of Peter and the Wolf is a wonderful summertime event!!" said Sara Jo Strickland.

Southampton Cultural Center Welcomes Purpled Pheasant Productions For William Shakespeare Homage

by Ali Friedlander
Performing Arts - "Even though Shakespeare is in the title, this slapstick comedy is a silly, fun, lighthearted romp through the Bard's better-known works," says co-producer and actor Ian Harkins. "It's a good time for audience and actors alike."

Guild Hall Presenting "A Legendary Celebration" With Chita Rivera

by Olivia Braat
Performing Arts - During the Hamptons celebration, Rivera will recreate superlative performances from her illustrious métier.

Andrea Grover To Replace Ruth Appelhof As Executive Director Of Guild Hall

by Nicolette Finder
Art News - "Andrea's extensive experience, accomplishments and local standing make her the ideal person to take the reins of Guild Hall and lead us into the future. She brings a dynamic vision along with insightful knowledge of our ever-evolving community," Marty Cohen.

Actress, Singer, And Dancer, Sutton Foster, To Perform At The Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "It's definitely quirky and weird-and very much me," said the actress.

Hamptons Theater Review: Opening Night Of "The Absolute Brightness Of Leonard Pelkey"

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - The acting of Mr. Lecesne is a bombshell of skillful entertainment as his kinetic energy leaves you on the edge of your seat while he spins from character to character with the ease of a summer breeze blowing through an open kitchen window.

Summer Theater Camp Brings Broadway To The Hamptons

by Nicolette Finder
Performing Arts - "Camp Broadway has become a staple of our Arts Academy summer season - it's a fabulous opportunity for kids to learn from the people who know Broadway inside out, and to experience the magic of Broadway firsthand when we head into the City on Wednesday," said Julienne Penza-Boone.

Cornell Cooperative Extension Marine Program Launching New Publication

by Abby Cummings
Art News - "The content will have a special emphasis on the great community partners and citizen science volunteers who contribute efforts to the work we carry out 'on the water and in the field,'" said Kimberly Barbour.

Southampton Cultural Center Presenting Shakespeare's Legacy Through Music

by Abby Cummings
Live Music View - "Each of Shakespeare's verses is written with a rhythm and passion that resonates as exquisite music to our ears," said Junko Ohtsu. "We believe such close rapport between music and words will open the audiences' imagination..." said world renowned violinist."

Surfari Crossroads Gallery Hosting An Evening With Artist Greg Miller

by Nicolette Finder
In the Galleries - "I loved the mythology and heroic quality of the boards, each one having its own secret history, but I really only did that on the side, as donations, until collectors started to become interested," said Miller. "The boards just really caught on."

East Hampton-Based Gallery Highlighting Reflective Properties

by Ali Friedlander
In the Galleries - "A show for the finish fetish enthusiast," said Eric Firestone.

Melissa Zapin To Star In Hamptons "Bohčme To Broadway" Performance

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "My goal has always been to bring opera to people who might never go to the opera -- to introduce the genre to people who may not have thought they would love it or relate to it -- and at the same time, not just satisfy, but delight, opera-lovers," said Melissa Zapin.

East End-Based Performing Arts Center Presenting Summer Edition Of Finest In World Cinema Series

by Nicolette Finder
On The Screen - An established thespian and special guest commentators will provide an insider's take on the featured films.

Artists Turn To Aquatic Imagery For Focal Point Of New Hamptons Exhibit

by Nicolette Finder
In the Galleries - "What better way to welcome the summer than to pay homage to the element that surrounds us?" asked Tulla Booth.

"National Lampoon's Vacation," "The Shining," And "Surf's Up" Among Free Hamptons Summer Film Series

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "Southampton audiences have shown great love of cinema and the Southampton Village location couldn't be more perfect for outdoor screenings," said Anne Chaisson.

Cowboy Junkies' Summer Tour Stopping At The Stephen Talkhouse

by Abby Cummings
Live Music View - "Playing live is the most important thing that we do as a band," explained guitarist/songwriter, Michael Timmins. "It is the one constant in our career that connects that first gig thirty years ago to today."

It's Time To Get Mortified In The Hamptons

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - Mortified organizers describe the show as "a comic excavation of the strange and extraordinary things we created as kids…There are a million stories buried in the pages of people's lives. Our mission is to help people find them."

"The Absolute Brightness" Coming To Hamptons-Based Theater For Limited Run

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "James Lecesne's multihued performance glows with such humanity (and robust humor) that you may find yourself choking back a tear or two," says The New York Times.

30th Annual Concert In The Park Series Returns To The Hamptons

by Nicolette Finder
Live Music View - "We are pleased to be celebrating 30 years of Concerts in the Park which in the words of former mayor Bill Hattrick, founder of the Southampton Cultural Center and the Concerts in the Park Series, 'measures it's success by the countless numbers of happiness these concerts bring to our audiences' lives," noted Kirsten Lonnie.

Harper's Books In East Hampton Presenting Works By Irish Painter Genieve Figgis

by Ali Friedlander
In the Galleries - Figgis' works have been described as "nastily entertaining pieces of work" by Rebecca Smith.

"Author: The JT Leroy Story" And "Betting On Zero" Among Hamptons International Film Festival's SummerDocs Series

by Abby Cummings
On The Screen - "Now in its eighth year, the SummerDocs Series has become one of the most anticipated and respected film events in the New York and Hamptons summer calendar," said Alec Baldwin.

45 Galleries Participating In This Year's Hamptons Market Art + Design

by Nicolette Finder
In the Galleries - "The fair will be a window into the exciting confluence that's currently taking place between the fields of art and design," said Kelly Freeman.

Alan Cumming To Take Westhampton Beach Performing Art Center's Stage By Storm

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "Once in a while it's good to challenge yourself in a way that is daunting," said Tony Award winning actor, Alan Cumming.

Southampton Cultural Center Holding Open Auditions For "God Of Carnage"

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "I consider GOC a cautionary tale," remarked Director of "God of Carnage", Michael Disher. "Bright, brittle and dastardly funny, Yasmina Reza's play, brilliantly translated by Christopher Hampton, alerts parents that perhaps children learn from them than what is directly taught."

Hamptons Theater Review: "The Last Night Of Ballyhoo" At Bay Street In Sag Harbor

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - It is riveting, polished theater with belly laughs and groans by the minute.

Brooke Shields, Adrian Brody, And Kevin O'Leary To Participate In Art Southampton

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "The Art Southampton fair is the premier international art fair of the East End and it encompasses a group of galleries that are carefully selected to represent the best of what the market has to offer," remarked Korniloff.

"Million Dollar Matchmaker" Patti Stanger Launching New Show On WE TV

by T.J. Clemente
On The Screen - Watching Patti Stanger do her on camera interviews is amusing; they're filled with laughter, squirms and informative approaches to the ways of fine-tuning one's approach to dating and matchmaking.

INTERVIEW: Amanda Kristin Nichols On "The Last Night Of Ballyhoo" At Bay Street Theater

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "We all put a lot of heart into it and I really hope people respond on a human level to it in a heart felt level," remarked Amanda Kristin Nichols, one of the actresses in The Last Night of Ballyhoo.

Thunderswamp Kicking Off "Jazz For Young People On Tour" In The Hamptons

by Nicolette Finder
Live Music View - This performance of Thunderswamp will be the kickoff summer concert for the Southampton Arts Center.

New York Academy Of Art Memorializes The East End's Intrinsic Connection To Water

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "And what could be better than staging it right in the middle of Southampton at the height of summer in the glorious galleries of the Southampton Arts Center?" commented David Kratz, Academy President.

The Old Whaler's Church In Sag Harbor Celebrates 250th Anniversary With Summer Piano Duet Concert

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - "The Old Whalers Church's growth and membership continue to mirror Sag Harbor's diverse and robust community and we're proud to be a part of the celebration," said Markard, one of the duet members who will perform at the celebration.

"Star Wars," "Dirty Dancing," "Back To The Future" And More To Be Screened During Hamptons Monday Night Movie Series

by Sydney A. Braat
On The Screen - "The Great Lawn is a perfect location, since parking is readily available and everything from ice cream to a variety of restaurants is a short walk away," said Nola Thacker, WHFL Program Coordinator.

Sag Harbor Museum Acknowledges The Past And Present In New Summer Exhibit

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "We like to keep in mind that Sag Harbor is a place with a lot of different people with a lot of different stories to tell," said Michael Butler, Associate Director of The Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum.

INTERVIEW: Melissa Etheridge On Her New Album, Making It In The Music Industry, The Need For Women Composers In Film, And Her Favorite Hamptons Spot

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "I'm just looking forward to getting out there," Etheridge told us about her upcoming Hamptons concert.

Montauk's Music Scene Rocks With Free Outdoor Concerts All Summer Long

by Olivia Braat
Live Music View - "Our Monday and Sunday night summer concerts bring residents and visitors of all ages outdoors to commune, have fun listening and dancing to our talented, local musicians and patronize the downtown and Harbor area restaurants and take-outs," noted Laraine Creegan.

The Southampton Arts Center Kicking Off Summer Outdoor Concert Series With The Thunderballs

by Nicolette Finder
Live Music View - "The Thunderballs come to us highly recommended by Carlos Lama of Innersleeve Records in Amagansett," explained Amy Kirwin.

DanceFusion At Southampton Cultural Center To Host Barynya

by Olivia Braat
Performing Arts - Dance Fusion: Barynya dance group brings traditional Russian cultural to life at the Southampton Cultural Center in "The Magic of Russia."

Motivation Sparked "30 Paintings In 30 Days" Hamptons Challenge

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "We are a cool, exciting collective group of artists and we are grateful to have this amazing Gallery space for almost a full month to show our best stuff," said Lombardo.

9th Annual Art Hamptons Takes On New Owners

by Sydney A. Braat
Art News - "As the new owners of Art Hamptons, we are excited to relaunch the fair this year," said Donna Davies, Vice President of Art Group, Urban Expeditions.

Crush Curatorial Highlights East End Abstract Artists With Amagansett Exhibition

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "The inspiration behind Territory was to bring together a community of abstract artists through an artist curated exhibition," remarked Henry Brown, co-curator of "Territory".

Hamptons Theater Offering Unique Opportunity To See Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream" This Summer

by T.J. Clemente
On The Screen - "This day of midsummer madness that Shakespeare was riffing off of, is like any of those things in topsy-turvy," said Taymor.

Romany Kramoris Gallery To Welcome Works By Isabel Pavão, Herbert August, And Casey Chalem Anderson

by Olivia Braat
In the Galleries - "Visually the main source of inspiration derives from nature: roses and sea, referring to my autobiographical surroundings, the garden, the sea shore and swimming in the sea," said artist Isabel Pavăo.

The White Room Gallery Presents "At Sea: A Designer Showcase"

by Nicolette Finder
In the Galleries - The exhibit features original artwork from four artists:Dreamscape 6 by Jill Krutick, La Buena Vida by Michele Dragonetti, Orient Point IV Triptych Ed 1/10 by EJ Camp, Head Over Heels by Claudia Ward.

Dorian Grey Gallery Opens New Summer Location In The Hamptons

by Abby Cummings
In the Galleries - Ladies and gentleman, please start your engines and get your summer in gear!

The Nancy Atlas Project To Celebrate Southampton Arts Center's "East End Collected2" With Concert

by Abby Cummings
Live Music View - In celebration of the closing of the East End Collected2 showcase, The Nancy Atlas Project will be performing at Southampton Arts Center.

Steve Martin's "The Underpants" Coming To Guild Hall

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "Brilliant writing, colorful characters, a gifted ensemble of professional actors well versed in clowning and comedy - The Underpants has all the ingredients for a truly excellent evening of entertainment and hilarity," explained Josh Gladstone.

Hamptons Summer Theater Review: "The Forgotten Woman" At Sag Harbor's Bay Street

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - Director Noah Himmelstein has created a chemistry that ignites Mr. Tolins' characters' words, thoughts and ideas, into an actual very visual and fluently talking reality.

"Vanya And Sonia And Masha And Spike" Is Final Production Of 2016 For Hampton Theatre Company

by Abby Cummings
Performing Arts - "Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike," the Drama Desk and Tony Award-Winning comedy by Christopher Durang, will be the fourth and final play of the Hampton Theatre Company's 2015-2016 season.

Access Parrish Addresses Artistic Programming For Youth And Adults With Varied Needs And Abilities

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Access Parrish is designed to provide a positive, shared experience among varied needs youth and adults, their caregivers, and Parrish educators," said Cara Conklin-Wingfield.

Second Annual Hamptons Songwriters Share Series Wraps Up With Fred Raimondo

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "In this quiet and intimate setting you really get to know the musician and get a sense of their creative process and what inspired them to write their songs," explained Nancy Remkus.

The Parrish Art Museum Set To Kick-Off Summer Concert Series

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - "Our summer music program brings together performers of diverse musical persuasions and encourages all ages to dance, dine, socialize or just enjoy the fresh air and the cool tunes," said Andrea Grover.

A Look At Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center's Entertaining 2016 Summer Lineup

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "Have you looked at our summer line up? Why wouldn't you be eager to come to the PAC!?," remarked Erin Young, Assistant to the Executive Director at the WHBPAC.

Levitas Center For The Arts To Welcome Southampton Artists Association's Memorial Day Weekend Art Show

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "These talented artists have won awards, had their work displayed in New York City and many other publications," remarked Danielle Leef.

Garnet Hill Commemorating The Holiday Weekend With Hamptons Kate Betts Book Signing

by Sydney A. Braat
The Bookshelf - "I've been coming to the Hamptons since I was a kid and I have a house in Sag Harbor," explained Betts.

Tracy Morgan Headlining Memorial Day Weekend Hamptons Show

by Sydney A. Braat
Performing Arts - "What we want our audience to take away from Mr. Morgan's show is a shortness of breath, a side pain from laughing so much and of course a great experience," said Erin Young.

Holiday Weekend Brings 8th Annual Show On The Green To Montauk

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - Anne Weissman, the show's director, is excited for this "absolutely fantastic fine arts show. It is well-received every year and we work hard to keep the show fresh."

Two Hamptons Galleries Team Up For "The Golden Age of Rock 'n' Roll"

by Sydney A. Braat
In the Galleries - "I have been wanting to do a show with Rock 'n' Roll Iconic Photography for years ever since I saw Chris Foster's photographs of David Bowie several years back," said Karyn Mannix.

Sag Harbor Artist's "Ocean And Flower Field" Series Supports Peconic Land Trust

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "The inspiration for the paintings is the unique Hamptons landscape where you have the blue ocean, sparkling bays and salt marshes right next to rich farm land," said Casey Chalem Anderson.

Head To The End This Weekend For The 7th Annual Montauk Music Festival

by Sydney A. Braat
Live Music View - "The Festival has become the official start of the tourist season for much of Montauk," said Kenny Giustino. "So many local residents tell me it's their favorite weekend, that is most rewarding. Nothing better than the gift of music."

Judy Carmichael And Billy Stritch Headlining Hamptons Concert

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "I know this will be a special treat for jazz aficionados," said Scott Schwartz.

Coastal Adoration And Concerns To Be Addressed During Hamptons Museum's "Tideland Sessions"

by Sydney A. Braat
Art News - "Tideland Sessions will provide a gathering place for in-depth discussions, lead by artists and leaders in the environmental field, on creating a healthy, accessible, and resilient coastal community," said Andrea Grover.

INTERVIEW: Mario Cantone Dishes On Working With Husband Jerry Dixon, Theater In The Hamptons And His Summer Plans

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "We've never really worked together onstage before, except we did an off-Broadway show this past year called Steve, which was at The New Group, that Cynthia Nixon directed," Cantone said about working with Dixon.

"Weiner:" The Best Date Night Movie For Political Junkies

by T.J. Clemente
On The Screen - The new documentary film, "Wiener," is without doubt the best date movie for political junkies in years.

Phoebe Legere Bringing Her Sensational Musical Talents To The Talkhouse

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "She's been described as a new Beethoven, Edith Piaf, and Frank Zappa at times, and seems to be something in between them all," said Robert Mesereau.

RJD Gallery Presenting "The Art of Discovery" In Support Of The Retreat

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "We are proud to host this exhibit in support of The Retreat to raise awareness and funds to provide safety, shelter and support to local victims of domestic abuse," said Richard Demato.

"The Night Alive:" Great Theater Now At Guild Hall

by T.J. Clemente
Performing Arts - McPherson's play script is modern with cellphone and text references yet blends in the feel of the classic poverty of inner Dublin that still exists today.

Pierson Students Use Art To Portray Their Recent Trip To Cuba

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "The kids, when they were in Cuba, were very excited by the music that they heard," said Peter Solow.

A Sweet Symphony Coming To Montauk As Part Of Music Series

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "It's all about youth, energy and an unmitigated intensity of feeling that ignites exciting creativity!" said Lilah Gosman.

Hamptons Library Hosting "Star Wars" Mother's Day Weekend Convention

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "Who could have guessed when Star Wars came out in 1977, it would continue to be a pop culture phenomenon that would still be relevant today?," asked Jay Janoski.

Gary Lucas And Jann Klose Hosting Hamptons Album Release Party

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "Klose has a fabulous, wide ranging voice with an individual style, while Lucas's luminous chord work and mesmeric fingerpicking is a joy," said "MOJO Magazine's" Mike Barnes.

Modern Mother's Day Homage Combines Contemporary Portraiture And Ancient Symbolism

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - Capturing a family portrait or solo shots of loved ones can be a tedious task.

"Spring Preview" Envisions The East End's Summer Season

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "The photographers are not only representative of the gallery but also of the caliber that sophisticated Hamptons buyers expect," shared Tulla Booth.

INTERVIEW: Bay Street's Scott Schwartz On The Theater's New Works Festival, Local Talent And His Dream Guests

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "I know it's going to be a really invigorating weekend," Schwartz said about the festival.

eARThHAMPTONS: Local Artists, Purveyors, Experts And Artisans Come Together For Earth Day Weekend Festivity

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "This is a great weekend to feed your creative soul and enjoy the East End," noted Anahi DeCanio.

Longest Running Long Island Artists Members Exhibition Set To Debut

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Every artist in our community is invited to join Guild Hall and participate with the potential of being awarded a solo exhibition," noted Christina Strassfield.

"East End Realists" Features Nine Notable Local Artists

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "I'm curating this show, East End Realists, to change the conversation about local art and invite people to their own public art exhibition space," said Ann Lombardo.

Brooklyn-Based String Band Playing Back-To-Back Shelter Island Shows

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "We are thrilled to bring music back to the Manor House with such an exciting, urban bluegrass band," expressed Tom Hashagen.

Local Theater Troupe Spotlighting Tap Dance During Hamptons Shows

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "This show brings the fabulous dance and music of tap to the east end by showcasing the history of the art form through high energy dances and video clips of the greats," shared Anita Boyer.

Guild Hall Fostering Emerging Talent With Artists In Residence

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "AIR is an extension of Guild Hall's mission to sustain the artistic spirit of the East End by cultivating the area's historical legacy as an artists' colony," explained Dr. Appelhof.

New Spring Show At Sag Harbor Gallery Features Six Distinctive Styles

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "I find the energy emitted from a discarded "canvas" speaks to me with a louder voice than one I buy new," said Jennifer Levine.

Hamptons Library Offering National Library Week Programming

by Nicole Barylski
The Bookshelf - "Come celebrate National Library Week with us and see all that we have to offer to transform your life," Danielle Waskiewicz.

"Love And The Land (And Sea):" A Local Photographer's Ode To The East End

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "The things that matter most here to me, and in life, aren't those that can be bought and sold but rather the beauty of nature and of the people with whom we choose to share our time," said Dawn Watson.

Animal Focused Films Featured In Hamptons Documentary Festival

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "Spring Docs Day celebrates the joy of spring and all living things, spotlighting our most beloved companions, be they cats, dogs, birds or horses," said Jacqui Lofaro.

East Hampton Reserve And Sculpture Garden Celebrating Jubilee Anniversary

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "It's been a fantastic journey in the creation, exploration and celebration of beauty in all facets of everyday life," shared Jack Lenor Larsen.

INTERVIEW: Comedian Jim Breuer On The New York Mets, Stand-Up, Goat Boy, His Music And More

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "I want to leave and you to go, 'You know what? He may not be the most famous comedian, but hands down that was the best I've ever seen,'" said Breuer.

Local 12-Year-Old Piano Prodigy Earns Several Accolades

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "Katerina is one of our top performing students, creative, hard-working, bright and talented," expressed Diane Giardi.

Southampton Resident Debuts Virtual Gallery

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "By making their artwork more accessible to buyers, the gallery hopes to inspire collectors and build connections without the hindrance of a physical location," noted Ryan M. Salinetti.

Groove Is In The Hamptons: Exhibit Combines Melodic, Performance And Visual Art

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "This year we've added a motion graphics video which will be projected outside ON Ashawagh Hall by John Jinks," said Geralyne Lewandowski.

Local Ballet Troupe Takes On Classic Comedy For Spring Show

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "Coppelia is a springtime treat," shared Sara Jo Strickland.

Rooftop Graffiti "Gallery" Sparks Hamptons Exhibit

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Three local photographers documented the controversial art form of graffiti," explained Sally Breen,

Gene Casey's "Solo In Sag Harbor" To Benefit Community Action Of Southold Town

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "It has become a lovely community event, the room is intimate with very good acoustics," shared Nancy Remkus.

Hamptons Library Presenting Ringside Insight About "Rocky" Series

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "Our community stays on top of current events and culture," explained Nola Thacker.

Honoring The East End's Youth: Guild Hall Celebrating Winners Of Student Film Contest

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "This year's student film entries are some of the best I have ever seen and I hope that anyone who is interested in the future of film will join as at the free screening," shared Jennifer Brondo.

Where To Share A Laugh On The East End This Weekend

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - They say laughter is the best medicine, so get ready to crack up.

"You And Me:" Montauk Local Makes A Hit Movie

by T.J. Clemente
On The Screen - There is no perfect love story - or perfect person - the true beauty comes from finding someone who loves you for your imperfections and who you really are.

The Artist Study Hosting Special Exhibit At Tripoli Gallery

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "A man of few words, I prefer to communicate with painted images," said Timothy McGuire.

Local Artist Opens East Hampton Studio

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "The reason I started this was to try to bring the arts back to where it belongs, the East End," explained Karyn Mannix.

New York City-Based Teen Singing Sensation Back In The Hamptons

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "Sofia's lyrics and compositions reflect her humor and understanding of what it means to be human," said Andrea Grover.

Nile Rodgers Teams Up With East End Organization

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "I am so glad to be partnering with East End Arts and their mission of community enrichment through the arts and education," said Nile Rodgers. "One universal language unites us all, and that is, The Arts."

Hamptons Museum Exploring Southampton's Role In The American Revolution

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Southampton's occupation by British soldiers during the American Revolution is this Town's most important, historical event to happen since the landing by English pioneers in 1640," shared Tom Edmonds.

Everyone's Favorite Hamptons Concierge Doctor Calling It Quits

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - Dr. Hank Lawson has just scheduled his last home call in the Hamptons.

Hamptons Museum Focuses On The Next Generation Of Artists

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "We remain in awe of the creative spirit of our young people and applaud their teachers," said Barbara Jo Howard.

Sea-Themed Hamptons Paint Night Series Supports Back To The Bays

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "Brush Strokes for the Bays isn't your typical 'Paint Night' type event," said Kimberly Barbour.

Filmmakers, Professors, Artists And More Featured In PechaKucha Night Hamptons

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "Audience members love PechaKucha Night Hamptons because presenters share their passions through storytelling and autobiography," explained Andrea Grover.

Rising Stars Of The Irish Music Scene Featured In Pre-St. Patrick's Day Performance

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "This is a group of award-winning young musicians with the talent, poise and repertoire to propel them into the top tier of the genre," said Tom Hashagen. "Catch them now, while you can!"

"What A Long Strange Trip" Celebrates The Grateful Dead

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "It's been far too long since the Grateful Dead were honored with a show dedicated to their unique brand of American music," said Gary Hygom.

Hamptons Cultural Center Taking On "South Pacific"

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "Rodgers and Hammerstein's, South Pacific, is based on the Pulitzer Prize winning James Michener novel, Tales of the South Pacific," explained director Michael Disher.

Sag Harbor Leap Day Baby Hosting Hamptons Birthday Extravaganza

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "I've always felt special being born on the 29th, and try to do special things with my life that spill out into other people's lives," shared Romany Kramoris.

Nine East End Students Featured In Inaugural Hamptons Teen PechaKucha Night

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "We wanted to host a Teen PechaKucha Night to highlight the energy and ideas of the young people in our community," explained series organizer Andrea Grover.

The East End's Metamorphosis Inspires "Scenes And Structures"

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Rapidly changing views of local land and beachscapes is the inspiration behind this show and sale," said Ann Lombardo.

East End Non-Profit Teams Up With Hamptons Gallery For Open Call To Local Artists

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "This is an opportunity for artists to realize their projects in an established gallery in Sag Harbor, generously donated by board member Richard Demato, while making a contribution to end the cycle of domestic abuse on the East End," shared Loretta K. Davis.

A Tribute To Bach Begins Hamptons Music Festival's Spring Shows

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "My heartfelt belief that East End audiences would embrace a series of spring concerts was confirmed last season," said Marya Martin.

Southampton Artists Association Hosting Winter Art Show

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "The mission of the organization continues to be to extend local artist members the opportunity to display their works in a Southampton gallery and to support local art activities wherever possible," explained Dom Lamontanaro.

Say Goodbye To The Polar Vortex And Hello To Long Island Winterfest

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "In our 9th year, we are pleased to say that the fest has accomplished what it was created to do: Nurture the east end economy and give work to artists during slower, mid winter months," noted Jim Faith.

Alec Baldwin Hosting Winter Screening Of "McCabe & Mrs. Miller"

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - The 1971 Robert Altman Western stars Warren Beatty, Julie Christie, Rene Auberjonois, William Devane, and John Schuck.

East End-Based Curator Takes Over Hamptons Gallery To Highlight Local Artists

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "There are so many artists on the East End deserving of recognition, and too few galleries, and this is an opportunity to give the public an idea of who is here," explained Arlene Bujese.

Romancing Your Crush Through Music: Five Valentine's Day Weekend East End Concerts

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - Set the mood by bringing your love to one of these East End shows.

Hamptons Café Paying Homage To The Written Word

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "Whether you write, read, or enjoy songs, poetry, or books, join us for a night of inspiration as you get to know other writers and artists in our local community," said Jackie Taylor.

Two East End Organizations Partnering To Host Hamptons One Billion Rising

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "The Neo-Political Cowgirls are always proud to partner with The Retreat to bring creativity to the forefront as a method for changing the world, confronting demons and brightening the future for our community," said Kate Mueth.

Hearts For Art Spreads To The Hamptons Over Valentine's Day Weekend

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "We look forward to seeing which works our visitors connect with and to seeing all of the hearts throughout the Museum," noted Tara Prout.

Local Artist Featured In Valentine's Poetry Reading

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "Bill King was such a warm supporter of my poetry," explained Megan, "and the inspiration for this book from the beginning."

When "Jumpin' Jack Flash" Met "Penny Lane": Hamptons Concert Paying Tribute To Two Iconic Bands

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - It's only rock 'n roll but the East End loves it.

Annual East End Festival Heats Up The Hamptons Music Scene

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - The time has come to cure your winter blues.

Suzy Elmiger Hosting East End Music Film Series

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "My favorite docs remain music films, so I thought it would be great to have one on East End filmmakers who made music films," noted Suzy Elmiger, who is presenting the series.

Hamptons Theater Screening Puccini's "Turandot"

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "Franco Zeffirelli's 1987 production is one of the gems in the Met repertory," noted Wilborn Hampton.

Hampton Theatre Company Casting For Upcoming "Lost In Yonkers" Production

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "Lost in Yonkers, considered by many to be Neil Simon's greatest play," noted Sarah Hunnewell.

A Look Into The Mind Of An Up-And-Coming Artist: Hamptons Museum Presenting Annual Student Exhibit

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "For over twenty years, The Student Art Festival has helped nurture and encourage talent on the East End," noted Ruth Appelhof.

Hamptons Museum Teaming Up With Local Artist For Debut Neoteric Night

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "In the spirit of my former gallery space and continuing projects, I wanted to invite the creative community to come together to make introductions and connections," said Scott Bluedorn.

Miami Is THE Place To Be When The City Gets Taken Over By The Art World

by Lee Fryd
Art News - "It's the one place in the world to be this week," said Jean Shafiroff.

East End Ladies Of Rock Ruling Bay Street This Weekend

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "Producing an artist with what we call 'the curse of genius' is one of the most inspiring and genuine experiences a person in my field can have," noted Cynthia Daniels about one of the featured performers.

Hamptons Museum Presenting Regional Debut Of Climate Change Film

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "This Changes Everything is especially powerful and timely as climatologists anticipate the effects of rising sea levels, changes in weather patterns, and the impact on coastal zones—especially when one considers that half the world's population live within 200 miles of a sea coast, ours notwithstanding," explained Andrea Grover.

Hampton Theatre Company Takes On Theresa Rebeck's "Dead Accounts"

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "What I think audiences will like about this play is that Theresa Rebeck looks at some very real sore spots in contemporary culture," explained Andrew Botsford.

Hamptons Museum Debuting Teen-Focused PechaKucha Night

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "A focused evening of teen presentations is our way of bringing teen energy and brilliance to the Museum," noted Andrea Grover.

Local Artist Takes Gallerygoers On A Self-Exploration Of East End Inspired Works

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "After viewing her latest work, I was awakened by her process - she paints in contradiction to her personal language of emotions - whether knowingly or not," said Kathy Zeiger.

Hamptons Theater Presenting Inaugural Kids Films Series

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "We are constantly asked by many of the East End's non-profits to host their events or in this case, to provide a little entertainment for our youth during the cold winter months," noted Tracy Mitchell.

Laurie Anderson's "Heart Of A Dog" Screening In The Hamptons

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "As a multidisciplinary artist working in music, performance, drawings, paintings, and film, Anderson has a special gift for interweaving narratives that span from the universal to the deeply personal," explained Andrea Grover.

East End Artists Illuminate Southampton Gallery In "Winter Light"

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Artists who work and live on the East End will light up the dark days of winter," said curator Arlene Bujese.

Spoiler Alert! "The Affair" Season 2 Wrap-up

by T.J. Clemente
On The Screen - Season 2 of Showtime's "The Affair" has concluded, and once again, it has left viewers with as many unanswered questions as answered.

Nancy Atlas' Fireside Sessions Heating Up The Hamptons

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "People just love coming out each weekend and rockin' out with Nancy and her guests and her concerts sold out last winter just about every night," said Gary Hygom.

East End Landscapes Shine In Dan Jones' "Seaside Impression"

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "The almost painterly pastel colors and soft motion gives one a calming feeling of peace that pulls the viewer in," noted Tulla Booth.

A Hamptons Holiday Sing-Along And Visit With "Frosty The Snowman" Creator

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - We're all familiar with "Frosty the Snowman," but did you know that one of his creators is from the East End?

Theatrical Figure Drawing Workshop Returns To Hamptons Museum

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "The program — a fusion of disciplines including music, dance, theatre, and the visual arts — places the participants and audience right inside the creative process," said Andrea Cote.

Hamptons Dance Theater Merging "The Nutcracker" And "Annie" During Annual Holiday Performance

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - Set in an orphanage, Mixed Nuts 2015 will combine the best of two theater treasures.

Massachusetts-Based Theater Company Begins Residency At East End School

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "Making Shakespeare accessible and inclusive," says actor Caitlin Kraft, is the mission of the Company's Education Program.

The Vendettas Add Rock And Roll Edge To Hamptons Yuletide Concert

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - Throughout the evening, Long Island's favorite Rockabilly band will play a variety of rocking holiday hits, accompanied by the roots rock n' roll sounds the group is known for.

Sugar Plums, Clara, The Nutcracker Prince And An Evil Mouse King Pirouetting Their Way To The Hamptons

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "The dancing is on a high caliber both with the professional level students and the dance professionals that are joining us this year," said Sara Jo Strickland.

INTERVIEW: Jamie Colby On "Strange Inheritance," Filming In The Hamptons And The Most Unusual Inheritances She's Encountered

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "Each family gets 30 minutes to preserve a legacy," Jamie Colby explained to Hamptons.com about the Fox Business show.

Over 30 Films Screening As Part Of Hamptons Take 2 Documentary Film Festival

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "Our mantra is ALL DOCS ALL DAY," said festival founder and executive director Jacqui Lofaro.

"A Christmas Carol" With A Twist: Local Theater Group Takes On Charles Dickens Classic

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "The show will star Tony D'Alessio as Scrooge and feature various twists and turns as we travel back to the 80s to see his past, take a look at his present and witness a very grim future," explained Kasia Klimiuk.

Mortified Live Teams Up With Hamptons Museum To "Share The Shame"

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - After the shades of red leave your face and maybe a few days (or years) pass, hopefully, eventually you'll be able to look back and find the humor in your most embarrassing moments.

Local Performing Arts Center Hosting Carols From Around The World And "The Nutcracker"

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - Now that Christmas trees and The Elf on the Shelf have started to pop up at homes across the East End, it's time to commence Yuletide celebrations.

Hamptons Galleries Given The Chance To Shine During Thanksgiving Saturday ArtWalk

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Thanksgiving Saturday ArtWalk is born out of the enthusiasm of the season itself," shared Kathy Zeiger.

Sag Harbor-Based Gallery's "Holiday Invitational" Focused On Small Works

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Romany Kramoris Gallery is pleased to present a snowstorm of local artists in our colorful Holiday Invitational," shared Romany Kramoris.

"Angelina Ballerina" And "Twinkle" Author Taking Part In East End Reading

by Nicole Barylski
The Bookshelf - "I've met lots of wonderful children in the area, and they inspire me to keep writing," shared Katharine Holabird.

Annual Thanksgiving Art Show Wraps Up Southampton Artists Association's 2015 Season

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "As many as 40 members will take part in the show and offer their works for sale," shared Dom Lamontanaro.

Where To Find A "Gem" Of A Gift In The Hamptons

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "The Gems show is definitely one of my favorite shows of the year because we always get to display our new artists that we really believe in," shared Joanna L. Gmuender.

East End Arts Presenting A Trio Of Complimentary Concerts

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "This is our 29th year and we are excited about being able to bring this music to the community," shared Reverend Maryanne McElroy.

East End Library Presenting Trip To Annual Holiday Season Spectacular

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - Each year, millions of visitors of all ages travel to Radio City Music Hall for a quintessential New York City Christmas celebration.

Hamptons Theatre Group Kicking Off Holiday Season With Beloved Classic

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - Miracle on 34th Street, The Muppet Christmas Carol, Scrooge, Elf, White Christmas, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, A Christmas Carol, and It's a Wonderful Life. What do these films have in common?

Twice As Nice: Hamptons Gallery Debuting Double Dose Of New Exhibits

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Stephanie Brody-Lederman has a solo show at Guild Hall - so we decided to have the exhibition in my gallery concurrent with that," shared Sara Nightingale.

It's A Family Affair For Local Band Featured In Upcoming Sag Harbor Charity Concert

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "My dad and brother and I always look forward to our Sag Harbor show," shared Sag Harbor's own Daniel Koontz.

East End Autumn Inspired Concert Taking Listeners On A Whimsical Journey

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "The idea is to transport the audience and engage their imagination right from the start," said Miloš Repicky.

Hamptons-Based Theater Group Celebrating 10th Anniversary By Paying Homage To "The Wizard Of Oz"

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "There's lots of love, laughter and camaraderie packed into this grass roots theater company that formed 7 years ago to fill what was perceived as a community theater void in the East Hampton area," shared Barbara Mattson.

The Telling Project Embarking On A Long Island Tour

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "The Telling Project is a special event where seven local veterans and military family members will share their stories of service and sacrifice during free and open to the public performances," explained Melissa Mundy.

A Local Legend, The Jazz Factor And Other Musical Hamptons Happenings

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - Southampton Cultural Center is kicking off November with a musical weekend, offering visitors the chance to partake in a jazz and tap focused workshop, enjoy Improvography, or just sit back and listen to an amazing set from a local favorite.

Hamptons Museum To Embark On An Exploration Of Food In Relation To The Art World

by Nicole Barylski
Museum News - "Advances in food production technology are changing the way we think about, prepare, and consume meals," noted Andrea Grover.

East End Theater Company Accepting Entries For Performing Arts Scholarship

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "As part of their mission, OFVS always gives back a portion of their proceeds back to the community through a local non-profit and with their OFVS Performing Arts Scholarship, which was established last summer, they hope to award a local high school senior with a background in the performing arts for their undergraduate studies," explained Kasia Klimiuk.

Pop-Up Art Show Influenced By The Charm Of The East End's Accabonac Creek

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "This will be our third show and we look forward to again providing artists an opportunity to share their response to the inspiration of Accabonac and a chance for the public to appreciate both the art and the special beauty that inspires it," shared Jorie Latham.

Ethan Hawke And Roger Waters Featured In Hamptons Concert Series

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "I am thrilled to have the opportunity to work with GE Smith and Taylor Barton-Smith to showcase some truly amazing and accomplished artists and expose some surprising revelations about their talents," shared Gary Hygom.

Local Performing Arts Center Expands Its Student Programming With Launch Of Arts Academy

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "We have these students that start with us at age six and are with us now, they're 13 and in our teen production," noted Julienne Penza-Boone.

Prepare For An East End Science Fiction/Double Feature As "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" Turns 40

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "Time warp down to an interactive Rocky Horror experience where guests will be able to purchase goodie bags to use during the film which includes bubbles, noise makers, confetti, a commemorative glow cup and more," shared Anthony Cafaro.

Benedict Cumberbatch Brings William Shakespeare's "Hamlet" To The Big Screen

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "This is a 'Hamlet' for a world on the edge," noted Matt Trueman of "Variety."

Tracks From Method Man, Motorhead, Foals And Green Day Among International Cassette Store Day Exclusive Releases

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "Dust off that old Walkman or vintage cassette deck and hear the magic that is analog recorded music," shared Carlos Lama.

Hamptons Sundance Institute Theatre Alumni Writing Studio Provides Serene Setting For Writers

by Lisa Tamburini
Art News - Better known for its annual Film Festival founded by Robert Redford, the Sundance Institute also sponsors a theater program that encompasses labs and workshops across the country, and as far as Africa and the Middle East.

A View From Above: East End Photographer Taking Students On A Tour Of The Hamptons Sky

by Nicole Barylski
Museum News - "I'm going to show how to use the drone as a photographic tool rather than a toy, or just to take aerial pictures," shared Dell Cullum.

INTERVIEW: "The Champions" Director Darcy Dennett On Animal Welfare In Today's Society And An Amazing Transformation

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "I didn't really want to make a film where I was going out to throw Michael Vick under the bus, the film is really supposed to be about the dogs," explained "The Champions" Director Darcy Dennett.

INTERVIEW: "The Preppie Connection" Filmmaker Joseph Castelo On The Film's Talented Young Cast And The Need To Fit In

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "I can't think of a better place to premiere this film than the Hamptons," filmmaker Joseph Castelo told Hamptons.com.

One Night Only In The Hamptons: Laura Benanti To Take Center Stage At Bay Street

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "I am confident this concert is going to be a highlight of this fall on the East End," said Scott Schwartz.

Michael Keaton, Rachel McAdams, Mark Ruffalo, Cate Blanchett And Rooney Mara Featured In HIFF 2015 Centerpieces

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "McCarthy and Haynes are two of America's most talented filmmakers and they are working at the top of their game," shared David Nugent.

Plein Air Peconic And Peconic Land Trust Celebrating Partnership 10th Anniversary

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Art can be a powerful advocacy tool for conservation," noted Rebecca A. Chapman.

Hops For Habitat Exhibition Supports East End Eelgrass Restoration Program

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "We are happy to be partnering with Montauk Brewing Company for our 3rd Annual Hops for Habitat event," shared Kimberly Barbour.

"Beauty Is In The Details:" Hamptons Exhibit Centers On Worldwide Architecture

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Gary Beeber has traveled the world photographing interesting buildings and capturing details from an artistic perspective that may not otherwise be readily seen," shared Lisa Freedman.

Visual Observation And The Role Of Art: Hamptons Pop-Up Exhibit Presents Artists' Version Of Contact

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "The works of 45 artists and the Artists' Reception itself, encompass many meanings of Contact: a coming together, a touching, a connection or interaction," shared Ellen Dooley.

Whistle While You Work: Plant & Sing Festival Mixes Melody With Harvest

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "Plant & Sing Festival is one of the best ways to enjoy a fall afternoon, listening to legendary musicians of Bluegrass and traditional American music and enjoying our local bounty of great food and libations," shared Kim Folks.

Guild Hall Commemorates Metropolitan Opera Fall Season

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "I have seldom heard a more vocally exquisite and powerfully expressive account of the aching," said Anthony Tommasini in a New York Times review of the production.

Nelson Aspen Bringing A Few Familiar Faces To "Don't Tell Mama" Cabaret Return

by Lee Fryd
Performing Arts - "The first time I ever met Russell Crowe, he came up to say he admired my work," remembers Nelson Aspen.

Material Matters: Hamptons Art Show Revolves Around Components Used To Created Pieces

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "The theme references material used in creation of the work of art," shared Curator Arlene Bujese.

Water Mill-Based Museum Searching For Historic Footage To Showcase During Special Screening

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "Home movies are some of the most important historical records when it comes to learning about recent generations," shared Andrea Grover.

Actress Emily Blunt, Director Michael Moore, And Journalist Dan Rather Featured In "A Conversation With" Series

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - You never know what you're going to learn during the insightful lectures.

Steven Spielberg's "Bridge Of Spies" To Close Out 23rd Hamptons International Film Festival

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "It is an honor for us to close our 23rd festival with Steven Spielberg's new film, as he was a part of our very first edition," shared HIFF Artistic Director David Nugent.

East End Of Long Island Fosters Artist's Imagination

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "I experienced a new creative energy that I had to capture," said Franklin Engel.

Alice Wanders Into A World Of Wonder In The Hamptons

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "This production is for both children and adults with a truly unique, original story and showstopping song and dance numbers," shared Kasia Klimiuk.

Emily Blunt Among Inaugural Hamptons International Film Festival Dinner Honorees

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "The Hamptons International Film Festival was founded to celebrate independent voices in cinema," noted Anne Chaisson.

Pop-Up Show Influenced By The Hamptons' Abstract Art History

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - Artists created paintings and sculptures that are "external expressions of an intuitive internal process."

10th Annual African American Film Festival To Hit A High Note

by John Wegorzewski
On The Screen - Presented by the Southampton African American Museum, this is a seminal year of an event that has brought the richness of diversity to the cultural landscape of the East End.

Sag Harbor American Music Festival Celebrating 5th Anniversary

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "The community support has been overwhelming," shared Kelly Connaughton Dodds.

Hamptons Theater Hosting Open Call For Upcoming "Of Mice And Men" Production

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - The critically acclaimed novella has been adapted for both the screen and Broadway several times and its most recent Broadway run at The Longacre Theater in New York City starred James Franco, Chris O'Dowd, and Leighton Meester.

Julianne Moore Donates Meet And Greet At "Freeheld" Premiere In Support Of Montauk Organization

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "She has an amazing talent and is a true friend to our organization," shared Maureen Rutkowski.

Darryl "DMC" McDaniels, Tonic, Glen Phillips, And Toby Lightman Headlining East End Music & Arts Festival

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "The Hamptons is such an incredibly creative and inspiring place, and the post-summer season out here is pure magic," said Annie Balliro.

Judy Carmichael Bringing "This Is My Lucky Day!" Cabaret Show To The Hamptons

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - The Sag Harbor favorite was the first musician to hold a concert at Bay Street when the theater first opened.

#mytinyatlasmontauk Contest Culminates With Launch Party In Montauk

by Nicole Barylski
Main Articles - "We're both passionate about inspiring our communities, whether it be through design, powerful imagery or showcases like #mytinyatlasmontauk," shared Emily Nathan.

Dante Nero Headlining Hamptons All Star Comedy Show

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "The Call Back" Podcast host Joseph Vecsey is returning to Sag Harbor to emcee a special HarborFest All Star Comedy Show edition.

From The Hamptons To Broadway: The Curtain Rises On Neo-Political Cowgirls' "Eve"

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "I tend to create work out of the questions of my life at the time- and when I began diving into this Eve story I was struggling," shared Kate Mueth.

Legendary Broadway Actress Headlining Holiday Weekend Hamptons Show

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - The singer and actress will delight the audience with her inimitable voice, versatility, and charisma during a series of classic pop and show tunes.

Tumbleweed Tuesday Brings Free Concert To Montauk

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "It is just a little thank you and gives all Montaukers time to kick back and relax for a few hours and enjoy their families at play too," noted Creegan.

Landscape Design Meets Art At The Leiber Garden

by Krysten Massa
Art News - "I have been deeply affected by the gardens I have visited throughout the world, my favorite being Versailles, as well as by those I have imagined and dreamed of over the course of more than 50 years," Gerson Leiber said.

John Madere's Surf Shots And Documentary Showcased In Montauk

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "As a professional photographer, I am fascinated by the faces and forms of my fellow human beings," shared John Madere.

The Westhampton Beach Festival Of The Arts Returns Over Labor Day Weekend

by Krysten Massa
Art News - "Art evokes emotions, responses, memories and inspiration from those who view it and is created through the vision and passion of those we call 'artists'," Ron Mellot said.

90 Artists Featured In East End Hospice's Annual Box Art Auction

by Krysten Massa
Art News - "East End Hospice is one of the most loving organizations when the light dims near the end of living," noted Hans Van de Bovenkamp.

INTERVIEW: Directors Brad Barber And Scott Christopherson Discuss "Peace Officer"

by Krysten Massa
On The Screen - "I think a lot of people tend to not notice or care about problems in society, until it affects their own community," Brad Barber, director of the film "Peace Officer" told Hamptons.com.

James Vanderbilt's "Truth" To Headline 23rd Annual Hamptons International Film Festival

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - The former HIFF Screenwriters Lab mentor is returning to the festival to showcase his film, which follows news anchor Dan Rather.

Joy Behar Takes A Humorous Look At The Past During One Woman Show At Guild Hall

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "This is a good time to take stock of my shenanigans," said the comedian.

Two "Straight Outta Compton" Stars Named To "Variety's" 10 Actors to Watch

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "Actors to watch turn up in edgy little indies, studio blockbusters and from all corners of the world," said Steven Gaydos.

Candid Pop Stars And Swimmer Sculptures Showcased At The Nicole Ripka Gallery

by Krysten Massa
In the Galleries - The artistic minds of artist and photographer Bonnie Lautenberg and sculptor Carole A. Feuerman will come together for an exhibition at the Hamptons gallery.

Hamptons Art Exhibition Revolves Around Hand Painted GT3 Porsche Hoods

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "The exhibition is a multi faceted collaboration between the important street artists that the Dorian Grey Gallery works with and the luxury automotive community," noted Christopher Pusey.

New Partnership Between Bay Street And Goat On A Boat Kicks Off With "Everybody Loves Pirates"

by Krysten Massa
Performing Arts - "We're very thrilled that Goat on a Boat is making its home at Bay Street," said Tracy Mitchell.

INTERVIEW: Kathy Griffin On "Like A Boss," Making Anderson Cooper Cry, And Her Dream Film Role

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - We caught up with the Queen of Gossip, where we learned her comedy strategy, her "role" in Donald Trump's presidential campaign, and why she loves performing at the WHBPAC.

The Retreat Hosting Screening Of "The Hunting Ground"

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "We are excited to welcome Amy, Regina and Maria to open a dialogue about the important topic of sexual assault on college campuses," said Loretta K. Davis.

Christie Brinkley, Brooke Shields, Debbie Harry, And Ralph Macchio Featured In "Celebrity Autobiography"

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - Have you ever wondered what makes the Jonas Brothers get along?

VH1's "Top 20 Countdown" Airing Hamptons Episode

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - During her scenes at LongHouse, host Shannon Coffey chats about Justin Bieber's new song "What Do You Mean" and Hozier's "Someone New."

Hip To Hip Theatre Company Bringing Free Shakespeare In The Park To The Hamptons

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - The New York-based organization is presenting two free performances of beloved Shakespeare plays.

Photographer Susan Wood Brings 70s Legends To Life In East Hampton

by Krysten Massa
In the Galleries - "It was an especially exciting time in my life," Susan Wood told Hamptons.com.

Music For Montauk Summer Series Debuting During Pop-Up Performances

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "We want to keep Music for Montauk's mandate of doing off-season concerts for the community, but also want to offer something new and inspiring during the summer season, a refreshing alternative to the craziness of Montauk in August," explained Lilah Gosman.

Local And Worldwide Artists Showcased At 21st Annual Montauk Show On The Green

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "Be open to the sense of discovery and beauty you will experience and what you will undoubtedly learn of yourself in the process," Montauk Artists' Association advises fairgoers.

Surf Shorts Pay Homage To East End Community

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "The East Coast community of surfers, artists, and everyone who appreciates surfing is building a strong voice and point of view that is being appreciated not only by the California surf scene but a worldwide audience that is waking up to what we have here, which is truly unique," said Michael Halsband.

Amy Winehouse Documentary Screening As Part Of Hamptons Summer Film Series

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - This August, escape the sweltering summer heat by watching a screening of the best current release art house, foreign, independent, and documentary films during the World Cinema series.

Piper Perabo To Star In Free Staged Reading Of William Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night"

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "Last summer, the Bay Street Shakespeare Initiative's outdoor reading of 'The Tempest' was one of the highlights of our season," said Scott Schwartz.

"From Havana To The Hamptons" To Celebrate Jazz At Lincoln Center And Blue Engine Records

by Krysten Massa
Live Music View - "I look forward to joining forces on this very special evening with Greg Ammon, the Rhythm Club, and Swing! Committee to celebrate the release of Live in Cuba in Bridgehampton," said Valentino D. Carlotti.

Boz Scaggs To Perform At Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center

by Krysten Massa
Live Music View - The musician is coming to WHBPAC on the heels of his highly anticipated new album.

Free Hamptons Summer Outdoor Movie Series To Feature Four Steven Spielberg Films

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - Hamptons International Film Festival and Southampton Arts Center's Friday night outdoor screenings will continue through August with a John Hughes favorite and back-to-back-to-back-to-back Steven Spielberg classics.

70s Vibes Captured In "Right On! The Lennon Years"

by Krysten Massa
In the Galleries - "In curating Susan's work, I wanted to show the breadth of the subject matter Susan has covered, and of course to include the years that she photographed John and Yoko — the Lennon years," said Deirdre Brennan.

Hamptons Gallery's Summer Of Abstraction To Feature Works From Anna Walinska

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Anna Walinska's art was always driven by her desire to explore and express," said Rosina Walinska.

Listen To Garland Jeffreys' "Wild In The Streets" Live In The Hamptons

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "It's been a long time since I've been out East and I can't wait to reconnect with everyone," shared Garland Jeffreys.

Hamptons Literary Event Brings Together Notable Names For East Hampton Library

by Nicole Barylski
The Bookshelf - "With a fantastic line-up of nearly 100 participating authors, this year's Authors Night promises to be another record-breaking success for the East Hampton Library," said Sheila Rogers.

Alec Baldwin And Randy Mastro Named Hamptons International Film Festival Board Of Directors Co-Chairmen

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "I'm thrilled to continue with the festival as we look to lay the ground for many more exciting years ahead," shared Alec Baldwin.

Cuba Comes To The Hamptons

by Lisa Tamburini
Art News - Joan and George Hornig hosted this unique illuminating lecture and art show by Latin American gallery owner Carla Arzente in their Water Mill home.

INTERVIEW: Actress Catherine Curtin Discusses New Play, "Steinbrenner!," Coming To Guild Hall

by Krysten Massa
Performing Arts - "I think of all of the sports plays that have been on Broadway in the last couple of years, this is the one, for me, with the greatest authenticity, the greatest integrity, the sharpest wit, the most interesting story," said Catherine Curtain.

Accabonac House Holds Hamptons Benefit In Support Of New Artist's Retreat

by Nicholas Conzelman
In the Galleries - Their mission is to nurture the creative process by providing an opportunity for artists to work alone or collaboratively without interruption in a supportive environment.

Hamptons "Surf Craft" Exhibition Traces The Quest For The Ultimate Board

by Nicholas Conzelman
In the Galleries - The thematically fitting show for the East End will present 45 surfboards built from the late 1940s to the present day.

Hamptons International Film Festival's SummerDocs Series To Screen Marlon Brando Documentary

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - "Listen to Me Marlon" gives viewers an all access pass into the private world of Marlon Brando, through his own storytelling.

Hamptons Children's Film Festival To Feature Two Oscar Nominated Shorts

by Krysten Massa
On The Screen - "These inspiring shorts illuminate the creative process of animated and documentary filmmaking with enjoyable, high quality films for families," said Jennifer Duque.

Brooke Shields To Discuss "There Was A Little Girl" At Hamptons Book Signing

by Nicole Barylski
The Bookshelf - The no-holds-barred memoir covers Brooke's complicated relationship with her mother and also dishes about her romantic relationships with fellow celebrities.

Island Moving Co. Bringing Community Dance Festival To Southampton

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "It was wonderful to see such a creative, inspiring process unfold, and I hope to experience more in the future," said Susan Ruf.

Southampton Arts Center Celebrates Artists From Across Long Island

by Krysten Massa
In the Galleries - "Supporting artists who are part of our community is a central to our mission," Michele Thompson.

2015 Bridgehampton Chamber Music Festival Includes Performance From Pink Floyd's Roger Waters

by Krysten Massa
Live Music View - "Our 32nd festival tells many stories," said Marya Martin.

Shelter Island Birdhouse Exhibition And Auction To Benefit Peconic Land Trust

by Krysten Massa
In the Galleries - "This project combines two of my favorite passions - working with artists and land conservation," said Mallory Samson.

From Classic Childhood Toy To Mesmerizing Exhibit: Artist Tara Donovan Transforms The Slinky For New Show

by Nicholas Conzelman
In the Galleries - While Tara Donovan admits she has no special connection to this commonplace toy, the artist chooses her materials based on their inherent potential to be manipulated and reconstructed.

Hamptons Theater To Host Special Night With "Saturday Night Live" Alum And KFC's Colonel Sanders

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - Al Gore, Bill Clinton, Sean Connery, Regis Philbin, Dan Rather, John Travolta, Jesse Jackson, Richard Dreyfus, Jay Leno and Ted Koppel are amongst the great number of people the former "SNL" cast member has mimicked.

Surf's Up At The Parrish Art Museum

by Krysten Massa
On The Screen - 50 years ago, Bruce Brown presented the ultimate surfing adventure when he documented the journey of two surfers traveling around the world for "The Endless Summer."

Billy Joel Makes Surprise Appearance At Hamptons Comedy Club

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - The "Piano Man" made an unexpected cameo during a notable comedian's set.

East Hampton Library To Screen Local Filmmaker's "Dead End"

by Krysten Massa
On The Screen - The East Hampton Library will show a screening of Adam Baranello's film Dead End. The film is about the mysterious murders of a dancer, a ballerina and a singer.

Country Storytelling With Wynonna Judd & The Big Noise

by Krysten Massa
Live Music View - Hamptons concertgoers can expect a mix of Judd's biggest hits and favorite covers.

Southampton Cultural Center Presents "Summer Roses V: An Evening In Paris"

by Krysten Massa
Live Music View - The Southampton Culture Center presents its fifth annual Summer Roses concert, titles "Summer Roses V: An Evening in Paris."

"House Of Lies" Star Ben Schwartz Joins 2015 WordTheatre Hamptons Benefit: "Where Words Survive And Thrive"

by Krysten Massa
Performing Arts - Featured actors will include Amber Tamblyn, Sarah Wynter, Carla Gugino, Vincent Piazza, Ari Graynor and more.

Nick Korniloff Dishes On This Year's Art Southampton

by Krysten Massa
Art News - "The fair is about connecting people to the galleries and the people that are represented, but it is also about giving back to the community," said Nick Korniloff.

Hamptons Whaling Museum Commemorates 40th Anniversary Of "Jaws"

by Krysten Massa
Museum News - Big sharp teeth, powerful jaws and a taste for blood...that is what many know about sharks, the predators of the sea.

London's Oldest Fine Art Gallery To Participate In Hamptons Art Fair

by Krysten Massa
In the Galleries - Gladwell & Patterson, one of the oldest fine art galleries in London have joined this year's Art Southampton.

Market Art + Design Moves To Fairview Farm At Mecox Bay

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - Leading fair exhibitors include The Hole, Sasha Wolf Gallery, and VICTORI+MO.

Reserved For Rondee, 2/3 Goat, And Pandafan Headlining At Guild Hall

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - A diverse blend of the NYC indie rock scene is taking center stage this weekend.

Hamptons Summer Movie Series Presenting Screenings Of Cult Classics For Free

by Nicole Barylski
Hamptons International Film Festival - July screenings will include George Lucas' "American Graffiti," Emile Ardolino's "Dirty Dancing," Billy Wilder's "Some Like it Hot," Phil Alden Robinson's "Field of Dreams," and Alfred Hitchcock's "Psycho."

Hamptons International Film Festival Hosting 7th Annual SummerDocs Series At Guild Hall

by Gwen Clarke
Hamptons International Film Festival - "The SummerDocs series has been a tremendous success for HIFF and our patrons," said series presenter Alec Baldwin.

"One Love" In The Hamptons: The Wailers Honor Bob Marley's 70th Birthday

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - For more than four decades, the Wailers has brought Bob Marley's legacy and the nobility, passion, and open-mindedness of his music to fans across the globe.

4th Edition Of Art Southampton To Take Place On World Renowned Grounds Of Nova's Ark Project

by John Wegorzewski
In the Galleries - The annual fair offers the highest quality works of art from the 20th and 21st centuries and the 2015 edition will also incorporate design and the decorative arts.

The Art Of Lynn Matsuoka Will Ride Into ArtHamptons

by Krysten Massa
In the Galleries - This collection is defined by powerful, lyrical lines and is meant to look and feel real.

Our Top Five ArtHamptons Happenings

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - ArtHamptons, the longest-standing art fair in the Hamptons, is set to showcase works from 400 respected artists.

The Dream Machine Comes To The Hamptons

by Elsie Boskamp
Museum News - "The Dream Machine was conceptualized to bring innovative and fun accessories to the market," shared Sara Meltzer.

Southampton Cultural Center's Summer Concert Series Returns To Coopers Beach And Agawam Park

by Gwen Clarke
Live Music View - "Imagine yourself on a beautiful summer night in the serene setting of Agawam Park or gorgeous Coopers Beach with your friends or family enjoying a picnic surrounded by good music at no charge," asked Kirsten Lonnie.

Amagansett Fine Arts Festival Taking Place Over 4th Of July Weekend

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "We're excited to present this show again, as the artists look forward to the enthusiastic local audience," noted Director David Oleski.

Celebrate Fourth Of July Weekend With The Beach Boys

by Gwen Clarke
Live Music View - The band recently released "That's Why God Made The Radio," their 29th studio album, which is the first in decades to feature all surviving members of the band.

David Crosby Headlining 4th Of July Weekend Hamptons Concert

by Elsie Boskamp
Live Music View - David Crosby, folk-rock star, is scheduled to perform this summer in Westhampton Beach.

"Mother (And Me)" Debuts In The Hamptons

by Elsie Boskamp
Performing Arts - Melinda Buckley's solo performance will follow Mama Rose and Melinda as they face losses in life and each other.

Cole Rumbough Shares Great American Songbook With A New Generation

by Lee Fryd
Art News - In the 70s, Madison Avenue proclaimed, "When E.F. Hutton talks, people listen."

"Bill Cunningham: Facades" Comes To Southampton Arts Center

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "We all get dressed for Bill," stated "Vogue" editrix Anna Wintour.

"Strength In Layers" Showcases Three Emerging Young Artists

by Gwen Clarke
In the Galleries - "I value the human aspects of art-making that make the work perfectly imperfect; the rough edges, the lines that are not perfectly straight, the slightly askew elements, the overlapping of colors, etc.," said artist Steve Mitrani.

Colin Quinn Teams Up With Jerry Seinfeld For Hamptons Production

by Krysten Massa
Performing Arts - The public workshop presentation of Quinn's new work-in-progress takes a look at the Big Apple's modest beginnings as Dutch outpost to the hipsters of modern Williamsburg to the vermin that can be found both below and above ground.

Southampton Arts Center Hosting Book Talk With "Primates Of Park Avenue" Author Dr. Wednesday Martin

by Krysten Massa
Art News - Southampton Arts Center is holding a literary discussion featuring The New York Times columnist Alex Kuczynski and author Dr. Wednesday Martin.

Dance Fusion Comes To Southampton Cultural Center

by Kyra Richards
Performing Arts - "Now you no longer have to go to New York, professional dance has come to Southampton," shared Laura Devinney.

Hamptons Pop-Up Art Exhibit Features Resolve Of 50 Artists

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Resolve, derived from the earlier Latin, re- + solvere (solve); a strong determination to do something," explained artist Ellen Dooley.

Mortifying Childhood Moments To Be Shared During Live Show In The Hamptons

by Gwen Clarke
Museum News - "There are a million stories buried in the pages of people's lives. Our mission is to help people find them," Mortified organizers noted.

Catch An Intimate Set From Duncan Sheik At Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center

by Kyra Richards
Live Music View - Duncan Sheik live Friday, June 19, 8pm in The Mollie parnis auditorium at the Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center

G.E. Smith Of The "Saturday Night Live" Band Hits Bay Street Theater

by Kyra Richards
Live Music View - G.E. Smith has played with Hall and Oates and Bob Dylan, but is probably best known for his time as the leader of the "Saturday Night Live" band.

"Selfies & Portraits Of The East End" To Open In East Hampton

by Kyra Richards
In the Galleries - From Kim Kardashian to Taylor Swift to Tom Hanks to Lady Gaga, everybody loves a good "selfie."

Parrish Art Museum Screening Marion Cajori's Documentary About Chuck Close

by Gwen Clarke
On The Screen - "My film traces the evolution of Chuck Close as an artist and the course his work has taken in becoming art," said Marion Cajori.

Arthur Miller's Time In The Hamptons

by T.J. Clemente
Art News - The great American playwright and author of "Death of a Salesman," always had a special place in his heart for the East End, mostly because it was in Amagansett that he spent two summers with Marilyn Monroe.

"Moby Dick" Marathon Returns To Sag Harbor

by Kyra Richards
The Bookshelf - Live readings of the iconic Herman Melville novel will be held at various locations throughout Sag Harbor Village.

"Upper West Side Story" Launches In The Hamptons

by Gwen Clarke
The Bookshelf - Written by Susan Pashman, a Sag Harbor resident, "Upper West Side Story" was inspired by real-life conversations about the educational divide.

Perlman Music Program Presents "Classical Collaborations" At Southampton Cultural Center

by Kyra Richards
Live Music View - The afternoon will include works by Brahms, Dvorak, Elgar, Mendelssohn and Schumann, including Schumann's Piano Quintet with violinist Itzhak Perlman.

Hamptons Theater Celebrates Filmmaker Robert Altman

by Elsie Boskamp
Art News - Altman's Art will include a screening of "Gosford Park," a discussion of Altman's work and a talkback hosted by Bob Balaban, who will be accompanied by Guilia D'Agnolo Vallan and Kathryn Altman.

Hamptons-Based Dance Group Makes European Debut In Berlin

by Elsie Boskamp
Performing Arts - "That fact that we, with an international cast, get to explore with the Berliner audiences these themes of fertility of mind, body, creativity and womanly hunger is just so exciting and satisfying as theater artists," said Kate Mueth.

David Bromberg Quintet To Perform At Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center

by Gwen Clarke
Live Music View - Renowned as a session "guitar man of the stars," a solo performer and a bandleader of genre-breaking outfits, multi-string instrumentalist virtuoso David Bromberg will grace the intimate Westhampton Beach theater backed by his stellar quintet.

Parrish Art Museum To Host Traditional Contra Dance With Caller Dave Harvey And Dunegrass

by Gwen Clarke
Live Music View - "The East End has long celebrated the changing of seasons with contra dancing in barns," noted Amy Kirwin and Andrea Grover.

Céline Keating Hosting Hamptons Book Launch For Her Newest Novel, "Play For Me"

by Kyra Richards
The Bookshelf - "My challenge in 'Play for Me' was capturing - in words -- the way music sounds, and exploring the deep emotion it evokes," noted author Céline Keating.

Unsung Singing Hero's Of The East End

by T.J. Clemente
Live Music View - "I am playing FOR the recipients of such efforts," said Gene Casey. "It's been humbling, eye opening and has taken what I do as a musician to a level that is very real and immediate."

Hamptons Artists Complete 30 Paintings In 30 Days

by Elsie Boskamp
Museum News - Snowy days and cold winter rays inspired a group of local artists to bring sunshine and warmth back into their lives by exploring the power and depth of painting through the challenge of completing 30 pieces in 30 days.

Southampton Cultural Center Commemorates Southampton's 375th Anniversary During New Exhibit

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "The show recognizes the contribution of the New York School era artists to the legacy of art in the world and Southampton who are now deceased: Jane Freilicher, Howard Kanovitz, Roy Lichtenstein, Larry Rivers and Jane Wilson," noted curator Arlene Bujese.

Sag Harbor Artist Donates Art Installation To The Retreat's East Hampton Office

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "We are so grateful to Barbara for approaching us with this idea a few months ago," expressed Loretta K. Davis, Executive Director at The Retreat.

Sounds Of Summer And Jazz En Plein Air Kickoff Outdoor Music At The Parrish

by Kyra Richards
Live Music View - "It's a festive and fun way to kick-off the weekend," noted series co-organizers, Andrea Grover, and Amy Kirwin.

Bay Street Theater's 2015 Mainstage Season Debuts With World Premiere Of "The New Sincerity"

by Elsie Boskamp
Performing Arts - The Bay Street Theater recently announced the cast and creative team involved with the production of the world premiere of The New Sincerity, a comedy written by Alena Smith and directed by Bob Balaban.

Second Hamptons Comic Book Show To Be Held Memorial Day Weekend

by Krysten Massa
Art News - Comic book fans can unite in Southampton for a day of collectibles, costumes, contests and more during the 2nd annual Hamptons Comic Book Show.

Paula Poundstone Returns To Bay Street Theater Over Memorial Day Weekend

by Krysten Massa
Performing Arts - "Her comedy comes from the audience; it's not a routine, but a conversation, an experience," noted Topher Williamson.

Southampton Historical Museum Showcases Double Dose Of Artwork During Spring Exhibit

by Elsie Boskamp
Museum News - Southampton Historical Museum recently welcomed the debut of two new Southampton Art Exhibits at the Rogers Mansion Museum Complex.

Strangemen & Co. Theatre Group Takes A Summer Residency In East Hampton

by Cami Potter
Performing Arts - Coming off of their critically acclaimed show, "The Woodsman," the abstract theatre group, Strangelove & Co., hits East Hampton's Guild Hall.

Southampton Artists Association Hosting Annual Memorial Day Weekend Exhibit

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "The mission of the organization continues to be to extend local artist members the opportunity to display their works in a Southampton gallery and to support local art activities wherever possible," noted Dom Lamontanaro, SAA president.

"Hay Fever" Closing Out Hampton Theatre Company's 30th Anniversary Season

by Krysten Massa
Performing Arts - The comedy embodies the horrors of a bad and awkward weekend stay at a friend's place.

Montauk Music Festival Taking Over "The End" This Weekend

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - The four day music festival features free performances from over 100 up-and-coming bands.

"Hot Lips" Comes To Montauk This Summer

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - New York-based modern artist Jeremy Penn was chosen for a summer residence at The Montauk Beach House.

Hampton Classic Selects Poster Artist For 40th Annual Hamptons Horse Show

by Krysten Massa
Art News - "It's a great honor and privilege to have been chosen to join the ranks of outstanding equestrian art representing The Hampton Classic Horse Show," artist Johnathan Hallgrey said.

The B-52s Are Grooving Their Way Into Westhampton Beach

by Cami Potter
Live Music View - Come see the "World's Greatest Party Band," the B-52s, in the Hamptons over Memorial Day weekend.

East End Library Pays Tribute To Launch Of Book About Montauk's History

by Krysten Massa
The Bookshelf - "It is my hope that through the photographs and memorabilia featured in the Montauk book that people will learn about times in Montauk's past," said co-author Robin Strong.

Acclaimed Artist Partners With East Hampton After School Program For Unity Mural

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "I wanted to create a project that would give young people a positive and creative forum for teamwork rather than focus on all the negative aspects of bullying," noted artist Joyce Raimondo.

Local Photographer Sharing Tips And Secrets During Scenic Hamptons Workshop

by Nicole Barylski
Museum News - "What better place to sharpen your photography skills than at the Longhouse Reserve?" asked East End photographer and wildlife expert Dell Cullum.

Shelby Lynne Brings Soulful Sounds To The Hamptons

by Elsie Boskamp
Live Music View - The Grammy Award-winning singer is returning to the Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center.

Up-and-coming Classical Pianists Showcased During Hamptons Music Series

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - "A must for classical music lovers, the Rising Stars Piano Recital Series has featured the Hamptons' most dazzling Pianofest's summer performers and more, for unforgettable recitals in the Fall and Spring since 2003," said Liliane Questel.

Giuseppe Verdi's "La Traviata" Brings Love And Loss To The Hamptons

by Elsie Boskamp
Performing Arts - Get ready for a night of live opera during a special one-night-only performance of "La Traviata."

Blues Hall Of Famer Robert Cray Returns To Westhampton Beach

by Elsie Boskamp
Live Music View - Rock out at the Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center with one the greatest guitarists the industry has ever seen.

East End Artists Celebrated During Guild Hall's 77th Annual Artist Members Show

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "The opening reception is free and attracts hundreds of artists and art patrons who enjoy catching up and viewing the over 460 works on view, many of which are for sale," said Barbara-Jo Howard.

Paul McCartney, Alec Baldwin, Toni Ross, Eric Fischl, And April Gornik Featured In "Small Works, Big Artists" Benefit Exhibit

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "The response and generosity from the artists to the 5x7 event has been overwhelming and their willingness to submit art anonymously epitomizes the shared spirit of community that Hayground offers and hopefully instills in its students," noted Toni Ross, Co-Chair of the Five By Seven Committee.

Sundance Institute Theatre Program Visits The Hamptons

by Lisa Tamburini
Main Articles - The second annual Theatre Alumni Writing Studio at Flying Point took place last week at the beautiful estate of George and Joan Hornig in the Hamptons.

The Apache Relay Headlining Hamptons Concert Series

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - The Nashville-based indie pop band, who have opened for Mumford & Sons, are headlining WHBPAC's WEHM Concert Series.

"A Magic Menagerie" To Support Local Animal Shelter

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "​I've had animals my entire life and our good friend Jonathan McCann helped me come to the realization that there was an opportunity to utilize the gallery in a special way, bringing in general awareness to the shelter, and provide a new fun category of animal art to the collectors we serve," noted Richard Demato.

Hamptons Smart Phone Film Project Mentors Young Filmmakers

by Nicole Barylski
Art News - "This program will offer kids an advantage in becoming skilled utilizing technology to promote their cause in a competitive world," shared Tracy Kolsin.

"East End Collected" Honors The Local Art Community

by Nicole Barylski
Museum News - "Supporting and celebrating our artistic community is central to Southampton Arts Center's vision," expressed Director Michele Thompson.

All About The Author During May At The Parrish

by Nicole Barylski
The Bookshelf - "Those who love art tend to also love books, and we are pleased to wed these two interests with a series of May book signings," said Andrea Grover.

Raw Theater Hits The Stage In The Hamptons: New Works Festival To Feature In Development Plays

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "This year, Bay Street is responding to this fascinating conversation by giving authors the opportunity to continue to work on projects that have had previous showings but which are still in the process of revision," explained Bay Street Theater Artistic Director Scott Schwartz.

Springs Mystery Art Sale Adds The Element Of Surprise To Purchasing Artwork

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "It's an opportunity to see if you can tell which art belongs to the hot shots and which are done by the kids," noted Tana Lee Alves, who is one of the artists featured in the Springs Mystery Art Sale.

USA's "Royal Pains" Looking For Locals To Cast In Upcoming Hamptons Shoot

by Nicole Barylski
On The Screen - "We welcome the local well-heeled community to get involved as background players," said Grant Wilfley, President of Grant Wilfley Casting, Inc.

Inaugural International Comedy Festival Coming To The Hamptons This Summer

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - "It's an honor and privilege to kickoff summer in Hamptons with the first inaugural Hamptons International Comedy Festival at Gurney's," expressed Festival Founder, Jason Dudek.

Get A Double Dose Of Live Music At Bay Street This Weekend

by Nicole Barylski
Live Music View - Rock 'n' roll is reigning supreme this weekend in Sag Harbor when Bay Street hosts performances from Black & Sparrow and Hopefully Forgiven.

Rock Legends Collaborating For Special East End Performance

by Elsie Boskamp
Live Music View - Get ready for a night of rock 'n' roll at the Bay Street Theater and Sag Harbor Center for the Arts.

A Call For Creativity Supports Local Homeless Outreach Program

by Elsie Boskamp
Performing Arts - "Songs & Stories for Maureen's Haven is about community - community artists and musicians shining a spotlight on community issues," explained Sarah Faux, Curator of Songs and Stories.

WHBPAC Educational Programs Culminate With Magic Carpet Ride And Life Quandaries

by Nicole Barylski
Performing Arts - After weeks of rehearsals, Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center's Young Ensemble and Teen Theatre Troupe are ready to steal the spotlight during two final performances, which are open to the public.

Hamptons Museum Accepting Submissions For Annual Members Exhibit

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "This is a wonderful opportunity for artists to exhibit their work in this long standing exhibition which is hailed as the opening of the Art Season in the Hamptons," said Christina Strassfield.

Art Groove: When Music, Movies, And Contemporary Art Collide In The Hamptons

by Nicole Barylski
In the Galleries - "Art Groove combines the interaction of musical, performance and visual art creating a fun, unique, modern social experience," explained Geralyne Lewandowski.