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Introducing Village Pourhouse- Restaurant Row

 

Four years after opening in the East Village, Village Pourhouse is now opening its’ third location on Restaurant Row (366 West 46th Street between 8th & 9th Avenue).  Pourhouse’s new location will continue to provide the staples that have made the brand a favorite Manhattan neighborhood watering hole; an extensive craft beer list of over 100 different brews, a homemade American fare menu  and 21 HD TVs.

Grand Opening will take place on Friday, August 27th. Guests are invited to celebrate with a FREE HOUR open bar from 6:00pm-7:00pm. RSVPs required.

Click here for official press release.

Village Pourhouse
366 West 46th St between 8th and 9th Avenues
New York, New York 10036
212.979.2337
www.VillagePourhouse.com


THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE TIMES SQUARE!

MADAME TUSSAUDS NY’S NEW “WIZARD OF OZ” CINEMA 4-D EXPERIENCE AND INTERACTIVE “LAND OF OZ” EXHIBIT FEATURES DOROTHY GALE’S WAX FIGURE

 

July 13

A giant pair of 6-foot tall ruby red slippers were on display for one day only outside of Madame Tussauds NY to celebrate the launch of The Wizard of Oz Cinema 4-D Experience and interactive “Land of Oz” exhibit.

July 13-November

The Wizard of Oz Cinema 4-D Experience and interactive “Land of Oz” exhibit features a wax figure of Judy Garland as Dorothy Gale and 12-foot replica of the Emerald City. 

This beloved classic has become an exciting modern adventure in The Wizard of Oz 4-D Experience. Be swept along with Dorothy as a powerful tornado transports you to the magical Land of Oz. Newly restored in digital 3-D, added special effects heighten the magical spell of this landmark film.

Location:  234 West 42nd Street, between 7th & 8th Avenues

Website:  www.NYCWax.com

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TICKETS ON SALE NOW FOR THE RIDE’S WORLD PREMIERE

 

A TRAVELING, HIGH-TECH THEATER SHOWCASING A TOTALLY NEW WAY OF EXPERIENCING NEW YORK LAUNCHES SEPTEMBER 16 FROM NEW YORK MARRIOTT MARQUIS IN TIMES SQUARE

 

NEW YORK, NYAugust 12, 2010 – Following the unveiling of the first of its fleet of custom-built $1.3 million vehicles in Times Square today, tickets are now on sale for THE RIDE, a spectacular new immersive and interactive entertainment experience that moves guests through midtown Manhattan, as an ever-changing show featuring actors, performers, and everyday citizens unfolds on the streets before them.

THE RIDE features vehicles so extensively equipped with advanced technology and other amenities that they had to be super-sized: they’re the largest allowed by law on the streets of New York and guaranteed to turn heads. Performers aboard THE RIDE – and posted along its 4.2-mile route – hail from the world of stand-up and improvisational comedy, ensuring a uniquely hilarious experience every trip, as they comment on New  York’s history, iconic sites, and street life. Some of the fun for riders is figuring out what’s part of the show and what’s everyday life in New York City, as THE RIDE provides a wry, satirical and loving look at the city in all its glory.

Individual and discounted group tickets for THE RIDE are available three ways:

online at experiencetheride.com; by phone at (866) 299-9682; and in person at THE RIDE box office near the Broadway Baby NY Gift Shop at the New York Marriott Marquis at 1535 Broadway between 45th and 46th Streets in Times Square.

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New York Magazine names new TKTS Booth "Building of the Decade"

"Ladies and gentlemen, take your seats; the show has already begun. Fire up your cell phones and let someone know where you are: on a set of glowing glass bleachers, with a front-and-center view of Times Square. Directly in front, the statue of Father Duffy stands with his back to the audience, facing the proscenium like the stage manager in Our Town. Dusk blazes among the twinkling marquees and the palisade of glaring signs. You’re part of the razzmatazz, too, members of the ensemble perched on a glossy scarlet staircase to nowhere. The little raked red piazza slung over the shoulders of the new TKTS booth is a work of exuberant uselessness and brilliant urbanism. At once humble and flashy, it distills the theatrical urge that electrified architecture in the last decade."  Read Full Article >>

NEW YORK CITY NIGHTSEEING

The Illuminating Engineering Society presents the New York NIGHTSEEING Map - representative of many noteworthy lighting design projects viewable by the public in New York City. Guidebooks to New York City dutifully recount the names of buildings, the details of structural engineering feats, and the intricacies of construction materials.

While it may not be unusual for a tourist to point to a notable skyline tower and evoke the architect, how many can supply the name of the lighting designer responsible for bringing that building to light? This map showcases NYC’s illuminated buildings and the lighting designers responsible, from architectural masterpieces to the cutting edge, hip and trendy...at night! Click here for Map and Website >>


The Westin New York at Times Square Becomes

First-Ever Green Seal™ Certified Hotel in New York

The Westin New York at Times Square recently received a GS-33 Lodging Properties Silver certification from Green Seal™, becoming the first hotel in the state of New York to be recognized by the organization, and the first Westin Hotel worldwide to earn silver status.  The hotel has completed a long check-list to earn this recognition, including in-room recycling, paperless guest registration, organic spa products, and numerous back-of-the-house functions to keep the hotel green.  Meeting planners can choose from a menu of options to make their meeting green, including sustainable culinary choices, organic wine offerings, composting or donating leftover food, organic centerpieces, and access to the hotel’s “green” limousine company providing natural-gas powered transportation services.

For more info, please visit www.westinny.com.


Experience Broadway.  See a show NOW!

This summer, tickets are available for every budget. Buying tickets is easier than ever.  Plus, go to ilovenytheater.com for special dining offers and more.  

To get tickets:

  • Click: ilovenytheater.com
  • Visit: Broadway Concierge and Ticket Center (1560 Broadway between 46th & 47th Streets) or theater box offices.
  • Phone:  Telecharge (212) 239-6200 Ticketmaster (800) 982-2787

Located inside the Times Square Information Center at 1560 Broadway, between 46th and 47th Streets

Hours: Mon to Sat 9 - 7, Sunday 10 – 6

Show tickets are also available at Theatre Box Offices

For more information, please click here.

Presented by The Broadway League

Sponsored by

With generous support from

Ready for a night out?  Need theatre tickets?  Dinner reservations? Planning just got a whole lot easier! The Broadway Concierge & Ticket Center is the official one-stop shop for Broadway tickets and information plus extraordinary services to enhance your theatre-going experience.

Services include:

  • Show tickets (regular priced and premium tickets), general Broadway information in six languages, show selection assistance, restaurant reservations, hotel and car service reservations, parking information, free neighborhood maps and more
  • Red carpet priority line for Visa Signature cardholders

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DOWNLOAD ROYALTY-FREE IMAGES AND VIDEO OF TIMES SQUARE!

www.TimesSquareImageGallery.com is currently offering a wide selection of Times Square images like the one pictured above, together with a collection of video clips. All the Times Square material at www.TimesSquareImageGallery.com is free to download and distribute!



The Broadway season is in full swing, and one of the most exciting new openings of the year is the official launch of Audience Rewards, a rewards program created for theatergoers and patron of the performing arts.

The Times Square Alliance is pleased to be working with Audience Rewards to provide you with lots of new entertainment benefits. All you have to do is join. Membership is FREE. We will give you a gift of 500 points to get you started toward earning Broadway tickets, unique memorabilia, special experiences and tickets to arts and entertainment events. Membership also includes invitations to VIP receptions and special offers on dining, travel and, of course, Broadway shows.


Visit www.AudienceRewards.com to sign up today.


Common Ground Community and the Times Square Alliance recently lead New Yorkers in launching the City's first Project Homeless Connect. More >>

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$2 Parking at Times Square Muni Meters...

Parking Cards Now Available on DOT Website

Attention drivers: Did you know that Times Square features Muni Meters, allowing you to park for just $2 an hour on weekdays from 6pm-midnight and weekends from 8am-midnight?Furthermore, the Department of Transportation has announced that popular prepaid New York City Parking Cards - for use in all Muni Meters throughout the City - are now available for purchase directly from the agency's website. This card can be used in all New York City municipal parking fields, all Muni Meters, and selected single-space meter locations. To view a map of all midtown locations, please click here.

These cards are an easy and consumer-friendly way for motorists to park in Times Square without worrying about pockets full of coins, bill-changing hassles, or parking tickets.


Good Morning America

Looking for information on ABC's "Good Morning America," broadcast from Times Square Studios every weekday morning from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m.? You can be part of their live audience at 44th and Broadway for musical performances and more. For further details, call 212-580-5176, or go to www.abcnews.go.com/GMA


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