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Frank Stella, Chinese Pavillion, 2007 (The Metropolitan Museum of Art/Anna Marie Kellen)
Andy Borowitz of The Borowitz Report puts a humorous spin on some of the latest headlines. Then, Frank Stella tells us about the new exhibit of his work at the Metropolitan Museum of Art: “Painting into Architecture.” Plus, novelist Arthur Phillips talks about his new Victorian ghost story. And word maven Patricia T. O’Conner takes your calls on the use and misuse of the English language.
The Borowitz Report
Humorist Andy Borowitz, of The Borowitz Report, talks about finding comic inspiration in the latest headlines. And he previews his upcoming show at Caroline’s: "Next Week’s News."
Events: Andy Borowitz will be delivering "Next Week’s News"
with special guests, including Amy Sedaris and Mike Barbiglia
Events: Andy Borowitz will be delivering "Next Week’s News"
with special guests, including Amy Sedaris and Mike Barbiglia
Painting into Architecture
Frank Stella talks about how his work evolved from painting to sculpture to architecture.
A Victorian Ghost Story
Arthur Phillips tells us about his new novel, the Victorian ghost story Angelica.
Wednesday, May 23 at 7 pm
Bookcourt
163 Court Street, at Amity Street
Brooklyn
Angelica is available for purchase at amazon.com
Events: Arthur Philips will be speaking and signing booksWednesday, May 23 at 7 pm
Bookcourt
163 Court Street, at Amity Street
Brooklyn
Woe Is I, Jr.
Word maven Patricia T. O’Conner tells us about her new book for kids: Woe Is I, Jr. And in honor of the upcoming Tony Awards, she explores the derivation of the word “Broadway.” Plus, she takes your calls at 212-433-9692.
Woe Is I, Jr. is available for purchase at ...
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