A host of new books have already come out this year to inspire you on your next project. (Like many others, we've enjoyed reading Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg's Lean In as part of a book club this season.) But with summer rolling around at Shutterstock HQ, we thought...

Upon seeing The Trip to Bountiful, you'll understand people have raved about Cicely Tyson's performance as Carrie Watts. Not only does Tyson look and sound the part like perhaps no other could, she instills in her character the energy of a younger woman when it's called fro, and the pace...

Newsies on Broadway is an absolute joy to see. The music and choreography help make it a modern classic, but what stands out most about this production is the immaculate set that caters to and escorts in a New York unseen since the turn of the 20th century. The stage...

There's a lot to like about the new Broadway production of Jekyll and Hyde at the Marquis Theatre. The singing at times is top notch, led by Grammy winner Deborah Cox, Teal Wicks, and an ensemble cast that makes lead Constantine Maroulis have to race to keep up....

F#%king Up Everything is looking for a good time.

The rock musical by David Eric Davis (music and lyrics) and Sam Forman (book) returns to New York at the Elektra Theatre with updated cultural and local references that will elicit giggles and snickers from the audience. With...

The Broadway version of Breakfast at Tiffany's, which opened on Wednesday at the Cort Theatre, does just about everything it can to separate itself from the beloved movie version starring Audrey Hepburn. Emilia Clarke does a serviceable job in the lead role of Holly Golightly, but the updated details fall...

Ann is actress Holland Taylor's passion project. It took years to make, pulled together from conversations Taylor had with former Texas Governor Ann Richards's family and friends. What comes across on the stage at the Vivian Beaumont Theater is nothing less than a modern history lesson in how an average...

"Is anyone having more fun these days than LeBron James?" The New York Times asked on Sunday. It's hard to believe, but James has been the center of attention of late for good deeds and adding a little lighthearted entertainment to his routine. And fans have noticed, rewarding...

One of the most talked about commercials leading up to and after the Super Bowl was Kia's "Space Babies" spot. It hit on many determining viral cylinders -- humor, babies, outer space, animals. It stretches beyond just imagination and fantasy and showcases to an uncomfortable and relateable situation...

On Valentine's Day, men and women around the world celebrate those closest to them with extravagant acts of love. Cards, chocolates, and other gifts are exchanged, all of them bedazzled with or designed in the form of traditional hearts. But how did this shape, ostensibly modeled after the internal organ,...

He made a name for himself as the Giants head coach, but what you may not know about Bill Parcells is that his actual first name is "Duane." And "Bill" isn't even his middle name he uses instead -- it's a nickname.

The 71-year-old Parcells, and now a Hall of...

Lots of athletes have done cameos on TV. And some select others have actually pursued acting as a second career after retirement from their respective sports. But Broadway is a different ballgame entirely. On Broadway, much like in the big game, you only get one shot...

In a way, you're better off seeing this show performed outside of its native Israel where, unless you're absolutely fluent in Hebrew, you'll require the assistance of the local supertitles on the screen behind and beside the stage. Glancing over to catch translation for the latest remarks made in either...

When designing their flags, countries need to decide on a color scheme and style that accurately reflect their nation's history, people, and prosperity. But if you look a little deeper into the stories of some of these flags, you'll discover hidden symbolism and obscure facts that might cause you to...

Looking for ways to achieve your 2013 resolutions? Need a creative push?

Find inspiration in one of the most traditional ways -- unplug for a bit, escape the glow of the screen, and massage your brain with a good, old-fashioned book, chock-full of knowledge, anecdotes, ideas and suggestions. Here are...

We have critics for all kinds of industries, disciplines, and entertainment. Whether its food, art, theater, or some other form of leisurely activity, we want to rest assured that we're spending our time and our money as wisely as possible. And that requires doing some research and reading to uncover...

The first round of returns on NBA All-Star balloting are in, and James Harden is fourth for guards just behind his Rockets' teammate Jeremy Lin and one spot ahead of former Thunder teammate Russell Westbrook. There's still plenty of time for Harden to rise or fall but what's...

For anyone following the unfolding Newtown, Conn., shooting on social media on Friday, the chaos of the situation was only exacerbated by the false information coming out. It was confusing at best, and utterly disappointing. Over the course of the day, as the gravity of the situation became clearer, several...

Broadway had a record year for both gross and attendance. If there were any surer sign that New York City was recovering from a financial crisis it's that. Known for their propensity to spend on lavish nights out, New Yorkers and tourists alike flocked to The Great White...

For the past five days, NBA fans and commentators have been coming to terms with that fact that Lakers fired their coach Mike Brown after just five games. Brown, many argued, didn't have enough time to build chemistry among his players, and was run out-of-town after a failed experiment with...