The Princeton Club was thrilled to welcome playwright Deborah Brevoort and director Kel Haney for an inside look at a play based on the real-life events surrounding the start of a lifelong friendship between Marian Anderson and Albert Einstein.
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Monday, May 7, 2018
Week of May 7th, 2018
Tuesday, May 9th: "My Lord What a Night"
The Princeton Club was thrilled to welcome playwright Deborah Brevoort and director Kel Haney for an inside look at a play based on the real-life events surrounding the start of a lifelong friendship between Marian Anderson and Albert Einstein.
The Princeton Club was thrilled to welcome playwright Deborah Brevoort and director Kel Haney for an inside look at a play based on the real-life events surrounding the start of a lifelong friendship between Marian Anderson and Albert Einstein.
Monday, November 13, 2017
Week of November 13th, 2017
Friday, November 17th: The Crown
The Princeton Club and The Royal Oak Society teamed up to present a fascinating behind the scenes lecture on the Netflix series, The Crown. Presented by Robert Lacey, the historical consultant to the show, the lecture compares truth and fiction behind the award-wining series. Scandal, intrigue, marital strife – The Crown has it all and has turned the British monarch into a television phenomenon.
The Princeton Club and The Royal Oak Society teamed up to present a fascinating behind the scenes lecture on the Netflix series, The Crown. Presented by Robert Lacey, the historical consultant to the show, the lecture compares truth and fiction behind the award-wining series. Scandal, intrigue, marital strife – The Crown has it all and has turned the British monarch into a television phenomenon.
Monday, October 30, 2017
Week of October 30th, 2018
Monday October 30th: A World of Emotions
Prof Angelos Chaniotis treated us to a fascinating lecture on the research behind his award-wining exhibit at the Onassis Center. Prof. Chariots broke down the uses of emotions in ancient Greek culture in a variety of sectors, such as public and private, drama, politics, etc. His engaging style was a big hit with our attendees and some of us joined him for dinner after.
Prof Angelos Chaniotis treated us to a fascinating lecture on the research behind his award-wining exhibit at the Onassis Center. Prof. Chariots broke down the uses of emotions in ancient Greek culture in a variety of sectors, such as public and private, drama, politics, etc. His engaging style was a big hit with our attendees and some of us joined him for dinner after.
Monday, October 3, 2016
Week of October 3rd, 2016
Friday, October 7th: Jackie and Cassini
The National Arts Club played host to a fascinating lecture by author and editor, Lauren Marino, on the collaboration between one of the country's most fashionable first ladies & the designer who costumed Camelot. Oleg Cassini styled Jackie Kennedy for every major event and appearance she attended as First Lady, from her husband's inauguration on, including the couple's State visit to Buckingham Palace.
Saturday, October 8th: Comic Con
Our little band of intrepid explorers took in the sights at the 2016 NYC Comic Con. While we did not exactly dress up, our T-Shirts (and one set of pajamas) proudly displayed our affiliations.
The National Arts Club played host to a fascinating lecture by author and editor, Lauren Marino, on the collaboration between one of the country's most fashionable first ladies & the designer who costumed Camelot. Oleg Cassini styled Jackie Kennedy for every major event and appearance she attended as First Lady, from her husband's inauguration on, including the couple's State visit to Buckingham Palace.
Saturday, October 8th: Comic Con
Our little band of intrepid explorers took in the sights at the 2016 NYC Comic Con. While we did not exactly dress up, our T-Shirts (and one set of pajamas) proudly displayed our affiliations.
Monday, September 19, 2016
Week of September 19th, 2016
Monday, September 19th: Art Deco lecture
The Princeton Club hosted gallery owner Ben Macklowe who treated us to a very interesting lecture on all the different factors contributing to and influencing Art Deco style in jewelry. The period between the First and Second World Wars was a time of radical change in modern life. Art, fashion, and broadened international communications all played key roles in defining the styles and tastes of the era that was most famously dominated by the geometric lines and striking simplicity of the Art Deco movement.
From innovations in metalworking to the opening of international trade routes to the influences of Chanel and Bauhaus, Macklowe connected the major cultural influences of the time to the design and evolution of interwar jewelry. He was an engaging speaker and held his audience's attention.
Tuesday, September 20th: Nancy Cunard
During the Jazz Age, the flapper roll call from Josephine Baker to Zelda Fitzgerald reached its aristocratic high point with Nancy Cunard. Heiress to a shipping fortune, a champion (and lover) of jazzmen, a hard-drinking sybarite, and relentlessly on the move to be wherever the party was, the fashion-forward Cunard was a meal ticket for gossip columnists. But the wild tales mask her own prodigious talent for poetry, which Dr. Charles A. Riley II ‘79, professor of literature and author of more than thirty books, explored in a vivid portrait of this fascinating figure.
Cunard ran with a regular Who's Who of the 1920s Art Pack and had intimate knowledge of many of her contemporary poets from T.S. Eliot & Ezra Pound to Pablo Neruda. Her own haunting verses were well presented by Dr. Riley and were a delightful surprise.
Dr. Riley was one of the most animated and interesting speakers to grace the Princeton Club and spoke about his subject with obvious passion and great knowledge. His next book comes out in May, and we hope to have him back at the club at that time.
The Princeton Club hosted gallery owner Ben Macklowe who treated us to a very interesting lecture on all the different factors contributing to and influencing Art Deco style in jewelry. The period between the First and Second World Wars was a time of radical change in modern life. Art, fashion, and broadened international communications all played key roles in defining the styles and tastes of the era that was most famously dominated by the geometric lines and striking simplicity of the Art Deco movement.
From innovations in metalworking to the opening of international trade routes to the influences of Chanel and Bauhaus, Macklowe connected the major cultural influences of the time to the design and evolution of interwar jewelry. He was an engaging speaker and held his audience's attention.
Tuesday, September 20th: Nancy Cunard
During the Jazz Age, the flapper roll call from Josephine Baker to Zelda Fitzgerald reached its aristocratic high point with Nancy Cunard. Heiress to a shipping fortune, a champion (and lover) of jazzmen, a hard-drinking sybarite, and relentlessly on the move to be wherever the party was, the fashion-forward Cunard was a meal ticket for gossip columnists. But the wild tales mask her own prodigious talent for poetry, which Dr. Charles A. Riley II ‘79, professor of literature and author of more than thirty books, explored in a vivid portrait of this fascinating figure.
Cunard ran with a regular Who's Who of the 1920s Art Pack and had intimate knowledge of many of her contemporary poets from T.S. Eliot & Ezra Pound to Pablo Neruda. Her own haunting verses were well presented by Dr. Riley and were a delightful surprise.
Dr. Riley was one of the most animated and interesting speakers to grace the Princeton Club and spoke about his subject with obvious passion and great knowledge. His next book comes out in May, and we hope to have him back at the club at that time.
Monday, October 5, 2015
Week of October 5th, 2015
Monday, October 5th: "Going, Going, Gone." The owner of Guernsey's auction house presented a lively and informative lecture on the highlights of his career.
Thursday, October 8th: Comic Con 2015. Our little band of heroes took on Gotham City at Comic Con.
Friday, October 9th: Governor's Ball at the Princeton Club.
Thursday, October 8th: Comic Con 2015. Our little band of heroes took on Gotham City at Comic Con.
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| The girls and their new friend, Michael Rooker |
Friday, October 9th: Governor's Ball at the Princeton Club.
Tuesday, July 21, 2015
Week of July 20th, 2015
- Tuesday, July 21st: Cosmic Cocktails. Astrophysicist Katherine Freese informed and delighted us at the Princeton Club with lots of accessible information on dark matter.
Tuesday, May 5, 2015
Week of May 4th, 2015
Tuesday, May 5th: "Harlem Swing" at the Alhambra Ballroom
A small group of us attended this event featuring the music of Solomon Hicks, Charanee Wade, and the George Gee 17-piece Orchestra.
Wednesday, May 6th: The Guerrilla Opening Ball: Viennese Waltzing in Bryant Park
The Viennese Waltz opened the Dancing in Bryant Park Calendar, taking place every Wednesday evening during Spring & summer. The Simulacrum of Yore Society was on hand in full evening wear to celebrate in style.
Photos: Event page
Friday, May 8th: The Russian Nobility Ball
The Russian Nobility Ball is one of NY's most glamorous events. This charity event to benefit children is resplendent with beautiful guests clad in elegant attire. Enjoy traditional balalaika music by the Barynya Ensemble or dance into the night with the famed Alex Donner orchestra.
Our group is going to the Dancing Only portion of the event. Text me to find us once you get inside. Or better yet, come have dinner with us before the Ball. Email me for information.
Our group is going to the Dancing Only portion of the event. Text me to find us once you get inside. Or better yet, come have dinner with us before the Ball. Email me for information.
When: 7:00pm - 12am
Where: The Pierre Hotel
Dress Code: White Tie preferred or Black Tie
Dress Code: White Tie preferred or Black Tie
Cost: $130 for Dancing Only ticket in advance; $150 at the door
Link: Website & Tickets
Saturday, May 9th: RFTCA Symposium on AIDS
The Research Foundation To Cure AIDS presented its first annual Symposium on HIV/AIDS. Learn how Timothy Ray Brown, aka "The Berlin Patient," became the only person to be cured of AIDS. What does this mean and how can this cure be replicated on a global scale?
Link: Info & Summary
Saturday, May 9th: Swing Remix with Jason Prover & The Sneak Thievery Orchestra
Dance until the band steals your beats. Come early for dynamic workshops at 6:30 and 7:30 or come at 7:45pm for the free beginner lesson. Listeners and beginners welcome.
When: 6:30pm & 7:30pm workshops (additional fee); 7:30pm - 1:00am dance
Where: The JCC - 334 Amsterdam Ave. (at 7
Cost: $18 at the door; $16 online in advance
Cost: $18 at the door; $16 online in advance
Link: Info & Tickets
Tuesday, March 17, 2015
Week of March 16th, 2015
Wednesday March 18th: "Creativity & Education"
This lecture at The Princeton Club addressed the question, "how can we design our home or work environment to best foster creativity?" The question applies to people of all ages, and author Donald Rattner answered it to everyone's satisfaction.
Tuesday, February 17, 2015
Week of February 16th, 2015
Tuesday, February 17th: "Discoveries of the Classical Ancient World."
C. Brian Rose, prominent archaeologist, scholar, speaker and author fascinated us with the tale of current and ongoing projects in Troy and Gordion (now Turkey). He also brought attention to the ancient world's modern woes stemming from the effects of today's wars, art looting, cultural property, ownership issues, and tourism. This event was been organized by Patricia Belfatto at the Princeton Club.
C. Brian Rose, prominent archaeologist, scholar, speaker and author fascinated us with the tale of current and ongoing projects in Troy and Gordion (now Turkey). He also brought attention to the ancient world's modern woes stemming from the effects of today's wars, art looting, cultural property, ownership issues, and tourism. This event was been organized by Patricia Belfatto at the Princeton Club.
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