Author: Thought Gallery

By Troy Segal

With the nights getting longer, and the new fall season starting, it’s tempting to hunker down in front of the tube. But don’t give up on going out. You can still get your TV fix with these upcoming telly-themed talks and events in NYC.

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By Troy Segal

There may be more things in heaven and earth than are dreamt of in philosophy, to paraphrase the Bard. But that doesn’t mean theoretical approaches, and systematic interpretations of the world and various subjects, are without value or interest — as these upcoming NYC talks, lectures, and presentations demonstrate.
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By Troy Segal

Who doesn’t love Art Deco, that streamlined-yet-sexy style that dominated the decades before World War II? Here are some New York City screenings, talks, and tours that conjure up the era when it reigned, heralding the birth of the modern world.

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By Troy Segal

Feel like defying gravity? Then check out these literally astronomical talks and presentations, which will be circling New York City in the next few weeks.

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By Troy Segal

We all need to look up from time to time, and idolize beings greater than ourselves. Here are some talks, readings and activities that hail the heroes — and the antiheroes — be they real, fictional or mythological.
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By Troy Segal

We don’t know if Latins make the best lovers, but they certainly know how to live, as these autumnal talks, demonstrations, and activities — which celebrate different aspects of the warm-climated, warm-blooded lands — demonstrate.
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By Troy Segal

The Jewish New Year is fast approaching, with Rosh Hashanah beginning on September 24. So, it’s an auspicious time to look at the autumnal variety of talks and tours, presentations, events, and performances that offer intriguing insights into different aspects of Judaism — from cultural riches to famed individuals.
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By Troy Segal

Whether you’re into ballet or tap, modern, or classical, these terpsichorean-themed talks, demos and activities offer some fun/thought-provoking/stimulating experiences for lovers of the dance.
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By Troy Segal

As the weather cools down, New York stages heat up. Arranged by locale, these lectures, demonstrations, and performances by some of Broadway’s best are ideal for augmenting the new season’s shows, stirring memories of seasons past, or just scratching that itch for a star sighting.
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