Esteemed as the nation's most prestigious awards, the Kennedy Center Honors laud those who have made significant contributions to American culture through the arts. This year's ceremony and gala brought together some of the country's most recognizable faces.

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Celebs gathered at Lincoln Center for an evening with Ralph Lauren and Oprah, Dom Perignon had a dinner for Lou Reed at the Lion, Sarah Jessica Parker and fam attended the Tower Heist premiere, Olivia Palermo had Afternoon Tea with Burberry's Christopher Bailey, the "How to Make it in America" cast held a reading at the National Arts Club and so much more! Last night's parties were all about film! More»

Ivanka Trump, Mayor Michael Bloomberg, Nicole Kidman, and Keith Urban came out to support Wendi Murdoch; Mary-Kate Olsen and Ashley Olsen showed off their handbags at The Crown; Manhattan Mag hit Mister H; Johan Lindeberg launched his new eye wear collaboration; music took on cancer; Hair re-opened on Broadway and more. Last night's parties let the sunshine in. More»

Justin Timberlake and Cameron Diaz took the carpet for the premiere of Bad Teacher; De Beers launched their book with a fancy party; the Standard got Creative with Kalup Linzy; the Public Theater held a gala for Shakespeare in the Park and more! Last night's parties decided it was better to be than not to be. More»

The Plaza seems to have recovered from this weekend in time for a black tie benefit, Le Bain proved it's not just a fair-weathered friend, and the cameras are out for Real Housewives of New York. Here's what happened in the city last night.... More»

So it got horrible reviews! That didn't stop the stars from turning out for the opening night of The Bacchae. Joan Rivers, Lynn Redgrave, Kathleen Turner, Audra McDonald and Phylicia Rashad were just a few of the Broadway greats to turn out for the second Shakespeare In The Park production of 2009. (The first was notably Anne Hathaway's theatrical debut in Twelfth Night). This production features music composed by Philip Glass, and stars Jonathan Groff and Anthony Mackie. More story and photos below... More»

So the Hamptons have the beach, Paris has long walks on the Seine, LA has pristine pools and palm trees...what does New York have to offer in the summer? Shakespeare In The Park, the upside of being stuck in the heat and grime. The current production of Twelfth Night, starring Anne Hathaway, Audra Mcdonald, and Raul Esparza is probably the best you'll see anytime soon, and even if Shakespeare isn't usually your cup of English tea, this very accessible comedy is sure to keep you interested and laughing. And did we mention it's free? More»