Monday night television is starting to emulate the Monday night party scene. Everyone knows that the best parties have always had their starts on Monday nights, (you think Butter was just a fluke?) What I realized last night is that the two most popular shows about young adult spoiled kids (The Hills and Gossip Girl) are now on the same night. A battle of the coasts. Well, everyone knows that GG is going to steal the thunder that was so carelessly bestowed upon The Hills. Scripted lines revolving around cocaine habits and designer dresses from Valentino sure beat staged convos at Hyde and People’s Revolution shows. Also, our city is just a better backdrop. So, without further ado, (and realizing that there are about a trillion reflections out there online right now on last nights opener), here is what I thought of GG’s return episode:
The last time we left these crazy kids, Serena was talking Blair into sticking around (thank god, I probably wouldn’t watch if she left). Last night’s episode picked up at the start of a brand new school year….
Well how could I NOT love the opening scene, it was of my fav character (Blair) portraying my other fav character (Holly G). Reconfirming my beliefs that this show was written exclusively for me.
Serena and Dan are back to their “holier-than-thou” good kids routines, sipping hot cocoa on steps wrapped in a blanket. Dan is just way too much for me to handle, he needs to stop acting like he’s 40 and enjoy high school.
One of the best things about this show (as well as any current show or movie based in nyc) is that we all get to follow along with the parodies they make of places that we know. I love how the writers scripted in Jenny’s birthday party set to be at “Socialista” oh and WITH “bottle service” don’t forget…when we all know these girls were going to the restaurant, not the club and probably really didn’t have a clue of the difference.
Love the scene where Jenny owes $120 for brunch. They had obviously been at Nello’s.
The wardrobes were great as usual. Lots of bright colors, headbands, and scarves, the typical attire of an UES school goer. Oh what am I talking about? The only thing I was really DYING to have was Chuck Bass’ whale zip sweater….WHERE DO I GET THIS??!?
“Mia finally made it into Brody Jenner’s cell phone.” I had to let out a chuckle on this, it’s just amazing how real life that comment from Serena was. I wonder how many other UES junior girls are in Mr. Jenner’s blackberry.
“Not going to Butter is so much better THAN going to butter.” duh. Funny that these kids are still going there though, as I’m pretty sure this is on par with real life as well.
News flash Chuck’s Dad: Investing in “Club Victrola” aka “The Box” in exchange for good behavior from your son is probably not the best parental move you could come up with.
Finally: I’m only going to say this one more time. High School aged siblings (ahem Jenny and Dan) do NOT have heart to heart talks between pink fury pillows. Ever. We were all done with the brother/sister characters after Brenda and Brandon perfected the shared bathroom in 90210. Stop acting like you care about each other’s feelings. That doesn’t happen until you’re well into your 20’s.
I know you are counting down the days when Serena’s visitor from the past (played by Michelle T) comes barking up on the UES of town. We are too….any underager that manages to send a bag of rack and a cart of champagne through the mail is sure to cause chaos.
Where: Caroline's on Broadway, 1626 Broadway, New York, NY (map)
Admission: Ticketed Event
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Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) proudly announces the two honorees for their 8th annual TRU Love Benefit, which will be held on Sunday, November 8, 2009 from noon to 4pm at Caroline’s on Broadway, 1626 Broadway at 49th Street, NYC. Elysabeth Kleinhans of 59E59 Theatres will receive the TRU “Spirit of Theater” Award for her ongoing generosity towards TRU as well as the off-Broadway producing community in general; and Allan Buchman of Culture Project will be acknowledged with the TRU Humanitarian Award for his dedication to bringing politically and socially conscious works to life in New York theater, and successfully using the arts for social change.
The theme of this year’s benefit is “Opening Doors” in recognition of both the nurturing homes the honorees have provided for the development of new work and new opportunities; and for their dedication to keeping open doors of communication for political and international conversations in New York theater. The event will start with a cocktail hour at noon, followed by a full luncheon. Performances will include representative scenes and songs from shows developed at 59E59 or The Culture Project, including “Gutenberg the Musical”, Prospect Theater’s bluegrass musical” Golden Boy of Blue Ridge”, “Clean Alternatives” with writer Brian Dykstra and “The Exonerated” excerpts performed by celebrity guests. TRU will also present songs from upcoming musicals being developed by TRU producers. Nancy Anderson will perform a song from “Yank!”, the musical debuting off-Broadway in February 2010, and previewing a song from the upcoming Broadway musical “Pure Country”. In addition Brian Dykstra will perform a piece from his play “Clean Alternatives” and Radiotheatre will perform from one of their radio pieces.
The TRU Love “Opening Doors” Benefit will take place Sunday, November 8, 2009, at 12 noon, at Caroline’s on Broadway, 1626 Broadway at 49th Street, NYC, with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at noon, luncheon at 1pm and performances and awards ceremony starting at 2:15. Tickets are $175 for Premium Patron level seats in the first tier, $150 for Patron level 2nd tier and $100 for general admission. Tickets may be purchased at www.truonline.org/store-new.html. Inquiries may be made by phoning 212/714-7628 or emailing TRUnltd@aol.com.
For more information, visit www.truonline.org or call 212-714-7628.
Where: BARNES & NOBLE, 150 East 86th Street, New York, NY (map)
Admission: Open
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Barnes & Noble will host a book signing in celebration of the national launch of Park Avenue Potluck CELEBRATIONS, authored by members of The Society of Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and New York Times food columnist Florence Fabricant. A POTLUCK of cider, sweets and other treats for the family celebration will be brought by many of the authors’ favorite purveyors including Eleni’s Cookies, Smithfield, Dean & DeLuca, Taste Caterers, William Poll, Williams-Sonoma, Gristedes, MrsMonogram.com and others.
A percentage of net sales of products in Barnes & Noble stores nationally will support ‘Kids Express’, an individualized program -- funded by The Society of MSKCC – designed to help adult cancer patients communicate with their children about their illness.
Where: La Venue and The Tunnel, 608 west 28th Street, New York, NY (map)
Admission: Ticketed Event
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California wine country is heading east to New York with the Robert Mondavi Discover Wine Tour. Ted Allen, Robert Mondavi Private Selection Brand Ambassador, is thrilled to engage consumers in the Big Apple with live cooking demonstrations at the Tour and to encourage foodies to open up about their food and wine questions. Additionally, guests are invited to join Robert Mondavi Private Selection’s Avram Deitch and other wine experts at the Robert Mondavi Discover Wine tour to learn anything and everything - from wine making to wine pairing.
Where: SVA Theater, 333 23rd st , New York, NY (map)
Admission: Invite Only
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Edward R. Pressman Alan & Gabe Polsky
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First Look Studios
Eva Mendes
special screening of
BAD LIEUTENANT
PORT OF CALL NEW ORLEANS
A FILM BY WERNER HERZOG
screenplay by William Finkelstein
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