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Carissa Chesanek has worked as a journalist for many years, writing for publications that include BroadwayWorld, Show-Score, All About Solo, The Rumpus, Miami Herald, and Forbes Travel Guide. She has an MFA in Creative Writing from The New School and is the co-host for the reading series Sunday Salon. She's dabbled in improv and acting and is currently on the hunt to place the first play she wrote.

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First Show

Wicked

Favorite Show

The Phantom of the Opera

Favorite Stories

BWW Review: SCHTICK A POLE IN IT at Drom - This was such a wild and unique show that made me super excited to write about it afterward! Plus, the founders and co-hosts are wonderful and truly enjoy what they do which you can see each time they are on the stage (and off).
BWW Review: Kafka's THE TRIAL Hits Cherry Lane Theatre -
BWW Review: MIKE & MINDY'S WILD WEEKEND JAM Hits The Players Theatre -
BWW Review: KENNY ROGERS' FINAL TOUR at Mohegan Sun -
BWW Review: BRILLIANT Debuts on Theatre Row -

Review: Sip & Guzzle: A Bi-Level Craft Cocktail Bar in the West Village

June 17, 2024

Housed in the former Cornelia Street Cafe, the once Greenwich Village hangout from 1977 with all-day dining live performances, now resides the latest cocktail bar Sip & Guzzle.

Mohegan Sun's 8th Annual Sun Whiskey Union

April 24, 2024

On the weekend of April 13th, Mohegan Sun held its 8th Annual Sun Whiskey Union in the Earth Expo & Convention Center.

Review: Momoya Offers Modern Japanese Cuisine With Unique Sake Pairings in Soho

April 18, 2024

Off bustling Prince Street on the corner of Mulberry, you’ll find Momoya SoHo, an uber-chic Japanese restaurant offering sushi specialties and a vast sake selection.

Luxury Whiskey Tasting Class at The Flatiron Room Murray Hill

April 3, 2024

Each month, The Flatiron Room Murray Hill hosts a fun and informative whiskey-tasting class held in a private event space with rotating expressions and taught by whiskey sommelier Sarah Valvo.

Review: The Roof at PUBLIC Hotel Offers New Happy Hour With a Stellar View

March 20, 2024

The Roof at PUBLIC Hotel recently launched its brand new happy hour, giving guests deals on food and drinks while offering some of the best views of the city.

Review: Cedars Steaks & Oysters at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut

February 21, 2024

If you’re craving American steakhouse eats served in a relaxed setting, Cedars Steaks & Oysters at Foxwoods Resort Casino is a great choice.

Review: Boyz II Men Swoon The Audience at Foxwoods Resort Casino

February 14, 2024

Over the weekend, Boyz II Men took the stage at the Premier Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut and captured the crowd with their romantic hits and more.

The Standard Grill Hosts New Monthly Wine Dinner Series in Meatpacking

February 12, 2024

The Standard Grill in New York City’s trendy Meatpacking district recently launched its brand new wine dinner series which kicked off at the end of January.

Review: Sake No Hana: Modern Japanese Cuisine Served in a Swanky Setting on the Lower East Side

January 17, 2024

Head over to Moxy Lower East Side, where you’ll find Sake No Hana, a stylish Japanese restaurant.

Review: Midnight Plus One: Nolita's Underground Italian Bar Serving Late Night Cocktails, Crudo, and Live Music

December 29, 2023

Delicious Hospitality Group, who brought us Charlie Bird and Pasquale Jones recently opened its brand new concept in Lolita called Midnight Plus One.

Review: Théâtre XIV and Cocktail Magique Theatre: Two Captivating Spaces for Fun Shows and Sultry Sips in Bushwick

December 19, 2023

If you’re looking for exceptional shows in anything but ordinary settings, both the Théâtre XIV and Cocktail Magique in Bushwick will surely do the trick and then some.

Review: Mesiba's Israeli Cuisine Served in a Lively Williamsburg Setting

December 8, 2023

Located on the lobby level of the always popping Moxy Brooklyn Williamsburg hotel you’ll find Mesiba, a Tel Aviv-inspired restaurant with a name that translates to “party” in Hebrew.

Review: POPULAR Serves Authentic Peruvian Cuisine in a Lush Setting

November 22, 2023

Inside the Lower East Side's super sleek Public Hotel, you’ll find POPULAR, a tree-lined Peruvian restaurant that is a must-try.

Interview: Meet the Team from ODE TO THE WASP WOMAN

November 13, 2023

Ode to the Wasp Woman opens November 9, 2023, and runs until January 31, 2024, at the Actors Temple Theater in New York City.

Review: Todd English's Tuscany at Mohegan Sun offers authentic Italian cuisine in a rustic setting

October 31, 2023

If you’ve been to Mohegan Sun Casino and Resort in Connecticut, there’s a good chance you’ve seen Todd English's Tuscany restaurant.

Review: BRIC JazzFest 2023 Opens in Brooklyn

October 20, 2023

Last night marked the official start of BRIC JazzFest in Brooklyn.

Review: The Shipwright's Daughter Serves Award-winning New American Cuisine in Mystic, Connecticut

October 19, 2023

Part of The Whaler’s Inn in Mystic, Connecticut, The Shipwright’s Daughter aims to please locals and visitors alike with its charming nautical vibe and incredible “farm and sea to fork” fare.

Lauryn Hill Celebrates 25 Years at Mohegan Sun

October 16, 2023

Over the weekend, Lauryn Hill took the stage at Mohegan Sun Arena in Connecticut.

Review: Public Display of Affection (PDA) Serves up Veggie-Focused Pizza in Brooklyn

October 4, 2023

New York is not shy of pizza places by any means.

Review: Pappardella Serves Authentic Italian on the Upper West Side

September 11, 2023

If you like hearty, home-cooked meals that are consistently good (who doesn't?), then Pappardella is your jam.

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