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As graffiti artists are claiming even more territory from walls to trucks and benches, while cities and business people decry their work, book author and indie filmmaker Gini Graham Scott has created a series of books and photo videos to celebrate the artists' often ephemeral canvases. She has also become fascinated with seeing their work as an anthropological journal featuring their major interests and themes.

Holland America Line is revealing a roster of celebrated chefs, authors and epicures scheduled to sail as part of the line's Culinary Arts Center Program in 2014. Highlighting the lineup are Food Network "Next Iron Chef" competitor chef Jehangir Mehta, Food Network "Extreme Chef" winners Chef Amadeus and Terry French, and The New York Times columnist and cookbook author Mark Bittman.

A new edition of the award-winning MetroFocus premieres in the New York metro area Wednesday, November 20 at 7:30 p.m. on WLIW21 and Thursday, November 21 at 8:30 p.m. on THIRTEEN and at 10:30 p.m. on NJTV.

Tonight, November 14, Second Stage opens its much-anticipated production of Little Miss Sunshine. This new musical comedy is based on the film of the same name by Michael Arndt. It was adapted for the stage by Tony Award-winning team James Lapine, who wrote the book, and William Finn, who wrote the lyrics and music. Let's see what the critics had to say...

"Sheraton has enjoyed phenomenal success in Asia Pacific where it has helped meet the tremendous demand for high-caliber lodging generated by the rising middle class," said Hoyt Harper, Global Brand Leader, Sheraton Hotels & Resorts. "Sheraton Hotels in China will account for nearly one third of the new hotels opening this year in Asia Pacific, but we are also picking up momentum in many other countries across the region such as India, Thailand and South Korea. The Sheraton brand's success in these fast-growing economies has helped lengthen Starwood's lead as the largest operator of high-end hotels in Asia Pacific."

Meant as an introductory reading on the wiles of the most recognized names in high finance, Winston Overtons minces no words and pulls no punches in exposing what is rotten at the heart of Wall Street Institutions in 'Wall Street Scandals.' Overton, an insider who worked on the trading floor since the '70s, presents the mechanics of greed that provides motivation for financial institutions' reason for being. Eye-opening and educational, this book gives broad coverage on the whys and wherefores of this bastion of the imminent demise of capitalism. It is in answer to the need for the public to be informed about the imbalances that brought about the failing economy and consequent protests such as the Occupy Wall Street movement.

SteepTheatre Company has announced that it will welcome Simon Stephens as the company's inaugural Associate Playwright. Mr. Stephens is a two-time Olivier Award-winning playwright whose work has been produced extensively throughout the U.K., Europe, Australia, and the U.S. The announcement formalizes the close relationship that has developed between the Chicago theater company and theLondon-based playwright over the last few years. The title of Associate Playwright recognizes Steep's admiration for Mr. Stephens' work, their appreciation for all he has done on their behalf, and their commitment to further collaboration.

Originally introduced to the US market in 2006 as a light French single malt whisky weighing in at 40% ABV, Armorik, which is produced by Warenghem Distillerie, has since changed importers to Heavenly Spirits, increased ABV to the optimal standard 46% and updated its packaging, emphasizing the brands Breton Celtic roots. The results are worth noting and definitely worth tasting and sharing.

Norwegian Getaway, Norwegian Cruise Line's newest ship set to debut in January, will feature several restaurants and bars that evoke the tropical feel of Miami and South Florida. The Tropicana Room, Flamingo Bar & Grill, Sunset Bar and Sugarcane Bar will be new and unique additions to the largest ship to homeport in Miami year-round.

The Film Society of Lincoln Center announced today the full schedule and complete lineup for the upcoming film series, Jean-Luc Godard - The Spirit of the Forms.

This Fall will bring with it ten new Broadway plays and five new Broadway musicals, and yet there is even more on the way for Off-Broadway, including: ALL THE FACES OF THE MOON, ARGUENDO, THE OLD FRIENDS, FETCH CLAY MAKE MAN, BIKE AMERICA, NATURAL AFFECTION, FUN HOME, BAD JEWS, LADY DAY, ANTHEM, GRASSES OF A THOUSAND COLORS, THE PATRON SAINT OF SEA MONSTERS, THE JACKSONIAN, HOW I LEARNED WHAT I LEARNED, CHERI, DOMESTICATED, LIES MY FATHER TOLD ME, THE (CURIOUS CASE OF THE) WATSON INTELLIGENCE, and THE COMMONS OF PENSACOLA.

Witness some of the world's greatest wildlife spectacles, struggles, migrations, and stunning landscapes from a bird's-eye view when EARTHFLIGHT, A Nature Special Presentation airs on six consecutive Wednesdays

ESPN begins its coverage of the final 17 races of the 2013 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series schedule with a live, flag-to-flag telecast of the Brickyard 400 at historic Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Sunday, July 28.

CHEVY CHASE, Md., July 16, 2013 - Prior to the end of this year, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. will open the doors to six new luxury hotels in its growing global portfolio. Spectacular properties in Chengdu and Tianjin will bring the luxury brand's number of hotels in China to ten; the opulent Ritz-Carlton hotels in Almaty, Herzliya and Bangalore will mark the brand's entry into Israel, Kazakhstan and India; and the barefoot luxury experience in Aruba will be another milestone in quality design execution.

Yesterday's “Meet the Press with David Gregory” on NBC featured the latest update on the SFO plane crash from NBC's Tom Costello and NTSB Chair Deborah Hersman; a report on the situation in Egypt from NBC's Ayman Mohyeldin and former Egyptian ambassador to the United States Nabil Fahmy.

From sea to shining sea, there's no better place to celebrate the 4 th of July than in The Mile High City. Locals and visitors in 2013 will enjoy pro sports, free festivals, live music under the stars, and of course, spectacular fireworks displays, all with the 'Purple Mountain Majesty' of the nearby Rocky Mountains as a backdrop (the very same mountains that inspired Katharine Lee Bates to write 'America The Beautiful' more than a century ago). One lucky winner and a friend will experience it all and much more.

Magnetic, Terence Blanchard's stunning new album is set for release May 28 on Blue Note Records. The album features ten original songs written by Blanchard or a member of his quintet: saxophonist Brice Winston, pianist Fabian Almazon, bassist Joshua Crumbly, and drummer Kendrick Scott. Magnetic also showcases special guest appearances from bass legend Ron Carter, as well as label-mates saxophonist Ravi Coltrane and guitarist Lionel Loueke.

As Memorial Day Weekend kicked off, the Wall Street Journal proclaimed Kenny Chesney "The King of the Road" for his unprecedented ticket sales over the past decade. Now as everyone returns to work, PEOPLE Country names Chesney "Country's Hottest Guy" on their upcoming cover, which hits newsstands May 31.

Haven Theatre Chicago will present the company's inaugural production, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, July 5 - August 11, at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. Hedwig and the Angry Inch, written by John Cameron Mitchell, with lyrics and music by Stephen Trask is directed by Kyle Trent with music direction by Kory Danielson. The newly formed Haven Theatre strives to conserve, renew and reinvent theatre traditions while providing ongoing support and mentorship to emerging artists. The performance schedule is Fridays and Saturdays at 10:30 p.m. and Sundays at 6 p.m. Preview performances areFriday, July 5 and Saturday, July 6 at 10:30 p.m. and Sunday, July 7 at 6 p.m. Opening night is Monday, July 8 at 7:30 p.m. Preview performance tickets are $20 and the all other tickets prices are $32. Tickets may be purchased by visiting www.theaterwit.org or by calling the box office at 773.975.8150. For more information, please visit www.haventheatrechicago.org.

Atlantic Theater Company welcomes Olivier and two time Tony Award winning playwright John Guare, who will make his Off Broadway acting debut in the world premiere production of his new play 3 KINDS OF EXILE, directed by Atlantic artistic director Neil Pepe, featuring Atlantic ensemble members Peter Maloney and David Pittu and guest artists Alison Cimmet, Jeffrey Kuhn, Jacquelyn Landgraf, Martin Moran, Kate Rigg, Omar Sangare and Timothy Splain.

Exit 12 Dance Company, a contemporary dance company founded by United States Marine Corps Sergeant Roman Baca upon his return from Iraq, will perform on the flight deck of the USS Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum for the third year this Memorial Day weekend, May 25 at 12pm and May 26 at 1:30pm. The program will feature the New York premiere of 'SometimesSilence,' choreographed by a Army mother whose only two sons deployed to Afghanistan last year.

Curious Theatre Company presents Yasmina Reza's God of Carnage, directed by Producing Artistic Director Chip Walton. The production runs April 25 - June 8, 2013 at 1080 Acoma Street, Denver. The opening performance is April 27, 2013, at 8 p.m.

The day is finally here! On May 17th at 8:00pm, the CT Improv Cage Match comes to a close for the season at Playhouse On Park!

Afro-Colombian electronic music pioneers PALENKE SOULTRIBE premiered a music video for their new single “Move It” TODAY (4/24) on ArtistDirect.com. Watch the video now here