Where-To-Go Wednesday - 1880- 1950 Works from the Collection of MoMA

What: 1880-1950 Works from the Collection of MoMa

Where: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)

             11 W. 53rd St.

             New York, NY

Who: All ages

On display on the fifth floor of MoMA (Museum of Modern Art) is a vast array of artwork from the museum's collection that was created between 1880 and 1950. This includes extremely well-known works like Van Gogh's The Starry Night, Dalí's The Persistence of Memory, and Wyeth's Christina's World. Other artists represented include Hopper, Picasso, Rothko, Pollock, and many more. 

Most of the art is painting. However, other art forms are also represented. These include sculptures, a couple of Frank Lloyd Wright models, at least one shadow box, and more. A small section is even devoted to furnishings and wallpaper. 

Although the galleries are allegedly loosely arranged chronologically, they are mainly arranged around specific topics. All the artwork is numbered. Number maps in each gallery show the artwork there. However, locating a specific work of art just by number can still be confusing. Accordingly, if you are looking for a particular work of art, it is probably best to use the museum's website or map, or ask a staff member rather than driving yourself crazy.

And that's our view. For more about this collection, MoMA in general, or to purchase a ticket,  visit www.moma.org. We will also be talking more about the museum in future Where-To-Go Wednesdays.

Tune in tomorrow for Theater Thursday.

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Tips for Tuesday - Books: The Hockey 100: The Definitive Ranking of Hockey's Greatest Players & Elf Unwrapped; Movie: That Night

We may have received complimentary copies and/or review access to any books, products, and/or other visual or audio media mentioned below. Any opinions expressed here are our own.

Books: The Hockey 100 & Elf Unwrapped

Today, we recommend The Hockey 100: The Definitive Ranking of Hockey's Greatest Players by The Athletic's Journalists. This book is a hockey primer. It offers a comprehensive overview of the careers of 100 of the sport's most talented players ever.  If you are already a fan and fairly knowledgeable about hockey history, you may enjoy reading it to see whether you agree with the author's choice. However, you may still enjoy this book even if you don't care about the rankings, if you like hockey and are interested in its history. It is an exciting, informative look at some of the sport's legends. 

Today, we recommend Elf Unwrapped by Andy Richter and Aaron Karo. If you are a fan of this modern Christmas classic and want to learn more about how it was made, you will definitely want to read this fascinating book. Although it's not as comprehensive as some books of this type, it presents a real insider's look at the film. Not only did the book's co-author, Andy Richter, appear in the film, but other actors and creatives who participated in it also offer their unique perspectives.  These include Will Ferrell, who also provides the foreword, Zoey Deschanel, writers, producers, and more. It is a true behind-the-scenes look at a beloved movie. 

Movie: That Night

Today, we recommend That Night. This short, animated, award-winning film, which has qualified for Oscar contention, is a survivor's account of the 2022 fire at the notorious Evin Prison in Tehran. It is a sobering reminder of how far we still have to go in the universal struggle for human rights. 

And that's our view. The Hockey 100 was published today. Elf Unwrapped will be published next Tuesday, November 3. For more about That Night or to find out about upcoming screenings, visit www.thatnightdoc.com.

Tune in tomorrow for Where-To-Go Wednesday.

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More Theater Monday - Unconditional: A Musical Memoir

We received complimentary tickets to Unconditional, A Musical Memoir, for review purposes. All opinions expressed here are our own.

What: Unconditional, A Musical Memoir

Where: La MaMa - The Club

             74A E. 4th St.

             New York, NY

When: This show ran from October 15 through October 25, 2026

Unconditional: A  Musical Memoir is Margot Rose's personal story, which she wrote, co-composed and performs. It is about the joy of having and raising a family even if you have to go to extraordinary lengths to make that happen.  It is also about unimaginable loss and unbearable grief and how to keep going when the bottom falls out of your world. 

The narrative is shared through a combination of storytelling and song. Ms. Rose is accompanied only by a small band and a young woman, Melina Young, who embodies her late daughter. Ms. Young imbues her performance with a lovely sweetness in voice and demeanor. The pair's duets are beautiful but also a poignant reminder of Ms. Rose's loss.  Her ability to step out on the stage and share her heartbreak every night is both an act of courage and a loving tribute to her late daughter. 

And that's our view. For more about the show, visit unconditionalmusical.com.

Tune in tomorrow for Tips for Tuesday

Photo credits: 

All Unconditional: A  Musical Memoir production photos by Austin Ruffer

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