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Bloomingdale’s 2025 Holiday Window “Happy Together” in Partnership with Burberry

by Lauren Wire December 1, 2025
written by Lauren Wire

To kick off the holiday season, Bloomingdale’s hosted a magical evening of music, fashion, and festivities at their New York flagship store. The event celebrated the reveal of the iconic holiday window displays and the dazzling façade designed in partnership with Burberry as part of the Happy Together campaign. Guests were treated to a private evening that perfectly blended glamour, whimsy, and festive cheer, culminating in a live performance by GRAMMY-nominated, BRIT Award-winning artist RAYE.

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New York Gets a Preview of Culinary Month 2026 in Antigua & Barbuda

by Lauren Wire December 1, 2025
written by Lauren Wire

I recently had the chance to attend the official preview of Culinary Month 2026, hosted by the Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority at the prestigious Platform by the James Beard Foundation in New York City. From the moment I stepped inside, I could feel the vibrant flavors and unmistakable love from Antigua radiating throughout the room. This wasn’t just a tasting—it was a warm, spirited invitation into the culture, heritage, and creativity of the islands. The full celebration will take place across Antigua & Barbuda from May 1–31, 2026, offering a month-long immersion into the islands’ rich culinary landscape.

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A Meal That Took Root: My Unforgettable Night at Le Jardinier

by Lauren Wire November 26, 2025
written by Lauren Wire

I usually go into tasting menus with low expectations, mostly because I tend to leave them hungry and slightly annoyed at how long they take. So when a friend invited me to try Le Jardinier’s “Flavors of Fall” tasting menu — a six-course experience priced at $225++ per person, with an optional $155++ wine pairing — I showed up curious but definitely skeptical. 

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‘Changed for Good’ at the ‘Wicked: For Good’ New York City Premiere

by Lauren Wire November 24, 2025
written by Lauren Wire

When the first Wicked movie premiered a year ago this month, it was everything fans had been waiting for — a larger-than-life cast bringing Oz to the screen in a way only Wicked could. 

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All That Jazz: Inside the Star-Studded Opening of The Parliament & Chicago’s 29th Anniversary Kickoff

by Lauren Wire November 23, 2025
written by Lauren Wire

Last week, The Parliament proved it knows how to give ’em the old Razzle Dazzle as it celebrated its grand opening in true Broadway fashion—paired perfectly with the kickoff of Chicago on Broadway’s 29th Anniversary. 

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All Aboard! The Best Holiday Train Adventures in NYC

by Lauren Wire November 21, 2025
written by Lauren Wire

There’s something magical about the holidays when trains choo choo through twinkling winter landscapes, tiny villages come to life, and the spirit of the season fills the city. 

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A New York Holiday Ritual: Finding Your Tree, Finding Your Joy, and Finding Good Cocktails

by Lauren Wire November 20, 2025
written by Lauren Wire

There’s something perfectly personal about bringing home a Christmas tree each year. It’s not just an errand, like grabbing overpriced eggs —it’s a ritual and the time to make memories for the holiday season. 

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Oz-tacular Essentials: Wicked For Good Products You’ll Love

by Lauren Wire November 13, 2025
written by Lauren Wire

The final installment of the Wicked movies is finally flying into theaters on November 21, and my heart simply can’t handle it. They say there’s no rest for the wicked — but there’s also no rest for the marketing teams at every brand enjoying the ride on the Wicked: For Good broom.

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Sailing the High Notes: Lisa Lisa, Broadway Stars, and Jefferson Starship Rock The Broadway Bound Kids Benefit

by Lauren Wire November 6, 2025
written by Lauren Wire

I wasn’t sure what to expect when I arrived at  Sony Hall, but the night quickly set sail on a sea of sound and community. Broadway Bound Kids opened with a spirited performance that captured the energy of the evening—a celebration where Broadway flair met yacht rock grooves, all in support of The PATH Fund (Performing Artists That Help) and its youth program, Rockers on the Rise. 

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Emerald Dreams: Celebrating Wicked in New York

by Lauren Wire October 24, 2025
written by Lauren Wire

The second Wicked movie is upon us, and just like the first, it has reignited New York City’s enduring love affair with the iconic musical. For more than two decades, Wicked has captivated Broadway audiences with its story of friendship, ambition, and the untold tale of the witches of Oz—and the city has embraced it wholeheartedly. 

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A little darkness, a lot of depth. The Knockturn A little darkness, a lot of depth. 

The Knockturnal sat down with our latest cover star, @naomiackie , to discuss her approach to complex characters, her hesitation toward romance, and trusting that the right roles come at the right time.

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“I don’t mess with that crap!” Demons, Ouija boar “I don’t mess with that crap!”

Demons, Ouija boards, and cold water? That’s a hard pass for @naomiackie 

The Knockturnal sat down with our latest cover star, Naomi Ackie, to reveal the three things she refuses to mess with.

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Sometimes, the setbacks are part of the journey. Sometimes, the setbacks are part of the journey.

The Knockturnal sat down with our latest cover star, @naomiackie , to reflect on career challenges, finding gratitude in the unexpected, and staying grounded.

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Finding joy in the craft, even when no one is watc Finding joy in the craft, even when no one is watching. 

The Knockturnal sat down with our latest cover star, @naomiackie , to reflect on her late mother’s influence and the importance of finding joy in the process.

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Sometimes, one film can change everything… The Kn Sometimes, one film can change everything…

The Knockturnal sat down with our latest cover star, @naomiackie , to discuss the impact of film and how The Dark Knight Rises inspired her journey as an actor.

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A little squirming, a lot of fun. The Knockturnal A little squirming, a lot of fun.

The Knockturnal sat down with our latest cover star, @naomiackie , to discuss Clayface, her love for horror, and the films that sparked it all.

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Meet Dr. Caitlyn Corr, Naomi Ackie’s latest transf Meet Dr. Caitlyn Corr, Naomi Ackie’s latest transformation.

The Knockturnal caught up with our latest cover star, @naomiackie, to discuss her role in Clayface and the journey of bringing Dr. Caitlyn Corr to life.

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Here’s Naomi! 🔪 For the third and final cover in Here’s Naomi! 🔪 

For the third and final cover in our spooky-season series, Naomi Ackie channels the chilling atmosphere of The Shining for The Knockturnal.

As Clayface brings her into Gotham and a new chapter of her career, Ackie opens up about the roles that scare her, the joy of acting, and trusting the journey. Reflecting on finding the right opportunities, she says, “the right things come to you at the right time when you need them.”

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Talent: Naomi Ackie @naomiackie
Editor-in-Chief: OJ Williams @ojwilliams4
Photographer: Ty Chen @tychenphotography @tychenofficial
Stylist: Jason Rembert @jasonrembert
Creative Director:  Ben Schmidt @equitiesmanager1
Deputy Editor: Elizabeth Taylor @liztaylorworld
Cover Story By: Sebastian Cintron @sebascintron
Makeup Artist: Daniel Martin @danielmartin
Hair Stylist: Marcia Hamilton @marciahamiltonhair
Videographer: Philíp Alexander @philipalxndr
Photographer’s Asst: Jordan Mitchell-Love @jmitchelllove
Photographer’s Asst: Celine Milien @celinemilien
Styling Asst: Wilton White @ww.ilt
Styling Asst: Jarrett Meilleur @mrjla
Production: Twelve29 Group @twelve29group
Spooky season calls for a little darkness. 🖤 Nao Spooky season calls for a little darkness. 🖤 

Naomi Ackie takes center stage on the second of three covers for The Knockturnal, inspired by the dark glamour of Queen of the Damned.

From Star Wars to Mickey17 and now Clayface, Ackie continues to embrace roles that challenge expectations. On her approach to her craft, she shares, “The biggest lesson I’ve learnt is patience is key.”

Discover our exclusive cover story by Sebastian Cintron at theknockturnal.com

Talent: Naomi Ackie @naomiackie
Editor-in-Chief: OJ Williams @ojwilliams4
Photographer: Ty Chen @tychenphotography @tychenofficial
Stylist: Jason Rembert @jasonrembert
Creative Director:  Ben Schmidt @equitiesmanager1
Deputy Editor: Elizabeth Taylor @liztaylorworld
Cover Story By: Sebastian Cintron @sebascintron
Makeup Artist: Daniel Martin @danielmartin
Hair Stylist: Marcia Hamilton @marciahamiltonhair
Videographer: Philíp Alexander @philipalxndr
Photographer’s Asst: Jordan Mitchell-Love @jmitchelllove
Photographer’s Asst: Celine Milien @celinemilien
Styling Asst: Wilton White @ww.ilt
Styling Asst: Jarrett Meilleur @mrjla
Production: Twelve29 Group @twelve29group
It’s spooky season, and Naomi Ackie is taking over It’s spooky season, and Naomi Ackie is taking over The Knockturnal’s latest cover! 🪓 

Inspired by the iconic psychological horror of American Psycho, our first of three covers puts Naomi in a world where fashion meets fear.

As she steps into the DC Universe in Clayface, Ackie reflects on her unconventional career journey and the lessons that have kept her grounded. As she puts it, “I've learnt since then to hold things lightly.”

Read the cover story by Sebastian Cintron at theknockturnal.com

Talent: Naomi Ackie @naomiackie
Editor-in-Chief: OJ Williams @ojwilliams4
Photographer: Ty Chen @tychenphotography @tychenofficial
Stylist: Jason Rembert @jasonrembert
Creative Director:  Ben Schmidt @equitiesmanager1
Deputy Editor: Elizabeth Taylor @liztaylorworld
Cover Story By: Sebastian Cintron @sebascintron
Makeup Artist: Daniel Martin @danielmartin
Hair Stylist: Marcia Hamilton @marciahamiltonhair
Videographer: Philíp Alexander @philipalxndr
Photographer’s Asst: Jordan Mitchell-Love @jmitchelllove
Photographer’s Asst: Celine Milien @celinemilien
Styling Asst: Wilton White @ww.ilt
Styling Asst: Jarrett Meilleur @mrjla
Production: Twelve29 Group @twelve29group
@theebillyporter is ready for his Capitol close-up @theebillyporter is ready for his Capitol close-up!

When Billy Porter makes an entrance, the look is never an afterthought, so it is only fitting that, as he steps into the world of The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, he takes on the role of a Capitol stylist.

The Knockturnal sat down with Porter who opened up about bringing a little bite to the world of Panem, one snakeskin ensemble at a time.

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It’s time for a Glee boot! 🎤 The New Directions a It’s time for a Glee boot! 🎤

The New Directions are getting an encore! #Glee is officially making its way back to our screens, with Disney+ and Hulu ordering a reboot of the beloved musical comedy.

The revival has been a topic of conversation for months, with co-creator Ryan Murphy repeatedly teasing the possibility of a return. The new series will come from 20th Television, the studio behind the original hit.

The official Glee Instagram account confirmed the news with a post declaring, “It’s official, Glee is returning.”

We’re not Glee-king out, YOU are!
In Crete, shoulder season has never felt so charmi In Crete, shoulder season has never felt so charming.

Look up the location of Chania, Crete in a travel guide and your eyes will be filled with visions of winding stone-paved lanes lined with artisan shops and restaurants showcasing Cretan cuisine.

Thanks to Hilton, a new destination made for the best of shoulder season seekers is crowned. A regal gem found in treasures, Chania is the perfect place to go and be all things Greek in autumn and even the holiday season.

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In the Off-Broadway play ‘The Ask’, the deepest di In the Off-Broadway play ‘The Ask’, the deepest divide is not between left and right, but within the left itself.

The play brings together Greta (Golden Globe nominee Marilu Henner), a longtime ACLU donor on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, and Tanner (Emmy nominee Shannon Purser), the young representative sent to secure a substantial contribution. While initially united by progressive values, their conversation quickly exposes a widening generational and ideological rift.

Henner and Purser deliver performances that keep an ideological debate grounded in recognizable human emotion.

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An evening that brought two distinct culinary pers An evening that brought two distinct culinary perspectives into the same Midtown kitchen…

LOLITA welcomed the flavors of Baja California Sur to New York for a one-night culinary collaboration with Corazón Cabo Resort & Spa, bringing Chefs JC Colón and Eric de Maeyer together for a tasting experience complemented by agave-driven cocktail pairings from Beverage Director Marshall Minaya.

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The next era of Delta is taking flight with an ele The next era of Delta is taking flight with an elevated Delta One. ✈️ 

The sky welcomes a lavish world of wonder with a journey full of the very best in airline dining, hospitality and rest.

Available first on transoceanic Delta One routes departing Los Angeles International Airport this fall plans are for the specialty line to expand across the full global network in early 2027.

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Drawing on journal entries and memories from her l Drawing on journal entries and memories from her late twenties, IS THIS THE END? documents a period of change that Cutler was still trying to make sense of as she lived through it. 

The Knockturnal caught up with Chelsea to talk about writing her way through her twenties, coming to terms with getting older and figuring out what comes next.

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Grab your finest hat and call the horse and carria Grab your finest hat and call the horse and carriage! The women of #TheGildedAge are back for more.

Carrie Coon, Cynthia Nixon, and Sonja Warfield stopped by PaleyFest to share behind-the-scenes stories and tease what’s ahead in Season 4.

The cult favorite HBO series returns November 1.

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Who says LA doesn’t do theater?  Marisa Tomei, Ro Who says LA doesn’t do theater? 

Marisa Tomei, Rosanna Arquette, Lois Smith, Natasha Rothwell, Rob Morrow and a roster of film, television and theater performers gathered Tuesday night at The Wallis in Beverly Hills for THIS IS CRAZY!, a one-night-only benefit performance. 

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A night of impact, driven by a shared commitment t A night of impact, driven by a shared commitment to youth mental health.

@selenagomez hosted the 4th Annual Rare Impact Fund Benefit in Los Angeles, continuing the mission to expand access to mental health resources for young people worldwide.

Through its commitment to donate 1% of sales to the Rare Impact Fund, the organization supports the Fund’s work alongside 30 nonprofit partners across five continents, reaching more than 3.5 million young people each year.

Sharing a message of hope via Instagram, Gomez wrote, “I hope everyone who asks for help knows they’re never alone, and that there will always be someone there to listen, support them, and remind them they matter.”
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