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Chicago, now the longest running show playing on Broadway, continues to bet big on pop culture-affiliated casting choices: Alyssa Milano, the instantly recognizable Charmed and Who’s the Boss star, will officially make her Broadway debut this fall when taking over the role of Roxie Hart in the iconic production. Milano will play an eight-week limited engagement from September 16 through November 10. 

“I could not be more excited to be getting back to my roots in musical theater,” Milano said in an official statement. “When I was 8 and first joined the national touring company for Annie, I never could have imagined the 40+ year career ahead of me. To finally be making my Broadway debut in the role of Roxie Hart in the iconic musical Chicago and to stand on the shoulders of such honorable lineage is all that a little girl who loved to sing and dance and make people smile could have ever dreamt of.  I can’t wait to hit the stage.”

Other stars not directly related to Broadway have played Hart in recent times, including reality TV stars Ariana Madix, Lisa Rinna and Erika Jayne, Pamela Anderson and Ashlee Simpson.

For the uninitiated, Chicago’s Roxie is a housewife and dancer that murders her lover after the threatens to kills her. To avoid jailtime, she hires a criminal lawyer that is wont to create shocking headlines to help her client. 

Although the musical originally premiered in 1975, its 1996 production is the stuff of records these days, effectively the second longest-running show ever to be on Broadway after The Phantom of the Opera, which closed last year.

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Student travel company Rustic Pathways just crunched some numbers and confirmed something we already knew in our hearts: some NYC spots really feel like works of art and are considered the most picturesque landmarks in the U.S.

The outlet specifically looked at the top 100 landmarks on TripAdvisor and then searched for them on Instagram, recording the number of posts under each one’s most popular hashtag. Those numbers were then ranked from highest to lowest, effectively creating a list of most Instagrammable destinations across the country.

Out of ten mentioned spots, six of them call New York home—a little data point that fills us with pride.

Central Park topped the list, a fact that doesn’t surprise us at all considering the beautiful landscape that makes up the park and the many tourists that flock there daily to snap memorable photos.`

In second place is Times Square, by many New Yorkers considered the least attractive portion of the city but, alas, clearly a popular destination among out of towners.

The Brooklyn Bridge rounds out the top three with 3,942,484 Instagram posts under the hashtag #brooklynbridge.

“This architectural marvel spans the East River, connecting Manhattan and Brooklyn in New York City,” reads the official press release accompanying the ranking. “Completed in 1883, the bridge is celebrated for its Gothic-style towers and intricate cable design. It offers stunning views of the city skyline and the Statue of Liberty, making it a popular spot for pedestrians, cyclists, and tourists.”

Niagara Falls, the Empire State Building and the Statue of Liberty are the three other New York landmarks to make the ranking. 

What can we say? We live in a beautiful city indeed.

The 10 most Instagrammable landmarks in the U.S.

1. Central Park in New York

2. Times Square in New York

3. Brooklyn Bridge in New York

4. Niagara Falls in New York

5. Las Vegas Strip in Las Vegas

6. Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco

7. Empire State Building in New York

8. Statue of Liberty in New York

9. Route 66

10. The White House in Washington, D.C.

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It’s hard not to feel inspired in the city thanks to its distinctive architecture, fresh art scene, and rich culture. Even a walk along the Hudson River Greenway has enough beauty to get your creative juices flowing. Neon Brush in NYC is a unique opportunity to uncover your hidden talents and experiment with paint that glows in the dark. All the materials and ambiance you’ll need are provided, all you have to do is think of what you’d like to bring to life next on the canvas.

Taking place at Cat Sports Pub over the coming months, places are limited for these retro sessions. So, spread the word to all your fellow art lovers, and bring them along for a memorable experience. Neon Brush’s workshop is the perfect place to ignite your imagination.

What is Neon Brush?

It is an adults-only sip & paint session during which attendees use both classic and fluorescent paint to create neon artwork in an artsy setting. So don a more casual outfit, bring nothing but your own bright ideas, and get ready to unleash your inner artist. As well as listening to music and being in good company, you can sip on a refreshing drink (alcoholic & non-alcoholic), available for purchase at the venue.

Tell me more about this sip and paint experience

There’s something about the visual impact and nostalgic light of neon that brings the sip and paint concept to another level. And while everyone is encouraged to rely on their own imagination and go against the grain, there will be a professional artist on hand to guide you through the process. After completing your colorful flower, serene sunset, abstract piece, or whatever you decide to paint, you can bring it home with you and display it proudly.

Who is Neon Brush for?

Everyone over the age of 21 and willing to tap into their creative potential. Depending on the day of the week (Neon Brush is typically scheduled at the weekend), it’s the perfect way to unwind after a long week. And it can also be a great teambuilding activity for work colleagues. What are you waiting for? Mark your calendar for drinks and paint experience in NYC.

Neon Brush Reviews

The host was energetic and very helpful. – Neon Brush, D.C.

Heaps of fun, great vibe and atmosphere and very therapeutic too! – Neon Brush, Melbourne

“Great fun! I had a great time with my friends.” – Neon Brush, Paris

Sometimes acrylic paints and watercolors just aren’t enough. So why not journey back to the retro 1980s and discover the intensity of neon colors for a change? On different dates over the coming months, Neon Brush will provide the ideal and bold getaway for innovative rebels.

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