Mary Gregory

New York

Arts Journalist and Art Critic at Freelance

Arts journalist/art critic Member AICA-USA Awards @ NY Press Club, Press Club LI, NYPA. bylines Newsday OurTownNYC TheChief WomanAroundTown LIPulse & more

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Articles

Long Island party supply stores: Where to shop with Party City closing

1 month ago | newsday.com | Mary Gregory

Across Long Island, locally-owned party businesses are stocked full of party supplies awaiting milestone celebrations. They may not have the miles of aisles found at the likes of big-box retailers like Party City, which recently announced its winding down of operations (though some do), but they're all brimming with products, creativity and ideas to make an event sparkle.
Women's History Month Brings 4 Must-See Exhibitions

1 month ago | otdowntown.com | Mary Gregory

March, Women's History Month, is a great time to seek out women artists and art brought to us by women, and we've got some great picks. "Lillie P. Bliss and the Birth of the Modern" Lillie P. Bliss was one of three women who founded the Museum of Modern Art, and her story, as well as some of the paintings she donated, are highlighted in "Lillie P. Bliss and the Birth of the Modern" through March 29.
'Waitress,' Dionne Warwick in concert, more events for Women's History Month

1 month ago | newsday.com | Mary Gregory

With half the world's population to celebrate and acknowledge, there's no shortage of arts and events this Women's History Month. Catch a show, explore history, sing along, or just dance. WOMEN IN ART"Audrey Flack: Mid-Century to Post-Pop Baroque" at the Parrish Art Museum in Water Mill through March 30 pays homage to a local art star. "Audrey Flack is one of the most consequential artists of the last century and this century," said Parrish director Mónica Ramírez-Montagut.
4 Must See Exhibitions to See in Women's History Month

2 months ago | otdowntown.com | Mary Gregory

March, Women's History Month, is a great time to seek out women artists and art brought to us by women, and we've got some great picks. "Lillie P. Bliss and the Birth of the Modern" Lillie P. Bliss was one of three women who founded the Museum of Modern Art, and her story, as well as some of the paintings she donated, are highlighted in "Lillie P. Bliss and the Birth of the Modern" through March 29.
Boyz II Men, John Lewis musical 'Hero,' more shows for Black History Month

2 months ago | newsday.com | Mary Gregory

"History is life's greatest teacher," said Justin Harris, director of the Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center's Arts Academy. It's also the point of Black History Month. Harris is bringing audiences a lively lesson with "Hero: The Boy from Troy" a new musical about the late congressman and civil rights leader John Lewis coming to the theater on Feb. 7. It's just one of the extraordinary performances and exhibitions happening across Long Island this February.
Get your kicks with country western dancing on Long Island

Jan 13, 2025 | newsday.com | Mary Gregory

Watch Now • 1:06'Massive increase of line dancing on Long Island'"Country is a state of mind," sang Tom T. Hall, and right now, it's as hot as jalapeños on Long Island. There are two local country radio stations (103.1, — The Wolf (WWWF/103.1 FM) and My Country (WJVC/96.1 FM) on the FM dial) — as well as concerts, clubs and pubs from the East End to the New York City line. Country western dance is a big part of the scene, and the easiest way to join in is to jump into a line dance.
Long Island Biennial celebrates 'The Body Politic'

Nov 1, 2024 | newsday.com | Mary Gregory

Artist Hwa Young Caruso, of East Meadow, has had a distinguished career in her field. She's holds a Ph.D. from Columbia University, has exhibited her work internationally and has been a professor of art at Molloy University in Rockville Centre for the past two decades. But this year marks the first time she applied for entry to the Long Island Biennial at the Heckscher Museum of Art in Huntington, which runs through Jan.
Long Island Biennial celebrates 'The Body Politic'

Oct 31, 2024 | newsday.com | Mary Gregory

Artist Hwa Young Caruso of East Meadow has had a distinguished career in her field. She's holds a Ph.D. from Columbia University, has exhibited her work internationally and has been a professor of art at Molloy University in Rockville Centre for the past two decades. But this year marks the first time she applied for entry to the Long Island Biennial at the Heckscher Museum of Art in Huntington, which runs through Jan.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with music, 'Encanto,' more

Sep 12, 2024 | newsday.com | Mary Gregory

Chart-topping Latinx pop stars, divas from Broadway and beyond, sultry dancers, local artists and school kids bring global flavors to celebrations of Hispanic Heritage Month, which begins Sunday and runs through Oct. 15. It's a great time to see, hear and taste how tradition meets today in Long Island theaters, galleries and concert halls. LET THERE BE MUSICShe's been called a diva who doesn’t act like one. Mandy Gonzalez ("Hamilton," "Wicked") comes to Tilles Center in Brookville on Oct. 4.
Gold Coast Dance Fest: Poetry in motion at Glen Cove

Jul 18, 2024 | newsday.com | Mary Gregory

Movement and line, color and sound, story and emotion, and the almost unimaginable grace and athleticism of classically trained dancers can make audiences' hearts soar. "The relationship between dance movements and music, and even sometimes words or poetry, can ignite. It can illuminate the mind and elevate one's longing for life and to experience life," said Da' Von Doane, a former principal dancer at Dance Theatre of Harlem, who's now a choreographer, teacher and artistic advisor.