Category: Albany, NY

Playwright Dael Orlandersmith’s lecture rescheduled

Dael Orlandersmith, Obie-winning playwright and Pulitzer Prize finalist in drama, has rescheduled her appearance at the University at Albany to May 1. She was originally scheduled to appear March 20. Orlandersmith will speak about her life in the theater and her new play, “Until the Flood,” about events and racial tensions in Ferguson, Mo. Her work frequently explores the struggles of African-Americans in urban settings, and life in the rough East Harlem neighborhood and housing projects of her childhood.

Big acts: Trey Anastasio headed to Troy

… in return to SPAC. Cassadee Pope , June 23, Lucky Strike Social . “The Voice” winner and country singer visits entertainment venue in Crossgates. Cassadee Pope , June 23, Lucky Strike Social . “The Voice” winner and country singer visits …

20 things to do this weekend

Something Rotten! ” Set in 1595, this hilarious smash tells the story of Nick and Nigel Bottom, two brothers who are desperate to write a hit play. When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical.”

Critic’s favorite dishes from 2016

Humming with thyme, ginger, garlic and Trinidadian chadon beni, it’s a rich, multicultural delight perfect mopped up with torn ‘buss-up-shot’ roti bread and washed down with clove-scented sorrel: 123 Madison Ave., Albany 776-4418 trinbagocaribbeanrestaurant.com . less 1. Oxtail Stew and Roti at Trinbago : Beautiful oxtail bones in brown sugar gravy.

Cheesecake Machismo raises prices for first time ever

This is impressive: Cheesecake Machismo in Albany, which had kept prices the same since its opening nearly 12 years ago, is finally raising them. After Jan. 1, a slice of cheesecake, previously $5, including beverage, is now $6, beverage still included; Frankencakes will be up by $5, to $30, for a six-slice half cake, or $50 for a full, 12-slice cheesecake.