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ReedPop Announces The Return Of BookCon in 2026

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The Press Release:
ReedPop, the world’s leading producer of pop culture events, today announced the return of BookCon, the fan event where storytelling and pop culture collide. A two-day celebration of storytelling in all forms built for readers, by readers, BookCon will take place at the Javits Center in New York City on April 18 & 19, 2026.

A wholly reimagined event, BookCon brings together fans’ favorite publishers, authors, brands, and retailers for an immersive show floor experience, designed with fans in mind. From intimate author chats to lively book swaps that feel like treasure hunts, ReedPop is building a celebration where every page turn will lead to another great adventure. Book signings, book clubs, workshops, captivating panels, and crafting zones are just the start of bringing our online world into a real-world space.
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Affordable Art Fair New York City Relocates Fall Event To The Starrett-Lehigh Building

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The Press Release:
Affordable Art Fair New York City is thrilled to welcome visitors this fall, from September 17–21, 2025, to the Starrett-Lehigh Building in the heart of Chelsea. Bringing together over 75 local, national, and international galleries, this edition promises an exciting mix of new programming, celebrated favorite artists and galleries, and thousands of original contemporary artworks, all at accessible price points, as always.

Visitors will experience an inspiring and welcoming atmosphere where they can browse a diverse range of paintings, sculptures, photographs, and prints by more than 400 established and emerging artists. With prices ranging from $100 to $12,000, there’s something for everyone, from first-time art buyers to seasoned collectors.
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FOCUS Art Fair Announces 2025 Exhibitors

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The Press Release:
FOCUS Art Fair, the only NYC fair dedicated to the intersection of tech-enabled and traditional art, is announcing its third annual New York edition, taking place May 15 to 18 at Chelsea Industrial (535-549 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001). FOCUS will host a VIP Preview on May 15 from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. and will be open to the public from May 16 to 18 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. This year’s edition features work from over 10 countries and off ers a special focus on the intersection of human creativity and technology as well as contemporary Asian art, accounting for nearly half of the fair’s exhibitors.

Curated around the theme Human Creativity vs. Machine Potential, the 2025 edition will explore how raw human creativity can be transformed and complicated by assistance from AI, robotics and other emerging technologies. As these innovations advance rapidly, humans are contending with their impact on our daily lives, economies and the creative sphere. FOCUS 2025 provides a timely platform to investigate and envision our shared reality amid these changes.
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Presenting The 78th Annual TONY Awards Nominations

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The 2025 Tony Award nominations were just announced from the Sofitel this morning by actors Sarah Paulson and Wendell Pierce. The complete rundown has been secured and shared for you down below along with some closing editorial thoughts on it all. Take a look and congratulations to all of these amazing nominees.

Best Musical
Buena Vista Social Club
Dead Outlaw
Death Becomes Her
Maybe Happy Ending
Operation Mincemeat

Best Play
English
The Hills of California
John Proctor Is the Villain
Oh, Mary!
Purpose
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Future Fair Announces Exhibitors For Fifth Anniversary Fair

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The Press Release:
Future Fair is proud to announce the exhibitor list for its fifth-anniversary fair, which will take place in New York’s Chelsea in May 2025. The Fair returns to Chelsea Industrial (535W 28th St, New York, NY 10001), welcoming 67 local, national and international exhibitors. Celebrating an important milestone, Future Fair will host a VIP Preview on Wednesday, May 7, and will be open to the public May 8-10, 2025.

Building upon the momentum introduced by 2024’s first Curatorial Committee, Future Fair is proud to collaborate with the 2025 committee members: Dr. Margarita Lila Rosa, Historian, Art Critic and Independent Curator; Eden Deering, Director, PPOW; and Jenée-Daria Strand, Assistant Curator, Public Art Fund. Each of the members has demonstrated a genuine commitment to helping artists and small business galleries thrive in their careers, aligning with the ethos of Future Fair.
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