It’s fall in Gotham: What could be better than that?

By Jack Rico

Autumn in this magical city is when fashion and culture truly come alive. There’s an unparalleled buzz in the cool air—restaurants are packed, crowds are dressed to impress and theater season is the hottest ticket in town. It’s as if all of New York City is one big premiere and autumn is its grand opening. From marquee art exhibits to adventurous new restaurants, here are some picks to living your best fall life in Gotham.

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Edges Of Ailey at the Whitney Museum of American Art 

Head to the Whitney Museum and experience Edges of Ailey, a first-of-its-kind exhibition celebrating the life and legacy of visionary choreographer Alvin Ailey. Watch rarely seen interviews, read personal letters and catch live performances that offer a unique look at Ailey’s staggering contributions to dance, Black culture and art. It’s your front-row ticket to legitimate history.

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Death Becomes Her

If a night out on the Great White Way is on your fall agenda, Death Becomes Her is must-see. This musical twist on the 1992 cult classic film promises a glamorous production, a witty script and a killer cast toplined by Megan Hilty and Michelle Williams. If you like your humor with a touch of the macabre, this one’s a scream.

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tán

Escape to Tulum, México without leaving Manhattan at tán, the new hotspot from Chefs Richard Sandoval and Jonatán Gómez Luna Torres. Feel like you’ve been whisked away to the Riviera Maya while enjoying Yucatán chicken paired with a smoky Shaman’s Mezcalita—perfect for a date night or a stylish evening with friends.

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Assouline Madison

Get lost in literary luxury at Assouline Madison, the chic new bookstore and café on Madison Avenue, just steps from Chanel and Hermès. Browse a curated selection of their designer books, then sink into a plush armchair with an espresso and book in hand and let the world outside melt away. How New York is that?

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