Arts & Entertainment

By Christopher A. Pape

There’s no business like show business for a lover of New York whose fantasies rang true.

Being one of the brightest luminaries of the New York theatre scene has brought singer/actress Judy Kuhn jand her fans oy for over two decades. Now more of “All This Happiness” is headed their way this month with the release of Judy’s CD and a show at 54 Below by the same name.

I recently sat down with the wonderful and versatile Judy, whose star keeps shining. Her credits range from her recent role in the Stephen Sondheim/James LaPine critically acclaimed musical Passion to singing the title role in the movie Pocahontas and Pocahontas ll.

I am very pleased to showcase Judy for our Resident readers. She’s a delight!

By Christopher A. Pape
Photography by Shin+Christensen
Post Production by Marie Tomanova
Jewelry by Judith Murat

Jean Shafiroff is a philanthropic leader and active volunteer for multiple Southampton and New York City charitable organizations. Her managerial skills, compassion, generosity and enthusiastic dedication are among her strongest traits. She possesses a unique ability to connect different charitable groups with interested people and resources. In her philanthropic career, Shafiroff serves as a board member, chairwoman, underwriter and hostess of a long list of charity events.

By Christopher A. Pape

Adam Green has been horrifying audiences for years. One of the finest horror film makers currently working, Adam had humble beginnings struggling to see his dreams come true.

By Christopher A. Pape

As many of you know, writing is a challenging profession, but it can also be extremely rewarding, especially in Hollywood, where a screenwriter can produce hit after hit and stay in demand for years. I had the very fortunate opportunity to speak with Cinco Paul and Ken Dario, the team behind such hits like Despicable Me, The Lorax and the soon to be released Despicable Me 2. I appreciate their candor and hope you like the piece as much as I liked interviewing them.

By Isaiah Negron

Artist and jewelry designer Judith Murat is reaching new creative heights and venturing into mystical lands she never thought she would travel to. No stranger to the spotlight, Judith spent 25 years as one of Eileen Ford’s top models. She then decided to explore another artistic arena after moving to Palm Beach, creating oil paintings and sculptures of her family that included her late husband and five children. Her artistic expression helped her cope with the reality of becoming a widow. “It helped me stay sane and normal, at that point, it was either sink or swim,” she laughed.

By Christopher A. Pape

Trish Regan, as we say in Italian, is a beautiful woman - both literally (she is stunningly beautiful with long brown hair and sparkling green eyes) and personally. She has also worked hard to lead a beautiful life: star anchor, loving mother and wife, and former opera singer are just some of the descriptions that apply to her.

By Christopher A. Pape

Susan Lucci, the beautiful and multifaceted actress, who played Erica Kane on All My Children is so many wonderful adjectives that I can’t list them all out. Needless to say, I am a huge admirer and was over joyed to have the opportunity to spend a day with her in her beautiful home in Garden City.

By Christopher A. Pape

Shibani Joshi is one of the hardest working financial reporters in the business. Add to that her beauty and intelligence and you have a combination that can’t be beat.

By Christopher A. Pape

The term prima donna may not have the best connotation attached to it, but in the strictest sense of the word (first lady of the stage) Isabel Leonard is one. Not only is she beautiful and talented, she exudes a calmness that is extraordinary when you consider just how much in demand she is.

By Christopher A. Pape

Claire Thomas is not a name you may know, but it’s one you should. And it’s likely that in the near future it is one you may hear quite often. Creator of the ultra successful food blog, Kitschy Kitchen and host of the new hit show, Food for Thought (produced by Litton Entertainment and airing on ABC on the weekends; check your local listings), Ms. Thomas has been on a roll.