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Denzel Washington	Viola Davis	Lynn Hirschberg

Wednesday \| March 31, 2010
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
A Conversation with Denzel Washington & Viola Davis
Two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington returns to Broadway, alongside Academy Award nominee and Tony Award winner Viola Davis, in August Wilson's Pulitzer Prize-winning play "Fences," for a limited, 13-week run beginning April 14 at the Cort Theatre. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear these critically acclaimed actors discuss their work with New York Times Magazine editor at large, Lynn Hirschberg. Tickets: $30 Mr. Washington's photo by Jeff Katz.



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Rob Thomas	Melena Ryzik

Thursday \| April 8, 2010
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Rob Thomas, Singer-Songwriter A Conversation about Music
Go behind the scenes of today's worldwide modern music industry with multiple-Grammy-winning musician and songwriter Rob Thomas. Hear the winner of the Songwriter's Hall of Fame's first-ever Starlight Award discuss his inspiration and his work with Matchbox Twenty, on his own and in collaboration with iconic artists like Carols Santana, Mick Jagger and Willie Nelson. Interviewed by New York Times culture reporter Melena Ryzik SOLD OUT Tickets may be available at the door one hour before the start of the event. Mr. Thomas's photo by Andrew Macpherson.

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Deepak Chopra	Tara Parker-Pope

Saturday \| April 17, 2010
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM
Health & Wellness Day A Conversation with Deepak Chopra
The best-selling author, physician, scientist, radio host and founder of the Chopra Center for Wellbeing discusses his approach to healing and how the spiritual principles of his latest book, "Reinventing the Body, Resurrecting the Soul," can reinvent and restructure physical health. Interviewed by Tara Parker-Pope, New York Times health writer, author of the "Well" blog on nytimes.com and the forthcoming book "For Better: The Science of a Good Marriage." Tickets: $30



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Bobby Flay	Alexandra Guarnaschelli


Daniel Humm	Frank Bruni

Saturday \| April 17, 2010
2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Health & Wellness Day The Foodie's Dilemma
How do top New York chefs and Food Network hosts try to stay healthy and fit in a world where long hours and stress meet the allure of omnipresent food and ongoing feasting? Find out from Bobby Flay (Mesa Grill, Bar Americain), Alexandra Guarnaschelli (Butter), and Daniel Humm (Eleven Madison Park). Interviewed by Frank Bruni, New York Times Magazine staff writer, former Times restaurant critic and author of, "Born Round: The Secret History of a Full-Time Eater." Tickets: $30



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Dr. Mehmet Oz	Tara Parker-Pope

Saturday \| April 17, 2010
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM
Health & Wellness Day A Conversation with Dr. Mehmet Oz
The renowned heart surgeon, distinguished professor of surgery, best-selling author and host of the highly successful new TV show "Dr. Oz" talks about both traditional techniques for treating disease and alternative ideas about healthy lifestyle choices that contribute to overall wellness. Interviewed by Tara Parker-Pope, New York Times health writer, author of the "Well" blog on nytimes.com and the forthcoming book "For Better: The Science of a Good Marriage." Tickets: $30



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Ron Darling

Wednesday \| April 28, 2010
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Baseball's Ron Darling.
Find out what it's like to stand alone on major league baseball’s pitching mound --the center of attention for tens of thousands of fans. Hear Emmy-winning SNY sports analyst Ron Darling -- two-time All-American at Yale, starting pitcher for the New York Mets 1983-1991, key member of the Mets' 1986 World Championship and author of "The Complete Game: Reflections on Baseball, Pitching, and Life on the Mound" -- talk with New York Times sports writer Ken Belson about America’s pastime, this year’s spring training results and what to expect at the start of the 2010 season. Tickets: $30



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Peter Martins	Santiago Calatrava	Robin Pogrebin

Thursday \| May 6, 2010
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
The Architecture of Dance Peter Martins and Santiago Calatrava
New York City Ballet Master in Chief Peter Martins and internationally acclaimed architect, Santiago Calatrava discuss their collaboration on the New York City Ballet's Architecture of Dance festival, honoring the 50th anniversary of Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts. The festival this spring features seven world premiere ballets, five of which have scenic designs by Mr. Calatrava, marking the first time that he has created theatrical designs. Interviewed by New York Times culture reporter Robin Pogrebin. Tickets: $30 Mr. Calatrava's photo by Suzanne DeChillo.



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Rachael Ray	Ruth Reichl	Kim Severson

Friday \| May 7, 2010
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
The Cooks Who Saved My Life
Just in time for Mother's Day! New York Times food writer Kim Severson, author of "Spoon Fed: How Eight Cooks Saved My Life," talks with two of the cooks who taught her life lessons she will never forget: Rachael Ray, cookbook author, TV host and food entrepreneur extraordinaire, and Ruth Reichl, former restaurant critic of The New York Times and author of four books, including the best-seller "For You, Mom. Finally." Find out what crucial wisdom they offered just when she needed it most. Tickets: $30 Ms. Reichl's photo by Brigitte Lacombe..



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Carlton Cuse	Damon Lindelof

Thursday \| May 20, 2010
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Behind the Scenes of "Lost"
Get ready for the conclusion of the hit series: don't miss this compelling conversation with the masterminds behind "Lost." Hear executive producer Carlton Cuse and co-creator-executive producer Damon Lindelof reveal the challenges of crafting a finale that satisfies themselves as storytellers and the show’s legion of fans. Interviewed by New York Times entertainment editor Lorne Manly. SOLD OUT Tickets may be available at the door one hour before the start of the event.

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Scott Turow	Charles McGrath

Wednesday \| May 26, 2010
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
A Conversation with Scott Turow
Best-selling author and attorney Scott Turow discusses his new novel, "Innocent," and his seven other international best-sellers with New York Times writer at large Charles McGrath. "Innocent," is the long-awaited sequel to the genre-defining 1987 blockbuster "Presumed Innocent." Now, Turow's iconic character, chief appellate judge Rusty Sabich, family man and former number two prosecutor of Kindle County, again tangles with his old nemesis, DA Tommy Molto. Don’t miss this compelling conversation followed by book signing. Tickets: $30 Mr. Turow's photo by Jeremy Lawson Photography.



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