Recreating Leondardo DaVinci's masterpiece "The Last Supper" probably didn't need to happen, just like a remake of cult classic Buffy the Vampire Slayer doesn't need to happen (are you listening, Hollywood?)—but here we are. Currently the Park Avenue Armory is housing a massive reinterpretation of the work of art, and you can experience it there for 15 bucks until January 6th. Last week we took a look at some of the photos of the installation, created by British filmmaker Peter Greenaway, and now the NY Times is reporting back from the space itself, warning potential ticket buyers that it's "a dud."
Art Critic Calls Last Supper Reinterpretation a "Dud"
The Gates Return, to TV HBO
For two weeks in the winter of 2005, Central Park was filled with 7,500 saffron-paneled gates. The project was a gift from the artists Christo and Jeanne-Claude, who had been trying for four decades to launch the project. Their struggle - and success - comes to the the small screen with tonight's premiere of The Gates on HBO.
Pencil This In
HEADS UP!: We love Daniel Kitson, it's been documented, so we wanted to give you a heads up that our favorite British comedian is coming back to the States! He has three shows in December at Union Hall (the 2nd, 3rd and 4th), and tickets are ON SALE NOW for two of those dates. It'll be the best $8+fees that you ever spent. ART: The Brothers Grimm fairytale Hansel and Gretel has taken over the...
Elsewhere in the ist-a-verse
This week, Phillyist saw the waters of a landmark fountain run red for a Showtime marketing stunt, the Phils pull ahead, and some serious nostalgia. They also got a chance to review an awesome tribute album, reminded folks to see the King, and appreciated their beautiful skyline.

