

Interview with Nestor Correa, Fashion Photographer and Producer
NY Elite: Tell us a little about yourself. Nestor Correa: I started as a fashion photographer right out of school in the late 80s shooting on 35mm film. After a course at NYU’s film school, I decided to go into the Broadcast market, and worked in TV for NBC, Fox Sports and Univision, I later moved to Advertising and worked as producer for various campaigns … Continue reading Interview with Nestor Correa, Fashion Photographer and Producer

Unlimited Edition Lecture Series: An Evening with Musical Guest Kastro Zizo – Artist of the Year at St. Francis College Brooklyn
Kastro Zizo (Klevis Bega) & Albanian Roots Club of St. Francis Brooklyn present Unlimited Edition When: Thursday, 26 January 2023, 7:00pm- 9:00pm Where: The Auditorium of St. Francis College (179 Livingston St, Brooklyn, NY 11201). Free to public, RSPV required. Please RSVP by Monday, January 23, 2023. To RSVP click here >> Unlimited Edition Lecture Series: An Evening with Musical Guest Kastro Zizo – Artist … Continue reading Unlimited Edition Lecture Series: An Evening with Musical Guest Kastro Zizo – Artist of the Year at St. Francis College Brooklyn

Albanian Stand-up Comedian Edmond Çami Coming to New York City
Albanian stand-up comedian Edmond Çami will be performing at Chain Theater (312 W 36th Street, 4th floor, NY, NY 10018) in Manhattan next weekend on Saturday, December 17, 2022, from 8:00-10:00 pm. The show features notable appearances such as Edmond Çami, Tom Nemec, Tracey Carnazzo and national touring headliner Chris Monty. For tickets visit Chain Theatre. Edmond Çami is a great stand-up comedian, known for … Continue reading Albanian Stand-up Comedian Edmond Çami Coming to New York City

Kastro Zizo honored with “Artist of the Year” Award in Washington DC
On December 10, 2022, the renowned Albanian artist Kastro Zizo (Klevis Bega) received the biggest award “Artist of the Year 2022” in Washington DC. At the request of the Honorable Senator Charles E. Schumer, the American flag was flown over the US Congress building in Washington DC on December 10, 2022, in remembrance of the UN World Human Rights Day, honoring Kastro Zizo (Klevis Bega) … Continue reading Kastro Zizo honored with “Artist of the Year” Award in Washington DC

Arta Kallaba-New York Not Only a Fashion Statement, but a Symbol of Empowerment
Arta Kallaba is a prominent Albanian Theater director, film director and a fashion designer living in New York City. Ten years ago Arta and her husband Ardian moved to New York City and they have two daughters who are born in Manhattan, NY. Recently she founded the iconic Arta Kallaba-New York fashion brand, known for its high quality modernized handmade knitting, by adding color and … Continue reading Arta Kallaba-New York Not Only a Fashion Statement, but a Symbol of Empowerment

Behind the Experimental Lens of Visionary Artist Christopher Whytal
Christopher Whytal is an artist, graphic designer, and father of two from the Washington DC metro area. His art interests are multifaceted and include painting, sculpture, photography, and writing. Christopher has been recognized by the Circle Foundation for the Arts for his impressionistic acrylic painting and photography. He also works in watercolor and sumi-e ink, and paints driftwood, allowing the organic shape to inspire his … Continue reading Behind the Experimental Lens of Visionary Artist Christopher Whytal

The Magic of Cinema: Interview with Renowned Artist Amina Zhaman Part III
Amina Zhaman, Ph.D. is a renowned Circassian artist, writer, composer, film and stage director. In this exclusive NY Elite Interview Series (Part I, II, III) , Amina discusses her love for theater, film, and music. NY Elite: What mindset are you in when you sit down and write for your songs, or scripts? Amina Zhaman: I don’t set out specifically to write a song or … Continue reading The Magic of Cinema: Interview with Renowned Artist Amina Zhaman Part III

The Music World: Interview with Renowned Artist Amina Zhaman (AM/NA) Part II
Amina Zhaman, Ph.D. is a renowned Circassian artist, writer, composer, film and stage director. In this exclusive NY Elite Interview Series (Part I, II, III) , Amina discusses her love for theater, film, and music. In the music scene she is known as AM/NA. NY Elite: What is the song Ex-Somebody about? Amina Zhaman: It’s about breaking up with someone who is more than a … Continue reading The Music World: Interview with Renowned Artist Amina Zhaman (AM/NA) Part II

The Art of Theater: Interview with Renowned Artist Amina Zhaman Part I
Amina Zhaman, Ph.D. is a renowned Circassian artist, writer, composer, film and stage director. In this exclusive NY Elite Interview Series (Part I, II, III) , Amina discusses her love for theater, film, and music. NY Elite: Tell us more about an upcoming stage production “Stanislavsky/Chekhov” which is based on your new original play of the same title. How did you come around to the … Continue reading The Art of Theater: Interview with Renowned Artist Amina Zhaman Part I

Exclusive interview with the renowned singer Festina Mejzini
Award-winning talented singer Festina Mejzini found her fame when she was on the top of X-Factor Albania in 2012, winning 4th place. Born in Gjakova, Kosovo on November 28, 1993, she is currently pursuing her master’s degree in Landscape and Urban Design in Tirana, Albania. Her grandfather Mazllom Mejzini was a famous composer and instrumentalist of traditional Albanian music, who inspired her to pursue her … Continue reading Exclusive interview with the renowned singer Festina Mejzini