The City Pulse
with Whitney Ullman
With so many things happening right now at local venues, make sure you get your tickets in advance so you don’t miss out on any fun! Oh, and feel free to tag me in your photos and videos.
What: South of Italy Thanksgiving
Where: The Claridge Hotel, Twenties Italian Restaurant
When: Thursday, Nov. 23
Website: www.claridge.com/special-events
For $45 a person Twenties this Thanksgiving will be hosting an amazing dinner with a special menu. Book online at claridge.com.
Who: Anita Baker: The Songstress Tour
Where: Hard Rock, Etess Arena
When: Friday, Nov. 24
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com/event-calendar/anita-baker
Eight-time Grammy-winning superstar Anita Baker, The Songstress, has announced a special run of live dates for 2023. The Songstress’ tour celebrates Baker’s 40 years as a music icon in the industry since the release of her debut album, “The Songstress,” in 1983.
Who: Ashanti & Ginuwine
Where: Ocean Casino Resort, Ovation Hall
When: Friday, Nov. 24
Time: 9 p.m.
Website: www.theoceanac.com/entertainment
Grammy-winning, R&B icon Ashanti, takes the stage with R&B ’90s icon Ginuwine at Ovation Hall.
What: Christmas in the Air
Where: Borgata Hotel
When: Friday, Nov. 24 – Sunday, Dec. 24
Time: Various Days and Times
Website: borgata.mgmresorts.com/en/entertainment/the-music-box/christmas-in-the-air.html
Get ready for the most wonderful time of the year with Christmas in the Air! A first-class Broadway-style spectacular that’s festive fun for the whole family. This snow-globe come-to-life dazzles with a cast of high-kicking, Rockette-style dancers performing alongside magical holiday characters.
Who: Sarah Brightman: A Christmas Symphony
Where: Ocean Casino Resort
When: Saturday, Nov. 25
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.theoceanac.com/entertainment/headliners-holiday/sarah-brightman-christmas-symphony
In celebration of the holidays, the world’s biggest-selling soprano and legendary, Grammy-nominated artist Sarah Brightman is coming to Ovation Hall. Having received more than 180 gold and platinum awards in over 40 countries, you don’t want to miss Sarah Brightman in Atlantic City.
Who: El Gran Combo
Where: Tropicana Resort & Casino
When: Saturday, Nov. 25
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.caesars.com/tropicana-ac/shows
Music Plus Presents: Tropicaliente 2023 featuring El Gran Combo and Hector Acosta at Tropicana Resort & Casino.
Who: Whiskey Revival
Where: Golden Nugget Atlantic City
When: Saturday, Nov. 25
Time: VIP Admission 5 p.m.
General Admission 6-9 p.m.
Website: www.goldennugget.com/atlantic-city/entertainment/upcoming-events/whiskey-revival/
Partake in sample tastings of artisan and international whiskies, craft spirits and moonshines from dozens of distilleries.
Who: The Sharpe Family Singers
Where: Resorts Casino Hotel, Superstar Theater
When: Saturday, Nov. 25
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: resortsac.com/entertainment/best-of-broadway-the-sharpe-family/
Sharpe Family Singers present a magical journey through Broadway and the holiday season featuring the best music from favorite shows and seasonal classic.
Who: AtlanticCity Ballet: It’s a Shore Holiday
Where: Caesars Atlantic City, Circus Maximus Theater
When: Saturday, Nov. 25
Time: 7 p.m.
This dance review features a blend of contemporary and classical dance all set to your most beloved holiday tunes. Add singers and a live band and you will be transported to a Holiday Winter Wonderland that will capture your inner child’s imagination. This delightful show will bring out the holiday spirit in everyone. It is a one-of-a-kind celebration for sharing with family, friends and loved ones.
What: Holiday Dickens Fest
Where: Village Greene at Historic Smithville
When: Saturday, Nov. 25; and Sunday, Nov. 26
Time: Saturday, 1 p.m. and 7 p.m.; Sunday, 1 p.m.
Website: www.historicsmithville.com/smithville-events-2/november-event/light-show-lake/
Riddlesbrood Touring Theatre Company will bring the Spirit of Christmas back to Historic Smithville when they return to present their two-day outdoor “Dickens Fest” featuring an original, musical adaptation of “A Christmas Carol,” Charles Dickens’ heartwarming, classic tale of Ebenezer Scrooge’s journey from greed to redemption.
Who: Showboat Tree Lighting
Where: Showboat Hotel Atlantic City
When: Tuesday, Nov. 28
Time: 6 p.m.
Showboat Atlantic City is lighting up the city’s iconic Boardwalk with a 50-foot Christmas tree for the holiday season. The balsam fir will once again deck the Boardwalk with holiday cheer and is adorned with 8,000 lights that will set the Boardwalk aglow during a special tree-lighting ceremony. The evening will be filled with free and festive family fun including toy giveaways, games and rides, and free hot cocoa along with craft vendors and photos with Santa. The ceremony marks the beginning of Showboat AC’s Holiday Extravaganza on the Boardwalk and the merriment will continue every Saturday and Sunday throughout the holiday season.
Starting this Week in Ocean City
Annual Fast & Furriest 5K Turkey Trot (Nov. 23): Down the Boardwalk. Sponsored by the Humane Society of Ocean City. For more information, call 609-398-9500, ext. 4, or visit www.OCNJ.us. Both start at 8:30 a.m.
Photos with Santa in Lifeguard Boat (Nov. 25-Dec. 23): Noon to 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays at the Ocean City Music Pier.
Visits with Santa in the Downtown (Nov. 25-Dec. 23): 9 to 11 a.m. Saturdays and Sundays at Mark Soifer Park, Ninth Street and Asbury Avenue.
Whitney Ullman, Stockton University graduate, and founder of gotowhitney.com is known as a “go to” resource, content creator, reporter, and influencer with established credibility in Atlantic City, The Jersey Shore, Philadelphia and the surrounding areas. With over 6 million views on her social platforms, she created TheCityPulse.com as a go-to lifeline for all things happening in the city!
