Inside Londonā€™s 007, The ā€˜Worldā€™s First James Bond Barā€™

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Drams of scotch, flutes of champagne, and, of course, shaken-not-stirred martinis are all waiting to quench the thirsts of 007 disciples at whatā€™s been dubbed the ā€œworldā€™s first James Bond Barā€ celebrating the 60th anniversary of Goldfinger.

Now until December 31, the prestigious Burlington Arcade on Piccadilly in Londonā€™s West End will host The 007, a two-floor pop-up bar opened in partnership with Belvedere, Blackwell Rum, Champagne Bollinger and Macallanā€”all being libations brands that have previously partnered with the James Bond franchise.

In addition to three gold Aston Martin DB5 sculptures hung from the siteā€™s historic ceilings, a vast collection of James Bond memorabilia will be on-display, including Goldfinger props like Oddjobā€™s hat, a Fort Knox gold bar, Goldfingerā€™s golf shoes and the never-before-exhibited spyhole clock from the villainā€™s private plane. Omega, Bondā€™s preferred watchmaker, has also brought over the only two gold 007 timepiecesā€”the Seamaster Diver 300M Commanderā€™s Watch (2017) and the Seamaster Diver 300M James Bond Limited Edition (2019), which commemorated the 50th anniversary of On Her Majestyā€™s Secret Service.

Patrons will also have the opportunity to purchase several collectable from a 007 boutique, including a James Bond 2024 luxury advent calendar, limited edition framed prints, and The Macallanā€™s highly collectible 60th Anniversary Decades whisky sets. An official statement also teases that FabergĆ©ā€™s Octopussy capsule collection, including the handcrafted limited edition Egg Objet, will be available to view ā€œand perhaps purchase.ā€

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Of course, you could always kick back and sip a Vesper martini. The 007 is open now through December 31.

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Author: Maxim Staff

ā€˜Carmenā€™ Heats Up Faena Miami Beach With Boldly Reimagined Cabaret Show

(ā€œCarmenā€ at Faena Theater at Faena Miami Beach)

Presented by Faena Hotel Miami Beach

The Faena Miami Beach just launched a sultry and spellbinding new version of the iconic opera Carmen at its intimate, 150-seat Faena Theater, the gilded cabaret venue inspired by Europeā€™s grand opera houses and the glitzy allure of Old Hollywood.

Carmen, The Iconic Legend Reimagined is the luxury hotel theaterā€™s latest cabaret show, following the success of Allura. In partnership with Quixotic, an award-winning performance art collective, Faenaā€™s daringly revamped tale of fervor and fiery passion, where femme fatales, bold machismo, and smoldering romance converge into a spectacular avant-garde revue, elevate the classic musical like never before.

(ā€œCarmenā€ at Faena Theater at Faena Miami Beach)

Guests will be captivated by master of ceremonies and Ibiza sensation Mimi Barber and dazzled by a world-renowned ensemble of choreographers, musicians, and digital artists on a riveting journey through a labyrinth of lust. Originally premiering in 1875 and set against the sultry backdrop of Seville, Spain, Carmen is a tale of passion, freedom, and fatal attraction. It follows the fiery and free-spirited gypsy Carmen and her explosive love affair with soldier Don JosƩ, one wrought with jealousy and betrayal.

Renowned for its vibrant music and dramatic storyline, the opera unfolds featuring iconic pieces like ā€œHabaneraā€ and the ā€œToreador Song.ā€ With its powerful heroine, unforgettable melodies, and dramatic twists, Carmen captures the essence of desire and defiance, unfolding an explosive story of love and jealousy that burns as fiercely as the Spanish sun.

(ā€œCarmenā€ at Faena Theater at Faena Miami Beach)

Faenaā€™s creative entertainment team has injected its own signature style into the iconic story of Carmen while celebrating the productionā€™s enduring legacy. The captivating rendition of Georges Bizetā€™s 19th-century opera will marry the fierce passion of flamenco with cabaret, fire artistry, cirque nouveau, and percussive live music, breathtaking visuals, and mixed styles of contemporary dance forms, all enriched with bold Spanish-inspired flavor.

The show will be a celebration of the past and present, brought to life in a spectacular, immersive performance. A thrilling blend of striking visual illusions, contemporary Latin flair, and pulse-pounding rhythms of the soul, Carmen will celebrate the esprit de vie (the spirit of life) while igniting the flames of deep desire.Ā 

With unmatched charisma and vivacity, Barber ignites the passionate essence of Carmen, accompanied by a renowned ensemble that elevates this reinterpreted classic to its fullest brilliance. Audiences can also expect to witness electrifying performances from JC Nicot as Don JosƩ and Kamal Zebib as matador Escamillo, with choreography and a guest feature from flamenco dancer Alondra Matamoros.

The showā€™s music features an eclectic modern mix of flamenco and pop with a dash of modern hip-hop. Joining the cast is brilliant flamenco guitarist Rodrigo Valdez and one of Miamiā€™s top percussionists, Otto Santana Selis. As with every production at Faena, viewers can anticipateĀ  an exciting combination of multiple music styles.

To complement the live performance of Carmen, guests can enjoy a Spanish-inspired dinner experience with Faena Theaterā€™s new offerings. The full dining menu features delicious cuisine, including a crudo selection, shareable small bites, Spanish tapas, Spanish-inspired dessert, craft cocktails intertwined with the showā€™s signature themes, and an expansive wine list.

Performances will take place on Thursdays (8:00 p.m.), Fridays (8:00 p.m.), and Saturdays (8:00 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.). Tickets are available starting at $100 per guest right here.

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Author: Maxim Staff

ā€˜Nosferatuā€™ Trailer: Lily Rose-Depp Gets Spooky In Vampire Movie Reboot

(Lily-Rose Depp stars as Ellen Hutter in director Robert Eggersā€™ NOSFERATU, a Focus Features release. Credit: Aidan Monaghan / Ā© 2024 FOCUS FEATURES LLC)

Horror movies donā€™t get much more eerily iconic than Nosferatu, the 1922 silent black and white classic thatā€™s considered among the most influential horror movies ever filmed. Now rising writer/director Robert Eggers, best known for the indie historical horror flicks The Witch and The Lighthouse, is releasing a new take on the vampire saga.

(Left to Righ: Ralph Ineson stars as Dr. Wilhelm Sievers, Willem Dafoe as Professor Albin Eberhart von Franz, Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Friedrich Harding and Emma Corrin as Anna Harding in director Robert Eggersā€™ NOSFERATU, a Focus Features release. Credit: Aidan Monaghan / Ā© 2024 FOCUS FEATURES LLC)

Described as a ā€œgothic tale of obsession between a haunted young woman and the terrifying vampire infatuated with her, causing untold horror in its wakeā€, the 2024 Nosferatu reboot stars Bill SkarsgĆ„rd, Nicholas Hoult, Lily-Rose Depp, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Emma Corrin, Ralph Ineson, Simon McBurney and Willem Dafoe.

(Lily-Rose Depp stars as Ellen Hutter in director Robert Eggersā€™ NOSFERATU, a Focus Features release. Credit: Aidan Monaghan / Ā© 2024 FOCUS FEATURES LLC)

The filmā€™s first teaser trailer was released to coincide with pre-Halloween Spooky Season, but the Focus Features flick doesnā€™t actually hit theaters until this Christmas. Watch the official teaser trailer below.

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Author: Maxim Staff