The Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera is putting on a new production of the interactive murder mystery comedy "Shear Madness". The director, Bob Lohrman, has directed 16 previous productions of this show over 19 years. He is tailoring this production for a Pittsburgh audience by making small changes like adding local references. A key part of the show is that the audience gets to participate by questioning suspects and trying to solve the murder with scissors at a fictional hair salon in Pittsburgh. The outcome is different each night depending on the votes and decisions of the audience. The actors must be prepared to adapt to the audience's choices.
Concert, Elton John, Elvis Presley, Fenway Park, first time, Five Seconds Of Summer, Jimi Hendrix, Madison Square Garden, Paul McCartney, Rick Springfield, Roberta Flack, Roy Orbison, The Monkees, Tommy James
Lady Gaga creates distinct stage personas to separate her personal and public lives. As Lady Gaga, she controls her image through outrageous fashion and personas. This allows her to draw attention away from her private life. The music video for "Telephone" references many films through its styling, scenes, and dialogue. It alludes to works by Tarantino, Madonna, Michael Jackson, and others to create a pastiche that challenges gender stereotypes.
Lady Gaga, born Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta, is an American singer and songwriter known for her unique and constantly evolving style. She wrote songs for other artists until being discovered by Akon and achieving international success with her 2008 debut album The Fame and hit single "Poker Face." Gaga is known for pushing creative boundaries with her music videos, lyrics, and flamboyant outfits. She has no single defined genre but blends pop, dance, rock, and electronic styles with anthemic choruses. Her album covers and public image are consistently original to keep audiences intrigued by her transformations.
Ray Robertson – Lives Of The Poets (With Guitars): 13 Outsiders Who Changed M...Michael Cobb
This book review summarizes Ray Robertson's book "Lives Of The Poets (With Guitars): 13 Outsiders Who Changed Modern Music". The book profiles 13 musicians who significantly influenced modern music but are relatively unknown. Each chapter tells the story of an artist, such as Gene Clark of The Byrds. Clark struggled with anxiety, depression and substance abuse issues. Overall, the review praises Robertson's book for bringing deeper understanding and appreciation to influential musicians who are not usually recognized for their substantial contributions to music.
How Musicals Have Changed In Different Periods Of TimeParnyan
The document discusses how musicals have changed across different time periods from Ancient Greek theatre to modern rock musicals. In Ancient Greece between 550-220 BC, musical plays were performed in open-air theatres for religious festivals and focused on myths and the gods. By the 18th century, Ballad Operas emerged in England and used songs within sentimental plays, targeting both upper and middle classes. Musical halls became popular in the 1830s as variety entertainment for all classes. Vaudeville shows in the late 19th to early 20th century featured many unrelated acts to entertain audiences of all statuses. Rock musicals originated in the 1960s and used rock music to differentiate from traditional musical plays.
This document provides information about the CD collection "Elvis In Hollywood" from a German Club Edition release in 1989. It includes details such as the catalog number, release date, track listing, and value. The liner notes provide historical context about Elvis Presley's movie career between 1956-1972, noting he starred in 33 films that were specially made for and centered around him. During periods when he wasn't performing publicly, these movies were how fans could experience Elvis. The compilation album is dedicated to fans who fondly remember the movies.
The 1920s saw social and cultural changes in the United States. Fitzgerald described the new generation as fearing poverty and worshipping success in the aftermath of World War I. A 1922 article criticized changing moral standards, like immodesty in women's fashion. A Russian newspaper criticized overcrowding and lack of order in New York City. Famous writers of the time like Fitzgerald, Hemingway, Eliot, and Sandberg wrote about post-war society and disillusionment. Sports also grew in popularity during this era as Babe Ruth hit 60 home runs in 1927 and Lou Gehrig started his consecutive games streak. The technologies of film, radio, jazz music emerged as new forms of popular entertainment in this transformative
Hip-hop originated in the South Bronx in the 1970s, influenced by Jamaican music traditions. The genre then spread across New York City, especially in immigrant communities in Queens and Brooklyn. Early artists like Nas, Grandmaster Flash, and Notorious B.I.G. rapped about struggling to survive in the crime-ridden neighborhoods they grew up in as children of immigrants. Their lyrics brought awareness to social issues while also inspiring others from similar backgrounds.
Concert, Elton John, Elvis Presley, Fenway Park, first time, Five Seconds Of Summer, Jimi Hendrix, Madison Square Garden, Paul McCartney, Rick Springfield, Roberta Flack, Roy Orbison, The Monkees, Tommy James
Lady Gaga creates distinct stage personas to separate her personal and public lives. As Lady Gaga, she controls her image through outrageous fashion and personas. This allows her to draw attention away from her private life. The music video for "Telephone" references many films through its styling, scenes, and dialogue. It alludes to works by Tarantino, Madonna, Michael Jackson, and others to create a pastiche that challenges gender stereotypes.
Lady Gaga, born Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta, is an American singer and songwriter known for her unique and constantly evolving style. She wrote songs for other artists until being discovered by Akon and achieving international success with her 2008 debut album The Fame and hit single "Poker Face." Gaga is known for pushing creative boundaries with her music videos, lyrics, and flamboyant outfits. She has no single defined genre but blends pop, dance, rock, and electronic styles with anthemic choruses. Her album covers and public image are consistently original to keep audiences intrigued by her transformations.
Ray Robertson – Lives Of The Poets (With Guitars): 13 Outsiders Who Changed M...Michael Cobb
This book review summarizes Ray Robertson's book "Lives Of The Poets (With Guitars): 13 Outsiders Who Changed Modern Music". The book profiles 13 musicians who significantly influenced modern music but are relatively unknown. Each chapter tells the story of an artist, such as Gene Clark of The Byrds. Clark struggled with anxiety, depression and substance abuse issues. Overall, the review praises Robertson's book for bringing deeper understanding and appreciation to influential musicians who are not usually recognized for their substantial contributions to music.
How Musicals Have Changed In Different Periods Of TimeParnyan
The document discusses how musicals have changed across different time periods from Ancient Greek theatre to modern rock musicals. In Ancient Greece between 550-220 BC, musical plays were performed in open-air theatres for religious festivals and focused on myths and the gods. By the 18th century, Ballad Operas emerged in England and used songs within sentimental plays, targeting both upper and middle classes. Musical halls became popular in the 1830s as variety entertainment for all classes. Vaudeville shows in the late 19th to early 20th century featured many unrelated acts to entertain audiences of all statuses. Rock musicals originated in the 1960s and used rock music to differentiate from traditional musical plays.
This document provides information about the CD collection "Elvis In Hollywood" from a German Club Edition release in 1989. It includes details such as the catalog number, release date, track listing, and value. The liner notes provide historical context about Elvis Presley's movie career between 1956-1972, noting he starred in 33 films that were specially made for and centered around him. During periods when he wasn't performing publicly, these movies were how fans could experience Elvis. The compilation album is dedicated to fans who fondly remember the movies.
The 1920s saw social and cultural changes in the United States. Fitzgerald described the new generation as fearing poverty and worshipping success in the aftermath of World War I. A 1922 article criticized changing moral standards, like immodesty in women's fashion. A Russian newspaper criticized overcrowding and lack of order in New York City. Famous writers of the time like Fitzgerald, Hemingway, Eliot, and Sandberg wrote about post-war society and disillusionment. Sports also grew in popularity during this era as Babe Ruth hit 60 home runs in 1927 and Lou Gehrig started his consecutive games streak. The technologies of film, radio, jazz music emerged as new forms of popular entertainment in this transformative
Hip-hop originated in the South Bronx in the 1970s, influenced by Jamaican music traditions. The genre then spread across New York City, especially in immigrant communities in Queens and Brooklyn. Early artists like Nas, Grandmaster Flash, and Notorious B.I.G. rapped about struggling to survive in the crime-ridden neighborhoods they grew up in as children of immigrants. Their lyrics brought awareness to social issues while also inspiring others from similar backgrounds.
The document provides a detailed history of musical theatre from its origins to modern day. It notes that Show Boat in 1927 was a pivotal musical, being the first to integrate music with plot and address social issues. Other important developments included Oklahoma! introducing dance to advance plot, and West Side Story bringing a modern perspective to Romeo and Juliet with music by Leonard Bernstein. Contemporary musicals combine elements of past innovations with new styles like pop music.
1. F. Scott Fitzgerald had early success with his first novel This Side of Paradise in 1920. He married Zelda Sayre that same year.
2. In the 1920s, Fitzgerald wrote several novels including The Beautiful and the Damned and The Great Gatsby. He also spent time in France and Hollywood trying to write screenplays.
3. By the late 1920s, the Fitzgerald family was struggling financially and with health issues as Zelda was institutionalized for mental illness.
The author had the opportunity to meet the Bee Gees brothers - Barry, Robin, and Maurice Gibb - during a private stamp unveiling ceremony in New York City in 1999. Barry took charge and helped direct the photo shoot while Robin cracked jokes. Maurice engaged in friendly conversation with the author about other musicians on stamps. The brothers enjoyed posing with the stamps and signing autographs. They gifted the attendees tickets to that evening's Broadway premiere of Saturday Night Fever. The author fondly remembers their kindness and talents, especially in light of Maurice and Robin's later deaths.
The document discusses the origins and development of musical theater, beginning with Gilbert and Sullivan's comic operas in the late 1800s in Britain and the influence of operettas and light opera. It then covers the evolution of musical theater in America, including influences from ballad operas, burlesque, minstrel shows, and the works of early composers like George M. Cohan. The genre became firmly established in the 1920s with works like Show Boat and Oklahoma!, and continued to advance with the works of Rodgers and Hammerstein and other composers.
This document provides an overview of American musical theatre. It discusses the key elements of musicals including music, acting, dance, costumes, behind-the-scenes crew, the orchestra, and actor preparation. It traces the origins and evolution of musical theatre from early shows focusing on popular songs to more complex stories and plots based on literary works. It highlights the influential work of Rodgers and Hammerstein and groundbreaking musicals like Oklahoma!. The document also covers the "Golden Age" of musical theatre in the 1940s when musicals often featured themes of Americana and the American Dream. In conclusion, it notes that musical theatre is still popular on Broadway today.
- Perez Hilton's inaugural music tour featuring up-and-coming acts ended on a high note with over 1,000 people attending the final show in Los Angeles to see performances by Natalie Portman's Shaved Head, Julian Perretta, Semi Precious Weapons, Ladyhawke, and a secret headliner, The Gossip.
- Kanye West and Lady Gaga have cancelled their co-headlining "Fame Kills" tour.
- Aerosmith have cancelled their tour due to lead singer Steven Tyler suffering a shoulder injury after falling on stage.
"The group’s work has been produced at theatres all over the country: at the Public Theater and the Vineyard Theatre (New York City), at Center Theatre Group, A.R.T. (Cambridge, MA), La Jolla Playhouse (La Jolla, CA), HBO’s US Comedy Festival (Aspen, CO), Studio Theatre (Washington, DC), and the Actors Theatre of Louisville (Louisville, KY) to name a few. Since making their first show with only “six dollars and a pack of gum,” the company has expanded ambitiously. Currently, they have their hands full with a diverse range of projects varying in topics and styles.
https://www.stevecosson.com/productions
This document provides an overview of the history and genres of the American musical theater. It discusses musical theater as the indigenous art form of America. The document outlines the various genres that contributed to the development of the modern musical like opera, operetta, vaudeville and more. It profiles influential composers like Stephen Sondheim and presents some of the milestone musicals from the past century. In the end, it acknowledges ongoing debates around the current state and future of the American musical.
Greek theatre in 534 BC was where musical theatre began, using choir songs to tell stories, though only rich men could attend. Ballard opera emerged in 1728 in England as the first form of opera, using soloists instead of choirs. Music halls from 1830 were places for all classes to enjoy music and socialize. Burlesque musicals from 1860 were comedy entertainments that grew longer. Vaudeville from 1870 was light entertainment combining various acts. Golden age musicals from 1940 integrated famous actors and songs into well-known stories, some adapted to film. Modern musicals after 2000 include those for children and major motion pictures.
The summary is:
1) Gary Lehman stepped in to sing the lead role of Tristan in the Metropolitan Opera's production of "Tristan und Isolde" after the original lead singer fell ill. Despite some mishaps, Lehman performed well and received praise for his singing and stamina.
2) Operatic productions, especially of Wagner's works, are prone to illnesses and injuries that force last-minute cast changes. Several examples are provided of mishaps and medical emergencies during performances at the Met.
3) Performing in operas, particularly lead roles, is physically and vocally demanding in a way that has been compared to marathon running. Sur
Robert Frost was an American poet born in 1874 in San Francisco who lived until 1963. He moved to New England at age 10 and spent time in college after graduating high school. Frost was known for writing ordinary poems about rural life and farmers using simple language compared to the complex styles popular during his time.
1. The document announces a film screening and discussion on the topic of consciousness featuring a sculptor, neuroscientists, and an entrepreneur.
2. The filmmaker will be present to discuss the film, which explores how different fields approach and are affected by the concept of consciousness.
3. In addition to the film on consciousness, the document provides information on other upcoming events at the Rubin Museum of Art including music performances, art workshops, and additional film screenings.
Roger Waters is preparing to launch a tour performing Pink Floyd's rock opera "The Wall" for the first time since 1980. He has updated the show with new political messages and advanced technology, but the central concept of building a giant wall between the performer and audience remains. Waters drew inspiration from his own childhood struggles and difficult period with Pink Floyd in the late 1970s to create the original album. He hopes this tour will be his final major live show before retiring from large-scale performances.
Roger Waters is preparing to launch a tour performing Pink Floyd's iconic album "The Wall" for the first time since the original performances in 1980-1981. Waters has updated the show with new political messages and state-of-the-art video technology. Though he was in a dark place during the original performances, creating the album and staging the elaborate live shows helped Waters process his past struggles. He hopes this tour will be his final large-scale production of the work he considers his defining career achievement.
The document provides information about the musical "Big Shot" including its story, songs, reviews, company history, and plans for the future. It details how the musical was created by 22-year-old Lauryn Gaffney and performed in several venues in Dublin. It went on to perform as part of the San Diego Fringe Festival in California where it won the "Spirit of the Fringe" award. The document outlines the musical's successful history and the creator's plans to continue developing and touring the production.
Harry Chapin was a renowned singer-songwriter known for hits like "Cats in the Cradle" and for his philanthropic work through his organization WHYHunger. The passage describes the author learning of Chapin's death in a car accident on July 16, 1981 at age 38. Chapin had established WHYHunger in 1975 with radio personality Bill Ayers to combat world hunger. WHYHunger continues to host annual radio-thons in New York each November to raise funds for poverty and hunger relief worldwide, ensuring Chapin's legacy lives on through the important work of the organization he founded.
Ch. 8 a new century - Herbert, Cohan, BerlinSherri Weiler
Victor Herbert and George M. Cohan were leading composers of musical theatre in New York City around the turn of the 20th century. Herbert's operettas like Naughty Marietta combined elements of operetta and musical comedy. Cohan brought dancing men to the American stage and wrote patriotic songs like "Yankee Doodle Dandy." Irving Berlin, born in Russia, was another major songwriter of the era who had international hits with songs like "Alexander's Ragtime Band" despite being unable to read music. These composers helped establish the modern Broadway musical.
The Beatles formed in 1957 in Liverpool and became one of the most successful bands in history. They went from playing small clubs to selling out stadiums and breaking records. In the 1960s they recorded many iconic albums like Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band and Abbey Road that came to define their era. Personal and creative differences led to their breakup in 1969, but their influence endured and they remain one of the most influential bands of all time.
The document provides a detailed history of musical theatre from its origins to modern day. It notes that Show Boat in 1927 was a pivotal musical, being the first to integrate music with plot and address social issues. Other important developments included Oklahoma! introducing dance to advance plot, and West Side Story bringing a modern perspective to Romeo and Juliet with music by Leonard Bernstein. Contemporary musicals combine elements of past innovations with new styles like pop music.
1. F. Scott Fitzgerald had early success with his first novel This Side of Paradise in 1920. He married Zelda Sayre that same year.
2. In the 1920s, Fitzgerald wrote several novels including The Beautiful and the Damned and The Great Gatsby. He also spent time in France and Hollywood trying to write screenplays.
3. By the late 1920s, the Fitzgerald family was struggling financially and with health issues as Zelda was institutionalized for mental illness.
The author had the opportunity to meet the Bee Gees brothers - Barry, Robin, and Maurice Gibb - during a private stamp unveiling ceremony in New York City in 1999. Barry took charge and helped direct the photo shoot while Robin cracked jokes. Maurice engaged in friendly conversation with the author about other musicians on stamps. The brothers enjoyed posing with the stamps and signing autographs. They gifted the attendees tickets to that evening's Broadway premiere of Saturday Night Fever. The author fondly remembers their kindness and talents, especially in light of Maurice and Robin's later deaths.
The document discusses the origins and development of musical theater, beginning with Gilbert and Sullivan's comic operas in the late 1800s in Britain and the influence of operettas and light opera. It then covers the evolution of musical theater in America, including influences from ballad operas, burlesque, minstrel shows, and the works of early composers like George M. Cohan. The genre became firmly established in the 1920s with works like Show Boat and Oklahoma!, and continued to advance with the works of Rodgers and Hammerstein and other composers.
This document provides an overview of American musical theatre. It discusses the key elements of musicals including music, acting, dance, costumes, behind-the-scenes crew, the orchestra, and actor preparation. It traces the origins and evolution of musical theatre from early shows focusing on popular songs to more complex stories and plots based on literary works. It highlights the influential work of Rodgers and Hammerstein and groundbreaking musicals like Oklahoma!. The document also covers the "Golden Age" of musical theatre in the 1940s when musicals often featured themes of Americana and the American Dream. In conclusion, it notes that musical theatre is still popular on Broadway today.
- Perez Hilton's inaugural music tour featuring up-and-coming acts ended on a high note with over 1,000 people attending the final show in Los Angeles to see performances by Natalie Portman's Shaved Head, Julian Perretta, Semi Precious Weapons, Ladyhawke, and a secret headliner, The Gossip.
- Kanye West and Lady Gaga have cancelled their co-headlining "Fame Kills" tour.
- Aerosmith have cancelled their tour due to lead singer Steven Tyler suffering a shoulder injury after falling on stage.
"The group’s work has been produced at theatres all over the country: at the Public Theater and the Vineyard Theatre (New York City), at Center Theatre Group, A.R.T. (Cambridge, MA), La Jolla Playhouse (La Jolla, CA), HBO’s US Comedy Festival (Aspen, CO), Studio Theatre (Washington, DC), and the Actors Theatre of Louisville (Louisville, KY) to name a few. Since making their first show with only “six dollars and a pack of gum,” the company has expanded ambitiously. Currently, they have their hands full with a diverse range of projects varying in topics and styles.
https://www.stevecosson.com/productions
This document provides an overview of the history and genres of the American musical theater. It discusses musical theater as the indigenous art form of America. The document outlines the various genres that contributed to the development of the modern musical like opera, operetta, vaudeville and more. It profiles influential composers like Stephen Sondheim and presents some of the milestone musicals from the past century. In the end, it acknowledges ongoing debates around the current state and future of the American musical.
Greek theatre in 534 BC was where musical theatre began, using choir songs to tell stories, though only rich men could attend. Ballard opera emerged in 1728 in England as the first form of opera, using soloists instead of choirs. Music halls from 1830 were places for all classes to enjoy music and socialize. Burlesque musicals from 1860 were comedy entertainments that grew longer. Vaudeville from 1870 was light entertainment combining various acts. Golden age musicals from 1940 integrated famous actors and songs into well-known stories, some adapted to film. Modern musicals after 2000 include those for children and major motion pictures.
The summary is:
1) Gary Lehman stepped in to sing the lead role of Tristan in the Metropolitan Opera's production of "Tristan und Isolde" after the original lead singer fell ill. Despite some mishaps, Lehman performed well and received praise for his singing and stamina.
2) Operatic productions, especially of Wagner's works, are prone to illnesses and injuries that force last-minute cast changes. Several examples are provided of mishaps and medical emergencies during performances at the Met.
3) Performing in operas, particularly lead roles, is physically and vocally demanding in a way that has been compared to marathon running. Sur
Robert Frost was an American poet born in 1874 in San Francisco who lived until 1963. He moved to New England at age 10 and spent time in college after graduating high school. Frost was known for writing ordinary poems about rural life and farmers using simple language compared to the complex styles popular during his time.
1. The document announces a film screening and discussion on the topic of consciousness featuring a sculptor, neuroscientists, and an entrepreneur.
2. The filmmaker will be present to discuss the film, which explores how different fields approach and are affected by the concept of consciousness.
3. In addition to the film on consciousness, the document provides information on other upcoming events at the Rubin Museum of Art including music performances, art workshops, and additional film screenings.
Roger Waters is preparing to launch a tour performing Pink Floyd's rock opera "The Wall" for the first time since 1980. He has updated the show with new political messages and advanced technology, but the central concept of building a giant wall between the performer and audience remains. Waters drew inspiration from his own childhood struggles and difficult period with Pink Floyd in the late 1970s to create the original album. He hopes this tour will be his final major live show before retiring from large-scale performances.
Roger Waters is preparing to launch a tour performing Pink Floyd's iconic album "The Wall" for the first time since the original performances in 1980-1981. Waters has updated the show with new political messages and state-of-the-art video technology. Though he was in a dark place during the original performances, creating the album and staging the elaborate live shows helped Waters process his past struggles. He hopes this tour will be his final large-scale production of the work he considers his defining career achievement.
The document provides information about the musical "Big Shot" including its story, songs, reviews, company history, and plans for the future. It details how the musical was created by 22-year-old Lauryn Gaffney and performed in several venues in Dublin. It went on to perform as part of the San Diego Fringe Festival in California where it won the "Spirit of the Fringe" award. The document outlines the musical's successful history and the creator's plans to continue developing and touring the production.
Harry Chapin was a renowned singer-songwriter known for hits like "Cats in the Cradle" and for his philanthropic work through his organization WHYHunger. The passage describes the author learning of Chapin's death in a car accident on July 16, 1981 at age 38. Chapin had established WHYHunger in 1975 with radio personality Bill Ayers to combat world hunger. WHYHunger continues to host annual radio-thons in New York each November to raise funds for poverty and hunger relief worldwide, ensuring Chapin's legacy lives on through the important work of the organization he founded.
Ch. 8 a new century - Herbert, Cohan, BerlinSherri Weiler
Victor Herbert and George M. Cohan were leading composers of musical theatre in New York City around the turn of the 20th century. Herbert's operettas like Naughty Marietta combined elements of operetta and musical comedy. Cohan brought dancing men to the American stage and wrote patriotic songs like "Yankee Doodle Dandy." Irving Berlin, born in Russia, was another major songwriter of the era who had international hits with songs like "Alexander's Ragtime Band" despite being unable to read music. These composers helped establish the modern Broadway musical.
The Beatles formed in 1957 in Liverpool and became one of the most successful bands in history. They went from playing small clubs to selling out stadiums and breaking records. In the 1960s they recorded many iconic albums like Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band and Abbey Road that came to define their era. Personal and creative differences led to their breakup in 1969, but their influence endured and they remain one of the most influential bands of all time.
The DC Ticket Partnership is generously sponsored by the Paul M. Angell Family Foundation and receives additional support from Rockwell Collins. The document provides information about the musical Five Guys Named Moe, including a synopsis of the plot, biographies of the playwright Clarke Peters and director Robert O'Hara, historical context on rhythm and blues and rock 'n' roll musician Louis Jordan who inspired the musical, and details about the production of Five Guys Named Moe at Arena Stage.
The Australian Johnny Cash Show press releaseBarry Ferrier
The hit movie "I Walk the Line" brought Johnny Cash's epic story & tough music to new generations of music lovers. His hits include Folsom Prison Blues, Ring of Fire, I Walk the Line. The bio-pic told the enduring love story between Cash & June Carter, a comedian. singer & song writer in her own right. They became a towering force in American Music.
Writer/vocalist Barry Ferrier's talented team create a music theatre show based on the Cash Story. It’s great entertainment and a whole lot of fun!
The document summarizes a New York Times article from 1998 about Robert Johnson, an influential blues musician from the early 20th century. It discusses how Johnson has become an iconic figure in American music despite only releasing 29 songs before his death at age 27. While Johnson built upon musical traditions, the article argues he transcended them with his unique style and genius. It seeks to dispel common myths about Johnson, such as that he sold his soul to the devil, and analyze what makes his music truly great and timeless.
The document summarizes the rise of openly gay and lesbian comedians in the late 20th century. It describes how a few trailblazers emerged in the 1970s, like Robin Tyler, but that many more comics started coming out in the 1980s and 1990s, performing regularly at venues like the Valencia Rose in San Francisco. It also discusses how the 1993 Comedy Central special Out There, hosted by Lea DeLaria, was an important step for representing LGBTQ voices on national television.
This document provides information about hosting a spa party at home. It includes suggestions for inviting guests and asking them to bring robes, nail polish, etc. It then outlines three relaxing treatments - a facial, manicure, and pedicure. For each treatment, it provides instructions for what the "buddies" doing the treatments should do, such as cleansing the face and applying warm compresses to the eyes. Snacks are also recommended. The goal is to help guests relax through simple spa treatments without the need for professional training or equipment.
This document summarizes precautions that bird owners should take to prevent the spread of avian influenza and other highly contagious viruses. It provides guidelines from the USDA on biosecurity measures like restricting access to birds, cleaning equipment, and isolating new or sick birds. The guidelines encourage practices like wearing clean clothes, washing hands, cleaning cages daily, and properly disposing of dead birds. Following these precautions can help minimize domestic poultry acting as a virus reservoir and make farms less vulnerable to bioterrorism. More information is available at the listed USDA website.
1) Mindy Winburn is an 18-year-old artist from Culpeper, Virginia who is studying at Virginia Commonwealth University. Her artwork spans multiple mediums and genres and defies categorization.
2) Winburn creates portraits, landscapes, and sculptures out of various materials like pen, pastel, steel, and solder. Her inspirations come from her travels and favorite musicians.
3) While still experimenting with different styles and mediums, Winburn hopes to pursue a career where she can visually communicate, such as illustration, advertising, or graphic design. She has won awards for her art and is hosting a reception for her work.
The document discusses three main topics:
1) The US military allowed more recruits with felony convictions to enlist in 2007 compared to 2006, including some with manslaughter and sex crime convictions, in order to meet combat needs. The numbers of Army recruits with felonies increased from 249 to 511 and Marines from 208 to 350.
2) Iraq's prime minister appealed to Arab neighbors for support such as forgiving debts and opening embassies as the government cracks down on Shiite militias threatening more violence.
3) Former President Carter said Hamas leaders told him they are willing to accept Israel as a "neighbor next door" but they did not back this up by halting violence against Israel, with seven rockets
The document provides details of Pope Benedict XVI's schedule for his visit to the United States, including meetings with the president, bishops, and educators. It also summarizes his statements on the flight acknowledging the clergy sex abuse scandal and pledging to prevent future abuse. Additionally, it reports on recent bombings in Iraq that killed at least 60 people in several cities. Authorities in Texas also defended their decision to separate mothers from many of the 416 children seized in a raid on a polygamist ranch.
Three US soldiers were killed in Baghdad when their vehicle was hit by an explosive. Their names and locations were listed. In other news, the mayor of Detroit, Kwame Kilpatrick, and his former chief of staff Christine Beatty were charged with eight and seven felonies respectively related to perjury and misconduct. Kilpatrick said he expects to be exonerated and will not resign. Additionally, the FBI recovered the remains of two American contractors kidnapped in Iraq over a year ago.
ESB Bank prioritizes involvement in the local community, donating over $130,000 and over 4,000 employee volunteer hours in 2012 alone to various national and local organizations across the four counties it serves. Since 2003 through its ESB CARES program, bank employees have volunteered over 29,000 hours of community service. The bank supports schools, arts programs, sports teams, festivals and more through financial donations, sponsorships, and volunteer involvement to improve communities.
Simplicity Business Checking is a new banking account offered by Enterprise Bank located at 4091 Mount Royal Blvd in Allison Park, PA that aims to make banking easy and hassle-free for customers by keeping finances simple to track and manage.
Enterprise Bank offers a Simplicity Business Checking account with lower fees and higher interest rates than other banks. The account pays a tiered interest rate based on the average monthly balance and allows unlimited transactions. Customers can open the account easily with the help of a Client Service Representative and manage their money in one place for convenience.
This document advertises loan and deposit packages, bookkeeping services, and simplicity banking for small businesses from Enterprise Bank located in Allison Park, PA. It provides the bank's contact information and promises quick decisions, SBA expertise, experienced lenders focused on entrepreneurs, and now simplicity banking with all interest and no effort. The legal disclaimer notes that the products and services are not deposits, not FDIC insured, not guaranteed by the bank, and may decrease in value.
1. Patti Conley
TIMES STAFF
PITTSBURGH — Bob Lohrman cut to
the quick when he talked about
the Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera’s
new cabaret show “Shear Mad-
ness.”
After all, in 19 years he’s direct-
ed 16 productions of the interac-
tive whodunit comedy so fashion-
ing the show’s premiere for a Pitts-
burgh-area audience is like trim-
ming a longtime customer’s hair. A
snip there, highlights here, and
voila, soon “Shear Madness” has
its own Pittsburgh “do.”
Each city’s show is somewhat
different, yet basically the same,
he said. Sort of like hair. It comes
in all sorts of colors, textures and
lengths, but it’s still hair.
The show is permanently set in
a beauty salon called “Shear Mad-
ness,” a hub for glamour and gos-
sip among the staff and regulars.
In Pittsburgh, the fictional Shear
Madness is at 1818 East Carson St.
on the city’s South Side.
In each locale, the landlady who
lives upstairs, is murdered, with
— you guessed it — a pair of hair
dresser’s shears. Here, the lady’s
name is Isabelle Frick Turney, a
world famous piano player turned
recluse.
And in each production it’s
always up the audience to straight-
en up the matted murder mess.
Since audiences — like hair-
styles — change, the outcome is
different from show to show,
Lohrman said in a recent phone
interview.
The audience has its say.
“They vote. They question the
subjects. They look at the evi-
dence,” Lohrman said. “They get
to follow the threads of wherever
their suspicions go.”
That poses a task for the actors.
“The actors have to know exact-
ly what they did and said and
when they said what. And they
have to know what the truth is and
what secrets they are keeping,
which changes every night,” the
director said.
The actors are prepared with
basic scenarios and their lines are
spritzed with all sorts of Pitts-
burgh references and the talk of
the town these days.
At the start of rehearsal,
That’s about right, but there’s more. Film-
maker George Lucas created a complicated
flawed fictional hero in Indiana Jones, and the
three movies that he dominates are studded
with clues to his identity.
More biographical details are embedded in
“The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles,” Lucas’
TV series now available on DVD, and in a bot-
tomless trove of Jonesiana.
The fourth movie, “Indiana Jones and the
Kingdom of the Crystal Skull,” which opens
May 22, will doubtless bring more clues, but
here’s the
Jones boy’s
dossier thus far:
Henry “Indiana”
Jones Jr. was born on the
cusp of the new century —
July 1, 1899, in Princeton,
N.J., according to his enter-
prising biographer, James
Luceno. Luceno ought to know: He
ransacked the world of Indiana Jones
novelizations, comics, game books and
other materials for his book, “Indiana
Jones: The Ultimate Guide.”
As a child, Indiana traveled around the
world with his father, Henry Jones, and
mother, Anna, on a lecture tour. As a youth,
he survived the trenches of World War I to
return to the United States to study archeolo-
gy at the University of Chicago, disappointing
his father so much that they didn’t speak for
decades.
SECTION D
SUNDAY MAY 18, 2008
CMYK
CMYK
CMYK
Wow, talk about underground
music.
The JamBaloosa festival in
Wampum has added a third stage
that’s 150 feet below the surface
within the limestone-lined walls of
a former mushroom mine.
Fans will congregate in that
cave on June 27 to 29 to witness
techno and bluegrass acts, while a
bevy of jam bands performs above
ground on two stages inside the
Mines & Meadows ATV park off
Route 18.
“People have never experi-
enced anything like this,” said Jay
Rogovin, the western New York-
based production manager for
JamBaloosa. “There have been
raves in caves, but we’re putting
on live bands.”
Confirmed for the underground
stage is EOTO, a drumming duo
composed of Jason Hahn and
Michael Travis from the nationally
known jam band String Cheese
Incident.
The cave stage also will wel-
come Johnny Rabb, who the Guin-
ness Book of World Records has
recognized as the planet’s fastest
drummer.
The above-ground stages will
feature acts like Burning River
Band, Papadosio, Jones for
Revival and Lotus Grove — from
the Ohio cities of Columbus,
Athens, Youngstown and Kent,
respectively — along with acts like
the Slow Learners from Maryland
and Digital Frontier from Ver-
mont.
THE MAN,
THE HERO
He has braved entertainment events in and
around Beaver County for 11 years but can
SCOTT TADY find the hidden treasure and
save us all before time runs out? Indiana
Jones has nothing on our hometown hero.
THEATER WHAT’S ON NOW
Who is Indy?
Tish Wells, McClatchy Newspapers
A
s the Army intelligence offi-
cer in the movie “Raiders of
the Lost Ark” describes
him: “Professor of archeology,
expert on the occult, and, uh, how
does one say it? Obtainer of rare
antiquities.”
Subterranean hometown jam
Scott Tady
TIMES ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR
PITTSBURGH — Imagine a band
of gypsies with indie-rock atti-
tude and European folk instru-
ments, fronted by a Roy Orbi-
son-ish singer crooning songs
worthy of an authentic Mexican
restaurant.
There, you’ve just imagined
DeVotchKa. Or something simi-
lar to DeVotchKa, the genre-
jumbling Denver band that
entertains Wednesday at Diesel
on Pittsburgh’s South Side.
Best known for the evocative
soundtrack work on the Oscar-
nominated “Little Miss Sun-
shine,” DeVotchKa is winding
up a world tour supporting its
critically celebrated fourth
album, “A Mad and Faithful
Telling.”
While in Europe, Jeanie
Schroder, the band’s tuba,
sousaphone and upright-bass
player, granted an e-mail inter-
view that touched on late-night
sandwiches and the big money
the band rejected from a fast-
food giant.
Q: Your songs are so roman-
tic, intense and at times haunt-
ing. Could you write a silly bub-
blegum pop song if you tried?
A: Probably. We could for fun.
Q: There’s such a wide
range of styles and instrumen-
tation in your music. At the ear-
liest point in your songwriting
process, what instrument do
you use or hear in your head?
A: A lot of stuff gets started on
keyboard or guitar and then
later on is switched to another
instrument.
Q: On May 21 you play Pitts-
burgh, a city that holds a strong
attachment to its Eastern Euro-
pean heritage, which is one of
your main musical influences.
What are your most prominent
memories of Pittsburgh?
A: One of the times we played
there was at Mr. Small’s The-
atre, and we all remember the
small brick streets and sort of
WHAT’S UP
Event: DeVotchKa in concert.
Time: 7 p.m. May 21.
Place: Diesel, South Side.
Tickets: $17.50 and $19.50.
Information: www.dieselpgh.com
Mad
mix up
DeVotchKa to offer
its variety at Diesel
WHAT’S UP
● Event: “Shear Madness”
●● Where: Pittsburgh Civic Light
Opera Cabaret, downtown Pittsburgh.
●● When: Now through Sept. 28.
● Performances: 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday through Saturdays; mati-
nees at 2 Saturdays and Sundays;
matinees at 1 on select Thursdays.
● Tickets: evenings, $39.50; mati-
nees, $34.50.
● Information: (412) 456-6666 or
www.CLOcabaret.com
Cabaret stage show is ‘Shear Madness’ for audience, actors
“There have been raves in caves,
but we’re putting on live bands.”
Jay Rogovin, the western New York-based production manager for JamBaloosa
SCOTT SUCHMAN
SHOWN is a scene from Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera’s “Shear Mad-
ness.”
DON’T BE RUDE: PUT YOUR CELL PHONE AWAY
Concerts are being ruined by technology. D8
See INDY, Page D3
See TADY, Page D2
See DEVOTCHKA, Page D8
See MADNESS, Page D8
Photo/PAULSCHODER