Part of a series of personal observations from the Rhode Island International Film Festival. It seems an undeniable paradox to be famous for being obscure, but The Residents have managed it. Widely regarded as the world’s most influential band (or avant-garde performance artists pretending to be a band) that no one is sure exists, they […]
Once a year, Seaside Park in Bridgeport, Connecticut, becomes home to Gathering of the Vibes, perhaps the greatest celebration of music, culture and art I’ve ever experienced. On their 20th anniversary, Ken Hayes and the team over at GotV didn’t skimp out on the excess, assembling one of the most memorable lineups in recent history. I […]
Collaboration beers are all the rage, so when Jack’s Abby and Otter Creek joined forces to create a Nouveau Pilsner, I had to give it a taste to see what makes it “Nouveau,” or “new” to those who never studied romance languages. Jack’s Abby has been quickly earning a place in the local beer scene, […]
I was recently invited to The Olive Tap in posh Wayland Square by our publisher, Mike Ryan, to snort the olive oil blends and do a bit of tasting of some absolutely delish-a-mondo foods (seconds please). The chef, Bre Goldsmith (foodplusfashion.com), explained, “Today, everything is fusion!” As far as I’m concerned, she is spot on […]
The Best of The 48 Hour Film Project will play on August 22 at the AS220 main stage. Although the films selected have not been announced yet, there will be plenty to choose from as over 50 teams competed. The competition challenges teams of filmmakers to make a movie in less than two days. That means you […]
Jane Eyre, by Chrlotte Bronte, is a beloved classic. It’s on reading lists for English classes, it’s been adapted for stage and screen and it’s on bookshelves in even the tiniest of bookstores. It is one of those pieces that you feel a familiarity with, and can’t possibly imagine someone coming up with a new […]
Festival 51, the brainchild of actress and director Leann Heath and her co-producer actor/director (and Motif critic) Terry Shea, is putting the spotlight on the work of women playwrights. Last spring, Festival51 put out the call for new and emerging New England women writers to submit their work for consideration in the first annual festival. […]
Aries: Domestic affairs and finances need tending to. These issues should be resolved by the 11th, just in time for the New Moon, which ushers in a period of fun, romance and general amusement for you. Be sure to stay within the budget. You get noticed by someone high up. It’s to your advantage to […]
There’s something peculiar about the West End — a distinct vitality that sets it apart from the other Providence neighborhoods. As soon as you step foot onto Broadway, the energy hits you hard and you’re suddenly a part of something exciting. I recently took a stab at exploring the shopping options in the area. One […]