Film

From Hollywood To Broadway

by Jonathan Mandell
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Comedy

Hollywood Happenings: Oscar hosts Baldwin and Martin, Kathy Griffins New Show

by Leah Gillis
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The Oscars are around the corner so buzz about the new host was building – especially when the brit Gervais was announced as the Golden Globes Host this year (the Foreign Press is really going with the foreign thing, huh. Wonder if it will be a trend??) Alec Baldwin and Steve Martin are on tap [...]

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Dance

‘This Is It’ Michael Jackson Review Round Up

by Leah Gillis
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Elizabeth Taylor wrote on Twitter that it’s, ‘the single most brilliant piece of filmmaking I have ever seen.’  In case her thoughts weren’t clear she added that she, ‘truly thinks it should be nominated in every category conceivable.’
Most people agree that this movie is well made, has heart and gives a view into a world [...]

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Atlanta

Celebrate “Day of the Dead” All Month Long at Rosa Mexicano

by Hunter Gorinson
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Tre swanky “metropolitan Mexican” (you heard it here first) eatery Rosa Mexicano will be shaking off post-Halloween withdrawal pains nationwide with an extended, month-long celebration of Central America’s macabre Day of the Dead festival through November 22nd.

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National

Cate Blanchett’s Kennedy Center Sell-Out

by Hunter Gorinson
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Academy Award winner Cate Blanchett’s turn as Blanche DuBois in Tennessee Williams’ “A Streetcar Named Desire” has not only been drawing rave reviews, but also achieved an all too rare Kennedy Center milestone: a complete and total sell-out of all 24 performances.

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National

Seven Nights with America’s Favorite…Neocons? All Aboard the Commentary Cruise

by Hunter Gorinson
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How will Washington’s rich and right-wing be closing out the summer of 2010? Why with a seven day cruise through the waters that they one day hope to drill, of course. For the low, low price of six thousand bucks, you too can to join the minds behind the “general, yet Jewish” journal of hard right, neoconservative punditry, Commentary, for a journey into a cold, rogue body: the Bering Sea. (But feel free to insert your own cheap Palin crack here.)

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Los Angeles

U2 at the Rose Bowl. YouTube anyone?

by Leah Gillis
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I had heard about this show for months.
If you didn’t live in advanced society you probably didn’t know that U2 had a concert last night with an expected 100,000 people at the Rose Bowl in LA.  It was known to me because I have lot of L.A. friends that saw the show and music obsessed [...]

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Dance

Upcoming Philadelphia Concert Watch for November 2009. Featuring Nationally Touring Acts!

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Trying to find the best shows going on next month, but are too overwhelmed by how many choices are out there? Here’s a Look at some November shows that might just be a little too good to pass up! and note, while this list primarily features Philadelphia, it showcases bands who are currently touring the [...]

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National

Complete guide to Halloween 2009

by Gabe Showalter

Here is a complete list of the places and events that CultureMob’s City Editors have picked as the best for Halloween.
Boston
• Celebrate Halloween with the Pumpkin Ale Fest
Chicago
• Best haunted houses in Chicago
• Ghost hunting with Chicago Ghost Investigations
• Sleepy Hollow Hike at Morton Arboretum
• Spirit ships and haunted harbors at Navy Pier
• Halloween weekend [...]

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Art

Celebrate The 9th Annual Afternoon in The Country at Serenbe

by Carrie Neal Walden

On Sunday, November 8th, the Atlanta Les Dames d’Escoffier International will fete the success of women in the culinary, beverage and hospital industries with their 9th Annual Afternoon in The Country Event, held at the lovely Serenbe. Proceeds from the day’s event will benefit the non-profit organization’s scholarship fund to support womens’ ventures in these [...]

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Film

Chat with Julia Stiles and Bill Pullman Live October 27

by Jonathan Mandell
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What did Julia Stiles think of Heath Ledger, her co-star in “10 Things I Hate About You”? How about Matt Damon, her co-star in the Bourne films? Is it tougher to do a play like “Oleanna”? Has she ever gotten into an argument with a feminist over having taken the role? What was it like [...]

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Art

Terra Nova – DJ Spooky brings the music of Antarctica to Brooklyn, December 2, 4, 5

by Jonathan Mandell
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Antarctica minus DJ plus ICE equals BAM.
Let me explain this formula. It will take a few steps:
DJ Spooky took a trip to Antarctica.
(DJ Spooky, who is a hip hop musician, artist and producer as well as a college professor, is also known as “The Subliminal Kid.” His other name is Paul D. [...]

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Music

Broadway turns to Twitter — “Next To Normal”’s new song

by Jonathan Mandell
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The Broadway musical about mental illness “Next To Normal” was a pioneer in using Twitter, amassing an astonishing 850,000 followers. Now comes the culmination of their experiment — Twitterers as Broadway composers. Written in collaboration with the show’s Twitter followers comes a new song “Something I Can’t See.”
“Something I Can’t See” will be given its [...]

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Atlanta

Let’s Make History! “Eating History,” that is . . .

by Carrie Neal Walden

The Culinary Historians of Atlanta are putting on an “Eating History” event! On Monday, November 16th, come hear food historian Andrew F. Smith talk about the evolution and major moments in American Cuisine. If you’re even a little bit of a “foodie,” you’ll be intrigued! His new book,

Eating History: Turning Points in American Cuisine
is [...]

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Atlanta

Goldenrama – It’s Today!!

by Carrie Neal Walden

Love Goldens? Just love dogs, period?? Or maybe just need some “happy” on a Sunday??? Then come out for today’s Goldenrama event, by the awesome organization Adopt a Golden Atlanta. From 12-4pm on October 25th (rain date Nov 8th), bring your pup and family or friends – it’s ok to come without a dog, too!! [...]

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