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Ian Mond reviews The Path of Thorns by AG Slatter – Locus Online
The path of thornsA. G. Slatter (Titan Books 978-1-78909-437-4, $15.95, 384pp, tp) June 2022. Over the past decade, beginning with the collection Sourdough and other stories, AG Slatter gradually built a lush and deeply imaginary secondary world inspired by European fairy tales, myths and legends. Last year she published the first novel set in this …
The Anvil: R&B singing group The Tavares head to Basingstoke
GRAMMY award-winning R&B singing group Tavares will be at The Anvil in Basingstoke later this year. Consisting of brothers Chubby, Tiny and Butch, they will perform some of their hits, including It Only Takes a Minute Girl, Heaven Must Be Missing an Angel, She’s Gone and More Than a Woman (from the Saturday Night Fever …

Summer Music Preview Vol. 2
Welcome to the Summer Music Preview (SMP) Vol. 2! Due to the high volume of live music events this year, August has been removed from the regular SMP issue and is now featured here. This mini version of the SMP includes live music events for the month of August and highlights a few artists you …

The Newburyport Chamber Music Festival returns on August 3
The Newburyport Chamber Music Festival (NCMF) returns for its 21st season on Wednesday August 3, featuring two weeks of glorious music with backstage access and a front-row experience. “What sets our festival apart from other festivals is the artists’ closeness to the audience,” said NCMF artistic director and violist David Yang. “At the standard festival, …

The Origin episode 4 release date and what to expect
Olivia and Malcolm Foxworth’s twisted marriage took an even darker turn in episode 3 of For life Flowers in the attic: the origin. The latest episode of the network’s VC Andrews adaptation featured devastating revelations and a shocking act of violence. It all set the stage for the upcoming gothic drama finale, which airs on …

Summer concerts are taking place around Berkeley this weekend
Sam Reider. 1 credit Among the many lessons and observations from this overwhelming pandemic is that musicians need as many outlets as possible to perform. Every setting is a game. Driveways and parks, street corners and backyards can all serve as meeting places, especially when the weather turns mild. New indoor venues are equally essential, …

President Barack Obama unveils his summer 2022 playlist – Deadline
Another summer, another playlist. President Barack Obama unveiled his list of 44 songs of the summer on social networks. As usual, it’s an eclectic mix of pop, r&b and hip hop tracks. The list is dominated by old-school tracks like Prince’s “Let’s Go Crazy”, Bruce Springsteen’s “Dancing In The Dark“, Miles Davis’ “Blue and Green” …

The spotlight will go out: the youth theater group will present its last show next month
Jason Easton plays Willy Wonka in a Spotlight Theater Group performance in 2018. (File photo) No doubt, tears will be shed during the final show, and it won’t be comedy. Real-life emotion will erupt next month when Spotlight turns off. Spotlight Theater Group of the East End will conclude its final season with a final …

Phoebe Bridgers review – the cathartic indie superstar helps her young fans emotionally purge | Phoebe Bridger
YesYou can feel the screams ring out before you hear them. With her clever, self-deprecating approach to sadness, Phoebe Bridgers appeals to an audience that probably knows a thing or two about suppressed emotions. As fans weave in and get closer and closer to the stage, you get the feeling this is a show where …

A historic Gothic Revival church in Norfolk has been deteriorating for years. Its new owner hopes to bring it back to life.
In the sanctuary of what was once the Norfolk Christian Temple, the pews are in pieces. The pendant lights are intact, but parts of the ceiling are missing and one corner has bird droppings on the floor. Vandals, time, and the elements have not been kind to the 1920s Gothic Revival building, but its beauty …
Newport Folk Festival includes a stage powered by bicycles
NEWPORT, RI (AP) — The Newport Folk Festival, known for creating electrifying musical moments — the most famous being Bob Dylan’s decision to plug in his guitar in 1965 — this weekend has a small outdoor stage that’s partly fueled by the festival- stationary bike enthusiasts. The Bike Stage is the brainchild of the band …

Angel Olsen, Yaya Bey and More on Their Favorite Summer Songs
Many of us still remember the labor of love that was the mixtape, those countless hours of hitting record, stop, rewind and play. But, while less time-consuming, curating a digital playlist, rather than relying on an algorithm-powered compilation, can still be a thoughtful move, one that could make all the difference at a dinner party. …

The Château de Piatt will host the event on July 31
WEST LIBERTY – Enjoy a summer day at Piatt Castle Mac-A-Cheek in Logan County for a relaxing yet stimulating time exploring nature through walks, demonstrations, workshops, performances and exhibits . A free public event, The Art and Science of Nature, will be offered on the grounds of Mac-A-Cheek Castle from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. …

Blues, country, jazz, rock will get you moving
When: 7 p.m. Where: Nutter Center, 3640 Colonel Glenn Highway, Dayton Details: In June, Hank Williams Jr. released a collection of “Rich White Honky Blues” blues songs. It was produced by Akron native Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys. The Country Music Hall of Famer performs with special guest Ashley McBryde. Cost: $35 to $275 …

Major Offsite Events That Don’t Require a Comic-Con Badge
Follow the category links below to check out our picks for pop culture, comics, music, art, food, drink, and fandom events so you can get a taste of Comic-Con. from San Diego. without a badge – plus some suggestions for pop culture offerings elsewhere in the area. COSPLAY/POP CULTURE | PANELS | BOOKS/ZINES | FOOD/DRINKS …

Article on Woodstock Fringe vocals by Nathan Sparkling
NOTNestled a few hours drive from New York is the town of Woodstock, home to America’s oldest arts and crafts colony at Byrdcliffe. Alongside around 30 buildings stands the Byrdcliffe Theatre, which inspired artistic producer Wallace Norman to launch the Woodstock Fringe in the early 2000s. The three shows that make up The Voices of …

California board clears parole for ex-Mexican mob killer
FILE – In this August 17, 2011 file photo, a corrections officer works in one of the living quarters at Pelican Bay State Prison near Crescent City, California. California authorities approved the parole of Mexican Mafia prison gang leader Rene Enriquez on Monday, July 18, 2022. (AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli, File) Rich Pedroncelli PA SACRAMENTO, Calif. …

Viaplay Dutch Original ‘Roombeek’ Sets — Global Briefs – Deadline
Viaplay defines the true story of a disaster “Roombeek” as the last Dutch original drama series Viaplay has commissioned its latest Dutch original: a four-part drama from Banjiay Benelux label EndemolShine scripted about the 2000 Enschede fireworks warehouse explosion titled Roombeek. The horrific tragedy killed 23 people and injured 950 and the series will explore …
Struggling NJCU ponders tough choices. He can look to William Paterson for answers
The long brick building with pale green windows catches the eye of prospective students visiting William Paterson University in Wayne. Set on rolling terrain near one of the highest points in Passaic County, Skyline Hall looks more like a luxury apartment building than a college dorm. Colorful seating areas include video monitors, plush sofas and …

This group wrote the best song “Legend of Zelda” of 2022
horse jumper Love is a rock band from Boston that makes the kind of music you might want to play in your hyperbaric chamber if you were stuck there for a while and really wanted to lean into the experience. One of their best tracks, 2019’s “DIRT,” is built around a piercing guitar riff and …

The challenge of finding hope in dark times
Published: 07/17/2022 14:03:12 Modified: 07/17/2022 14:00:18 I get a lot of emails that start or end with something like, “Hope you’re doing as well as expected in these difficult times. I admit to doing the same. In the past, such language was reserved for someone dealing with their own illness or that of a family …

Universal Monsters Get Glow In The Dark Figures From NECA
Horror is one of the most popular genres in cinema. While many modern fans think of Michael Myers or Ghostface when the genre is discussed, the more classic, gothic era of horror has seen a resurgence in popularity lately. Especially the Universal Monsters thanks to companies like NECA. Now, the famed toy company has announced …

The 2022 Mizzou International Composers Festival starts on July 25
Each summer, Present and Future Times of Music emanates from the University of Missouri. As part of the school’s secure and evolving relationship with new music, the Mizzou International Composers Festival brings together emerging resident composers to work on their music with revered guest composers, then bring their pieces to the world in a concert …

Stephen Sprouse exhibition at Newfields showcases iconic fashion moments
Stephen Sprouse was famous for sending neon colors and graffiti to clothes that became a groundbreaking marriage of punk and high-end. When pedigree designer Hoosier affixed his heavy lettering to Louis Vuitton’s iconic monogram in 2001, waiting lists swelled before the fashion line even came out. Her single-strap “Choose or Lose” dress – covered in …

Brentwood Cathedral in Essex receives list status
The first classical cathedral built in England since St Paul’s in London has been listed. The rebuilt Brentwood Cathedral in Essex was inspired by the designs of Sir Christopher Wren and was opened in 1991. It has been listed as Grade II* by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) on the advice …

Boy band Sanam stands out with its music
At a time when music groups are breaking up over small disagreements or creative differences, Sanam Puri (singer), Samar Puri (guitarist), Venky S (bassist) and Keshav Dhanraj (drummer) of 10-year-old band Sanam are thriving on unit. Sanam group has carved out a place for themselves in the music industry with their mix of original music …
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Death and Company at Burgettstown [Videos]
Death and Company Tuesday in the penultimate leg of their summer 2022 tour with a show at The Star Lake Pavilion. The Grateful Dead Offshoot’s first performance at the Burgettstown, Pennsylvania location since 2017 was highlighted by a second set encompassing “Dark Star”. Bill Kreutzmann stayed away from a positive COVID-19 test for Tuesday’s show, …

Book Review: ‘What Moves the Dead’ Is a Weird, Science-Filled Retelling of Poe’s Gothic Tale
T. Kingfisher and Nightfire editions Author T. Kingfisher is known for her award-winning entries into horror folklore, with The twisted and hollow placesas well as getting into the fantasy genre with Wizard Guide to Defensive Cooking and Minor Mage. His latest release What moves the deadis a story by Edgar Allan Poe The Fall of …

Enjoy live music, decorate Christmas cookies and more to do in Lake Highlands and Lakewood
Here is a list of some current and upcoming events taking place in the Lake Highlands and Lakewood areas of Dallas over the next few weeks. July 13: Create your own magic wand As part of its month-long Wizarding World celebration in honor of “Harry Potter,” the Dallas Public Library is offering visitors the chance …
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Deeply Rooted Dance Theater celebrates Quincy Jones in an outdoor musical program
For its fifth appearance on the Chicago Park District’s “Night Out in the Parks” program, Deeply Rooted Dance Theater pays tribute to legendary musician, composer, arranger and record producer Quincy Jones with a new work titled “Q After Dark.” The 10-member professional company is teaming up with nearly the same number of singers and musicians …

The Stamping Ground: Scotland’s new musical ensemble to bring Runrig’s music and songs to new audiences
But a few months later, a new chapter of the band, which took the Gaelic language from Highland and Island party halls to concert halls around the world, was about to unfold. Theater producers Margaret-Anne O’Donnell and Gillian Garrity had embarked on a ‘road trip’ across Scotland to showcase their new company’s ambitions to create …

JoJo, Charli XCX and the best, worst of Day 8 of Summerfest 2022
Friday night at Summerfest, JoJo showed off her glorious vocals, Charli XCX turned her show into a rave and The Black Crowes displayed a musical form of brotherly love. Skillet A chilly breeze was blowing off Lake Michigan, but Skillet warmed up the night with a musical blast at the Uline warehouse Friday night. A …

Musical group hails Dangote in new song
Weynom McDavid, the winner of the “Hit The Note” music contest, and some of the contestants, have teamed up to release a single titled “Dangote”. The talent hunt contest was an initiative of Mkeyvision, an entertainment and recording label. McDavid and runner-up Gabriel Okoh and Martha Ugwu all returned home with record deals and different …

The Blue Woman magazine – opera with the tense atmosphere of violence against women | Opera
Jhe latest new work from the Royal Opera is, as its director Katie Mitchell describes it, perhaps more installation than opera. Exploring “the fragmentation of the female psyche after sexual violence”, with music by Laura Bowler and lyrics by Laura Lomas, The Blue Woman is somewhat reminiscent of New Dark Age, the sequence of female …

George Clooney’s Batman & Robin Nipple Suit Auctioned for $40,000
George Clooney’s infamous nipple costume from Batman & Robin is up for auction with a first bid set at $40,000 for the piece of movie history. George Clooney’s infamous nipple trimmer batman and robin is up for auction with an opening bid set at $40,000 for the piece of movie history. Tim Burton pioneered Batman …

The Stone Youth take the stage as part of the Musical Youth Theater Stafford’s summer production A Little Bit of Stone
This summer, Stone’s youth will hit the stage as the Musical Youth Theater Stafford presents the timeless classic, The Wind in the Willows, at the Stafford Gatehouse Theatre. Kenneth Grahame’s wild story of lovable, thrill-seeking menace Mr. Toad comes to life in the West End musical with a book by Oscar-winning screenwriter and ‘Downton Abbey’ …

City Life Org – MoMA Presents Studio Residency: Okwui Okpokwasili
Okwui Okpokwasili. Performance view of Bronx Gothic. On the Boards, Seattle, Washington, 2016. Video by Peter Born. Courtesy of the artist July 30 — August 28, 2022 The Museum of Modern Art The Studio’s first artist in residence will be Okwui Okpokwasili (Igbo-Nigerian American, b. 1972). Okpokwasili creates multidisciplinary performance pieces that seek to shape …

Musical evening marks 75th anniversary of India-US diplomatic relations
Interpersonal relations far ahead of political relations between the two countries, says N. Ravi Interpersonal relations far ahead of political relations between the two countries, says N. Ravi Between India and the United States, people-to-people ties and educational and cultural relations have gained ground and are far ahead of the political relations that have been …

THEATER OF DEATH (1967) Christopher Lee’s ‘vampire’ film reviews
“Where To Play Can Be Murder”Theater of Death is a 1967 British horror film involving murders centered around a Parisian theater company with a tyrannical director. Naturally, he first becomes the prime suspect in the murder. Also known as blood demon Directed by Samuel Gallu (Arthur? Arthur!; The limbo line; The man outside) from a …

Black residents chosen to manage a concert hall
WEST PALM BEACH, Florida. West Palm Beach officials chose a local operator for the Sunset Lounge on Monday night, capping a protracted process that pitted a Miami-based non-black group against a group led by black residents eager to oversee the return of a venue that was once the cultural center of the city’s predominantly black …

Summer is in full swing | News, Sports, Jobs
People enjoy fun in the sun at Mirror Lake in Lake Placid on Friday as lifeguard Chloe Hodgson keeps them safe. (Business Photo – Lauren Yates) LAKE PLACID — Summer is in full swing in New York’s Olympic Village, and this community is ready to entertain residents and visitors alike for …

“The Forgiven,” a predictable tale of horrible rich people and their misdeeds
FILM CRITIC ‘THE FORGIVEN’ Rated R. At Landmark Kendall Square. Category B- A supposedly scathing, Evelyn Waugh-ish look at a group of British and American elites using rural Morocco as an exotic setting for a licentious weekend, “The Forgiven” is a mix of strangers and bad behavior. Driving through the High Atlas Mountains, English doctor …