By DNA Smith PICKS OF THE WEEK “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” — Released in 1937, “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” was the first feature-length animated film. The mixture of comedy, melodrama and musical numbers has served as a formula for virtually every Disney animated film for nearly three-quarters of a century. Since we all know the story, let’s get to the nitty-gritty: the packaging. This release comes in a wide variety of packages. You can get just the two-disc set for about $25 — which includes the film and a bunch … [Read more...] about COUCH THEATER — DVD PREVIEWS
WITH ART OF HONOREES
Salute to Excellence honorees display their awards Sept. 21 at a re-ception following the Downriver Council for the Arts’ 21st annual dinner at the Trenton Hotel Grill and awards ceremony at the Tren-ton Village Theatre. In the foreground are Sharlet and Pietro DiGiorgio. Standing are Joseph Scott (left) and Greg Mahar. 125 arts supporters gather for 21st salute Approximately 125 supporters of the Downriver Council for the Arts gathered Sept. 21 for an 1800s dinner at the historic Trenton Grill before attending the … [Read more...] about WITH ART OF HONOREES
SALOMES’S STARS FOR RELEASE WEEK OF OCT. 5, 2009
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) An upcoming trip could create some problems with your schedule unless you tie up as many loose ends as possible before you head out the door. Ask a friend or colleague to help you. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Being eager to start a new project is fine. However, moving ahead without knowing what actually will be expected of you could cause a problem down the line. Ask some questions. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Getting through some recent challenges in good shape might give you a false sense … [Read more...] about SALOMES’S STARS FOR RELEASE WEEK OF OCT. 5, 2009
JILL JACKSON’S HOLLYWOOD
By Jill Jackson HOLLYWOOD ... It’s amazing, the things actors will do to play a role. In her book “Hollywood Trivia Factory,” Aubrey Malone tells us that Faye Dunaway lost 20 pounds to look gaunt for her role in “Bonnie and Clyde.” She did it by hauling sandbags around and eating as little as possible to survive. And believe me, those cheekbones stood out. ... Robert Duval got a job singing in a bar to prepare himself for his Oscar-winning role in “Tender Mercies.” ... For her role in “Sophie’s Choice,” Meryl Streep learned to speak … [Read more...] about JILL JACKSON’S HOLLYWOOD
DSO proves that wine is not the only thing that gets better with age
By Phyllis The Detroit Symphony Orchestra continued its 2009-10 series concerts Sept. 25 at The Max M. Fisher Music Center. Globally recognized and highly praised, the DSO ... the fourth-oldest symphony orchestra in the United States ... “uncorked” a powerful opener: Alla Borzova’s “To the New World” proved that it is not just wine that ages well. Known for pioneering performances, imaginative maestros and partnerships with the world’s chief musical artist, the DSO under the masterful hand of Leonard … [Read more...] about DSO proves that wine is not the only thing that gets better with age
The Players Guild casts Rogers and Hammerstein’s ‘Cinderella;’ Rehearsals well under way
Jason Cabral (left) as Matt and Christina Flynn as Luisa costar in “The Fantasticks” at the Hilberry Theatre on the Wayne State University campus weekends through October. For tickets or more information, call (313) 577-2972, or visit their Web sites at www.theatre.wayne.edu and www.wsushows.com. By Sue Suchyta If we must admit that summer is over and cooler weather is here to stay, at least the theater junkies among us can distract ourselves with some of the musical theater being offered on local stages. With the … [Read more...] about The Players Guild casts Rogers and Hammerstein’s ‘Cinderella;’ Rehearsals well under way
TOP TEN MOVIES
1. Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs (PG) animated 2. The Informant! (R) Matt Damon, Scott Bakula 3. Tyler Perry’s I Can Do Bad All By Myself (PG-13) Taraji P. Henson, Adam Rodriquez 4. Love Happens (PG-13) Aaron Eckhart, Jennifer Aniston 5. Jennifer’s Body (R) Megan Fox, Amanda Seyfried 6. 9 (PG-13) animated 7. Inglourious Basterds (R) Brad Pitt, Eli Roth 8. All About Steve (PG-13) Sandra Bullock, Thomas Haden Church 9. Sorority Row (R) Briana Evigan, Rumer Willis 10. The Final Destination (R) Bobby Campo, Shantel Van … [Read more...] about TOP TEN MOVIES
TOP OF THE CHARTS as of Sept. 26, 2009
Top 10 Pop Singles This Week Last Week 1. The Black Eyed Peas No. 1 “I Gotta Feeling” (Interscope) 2. Jay Sean feat. Lil Wayne No. 2 “Down” (Cash Money) 3. Miley Cyrus No. 3 “Party in the U.S.A.” (Hollywood) 4. Jay-Z, Rihanna & Kanye West No. 4 “Run This Town” (Roc Nation) 5. Kings of Leon No. 5 “Use Somebody” (RCA) 6. Taylor Swift No. 6 “You Belong With Me” (Big Machine) 7. Jason DeRulo No. 9 “Whatcha Say” (Beluga Heights) 8. Mariah Carey No. 7 “Obsessed” (Island) 9. Pitbull No. 8 “Hotel Room Service” (Mr. 305/Polo … [Read more...] about TOP OF THE CHARTS as of Sept. 26, 2009
TOP TEN VIDEO, DVD as of Sept. 26, 2009
Top 10 Video Rentals 1. State of Play (PG-13) Russell Crowe (Universal) 2. Duplicity (PG-13) Julia Roberts (Universal) 3. Last House on the Left (NR) Monica Potter (Universal) 4. Fighting (PG-13) Channing Tatum (Universal) 5. Adventureland (R) Jesse Eisenberg (Buena Vista) 6. Sunshine Cleaning (R) Amy Adams (Anchor Bay) 7. I Love You, Man (R) Paul Rudd (DreamWorks) 8. 17 Again (PG-13) Zac Efron (New Line) 9. The Line (NR) Andy McPhee (Cinevolve Studios) 10. Bring It On: Fight to the Finish (PG-13) Christina Milian … [Read more...] about TOP TEN VIDEO, DVD as of Sept. 26, 2009
TRIVIA TEST
By Fifi Rodriguez 1. GEOGRAPHY: On which of the Japanese islands would you find Mount Fuji? 2. FAMOUS PEOPLE: What did gangster Al Capone die of? 3. MOVIES: What 1980s movie featured characters named Westley, Buttercup and Inigo Montoya? 4. PSYCHOLOGY: What would someone who suffered from chorophobia be afraid of? 5. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What kind of creature is a porbeagle? 6. SCIENCE: What scientist, also known as the father of taxonomy, discovered that some flowers open at certain times each day and can be used to … [Read more...] about TRIVIA TEST