For Actress Ruby Keeler, Another Opening, Another Show
The 1930s film star dropped out of sight for decades, only to return as the toast of 1970s Broadway.
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Focusing on Meditation and Yoga: An Interview with Jacob Felder
Begin by bringing your attention literally within. Beginning with the legs, bring your attention….
Forro In The Dark: Building On The Sound Of Brazil's Northeast
Forro in the Dark gets its name from a style of Brazilian dance music, but it doesn't conform to those limitations, instead drawing on influences from Enrique Iglesias to Beck. Hear an interview with the band, as well as a studio performance showcasing its new songs.
Before There Was Punk, There Was A Band Called Death
Before The Clash, The Sex Pistols, or The Ramones, there was A Band Called Death. That's the name of the new music documentary co-directed by Charlotte, North Carolina filmmaker Jeff Howlett.
A Dark Family Secret Hidden For Years In Alaska's 'Wilderness'
When the Pilgrim family first arrived in Alaska, they looked to be from another century. They didn't use calendar months, they called their father "Lord," and they knew how to live in the wild. But, as Tom Kizzia writes in Pilgrim's Wilderness, that rugged facade helped conceal a history of abuse.
Sylvester: 'Mighty Real' Disco Star Deserves A Modern Spotlight
A new collection of disco numbers, Mighty Real: Greatest Dance Hits, showcases the career of Sylvester. Music critic Milo Miles argues that Sylvester — an openly gay, superstar costume-wearer from the start — was not only a pioneer, but also someone with whom the times have finally caught up.
Laughs And Drama Behind Bars With 'Orange Is The New Black'
Netflix recently unveiled its newest exclusive series: Orange Is the New Black, created by Jenji Kohan, who also created Weeds. All 13 one-hour episodes of the first season are available for streaming, and David Bianculli says the show is another Netflix success.
The Secret To Georgian Grilled Meats? Grapevines And Lots Of Wine
The Republic of Georgia is renowned for its cuisine, one of the highlights of which is shashlik, or grilled meat. The secret to seal in the juices, some say, is an ancient technique of grilling over burning grapevines to create intense, fragrant heat.
Use The Books, Fans: 'Star Wars' Franchise Thrives In Print
More than 200 novels, the Star Wars' book series spans 25,000 years, from the beginning of the Jedi Order to 40 years beyond where the original trilogy left off. According to The Wall Street Journal's Alexandra Alter, the books help keep fans interested between movies.
