Archive for April, 2012

Philip Glass Latest Opera: Walt Disney

Seeing “Peter and the Starcatcher” on Broadway the other night (which I enjoyed more the second … Read more »

14 Things Blacks Don’t Do In Horror Movies

Actor Orlando Jones asks the question.
1. Vacation at Chernoybl.
2. Adopt a kid who turns out to … Read more »

Bieber (And Everyone Else!): Call Me Maybe

My friend Brooks has insisted that I watch a video featuring a performer to whom I … Read more »

Why Is “The Lyons” On Broadway?

That’s the question that keeps arising in my brain every time I contemplate the new Nicky … Read more »

Stalking Jacko, Jackie O., And Sinatra

Legendary photographer Ron Galella’s new book, “Paparazzo Extraordinaire,” offers iconic images of Michael Jackson, Jackie O., … Read more »

Maggie Smith Gets BAFTA TV Nomination

Maggie Smith’s portrayal of a snippy dowager duchess in “Downton Abbey” is on the list of … Read more »

“Smash”: 1001 Nights