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4.12.2012
Movie Review: BULLY
“Bully,” the headline-grabbing new documentary from Lee Hirsch, examines the lives of five small-town kids and their parents. Kelby, a lesbian, Alex, a mildly autistic boy, Ja’Meya, an African-American girl, and two boys named Tyler (one Ty, for short), who each tragically took their own lives after they just couldn’t take the taunting and physical abuse any more.
For a movie about such a complicated and important issue, “Bully” spends most of its time on the surface, following the kids and teachers as they hopelessly stumble their way through the school year. There are some shocking moments of on-screen violence, but even more incredible is one Sioux City, Iowa, administrator’s reaction to it. She actually tries to force a kid to face his tormentor with a handshake, and wags her finger at him for not making nice with the bully that tried to choke, stab, and punch him in the face. “Tell me how to fix this,” she sighs to the camera in desperation, “I don’t have any type of magic.”
3.20.2012
SXSW 2012: Deirdre Saravia's take
An Observation
By Deirdre Saravia
Practice makes perfect, and on my fifth visit to Austin’s South By Southwest music festival (SXSW), this was certainly the case.
The event is gigantic, with masses of people hurrying and scurrying, and all appearing to know where they’re going.
Driving into Austin from San Antonio flows smoothly until you see the Holiday Inn hotel on your left. From there on, cars inch along until finally you leave the highway. Traffic is moving, but part of the reason for that is that there’s nowhere to stop and park. So, last week I spotted a hotel parking lot, paid the fee and escaped the car. The Convention Center was right around the corner. No hunting around for a street parking slot this time around!
Registration for badge holders takes place in the Convention Center. Once again, I encountered a tsunami of people, but all was amazingly quiet and organized. Volunteers are strategically placed everywhere, and love to be questioned. They are there to make your visit is as good as it can be.
Despite long lines of registrants, we processed rapidly and were issued our rectangular press passes, complete with photo ID. These are hung around the neck and clearly identify you as a bona fide professional, musician, or someone with a lot of money. You need these badges to access many sites at SXSW, although there are many free and open to the public events going on simultaneously.
The weather in Austin can be an issue, last year was freezing and raining, and for bands hauling around masses of instruments, the weather was somewhat daunting. However, another year the temperatures soared into the triple digits and that was even worse. This year was warm and cloudy, no complaints.
If you’re unfamiliar with Austin, it is difficult to anticipate distances, and time especially if you’re on the wrong side of IH 35, so finding artists and places to interview can be tricky. Fortunately, the organizers of SXSW alleviate this conundrum, by allocating interview rooms close to the Convention Center. So this means that efficiency is the name of the game, and everyone’s happy.
The performers come to SXSW from around the globe, and for many of them, at their own personal expense.
For these modern day troubadours, it appears that ‘depending on the kindness of strangers’ for a bed is an absolute necessity. Indeed, a bed would be a luxury—many settle for floor space.
Despite the discomfort, these young--and they are mostly really young—musicians are happy, excited and open to the great adventure of SXSW.
I saw two pairs of artists from central Europe who bumped into each other in the Convention Center line. They became instant friends and were planning to spend the evening together. They were unrepresented by any agent or PR person, and I was so happy that they found each other.
For the third year in a row I interviewed Marianne Dissard, and I look forward to seeing her each year. Born in France, now living in Tucson, she writes very poignantly about some very personal subjects. Dissard is a dynamic and creative young woman who appears to be fearless. She travels around the world, often alone, and finds inspiration everywhere.
I guess the one thing that strikes me so intensely, is that these young people from enormously diverse cultures share such love of life and respect for each other. They are open to different points of view, not just open but embracing the difference between us.
The world will be just fine with our future generations as found at SXSW taking over the reins of power.
Finally a comment on the fashion scene--after all, SXSW now has a daily fashion show!
Last year, many young men were seen in pants so tight they appeared to have been sprayed on. This is not a good look for anyone, and most definitely, not for those with a few extra pounds.
This year the trend for females appeared to be non existent skirts, skirts so short accompanied by enormously high heels, the entire ensemble appeared painful to wear.
By Deirdre Saravia
Practice makes perfect, and on my fifth visit to Austin’s South By Southwest music festival (SXSW), this was certainly the case.
The event is gigantic, with masses of people hurrying and scurrying, and all appearing to know where they’re going.
Driving into Austin from San Antonio flows smoothly until you see the Holiday Inn hotel on your left. From there on, cars inch along until finally you leave the highway. Traffic is moving, but part of the reason for that is that there’s nowhere to stop and park. So, last week I spotted a hotel parking lot, paid the fee and escaped the car. The Convention Center was right around the corner. No hunting around for a street parking slot this time around!
Registration for badge holders takes place in the Convention Center. Once again, I encountered a tsunami of people, but all was amazingly quiet and organized. Volunteers are strategically placed everywhere, and love to be questioned. They are there to make your visit is as good as it can be.
Despite long lines of registrants, we processed rapidly and were issued our rectangular press passes, complete with photo ID. These are hung around the neck and clearly identify you as a bona fide professional, musician, or someone with a lot of money. You need these badges to access many sites at SXSW, although there are many free and open to the public events going on simultaneously.
The weather in Austin can be an issue, last year was freezing and raining, and for bands hauling around masses of instruments, the weather was somewhat daunting. However, another year the temperatures soared into the triple digits and that was even worse. This year was warm and cloudy, no complaints.
If you’re unfamiliar with Austin, it is difficult to anticipate distances, and time especially if you’re on the wrong side of IH 35, so finding artists and places to interview can be tricky. Fortunately, the organizers of SXSW alleviate this conundrum, by allocating interview rooms close to the Convention Center. So this means that efficiency is the name of the game, and everyone’s happy.
The performers come to SXSW from around the globe, and for many of them, at their own personal expense.
For these modern day troubadours, it appears that ‘depending on the kindness of strangers’ for a bed is an absolute necessity. Indeed, a bed would be a luxury—many settle for floor space.
Despite the discomfort, these young--and they are mostly really young—musicians are happy, excited and open to the great adventure of SXSW.
I saw two pairs of artists from central Europe who bumped into each other in the Convention Center line. They became instant friends and were planning to spend the evening together. They were unrepresented by any agent or PR person, and I was so happy that they found each other.
For the third year in a row I interviewed Marianne Dissard, and I look forward to seeing her each year. Born in France, now living in Tucson, she writes very poignantly about some very personal subjects. Dissard is a dynamic and creative young woman who appears to be fearless. She travels around the world, often alone, and finds inspiration everywhere.
I guess the one thing that strikes me so intensely, is that these young people from enormously diverse cultures share such love of life and respect for each other. They are open to different points of view, not just open but embracing the difference between us.
The world will be just fine with our future generations as found at SXSW taking over the reins of power.
Finally a comment on the fashion scene--after all, SXSW now has a daily fashion show!
Last year, many young men were seen in pants so tight they appeared to have been sprayed on. This is not a good look for anyone, and most definitely, not for those with a few extra pounds.
This year the trend for females appeared to be non existent skirts, skirts so short accompanied by enormously high heels, the entire ensemble appeared painful to wear.
Perhaps they were part of performance group, but it just seemed to me that there were an awful lot of them.
3.11.2012
SXSW 2012: Micah Magee, "Heimkommen"
Micah Magee, originally from San Antonio, Texas, got started as a filmmaker relatively late in life, at age 19. “People nowadays start making films when they’re four with their phones,” she jokes.
One of her first projects as a UT-Austin student, shot on Hi8, was screened at South By Southwest years ago. Now based out of Germany, Magee is back at SXSW with “Heimkommen (Coming Home),” a story about two siblings dealing with grief and loss in very different ways.
Magee says she and her writing partner, Magdalena Grazewicz, “both had experiences of losing people... and not necessarily coping with it in a way that was appropriate.” They drew upon themselves for the character of Robert, who blames his younger sister for the death of his girlfriend, Jo.
“Filmmaking is a lot like writing, and it just happens to be how I write best,” Magee says. “Because you can use images, and feelings... in a direct way.”
To carry that across, Magee shot her short film “Heimkommen” in 35mm, rather than the digital format that is so popular among independent filmmakers these days. “I like the discipline of shooting on film,” she begins, adding that “because the film is about relationships between people, it was important for me to be able to have a long or short focus and be very specific about that.”
Her first trip as a student filmmaker at SXSW was a whirlwind, and a bit overwhelming. “I’m looking forward to seeing what [the festival] is like now that I’m more adult. [Back then], I just wanted to run away because there were so many people, and everybody was like ‘Do you want to sell your film online?’ and I didn’t know what to do!” she laughs. “So I just sort of watched movies, but I didn’t talk to anyone then. It’ll be nice to be a little more self-confident and try talking to people about my film.”
Magee plans to move back to San Antonio in 2012 and shoot her next film, a hybrid documentary and narrative, in the Alamo City.
“Heimkommen” screens on Monday, March 12 at 1:45pm (Alamo Drafthouse Lamar) and Wednesday, March 14 at 3:00 pm (Alamo Drafthouse Ritz) as part of the Narrative Shorts program at SXSW 2012.
You can hear my full interview with Micah Magee here: http://audio.tpr.org/sxsw12-micah.mp3
3.09.2012
SXSW 2012: Alex Villanueva, "Drum Roll Please"
Alex Villanueva says he was surprised when his short film, “Drum Roll Please,” was accepted into this year’s South By Southwest film festival.“I actually submitted two of my films,” he says. “I almost feel more proud of the other one [that didn’t get in], but showcasing this one definitely makes me feel happy.”
Villanueva says the film was largely improvised on the spot. Friends of his had written a mumbahton song that rhythmically repeats the word “hands.” Villanueva starting thinking about the word, and the way humans have opposable thumbs as opposed to, say…. a bear, or a wolf.
For the shoot, Villanueva brought along some fuzzy caps with animal designs, and the resulting comedic short is a man vs. beast story with an explosive finale.
Villanueva, a senior at North East School of the Arts, will be going to college next year, and majoring in mathematics or actuarial science. Seeing his film get into South By Southwest made him regret not applying to film school. But he still sees film being a big part of his future for a long time to come.
Hear Villanueva's full interview with TPR's Nathan Cone here: http://audio.tpr.org/sxsw12-alex.mp3
3.08.2012
SXSW 2012: Maqui Gaona, "Burn Spark"
Senior Maqui Gaona is enrolled in the Digital Video program at St. Mary’s Hall. Her film “Burn Spark” will screen as part of the Texas High School Shorts program at SXSW this week. The short film is set in a world where people are programmed to fall in love with only one other person.“I kind of got the idea from lots of different interpretations of what it means to instantly connect with someone,” she says.
To add the sci-fi twist, Gaona says she was inspired by the movie “Minority Report.” She wanted to explore the idea of modernizing love, making it more mechanical and pre-destined.
Does Gaona believe in romanitic destiny herself? “I do believe that you can bond and make great relationships with multiple people,” she says. “But there’ll definitely be that one person that you make a better connection with above anyone else.”
“Burn Spark” screens on Saturday, March 10 and Sunday, March 17 as part of the Texas High School Shorts program at SXSW.
Hear Maqui Gaona and TPR's Nathan Cone in conversation here: http://audio.tpr.org/sxsw12-maqui.mp3
3.02.2012
Movie Review: DR. SEUSS' THE LORAX
Has there been a successful theatrical adaptation of a Dr. Seuss book yet? Excepting the 1950 short “Gerald McBoing Boing,” most of the films adapted from Dr. Seuss’ work have failed to capture the peculiar style and vibe of the beloved children’s book author. Ron Howard’s “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” and “The Cat in the Hat” were both so bad as to offend fans of Seuss, and “Horton Hears a Who,” while looking more like the Seuss world should look, was generally uninspired. My kids wanted to turn it off after ten minutes. With great trepidation I ventured forth into a screening of “The Lorax,” in 3D no less, thinking, unless someone cares an awful lot, these movies aren’t going to get any better. They’re not.“The Lorax,” published 40 years ago, is the story of the Once-ler, who, in his haste to make a million, chops down all the Truffula trees that provided the material he needed to make his Thneeds, which seem to be a bit of a useless item that everyone needs. The Lorax Speaks for the Trees, and so he does in this movie adaptation, although he sounds a lot like Danny DeVito.
The movie opens not with the Once-ler or Lorax, but with a young teen, Ted, smitten with Audrey. So his desire to seek out the Once-ler is not driven by any need other than to impress the girl. The second act of the film is taken up by the Once-ler’s story. He was once an idealistic young man, and made a deal with the Lorax to leave the Truffula trees alone. But once the demand for Thneeds took off, you better believe that Once-ler didn’t think Twice-ler about clear-cutting the valley for material.
Right-wing pundits have are frothing at the mouth over “The Lorax,” claiming it’s brainwashing kids with an environmental message. I saw something else this time. If the Once-ler had been more careful about production by replanting and keeping some Truffula trees alive, he could have kept his Thneed business operational, instead of going bankrupt by wiping out the trees and leaving a smog-addled, sludge-filled wasteland behind. “The Lorax” is a parable against greed, not just an admonition to never cut down a tree.
But the real bad guy in the film “The Lorax” is the mayor of Thneedville, who also owns a business selling fresh air to the population (where did they get this idea, “Spaceballs?”). The mayor is mean, nasty, and cares not a whit for Truffula trees, seeds, or even the lives of love-struck teenagers.
“The Lorax” recycles (Ha! I made an environmental pun!) elements of “The Truman Show” and “WALL-E” into a needlessly busy movie. I did like the songs, by John Powell, and the 3D rendering is not overwrought. But it’s going to take a real visionary director to truly capture on screen the wonder and slightly dark edge that Seuss brings to the page.
--Nathan Cone
11.11.2011
Movie Review: Martha Marcy May Marlene
Elizabeth Olsen plays the titular character in the new cult thriller, “Martha Marcy May Marlene.” The middle two names are given to her by Patrick (John Hawkes, “Winter’s Bone”), a cult leader that seduces Martha with songs and sweet talk about how society and her family has let her down. The movie uses a flashback technique to show Martha’s entry into the rural cult, and her present-day attempts to escape its influence after running back into the arms of her sister.
No attempt is made to explain why Martha first left home in search of a new life; it’s hinted that her parents have died, and that she may have had problems with a boyfriend. But the nameless rural group that brings Martha into their fold does so with a tried and true technique. Young men and women of the cult shower new recruits with praise, build up expectations that the newbie is destined for greatness, and then pummel them with rape and physical abuse, then the threat of such, to keep them in line. What starts as an alternative lifestyle devolves into a worldview where intimacy and life is debased. The cult serves mainly to provide the male members with fresh young females to screw. Eventually, Marcy May begins to see the holes in cult leader Patrick’s philosophy, and she flees into the not-so-open arms of her sister, Lucy (Sarah Paulson).
Lucy and her husband Ted (Hugh Dancy), take Martha in to stay with them in their spacious lake house. Having just liberated herself from a place where a handful of girls sleep half naked in a room while awaiting their turn to do dishes or service another member of the cult, Martha thinks nothing of stripping down starkers to go swimming, or walk in on Ted and Lucy as they're trying for a baby. She also berates her sister for their opulent lifestyle. Neither Lucy nor Ted know where Martha has been, and strangely, Martha's bizarre, obviously depressed and disturbed behavior annoys rather than concerns them.
This movie had my stomach in knots for most of its running time. It’s creepy, and disturbing in its depiction of how easy it is to take an impressionable youth and change them into a completely different person. It flashes back between the two halves of its narrative, disorienting the viewer. But I eventually got frustrated with Lucy and Ted, who seem so self-absorbed as to completely ignore the warning signs that there is something very, very wrong with Martha. In some ways, that makes the point that ol’ Patrick was making to little Marcy May when he told her again and again about how her family had let her down. That’s disturbing in itself.
Several scenes are underlit, and I had a hard time making out shapes and characters from time to time. And the film does not build upon itself enough to deserve the open-ended cut to black that closes the movie. But “Martha Marcy May Marlene” is certainly well-acted, especially by Elizabeth Olsen, who has to put herself through a ringer of emotions, all without devolving into parody. And John Hawkes, all sinewy and popping veins, is brilliant as cult leader Patrick. It’s a hard film to recommend, but for those that enjoy a glimpse of the darker side of human nature, there may be illumination here.
No attempt is made to explain why Martha first left home in search of a new life; it’s hinted that her parents have died, and that she may have had problems with a boyfriend. But the nameless rural group that brings Martha into their fold does so with a tried and true technique. Young men and women of the cult shower new recruits with praise, build up expectations that the newbie is destined for greatness, and then pummel them with rape and physical abuse, then the threat of such, to keep them in line. What starts as an alternative lifestyle devolves into a worldview where intimacy and life is debased. The cult serves mainly to provide the male members with fresh young females to screw. Eventually, Marcy May begins to see the holes in cult leader Patrick’s philosophy, and she flees into the not-so-open arms of her sister, Lucy (Sarah Paulson).
Lucy and her husband Ted (Hugh Dancy), take Martha in to stay with them in their spacious lake house. Having just liberated herself from a place where a handful of girls sleep half naked in a room while awaiting their turn to do dishes or service another member of the cult, Martha thinks nothing of stripping down starkers to go swimming, or walk in on Ted and Lucy as they're trying for a baby. She also berates her sister for their opulent lifestyle. Neither Lucy nor Ted know where Martha has been, and strangely, Martha's bizarre, obviously depressed and disturbed behavior annoys rather than concerns them.
This movie had my stomach in knots for most of its running time. It’s creepy, and disturbing in its depiction of how easy it is to take an impressionable youth and change them into a completely different person. It flashes back between the two halves of its narrative, disorienting the viewer. But I eventually got frustrated with Lucy and Ted, who seem so self-absorbed as to completely ignore the warning signs that there is something very, very wrong with Martha. In some ways, that makes the point that ol’ Patrick was making to little Marcy May when he told her again and again about how her family had let her down. That’s disturbing in itself.
Several scenes are underlit, and I had a hard time making out shapes and characters from time to time. And the film does not build upon itself enough to deserve the open-ended cut to black that closes the movie. But “Martha Marcy May Marlene” is certainly well-acted, especially by Elizabeth Olsen, who has to put herself through a ringer of emotions, all without devolving into parody. And John Hawkes, all sinewy and popping veins, is brilliant as cult leader Patrick. It’s a hard film to recommend, but for those that enjoy a glimpse of the darker side of human nature, there may be illumination here.
--Nathan Cone
10.28.2011
Movie Review: The Dead
Zombie ArmageddonBy Randy Anderson
There is a certain type of horror movie fan that loves zombie movies. I recently saw the grand daddy of them all, “Night of the Living Dead,” so I was primed to see the new Ford brothers film “The Dead.” Zombies are a great metaphor for a number of the planet’s ills, like overpopulation, dependence on technology, or our own animal nature just waiting for a chance to wreak havoc.
“The Dead” has a different twist to the basic plot; the entire story takes place in Africa; Burkina Faso, West Africa, and Ghana to be exact. Using 35mm film, the texture and beauty of these desolate landscapes is a major character in the film. The script is minimal and we viewers are tossed in to a zombified landscape with no preparation. A plane loaded with American military personal and civilians takes off, but some on board are infected and in the struggle the plane crashes in the ocean. One man, Lt. Brian Murphy (Canadian actor Rob Freeman) makes it ashore. With his steely blue eyes and quiet determination this American looks the part of someone with the skills and brains to get through this hell on earth. Why Hell? As he crawls onto the beach the un-dead are staggering his way. These zombies have light grey eyes and like to feed on anything that is moving. With one narrow escape after another Murphy gets a light truck running and meets up with soldier Sgt. Daniel Dembele (Prince David Osei).
The two unlikely partners are trying to get to their families and that basic urge is what powers them through a bleak world with thin West Africans shambling on with dead eyes and an unceasing hunger for living flesh. This isn’t your average zombie flick; there is no humor that has become a part of the genre, at least in America. There is nothing to remind one of civilization, nothing but trees, brush and rock. Little conversation and a continent of enemies makes for a long 105 minutes, there is bloody zombie violence and some grisly close ups. Not for the faint of heart.
There is a certain type of horror movie fan that loves zombie movies. I recently saw the grand daddy of them all, “Night of the Living Dead,” so I was primed to see the new Ford brothers film “The Dead.” Zombies are a great metaphor for a number of the planet’s ills, like overpopulation, dependence on technology, or our own animal nature just waiting for a chance to wreak havoc.
“The Dead” has a different twist to the basic plot; the entire story takes place in Africa; Burkina Faso, West Africa, and Ghana to be exact. Using 35mm film, the texture and beauty of these desolate landscapes is a major character in the film. The script is minimal and we viewers are tossed in to a zombified landscape with no preparation. A plane loaded with American military personal and civilians takes off, but some on board are infected and in the struggle the plane crashes in the ocean. One man, Lt. Brian Murphy (Canadian actor Rob Freeman) makes it ashore. With his steely blue eyes and quiet determination this American looks the part of someone with the skills and brains to get through this hell on earth. Why Hell? As he crawls onto the beach the un-dead are staggering his way. These zombies have light grey eyes and like to feed on anything that is moving. With one narrow escape after another Murphy gets a light truck running and meets up with soldier Sgt. Daniel Dembele (Prince David Osei).
The two unlikely partners are trying to get to their families and that basic urge is what powers them through a bleak world with thin West Africans shambling on with dead eyes and an unceasing hunger for living flesh. This isn’t your average zombie flick; there is no humor that has become a part of the genre, at least in America. There is nothing to remind one of civilization, nothing but trees, brush and rock. Little conversation and a continent of enemies makes for a long 105 minutes, there is bloody zombie violence and some grisly close ups. Not for the faint of heart.
"The Dead" is now showing through Halloween night at the Santikos Bijou and Mayan Palace theatres.
8.06.2011
Today in Arts & Culture
Book Sale
Host Organization: Friends of Landa Library
Date: Saturday, August 6
Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Venue: Landa Library
233 Bushnell, San Antonio, TX
Proceeds will benefit the Landa Library.
For more information: (210) 732-8369
Family Fun Day at the National Museum of the Pacific War
Host Organization: National Museum of the Pacific War
Date: Saturday, August 6
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Venue: National Museum of the Pacific War
340 East Main Street, Fredericksburg, TX
The event will feature activities planned for children to work on with their parents and all activities will incorporate a brief lesson. There will also be a scavenger hunt, bingo, and gardening. Pre-registration is suggested to ensure enough materials are on-hand for everyone to have their own items to take home.
For more information and to register: pacificwarmuseum.org or (830) 997-8600 extension 207
Author Appearance
Host Organization: Schreiner University
Date: Saturday, August 6
Time: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Venue: Hastings Books, Music & Video
Kerrville, TX
Local author Robert Norris will be signing copies of his acclaimed new novel “The Barrett Solution”
For more information: schreiner.edu
High Hair & Jalapeños!—A Rip Snortin’ Texas Musical Comedy Review
Host Organization: High Hair & Jalapeños
Date: Saturday, August 6
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Cameo Theatre
1123 E. Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX 78205
The show is a zany musical revue that captures the tall tales and the high hair of infamous and famous Texans. Nothing is sacred in this satirically funny, fast-paced romp through Texas trivia and folklore with a special focus on San Antonio. The show runs through September 11.
For more information: (210) 212-5454 or highhairandjalapenos.com
For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at
tpr.org
Host Organization: Friends of Landa Library
Date: Saturday, August 6
Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Venue: Landa Library
233 Bushnell, San Antonio, TX
Proceeds will benefit the Landa Library.
For more information: (210) 732-8369
Family Fun Day at the National Museum of the Pacific War
Host Organization: National Museum of the Pacific War
Date: Saturday, August 6
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Venue: National Museum of the Pacific War
340 East Main Street, Fredericksburg, TX
The event will feature activities planned for children to work on with their parents and all activities will incorporate a brief lesson. There will also be a scavenger hunt, bingo, and gardening. Pre-registration is suggested to ensure enough materials are on-hand for everyone to have their own items to take home.
For more information and to register: pacificwarmuseum.org or (830) 997-8600 extension 207
Author Appearance
Host Organization: Schreiner University
Date: Saturday, August 6
Time: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Venue: Hastings Books, Music & Video
Kerrville, TX
Local author Robert Norris will be signing copies of his acclaimed new novel “The Barrett Solution”
For more information: schreiner.edu
High Hair & Jalapeños!—A Rip Snortin’ Texas Musical Comedy Review
Host Organization: High Hair & Jalapeños
Date: Saturday, August 6
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Cameo Theatre
1123 E. Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX 78205
The show is a zany musical revue that captures the tall tales and the high hair of infamous and famous Texans. Nothing is sacred in this satirically funny, fast-paced romp through Texas trivia and folklore with a special focus on San Antonio. The show runs through September 11.
For more information: (210) 212-5454 or highhairandjalapenos.com
For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at
tpr.org
8.05.2011
Today in Arts& Culture
Fiesta Noche del Rio
Host Organization: The Alamo Kiwanis Club Charities, Inc.
Date: Friday, August 5
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Venue: Arneson River Theatre
This marks the 55th season of Fiesta Noche del Rio – the longest-running outdoor musical revue of its kind in the U.S. The program will feature music from Spain, Argentina and some country favorites. Dances from Mexico will also be performed. Shows will be performed every Friday and Saturday night through August 13
For more information and tickets: (210) 226-4651 or fiestanochedelrio.com
The King and I
Host Organization: San Pedro Playhouse
Date: Friday, August 5
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: San Pedro Playhouse, Russell Hill Rogers Theater
800 West Ashby, San Antonio, TX
The King and I, a Rodgers and Hammerstein's classic, is the story of an English widow who comes to teach western ways to the royal family of Siam and in turn learns to love and respect the exuberant king. The play runs through August 21.
For more information and tickets: sanpedroplayhouse.com or (210) 733-7258
Hay Fever
Host Organization: The Wimberley Players
Date: Friday, August 5
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: The Wimberley Playhouse
450 Old Kyle Road, Wimberley, TX
Hay Fever is a comedy by Noel Coward set in the English country home of the Bliss family in the mid-1920s. The Bliss family is blatantly unconventional and proud of it. One summer weekend, each family member has invited a guest to their country home without the knowledge of the other family members. Things develop immediately into wild situations. The play runs through August 21.
For more information and tickets: wimberleyplayers.org or (512) 847-1592
New Class: Encaustic Open Studio
Host Organization: Southwest School of Art
Date: Friday, August 5
Time: 10 a.m. – 4:30 pm.
Venue: Southwest School of Art
300 Augusta, San Antonio TX 78205
The studio will be set up for encaustics and participants will be encouraged to work on their own projects. The instructor will be available for technique review, for demonstrations and to answer questions. This weekend workshop will review basic materials, formulas, safety procedures, and historical use. Prerequisite: some experience with encaustics.
For more information including material lists: (210) 224-1848 or swschool.org
High Hair & Jalapeños!—A Rip Snortin’ Texas Musical Comedy Review
Host Organization:High Hair & Jalapeños
Date:Friday, August 5
Time:8 p.m.
Venue:Cameo Theatre
1123 E. Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX 78205
The show is a zany musical revue that captures the tall tales and the high hair of infamous and famous Texans. Nothing is sacred in this satirically funny, fast-paced romp through Texas trivia and folklore with a special focus on San Antonio. The show runs through September 11.
For more information: (210) 212-5454 or highhairandjalepenos.com
For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at tpr.org
Host Organization: The Alamo Kiwanis Club Charities, Inc.
Date: Friday, August 5
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Venue: Arneson River Theatre
This marks the 55th season of Fiesta Noche del Rio – the longest-running outdoor musical revue of its kind in the U.S. The program will feature music from Spain, Argentina and some country favorites. Dances from Mexico will also be performed. Shows will be performed every Friday and Saturday night through August 13
For more information and tickets: (210) 226-4651 or fiestanochedelrio.com
The King and I
Host Organization: San Pedro Playhouse
Date: Friday, August 5
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: San Pedro Playhouse, Russell Hill Rogers Theater
800 West Ashby, San Antonio, TX
The King and I, a Rodgers and Hammerstein's classic, is the story of an English widow who comes to teach western ways to the royal family of Siam and in turn learns to love and respect the exuberant king. The play runs through August 21.
For more information and tickets: sanpedroplayhouse.com or (210) 733-7258
Hay Fever
Host Organization: The Wimberley Players
Date: Friday, August 5
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: The Wimberley Playhouse
450 Old Kyle Road, Wimberley, TX
Hay Fever is a comedy by Noel Coward set in the English country home of the Bliss family in the mid-1920s. The Bliss family is blatantly unconventional and proud of it. One summer weekend, each family member has invited a guest to their country home without the knowledge of the other family members. Things develop immediately into wild situations. The play runs through August 21.
For more information and tickets: wimberleyplayers.org or (512) 847-1592
New Class: Encaustic Open Studio
Host Organization: Southwest School of Art
Date: Friday, August 5
Time: 10 a.m. – 4:30 pm.
Venue: Southwest School of Art
300 Augusta, San Antonio TX 78205
The studio will be set up for encaustics and participants will be encouraged to work on their own projects. The instructor will be available for technique review, for demonstrations and to answer questions. This weekend workshop will review basic materials, formulas, safety procedures, and historical use. Prerequisite: some experience with encaustics.
For more information including material lists: (210) 224-1848 or swschool.org
High Hair & Jalapeños!—A Rip Snortin’ Texas Musical Comedy Review
Host Organization:High Hair & Jalapeños
Date:Friday, August 5
Time:8 p.m.
Venue:Cameo Theatre
1123 E. Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX 78205
The show is a zany musical revue that captures the tall tales and the high hair of infamous and famous Texans. Nothing is sacred in this satirically funny, fast-paced romp through Texas trivia and folklore with a special focus on San Antonio. The show runs through September 11.
For more information: (210) 212-5454 or highhairandjalepenos.com
For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at tpr.org
Movie Review: Snow Flower and the Secret Fan
Two – no, make that two pairs – of women share an intense, special bond in “Snow Flower and the Secret Fan,” the latest film from director Wayne Wang. Alas Wang, good at emotional dramas, struggles to connect two similar plots taking place in 19th and late 20th century China.
In 1827, Snow Flower and Lily are bound, both physically and figuratively. The film makes a point of illustrating the terrible practice of foot binding. Each crack and pop of bones is heard on the soundtrack. The two girls, each from a different social class, are introduced to one another as laotong, sisters for life. Even when they are grown, and separated by marriage, they communicate by nüshu, a secret written language among women used in Hunan, China. The titular fan serves as the vessel for their messages.
Meanwhile, the film gives us the story in 1997 of Sophia and Nina. Like Snow Flower and Lily, they too are of different classes. Nina looks out for her more impulsive friend, Sophia. And instead of secret nüshu, they have text messages.
The modern story is superfluous, uninteresting, and wasn’t even part of the book the film is based on. The actresses struggle with their parts when speaking in English, and Hugh Jackman appears from nowhere to whisk Sophia off to Australia in an episode that feels half-formed. Snow Flower and Lily are given better parts, even as the history of China gets thrown piecemeal into the script. Emotionally, they’re closer to each other than their husbands. But “Snow Flower and the Secret Fan” creaks under the weight of its comparison between the two laotong sisters.
The camerawork is solid, and Rachel Portman’s score is very, very pretty, using both western strings and Chinese instruments like the erhu and pipa. I’d recommend the soundtrack, but not the film.
In 1827, Snow Flower and Lily are bound, both physically and figuratively. The film makes a point of illustrating the terrible practice of foot binding. Each crack and pop of bones is heard on the soundtrack. The two girls, each from a different social class, are introduced to one another as laotong, sisters for life. Even when they are grown, and separated by marriage, they communicate by nüshu, a secret written language among women used in Hunan, China. The titular fan serves as the vessel for their messages.
Meanwhile, the film gives us the story in 1997 of Sophia and Nina. Like Snow Flower and Lily, they too are of different classes. Nina looks out for her more impulsive friend, Sophia. And instead of secret nüshu, they have text messages.
The modern story is superfluous, uninteresting, and wasn’t even part of the book the film is based on. The actresses struggle with their parts when speaking in English, and Hugh Jackman appears from nowhere to whisk Sophia off to Australia in an episode that feels half-formed. Snow Flower and Lily are given better parts, even as the history of China gets thrown piecemeal into the script. Emotionally, they’re closer to each other than their husbands. But “Snow Flower and the Secret Fan” creaks under the weight of its comparison between the two laotong sisters.
The camerawork is solid, and Rachel Portman’s score is very, very pretty, using both western strings and Chinese instruments like the erhu and pipa. I’d recommend the soundtrack, but not the film.
7.31.2011
Today in Arts & Culture
Singer/Songwriter Scott Duncan
Host Organization: Landa Branch of the San Antonio Public Library
Date: Sunday, July 31
Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Venue: Landa Branch of the San Antonio Public Library
233 Bushnell Avenue, San Antonio, TX
Guests can enjoy the magic of live music in the intimate setting of the historic Landa Mansion.
Scott Duncan is a San Antonio based singer/songwriter. Duncan’s performances combine meaningful lyrics with powerful vocals and understated finger-style guitar
For more information: (210) 732-8369
The Lady with All the Answers
Host Organization: Cameo Theatre
Date: Sunday, July 31
Time: 3 p.m.
Venue: Cameo Theatre
1123 E. Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX
Based on favorite letters and memoirs of one of the most well know advice columnist, Ann Landers, the Cameo Theatre brings this successful off-Broadway play to San Antonio. This is the finale performance of the solo show depicting Ann Landers’ true life drama.
For more information and tickets: (210) 212-5454 or cameotheatre.org
Arte y Pasión
Host Organization: Carver Community Cultural Center
Date: Sunday, July 31
Time: 2 p.m.
Venue: Carver Community Cultural Center, Little Carver Theater
226 Hackberry, San Antonio, TX
The Tamara Saj flamenco and classical production will showcase three generations of flamenco and baile español. Arte y Pasión: De la Oscuridad a la Luz is a verdant and beautiful series of vignettes that will explore the emotional journey of how people move through the dark places in their lives but then somehow find the way back into the light, drawing upon the resources of personal strength and faith.
For more information and tickets: tamarasaj.com or ticketmaster.com
Hay Fever
Host Organization: The Wimberley Players
Date: Sunday, July 31
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Venue: The Wimberley Playhouse
450 Old Kyle Road, Wimberley, TX
Hay Fever is a comedy by Noel Coward set in the English country home of the Bliss family in the mid-1920s. The Bliss family is blatantly unconventional and proud of it. One summer weekend, each family member has invited a guest to their country home without the knowledge of the other family members. Things develop immediately into wild situations. The play runs through August 21.
For more information and tickets: wimberleyplayers.org or (512) 847-1592
For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at
tpr.org
Host Organization: Landa Branch of the San Antonio Public Library
Date: Sunday, July 31
Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Venue: Landa Branch of the San Antonio Public Library
233 Bushnell Avenue, San Antonio, TX
Guests can enjoy the magic of live music in the intimate setting of the historic Landa Mansion.
Scott Duncan is a San Antonio based singer/songwriter. Duncan’s performances combine meaningful lyrics with powerful vocals and understated finger-style guitar
For more information: (210) 732-8369
The Lady with All the Answers
Host Organization: Cameo Theatre
Date: Sunday, July 31
Time: 3 p.m.
Venue: Cameo Theatre
1123 E. Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX
Based on favorite letters and memoirs of one of the most well know advice columnist, Ann Landers, the Cameo Theatre brings this successful off-Broadway play to San Antonio. This is the finale performance of the solo show depicting Ann Landers’ true life drama.
For more information and tickets: (210) 212-5454 or cameotheatre.org
Arte y Pasión
Host Organization: Carver Community Cultural Center
Date: Sunday, July 31
Time: 2 p.m.
Venue: Carver Community Cultural Center, Little Carver Theater
226 Hackberry, San Antonio, TX
The Tamara Saj flamenco and classical production will showcase three generations of flamenco and baile español. Arte y Pasión: De la Oscuridad a la Luz is a verdant and beautiful series of vignettes that will explore the emotional journey of how people move through the dark places in their lives but then somehow find the way back into the light, drawing upon the resources of personal strength and faith.
For more information and tickets: tamarasaj.com or ticketmaster.com
Hay Fever
Host Organization: The Wimberley Players
Date: Sunday, July 31
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Venue: The Wimberley Playhouse
450 Old Kyle Road, Wimberley, TX
Hay Fever is a comedy by Noel Coward set in the English country home of the Bliss family in the mid-1920s. The Bliss family is blatantly unconventional and proud of it. One summer weekend, each family member has invited a guest to their country home without the knowledge of the other family members. Things develop immediately into wild situations. The play runs through August 21.
For more information and tickets: wimberleyplayers.org or (512) 847-1592
For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at
tpr.org
7.30.2011
Today in Arts & Culture
Who's In Bed With the Butler?
Host Organization: Boerne Community Theatre
Date: Saturday, July 30
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Boerne Community Theatre
907 E. Blanco, Boerne, TX
In this farce by Michael Parker, only the butler really knows who's getting what after a billionnaire passes away leaving a daughter and three mistresses. This is the finale performance.
For more information and tickets: boernetheatre.org or (830) 249-9166
The Three Caballeros Screening and Activity
Host Organization: Museo Alameda
Date: Saturday, July 30
Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Venue: Museo Alameda
101 South Santa Rosa, San Antonio, TX 78207
The film premiered in Mexico City and was produced as part of Walt Disney studio’s good-will message for South America. The film stars many notable South American entertainers. The screening is part of the Summer Family Days Series. Guests will take a colorful journey through Latin America. Coloring materials and a fun movie scavenger hunt will also be provided.
For more information: (210) 299-4300 or thealameda.org
The Lady with All the Answers
Host Organization: Cameo Theatre
Date: Saturday, July 30
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Cameo Theatre
1123 E. Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX
Based on favorite letters and memoirs of one of the most well know advice columnist, Ann Landers, the Cameo Theatre brings this successful off-Broadway play to San Antonio. The solo show depicting Ann Landers’ true life drama runs through Sunday, July 31.
For more information and tickets: (210) 212-5454 or cameotheatre.org
Roots Music Series celebrates Cajun/Zydeco Night
Host Organization: Gillespie County Historical Society and the Pioneer Museum
Date: Saturday, July 30
Time: 6 p.m.
Venue: Pioneer Museum
Fredericksburg, TX
Zydeco Blanco kicks off the evenings entertainment, followed at 7 p.m. by Charles Thibodeaux and the Austin Cajun Aces. The rest of the evening concert-goers will be entertained by Cedryl Ballou and the Zydeco Trendsetters. Guests are encouraged to wear their dancing shoes.
For more information: (830) 997-2835 or pioneermuseum.net
Arte y Pasión
Host Organization: Carver Community Cultural Center
Date: Saturday, July 30
Time: 6 p.m.
Venue: Carver Community Cultural Center, Little Carver Theater
226 Hackberry, San Antonio, TX
The Tamara Saj flamenco and classical production will showcase three generations of flamenco and baile español. Arte y Pasión: De la Oscuridad a la Luz is a verdant and beautiful series of vignettes that will explore the emotional journey of how people move through the dark places in their lives but then somehow find the way back into the light, drawing upon the resources of personal strength and faith.
For more information and tickets: tamarasaj.com or ticketmaster.com
Hay Fever
Host Organization: The Wimberley Players
Date: Saturday, July 30
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: The Wimberley Playhouse
450 Old Kyle Road, Wimberley, TX
Hay Fever is a comedy by Noel Coward set in the English country home of the Bliss family in the mid-1920s. The Bliss family is blatantly unconventional and proud of it. One summer weekend, each family member has invited a guest to their country home without the knowledge of the other family members. Things develop immediately into wild situations. The play runs through August 21.
For more information and tickets: wimberleyplayers.org or (512) 847-1592
Jose Luis Rodriguez in Concert
Host Organization: Entre Flamenco Dance Space
Date: Saturday, July 30
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Venue: Entre Flamenco Dance Space
5407 Bandera Road, Suite 107, San Antonio, TX
The event will feature Jose Luis Rodriguez in Concert. Jose Luis is one of the most prestigious conciertists recognized in Spain. He will be accompanied by Alex Jordan (second guitar), Felix de Lola (cante) and Antonio Granjero (dance and percussion).
For more information and reservation: (210) 842-4926
For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at
tpr.org
Host Organization: Boerne Community Theatre
Date: Saturday, July 30
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Boerne Community Theatre
907 E. Blanco, Boerne, TX
In this farce by Michael Parker, only the butler really knows who's getting what after a billionnaire passes away leaving a daughter and three mistresses. This is the finale performance.
For more information and tickets: boernetheatre.org or (830) 249-9166
The Three Caballeros Screening and Activity
Host Organization: Museo Alameda
Date: Saturday, July 30
Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Venue: Museo Alameda
101 South Santa Rosa, San Antonio, TX 78207
The film premiered in Mexico City and was produced as part of Walt Disney studio’s good-will message for South America. The film stars many notable South American entertainers. The screening is part of the Summer Family Days Series. Guests will take a colorful journey through Latin America. Coloring materials and a fun movie scavenger hunt will also be provided.
For more information: (210) 299-4300 or thealameda.org
The Lady with All the Answers
Host Organization: Cameo Theatre
Date: Saturday, July 30
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Cameo Theatre
1123 E. Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX
Based on favorite letters and memoirs of one of the most well know advice columnist, Ann Landers, the Cameo Theatre brings this successful off-Broadway play to San Antonio. The solo show depicting Ann Landers’ true life drama runs through Sunday, July 31.
For more information and tickets: (210) 212-5454 or cameotheatre.org
Roots Music Series celebrates Cajun/Zydeco Night
Host Organization: Gillespie County Historical Society and the Pioneer Museum
Date: Saturday, July 30
Time: 6 p.m.
Venue: Pioneer Museum
Fredericksburg, TX
Zydeco Blanco kicks off the evenings entertainment, followed at 7 p.m. by Charles Thibodeaux and the Austin Cajun Aces. The rest of the evening concert-goers will be entertained by Cedryl Ballou and the Zydeco Trendsetters. Guests are encouraged to wear their dancing shoes.
For more information: (830) 997-2835 or pioneermuseum.net
Arte y Pasión
Host Organization: Carver Community Cultural Center
Date: Saturday, July 30
Time: 6 p.m.
Venue: Carver Community Cultural Center, Little Carver Theater
226 Hackberry, San Antonio, TX
The Tamara Saj flamenco and classical production will showcase three generations of flamenco and baile español. Arte y Pasión: De la Oscuridad a la Luz is a verdant and beautiful series of vignettes that will explore the emotional journey of how people move through the dark places in their lives but then somehow find the way back into the light, drawing upon the resources of personal strength and faith.
For more information and tickets: tamarasaj.com or ticketmaster.com
Hay Fever
Host Organization: The Wimberley Players
Date: Saturday, July 30
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: The Wimberley Playhouse
450 Old Kyle Road, Wimberley, TX
Hay Fever is a comedy by Noel Coward set in the English country home of the Bliss family in the mid-1920s. The Bliss family is blatantly unconventional and proud of it. One summer weekend, each family member has invited a guest to their country home without the knowledge of the other family members. Things develop immediately into wild situations. The play runs through August 21.
For more information and tickets: wimberleyplayers.org or (512) 847-1592
Jose Luis Rodriguez in Concert
Host Organization: Entre Flamenco Dance Space
Date: Saturday, July 30
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Venue: Entre Flamenco Dance Space
5407 Bandera Road, Suite 107, San Antonio, TX
The event will feature Jose Luis Rodriguez in Concert. Jose Luis is one of the most prestigious conciertists recognized in Spain. He will be accompanied by Alex Jordan (second guitar), Felix de Lola (cante) and Antonio Granjero (dance and percussion).
For more information and reservation: (210) 842-4926
For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at
tpr.org
7.29.2011
Today in Arts & Culture
Who's In Bed With the Butler?
Host Organization: Boerne Community Theatre
Date: Friday, July 29
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Boerne Community Theatre
907 E. Blanco, Boerne, TX
In this farce by Michael Parker, only the butler really knows who's getting what after a billionnaire passes away leaving a daughter and three mistresses. The play runs through July 30.
For more information and tickets: boernetheatre.org or (830) 249-9166
The Lady with All the Answers
Host Organization: Cameo Theatre
Date: Friday, July 29
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Cameo Theatre
1123 E. Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX
Based on favorite letters and memoirs of one of the most well know advice columnist, Ann Landers, the Cameo Theatre brings this successful off-Broadway play to San Antonio. The solo show depicting Ann Landers’ true life drama runs through Sunday, July 31.
For more information and tickets: (210) 212-5454 or cameotheatre.org
Hay Fever
Host Organization: The Wimberley Players
Date: Friday, July 29
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: The Wimberley Playhouse
450 Old Kyle Road, Wimberley, TX
Hay Fever is a comedy by Noel Coward set in the English country home of the Bliss family in the mid-1920s. The Bliss family is blatantly unconventional and proud of it. One summer weekend, each family member has invited a guest to their country home without the knowledge of the other family members. Things develop immediately into wild situations. The play runs through August 21.
For more information and tickets: wimberleyplayers.org or (512) 847-1592
Jose Luis Rodriguez in Concert
Host Organization: EntreFlamenco Dance Space
Date: Friday, July 29
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Venue: Entre Flamenco Dance Space
5407 Bandera Road, Suite 107, San Antonio, TX
The event will feature Jose Luis Rodriguez in Concert. Jose Luis is one of the most prestigious conciertists recognized in Spain. He will be accompanied by Alex Jordan (second guitar), Felix de Lola (cante) and Antonio Granjero (dance and percussion).
For more information and reservation: (210) 842-4926
For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at
tpr.org
Host Organization: Boerne Community Theatre
Date: Friday, July 29
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Boerne Community Theatre
907 E. Blanco, Boerne, TX
In this farce by Michael Parker, only the butler really knows who's getting what after a billionnaire passes away leaving a daughter and three mistresses. The play runs through July 30.
For more information and tickets: boernetheatre.org or (830) 249-9166
The Lady with All the Answers
Host Organization: Cameo Theatre
Date: Friday, July 29
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Cameo Theatre
1123 E. Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX
Based on favorite letters and memoirs of one of the most well know advice columnist, Ann Landers, the Cameo Theatre brings this successful off-Broadway play to San Antonio. The solo show depicting Ann Landers’ true life drama runs through Sunday, July 31.
For more information and tickets: (210) 212-5454 or cameotheatre.org
Hay Fever
Host Organization: The Wimberley Players
Date: Friday, July 29
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: The Wimberley Playhouse
450 Old Kyle Road, Wimberley, TX
Hay Fever is a comedy by Noel Coward set in the English country home of the Bliss family in the mid-1920s. The Bliss family is blatantly unconventional and proud of it. One summer weekend, each family member has invited a guest to their country home without the knowledge of the other family members. Things develop immediately into wild situations. The play runs through August 21.
For more information and tickets: wimberleyplayers.org or (512) 847-1592
Jose Luis Rodriguez in Concert
Host Organization: EntreFlamenco Dance Space
Date: Friday, July 29
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Venue: Entre Flamenco Dance Space
5407 Bandera Road, Suite 107, San Antonio, TX
The event will feature Jose Luis Rodriguez in Concert. Jose Luis is one of the most prestigious conciertists recognized in Spain. He will be accompanied by Alex Jordan (second guitar), Felix de Lola (cante) and Antonio Granjero (dance and percussion).
For more information and reservation: (210) 842-4926
For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at
tpr.org
7.28.2011
Today in Arts & Culture
Who's In Bed With the Butler?
Host Organization: Boerne Community Theatre
Date: Thursday, July 28
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Venue: Boerne Community Theatre
907 E. Blanco, Boerne, TX
In this farce by Michael Parker, only the butler really knows who's getting what after a billionnaire passes away leaving a daughter and three mistresses. The play runs through July 30.
For more information and tickets: boernetheatre.org or (830) 249-9166
Bridge to War Eagle
Host Organization: Patrick Heath Public Library
Date: Thursday, July 28
Time: 6 p.m.
Venue: Patrick Heath Public Library
451 N. Main Street, Boerne Texas, Library Conference Room
The Public Library will be screening Bridge to War Eagle. This short documentary by Emmy award winning film makers Larry Foley and Dale Carpenter is about an Ozark stream and the people who love it
For more information: bridgetowareagle.com
Concerts Under the Stars: The Krayolas
Host Organization: San Antonio Botanical Garden
Date: Thursday, July 28
Time: Gates open at 6 p.m.
Venue: San Antonio Botanical Garden
555 Funston Place, San Antonio, TX
The San Antonio Botanical Garden rounds out its popular summer series. Take a step back and listen to the raw, energetic, upbeat and charming fun of the Krayolas. Hailed the Tex-Mex Beatles, they stay connected in spirit, their love of rock 'n' roll and their hometown roots. Concert-goers may bring lawn chairs and blankets but no outside food and drink.
For more information: sabot.org or (210) 829-5100
For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at tpr.org
Host Organization: Boerne Community Theatre
Date: Thursday, July 28
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Venue: Boerne Community Theatre
907 E. Blanco, Boerne, TX
In this farce by Michael Parker, only the butler really knows who's getting what after a billionnaire passes away leaving a daughter and three mistresses. The play runs through July 30.
For more information and tickets: boernetheatre.org or (830) 249-9166
Bridge to War Eagle
Host Organization: Patrick Heath Public Library
Date: Thursday, July 28
Time: 6 p.m.
Venue: Patrick Heath Public Library
451 N. Main Street, Boerne Texas, Library Conference Room
The Public Library will be screening Bridge to War Eagle. This short documentary by Emmy award winning film makers Larry Foley and Dale Carpenter is about an Ozark stream and the people who love it
For more information: bridgetowareagle.com
Concerts Under the Stars: The Krayolas
Host Organization: San Antonio Botanical Garden
Date: Thursday, July 28
Time: Gates open at 6 p.m.
Venue: San Antonio Botanical Garden
555 Funston Place, San Antonio, TX
The San Antonio Botanical Garden rounds out its popular summer series. Take a step back and listen to the raw, energetic, upbeat and charming fun of the Krayolas. Hailed the Tex-Mex Beatles, they stay connected in spirit, their love of rock 'n' roll and their hometown roots. Concert-goers may bring lawn chairs and blankets but no outside food and drink.
For more information: sabot.org or (210) 829-5100
For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at tpr.org
7.26.2011
Today in Arts & Culture
Special Exhibition Tour: The Missing Peace
Host Organization: San Antonio Museum of Art
Date: Tuesday, July 26
Time: 6 p.m.
Venue: San Antonio Museum of Art
200 West Jones Ave. San Antonio, Texas 78215
The SAMA docents will lead this insightful tour based on the works of art in The Missing Peace Exhibition.
For more information: samuseum.org
Book Signing and Reading
Host Organization: Twig Book Shop
Date: Tuesday, July 26
Time: 5 p.m.
Venue: Twig Book Shop
200 E. Grayson, Suite. 124, San Antonio, TX
Esmeralda Santiago, author of Conquistadora will be at the Twig Book Shop. In her newest novel, her protagonist, a young girl in nineteenth-century Spain is drawn to the island of Puerto Rico by a diary left by her ancestors.
For more information: thetwig.indiebound.com
Explore, Discover and Create at the Art Camp Museum Exhibit
Host Organization: Hill Country Arts Foundation
Date: Tuesday, July 26
Time: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Venue: The Point Theatre
Ingram, TX
The exhibition is planned to expand the learning and exhibition experience for art camp students that can be enjoyed by visitors of all ages. The exhibit will run through July 29.
For more information including gallery hours: hcaf.com
For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at tpr.org
Host Organization: San Antonio Museum of Art
Date: Tuesday, July 26
Time: 6 p.m.
Venue: San Antonio Museum of Art
200 West Jones Ave. San Antonio, Texas 78215
The SAMA docents will lead this insightful tour based on the works of art in The Missing Peace Exhibition.
For more information: samuseum.org
Book Signing and Reading
Host Organization: Twig Book Shop
Date: Tuesday, July 26
Time: 5 p.m.
Venue: Twig Book Shop
200 E. Grayson, Suite. 124, San Antonio, TX
Esmeralda Santiago, author of Conquistadora will be at the Twig Book Shop. In her newest novel, her protagonist, a young girl in nineteenth-century Spain is drawn to the island of Puerto Rico by a diary left by her ancestors.
For more information: thetwig.indiebound.com
Explore, Discover and Create at the Art Camp Museum Exhibit
Host Organization: Hill Country Arts Foundation
Date: Tuesday, July 26
Time: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Venue: The Point Theatre
Ingram, TX
The exhibition is planned to expand the learning and exhibition experience for art camp students that can be enjoyed by visitors of all ages. The exhibit will run through July 29.
For more information including gallery hours: hcaf.com
For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at tpr.org
7.25.2011
Today in Arts & Culture
64th Annual Texas Bandmasters Association
Host Organization: Texas Bandmasters Association
Date: Monday, July 25
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Lila Cockrell Theatre
The United States Air Force Band of the West’s Concert Band will perform. The Concert Band is the largest ensemble in the USAF Band of the West with approximately 45 musicians. Its repertoire consists of music from the Renaissance up to the present day and ranges from serious symphonic. This performance will feature works by composer Eric Ewazen. The performance will also feature the Boston Brass.
For more information: bandofthewest.af.mil
For a complete list of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at tpr.org
Host Organization: Texas Bandmasters Association
Date: Monday, July 25
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Lila Cockrell Theatre
The United States Air Force Band of the West’s Concert Band will perform. The Concert Band is the largest ensemble in the USAF Band of the West with approximately 45 musicians. Its repertoire consists of music from the Renaissance up to the present day and ranges from serious symphonic. This performance will feature works by composer Eric Ewazen. The performance will also feature the Boston Brass.
For more information: bandofthewest.af.mil
For a complete list of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at tpr.org
7.24.2011
Today in Arts & Culture
Fredericksburg Opera Fest
Host Organization: The San Antonio Opera and the Hill Country Opera League
Date: Sunday, July 24
Time: 2 p.m.
Venue: The Fredericksburg Theater Company’s Steve W Shepherd Theater
1668 Highway 87 South
The performance will feature Ava Pine, soprano and will include a piano solo arrangement by Larry Landusky. Landusky is noted for his incredible skill at the piano and his great ability to mix everything from familiar hymn tunes, opera arias, jazz, blues, gospel, soul, contemporary, baroque and classical.
For more information: (888) 669-7114, (830) 997-3588 or fredericksburgtheater.org
Dramatic Readers Theater
Host Organization: Gemini Ink
Date: Sunday, July 24
Time: 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Venue: Witte Museum
3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX
Dramatic Readers Theater presents The Demanding Gaze: Mexican Post-Revolutionary Art and its Impact in the U.S. Based on poems, stories, art criticism, songs and anecdotes from just after the Mexican Revolution to the present day. The production will trace Mexican arts development and how this creative strategy became the foundation of progressive art in the U.S., from the WPA to the Chicano movement.
For more information: (210) 734-9673 or http://www.geminiink.org/
Summer Jazz & Lunch Series
Host Organization: McNay Art Museum and Tomatillos Café y Cantina
Date: Sunday, July 24
Time: 12:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Venue: McNay Art Museum, Leeper Auditorium
Guests will hear Saxophonist John Magaldi lead the Primetime Orchestra in mainstream, big band jazz, while enjoying a Mexican buffet from Tomatillos. The buffet will be available for purchase.
For more information: mcnayart.org
Cine en el Barrio: Burnt Orange y Que!
Host Organization: Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center
Date: Sunday, July 24
Time: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Venue: Guadalupe Theater
1302 Guadalupe Street, San Antonio TX 78207
Co-presented by The Department of Radio-Television-Film at The University of Texas at Austin, this special program showcases the works of young Latino filmmakers.
For more information: (210) 271-3151 or guadalupeculturalarts.org
Who's In Bed With the Butler?
Host Organization: Boerne Community Theatre
Date: Sunday, July 24
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Venue: Boerne Community Theatre
907 E. Blanco, Boerne, TX
In this farce by Michael Parker, only the butler really knows who's getting what after a billionnaire passes away leaving a daughter and three mistresses. The play runs through July 30.
For more information and tickets: boernetheatre.org or (830) 249-9166
The Lady with All the Answers
Host Organization: Cameo Theatre
Date: Sunday, July 24
Time: 3 p.m.
Venue: Cameo Theatre
1123 E. Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX
Based on favorite letters and memoirs of one of the most well know advice columnist, Ann Landers, the Cameo Theatre brings this successful off-Broadway play to San Antonio. The solo show depicting Ann Landers’ true life drama runs through Sunday, July 31.
For more information and tickets: (210) 212-5454 or cameotheatre.org
Miss Saigon
Host Organization: Woodlawn Theatre
Date: Sunday, July 24
Time: 3 p.m.
Venue: Woodlawn Theatre
1920 Fredericksburg Road, San Antonio, TX
This musical is based on Puccini’s opera Madame Butterfly, Miss Saigon tells the tragic tale of a failed romance during the 1970’s Vietnam War. This is the final performance.
For more information and tickets: (210) 738-1117 or woodlawntheatre.com
For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at
tpr.org
Host Organization: The San Antonio Opera and the Hill Country Opera League
Date: Sunday, July 24
Time: 2 p.m.
Venue: The Fredericksburg Theater Company’s Steve W Shepherd Theater
1668 Highway 87 South
The performance will feature Ava Pine, soprano and will include a piano solo arrangement by Larry Landusky. Landusky is noted for his incredible skill at the piano and his great ability to mix everything from familiar hymn tunes, opera arias, jazz, blues, gospel, soul, contemporary, baroque and classical.
For more information: (888) 669-7114, (830) 997-3588 or fredericksburgtheater.org
Dramatic Readers Theater
Host Organization: Gemini Ink
Date: Sunday, July 24
Time: 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Venue: Witte Museum
3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX
Dramatic Readers Theater presents The Demanding Gaze: Mexican Post-Revolutionary Art and its Impact in the U.S. Based on poems, stories, art criticism, songs and anecdotes from just after the Mexican Revolution to the present day. The production will trace Mexican arts development and how this creative strategy became the foundation of progressive art in the U.S., from the WPA to the Chicano movement.
For more information: (210) 734-9673 or http://www.geminiink.org/
Summer Jazz & Lunch Series
Host Organization: McNay Art Museum and Tomatillos Café y Cantina
Date: Sunday, July 24
Time: 12:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Venue: McNay Art Museum, Leeper Auditorium
Guests will hear Saxophonist John Magaldi lead the Primetime Orchestra in mainstream, big band jazz, while enjoying a Mexican buffet from Tomatillos. The buffet will be available for purchase.
For more information: mcnayart.org
Cine en el Barrio: Burnt Orange y Que!
Host Organization: Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center
Date: Sunday, July 24
Time: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Venue: Guadalupe Theater
1302 Guadalupe Street, San Antonio TX 78207
Co-presented by The Department of Radio-Television-Film at The University of Texas at Austin, this special program showcases the works of young Latino filmmakers.
For more information: (210) 271-3151 or guadalupeculturalarts.org
Who's In Bed With the Butler?
Host Organization: Boerne Community Theatre
Date: Sunday, July 24
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Venue: Boerne Community Theatre
907 E. Blanco, Boerne, TX
In this farce by Michael Parker, only the butler really knows who's getting what after a billionnaire passes away leaving a daughter and three mistresses. The play runs through July 30.
For more information and tickets: boernetheatre.org or (830) 249-9166
The Lady with All the Answers
Host Organization: Cameo Theatre
Date: Sunday, July 24
Time: 3 p.m.
Venue: Cameo Theatre
1123 E. Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX
Based on favorite letters and memoirs of one of the most well know advice columnist, Ann Landers, the Cameo Theatre brings this successful off-Broadway play to San Antonio. The solo show depicting Ann Landers’ true life drama runs through Sunday, July 31.
For more information and tickets: (210) 212-5454 or cameotheatre.org
Miss Saigon
Host Organization: Woodlawn Theatre
Date: Sunday, July 24
Time: 3 p.m.
Venue: Woodlawn Theatre
1920 Fredericksburg Road, San Antonio, TX
This musical is based on Puccini’s opera Madame Butterfly, Miss Saigon tells the tragic tale of a failed romance during the 1970’s Vietnam War. This is the final performance.
For more information and tickets: (210) 738-1117 or woodlawntheatre.com
For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at
tpr.org
7.23.2011
Today in Arts & Culture
Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story
Host Organization: Hill Country Arts Foundation
Date: Saturday, July 23
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Venue: The Point Theatre
120 Point Theatre Road, Ingram, TX
David Cockrell directs the story of the rock ‘n roll pioneer from Lubbock, TX who changed the face of popular music. Over 20 of Buddy’s greatest hits are featured.
For more information and tickets: (830) 367-5121 or hcaf.com
Fredericksburg Opera Fest
Host Organization: The San Antonio Opera and the Hill Country Opera League
Date: Saturday, July 23
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Venue: The Fredericksburg Theater Company’s Steve W Shepherd Theater
1668 Highway 87 South
Grammy Award nominee, Ava Pine, soprano will be the featured guest. Pine will be joined by Larry Landusky. Landusky is well known throughout Texas for his solo work and accompaniment.
For more information: (888) 669-7114, (830) 997-3588 or fredericksburgtheater.org
Fredericksburg Opera Fest “After Party”
Host Organization: The San Antonio Opera and the Hill Country Opera League
Date: Saturday, July 23
Venue: The InSight Art Gallery
214 West Main Street, Fredericksburg
An ‘after party’ will be held following the Saturday Fredericksburg Opera Fest evening performance. Guest artists will perform familiar arias and Broadway show tunes. A wine and martini bar will be featured along with hors d’oeuvres.
For more information: (888) 669-7114, (830) 997-3588 or fredericksburgtheater.org
Who's In Bed With the Butler?
Host Organization: Boerne Community Theatre
Date: Saturday, July 23
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Boerne Community Theatre
907 E. Blanco, Boerne, TX
In this farce by Michael Parker, only the butler really knows who's getting what after a billionnaire passes away leaving a daughter and three mistresses. The play runs through July 30.
For more information and tickets: boernetheatre.org or (830) 249-9166
Buried Child by Sam Shepard
Host Organization: Classic Theatre of San Antonio
Date: Saturday, July 23
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Sterling Houston Theatre at Jump-Start
1400 S. Alamo, 108 Blue Star in the Blue Star Arts Complex
The Classic Theatre of San Antonio opens the 2011-2012 Season with a haunting and darkly comic masterpiece. This 1979 Pulitzer Prize winner punctures the Norman Rockwell-like exterior of American family life, revealing a disturbingly rotten core. The play runs through July 24.
For more information: (210) 589-8450 or classictheatre.org
The Lady with All the Answers
Host Organization: Cameo Theatre
Date: Saturday, July 23
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Cameo Theatre
1123 E. Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX
Based on favorite letters and memoirs of one of the most well know advice columnist, Ann Landers, the Cameo Theatre brings this successful off-Broadway play to San Antonio. The solo show depicting Ann Landers’ true life drama runs through Sunday, July 31.
For more information and tickets: (210) 212-5454 or cameotheatre.org
Miss Saigon
Host Organization: Woodlawn Theatre
Date: Saturay, July 23
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Venue: Woodlawn Theatre
1920 Fredericksburg Road, San Antonio, TX
This musical is based on Puccini’s opera Madame Butterfly, Miss Saigon tells the tragic tale of a failed romance during the 1970’s Vietnam War. The play runs through July 24.
For more information and tickets: (210) 738-1117 or woodlawntheatre.com
Frida: Un Canto de Dolor
Host Organization: Museo Alameda
Date: Saturday, July 23
Time: 6 p.m.
Venue: Museo Alameda
101 South Santa Rosa, San Antonio, TX 78207
The life of Frida Kahlo was filled with various strong feelings and incidents which are clearly expressed through her paintings. Director Allan Horwath captivates the audience through the use of actors, a slideshow, live music, singers, and two narrators who will narrate the story in both English and Spanish.
For more information: (210) 299-4300 or thealameda.org
Songs & Stories: The Clearwater Band
Host Organization: Cibolo Nature Center
Date: Saturday, July 23
Time: 7:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Venue: Cibolo Nature Center
140 City Park Road, Boerne
The Clearwater Band will bring country and blues sounds infused with Southern-rock rhythms to the Songs & Stories outdoor concert series. Proceeds benefit nature-education programs at the non-profit CNC. Guests can bring lawn chairs, blankets, picnics, kids, grandparents and nice dogs on leashes.
For more information: (830) 249-4616 or cibolo.org
For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at tpr.org
Host Organization: Hill Country Arts Foundation
Date: Saturday, July 23
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Venue: The Point Theatre
120 Point Theatre Road, Ingram, TX
David Cockrell directs the story of the rock ‘n roll pioneer from Lubbock, TX who changed the face of popular music. Over 20 of Buddy’s greatest hits are featured.
For more information and tickets: (830) 367-5121 or hcaf.com
Fredericksburg Opera Fest
Host Organization: The San Antonio Opera and the Hill Country Opera League
Date: Saturday, July 23
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Venue: The Fredericksburg Theater Company’s Steve W Shepherd Theater
1668 Highway 87 South
Grammy Award nominee, Ava Pine, soprano will be the featured guest. Pine will be joined by Larry Landusky. Landusky is well known throughout Texas for his solo work and accompaniment.
For more information: (888) 669-7114, (830) 997-3588 or fredericksburgtheater.org
Fredericksburg Opera Fest “After Party”
Host Organization: The San Antonio Opera and the Hill Country Opera League
Date: Saturday, July 23
Venue: The InSight Art Gallery
214 West Main Street, Fredericksburg
An ‘after party’ will be held following the Saturday Fredericksburg Opera Fest evening performance. Guest artists will perform familiar arias and Broadway show tunes. A wine and martini bar will be featured along with hors d’oeuvres.
For more information: (888) 669-7114, (830) 997-3588 or fredericksburgtheater.org
Who's In Bed With the Butler?
Host Organization: Boerne Community Theatre
Date: Saturday, July 23
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Boerne Community Theatre
907 E. Blanco, Boerne, TX
In this farce by Michael Parker, only the butler really knows who's getting what after a billionnaire passes away leaving a daughter and three mistresses. The play runs through July 30.
For more information and tickets: boernetheatre.org or (830) 249-9166
Buried Child by Sam Shepard
Host Organization: Classic Theatre of San Antonio
Date: Saturday, July 23
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Sterling Houston Theatre at Jump-Start
1400 S. Alamo, 108 Blue Star in the Blue Star Arts Complex
The Classic Theatre of San Antonio opens the 2011-2012 Season with a haunting and darkly comic masterpiece. This 1979 Pulitzer Prize winner punctures the Norman Rockwell-like exterior of American family life, revealing a disturbingly rotten core. The play runs through July 24.
For more information: (210) 589-8450 or classictheatre.org
The Lady with All the Answers
Host Organization: Cameo Theatre
Date: Saturday, July 23
Time: 8 p.m.
Venue: Cameo Theatre
1123 E. Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX
Based on favorite letters and memoirs of one of the most well know advice columnist, Ann Landers, the Cameo Theatre brings this successful off-Broadway play to San Antonio. The solo show depicting Ann Landers’ true life drama runs through Sunday, July 31.
For more information and tickets: (210) 212-5454 or cameotheatre.org
Miss Saigon
Host Organization: Woodlawn Theatre
Date: Saturay, July 23
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Venue: Woodlawn Theatre
1920 Fredericksburg Road, San Antonio, TX
This musical is based on Puccini’s opera Madame Butterfly, Miss Saigon tells the tragic tale of a failed romance during the 1970’s Vietnam War. The play runs through July 24.
For more information and tickets: (210) 738-1117 or woodlawntheatre.com
Frida: Un Canto de Dolor
Host Organization: Museo Alameda
Date: Saturday, July 23
Time: 6 p.m.
Venue: Museo Alameda
101 South Santa Rosa, San Antonio, TX 78207
The life of Frida Kahlo was filled with various strong feelings and incidents which are clearly expressed through her paintings. Director Allan Horwath captivates the audience through the use of actors, a slideshow, live music, singers, and two narrators who will narrate the story in both English and Spanish.
For more information: (210) 299-4300 or thealameda.org
Songs & Stories: The Clearwater Band
Host Organization: Cibolo Nature Center
Date: Saturday, July 23
Time: 7:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Venue: Cibolo Nature Center
140 City Park Road, Boerne
The Clearwater Band will bring country and blues sounds infused with Southern-rock rhythms to the Songs & Stories outdoor concert series. Proceeds benefit nature-education programs at the non-profit CNC. Guests can bring lawn chairs, blankets, picnics, kids, grandparents and nice dogs on leashes.
For more information: (830) 249-4616 or cibolo.org
For a complete listing of community events, visit the TPR Community Events Calendar at tpr.org
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