On September 7th, Philadelphia’s Miro Dance Theatre will present the World Premiere of Principles of Uncertainty at the Philadelphia Live Arts Festival. As part of the “Off the Chain” Series, the electrifying production will feature fifty drummers, fifteen dancers, two video artists, and the science of particle acceleration all on Race Street in Old City. Joined by visual artist Nadia Hironaka, sound artist Eugene Lew, and musicians, Miro’s unique performance will expound upon the principles of uncertainty. The outdoor happening is free and will take place for one night only. WHEN: Friday, September 7th, 7:45pm, 8:30pm, 9:30pm — One Night […]
KILLADELPHIA: 2 More While U Were Down The Shore
A 15-year-old is the latest victim of gun violence in Philadelphia. The teen was shot in the back at 13th and Cambria Streets on Sunday night. Paramedics rushed him to the hospital, but he died a short time later. No arrests have been made, but police think the shooting was the result of a fight a few block away.The victim is the second teenager shot to death in the city this weekend. Fifteen-year-old Brandon Suttles was killed in Strawberry Mansion early Saturday morning. His killer has not been caught either. [via 6ABC]
PAYING THE PIPER: The Real Reason Why Danny Devito Does It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia
Danny DeVito & The Contract WARNING: Adult situations, hilarity.
ROUGH JUSTICE: Attorney General Gonzales Resigns
CRAWFORD, Texas — Attorney General Alberto Gonzales has resigned, ending a months-long standoff with Republican and Democratic critics who called for his ouster over the Justice Department’s botched handling of FBI terror investigations and the firing of U.S. attorneys, officials said Monday. The likely temporary replacement for Gonzales is Solicitor General Paul Clement, who would take over until a permanent replacement is found, according to a senior administration official who spoke on condition of anonymity. Two administration officials speaking on grounds of anonymity said that Gonzales had submitted a resignation letter last Friday.These officials declined to be identified because the […]
GAYBO: She Sells Sea Shells Down By The Sea Shore
BY TOMMY ZANE GAYDAR EDITOR Nothing screams hetero entitlement and excess like a walk on the Boardwalk in “America’s Favorite Family Resort,” Ocean City, NJ. Never one to deny myself some good laughs at the expense of others, off I ran to the Shore with my Girlfriend, Raven. As we meandered past the miasma of over-priced Curly Fries Stands and petrified pizza outlets, I noticed a sign proclaiming “the crust is full of MEAT!” “And the meat is full of maggots,” I snarkily replied in my own mind. Suddenly, my attention was sideswiped by the shrill shrieks of a young […]
NPR FOR THE DEAF: We Hear It Even When You Can’t
FRESH AIR Canadian journalist Paul Watson won the 1994 Pulitizer Prize for his photograph of a dead American soldier being dragged through the streets of Mogadishu, Somalia. His war-zone work leaves him suffering from chronic post-traumatic stress, and he says the Mogadishu photo still haunts him. RADIO TIMES In his second novel, A Thousand Splendid Suns, writer KHALED HOSSEINI explores the struggles of Afghan women, who he says live in a male-dominated society where they are routinely denied freedom or dignity. Hosseini’s first novel, The Kite Runner, was also about life in his native Afghanistan. This is a rebroadcast, so […]
DRAMA: Kathy Bates Is Not Ready For Her Close-Up
Philadelphia Theater Company announced Aug. 27 that Kathy Bates will not be appearing in the previously announced world premiere production of Terrence McNally’s drama Unusual Acts of Devotion. “On the recommendation of her doctor, Kathy Bates has regretfully had to withdraw from Unusual Acts of Devotion due to health reasons,” according to PTC. “Because the world premiere play was written specifically with Ms. Bates in mind, and because the re-casting of a new actress of equal caliber could not be achieved under the time constraints, Philadelphia Theatre Company has decided to postpone the play for a future season.” The Philadelphia […]
SHADY’S BACK: The Second Cumming Of Jeff Gannon
It’s been more than two years since Jeff Gannon (birth name: James Dale Guckert) resigned from Talon News, a conservative Web site for which Gannon served as White House correspondent. At the time, some theorized that Gannon was liberally granted press access in order to ask softball questions of White House officials. Others were taken aback by nude pictures of Gannon that appeared on male escort service Web pages. A few questioned his lack of journalism education and experience. Well, Gannon’s back, and he has his claws out. Gannon will release his book, “The Great Media War: A Battlefield Report,” […]
HORROR ON THE BEN FRANKLIN: Car Knocks Motorcycle Off Bridge, Onto Delaware Ave.
A motorcyclist died early this morning, when a crash sent the bike hurling off the Ben Franklin Bridge, according to media reports. The accident, involving the motorcycle and a car, happened at 12:46 a.m. in the eastbound lanes, according to Delaware River Port Authority spokesman John Miller. He was unable to confirm whether the rider died. TV and online reports say the bike went over the bridge’s railing and landed on Delaware Avenue, killing the rider. [via PHILLY.COM] *ALSO: Firefighters in Chester stumbled onto a gruesome scene yesterday morning, when they extinguished what they thought was a simple rubbish fire. […]
HOT GOSSIP: Owen Wilson Suicide Attempt?
Actor Owen Wilson was taken to a hospital in Santa Monica, Calif., Sunday, according to a story Drudge Report linked to on Sunday. According to the report, Wilson was transported to St. John’s Hospital. Citing sources, The National Enquirer and Star magazine said the star of “Wedding Crashers” and “Starsky & Hutch” had cut his left wrist and taken an undetermined amount of pills. He was found by a family member who called for help. Santa Monica police confirmed only that the actor had been taken to a hospital, TMZ.com reported. “On Sunday Aug. 26. 2007 at 12:10 pm officers […]
SWIFTBOATING 2008: Here Comes The (Somewhat) Vast Right-Wing Conspiracy, Again
CHICAGO TRIBUNE: Several individuals and groups are organized in vocal opposition to Sen. Hillary Clinton’s presidential aspirations, including: *StopHerNow.com: This is both a Web site and an independent expenditure group dedicated to “rescuing America from the radical ideas of Hillary Clinton.” It includes cartoons called “The Hillary Show,” a “Jetsons”-like satire that portrays Clinton as a mean talk show host. The group is run and funded by Richard Collins in Dallas. Republican consultant Arthur Finkelstein founded the site and now is an adviser. *Citizens United: This conservative organization is releasing a film this fall about Clinton that “aims to […]
Dunkin’ Donuts To Go Zero Trans Fats By Mid-Oct.
BOSTON — Dunkin’ Donuts, the food-on-the-go chain whose name celebrates a treat that’s symbolic of unhealthy eating, is trying to refresh its image by largely eliminating trans fat across its menu, Homer Simpson be damned. Dunkin’ planned to announce Monday that it has developed an alternative cooking oil and reformulated more than 50 menu items — doughnuts included. The Canton, Mass.-based chain says its menu will be “zero grams trans fat” by Oct. 15 across its 5,400 U.S. restaurants in 34 states. [via THE O.C. REGISTER]
BEAT THE PRESS: Myers Calls Inky Reporter A ‘Retard’
NEW YORK The Philadelphia Phillies blew another game Saturday, and the chief goat, relief pitcher Brett Myers, then took it out on a Philadelphia Inquirer reporter. Myers had previously earned notoriety for being arrested for allegedly hitting his wife in public last year, leaving her with a bruised face. She later dropped the charges.After giving up two home runs in the ninth innings, Myers got into a shouting match last night with a reporter, Sam Carchidi, and had to be restrained. The two men started pointing and cursing at each other and Myers stood up as if to hit or […]