Depth & Current — Depth & Current
I like to think of him as a kindred, younger spirit to Shellac’s Steve Albini: well-thought and often intentionally shocking, not for the enjoyment of shocking people, but because shock is often a useful tool in creating provocative art. Prior to listening to “Depth & Current,” the first LP from the eponymous band comprised by…
PR BS
—“ARCHIE COMICS FIRST LOOK: ARCHIE: OBAMA & PALIN IN RIVERDALE” —“Tasty Clouds Cotton Candy Company Joins Buy Young Initiative to Promote Young Entrepreneurs” —“Golf-Related News from The Skin Cancer Foundation” —“ROB THOMAS ANNOUNCES SPECIAL INTIMATE PERFORMANCES” —“Oregon Truffle Festival Speakers Present a Major Breakthrough: The First Large-Scale Commercial Cultivation of Truffles Outside of France” —“Oklahoma…
We Were Here
Screening Wednesday, Nov. 30, at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, “We Were Here” is spare, somber and unsentimental. It is also thoroughly inspiring. Directors David Weissman and Bill Weber illustrate AIDS’ devastating impact on San Francisco by narrowing the focus to a handful of interview subjects. The interviewees — gay-rights activist Paul Boneberg, florist…
PR BS
—“ARCHIE COMICS FIRST LOOK: ARCHIE: OBAMA & PALIN IN RIVERDALE” —“Tasty Clouds Cotton Candy Company Joins Buy Young Initiative to Promote Young Entrepreneurs” —“Golf-Related News from The Skin Cancer Foundation” —“ROB THOMAS ANNOUNCES SPECIAL INTIMATE PERFORMANCES” —“Oregon Truffle Festival Speakers Present a Major Breakthrough: The First Large-Scale Commercial Cultivation of Truffles Outside of France” —“Oklahoma…
We Were Here
Screening Wednesday, Nov. 30, at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, “We Were Here” is spare, somber and unsentimental. It is also thoroughly inspiring. Directors David Weissman and Bill Weber illustrate AIDS’ devastating impact on San Francisco by narrowing the focus to a handful of interview subjects. The interviewees — gay-rights activist Paul Boneberg, florist…
The Muppets
As the flesh-and-blood star and co-screenwriter of “The Muppets,” opening in theaters today, he’s so reverent of the characters that he knows his stuff … and yet is too close to it to recognize when fandom crosses the line of accessibility. Kids may enjoy the film, but it’s really geared for their parents, who grew…
The Muppets
As the flesh-and-blood star and co-screenwriter of “The Muppets,” opening in theaters today, he’s so reverent of the characters that he knows his stuff … and yet is too close to it to recognize when fandom crosses the line of accessibility. Kids may enjoy the film, but it’s really geared for their parents, who grew…
What the flux?
That’s right: a time machine. Gary Weaver (pictured) is rebuilding a DeLorean DMC-12 to the exact specifications of the famed DeLorean time machine, as constructed by Doc Brown in the 1985 film “Back to the Future,” starring Michael J. Fox. Weaver’s car is about 99 percent identical to the car in the movie, with the…
Them Dike boys
Hailing from Austin, Texas, lo-fi punk act Dikes of Holland is wrapping up its biggest tour to date, supporting Black Joe Lewis and recent Rolling Stone cover artists The Sheepdogs. This has seen them at their very best and very worst. “It’s been mixed,” said singer/ guitarist J.P. Bohon. “We played one of our best…
Deck downtown
It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas throughout downtown Oklahoma City. Now in its 10th year, Downtown in December has done its very best to relocate the North Pole into the heart of the city in hopes of attracting locals to discover all it has to offer. “I think a lot of residents don’t…
Them Dike boys
Hailing from Austin, Texas, lo-fi punk act Dikes of Holland is wrapping up its biggest tour to date, supporting Black Joe Lewis and recent Rolling Stone cover artists The Sheepdogs. This has seen them at their very best and very worst. “It’s been mixed,” said singer/ guitarist J.P. Bohon. “We played one of our best…
Team ’coco
Now, Rinehart has a second, larger location inside Northpark Mall. Rinehart and his wife, Amber, did extensive redecorating, including adding a fireplace to its stylish interior. A friend and I stopped by on a recent rainy weeknight. We both have eaten at the Penn location and were anxious to see how the Rococo NP compared…
Bite Size: 11-23-11
GET ‘TERRITORIAL’ FOR GOOD CAUSE Plan now to attend “A Territorial Christmas Carol,” set in the days of the Oklahoma Land Run. The party starts at 7 p.m. Dec. 1 at the Pollard Theatre, 120 W. Harrison in Guthrie. A $50 VIP admission includes a preshow reception with appetizers at the Pollard Inn and preferred…
Bite Size: 11-23-11
GET ‘TERRITORIAL’ FOR GOOD CAUSE Plan now to attend “A Territorial Christmas Carol,” set in the days of the Oklahoma Land Run. The party starts at 7 p.m. Dec. 1 at the Pollard Theatre, 120 W. Harrison in Guthrie. A $50 VIP admission includes a preshow reception with appetizers at the Pollard Inn and preferred…
Team ’coco
Now, Rinehart has a second, larger location inside Northpark Mall. Rinehart and his wife, Amber, did extensive redecorating, including adding a fireplace to its stylish interior. A friend and I stopped by on a recent rainy weeknight. We both have eaten at the Penn location and were anxious to see how the Rococo NP compared…
Zombie Vs. Shark — Wunderkind/Dogs & Guns
The group does just that with this 7-inch release, recorded back in the spring at Bell Labs in Norman, mastered by Garrett Haines at Pittsburgh’s Treelady Studios and distributed in old-school fashion by Seattle’s Modern Peasant Records. “Wunderkind” and “Dogs and Guns” are the two tracks, each a piston-pumping blast of up-tempo, hooky guitar rock…
Whiskey’s rebellion
Country rock’s Whiskey Myers is a month away from taking its act boatside on a ZZ Top-hosted cruise and music festival. The party will sail from Fort Lauderdale, Fla., and make its way to the Bahamas, but the band plans to keep shenanigans to a minimum. Maybe. “I don’t know how crazy it’s going to…
Whiskey’s rebellion
Country rock’s Whiskey Myers is a month away from taking its act boatside on a ZZ Top-hosted cruise and music festival. The party will sail from Fort Lauderdale, Fla., and make its way to the Bahamas, but the band plans to keep shenanigans to a minimum. Maybe. “I don’t know how crazy it’s going to…
Meyer on fire
Migratory indie songbird Meredith Meyer and her new band are about to release an EP that could mark the Oklahoma City native as the next hipster love affair. The 2012 release will be the first new material from Meyer since 2008’s “It’s Spooky to Be Young” seduced enough Los Angeles ears to land the track…
Meyer on fire
Migratory indie songbird Meredith Meyer and her new band are about to release an EP that could mark the Oklahoma City native as the next hipster love affair. The 2012 release will be the first new material from Meyer since 2008’s “It’s Spooky to Be Young” seduced enough Los Angeles ears to land the track…
Signs of possession
Since forming in 2005, metalcore act The Devil Wears Prada has gone from anonymity in its home of Dayton, Ohio, to headlining tours, inking major-label deals and playing with the likes of Killswitch Engage and Underoath. Despite the endless amount of sex, drugs and other rock ’n’ roll vices no doubt available, the six members’…
Signs of possession
Since forming in 2005, metalcore act The Devil Wears Prada has gone from anonymity in its home of Dayton, Ohio, to headlining tours, inking major-label deals and playing with the likes of Killswitch Engage and Underoath. Despite the endless amount of sex, drugs and other rock ’n’ roll vices no doubt available, the six members’…
Meal and a show
Art Moves works on the premise that if you can’t bring the people to the art, then bring the art to the people. Every afternoon for an hour, usually from noon to 1 p.m., the Arts Council travels around Oklahoma City to put on art events with artists, musicians or dancers. The idea for the…
Meal and a show
Art Moves works on the premise that if you can’t bring the people to the art, then bring the art to the people. Every afternoon for an hour, usually from noon to 1 p.m., the Arts Council travels around Oklahoma City to put on art events with artists, musicians or dancers. The idea for the…
Dust off your tights
“The Nutcracker” is a crowd favorite and one of the best-known ballets of all-time, but with nearly all companies across the country performing it every Christmas, the show can get a little tired for the dancers. Marjorie Kovich, artistic director at Norman Ballet Company, decided to put her own spin — or pirouette — on…
Terrorizers
If dealing with relatives all Thanksgiving weekend isn’t scary enough for you, then how about a haunted house? Yes, a haunted house. At the end of November. The Terror on 10th Street house is now open for “A Haunted Thanksgiving,” after Halloween clientele urged the owners to open the local horror hot spot for other…
Dust off your tights
“The Nutcracker” is a crowd favorite and one of the best-known ballets of all-time, but with nearly all companies across the country performing it every Christmas, the show can get a little tired for the dancers. Marjorie Kovich, artistic director at Norman Ballet Company, decided to put her own spin — or pirouette — on…
Blades of glory
Opening Friday, the rink has been built on a field behind the dealership, located at 1221 Ed Noble Parkway off Interstate 35. What better way to spread some holiday cheer and help fight childhood hunger? The festive atmosphere will include holiday music, sponsor-decorated trees, lights and decorations related to classic Christmas movies, including “Rudolph the…
Smag 7: Open up!
Hideaway Pizza5950 W. Memorial 470-4777 This state-founded pie palace serves up all things fresh and delicious. Try the fried mushrooms for starters. Follow up with the Big Country, which packs quite the punch with kielbasa, Cheddar, mozzarella and Hideaway’s signature red sauce. Service is informal and friendly, so don’t shy away if you’re wearing T-shirts…
Smag 7: Open up!
Hideaway Pizza5950 W. Memorial 470-4777 This state-founded pie palace serves up all things fresh and delicious. Try the fried mushrooms for starters. Follow up with the Big Country, which packs quite the punch with kielbasa, Cheddar, mozzarella and Hideaway’s signature red sauce. Service is informal and friendly, so don’t shy away if you’re wearing T-shirts…
Infantile argument
Dan Skerbitz, co-founder and director of Personhood Oklahoma, is seeking 150,000 signatures for an initiative petition so Oklahomans can vote to amend the constitution to state that life begins at fertilization. He may be facing an uphill battle, however; in Colorado and Mississippi, similar measures were blocked, like sperm by a heavy-duty diaphragm. Skerbitz told…
Hasta la vista, Blair-by?
Among those opposed to the measure was Paul Blair, pastor of Fairview Baptist Church — in Edmond, not OKC — who asked the council, “Why are we creating a special class of protection for someone’s behavior? We’re not talking about civil rights. This is not a gender, or this is not a race.” The day…
Magic Trip
In the summer of 1964, “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” novelist Ken Kesey and a dozen friends and hangerson piled into an old school bus and journeyed from the hills of Northern California to the World’s Fair in New York City. Along the way, the “Merry Pranksters,” as they called themselves, took LSD, had…
Magic Trip
In the summer of 1964, “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” novelist Ken Kesey and a dozen friends and hangerson piled into an old school bus and journeyed from the hills of Northern California to the World’s Fair in New York City. Along the way, the “Merry Pranksters,” as they called themselves, took LSD, had…
Hasta la vista, Blair-by?
Among those opposed to the measure was Paul Blair, pastor of Fairview Baptist Church — in Edmond, not OKC — who asked the council, “Why are we creating a special class of protection for someone’s behavior? We’re not talking about civil rights. This is not a gender, or this is not a race.” The day…
What the pho?
It is a broth-based soup served hot with rice noodles; items on the side include basil, mint leaves, lime, bean sprouts and jalapeños. Vary the spice level with Sriracha, fish, chile or hoisin sauces, and it’s the perfect antidote for wintertime blues or sniffles. Pho Lien Hoa, 901 N.W. 23rd, is a longtime favorite among…
Infantile argument
Dan Skerbitz, co-founder and director of Personhood Oklahoma, is seeking 150,000 signatures for an initiative petition so Oklahomans can vote to amend the constitution to state that life begins at fertilization. He may be facing an uphill battle, however; in Colorado and Mississippi, similar measures were blocked, like sperm by a heavy-duty diaphragm. Skerbitz told…
What the pho?
It is a broth-based soup served hot with rice noodles; items on the side include basil, mint leaves, lime, bean sprouts and jalapeños. Vary the spice level with Sriracha, fish, chile or hoisin sauces, and it’s the perfect antidote for wintertime blues or sniffles. Pho Lien Hoa, 901 N.W. 23rd, is a longtime favorite among…
The Descendants
The travels undertaken by George Clooney’s harried, married Matt King character in this dramedy are done so mostly via plane, as he criss-crosses three of Hawaii’s eight islands in search of a stranger he doesn’t want to face, but stalks with great determination nonetheless. An attorney, Matt’s laid-back life is hit with a metaphorical tsunami…
On-fire farce
Set in a New York City restaurant kitchen, Tom Rooney’s “Flaming Idiots” is a contemporary farce that has nothing to do with mentally deficient homosexuals, but instead follows the entrepreneurial misadventures of two former postal employees in their attempt to run a gourmet health-food restaurant. One problem: Carl and Phil have no idea what they’re…
The Descendants
The travels undertaken by George Clooney’s harried, married Matt King character in this dramedy are done so mostly via plane, as he criss-crosses three of Hawaii’s eight islands in search of a stranger he doesn’t want to face, but stalks with great determination nonetheless. An attorney, Matt’s laid-back life is hit with a metaphorical tsunami…
On-fire farce
Set in a New York City restaurant kitchen, Tom Rooney’s “Flaming Idiots” is a contemporary farce that has nothing to do with mentally deficient homosexuals, but instead follows the entrepreneurial misadventures of two former postal employees in their attempt to run a gourmet health-food restaurant. One problem: Carl and Phil have no idea what they’re…
Yes you can, Istvan
Celebrating its fourth anniversary, Istvan Gallery showcases the works of six artists, one of whom new to its space, but certainly not to the metro arts scene: Kristen Vails, the executive director of the Plaza District Association. Approximately 10 of Vails’ acrylic and latex paintings of horses are on display through Jan. 30, 2012. “I…
‘Coat’ of charms
From Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, the biblically inspired “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” is a family-friendly musical opening Friday at Sooner Theatre about the Old Testament story of Joseph and, yes, his coat of many colors. The favorite son and prone to prophetic dreams, Joseph is sold into slavery as a boy…
Yes you can, Istvan
Celebrating its fourth anniversary, Istvan Gallery showcases the works of six artists, one of whom new to its space, but certainly not to the metro arts scene: Kristen Vails, the executive director of the Plaza District Association. Approximately 10 of Vails’ acrylic and latex paintings of horses are on display through Jan. 30, 2012. “I…
‘Coat’ of charms
From Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, the biblically inspired “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” is a family-friendly musical opening Friday at Sooner Theatre about the Old Testament story of Joseph and, yes, his coat of many colors. The favorite son and prone to prophetic dreams, Joseph is sold into slavery as a boy…
Santa’s on a Segway
Among the many events slated for the seventh annual Downtown in December celebration are periodic visits from Santa Claus. You can’t miss him: He’s ditched his sleigh for a Segway. Throughout the rest of the year, Santa will appear at various Downtown in December events, giving away Sonic gift cards and certificates redeemable for a…
Let’s talk Turkey Trot
Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, football and food, but the YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City would like to make it a time for fitness and philanthropy, too. On Thursday, the Y hosts its Turkey Trot in downtown, which includes a one-mile fun run, a 5K run and a 5K dog run. Proceeds will…
Let’s talk Turkey Trot
Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, football and food, but the YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City would like to make it a time for fitness and philanthropy, too. On Thursday, the Y hosts its Turkey Trot in downtown, which includes a one-mile fun run, a 5K run and a 5K dog run. Proceeds will…
Bring the bling
But I’d like to report that my resolution for 2011 has been successful, thanks to the guidance of friends and local shops. Since my bedazzled lids have been lifted, I’ve eagerly embraced what this city has to offer in the way of bling. First up, if you’ve not been to French Cowgirl (4514 N. Western,…
Bah, humbug!
Last year, his boycott of Tulsa’s Holiday Parade of Lights made national headlines, when Inhofe said, “Until the parade is again named the Christmas Parade of Lights, I will not participate.” It’s parade time again: Will Inhofe take a lesson from Ebenezer Scrooge and redeem last year’s sins by keeping Christmas alive in his own…
‘Justified’ cause
On Oct. 19, Oklahoma Gazette published the top 10 residential and top 10 commercial users of Oklahoma City water. At No. 8 on the list of residential users provided by the city was an account for Rodney and Shauna Timms, 7515 S.W. 119th, showing around 2.1 million gallons of water used between September 2010 to…
Keen on Keenan
The result is Stallion Red Meritage, a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot available by the bottle beginning in December. A custom wine is a rare departure for Keenan, but Oklahoma is one of his best markets. Rick Naifeh, owner of Premium Brands, which represents Keenan in the Sooner State, said it’s the…
Bah, humbug!
Last year, his boycott of Tulsa’s Holiday Parade of Lights made national headlines, when Inhofe said, “Until the parade is again named the Christmas Parade of Lights, I will not participate.” It’s parade time again: Will Inhofe take a lesson from Ebenezer Scrooge and redeem last year’s sins by keeping Christmas alive in his own…
Keen on Keenan
The result is Stallion Red Meritage, a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot available by the bottle beginning in December. A custom wine is a rare departure for Keenan, but Oklahoma is one of his best markets. Rick Naifeh, owner of Premium Brands, which represents Keenan in the Sooner State, said it’s the…
‘Justified’ cause
On Oct. 19, Oklahoma Gazette published the top 10 residential and top 10 commercial users of Oklahoma City water. At No. 8 on the list of residential users provided by the city was an account for Rodney and Shauna Timms, 7515 S.W. 119th, showing around 2.1 million gallons of water used between September 2010 to…
Bah, humbug!
Last year, his boycott of Tulsa’s Holiday Parade of Lights made national headlines, when Inhofe said, “Until the parade is again named the Christmas Parade of Lights, I will not participate.” It’s parade time again: Will Inhofe take a lesson from Ebenezer Scrooge and redeem last year’s sins by keeping Christmas alive in his own…
‘Justified’ cause
On Oct. 19, Oklahoma Gazette published the top 10 residential and top 10 commercial users of Oklahoma City water. At No. 8 on the list of residential users provided by the city was an account for Rodney and Shauna Timms, 7515 S.W. 119th, showing around 2.1 million gallons of water used between September 2010 to…
Keen on Keenan
The result is Stallion Red Meritage, a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot available by the bottle beginning in December. A custom wine is a rare departure for Keenan, but Oklahoma is one of his best markets. Rick Naifeh, owner of Premium Brands, which represents Keenan in the Sooner State, said it’s the…
‘No excuse to cheer destruction’
Reiger claims to have been sympathetic to Israel until he learned that the state of Israel is really on land that belonged to the Arabs since the Middle Ages, land that was thus taken away from the indigenous Arabs in 1948 and turned into a Jewish homeland by Britain. First, I would point out that…
Protective measures
The measure faced strong opposition from some Oklahoma City-area churches, but also was praised by other area groups and individuals. Proponents and opponents filled the City Council chambers to capacity, waiting for their turn to speak on the issue. The proposal, authored by Ward 2 Councilman Ed Shadid, passed 7-2, with Ward 7 Councilman Ronald…
Stickin’ with the union
Unfortunately, however, it’s just about all that the local Philistines and their legions of sycophantic “yes” men, puppet politicians and bureaucrats have left to offer us. We who spent 15 years of our lives fighting for Union Station well understood that, without it, a real, comprehensive, regional rail system would be impossible in our lifetimes.…
Life is an expressway
Keith Angier, executive vice president of MacArthur Associated Consultants, who has worked with the city and the state Department of Transportation on the realignment since 1995, made a short presentation to the MAPS 3 Convention Center Subcommittee at its Nov. 15 meeting to outline plans for the boulevard. Paid for by ODOT and estimated to…
On the wrong track?
The indication that the loss of the Union terminal in Oklahoma City occurred as a result of its interference with the proposed Interstate 40 Crosstown Expressway is seriously misleading. Purchase of OKC’s Union terminal for less than $2 million as a future rail hub was endorsed in a 1989 letter signed by Neal McCaleb, then…
On the wrong track?
The indication that the loss of the Union terminal in Oklahoma City occurred as a result of its interference with the proposed Interstate 40 Crosstown Expressway is seriously misleading. Purchase of OKC’s Union terminal for less than $2 million as a future rail hub was endorsed in a 1989 letter signed by Neal McCaleb, then…
Protective measures
The measure faced strong opposition from some Oklahoma City-area churches, but also was praised by other area groups and individuals. Proponents and opponents filled the City Council chambers to capacity, waiting for their turn to speak on the issue. The proposal, authored by Ward 2 Councilman Ed Shadid, passed 7-2, with Ward 7 Councilman Ronald…
‘No excuse to cheer destruction’
Reiger claims to have been sympathetic to Israel until he learned that the state of Israel is really on land that belonged to the Arabs since the Middle Ages, land that was thus taken away from the indigenous Arabs in 1948 and turned into a Jewish homeland by Britain. First, I would point out that…
‘No excuse to cheer destruction’
Reiger claims to have been sympathetic to Israel until he learned that the state of Israel is really on land that belonged to the Arabs since the Middle Ages, land that was thus taken away from the indigenous Arabs in 1948 and turned into a Jewish homeland by Britain. First, I would point out that…
Stickin’ with the union
Unfortunately, however, it’s just about all that the local Philistines and their legions of sycophantic “yes” men, puppet politicians and bureaucrats have left to offer us. We who spent 15 years of our lives fighting for Union Station well understood that, without it, a real, comprehensive, regional rail system would be impossible in our lifetimes.…
Stickin’ with the union
Unfortunately, however, it’s just about all that the local Philistines and their legions of sycophantic “yes” men, puppet politicians and bureaucrats have left to offer us. We who spent 15 years of our lives fighting for Union Station well understood that, without it, a real, comprehensive, regional rail system would be impossible in our lifetimes.…
On the wrong track?
The indication that the loss of the Union terminal in Oklahoma City occurred as a result of its interference with the proposed Interstate 40 Crosstown Expressway is seriously misleading. Purchase of OKC’s Union terminal for less than $2 million as a future rail hub was endorsed in a 1989 letter signed by Neal McCaleb, then…
Life is an expressway
Keith Angier, executive vice president of MacArthur Associated Consultants, who has worked with the city and the state Department of Transportation on the realignment since 1995, made a short presentation to the MAPS 3 Convention Center Subcommittee at its Nov. 15 meeting to outline plans for the boulevard. Paid for by ODOT and estimated to…
Life is an expressway
Keith Angier, executive vice president of MacArthur Associated Consultants, who has worked with the city and the state Department of Transportation on the realignment since 1995, made a short presentation to the MAPS 3 Convention Center Subcommittee at its Nov. 15 meeting to outline plans for the boulevard. Paid for by ODOT and estimated to…
Talking turkey
While President Obama is pardoning two turkeys for Thanksgiving, every one of us has that same presidential power by choosing a nonviolent Thanksgiving observance that spares a turkey’s life. And here are some good reasons: —You are what you eat. Who wants to be a “Butterball”? —Fruits and vegetables don’t have to carry government warning…
Talking turkey
While President Obama is pardoning two turkeys for Thanksgiving, every one of us has that same presidential power by choosing a nonviolent Thanksgiving observance that spares a turkey’s life. And here are some good reasons: —You are what you eat. Who wants to be a “Butterball”? —Fruits and vegetables don’t have to carry government warning…
Talking turkey
While President Obama is pardoning two turkeys for Thanksgiving, every one of us has that same presidential power by choosing a nonviolent Thanksgiving observance that spares a turkey’s life. And here are some good reasons: —You are what you eat. Who wants to be a “Butterball”? —Fruits and vegetables don’t have to carry government warning…
Protective measures
The measure faced strong opposition from some Oklahoma City-area churches, but also was praised by other area groups and individuals. Proponents and opponents filled the City Council chambers to capacity, waiting for their turn to speak on the issue. The proposal, authored by Ward 2 Councilman Ed Shadid, passed 7-2, with Ward 7 Councilman Ronald…
Thankful for change
The things I give thanks for have not changed much over the past couple of decades, but I have added something very important this year: Last week’s City Council vote to include “sexual orientation” in Oklahoma City’s nondiscrimination policy. I am not now — and probably never will be — employed by Oklahoma City. So…
Thankful for change
The things I give thanks for have not changed much over the past couple of decades, but I have added something very important this year: Last week’s City Council vote to include “sexual orientation” in Oklahoma City’s nondiscrimination policy. I am not now — and probably never will be — employed by Oklahoma City. So…
Thankful for change
The things I give thanks for have not changed much over the past couple of decades, but I have added something very important this year: Last week’s City Council vote to include “sexual orientation” in Oklahoma City’s nondiscrimination policy. I am not now — and probably never will be — employed by Oklahoma City. So…
Twin Peaks offers diners a different kind of Black Friday
Then celebrate Black Friday in a new way with an all-day event at Twin Peaks at 3109 W. Memorial. The Twin Peaks Girls of Oklahoma will bust out their best black lingerie for a “Real Black Friday” costume party. The party coincides with the launch of the chain’s Man Card promotion. Admission is free. For…
Twin Peaks offers diners a different kind of Black Friday
Then celebrate Black Friday in a new way with an all-day event at Twin Peaks at 3109 W. Memorial. The Twin Peaks Girls of Oklahoma will bust out their best black lingerie for a “Real Black Friday” costume party. The party coincides with the launch of the chain’s Man Card promotion. Admission is free. For…
Twin Peaks offers diners a different kind of Black Friday
Then celebrate Black Friday in a new way with an all-day event at Twin Peaks at 3109 W. Memorial. The Twin Peaks Girls of Oklahoma will bust out their best black lingerie for a “Real Black Friday” costume party. The party coincides with the launch of the chain’s Man Card promotion. Admission is free. For…
Kidnapped
It’s the first one. In less than five minutes, the Spanish-language “Kidnapped” already has packed in about as much tension and action as many films can muster across their whole. You may wonder how director Miguel Ángel Vivas can keep the pace going; you may not be surprised to learn he doesn’t as the movie-length…
Kidnapped
It’s the first one. In less than five minutes, the Spanish-language “Kidnapped” already has packed in about as much tension and action as many films can muster across their whole. You may wonder how director Miguel Ángel Vivas can keep the pace going; you may not be surprised to learn he doesn’t as the movie-length…
Kidnapped
It’s the first one. In less than five minutes, the Spanish-language “Kidnapped” already has packed in about as much tension and action as many films can muster across their whole. You may wonder how director Miguel Ángel Vivas can keep the pace going; you may not be surprised to learn he doesn’t as the movie-length…
The Family Tree / Father of Invention
I mean you, “The Family Tree.” In director Vivi Friedman’s debut, Hope Davis (“Real Steel”) shines — but only because she’s Hope Davis — as Bunnie, the bitchy, spoiled, unfaithful wife to nerdish Jack (Dermot Mulroney, “J. Edgar”) and unloving mother to a Bible-beating, gun-crazy son (Max Thieriot, “My Soul to Take”) and a slutty…
The Family Tree / Father of Invention
I mean you, “The Family Tree.” In director Vivi Friedman’s debut, Hope Davis (“Real Steel”) shines — but only because she’s Hope Davis — as Bunnie, the bitchy, spoiled, unfaithful wife to nerdish Jack (Dermot Mulroney, “J. Edgar”) and unloving mother to a Bible-beating, gun-crazy son (Max Thieriot, “My Soul to Take”) and a slutty…
The Family Tree / Father of Invention
I mean you, “The Family Tree.” In director Vivi Friedman’s debut, Hope Davis (“Real Steel”) shines — but only because she’s Hope Davis — as Bunnie, the bitchy, spoiled, unfaithful wife to nerdish Jack (Dermot Mulroney, “J. Edgar”) and unloving mother to a Bible-beating, gun-crazy son (Max Thieriot, “My Soul to Take”) and a slutty…
okcBIZ 2011 Fittest Execs and Corporate Wellness award winners announced
The Fittest Execs program, presented by St. Anthony, and in partnership with the YMCA and Oklahoma State Department of Health, is a new initiative by okcBIZ magazine to identify, recognize, reward and promote area executives who prioritize health and fitness in their lives and at their organizations, and to recognize employers who provide wellness programs…
Night Watch
Now on DVD courtesy of Warner Archive, the 1973 thriller casts Taylor as Ellen Wheeler, a woman of privilege, which means she doesn’t have a whole helluva lot to do around the huge house she calls home. Therefore, looking out the window is a viable option, and one night, she swears she sees her dead…
Night Watch
Now on DVD courtesy of Warner Archive, the 1973 thriller casts Taylor as Ellen Wheeler, a woman of privilege, which means she doesn’t have a whole helluva lot to do around the huge house she calls home. Therefore, looking out the window is a viable option, and one night, she swears she sees her dead…
Night Watch
Now on DVD courtesy of Warner Archive, the 1973 thriller casts Taylor as Ellen Wheeler, a woman of privilege, which means she doesn’t have a whole helluva lot to do around the huge house she calls home. Therefore, looking out the window is a viable option, and one night, she swears she sees her dead…
Hollywood Party / The Lost Stooges
In the purposely plotless hour extravaganza, now on DVD from Warner Archive, Jimmy Durante loosely acts as the viewer’s guide through a harmless, happy-go-lucky who’s who of Hollywood at the time. Cameos don’t abound so much as provide the foundation, walls and ceiling. In this story, Durante is the superstar of many a jungle picture,…
Hollywood Party / The Lost Stooges
In the purposely plotless hour extravaganza, now on DVD from Warner Archive, Jimmy Durante loosely acts as the viewer’s guide through a harmless, happy-go-lucky who’s who of Hollywood at the time. Cameos don’t abound so much as provide the foundation, walls and ceiling. In this story, Durante is the superstar of many a jungle picture,…
Hollywood Party / The Lost Stooges
In the purposely plotless hour extravaganza, now on DVD from Warner Archive, Jimmy Durante loosely acts as the viewer’s guide through a harmless, happy-go-lucky who’s who of Hollywood at the time. Cameos don’t abound so much as provide the foundation, walls and ceiling. In this story, Durante is the superstar of many a jungle picture,…
Mortal Kombat: Legacy
Maybe “Mortal Kombat,” a compilation of nine episodes roughly 10 minutes apiece, is the spark for another flick’s flame. Directed by Kevin Tancheroen (“Glee: The 3D Concert Movie,” of all things), the series isn’t what you’d expect, mainly because they purposely don’t combine to tell a single story. The first two installments may be the…
Mortal Kombat: Legacy
Maybe “Mortal Kombat,” a compilation of nine episodes roughly 10 minutes apiece, is the spark for another flick’s flame. Directed by Kevin Tancheroen (“Glee: The 3D Concert Movie,” of all things), the series isn’t what you’d expect, mainly because they purposely don’t combine to tell a single story. The first two installments may be the…
Mortal Kombat: Legacy
Maybe “Mortal Kombat,” a compilation of nine episodes roughly 10 minutes apiece, is the spark for another flick’s flame. Directed by Kevin Tancheroen (“Glee: The 3D Concert Movie,” of all things), the series isn’t what you’d expect, mainly because they purposely don’t combine to tell a single story. The first two installments may be the…
Paul Simon — One Trick Pony / Hearts and Bones / Graceland / The Rhythm of the Saints
I’ve got a huge respect for anybody who, at 70 (or more) years old, still gets around and plays shows, and I approached these four albums — his fifth through eighth solo records, all released on Warner Bros. — with due reverence. They’re newly available in remastered editions, each with a bonus disc of rarities.…
