“You’re tearing me apart!”
1955. Rebel Without A Cause. Just months later the film’s star, James Dean, would die in a head-on collision in his Porsche 550 Spyder. His legend, his…
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Explore San Francisco and Bay Area culture through theater reviews, film, contemporary art, and creative events. Featuring original artwork by Loni Stark, film reviews by Jeanne Powell, and insights by ATCA member Clinton Stark.
Sneak peek: Back Stage @ the San Jose Rep!
In case you missed it, here’s a 1 minute preview of Loni’s back stage tour with artistic director Rick Lombardo (watch his popular interview here)…
Napa Valley Film Festival in works for 2010
(UPDATE: We spoke with Marc Lhormer about the festival on a podcast. Listen in for all the latest news and details from Marc!) Cannes has…
Weekly digest: Summer catch-up edition
It must be summer. The weeks are flying by. The sun is blazing. The days though seem long. Loni reminded me again this morning that…
Is Social Media a fad?
No, according to Erik Qualman. And, heads up, get used to that name. And the title of his upcoming book, Socialnomics. Must all books and…
Rick Lombardo, artistic director at SJ Rep, on the arts, economy and upcoming season
Find out what’s in store for the flagship theater of the South Bay, the San Jose Repertory Theater. Rick Lombardo, the new artistic director, sits…
Bay Area Theater season kicks off this month
And just like that, we’re into mid-August. Which means for many San Francisco Bay Area arts fans the start of the new theater season. Expect…
Review: ‘Falling’ does well with limited Indie budget
I like films that eschew absolutes. The villain is not pure evil. The protagonist is not pure gold. Rather, characters exhibit rough and tumble human weaknesses that…
Amargosa: Strength of creative spirit amidst the desert
Amargosa is a documentary about the life and passions of Marta Becket, a dancer and artist who decided to move from the bustle of New…
AUGUST 7, 2009: South First Fridays art walk + Street Mrkt + Jazz Beyond
Anno Domini, in partnership with the San Jose Jazz Festival, hosts the Jazz Beyond stage at STREET MRKT, an indie DIY urban fair, co-presented by…