‘Stage combat demo’ – How to throw a punch like a pro
Barzin makes a great coach and even leads Loni through a "fight". How does she do?
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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.
The Kite Runner: Cast Interview Part 3 – ‘Kites, Afghan culture, audience reaction’
There is one last bonus part to follow with the "stage combat demo" footage.
The Kite Runner: Cast Interview Part 2 – ‘Instinct, love and acting’
It will end with a feisty stage "combat demo".
A less than graceful way to accept a challenge coin
Sometimes I write articles to entertain. However, this story which you may find amusing, is more to inform you of the way NOT to accept…
‘Always… Patsy Cline’: A toe-tapping, good time at the Grand Ole San Jose Stage Company
This musical is about a slice of Patsy Cline’s life as seen through the eyes of Louise Seger, a flamboyant and humorous fan of all…
‘War Music’ at ACT: A play full of dissonance, a symphony it is not
A bright, warm Sunday in San Francisco, Clint and I ducked into the A.C.T. theater looking forward to being transported to a different world as…
The Kite Runner: Cast Interview Part 1 – ‘Getting to know the actors’
We were able to spend some time with three of the principal actors from the cast of the white hot play 'The Kite Runner' and…
‘Afghanistan 1970-1975, Images from an Era of Peace’ (Video)
Nomadic tribes, stunning landscapes, the Buddhas of Bamian, textile markets and centuries-old architecture are reflected in the photographs.
Is now the right time for Visa to launch ‘Black’ credit card for $495 per year?
Call me skeptical, but are people ready to line up for a new Visa ‘Black’ credit card with an annual fee of $495 per year?…
‘The Kite Runner’ World Premiere: A thousand splendid standing ovations
I read Khaled Hosseini's novel, "The Kite Runner", over a year ago and still to this day, recall the story vividly. Even when these images…