Happy New Year: What is a Moster?
Is the moster more or less effective than a traditional movie trailer? And, as an aside, what the heck is a moster anyways?
Culture
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.
Robin Williams at 2011 film festival (raw video)
Video of Robin Williams mingling with stars, fans and media alike at the 2011 Mill Valley Film Festival. No one escapes his charm and humility.
Jerry Seinfeld to appear on stage at San Jose’s Center for the Performing Arts
Jerry Seinfeld has been hailed for his uncanny ability to joke about the little things in life that relate to audiences everywhere. He's best known…
American Idiot – I got it wrong, way wrong
I look back at a 2009 review and cringe. What was I thinking when I reviewed the musical American Idiot?
SF Symphony brings on Beethoven Revolution (Review)
This motiv count changed the listening experience, as it forced you to listen through the often dense texture to pick up on repetitions happening deep…
Theater Review: Hershey Felder as ‘Monsieur Chopin’ at Berkeley Rep
“Chopin is the angel of all pianists,” says Felder, “he really was able to take piano to new heights that hadn’t been seen before him.…
Stark Insider TV: Andrew Ripp Live at Robert Mondavi Winery (Video)
Andrew Ripp talks about the music business, finding hope, and the creative process. Watch the interview, plus concert highlights from show at the Robert Mondavi…
Mighty Mojos tripping through history, powdered wigs and all
The Naked Empire Buffoon Company (Sabrina Wensky and Cara McClendon) could give John Belushi’s killer bees a run for their money. These two combine the…
Not Just a Fish Story: Moby Dick – Rehearsed (Review)
Broadly, energy on stage fits one of three patterns: the fierce, isolated intensity of Ahab, the compliant, but detached skepticism of Starbuck, and the intentionally…
Wine Country Report: Colbie Caillat, Andrew Ripp to perform at Mondavi (Video)
Colbie Caillat takes to the stage this weekend at Robert Mondavi Winery. Singer-songwriter Andrew Ripp opens.