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Robert Gibby Brand's character Charles Dickens captured the truest theme of the timeless holiday classic "A Christmas Carol" with one line referencing Ebenezer Scrooge's experiences. "[Scrooge] peeked into the soul of humanity," Dickens (Brand) said. But before a single person sat down for the night's festivities Nov.
The large crowd that turned out for UMKC's Saturday performance of La Bohème saw outstanding professional performances by Conservatory of Music students for the low price of $15. La Bohème showcased the talents of two Conservatory dancers. The pit orchestra, led by Dr.
'No Country for Old Men' Not since "Bride of Frankenstein" have we seen hair this creepy. It may be strange to start out a review that way, especially a review of a film like "No Country for Old Men," a modern western set in Texas, circa 1980. Yet in a way, a mentioning of hairstyle may be the best starting place for trying to process one of the most frighteningly evil characters in recent film history: Anton Chigurh.
'Old City Crows'-- New Tricks Some of the CDs I get in the mail boggle the mind. They are often hard to define or explain rationally. "Harptallica" was a doozy; parodist Richard Cheese was cheesy. Sometimes a CD comes along that makes you happy to write about music.
Diamonds are said to be a girl's best friend. Not true! Chocolate is my best friend. Others must agree, because the theobroma part of chocolate's botanical name theobroma cacao translates into food of the gods. Chocolate's deep, dark richness and its contrast between bitter and sweet make it the ultimate choice for a dessert and a perennial favorite for celebrations.
Immigration is a divisive issue. This was evident during a UMKC-hosted screening and discussion of two recent documentaries on the plight of Mexican immigrants. Passionate concerns and heated words were exchanged among participants of the Nov. 15 presentation.
Thanksgiving dinner a big hit - This year's Thanksgiving dinner in the University Center had students impressed. Most of the tables were full, and conversation was bustling. "I'm happy they kinda stepped it up," sophomore Christine Nwoha said. "I'm glad they put more into their cooking.
Tuesday, Nov. 27 The Writer's Place Series: This event features Dr. Clancy Martin, UMKC professor of philosophy speaking at 7 p.m. at the Writer's Place, 3607 Pennsylvania Ave. The Clothesline Project: Come pick up a t-shirt during business hours from the Women's Center, 105 Haag Hall, and decorate it for the display in the quad, University Center or Hospital Hill.
The lighting of the Plaza not only marks the beginning of holiday shopping; it also marks the beginning of an endless number of Christmas concerts, pageants and holiday hooplah filled with songs that have been beaten into your head since infancy. However, Saturday night I attended the Copaken Theatre's "Back Home Again: A John Denver Holiday Concert" and found myself excited for the holidays again.
