Books can be difficult to teach for several reasons. They can be too stuffy, profane, archaic, mundane or pretentious. There are many students who would happily banish novels like these from their classrooms, but there exists a whole category of books that aren't regularly taught for a simple logistical reason: they are too long.
The Daily earlier this semester reviewed the Speakeasy Stage Company production of "Next Fall." This is a preview of the on-campus production of the same play.
Given my enthusiasm for food and my lack of shame in dropping obvious hints, I get invited to some amazing dinner parties. Last week, I received such an invitation: My classmate, Andrew, was throwing a party to thank his host family for its hospitality. Andrew had met the couple in question through CouchSurfing.org, and they had put him up when he first arrived from Taiwan.
The experience of dining out is often a series of compromises. The "either−or" scenario leaves diners weighing the importance of service or ambiance in relation to the quality of food. Generally, if the food is good, diners will overlook subpar service or ambiance. Yet, the holistic dining experience is more than what appears on the plate; rather, it is the aggregate of miniscule details.
Taking indulgence to a new level, let's venture into the world of drug−addled, paranoia−fueled hysteria. It's Vegas, baby. Author: Hunter S. Thompson Title: "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas: A Savage Journey to the Heart of the American Dream" (1972) Number of Pages: 204 in the 1998 Vintage Edition Out Now: "The Rum Diary" (2011)
With successes like "Mystic River" (2003) and "Letters from Iwo Jima" (2006), critics and fans have come to expect a lot from director Clint Eastwood. Thus, the hype surrounding "J. Edgar" was nothing less than lofty. Sadly, this time around, Eastwood disappointed, as the John Edgar Hoover biopic failed to meet its expectations.
As you can probably tell by its name, Mooo… is a steakhouse. But it's not just any steakhouse. Mooo… boasts the title of the best steakhouse in Boston as rated by Boston Magazine and is reputably one of the city's 50 best restaurants of 2011. This is something I can personally attest to.
"Aphrodite and the Gods of Love" is on view at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA) through February 2012. The exhibit beautifully pieces together representations of the goddess of love and beauty from a variety of ancient civilizations. The most prominent medium represented is sculpture, but the exhibit also boasts pottery, frescoes, jewelry and small figurines. The works on view largely hail from the MFA's Classical holdings, and are cohesively presented despite their diversity in media, era and cultural association.
Boasting successes like "Mad Men," "Breaking Bad" and "The Walking Dead," AMC undoubtedly knows what audiences want. With this past Sunday's debut of "Hell on Wheels," it remains to be seen whether or not this new addition will add to AMC's growing repertoire of exceptional shows.
Some films leave you smiling. Others leave you shaking your head in utter disappointment. Then, there are those forgettable films that earn a simple shrug and a "so what?" Though "Oranges and Sunshine" tries desperately to avoid this outcome, it fully succumbs to the latter category.
"I came here to ask you … Of your seven children, am I the most screwed up?" Goel Pinto asks his mother in her kitchen after a montage of photos appears on screen.
When I considered the food options I would find in America, I stereotypically expected burgers, ribs, fried chicken and carb-heavy, fat-laden food. I was somewhat surprised to have hitherto discovered my sweet tooth since my arrival here. Formerly somewhat of a "savory" girl, I shunned chocolate in favor of olives, cheese and chips, and tended to crave salt more than sugar. However, although I am still partial to an olive or 12, my sweet tooth has definitely emerged, thanks especially to two establishments: The Danish Pastry House and J.P. Licks.
Living Dead Uprising: BOSTON: Swing by Johnny D's Uptown Restaurant and Music Club in Davis Square for a night of zombie fun. The venue will provide makeup and fake blood, unleash its zombies on Davis Square and welcome them back later in the evening with live music by Flow Tribe and Racky Thomas. 21+ only. Tonight at 6 p.m. at Johnny D's. Tickets are available at LivingDeadUprising.com for $15.
Adapted for the stage by husband and wife duo Conor and Judy Hegarty Lovett, the Gare St. Lazare Players Ireland's production of "Moby Dick" remains astonishingly true to the Melville classic. In their production, the Lovetts manage to include the story's important plot details without losing any of the witty lyricism of its narrator, Ishmael. Like the novel, their "Moby Dick" manages to seem at once modern and utterly timeless, focused as it is on the uniquely human sentiments of vengefulness and obsession.
Childhood fame is notorious for producing less than savory characters. Here's a tribute to the fit few who braved the paparazzi and managed to have semi-functional adult lives.
Considering that The Sea and Cake's self-titled debut first appeared in 1994, it's impressive that these guys are still even active in the indie scene, which generally thrives on transient personalities and young, undeveloped talent. Ever since its startup, the band has separated itself from its contemporaries with its seemingly boundless variety of influences — from the surf rock-laced tracks on its debut to the Steely Dan-esque guitars on "Oui" (2000), to the gloriously uncharacteristic snippets of electronica on this year's "The Moonlight Butterfly."
A 20−minute PowerPoint presentation by freshmen Johnathan Kent and Erica Santos may at first seem like a culinary guide for tourists of the Rhône−Alpes region in France. They describe chestnuts from Ardèche, blood−red cherries from the Alps, Reblochon cheese from Haute−Savoie, green liqueur brewed by monks and the region's abundance of "raclette," a sizzling wheel of cheese so hot that the top simmers off into a savory mousse, spreadable on a crusty loaf of baguette. After working up the appetites of 12 students in a classroom at Miner Hall, these freshmen serve up their own raclette heated up in a portable fondue stove.
Perhaps more than any love story to grace the stage of ballet theaters throughout history, "Romeo and Juliet" demands your attention. The production calls for the portrayal of political intrigue along with forbidden desire and heart wrenching tragedy — and that's just the plot.
Each episode starts with the same line: "Hi, I'm Chuck. Here are a few things you need to know." Well, current and potential viewers, here is what everyone needs to know about "Chuck": The show is fantastic.
