From Kos: At one point, the GOP was bursting with enthusiasm about gaining back their long-lost and well-deserved House majority, and high on their target list for this goal were seats like North Carolina’s Republican-leaning 11th District, now represented by freshman Democrat Heath Shuler. Except that their candidate has now suspended his campaign. Republican Congressional candidate Carl Mumpower has suspended … Read More
Man Of Principle
Not sure I would have the guts to do this, but good for him: L.F. Eason III gave up the only job he’d ever had rather than lower a flag to honor former U.S. Sen. Jesse Helms. Eason, a 29-year veteran of the state Department of Agriculture, instructed his staff at a small Raleigh lab not to fly the U.S. … Read More
The Forecast Calls For Smoke
Smoke?!? Really? Never heard that before. But sure enough, that’s what the forecast says: "Partly cloudy with isolated thunderstorms possible. Areas of smoke reducing visibilities at times." The reason, as it turns out: Smoke and haze wafting over the region from two North Carolina wildfires should begin to clear later this morning, according to the National Weather Service. The sources … Read More
They Just Can’t Stop [Gay Marriage in NC and CA]
Here we go again. Just one day into the 2008 legislative session, Sen. Jim Forrester (R-Gaston) once again filed an anti-LGBT, anti-marriage state constitutional amendment. A similar bill is expected in the state House. Equality North Carolina is working to defeat these attempts to write discrimination into our state constitution. The proposed bill mirrors those introduced in the last four … Read More
Not Done Yet
Something west of us in Yadkin County brewing. Guess we’re not out of the woods yet. Power is out lots of places. I-40 eastbound closed. I have power. (Yes, I’m blogging from my cell in bed) Live local news stream available by clicking here UPDATE (12:54 a.m.): The tornado warning has been extended to 4 a.m., but it is pretty … Read More
Tornado!
Well, this would be kind of exciting if it wasn’t so scary. All’s fine here in Lewisville – the worst has passed. But Greensboro is having a rough time.
“The Nebula of Georgia” Is A Hit!
Very positive review from the Greensboro News and Record (sorry, only dead-tree version), praising every cast member as well as the play itself: "familiar characters in a fun dramedy…southern flavor penned by a damn Yankee…it’s easy to see this enjoyable show becoming a staple for the theatre…characters are well drawn and familiar…this show is likely to sell out!" Gotta love … Read More
Opening Night
Little nervous about "The Nebula of Georgia" — it’s a new space for me — but I think it’s going to be pretty good. Advance sales are doing well…..
Jekyll & Hyde
I have to say, David Joy was every bit as good in Jekyll & Hyde as this article suggests. A real tour de force. His duet with himself as both Jekyll and Hyde was fun to watch. Also standing out was Courtney Willis as Emma. A gorgeous voice. The entire ensemble was sharp and crisp. Fantastic staging. But the show … Read More
Local Theatre: Jekyll & Hyde
Despite some internal problems (which I shall not go into), it looks like the show is a success, and if the review is right, it’s due to the stagework of David Joy: With its current production of Jekyll & Hyde, the Little Theatre of Winston-Salem is taking on quite a challenge, one that proved worthwhile during last night’s sneak-preview performance. … Read More
The Nebula Of Georgia On Triad Arts Up Close
Listen to podcast (mp3 format) with author/director Joe Nierle, and performers Maryann Ludkey and Brad Crawford. Bonus podcast: Jamie Lawson and others discussing the upcoming "High School Musical" at CTG.
Promotional Shot For “The Nebula Of Georgia”
Love working with Kelly…. The Nebula of Georgia runs April 10 – April 19; Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m.; Sunday at 2:00 Tickets and info here.
Swamped
Light and/or intermittant blogging for a while. Work is a bear. And I’m in rehearsal for two shows: (1) The Nebula of Georgia, playing at Open Space Theatre on April 10-12, and April 17-19, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m.; Sunday at 2:00 (for tix and information, call 336-292-2285). I play Lyndal, a goofy filling station owner in rural … Read More