'Regarding the Case of Joan of Arc' works out to be a metaphor for the current radicalization of Republican Christians in the USA, especially their hardcore faction and those advocating the use of violence to restore their alleged supremacy.
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Book Review: ’Note – Bandi’ Edited by R Ramakumar
'Note Bandi', edited by R Ramakumar collects articles by academics and economists to detail the impact of India's so called demonetisation (note-bandi).
Read More »Interview: Actress Lois Smith with Linda Winer, LPTW Oral History Series
'I was getting lots of scripts in which there was dementia or death. And I thought with some of them, I don’t want to settle into this and really didn’t. I’ve been fortunate. The last two characters I’ve played, one died, the other was terminal. There’s bound to be some of that.'
Read More »Theater Review (NYC): ‘Sycorax, Cyber Queen of Qamara’ by Fengar Gael
The tempestuous story of Shakespeare's Sycorax, the witch present only in name in 'The Tempest'
Read More »Theater Review (NYC Off-Broadway): ‘Mother of the Maid’ Starring Glenn Close
'Mother of the Maid' should not be missed. It must be seen for Glenn Close's electrifying performance and Grace Van Patten's humanly realized Joan of Arc.
Read More »Interview: Actress Paula Garcés, Co-Creator of ‘World of Aluna’
Actress/producer/writer Paula Garcés and her husband Antonio Hernandez continue to expand their 'The World of Aluna' with a new graphic novel trilogy that continues the adventures of the South American superhero.
Read More »Interview: Venezuelan Writer Maria Gabriela Madrid
Interview with Venezuelan poet, editor, and short story writer Maria Gabriela Madrid.
Read More »Theater Review (Broadway NYC): ‘The Ferryman’ by Jez Butterworth, Directed by Sam Mendes
Mendes has shepherded the actors to terrific performances and created a potent, masterful production that must not be missed.
Read More »Music Review: ‘Stax ’68: A Memphis Story’ 5-Disc Box Set from Craft Recordings
On 'Stax '68: A Memphis Story,' history never looked so bleak while sounding so good. A brief glance at the track lists will begin to open your eyes, but the history of the record company from 1968 will blow your mind.
Read More »Interview: Bretton Putter, Author of ‘Culture Decks Decoded’
An interview with company culture expert Bretton Putter about his new book, 'Culture Decks Decoded: Transform Your Culture Into A Visible, Conscious And Tangible Asset.' Any business today should have a culture deck, the author notes, and explains the how, what, and why.
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