Even one as horrific as the seafaring Devil may deserve a bit of sympathy. His job to separate mankind from God so the Christmas Child can bring them together is a bitter, noxious one. This and the play's other messages shine in the fullness of glory in this production.
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Mr. Zuckerberg Goes to Washington
The Congress people grilling Zuckerberg at times seemed like groupies, while others were like pit bulls with no teeth.
Read More »Interview: Wyldest Talks SXSW, Brexit, and Its Upcoming Debut Album
Wyldest chatted for a bit about Brexit, self-producing, and its upcoming full-length debut album during SXSW Music Festival 2018.
Read More »Tips for People Stuck in a Job They Hate
If your career has you in a rut and you can't leave, you owe it to yourself to pull yourself out of the hole and to do it for yourself. Your loved ones will thank you for it.
Read More »Theater Review (NYC Off-Broadway): ‘The Edge of Our Bodies’ by Adam Rapp
A confusing play about teenage angst, with a twist that seemed to perplex many in the audience.
Read More »‘Orchid Evenings’ at Daniël Ost’s Triumphant New York Botanical Garden Orchid Show
At night, the blooms seem to vibrate transcendently. You smell dense aromas of the chocolate, vanilla, jasmine, and lemon scents of the dancing-lady orchids. Especially during these Orchid Evenings, the senses delight.
Read More »Will Early Education Funding Reduce Future Crime?
While policy changes and a move away from for-profit prison systems will go a long way in aligning America’s prisons with those of more progressive countries, education remains a key driver in preventing citizens from going to jail in the first place, in becoming more attractive prospects for hire, and in reducing recidivism.
Read More »Interview: Lynda Shrager, Author of ‘Age In Place: A Guide to Modifying, Organizing, and Decluttering Mom and Dad’s Home’
'Age in Place' is a highly useful book filled with practical tips on letting aging parents stay in their own homes. Patricia Gale sat down with author and aging specialist Lynda Shrager to learn more.
Read More »Theater Review (NYC): ‘[title of show]’ at the Secret Theatre
With just four chairs and a keyboard director Scott Guthrie leads a full-tilt cast of five crisply through the sharp and funny series of twists and turns that make this epitome of self-referential shows shine.
Read More »Book Review: ‘Finding Time to Lead: Seven Practices to Unleash Outrageous Potential,’ by Leslie Peters
Leslie Peters' 'Finding Time to Lead' is an effective new guidebook that takes the mystery out of leading — and offers seven key steps to top-shelf leadership.
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