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Gone in 60 Seconds: Do You Love Me? Magic Theatre, The Who!
by Clinton Stark (Twitter: @clintonstark), 02.08.10 | Comment

Magic Theatre Gone in 60 SecondsIndependent media is a colorful and sparkling place to be. Every week we encounter something new, inspiring, funny in our never ending adventure to bring you a fresh voice in the world of theater, wine, travel, arts and tech. For every person that holds firm onto the past, denying the emergence of new, influential, media 2.0, there are twenty more that embrace it; jump right in with us, and seek to reach new audiences, new readers, new viewers in a fun, creative way. For that, we’re eternally grateful.

I’m also thankful that director of production and general manager of Opera San Jose, Larry Hancock, would: (a) sing to Loni one of her favorites from Fiddler on the Roof in a wonderful, impromptu moment from our interview last week; and (b) that he would care enough about yours truly—the voice behind the camera—to warn me about the staircase I was about to tumble down (note: Loni did not seem too concerned).

Gmail goes Social
Google announcing new social product tomorrow
by Mike Carrall, 02.08.10 | Comment
Google announcing new social product tomorrow

It’s been a characteristically busy time for Google (NASDAQ: GOOG) so far this year. First there was the uber launch of Nexus One in January. Then a television ad during the Super Bowl over the weekend. As some ...

Eternal Provocation
Theater Review: Alfaro unleashes the full poignancy of ‘Oedipus el Rey’ at Magic’s World Premiere
by Loni Kao Stark, 02.08.10 | Comment
Theater Review: Alfaro unleashes the full poignancy of ‘Oedipus el Rey’ at Magic’s World Premiere

Sophocles’ Greek tragic tale of Oedipus, a man who dared believe he could steer his own fate against the curses of the Gods, has seeped into many literary works since it was first performed c. 429 BC. The ...

Canada's Top 10 of 2009
Cinequest Screen #3: ‘Passenger Side’
by Clinton Stark, 02.08.10 | Comment
Cinequest Screen #3: ‘Passenger Side’

First, a quick recap. We’re counting down to the Cinequest Film Festival 20, now opening in 15 days on Tuesday, February 23 with a screening of Dagur Kári’s The Good Heart starring Brian Cox and Paul Dano. At the ...

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Eugene on the Arts
Review: Opera San Jose ‘The Marriage of Figaro’ well done and enjoyable, plus a future star discovery!
by Eugene Lee, 02.07.10 | Comments (2)
Review: Opera San Jose ‘The Marriage of Figaro’ well done and enjoyable, plus a future star discovery!

First, some quotes about jealousy:

“Jealousy in romance is like salt in food.  A little can enhance the savor, but too much can spoil the pleasure and, under certain circumstances, can be life-threatening.” –Maya Angelou

“O jealousy! thou magnifier of ...

Got munchies!
Super Bowl Party Appetizers: The action that happens off screen with great friends and good food
by Loni Kao Stark, 02.07.10 | Comment
Super Bowl Party Appetizers: The action that happens off screen with great friends and good food

At any Super Bowl party, you know that only half the action happens on screen. The rest is provided by great friends and of course, some good eats. We spent our Super Bowl Sunday with Jay and Judy ...

Not bad for a Sunday
New Orleans Saints win Super Bowl, prediction oh-so-close
by Clinton Stark, 02.07.10 | Comment
New Orleans Saints win Super Bowl, prediction oh-so-close

Every now and then, I just need to take a deep breath, look in the mirror, then write a post about one of my semi-respectable predictions. It’s rare and I need to take what I can get.

Baja Foodie
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner in Loreto, Baja California Sur
by Jane Lurie, 02.07.10 | Comments (1)
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner in Loreto, Baja California Sur

I love food. I love eating food prepared by the many culinary wonders who I am fortunate to call friends. I love ordering and eating food at restaurants. On occasion I even love cooking food. This trip we ...

Apple Pie
Super Sunday espresso: Creative process, Twitter strikes again, Dicky Fox Super Sunday espresso: Creative process, Twitter strikes again, Dicky Fox

Good morning espresso lovers, chatters. It’s Super Sunday, and I think I only watched one game the entire season. A playoff game as a matter of fact just a few weeks back. My favorite two sports, NHL and ...

a golden view
Rainbow spotting on a day of scattered showers in the SF Bay Area
by Loni Kao Stark, 02.06.10 | Comment
Rainbow spotting on a day of scattered showers in the SF Bay Area

Just caught this photo of the rainbow that appeared in the preserve behind our home in San Jose. Pretty incredible.

Magic pumpkin seed oil
“Cozy hugs on a winter evening” Roasted Winter Squash Soup recipe
by Loni Kao Stark, 02.06.10 | Comment
“Cozy hugs on a winter evening” Roasted Winter Squash Soup recipe

Inspired by a Wolfgang Puck recipe, Susan O—’s “Cozy hugs on a winter evening” Roasted Winter Squash Soup recipe was the highlight of a meal I savored at Chez Susan’s a couple of weeks back.

In the cold and ...

Search for Love and Life
Cinequest Screen #2: ‘Paulista (Quanto Dura o Amor?)’
by Clinton Stark, 02.05.10 | Comment
Cinequest Screen #2: ‘Paulista (Quanto Dura o Amor?)’

Here’s a well-made film from Brazil. Called Paulista (Quanto Dura o Amor), the second Cinequest screener that Loni and I have watched, it follows the ups and downs of three relationships. It recently played at the Palm ...

Food & Wine
Super Bowl touchdown pairing idea: Wine and soup (with recipes)
by Loni Kao Stark, 02.05.10 | Comment
Super Bowl touchdown pairing idea: Wine and soup (with recipes)

With Super Bowl just a few days away, it’s time to start thinking about food and drink. Not just the Doritos and beer kind, but interesting combinations, and recipes that will keep the entire party entertained. One of ...