Breaking News: Studio Arena Deal in the Works
Artvoice Theatre Editor Anthony Chase gives us the latest news on developments at Studio Arena Theatre, which has been shuttered for several months now, with its former theatre space a matter of concern.
Marinade for Beef or Lamb by Chef Rauvenpoor of Falafel Bar
Chef Oded Rauvenpoor of Falafel Bar shows Judy Sperry his recipe for marinating beef or lamb, especially good for grilling.
Marinade for Chicken or Fish by Chef Rauvenpoor of Falafel Bar
Chef Oded Rauvenpoor of Falafel Bar shows Judy Sperry his recipe for marinating chicken or fish for summer grilling.
THE INTERVIEW: County Executive Chris Collins on the casino
Erie County Executive Chris Collins, never shy about expressing his opinions, explains why he thinks the Seneca Gaming Corporation's downtown Buffalo casino is such a great idea
Memorial Auditorium Sabres 2003 intro
This intro for the Buffalo Sabres was Shot by Artvoice back in 2003, and was one of the last times a film crew was allowed in the Site that is now almost completely demolished. Jordan Levy, who is incharge of the overall project says the old "Aud" should be gone forever with in a few weeks.
Whatever Works
An eccentric New Yorker played by Larry David abandons his upper class life to lead a more bohemian existence. He meets a young girl from the south and her family and no two people seem to get along in the entanglements that follow. This is a comedy also starring Ed Begley Jr., Patricia Clarkson, Conleth Hill, Michael McKean, Evan Rachel Wood, and a number of other amusing types.
You can read M. Faust's review of the film here, in the July 2nd edition of Artvoice.
Public Enemies
In the action-thriller Public Enemies, acclaimed filmmaker Michael Mann directs Johnny Depp, Christian Bale and Academy Award® winner Marion Cotillard in the story of legendary Depression-era outlaw John Dillinger (Depp)—the charismatic bank robber whose lightning raids made him the number one target of J. Edgar Hoover’s fledgling FBI and its top agent, Melvin Purvis (Bale), and a folk hero to much of the downtrodden public. No one could stop Dillinger and his gang. No jail could hold him. His charm and audacious jailbreaks endeared him to almost everyone—from his girlfriend Billie Frechette to an American public who had no sympathy for the banks that had plunged the country into the Depression. But while the adventures of Dillinger’s gang—later including the sociopathic Baby Face Nelson (Stephen Graham) and Alvin Karpis (Giovanni Ribisi)—thrilled many, Hoover (Billy Crudup) hit on the idea of exploiting the outlaw’s capture as a way to elevate his Bureau of Investigation into the national police force that became the FBI. He made Dillinger America’s first Public Enemy Number One and sent in Purvis, the dashing “Clark Gable of the FBI.” However, Dillinger and his gang outwitted and outgunned Purvis’ men in wild chases and shootouts. Only after importing a crew of Western ex-lawmen (newly baptized as agents) and orchestrating epic betrayals—from the infamous “Lady in Red” to the Chicago crime boss Frank Nitti—were Purvis, the FBI and their new crew of gunfighters able to close in on Dillinger.
You can read George Sax's review of the film here, in the July 2nd edition of Artvoice.
Ice Age 3: Dawn of the Dinosaurs
Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs, to be fully produced in 3-D, is the latest installment to the hit Ice Age franchise, which has grossed more than $1.2 billion around the world. Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs will be directed by Oscar-nominated Carlos Saldanha, who directed Ice Age: The Meltdown and co-directed Ice Age. The film is being produced by Academy Award-winning Blue Sky Studios, the creative force behind all the Ice Age films and Dr. Seuss' Horton Hears a Who.
Food Inc.
In Food, Inc., filmmaker Robert Kenner lifts the veil on our nation’s food industry, exposing the highly mechanized underbelly that’s been hidden from the American consumer with the consent of our government’s regulatory agencies, USDA and FDA. Our nation’s food supply is now controlled by a handful of corporations that often put profit ahead of consumer health, the livelihood of the American farmer, the safety of workers and our own environment. Food, Inc. reveals surprising — and often shocking truths — about what we eat, how it’s produced, who we have become as a nation and where we are going from here.
Exile on Allen, Rolling Stones event: The Outlyers-"Have You Seen Your Mother Baby"
The Outlyers, one of Buffalo's best bands, gave their usual flawless performance.
Exile on Allen, Rolling Stones event: Spirit Chief - "Some Girls"
Friday saw Arvoice's second Exile On Allen St. event, with 20 some bands playing Rolling Stones tunes. Here is the colorful band Spirit Cheif doing the iconic title song from the album "Some Girls."
Studio Arena Requests Switch to Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
In a letter dated June 19, 2009, creditors of Studio Arena Theatre were notified by Buffalo bankruptcy court that the struggling institution has requested to change its filing from Chapter 11 to Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Under Chapter 11, a restructuring bankruptcy, the theater had hoped that fundraising and reorganization under court supervision with protection from creditors would allow it to reopen. Chapter 7, or liquidation bankruptcy, effectively puts an end to that dream. In the final analysis, the financial situation was simply too dire. Studio Arena originally announced its intention to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in February 2008. Assets of Studio Arena Theatre include the building itself, which is heavily mortgaged. An effort last year to change ownership of the structure to the Studio Arena Foundation was not allowed by the bankruptcy court. It is likely that local leaders, including banks, will focus on protecting the Studio Arena building so that it can continue to be a cultural asset to the City of Buffalo and the Western New York region in some other form. In that regard, it is also likely that overtures made to Shea's Performing Arts Center and Buffalo State College last year, which were met with caution at that time, will be revisited as plans are made for the facility, located at 710 Main Street. Anthony Chase, ARTVOICE Theater Editor
ShoeFly's 0.5K Stiletto "Run"
What an event! Where else can you find 200 women AND men running in high heels for a great cause? That's what happened last evening on Elmwood Ave. all to benefit Ovarian Cancer National Alliance the race was a huge success and is sure to be even bigger next year
Caddywhompus live at Nietzsches
Making a lot of noise-figuratively and literally-is the New Orleans/Houston DIY collective Caddywhompus, who twist noisy pop-licked power rock with bright flashes of psychedelia, meaty garage beats, and just enough of the wide-eyed wonder of youth.
My Sister's Keeper
Sara and Brian live an idyllic life with their young son and daughter. But their family is rocked by sudden, heartbreaking news that forces them to make a difficult and unorthodox choice in order to save their baby girl’s life. The parents’ desperate decision raises both ethical and moral questions and rips away at the foundation of their relationship. Their actions ultimately set off a court case that threatens to tear the family apart, while revealing surprising truths that challenge everyone’s perceptions of love and loyalty and give new meaning to the definition of healing.
Read George Sax's review of the film here, in the June 25th edition of Artvoice.
Away We Go
Directed by Academy Award winner Sam Mendes (American Beauty) from an original screenplay by Dave Eggers and Vendela Vida, this funny and heartfelt film follows the journey of an expectant couple (John Krasinski (The Office) and Maya Rudolph (Saturday Night Live)), as they travel the U.S. in search of the perfect place to put down roots and raise their family. Along the way, they have misadventures and find fresh connections with an assortment of relatives and old friends who just might help them discover “home” on their own terms for the first time. The movie features the music of Alexi Murdoch.
Read M. Faust's review of the film here in the June 25th edition of Artvoice.
Carl Paladino on the Niagara Partnership
more from Carl... this time the Niagara Partnership
Falafel Bar's Watermelon & Watercress Summer Salad
Chef Oded Rauvenpoor of Falafel Bar shows Judy Sperry his Watermelon & Watercress summer salad. But there are a lot more ingredients than the two mentioned.
YOUR HEALTH: Your Children's Feet and Shoes
Judy Sperry talks with Dr. Edward t. Fitzpatrick, DPM about the best choices for your child's footwear and gets podiatric advice on other issues, like flat feet, arch supports and surgical implants.
FWS demonstrates quick Chair ReUpholstering
Judy Sperry learns how easy it is to pick some fabric and give a chair a new look.
Duayne Hatchett @ the Burchfield Penny
This interview is from a few years ago, but i thought it would be cool to highlight this clip seeing as Mr. hatchett has a new show on display at the Burchfield.
Duayne Hatchett: Form, Pattern, and Invention, curated by Burchfield Penney director Ted Pietrzak, is both a celebration of the artist's accomplishments and an opportunity to delve into the themes that have occupied his life and work. Hatchett is celebrating his 84th birthday within days of the opening of this exhibition. Over his long career, the artist has consistently demonstrated the force of his remarkable creative energy and has built a sterling reputation in the art world. His paintings and sculptures have found their way into major collections across the United States, and he has completed many large-scale commissions, both public and private-but it is in a broad-based retrospective exhibition such as this that the full scope of his life, vision, and artistic triumphs can be fully experienced. Collectively we must acknowledge the boundless creative spirit of Duayne Hatchett and the abundance of beauty he has given.
His work is on display through August at the Burchfield Penny
Burmese Rally at Bidwell
Buffalo has over 2,000 Burmese people living here. On Saturday, June 20, dozens of Burmese came to Bidwell Parkway to celebrate the 64th birthday of imprisoned political activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Daw Aung San Suu Kyi.
Ms. Suu Kyi’s father negotiated Burma’s independence from the United Kingdom in 1947, but he was assassinated by his rivals in the same year.
In 1990 Dr. Suu Kyi was elected Prime Minister of Burma but the military junta nullified the election and put her under arrest. Nineteen years later she is still under arrest and is currently in a prison notorious for its cruel treatment of political prisoners.
WAITING FOR THE SHARK - David Butler, Amy Taravella and David Kane
In a collaboration of dance, poetry and music, Taravella, Butler and Kane teamed up for a performance of "Waiting For tThe Shark" at Alt Theatres Alt-Terior Motives show on Saturday, June 20.
Sharon Bailey at the Anchor Bar
If you like sulty jazz consider going to the Anchor Bar which on Friday nights features The Jazz Example with vocalist Sharon Bailey and Bilal Abdullah on sax. Here's the band doing a tune "Magic" by famed Buffalo muscian Grover Washington.
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