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May 01, 2008
In memory: YOPW tributes former director Carol Taylor
Carol Taylor will be remembered as many things—mother, wife, friend and musician, to name a few.
Column: Censor this column!
Staff Writer Josh Eiserike shares his thoughts on pop-culture in his weekly column titled, “Column.”
Ya Heard: Bell verdict stuns hip-hop community
Dennis Winn shares his thoughts on the latest in hip-hop news in his weekly column, “Ya Heard.”
Soundbites: We don’t need to ‘Bleed American’ again
A collection of album reviews
‘Shotgun Singer’ comes to Iota Café
Indie musician Kris Delmhorst's ambitious fifth studio album, "Shotgun Singer," is available after nearly four years in the making.
April 29, 2008
Scrapbooking infiltrated the author’s life, too
USA Today featured her new novel in its Book Buzz column. “A Page Out of Life” (Berkley, $14) is due out today.
April 24, 2008
Gainesville ‘short’ gets BIG attention
Lustig, a Croatian Jew, survived Auschwitz before immigrating to America. "Lustig" details the producer's life a year after Auschwitz. "Lustig," written and directed by J.B., clocks in at 16 minutes.
Ya Heard: Akon’s ‘criminal’ past called into question
Dennis Winn shares his commentary on the latest in hip-hop news in his column, “Ya Heard.”
MMMBack! Hanson plays in Falls Church
Zac Hanson called the Potomac News and Manassas Journal Messenger to dish about the new album, the band's charity work and, of course, the MMMBacklash.
Review: ‘Hamlet’ laughs outweigh shortcomings
His real estate agent, Felicia Dantine (Marion Dobbins) sells him late actor John Barry-more's old apartment. Barrymore, a drunken womanizer in life, was also one of the famous Hamlets of the stage. Dantine suggests holding a séance to contact the actor's spirit, to help Rally with the role. A few short scenes later Barrymore (Charles St. Charles) appears to help Rally, which may or may not be as a result of the séance. And, only some of the characters can see him.
April 17, 2008
Guide to the weekend
Featured events
Gainsville man named finalist in film festival
A Gainesville man was named a finalist in Virginia’s first Independent Film Festival.
Soundbites
Review of newly released CDs
I Hate Hamlet
“I Hate Hamlet” might be a popular complaint for high school seniors, but it’s also the first production at Northern Virginia Community College Manassas Campus.
Musician Caroline Herring tackles segregation
Country-folk musician Caroline Herring merges personal experience and a storytelling approach in her songs, with many tracks covering her marriage, motherhood and the tales of people she’s encountered.
Column: Sequels? So what? Summer movies are awesome
Staff Writer Josh Eiserike shares his thought on pop culture in his weekly column titled, “Column.”
Ya Heard: Alicia strikes a totally different ‘Key’
Dennis Winn shares his thoughts on the latest in hip hop in his column, “Ya Heard.”
April 11, 2008
Column: Set lists script the show
Staff Writer Josh Eiserike shares his thought on pop culture in his weekly column, titled, “Column.”
Ya Heard: ‘Heart of the City’ tour not worth $170
Dennis Winn his thoughts on the latest in hip-hop in his column “Ya Heard.”
April 03, 2008
Album Review: Counting Crows, “Saturday Nights & Sunday Mornings”
This man has some serious baggage. If you date this guy he’'s probably going to write a horribly depressing (and hauntingly beautiful) song about it. But that’'s good news for anyone who buys his records, including his latest, “"Saturday Nights & Sunday Morn-ings.”"
Ya Heard: Is T.I. qualified to advise at-risk youth?
Columnist Dennis Winn shares the latest in the world of hip-hop in his weekly column “Ya Heard.”
Author Percival Everett comes to Woodbridge
"I've rebuilt engines, I've been lost in the woods, but, the hardest thing I've ever done is write a novel," Everett said. "It requires complete devotion to the project. You will alienate everyone you know…. It's like knowingly entering a bad marriage."
Who is that drag-dressing comedian performing with Cho?
Becoming an Internet sensation was never the plan for actor-turned-comedian Liam Sullivan. Of course, neither was touring the country dressed in drag.
Margaret Cho comes to Warner Theatre
Outspoken comedian Margaret Cho is breaking the chains of self-hatred and embracing self-love next week at the Warner Theatre in Washington, D.C.
“Championship Season” a daring play
Former basketball teammates and their coach reunite and discover what's really changed 30 years after their great championship victory.
March 27, 2008
Soundbites: Album reviews
Soundbites is an occasional collection of recent album reviews.
Ya Heard: Gossip personality has her own issues
Columnist Dennis Winn shares his thoughts on the latest in hip-hop in his weekly column “Ya Heard.”
Woodbridge students release compilation album
The Woodbridge Idol talent competition also celebrates the release of the four students' compilation album "Shatter the Silence," the second offering from Woodbridge Senior High School's student-run record label, Polyphonix Records.
March 20, 2008
HBO miniseries highlights Virginia, brings revenue to the Commonwealth
“John Adams,” the new HBO miniseries detailing the life of our second president, was filmed in Virginia and generated $80 million in revenue for the state.
Tupac’s claims justified?
Dennis Winn comments on the latest in hip-hop in his weekly column, “Ya Heard.”
