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The Liar

Posted on April 29, 2010 by djnpub

Tonight I went and saw the latest STC production, The Liar. It was a lot of fun. Like all STC’s plays, the acting was superb. The set was not overly ornate, but was beautiful and worked very well, rotating between … Continue reading →

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Henry V

Posted on March 25, 2010 by djnpub

Tonight I saw Henry V the second half of this season’s “Leadership Repertory.” It was great. Like Richard II, the basic staging was spare, but the staging was used to great effect. The three person chorus effectively moved the story … Continue reading →

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Richard II

Posted on March 4, 2010 by djnpub

Tonight I saw an excellent production of Richard II at the Harmon Theater. In contrast to previous productions, the staging was more spare, but still beautiful. It was more in step with what I’m used to from Cal Shakes productions. … Continue reading →

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As You Like It

Posted on December 17, 2009 by djnpub

After a hectic day of two Christmas parties and a picture with the Secretary, I saw As You Like It, the first Shakespeare play as part of this year’s STC season. It was entertaining, but different. As usual, the production … Continue reading →

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Much Ado About Nothing

Posted on November 29, 2009 by djnpub

Today I got to see another Shakespeare play here in DC, this time at the Folger Theater. This was a last minute decision, as today was the last day of the run of Much Ado About Nothing. I had thought … Continue reading →

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Regina Spektor at the DAR

Posted on September 30, 2009 by djnpub

Soooooo good! Tonight I saw Regina Spektor at the DAR Constitution Hall in Washington. She was excellent. Her voice is so clear, powerful, and at the same time sweet and playful. She’s one of those performers who can really do … Continue reading →

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The Taming of the Shrew

Posted on September 11, 2009 by djnpub

Tonight I saw my second Shakespeare Theatre Company production, The Taming of the Shrew. It was this year’s “Free for All” show, which is presented to the public free on a first-come-first-served basis. If I had gotten my act together … Continue reading →

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King Lear

Posted on July 20, 2009 by djnpub

After getting settled in DC, l was thrilled to discover there is a vibrant Shakespeare production company. This helped make up for the fact that when I left California I had to miss out on my season tickets to the … Continue reading →

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Harry, A History

Posted on November 10, 2008 by admin

I finished reading Harry, A History …, Melissa Anelli’s new book about the Harry Potter phenomenon and, in particular, the fandom surrounding the Potter books and films. This is a wonderful book. I had been interested in reading it, as … Continue reading →

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Nick and Nora

Posted on October 21, 2008 by admin

This weekend I went and saw Nick and Nora’s Infinite Playlist. Quite excellent. If only you had friends that close and supportive in high school for real. It makes me long for the days when staying up real late was … Continue reading →

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