fuck this rag
fuck this rag
I've come back to this article a couple of times. Frankly, because I'm waiting for your NEXT article and hoping it has a bit more Chris in it. Is the new Pitch direction to leech all of the life out of these pieces? Just curious.
I have to say, though, I really like this painting. Most of your art reviews get me motivated to actually leave the house & check out the galleries. I just miss the extra sprinkles on top.
I've come back to this article a couple of times. Frankly, because I'm waiting for your NEXT article and hoping it has a bit more Chris in it. Is the new Pitch direction to leech all of the life out of these pieces? Just curious. I have to say, though, I really like this painting. Most of your art reviews get me motivated to actually leave the house & check out the galleries. I just miss the extra sprinkles on top.
I just want to thank you Pitch editors for being brave enough to actually criticize a show. Let me explain: This is something that really grinds my gears. I go to live performances (plays, musicals) about twice a year. Quite frankly, a few of them stink. But at the end of the show the audience, when the actors come out for their final bows, always seems compelled to give them a standing ovation. What? Am I the only one who can see a crappy show? If I had my way I'd walk out and not clap at all but I don't want to look like a jerk. I don't know, maybe it's the fact your seeing the performers eye to eye? Maybe its the fact theatergoers see themselves as an elite clique and don't want to make waves? But, if we are not honest on our feelings about a shows quality, how will the performers learn? And that goes to the papers. Whether it's the Star or Pitch it seems they are reluctant to call a piece of crap play what it really is. Where are the stars ratings for plays like they have for movies? Where are the columns telling people to not waste their money or time?
I just want to thank you Pitch editors for being brave enough to actually criticize a show. Let me explain: This is something that really grinds my gears. I go to live performances (plays, musicals) about twice a year. Quite frankly, a few of them stink. But at the end of the show the audience, when the actors come out for their final bows, always seems compelled to give them a standing ovation. What? Am I the only one who can see a crappy show? If I had my way I'd walk out and not clap at all but I don't want to look like a jerk. I don't know, maybe it's the fact your seeing the performers eye to eye? Maybe its the fact theatergoers see themselves as an elite clique and don't want to make waves? But, if we are not honest on our feelings about a shows quality, how will the performers learn? And that goes to the papers. Whether it's the Star or Pitch it seems they are reluctant to call a piece of crap play what it really is. Where are the stars ratings for plays like they have for movies? Where are the columns telling people to not waste their money or time?
Thanks for the sociology lesson cum puff-piece.
Writing ad copy is not art writing.
This kind of craven hand holding benefits no one.
Thanks for the sociology lesson cum puff-piece. Writing ad copy is not art writing. This kind of craven hand holding benefits no one.
Comedy City and Improv-Abilities. You said thier shows are familiar but funny. And you didn't call thier audiences unsavvy. I'm proud of you, Alan. You're learning. Proverbs 27:17.
Comedy City and Improv-Abilities. You said thier shows are familiar but funny. And you didn't call thier audiences unsavvy. I'm proud of you, Alan. You're learning. Proverbs 27:17.
This is a great review. I'm glad I got to read your last one. I checked out the Roving Imp and that is a neat place. Hope to catch a show some time.
This is a great review. I'm glad I got to read your last one. I checked out the Roving Imp and that is a neat place. Hope to catch a show some time.
I am a regular supporter of Kansas Cty Theatre. Mr. Schersthul I'm so sorry that unlike my experiences, your experiences with the MET have been unpleasant. I'm not sure if it's just your bad luck or...just you. I totally enjoyed my first production,'Time of Your Life'. I was so impressed that I have been too and equally enjoyed every single production since including 'Light in the Piazza'. My advise to potential theatre goers is to never trust the opinion of local reviewers, but to simply go to a show that interests you. Relying on reviewers from small town community newspaper may cause one to miss out on a wonderful theatrical treat.
I am a regular supporter of Kansas Cty Theatre. Mr. Schersthul I'm so sorry that unlike my experiences, your experiences with the MET have been unpleasant. I'm not sure if it's just your bad luck or...just you. I totally enjoyed my first production,'Time of Your Life'. I was so impressed that I have been too and equally enjoyed every single production since including 'Light in the Piazza'. My advise to potential theatre goers is to never trust the opinion of local reviewers, but to simply go to a show that interests you. Relying on reviewers from small town community newspaper may cause one to miss out on a wonderful theatrical treat.
Oh, I don't know if I'd go so far as to call Hieronymus 'batshit'. Lovely review, as usual. I'll probably skip this exhibit, though. I prefer reading your description of the pieces to actually looking at the prints themselves. While I can see what you're saying about Duhrer, which makes this interesting to me, I can't seem to get over the Crumb-y aspects (I know, that was awful, I apologize.)
This was my favorite part: Like avuncular radio nuisance Garrison Keillor, Huck draws creative inspiration from his rural upbringing. Unlike Keillor, Huck does not produce cozy, amniotic societal affirmations. His art is concerned with issues of violence, racism, abuses of authority, and people who, as author William Gibson once put it, "don't know shit about anything and hate anybody who does."
Great work.
Oh, I don't know if I'd go so far as to call Hieronymus 'batshit'. Lovely review, as usual. I'll probably skip this exhibit, though. I prefer reading your description of the pieces to actually looking at the prints themselves. While I can see what you're saying about Duhrer, which makes this interesting to me, I can't seem to get over the Crumb-y aspects (I know, that was awful, I apologize.) This was my favorite part: Like avuncular radio nuisance Garrison Keillor, Huck draws creative inspiration from his rural upbringing. Unlike Keillor, Huck does not produce cozy, amniotic societal affirmations. His art is concerned with issues of violence, racism, abuses of authority, and people who, as author William Gibson once put it, "don't know shit about anything and hate anybody who does." Great work.
Love this story for many reasons...
!. Mr. Ross has learned to tribute over great odds. He was ailed by the Kansas City, Kansas school system, and his High School Coach at Wyndotte High. But he did not let his past completely destroy his future.
2. Mr. Ross has focued his future on the kids who might have fail through the educational system.
Way to go Mr. Ross...I'm proud of you in many ways!
From a old friend who also attended Junior High and High School with Mr. Ross. Keep up the great work!
Love this story for many reasons... !. Mr. Ross has learned to tribute over great odds. He was ailed by the Kansas City, Kansas school system, and his High School Coach at Wyndotte High. But he did not let his past completely destroy his future. 2. Mr. Ross has focued his future on the kids who might have fail through the educational system. Way to go Mr. Ross...I'm proud of you in many ways! From a old friend who also attended Junior High and High School with Mr. Ross. Keep up the great work!
Sorry "marcia brady" but... too bad he also has the herps. at your own risk, ladies.
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