Posts by Kris Eitland
Lewd & Loud ‘Book of Mormon’ is Hellish Fun
Irreverent and over the top, The Book of Mormon musical pokes fun at everything Mormon from doorbell ringers to wrinkled deacons, and just about every aspect of religion. The kicker is that the outlandish narrative is funny and makes sense. Buried under all of the wicked gags…
Read More‘Grease’ a Lightning Hit, Cool Cast & Extra Twist at Welk
Director/choreographer Ray Limon travels back to the show’s raunchier roots, catchy songs, and propulsive dances. He draws remarkable performances from the cast, and he gives the satire an extra twist…
Read MoreMovers & Shakers, More Dance Listings
Release the swans! Wake up beautiful! Alonzo King what? May welcomes three ballets and a full calendar. We’ve compiled the listings. And keep up with the movers and shakers…
Read MoreFasten Your Seat Belts Dance Fans – Janice’s Calendar
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Read MoreLive Arts Festival / Hip Hop’s Moms & Pops Declare Twerk-Free Zone
“Love H.E.R.” that kicked off the Live Arts Festival’s ten day run at the White Box was a provocative twerk-free family zone with some sharp edges to keep it authentic, real. Without profanity, misogyny and baggy pants dragging things down…
Read More“Don’t Fall” – “CrutchMaster” Bill Shannon Dances, Skateboards, Does Fall
With a congenital deformity in both hips, Bill Shannon needs crutches in order to stand and walk. So he’s come up with a unique way to dance, using Rocker crutches and – whee! – a skateboard. He performs and shares his investigations into “projected narratives” of disability at the White Box this weekend.
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