So I think I'll share a bit about what I've been reading lately. This is a mix of assigned readings and my own selections. Enjoy! Bone by Fae Myenne Ng This novel follows the experiences of Leila, a second-generation Chinese American girl seeking to reconcile her past, present and future. A work of raw emotion … Continue reading Books, Books, Books
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Feast Your Eyes at “Beauty and the Beast”
I generally have low expectations for movie remakes, but “Beauty and the Beast” turned out to be an enchanting, live-action revision of the 1991 animated classic. With a staggering budget of $160 million, the film appeals to young adults who grew up with the film as well as the next generation of young Disney fans. … Continue reading Feast Your Eyes at “Beauty and the Beast”
PNB Cendrillon: A Modern Fairytale
A work of fairytale romance told with exaggerated humor, the Pacific Northwest Ballet’s production of Cendrillon presents dance that turns the timeless tale on its head. On Thursday evening, I attended a lecture and dress rehearsal of the production before seeing the finished product over the weekend. PNB artistic director Peter Boal joined guest artist … Continue reading PNB Cendrillon: A Modern Fairytale
Moana: A Retold Pocahontas?
Disney’s newest film, Moana, is another example of stunning 3D animation. This film hits a sweet spot between realism and caricature, placing cartoon characters in a geographically believable landscape. Continued advances in computer animation have made this effect easier to achieve. While Pixar made waves in animation being the first to animate a feature length … Continue reading Moana: A Retold Pocahontas?
Kids From 1 to 92
Over Christmas break, I have been spending a lot of time with people of all ages, including both family and friends. I love how the holidays bring together people from all walks of life. There is mutual value in spending time with people who are younger, older or around the same age as you. I … Continue reading Kids From 1 to 92
Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow
In this region of Western WA, a snowfall is rare and special. Last week we got a couple inches of snow at the UW Seattle campus. Students were running outside late at night to check it out. At this point I was cozy in warm pajamas, so I decided to wait until the morning to … Continue reading Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow
PNB Nutcracker Review
On Sunday I went to the Pacific Northwest Ballet performance of the Nutcracker. I danced ballet for 14 years, but I only attended the Nutcracker a few times throughout my life. I was genuinely excited for the performance, but was mentally prepared for some changes. In 2014, PNB retired their Kent Stowell and Maurice Sendak … Continue reading PNB Nutcracker Review
Making the Case for Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving and Christmas are my two favorite holidays. It sounds strange, but sometimes I feel sorry for Thanksgiving. Constantly overshadowed by Christmas, Thanksgiving is implicitly labeled as the fly-over holiday, as a pit stop on the road to a tinsel-covered, holly-jolly destination. In my opinion, Thanksgiving has just as much (if not more) to offer … Continue reading Making the Case for Thanksgiving
Pilobolus Dance Review
I attended this performance last May but felt it would be great to share my thoughts. As I madly scribbled notes in my program, Pilobolus had me thinking and feeling the entire time. Enjoy! "Pilobolus is an internationally acclaimed arts organization renowned for its unique, diverse collaborations that break the barriers between creative disciplines. The … Continue reading Pilobolus Dance Review
Trisha Brown Dance Company Review
I attended this performance back in February, but I thought I would share what I had written when I got home from the show. This is mostly just my notes, not really eloquent prose. Enjoy! “Son of Gone Fishin’” (1981- Early Version) - three men, three women, all in soft gold and bronze clothing. The … Continue reading Trisha Brown Dance Company Review
Walking with Wisdom 