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Metro Staff on November 20, 2019
When it comes to tradition, perhaps the only true constant is resistance to change. Told in real time over the course of a single 90-minute act, The Humans centers around the Blakes—a family spending an uncomfortable Thanksgiving in a Manhattan basement apartment, far from their suburban home in Scranton. In this innovative production, which won the Tony Award for best play in 2016, playwright Stephen Karam deploys elements of horror, comedy and drama to examine the modern American consciousness at a time when we, as a country, are more divided than ever. Runs through Dec. 15. Continue reading »
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Nick Veronin on November 20, 2019
There’s always a lot riding on a band’s second LP. According to conventional industry wisdom, a band has its entire life to hone a debut, but only a year to come up with an even bigger follow-up. And so, when an artist can put out a third set with a handful of iconic singles, as Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers did with Damn the Torpedoes, it says something about that group’s staying power. As part of the Classic Albums Live series, the Montalvo Arts Center presents Petty’s 1979 triple-platinum release, performed by a cover band in its entirety. Continue reading »
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John Flynn on November 20, 2019
These days, Patton Oswalt’s primary job is being a dad. But even after starring in the Pixar hit Ratatouille, shining in indie darlings like Young Adult and regularly stealing scenes on network sitcoms, Oswalt maintains a love of the stage. Continue reading »
I’d never had the time to really read your newspaper before, but tonight I sat down at a restaurant and read it while waiting for our takeout. I thought it was interesting, it had a bit of class to it and appealed to an educated audience. I was enjoying it until I got to the porn ads. I was so shocked and disgusted, but mostly shocked that you had to stoop so low for advertising revenue. Not only that, but there’s no way parents would know that your newspaper contained such lowlife porn ads. Wow! My first and last time picking up your magazine. I’m sending out a notice on our NextDoor website warning thousands of parents as well. Nice job keeping porn alive and well. You must be a prince of a guy.
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Mike Huguenor on November 13, 2019
For a generation of indie rockers, Built to Spill’s 1999 record, Keep It Like a Secret, is one of the great heavyweights—often mentioned in the same breath as Pavement’s Crooked Rain, Crooked Rain and Modest Mouse’s Lonesome Crowded West. Continue reading »
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C.J. Prusi on November 13, 2019
It’s a long way to the top if you want to rock and reel. A series of climbing films are coming to Mountain View to keep all you Silicon Valley senders stoked, even as the days get shorter, colder and (presumably… eventually) wetter. The event will feature three short documentaries: The High Road, about bouldering boundary-pusher Nina Williams, United States of Joe’s about climbers colliding with conservative Utah natives, and The Nose Speed Record, wherein Alex Honnold and Tommy Caldwell attempt to take their title back from Jim Reynolds and Brad Gobright. Continue reading »
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Metro Staff on November 13, 2019
Opera San Jose is kicking off the holiday season with a production of Engelbert Humperdinck’s family-friendly opera. Kids ages 6 and older who attend will not only enjoy a fully produced opera, they’ll also receive a small gift upon entrance, intermission treats, and opportunities to interact with costumed characters and be photographed in fairy tale settings in the lobby. Parents who may be overwhelmed by the Candyland sets can take refuge in Humperdinck’s Wagner-inspired score, and maybe some sparkling wine. Performances run through Dec. 1. Continue reading »
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C.J. Prusi on November 13, 2019
House cider rules! The 2 Towns Ciderhouse is taking over the Cider House Junction this Saturday. Featuring seasonal ciders and pouring until 9pm, the event is sure to provide a pleasant buzz to those who enjoy a little bit of the happy apple juice. Established in 2010 in Corvallis, Oregon, these cider makers have been pressing fruit since way before the craft cider scene took off in the U.S. A family owned company, 2 Towns continues its dedication to high quality, artisan ciders. With seven flagship ciders and a handful of seasonal offerings, there should be plenty of variety for local cider lovers. Continue reading »
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Richard von Busack on November 13, 2019
Naturally, South Bay denizens love sharks, but they might want to make an exception for Rosita (Romina Bentancur), the main character in the Uruguayan film Los Tiburones. She’s a sullen 14-ish girl at a faraway southern beach closed by shark activity, and she shares a shark’s ruthlessness and voraciousness: As director Lucia Garibaldi told the Hollywood Reporter, “some call her a psychopath, but I like her.” Winner of the World Cinema Directing Award at this year’s Sundance, Los Tiburones is the first in a series of Latin American films that will be screened at 3Below under the auspices of MACLA and the Cinema Club Silicon Valley. Continue reading »
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Conor Agnew on November 13, 2019
Whether you prefer the groundbreaking gameplay and anime-inspired graphics of Super Street Fighter II Turbo or the throbbing techno and motion-capture ultraviolence of Mortal Kombat, everyone’s a winner at this classic fighting game tournament. The South Bay’s first barcade, LVL Up serves up craft cocktails to adults and bar food favorites with a twist of California cuisine to patrons of all ages, so bring the whole family down to cheer you on. Tournament entry is $10, and the prize pool is determined by the number of entrants, so spread the word! Continue reading »
