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Chekhov adaptation cries 'Uncle Vanya'

Monday, March 1, 2004

The Classika Theatre, a community theater with a maximum seating capacity of just over 80, finds difficulty staging "Uncle Vanya," a rather complex play by Anton Chekhov. Although director Ivan Kovatchev grew up in Bulgaria and witnessed the crumbling of the Soviet Bloc, the authenticity of this play seems most difficult to portray.

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Our listening guide to D.C.'s radio stations

By Emily Zemler · Monday, March 1, 2004

In an age when downloading music off the Internet is widespread, it is easy to forget that radio still exists. Today, radio stations are owned by large media companies that standardize playlists for channels across the nation. It is often annoying how the same songs are played over and over again. Still, sometimes there is little choice between turning on the radio or sitting in silence.

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Video Game Review

By Andrew McNamee · Monday, March 1, 2004

Andrew McNamee reviews "Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time," a new-generation answer to a classic computer game.

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The Living End molds modern 'ART'

By Jeffrey Berman | March 1

Australia's The Living End is about to drop its latest assault on the world March 2, marking its return after a three-year hiatus. But its comeback didn't come without a price. The Melbourne trio began as a cover band before shifting toward a vivacious and incredibly talented punk rockabilly act. TLE had a buzz about that in Australia that eventually inked the band a deal with Reprise Records in 1998.

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'King' ties Oscar record

By Dan Zak | March 1

"The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" won all of the 11 Oscars for which it was nominated at the Academy Awards last night in Hollywood, Calif., tying the record for most awards won set by "Ben-Hur" in 1970 and equaled by "Titanic" in 1998. Director Peter Jackson was one of the most honored individuals of the night, taking three of his film's awards, as producer, director and screenwriter.

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Oscar-winning professor discusses awards

By Dan Zak | February 26

"Don't look for me on Sunday because I'm not going to be there," said Professor Russell Williams II about the Academy Awards after giving an informal talk about them Wednesday evening in the Wechsler Theatre. Now a full-time faculty member and artist in residence, Williams actually was there 15 years ago, when he won two consecutive Oscars - as the sound mixer for "Glory" in 1990 and "Dances with Wolves" in 1991.

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Web exclusive: Trite 'Twisted' turns itself inside-out

By George Melissinos | February 26

It is easy to tell what kind of Samuel L. Jackson movie you are about to watch once you see his introduction. When Jackson's character shows up in a sleazy bar scene and says, "Guys, move away, you're breathing my air," the viewer knows to expect something more akin to "Deep Blue Sea" than "Pulp Fiction."

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Film: 'The Passion of the Christ'

By Dan Zak | February 26

"The Passion of the Christ" brings to stark, savage reality everything from the syllabi of Catholic school religion classes. As a Catholic and product of Catholic schools, I see the film as nothing more than this. It is an intense and emotional visualization of the Stations of the Cross, and it moved me, but, like those classes, it did not rouse my spirit or shake my beliefs.

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V-Day spans the globe

By Loren Bonner | February 26

On behalf of V-Day, the global movement to stop violence against women and girls, the vagina will once again be the center of attention this weekend. Sponsored by the Women's Initiative and Choice USA, AU students will perform 20 monologues from the book that started it all: Eve Ensler's "The Vagina Monologues.

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Good vibes from L.A.

February 26

It has been an interesting semester here in D.C. for name-dropping. Gone are the constant references to "OutKast," "Le Tigre" and "Peaches" among the hipsters. The word is out: The Bronx is what's up this year. After two shows (yes count 'em, two shows) in 2002 The Bronx was on the tips of the tongues, the tops of the wish lists and in the record players of every single record label executive in California.

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The Rusty Nail

By L. Russell Allen IV | February 26

Somewhere down the line, February became a month devoted to diversity. This being February and all, I thought it would be appropriate to write a Rusty Nail that dealt with equality, understanding and, of course, brotherhood. Instead, I am forced to write about a place where such ideal values don't exist. A place where the "haves" look down upon the "have-nots" with anger and disgust. Of course, I am speaking of the American University Jacobs Fitness Center.

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9:30 tour show leaves audience ska'd for life

By Jesse Miksic | February 26

A nervous energy permeated the 9:30 club through all four sets of Monday's show, the "Ska is Dead ... And You're Next" tour. Catch-22 headlined the tour, and The Planet Smashers, Big D and the Kids Table and Mustard Plug opened to an increasingly enthusiastic crowd.

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Web Exclusive: Even Swayze can't save 'Havana'

By Emily Zemler | February 26

When you think of seminal chick flicks, certainly the first to pop into your head is 1987's "Dirty Dancing." Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey's class-defying adventure in the underbelly of the dance world has delighted girls and, secretly, boys, for years. The film, which is by no means spectacular, has such a following that, alas, the producers thought it would be a fabulous idea to make another one.

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Charging to the Academy Awards

February 26

Billy Crystal will be back Sunday night to host the 76th Academy Awards at the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood, Calif., and he will preside over the most diverse, unpredictable night in recent Oscar history. But why wait until the ceremony to say who will win? In order to make the awards even more interesting, three Eagle editors predict the results of the ceremony and offer their opinions of who they think should win.

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Web exclusive: Fountains hits 9:30 club

By Michael Menachem | February 26

Fountains of Wayne jammed Sunday night at the 9:30 club, bringing back the nostalgic rock sound of the early 1960s. Through catchy sing-along tunes and clever storytelling, Fountains of Wayne appears to enjoy not being taken too seriously on stage. The band is currently wrapping a European and U.S. tour, promoting its critically lauded album, "Welcome Interstate Managers."

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'Roundelays' revives spring spirit

By Lisa Leone | February 26

AU's Department of Performing Arts will present "Spring Connections: Roundelays & More," a concert that presents a unique blend of dance and theatre this weekend. The performance includes eight dances, choreographed by graduate students and guest choreographers.

The UFL and Why it's Good for the Sport

Section 202 hosts Connor Sturniolo and Gabrielle McNamee are joined by fellow Eagle staff member and phenomenal sports photographer, Josh Markowitz. Follow along as they discuss the United Football League and the benefits it provides for the world of professional football.

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