‘Black Swan’ leaps beyond realism
A psychological thriller set in the world of ballet, the film “Black Swan” reflects the demands of professional dance, Sacramento Ballet dancers said. Up to a pointe.
Natalie Portman is a veteran ballerina locked in a battle with a younger dancer for the role of a lifetime in “The Black Swan.”
Isha Lloyd, 21
Stefan Calka, 29
Christopher Nachtrab, 26
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Movie music with character
Terence Blanchard began his film- music career playing trumpet parts in early Spike Lee films, standing in on horn for Denzel Washington in “Mo’ Better Blues.”
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Sacramento’s James Garner is a living tribute to Johnny Cash
James Garner has idolized Johnny Cash since he was a kid and takes pains to ensure his musical tribute to Cash never goes the cheap-impersonation route.
James Garner was a teenager when he met Johnny Cash after a show.
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The Judds aim for Arco Arena on first tour in 10 years
Naomi Judd is a gracious, soft- spoken quote machine.
Naomi, left, and Wynonna Judd, shown in 2008 at the Stagecoach Country Music Festival, will perform at Arco Arena on Sunday.
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From weakling to pumped-up patriot
Earnest. Square-jawed. Unapologetically square. Chris Evans is ideally cast as the patriotic title character in Captain America: The First Avenger, easily the best 1941 movie made in 2011.
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National spotlight shines on quirky Agent Ribbons
Road warriors in vintage dresses, Agent Ribbons has, over the past few years, played Alabama, Texarkana and parts of Spain, gained a member, lost that member, moved to Austin, and, after much duress, finished its second album.
Lauren Hess, left, and Natalie Ribbons make up the indie duo Agent Ribbons.
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Music clubs get their creepy acts together for Halloween
For a few nights a year, Children of the Grave is the hardest-working act in show business.
Maggie Read and Jerry Perry got in the spirit for a past “Dead Rock Stars” night at Old Ironsides. Jay Spooner Photography
Maggie Read and Jerry Perry got in the spirit for a past “Dead Rock Stars” night at Old Ironsides. Jay Spooner Photography
Johnny Deadly, center, leads Children of the Grave, playing tonight, Saturday and Sunday. Bob HeronJeremy Sykes, above; Jay Spooner, below Warp 11, above, includes Capt. Karl Miller and Chief Science Officer Kiki Stockhammer. Catch them at the Blue Lamp on Saturday. Below, at an earlier “Dead Rock Stars” event at Old Ironsides, local musicians channel the Ramones.
Johnny Deadly, center, leads Children of the Grave, playing tonight, Saturday and Sunday. Bob HeronJeremy Sykes, above; Jay Spooner, below Warp 11, above, includes Capt. Karl Miller and Chief Science Officer Kiki Stockhammer. Catch them at the Blue Lamp on Saturday. Below, at an earlier “Dead Rock Stars” event at Old Ironsides, local musicians channel the Ramones.
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Justin Bieber: The teen sensation performs tonight for (we guarantee) enthralled fans
Just last December, Justin Bieber played the Jingle Ball at Memorial Auditorium. Tonight, he will perform before a sellout crowd at the three-times-larger Arco Arena.
Justin Bieber performs on NBC’s “Today” show earlier this year.
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Yo-yo friendship, mutual attraction
When they collect their diplomas from the University of Edinburgh in 1998, Emma’s goal is to make a difference, Dexter’s to make a splash.
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Welchy Weighs In - August: Barbel are Thick!
Welchy’s back and this time he’s got a few words to say about a species which was not exactly at the front of the queue when the brains were being dished out.
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