Arts Fuse Editor
In contrast to the contrived food shows of today, Anthony Bourdain brought class and vigor as well as creativity to his fascinating stories of food and travel.
John Prine’s music on The Tree of Forgiveness is alert and nimble – not at all a retreat to the folkie bar.
Apart from a few weak elements, GBS’s Calendar Girls is a well-acted, well-staged comedic romp filled with wit, warmth, and genuine insight.
A chance to see two important works by pioneering African-American filmmaker Bill Gunn.
Perhaps the idea is for the listener to come up with their own ideal blend, sort of a mix and max approach regarding the strengths in each disc.
Convenience Store Woman is an achievement — a satiric look at a mind that is intent on remaining empty.
The best festivals, like Disc Jam, build and deliver music-fueled experiences.
Rupert Thomson’s Never Anyone But You is a quiet, expert, and inestimably engaging novel.
Arts Fuse critics select the best in film, dance, visual arts, theater, music, and author events for the coming weeks.
Book Commentary: “Fahrenheit 451” and Cultural Betrayal
It never occurs to him that, by championing just the great works of Western Civilization and consigning pop culture (notably science-fiction) to the flames, he’s exercising his own pernicious brand of censorship.
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