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Off Beat: When it comes to music, boys of AudioBody get physical
The act combines music, physical comedy, juggling and contortion (among other things).
Bar Guide: Traditions could easily become tradition-forming
Mostly locals frequent the bar and restaurant, but new customers are warmly welcomed.
What Ales You: Tasting honey-flavored beers can be truly sweet experience
Discover the various ways honey is used in beer.
From the Editor: Some oldies are goodies, some not
Jukebox musicals — plays built around popular songs — are all the rage, and we have “Mamma Mia!” to thank for it. (Or to blame, depending on your perspective.) Although there were other jukebox musicals before it, the monstrous success of the ABBA musical not only revived interest in the Swedish pop band, it spawned […]
At the Movies
OPENING THIS WEEK “HERMAN & SHELLY” (NR) Stars Lance Rubin, Nina Kassa and Samantha Sherman. Directed by Bridget Stokes. A tragicomic romance about two quirky, creative and ambitious children who grow up to be quirky, creative and disillusioned adults. While Herman and Shelly try to figure out who they want to be, they are also faced with […]
Making Noise: Matt Shipman embraces the diversity of Celtic music
Celtic-influenced singer-songwriter Matt Shipman’s new CD is called “Solitary Wander.” GO recently caught up with him for an education on Celtic music and his personal story. When was “Solitary Wander” released, and where can people purchase a copy? It was released on Dec. 1, and you can get a copy on my website (shippymusic.com), CDbaby […]
CD Review: James Day Leavitt shows a deft, writerly touch on debut album
‘When It’s Gone’ is a full plate of less is more.
Impersonation of an icon … by an icon
Meryl Streep nails every nuance of Margaret Thatcher’s persona in ‘The Iron Lady.’
Eat and Run: Borealis Breads Bakery & Bistro, Portland
It’s a great place to go to get truly scrumptious, locally sourced fare.