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The Inverted Soul Of Purim And The Puppet Theater

Michelle Bentsman | Posted 04.24.2013 | Religion
Michelle Bentsman

Purim is the consummate Jewish carnival, and puppetry -- very much at home in the carnival -- is often considered a lowly art, if an art at all. So what can we make of lowly behavior, lowly art and inverted souls?

Weekend of Theatre in Southland Proves Unforgettable

Charles Karel Bouley | Posted 03.30.2013 | Los Angeles
Charles Karel Bouley

From innovative, enormous productions like War Horse, to fun, well-acted and crafted smaller productions like Around the World in 80 Days, theatre is alive and well in the Southland right now, so get to a play soon.

A Grand War Horse and Giddy Book of Mormon Burst Into Chicago

Robert Bullen | Posted 02.20.2013 | Chicago
Robert Bullen

The theatrical year in Chicago has ended in full gallop with two highly anticipated shows receiving full-scale, top-notch productions, playing through the new year.

Will We Hear THIS Speech From Moderate Mitt Before Tuesday?

Andy Ostroy | Posted 11.02.2012 | Comedy
Andy Ostroy

The presidential election is Tuesday, giving Mitt Romney just four more days to convince voters that he actually has a core. That's no easy task giv...

As War Horse Closes on Broadway, Its Lessons Live On

Kate Quarfordt | Posted 12.28.2012 | Home
Kate Quarfordt

When a mutually supportive balance is struck between experiential learning driven by students' passions and direct instruction grounded in the skills they need, kids become equally hungry for both.

Limitless Fun In NYC

Lisa McElroy | Posted 12.22.2012 | Travel
Lisa McElroy

It's early fall, and I've got itchy feet. Two back-to-back trips to New York show the many sides the city has to offer.

Should Animals Be Soldiers?

American Anthropological Association | Posted 06.24.2012 | Green
American Anthropological Association

The use of animals in war goes much farther back than WWI, and much farther forward too, and spans more species and places than we would expect.

DVDs: War Horse Stumbles

Michael Giltz | Posted 06.18.2012 | Entertainment
Michael Giltz

War Horse is based on the novel by Michael Morpurgo, a solid young adult novel with classic status in the UK. It was turned into a brilliant bit of theater (really, you should see it if at all possible). But Spielberg's film fails on every level.

This Year's Oscar Movies Inspire Travels

Doris Gallan | Posted 04.28.2012 | Fifty
Doris Gallan

In years when we can't afford to travel, we can still journey for a couple of hours for the price of a movie ticket. We can go to Paris, England, New York, Los Angeles, Sweden -- anywhere we please and enjoy a story, the scenery, and the music. All this without the cost, hassle and jet lag of a trip.

The Untold War Story -- Then and Now

Adam Hochschild | Posted 04.27.2012 | Home
Adam Hochschild

Filmmakers and novelists have long been fascinated by the way the optimistic, sunlit, pre-1914 Europe of emperors in plumed helmets and hussars on parade so quickly turned into a mass slaughterhouse on an unprecedented scale.

What Parents Need To Know About This Year's Oscar-Nominated Films

| Posted 02.22.2012 | Parents

The 2012 Oscar nominations are chock-full of family-friendly films. From the magic of Martin Scorsese's Hugo to the swashbuckling adventure of Puss in...

A Mom's Oscar Cheat Sheet

Liz Kozak | Posted 04.23.2012 | Parents
Liz Kozak

I wish I could call up every single person who told me, "Sleep while you can!" and inform them that their advice was terrible. I wish I had used all that nap time to go to the movies, because I miss it a whole lot.

Oscars Recipe: 'War Horse' Carrot, Oat And Apple Cake

Tori Haschka | Posted 08.31.2012 | Taste
Tori Haschka

This cake celebrates the highs and the lows of Stephen Spielberg's War Horse. In it you'll find the apple which Albert (human) first uses to befriend Joey (horse).

Watch Academy Award Winners Give Their Take On Best Picture Nominations

Shira Lazar | Posted 04.20.2012 | Entertainment
Shira Lazar

I sat down with two Academy Award winners -- Jon Landau (Titanic, Avatar) and Dustin Lance Black (Milk) to discuss their favorite movie moments.

A-List Stars Head To The BAFTAs

AP | JILL LAWLESS | Posted 04.13.2012 | Entertainment

LONDON — Silent movie "The Artist" had a night to shout about Sunday, winning seven prizes including best picture at the British Academy Film Aw...

Walking the Red Carpet

Candace Vorhaus | Posted 04.04.2012 | Entertainment
Candace Vorhaus

Several of my favorite stars and their movies are in the running but for me, the best part about the Oscars is watching the activity on the red carpet.

War Horse: More Than A Tale of a Horse

Laura Stepp | Posted 03.27.2012 | Entertainment
Laura Stepp

This movie is not just another sentimental story about a boy and his horse. It conveys as clearly as any movie I've seen the utter horrors of war and the moments of grace that can occur between enemies.

The Oscar Bounce: What's An Oscar Nomination Worth At The Box Office?

The Huffington Post | Gary Susman | Posted 03.26.2012 | Entertainment

The much vaunted Oscar bounce ain't what it used to be. Within the last decade, a movie nominated for Best Picture could expect to see its grosses ...

Bestiality And Shailene Woodley's Cleavage Dominate Australian Twitter Feed

Posted 01.23.2012 | Entertainment

Movie criticism can be harsh, especially on Twitter. One Australian theater chain found that out the hard way. In order to generate buzz, Cineple...

The Descendants Wins Best Picture Drama At The Golden Globes!

Posted 01.15.2012 | Entertainment

"The Descendants" has won the Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture Drama. The Alexander Payne-directed family drama stars George Clooney as a man s...

George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Rob Lowe & More Gather For Lunch

Posted 03.15.2012 | Entertainment

The tables turned at one of Hollywood's most prestigious luncheons on Friday. Amidst a week packed with glitzy galas, The American Film Institute f...

WATCH: Paul Scheer And Rob Heubel Interview A Horse

Posted 01.12.2012 | Comedy

Stephen Spielberg's "War Horse" hit theaters this winter, and has been doing great at the box office. And sure, you could probably do a cursory You...

Kate Middleton Cried During 'War Horse' Screening, Dazzled On Red Carpet

Posted 03.10.2012 | Entertainment

When they got married, Prince William and Kate Middleton rode in a horse and buggy to their wedding party. This weekend, they took another highly phot...

PHOTOS: Kate Middleton Hits The Red Carpet In Black Lace

The Huffington Post | Ellie Krupnick | Posted 01.08.2012 | Style

Kate Middleton wore many dresses in 2011, but the most famous was her long-sleeved lace wedding gown viewed by millions worldwide. The second most-...

2011 Year-end Wrap-up Part V: The Runner-ups

Scott Mendelson | Posted 03.06.2012 | Entertainment
Scott Mendelson

I saw a lot of really good movies this year, and I see no reason not to celebrate as many of them as I can get away with. So now, in alphabetical order, the 10 'runner-ups' of the year.