Dragged Across Concrete is only going to get a third of a review and I'll tell you why. To be upfront, this began as a review. As I wrote, it turned into an essay on the importance of having likeable protagonists. That's what this post is in a nutshell. You can stop reading if you … Continue reading Dragged Across Concrete: The importance of likability
Month: May 2019
Streetcar Named Desire Ballet
If you read my previous post, then you’ll know that I am a big fan of the Tennessee Williams play A Streetcar Named Desire. There are few things in this world that I could watch endlessly on repeat. There’s The Wire, 30 Rock, seasons 2-8 of It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, the first 10 seasons … Continue reading Streetcar Named Desire Ballet
Sean Kearns: Northern Irelands best kept secret
A Streetcar Named Desire is now playing at the Lyric Theatre Belfast. Now is a good time for me to tell you about one of Northern Ireland's best-kept acting secrets, Sean Kearns. Let me tell you about him. First of all, before you read any further, I have to tell you that I'm biased when … Continue reading Sean Kearns: Northern Irelands best kept secret
WHEN WE ALL FALL ASLEEP WHERE DO WE GO: Billie Eilish
WHEN WE ALL FALL ASLEEP WHERE DO WE GO is the debut album from Billie Eilish. I discovered her on the youtube trending tab with her video for bury a friend. The song and video intrigued me. The video reminded me of Michael Jackson’s Thriller. The song reminded me of a more chill, softly spoken version … Continue reading WHEN WE ALL FALL ASLEEP WHERE DO WE GO: Billie Eilish