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- Acting by relay is the law of the day in "Palindromes," Todd Solondz's demented fable about the twistedly comedic adventures of a 13-year-old runaway named Aviva. Eight members of the cast rotate in |
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- Yes, Paris Hilton is trying to be a movie star now. Gnash your teeth, curse the dynamics of unearned privilege, spoiled youth and the ubiquitous media coverage that shoves it all in our faces |
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- "Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith," the critical link in George Lucas' six-part epic adventure-film chain, opens May 19. We're getting ready for Anakin Skywalker's conversion to Darth |
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- Tucson will be hearing rebel yells all afternoon and evening on Saturday as generations of punk and rock lovers gather for KFMA Day. Billy Idol, an original MTV icon, is headlining |
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- I am a Catherpes mexicanus, but you can call me a canyon wren. Please don't confuse me with the state bird of Arizona, which happens to be the cactus variety of my kin. I am 5 1/2 to 6 inches in |
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- Francisco "Frankie J" Bautista's nerves seemed to be getting the better of him in a phone interview last Friday with the Star. The Mexican-born R&B vocalist was en route to Corpus Christi to |
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- "Travellers and Magicians" comes billed as the first feature film shot in Bhutan, the remote Himalayan country wedged between China and India |
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- With its band of mischievous, self-sufficient young boys and girls running roughshod, "Turtles Can Fly" is an Iraqi version of "The Little Rascals." These kids' antics are more likely to make you |
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Box office (May 07 2005 02:57 GMT) - Movie Last week Total Weeks out 1. The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy $21.1 million $21.1 million 1 week 2. The Interpreter $13. |
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- Listen closely on Saturday and you just may hear the rebel yells of rock revelers at KFMA Day. The sixth spring KFMA Day music festival sponsored by radio station KFMA (92.1-FM) will feature Billy |
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- ? A rotating list of some of the area's popular restaurants. Most include staff impressions or a summary of a review by the Star's critics. Across the pond Aladdin Middle Eastern Restaurant - 3699 |
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- Singer/songwriter Ana Egge hangs out with folk singers in über-cool clubs in Austin and Brooklyn, but truth be told, she wants to be a rock star |
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»Concerts (May 07 2005 02:57 GMT) - ? Main Stages map, Page 33. Some tickets may be subject to a surcharge. Today Creature Feature - Club Congress, 311 E. Congress St. A fashionable threesome who do the art, post-punk-post-hardcore |
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»Notes (May 07 2005 02:57 GMT) - Matthews collaborator playing solo at Plush Pop open an album with Dave Matthews' name on it and chances are you'll also find Tim Reynolds in there. Check out a Dave concert anywhere in the world |
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- Tucson's Last Call Girls are heading down to the intimate Cushing Street Bar and Cafe, 198 W. Cushing St., on Saturday. The Call Girls, as they are |
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- For the record: Marty Mendoza recognizes a good thing when he sees it. Though the seasoned musician has worked upfront and behind-the-scenes in genres ranging from metal to pop, Mendoza opted to |
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- Friday night. Sitting around. Nothing to do. A hankering for cheap beer and pizza. Gotta go bowling. |
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»Night Life (May 07 2005 02:57 GMT) - Rock, blues Belushes - 1118 E. Sixth St. Live music, 9-2 Fridays and Saturdays. 903-9039. Berky's Bar - 5769 E. |
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- The Bisbee Youth Spring Fine Arts Festival S.T.A.R. (Superb Talent Across the Region) is 10 a. |
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Must Buy (May 07 2005 02:57 GMT) - We're not the type to say everyone needs a boyfriend, but we did get a giggle out of this Grow a Boyfriend sponge that we found on a recent shopping trip. Pop him in water and in 72 hours you've got |
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- ? Main Stages map, Page 33. Some tickets may be subject to a surcharge. Today Capoeira - Skrappy's, 201 E. Broadway. Brazilian folk dance for all ages. |
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- Few benefit more from the joys of self-perpetuating fame than Paris Hilton, who stars in the horror film "House of Wax," which opens Friday. The 24-year-old heiress/actress/reality-show subject has |
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- If you want to find out more about the epic drama "Kingdom of Heaven," surf to www.kingdomofheavenmovie.com online |
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- Loews Cineplex Entertainment Corp., the world's third-largest movie chain of which Tucson's Foothills and Catalina theaters are part, will start publicizing the actual starting times of feature |
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- OPENing friDAY Crash - R for language, sexual content and some violence. A Los Angeles car accident ties together a group of strangers. Sandra Bullock stars. Paul Haggis directs. 100 minutes. |
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»Screenings (May 07 2005 02:57 GMT) - Friday Late-night Movies at the Loft Cinema - The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway. Classic cult films Fridays and Saturdays through May 28. "The Goonies," May 6, 7; "Friday the 13th," May 13, 14. |
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- A partial schedule of coming movies on video. Release dates are subject to change. Released May 3 - "The Chorus," "National Treasure" Coming May 10 - "The Life Aquatic With Steve Zissou," "Racing |
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- NEW YORK - James Arone takes his job seriously. He may not be a household name, but Arone has been in such major films as "Raging Bull," "Analyze This" and "Men of Honor." Only, Arone never appeared |
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- Juilliard-trained concert pianist Sam Rotman performs all over the globe, spreading the gospel of good music and Christian values |
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- Joey Medina and Alex Reymundo are leaving their fellow Latin Kings of Comedy tourmates behind as they set out on the "Alex & Joey Comedy Tour." The young, fresh Latino comedians will hit 13 |
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»Theater (May 07 2005 02:57 GMT) - ? Some tickets may be subject to a surcharge. "Baby With the Bathwater" - Live Theater Workshop. Comedy by Christopher Durang about a family. Previews: 7: |
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- On Mother's Day Sunday, just as the sun is dipping low into the Catalina Mountains, the sounds of Shostakovich's Festive Overture will fill the evening sky at Reid Park. The Tucson Pops Orchestra, |
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»Stages (May 07 2005 02:57 GMT) - TSO's season finale features choral pieces The Tucson Symphony Orchestra will end its 2004-2005 season in a burst of song next week. The orchestra and the TSO Chorus will perform two of Brahms' |
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- ? Main Stages map, Page 33 . Some tickets are subject to a surcharge. Concerts Today Spring Concert Series: Harp Duo - Tohono Chul Park, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte. |
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- ? Related story on area museums, Page 31. Museums Arizona Historical Society - The society's four Tucson museums feature exhibits that convey the history of Tucson and Arizona. A pass, good for one |
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- Brioche We travel to France for this week's word, as you might expect since those French are very, very good at bread and pastries. Basically a feather-light but rich French bread that can border on |
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»Morsels (May 07 2005 02:57 GMT) - Tucson Originals' offer is too good to refuse Here's a gig we don't want to miss out on: The 23 members of the Tucson Originals are having a sale. Four times a year - once each quarter. Here's how |
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- If you like to scrapbook - if you REALLY like to scrapbook - then we know what you're doing this weekend. Making Memories Unforgettable's central location at East Broadway and North Alvernon Way is |
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- It's always fun to buy a new wallet - even if you don't have much money to put in it. And this one's oh-so-cool since it's made entirely out of duct tape. Yes, duct tape, that very stuff you have |
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»Specials (May 07 2005 02:57 GMT) - Today End-of-semester Ceramic Art Sale - UA Ceramics Lab/Studio, Suite 114, southeast corner of the Esquire Building, East Helen Street and North Park Avenue. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. |
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- Boyce Thompson Arboretum salutes International Migratory Bird Day Saturday with a 7 a.m. birdwalk and 9 a.m. slide-show presentation by wildlife photographer EJ Peiker. |
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»Calendar (May 07 2005 02:57 GMT) - Saturday Beat the Heat Dressage Horse Show - Pima County Fairgrounds, 11300 S. Houghton Road. Tucson Dressage Club presents competitors from around the state. 7 a.m. |
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- May finds a kite and a crown flying almost directly overhead. The constellations Bootes and Corona Borealis ride high this month, with both sitting near the zenith of the night sky about midnight. |
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- Saturday marks the fourth annua l Free Comic Book Day at comic shops nationwide. The specialty shops - don't expect to see the promotion at supermarkets or other outlets that sell comics as |
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- How long has Tucson Greyhound Park been in operation? The white building with the tower outlined in green lights, at 2601 S. Third Ave. in South Tucson, became an entertain-ment venue when it opened |
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- ? Related story on area museums, Page 31 Today Cinco de Mayo Resource and Activity Fair - Rose Family and Wellness Center, 710 W. Michigan St. Music, food, jumping castle, kids train, piñatas, arts |
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- Today Cinco de Mayo Resource and Activity Fair - Rose Family and Wellness Center, 710 W. Michigan St. Includes music, food, piñatas, arts and crafts, games and booths. 2-6 p.m. |
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- In the mood for something silly? Need a gag gift for an end-of-school or graduation party? Or do you just feel lucky and want to win something really cool? Then this could be the contest for you. |
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- Billy Idol Sound: From pop rock to new wave to punk Albums: "Don't Stop" EP (1980), "Billy Idol" (1982), "Rebel Yell" (1983), "Whiplash Smile" (1986), "Vital Idol" (1987), "Charmed Life" (1990), |
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- In black and white, it might seem pretty odd that country rebel Willie Nelson is playing on Mother's Day in Phoenix. What could he possibly have to say about dear ole mom? " Mamas, don't let your |
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- Listening to good music can help the homeless if you're listening to bluesy folk and pop singer Melanie Morrison. Morrison, the board president of New Beginnings for Women and Children |
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