What Women Want
The other day, I was viewing the profiles of people who had viewed my profile on an online dating Web site. There were the usual items — those with no photos, no personal information about who they are or what they like to do; and yet, they want you to drop them notes. Then came what I like to call the interesting reading material. Spelling bee Has anyone...
Continue ReadingIt’s All in the Family with August: Osage County
Estelle Parsons has got moxy. She knows what she wants, does what she wants and has no regrets about her life. Parsons isn’t the usual Broadway actress, either. She’s 82 and having the time of her life playing the role of Violet in the show August: Osage County, coming to the Wharton Center this month. CAWLM chatted with Parsons about her role in the play,...
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East Lansing Goes to the Dogs
The year 1956 was full of momentous occasions. Elvis Presley’s first hit single, “Heartbreak Hotel,” was released; the first half-hour serial, “As the World Turns,” began on CBS and author Dodie Smith’s book 101 Dalmatians was published. Most people probably don’t realize that someone other than Disney® had anything to do with 101 Dalmatians....
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Ol’ Blue Eyes Comes to East Lansing
Okay, so it’s not the real Ol’ Blue Eyes, but he runs a pretty close second. Brian Duprey comes to the Wharton Center in East Lansing as Frank Sinatra in The Rat Pack is Back! He’s bringing the whole gang with him — Dean Martin, Sammy Davis, Jr. and Joey Bishop. Of course, these are all being portrayed by actors: Drew Anthony, Kenny Jones and Mickey...
Continue ReadingMr. Pouty Pants
I never dreamed that dating an older gentleman would turn into a disaster. As an adult, you figure even if something doesn’t work out, your reaction doesn’t say “You killed my pet,” or “I don’t know that I can go on without you.” Mr. Pouty Pants was just this side of losing it. Terry was a local guy I met on an interracial dating site. The Web...
Continue ReadingA Classic Holiday with White Christmas
When thinking about the top classic Christmas films, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas is bound to be somewhere on most people’s lists. The musical version of this merry seasonal favorite makes a stop at the Wharton Center this December as part of the national tour. CAWLM talked to Kerry O’Malley, who plays the role of Betty Haynes. She’s got a history O’Malley...
Continue ReadingSix Weeks Later: The Breakup Aftermath
My last column regarding online dating had some great advice to keep in mind as you look for your “Mr. Right.” I think I failed to account for the fact that you can lose your mind while dating. All of the fun and excitement of being in a new relationship can cause you to walk through everything else in life in a dream-like state. Then the breakup comes,...
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The Ahn Trio: Chamber Music in the 21st Century
Sisters are a very unique breed of individuals. But even if you have a great appreciation for your sisters, you may not have considered working with them. That’s what twins Lucia and Maria and their sister Angella Ahn, professionally known as the Ahn Trio, do. They have performed all across the globe, and will return to Michigan this month to perform their...
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