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From play and restaurant openings to premiere parties and red carpet movie screenings around Chicago and Northwest Indiana, columnist Philip Potempa reports on celebs and notable names from near and far.
OF NOTORIETY: HBO's 'Treme' rules while showcasing soul of New Orleans
I receive countless books and media to review and it can be tough to find the time to give each the thorough write-up they deserve, instead of just a mention.
So when HBO sent along the DVD release of their original television "Treme," it was the perfect assignment for my intern this semester to check out and write up his thoughts.
Ross Blankenship, 22, of Schererville is a senior who just about to graduate from Valparaiso University.
OF NOTORIETY: Steppenwolf Theatre announces 2012-13 stage season of surprises
Steppenwolf Theatre Company Artistic Director Martha Lavey announced Wednesday the 2012-13 stage subscription season, including a Steppenwolf-commissioned world premiere and the work of 15 ensemble members.
The season begins in Steppenwolf's Downstairs Theatre with David Lindsay-Abaire's "Good People," directed by ensemble member K. Todd Freeman.
Up next, ensemble member Anna D. Shapiro directs "The Motherf**ker with the Hat" by Stephen Adly Guirgis. In The Upstairs Theatre, ensemble member Austin Pendleton will direct "The Birthday Party" by Harold Pinter.
Of Notoriety: Hyatt Regency Chicago New Year's Eve Bash Entertaining Elegance
When selecting the perfect party landscape to spend New Year's Eve, picking the Chicago hotel property that boasts "the longest freestanding bar in North America" seems like the natural space to gravitate to for fun and excitement.
And did I mention that this socializing watering hole, which is the focal point of the lush atrium area in the lobby of the Hyatt Regency Chicago at 151 E. Wacker Drive along the Chicago River, is also famed for featuring "colossal size cocktails?"
But actually, when it comes to hosting its annual New Year's Eve party, the main event at the Hyatt Regency Chicago unfolds in the ballrooms where more than 2,400 party guests welcome the new year.
OF NOTORIETY: Elegant and Intimate Four Winds Casino Hartford worth a visit
Sunday marks the two-month anniversary for the grand opening of the latest casino to our gaming landscape of Lake Michigan.
The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians opened their new casino, Four Winds Hartford, at 68600 Red Arrow Highway in Hartford, Mich., just 45 miles northeast of sister property Four Winds Casino Resort in New Buffalo, Mich., on Aug. 30. The New Buffallo property opened in 2007.
"Hartford is an area that is home to a large number of Pokagon Citizens and we are extremely proud to open a new Four Winds Casino here," said Matt Wesaw, chairman of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians.
Of Notoriety: DJ Pauly D of MTV's 'Jersey Shore' fame reschedules Chicago club date
There's no denying the cast of MTV's "Jersey Shore" have made it past their collective "15 minutes of fame," to quote the one-and-only Andy Warhol.
Okay, so maybe they might be on their 16th minute, but only time (and talent) will tell.
Chicago media maven and publicity wiz Michelle Molise tells me the hot and ever-crowded place-to-be-seen nightclub Enclave, 220 W. Chicago Ave., has rescheduled the previously postponed appearance date for DJ Pauly D, one of the beefcake stars of "Jersey Shore."
Of Notoriety: Memories of the midwest an easy recall for VU grad student
It's no secret how proud I am of my Midwest roots.
And I'm glad I'm not alone.
One of the best aspects of writing this blog feature for the past five years is the interaction with readers and their chance to share their own stories, comments and experiences.
Of Notoriety: Branson Belle Showboat cast includes Crown Point performer
Six Flags Great America serves as great training experience for many youths eager to entertain.
Steven Parrish of Crown Point has Six Flags showmanship experience from his Northwest Indiana days and is now a favorite fixture in Branson, Mo. in the stage spotlight of the Branson Belle Showboat old-fashioned riverboat dinner show.
While in Branson last weekend for a visit, I was pleased to discover the Branson Belle Showboat, which is also owned and operated by the Herschend Family, who also have the proud accomplishment of creating the popular Silver Dollar City theme park, just a few hills away.
Of Notoriety: Appreciating Park Chan-wook
I've been spending my summer shadowing Times Columnist Philip Potempa, who is also my professor at Valparaiso University. During my time shadowing Professor Potempa and writing on this blog, I have discovered an enjoyment of writing film reviews. As a lover of cinema, movies have always had a special place in my life.
To bring my "Appreciating..." series to a close, I want to spend my last blog entry talking about a filmmaker who inspires me as much as Stanley Kubrick, South Korean director Park Chan-wook.
I was first introduced to Park's work by a friend who highly recommended one of his films, "Oldboy." When I finally watched it, I was awestruck. His sense of style, his choice of camera movements, and writing all came together to make me realize that Park wasn't a run-of-the-mill filmmaker. I knew he was something special.
Of Notoriety: "The Wiz" enchants in Munster
I've been spending my summer shadowing Times Columnist Philip Potempa, who is also my professor at Valparaiso University. During my time shadowing Professor Potempa and writing on this blog, I have discovered an enjoyment of writing film reviews. As a lover of cinema, movies have always had a special place in my life.
I was recently invited to attend a performance of the hit musical, "The Wiz." In preparation, I decided to get a frame of reference by watching the 1978 Sidney Lumet film of the same name. I'm not a fan of many film musicals (Tim Burton's "Sweeney Todd" and the "South Park" movie aside), and the film adaptation of "The Wiz" didn't really do anything for me.
While some of the songs are good (specifically those Michael Jackson was a part of), I found myself dreading the moments new songs appeared. However, I had a feeling that seeing it on stage would be a much different, better experience.
Of Notoriety: New Chicago eatery in West Loop offers earth-friendly efforts and clever cuisine
BRUNCH, a new hip and trendy dining space that opened in late May in the West Loop neighborhood at 343 West Erie, is serving up something new and interesting.
Consider it breakfast and lunch with a twist on traditional favorites.
They hosted a great launch party last month on June 23, that also raised money donated to the Pajama Program, a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization that provides warm, new pajamas and books to children in need around the world, many of whom are waiting and hoping to be adopted.
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