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Shaking Things Up at the Emmys and Taking Flight in Tennessee

SHAKING THINGS UP AT THE EMMYS Dare I say I am looking forward to this year’s Emmy Awards? Usually, I tune into to see who’s wearing what, and go about my chores while the show’s host and winners drone on in the background. This year, though, I think I might actually sit down and watch some of the festivities. Why the change of heart? I’m thinking this year might not be as boring as years past since there won’t be a single Emmy host this time around–there will be five. Tom Bergeron, of “Dancing With the Stars”; Ryan Seacrest, of … Continue reading →

Emmy Thoughts: “What Was Up With That Stage?”

I can picture it now… a few months ago a summer intern working with Emmy show producers comes into work following an evening taking in Shakespeare’s Othello at a knock-off Globe Theatre in Burbank. He walks into a morning meeting where his bosses are kicking around ways to infuse “new life” into the 50-year plus telecast. “I have it,” the intern exclaims. “Build a theater-in-the-round stage in the Shrine Auditorium where ensemble casts are forced to sit together rather than scattered about.” “Hmmm…” the producers ponder before coming to the conclusion: “It’s so crazy it might just work.” Yeah, well, … Continue reading →

Censors Get A Workout At The Emmys

Honestly, I thought there was something wrong with my TV. When the sound cut out in the middle of Ray Romano’s rant on what life has been like since his show went off the air, I instantly grabbed my TV remote and starting pressing the volume button. The volume numbers increased, but still no sound. It took me a good minute to figure out that the comedian had been censored. Whoever was in charge of pressing the bleep button at last night’s Emmy Awards sure got a workout. In fact, I wouldn’t be surprised if he or she is nursing … Continue reading →

Emmy Mania—Will You Be Watching?

In just a few hours hundreds of Hollywood’s elite will be strutting down the red carpet hoping they will end their evening clutching television’s highest honor—-the Emmy Award. Only this year, the red carpet is being tinged with a hint of “green.” As in eco-green. Yes, the entertainment industry is contributing to the global cause by launching a “Green with Emmy” campaign. (Clever.) Not only will the show’s Shrine Auditorium location be powered by renewable energy for the month of September (a combination of solar energy, wind energy and hydropower), but stars will also be gathering under a solar panel … Continue reading →

Getting Ready For Emmy

It’s that time of year again. Time to pull out the pizza and pickles. It’s Emmy time! The 59th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards airs live tomorrow night on FOX. But for the lucky actors and actresses vying for telvision’s highest honor the party has already started. For the past few days nominees have been making the rounds at pre-Emmy bashes, most notably last night’s gala hosted by the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. Nominees including Denis Leary, Sandra Oh, T.R. Knight, Neil Patrick Harris, and Jon Cryer. All showed up for the festivities and were remarkably honest about what … Continue reading →

The Golden Globe Awards Show Bites the Dust

I guess I can shelve the pickle juice… Striking Hollywood writers finally got their way… the Golden Globe Awards are officially cancelled and thus have become yet another victim of the writers’ work stoppage. Organizers of the ceremony say they will still give out the awards, only now they will do so via a press conference. That’s right; no more fancy tuxes, sparkly dresses or that lavish champagne dinner in the Beverly Hilton’s International Ballroom. Instead, viewers can look forward to an hour-long telecast on NBC in which the winners will simply be read off cards, and if all goes … Continue reading →

Photography Potpourri: The “S” Curve and Photo Puzzles

THE “S” CURVE In a previous blog I discussed the importance of proper composition and the use of the “Rule of Thirds.” Another helpful composition tip is the use of the “S” curve. For example, S-shaped roads, waterways, even train tracks can help spice up otherwise boring shots. “S” curves give a photo much welcome “depth.” And they are easy to capture provided you are willing to move around a bit. Don’t hesitate to bend down or climb an embankment (preferably one that is sturdy) in order to frame the “S” shape just right. Another way to add depth to … Continue reading →

Joan Rivers Gets The Boot From The Red Carpet—AGAIN!

Well, at least she won’t have to worry about finding the right dress… It’s half-true. The irreverent Joan Rivers will NOT be yukking it up on the red carpet tomorrow night preceding the Emmy Awards. Rivers and her daughter Melissa have been staples on the red carpet for years, but alas, it seems their reign has finally come to an end. According to the New York Post, after the TV Guide Channel dropped the comedienne and her daughter, Rivers desperately tried to get chummy with former employer E! in hopes of making a comeback there. The official word from E! … Continue reading →

Travel Tidbits: End of An Era

I’ve told you about my childhood crush on Michael J. Fox (and Jason Bateman and Ricky Schroeder and…) in previous blogs. It’s tue; I’ve seen “Back to the Future” more times than most people have gone out to eat dinner. Which is why I was saddened to learn that the Universal Studios Hollywood ride based on the film trilogy that starred my beloved Michael (is a) Fox is officially a part of history. The ride took its final passengers yesterday and now is relegated to the past. (Sniff, sniff.) What’s even sadder is that the ride was closed to make … Continue reading →

The Perfect Vacation Destination For Pickle Lovers

Attention fellow pickle lovers: let’s be friends… and carpool to Mississippi together. Seriously, forget about Hawaii, I think I was supposed to be a native of Mississippi. Die hard pickle fans know there is no better place to get a pickle than the southern state… if you like your pickle marinated in Kool-Aid. Locals will tell you that their relationship with pickles is… well, unique. Not only do they consume pickles in record numbers, they also batter, deep-fry them and dip them in mayonnaise. According to serious southern foodies, the Mississippi Delta, a region better known for its blues music, … Continue reading →