Drama department bursts into song
The drama department kicks off 2008 with a recreation of the 1990s classic Songs For a New World. Created by Tony-award winning composer Jason Robert Brown, Songs is a "theatrical cabaret" revolving around 15 "life-defining moments." Directed by local music and theater buff Doug Schneider, the show will run Feb. 14 to 16 and Feb. 20 to 23 at Culbreth Theatre at 8 p.m. "Each song is really its own little play," Schneider said. "Its own little world." Tickets are $16 for adults, $14 for seniors and $10 for students. Arts Dollars can also be used to purchase tickets.
--by stephanie garcia
Arrested Development film in the making
For fans of the now defunct TV show, have no fear: A feature film is in the works. While FOX studios cancelled the show after a mere three seasons, the show's star Jason Bateman confirmed Monday that plans are underway for a film based on the show. Series creator Mitch Hurwitz also confirmed that talks of a film have taken place, but warned that nothing would begin until the writers' strike has been resolved. Several of the show's stars have been contacted asking if they would be willing to revive their roles for a movie. Bateman, also known as Michael Bluth to fans of the cult classic, said, "I can confirm that a round of sniffing has started ... and I can speak for the cast when I say our fingers are crossed."
--by stephanie garcia
White Stripes are sued for uncleared sampling
Blues-rock outfit The White Stripes came under fire this week for an uncleared sample on their album De Stijl, which came out a little more than eight years ago. The track in question ("Jumble, Jumble") contains a 10-second excerpt from Quebec radio host Dominique Payette's show. Payette is currently suing for $70,000 and demanding that De Stijl be immediately removed from stores. Her argument? The use of the recording is a violation of her privacy. It remains to be seen how this case will be settled, but hopefully the courts will flesh out how exactly the re-proportioning of a public broadcast compromises one's privacy.
--by ethan hamlin
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