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Love letter to RivenLove letter to Riven2 years ago in Traditional Fixed Forms More Like This
You're the number one top in my heart,
I fell in love with you from the start.
Watching you bounce around makes me happy you know?
And when they get low your ult will deal the final blow,
Your face is one of beauty and of violence,
You will kill all even if silenced,
Break through with your e to dash,
Q, Q, Q, Smash, Smash, Smash,
Stun them with your W,
Laugh as the silly fools try to run from you,
You're a Battle Bunny and you're sweet like money,
Playing you can make anyone's heart happy,
Come at bro is what I say when I play you,
You help me pubstomp like no other,
You make me feel like Dyrus undercover,
When in the Jungle it's good game,
Jump from the bush and kill everything it's insane,
Your clear time is solid like Mundo's,
Breaking wills with your wombo combo,
People can only just stare in awe at your beauty,
As you end their lives with such grace and subtlety.
You don't lie chapter 1(Slenderman X Jeff the killer! Don't like, don't read.)You don't lie chapter 12 years ago in Introductions & Chapters More Like This
Jeff skipped through the woods giggling and absorbed in his thoughts concerning his latest victim's harsh words. He took back everything he slept; he recalled the begging and screaming. He loved that part, that's when they were the nicest to him. He only wanted to help after all.
Slenderman perked his head up when he noticed a disturbance in his woods and immediately went to see who his next victim would be.
Jeff stopped skipping, he was exhausted. Slenderman peeked out from behind a tree, carefully studying his next victim in a way that to a normal person would look like he was checking him out. "Go to sleep!~"
The taller man continued to watch him silently, noting that no one else was in the area. He crept up behind the other, it would be impossible for him to be heard. "I said go to sleep!" He whipped around and pulled out his knife. Slenderman used one of his tentacles to pick him up, causing him to drop the knife.
Jeff pouted
The Spider and the SpecterThe Spider and the Specter2 years ago in Romance More Like This
Rain poured down, pounding against the earth in a barrage of needle sharp attacks, that, despite the harmless look, would likely be acidic and painful should it ever touch the flesh. It was dark, shrouded in mist and a thick feeling of uneasiness, like every day in the Shadow Isle. The trees glowed a faint blue, like electricity that was dulled, flowing through the branches and providing some sort of light. In the distance, the soft howling and wailing of souls who were being taken in by death echoed through the trees. It was a sound that the ears grew accustomed to after so long. Living here, it became a comforting sound, as if a reminder that the world was in tact. It was there, in that place of darkness and hollow cries of despair, shrouded in thick fog, that the Queen of Spiders called home.
Elise breathed in deeply, the scent, which could not be described by words captured in the English language, was like a glowing blue aura, that flowed through her body and gave her life. It was
Orianna LoL Fanfic Looking Inside Episode 1Orianna LoL Fanfic Looking Inside Episode 13 years ago in Introductions & Chapters More Like This
Welcome to Summoner's Rift
The vision was clear, Orianna was in the summoner platform, a circular stone base, with arcane symbols underneath her feet and stone steps down that led the way into the field. The sky had a few clouds and the breeze that came from the woods surrounding the battlefield contained something magical within, after all, the field was built in a place where the magical forces had more strength, and where magical battles of untold proportions where fought during the previous Runewars. Turning her head left, she could observe at close range there was the shop keeper, ready to serve the champions of the league, a small being, with an abundant yellowish beard that could almost touch the ground, and in its back, a tiny bag filled with equipment that seemed to be falling from it. It was curious to some of them, having participated in both sides of the battlefield, how the shop keepers looked identical, perhaps twin brothers. Following the sight to the right down the step
I AMI AM3 years ago in Free Verse More Like This
I am extraordinary
My mother would describe me as her beautiful girl
My friends call me "Smiley face"
I keep dreaming
I remember the bullying
I've learned that not everyone going to understand me
I hide my tears
I read my stories
I shout "you don't understand!"
I see the world around me
I hear people whispering behind my back
I taste rain
I feel emotions
I think a different way
I whisper secrets
I am flawed
I want friends
I will go home
I won't ever judge for what I can see
I can inspire people
I pretend to be famous
I sing songs that I can related to
I am a teenager
I dream that i'm in six feet under the stars
I fear death
I reach for the sky
I say sorry when I'm wrong
I love art
I declare for the world to see people are different
I am an original
Orianna LoL Fanfic The Journey Episode 2Orianna LoL Fanfic The Journey Episode 22 years ago in Introductions & Chapters More Like This
Inside the train there was enough space to hold a little town in motion for months. Cafeterias, balconies on top of the wagons, dining halls, children center, magical first aid station and the dormitories where the parts of the train that was 1 kilometer in length.(...)
-Well, I know is not like our home back in Piltover, but I will repair it and restore it. Was part of the deal with the owner, you wouldn't imagine the luck I had getting this house…- Corin looked at everything and sighted –Well, we should get our hands to work, we need to buy the missing furniture and the pieces I need to repair the electricity grid. That and get some people to work on the rest-
-The ball and I will help you, right ball? - Looking at the ball Orianna giggled in her strange voice and so they departed to town.
Misunderstood: A Slenderman StoryMisunderstoodMisunderstood: A Slenderman Story3 years ago in Short Stories More Like This
A/N: so I was just thinking the other night about Slenderman and I was like "What if Slenderman is just misunderstood and he actually protects kids instead of stalks them" Thus whatever this is was born!
I stand in the shadows, watching the park from a distance. I protect children, but that's not what everyone thinks. Because of my appearance, people think I stalk children and kill them, but this is not true. Countless articles online state I'm a killer, but I am certainly the opposite. I only want to help, but the way humans see it I just want to murder their poor children.
But that's ok.
Even I have to admit, I'm not the most pleasant sight. I have a blank face, I can extend and retract my limbs as I please, and I have tentacle-like appendages coming from my back. I can understand why people are scared of me. I'd try to explain, but I have no mouth to, therefore I cannot correct their mistakes.
But that's ok.
My job is to protect children, and even if I have to do it fr
boy from my dreamsi had a dream last nightboy from my dreams2 years ago in Free Verse More Like This
about a boy with stars in his eyes
who made me feel more alive than ever
and made my heart leap more than fish begging for food
he kissed me so unselfishly
and held me as if he was scared i'd break
trying to put me back together
with each kiss, hand hold, and shared sigh
'you're beautiful, every little piece darling'
his voice melted my insides and the drops
so full of joy ran out my eyes
and he kissed them all away
The Blade's Retribution The assassin rushed to emerge into the shadows of the dark alley.The Blade's Retribution3 years ago in General Fiction More Like This
"Dammit" she whispered and wiped the bloody scratch on her face while removing crimson hair strands to improve her vision. Her narrowed eyes made her scar stand out even more. Not detecting her enemy's silhouette through the blackness she took a moment to lean against the wall. She groaned in pain as she removed a black arrow stuck in the flesh of her thigh. As she pressed her palm onto her waist, the pain was renewed and her hand was painted with her own blood.
"Dammit" she swore again. Sound of footsteps made her grab her only weaponry, a pair of daggers tied with thongs onto her back. Having calculated the approximate position of the one who hunted her down she followed her instincts deeper into the Noxian underworld.
"You can't run forever" a voice echoed from a small distance behind. A calm, concentrated voice, slightly sadistic... It was obvious that he enjoyed the chase.
Untitled (2)I would never fall in loveUntitled (2)2 years ago in Free Verse More Like This
with another poet
All that fragility
Binary stars
Knife fights
with pieces of glass
League of Legends: Pantheon x LeonaLeague of Legends: Pantheon x Leona2 years ago in General Fiction More Like This
Pantheon paced back and forth, waiting in the courtyard like he always did. However, something was giving him emotional turmoil, and he didn't appreciate the thought of being made to wait.
...But what if something had happened to her?
Pantheon stopped in his tracks with a sigh. No, it was Leona, and she had tendancies to make it out alright, no matter what. So then, why was she late? He puffed up his chest and let out a sigh. Pantheon was worried. That wasn't something he felt on a regular basis... if ever. And so, the pacing began to commence again.
And as he turned on his heels to head the other way, there she was, radiant, and she wasn't wearing her armour like usual. Pantheon had to take a moment to catch his breath. She had pulled her hair back in a loose bun and was wearing a white t-shirt with loose pants and regular shoes.
"Theo?" Leona grinned as she approached him. He caught glimps of her shoulder then, as well as the side of her face. Both were bandaged. He trailed his eyes
TRADE Kanji x Naoto : Caught in the RainCaught in the Rain ~ a Persona 4 fanficTRADE Kanji x Naoto : Caught in the Rain1 year ago in Short Stories More Like This
Kanji x Naoto
Trade with CottonRas
Today just wasn't his day.
Then again… when was it ever?
Kanji Tatsumi gruffly sighed; his school bag slung over his shoulder as he trudged along the road towards home.
The sky had been clear that morning; now, grey clouds were sweeping over and threatening rain, dark enough to be a storm. Even the weather wasn't on his side today.
So, he hadn't brought an umbrella... wasn't his fault he'd woken up late and missed the forecast.
He'd made a promise to Yu-senpai that he'd try and up his attendance. It was a bit of a pain, but his senpai did know best.
But what the hell was with that cop earlier? Coming over and making a fuss out of nowhere…
Kanji knew deep down he wasn't doing himself any favours with the way he dressed: after the incident with the biker gangs, the cops always suspected him of trouble. But was walking
Forever With YouForever With YouForever With You2 years ago in Free Verse More Like This
Can you promise me forever?
That you will always be mine,
Loving me for always
Time knowing no bounds
This heart of mine,
I am giving to you,
To watch over and love,
And hold ever so true,
I hold your hand
Entwining it with mine
Squeezing it gently
As I look into your eyes
Eyes that show what I feel
My love and all that I fear
Emotions running so deep
As I drown looking at you
You hold me close,
But will you always be there,
Will you chase away the shadows?
And bring me light again?
I take you in my arms
And hold you close
Whispering in your ear
I will never let you go.
XXXXXEven now,XXXXX2 years ago in Free Verse More Like This
part of me
(my hands)
want to
pull out
that glass
she lodged
in her neck.
Pull it out
and drop it
into pieces,
or keep it
in the back seat
of my car.
Where it can
lay a while
and stare at me.
Part of me
(my chest)
is not afraid
of demons.
It is far less
than girls with
haphazard knives
and other
ZenRememberZen3 years ago in Free Verse More Like This
your first smell of perfume.
The blood and vernix wreathed
on the newborn,
and all of those who stare.
The quiet
nighttime war.
The arrow leaves
the bow,
thrown into harm.
Medicine was discovered
by accident;
and maybe faith.
Young love is a jealous god.
It is meant
to make you gentle.
She sounds like meditation
and this is all I'll give her.
We are not
passing through.
The moth knows you are here
and enlightenment
is a silly question.
Don't Save MeAs an atheist, I see things all the time, telling me about this god or that god, religion fueled attacks, racist cults, harassment at military funerals, and bigotry. Some call me hopeless, immoral, an infidel, an antichrist, the devil, blind, and countless other derogatory names. I'm told I'll burn in hell, that good deeds alone won't get me into paradise, and if I don't repent for my blasphemy, I am doomed to suffer. As a religious person (hypothetically) you see a moral obligation to convert me before it's too late.Don't Save Me6 years ago in Philosophical More Like This
People ask me how I can be moral if there is no god? My reply: love; empathy; individuals of all cultures, but their words, not their god(s)'; logic; in short, I'm moral because it's what I think is right. Why do you follow the rules if life is meaningless? I disagree, there is still a meaning, to better the world for the future, to inspire, to motivate, to include, to unite. Here lies my problem with religion: it divides, and unnecessarily so, it, at times, tries to free
Akali and ShenAkali looks over the piece of paper with a sigh. How could things go this far? How could things get so out of hand? She knew it wasn't right, but she'd let it run it's course, and now things were becoming real. They were becoming difficult to deal with, even. She'd never backed down when faced with a challenge, and she wouldn't now, but in the back of her mind, she was aware that she could have single-handedly prevented the whole thing with just a simple 'no, thank you'. But no; she had to be curious, she had to push things a step further, and she'd ended up here, with a piece of paper in her hand orders to meet with the head of the Kinkou immediately.Akali and Shen3 years ago in Short Stories More Like This
As much as she attempted to deny it, the girl knew exactly what it was about. She could make up excuses as to why he wanted to meet with her all day and probably well into the night, but they would hold no water over the one thing that stuck out in her mind: she'd been seen, trapped in an intimate kiss with a man who'd worked alon
The Blood within me PrologueThe Blood within me Prologue2 years ago in Short Stories More Like This
A scream of pain was heard throughout the village, a Demacian villager was about to become a mother although she was warned of how painful it was she took no heed. By this time she fully regreted not listening to her elders, what's worse was that her child is not going to be a normal human being. Once the villagers found out the child's heritage they would kill her in fear of a grim future. With a final push the child was finally free and started wailing taking its first breath of its life. The mother's breath was taken away when she saw the girl; she was beautiful the child had flaming red hair and pale white skin, when the child opened its eyes for the first time the mother was shocked once again. The child had blood red eyes, just like her father the mother thought as she bounced the baby in her arms while she pondered some possibilities. The mother's thoughts were brought back to reality when a loud roar was heard outside of the village. She looked outside genuinely worried n
A Full LifeA man, who hasA Full Life3 years ago in Free Verse More Like This
never tried to harm
another man,
lies awake
and wonders.
DeterrentThe biggest fear,Deterrent6 years ago in Open More Like This
Of any scammer,
Is a person who thinks.
Its not a person who thinks hard,
Not someone whos book smart, but
Someone who thinks for him/herself.
They hate it, someone who wants answers.
They hate it, someone who sees things different.
They hate it, someone who will find the truth.
They hate it, someone who will expose them,
Anyone willing to learn the whole story,
Is a threat to shysters, be their garb
Common or ornate, because the truth
Spoken aloud, reveals the lie in extravagant shroud.
Think. Don't Know.Certainty is a plague. Avoid it at all costs. Don't be certain, ever; think, don't know. Crusaders were certain their actions were right; the radical terrorists are certain they were doing good; many criminals are certain they won't get caught. They knew, but didn't think. Think. Ask why. Ask how.Think. Don't Know.6 years ago in Philosophical More Like This
Don't ever just accept something, follow the evidence. Don't just accept there is evidence, study it, experience it firsthand, if possible. Think. Society stabilizes through doubt, not certainty, knowing leads to not trying, not learning. Knowing isn't really knowing, it's a combination of faith and apathy. Thinking is security, a blend of skepticism and activism, curiosity and caring, initiative and interaction. Don't just trust, justify rationally, and rationalize justly. Trust is good, only if it is trustworthy. Don't just know, think.
COM: Naoto x Kanji : Return to InabaReturn to Inaba ~ a Persona 4 fanficCOM: Naoto x Kanji : Return to Inaba3 years ago in Short Stories More Like This
Naoto x Kanji
Commission for TheLonelyMoon
The Junes food court
This place certainly brought back memories.
It had been just over a year now since I'd left Inaba, to go and work on cases elsewhere; it seemed needless to stay in that town any longer, since we'd solved the Midnight Channel murders. I had only gone to stay there for that reason, after all.
Now, being back, and hearing that all-too-familiar tune it just felt a little surreal.
My time away had given me the chance to re-evaluate my aspirations, and also myself as a person. Being involved in the investigation with Yu-sempai and the others had taught me a lot; but personally, I felt I had matured even further over the last year, in more aspects than one
Following the encounter with my so-called shadow self, it had taken me a while to settle on an image I could be satisfied with: presenting myself for what I really was a girl; or more accuratel
Lets Make Something of Decent BeautyI want you in my bedLets Make Something of Decent Beauty2 years ago in Free Verse More Like This
(And I do mean that in the most carnal way I can)
I don't want you to be asleep
I want you awake
lungs breathing, heart beating
underneath my fingertips and
I want your teeth on my neck and
your hands--
Well your hands,
can go wherever they like.
Let me breathe in your air of heavy metal and off-drugs
So you can go home with scents of indie music and failed chastity heavy on your own hands
and demons heavy on your mind
Help me out here,
because night has stolen me away to write a more vicious fantasy for you to read and
the editor is taking out details here and there because
I guess unlike her, I want you to stick
You can stick to me.


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I have to say now that i like food.... i really like food, some could say i love food!
The thing is ive tryed a lot of food, and i wanna know...
What is the most *weirdest* food you have ever eaten?
mine are....
cheetos casarole
salmon cakes
7up cup cakes
ice cream and hot apple pie with cinnamin
for drinks... Orange soda with creme and cinnamin spice :)
welll's tell me, ur fav weirdest food

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- Alan Johnson talk at Elmgreen School Tuesday 17th March 7.15pm
- European Book Award Prize Giving Ceremony for Evie Wyld Wednesday 18th March 7pm
- Meet The Authors: Murder & Martini's Tuesday 24th March 7pm SOLD OUT
- Catherine Chanter & Sara Taylor in conversation Thursday 26th March 7.30pm
- Pip Eastop music & talk in Dulwich Books Thursday 16th April 7pm
- Zoe Williams & Danny Dorling in conversation with Dulwich Festival Friday 8th May (Details to follow).
- West Dulwich Fair Saturday 16th May - Details to follow
- Patrick Gale & Sarah Winman in conversation Thursday 25th June 7.30pm
Dulwich Books Events in 2015
European Book Award Celebration Evening Wednesday 18th March 7pm
In 2014 Evie Wyld was award the European Book Award for her novel All The Birds, Singing. The award – whose winners were announced this year at the Frankfurt book festival – recognises the best new and emerging authors in Europe and aims to help their international visibility, in part by facilitating the translation of their works.
Doors open at 7pm with a drinks reception and then Evie will chat with Laura Barnett about her writing, her book and the prize. Evie will do a short reading from the book before we open up the conversation for questions. Food by Suzanne James will be served at the event. The event will finish at 8.30pm.
All aboard the 19.01 from Dulwich Books for an evening of Murder and Martinis when we host S J Watson and Paula Hawkins on Tuesday 24th March at 7pm.
We will begin with a civilised cocktail, before sitting down to hear SJ and Paula chat about their books. We'll finish with a Q&A before resuming the Martini drinking and having some food. Tickets are £10. SOLD OUT
SJ Watson is the author of the bestselling Before I Go To Sleep and his new thriller, Second Life, is another classic page turner. Click here to read Sheila's review.
Paula Hawkins is destined to be the next Gillian Flynn with her debut thriller The Girl on the Train. You've all travelled on a train, looked out the window and wondered, what goes on in the houses… Paula Hawkins sees murder! Click here to read Sheila's review.
This event is sold out, please email if you wish to join the waiting list.
Zoe Williams & Danny Dorling in conversation Friday 8th May 7.30pm
In partnership with the Dulwich Festival Guardian columnist and author Zoe Williams will be in conversation with Danny Dorling. Danny is a professor of human geography at Oxford University. He is the author of a number of books including Inequality and the 1%.
Tickets and more information available shortly when the Dulwich Festival launch their programme.
Dulwich Books Winner Best Independent Bookshop UK & Ireland
Bookseller Industry Awards!
Dulwich Books wins national award! Dulwich Books was voted the best independent in the UK & Ireland on 12th May by industry colleagues.
The judges said "combining the traditional virtues of bookselling with thoroughly modern marketing & digital activity", "vastly experienced staff", "offering superb customer service", "a packed calender of events", "eye-catching 21% leap in sales", "the energy is amazing" and that Dulwich Books was a destination bookshop
The award was presented by Alan Johnson at the industry dinner of nearly 1,000 people and a good night was had by all!
It just leaves me to say a huge thank you to all our customers for their loyalty, support and advice over the years. We are very proud of what we have achieved and you make it a very enjoyable job.
It is a thrill to be rewarded for doing our job. Sheila


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hi everyone, just joined this forum so im totally new to all of this! I test drove a y reg s3 and im considering buying it, the only concern is that when i got back to the garage i was pressing buttons to see what worked and what didnt, i pressed the ESP switch and there was no indication whether it was on or off?? no symbol come up by my dials or anywhere, usually i'd have expected to see a triangle with skidmarks in it but nothing?? should there be a symbol, if so where and if it is faulty how much would it cost to be repaired? hope u can help!! natalie
yes there is an icon in the dials that comes up check to see if it comes on when you first turn the ignition on if not i bet there is a fault with the esp and they have taken the bulb out!
any S3 I was interested in I would mention it on here as a few are well clued up in problems but TBH you sound you know your stuff Nat


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Caroline Spitzer '12 has been featured in winter 2015 edition of the prestigious Theatre Design & Technology (TD&T) magazine, the journal for design, production and technology professionals in the performing arts and entertainment industry. Caroline was the costume designer for the Theatre Department's 2011 production of The House of the Spirits; in 2012, she presented her designs at the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF) and was awarded the Kennedy Center Award for Excellent in Costume Design. To read the entire TD&T article, please click here.
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Department of Theatre Audition Workshop Premiere at Coral Reef High School
BFA Performance seniors Chachi Colon, Danny Leonard, and Zack Myers just finished hosting an inaugural three-day audition workshop at Coral Reef High School. The primary aim of this workshop was to prepare the class of juniors and seniors for college and professional auditions/interviews. The students were given advice on picking quality material, acting techniques, and understanding university theatre curricula. The idea for the workshop was born in an Acting 7 class taken by the three in the fall 2014 semester. The trio felt that others could benefit from the useful information they received and wanted to share their knowledge with upcoming theatre students. Day 1 was an information session spent discussing the basics of auditions, different university theatre programs, and answering audience questions. On day 2 and 3, students were invited to perform in front of Danny, Chachi, and Zack, along with their classmates, to have their work critiqued. Out of a group of 60, about 12 students took the opportunity to participate. Overall, the workshop was well received and our BFA Performance seniors are looking forward to doing it again at other high schools in the not too distant future. Chachi shared her views on the workshop, saying "it was a great experience for all of us. If I had to change anything I think I would probably work on making it a little more structured so that we can make optimum use of the time we have. I am definitely excited to bring this knowledge to another school." According to Danny, "having the students express their appreciation to us for taking the time to share our knowledge was very rewarding." Zack added, "inquiries about private coaching after the first day was a testament to the fact that our words had an impact on the kids. It was beneficial to us because this is the first time we did this workshop outside of FIU and from the reception we received we are all definitely looking forward to doing it again."
The Department of Theatre is proud of the students for taking this initiative and showing such interest in their community.
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FIU Theatre Presents Neil Simon's "Rumors," Directed by Matthew Glass
FIU Theatre's Production of Neil Simon's "Rumors," directed by Matthew Glass, opens on Friday, February 27. The play revolves around a dinner party with no food, a missing cook, and an attempted suicide, which makes for an evening of calamity and comedy. The Department of Theatre invites you to sit back and follow the trail of red-herrings, amusing twists and turns, and farcial comedy that Rumors will offer.
Performance Dates
February 27 – March 8 | Wednesday – Saturday 8PM, Sunday 2PM
Herbert and Nicole Wertheim Performing Arts Center | Main Stage Theatre
10910 SW 17th St., Miami, Fl 33199
$10 FIU Students
$12 Seniors and FIU Faculty + Staff (with ID)
$15 General Admission
Available at wpac.fiu.edu or call 305-348-0496
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FIU Theatre Grad Joseph Haj '84 Named Guthrie Theater's Newest Artistic Director
The following article was written by Graydon Royce and is available by clicking here.
From one Joe to another. Joseph Haj will succeed Joe Dowling as artistic director of the Guthrie Theater.
Haj, 51, is the eighth artistic director since legendary Broadway director Tyrone Guthrie founded the company — one of the nation's largest regional theaters — in 1963. He will assume the job July 1, when Dowling steps down after 20 years — by far the longest tenure of any of the theater's leaders.
In an interview Monday night, Haj said he's not only nervous about succeeding a man who has been the face of the Guthrie for 20 years. Pointing to a string of portraits of past leaders, he said, "I'm nervous about succeeding him, and him, and him, and him and all of them.
"It is genuinely humbling in the extreme to come to this line of astonishing artistic directors, each in their own way."
Haj, selected after a year-long search, is producing artistic director of PlayMakers Repertory Company at the University of North Carolina. The Chapel Hill-based troupe operates on a similar model as American Repertory Theatre at Harvard or the McCarter Center at Princeton, residing within the university's Center for Dramatic Art.
When he took the helm in 2006, PlayMakers had posted deficits in 16 of the 18 previous years and proposed cutting back to four productions a year, from five. Haj boosted the annual budget to $2.8 million, from $1.6 million by producing about 10 productions a year. He operates two stages — a 500-seat thrust and a 265-seat flexible space.
"PlayMakers was invisible nationally and audience was falling off," he said. "We were able to galvanize people in the organization and lift the artistic bar."
Haj is one of a handful of Arab-American artistic directors working in American theater. His parents were Palestinian immigrants.
A New Jersey native, he grew up in Miami and after earning an MFA at North Carolina pursued an acting career that brought him to the Guthrie in 1989 and 1990. His first role was in director JoAnne Akalaitas' production of "The Screens."
He, Akalaitas, and directors Anne Bogart and Robert Woodruff went to the West Bank and Gaza to do theater workshops with young Palestinians and Israelis during the second intifadah.
"Theater makes community," he said.
At the Guthrie, Haj assumes a company that is 10 times larger by annual budget than PlayMakers — and about twice as large in terms of number of productions each season.
Dowling has been the single leader since former managing director Thomas Proehl left the company in 2006. Much speculation has centered on whether the theater needs a strong second in command. Haj assumed a structure at PlayMakers that is similar to the current Guthrie leadership model. Within a few years, he had hired a managing director to report to him. He would not say Monday whether he plans to make a similar change here.
Haj's theatrical tastes are eclectic of necessity. The company is the only major regional theater between Atlanta and Washington.D.C. so it must be many things to audiences.
"I love Shakespeare, I love a Lisa Kron play, I love a great musical, I love work of traditional theater makers and I love devised work [built by ensemble], work we don't understand," he said. "How we champion artists on the edge is important."
Haj, who currently is directing "Pericles" at Oregon Shakespeare Company, will work with Dowling over the next several months on planning the 2015-16 season. Several pieces of the puzzle are in place, or have been in the pipeline for a long time. Still, he expects that when the season is announced, "It will reflect a lot of my contribution."
Haj spoke of the need for a theater to be nimble, which could be a stumbling block with a large organization such as the Guthrie.
"Large institutions are like ocean liners," he said, frankly. "We have trouble being responsive. The Guthrie can be more responsive to what's going on in the world."
The Guthrie has one of the largest annual budgets among regional playhouses and attendance last year was just under 360,000. Since moving into a three-stage complex in 2006, the company has faced pressure associated with the costs of running a huge building, which has provoked some programming that cause observers to wonder if economics, rather than art, is driving decisions.
Haj demurred when asked what he sees as the theater's greatest challenges.
"For me to come in flailing my arms and saying, 'This is what the Guthrie needs' doesn't make sense. I simply don't know enough yet."
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Theatre Department Students and Faculty Receive Accolades at KCACTF 2015
A hearty "welcome back" to all our Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF) participants! A full and enervating experience was enjoyed by everyone involved. The thirty-five member group representing FIU's College of Architecture + The Arts and the Department of Theatre came away with significant awards and commendations.
KCACTF is a nationwide organization designed to foster and honor college and university theatre of the finest quality. Region 4 covers the Southeastern United States and the annual regional festival features competitions, exhibitions, workshops, and other educational opportunities. This year's 47th KCACTF Region 4, was hosted by Darton State College and Albany State University in Albany Georgia from February 3-7, 2015.
The Department of Theatre wishes to congratulate the talented students who were recognized for their contributions to the festival.
Samantha Llanes (BFA Scenic Design) – Honorable Mention, National Scenic Design
Mario Alonso (BFA Lighting Design) – Honorable Mention, National Sound Design
Lisset Riera (BA) – 2nd Place Regional, David Weiss/SETC Crafts & Technology
Johanna Gonzalez (BFA Costume Design) – 1st Place Regional, Crafts & technology
Luisa Rodriguez (BA) – Stage Manager, top eight Fellowship finalists/2nd round
Liana Sierra (BA) – Stage Manager, SDC Fellowship
Allyn Moriyon (BFA Performance) & David Neale (BFA Performance) – Finalists, Irene Ryan Performance
Juan Alfonso (BA) – Performance, 10 Minute Plays
The following students are to be commended for their hard work, dedication, and commitment to the festival.
Gonzalo Garcia-Castro (BFA Performance)
Zack Myers (BFA Performance)
Amanda Iglesias (BA)
Chachi Colon (BFA Performance)
Krystal Aleman (BFA Performance)
Chantal Denoun (BA)
Danielle Rollins (BFA Performance)
Shelley Miller (BFA Performance)
Pia Vicioso-Vila (BA)
Sofia Sassone (BFA Performance)
Steven Lopez (BFA Scenic Design)
Jordan Vera (BFA Lighting Design)
Rommel Arellan-Marinas (BA)
Paul Steinsland (BA)
Danny Leonard (BFA Performance)
Erik Rodriguez (BFA Performance)
Lena Rodriguez (BFA Costume Design)
Ashley Joseph (BA)
Ainex Carmona (BFA Scenic Design)
We are extremely proud of our faculty members for the accolades they received.
Marina Pareja, Excellence in Costume Design, "An Ideal Husband"
Michael Yawney, Meritorious Excellence in Directing, "Juanita's Statue"
Phillip M. Church, Meritorious Excellence In Directing, "An Ideal Husband"
Additionally, congratulations to Theatre Department faculty members Rebecca Covey, Marina Pareja, Jesse Dreikosen, and Tony Galaska for four truly insightful and memorable festival workshops, which left in the minds of many participants an indelible example of what FIU Theatre has to offer.
Our acknowledgement must go out to those individuals whose professional acumen and leadership skills helped make the festival succeed, namely, Jesse Dreikosen, KCACTF Chair, Design, Technology & management, Region 4 (soon to be national Vice Chair of DTM!), and Tony Galaska, KCACTF Head of Stage Management, the Design and Stage Management competitions ran flawlessly. Under the stewardship of Chris Goslin, KCACTF Technical Liaison, eight fully staged productions in Albany's Performing Arts Center KCACTF gave audiences consistently seamless and trouble-free presentations. Thanks are also due to Marina Pareja and Wayne Robinson for their support of costume and performance students. Having five representative FIU faculty members in this prestigious festival offered the institution untold kudos within the world of college theatre training. We appreciate your contribution, not only during the festival but for all of the preplanning and labor that was required months in advance.
Now, we begin looking ahead to KCACTF 2016!
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Love*, a Web Series by FIU Theatre Alumnas, to Premiere on Valentine's Day
Love* is a web series created by FIU Theatre graduates Victoria Collado '12 and Bertha Leal '09. The series consists of 10 episodes, ranging in length from 5 to 10 minutes, and will be available beginning February 14 on the 3tO5 website and YouTube. Love* is based on Victoria and Bertha's personal experiences in New York City. It is the story of two roommates, Robyn and Daniela, who are struggling 20-somethings living in New York City, working entry-level jobs, and are trying to have it all. Their evolving friendship, combined with the actresses' chemistry and unmistakable comedic timing, unfolds through a series of growing pains, weird sex, professional hang-ups, and bad Tinder dates.
Bertha Leal graduated in 2009 with a BFA Performance degree. She is a producer, blogger, writer, and actor who made her Off-Broadway debut in the title role of INTAR Theatre's production Lucy Loves Me. During her time at FIU, she starred in various productions, including the solo performance Katharine Hepburn: The Best Man for the Job, which she also wrote and directed. Upon graduation, she was cast in Pinecrest Repertory's Oleanna (2009) and the Alliance Theatre Lab's Sexual Perversity in Chicago (2009), which received critical acclaim from local newspapers. Along with short-films Danny Boy (2008) and Hard-Bitten (2014), Leal has also written Detours (2010), a full-length play.
Victoria Collado graduated in 2012 with a BFA Performance degree. After graduating, she chose to stay in Miami where she wrote, directed, and performed for Micro Theater Miami, JQ Studio, and ArtSpoken Performing Arts Center. In 2013, Victoria decided to enter the New York International Fringe Festival, in the hopes that her show on famous Cuban singer, La Lupe, would be selected. It wasn't but she did receive a job offer to be a Venue Manager for the festival. This job brought her to New York for two months, after which she got an internship with the Brooklyn Academy of Music, which exposed her to many companies and opportunities. Taking the advice of her former professor Michael Yawney, she applied to the Repertorio Español, for the prestigious Van Lier Young Director's Fellowship, which she was awarded.
Victoria and Bertha have been friends since their days together at FIU. Now they are roommates and business partners, as part owners of 3tO5, a collaborative cohort set on creating, developing, and showcasing the work of talented artists. Be it through film, theater, or web based platforms, 3tO5 strives to produce original work; the kind that artists themselves want to see. The two talented young ladies took the time to answer a few questions about their upcoming web series, Love*.
What inspired this web series?
It is based on our personal experiences. We bonded at a time when we were both going through heart breaks and sharing the difficulties of being young professionals in competitive New York City. We started off talking about what we were going through and how funny it would be to have a camera capturing what was happening to us, and that conversation developed into this series.
What does the title, Love* mean?
Victoria – That is actually my personal story. I received a text from my ex saying, 'I lobe you,' which I didn't understand. I spent a long time agonizing over it, analyzing and discussing it with Bertha. Later, he sent another text saying, 'love*' and I understood it was just a typo. We thought it would be a catchy name and one episode in the series actually deals with this greater issue of digital dating and how much of our relationship is spent texting, on social media, and having to decipher the meaning behind texts in the absence of tone and body language.
What challenges did you encounter putting the series together and what would you do differently if you had to do it over?
Bertha – Scheduling was a mission since we had a cast of 16-20 people and everyone had full-time jobs. Creating a series with no budget was certainly a major hurdle, but it also forced us to be creative and innovative. Getting permission from local businesses to shoot in their space was often difficult. Because we had to wear so many different hats, one personal challenge was letting go and knowing when to be the director or writer or actor.
Victoria – With or without a budget, there needs to be a script supervisor to handle the technical aspects of filming. If we had to do it over, we would find a way to get a script supervisor. It is incredible difficult to play that role and be a director/actor simultaneously.
Why do you think viewers will enjoy Love*?
It is a relatable series. Anybody can watch this and learn so much about women and how precarious the female friendship can be. It is honest and a lot of heart went into it. Love* explores so many themes that young people experience such as heart break, love, camaraderie and the complexities of dating in the 21st century. I hope viewers will enjoy it as much as we enjoyed making it.
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Alumni Spotlight: Ozzie and Nicole Quintana
CARTA grads Ozzie and Nicole Quintana have been married for the past fourteen years. They have two sons, both of whom are aspiring performers. Twelve year old Nicholas is interested in writing and has performed improv alongside his dad, while nine year old Anthony is a budding tap dancer. Both parents are pleased about this shared family passion, as Nicole and Ozzie are successful drama teachers. The couple is deeply connected to the local theatre scene; Nicole has discovered that her passion is directing and is in the process of establishing her own theatre company, Art On, while Ozzie has been the backbone of a local improvisation troupe, IMPROMEDY, which was started right here at FIU in 1997.
Nicole Quintana graduated from FIU in 2001 with a BFA in Scenic Design. The trajectory of her career changed from Performance to Scenic Design in the blink of an eye, according to her; "I never knew I could paint or draw or had any talent for scenic design until I took an introductory design class and my professor encouraged me to follow that path." This change allowed her the flexibility of being able to perform on stage while pursuing a technical degree.
Upon graduation, Nicole worked at The Juggerknot Theatre Company as their resident Set Designer for two years before applying for a job as a high school drama teacher; "I became a teacher because the opportunity presented itself, then I found that I was good at it. It makes me happy and is a continuously rewarding experience." Currently, she is a drama teacher at Coral Reef Senior High School's Magnet Program. In addition to teaching for the last fourteen years, she has been working professionally as a set designer, director and performer. Some of her scenic design credits include The Taming of the Shrew, Equus, The Mission, Raised in Captivity, A Streetcar Named Desire, Winter (Set Designer and the role of Sophie) and Not Ready for Prime Time (written by former FIU Alum Charles Sothers and current FIU Theatre Student Eric Rodriguez). Her most recent design for New Theatre is 12 Angry Men, opening at the South Miami Dade Cultural Arts Center this February 2015. Her performance credits include the dual roles of Magdalena and Amelia in the 2013 World Premier of My First, My Fist, My Bleeding Seeded Spirit by Megan Breen for NEW Theatre 2013-2014 Season. She was also cast as Susan Blackwell in the hit musical Title of Show, at the Roxy Theatre (2010 & 2013). She has been performing for IMPROMEDY since its inception and continues to appear in shows at Artistic Vibes and Roxy Performing Arts Center.
Ozzie Quintana graduated from FIU in 2000 with a BFA Performance degree. Shortly after graduation Ozzie went to work full time for Actor's Playhouse as their resident Sound Engineer. In 2002 he became the High School Drama Teacher at Southridge Senior High. He has continued to work in sound and performance in the Miami theatre scene and has many credits to his name, some of which are Blind Date, Barrio Hollywood, Into the Mist and A Streetcar Named Desire. Most of his energy and talent has been poured into IMPROMEDY. The troupe began as sketch comedy and has since spread out to short form and long form improvisation. Ozzie has traveled all over North America participating in such Improv festivals as the Miami Improv Fest, the Gainesville Improv Fest, New York's Del Close Festival, the Rhode Island Improv Fest, and the Toronto Improv Festival. While he enjoyed the last eighteen years working in improv, Ozzie recently decided to dissolve the troup due to the time commitment, and has been delving into podcasts, guest star roles in other improv troupes, and writing. Ozzie currently works as a drama teacher at Felix Varela Senior High, where he shapes future theatre professionals.
The Department of Theatre is very proud of the Quintana family and wishes them continued success.
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FIU Theatre Alumnae Nominated for Prestigious Carbonell Award
Department of Theatre alumnae Stefanie Howard (Class of '12) has been nominated for a Carbonell Award in the category of Best Lighting Design for Stephen Dolginoff's two-man musical Thrill Me: The Leopold and Loeb Story, produced by Outre Theatre. Stefanie began her career with Outre Theatre over two years ago as a Light Board Operator and was later offered the position of Resident Lighting Designer. She also works at Guitar Center as a Lighting Specialist, where she has the flexibility and platform to do freelance jobs related to her area of interest.
The Carbonell Awards is a not-for-profit charitable corporation. It is considered a volunteer organization that does not compensate board members or panelists. Carbonell Awards Inc. is governed by a board of directors. To be considered eligible for a nomination, performances and producing theatres must meet the organizations' requirements. These awards are looked upon as the most prestigious in South Florida. The Carbonell nomination, although a great honor, did not come as a major surprise to Stefanie since she won a BroadwayWorld Miami Award for Best Lighting Design, for the same show, in January 2014. "I am very excited and grateful to be considered for this award and I always said that I would only leave Florida after I won a Carbonell."
Since earning her BFA in Lighting Design almost three years ago, Stefanie has worked on over thirty shows for various theatres in South Florida such as Thinking Cap Theatre, The Plaza Theatre and Empire Stage. She has established a solid reputation for herself in her field and attributes much of her success to taking advantage of all the opportunities she has been given. She hopes to relocate to LA in the future. Stefanie is thankful to her design professors Jesse Dreikosen and Tony Galaska for giving her the strong foundation she needed and to Michael Yawney for his on-going encouragement and support.
It is also noteworthy that Margaret M. Ledford, the guest director of the Theatre Department's 2013 production of Sleeping Beauty, has been nominated in the categories of Best Director for a play and Best Director for a musical.
The 39th annual Carbonell Awards Ceremony will be held on March 30, 2015 and we are keeping our fingers crossed for Stefanie! Congratulations, we are proud of you and your accomplishments.
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FIU Theatre Faculty, Alumni, and Students Take One-Minute Play Festival by Storm
The South Florida theatre community converged on the Deering Estate at Cutler for the third South Florida One-Minute Play Festival (1MPF), held on January 17 and 18, 2015. 1MPF is considered the largest and longest running short-form theatre company in the country. Dominic D'Andrea is the festival's Producing Artistic Director and Founder. 1MPF showcases the talent of local playwrights, actors and directors by inviting these local artists to submit original works about their world as it is here and now. About 70 plays are selected from the submissions received and 8 directors are chosen. It is the directors' responsibility to put 'clumps' of 8 one-minute plays together and do the casting for said plays. As Artistic Director, Mr. D'Andrea is an integral part of the collaborative process, giving guidance to the writers and directors before the finished plays are presented to local audiences. D'Andrea attributes a lot of 1MPF's growth to their unique methodology; 'there's really nothing like 1MPF. We are half play festival, half community-engaged convening.'"
This year, FIU Theatre Department Adjunct Professor and alumnus, Ivan Lopez, submitted two plays, Just Hit Send and Our Own Magic and was honored to have both submissions selected for the festival. Ivan directed Our Own Magic with a cast of all FIU alumni and current students: Melissa Ann Hubicsak (Class of '09), Michelle L. Antelo (Class of '12), Melissa Almaguer (Class of '06), Danny Leonard (BFA Performance in progress) and Zack Myers (BFA Performance in progress). He had a great time collaborating with his FIU family. "It was fun working with this group. We really are like a family sharing the same terminology, familiarity and sense of spirit. I appreciate the effort they put in and the talent they brought to the play." Ivan's play focused around the the Miami Heat's loss of Lebron James and the Heat fans realizing that Dwyane Wade is a superstar player!
Everyone in Ivan's 'clump' had a superb experience and some shared their positive feedback.
Melissa Almaguar said "my experience with the One-Minute Play Festival was so positive! It was so nice to work with such a friendly and talented group of artists, in such a beautiful and cultural location. There were so many FIU students and alumni, I felt like I was part of this bigger FIU family that went beyond my time there and one that continues to grow. I loved it."
Michelle L. Antelo concurred with her teammate's views. "Since I graduated from FIU's Theatre Department, I have had the pleasure of being embraced by Miami's artistic community. Thankfully, students that graduated before me have made major contributions to the city's talent and have created a wonderful reputation for those of us who've followed. I love having the opportunity to work alongside alumni as well as students currently in the department. It reminds me of the wonderful time I spent learning at FIU. I'm extremely proud of the work we've done and are continuing to do. I must say, it felt great to have so many panthers in the group!"
It is also noteworthy that other FIU Theatre alums and students participated in this year's One-Minute Play Festival.
As usual, the Department of Theatre is thrilled to see our students participating in community initiatives. Keep up the hard work!
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BFA Students Participate In Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Celebration
BFA Performance students Danielle Rollins and Madeleine Escarne were honored to be included in this year's Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Celebration, a twenty-four year old tradition here at FIU that pays homage to one of the world's greatest leaders. Danielle was given the opportunity to write and perform a short skit under the guidance of School of Music's Dr. Mary Kauffman for the Commemorative Breakfast, which is considered the premiere event of the celebration. The breakfast was held in the Graham Center Ballroom on Friday, January 16.
Madeleine Escarne performed the skit, entitled Wake Up, alongside Danielle and two other SOM students. She was very moved by her classmate's ability to bring awareness to the fact that people can become apathetic to profound periods in history. "I feel privileged to be a part of this celebration for the second year in a row. It was wonderful to see everyone come together in remembrance the great Dr. Martin Luther King Jr."
According to Danielle, "I tried to portray the ideas that non-violence does not mean passive and non-violent and revolution can indeed go hand in hand. The skit included music from Marvin Gaye and some of Dr. King's quotes that I believe are underutilized, quotes about materialism, quotes that talk about this very powerful movement he represented."
The Department of Theatre is proud of our students involvement in the FIU community. Keep up the good work ladies!
For more information about The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Celebration, please click here.
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Six Characters in Search of an Author
Welcome back and Happy New Year to all FIU faculty, staff, and students, both new and returning. The Department of Theatre is looking forward to a year filled with fun events and thought-provoking productions.
Rehearsals are currently in full swing for the first production of the spring 2015 semester, Six Characters in Search of an Author, adapted by Steve Moulds from the play by Luigi Pirandello. Six Characters in Search of an Author is the story of six characters coming to life, in search of an author to complete their unfinished story. The play opens on Friday, January 23 and runs until Sunday, February 1, 2015.
Six Characters in Search of an Author is the play that brought Pirandello world-wide fame. The original version of the play was appropriate for the place and time in which it was written and the ideas he was trying to explore. Steve Moulds' adaption is an apt way of approaching the original play. Audiences can expect to walk away thinking about, discussing, and questioning what is real. This play raises many introspective questions, such as: What is acting? What is fate? How are stories told? Do fictional characters exist in the mind of the actor or the audience? Audiences are definitely in for an intriguing night, complete with all the twists and turns a good psychological drama can offer.
According to the director, Wayne E. Robinson Jr., "this play is to be considered 'an inside scoop event', with the audience being part of the reality of the story. It is a very unique production, with many surprises and, of course, the magic of the theatre will bring everything together."
Six Characters in Search of an Author incorporates two acting styles, improvisation and scripted acting, which means that the actors have to constantly be in the moment and listen carefully in order to avoid missing cues.
Actress Shelly Miller is looking forward to opening night with a mixture of nervousness and excitement, "we are all having a blast with this play. Because we get to do a certain amount of improv acting, no two rehearsals are ever the same, which always makes for a fun time. I hope that everyone will have a good time and go along it."
We look forward to seeing you on opening night!
For more information about Six Characters in Search of an Author, please click here
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Department of Theatre Announces Summer Abroad 2015 Program
England Study Abroad Program
The Department of Theatre is pleased to announce its annual Shakespeare in Stratford/London: Text & Performance Study Abroad Program.
"Shakespeare-in-Stratford & London: Performance & Beyond" explores the summer repertoire of the Royal Shakespeare Company. The RSC has set the gold standard for productions of Shakespeare's plays for more than one hundred years. All plays will be studied at FIU prior to departure. Participants attend productions at the Rose Theatre and Swan Theatre in Stratford and the famed Globe Theatre on London's South Bank. The 2015 season includes Othello, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Merchant of Venice, and Volpone, written by Shakespeare contemporary, Ben Jonson. Each production provides afternoon pre-show lectures conducted by eminent scholars from the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust in conjunction with the University of Birmingham. Featured RSC actors join participants for a morning-after post-production discussion in which they share personal perspectives on such production elements as rehearsal process, character development, and play's themes and issues. An RSC Associate Director will lead the group in a directing workshop.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: January 30, 2015
DURATION: (Summer B Semester June 22 – July 31.)
COST: $3,300, which includes:
Three undergraduate credits, MIA-Heathrow return airfare, bed & breakfast accommodations in Stratford-Upon-Thames and London, attendance at five plays by the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC), Globe Theater, visits Shakespeare's birthplace, Anne Hathaway's cottage, Arden Farm, Warwick Castle, and Kenilworth Castle, a day trip to the city of Oxford, directing workshop, pre-show lectures and next-day discussions with RSC actors.
Experience education through a thrilling and unforgettable cultural immersion!
Phillip M. Church, Interim Department Chair, Associate Chair for Engagement, FIU Theatre | Email: firstname.lastname@example.com; Phone: 305-348-3358
For information about financial aid, visit or call:
FIU Office of Study Abroad, PC 113
Phone: 305.348.1913 | Email: email@example.com
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Alumni Spotlight: Evelyn Perez
Evelyn Perez has been working in her field since she graduated from FIU in 1987 with a BFA Performance degree. In addition to being an actress and teacher, Evelyn has helped bring numerous productions to life for theatres such as The Coconut Grove Playhouse, GableStage, Hollywood Playhouse, New Theatre, and many others. Currently, she is the Assistant Director and Acting Coach at Miami Children's Theater, and loves working with children. Some of Evelyn's theatre credits include roles in The Rooster and the Egg (Nati Rafferty), The Cuban Spring (Olga), The Clearing (Roberta), and Property Line (Bianca). Evelyn drew on almost 27 years of experience to share her thoughts and wisdom with our students.
Many aspiring actors think they need to move to cities like New York, Chicago, or LA to find work in this field, so what made you decide to stay in Florida?
First of all, I love Florida, the diversity, the beaches, the culture, everything. This is my home. I often thought about leaving but I saw how difficult it was for people to make that move and how much they struggled. I decided that if I was going to struggle, I would prefer to do it at home. I have always wanted to work in my field, but I was never in it for fame and I learned that I didn't have to leave Florida to do what I love. There are opportunities for actors right here, I have been able to find some of them and some of them have found me. I am very happy for the people who have left and achieved great success and fame, but it was never my calling to leave Florida.
What would you say to students who are thinking of leaving Florida in search of fame and great acting careers?
Information is at your disposal, use it. Students are always welcome venues such as Mad Cat Theatre Company, Artistic Vibes, and Micro Theater. At these places, they can get experience in writing, directing, and acting. The Florida theatre scene is a tiny community and we all know each and try to support each other, so reach out. There are agents right here in Florida, more studios are opening, and local theatres are doing great things, so get informed before making that decision to leave.
What challenges have you faced in your career?
Early in my career, I auditioned for many roles and was turned down because I "didn't have the right look." Truthfully, that felt like a glass of cold water in my face. Luckily, actresses like Sofia Vergara, Eva Mendes, and Salma Hayek are paving the way and breaking down barriers for women and women of color in this field. It is a fact that there are less leading roles written for women and minorities, but that cannot stop you. If you are the only woman, the only Latina, the only African American, in an audition, be the very best you can be and trust that someone will recognize your passion and your talent, and cast you. If you are passionate about what you do, you will get ahead.
What do you think is lacking in the local theatre scene?
I think there should be more workshops and more opportunities for actors to get to know each other and network. Maybe people would be less eager to leave if they knew where to find work and and whom to contact. I live in a place where talent is abundant and new venues are popping up, but I would like to see greater community involvement. In my opinion, the issue is not lack of interest, but often lack of awareness. Somehow, we have to to find a way to engage this great community.
Do you have any advice for our theatre students?
Try to focus on solutions. We all know that there are obstacles in this field, just as there are in all fields, but concentrate on finding the solution instead of pouring too much energy into pointing out that the problem exists. We live in a technologically advanced world, so it is quite simple to create your own work and put yourself out there. Be your own PR person and remember that if you are passionate and persistent, you will get ahead.
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Andy Senor, FIU Theatre Alumus, Directing RENT in Cuba
Andy Senor describes his initial thoughts about RENT before he became a cast member; "During my final year as a student in 1997, RENT was fresh on Broadway and I was obsessed. Never before had a show spoken to me in such a way! I sang song after song, everyday, with the hope that I would someday be in RENT."
The FIU Theatre alumnus and artistic director of District Stage Company, along with School of Music's Carbonell Award winner Emmanuel Schvartzman (class of '09), are currently in Havana working with local Cuban actors on a Spanish production of Jonathon Larson's musical RENT. This is the second time the two will be teaming up as director (Andy) and musical director (Emmanuel) of the Tony Award-winning, ninth longest running show in Broadway history. After being involved with the show for many years and performing for millions of people all over the world, the two colleagues had the honor of directing the production right here at FIU in 2010. More recently, they have worked together on a musical production titled On Your Feet, about the life of Miami's own Gloria and Emilio Estefan.
Senor has portrayed the role of Angel on tour nationally and internationally. Additionally, he worked as assistant director with the original director, Michael Greif, when RENT was revived off-Broadway. The show in Cuba will open on December 24 and run for three months at Havana's Bertolt Brecht Theatre. This will be Cuba's first fully produced Broadway show since the revolution, with a cast of all Cuban actors.
Since graduating from FIU in 1997 Andy has worked on numerous projects. He has appeared in commercials and music videos, presented on the Latin Billboard Music Awards. Some of his film and television credits include You Can't Stop the Beat, Dummy, Ed and Lola.
The Department of Theatre is proud our alumni and wish them both great success in Cuba!
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FIU Theatre Students to Perform at Artistic Vibes
FIU Theatre students are bringing their talent to Artistic Vibes for two nights of solo performances! Recent graduates Amanda Ortega will portray the role of Sarah Jo Pender in 110 and Kayla Martinez will be playing Heidi Montag in There Will Be No Talent Displayed on Friday, December 12, at 8:00PM. Current students Lucas Hood and Caitlin Wiggins will perform Tonight is the Night to Drink and X'd on Sunday December 14, at 7:00PM.
Artistic Vibes is a creative collective whose aim is to grow South Florida's local artistic community by producing a variety of performing arts productions, showcasing local talent, and providing a space for artists to exhibit their skills.
Location: Artistic Vibes 12986 SW 89th Ave, Miami, Fl 33176
Performance Dates: Friday December 12, 8:00PM and Sunday, December 14, 7:00PM
Tickets available at the door | Cash Only | General Admission $15, Seniors $12, Students (With ID) $10
For more information, click here.
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FIU Theatre's Husband and Wife Team Aaron Alpern and Rebecca Covey to Perform at California Performing Arts Centre's Fremont Centre Theatre
Department of Theatre faculty member Rebecca Covey and husband Aaron Alpern, Department of Theatre adjunct, will be producing and performing The Heart of Winter on Sunday December 21, at 3:00PM at the historical California Performing Arts Centre's Fremont Centre Theatre (FCT) in South Pasadena, CA. Their performance will feature a lively collection of classic and contemporary stories based around Christmas, winter, and Hanukkah by Dorothy Parker, David Sedaris, O Henry, Isaac Bashevis Singer, and others. The Heart of Winter revolves around the theme of yearning to connect with others and to find meaning during the holidays.
Actor and producer Lissa Reynolds is the Artistic Director at the Fremont Centre Theatre and a long-time associate of Professor Covey. The two have often spoken about collaborating on a project, but the opportunity never presented itself until now. After a recent conversation about Rebecca's desire to do a show in California, Lissa extended an invitation to perform their project at FCT over the holidays, as she wanted to provide a holiday offering for her patrons. Rebecca immediately accepted and, having been given creative leeway over the direction of the show, chose literary stories she and Aaron would find meaningful and would both enjoy performing.
The Fremont Centre Theatre is a non-profit professional theatre. Their mission is "to discover and rediscover plays of value to produce in an artistic atmosphere that nurtures creativity, originality and excellence. In addition, FCT is committed to producing theatre that promotes diversity and attracts diverse audiences." FCT is known for working with artists like Pulitzer Prize-winning author and playwright Ray Bradbury and producing award winning, original adaptations such as A Woman of Independent Means by Elizabeth Forsythe. They have been recognized by the NAACP, Women in Theatre, and many other organizations. It is an honor for Rebecca to perform at this prominent theatre, which has worked with artists of such high caliber.
Rebecca is very excited about this endeavor with the Fremont Centre Theatre. When asked about her expectations for the show and her future relationship with FCT, she responded, "I hope to establish a long-lasting relationship with the theatre. This could be a wonderful place for FIU Theatre to incubate new shows, especially new adaptations. I can envision larger scaled projects evolving over time, perhaps even on an annual basis. Aaron and I are looking forward to collaborating with Lissa to make next month's performance a success." It is also noteworthy that Rebecca is already in talks about bringing the show to different locations.
The Department of Theatre wishes Rebecca and Aaron great success in California on December 21. For more information about The Heart of Winter, please click here.
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Introducing Alpha Psi Omega, Department of Theatre Honors Society
Alpha Psi Omega National Theatre Honor Society is a collegiate society which encourages academic and professional success amongst college theatre students. The Theatre Department at FIU is pleased to announce that we have established a chapter of Alpha Psi Omega, with the first group of 28 members inducted on Monday, November 24, 2014. In following the tradition of using theatre-related terminology to describe the chapter officers, current BA student, Luisa Rodriguez is the Director (President) of the FIU chapter and she is very proud to be part of the induction ceremony. This idea has been in the works for quite some time and Luisa has spent countless hours doing research on starting the chapter and brainstorming with both her fellow classmates and their faculty sponsor, Theatre Chair Phillip Church. It is very satisfying to see all her hard work come to fruition. When asked why she wanted to start this chapter, she responded, "I am a member of another fraternity on campus and I really love that idea of brotherhood/sisterhood that these societies teach us and the fact that we all have similar aspirations and interests. I thought it would be great for my peers to be part of a group where we can feel comfortable enough to share with each other and learn from one another. So far, everyone has been incredible supportive and interested, so I hope that APO will continue to grow and be a success."
Madeleine Escarne, Alpha Psi Omega's Business Manager and BFA Performance student, describes the chapter as, "a bridge between the theatre community and the outside community. Alpha Psi Omega aims to raise awareness about FIU's Theatre Department, encourage our students to be part of the camaraderie that is a fraternity and to serve as an honorary big brother/big sister to surrounding schools, especially the ones that have suffered loss of funding to their arts programs. Being a part of this society is an opportunity to give back and live up to APO's motto-Seek a Life Useful. We want to prepare high school students for college life, teach them about the culture of the theatre and most importantly, to let everyone know how great FIU's theatre program is. It is a wonderful feeling to be part of a group with common interests and goals."
Alpha Psi Omega has numerous fun-filled and fund-raising events planned. On December 1, they will be having a bake sale in Graham Center lobby 11AM-1PM. They are also planning a holiday party (date TBD) and will be offering holiday song-o-grams. Please continue to visit our webpage for further details.
Requirements to become a member of Alpha Psi Omega
All prospective members must:
-Be a declared Theatre major for at least 2 consecutive semesters.
-Maintain a cumulative gpa of 2.5 or higher, be in good academic standing with the university and have no pending disciplinary actions.
-Meet the participation requirement. (Please contact Luisa for details about the participation requirement at email@example.com)
To learn more about Alpha Psi Omega, please click here.
For more information about the FIU Department of Theatre Chapter of Alpha Psi Omega or officers, please contact Luisa Rodriguez at lulusings@bellsouth or visit the Department of Theatre Main Office.
Other Alpha Psi Omega officers include:
Juanita Olivo
Chachi Colon
Amanda Iglesias
Pia Isabelle Vicioso-Vila
Matthew Pastor
Erik Rodriguez
Sarah Perez
Melissa Lopez
Roselyn Moreno
Liana Sierra
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Interview with Cedric Liqueur
Despite being on the road for most of the year, Cedric Liqueur always returns to his hometown, Dade City, Florida, for the holidays. Occasionally, he has the opportunity to share his art with other Shakespeare and theatre enthusiasts on those trips home. Through his personal research he became interested in performing at FIU and contacted the Chair of the English Department, Dr. James Sutton, with his request. Dr. Sutton liked his proposal so he decided to partner with the Department of Theatre to bring Mr. Liqueur to FIU to meet with the faculty and students for a Q & A session and to present his fifty five minute performance of The Middle of King Lear. In anticipation of his visit, Mr. Liqueur has taken the time to answer a few questions about himself and his career.
Why did you write The Middle of King Lear? Do you have any expectations for the performance?
"I began my career in the theatre, reading the works of the greatest poet the world has produced, William Shakespeare. I'd thought about Lear for several years, but I knew that most of the actors who have played the part in the full plays often spoke of how difficult it is to carry the 'weight' of Lear. Some actors feel you have to do almost all Shakespeare plays to do Lear. When I made up my mind to do Lear, I hadn't done all the plays, but I felt, and still feel, I can bring all I have to this complex, compelling, tragic character. My intent in this solo production is to explore what Shakespeare wrote about Lear without any other players. Call it 'research.' Research that I do each time I walk onto the stage."
There are many colleges and universities in Florida, why did you approach FIU?
"The name 'International' caught my attention when I looked at the colleges and universities in Florida. I read on the website that it is classified as a research university and I spend far more time now doing research than I ever did as an undergraduate or graduate student. Also, I believe if any artist has the opportunity to go back inside a classroom and talk with students and educators, they should, as I think they will become better artists."
Why are you so passionate about Shakespeare?
"Shakespeare put the English language and the magic and mystery of theatre together. To me, his 37 plays and 154 sonnets captured the 14th through 17th centuries-like a digital camera today snaps the perfect color of a butterfly's wings in flight! How did he manage to capture almost all these colors, in human beings? Shakespeare's plays and sonnets are about relationships during the Renaissance era. The Tragedy of King Lear, particularly, and in this work, is about the relationship between fathers and daughters. He understood that history repeats itself and brought this to the stage. His stage brought to life 'human' characters with complex yet recognizable personalities, something never seen on stage in the Renaissance era so dramatically and with such popularity. He knew about the Renaissance because he was a product of it. For me to present The Middle of King Lear, on stage, I have 'become' a product of that era as well.
Do you have any advice for aspiring performers or writers, particularly those interested in the Renaissance era?
"Be patient. It is the advice I first received as an actor from Sir Patrick Stuart at the Royal Shakespeare Company: 'Cedric, after about twenty-five years, if you are still in the business . . . you should then be a pretty good actor.'"
For more information on Cedric Liqueur's visit, please click here.
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Cedric Liqueur Brings The Middle of King Lear to the Wertheim Performing Arts Center
FIU Theatre, in collaboration with the Department of English, is pleased to present The Middle of King Lear by independent actor and playwright, Cedric Liqueur on Monday, November 24 at 2:00PM in The Herbert and Nicole Wertheim Performing Arts Center | Black Box Theatre. The Middle of King Lear is a fifty-five minute condensed variation on Shakespeare's play-script, with the main focus being the oncoming madness of the legendary King–and the audience sitting and standing in the same light as Shakespeare's most complex major character.
Mr. Liqueur is in his eighteenth year as a solo performance actor and playwright. He spent two years as an apprentice at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre Company, which led to many future roles in Shakespeare productions. He began writing and producing historical biographies in 1997. To date, he has written and produced twenty one shows, with The Middle of King Lear being one of his most recent. We are honored to have him visit our university and meet with the faculty and students.
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Alumni Spotlight: Sarah Bartels
Sarah Bartels '10 is currently in Colorado working as a Producer and Casting Director for a short film entitled Two Secrets. This is Sarah's first major film project since earning her BA in Theatre. As Casting Director, her duties include reading the script and collaborating with the director and other producers to create breakdown notices (brief descriptions of the physical attributes, skills, and experience sought in actors to portray particular characters.) She is also responsible for selecting the actors, scheduling auditions, and managing rehearsals. This job is new to Sarah and she has learned that a great deal of flexibility is required because of the long hours, necessary travel, and last minute surprises. Her strong interpersonal and communication skills have certainly been an asset in dealing with the plethora of different personalities she has encountered since the inception of Two Secrets.
Sarah is driven by this project because of the professional credit it awards her but also for personal reasons. This film is based on the true story of her partner, Alison Dolan, and she wants it to be portrayed well. Alison was abandoned shortly after birth, with her umbilical cord still attached, on the wintery streets of New York. She was found in a beer crate by two teenagers and taken to a hospital and was later adopted by a loving family. She has never been able to find any information about her birth mother. The film Two Secrets is told from the perspective of twelve year old Janey, played by Cassidy Mack. As the title suggests, there are two secrets: the story of Janey's abandonment, which is kept from her, and a secret that she is keeping from everyone else.
South Florida's Grammy nominated and Latin Grammy winning record producer, engineer, and mixer Charles Dye is the writer and director of the film. It is his hope to drum up enough interest and funding/investors from this short film to produce a feature film about Alison Dolan's life in the future. Jay Riggs, founder and Executive Director of the national charity Will Play for Food, is also a producer. Other members of the team include script co-writer Meryem Ersoz, one of Colorado's top film producers, internationally known photographer Laffrey Witbrod as Director of Photography, guest artist Alexx Calise, and many others. It is also noteworthy that the costume designer for Two Secrets is FIU Theatre alumnus Giovanni Valazquez (Class of '11.) Once filming in Colorado is done, the team will begin working on making Two Secrets Oscar eligible for film festivals.
Sarah is very excited and a little nervous about this project. She says, "this is a huge responsibility for me professionally and of course I want it to be a great success. At the same time, if we make a feature film, my life will be included in it and that's a little nerve wracking!" She recently came to the Theatre Department seeking advice from Department Chair Phillip Church and Head of Performance Wayne E. Robinson Jr. She talks a bit about her experience as an FIU Theatre student. "In addition to taking Phillips's classes, I worked as his Assistant Director on The Cherry Orchard. That experience helped me to grow and boosted my confidence a lot. He basically handed me the reins on Tech Weekend because he could not be here and I really appreciated his trust in me. I felt that I was really part of the production. I wanted to get Wayne's advice on working with the actors and things I could do with them, since they are quite young. He was always helpful as a professor."
We wish Sarah and entire team working on Two Secrets the greatest success.
For more information on Two Secrets, please click here.
For more information on Alison Dolan, please click here.
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Bret Harrison | |
Born | Bret Michael Harrison April 6, 1982 Portland, Oregon, U.S. |
Occupation | Actor, singer |
Bret Harrison | |
Born | Bret Michael Harrison April 6, 1982 Portland, Oregon, U.S. |
Occupation | Actor, singer |
Bret Michael Harrison (born April 6, 1982) is an American actor and singer known predominantly for his work on comedies such as The Loop, Grounded for Life, Reaper and Breaking In.
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Harrison was born in Tualatin, Oregon. His first acting role came at the Hillsboro Artists' Regional Theatre in his home state where he had the role of George in Our Town.[1]
One of his first TV appearances was in the third season of MTV's Undressed and the MTV film Everybody's Doing It. Bret's first major role was dorky next-door neighbor Brad O'Keefe on Grounded for Life.
Harrison appeared in five That '70s Show episodes as Charlie Richardson, a character that was intended to be a replacement for departing cast member Topher Grace but the character was soon killed off when Harrison decided to work on another series. He also appeared in The O.C. as Danny, Seth's rival. He had a dramatic guest role on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit as Sam Cavanaugh, a young victim of sexual abuse. In film, he appeared alongside Jack Black and Colin Hanks in Orange County. In addition, Harrison also starred in the movie Deal, which was released in the US on April 26, 2008.
During 2006 and 2007 he starred in The Loop, as a young professional trying to balance the needs of his social life with the pressures of working at the corporate headquarters of a major U.S. airline. It was canceled following the second season in 2007. Later in 2007, he became the star of The CW series, Reaper as Sam Oliver.[2] Reaper was canceled on May 19, 2009, after two seasons.
Bret Harrison signed on to play Dr. Sidney Miller on ABC's re-imagined V series, according to The Ausiello Files. Harrison's character appears throughout Season 2 (2011) as an evolutionary biologist and eventual member of the counter-visitor resistance.[3] Also in 2011, he was signed by Fox to fill a main cast role in a mid-season replacement comedy called Breaking In.
Big Japan is a four-piece indie rock band from Los Angeles, with Nathanial Castro on vocals and guitar, Adam Brody on drums, Bret Harrison on guitar and Brad Babinski on bass. The band only performs, writes and records sporadically given Brody and Harrison's unpredictable acting schedules. Their first band name was Steven's Team, named after the movie The Cable Guy.
Big Japan's first release, Music for Dummies, was digitally released through Nightshift Records on August 23, 2005. This CD originally titled "Music for Dummies" was changed to "Untitled" thus the limited number of CDs printed have become collectors items.
Name | Year | Role | Notes |
V | 2011 | Dr. Sidney Miller | 6 episodes |
Breaking In | 2011-2012 | Cameron Price | Main Cast; 20 episodes |
Mardi Gras: Spring Break | 2011 | Scottie Smith | |
Reaper | 2007-2009 | Sam Oliver | 31 episodes |
Deal | 2008 | Alex Stillman | |
The Loop | 2006-2007 | Sam Sullivan | 17 episodes |
That '70s Show | 2005 | Charlie Richardson | 5 episodes |
The O.C. | 2004-2005 | Danny | 2 episodes |
Grounded for Life | 2001-2005 | Brad O'Keefe | 65 episodes |
Lightning Bug | 2004 | Green Graves | |
Home Security | 2003 | Mike | |
Boston Public | 2003 | Doug Baer | 1 episode |
Everybody's Doing It (MTV Film) | 2002 | Travis | |
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit | 2002 | Sam Cavanaugh | 1 episode |
Orange County | 2002 | Lonny | |
A Place Apart | 1999 | Wilkey | TV Movie |


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A group has made its mission to spread Christmas kindness this holiday season, and the group is doing it one layaway at a time.
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The "security freeze" is the number one tool to prevent crooks from stealing your credit card information. But the problem is that not many people use it.
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While, as of this past Sunday, many drivers are paying up to $14 to cross the George Washington, Bayonne and Goethals bridges, the Holland and Lincoln tunnels and the Outerbridge Crossing, the cash toll for 18-wheelers is now $114.
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Jaipur: A 16-year-old student of a state-run school in Rajasthan has committed suicide allegedly due to humiliation, harassment and beating by a teacher. The teacher was arrested, police said Monday.
Kota: A beat constable posted at Anta police station of Baran district has been arrested by a team of Anti Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 1000.
An equal number of women as men consume tobacco in the southeastern Hadouti region of Rajasthan, raising social and health concerns in the state, a survey has revealed.
In the wake of reports of alleged malnutrition deaths among Sahariya tribes, the BJP government in Rajasthan has decided to resume welfare schemes for tribals in the district which were introduced by the previous Congress regime.
Seven members of a family were killed and three others severely injured, when a wall of the house they were living in collapsed during heavy rains at Kalmanda village in Baran district, police said.
A 35-year-old woman was arrested along with her accomplices in neighbouring Baran district for allegedly duping five men into marrying her before fleeing away with their money and valuables, police said on Tuesday.
To prevent solemnisation of child marriages on `Akshya Tritaya` on May 2, Bundi authorities are organising meetings and workshops, and have set up a special control room to check the practice.
Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi will address a public meeting in Baran district of Rajasthan Tuesday, his second rally in the poll-bound state within a week.
Helping to identify and then get medical facilities to children suffering from malnutrition will win health workers in Baran district of Rajasthan additional monetary benefits.
For the first time in Rajasthan, an election for recalling an elected chairman of a municipal body was held in Mangrol Municipality area.
Six undertrials, inmates of Chhabra sub jail in Baran district of Rajasthan, managed to escape by jumping the prison`s wall on Wednesday, police said.
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- noun - a Buddhist and Hindu and especially Jainist doctrine holding that all forms of life are sacred and urging the avoidance of violence
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- noun - the Hindu principle of nonviolence
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83 Canal Street is a five minute walk from the B 6 Avenue Express and the D 6 Avenue Express at the Grand St stop.
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That is such a Lie. So, by taking your tack - does that mean all Macho Men hate Women? The very traits of Feminism : gentleness, empathy, sensitivity, caring, sweetness, compassion, tolerance, nurturance, deference, and succorance ... teaming & multi-tasking. Beware, be very wary of putting a 'bad' label on female or male; it isn't moving us as humans forward in the joining of humanity - into humane beings. When divided, when attacked ... when prejudices take over, we loose ... find a different mate who appreciates you for who you are: warts & all.
There are positive and negative aspects of Feminism or men being Macho. But without having the 60's happening; where would a lot of us Women be? Thank God it didn't go all according to plan by the Elites who invented & invested in the 60's Feminist movement. Their main goal was to create another (cheaper) workforce that would pay TAXES. With the Mother working, it would negatively affect the American Family; by having the children be more dependent on the State. But what these elitist forgot are female traits that exist: gentleness, empathy, sensitivity, caring, sweetness, compassion, tolerance, nurturance, deference, endurance and succorance ... and our ability to Team & multi-task. Their were many VALUEABLE feminists who took the effort to CHANGE our world for the better for ALL of us and their virtue cannot be denied.
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