:: 311 ::

The rock/rap/reggae/funk troupe originally from Omaha are in town promoting their latest cd "Evolver." They'll be ravaging Pershing Auditorium on Tuesday. That place is going to erupt. I can't wait.
Tickets are $25 and are available from TicketMaster (475.1212 or http://www.ticketmaster.com)

Hit their official site for the full scoop on the band and album: http://www.311.com

311 Quick Quiz: Where does the name 311 come from?*
a) A KKK reference ('K' is the 11th letter in the alphabet)
b) 311 is the Omaha Police Dept. code for indecent exposure
c) The band is made up of former members of the Las Vegas gang 311 Boyz

Did you know 311 is tennis ace Venus Williams' favorite band?
Check out this entry from her web diary...
http://www.venuswilliams.com/content/default.sps?iType=4852
 

:: Vince Learned: The Piano Man ::

I'll bet many of the people on this list already know Vince Learned. If I were to start listing his accomplishments, I'd be writing all night. If I were to start listing his talents, I'd run out of synomyms for "fantastic, wonderful, amazing, kick-ass and supersweet." If I were to start listing all the reasons to go see Vince play and sing at the Del Ray Ballroom, my message would be so long it'd crash Internet Servers.

What I'm trying to say is that Vince is an immensely talented musician and a wonderful human being. He's a great friend he's got a regular gig at the Del Ray Ballroom on Wednesday evenings from 6-8pm. If a drink at a piano bar sounds like a nice way to fill a portion of your evening, hit the Del Ray (8th & R in the Haymarket) on Wednesdays from 6-8pm.
 

:: Magnificent 7 ::

Laniece Micek and her band of merry men have accumulated a bit of a following in this town. The guys are a formidable rock/blues-jam band and Laniece just plain kicks ass. I've seen them a few times and like them more each time.

They'll be at the Del Ray Ballroom (8th & R in the Haymarket) on Friday (Nov 21) from 9-Close.

Hit their website for more about the band: http://www.mag7band.com/
 

:: The Art Barn Season Celebration featuring The Pot Scrubbers ::

David Landis and the Blue River Art Barn have played host to some excellent art shows this year. But it's time to close the barn for the winter and celebrate the passing season. So he's hired a great folk band and asked the artists from this past season to bring a couple of pieces back to show one more time. Among them will also be a display by Tom Hart and Daniel Long Soldier - New works of pen and ink, painting, photographs and sculpture inspired by the Native American culture.

So please feel free to attend the celebration of the season and drink some beer, listen to music and kick around ideas for next season. Anyone wanting to display artwork or hold other events, come be heard. All ideas for using the space will not only be heard, but encouraged!

Join us this Sunday, November 23, from 2pm until 5pm.

A quick word about the band
Nebraska's favorite old-time band, The Pot Scrubbers, will be playing their favorite hot triple fiddle and banjo tunes. Don't miss this chance to hear music ranging from Gid Tanner to the Memphis Jug Band, with a few hot dance tunes from the 1930's and an occasional slow waltz.

Directions
From Lincoln, head south on Highway 77. On Highway 33, turn right, heading West. This highway will take you all the way through Crete. As you are leaving the city limits, turn right heading north on the gravel road just past the "Dorchester 7" sign. Follow this gravel road for approximately 2 miles until you see the "Blue River Lodge" sign. Then follow the signs to the barn/studio. For a map and directions point your Web browser to: http://www.landisarts.com/map/brlodge1.html
 

:: Lord of the Flies ::

Lord of the Flies at The Haymarket Theatre,
~ Thursday-Saturday at 7:30pm and
~ Sunday at 2pm.

This is the searing tale of a group of British schoolboys stranded on a remote island by a plane crash. With Colin Creveling as Ralph, Rob Burt as Jack and George Hansen as The Naval Officer
 

:: Stuart Little ::

Welcome to the world of Stuart Little, the second son of Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Little, a normal boy in every way, except for one thing -- he's a mouse!

This delightful musical version of Stuart's adventures around New York City further enhances the charming story of a determined underdog trying to survive in a real people's world. From melodic ballads to exciting chorus numbers, the score by England's Ronna Frank features such delightful songs as "Paddle Your Own Canoe," "Feed Him Up," "Size," "Stuart Little," "I'm Headed in the Right Direction" and "Nighttime in New York" (sung by a quartet of cats!).

Don't miss the opening production of our 2003-2004 Family Series, to be presented in the Oliver T. Joy Mainstage Theatre. Non-subscriber ticket prices: $10, all seats, all ages.

SHOW DATES AND TIMES:
• Friday, November 21, 7:00 PM
• Saturday, November 22, 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM
• Sunday, November 23, 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM
 

:: Midsummer Project ::

A Midsummer Night's Dream ~ Nov 21-23 at 7:30; and also Nov 23 at 2 pm; Nebraska Wesleyan, McDonald Theater
One of Shakespeare's most beloved and imaginative comedies! When mismatched lovers escape into the woods to sort things out, they don't count on interference from a band of mischievous fairies! Throw an amateur theatrical company into the mix and you'll enjoy an evening of laughs resulting from mistaken identities, unpredictable romance and magic! Appropriate for all audiences.

The Donkey Show: A Midsummer Night's Disco ~ Nov 21-22 at 9:15; and also Nov 20 at 7:30; Nebraska Wesleyan, McDonald Theater
The Donkey Show tells the story of A Midsummer Night's Dream through all the 70s disco hits you know by heart. The enchanted forest of Shakespeare's comedy clasic becomes the glittered world of retro disco. Nightclub impresario Oberon and his sidekick Dr. Wheelgood cook up an evening of funky love as they spoon a passion portion to a quartet of clubgoers, two guys named Vinnie and the diva goddss of the moon, Titania. It's a fabulous magic fantasia of mirror balls, glitter and feathers where the unexpected can happen. Appropriate for teenagers & adults.

For more information...
• Full Press Release available on website
• Contact Jay Scott Chipman (jsc@nebrwesleyan.edu)
 

:: A Flea In Her Ear ::

University of Nebraska-Lincoln continues it's season with Georges Feydeau's face 'A Flea in Her Ear'. The comedy opens with a sneak preview at 7:30 P.M. Wednesday in Howell Theatre in the Temple Building, 12th and R streets. Directed by Tice L. Miller, "Flea" features typical farce fare, including misunderstandings, mistaken identities and slamming doors.

Remaining performances are 7:30 P.M. Thursday-next Saturday and Dec. 3-6. Sneak preview tickets are $5 at the door. Other performances are $14, $12 for UNL faculty/staff and senior citizens and $10 for students. For reservations call 472-4747 or (800) 432-3231.

The Cast...
• Camille Chandel, the secretary ~ Sean Connealy
• Antoinette, the Maid ~ Jesse Glasgow
• Etienne, the valet, husband of Antoinette ~ Nathan Lange
• Finache, the doctor ~ Brett Waldon
• Lucienne, the Spaniard’s wife ~ Erin Dinneen
• Yvonne Chandel, the jealous wife ~ Jodi Vaccaro
• Victor-Emmanuel Chandel, the innocent husband ~ Benjamin Beck
• Romaine Tournel, the lover ~ Ivan Lovegren
• Don Homenides de Histangua, the Spaniard ~ Joel Egger
• Ferraillon, the owner ~ Christopher Deaton
• Eugenie, the maid ~ Kelli Chaves
• Olympe, the owner’s wife ~ Brittany Leffler
• Baptistin, the decoy ~ Ryan Lueders
• Rugby, an Englishman, guest at hotel ~ Jordan Warren
• Poche, the porter ~ Benjamin Beck

It should be a fun show for everyone...
If you have any questions, let me know! Erin Dinneen (erinlorra@hotmail.com)
 

:: Amos Oz Israel: Peace and War ::

Amos Oz is Israel's most distinguished literary figure and a founding member of Israel's Peace Now movement. In a stellar and occasionally controversial Military career spanning nearly 40 years, Oz has commanded both serious critical attention and a wide popular audience. His reputation was established with his first book, Where the Jackals Howl and many of his subsequent novels have been critically acclaimed best-sellers in Israel and around the world including his best known work, My Michael, and Black Box. Oz is the author of 11 novels, three volumes of nonfiction, and a children's book. He continues to devote his time to writing, teaching, and actively campaigning for the Israeli peace movement.
This lecture is co-sponsored by the Thompson Forum and the Harris Center for Judaic Studies

Tuesday, November 18, 2003 - 3:30 p.m.
E.N. Thompson Forum on World Issues lecture: free