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"The Man Under" brings macabre to Off-Broadway stage

“The Man Under” brings macabre to Off-Broadway stage

February 7, 2013
In a twisted urban love story about a man who finds a finds a girl who looks exactly like his dead fiancee, Benjamin Kamine creates an uncomfortably macabre romance for off-broadway audiences.
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‘Collision’ explores crucial, intriguing questions

February 6, 2013
"Collision," a play by Lyle Kessler, is a flawed show, but enjoyable and through-provoking.
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Songwriter’s Portrait: John Darnielle

February 6, 2013
John Darnielle's defining characteristic is his devotion to the depth and emotional nuance of his lyrics.
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Mainstream success trumps witty comedy in TV landscape

February 6, 2013
The recent cancellations of shows on ABC, FOX and NBC raise questions about what it takes to stay on the air.
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Jim James’ debut album highlights his philosophy

February 6, 2013
Jim James embodies an idyllic and rural life in his recently released album "Regions of Light and Sound of God."
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Unknown Mortal Orchestra album lacks style, variety

February 5, 2013
After a quirky and innovative debut, Unknown Mortal Orchestra is failing to develop its unique voice on their latest release, “II.”
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Deaf and blind actors break bread, barriers

February 5, 2013
“Not By Bread Alone,” playing at NYU’s Skirball Center, allows the audience to hear stories from those with disabilities.
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Netflix nullifies need for television

February 5, 2013
Netflix revolutionizes television viewership by releasing content directly to subscribers.
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U.K. punk band invigorates American crowd

February 5, 2013
The Vaccines, a band from the United Kingdom, headlined in the United States in front of a group of enthusiastic fans.
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‘Tomorrow’ escapes conventional filming methods

February 4, 2013
Guerilla filmmaker Randy Moore's tale of a man's gradual mental breakdown in Disneyland has turned some critics' heads.
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‘The Gatekeepers’ sheds light on to Israeli secret service

January 30, 2013
Oscar-nominated ‘The Gatekeepers’ demonstrates universality of war.
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‘The Jammer’ comedy suffers from repetition

January 30, 2013
"The Jammer" may prove entertaining, but don't expect highbrow comedy from this new play.