![]() His brief remarks on the play (available above) are a delightful palate cleanser after the intensity of the story itself, so be sure not to miss them. Here we were aided immensely by Professor David Sick of Rhodes College, my go-to guy for all things Greek. ![]() The notion of accessibility also guided the rehearsal process, as the actors worked to mine and then convey the meaning of every line and phrase. To my ear, all of them paid off beautifully. This led us to call on some of my favorite Memphis actors, and in the process spurred us to make a few non-traditional choices. Amy and I deliberately set out to find actors with distinct (and distinctive) voices. ![]() He generously allowed us to record his work, for which we are very grateful.Īccessibility underlies the casting choices as well. Johnston has crafted a version of the story that is immediately comprehensible while maintaining both its poetry and its horror. Dispensing with the “thee”s and “thou”s and the stilted language that gums up so many other translations, Dr. The cornerstone of such a production is, of course, the script, and I was overjoyed to come across Ian Johnston’s excellent contemporary translation. ![]() In taking on this project, we sought to create a gripping, involving piece of theater that can be enjoyed by anyone - whether lifelong fans of the play or young students picking it up for the first time. The key word underlying Chatterbox’s production of Oedipus the King is accessible. “This blood brings on the storm which blasts our state.” ![]()
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![]() The author goes on to complain about unfair treatment in hostile chronicles, while uncritically embracing the favorable chronicles. The same reason that opposition barons wee hesitant to switch sides when Matilda was in a strong position. The author massively underestimates self preservation as a motivation. The claim that the Londoners rejected her based solely off gender is silly as it is mentioned several times that London was loyal to Stephen, if for no other reason that Stephen and his brother controlled access to the main shipping harbor in France. The author is aghast that Matilda had the better claim and yet some Barons supported Stephen when her own father, King Henry I, "stole" the crown from his older brother, Robert - who, of course, had a stronger claim. ![]() In fact there are countless contemporary examples. ![]() Based on the author's argument you would think no crown was ever "stolen", no kingdom contested, no barons rebelled, and London never gave any ruler of England a hard time. However the author's entire thesis, that Empress Matilda was a shining light of medieval leadership and only her gender kept her from becoming Queen, or "female king" as she refers to the title is a problem. The author presents a nice narrative of the anarchy, the civil war between King Stephen and the Empress Matilda. ![]() ![]() The death of her beloved father, has left artistic and idealistic Tempera and her stunning, scatterbrained stepmother Lady Rothley bereft not only of love but also of money. ![]() ![]() ![]() If that doesn't work, Jackie will protect Brier with everything at his disposal. When his new lover insists on testifying against a violent man from his past in order to fulfill a promise, Jackie has no choice but try to stop him. Jackie Benoit cherishes the love he's found with Brier. Feeling helpless, Brier makes a promise to God in exchange for his lover's life. With the men of Three Partners Protection Agency as role models, how can he go wrong? And falling in love with bodyguard Jackson Benoit, is a dream come true, but the dream becomes a nightmare when Jackie is gravely injured in the line of duty. Summary Love is always special, but when you're a thirty-six year old man experiencing it for the first time, it's everything.Īfter spending his entire life in a hospital, Brier Blackstone is finally free to become the person he's always wanted to be. But please don't worry, you still have more than 500,000 other books you can enjoy! Brier's Bargain Carol Lynne We are sorry! The publisher (or author) gave us the instruction to take down this book from our catalog. ![]() ![]() ![]() He will be compelled to drop rose petals at your feet, anoint and kiss them, for he feels so complete. "Be patient and cleanse, and your king will come. You tell me, "Oh but he looks so good!" and to this I reply, "No more lovers, if you please!" For those of you who are not striving to go beyond, for those of you who do not intend to find and become a divine mate, I can only say, sister, beware, for the lover you share your bed with is no different than the food you put in your mouth." "Women you must first see and establish your worth, your value, your richness, your beauty, your power within yourself in order for the man to have a passion to commit to you, body, mind and spirit. ![]() "There's a whole lot of women, hooked on a bad man with a good orgasm" ![]() ![]() Since I have already written a few posts on storytelling, I figured I’d begin my look at Neil Gaiman’s writing by focusing on Fortunately, the Milk. Pick one…any one…and pay attention to the way he weaves a story, creates characters, and forms expectations, only to turn them upside down. They are bound to provide great inspiration to those on a creative journey. His books are original and exceptionally creative. ![]() He is an author that one can follow from childhood into adulthood. He has written a wide variety of books, in theme, tone and audience. If you are already familiar with Neil Gaiman, you know that he is an author who deftly uses language, tells unique stories and challenges genre norms. ![]() ![]() Over the course of time and several posts, I’m going to highlight a few books written by Neil Gaiman. It’s time to take a look at another creatively inspirational author. ![]() ![]() In the span of five seasons, it effectively tells Batman’s whole story. Debuting that same year (and now streaming in its entirety on Netflix) was The Batman, a new origin story for the titular hero that would take him from his rookie years and his first encounters with arch foes like Joker and Penguin alllll the way to being a foundational member of the Justice League. On TV, Smallville was still chugging along, and its producers were keen to mine it for spinoff potential (even though separate ones featuring Aquaman, Green Arrow and the Justice League never materialized).Īnd in the realm of animation, the DC Animated Universe, a sprawling mythology that had begun with 1992’s seminal Batman: The Animated Series, was coming to an end with 2004’s Justice League Unlimited. rebuilt the Caped Crusader with the highly praised Batman Begins, eschewing any hints of the maligned efforts of the late ’90s and bringing audiences a grittier, frownier Dark Knight. In the movies, Christopher Nolan and Warner Bros. On the comic book side, the Infinite Crisis storyline promised a multiverse clean-sweep, one that would tidy up the continuity issues that have become a norm for the publication. ![]() When it comes to DC Comics characters, the mid-2000s were years of tumultuous change across nearly every medium that they could be found in. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Overwhelmed with renovations and her long list of responsibilities, Fallon is struggling to make ends meet while attempting to bring the cabins back to their original glory. Needing to lie low amid the media fallout, Sawyer lands in the charming town of Canoodle, California, where he crosses paths with Fallon Long, who runs the Canoodle Cove Cabins, a family-owned business and Sawyer's new short-term residence. The pressure, the resentment, the media coverage-it's all too much-and before he knows exactly what he's doing, he's making a run for it, leaving a shocked congregation and flashing cameras in his wake. That's how he finds himself standing at the altar.as his ex-girlfriend ties the knot with his very famous best friend. But when it comes to real life romance, he's a mess. ![]() Hollywood screenwriter Sawyer Walsh knows a good love story when he sees it. 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![]() ![]() But they just can't escape each other, no matter how hard they try.Īfter surviving the perils of Egypt, Peregrine Dalmay, Earl of Lisle is back in London, facing the most dire threat of all: his irrational family.and Miss Olivia Wingate-Carsington. Perfect control, despite his mad desire to break all the rules. ![]() But Benedict is in perfect control of events. It’s a situation virtually guaranteed to end in mayhem-even scandal!-if anyone else were involved. To recover the would-be knights errant, Benedict and Bathsheba must embark on a rescue mission that puts them in dangerous, intimate proximity. ![]() Then Bathsheba’s hoyden daughter lures Benedict’s precocious nephew into a quest for a legendary treasure. Nothing and no one will disrupt Bathsheba’s plans-until he enters her life… Now widowed, she’s determined to give her daughter a stable life and a proper upbringing. Small wonder her husband’s high-born family disowned him. Benedict knows all the rules and has no trouble following them-until she enters his life.īathsheba Wingate belongs to the rotten branch of the DeLucey family: a notorious lot of liars, frauds, and swindlers. ![]() Tall, dark, and handsome, he is known for his impeccable manners and good breeding. The heir to the Earl of Hargate, Benedict Carsington, Viscount Rathbourne, is the perfect aristocrat. ![]() ![]() ![]() Jenna must leave behind everything she has ever known if she is to give her people a chance at peace. ![]() Princess Jennesara knows her skills on the battlefield would make her an asset and wants to help, but her father has other plans.Īs the second-born heir to the throne, Jenna lacks the firstborn’s–her brother’s–magical abilities, so the king promises her hand in marriage to the prince of neighboring Turia in exchange for resources Hálendi needs. ![]() It’s losing the war at its borders, and rumors of a new, deadlier threat on the horizon have surfaced. For fans of Sorcery of Thorns and Furyborn comes a thrilling new fantasy about a kingdom ravaged by war, and the princess who might be the key to saving not only those closest to her, but the kingdom itself, if she reveals the very secret that could destroy her. ![]() |