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KISS MY AZTEC! Review – Irreverent New Musical Fuses Fairytale and Satire

June 11, 2019 Splash Magazines Contributor 0

By E.A. & D.M. Swarts There’s nothing like a little Spamalot-inspired Aztec revenge porn to spice up the culture wars that dominate our news cycle. With authority, fresh perspective, and irreverent humor, Berkeley Repertory Theatre’s […]

The NOCC Run/Walk – Remembering Loved Ones and Honoring Survivors

June 3, 2019 Splash Magazines Contributor 0

By Kandis Draw On May 18, 2019 1,500 people gathered across the parking lot of the United Center. The beautiful sun piercing the sky, volunteers from all over the tri state area, gathered for one […]

Lost and Found in Spain, Tales of an Ambassador’s Wife – Cuisine to Delight

May 29, 2019 Splash Magazines Contributor 0

By Guest Author Susan Lewis Solomont When eating in Spain, sample the simple and indulge in the decadent There’s a Spanish proverb: Con pan y vino, se anda el camino, which translates to “With bread and […]

‘Haiku Style Passion Heart’ Review – Commentary on Life

May 12, 2019 Splash Magazines Contributor 0

An Interview by David Hamilton ‘Haiku Style Passion Heart’ is Ron Irwin’s 19th published book and it is nothing like any of his previous works. Haiku is a form of poetry, specifically a form of […]

Four Days in Taos

May 11, 2019 Splash Magazines Contributor 0

Stephanie Colburn WHERE OLD TRUCKS BECOME ART Cravings manifest themselves in wondrous ways. Some folks admit there can never be too much chocolate in their lives. For my husband Bill and I, there can never […]

Ira Glass in Berkeley Review – Surprising mix of Lecture, Memoir and Battle Cry

March 26, 2019 Splash Magazines Contributor 0

By E.A. & D.M Swarts If you doubt the existence of a heritage voice in contemporary radio, look no further than Ira Glass, who creates, curates, and hosts the iconic radio program “This American Life.” […]

Amanda Palmer Review – The Tour Continues

March 23, 2019 Splash Magazines Contributor 1

By Amy Singer Amanda Palmer returned to the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Toronto last night for the second show of what will be 18 months on the road. She’s already tired. And cold. It’s Canada, […]

La La Land with the San Francisco Symphony Review – An Homage to the Legendary & Dazzling Originality!

March 16, 2019 Splash Magazines Contributor 0

Marsha Felton, Splash Magazines Contributor Have you ever savored a favorite film, watched it on a giant screen in a stunning Symphony Hall while the magnificent soundtrack is performed live on stage, just beneath the screen, […]

“A White Girl’s Guide to International Terrorism” Review – Plenty to Consider

February 17, 2019 Splash Magazines Contributor 0

By E.A. Swarts If discussions of Bush-era politics and morality seem neither relevant nor necessary in our current world, think again. San Francisco Playhouse SandBox Series‘ production of A White Girl’s Guide to International Terrorism shows […]

A Valentine’s Day Treat – Easy to Make

February 13, 2019 Splash Magazines Contributor 0

Saucepan Brownies by mjcuisine Valentine’s Day beckons with hearts, roses and everything chocolate. For many of us in the midst of bitter winter, it’s a time to reach out and lift our spirits with a bit […]