‘Oh, What a Beautiful Morning’
The sounds of Oklahoma! echo through The Shedd
Let’s say you happen to hear the first five words of the song, “Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin’.” What are you hearing and who is … Continue reading
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Artist in the Aisle
Meet local artist and Safeway clerk Tom Edison
At the bustling Safeway under bright fluorescent lights, the constant beeps of self-checkout machines fill the air as customers navigate the busy station. Employee Tom … Continue reading
And Action: Eugene Filming Locations
Shakespeare said, ‘All the world’s a stage,’ and Eugene has been the stage for many films
Most likely, you’ve heard of the Oregon Trail, but there’s another trail Oregon is becoming known for: The Oregon Film Trail. The Beaver State has … Continue reading
Trippy Tribute
Local Jerry Garcia tribute band to honor Dylan and The Dead at WOW Hall Nov. 29.
Johnny’s in the basement mixin’ up the medicine, I’m on the pavement thinkin’ ‘bout the government, Casey Jones is drivin’ that train high on cocaine, … Continue reading
Sing a Sleighing Song Tonight
Give the gift of carols this holiday season
On a dark and rainy October night, voices warmly rehearsing Christmas carols from inside a home on Emerald Street in Eugene let you know you’re … Continue reading
PNW Liquid Skies
Eugene punk band debuts with Trans Lifeline benefit at Moon Rock Records
Liquid Cross, a compelling new Eugene punk trio, plays its first-ever show at Moon Rock Records. The performance celebrates Don’t Think, the band’s debut EP, … Continue reading
MEND: A Theatrical Spell for Liberation
An all-queer, DIY ensemble casts a spell of resistance and collective healing
What does resistance look like when it’s woven with poetry, song and ritual? MEND, a neighborhood-grown theatrical spell, offers an answer. This anti-capitalist dramatic comedy … Continue reading
Collecting Inspiration: On the Road with Artist Jon Jay Cruson
Yellow Fields at White Lotus Gallery is on display until Nov. 29
Where artists get their inspiration is a topic of endless discussion, in part because it’s different in every case. For Jon Jay Cruson, who came … Continue reading
A Hip Old Nanny Hits the Stage
Craig Allen Smith discusses portraying a middle-aged man portraying an elderly Scottish lady in the ‘Mrs. Doubtfire’ musical
Mrs. Doubtfire (1993), one of the ultimate Robin William’s ’90s vehicles — chock full of his expert improv and run by fruitings — is everyone’s … Continue reading
Always be Grinding
Two-day extreme metal music festival returns to Eugene
Grindcore and extreme metal bands from as far away as Ohio descend on Eugene this weekend for Grinding Up Eugene II, a two-day music festival … Continue reading