A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, September 19, 2002 Page 21 Arts & Entertainment POPCORN™ City by the Sea: Songs in the Spirit Cabaret Invites Shore Is Mediocre Actors to Audition One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent WESTFIELD – The Rainbow Experience, a community the- By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER cop was once married, that he has a ater group, will hold auditions 2 popcorns grown son, and that practically every- for “Songs in the Spirit: A Cof- Can a movie still entertain you de- thing about Vincent LaMarca has been feehouse Cabaret” on Monday, spite a seen-it-before script, predict- shaped by the experience of having an September 23, at 7:30 p.m. at the able direction and only average acting executed dad. United Church of performances? You better believe it. If But recent events will be changing Christ in it were otherwise, there’d be no Holly- all that. When the boy he never knew is Plainfield, 220 wood. Take City by the Sea, a perfect accused of one and then two murders, West Seventh example that also just happens to be a parasitic press can’t get enough of it. Street, Plainfield and the subject of this review. A New York Post headline queries: “Killer Gene?” Unfortunately, it’s about Tuesday, September A typical police melodrama, the film 24, at 7:30 p.m. at the stars Robert De Niro as a good cop the film’s only bit of comedy relief. sandwiched between the legacy of a Previously starved for information First Congregational child-killing father and the anguish of about her lover, like it or not Michelle Church in Westfield, 125 Elmer a drug-addicted son, who also may be now has no choice but to takes a crash Street in Westfield. a killer. So there’s the hook: father, son, course in officer LaMarca. The $64 Auditions, which will be held murder, drugs, and a good old family question is, will she still like him after on a first-come, first-serve basis, curse to top it all off. Sounds like it the shooting stops — that is, if he’s are open to youngsters and adults, could be genuinely interesting, n’est alive? ages 12 and above. Participants pas? Maybe it could have been — if it But the cop will have to worry about should be prepared to sing 16 to had a more inventive screenplay and that later. Because in typical Holly- 32 bars of a song they like. Sheet wood fashion, it’s grand catharsis time some creative direction. Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader and The Times music in the proper key or a tape As it stands, director Michael Caton- for Vincent. All the tattered threads of GATHERING OF TALENT...Westfield artist Laura Williams, far left, joined her gifted peers, William Coombs of North should be brought. Please bring a Jones’s Saturday night special of a his past are being rolled up into one Plainfield and Lorrie Baldwin of Piscataway during an artists reception held at the Watchung Arts Center on September picture or résumé if available. movie earns only the distinction of ball: the shame of his father’s death, his 8. Williams was awarded first prize for her professional mixed media piece, “Keepin It Real” during the Art on the Green For more information, please being the latest De Niro flick — no horribly unhappy marriage and the sad- event in Dunellen. call Jessica Beltz at (908) 754- more, no less. But thanks to packaging, ness of knowing nothing about his son 4837. that’s enough to bring ‘em in for a few (James Franco, doing a passable James weekends. Then there’s the video rev- Dean), who is at least a dope addict if enue followed by the overseas profits. not a cop killer. Oh, and guess which Pen & Ink Daurio, Strickland Perform Truth be told, any more than that would cop he did or didn’t kill. C’mon, it’s CONTINUED FROM PAGE 22 Holiday Theme Revealed have probably surprised the studio. easy. front of them. The minister’s son, Now, of course we know that you Regardless, the bottom line is, we’ve who married outside of his faith, In Summer’s Rome Festival By Chansonettes Group wouldn’t allow anything other than Citi- seen enough movies to know that was oddly absent from the season’s WESTFIELD – After winning Daurio and Strickland also stud- WESTFIELD — The zen Kane (1941), La Strada (1954), maybe, just maybe, if Vincent can a competitive national audition, ied with master artist-teachers as Chansonettes, a women’s choral first eppie, which makes no sense group who sing for fun and the love The African Queen (1951) or any of somehow help his son in this time of Julie Daurio and Martha part of the Festival’s Summer In- crisis, then broad-sweeping redemp- since he was so pivotal in the finale. of music, have begun rehearsals for their highborn ilk to occupy the VCR in Strickland, both singers from stitute, which is sponsored by the that cultural sanctuary known as your tion will be his. In other words, except The brood has blossomed, still the upcoming holiday season, which den. However, recently you couldn’t for one scene that sports an uncharac- Westfield, performed as featured Rome Festival Orchestra, Ltd., an will feature the theme, “Goin’ on a sweetly testing the boundaries of artists at the Rome Festival in equal opportunity American Edu- help but overhear the servants talking teristic twist, expect few surprises. their angelic parents, who are trying Sleigh Ride.” about the latest “shoot ‘em up” at the Still, originality isn’t everything. Rome, Italy this summer. cational Charity. New members are always wel- Tivoli, and rather excitedly at that. Look at all the novel by-products of to do everything in their Earthly With instrumentalists, singers, Strickland has studied voice for come to join. For membership infor- Your interest is piqued. But much your experience among the great un- power to prevent their downfall. ballet dancers and graphic artists over three years, most recently mation, please call Jackie Costello more importantly, perhaps you’re the washed: the ride in the SUV, wearing a Comical as it is, 7th Heaven has from nine different countries, with Maestra Ginger Haselden of at (908) 789-5819. Organizations sort who feels the humbling experi- sweatsuit outside of the gym, and those Daurio and Strickland performed Edison. She received support for wishing to book a performance may ence of an occasional outing among cheese-covered pretzels. Mmmm. a habit of keeping viewers on its toes, often on its knees in prayer, major works at a concert site ap- her expenses of living in Rome contact Amy Herrington at (908) the commoners will make you a better More important, think how valuable proximately 900 meters from the from local donors and the Alumni 317-5910. king or queen. In such case, venturing City by the Sea could be to your career, and is also a fine example of how especially if you’re a CEO in these Colosseum. Fund of the Rome Festival Or- Rehearsals are held every Wednes- out to witness the iconic mediocrity of a family doesn’t have to be perfect day at 7:30 p.m. at the Presbyterian City by the Sea should serve your pur- trying times. Precisely because it is so The young singers participated chestra, Ltd. pose. unmemorable, there is little chance its in order to find its silver lining. in the Young Artists in Rome Fes- Daurio continues to study voice Church in Westfield. Odds are, it’ll even give you a greater details will clutter your mind. The WB, whether it realizes it tival Program and performed in with Maestra Jeannette Maraffi of The group is under the direction of appreciation of those classics you’ve That’s certainly something to con- or not, thumbs its nose at “The Donizetti’s masterpiece opera, American Performance Studios in Jean Schork and accompanied by Mary Ellen Freda. confined yourself to over the years. sider if you think you’ll be answering Big Three” this season because L’Elisir d’amore and a recital. Mountainside. She received sup- Who knows? Maybe it’ll even be fun. allegations about stock manipulation there is no kowtowing to factors Regarding their performances, port for her expenses of living in But don’t forget: You’re doing it for the next morning. But wear the Brooks Maestro Fritz Maraffi, Musical Di- Rome from local individual and civilization. Bros. of fear, the awkward cohabita- rector of the Rome Festival Or- business donors, as well as the Hometown Authors Lest you are detected in your re- tion of strangers or the overdone chestra and Opera, stated, “The Young Artists’ Fund of the Or- search venture at the cineplex, do as the * * * * * angst of situation sitcoms. Now, Romans. Leave the Pierce Arrow home. City by the Sea, rated R, is a Warner singers from Westfield upheld the chestra. To Host Book Signing Drive up in an SUV — the bigger the Bros. release directed by Michael Caton- if only I can convince my doctor high standard of performing what Both Daurio and Strickland had WESTFIELD – Former better. It’s status. The SUV is to the Jones and stars Robert De Niro, Frances to forgo my copays, all will be Italian music lovers, tourists, and the opportunity to see the sights of Westfield residents Jessica and suburbs what the pit bull is to the ghetto. McDormand and James Franco. Running well with the world. critics have come to expect from Rome, while accompanied by vol- Lee Miller will be It says you mean business. And the time: 108 minutes. the Rome Festival.” unteers from the state. at the Town Book aggressive pose will put you in the Store in Westfield mood for the gunplay that’s about to be on Saturday, Sep- portrayed on the screen. tember 21, from 11 But make sure you’re comfortable. Kindermusik Registration Now Kent Place Teacher Pleasantly a.m. to 1 p.m. to To fit in with your newfound compatri- sign and discuss ots, a sweat suit and sneakers is the Underway at Calderone School copies of their new book, “A accepted uniform. Just to complete the Underway at Calderone School Puzzles Beholders at Gallery Woman’s Guide to Successful picture, fill one of those plastic trays SUMMIT — Through Friday, Oc- Negotiating: How to Convince, with a few jumbo boxes of popcorn, SPRINGFIELD – The Calderone environment is provided for both Collaborate and Create Your Way some 32-ounce Cokes, and a small tober 4, at the Kent Place Gallery in School of Music in East Hanover and children and parents. Summit, artist Ken Weathersby will to Agreement.” mountain of those pretzels drenched in Springfield is currently accepting reg- The Calderone School of Music is Cheez-Wiz. exhibit a selection of visually opu- Signed and reserved copies of istration for the next semester of a professional music school, offer- lent recent paintings on panel and the Millers’ book are available to Now, here’s the coup de grace. Don’t Kindermusik. ing private lessons on every instru- rush in. Wait until the theater’s dark- canvas that explore aspects of the those who cannot attend the book Two-year-old children and their ment and Kindermusik. The school maze. signing. For more information, ened and the movie’s been on for about parents will interact with jingling is rated by Kindermusik Interna- five minutes. Then stumble to your Weathersby currently teaches Fine please call the Town Book Store seats. You are fashionably late, and no bells, pounding drums, floating tional as one of the top 100 Arts at Kent Place School. His recent at (908) 233-3535. one is the wiser. scarves, and “hooting owls,” while Kindermusik centers in the world exhibitions include a 20-year retro- Now that the atmosphere is set, wel- moving to the music. Three-year-old and teachers are certified music spective, Ken Weathersby 11 Samples come to Long Beach, N.Y., the town students will learn to sing in tune and educators with many years of teach- : 20 Year Sequence at Rutgers Heather Darrow Takes alluded to in the title. Heading from keep a beat, singing folk songs and ing experience, and they are also University’s John Cotton Dana Li- New York City to investigate a drug- playing rhythm instruments. Four- young child specialists. brary in Newark, The International Role in Sly Fox Production connected murder that may have a link to seven-year-olds will read pitches, Musicians with advanced degrees, Juried Show at New Jersey Center WESTFIELD – Westfield resi- to the shore community, detective and play bells and dulcimers. most of whom are college profes- for Visual Arts in Summit, and Emerg- dent Heather Darrow will portray A powerful learning experience sors, give private lessons on the in- Vincent LaMarca (Robert De Niro) ing New York Artists at Westfield the role of “Mrs. Truckle” in Sly tells his partner Reg (George Dzundza) for a child, Kindermusik enhances struments. State College in Massachusetts. He Fox, an ongoing production at Circle what a great place the burg was back in the total development of the pupil by For more information regarding holds an Master of Fine Arts Degree the day....when he used to live there. strengthening physical, emotional, either location, please call (973) 428- Players in Piscataway. Nostalgically, and not without a hint from Cranbrook Academy of Art in Previously, Heather played “Sis- social and cognitive skills at a very 0405 or visit www.att.net/home/ Detroit. of sadness, he informs that this is where early age. A warm, creative learning ~calderoneschoolofmusic. ter” in It Runs in the Family with the people bought their first home and had The black-and-white mazes, which Westfield Community Players. She their first child. “It was all so fresh,” he comprise the majority of recently moved to Westfield from noted. The camera despairingly shows Weathersby’s paintings in this show, “Maze 1,” Ken Weathersby, 13 x 20, the Boston area. how that’s all changed. Jen’s Trends: Beauty Products are meant to do several things at acrylic on panel, 1999. Heather holds a Bachelor of Arts once. At first glance, they are vi- Pulling no sociological punches, the CONTINUED FROM PAGE 22 Degree in Performing Arts from screen fills with sights of decay and brantly patterned fields, dazzling to An artists’ reception will be held ucts along with a dosage of psychol- that Westfield is the location of his tomorrow, Friday, September 20, Bradford College, where she was squalor. And an interesting thing hap- ogy. Origins and Philosophy make first store and that the second JetLife the eye, and harking back to Op Art pens. Actually, it’s a directorial trick. paintings of the 1960s. As abstract from 6 to 8 p.m. in the gallery. The seen in many roles, including great skin and haircare products. 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You will find Kent Place School, is open from 9 not the only ones that beauty is no longer skin deep meant to be stimulating and plea- On a full-time basis, Heather, who We’re told it’s loosely based on a surable, but are also about diffi- a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Fri- is pursuing a career in professional true story. So loose that it barely re- who get to indulge and that retailers are taking a closer day, or by appointment with Judy in such luxuries. look at indi- culty.” theater, film and television, works sembles the Esquire article by Mike “To me, this is like much of our Lapides, Director. in the marketing department of the McAlary. But that’s par for the course There are numer- PSYCOLOGYvidual experience today,” he stated. “We For more information, please call New York City Opera at Lincoln and has no bearing on how the film ous collections PLEASE…For a relaxing lifestyles. (908) 273-0900, extension no 332. plays. 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