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The Marvel Universe Explodes in Avengers: Infinity War A Review by Paul Arlon I was among the privileged the Scarlet Witch Black disparate. vel effort being released this Aveng- Widow, Captain America, light-hearted take on even There’s the rub…Marvel has weekend—Avengers: Infin- ers: Infinity War. There was Spider-Man, Black, the Panther, creatorthe most Stan threatening Lee, included situa a- made movies out of comic ity War. Here we have all of littleaudience advance to first detail see about White Wolf tion. Lee imbued every one the aforementioned Marvel - of his comic book characters childish imagination and biggies facing the most dan- er than it had the entire Mar- Last year’s , DC etc. comic Yowser! book with a bit of wit and this has books,amusement and keptin their the joyprod of- gerous threat yet to all life what the film contained, oth- Quiteextravaganza the assemblage! featuring the carried on through the mov- in the universe – the enor- deed it does. Justice League (Batman, Su- made movies that tried to be mous bodied purple-skinned velHot Universe on the heels in play. of And,the stu in- perman, Wonder Woman, uct.dramatic DC, went and alladult-oriented. serious, and Titan warlord Thanos (Josh pendously successful block- Aquaman, the Flash ies. In effect, comic (book)- Wonder Brolin). He's intent upon buster Black Panther, every Cyborg relief, and usually clever. - Woman - capturing the essence of all Marvel superhero from the team-up movie that ,threw and When DC, in their esti And, other than existence which is encapsu- last iteration of their Uni- every ),important was another character such mable miscalculation, re to compete., their When big screenthey have ef lated in six so-named Infin- verse – other than the Fan- in their respective Universe viveddeath-culture the Batman impresario character, fortsto rely just on don’t the havecurrent the legsBat ity Stones tastic Four, the X-Men at the wall. first under the helm of goth- Man with a single source of life the Netflix Hell’s Kitchen The big difference between ther blackened their sto- in snippets the only droll hu- itself —Time,, each Space, one instilled Power, Defender series shows , up and – these two comic book pano- Timryline Burton, with Frank and then Miller’s fur mor ,in Ben a two Affleck, and a tohalf deliver hour Mind, Soul and Reality. Suf- Thor Guardians of the plies is simply this – the humorless Dark Knight Galaxy, Dr. Strange, Iron Man, franchise is in trouble. not mentioned in the Bible… Bruce, the Banner/Hulk, Vision, written by its venerable couldn’t have become more, the movie, I would suggest their- fice it to Continuedsay that this on Pagestuff 2is Marvel Universe as first two comic book Universes, Now, onto the massive Mar 2 DOWNTOWN MONITOR Thursday, April 26, 2018 CINEMA CULTURE Continued from Page 1 A Community Designed for Adults 55 & Better

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If Thanos can first find, then place, each of the six Infinity Stones in the special gauntlet 8330 On the River whichThanos he believes wears onthat his the hand only (see way above), to maintain he can life control in the theuniverse entirety is to of eliminate existing lifehalf in of the all 8330 East Jefferson Ave. • (313) 331-7780 universe. His plan? Apparently an intergalactic advocate of Malthusian population theory, Senior Living - living beings. So, there you go, if Thanos gets all six stones, he will kill uncountable beings. Two of the Stones are on earth, one, Time, in the hands of Dr. Strange (Benedict Cum berbatch), and another, Mind, stuck in the forehead of Vision (Paul Bettany). The other Stonesencounters have the been previously secreted mentionedaway, and Thanosgathered and Marvel his massive forces. armiesAll out havewar ensues. waged warExpect on whateverplenty of loud planets explosions hold them, and until impressive he is finally CGI scenes. down toThis just movie the two is everything on earth. And, that here, Marvel he

- has to show for itself, and then some. Directed by the Russo brothers, Joe and Anthony, with a screenplay written by Chris topher Markus and Stephen McFeely. Besides those already named, this vast cinematic endeavor stars Chris Evans (Captain America), Elizabeth Olsen (Scarlet Witch), Scarlett- Johansson (Black Widow), Mark Ruffalo (Bruce Banner), Tom Holland (Spider-Man), Chris Hemsworth (Thor), Sebastian Stan (White Wolf), Robert Downey, Jr. (Iron Man), Zoe Sal- dana (Gamora), Chris Pratt (Star-Lord), Chadwick Boseman (Black Panther), Vin Diesel (voice of Groot), Bradley Cooper (voice of Rocket), Anthony Mackie (Falcon), Peter Din- klage as a giant dwarf, and literally hundreds, if not thousands of others, if you count CGI. itsIt’s collective impressive head. movie-making. It's anything But, but it’sa stand-alone a very, very movie. complicated story and it takes rapt at Featuring 1 & 2 Bedroom tention to follow it through to its intense DOfinish NOT that leave will your likely seat leave as the the audience credits areshaking roll- ing. There’s always a Stinger (additional scenes) to entice you to stay tuned for the next Apartment Homes 62 & older As with every previous Marvel movie, Infinity War. War  • Riverfront Picnic Area • Onsite Beauty Salon installment. And, rest assured that the title of this film is spot-on accurate. • Community Rooms & Activities Essentially, that means that the started in this movie, doesn't end here. • Evening Courtesy Attendant • 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance • Meal Program • Computer lab • Spectacular Views • Heat and Water Included

Make the Right Move, enjoy Senior Living at its best on the . Touring by Appointment Only Thursday, April 26, 2018 DOWNTOWN MONITOR 3 SPECIAL EVENTS Tour French History in Detroit and GP Wayne State to Host Education Job Fair

long French History Tour of Detroit and . The Alliance Francaise de Grosse Pointe is offering a special day-

This all-day excursion leaves Grosse Pointe United Methodist- Church (211 Moross, in Grosse Pte. Ste.Farms) Anne at de 9 Detroit a.m. on Saturday, MayDetroit 5 and Public will Library’s include stopsMain atBranch the secondDetroit oldest, Historical continually-oper Museum ating Catholic church in the country, (pictured), Travel will be via motor coach with, thea stop for lunch at the all new The Wayne State University College of Education will host its An- andLe Petit other Zinc historical in Detroit’s markers Midtown along area. the way,The tournoting will French be lead events. by lo- nual Education Job Fair Wayne State students and alumni who are seeking employment own. Space is limited. from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, May 4. - cal historian Stewart McMillin. The cost is $45, with lunch on your- grossepointe.org/calendar. inattend. the educational field, or are interested in enhancing their com For tickets and more information, call (313) 922-1990 or visit af munication,The event is interviewing open to students and networking and graduates skills from are education encouraged pro to- Mozart’s Requiem at Fort Street Church education professionals and others interested in pursuing careers gramsin education. at colleges and universities throughout the state, current -

The job fair will be held in the ballroom of the Wayne State Stu dent Recruiters Center, locatedwill interview at 5221 Gullencandidates Mall infor Detroit a variety (between of positions: Third and Cass, just north of W. Warren), on the campus of Wayne State. - teachers, administrators, counselors, school psychologists, school- socialpected workers, to attend. special education teachers, library-media special ists, speech pathologists and others. About 60 employers are ex baton of Dr. Arianne Abela will present Mozart’s Requiem on bringThe job multiple fair is freecopies for of participants their resume who and register cover letter. online They before should May The Fort Street Chorale and Chamber Orchestra under the (pictured). 2.also On-site dress registration in professional is $10 attire. (cash or check only). Attendees should Sunday, May 6 at 3 p.m. in Fort Street Presbyterian Church - Tickets are $25 for general admission, with group rates for 10 tureRegistered 5 is recommended. individuals can use the Career Fair Plus app to access or more, student rates and patron seating are also available. informationThe cost is about$7.75 (creditthe job cardfair prior needed to thefor event.entry Parkingand exit). in For Struc in- For more info call (313) 961-4533 or see fortstreet.org. Fort Street Presbyterian Church is located at 631 W. Fort Street (corner of Fort and Third), in Downtown Detroit. formation or to register for the job fair, see coe.wayne.edu/jobfair. 4 DOWNTOWN MONITOR Thursday, April 26, 2018 SYMPHONIC NEWS Ruth's Music Notes Ruth Crystal-Zaromp

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1540 WASHINGTON BLVD. It was a weekend of mu- - ries Chamber Music at the Near Grand Circus Park - . People Mover ductor, University of Mich- The Eason Trio's program sicTaylor and dance dancing, company. a reward The iganlo. The Choral program Union includes chorus, will feature a variety of ingtechniques evening were with excellent. the Paul andFrench Nicolas pieces: Altstaedt, Le Chas cel- seur Maudit (The Accursed works written during the Huntsman) by Franck will classical music, especially- This coming Saturday, be performed together AprilChildren’s 28 at Chorus 2:30 p.m.,will per the- Tout early 20th Century and be Michiganform Gilbert Opera and Sullivan's Theatre un monde lointain (A whole yond.preferred Tickets: seats. $50, general H.M.S. Pinafore. withdistant the World) UMS choir,by Dutil - admission;Ticket holders $60, reservedreceive The opera The Summer leux will be performed concert address via email King by Daniel Sonenberg with cello soloist Nicolas the week of the event. DR. JAMES SCHELBERG (313) 962-4555 program includes Debussy PODIATRIST • FOOT SPECIALIST will be showing May 12-20. Altstaedt.nocturnes Inand addition, Ravel’s theLa concertseries@palmerFor more information,- ForEmanuel more information,Ax in Ann seeAr- Valse. The rarely heard callwoods.org. (313) 891-2514 or see MichiganOpera.org.bor was exceptional. His tone poem by Cesar Franck Bach playing style was to is based on a German in Ann Arbor has several the point in clarity. The poem. The work by Henri classicalKerr y town music Concer tevents House FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION Waldstein sonata was ex- tremely impressive. The for solo cello and orches- AND EXAMINATION Liszt came through with Dutilleux (1916-2013) is coming. On Friday, May 4 - at 8 p.m., Stephen Shipps, - spring was also occurring tra,tislav written Rostropovich. between 1967- See violin, Liz Ames, piano, quiem soloists include springoutside delicacy.at the same For once,time. 1970 and dedicated to Ms willwe will be be performing. introduced Onto phone,bassoon. Danny For more Mui, infor bass- Church, 631 W. Fort. Re This was the last UMS Clas- Saturday,the Akropolis May Reed5 at 8 Quin p.m.,- clarinet, and Joseph Swift,- DSO.org for more details. ConcertHouse.org. Caitlyn Lynch, soprano; there are a lot of exciting WoodsThis coming series Sunday, will present April mation, check Kerrytown Dorothy Duensing, mezzo sicalevents event to look this season,forward but to 29,a program at 7 p.m. with the the Palmer Eason tet: Tim Gocklin, oboe, the Music at Fort Street soprano;baritone. Tickets Dorian are Dillard, $25 Trio (pictured). These in- Kari Landry, clarinet, Matt concertOn Sunday, series May continues. 6, 3 p.m., tenor; and Jonathan Lasch, - Landry, saxophone, Ryan- The Fort Street Chorale and can be purchased at during the 2018-19 season. Reynolds,inet. bassoon, and ($20www.fortstreet.org each for group ofor 10)by Toat the begin Hill with,Auditorium The Phila this clude Patricia Terry-Ross, AndrewThey will Koeppe, be followed bass clar on will present Mozart’s mas- delphiacoming September Orchestra 27. will For be harp,These are Velda members Kelly, of violin the andterful ChamberRequiem under Orchestra the and Nadine DeLeury, cello. - baton of renowned Inter- calling (313) 961-4533. - Sunday, May 6 at 8 p.m. by im Conductor Dr. Arianne Patron seating also is information,presenting thesee UMS.org.following Opera Theatre the Vanguard Reed Quin- available. Fort Street Pres The DSO this weekend is- Orchestra.here for their DeLeury creative andse- tet: Sagar Anupindi, oboe,- byterianhandicap-accessibl Church, e. at the Kelly are also recognized Mickayla Chapman, clari Abela, at Detroit’s historic corner of Fort and Third, is artists: Fabien Gabel, con net, Sean Meyers, saxo Fort Street Presbyterian Thursday, April 26, 2018 DOWNTOWN MONITOR 5 Canton’s 8th Annual Acts of Culture Week

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the 3rd National Independent Bookstore Day Book Beat, Oak Park's nationally known independent bookstore will celebrate on Saturday, April 28. - ableA number only on of that local day—including authors will apresent limited theiredition latest free-with-purchase books along with Read, signings, Think, &there Create will Tik-Tok be an authorof Oz book recommended bag to carry shelf, anything and special purchased book-related or received items during avail the day. Following is the schedule of Indie authors and presentations during the day: 11 a.m. -12 p.m. Kathryn Madeline Allen, author of A Kiss Means I Love You, This Book and others. Jean Alicia Elster, author of Who is Jim Hines? and The Colored Car. 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. Michael Zadoorian Second Hand and the The Leisure Seeker - (pictured), author of Jazz star Alexander ZonjicThe Voice and Friends along with guests- Beautiful Music. , Alex Bugnon, Grammy nominated jazz piano great and Ja will3 p.m. be – signing 5 p.m . his newly released book, vierMichigan Colon, Foundation. winner of The intimate, will night perform of great live music at Music will Karen Dybis, author of Better Made in town Detroit to benefit the work of the Children’s Hospital of Michigan The Witch of Delray in Hockeytown Café. Se- take place on Saturday, April 28 inside City Theatre located- cret Detroit., and , will be signing her latest just-releasedNancy J. book,Rodwan artisticFlutist directorZonjic is aof jazz numerous favorite festivalsknown across throughout North AmerMichi- will be signing her recently published de- icagan for and his Canada cool jazz including grooves the and Jazz exciting on the Rivershows Festival and is and the butArtist art-book and filmmaker Purged: The Art of Metamor- phosis. Shoreline Jazz. 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Famed Cass Corridor artist Nancy Mitch- nick thePianist world-famous Alex Bugnon Jazz is Festival. a renowned Singer musician-composer- Javier Colon is the retrospective monograph Uncalibrated. bandleaderpopular winner and ofhails the from inaugural Montreaux, season Switzerland, of The Voice. site of (pictured), will be signing her first Michael Hodges will be signing “We are delighted to celebrate the essential work of the Michigan’s Historic Railroad Stations, and his newly released book Building the Children’s Hospital of Michigan Foundation with this Author and arts reviewer ofModern the Detroit World: News, Albert Kahn in Detroit. unique night in the heart of Detroit. This promises to be a This year the Book Beat will have guest authors and one of a kind concert in a new and special place in our city and because our work is all about serving the children of be displayed on their author recommended book - artistsshelf. Independent share some Bookstore of their favorite Day is books,a one-day which nation will- al party that takes place at Indie bookstores across the country on the last Saturday in April. Every store DetroitChildren’s and Hospital Michigan, of Michigan there couldn’t Foundation. be a better celebra - tion,” said Lawrence G. Burns, President and CEO of the - issee unique thebookbeat.com. and independent, and every party is dif sideGeneral the Cityadmission Theatre tickets and Hockeytown are $40. For Cafétickets is locatedand more at ferent. For more information, call (248) 968-1190 or information, call (419) 280-1073. Musictown Detroit in Downtown Detroit. Book Beat is located at 26010 Greenfield Ave., in the 2301 Woodward, across the street from Comerica Park, in Lincoln Center, just north of I-696, in Oak Park. Thursday, April 26, 2018 DOWNTOWN MONITOR 9

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World's Oldest, Largest Art Glass Show in Royal Oak The Flint Institute of Arts will also unveil its massive installation entitled Pas- sage

art for, the installation one million at thedollar FIA. boat (a 3 meter long boat of solid glass), by famed SwedishAnother glass highlight artist of Bertil this year’s Vallien. art Habatat glass weekend recently isacquired a tour of this the famed recently work com of- pleted Davidson-Gerson Gallery of Glass featuring the collection of Bruce and Ann - Bachmanntory of the atStudio The HenryGlass Movement. Ford Museum and Greenfield Village in Dearborn. Numbering around 270 pieces, the Bachmann Collection is an encyclopedic his also present a demonstration by a Habatat Every significant artist during artist the isvisit. represented by at least one work, many by several examples. Glass Hot Shop will Glasstopia, the 46th Annual International Glass Invitational's Grand Opening takes place 8 p.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday, April 28. It's free and open to the public. The Exhibition continues, free and open to the public, Tuesday - Saturday, 11 a.m. Glasstopia to 5 p.m. and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. until June 22. For information call (248) 554-0590 or go to habatat.com. Habatat Gallery is , the largest and oldest annual studio glass exhibition in the world located at 4400 Fernlee Ave., in Royal Oak. takes place at the Habatat Galleries in Royak Oak, presenting over 400 works of contemporary art glass by more than 100 artists from 26 different countries. Over 50 artists will be present at this year’s free grand opening, on Saturday, April 28, at 8 p.m. includingThe annual museum exhibition, curators which and many collectors. consider to be the world's centerpiece show of contemporary art glass,Glasstopia attracts artists and enthusiasts from across the globe, of the recently expanded Contemporary Craft Wing of The Flint Institute of Arts In conjunction with , Habatat will offer weekend participants a tour- Perspective, including a 17 foot sculpturewhich has byjust the finished artist. an 8,500 sq. foot gallery expansion. It features an exhibi tion of renowned glass artist Peter Bremers titled DETROIT TOWERS OPEN HOUSE,Featured SUNDAY, in Michigan HouseAPRIL Envy 29, 1-4 p.m. LUXURY WATERFRONT CONDOS #12A – 3 Bedroom 3 Bath Completely Renovated, professional kitchen and zoned air conditioning 2800 sqft. $610,000.00 8162 E JEFFERSON AVE DETROIT, Ml 48214 # 1 5 B – 2Featuring bedroom 2 Bath Beau tUnitifully Res t12A,ored, chef ’s$610,000 kitchen and marble floors 2400 sOtherqft. $34 Featured9,000.00 Units: 2B, $250,000 & 17A, $400,000 Offered by Donna Stoner Bolton-Johnson Associates