[email protected] Technique Entertainment Editor: Jennifer Aldoretta 17 Friday, Assistant Entertainment Editor: April 16, 2010 Entertainment Zheng Zheng Photos by Jarred Skov/Student Publications CrashSTING Kings opened for JET at Tech’s annual Sting Break concert last Thursday, April 8. JET jammed with old favorites such as “Cold Hard Bitch“ and “Get Me Outta Here.” BREAK Tech welcomes Crash Kings and JET for nostalgic performances at annual concert CONCERT Crash Kings and headliner JET, one up- ist Tony, who provides their interesting during their high school days with cur- and-comer and one established band. sound. Tony, commenting on his own rent band member Cameron Muncey, Crash Kings Sting Break was held on April 8 at the music, said “I visualize a place where I guitarist and backup vocalist. JET Burger Bowl on Tech campus, the same feel complete peace—usually a place JET opened up their set with songs VENUE: Burger Bowl location as the homecoming concert the of natural beauty, immersed in nature. from their recently released album, previous fall. Songs like ‘Mountain Man’ and ‘Come “Shaka Rock,” which didn’t draw much GENRE: Alternative Rock he Burger Bowl wasn’t sporting a Away’ came out of me being out in na- excitement from the crowd. Although TRACK PICKS: “Mountain Men,” super-sized crowd, but rather a meager ture.” the band tried to provide an energetic “Are You Gonna Be My Girl” and half full venue. Many in attendance Many of the songs have not made it show, there was not much feedback “Cold Hard Bitch” were in fact outside the gates, with more onto mainstream radio or television yet coming from the audience. However, crowding on the hills then against the except for their irst single, “Mountain the emergence of “Are You Gonna Be DATE: April 8, 2010 stage. Men,” which they were able to inish My Girl” and “Cold Hard Bitch,” from OUR TAKE: ««««« Crash Kings is an American rock up their act with to provide a lasting their number one singles during the year band formed in Los Angeles, Cal. in memory of their performance. his song 2003, caused a burst in the crowd. 2006. It consists of two brothers, Tony was composed to resemble the intensity JET and Crash Kings gave nothing By Kelvin Kuo and Mike Beliveau, who are the key- of the slopes that Tony and Mike grew short of the expectations, with Crash Photography Editor boardist and bassist respectively. Jason up loving. Kings setting perfect stage for headliner Morris adds the beats to the music, in- JET provided a contrast in many dif- JET. Although the mood of the concert Every year, just after spring break ishing up this trio as the drummer. his ferent aspects. A band that was formed didn’t produce the rock vibe you would has passed, the Student Center Pro- unique trio adds a complex zest to the in Melbourne, Australia in 2003, Jet get elsewhere, the music was spot on. grams Council bring in a band for a rock genre with a tuneful, aggressive also consists of two brothers out of the Sting Break always brings in big names Sting Break concert. Last year featured and hard rock sound. four-member ensemble. Nic Cester, lead with great music. hese concert events bands such as OAR, Augustana and heir music stems from the intro- vocalist and guitarist, and Chris Cester, are a must see for any student around Parachute. his year brought in opener duction by keyboardist and lead vocal- drummer, began the formation of JET campus. 18 • April 16, 2010 • Technique ENTERTAINMENT DramaTech’s Producers excels in acting, production PERFORMANCE fun of just about everyone from Couple.” Leo ills the role of a blonde (Sally Ahlrich), a cross- the orchestra pit gets a line of their Jews to Adolf Hitler. compulsive neurotic while Max dressing director and his assistant own, and even the stage manag- The Producers On the other hand, for those plays the selish, slovenly man (Graham Sweeney and Daniel ers get dragged into a few of the VENUE: DramaTech Theatre who are familiar with the musi- of loose morals, resulting in an Wilson) and a pigeon-loving Nazi scenes, demonstrating that this cal, DramaTech’s latest incar- amusing conlict of personalities playwright (Greg Kinsey). hese production is truly a collaborative GENRE: Comedy, Musical nation feels fresh and new. he and ideals. certainly aren’t typical Rogers & efort. STARRINGS: John Tibbetts songs, dances and dialogue are All six leads were exceptionally Hammerstein stock characters. Speaking of the stage manag- and Michael Sullivan performed with vigor and creativ- well-cast for their roles, each one he remaining ensemble also ers, they deserve a special com- ity, demonstrating that the direc- delivering a diferent set of laugh- shines in this production, unwill- mendation for their hard work DATES: April 16-17, 24-25 tor didn’t simply watch the movie able, zany antics and hilarious ing to be overshadowed by the in this musical. At every scene OUR TAKE: ««««« and use it as her blueprint. moments. Besides the protago- stars. Each cast member has the change, they completely trans- Many of the characters, while nists, the neurotic accountant and chance to play many parts and form the set as entire walls are ro- maintaining their original spirit, the greedy producer, the show is take their turn in giving the audi- tated, removed and replaced. he By Daniel Fuller diverge from their movie equiva- rounded out by a dumb Swedish ence a good laugh. Furthermore, modular, constantly changing set Contributing Writer lents, delivering lines with new design is an impressive spectacle interpretation. Unfortunately, the to behold, one that really estab- A singing pretzel, a dance momentum of the musical slows lishes the scale and scope of the number with street-walkers and a down slightly during what should work that has gone into this musi- director in drag all serve to create be the show-stopping number, but cal. the fun, zany tone of DramaTech’s it quickly picks up again immedi- With unique, and sometimes latest musical. I have seen every ately afterwards and the remain- quite outlandish, costumes to ac- spring musical at DramaTech for der of the performance is infused company every new scene, Dra- the past four years and he Pro- with vitality. maTech achieves production val- ducers is certainly the best. Full of he music is strong from both ues that are even better than some slapstick antics, witty one-liners the ensemble and the live orches- professional productions of the and absurd musical numbers, the tra, accompanied by amusing same show. show keeps its energy until the i- choreography that is illed with ri- his show is worth breaking nal bow. DramaTech proves with diculous costumes and numerous your mold. Not only is it excellent this show that college productions visual gags. here are some points in its execution, it also purposely can be professional quality. when the cast struggles with the deies theatrical conventions in Originating from the creative enunciation of their lines, but ways that are hilarious and re- mind of Mel Brooks, he Produc- they make up for it with their en- freshingly diferent. Whether you ers follows the exploits of an ac- ergy and enthusiasm. are a music-lover, a comedy fan, countant and a washed-up Broad- he two leads (Leo and Max, or just someone looking for some way producer who set out to make played by John Tibbetts and good entertainment, you’ll ind millions on a scam that involves Michael Sullivan) are especially something worthwhile at he Pro- producing a “guaranteed lop.” good, resulting in many enter- ducers. Without spoiling the plot for taining scenes. hey carry the It will continue playing at Dra- those who are unfamiliar with the show not just with the quality of maTech for the next two weekends musical or the ilms, it is enough their singing but also with their on April 16, 17, 24 and 25. Don’t to say that nothing is sacred. Over quirky, bickering interactions that forget to look for the two cameos the course of the musical, it makes channel Neil Simon’s “he Odd Image courtesy of DramaTech of DramaTech’s signature toaster! ENTERTAINMENT Technique • April 16, 2010 • 19 Audiences revel in Date Night over and over again, even the same role as a buf security expert who FILM appetizers everytime. Spurred by constantly makes Phil question Date Night the breakup of their two friends in his own manliness by remaining a similar monotonous marriage, shirtless in every single scene. GENRE: Comedy the protagonists begin to question In the process of ighting of STARRING: Steve Carell and their own marriage and wonder if and eventually trapping the bad Tina Fey they have become excellent room- guys, Claire and Phil are suf- CITY SCENE mates instead of man and wife in iciently shaken out of their rut DIRECTOR: Shawn Levy love. enough to actually talk to each Photo by Chris Gooley/ Student Publications RATING: PG-13 In a moment of impulsive de- other about their marriage and the By Yameen Huq Staf Writer RELEASED: April 9, 2010 termination to shake themselves things that are bothering them. In out of their rut, they decide to this way they are able to open up OUR TAKE: ««««« take date night more seriously to each other and delve into what Blues in the ATL and actually put some efort into their underlying issues are, earn- it. Claire dresses up, and Phil de- ing a new respect and fascination hree diferent musicals are premiering in the coming By Patricia Uceda cides to take her to a fancy, ex- for each other, as well as re-ignit- weeks, each of them showcasing blues music and talking Contributing Writer pensive restaurant in the city for ing lost passion.