A little farther down the line

by | Nov 12, 2009 | Ten Gallon Liberal

I've spent plenty of time chugging out that cool Johnny Cash train beat on the big red rockabilly guitar I souped up. And it's because, like many an American musician and non-musician alike, I've found Cash to be one of the ultimate purveyors of a wide...
The Capitol Steps

The Capitol Steps

by | Nov 12, 2009 | Stage

Putting the "mock" back in democracy, The Capitol Steps invade the Pioneer Valley with their new tour, "Obama Mia," featuring political satire that skewers both sides of the aisle. You'll be singing along to their spoofs of current news issues...

Stage Struck: Cliff Diving

by | Nov 12, 2009 | Stage

A sweet, pure voice floats over the auditorium of the Academy of Music. The song, from a musical of the '90s, fills the air of Northampton's venerable old palace and bounces off the empty seats.Yes, empty seats. There's only a handful of people in the...
A Dance of Tragedy

A Dance of Tragedy

by | Nov 12, 2009 | Stage

When the Khmer Rouge took control of Cambodia in the '70s, artists became targets. Many perished or fled the country in fear. Among those who fled were the creators of the Angkor Dance Troupe. In 1986, two dance teachers and a handful of dancers (who learned the...