Coming from a musical background Terrence Mann most definitely lives up to his parents’ talent. He has formed a successful carreer around his talents. His career includes multiple appearances on Broadway, appearances in movies, and being a distinguished professor of musical theatre at Western Carolina. Today he passes on his passion for young people who hope to one day become as successful and well know as Terrence Mann. Born Terrence Vaughan Mann in Ashland, Kentucky on July 1st, 1951 he is the
Bob Fosse Robert Louis Fosse , also known as Robert Fosse and Bob Fosse, was born in Chicago Illinois June 23 , 1927 . He had many great professions such as directing , choreographing , acting , screenwriting , and most importantly dancing . Fosse was one of six children growing up from his father who came from a Norwegian background and his mother who was Irish. They were all surrounded by dance and theatre growing up. Fosse began studying dance at age eight when he would accompany his sister
Rent. To most people it is associated with an apartment, house, or another object. This word rarely conjures pleasant memories, but more often annoyance and stress. However, when someone mentions rent to me, my mind races to some of the most memorable experiences in my life. When I hear the word Rent, I immediately see an eclectic Broadway production, overflowing with talent, adventure, and magic. I picture scantly clad actresses, strutting across the stage. I envision stunning duets and
My most meaningful achievement was receiving a City Council Citation award on behalf of Laurie Cumbo and Robert E. Cornegy for my work with the Brooklyn Summer Shakespeare-ience. During that summer I worked with this program as a sound engineer where I created a soundtrack for the play A Midsummer Night's Dream and was also in charge of controlling the audio during various performances in Brooklyn. However, my greatest contribution was to their website, where I wrote blog posts about gentrification
with the dead, the dead ask him for blessings. Just who is this Tony? Tony is only a seven year boy who lives in small town of El Puerto. But he is no ordinary boy, he is the hero of Rudolfo Anaya’s Bless Me Ultima. The novel guides you through Tony’s life. From childhood to adulthood. It tells you about the experiences Tony has in life. The difficult tasks he has to overcome. Tony being only seven years old has to go through a lot. Tony begins his story in the beginning. He does not mean the beginning
Bless me Ultima: The Growing up of a Young Boy Throughout the book Bless me Ultima, Tony, the young main character in the story, lost his innocence when exposed to the harsh world since he learned what life is really like. Ultima is a good witch who tries to guide Tony by teaching him morals and lessons. Narsico is percieved as the town drunk, but is a good person. Tenorio is the demon in this story, as he wants to destroy Ultima. This book is about Tony's experience in adjusting to the
God and the Virgin Mary. He commutes with the dead; the dead asks him for blessings. Just who is this Tony person! You might not believe that this is only a seven year old kid, but he is the hero of Rudolfo Anaya's Bless Me, Ultima. Tony is valiant, and this courage sometimes reflects his curiously precocious nature. Precocious he is, he still is in constant mental ambivalence.When I say Tony is brave, I don't mean that he fights demons or kill dragons, but rather that he stands for what he believe
TLC Checkbook Final Draft Ordeal by Cheque: The life of Jr Tony turned the corner at a dangerous speed, trying to go even faster, but the sirens behind him did not get any softer. This was all the kid’s fault. That stupid kid. Tony sped up, dodging traffic as he had so many times before, except this time it was different. The kid. Tony thought back, remembering everything he could, all the way to the very beginning. Lawrence Exeter Junior had been born in the heat of the day on September
Scarface This film revolves around the world of an immigrant from Cuba by the name of Antonio “Tony” Montana. Along with his very close friend Manolo “Manny”, their goal is to live the American dream, which is to leave Cuba, relocate to America and become filthy rich. Tony’s mother and sister Gina are already in the States and currently residing in the state of Florida, where he plans to go and reunite with them. He eventually does and introduces Manny to the family. Right away Manny seems interested
Tony Hillerman's The Ghostaway In a country that is the melting pot for many cultures, it is hard to interact with all of them. Tony Hillerman educates readers about one culture, the Navajos, through his novel, The Ghostway. After a shooting occurs in the quiet Indian reservation, a Navajo police Jim Chee, officer overcomes many obstacles physically, mentally, and spiritually to sort the case out and protect a young girl. He is constantly struggling with his identity, whether or not he should
at the door asked if Gwen was home, "Are you Gwen's new boyfriend" Tim asked him. "Yes I am, my name is Tony" he replied. "Nice to meet you" Tim said. "No, Gwen is not here right now. I think she is still trying to get the job at that bar on 6th street" Tim replied. "Oh, well tell her that I came by and just to give me a call, OK?" Tony said. "One problem" Tim said. "Oh, and what's that?" Tony replied. "Didn't Gwen tell you?" Tim said "we don't have a phone, or a T.V or any other appliances, we are
Audra McDonald Audra McDonald, one of the most celebrated actresses of Broadway, as a five time Tony Award winner, Audra holds the title for the most Tony Awards won by any actress on Broadway, Angela Lansbury and Julie Harris also share this title. Audra is a Juilliard graduate, and easily one of the most talented women alive. Born in Berlin, Germany to Stanley and Anna Macdonald on July 3rd, 1970, She has one sister named Alison. Audra possessed the stage presence and energy needed for a Broadway
Often times, children’s literature addresses more than what originally meets the eye. E. B. White’s Charlotte’s Web is considered a classic in today’s era, though it presents controversial themes throughout the book, namely, Charlotte’s Web explores death and the circle of life. Charlotte’s Web challenges many common assumptions about children’s literature as many individuals would not explore such a weighty topic in a children’s book. It is quite apparent that White’s intended audience is for younger
Book Report The plot of Secrets of my Hollywood Life by Jen Calonita is intriguing because it shows the reader the inside world of the Hollywood life. It makes us understand what we do not see on screen and how the lives of famous people are not always as glamorous as we thought. This novel is based Kaitlin Burke, a seventeen-year-old Hollywood superstar who has been on the same soap opera, Family Affair for the past twelve years of her life. She never has time to rest with constant interviews, other
The Toughest Bar to Cross The protagonist of “Crossbar'; has had his life altered violently and is now trying to cope with the effects of this great change. Aaron Kornylo is a champion high jumper until a piece of farm machinery severs his right leg and changes his life forever Now Aaron lives in anger, bitterly denying the inevitable: he must learn to accept his loss. Until a farm accident changed his life forever, the young man of this story enjoyed the life of a world-class athlete. Before
The world is full of human beings living atop Mother Nature’s land that she has so kindly let people inhabit. In this world live many who think their lives are long and endless influencing them to take life for granted. Others, who are obligated to a restrained existence, either by their physical conditions or their mental state, have a gratitude for life influencing them to attempt to push past their confrontations and accomplish achievements. The individuals, who are able to reach their aspirations
‘Clan Of The Cave Bear’ By Jean Auel Jean Auel wrote the book by the name of the “Clan of the cave bear” and it has been hailed as one of the bets pieces of all times. It was so good that even a movie has been made on the story line and much of the success of the movie can be accredited to the success of the book itself. The story is basically about this woman and her struggles in life and it is very broad because the story develops over the years and it encompasses a number of other characters and
Fear in Tony Kushner's Angels In America Both parts of Tony Kushner's play Angels in America paint a painfully truthful picture of what gay men go through. In most cases, they suffer either inner anguish or public torment. Sometimes they must endure both. Being homosexual in America is a double-edged sword. If you publicly announce that you are gay, you suffer ridicule and are mocked by the ignorant of society; but if you keep your homosexuality a secret, you are condemned to personal turmoil
Unbroken Unbroken is a biography written by Laura Hillenbrand. It is about an Italian American, Louis Zamperini. The book details Zamperini’s life, from childhood, to his time as an Olympic runner and then his experience as a lieutenant in the American Air Force's 372nd Bombardment squadron and the 307th bombardment group. Zamperini became a prisoner of war (POW) in Japan after his plane suffered engine failure and crashed in the Pacific Ocean. While reading this book, there were plenty of times
Tony Hawk: Professional Skateboarder Tony Hawk was not an average kid; he was destined to be a skateboarder, little did he know he would change the lives of many. He is known for being one of the most incredible skateboarders of all time. He became a professional at a very young age. Hawk has been in many contests and has won almost all of them. When he retired, he created the Tony Hawk Foundation which helps to build skateparks in underprivileged areas to keep the legends of skateboarding