Chop Shop dance festival celebrates 5th year

Eva Stone, founder of Chop Shop.  - Chad Coleman, THE BELLEVUE REPORTER
Chad Coleman, THE BELLEVUE REPORTER
Eva Stone, founder of Chop Shop.
A lot can change in five years. For Eva Stone, producer of the Bellevue-based dance festival, Chop Shop: Bodies of Work, that couldn't be more true.

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updated 5:03 PM February 6, 2012 0

It’s an American Whirl

Loud & About Column by Heija Nunn My daughter “Sistafoo” is not a good girl, not in the classic sense of the word. Her greatest girly-girl deficit has been her failure to adopt all things Mattel –  including that busty icon Barbie. Instead, Sistafoo prefers the recycle bin, an obsession with a game called Minecraft, the boob...

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Blogs 2:25 PM February 10, 2012 The Scene, a Staff Blog

Crack some bubbly, no matter the season

By Nat Levy Just because it’s not New Year’s Eve doesn’t mean the season of celebration has ended. Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and we’re not too far away from the Mom/Dad/Grad triumvirate that kicks off many a summer party. This specialized wine uses only three grapes in its production – Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and...

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Blogs 2:22 PM February 10, 2012 The Scene, a Staff Blog

Made with amoré | Local shop makes buying chocolate personal again

Story and Photos by Celeste Gracey The man stepped into the little chocolate shop with a greater interest in addressing the shopkeeper than sorting through which of the 40 bonbon flavors to take home. The tradition has been a bright spot in his recent weeks, which have been spent working through his mother’s death. Brenda Archuletta, owner...

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Blogs 11:55 AM February 6, 2012 The Scene, a Staff Blog

Music in February

The Fray is coming to Paramount Theatre Bake’s Place 4135 Providence Point Dr. S.E., Issaquah, 425-391-3335 2-03: Butch Harrison & Good Company More: www.bakesplace.org Benaroya Hall 200 University Street, Seattle, 206-215-4800 2-02/05: Bond and Beyond – 50 Years 2-11: Andre Feriante – In the Theater of Love 2-18/19: Seattle Women’s Chorus – Shot Through the Heart 2-22/23: Itzhak Perlman with Seattle Symphony 2-24: Celebrate Asia More: www.seattlesymphony.org Dimitriou’s...

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Blogs 5:09 PM February 3, 2012 The Scene, a Staff Blog

Girl About Town | Generational gap makes 'The Odd Couple' a hit for some, dated for others

Let me get one thing straight – as a 20-something, I'm not sure I'm qualified to write a review of Village Theatre's newest play, "The Odd Couple."

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updated 2:05 PM February 3, 2012 0

The Weasel himself – Pauly Shore

By Gabrielle Nomura A career in entertainment was virtually pre-ordained for Pauly Montgomery Shore, also known by his alter-ego “The Weasel.” At age 4, he sat on the lap of Elvis himself; Shore’s father, comedian Sammy Shore, opened for Elvis during the early ’70s. Around the same time, Shore’s parents opened The Comedy Store on Hollywood’s...

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Blogs 12:28 PM February 3, 2012 The Scene, a Staff Blog

Editorial Note | Three cheers for real love

By Gabrielle Nomura Let me be clear, I’m not walking down the aisle anytime soon. My left hand is still bling-free, except for the occasional glittery nail polish. While I would love to go to Hawaii or Mexico ASAP, it certainly won’t be on a honeymoon. While The Boy and I will soon celebrate our fourth year...

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Blogs 5:48 PM February 2, 2012 The Scene, a Staff Blog

Improv king, Ryan Stiles, returns to Seattle area this weekend

The millennial generation grew up laughing at his improvised antics on the hit TV show "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" (1998-2006). Today, many of those "Whose Line" fans will have the opportunity to see Ryan Stiles live. This weekend, he's coming to his native Seattle for a show called "Whose Live Anyway?"

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3:54 PM January 31, 2012 0

Arts & Entertainment update

Teen docents complete training at BAM Twenty area high school students are now docents at Bellevue Arts Museum for the 2011-12 school year. Training includes learning about BAM's focus on art, craft and design, in addition to the specific exhibits, "What are the themes? Who are the artists? What materials and processes are used to convey meaning?" BAM's Teen Docent Program has become an outlet for more than 100 teens ages 14 - 18. Email info@bellevuearts.org for additional information.

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updated 4:06 PM January 30, 2012 0

Out and About in February

Wednesday, 2-1 to Sunday, 2-12 ‘Cavalia’ at Marymoor Park This show is a fresh mix of equestrian and performing arts, multimedia and special effects. Conceived by Normand Latourelle and often labelled an equestrian ballet, ‘Cavalia’ is a moving tribute to the relationship between men and horses throughout history. The animals express themselves, often completely free, in...

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Blogs 2:15 PM January 30, 2012 The Scene, a Staff Blog

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