Arts & Entertainment
Dickens' characters go musical in 'Oliver!' at Hale Centre Theatre
"Oliver!" is "radiant with hope, humanity, sacrifice, triumph and redemption," says Dave Tinney.
'Escape Fire' calls for drastic changes to U.S. health care
Cogent, convincing, determinedly non-ideological, "Escape Fire: The Fight to Rescue American Healthcare" tells us that everything we think we know about that incendiary topic might be wrong. And it... Read more »
The 'Bonanza' boys are on DVD with the fourth season of their venerable Western series
The fourth season of "Bonanza" and the second season of "Medical Center," two vintage TV series that fans have been clamoring for, lead these shows on DVD this week. Read more »
Photos: Oh say, can you sing? Utah Jazz hold national anthem tryouts
SALT LAKE CITY — Long before the NBA season tipoff, hopeful song stylists took to the EnergySolutions Arena floor Friday for auditions to sing the national anthem at Utah Jazz home games.... Read more »
'Frontman: The Alex Boye Story' is a message of true conversion
In this 84-minute DVD, viewers will go on a journey with Alex Boye as he tells of becoming a teen convert to the LDS Church, his rise to fame and his invitation to become a member of the Mormon... Read more »
Director Tim Burton revives 'Frankenweenie' to great effect
Even though dead, recently dug up from the pet cemetery, all patched together, little bolts protruding from his neck and just zapped by lightning, his first moments of reanimation find this little,... Read more »
'Taken 2' again features Liam Neeson battling bad guys
Moviegoers want to see the good guy take out the bad guy. And for whatever reason, it’s even more fun when Liam Neeson is that good guy. Read more »
'Frankenweenie': 3 points for parents
Taking the dog for a walk is really different when he loses parts along the way. Read more »
'The Perks of Being a Wallflower' a stirring film, but not for everyone
“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” delivers a moving story presented by an impressive young cast, though it can’t be stated enough that this is a heavy film that's not for everyone. Read more »
'The Perks of Being a Wallflower': 4 points for parents
Parents will want to see this film before allowing their teenagers to see it. Read more »
Estimated 67 million viewers watched first presidential debate between President Obama, Mitt Romney
The Nielsen ratings company says an estimated 67.2 million people watched the first debate between President Barack Obama and challenger Mitt Romney, the largest TV audience for a presidential... Read more »
New films speak for the 'Innocents,' victims of human trafficking
The new movie "Trade of Innocents" combines the dramatic devices of feature-length filmmaking with the stark reality of human trafficking. Read more »
Quarterly movie review: A look back at the past 3 months of 2012
A look back on the all the ups and downs of the past three months in movies. Read more »
Chris Hicks: Commenters get snarky but emailers get answers
Where's the PG-13 version of "The King's Speech" and what happened to that Blu-ray Hitchcock collection? Read more »
'Baby Jane,' 'Dead Ringer' and 'Little Shop' lead these Blu-ray upgrades released for Halloween
Halloween DVDs have been trickling into stores since the beginning of September, so here's a batch in stores now, led by a pair of Bette Davis thrillers and "Little Shop of Horrors" with its... Read more »
Utahn is third person voted off 'Survivor: Philippines'
Utahn Angie Layton was the third person voted out of "Survivor: Philippines" on Day 8 of the 39-day contest. Read more »
Saint Mark's Cathedral hosts exhibition of illuminated, hand-written Bible
As admirers turn the pages, it may seem as if they're stepping back into the Middle Ages. Smithsonian magazine has called it "one of the extraordinary undertakings of our time." The Saint John's... Read more »
Hollywood Reporter: Ann Romney to fill in for Robin Roberts on 'Good Morning America'
Our take: According to an exclusive report from The Hollywood Reporter, Ann Romney, wife of Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney, will be filling in for Robin Roberts on Good Morning... Read more »
YouTube star Lindsey Stirling to perform in Salt Lake City on Oct. 11
Lindsey Stirling will be performing her dub-step musical style on the violin combined with animated contemporary dance at In The Venue on Oct. 11 at 7 p.m. as part of her United States tour. Read more »
A new 'Revolution' from sci-fi mogul J.J. Abrams
"There is an inherent evil to the wondrous technology that we embrace blindly," says J.J. Abrams. Read more »
Tim Burton's 'Dark Shadows' leads these movies that are new to DVD
Michelle Pfeiffer turns up in both "Dark Shadows" and "People Like Us," which lead these movies that have arrived on DVD this week. Read more »
President Matthew S. Holland to celebrate America's heritage with UVU symphony
Utah Valley University President Matthew S. Holland will be performing with the UVU Symphony Orchestra on Oct. 4, 7:30 p.m., in the Sorensen Student Center's Ragan Theater. Read more »
Theatrical re-release of film classics can be a win-win
The recent trend of re-releasing older movies on the big screen may be a creative low for Hollywood, but audiences are benefiting just as much as studios. Read more »
New parents need to make a circumcision decision
Q: I just found out we're having a boy! Now we're debating whether to have him circumcised. What do you think is best? Read more »
Cook it light: This light muffin may even taste better
Dear Jeanne: I traditionally make these muffins every fall, and when my family smells them baking, they think "holidays." Can you reduce the fat, so I don't feel so guilty about making them? Thanks! Read more »
Make easy, delicious pasta sauce using chevre
There is a super-easy pasta sauce that I've missed creating until now. I'm talking about using chevre (or goat cheese) as the creamy binder for simple pasta dishes. Read more »
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Photos: Oh say, can you sing? Utah Jazz hold national anthem tryouts
SALT LAKE CITY — Long before the NBA season tipoff, hopeful song stylists took to the EnergySolutions Arena floor Friday for auditions to sing the national anthem at Utah Jazz home games.... Read more »
'Frontman: The Alex Boye Story' is a message of true conversion
In this 84-minute DVD, viewers will go on a journey with Alex Boye as he tells of becoming a teen convert to the LDS Church, his rise to fame and his invitation to become a member of the Mormon... Read more »
New films speak for the 'Innocents,' victims of human trafficking
The new movie "Trade of Innocents" combines the dramatic devices of feature-length filmmaking with the stark reality of human trafficking. Read more »
Deseret Book's 'Ladies' Night' events for Oct. 6
If you're looking for a fun venue to spend two hours while the men are attending the priesthood session of General Conference, look no further than Deseret Book's "Ladies' Night." Read more »
Utahn is third person voted off 'Survivor: Philippines'
Utahn Angie Layton was the third person voted out of "Survivor: Philippines" on Day 8 of the 39-day contest. Read more »
Quarterly movie review: A look back at the past 3 months of 2012
A look back on the all the ups and downs of the past three months in movies. Read more »
'Taken 2' again features Liam Neeson battling bad guys
Moviegoers want to see the good guy take out the bad guy. And for whatever reason, it’s even more fun when Liam Neeson is that good guy. Read more »
Bloggers make sweet solutions out of cooking conundrums
Each of these cookbook authors has a family of their own and has found solutions for common cooking conundrums. Read more »
Saint Mark's Cathedral hosts exhibition of illuminated, hand-written Bible
As admirers turn the pages, it may seem as if they're stepping back into the Middle Ages. Smithsonian magazine has called it "one of the extraordinary undertakings of our time." The Saint John's... Read more »
The fight against childhood obesity starts at home
The fight against childhood obesity starts at home. The fight against childhood obesity starts at home. Read more »
YouTube star Lindsey Stirling to perform in Salt Lake City on Oct. 11
Lindsey Stirling will be performing her dub-step musical style on the violin combined with animated contemporary dance at In The Venue on Oct. 11 at 7 p.m. as part of her United States tour. Read more »
Tim Burton's 'Dark Shadows' leads these movies that are new to DVD
Michelle Pfeiffer turns up in both "Dark Shadows" and "People Like Us," which lead these movies that have arrived on DVD this week. Read more »
Chris Hicks: Commenters get snarky but emailers get answers
Where's the PG-13 version of "The King's Speech" and what happened to that Blu-ray Hitchcock collection? Read more »
Director Tim Burton revives 'Frankenweenie' to great effect
Even though dead, recently dug up from the pet cemetery, all patched together, little bolts protruding from his neck and just zapped by lightning, his first moments of reanimation find this little,... Read more »
The 'Bonanza' boys are on DVD with the fourth season of their venerable Western series
The fourth season of "Bonanza" and the second season of "Medical Center," two vintage TV series that fans have been clamoring for, lead these shows on DVD this week. Read more »
Granite High campus to become film studio
South Salt Lake city officials announced Tuesday that the former Granite High School campus will be developed into a motion picture and television production facility. Read more »
How two new PG movies just made history for very different reasons
“Won’t Back Down” stumbled to a historically low opening, while “Hotel Transylvania” set a new record for September ticket sales. Read more »
Cook it light: This light muffin may even taste better
Dear Jeanne: I traditionally make these muffins every fall, and when my family smells them baking, they think "holidays." Can you reduce the fat, so I don't feel so guilty about making them? Thanks! Read more »
Theatrical re-release of film classics can be a win-win
The recent trend of re-releasing older movies on the big screen may be a creative low for Hollywood, but audiences are benefiting just as much as studios. Read more »
'The Perks of Being a Wallflower' a stirring film, but not for everyone
“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” delivers a moving story presented by an impressive young cast, though it can’t be stated enough that this is a heavy film that's not for everyone. Read more »
Comic legend Stan Lee OK after 'serious circumstance'
After canceling a number of public appearances, Spider-Man co-creator Stan Lee responds to rumors of health problems. Read more »
Bullying heavy in child television, researchers warn
Children are being exposed to increasing amounts of social bullying and aggression at impressionable ages, according to a study published Thursday in the Journal of Communication. Read more »
A new 'Revolution' from sci-fi mogul J.J. Abrams
"There is an inherent evil to the wondrous technology that we embrace blindly," says J.J. Abrams. Read more »
'Baby Jane,' 'Dead Ringer' and 'Little Shop' lead these Blu-ray upgrades released for Halloween
Halloween DVDs have been trickling into stores since the beginning of September, so here's a batch in stores now, led by a pair of Bette Davis thrillers and "Little Shop of Horrors" with its... Read more »
Make easy, delicious pasta sauce using chevre
There is a super-easy pasta sauce that I've missed creating until now. I'm talking about using chevre (or goat cheese) as the creamy binder for simple pasta dishes. Read more »
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