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A more user-friendly North Charleston Coliseum

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The much larger coliseums in Greenville, Charlotte and Atlanta simply aren’t as intimate. The downside to this is that Charleston, or more accurately North Charleston, doesn’t get the opportunity to see as many major acts.

This doesn’t seem to be true for many of the country stars, but for rock and pop, it generally is.

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But usually they just head right down to Jacksonville or elsewhere because Charleston is simply a smaller market than many of these cities. And not to mention, coming here is generally geographically inconvenient for most tour schedules.

One of my favorite things about the North Charleston Coliseum is that there really isn’t a bad seat in the house, with its comparatively smaller size generally reflecting the size of our market.

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another event area, smaller than the Performing Arts Center, thus making it possible to attract acts and events that require a smaller venue, compared to what’s currently available.

This is welcome news.

However, one bad aspect of living in this part of the state — and this goes not only for the North Charleston Coliseum but large-event venues such as the Gaillard Auditorium, Joe Riley stadium, The Music Farm, etc. — is that many of the major touring coliseum acts simply bypass the Lowcountry.

Acts such as AC/DC, Bon Jovi, Justin Bieber, Lady Gaga and others might come as close as Charlotte or Atlanta, or maybe even Greenville or Columbia, if we’re lucky.

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make it difficult for others to pass by when walking around the lobby area. With the upcoming “Montague Terrace,” the concessions area now will be located in a completely separate area on the Montague Avenue side of the Coliseum, making the venue more spacious for patrons and getting sodas and snacks less difficult.

Thumbs Up The Coliseum also will be The North Charleston Col- able to offer a larger variety iseum is getting some nifty of concessions and the forrenovations. The nearly two mer concessions areas will decade-old building is bebecome skyboxes to allow ing improved in many ways, even more seating. A big but perhaps one of the most thumbs up on making North significant changes is the Charleston’s premier arena concessions area. event venue even better.

As anyone knows who has attended a major event at Thumbs Down the Coliseum, the lines for Another part of the Colifood and drink sometimes seum upgrade will include

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like-minded fans to help me root for my team.

And with the number of transplants moving in, many bars cater to specific crowds.

King Street Grill probably is the most popular venue

BY KIM LITTLE Special to The Post and Courier and has numerous locations, so it’s easy to see why this s football season place leads the pack. What nears its close and with 33-plus plasma flat playoffs determine screen TVs, 99 different beer the sport’s biggest event, offerings and daily drink I need to make my Super specials, what could be Bowl plans! wrong? It offers a variety of No longer interested in egg rolls and sliders, plenty hosting a party, I thought of burger selections, five I’d find my own party in flavors of wings (a football and around Charleston. I’m staple!) and too many other looking for good food, a true tasty temptations from sports vibe and, of course, which to choose. For the plenty of drink specials to health-conscious fan, King help wash down any disapStreet Grill even has several pointment should my favor- salad choices. ite fail to clinch the title.

Can’t stand to miss a moI also would like to find ment in high def? Then

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try “Charleston’s Original Sports Bar,” aka, George’s Sports Bar & Grill on Savannah Highway, where they boast nine 50-inch HD plasma screens plus the giant 9-foot screen and eight other big screens. Overall, they have 18 satellites and 60 TVs. Football-must specials include 10 wings and a draft pitcher for $12, as well as substantial football fare such as jumbo buffalo wings with nine sauces, “Nachos Humungo,” fried pickle spears and big beef dogs.

Charleston Beer Works, located on King Street, has a commendable list of popular brews. If you’re unfortunate enough to be a Buffalo Bills fan — as I am — you’ll find many friends to commiserate with. No, their team won’t be in the Super Bowl

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If pizza is your game-day food of choice, Mellow Mushroom has the ticket.

The eclectic menu provides traditional and “foodie” pizzas along with calzones, hoagies and more than 600 beer selections across all locations, with each one offering different specialties. It’s not your traditional sports bar but a restaurant that caters to “feeding one’s soul,” perfect for the more cerebral sports fans.

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Arts roundup: Rick Rhodes, pottery, Halsey and Etsy

Ogburn at Rick Rhodes

Artist Tom Ogburn is moving on to Santa Fe, N.M., to start a new series of adventures there.

Rick Rhodes Photography and Imaging is featuring the last decade of Ogburn’s digital photographs in a show called “South by Southwest” from 6-9 this evening at 1842 Belgrade Ave. in West Ashley.

Ogburn has had numerous solo and group exhibitions in galleries and institutions nationally. He taught at the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County and in workshops and seminars in the Southeast and Southwest, was a visual arts and illustration faculty member at Trident Technical College 2003-10, and taught private classes in painting, drawing and collage 1998-present.

Most of the works being shown are landscape and sculptural shots of natural (and sometimes manmade) elements in everyday life.

Purposefully printed in a smaller 6-by-4 size, Ogburn wanted to contribute to a “Snake River Fence” by Tom Ogburn. sense of intimacy between the viewer and the subject. advanced, wheel throwing, strokes and impasto techAll prints will be for sale. sculpture, etc. To register, niques. These sculptural oil call 853-3345 or visit www. paintings are nothing short Get dirty with pottery cone10studios.com. of just juicy. I love the smell It’s time to kick in that of paint, and this makes me New Year’s resolution about Thick and juicy paint want to eat it, squeeze it or at doing more art. Try your the very least, touch it.

Vibrant colors and thick hand at a pottery class at Let the artist tell you about chunks of paint define the Cone 10 Studios. it herself Friday at the lecture new “Leslie Wayne: Recent The folks there are offerWork” exhibit opening Fri- at 4 p.m. in Room 309 of the ing a variety of classes that day at the Halsey Institute of Simons Center at the College all begin at the end of this of Charleston. There will be Contemporary Art. month and the beginning a reception immediately folWayne takes oil painting of next. All levels and styles to a new level by drastically lowing at from 5-7 p.m. at are available: beginner, magnifying typical painterly the Halsey Institute. The ex-

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Fashion is big in Charleston and we want to capture everyday locals who have great style. Be sure to look your best, because a Charleston Scene photographer might want to check you out.

Have your own photos? E-mail them to charlestonscene@gmail.com.

The photos below were taken by Glenda Canedo.

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Girl Talk: The mix tape king growing into larger venues such as the Gaillard Auditorium has required adapting.

Girl Talk will perform hat do Barry “The show has been steadiWhite, Electric Saturday at the Gaillard ly evolving over the years. A Light Orchestra Auditorium, 77 Callot of times it was just me, and Beck have in common? houn St. Tickets are $25 and I’d invite everyone to Not much until Gregg Gillis plus fees at ticketmasjump up. Sometimes half gets involved. ter.com. the audience would be on Some might call it sacstage. It was a total free-forrilege, but when the Pittsburgh-bred DJ who calls hear the keyboard solo, but all,” says Gillis.

At the Gaillard, his manhimself Girl Talk plays BoB’s I rarely think about what agers assure him there will “Haterz Everywhere” over it could be combined with. be a pit in front and plenty the iconic outro of Derek I just hear things I think of room to dance, and memand the Dominos’ “Layla,” could be isolated and used bers of the audience still will it’s hard not to “shake, in a different context.” be able to get on stage. shake” when you hear Gillis doesn’t decide he Girl Talk’s current tour Dominique Young Unique’s wants to mix Missy Elliott is his first public show in ode to booty-shakin’ dubbed and the Ramones; instead, Charleston. It also marks over Madness’ “Our House.” he collects samples, then his first tour with a big It’s overwhelming. manipulates the library of Girl Talk’s 2010 release, vocal and instrumental lines crew, lighting director and elaborate set. He’s recruited “All Day,” uses more than until everything clicks. friends to join him on tour, 300 samples and clips in an “I do have a running list; tasked with manning conhour-and-a-quarter nona text document of songs I fetti, balloons, leaf blowers stop dance session of Aha!-I- want to get to, and that list that shoot toilet paper and know-that-song moments. never fully gets depleted,” other props.

“It’s like putting together a says Gillis. bunch of puzzle pieces that Translating a combination Pop-electro group Penaren’t supposed to fit, but of other peoples’ music into guin Prison open the show.

Gillis says his performance you just massage them down a live show is something changes night to night with until they do,” says Gillis.

Gillis has learned on the “The process is intuitive. road. He always invites the the vibe of the venue and When I like a verse or hear a audience on stage to dance audience, but his core tracklist is well-rehearsed to sync song in the grocery store, I’ll throughout the show, but

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with the production.

“It’s a calculated mix of the old stuff and the new stuff.

I do reinterpretations of the album material,” says Gillis.

“The execution of the material is different every night because it would basically be impossible for me to replicate.”

Last year was big for Gillis, and he’s set his sights on growing further in 2011.

His hometown, Pittsburgh, declared Dec. 7, “Gregg Gillis Day,” and his album, “All Day,” was released (and is still available) as a free download at his illegal-art. net website in November.

For skeptics, try out the free download and see how much you can recognize.

It’s a treat recognizing clips such as the effects from Steve Miller’s “Jungle Love,” or distinguishing a random groan from George Clinton tossed into the mix. The intrigued can check their guesses at www.mashupbreakdown. com, an elaborate breakdown of the samples.

“I geek out hard on this,” says Gillis. “It’s a never-ending collage.”

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band will perform Friday at the Music Farm, 32 Ann St., with Ponderosa. Tickets are $18 in advance or $20 the day of the show and are available at the door or at www.etix.com. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Call 577-6989 or visit www.musicfarm.com.

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J.J. Grey and Mofro Friday at Music Farm

The Modern Skirts Friday at the Tin Roof With a sound so intertwined it’s hard to tell where the band’s influences — The Beatles, Beach Boys and so on — end and The Modern MELANIE MARTINEZ Skirts begin. One is enamJ.J. Grey brings his band to the Music Farm on Friday. ored with both nostalgia and uncertainty. gan to take shape. Upon tak- The sound from the Athers — Grey set out to begin ens quartet is cozily familiar writing his own stories and ing the name Mofro after a lumberyard Grey had previ- yet jolting and daunting making his own blues and ously worked at, the pair cut in its brave originality. But soul-inspired rock. its first demo, and the rest is overall, The Modern Skirts When he met guitarist creates catchy and moving Daryl Hance while working a thing of the past.

J.J. Grey & Mofro released pop songs for those yearnat an air-conditioning coming to hear the soundtrack pany in the early ’90s, Grey’s a fifth album “Georgia Warhorse” last year. The to their past as well as those longtime dream finally be-

Snake Oil Medicine Show Saturday at Pour House The Snake Oil Medicine Show is a band that only Asheville could produce.

One that, like the city itself, sees the melding of the mountains and bohemians in one place.

That is to say that the Snake Oil Medicine Show takes cues from the echoes of the landscapes that surround it and the free-spirited residents that fill Ashe-

ville’s city streets and shops today. The sounds of bluegrass and jazz interweave with broader influences like reggae and East European folk music make up the bulk of the eclectic group’s varied sound.

Also part of the show, however, is the group’s use of an on-stage painter that paints as the band performs.

The stage is also turned into somewhat of an art gallery with paintings and other works of art displayed on stage as the band rips through its notoriously passionate live set.

The Snake Oil Medicine Show will perform Saturday at the Pour House, 1977 Maybank Highway, with the David Mayfield Parade.

Tickets are $10 and are available at www.etix.com or at the door. Doors open at 9 p.m. Visit www.charlestonpourhouse.com or call 571-4343.

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Born in the swampy, sticky landscapes of northern Florida, J.J. Grey quickly learned the ways of life that first wrote the stories he found so endearing. Stories wrapped in the sounds of blues, soul and country that spoke to Grey in a way nothing else ever had. It was simple, yet could not be taught, painful yet full of love. It was a meeting of provocation and modesty; it was the music of grandfathers and earlier. And it was something Grey vowed to never let die.

After spending his childhood listening to some of his favorites — Muddy Waters, John Lee Hooker, Otis Redding and Bill With-

in need of a terrific introduction to Brit pop and beach rock.

The Modern Skirts will perform Friday at the Tin Roof, 1117 Magnolia Road, with local singer/songwriter Joel Hamilton. The show is set to begin at 10 p.m.

Visit www.myspace.com/ westashleytinroof or call 571-0775.

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Cary Ann Hearst LIONS AND LAMBS (Shrimp Records)

There are more than a few logical choices one could make if asked to pick a musical ambassador for the Lowcountry. My vote goes to Cary Ann Hearst and Michael Trent. The husband and wife singersongwriters are blessed with the ability to sound great performing together, but are also smart enough to allow each other to do their own thing. Trent put out a stellar album last year, “The Winner,” that I am still spinning in my CD player.

Now in 2011 it is Hearst’s turn to shine. We already had heard some hints last year as to how Hearst’s new CD, “Lions and Lambs,” would lean, most notably “Hells Bells,” which was featured on HBO’s “True Blood” and for which Hearst filmed a wonderfully macabre video. The down-home yet primal stomp of “Hells Bells” is just one style exhibited by Hearst on the new CD, which was engineered by Butch Walker.

Other highlights include the sublime “Are You Ready to Die,” the high lonesome “The Hardest Thing,” and the ambitious “Eastern Continental Divide.” Hearst has a voice that, while unique, also conjures up images of great country singers such as Loretta Lynn and Dolly Parton. Hearst is a Lowcountry treasure, and along with her equally talented husband she does the Lowcountry proud.

KEY TRACKS: “Hells Bells,” “Are You Ready to Die,” “Eastern Continental Divide”

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Gregg Allman LOWCOUNTRY BLUES (Rounder)

If you crank up Gregg Allman’s new solo CD expecting to hear the jammy mix of Southern rock and blues familiar to fans of his day job, The Allman Brothers Band, prepare to be somewhat disappointed.

That isn’t to say that “Lowcountry Blues” is a subpar release — quite the contrary.

Allman sounds as lively as ever, and with help from producer T Bone Burnett, the Southern rock legend has crafted an album made up of songs he fell in love with as a teenager. Drawing from blues masters such as B.B. King, Otis Rush, Nehemiah “Skip” James, and Muddy Waters, Allman has one-upped blues connoisseurs such as Eric Clapton by simply being born in closer geographical location to the land from which blues music emanates. Aside from “Just Another Rider,” a tune Allman wrote with Warren Haynes, this album pays tribute to the blues. Bravo to Allman for not picking obvious choices from the artists listed above. The music mix sounds purposefully subdued on tracks such as Muddy Waters’ “I Can’t Be Satisfied” and Otis Rush’s “Checking on My Baby,” as if the music is coming from a jukebox speaker rather than a CD player. Standout tracks include covers of Melvin London’s “Little By Little,” B.B. King and Sam Ling’s “Please Accept My Love,” and John Adam Estes’ “Floating Bridge.” While this is definitely not an album that sounds like The Allman Brothers, hearing these songs and knowing they are special to Allman, one can certainly see how The Allman Brothers were influenced by them. “Lowcountry Blues” allows Allman’s fans to take a look into part of his musical DNA, mapping the musical chromosomes that make up his musical being.

KEY TRACKS: “I Can’t Be Satisfied,” “Little

By Little,” “Please Accept My Love”

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Righchus SWEETGRASS & SUPRAS (Independent)

If there is any one hip-hop artist here in Charleston ready to break out nationally, then Righchus is the guy. Righchus (aka Matt Bostick) attended the Charleston County School of the Arts, graduating in 2006 before heading to journalism school in the Upstate. Righchus’ first love was always hip-hop though, and with the help of Max Berry, his creative partner and producer, Righchus already has released plenty of well-received music, including last year’s “Chaos Theory.” On his latest release, “Sweetgrass & Supras,” Righchus definitely shows he can hang with the more established artists of today. After an intro that samples, among other things, Bob Marley’s “Is This Love,” Nirvana’s “Smells Like Teen Spirit,” and Jay-Z’s “Hova,” Righchus raps confidently on “Afraid of Heights” over a cleverly reconfigured sample of Darude’s “Sandstorm.”

That Darude track normally makes me jump for the stop button on my iPod, but amazingly here it actually works. Other standout tracks on “Sweetgrass & Supras” include “Mr. Hustle,” “Ridin’,” and “Carolina Born,” which gives a shout out to Righchus’ hometown. One of my favorite tracks is “Go Hard,” which harks back to the early rhymes of artists such as L.L. Cool J and Run-DMC, complete with old-school turntable scratching and lyrics that are spoken, rather than spat at breakneck speed. This is not some hastily assembled collection of demos, but rather a fully realized project that can easily stand alongside major label releases in the same genre. Righchus and Berry have now produced two high-quality hip-hop albums in a row, and if labels don’t take notice of the quality material these two are turning out, then more is wrong with the music industry than we thought. See and hear Righchus for yourself when the artist gives a free performance 2 p.m. Saturday at Monster Music in West Ashley.

KEY TRACKS: “Afraid of Heights,” “Ridin’,” “Go Hard”

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Mingle and Calibrate BREAK UP THE BAND EP (All Cylinder)

There are times when it seems that every band has a gimmick meant to set it apart from the rest of the flock. Unfortunately, most of the time, said gimmick has very little to do with the actual music being produced by said band. How refreshing it is then to get a CD by a local band that hasn’t forgotten that what most folks want is good music. Mingle and Calibrate features guitarist Dustin Fanning, bassist Chris Holsomback and drummer Trevor Van Etten. Local music fans might remember Fanning and Holsomback from the late, great 351 Cleveland. Van Etten was formerly in My Demise. Listening to the five songs on the band’s EP, “Break Up the Band,” the listener should feel some comfort that, even with the myriad splinter genres that have broken off from the true rock sound, there is still room for good, old no-nonsense indie power pop.

In the music of Mingle and Calibrate, one can hear hints of bands that include The Smithereens, The Kinks, The Posies and some of the better jangle-guitar bands from the 90’s. The extremely catchy title track kicks off the EP, and after great songs such as “Miss Eventually” and “Radar Proof,” I eagerly look forward to hearing what’s in store for us on the eventual full-length studio release. The recording, engineered by Eric Rickert at Ocean Studios locally, is clean and professional sounding. For fans of straightforward, no-nonsense power pop, Mingle and Calibrate definitely delivers the goods, albeit all too briefly.

KEY TRACKS: “Break Up the Band,” “Miss Eventually,” “Radar Proof”

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– By Devin Grant, Special to The Post and Courier

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Dance, acrobatics come together in ‘Aluminum Show’

BY SYDNEY SMITH

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he Aluminum Show” has toured all over the world and hits Charleston Saturday.

But what is it?

“It’s a spectacle,” sayd producer David Azulay, that mixes aluminum, dance, acrobatics, puppetry and more on stage.

Sixteen dancers and stage crew members unite to put on the show at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday at the North Charleston Coliseum.

Azulay, who has worked as a producer for 18 years, says he fell in love with the show, its “stunning” visuals and dance, and its uniqueness when he first saw it a few years ago. Shortly after, he became a producer.

“The Aluminum Show” debuted in Israel in 2003.

In the eight years since, the show has been touring “extensively” on and off again particularly in Europe and South America. Just two weeks ago, the U.S. tour was relaunched in Texas.

Daniel Moser, one of the performers, explains that the group spent two and a half months rehearsing in Israel before the Jan. 7 show.

He describes the show as “really high energy, really fun” and not quite theater.

“Some people think ‘Oh, it’s just theater, you just sit and watch,’ ” Moser says.

“This is like theatrical, spectacle entertainment where the audience is mixing in with the show.”

“It’s a really imaginative piece,” according to Moser, who was drawn to the show by its originality.

In the most recent revamping of the show, the music and set were updated. All the dancers on this tour are American, but the creative and tech team members are from Israel.

Also, last fall’s revisions added a more pronounced

A behind-the-scenes look at Righchus’ ‘Sweet’ new disc

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few weeks ago, we caught up with local hip-hop’s dynamic duo, Max Berry and Righchus. They were putting the finishing touches on their newest CD, “Sweetgrass & Supras.”

Here they breakdown each track on the new album.

1. “Blow” TEEV PRODUCTIONS Max: This is the only track on the album that isn’t an original beat. In December, we started releasing a new song each Sunday to build WHAT: “The Aluminum up the buzz for “Sweetgrass” Show.” and called it “Holy City SunWHEN: 2 p.m. and 8 days.” We made “Blow” with p.m. Saturday. no intention of putting it on WHERE: North Sweetgrass, but we liked it Charleston Coliseum. so much we decided to make TICKETS: $30-$60, plus it the first song to start off fees, at the Coliseum’s with a bang. ticket window, Ticket2. “Influential Intro” master and 800-745Max: We chose the songs 3000. that influenced us along MORE: www.alumiour paths, that give us our num-show.com. view of music today. Sam Cooke starts it off, Bob Marley, then Nirvana, Jaynarrative element to the Z and Kanye. After all the show.

While the show always had songs played, I put a lona bit of a story behind it, the ger radio tuning effect on there, which flows directly story is now “very obvious, into “Afraid of Heights,” so but we kept the magic of the show,” Azulay says. “We hopefully it sounds like we are following their path. didn’t just make it another 3. “Afraid of Heights” musical.”

Max: I chopped the song The story follows an aluup, picked the parts I liked minum tube being born and about 30 minutes later, on stage. Right after being born, the tube loses its par- we had a beat that we knew ents and starts searching for would be a banger. He wrote them. According to Azulay, to it in about an hour or so and we were done. Little did the story behind “the AluI know I would eventually minum Show” humanizes mix the song about 20 difthe aluminum.

“There’s a story that people ferent times and I seriously connect to. They laugh, they spent over 100 hours mixing, editing, re-doing, undoare sad at one point, and ing, etc. to this song. they get excited at the end Righchus: This song is when everything ends beaupure energy. I came up with tifully.”

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Head on over to charlestonscene.com to hear tracks from “Sweetgrass & Supras.”

Righchus will be performing a free set at 2 p.m. Saturday at Monster Music, 946 Orleans Road to promote the album. Also, follow Righchus on twitter (@righchus) for more information.

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Righchus. the concept while I was at a Carolina game and they played this after a touchdown. The stadium was literally shaking. I wanted to capture that feeling in a song and I think we did a pretty good job.

4. “We Winnin” ft. Ben Fagan (of The Plainfield Project) Righchus: I wrote this song with Ben Fagan in mind. He came in and completely switched the direction I had in mind into something better. I started out with a Matthew Santos sound in mind for the chorus and it turned into Citizen Cope.

5. “Mr. Hustle 2.0” Righchus: I have always wanted to go back and revise this song. I always felt like it had so much potential. Even now after hearing it a thousand times, I always want to go back and add to it. It’s one of those songs that could never really be finished.

6. “Ridin’” Righchus: This was the biggest song off “Chaos Theory” with the most abstract video. I definitely wanted to push it more because of the lack of people who got to hear it on “Chaos Theory.”

7. “Beastmode”

Max: We have opened up a lot of our shows to this song.

I thought it would be cool to make that word have a Transformers effect on it. I used a vocoder.

Righchus: I was at lunch with KJ Kearney of H1gher Learning, and he schooled me on how well I should be doing. I thought I was pretty successful at the time still ridin’ off my first album and he told me that wasn’t enough and I still had a lot of work to do. He said it was “time to kick it into beastmode, buddy.” KJ always uses the term “buddy.” (laughs) 8. “What You Doin Tonight” ft. Ryan Janeiro Righchus: Ryan was over at the studio one day and he played this beat and kind of mumbled a hook. I didn’t give him a chance to tell me I couldn’t have the beat and we recorded that song right then and there.

9. “Carolina Born” Max: We needed to make a Carolina song, and “Carolina Born” kept coming in my head, so I recorded my voice and used Melodyne to make it sound like a woman/computer voice almost.

Righchus: I love Charleston and what better way to do it than through music.

I want the city to see me as their representative in hiphop.

10. “Go Hard” Righchus: I wanted to use this song because it was right at my lyrical transition from “Chaos Theory” into my current stage of writing.

I also had Max tweak the beat to make it run smoother during performance.

11. “Free Speech Pt. 2” Max: I loved Kanye’s “Say You Will” so much that I wanted to make something that sounded similar. Righchus actually wrote this song to the “Say You Will” beat and I wanted it to be original, so I made this.

We added the Guru sample eight months after we made the song because it fit so well.

Righchus: I remember not knowing exactly what the next move was going to be.

“Chaos Theory” had been out for months and we were in this musical career limbo.

I was in class and was completely zoned out, so I just started writing everything that was on my mind at the moment. I was amazed that what he says in the beginning is exactly what I felt around the time of recording this song. It was a perfect addition.

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ALLUETTE’S JAZZ CAFE: 137 Calhoun St. 737-0090. Tonight-Sat: Oscar River Trio, 9:30 p.m.; Mon-Fri: Calvin Taylor, 11:30 a.m.; Wed and Sun: Abe White.

AROMAS: 50 N. Market St. 723-9588.

Sat: Cotton Blue, 7-10 p.m.

ATLANTICVILLE RESTAURANT AND WINES: 2063 Middle St., Sullivan’s Island. 883-9452. Fri: Live Jazz; Sun: Spanish and Flamenco Guitar w/Dori Chitayat, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Tues: Annie Boxell and Jim Algar.

AWENDAW GREEN: 4879 Hwy 17 North, Awendaw. 452-1642. Wed: Nick Driver, Sons of Summer, Tyler Boone, Hundred Hands Down, free, 6-10 p.m.

BIG JOHN’S TAVERN: 251 East Bay St. 723-3483. Fri-Sat: Live Music.

BLUE’S HOUSE OF WINGS: 1039 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Mount Pleasant.

881-1858. Tonight: Shag w/Jim Bowers, 7-11 p.m.; Fri: Live Music, 8-11 p.m.; Sat: Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

BUDDY ROE’S SHRIMP SHACK: 1528 Ben Sawyer Blvd. 388-5270.

Tonight: Ronnie Johnson and Chris Clifton, 7 p.m.; Fri-Sat: Ronnie Johnson and Chris Clifton, 9 p.m.; Sun: Carroll Brown, 7 p.m.; Tues: Kevin Church, 8 p.m.; Wed: Robert Hutto, 7 p.m.

BUFFALO SOUTH: 1409 Folly Rd. 406-0888. Tues: Trivia, 8-10 p.m.

CHARLESTON GRILL: 224 King St. 577-4522. Tonight-Sat: Quentin Baxter Ensemble followed by Late Night Jazz, 8 p.m.; Sun: Bob Williams Duo, 7 p.m.; Mon-Wed: Quentin Baxter Ensemble, 7 p.m.

CITY LIGHTS COFFEE SHOP: 141 Market St. 853-7067. Sat: Jesse Ledford; Wed: The Amazing Mittens, 6:30-8 p.m.

THE CLUB AT MEYERS RD: 216 Meyers Rd., Summerville. 875-4215. WedSat: Karaoke.

CLUB H2O: 8484 Dorchester Rd. 7671426. Tonight: Country Dance Party, 9 p.m.; Fri-Sat: DJ Mike Mendoza, 9 p.m.

CRAB SHACK, FOLLY BEACH: 26 Center St. 588-3080. Tonight: Folly Beach Bluegrass Society, 8 p.m.; Mon: Open mic w/ Dave Grunstra, 9:30 p.m.

CRAZY D’S FOOD AND SPIRITS: 224 Redbank Rd., Goose Creek. 5722658. Fri: Karaoke, 9 p.m.; Tues: Trivia and Karaoke, 7:30 p.m.

CUOCO PAZZO: 1035 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Mt. Pleasant. 971-9034.

Wed and Fri-Sat: Riccardo sings Opera and Italian songs, 7 p.m.

DORCHESTER LANES: 10015 Dorchester Rd., Summerville. 3762200. Fri-Sat: Control Freak; Sun: Team Trivia w/Bad Joke Tom; Mon: Karaoke w/Rocky; Tues: Acoustics w/61 Daze;

The deadline for Night Life items is Tuesday at noon the week before the event or concert takes place. Items should be faxed to the newsroom at 937-5579 or e-mailed to clubs@postandcourier.com. Items submitted after the deadline will not be printed. For more information, call 937-5582.

Wed: Karaoke w/Rocky.

EAST BAY MEETING HOUSE: 159 East Bay St. 723-3446. Mon: Monday Night Poetry and Open Mic, 8 p.m.

EYE LEVEL ART: 103 Spring St. 278 2374. Tues: Washed Out and Jaz of The Weejun Hour; Thurs: Charleston Loves Mountains Concert w/Dewi Sant, Older Brother and Wylie, 8-11 p.m.

FIREWATER GRILLE: 109 Holiday Drive, Summerville. 261-2121. Fri: Live Music; Sat: Comedy, 10 p.m.; Wed: Team Trivia, 8 p.m.

FISH RESTAURANT: 442 King St. 722-3474. Tonight: Elise Testone, 7 p.m.; Sat: DJ, 10 p.m.

GENNARO’S RESTAURANT: 8500 Dorchester Rd. 760-9875. Tonight: live jazz, 8 p.m.

GILLIGANS, DOWNTOWN: 14 N. Market St. 853-2244. Tonight-Fri: Justin, 5-9 p.m.

THE GREEN ROOM: 778 Folly Rd. 225-2252. Tonight: Acoustic Night w/ On a Hill, Death of Paris, Brother’, Tyler Boone, $6-8, 8 p.m.

HALLIGAN’S RESTAURANT AND BAR: 3025 Ashley Towne Center, Suite 201. 225-4347. Sat: Plane Jane.

GRIFFON PUB: 18 Vendue Range.

723-1700. Tonight: Green Levels; Sat: Whiskey ‘n’ Ramblin’; Thurs: Yellowknife.

HALLS CHOPHOUSE: 434 King St. 797-0090. Tonight-Thurs: Live Music; Sun: Gospel Brunch, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

HIGH COTTON: 199 East Bay St. 7243815. Tonight: Leah Suarez Trio, 6-10 p.m.; Fri: Bill Aycock Trio, 7-11 p.m.; Sat: Frank Duvall Trio, 7-11 p.m.; Sun: James Slater Duo, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Bill Aycock Duo, 6-10 p.m.; Mon: Margaret Coleman and Wayne Dawes, 6-10 p.m.; Tues-Wed: James Slater Trio, 6-10 p.m.

HENRY’S BAR AND RESTAURANT: 54 N. Market St. 723-4363. Wed: Chris Dodson, 10 p.m.

HOME TEAM BBQ, SULLIVAN’S ISLAND: 2209 Middle St., Sullivan’s Island. 883-3131. Fri: Pale Rider, $5, 10 p.m.; Sat: Loner’s Society, $5, 10 p.m.; Sun: Songwriters in the Round; Tues: Team Trivia.

HOME TEAM BBQ, WEST ASHLEY: 1205 Ashley River Rd. 225-2278. Tonight: Hynes Trivia, 8 p.m.; Fri: Stanfield Gray and The Stingrays, $5, 10 p.m.; Mon: Open Mic, 8 p.m.; Tues: Follywood Productions’ First Anniversary Party, free, 9 p.m.; Wed: Lowcountry Blues Club, 7 p.m.

IACOFANO’S: 629 Coleman Blvd., Mt. Pleasant. 881-2313. Tonight: Mike Thompson, 6:30; Fri: DJ Chris, 9 p.m.; Sat: Creekside Crazies, 9 p.m.

JIMBO’S ROCK LOUNGE: 1662 Sa-

vannah Hwy. 225-2200. Tonight: Eyeball Art Show; Fri: For What It’s Worth w/Affectation and Rumour Has Wings; Sat: Elevator Music; Wed: As If, Grind Kids and Punk Rock Karaoke.

JIMMY’S SPORTS BAR AND GRILL: 431 St. James Ave., Goose Creek. 5538766. Tonight: Team Trivia; Fri-Sat: DJ/ Karaoke, free; Tues: Chris Sullivan, free, 8-11 p.m.; Wed: DJ/Karaoke, free.

JOHNSONS PUB: 12 Cumberland Street. 277-2961. Fri: Unkle Funkle, 10:30 p.m.

J’PAULZ: 1739 Maybank Hwy., James Island. 795-6995. Fri-Sat: Live music.

KICKIN’ CHICKEN: 337 King St. 8055020. Wed: Trivia; Thurs: Live music.

KICKIN’ CHICKEN: 1175 Folly Rd., James Island. 225-6996. Wed: Trivia, 9 p.m.; Thurs: Live music.

KICKIN’ CHICKEN: 1119 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Mt. Pleasant. 881-8734.

Tues: Theme trivia, 9 p.m.; Wed: Trivia, 9 p.m.; Thurs: Live music.

KICKIN’ CHICKEN: 800 N. Main St., Summerville. 875-6998. Wed: Trivia, 9 p.m.; Thurs: Live music.

KICKIN’ CHICKEN: 1179 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., West Ashley 766-5292.

Wed: Trivia, 9 p.m. Thurs: Live music.

LOCALS BAR: 1150 Queensborough Blvd., Unit B. 388-5114. Mon: Keith Bruce, 6-9 p.m.

LOCO JOE’S FOOD & SPIRITS: 1115 Miles Rd., Summerville. 821-2946. FriSat: Karaoke; Wed: Karaoke and Trivia.

MAD RIVER BAR & GRILLE: 32 N. Market St. 723-0032. Mon: Live Music; Tues: Trivia.

MANNY’S NEIGHBORHOOD GRILLE: 1608 Old Towne Rd. 7633908. Tonight: Team Trivia; Sat: Coastal Carolina Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.; Sun: Team Trivia; Wed: Ted McKee “Tropical Rock,” 6-9 p.m., DNR, 9:30 p.m.

MERCATO RESTAURANT: 102 N. Market St. 722-6393. Tonight-Fri: Ann Caldwell w/LooseFitt, 6 p.m.; Sat: Lewis, Wiltrout and Gregory, 6 p.m.; Tues: Frank Duvall Trio, 6 p.m.; Wed: The Pulse Trio, 6 p.m.

THE MILL LOUNGE: 1026 E. Montague Ave. 225-2650. Fri: Old You, 8 p.m.; Sat: Back City Woods and Megan Jean and the KFB, 8 p.m.

MOLLY DARCY’S: 235 East Bay St. 737-4085. Tonight and Sun: Live Music; Fri: DJ. MORGAN CREEK GRILL: 80 41st Ave. IOP. 886-8980. Fri: Wintertide II Acoustic Series w/Travis Allison, Jamisun, Becca Bessinger, Roseanna Hendrix, free, 6:30-10 p.m.; Wed: Shag Night, 7-10 p.m.

MUSIC FARM: 32 Ann St. 577-6989.

Fri: JJ Grey and Mofro w/Ponderosa,

$18-20, 7:30 p.m.; Sat: Benefit for the Boombox Kid w/Heyrocco, Melted Velvet and Castles in the Air, $10, 6 p.m.; Thurs: Twista and Juicy J, $40-60, 8 p.m.

O’MALLEY’S: 549 King St. 805-5000.

Tonight: DJ TanTrum; Sat: The Copycats; Mon: Comedy Night, 7 p.m., DJ Party, 10 p.m.; Wed: DJ and What.

PATRICK’S PUB: 1377 Ashley River Rd. 571-3435. Tonight: Karaoke, 9 p.m.

PLANET FOLLYWOOD: 32 Center St., Folly Beach. 588-7380. Fri: Dave Grunstra, 9 p.m.; Sat: Calhoun’s Calling, 9 p.m.; Mon: Dart Tourny, 9 p.m.; Wed: Shag Club Night, 6-9 p.m.; Thurs: Karaoke w/Margie, 8 p.m.

THE POUR HOUSE: 1977 Maybank Hwy. 571-4343. Tonight: Big Sams Funky Nation, $10, 10 p.m.; Fri: Papadosio and Up Until Now w/Robert Rice, $10-12, 10 p.m., Charleston Comedy Festival Presents Nate Baratze, Dave and Ethan and Tom Keller, $12.50, 8 p.m.; Sat: The Snake Oil Medicine Show w/The David Mayfield Parade, $10, 10 p.m.; Sun: NRBQ’s Terry Adams and His Rock and Roll Quartet w/Bobby Houck, $15, 10 p.m.; Mon: Shovels and Rope, 6 p.m.; Tues: Weigh Station, free, 10 p.m.; Wed: Zoogma and The Mantras, $810, 10 p.m., Dead Wednesdays w/The Hungry Monks.; Thurs: Frontier Ruckus w/Cary Ann Hearst, $8, 10 p.m.

RED DRUM GASTROPUB: 803 Coleman Blvd., Mt. Pleasant. 849-0313.

Wed: live music; Thurs: Bill Johnson.

RITA’S: 2 Center St., Folly Beach.

588-2525. Wed: Little Sarah and the Hawkes.

SAND DOLLAR: 7 Center St., Folly Beach. 588-9498. Fri-Sat: Fat Alice.

SEEL’S ON SULLIVAN’S: 2213 Middle St., Sullivan’s Island, 883-5030. Fri and Sat: DJ C-Nile, 10 p.m.; Wed: The Bushels, 7 p.m.

SEWEE OUTPOST: 4853 Hwy 17 North, Awendaw. 928-3493. Sat: Music and Oysters for Wildlife, 2-7 p.m.

SOUTHEND BREWERY AND SMOKEHOUSE: 161 East Bay St. 8534677. Tonight: Salsa Night, 10 p.m.

SOUTHERN COMFORT BAR AND GRILL: 1761 North Main Street, Summerville. 873-9220. Tonight: Team Trivia.

SUNFIRE GRILL & BISTRO: 1090 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. 766-0223. Tonight: Dave Owens, 6-9 p.m.; Fri: Chris Tidestrom, 6-9 p.m.; Mon: Singer and Songwriter night; Tues: Ted McKee, 6-9 p.m.; Wed: Jef Wilson, 6-9 p.m.; Thurs: Allyson Taylor, 6-9 p.m.

THE SWAMP FOX AT THE FRANCIS MARION HOTEL: 387 King St. 7248888. Fri-Sat: Pianist Bill Howland.

THE TATTOOED MOOSE: 1137 Mor-

rison Dr. 277-2990. Tues: Joel Hamilton, free, 9 p.m.

THIRSTY TURTLE II: 1158 College Park Rd., Summerville. 851-9828. Fri-Sat: Karaoke, 9 p.m.; Sun: Mike Peifer or Jefferson Coker; Mon and Wed: Karaoke, 9 p.m.; Tues: Mike Peifer or Jefferson Coker.

THOROUGHBRED CLUB AT CHARLESTON PLACE: 224 King St. 722-4900. Tonight-Thurs: Live Music.

TIN ROOF: 1117 Magnolia Rd. 5710775. Tonight: Superkush, 10 p.m.; Fri: Modern Skirts w/Joel Hamilton, 10 p.m.; Sat: Go For Launch; Wed: Woody Pines w/Megan Jean and the KFB, 10 p.m.

TOAST: 155 Meeting St. 534-0043.

Tonight: Abe White; Fri: Live Music; Sat: Annie Boxell, 6 p.m.

TOMMY CONDON’S: 160 Church St. 577-3818. Tonight-Sat: Steve Carroll and the Bograts; Wed, Sun: Fried Rainbow Trout.

TRAYCE’S TOO NEIGHBORHOOD GRILLE AND PUB: 2578 Ashley River Rd. 556-2378. Fri: The Cool; Sat: Shane Clark Band; Tues: Trickknee; Wed: Ten Fifty Duo. TWIN RIVER LANES: 613 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Mt. Pleasant. 884-7735.

Wed: Mike the Knight Karaoke.

VILLAGE TAVERN: 1055 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Mount Pleasant. Fri: The Hungry Monks, 10 p.m.; Sat: Old You and Elise Testone, 7:30 p.m.; Wed: Gaslight Street, 10 p.m.; Thurs: Mac Leaphart and My Ragged Company w/Danielle Howle, $5.

WET WILLIE’S: 209 East Bay St. 8535650. Sat: Cherry Bomb; Mon: Metal Mondays; Wed: Jerry Cooper.

WILD WING DOWNTOWN: 6 N. Market St. 722-9464. Tonight: Karaoke; Fri: The Reason Your Listening; Sat: Quiana Parler and Friends; Sun: Plane Jane; Mon: Rotie Acoustic; Tue: Team Trivia; Wed: The Diesel Brothers.

WILD WING MT. PLEASANT: 664 Coleman Blvd., Mt. Pleasant. 971-9464.

Tonight: Plane Jane; Fri: After the Crash; Sat: Chris McCarty Band; Tue: Team Trivia; Wed: Almost Steve Reunion Show.

WILD WING N. CHARLESTON: 7618 Rivers Ave. 818-9464. Tonight: CJ Weems Band; Fri: Plane Jane; Sat: Ellen Drive; Sun: Trickknee Acoustic; Mon: Bingo w/DJ SLK T; Tue: Ed Millers Karaoke Mayhem; Wed: DJ Dance Party.

THE WINDJAMMER: 1008 Ocean Blvd., IOP. 886-8596. Fri: Steel Petals w/On the Hunt, $5, 9 p.m.; Sat: The Weaving (Villanova) w/John Wesley Satterfield, $5, 9 p.m.

WOLFTRACK BAR AND GRILL: 1807 Parsonage Rd. 768-0853. Fri: ThreeLegged Wheel; Sat: Open Jukebox.

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Lady Gaga Day at The Joe combines dancing and a costume contest for charity video: past and present We will be at the event, shooting video. To see that, as well as footage from last year, visit charlestonscene.com

if you go

BY SAMANTHA TEST

Gaga Day at the Joe is from 5-7 p.m. Saturday at Joe Riley Park, 360 Fishburne St. Admission is free. T-shirts will be on sale to benefit the The Trevor Project, a national organization focused on crisis intervention and suicide prevention efforts among LGBTQ youth.

after party?

Organizer Joe Quinn is still making final plans for the official after party. Follow Charleston Scene on twitter (@chasscene) to find out the location once it is announced.

ALAN HAWES/STAFF

Last year’s “Gaga Day at the Square” brought out hundreds of dancers. This year’s event, at Joe Riley stadium, promises to be even bigger.

Special to The Post and Courier

H

ey Gaga fans, we have five words for you: Lady Gaga Day is back.

If that isn’t news, you’ve probably been planning your outfit for weeks. What’s going down 5-7 p.m. Saturday at Joe Riley Park has grown into much more than the Facebook event it started as. This year’s sequel is sure to top the original in both scope and fashion.

You’ll find full concessions and beer, a JumboTron, access to the house music system, parking, 2 Girls & a Guy from 95SX and even a Gaga costume contest judged by Ayoka Lucas, the style editor from Charleston Magazine. The winner gets two tickets to Charleston’s Fashion Week.

Admission and sales from T-shirts will benefit The Trevor Project. The national 24-hour toll-free and confidential suicide hotline for gay and questioning youths is the beneficiary of the It Gets Better Project.

Oh, and need we mention even more of Gaga’s “freaks” and “monsters” than last year?

“She’s a person to look up to for the gay community,” said Joe Quinn, founder of Charleston’s Gaga Day. “Lady Gaga, having her music and her being such an advocate for gay rights and standing up for them and still being that popular and have so many young people be more comfortable with themselves because of her. She was like, let your inner monster out.”

Whether straight, gay or questioning, Quinn hopes people just come out for a good time.

“I hope they just have fun for a little while,” he said. “Forget about everything going on, bring a few dollars for charity and just dance.

How often do you stop everything and just dance for a little while?”

Quinn and four friends got the idea for a dance party in the park after watching Joseph Gordon-Levitt’s flash dance scene in “500 Days of Summer.” Since a national Facebook event recently had publicized a Gaga Day — and they were fans of Gaga — they figured they would use the same theme.

So they made a Facebook event and sent it out to few friends. A few days later, 1,000 had RSVP’d to the event. Quinn and company scrambled and within 10 days, got it cleared it with the city — permits, sponsors, T-shirts,

FREEZE FRAME PHOTOGRAPHY

Kim Singleton is a huge Lady Gaga fan.

She says she plans to mimic the star’s meat dress this year. flooring, sound system, charity partner and all.

The half-hour event is immortalized now in Johnny Morgan’s book, “Gaga.” Just check out the full photo on Page 8.

Kim Singleton is one fan who will be helping preserve this year’s Gaga Day. The art director at the College of Charleston will be on hand with a professional photographer. Last year’s video garnered the most views of any video for the C of C. “It’s really interesting to meet Gaga fans because they are all so different. Who else would draw so many different types of people?”

Singleton said.

“She’s interesting, and she is always doing something different. She’s creative beyond creative,” she said.

Singleton wore a black leotard with a star on the shoulder to last year’s event in homage to Gaga’s “American Idol” appearance. This year, she’s getting creative with material to mimic the pop star’s infamous meat dress.

Another fan, Ryan Pixler, still is deciding between a prison-inspired look from the “Telephone” video or a Gaga hair bow with “something new.” One thing the senior theater major at C of C knows, though, is his admiration for

Lady Gaga.

“I love her like I know her. I feel like I do know her. That’s how a real artist makes you feel,” said Pixler. “They put so much of themselves into what they do, what they create, that you know them sometimes better than you know yourself.”

Being a Gaga fan, as both Singleton and Pixler know, is more than just the fashion.

“I’ve known super conservative people that love her for the catchy music they play on the radio. I’ve also known people who aren’t fans of pop music that just love the liberating message Gaga carries with her, or her fashion, or the things she says in interviews,” said Pixler.

“So being a fan of Gaga means one, or both, of two things: You have good taste in music or you’re a good judge of character.”

Musically, Quinn, Singleton and Pixler all agree that Gaga is best when it’s just her and her piano. Singleton used the word “beautiful,” and Quinn described it as “perfect.”

The pop star taught herself to play at age 4 and was one of only 20 students in the world to earn early admission to the Tisch School of the Arts at New York University when she was 17.

“I like that Lady Gaga has substance. Since I was a child, the only successful pop music I’d heard of was sung by a pretty girl shaking her perfect body to lyrics she didn’t write and barely understood. I don’t mean that these other artists weren’t talented. I just really appreciate that Gaga writes her own music,” said Pixler.

He also points out another major difference not only between Lady Gaga and other artists, but between Gaga fans and other fans.

“Lady Gaga’s fans are loved in return. Most musicians respect or appreciate their fans, but Lady Gaga literally loves every single one of her fans and makes them feel that,” said Pixler.

“Lady Gaga appreciates every single one of her fans, and she speaks to these people in a way that other celebrities can’t. You know how every star initially comes out with a story about how difficult they had it growing up because of how unattractive or weird people found them to be? They all say it, but nobody really believes it,” Pixler said. “When Lady Gaga tells us about feeling out of place, we believe it because we see it with our own eyes. She doesn’t dull her shine for anyone or anything. And we love that because we all feel out of place in some aspect of our lives.”

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David’s on Queen

Reining in on tropical flavors

BY DEIDRE SCHIPANI

Special to The Post and Courier

T

ravel on Queen Street in the historic French Quarter has been anything but regal these past years.

The Lower King Street Wastewater Improvement Project churned up the intersection of King and Queen streets. The Dock Street Theatre renovation curtained Queen and Church streets as its extensive work continued for three years. Then the Neighborhood Dining Group undertook the restoration of 74 and 76 Queen St. to become Husk Restaurant. The folks at Poogan’s Porch got into the act and installed a front dining patio, and Queen Street was beginning to look like a set from the DIY Network.

Into all this tuck-pointing and BAR-approved preservation came David Baysden, a South Carolina native and graduate of the University of South Carolina whose career had taken him into the worlds of business, finance and marketing. A recent sojourn operating a restaurant in the Caribbean gave Baysden both pause and inspiration, and in a matter of months, 68 Queen St. joined in the dust of plaster and preservation.

His goal was to open a “fun and casual” restaurant where the guests would experience “fivestar service and cuisine.” Heading the kitchen is chef Jessica Cobb, a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, whose career in the hospitality industry spans the service side to catering, managing, staffing and procuring.

David’s on Queen provides a small brick patio for outdoor dining, a protected and heated outdoor tiki bar complete with a “springtime in Charleston” wall mural, and two small din-

LEROY BURNELL/STAFF

restaurant review CUISINE: Caribbean CATEGORY: Neighborhood Favorite LOCATION: 68 Queen St. PHONE: 793-3994 FOOD: ★★½ ATMOSPHERE: ★★ PRICE: $$-$$$ COSTS: Appetizers $6-$9.50; soups $7-$8; entrees $16-$29; halfsalads $5-$5.50, sides $2.50; lunch $7-$10; kids menu $4-$6; Sunday brunch $4-$10, brunch sides $2-3.

WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE: Yes. VEGETARIAN OPTIONS: Yes. BAR: Yes. HOURS: Sunday 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; Tuesday-Thursday 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m.; closed Monday.

DECIBEL LEVEL: Varies; live music on the weekends.

PARKING: Meters and public garages.

OTHER: Sunday brunch Bloody Mary bar, heated tiki bar, outdoor patio, live music on weekends, Twitter @davidsonqueen, Facebook, Foursquare, Yelp, Urbanspoon, Restaurant Week participant (three courses for $25), kids menu, dog-friendly patios. www.davidsonqueenstreet.com; davidsonqueenstreet@yahoo.com.

ing rooms. The second floor is outfitted as a lounge to provide a comfortable waiting space for the limited dining tables.

Turquoise shutters and sunny yellow painted walls bring the palette of the Caribbean to the interior. Chalkboards framed in magenta painted wood are beacons for the daily specials. Linens and fresh flowers brighten the tables.

The gentle light of lamps adds a homey feel to the dining room

overlooking Queen Street, and a fireplace brings warmth and glow to the adjacent dining space.

The expansive menu on the website has been streamlined into a daily sheet that will change with the seasons and ingredient availability. Callaloo stew ($7) and conch chowder ($8) were replaced by a Caribbean chowder and black bean soup ($8). A nod to the Lowcountry, Irie boiled peanuts ($6) with a Caribbean twist were not

available. Irie means something good or positive and most likely would complement a cold Palma Louca ($3.25) or a Nicaraguan Tona Cerveza ($3.25).

We settled for a crunchy start and ordered conch fritters ($9), now being served with a lime coconut sauce, and not the cilantro aioli of fall. The fritter batter is on the sweet side with the sprinkle of cayenne not quite sufficient to ignite the flavor of the dough, but the dipping sauce of cream of coconut and lime kicked back with just enough heat to trump the sweet. The conch itself was chewy and minimal; easily remedied by a finer dice or a quick buzz in the Robot Coupe.

Crispy eggplant topped with goat cheese crumbles was the appetizer special, and eggplant also appeared as part of a Creole ratatouille sauce ($16) over pappardelle.

The kitchen sends out warm cheddar and scallion biscuit squares and a quinoa and raisin muffin with herb-crusted butter.

The muffin was a bit on the dry side (a challenge of baking with quinoa), but kudos to the restaurant for using this ancient grain.

Chef Cobb’s avocado salad was a winner. Mixed greens including radicchio and frisee ($5.50) are tossed with sliced hearts of palm and red onion rings. Ripe avocado slices ring the perimeter of the plate, and black-and-white sesame seeds add texture and nuttiness.

Dressings are made in-house and range from a sweet tropical vinaigrette to creamy garlic and the well-balanced coriander vinaigrette that we selected. A simple emulsification, it had the right weight to cloak the ingredients yet not cloy on your tongue.

Entrees came down to filet mignon ($29), ahi tuna ($22), the Creole ratatouille over pasta ($16), braised goat ($20) and Carolina flounder ($24). The flounder was fresh tasting, nicely cooked in its cornmeal crumb; however, its salsa of roasted corn was ice cold and the dish in need of seasoning

Rx, as were its plate companions of red pepper grits and wilted baby greens. The execution was a conundrum as the fish, greens and grit cake were well-cooked, but all were in need of seasoning, including the basic one of salt.

The braised goat dish did not fare well. Goat, and this is meat goat as compared with the dairy goats that provide us with cheese, is the current darling of the food world. Low in fat, calories and cholesterol, it brings health benefits to the table. More than beef, pork and even lamb, it is found in the cuisines of Latin America, South America, Mexico, India, Greece and Pakistan. Goats can graze on the limited land of the islands, so chevon is featured in many dishes.

The meat in this braise was tasteless. The meltdown of muscle fibers and fat that happens in braising was absent in this dish, and the black bean and rice (Moros y cristianos) companion dish was pasty and also underseasoned.

All of this was under a mantle of charred green peppers, crunchy sauteed onions and a definite kick of Scotch bonnets heat.

The unevenness of the seasonings and the temperature of the food came as a surprise as the restaurant was underwhelmed as far as the number of diners go.

Desserts change daily and featured bread pudding and grilled pineapple ($7.50). We opted for the fruit. A nicely grilled pineapple wedge served with a pool of Scotch bonnet-flavored chocolate sauce and vanilla ice cream with two waxy chocolate straws did not come together. The pineapple was on the tart side, and rum sauce may be a better flavor companion than the patch of chocolate.

David’s on Queen felt like a work in progress. The minimalist decor only hinted at its tropical roots, and its dishes needed a comprehensive review of seasonings and awareness of serving temperatures. With “five-star service and cuisine” as a stated goal, the firmament awaits.

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Barsa’s bartender explains concept, talks about future

BY DENISE K. JAMES

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Bartender James Groetzinger.

Q: What’s the concept here?

A: We’re a Spanish tapas and lounge, and Barsa is actually short for Barcelona.

We’re featuring plenty of

Spanish snacks, wines and beers.

Q: What beverage has been popular for this first week?

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arsa is now on my list for great new places to take my friends from out of town.

It’s in the spot that was previously occupied by Shine and officially opened Jan. 6. It has that perfect, city-chic vibe without being overly pretentious. It also has a parking lot, which totally gives it Brownie points.

I spoke with James Groetzinger, who has lived in Charleston for only eight months. Yet he already knows how to charm his customers.

Q: How’s it going?

A: Great. We had a big first weekend! A lot of people were anticipating our opening.

have a Maker’s Mark cocktail with muddled pear, cinnamon syrup and ginger. It’s nice and wintry.

WHAT: Barsa Tapas Q: What wines and beers Lounge & Bar. are folks ordering?

WHERE: 58 Line St. A: Everything. I’ve been PHONE: 577-5393. surprised at the variety.

Q: What about the tapas sangria has Tempranillo, menu? and the white one has Cava.

A: The kitchen is open till We sell them by the glass.

1 a.m., which is key. So far, Q: Any cocktails of note? people love the lamb meatA: We have a few specialballs, the romesco dip and ties on the list now. We’ve the pinchos. My personal decided to start simple. The favorite is the chicken conNaranja Fresca has been fit. We plan to start offerpopular. It’s made with Hen- ing a Sunday brunch in the dricks Gin. Also the Chai near future — not this week 43, featuring black Chai and though!

Liquor 43 (which is Spanish) Q: Any other future plans is spicy and great for this for Barsa? time of year. Tonight we’re A: Definitely some live also offering a few specials. music, maybe Latin or jazz, We have a grapefruit mojito and we’ve also talked about with palm sugar. We also a big screen and showing

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some independent films.

Q: What’s your own bartending background?

A: I’ve been in Charleston just eight months. I’ve worked at the Liberty Taproom in Mount Pleasant and Fish. I still work at Fish in addition to Barsa. I actually came from a family of mixologists. My father was in this business before I was even born.

Q: So far, what places do you love in Charleston?

A: I guess since I’m new I’ve been going to some touristy spots. I love the Rooftop Bar. I’ve eaten at High Cotton, Amen Street — now I want to try SNOB. Q: Who’s a celebrity you would love to have served?

A: Frank Sinatra. I know the words to every one of his songs.

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Navy Yard at Noisette

Now open at 10 Storehouse Row is Anna Bell’s, serving breakfast and lunch Monday-Friday. Breakfast service begins at 7 a.m. and ends at 11 a.m. Lunch is served 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 5545333.

6-10 p.m. Feb. 2 celebrates a special guest of honor, new private-label Maverick Vodka.

Jazz favorite Ann Caldwell returns to High Cotton for an encore performance to kick off its jazz series.

Caldwell launched jazz music at High Cotton 11 years ago, and she returns to celebrate the new bar and performance space with her soulful blues and jazz.

Enjoy $4 Maverick vodka drinks of your choice and a $5 bar menu all night long.

Terressentia, the North Charleston-based distiller, is providing tastings to introduce Maverick’s privatelabel vodka. High Cotton is at 199 East Bay St. 724-3815.

For smaller groups, they are offering a car service with rates starting at $35 each way — also within a 30-mile radius. To reserve, call 875-2600.

Through Saturday, Woodlands is participating in Restaurant Week with three courses for $30. The menu was created by chef Andrew Chadwick. The Woodlands Inn and Resort is at 125 Parsons Road, Summerville.

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Iacofano’s Italian Bistro and Bar at 626 Coleman Blvd., Mount Pleasant, is hosting a fundraiser for the Charleston Chamber Opera 6-10 p.m. Feb. 1. The cost is $30, tax-deductible and features “An Italian Feast, Opera and Jazz.”

The Noisy Oyster Seafood Restaurant in Summerville has closed. Owner Wade Med Bistro Pop the cork Boals elected not to purMed Bistro is now serving Uncorked, a wine, cheese chase the property at 9800 a three-course chef’s tasting and chocolate bar, has Dorchester Road. Another menu every Saturday for opened in the Belle Hall concept is being explored $30. On the menu: appetizShopping Center in Mount for that area. er, entree and dessert. Med Pleasant. On the menu are Employees were given GRACE BEAHM/STAFF Bistro is at 90 Folly Road. wine, beer, cheese and choc- the opportunity to apply 766-0323. www.themedbis- Med Bistro is serving olates. Uncorked is at 664-G for positions at the Noisy tro.com.

Long Point Road. Hours a three-course tasting Oyster on Market Street in are 4 p.m.-12 a.m. Monday- Charleston and the Rivers menu every Saturday Closed at the cafe for $30. Call 766-0323 or Avenue location in North Cru Cafe is closed and will Saturday. 849-5185. www.

Perception Wine visit www.themedbistro.

Charleston. reopen Tuesday with a new uncorkedwine.net.

Dinner com look and a new 2011 menu.

Cru Cafe is at 18 Pinckney Join Halls Chophouse for its Perception Wine Dinner vary at each location. Open- St., 534-2434. ing special is $7.95 all-youon Jan. 25. Chef Matthew Niessner is putting together care-to-eat soup and bread- Let the fun continue sticks. 606-2711 or www. a dinner of five courses, O-Ku Sushi and Oak ladlessoups.com. each paired with a wine Steakhouse continue the Also, Bricco Bracco (this from Perception. value-priced menus of and that), an Italian resPerception Wine is dediCharleston Restaurant taurant, pizzeria and mozcated to producing small Week through Jan. 31. zarella bar, has opened at quantities of the finest Visit restaurantweeksc.

1116 Basketweave Drive. quality Pinot Noir, Charcom to view each restaudonnay & Zinfandel, using 416-8290. rant’s menu and make resFinally, Sushi Taro is unfruit from prestigious famervations. Oak Steakhouse der construction at 1171 ily-owned vineyards in the is at 17 Broad St., 722-4220.

Russian River Valley and on Basketweave Drive. An O-Ku is at 463 King St., 737opening date has not been the Sonoma Coast. The re0112. ception starts at 7 p.m., din- set. ner begins at 7:30 p.m. and Woodlands service you can have all of the pair- Dinner at Golden Cup Having dinner at the ings for $90. Halls ChopWoodlands? If you are a The Golden Cup Cafe on house is at 434 King St. Johns Island has launched a group of seven or more, new dinner menu. The cafe they are providing compliMount Pleasant now serves beer and wine. It mentary shuttle service at There has been a lot of continues to serve breakfast dinner, within a 30-mile radius. For groups of 10 or activity in and near the and lunch Monday-Friday more, they are offering the new Harris Teeter shopping and brunch Saturday and same service for breakfast, center at U.S. Highway 17 Sunday. Golden Cup Cafe and Six Mile Road in Mount is in the Johns Island Shop- lunch or brunch.

Pleasant. ping Center at 3675 MayLadles opened its fourth bank Highway. 559-2727. location in the shopping center. Soup is on 10 a.m.-8 High stepping p.m. Monday-Saturday and The folks at Maverick 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sundays.

Southern Kitchens toast all Sundays in Soups are available for car- things new at High Cotton ryout and by the pot. Hours Charleston. A cocktail party

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Black Bean Company plans to expand to James Island. Ellis Grossman operates a small shop at 116 Spring St. Expansion plans at 869 Folly Road will include a drive-through and seating for 50. A March opening is planned.

HOM, a pingpong and burger joint is going into the space of the former Trusted Palate at 563 King St. An opening date has not been set. If all goes according to schedule, expect to do that “ping you do” between February and March.

Pingpong is now the fifth largest growing sport in America, and actress Susan Sarandon has co-founded a chain of clubs called SPiN.

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There’s a new Hot Spot for soul food in North Charleston

BY ROB YOUNG

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WHAT: Hot Spot Fish and Chicken.

WHERE: 1910 E. Montague Ave., Suite E, North Charleston.

PHONE: 747-9744.

HOURS: Noon-8 p.m. Sunday, 6 a.m.10 p.m. Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-midnight Saturday.

Meal combos alternate day to day. There’s chicken livers, chicken gizzards, baked chicken, plus meatloaf and pork chops. Then for dinner: oxtail, lasagna or ribs. Oxtails, for the uninitiated, are the tails of beef cattle, though if one must be told, one might be unlikely to order.

Sides and veggies are

typical: red rice, cabbage, and macaroni and cheese, as well as corn, beans, and broccoli. They’re generous offerings, too. In any meatand-two combination, the lima beans come out on a bed of white rice, holding court in the larger compartment, while the meat and the side take up the other sections. Smooth and

creamy, the dish is amended with juicy, fatty nuggets of ham.

All meal combos run cheap, between $5.99 and $6.99, consisting of one meat and two veggies and rice. Breakfast is even less, costing only $3.99 for a plate of corn beef, grits and eggs, or pancakes, smoked sausage and eggs, or $4.99

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A plate of fried chicken, lima beans and rice, and macaroni and cheese from Hot Spot Fish and Chicken. for a plate of shrimp and grits, or fish and grits. A side order of two biscuits?

Yours for just $1.

Ah, economics. Sometimes it speaks to the belly just as much as a good meal.

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ot Spot Fish and Chicken. The name gets right down to it, doesn’t it? Though there’s more to the joint than just the soul food staples.

The restaurant, open for five months, makes its home on East Montague Avenue near the Amtrak station in North Charleston. Smallish with minimum decor, the Hot Spot offers cafeteria-style hot plates during lunch.

Still, much of it emerges fresh: the chicken fried upon order, coming out crisp and airy, containing little grease, as well as the cheeseburgers cooked on the griddletop.

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New Orleans flavor is all around The Glass Onion’s menu

it was my father’s dream to open a restaurant — so in a way, I guess I’m living out that dream. harles Vincent grew WHAT: The Glass OnQ: How is running a busiup in New Orleans, ion. ness with three partners? surrounded by great WHERE: 1219 SavanDo you guys each take on food. His early exposure to nah Highway. a specific role in the busidishes such as trout amanPHONE: 225-1717. ness? dine and barbecue shrimp WEBSITE: ilovetheA: I won’t lie — it is a chalrefined his palate and gave glassonion.com. lenge, a constant comprohim a taste for the culinary mise. But it is very nice havlife. ing someone to lean on and Working in the restaurant to Vincent’s longing for a proper New Orleans po’ boy. stimulating to bounce ideas business since he was 14, Q: You love to plan travel off each other. he was 19 when he held a Q: You grew up in New position at Emeril Lagasse’s around food destinations and ideas. What has been Orleans. How important is Delmonico. While there, your favorite “food trip?” the New Orleans cuisine in he met another employee, A: I would say my favorite what you do now?

Sarah O’Kelley, now one of food trip was to Oaxaca, A: New Orleans will always Vincent’s two partners in Mexico. I especially loved play a significant role in the The Glass Onion. the seafood in Puerto Esfood I create. That cuisine Vincent has a passion for is my culinary foundacooking and eating that was condido — Octopus El Diablo and oysters straight tion, and it comes into play instilled in him from his from the ocean. whether I am remembering family, and they are recogQ: Your family is wella dish from my childhood or nized on the GO menu. The represented on the GO one from my days cooking tartar sauce is inspired by at Emeril’s. However, I have his father, the grillades come menu. How do they feel really honed my skills here from his mother and the pot about that?

A: They are proud to be in Charleston, thanks to roast is named for his Aunt a part of the food here. My people like Mike Lata.

Elizabeth. The famous GO Q: Did you expect your po’ boys also are largely due mother and aunt always say

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concept to be so successful in Charleston or has any part of it been a surprise?

A: Of course, I am happy with the success we have had, but in a way, I am not surprised. I always thought New Orleans food ideas would play out well elsewhere — really just the general idea that good food should be a part of every day. There is no need to wait for a special occasion to eat well; every day is a special occasion. That’s the idea in New Orleans and here at the GO. Q: What is your favorite thing on the GO menu?

PROVIDED A: It changes every day, but today it would be our Blue Charles Vincent is a co-owner and chef at The Glass Plate: Bucatini with Keegan Onion.

Filion Pork Confit, Cabbage and Creme Fraiche.

Q: What is your guilty pleasure food?

A: I have to name a few: pork belly, sweetbreads, FIG’s potato puree with bordelaise and Five Guys cheeseburgers.

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Audiences should make a commitment to ‘No Strings Attached’

BY ROGER MOORE The Orlando Sentinel

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van Reitman, whose directing career (“Ghostbusters”) is so long in the tooth that he actually has a son, Jason, directing Oscarworthy comedies, has his best outing in decades with “No Strings Attached,” an amusing flip of the “friends with benefits” sex-leadsto-love romantic comedy formula.

It’s a movie benefiting from another sparkling, sexy and emotionally available performance by Natalie Portman, some clever turns in situations and witty banter that isn’t shy about crossing over into “Hangover” level raunchy.

Elizabeth Meriwether’s script has that “(500) Days of Summer” gimmick, telling the story of this couple in clumps over a 15-year period. Super-smart Emma met hunky-needy Adam at summer camp, way back when, and they had a momentary fling. Ten years later, they meet again and the pretty, flirty Emma (Portman) invites Adam to “this thing” she has to go to. It’s her dad’s funeral. But dopeyhandsome Adam (Ashton Kutcher, NOT cast against type) doesn’t hear the “She’s cut off from her emotions” warning bells, even when she confesses, “If you’re lucky, you’re never going to see me again.”

Another chance encounter years later leads to an exchange of phone numbers.

And then, that magical night when the boy drunk-

movie review ★★★ (of 5) DIRECTOR: Ivan Reitman.

STARRING: Natalie Portman, Ashton Kutcher, Greta Gerwig, Kevin Kline, Lake Bell.

RATED: R for sexual content, language and some drug material.

RUN TIME: 1 hour, 36 minutes WHAT DID YOU THINK?: Find this review at www.charlestonscene.com and offer your opinion of the film. dials the girl and something begins. But don’t call it a thoroughly modern romance. Emma, now an MIT trained doctor, won’t have that. She’s busy. She’s guarded. And she’s interested in sex — somebody “in my bed at 2 a.m.” — and nothing more.

They have their romps, but snuggling and the like — real intimacy — scares her off. So for Adam, the chase is on.

Portman, almost certainly an Oscar nominee for “Black Swan,” carries this movie with her warmth and her wicked way with an incredibly crude come-on.

Kutcher is better at bringing the funny than in carrying the emotional weight. Reitman didn’t suddenly evolve into a warmer, deeper filmmaker, either.

But the director surrounds his leads with funny people saying witty things.

Adam’s best friend (Jake M. Johnson) mocks him for giving his lady love a gift of balloons — “Who do you think you are, the old guy from ‘Up’?” Kevin Kline plays Adam’s has-

been TV star dad, a lecher who thinks nothing of taking up with one of Adam’s ex-girlfriends. Lake Bell is the leggy but awkward and lovestruck co-worker at Adam’s job. (He’s a production assistant on a “Glee”-like high school musical show.)

And the wonderful Greta Gerwig (“Greenberg”) spices up the role of Emma’s college pal, the one who barely outgrows that sorority girl’s mating call — “I’m so druuuuuunk.”

Whatever corners the writer Meriwither paints herself into, and this movie seems stitched from several recent romances including “Rachel Getting Married” (Olivia Thirlby is Emma’s younger, matrimony-minded sibling) — cute situations and cheeky dialogue bail her out.

And the sentiment — her love of convenience, his love of love — hasn’t grown old, through “(500) Days of Summer,” “Up in the Air” (by Reitman’s son) and “Love & Other Drugs,” though it might by the time a movie actually titled “Friends with Benefits” hits theaters this summer.

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James Island 8: Today: 4:20, 7, 9:45 Palmetto Grande: Today: 1:40, 4:40, 7:20, 10 Regal 18: Today: 2:15, 5:10, 8:15

Citadel 16 IMAX: Today-Thurs, Jan. 27: 11:50, 2:20, 4:50, 7:20, 9:50 Citadel 16: Today-Thurs, Jan. 27: 1, 3:25, 5:50, 8:15 Hippodrome: Sat: 3:10, 5:15, 7:20 Sun: 3:10, 5:15, 7:20, 9:25 Mon-Fri: 7:20, 9:25 James Island 8 3D: Today: 4:30, 7:10, 9:45 Northwoods 3D: Today-Thurs, Jan. 27: 12:15, 2:40, 5:05, 7:30, 9:55 Palmetto Grande 3D: Today: 1:20, 2:20, 4:20, 5, 7, 7:40, 9:40, 10:20 Regal 3D: Today: 2, 5, 8

THE DILEMMA ★★½ PG-13 Ronny (Vince Vaughn) catches his best friend’s wife with another man. Also starring Kevin James and Winona Ryder.

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127 HOURS ★★★★★ R

A hiker becomes trapped in an isolated canyon in Utah.

Citadel 16: Today: 7, 9:15 Fri-Thurs, Jan. 27: 12:30, 2:45, 5, 7:10, 9:25

BLACK SWAN ★★★★ R

A psychological thriller centering on a ballet dancer (Natalie Portman) and her rival (Mila Kunis). Directed by Darren Aronofsky.

Azalea Sqaure: Today: 1:30, 4:05, 6:55, 9:30 Cinebarre: Today: 1:40, 4:15, 7:20, 10 Citadel 16: Today-Thurs, Jan. 27: 11:40, 2, 4:30, 7:10, 9:35 Northwoods: Today: 12:10, 2:35, 5, 7:25, 9:50 Fri-Thurs, Jan. 27: 12:10, 2:35, 5, 7:25 Palmetto Grande: Today: 2:10, 4:50, 7:35, 10:10 Regal 18: Today: 2:05, 5:05, 8:10 Terrace: Today-Thurs, Jan. 27: 1:30, 4, 7, 9:15

Azalea Square: Today: 11:50, 12:20, 2:25, 2:55, 5:05, 5:35, 7:40, 8:10, 10:15, 10:45 Cinebarre: Today: 1:55, 4:40, 7:25, 10:10 Citadel 16: Today-Thurs, Jan. 27: noon, 1, 2:20, 3:20, 4:45, 5:25, 7, 8:10, 9:40 James Island 8: Today: 4:15, 7, 9:40 Northwoods: Today-Thurs, Jan. 27: 12:20, 2:35, 5, 7:25, 9:50 Palmetto Grande: Today: 1:30, 2:30, 4:30, 5:10, 7:10, 7:50, 9:50, 10:30 Regal 18: Today: 1:10, 1:50, 3:50, 4:30, 6:40, 7:10, 9:20, 9:50

THE FIGHTER ★★★★ R

GULLIVER’S TRAVELS ★½ PG

After a storm-tossed voyage, travel writer Lemuel Gulliver finds himself on an island inhabited by six-inch-tall Lilliputians.

Azalea Square 3D: Today: 1, 3:15 Citadel 16 3D: Today: 2:20, 9:40 Hwy 21: Today: 8:30 James Island 8: Today: 4:45, 7, 9:15 Palmetto Grande 3D: Today: 5:05, 9:55 Regal 18: Today: 2:10, 4:20

Former boxing hero Dicky Eklund (Christian Bale) and his halfbrother Micky Ward (Mark Wahlberg) train for a historic title bout.

Cinebarre: Today: 2:05, 4:45, 7:35, 10:30 Citadel 16: Today: 11:50, 2:10, 4:50, 7:10, 9:40 Hwy 21: Today: 9 James Island 8: Today: 4:10, 7, 9:45 Northwoods: Today: 7:30, 9:50 Fri-Thurs, Jan. 27: 4:30, 9:50 Palmetto Grande: Today: 1:50, 4:35, 7:25, 10:05 Regal 18: Today: 2:25, 5:15, 8:20

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THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA: THE VOYAGE OF THE DAWN TREADER ★★★½ PG

HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS: PART 1 ★★★★ PG-13

Edmund and Lucy Pevensie return to Narnia and accompany Caspian on a voyage to Aslan’s Country.

Harry, Ron, and Hermione search for Lord Voldemort’s Horcruxes in their continued efforts to defeat him.

Azalea Square 3D: Today: 1:20, 4:20, 7:45, 10:25 Cinebarre: Today: 1:30, 4:10, 6:55, 9:35 Citadel 16 3D: Today: 11:50, 4:50, 7:15 Fri-Thurs, Jan. 27: 3, 9:25 Northwoods 3D: Today: 12:45, 3, 5:15 Palmetto Grande 3D: Today: 2:25, 7:15

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Citadel 16: Today-Thurs, Jan. 27: 11:50, 2:50, 6:50 Palmetto Grande: Today: 1:10, 4:25 Regal 18: Today: 1:05, 4:15, 7:45

COUNTRY STRONG ★★★ PG-13

THE GREEN HORNET ★★ PG-13

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Fallen country star Kelly Canter (Gwyneth Paltrow) goes on a tour staged by her husband/manager James (Tim McGraw).

After his prominent father dies, Britt Reid and his father’s assistant Kato team up to fight crime.

Azalea Square: Today: 12:30, 2:50, 5:10, 7:35, 10 Citadel 16: Today: 9:45 Northwoods: Today: 9:45 Fri-Thurs, Jan. 27: 9:50 Regal 18: Today: 1:45, 4:10, 6:40, 9:15

Azalea Square: Today: 1:50, 4:40, 7:40, 10:20 Citadel 16: Today-Thurs, Jan. 27: 11:50, 2:15, 4:40, 7:05, 9:45

THEATERS

Azalea Square: Today: noon, 2:10, 2:40, 4:50, 5:20, 7:30, 8, 10:10, 10:40 Cinebarre 3D: Today: 1:40, 4:25, 7:30, 10:25

A comedy about first-year medical residents.

Azalea Square, 215 Azalea Square Blvd., Summerville, 821-8000 | Cinebarre, 963 Houston-Northcutt Blvd., Mount Pleasant, 884-7885 | Citadel Mall Stadium 16 with IMAX, 2072 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., 556-4629 | Highway 21 Drive In, Beaufort, 8464500 | James Island 8, Folly and Central Park Rd., 795-9499 | Hippodrome, 360 Concord St., Suite 100, 724-9132 | Cinemark Movies 8, 4488 Ladson Rd., Summerville, 800-326-3264 (dial 1415#) | Palmetto Grande, U.S. 17 North, Mount Pleasant, 216TOWN | Regal Cinemas 18, 2401 Mall Drive, North Charleston, 529-1946 | Terrace, 1956-D Maybank Hwy., 762-9494 | Ivanhoe Cinema 4, Walterboro, 549-6400 | Northwoods Stadium Cinemas, 2181 Northwoods Blvd., North Charleston, 518-6000

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HOW DO YOU KNOW ★★★ PG-13

Palmetto Grande 3D: Today: 1:35, 4, 6:45, 9:20 Regal 18 3D: Today: 1, 3:30, 6:50, 9:25

Palmetto Grande: Today: 2:35, 5:15, 7:55, 10:30 Regal 18: Today: 1:25, 4, 6:35, 9:10

THE TOURIST ★★★ PG-13

Lisa and George find themselves in crisis when the things that are most important to them are taken away.

Cinebarre: Today: 1:35, 4:20, 7:15, 10:05

While in Italy, Frank meets Elise, who is attempting to mislead those following her criminal ex-lover.

I LOVE YOU PHILLIP MORRIS ★★★★½ R

Azalea Square: Today: 7:05, 9:35 Cinebarre: Today: 2:20, 4:50, 7:45, 10:15 Palmetto Grande: Today: 6:55, 9:25 Regal 18: Today: 1:35, 4:40, 9:55

While in prison, Steven Russell meets the love of his life, Phillip Morris.

TRON: LEGACY ★★ PG

Terrace: Today: 1:20, 4:05, 7:10, 9:25

Sam Flynn is transported to the digital world.

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THE KING’S SPEECH ★★★★★ R With the help of therapist Lionel Logue (Geoffrey Rush), King George VI (Colin Firth) overcomes a speech impediment and unites his people.

Azalea Square: Today: 1:15, 4:15, 7:15, 10:05 Citadel 16: Today-Thurs, Jan. 27: 11:40, 2:10, 4:35, 7:05, 9:35 Palmetto Grande: Today: 2, 4:45, 7:30, 10:15 Regal 18: Today: 1:15, 4:05, 6:55, 9:45 Terrace: Today: 1:45, 4:30, 7:20, 9:35 Fri-Thurs, Jan. 27: 1:45, 4:30, 7:30, 9:35

LITTLE FOCKERS ★ PG-13

Greg and Pam now have 10-year-old twins, and both sides of the family come together to celebrate the twins’ birthday.

Azalea Square: Today: 12:10, 2:40, 4:55, 7:25, 9:50 Cinebarre: Today: 2, 4:30, 7:10, 9:45 Citadel 16: Today-Thurs, Jan. 27: noon, 2:10, 4:20, 7:25, 9:45 James Island 8: Today: 4:50, 7:10, 9:35 Northwoods: Today-Thurs, Jan. 27: 12:45, 2:55, 5:05, 7:20, 9:45

THEATERS

Cinebarre 3D: Today: 1:10, 4, 7;05, 10 Citadel 16 3D: Today-Thurs, Jan. 27: 1:15, 4, 7:10, 9:40 James Island 8 3D: Today: 4:05, 7, 9:50 Northwoods 3D: Today-Thurs, Jan. 27: 7:10, 9:35 Palmetto Grande 3D: Today: 1, 3:50, 6:40, 9:35 Regal 18 3D: Today: 1:10, 3:55, 6:45, 9:30

*NO STRINGS ATTACHED ★★★ R

TRUE GRIT ★★★★ PG-13

Lifelong friends Emma (Natalie Portman) and Adam (Ashton Kutcher) make a pact to keep from falling in love.

U.S. Marshal Rooster Cogburn helps a girl find her father’s murderer.

Cinebarre: Fri: 2:10, 4:45, 7:35, 10:15 Citadel 16: Fri-Thurs, Jan. 27: 12:15, 2:35, 4:50, 7:10, 9:40 James Island 8: Fri and Mon-Thurs, Jan. 27: 4:15, 7, 9:45 Sat-Sun: 1:35, 4:15, 7, 9:45 Northwoods: Fri-Thurs, Jan. 27: 12:30, 2:45, 5, 7:15, 9:30 Regal 18: Fri: 1, 3:45, 7, 9:35

SEASON OF THE WITCH ★ PG-13 Crusaders Behmen (Nicolas Cage) and Felson (Ron Perlman) must transport a girl to her trial when she is accused of being the source of a devastating plague.

Cinebarre: Today: 2:15, 4:35, 7, 9:25 Citadel 16: Today: 12:20, 2:30, 4:45, 7:30, 9:50 Fri-Thurs, Jan. 27: 9:50 James Island 8: Today: 4:15, 7, 9:30 Northwoods: Today: 1, 3:10, 5:25, 7:35 Fri-Thurs, Jan. 27: 1, 7 Palmetto Grande: Today: 2:40, 5:20, 8, 10:20 Regal 18: Today: 7:30, 9:50

TANGLED ★★ PG A princess escapes her tower-prison in this adaptation of “Rapunzel.”

Citadel 16: Today: noon, 2:15, 4:30 Fri-Thurs, Jan. 27: noon, 2:15, 4:30, 7

Azalea Square: Today: 12:05, 2:20, 4:30 Cinebarre: Today: 2:10, 4:55, 7:40, 10:20 Citadel 16: Today-Thurs, Jan. 27: 12:05, 2:30, 4:45, 7:35, 9:50 Hwy 21: Today: 7 Northwoods: Today-Thurs, Jan. 27: 12:55, 3:05, 5:15, 7:25, PARAMOUNT PICTURES 9:35 Palmetto Grande: Today: 1:15, 4:10, 6:50, 7:45, 9:30, 10:25 Regal 18: Today: 1:30, 4:25, 7, 9:35 Terrace: Today-Thurs, Jan. 27: 2, 4:15, 7:15, 9:20

YOGI BEAR ★ PG Yogi and Boo Boo join Ranger Smith to save Jellystone Park.

Citadel 16 3D: Today: 12:30, 3, 5:25, 7:25, 9:25 Fri-Thurs, Jan. 27: 12:30, 5:25, 7:25 Hwy 21: Today: 7 Northwoods 3D: Today-Thurs, Jan. 27: 12:50, 2:50, 4:50 Palmetto Grande: Today: 2:05, 4:15 Regal 18 3D: Today: 1:40, 4:05, 6:30, 9:05

Azalea Square, 215 Azalea Square Blvd., Summerville, 821-8000 | Cinebarre, 963 Houston-Northcutt Blvd., Mount Pleasant, 884-7885 | Citadel Mall Stadium 16 with IMAX, 2072 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., 556-4629 | Highway 21 Drive In, Beaufort, 8464500 | James Island 8, Folly and Central Park Rd., 795-9499 | Hippodrome, 360 Concord St., Suite 100, 724-9132 | Cinemark Movies 8, 4488 Ladson Rd., Summerville, 800-326-3264 (dial 1415#) | Palmetto Grande, U.S. 17 North, Mount Pleasant, 216TOWN | Regal Cinemas 18, 2401 Mall Drive, North Charleston, 529-1946 | Terrace, 1956-D Maybank Hwy., 762-9494 | Ivanhoe Cinema 4, Walterboro, 549-6400 | Northwoods Stadium Cinemas, 2181 Northwoods Blvd., North Charleston, 518-6000

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Moxie Fridays in

MICHAEL H. RICHMOND C00-454937

“Drayton Hall Medallion”

Lowcountry surroundings are ‘magic’ to pencil artist by the architecture and ready to document the experience with a camera in ichael H. Richhand. Richmond brackets mond is a pencil the recommended exposure artist who is inand works from the photospired by graph to create his in-depth light and drawings of historic buildthe shadow ings. and contrast Richmond finds the time it creates. to draw in between workWith his ing during the day at the drawings, Medical University of he captures South Carolina and spendthe depth ing time with his family.

Richmond and color In November, Richmond that light was awarded the Pauline creates with only graphite Law Memorial Award for on paper.

Graphics at the 97th annual The drawings are meticu- Exhibition Allied Artists lous and awe-inspiring. The of America at the National time-consuming process Arts Club. He is experibegins with Richmond menting with creating largwalking through the streets er pieces that document the of Charleston, enchanted architecture of the build-

BY VIKKI MATSIS

Special to The Post and Courier

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ings in New York City.

“My approach to art is done mostly by looking.

The more looking I do, the more I’m amazed by everything around me. The more I understand about how light works, the more detail I see and draw. I draw because it leads me to learn about myself and my relationship to what surrounds me. To see the same marsh view being brought to life by either strong, golden morning rays or the subtle purplish hues around sunset is magic to me,” he said.

WEBSITE: www.michaelhrichmond.com.

CONTACT INFO: 452-7431.

BIRTH DATE: Jan. 4, New Jersey.

RESIDENCE: Mount Pleasant, 35 years.

FAMILY: Wife, Lynn Hinnant Richmond; daughter, Morgen Pressley; two cats: Mattie and Sasha.

EDUCATION: Bachelor of Arts in English.

CAREER: Pencil artist and employee in the MUSC computer department.

WHAT BOOK ARE YOU READING NOW?: “Tinkers”

by Paul Harding.

INFLUENCES: Bruce Strauch, Carroll Jones III and Larry Gale as well as the spectacular architecture of Charleston PRICE RANGE: $1,200$3,000 for originals WHERE IS YOUR ARTWORK FEATURED LOCALLY?: Drayton Hall, Magnolia Plantation, Terrace Oaks Antique Mall and the Old Exchange Building

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upcoming

CHARLESTON BOAT SHOW: Noon-6 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sunday. Charleston Area Convention Center, 5001 Coliseum Drive, North Charleston. $5-$8 adults, $3 children 4-12, free to children three and under. The 31st annual Charleston Boat Show will feature a collection of the newest boat models, a fishing simulator, adults’ and children’s fishing clinics, prizes, kids’ activities, fishing seminars and more. www.thecharlestonboatshow.com.

CHARLESTON HOME + DESIGN SHOW: 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Jan. 28; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Jan. 29; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Jan. 30. $7, $15 for Kitchens, Baths + All That Jazz. Charleston Home + Design Magazine presents its annual show, which will feature design consultations, idea rooms inspired by local bakeries, An Evening of Kitchens, Baths + All That Jazz, speed dating for builders, architects and interior designers, seminars, a silent auction and more. www.charlestonhomeanddesignshow.com.

ongoing

ALTERNATIVE ENERGY FORUM: 7-8 p.m. third Wednesday of each month. C of C Hollings Science Center, Room 112, 58 Coming St. Free. Network at Mellow Mushroom afterward. www.gogreencharleston.org.

ASTRONOMY CLUB: 7-9 p.m.

First Thursday of each month.

Atlantic Aviation, 6060 Aviation Ave., North Charleston. The Lowcountry Stargazers Astronomy Club meets each month. www.lowcountrystargazers.org.

853-4651. shgalos@juno.com.

CYPRESS SWAMP TOURS: LOWCOUNTRY BACKPACK1-4 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays ERS CLUB: 7-8:30 p.m. second and Saturdays. Middleton Place Thursday of each month. Collins Park Clubhouse, 4115 Fellowship Outdoor Center, 4300 Ashley River Road. $55-$65. 266-7492 or Road, North Charleston.

OPEN STUDIO: 10 a.m.-12:30 www.middletonplace.org. p.m. Last Tuesday of each “DROWN THEN SWIM”: month. The Meeting Place, Through Jan. 23. City Gallery at 1077 E. Montague Ave., North Waterfront Park, 34 Prioleau St. Tim Hussey will showcase a col- Charleston. $5. Each class will be lection of more than 96 works of taught by professional artists. art produced between 2000 and 740-5854.

PARENT/CHILD BALLROOM 2010. 958-6484.

CLASSES: 6:30-7 p.m. ThursEARLY MORNING BIRD days. G.M. Darby Building, 302 WALKS: 8:30 a.m.-noon.

Pitt St., Mount Pleasant. $30 resiWednesdays and Saturdays. dents, $37 nonresidents. Parents Caw Caw Interpretive Center, and youths ages 5-9 will learn 5200 Savannah Highway, Ravenel. $5; Gold Pass members free. basic dance steps. 849-2061 or Preregistration encouraged, but www.townofmountpleasant. com. walk-ins welcome. 795-4386 or POSTPARTUM SUPPORT www.ccprc.com.

DREAMSTIME EAST COOPER COFFEE CLUB: GROUP: 6:30-8 p.m. First and The 21st annual Lowcountry Blues Bash is Feb. 3-19 in Charleston. Venues third Thursday of each month.

10 a.m. Fourth Wednesday of include clubs, bars, pubs, restaurants, art galleries, a church, a rec center, a Church of the Holy Cross, 299 each month. Franke at Seaside, community center, hotel, and even a boat. Most shows are free, with concerts Seven Farms Drive, Daniel Is1885 Rifle Range Road, Mount starting at noon on many days. There will be 50 national, regional and local land. Psychologist Risa MasonPleasant. Bring a mug and see blues acts. Visit www.bluesbash.com.

Cohen leads a support group. presentations by different 769-0444. speakers. Refreshments will be PRESERVATION TECH provided. 856-2166.

ART DISCOVERY WALKING BRIDGE LESSONS: 3-5 p.m. or Tuesday of each month. Ryan’s TOURS: 8:30-10:30 a.m. First FIBER ARTS EXHIBIT: TOURS: 10:30 a.m. Saturdays.

6:30-8:30 p.m. Mondays. Bridge restaurant, 829 St. Andrews Saturday of each month. DrayThrough Jan. 31. Charleston Gibbes Museum of Art, 135 Center, 1740 Ashley River Road.

Blvd. jeannescla@aol.com. ton Hall, 3380 Ashley River Road.

County Main Library, 68 CalMeeting St. $20. 90-minute tour $135 for 11 beginner sessions.

CHARLESTON MUSIC CLUB: houn St. Addelle Sanders, an art- $20 members, $25 nonmemhighlights historic sites that 556-4145.

Free music programs through ist known for her use of textiles, bers. Tours will showcase the have inspired artists for centuBOOK LOVERS GROUP: May. 795-7842 or www.charlestechnical aspects of the planwill exhibit her work. 805-6930. ries. www.charlestonwalks.com 7-9 p.m. third Friday of every tonmusicclub.org. tation’s preservation efforts, FOLLY BEACH BLUEGRASS or 729-3420. month. Dreamalot Books, 123-B CHOPSTICKS: 3-5 p.m. FriSOCIETY: Thursdays. The Kitch- design, architecture and more.

“ART IN THE EVENING”: 7:30 S. Goose Creek Blvd. Come with days. Charleston County Main en, 11 Center St. Bring an instru- 769-2638 or www.draytonhall. p.m. Fridays. Charleston Market. a book and a snack. 572-4188.

Library, 68 Calhoun St. All ages. ment and participate in an open org.

An art show and sale accompaCANOE AND KAYAK TOURS: Light classical music and favorite jam. 345-1678.

“REORIENTATION IV”: Fridaynied by live music. 937-0920.

9 a.m.-noon. Saturdays. Francis children’s songs while kids color Feb. 26. Redux Contemporary FREE SHAG LESSONS: JuBALLROOM DANCE CLASSBeidler Forest, 336 Sanctuary with friends. 805-6930.

Art Center, 136 St. Philip St. niors 6 p.m.; beginners 7 p.m.; ES: 7-8 p.m. Thursdays. Ballroom Road, Harleyville. $30 adults, $15 CHORUS REHEARSALS: advanced 7:30 p.m.; open dance Redux will host its biannual Dance Club of Charleston, children 6-12. Paddle through 3:30-5 p.m. Tuesdays. Franke at 8-10 p.m. Mondays. Summerville juried show that will spotlight 1632 Ashley Hall Road. $30 virgin swamp while a naturalist Seaside, 1885 Rifle Range Road, Country Club, 400 Country Club the work of the gallery’s private per month. Taught by Steven points out plants and animals.

Mount Pleasant. The Franke studio, print shop and darkroom Blvd. 214-0242.

Duane. 557-7690.

462-2150 or www.beidlerforest. Chorus invites men and women artists. An opening reception THE GATHERING BOOK BALLROOM DANCE PARcom. to join. 654-5973, 881-1158 or will be 6-9 p.m. Jan. 21 and will GROUP: 7 p.m. Last Thursday TIES: Every weekend (except CAROLINA SHAG WORK881-9691. include beverages and hors of each month. Barnes & Noble, holidays). Creative Spark Center SHOPS: Saturdays. Trudy’s CHRISTOPHER’S READING d’oeuvres. 722-0697 or www.

1716 Towne Centre Way, Mount for the Arts, 757 Long Point School of Dance, 830 Folly Road, ROOM: 4-4:30 p.m. Thursdays. reduxstudios.org.

Pleasant. 216-9756.

Road, Mount Pleasant. $10 (may James Island. $25 for two-hour John’s Island Library, 3531 May“RHYTHM AND STROKES”: GRASSROOTS CALL TO ACincrease for theme or dinner lessons. For students at any bank Highway. Grades 6-12. Earn TION: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays.

Through March 11. The Avery parties). Adult ballroom dance level. Registration required. 795- one John’s Island Library dollar Research Center for AfricanFort Johnson Cafe and Coffee, party with group lessons be8250. for each session. 559-1945.

American History and Culture, 1014 Fort Johnson Road, James forehand. 881-3780.

CELTIC FIDDLE CLASSES: “THE CIVIL WAR BEGINS”: 125 Bull St. Free. The center will Island. 810-0088 or grassrootBEGINNER SHAG LESSONS: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Na Through April. Karpeles Manuhost an exhibit by artist Hampscalltoaction@gmail.com.

8:15 p.m. Mondays. Arthur MurFidleiri and the Taylor Music script Museum, 68 Spring St. ton R. Olfus Jr. that examines the “LET’S DISCUSS IT” BOOK ray Dance Studio, 1706 Old Group will conduct preparatory Free. The museum will host an African diaspora. 953-7609 or GROUP: 10 a.m. Third Friday of Towne Road. $10 per class. 571classes. 819-6961. exhibit consisting of about two each month. Mount Pleasant Re- www.avery.cofc.edu.

2183 or www.arthurmurraychs.

CHARLESTON CIVIL WAR dozen items on Secession and gional Library, 1133 Mathis Ferry Please see CALENDAR, Page 32E com.

ROUND TABLE: 7 p.m. Second the beginning of the Civil War. Road. New members welcome.

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SALSA DANCE LESSONS: 6:45 and 7:30 p.m. Mondays. Arthur Murray Dance Studio, 1706 Old Towne Road. $10 per class. Beginner and advanced lessons.

571-2183 or www.arthurmurraychs.com.

SALSA NIGHT AT SOUTHEND BREWERY: 10 p.m. Thursdays at Southend Brewery, 161 East Bay St. $4 cover. DJ Luigi mixes live.

853-4677.

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE LESSONS: 7 p.m. Thursdays. Felix C. Davis Community Center, 4800 Park Circle, North Charleston. Free. No partner needed.

810-7797.

SEA TURTLE HOSPITAL TOURS: 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays-Sundays. S.C. Aquarium, 100 Aquarium Wharf. $8 ages 2-11, $16 adults, $14 ages 62 and older. Reservations recommended. 577-3474.

“SECESSIONISTS, SOLDIERS AND SLAVES”: Through Dec. 31, 2015. Middleton Place, 4300 Ashley River Road. Middleton Place and the Edmonston-Alston House will host special exhibits in honor of the Civil War sesquicentennial anniversaries that will follow the lives of the Middleton and Alston families and their friends and slaves. 556-6020 or www.middletonplace.org.

SHAG LESSONS: 7:30 p.m.

Mondays for four weeks. Wando High School, 1000 Warrior Way, Mount Pleasant. $40. No partner required. 886-9920.

SIERRA CLUB/ROBERT LUNZ GROUP: 7 p.m. First Thursday of each month. Baruch Auditorium, 284 Calhoun St. www.southcarolina.sierraclub.org/lunz.

“SOUTH BY SOUTHWEST”: Through Jan. 27. Rick Rhodes Photography, 1842 Belgrade Ave. Local photographer Tom Ogburn will showcase small digital photographs taken during his travels across the country.

766-7425 or www.rickrhodesphotography.com.

SQUARE DANCE CLASS: 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Felix C. Davis Community Center, 4800 Park Circle, North Charleston. 5523630.

SUMMERVILLE 9-12 GROUP: Every third Thursday of the month. Holiday Inn Express, 120 Holiday Drive, Summerville. The Summerville 9-12 Project holds monthly meetings. www.sum-

“MUSIC MATTERS!” CONCERT SERIES: 7 p.m. Franke at Seaside, 1885 Rifle Range Road, Mount Pleasant. Free.

The School of the Arts presents “String Extravaganza.” 856-9870.

saturday

CHARLESTON COOKS! ANNIVERSARY: 1-4 p.m. Charleston Cooks!, 194 East Bay St. The store will celebrate its sixth anniversary with free cooking demos and tips, knife sharpening, product samples, raffles and more. 724-3808 or www. mavericksouthernkitchens.com.

ALBUM RELEASE PARTIES: 2 and 4 p.m. Monster Music, 946 Orleans Road. Celebrate the release of two albums by local artists. At 2 p.m., Righchus will perform in-store and sell copies FILE/STAFF of his new CD “Sweetgrass and Jazz trumpeter Charlton Singleton will appear in the Charleston Musical Supras.” He will be followed by Heritage Productions’ second season of “The Sound of Charleston,” featuring Cary Ann Hearst at 4 p.m., who music that showcases the area’s rich musical heritage, from gospel to will also perform songs from her Gershwin. The season will begin Wednesday and will conclude with three new album. 571-4657 or www. matinees during the Spoleto Festival. Nineteen concerts are planned in the myspace.com/monstermusicanseries to held at the Circular Congregational Church, 150 Meeting St. Concert dmovies. dates run through June 11. Tickets are $28 for adults and $24 for seniors and “MUSIC AND OYSTERS FOR students, and $16 for children ages 4-11 and are available at area Charleston WILDLIFE”: 2-6 p.m. Sewee visitor centers, by calling 270-4903 or by visiting www.soundofcharleston.

Outpost, 4853 U.S. Highway 17, com.

Awendaw. $35 in advance, $40 at gate, children 12 and under free.

The Sewee Outpost will team up merville912project.com.

Business Network will host a 500-D, Daniel Island. First class with the Southeastern Wildlife SUMMERVILLE WRITERS networking event at Henry’s free. 881-3233 or www.pilatesand Environment Education AsGUILD: 6:30 p.m. Last Monday and will proceed to NV Dance vstudio.com. sociation to present a fundraiser of each month. Perkins ResLounge for a red carpet video featuring all-you-can-eat oysters, taurant, 1700 Old Trolley Road, premiere of two locally made as well as barbecue, burgers and BOOK SIGNING: 5-8 p.m.

Summerville. 871-7824. video productions. www.thebeverages available for purchase.

Four Green Fields Gallery, 117-A TANGO LESSONS: 7:30-8:30 lowcountrybusinessnetwork.

There also will be music by Hank Central Ave., Summerville. Lop.m. beginner class; 8:30-9:30 eventbrite.com.

Futch and the Blue Dogs, Occal author and photographer p.m. practice. Tuesdays, MUSC SUMMERVILLE 9-12 PROJcasional Milkshake, Doug Jones John Brewton will exhibit his Wellness Center, 45 Courtenay ECT: 6:30 p.m. Holiday Inn with Cravin’ Melon, Danielle photography and sign copies Drive. Free. 345-4930.

Express, 120 Holiday Drive, Howle and others. Guests should of his novel, “The Pope’s Gold.”

WEST ASHLEY DEMOCRATS Summerville. Pastor Chris Horne bring oyster knives, gloves and a 261-7680 or www.fourgreenMEETINGS: 6:30 p.m. second will give a presentation entitled chair or blanket. Tickets may be fieldsgallery.com.

Tuesday of each month. Jewish “What We Need to Know About purchased at the Sewee Outpost SUMMERVILLE THIRD Community Center, 1645 WalBiblical Governance.” www.sum- or by visiting www.seweeassolenberg Blvd. westashleydemo- THURSDAY: 5-8 p.m. Downmerville912project.com. ciation.org. town Summerville. Celebrate crats@gmail.com.

CAROLOPOLIS AWARDS: 7 SPAGHETTI DINNER: 4-7 p.m. the new year during SummerWINE TASTINGS: 6-8 p.m. p.m. Riviera Theatre and Confer- Folly Beach Exchange Club, 206 ville DREAM’s Third Thursday.

Fridays. Whole Foods Market, ence Center, Charleston Place, W. Indian St. $8. The club will Beginning at 10 a.m. the day of 923 Houston Northcutt Blvd., 227 King St. The Preservation host a dinner featuring spaghetthe event, participants are invit- Society of Charleston will host Mount Pleasant. Until the 2011 ti, salad, garlic bread, dessert Charleston Wine + Food Festival, ed to pick up game and puzzle its 2011 membership meeting and tea. 697-5705. pieces that could help them win and 57th Carolopolis and Pro Whole Foods will host weekly SUMMERVILLE SHAG CLUB: $1,000 in DREAM gift certifiwine tastings to showcase the Merito awards program. Light 7 p.m. Summerville Country festival’s winemakers. 971-7240. cates. The event also will feature refreshments will be provided.

Club, 400 Country Club Blvd. $15 carriage rides, after-holiday ZEN MEDITATION: 7-8 p.m.

722-4630 or www.preservation- in advance, $20 at door. Enjoy shopping and more. 821-7260 or society.org.

Mondays. Silent sitting meditafood, dancing and live music by www.summervilledream.org. tion and facilitated discussion.

FRIENDS OF DANIEL ISLAND Mark Roberts and The Breeze. A NETWORKING EVENT: 6-7 E-mail seaislandcitizen@gmail.

LIBRARY: 7 p.m. Daniel Island cash bar will be available. 214p.m. Henry’s Bar and Restaurant, Library, 2301 Daniel Island Drive. 0242 or 873-2210. com.

54 N. Market St.; 7-9 p.m. NV ZUMBA: 9 a.m. Mondays; 7 New members invited. A busip.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays; 10 Dance Lounge, 49 N. Market ness meeting will be followed CHARLESTON BRIDAL St. Free to members, $10-$12 a.m. Saturdays. Pilates V Studio, by a planning meeting for the SHOW: Noon-5 p.m. Gaillard nonmembers. The Low Country 2011 House Tour. 471-2522.

186 Seven Farms Drive, Suite

today

sunday

Auditorium, 77 Calhoun St. $10.

Plan the perfect wedding with the help of the annual Charleston Bridal Show. Shop the best wedding venues, caterers, bakeries, boutiques, photographers and everything else needed for that special day. 452-3950 or www.awonderfulwedding.com.

BOOK SIGNING: 3-5 p.m.

Blue Bicycle Books, 420 King St. Gloria Cohen, a local author, will sign copies of her book, “Straw Dreams.” 722-2666.

monday

IAAP MEETING: 6 p.m. dinner; 6:45 p.m. meeting. Lonnie Hamilton III Public Services Building, 4045 Bridge View Drive, North Charleston. $10 for dinner. The International Association of Administrative Professionals will meet for a presentation by Sherlonda Adkins on “Maintaining a Positive Attitude in the Workplace.” 766-9091.

SUSTAINABLE SEAFOOD DINNER: 6:30 p.m. The Boathouse at Breach Inlet, 101 Palm Blvd., Isle of Palms. $55. The South Carolina Aquarium teams up with chef Charles M. Arena Jr. to produce a five-course dinner paired with sustainable wines.

886-8000 or www.scaquarium. org.

CMC RECITAL: 7:30 p.m. Franke at Seaside, 1885 Rifle Range Road, Mount Pleasant. The Charleston Music Club presents a free concert by Lara Wilson and Amanda Hurren Jones. Refreshments provided. 795-7842.

tuesday

GARDEN CLUB MEETING: 9 a.m. registration. Felix Davis Building, 4800 Park Circle, North Charleston. The Council of Garden Clubs of Greater Charleston, will host a workshop beginning at 9:15 a.m. on how to wax camellias, followed by a council meeting beginning at 10 a.m.

762-1243.

CREATIVE RETIREMENT LECTURES: 1 and 2:30 p.m. St. Joseph Family Life Center, 1695 Raoul Wallenberg Blvd. The Center for Creative Retirement presents two lectures. Both will be given

by Joseph Weyers, a professor with the College of Charleston, who will present “Language and Culture: You Are What You Say” followed by “Language Change in Uruguay.” 953-5488.

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SINGLES MIXER: 6-8 p.m.

Village Tavern, 1055 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Mount Pleasant. Singles in the City Social Network will host a mixer for professionals 35 and older.

793-1261 or www.meetup.com/ singles-2517.

“WOMEN AND POWER”: 68 p.m. Center for Women, 129 Cannon St. $25 members, $35 nonmembers. Explore what “women and power” mean in 2011 during this program presented by Jennet Robinson Alterman, executive director of the Center for Women. A light supper will be served. 763-7333 or www.c4women.org.

FREE HEALTH SEMINAR: 6:30 p.m. Woodruff Wellness Clinic, 1019 Physicians Drive.

Learn about “Natural Solutions to Digestive Problems.” 5715366.

“THE 55 TASTING”: 6:55 p.m.

Tristan, 10 Linguard St. $55.

Enjoy an exclusive five-course dinner featuring wine pairings and a secret ingredient. Call 534-2155 for reservations. www. tristandining.com.

WINE DINNER: 7 p.m. Halls Chophouse, 434 King St. $90.

Enjoy five courses prepared by chef Matthew Niessner paired with wines by Perception Wine.

Mark Ray, owner of Perception Wine, will be available to explain his wines. 727-0090 or www.hallschophouse.com.

TEMPORARY RESTAURANT OPENING: 8 p.m. Eye Level Art, 103 Spring St. $15 in advance.

Mark Andrew Gravel will stop in Charleston with his art collective Bouwerie and will hold an opening for Peaches, a temporary restaurant that will be serving red bean gumbo.

Georgia electro artist Washed Out and Jaz of The Weejun Hour will perform. Beer and wine will be available. Tickets available at www.foodsexart.com.

wednesday

FREE HEALTH TALK: 6 p.m.

Whole Foods Market, 923 Houston Northcutt Blvd., Mount Pleasant. Dr. Lovegrove will present “Prevent Heart Attack and Stroke: Holistic Regimens to Lower Blood Pressure and Cholesterol.” 469-1001 or www. lovegrovehealthsolutions.com.

“THE SOUND OF CHARLESTON”: 7 p.m. Circular Congrega-

tional Church, 150 Meeting St. $16-$28. Enjoy Charleston’s musical heritage. 853-4903 or www. soundofcharleston.com.

jan 27

CHARLESTON PRIDE AUCTION: 6-9 p.m. Pantheon, 28 Ann St. Free admission, donations accepted. Charleston Pride will hold a fundraising silent auction. 609-6104.

KNITTING FOR BEGINNERS: 6-8 p.m. Knit, 87 Wentworth St. $25 members, $25 nonmembers. The Center for Women teams up with Knit for this introductory class for people interested in knitting. 763-7333 or www.c4women.org.

“CHARLESTON LOVES MOUNTAINS”: 8-11 p.m. Eye Level Art, 103 Spring St. $8 in advance, $12 at door. Enjoy music from Dewi Sant, Older Brother and Wylie during this concert to raise awareness about mountaintop removal.

278-2374 or www.eyelevelart. com.

jan 28

FLAG SESQUICENTENNIAL: 2:30 p.m. Fort Moultrie Visitor Center, 1214 Middle St. Free. In honor of the 150th anniversary of the adoption of the South Carolina flag, Dr. Eric Emerson, director of the South Carolina Department of Archives and History, will speak along with Sens.

George Campsen III and Daniel Verdin III. 881-3123.

jan 29

“A TASTE OF FOLLY”: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Center St. Enjoy food from more than a dozen vendors, a date auction, dunk tank, live music, a chili cookoff and hotdog-eating contest and more. 513-1834.

OPERA AT THE LIBRARY: 12:30 p.m. Charleston County Main Library, 68 Calhoun St. Free. A simulcast from the Metropolitan Opera of Puccini’s “La Fanciulla del West.” 805-6930.

“ON WITH THE SHOWGIRLS!”: 8 p.m. South of Broadway Theatre, 1080 E. Montague Ave., North Charleston. $10 in advance, $12 at door. Charleston burlesque queen Dolly Dee presents an evening of some of the East Coast’s best burlesque dancers. The event will include a cash bar, prizes and more. www. onwiththeshowgirls.weebly. com or www.dollydee.com.

theater/dance “SAME TIME, NEXT YEAR”: 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday and Jan. 28-29; 2 p.m. Sunday and Jan. 30. Flowertown Players Theatre, 133 S. Main St., Summerville. $20. The Flowertown Players present a romantic comedy about two married people who carry out an affair one day per year for more than 20 years. 8759251 or www.flowertownplayers.org.

“BLUE”: 7:30 p.m. FridaySaturday and Jan. 26-29; 3 p.m.

Sunday and Jan. 30. Dock Street Theatre, 135 Church St. $10$48. Charleston Stage presents Charles Randolph-Wright’s “Blue,” a play that follows the life of an African-American family living in a rural South Carolina town. Jan. 26 is a “Pay-WhatYou-Will” performance. 5777183 or www.charlestonstage. com.

“ANGELINA BALLERINA”: 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Jan. 29; 3 p.m.

Jan. 30. Black Box Theatre, 477 King St. $22 adults, $12 children.

Charleston Ballet Theatre presents “Angelina Ballerina Goes to the Circus,” part of CBT’s Children’s Series. 723-7334 or www. charlestonballet.org.

Receiver Time-Based Media Festival is looking for artists who work in time-based media to submit their work. The festival will take place March 10-13 at various locations around Charleston. Visit www.receiverfest.com or contact Jarod Charzewski or Liz Vaughan at receiverfest@gmail.com for submission guidelines.

volunteers

ARTISTS NEEDED: The Cultural Arts Alliance of Greater Summerville is looking for artists to submit paintings for its first Town Hall Art Show. 871-0297.

CITY OF CHARLESTON GREENHOUSE: Volunteers are needed to help produce the spring flower crop. 958-6434.

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call for entries

“SUMMER IN THE CITY” AUDITIONS: 1-3 p.m. Saturday.

South of Broadway Theatre, 1080 E. Montague Ave., North Charleston. Students ages 14-19 may audition for a monthlong residency in NYC that caters to theater, dance, voice and music students. Applicants should come prepared with a five-minute audition. 814-4451 or www. southofbroadway.com.

ARTIST GUILD SCHOLARSHIPS: The Mount Pleasant Artists Guild is offering $1,000 in scholarships to a qualified East Cooper resident who is pursuing an undergraduate degree. Applications must be received by Feb. 1. Download applications at www.mtpleasantartistsguild. com. 813-2141.

SUMMERVILLE MUSIC CLUB: Applications are being accepted for 2011 Summerville Music Club Scholarships. Applicants must live in Dorchester School District 2 and be in grades 8-12. Applications must be received by Feb. 19. 873-0827 or gmom_5@juno. com.

CALL FOR ARTISTS: The

teers are needed for docents during the upcoming Sculpture in the South event. Docent training will be 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Jan. 26 at the Cuthbert Center, 5th St. W. in Summerville. For more information, call 851-3700.

SOUTHERNCARE HOSPICE: Volunteers are needed. Call Carolyn at 569-0870.

TRANSITIONS HOSPICE CARE: Volunteers are needed to provide companionship, grief support, light housekeeping, meal preparations, errands or office tasks. Call Sharon at 2707747.

TRICOUNTY FAMILY MINISTRIES: The organization is in need of experienced cooks and men’s, women’s and children’s clothing. 747-1788 or www.tricountyfamilyministries.org.

More games at postand courier. com/ games.

In today’s problem from last year’s Bermuda tournament, imagine that the devil has tempted you to give up on sensible contracts such as heart part-scores, or even the relatively practical contract of three notrump, where you would have nine fast winners if the defenders could not cash five tricks first. Consider the hand first as a single-dummy problem in four hearts by looking at just the North-South cards.

Obviously,the defenders could meanly have cashed two diamonds and shifted to a spade to leave declarer without a prayer.

Fortunately, your inelegant auction has left them in the dark about your hand, so they lead a top diamond and shift to a trump. Make the most of your escape!

With nine top winners but no realistic chance of a squeeze, you need to take advantage of your club spots to generate an extra winner for your side. The best way to do that is to draw two rounds of trumps ending in dummy, then play a club to the 10.

While leading the king and running the 10 lets West cover from a three-card or two-card holding, thus needing another card well-located, the indicated line wins whenever East has honor-thirdorhonor-doubleton in clubs, as well as when a defender has Q-J-x, without needing to guess what to play on the third round of the suit.

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DOONESBURY By Garry Trudeau

B.C. By Mastroianni & Hart

SALLY FORTH By Francesco Marciuliano & Craig Macintosh

PEANUTS By Charles Schulz

JUMP START By Robb Armstrong

BLONDIE By Dean Young

DUSTIN By Steve Kelley & Jeff Parker

CURTIS By Ray Billingsley

GARFIELD By Jim Davis

WORD GAME

YESTERDAY’S WORD: CHIMICHANGA

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NON SEQUITUR By Wiley Miller

BEETLE BAILEY By Mort, Greg & Brian Walker

MALLARD FILLMORE By Bruce Tinsley

JUDGE PARKER By Woody Wilson & Mike Manley

FOR BETTER OR FOR WORSE By Lynn Johnston

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MARY WORTH By Joe Giella & Karen Moy

PEARLS BEFORE SWINE By Stephan Pastis

HI AND LOIS By Brian & Greg Walker & Chris Browne

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THE WIZARD OF ID By Brant Parker

BABY BLUES By Jerry Scott & Rick Kirkman

DILBERT By Scott Adams

ANDY CAPP By Reg Smythe

HAGAR THE HORRIBLE By Chris Browne GET FUZZY By Darby Conley

ZITS By Jerry Scott & Jim Borgman

GRAND AVENUE By Steve Breen

TODAY’S HOROSCOPE SAGITTARIUS (NOV. 22DEC. 21): Tread carefully around the people most critical of your every move. A relationship can help you out emotionally and financially.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t feel pressured to make changes you aren’t ready to make.

Too much, too soon will be the problem. Love is in the stars.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You don’t want to give away your secrets before you are ready to launch your plans.

Socializing should be fun, not a chore.

TAURUS (April 20May 20): You need a vacation or something that will get your mind in a positive place.

Self-improvement will lead to confidence.

VIRGO (Aug. 23Sept. 22): Look at the positive and take advantage of whatever is available to you.

Change is heading your way but it’s up to you what you do with it.

CAPRICORN (DEC. 22-JAN. 19): Don’t limit what you can do. Be forceful but intelligent in the way you handle whatever situation you face.

LIBRA (SEPT. 23OCT. 22): Only you can decide whether to move backwards, sit idle or take a leap forward. You need greater diversity in your life.

AQUARIUS (JAN. 20-FEB. 18): If you are too vocal about what you want or expect, you will meet with opposition or hurt someone’s feelings.

SCORPIO (OCT. 23-NOV. 21): A trip or a change of scenery for the day will open your mind up to a world of opportunities. It’s time to get things moving.

PISCES (FEB. 19-MARCH 20): You’ve got a lot to learn. It will take compromise and coaxing to come to an understanding suitable to a collective group.

GEMINI (May 21June 20): Go after your goals. Taking action is half the battle. What you learn right now will be easily implemented into your future.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Getting involved will make you a part of something important and will help you make difficult decisions.

You’ll have the discipline to follow through.

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“The Wish List” (‘10) A woman searches for a husband. (HD) Gold Girl Gold Girl Gold Girl 47 Who Boss?

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Our House: They Also Serve.

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Jersey Shore: Free Snooki.

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Lesson backfires on ill-conceived prank

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EAR ABBY: I live in a dorm at a large university where a former friend, “Glen,” also lives. We are no longer on speaking terms because of an incident that happened last year.

One day during pre-finals week, I left my room briefly to get something from a friend’s room down the hall. I left my door unlocked because I’d be back soon. When I returned a few minutes later, my laptop, my cell phone and several books full of class notes were missing.

Later that night, Glen knocked on my door and revealed that he had hidden the items in his room to “teach me a lesson” about not locking my door. I was FILE/AP speechless that a “friend” Chris Rock could do such a thing to me.

I notified the police and officials at the university.

Comic relief

BY REBEKAH BRADFORD

Special to The Post and Courier

If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, why not check out the Charleston Comedy Festival that kicked off Thursday and goes all weekend. Visit charlestoncomedyfestival.com for more information.

Performances will be happening all over town from local and out-of-town comedians.

And speaking of stand-up comics, how about some trivia?

Last week’s winner, Karen Liu, is being challenged by Tracy Jackson who’s an administrative assistant.

DEAR ABBY Glen was arrested for theft and charged with a misdemeanor. The university terminated his scholarship, and he was sentenced to community service.

I believe I acted justly to what was plainly a case of theft. Am I wrong? — VICTIM IN TEXAS DEAR VICTIM: Your former friend appears to be emotionally disturbed.

He has no one to blame but himself for what has happened to him. If you haven’t already done so, warn him to stop the harassment.

And if he doesn’t, report it to the authorities.

QUESTIONS 1. Name the stand-up comic who hosted the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards.

2. What comic is known for his sleeveless flannel shirts, trucker hats and the phrase “Git ‘R Done?”

3. What comic did Time magazine once call the “funniest man in America?”

4. Who is No. 1 on Comedy Central’s list of all-time greatest stand-up comedians?

5. Name the comic who has gone on to be a successful actor, playwright, novelist, banjo player and juggler.

6. What comedian is mentioned in REM’s song “It’s the End of the World as We Know It (and I Feel Fine)?”

7. Whose comedy albums included “Delirious” and “Raw?” 8. What comedian was the first Saturday Night Live cast member to die?

9. Name the documentary where 100 comedians tell and discuss the dirtiest joke in American humor.

10. What NBC show has stand-up comics competing in front of live audiences in order to become the ...?

KAREN’S ANSWERS

TRACY’S ANSWERS

1. I’m pretty sure Chelsea Handler hosted them.

2. Is it Larry the Cable Guy? 3. Jerry Seinfeld.

4. Is this person still around? Robin Williams?

5. Oh! Steve Martin.

6. I’m not sure I know that song.

7. Dane Cook.

8. The guy who was on News Radio.

9. No clue.

10. “Last Comic Standing.”

1. Ricky Gervais.

2. Larry the Cable Guy. 3. Jim Carrey.

4. Well, this is just a guess but Richard Pryor?

5. Steve Martin. I liked his bluegrass album.

6. “Lenny Bruce is not afraid.”

7. Eddie Murphy.

8. Gilda Radner.

9. I haven’t even heard of that one.

10. “Last Comic Standing.”

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I am by no means a converted fan, but I have to give props to Gaga fans: Last year’s Lady Gaga Day at Marion Square was amazing. So many people came out to dance in freezing weather and most were decked out in top-notch Gaga gear.

I walked away from that feeling a couple of things: 1) I’m getting old, and 2) the power of music is wonderful. My wish for this year? A Prince day. Anyone?

Comedy at Red’s Ice House

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FRIDAY-SUNDAY // 5001 COLISEUM DRIVE The 31st annual Charleston Boat Show, presented by Mercury Marine will be held Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the North Charleston Convention Center. The Charleston Boat Show is the Lowcountry’s biggest boat show and sale featuring the latest models, many offered at discount prices. Show hours are noon-6 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m-6 p.m.

Saturday, and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday.

Tickets are $8 for adults, $5 on Friday, $3 for kids 4-12, and free for kids under age 3. Parking is free. Visit www.

TheCharlestonBoatShow.com.

Thursday New Orleans’ Big Sam’s Funky Nation returns to Charleston at 9 p.m. at the Pour House, 1977 Maybank Highway. Enjoy this ensemble’s incorporation of jazz, funk and New Orleans “street-dance,” for $10.

Friday

The play “Blue” will be performed at the Dock Street Theatre. The play, written by Charles Randolph-Wright, follows the life of a prominent African-American family that runs a funeral home in rural South Carolina. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. at 135 Church St., and tickets are $22-$48.

Saturday

It’s the final day of the Charleston Comedy Festival, so catch all of the shows that you can. The fun kicks off at 7:30 p.m. with New

9:30 P.M. THROUGH SATURDAY // 98 CHURCH ST., MOUNT PLEASANT For those looking for a way to enjoy a night out without adding too much to the holiday bills, Red’s Ice House on Shem Creek may have your answer. Through Saturday, Red’s will be featuring free comedy nights. Each night will feature four to five comedy acts starting at 9:30 p.m. Red’s is also participating in Charleston Restaurant Week offering two people a three-course meal including a starter, an appetizer and two entrees for $30. A nice deal when you consider that two people can enjoy dinner and several hours of stand-up comedy for $15 per person. Go to www.charlestonrestaurantweek.com to view the full Red’s Restaurant Week menu.

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Exc!tement and Disco Balls at Theatre 99 and end with a two-hour finale at Theatre 99, beginning at 11 p.m. Visit www.charlestoncomedyfestival.com.

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Blue Bicycle Books welcomes Gloria Cohen. The author will sign copies of her new book, “Straw Dreams,” 3-5 p.m. at 420 King St.

Monday

It’s meatless Monday at Charleston Grill! Chef Michelle Weaver and pastry chef Emily Cookson will craft a three-course vegetarian meal 5:30-10 p.m at 224 King St. Dinner costs $30.

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Low Country Aid to Africa fundraiser is Jan. 29

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Low Country Aid to Africa is pre-eminent around the region for consistently marrying partying and purpose.

The nonprofit group has mounted its annual fundraiser 8-11:30 p.m. Jan. 29 at Elks Lodge 242, 1113 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. It’s billed as the Eighth Annual Evening of Jazz.

Long before the current popularity of jazz music, the ecumenical organization chose to use the progressive, openminded art form and its local performers to bring attention to its efforts.

For seven years now, LCAA has raised tens of thousands of dollars to benefit children in Africa orphaned by AIDS and local HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment initiatives.

Founded by former state representative Lucille Whipper, LCAA attracts a diverse group of members, donors, patrons and volunteers who carry out its mission of community service. Equally committed are the musicians who have given of their time and skills for the cause. The band, which features straight-ahead and soul jazz, always has been organized and led by keyboardist John Tecklenburg. Joining him this year are mainstays Lonnie Hamilton III, alto saxophone; George Kenny, tenor saxophone; Brian Reed, bass; Gerald “Cameo” Williams, drums; and vocalist Joy Pryor.

Tickets are $35; sponsored and reserved tables, $500. Order by mail at The Palmetto Project, 1031 Chuck Dawley Blvd., Suite 5, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464, or call 577-4122.

Justin Burke (JJ & Co.), Campbell Brown (Gaslight Street), Stratton Lawrence (Po’Ridge) and Reid Stone (Guilt Ridden Troubadour). It all happens 9 p.m.-midnight at 1205 Ashley River Road.

Wednesday

Local ensemble Gaslight Street recently celebrated the release of its debut album, “Blue Skies for Fools,” and will perform at 9 p.m. at the Village Tavern, 1055 Johnny Dodds Blvd. Tickets are $5.

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Boutiques from around the Charleston area will be selling their merchandise at major discounts in the Memminger Auditorium, 56 Beaufain St. There also will be a fashion show featuring local designers, a raffle and complimentary champagne. All proceeds will benefit People Against Rape.

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Forever 21 opened last weekend at 211 King St., at the former Saks Fifth Avenue location.

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he wait is over, ladies and gentlemen.

There is now a Forever 21 in Charleston and, wow, did it open with a splash.

Or so I heard.

Wisely, I decided not to be part of the crowd of people who lined up around the block last Saturday, waiting for the store to open that morning. Despite the incentive of winning a free gift card (one was rumored to be $2,500), I opted to hold off visiting for a couple of days because I thought the crowds might thin out.

I finally walked down to the store Monday, winding my way past the parade for Martin Luther King Jr. Day at King and Calhoun.

Now, full disclosure. I’ve never been to a Forever 21 before, and I wasn’t exactly over the moon that one was

opening in the old Sak’s building. But, I have to say, after seeing the store, I’ve become a believer.

Here are some of my first impressions: The space was very bright, from the shiny floors and white walls to the lights in the chandeliers. It also was clean, which might just be because the store is still brand new but was definitely noticeable. The music was upbeat and loud but not overwhelming.

There was a guard sta-

tioned by the front doors, which you expect to see in New York or Atlanta but seemed a little hard core for King Street. When I left, an associate was standing up there as well, greeting customers.

The visual display has a tongue-in-cheek quality to it that I enjoyed. At the entrance was a display that incorporated a (fake) washing machine, and the accessories department had a giant lampshade suspended from the ceiling. There was an American flag with white lights that was very rock ’n’ roll.

The layout of the store is pretty easy to navigate. The register area is along the front wall on the King Street side, men’s is on the side with the kids’ and shoe departments at the back. Accessories are in the middle,

and the rest is women’s.

And onto the clothes.

The first thing I experienced was sticker shock. As in, I couldn’t believe how cheap they were: $5 for a T-shirt? $19 for a ’20s style flapper-ish dress with accordion pleats? It was tempting to just grab up armfuls of clothes and haul them to the register in gleeful abandon.

There was a huge assortment of clothing to choose from, most of them for spring, which was great because I’m officially sick of anything wool. They had some peasant-style tops, which I love, and a ton of basics, which I’m sure I’ll be back for in the near future.

As for the crowds? Still there and, judging by the long lines at the register, as thrilled as I finally am about a Forever 21 on King Street.

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Playwright in touch with his Miles Davis side if you go WHERE: The Dock Street Theatre at 135 Church St. WHEN: Performances are 7:30 p.m. Jan. 21-22, 26 (paywhat-you-will performance), and 27-29; and 3 p.m. Jan. 23 and 30.

TICKETS: $34-$48 adult; $32-$48 seniors 60+; $22$48 students. They are on sale at 577-7183 and www. charlestonstage.com. Group rates available, call Gina Barredo at 647-7365. Student rush: college student tickets, with valid ID, are $10 one hour before curtain (subject to availability).

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had the pleasure of a very nice conversation with Charles RandolphWright, a celebrated writer of plays, a couple of weeks ago.

Randolph-Wright wrote “Blue,” a play with music being put on at the Dock Street Theatre this month by Julian Wiles’ Charleston Stage.

It first caught my attention when I attended the company’s season-opener in September, in part because the dedication of the $19 million renovation of the venerable theater, Charleston Stage’s home, was marked by the debut of a commissioned jazz piece written by local composer and trumpeter Charlton Singleton.

Included in the playbill was a lineup of upcoming productions, complete with images of the posters for each. The one for “Blue” immediately caught my eye. It was simple but stunning. A raised trumpet with the title of the play above it were all that were shown on a stark field of deep, dark blue.

It reminded me of a mid20th-century Miles Davis album cover, complete with the melancholy, mysterious attributes of shades of blue, the color most associated with jazz. I made a mental note to revisit it to decide if I wanted to see the play.

Amid the routine of my daily grind, I proceeded to forget about the play until Nikki Pearcey, an actress friend, reminded me last month that it was approaching.

So I set out to find Ran-

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Charles Randolph-Wright was tapped for the prestigious 2010 Paul Robeson Award

by Actor’s Equity Association, joining the ranks that include Studs Terkel, Sidney Poitier, Joe Papp, Ossie Davis and Ruby Dee and Bill Cosby. dolph-Wright. I didn’t want to speculate on what the play was about, and being the skeptical journalist I try to be, I didn’t want to rely on ad copy to decide for me.

After a handful of attempts — he’s always working — we got to talk. My suspicions were confirmed. The play isn’t about jazz but it’s full of jazz overtones and undertones.

Randolph-Wright let me know he played trumpet in the school band. His favorite musician is Davis.

He said of the jazz icon, “I love his unique expression of art, the way that you hear him. It is distinctly him. I love artists who have a distinct voice. I didn’t realize that writing about the black family was unique until the critics told me so and I said

that was good.”

“Blue” is about an upperclass black family modeled after Randolph-Wright’s folks. While receiving much critical praise, the author, who is from York, was also slammed for “misrepresenting” an African-American family because his depiction didn’t have them as downtrodden victims. As Randolph-Wright told me,

he was unfazed, in fact, appreciative, of the negative criticism for blowing up stereotypes. It told him he had hit upon something and became even more determined to speak with his own voice.

Just like Davis. His sometimes dissonant style was slammed as “playing wrong notes.”

Davis grew up in an upper-class black family in St. Louis, Mo. He incorporated the lessons, values and aspirations he acquired at home and in his community into his art.

Just like Randolph-Wright.

Davis was one of the first players to make use of dissonant sounds. He used space.

He created various moods with his music. His art was anything but an extension of the stereotypical minstrel tradition that was held in favor by many, not all, up through the modernization brought into play by the likes of Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker and him.

Davis’ music was multilayered, highly nuanced, very similar to “Blue’s” affect.

“It’s a play with music.

James Taylor saw the play in (Washington) D.C. and told me, ‘I’ve never seen music used as a character like this,’” Randolph-Wright said.

“Blue” takes place spanning 20 years and is told through the eyes of the eldest son, Reuben. It revolves around the driven, stylish mother, Peggy, who is en-

chanted by the music of the great jazz singer Blue Williams.

Randolph-Wright uses “jazzy” techniques in the play. For instance, when Peggy hears Williams’ music, he appears on stage and sings to her. “He’s this image that goes through the whole play,” Randolph-Wright said. “Blue came to me from Miles, who kept changing and shifting. He did (East) Indian music, Bruce Hornsby-type stuff, Stevie (Wonder)-style music. He kept changing the feel and the sounds of what he did.

Randolph-Wright wrote the music and lyrics for the play with Nona Hendrix, a prominent third of Patti LaBelle’s hit singing group, Labelle. They designed the music to take the play through different phases.

“It’s a progression back and forth between time periods written in late ’90s,” Randolph-Wright said. “The music takes us in and out of the time periods.”

Randolph-Wright said if Davis, the ever-changing progressive, were still around, he would be playing hip-hop music.

Davis would have loved “Blue.”

Jack McCray is the author of “Charleston Jazz” and one of the founding members of the Jazz Artists of Charleston.

He can be reached at jackjmccray@aol.com.

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And she has an army of fans, whom she calls “Little Monsters.”

My views on Lady Gaga have changed a few times throughout the past year though. At first, I wondered if her career would have longevity (I mean, her stage name is Lady Gaga. Will she still be rocking that when h, Lady Gaga. she’s 50?). Then I started to In the past 2½ years since her first appreciate her creativity and big hit, “Just Dance,” domi- pop artiness a la the contronated the airwaves, it’s hard versial “Telephone” video.

And now, even though I’m deciding what to make of fairly indifferent to her, I’m her. still somewhat curious to see She can be controversial what’s next for her. and unpredictable, but She’s definitely an entersometimes predictably so. tainer, not just a pop singer.

Her fashion statements are Her performances, outfits, beyond unusual. music videos and appearBetween her CDs “The Fame” and “The Fame Mon- ances all combine to make an unusual experience. ster,” she’s produced more Previously, Lady Gaga has than a handful of catchy, said she wants to “revoluwell-received songs, in-

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Lady Gaga most channels Madonna in her “Alejandro” video, which felt like a quasi-vampiric twist on Madonna’s “Vogue,” “Justify my Love” and “Express Yourself.” (Come on, Gaga even wore a cone bra, replacing the cones with guns.)

But Gaga doesn’t remind me of just a knock-off of Madonna — more like an artsy, punk child of Madonna and Britney Spears.

Gaga has the devoted fan base of both Madonna and Britney, but instead of using mostly her sexuality to spark controversy, like Madonna and Britney have, Gaga uses fashion.

And I think Gaga makes it slightly more interesting.

Lady Gaga doesn’t just wear low-cut dresses or the

occasional red cat suit. She dons cigarette sunglasses, meat dresses, Spice Girl-like shoes and a variety of wigs.

And, for a nice change, Lady Gaga’s personal life isn’t really all out there. We know all about Madonna and Britney’s boyfriends, husbands, children and so on. But despite my daily reads of People.com, we really don’t hear much about Gaga’s personal life, which allows the focus to be on her entertaining, music and unusual fashion decisions.

Whether Gaga’s music holds up to the test of time as Madonna’s has is yet to be seen. I think her next CD, “Born this Way,” slated for a May release, might determine if Gaga is just a phase.

Either way, I’m sure her appearance at February’s Grammy Awards will be entertaining, interesting and unique.

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