‘The Banshees of Inisherin’ is witty, deep — and dark
A well-articulated dark comedy that keeps you wanting more, “The Banshees of Inisherin” thrusts audiences into a time when Ireland was full of despair — not long after the War [...]
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Posted February 01, 2023in Film Review
Posted February 01, 2023in Food Dude
Tullpa – an experiential café
Whether intended or not, Tullpa Restaurant’s name conjures up “tulpa,” a term used in theosophy, paranormalism and mysticism to identify a corporal and sentient body that was previously only imaginary. [...]
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Posted February 01, 2023in Des Moines Forgotten
The Varsity
The first story I wrote for this column back in 2017 was on the love story that followed Des Moines’ Varsity Theatre. Bev Mahon fell in love with his future [...]
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Posted February 01, 2023in Joe's Neighborhood
A recipe for creating nostalgia
“Ah, the good old days.” Did I really just say that? Knocking on the door of nostalgia seems a bit of a trick bag. One person’s treasured memory is usually [...]
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Posted February 01, 2023in Center Stage
Dynamic August Wilson play collaboration anchors February offerings
When two Iowa theatrical leaders join forces, it holds great promise as a “must-see” experience. Pyramid Theatre Company and the Des Moines Community Playhouse unite to present Tony Award- and [...]
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Posted February 01, 2023in What the?
What the…
Think you’re funny? Send us your best caption… Email to celeste@dmcityview.com — Be sure to include your name Next month’s photo: This month’s winner “Just when I finally had all my [...]
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Posted February 01, 2023in Sound Circuit
Three Dog Night
As classic rock bands tour, fans are eager to see the band “one last time.” For more than a half a century, Three Dog Night has performed to sold-out crowds. [...]
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Posted February 01, 2023in Film Previews
Film Previews
“80 for Brady” PG-13 | 98 minutes Director: Kyle Marvin Stars: Lily Tomlin, Sally Field, Jane Fonda, Rita Moreno Based on the story of real-life women who bonded over being [...]
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Posted February 01, 2023in Walks of Life
Digging up roots
At some time or another, most of us have looked into our family trees, wondering what might be discovered among its branches. Might we find “royal blood”? Or perhaps that [...]
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Posted February 01, 2023in Lunch With...
Leo Landis
Leo Landis is the curator for the State Historical Museum of Iowa after similar jobs at Oldfields-(Eli) Lilly House and Gardens in Indianapolis; Greenfield Villages (Henry Ford Museum of American [...]
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