March 06, 2019 by Brent Antisdel
in Film Review
Shamelessly formulaic, this WWE feature film produced simultaneously promotes the brand while encouraging all would-be wrestlers to chase their dreams. If you’re looking for a sports film with a lot of heart and motivation, you’re going to come up short when you watch “Fighting with My Family.” This story is
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March 06, 2019 by Brent Antisdel
in Food Dude
Nikkei is the hottest kind of fusion cuisine in the world that has not yet visited Des Moines. Three of the most famous chefs in the world hang their hats in this pantry where Japanese and Peruvians share a love of fresh fish and the ancient foods of the Incans.
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March 06, 2019 by Brent Antisdel
in Your Neighbors
How did opera singing happen to a girl who grew up in Waukee? Opera is a bit of an unknown in the Hawkeye state, but for people who appreciate classic plot lines containing eternal human relevance performed by arguably the world’s strongest vocalists and elite level orchestras, it might be
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March 06, 2019 by Brent Antisdel
in Joe's Neighborhood
What is the difference between somebody we know for a long time and a person who is a new friend? They laugh. And not just with their mouths, like your teenage kids do when you tell a joke. Instead, their eyes sparkle, tear up, close tight and sparkle again. Even
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March 06, 2019 by Brent Antisdel
in Center Stage
A creative and cultural incubator for the region’s top theatrical talent. This columnist believes in the power of importing new ideas, inspiration and collaborators to better build a strong Greater Des Moines community. One group that has exceled in this is Pyramid Theatre Company. Founded by Arkansas native and Drake
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March 06, 2019 by Brent Antisdel
in Couch Surfing
A mysterious orange ring around the tub, overpriced beer and the rules of couch surfing Faithful readers, this is my final Couch Surfing column for CITYVIEW. It has been a great experience sharing my experiences for the past two years, and I have had some amazing guests who have become
Read More →The eternal boy band, The Beach Boys, a staple for more than 50 years, performs at Stephens Auditorium in Ames on May 8. One original member, Mike Love, remains with the group. Tickets cost $54.50-$74.50. Rapper and singer Belcalis “Bacardi” Almanzar, better known as Cardi B, with 40 million Instagram
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March 06, 2019 by Brent Antisdel
in Collections & Hobbies
Competitive crafting and collecting words, syllables, lines and poems. “Some people get off work, and they go throw darts,” says Jon Demo, the on-stage face of Des Moines Poetry Slam. “We throw words.” Demo serves as co-slammaster with Kevin Marken, who handles the behind-the-scenes action. The duo took over responsibility
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March 06, 2019 by Brent Antisdel
in Sound Circuit
Steve Berry, frontman for 60s-70s band Steve Berry, the voice of Des Moines, is heard virtually everywhere. He is on the radio touting Prairie Meadows, at the Des Moines Playhouse portraying Jesus or performing a Vegas comedy shtick act of Joey Libido. So his latest foray into singing and performing
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March 06, 2019 by Brent Antisdel
in The Sound
‘Texican’ rock music like a flowing river When the Los Lonely Boys play at Wooly’s on March 12, their goal isn’t to have a sold-out show. They simply wish to express themselves through their music. “Our goal is to do our best today, at the moment,” says Jojo Garza, vocalist
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