Jonathan Slaff

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Jonathan Slaff writes on cultural events from the brainy, the edgy and the good. He helps us keep ahead of the curve in the world of the arts and culture.

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‘Golondrinas (Swallows)’ Modern Tragedy About Always Returning Home

In her modern tragedy Golondrinas, Venezuelan expatriate playwright Aminta De Lara likens the nation's acquiescence to the submissiveness of a family to a dominating and abusive father.

‘Daily Life Everlasting’ Combines Dance and Theater with Energy of Rock Show

In Daily Life Everlasting by Charles L. Mee, people meet, fall in love, make out with each other, find being alive both awkward and funny, and dance a lot.

‘My Technology’ Presents The Pros and Cons of Technology in Society

Twenty- and thirtysomethings confront the confusion of technology with identity in 'My Technology,' a new play of ensemble creation conceived and directed by Deena Levy.

‘Great Kills’ Dramatizes Big-Time Aspirations of Small-Timers in Staten Island

Great Kills by Tom Diriwachter is a darkly comic tale of a get-rich-quick scheme in Staten Island that goes awry. Features Joe Pantoliano, noted for starring roles on Broadway, film and TV.

‘Martyrs Street’ Documents Gripping Tales of Struggles in West Bank

Theater for the New City presents 'Martyrs Street' By Misha Shulman. Chilling tale of two houses in Hebron examines the take-over of Israeli and Palestinian societies by religious extremists.

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Upwind Acquires Aegis as AI Security Labs Focuses on the Next Generation of Cyberattacks

The security challenges surrounding artificial intelligence are moving beyond...

Texas Lawsuit Alleges Fraud Against Prominent Realtor Involving Katy Asian Town Development

A dispute over money, records and control of a Katy Asian Town retail center has moved into Harris County district court.

Marketing Crunch Brings Consumer-Style Reviews To The Tech Marketing Industry

The marketing industry has never had a shortage of...

“One Flag Forward” Leads the Way  

From the USS Intrepid, up the Hudson River Greenway to the George Washington Bridge, New Yorkers ran to support the first day of One Flag Forward.
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