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North Shore Music Theatre's 'Margaritaville' is a Tropical Extravaganza
Let’s drink all the margaritas we want in Margaritaville. North Shore Music Theatre presents its latest tropical show, Escape to Margaritaville. A week before she gets married, Rachel and Tammy vacation at a tropical paradise resort where they meet fellow islanders Tully and Brick. In this story of humorous encounters and unexpected romance, the characters discover new opportunities.
By Marielle Sabbag3 years ago in Geeks
Why Hellscat is my favourite character in the whole comic books industry
In a vast and ever-expanding comics universe, there are a multitude of characters to admire and be inspired by. However, there is one character that stands out for me amidst the sea of superheroes and vigilantes – Hellscat. A spin-off series from the renowned Super Santa comics, Hellscat has captivated readers with its unique storyline and remarkable protagonist. Created by the brilliant and acclaimed author Stefano Labbia, Hellscat is a graphic novel that showcases the power of intelligence, justice, and the determination to right the wrongs of a corrupt system!
By Richard Amberson3 years ago in Geeks
10 Popular TV Couples Who Didn't Get Their Happy Ending
Everyone loves a good TV love story, and these can take many forms. A few good seasons of Will they or Won't they. Opposites attract. A couple who come together over an epic journey, or fall in love against the odds in the midst of an apocalyptic wasteland.. Epic, beautiful, love stories for the ages, or even couples who, for one reason or another, simply just belong together.
By Kristy Anderson3 years ago in Geeks
Ranking Disney Sequels
Okay so a lot of Disney animated sequels were straight to DVD experiences and significantly less effort was put into them. However some of them are great nostalgic watches and have incredible music (which is how I judge all disney movies anyway). So here we go. I am going to rank all of Disney’s animated sequels from worst to best.
By Alexandrea Callaghan3 years ago in Geeks
Homer Simpsons: An economic analysis!
In this 1995 scene of The Simpsons, Homer strolls with Marge through downtown Springfield and says Cautious presently. These are unsafe lanes for us upper-lower-middle-class sorts Usually Homer’s to begin with affirmation to being "middle-class" For the rest of us, this continuously appeared obvious. He lives in a humble domestic within the rural areas with his spouse and three children. He’s not a college graduate and his job appears to require a negligible sum of specialized preparing. This can be all affirmed when we get a tight shot of his paycheck in season 7. Hello, how come my pay is so moo? Concurring to this stub, Homer gets a pre-tax, week by week pay of $479.60 works out to $11.99 an hour. So, he’s looking at an yearly compensation of $24,395. Balanced for expansion, that’s $37,416 per year. What? This is often an shock! There are a parcel of fans who think the show is based on the genuine life town of Springfield, Oregon. And in the event that we see at Homer's compensation there it places him beautiful comfortably within the lower center lesson salary bracket. Of course, this can be all based on one work as a security examiner at the Springfield Atomic Control Plant. But Homer has had over 191 occupations in 27 seasons and they’ve set him over the whole financial range.
By Shubham Bajaj3 years ago in Geeks
Ultimate Fun at Minneapolis Anime and Gaming Expo: An Insider's Guide
Dive into a world of anime, gaming, and all things Otaku at the Minneapolis Anime and Gaming Expo (M.A.G.E). Spanning three event-filled days from September 1st to 3rd, 2023, it’s the ultimate weekend celebrating Japanese arts, pop-culture and anime fandom.
By SparklingEmberDancer3 years ago in Geeks
Ten Un-nominated Film Performances
The WGA-SAG/AFTRA Strike has passed one hundred days. The box office receipts for both “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” have been very impressive (Greta Gerwig is now the first female director to steer a film past a billion dollars in ticket sales). I have just finished serving as a volunteer at a film festival in Montreal, Canada (one piece about the first part of my time served is already up; will cover the rest of it later). So, I am thinking about movies, particularly, the way that Hollywood behaves.
By Kendall Defoe 3 years ago in Geeks
The Day After Tomorrow - A Movie Review
The world will turn into another ice age after this storm. After a weather prediction, The Day After Tomorrow arrived in theaters in 2004. When his prediction proves wrong, disastrous weather transpires around the world. With dangerous temperatures dropping, Jack Hall, a paleoclimatologist treks from Washington D.C to New York City to rescue his son trapped by the intense storms in the library.
By Marielle Sabbag3 years ago in Geeks
Minneapolis Anime and Gaming Expo: A Must-Visit for Nerds
The world of anime and gaming has evolved from niche interests into a vibrant subculture that unites fans across the globe. At the forefront of this cultural phenomenon stands the Minneapolis Anime and Gaming Expo (M.A.G.E.), an annual three-day extravaganza set to take place from September 1st to 3rd, 2023. Beyond its conventional focus on anime, M.A.G.E. distinguishes itself by embracing a wide spectrum of Japanese arts and fostering communities that revolve around anime fandom.
By SparklingEmberDancer3 years ago in Geeks
Why are comic books still underrated in 2023?
In the world of storytelling, few mediums have been as consistently misunderstood and underestimated as comic books. Many perceive them as mere sources of entertainment, dismissing their value and failing to recognize the psychological and societal depths that lie within their pages. Surprisingly, even as we are in the year 2023, comic books continue to be met with unwarranted skepticism and underrated status. But why this happens? Let's explore together some key factors contributing to the persistent undervaluation of comic books, shedding light on their significance and the reasons behind their continued underestimation.
By Richard Amberson3 years ago in Geeks
Heartstopper Season 2 Review
Take your time to find who you want to be. Season 2 of Heartstopper aired on Netflix in 2023. Nick and Charlie overcome rocks and judgments from peers as they establish their relationship. Going on a class trip to Paris, more kids are trying to understand their relationships and sexualities.
By Marielle Sabbag3 years ago in Geeks
Breaking Down My WWE Cosplays
As a cosplayer, I'm always looking for new cosplays to do if they catch my attention. Almost a decade ago, I was preparing to attend my first convention as a cosplayer. That's when an idea popped inside my head: What if I went as a WWE superstar? I did exactly that and in this story, I'll be going over the three WWE cosplays I've done in about the last 10 years. I've been a huge fan of old school wrestling since the late 90s, even though my now estranged parents and aunts, who are African, hated it when me, my youngest brother, and cousins watched it. However, we didn't care and loved every minute of it. I grew up watching The Rock, Kane, D-Generation X, and many others. Bet you didn't know that hidden gem about me, now did you? Anyway, without further ado, let's get ready to rumble!
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 3 years ago in Geeks
