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Sunday, April 18, 2010

As many may be aware, the Israeli Ambassador to the United States, Michael Oren, will be speaking on the U.S.-Israeli relationship at AU on April 22. Many may not realize the significance this talk may have, others may be basking in the superficial glory of his political title, others may be further motivated to work towards remedying the stark realities in the region that Oren and the state he represents have an overwhelmingly large hand in.

MISSION ACCOMPLISHED — AU’s comedy troupe Mission Improvable said goodbye to 10 graduating senior members at a fun-filled show in the Tavern last Thursday. The group touched on everything from ‘Jersey Shore’ and gay dolphin sharks to Beanie Babies and Chewbacca.
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Mission Improvable seniors laugh off farewells to AU

By Linda Barnhart | April 18

Mission Improvable, AU’s premier improv group, presented their last hilarious show of the semester in the Tavern Thursday night. Graduating seniors performed the group’s favorite skits like “Dating Game” and “Good Cop, Bad Cop” for their last time, bidding the university farewell while cracking jokes and relieving pre-exams stress.

THE ROOF IS ON FIERSTEIN — Broadway star Harvey Fierstein is bringing his experience and prestige to D.C.’s National Theatre in his role as Tevye in “Fiddler on the Roof.” The musical runs through May 2.
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‘Fiddler on the Roof’ stays true to tradition

By Ben Schwartz | April 18

When playing a part as beloved, well-known and demanding as Tevye in “Fiddler on the Roof,” there are definite dos and don’ts. It is important not to subtract from the character that has given it universal appeal. Tevye is such a cultural icon that it is of paramount importance that he remain recognizable. On the other hand, a large part of what makes Tevye so beloved in the first place is that those who have played him (Topol and Zero Mostel) have imbued the character with so much of themselves. It is important that the part be distinct and reflect the actor, with neither the role nor the player overwhelming the other.

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Middle East opens eyes to unknown

By William F Zeman | April 18

Dear Reader, This is my last abroad column. I’ve been abroad since last June, and have been writing this column since August. I’ve submitted a lot of articles to be published — most of them terrible, but hopefully a passable one or two managed to slip in. I maintain no illusions about my readership. I’ve only ever received two comments — one when I misspelled “Frankfurt,” and a response from AU Abroad when I revealed some less than estimable actions taken by a study-abroad provider. (I apologize for misspelling Frankfurt. Not sure how I missed that.) I imagine that you, dear reader, have come across this column the same way I did - waiting for someone at the University Center, skimming the tattered remains of a Scene section, looking for some hilariously uninformed pseudo-intellectual posturing you can mock when your friend arrives.

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MUTEMATH pops bubbles, breaks rock ‘n’ roll mold

By Maggie Hollander | April 18

The Grammy-nominated alternative rock band MUTEMATH have their own style and their own groove. Even the band members themselves have difficulty defining what makes them so unique. The band’s tour with 30 Seconds to Mars will bring them to AU’s Bender Arena April 23. They are also just beginning to record their third album.

KEEPING UP WITH THE JONESES — Director Derrick Borte’s new film features Demi Moore and David Duchovny as the perfect family in ‘The Joneses.’ The film tackles consumer culture and stereotypes about the family unit as Moore and Duchovny try to sell the idea of a supposed American Dream. The film is now playing in select theaters.
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Director Derrick Borte’s debut knocks consumer obsession

By Bryan Koenig | April 18

Modern American society is a consumer culture where everything is bought and sold in a never entirely truthful relationship between buyer and seller. “The Joneses” takes that culture to the next logical conclusion in an emotional, funny and eye-opening movie about the blurred lines between customer and salesmen.

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HBO series keeps music alive in post-Hurricane Katrina New Orleans

By Maisie Hooper | April 18

The new HBO drama “Treme” follows the residents of a small New Orleans neighborhood three months after Hurricane Katrina. The pilot of the series, “Do You Know What it Means,” opens as locals prepare for the first second–line parade, a New Orleans tradition, since the storm. Musicians warm up as others dress themselves in feathers and prepare to walk. Many of the city’s residents have not returned, but those who have are determined to continue in the character that New Orleans is known for.

Death at a Funeral
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Dead jokes hold back ‘Death at a Funeral’ from laughs

April 18

The new “Death at a Funeral” film is the perfect example of America taking wry British humor and royally screwing it up. While it’s not the worst comedy of the year, “Death” was a remake that had no business being created in the first place, and what’s worse is that the script was written by the man who created the original, Dean Craig.

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Music notes

April 18

Reviews of Neil Diamond's "Hot August Night/NYC," Patrick Park's "Come What Will" and Dr. Dog's "Shame, Shame."

The UFL and Why it's Good for the Sport

Section 202 hosts Connor Sturniolo and Gabrielle McNamee are joined by fellow Eagle staff member and phenomenal sports photographer, Josh Markowitz. Follow along as they discuss the United Football League and the benefits it provides for the world of professional football.

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