Irish Artist Paul Hughes Forges a Dynamic Presence at the 2024 Volta Art Fair In NYC
September 12, 2024 No Responses

Irish Artist Paul Hughes Forges a Dynamic Presence at the 2024 Volta Art Fair In NYC

On October 3rd, 2024, Hughes will have an opening night of his “Green is a Myriad” series of paintings in support of UNICEF, at the Royal Hibernian Academy (RHA) on Ely Place, Dublin.
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The Armory Show Returns to the Javits Center this September 6-8 to Celebrate its 30th Anniversary
August 30, 2024 No Responses

The Armory Show Returns to the Javits Center this September 6-8 to Celebrate its 30th Anniversary

well when it hosts the annual Armory Show. New York City’s iconic fair returns with a must-see edition that features an array of incredible artists represented by over 235 leading international galleries from 35 countries.
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The New Film “Skincare” — Starring Elizabeth Banks — Peels Off The Dark Side of the Beauty World
August 27, 2024 No Responses

The New Film “Skincare” — Starring Elizabeth Banks — Peels Off The Dark Side of the Beauty World

Sort of based on a true story, the film is loosely framed by the case of Dawn DaLuise, who was arrested and later acquitted for a murder-for-hire plot against a rival beauty guru.
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Lauren Braddock Revisits Paul McCartney’s “Junior’s Farm” Through her Latest Song “The Green, Green Grass of Junior’s Farm”
August 20, 2024 No Responses

Lauren Braddock Revisits Paul McCartney’s “Junior’s Farm” Through her Latest Song “The Green, Green Grass of Junior’s Farm”

Q&A by Brad Balfour Timed to coincide with the 50-year anniversary of McCartney’s “Junior’s Farm,” Lauren Braddock’s story might strike your fancy –especially if you’re a Beatle’s fan or love country music. This ...
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These Gaelic Speaking Irish Rappers — Kneecap — Make an Explosive Debut Worldwide With a New Album and Film Out
August 15, 2024 No Responses

These Gaelic Speaking Irish Rappers — Kneecap — Make an Explosive Debut Worldwide With a New Album and Film Out

With the same jolt of energy that propels the film "Kneecap," the group Kneecap —from Belfast, Northern Ireland — shows the same energy in an interview that they do in a performance. The trio answered questions with the same shotgun style they demonstrate ...
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“Deadpool & Wolverine” May Make No Sense at All but Has Became One of the Biggest Blockbusters of All Time
August 9, 2024 No Responses

“Deadpool & Wolverine” May Make No Sense at All but Has Became One of the Biggest Blockbusters of All Time

 Commentary by Brad Balfour Film: Deadpool & WolverineDirector: Shawn LevyCast: Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman, Emma Corrin, Morena Baccarin, Rob Delaney, Leslie Uggams, Aaron Stanford, Matthew Macfadyen When I was a wee lad, I discovered ...
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Director Rich Peppiatt Brings Irish Hip Hop to the World Through his Award-Winning Film “Kneecap”
August 7, 2024 No Responses

Director Rich Peppiatt Brings Irish Hip Hop to the World Through his Award-Winning Film “Kneecap”

Photo: Brad Balfour Q&A by Brad Balfour When I was given tickets to its Tribeca Festival premiere, I was excited to see “Kneecap,” even if only to hear Gaelic rap. Thanks to the manic performance of this Belfast-based trio and the...
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Multi-Talented Alan Cumming, Host of “The Traitors,” Brings a New Flamboyance to The Peacock Network’s Hit Reality Game Show
August 6, 2024 No Responses

Multi-Talented Alan Cumming, Host of “The Traitors,” Brings a New Flamboyance to The Peacock Network’s Hit Reality Game Show

Not one to watch reality TV, I didn’t really get what “The Traitors” (the US version) was all about. But since it was hosted by Alan Cumming, the gender fluid actor/artist, I was intrigued to hear him speak about the show.
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Author Steven J. Immerman Goes “In Search of Pleasure Island” And Takes A Dark Journey
July 19, 2024 No Responses

Author Steven J. Immerman Goes “In Search of Pleasure Island” And Takes A Dark Journey

In Steve Immerman’s debut novel “In Search of Pleasure Island,” Dr. Mathew Noble, a professor of criminology and retired special warfare agent, journeys across the globe. He’s in search of his kidnapped daughter and the men responsible for her abducti...
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The Film “Twisters” Whips the Summer Season into a Climatic Frenzy Of Life and Death
July 18, 2024 No Responses

The Film “Twisters” Whips the Summer Season into a Climatic Frenzy Of Life and Death

Review by Brad Balfour Film: TwistersDirector: Lee Isaac Chung Cast: Daisy Edgar-Jones, Glen Powell, Anthony Ramos, Brandon Perea, Maura Tierney, Sasha Lane  With this summer season of intense weather and a vast array of tornadoes touching down in state a...
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