Farewell to Miriam’s
Since 1989 it had been the home of jumbo-sized fresh baked pies and big scoops of ice cream. Now it’s a Starbuck’s. Though I have to say, I probably visit it more often now than I ever did when it was Miriam’s. It’s actually really nice in there, in that Starbucks sort of way. And … Continue reading Farewell to Miriam’s Read more »
Hollywood transforms “The Drive”
For the big-screen production of “The Fantastic Four”, funky Commercial Drive was turned into Brooklyn – down to the last detail. Amazing! Click to view Read more »
Little House of Envy
The “House of Envy” was the name of a hair salon which was the last business to occupy this charming and unlikely spot downtown. (It had previously been a concert-ticket outlet among, I’m sure, many other things.) I had a good chat with someone at City Hall about it, and wrote a letter to help … Continue reading Little House of Envy Read more »
Broadway Chorus June 2004
The latest and greatest edition of the annual Broadway Chorus revue: “Broadway Dreams and Broken Promises”. Backstage, show highlights, and group photos! Click to view Read more »
Applause Cabaret: Boy Songs, Girl Songs
The annual musical gender-switch at the Backstage Lounge! Read more »