[Write the Story] In the Middle of a Long, Cold Winter
Prompt: In the Middle of a Long, Cold Winter Words: opera, redeem, razor, lungs, grace, futuristic, tread, vest, milkshake, powder Story “Are you sure you want to do this?” Kelly asked, adjusting Paul’s vest. “I mean, you just drank a milkshake.” Paul gestured with the disposable razor. “Of course, it’s a futuristic opera about how […]
[Write the Story] A Night at the Opera
Prompt: A Night at the Opera Words: Air Force, crane, orchestrate, leotard, stubble, pinpoint, placate, machete, photo, pivot Story “Places, everyone. Places!” the stage manager bellowed through the backstage areas. The singers and dancers scurried in all directions in a flurry of tulle and leotard. “Air Force One has landed. We go in five!” The […]
[Spotlight Post] Stewart Copeland
Last month (April) I indulged myself by taking a Friday afternoon “off” and trekking into Dallas to the SMU campus for the end of Stewart Copeland’s 3-day music residency. Copeland indulged students, faculty, and general public fans (like me and many others) in an almost 2-hour Interview/Q&A session. For those who aren’t as familiar with […]