MONTREAL (RPRN/Hollywood Today) 5/30/2009–Montreal’s world premiere of “Others”, presented this week at Sala Rosa, the newest creation from choreographer Genevieve Bolla and her fledgling company Evolucidanse, was anything but novice. In fact, the work – only the third creation by the 23 year-old Bolla and Evolucidanse – heralds the fully realized execution of a remarkably mature creative vision.
Bolla shows her wisdom not only in the all-important movement vocabulary and judgment of an audience’s attention span, but equally in her innovative use of an actor – a comic, really – to provide a needed counterpoint, foil, and some comic relief to a medium that is often given to dramatic over-indulgence.
“Others” - ostensibly exploring the image we project versus the reality of ourselves that we hide – seems to grapple just as much with the relationship between the sexes as any more intimate inter-personal relationship.
With a cast of five excellent female dancers - and one lone, baggy-panted, ball cap-sporting (and woefully boyish) male actor – the group explores first the difficulties inherent in true interconnection between (in particular) young men and women, and then delves into the equally fraught relationship between women themselves. Read the rest of this Hollywood Today story »
Part 2 in a 2-part series of Mother’s Day gift ideas, including fashion, health, fitness and Green treats
By Gabrielle Pantera
Revelation Abby dress, one dress, four looks
HOLLYWOOD, CA (Hollywood Today) 5/10/2009 - More Mothers Day gift ideas from the Distinctive Assets gift bag.
Fashion Gifts for Mom
Revelation by M.E. offers the The Abbey Dress with a slim, fitted silhouette. The boat neck dress can be reversed and works front or back. It’s also reversible. Turn it inside out and the dress looks new. With matching obi that works with both sides of the dress. The Christine Dress is a sleek tube dress. Add a printed chiffon for billowing sleeves, which can also double as an Empire waist tie for a more flirty cocktail look. Each silhouette can be worn up to five unique ways. Each dress is constructed from eco-conscious modal fabric and is produced in San Francisco.
www.revelationbyme.com
Marlo Brands Pavina Handbag Holders keep Mom’s purse off the floor. The beautiful handbag holders are conversations pieces too. Pavina’s classic designs are hand set with Swarovski crystals and stones. Purse holders are stress tested to hold 25 lbs.
Part 1 in a series of Mother’s Day gift ideas, including fashion, food, kitchen and travel treats
By Gabrielle Pantera
Epic Hotel offers pool party for Mom and the kids
HOLLYWOOD, CA (Hollywood Today) 5/10/2009 - A long list of celebrity Mom’s received gift baskets from Distinctive Assets with the latest in Mother’s Day gifts. Celebrity Moms include Amy Poehler, Elisabeth Röhm, Ashlee Simpson, Tori Spelling, Angelina Jolie, Gwen Stefani, Michelle Monaghan, Alyson Hannigan, Jessica Alba, Minnie Driver, Jamie-Lynn Spears, Rebecca Romijn, Alison Sweeney, Julie Bowen, Kelly Rutherford, Angie Harmon, Elisabeth Hasselbeck, Elin Woods, Jennifer Garner, Nicole Richie, Nicole Sullivan, Constance Marie, Lisa Marie Presley, Tisha Campbell-Martin and Camila Alves.
Angelina Jolie, Amy Poehler, Gwen Stefani, Jennifer Garner, Ashlee Simpson, Jamie-Lynn Spears, Jessica Alba, Lisa Marie Presley, Nicole Richie, Rebecca Romijn, and Tori Spelling will be celebrating their Mother’s Day this year with a basket full of green goodies.
By Janine Theriault
Los Angeles (Hollywood Today/RushPRnews) 5/9/09 - In keeping with spring’s promise of renewal, a broader sense of the nurturing of motherhood, and building on the momentum of Earth Day, many celebrity moms are continuing to go green for this Mothers Day. Moms such as Angelina Jolie, Amy Poehler, Gwen Stefani, Jennifer Garner, Ashlee Simpson, Jamie-Lynn Spears, Jessica Alba, Lisa Marie Presley, Nicole Richie, Rebecca Romijn, and Tori Spelling Read the rest of this Hollywood Today story »
Fitness Centers Around the DC Area Tackle Obesity Just In Time for May, the National Physical Fitness and Sports Month
By Janine Theriault
WASHINGTON,(HT/RPRN) 5/08/09 - The old maxim “there is no time like the present” is particularly applicable to the epidemic of childhood obesity this month, as new studies highlight yet more concerns for the health of the nation’s children and we enter into May – otherwise known as National Physical Fitness and Sports Month.
The topic should be of general interest (and particular concern) to residents of Washington D.C. now, as the area appears to be the epicenter of the modern endemic, and the current month affords even more opportunity, resources, and motivation for tackling the problem of childhood obesity head on. Read the rest of this Hollywood Today story »
Startup Camp Montréal ever growing attendance attests to the entrepreneurial spirit in North America.
By Ane Howard, Editor-in-Chief
MONTREAL (RPRN) 05/09/2009–Startup Camp Montréal, whose tagline is Ready, Set, Pitch, held its fourth edition at the Société des Arts Technologiques on May 7. Its success with its over 400 attendees attests to the entrepreneurial spirit that lives in North America, even in this downturn economy. Entrepreneurs and Investors came to hear keynote speakers and companies from as far away as Silicon Valley, Boston, Toronto and Montreal generously shared their stories. Read the rest of this Hollywood Today story »
MONTREAL (Hollywood Today/RPRN) 07/05/09- Very interesting films are out on DVD this week, including the much-anticipated Oscar winning motion picture “The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button”. A feel-good romantic comedy and a heartfelt independent drama are also on the menu to enjoy.
The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button
From the Oscar-nominated director of “The Game”, “Fight Club” and “Zodiac”, David Fincher, comes “The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button”, this week’s most anticipated DVD release. Eric Roth and Robin Swicord wrote the screen story, which they adapted from the 1920’s tale by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Then Roth himself Read the rest of this Hollywood Today story »
Environmentalist Mom & Advocate Out to Save the Earth One Family at a Time with Gift Bags and the Help of Eco-Conscious Celebs
CHICAGO IL (Hollywood Today/RPRN) 04/14/09-”I Count for My Earth”, is Lynn Hasselberger’s mantra, the environmental advocate behind myEARTH360.com and icountformyEARTH.com, one feisty and passionate mom fighting for our earth, one family at a time through her advocacy programs, including her newest earth-friendly endeavor: Earth Day in Hollywood ‘09 Gift Bags by Distinctive Assets. The gift bags are filled with products that help to reduce, reuse and/or recycle.
A committed environmentalist, DiCaprio has received praise from environmental groups
Celebs and Entrepreneur Join Force To Save the Earth
By Janine Theriault
HOLLYWOOD (Hollywood Today/RushPRnews) 03/28/09 - With Earth Day ’09 fast approaching, many people find their minds wandering to thoughts tinged with green. In the face of what may seem to be a daily deluge of bad environmental news, a certain sense of helpless blues edging out the agreeable green in one’s mind can be expected. It can be hard to see what effect any one person can have on the problem.
Fortunately, it appears that a new breed of entrepreneurs is taking up the challenge presented by the environment’s degradation. Thanks to these individuals, consumers now have an ever-broadening choice, especially on-line, of shops providing green products - allowing instant-activism with a click of the mouse.
Small business myEARTH360.com founder Lynn Hasselberger is one such person who decided to get over the malaise and get to work on making her world better.
MONTREAL (hOLLYWOOD TODAY/RPRN) 27/03/09- This week, 007 is back and seeking revenge, a French inspector is tracking down a serial killer, and two teenagers try to make it on the streets. This week’s releases will please seekers of every genre.
Quantum of Solace
After having captured Mr. White in “Casino Royale”, agent 007 (again played by Daniel Craig) picks up where he left off in this exciting sequel entitled “Quantum of Solace”. This is the 22nd James Bond film, and the 2nd of a trilogy on Bond’s early days as an agent. This thriller was directed by Marc Forster, Golden Globe nominee for “Finding Neverland” in 2005, and director of the Oscar nominated film “The Kite Runner”. Paul Haggis (writer and director of “Crash”, the winning film for Best Motion Picture at the 2006 Academy Awards) wrote the screenplay alongside Neal Purvis (writer of “Die Another Day”). This sequel is based on a short story by Ian Fleming, creator of the James Bond character. After delivering Mr. White to authorities, 007 must stop Read the rest of this Hollywood Today story »
Review of $99 Linux set-top box that streams Netflix movies to your TV instantly *** 3 Stars
By Gabrielle Pantera
HOLLYWOOD, CA (Hollywood Today) - Roku is a cute little black box that lets you watch your Netflix queue of movies or hit series TV shows instantly. Using the Roku to watch Netfix movies works beautifully. The paperback book-sized box doesn’t take up too much room and only costs $99.
To get access to download an unlimited number of movies costs $8.99 a month and is the same Netflix “Unlimited” account most Netflix customers already have. All you need to add is the box. Netflix CEO Reed Hastings said last year that Read the rest of this Hollywood Today story »
According to the Los Angeles Times, Rihanna (left) has accused boyfriend Chris Brown (right) of threatening and attacking her in Los Angeles Sunday before the two were expected to attend the Grammy Awards. She has since returned to Brown and is rumored to have married him.
By Janine Theriault
Blaming The Victim - And Letting Of Easy the Aggressor
HOLLYWOOD (Hollywood Today/RPRN) 03/20/09 - One of the latest and most disturbing revelations to come out of the sordid Rihanna and Chris Brown affair is a recent study done of 200 Boston area 12-19 year-old in which nearly half of them put the blame for the savage beating on the female part of the equation (52 per cent said “they were both to blame”). Just to clarify, that’s the victim of the beating, the one allegedly strangled to the point of unconsciousness. Somehow, many people are dismayed to realize, these kids believe the woman must be the root of male aggression - that he can’t really be held responsible for his own actions.
Should people be truly surprised by these results when the kids being interviewed are raised on ultra-violent images and inundated with misogynist lyrics? Read the rest of this Hollywood Today story »
By Janine Theriault 
