“Jimmy’s Hall”: Ken Loach’s Irish working class heroes
"Jimmy's Hall" is about Jimmy Gralton, the only Irishman deported as an illegal alien from Ireland, the land of his birth, without so much as a trial!
Today in history: Ernest Hemingway is born
Ernest Hemingway (July 21, 1899 - July 2, 1961) was one of America's most popular authors.
Art should be like a ribbon around a bomb: Diego and Frida in Detroit
When they came to Detroit in 1932 they were three years married: Diego worked feverously and created Detroit Industry, while Frida created 11 works to establish herself as a distinct artist in her own right.
Today in labor history: Ode to a labor troubadour, Woody Guthrie
He wasn't afraid to tackle the problems that workers and unionists faced, while bucking up their spirits, by singing about the people, you and me.
Today in history: Patrick Stewart turns 75
The highly accomplished, ever busy, and much beloved actor Patrick Stewart is 75 years old today.
"15 and a Union, Someday," a villanelle
This poem is a villanelle, a form of poetry that traces its humble roots to the Italian countryside and peasants singing rounds during the harvest.
Today in history: Ringo Starr turns 75, asks for peace and love
Ringo Starr, legendary drummer for the Beatles, and a world-renowned advocate for peace, was born as Richard Starkey in Liverpool, England, on this date in 1940.
"JFK and the Unspeakable" is "convincing portrait" of Kennedy
This is the only book on the assassination recommended by the Kennedy family.
Today in history: Earl Robinson, composer of “Joe Hill,” born
On this date in 1910, composer Earl Robinson was born in Seattle.
Misty Copeland named first black female principal dancer at ABT
Ms. Copeland, the dancer who has become a forceful voice for diversity in ballet, was named a principal dancer on Tuesday.
