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COvER AND ABOvE: ZADE ROSENTHAL/DiSNEY/MARvEL

Our Cover Story this week takes on the super summer blockbusters, starting with “The Avengers” opening tonight at midnight. See Pages 8-11.

What’s inside 6 | On a budget?

Trace Adkins sits down for a spell; WWE SmackDown returns

7 | Get Out

24 | Arts

David Quick previews outdoor fitness options

8-12 | Movies

Summer blockbusters, ”The Avengers,” “Damsels in Distress”

13 | Movie listings

Food Wednesdays in

15-17 | Food + Bev

Whet your appetite.

20-23 | Feature stories

Check out Dollar Days, written

by Charleston Scene editor Allison Nugent

Pawleys Front Porch, Charleston Pizza Company, Chew on This

18-19 | Weekend events

A look at upcoming events

26-27 | Music

CD reviews, upcoming shows

28-29 | Calendar, Nightlife, Sudoku 30-34 | Comics + TV grid

With horoscopes and a crossword puzzle

35 | Trivia, Abby

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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with food and fun

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et’s break from our usual random style (and budget guidelines for one event) and choose a theme this week: Cinco de Mayo.

Don’t really know what the day is about? That’s OK, as Head2Head Trivia this week is all about the holiday.

Check it out on Page 35.

In the meantime, learn about what Charleston has to offer Saturday.

Mexican culture will be on display with your favorite Mexican beer and more.

Food will be provided by HomeTeam BBQ, and beer and wine will be available for purchase. Tickets are $10, $7 for students, and may be purchased in advanced at www. charlestonhippodrome.com FiLe/Grace Beahm/staFF or at the box office the day of A beer margarita will hit the event. the spot come Saturday.

‘Cincopalooza’

If you really take this party seriously, head over to Southside 17 Bar & Grill, 3632 Savannah Highway, for a 12-hour event.

Noon-midnight, enjoy live music from nine participating bands, raffles, prizes, cornhole, and deals on Mexican drinks and food.

Proceeds benefit the Herb vs the Brain Foundation.

Call 641-7043.

games, margaritas, pinatas, live music and more.

Go to tattooedmoose.com.

Cinco De ‘Manny’s’

Manny’s Neighborhood Grill, 1680 Old Towne Road, is breaking away from its Greek and Mediterranean roots to celebrate all things Mexican at its Cinco De “Manny’s” Fiesta.

Mexican cuisine and beers Charleston festival will be available, and don’t The Charleston Cinco de forget the tequila and marCinco De MaY’All Mayo Festival brings to the garitas. Also part of the fun is Hosted by the East CooVisitor Center Bus Shed, 375 the Mariachi Karaoke Fiesta, per Breakfast Rotary, this Meeting St., the Mexican which will start around 9 p.m. event is billed as a “Cinco De Call 763-3908 or find Manholiday that is celebrated throughout the United States. Mayo celebration with a bit ny’s on Facebook. of a Southern drawl.”

The event provides an Starting a day early on Fri- Juanita Greenberg’s opportunity to experience Juanita Greenberg’s in day, enjoy live music, food, Hispanic food, dance and Mount Pleasant, 410 W. games and prizes, live and music 6-11 p.m. Tickets are Coleman Blvd., is boastsilent auctions and more. $10. Funds benefit Nuevos ing of “the biggest Cinco de Held 7-10:30 p.m. on GoldCaminos, an organization Mayo Party in town.” bug Island, 1560 Ben Sawyer dedicated to serving the loCelebrating its one-year Blvd., Mount Pleasant, tickets cal Hispanic community. anniversary, the restaurant Go to charlestoncinco.com. are $30, which includes $5 worth of tickets for beverages. will have live music, a beer The Hippodrome truck, margarita station, taco Proceeds benefit My Sister’s This year, Awendaw Green House of North Charleston. bar, jump castles, pinatas and is bringing Cinco de Mayo more. The fun starts at 11:30 Check out www.cincodeto the waterfront at The Hip- mayall.com. a.m., and admission is free. podrome, 360 Concord St. Call 329-6224 or go to (next to the S.C. Aquarium). Tattooed Moose www.juanitagreenbergs.

The Tattooed Moose, 1137 com.

Starting at 6 p.m., three Morrison Drive, hosts its groups of musicians will Benefit at vineyard third annual Mexican feshave you dancing around Wine and Design, a recenttivus. The party will offer the theater.

ly renamed and refurbished art studio in Mount Pleasant, will “paint it forward” as it hosts this fundraiser for MUSC Children’s Hospital.

Wine and Design is partnering with Firefly and Irvin-House Vineyard for this painting class at the Irvin-House Vineyard, 6775 Bears Bluff Road on Wadmalaw Island.

From 11 a.m.-5 p.m., enjoy live music, food, and wine and liquor tastings. Tickets are $50, which includes the tasting of six spirits (shot glasses included) and five wines (wine glasses included), the art class plus materials.

Call 388-7857 or go to www.wineanddesignsc.com.

Event of note

And as much as Cinco de Mayo should be celebrated, we musn’t neglect the very important holiday the day before: May the Fourth Be With You (get it?)

Jimbo’s Rock Lounge, 1662 Savannah Highway, will be hosting Star Wars Day on Friday, May 4 (get it now?).

Featuring a photo booth, live music, a DJ and local artists displaying/selling pieces based on “Star Wars,” this event starts at 8 p.m. At 10 p.m., the fun switches to the 21 and older crowd.

Oh, did we mention there’s going to be a costume contest? Around 11 p.m. And if you don’t happen to have a light saber in, say, your closet at home, you can pick up a flier at Captain’s Comics or Jimbo’s Rock Lounge for 15 percent off at Hokus Pokus.

Go to www.jimbosrock loungecharleston.com or call 225-2200.

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Charles Towne Landing kicks off 5K race series

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he longer I live, the more I realize life is truly cyclical. What’s out of favor today will be in favor tomorrow.

Twelve years ago, almost to this date, I wrote a column about how a manager at Charles Towne Landing was putting the squeeze on running and racing in the beautiful, historic state park.

Specifically, in a letter to race organizers, the thenmanager said runners coming to the park would be charged a $5 admission fee and that “Due to safety

concerns, we are no longer allowing road races, walks, etc. on our entrance and exit roads. Please plan accordingly.”

The manager at the time, who called people who ran and walked in the park “recreators,” clearly was focused on the history of the place, and his new rules put the proverbial kibosh on organized runs in the park, though it didn’t keep people from running and walking in the park, before gates open, for free. That manager resigned in 2004.

And while the bounty of races in the area made the virtual race ban bearable, it was a significant change for the running community.

After all, Charles Towne Landing was as important to running in the Lowcountry as it was to the founding of Charleston.

One of the area’s first organized races, the Charles

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After 12 years, Race the Landing marks a return to organized races in Charles Towne Landing.

Towne Bicentennial Run was held in the park in 1974, four years before the first Cooper River Bridge Run. And in the ’80s and ’90s, the park typically hosted five to six annual races a year.

Race the Landing

Starting tonight, Charles Towne Landing and the Friends of Charles Towne Landing are opening their arms to runners once again

with an interesting new 5K race series, Race the Landing. The series features five 5Ks on Thursday evenings starting with a kids run at 6:15 p.m. and a 5K at 7 p.m.

Each race, held entirely on paved road and trails, will have a theme with refreshments that reflect the theme: Today: “Southern Comfort” with a “pig pick’n” and bluegrass music.

May 10: “Barbados Night”

with “food from the islands.”

June 7: “Taste of Italy,” where the carb-loading happens after the race.

June 14: “Mexican Fiesta” with a promised “finest fiesta north of Mexico.”

June 19: “All-American” with hamburgers, hot dogs and cold beer.

The fees are basically $25 for each 5K, or $100 for the series, and $10 for each kids race. Money raised will go to Friends of Charles Towne Landing to help with expenses of the park not covered by state funding. Go to racethelanding.com.

Current manager Rob Powell notes that the park has undergone major physical changes in the past eight years and that staff and the friends group were looking for a way to bring races back to the park without interfering with regular operating hours. “An evening race series fit the bill,” Powell said.

“Charles Towne Landing is a publicly owned park, and we want the public to use it and see all that we have to offer.”

37th Hell Hole 10K

One race that almost dates back to Charles Towne Landing’s running heritage is the Hell Hole Swamp Festival Gator Run & Walk.

The 37th Gator Run, a 10K loop course through Francis Marion National Forest, will start at 8:15 a.m. Saturday in Jamestown. The race features gator head trophies to top finishers. The fee for the run is $25 at www.active. com or at On the Run in Mount Pleasant 10 a.m.6 p.m. today and Friday.

The fee is $35 if signing up 7-7:45 a.m. Saturday at Jamestown Town Hall.

Many stay for the festival itself, which includes a parade and an array of contests (best legs, arm wrestling, spitting and ugly dog).

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‘The Avengers’ opens ‘super’ summer season

By Steven Rea The Philadelphia Inquirer

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y sheer numbers, the caped crusaders, masked crimebusters and spandex-ed superheroes lining up at the movie box office for the summer season, which begins Friday (tonight if you’re a big fan) when “The avengers” opens, has to be the largest gathering of comic book-spawned dudes (and dudettes) in the history of summer movies.

In “The avengers” alone, there are, of course, Iron Man, Captain america, the Hulk, Black Widow, Hawkeye and Thor, brought together by nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson) to save the world from a demented norse god (Thor’s evil sibling, Loki).

By the time Labor Day comes around, the multiplexes will have been home to not just the previously mentioned gang of Marvel Comics neurotics, but to SpiderMan (“The amazing Spider-Man”), Batman (“The Dark Knight Rises”) and those alien-tracking G-men (“Men in Black 3”). So, if you’re counting the openings, that’s a new franchise crammed with old standbys; a reboot with a replacement web-slinger (andrew Garfield replacing toby Maguire), the third brooding Batinstallment starring Christian Bale, and Will Smith and tommy Lee Jones back in black, 10 years after their last caper with sinister ets. Pricey sequels, one and all, and if any of these $125-million- to $200-million-budgeted behemoths tank, studio chieftains will be sweating bullets.

(They’ll be sweating bullets anyway.)

But wait, there’s more.

Summer 2012 is crammed with sequels, spinoffs, remakes, with book and old tv show adaptations, and reimaginings of fairy tales and myths. In short, you’re going to have to search high and low for a film that actually began life as an original idea. Hollywood isn’t called an industry for nothing, and the corporate conglomerates that oversee the studios want to ensure that what has thus far been an up year in attendance, and revenues (thanks in no small part to “The Hunger Games”), continues that way. Which doesn’t necessarily mean there won’t be surprises on screen in the coming months, or satisfying filmmaking or innovation and invention. It’s just that you may have to look mighty hard to find it.

Here’s a list of some high-profile releases opening between tonight and Labor Day, and the reasons we might want to see them.

Marvel

Scarlett Johansson stars are Black Widow in “The Avengers.”

‘The Avengers’ Tonight

an online description of this Marvel/ Disney release (“the sixth installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe”) says that development of the little indie came together with “a grant from Merrill Lynch.” Kind of like workshopping your screenplay at Sundance, or taking a screenwriting retreat at the yaddo colony, isn’t it? The superhero confab includes Robert Downey Jr. as tony Stark/Iron Man, Chris evans as Steve Rogers/ Captain america, Mark Ruffalo as Bruce Banner/the Hulk, Chris Hemsworth as Thor, Scarlett Johansson as natasha Romanoff/Black Widow and Jeremy Renner as Clint Barton/Hawkeye. It’s looking huge.

‘The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel’ Friday Cash-strapped British pensioners (including Bill nighy, Judi Dench) retire on the cheap to a ramshackle hotel in India, run by Dev Patel. John Madden (“Shakespeare In Love”) directs a stellar cast, including tom Wilkinson and Maggie Smith.

‘Dark Shadows’ May 11

“Reveal yourself, tiny impostor!” Barnabas Collins says to the singer in the tv set in what may be the only laugh the trailer for the tim Burton-directed, Johnny Depp-starring film has to offer. It’s a bigscreen redo of the shlocky small-screen series about an 18th-century vampire who finds himself, confusingly, in the 1970s.

With Michelle Pfeiffer, Chloe Moretz and Mrs. Burton, aka Helena Bonham Carter.

‘The Dictator’ May 16

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Johnny Depp stars as Barnabas Collins in the gothic comedy “Dark Shadows.”

‘Men in Black 3’ May 25

Will Smith goes back in time to fight an alien (Jemaine Clement from “Flight of the Conchords”) with a younger version of the tommy Lee Jones’ character played by Josh Brolin. Directed by Barry Sonnenfeld, the $215 million production was plagued by delays and cost overruns.

‘Moonrise Kingdom’ June 15 So what if the trailer looks like a parody of a Wes anderson movie? (tents, terriers, Bill Murray, French pop music.) It is a Wes anderson movie — about two lovestruck runaway pipsqueaks. and ed norton, Bruce Willis and Frances McDormand are in it. although it premieres at the Cannes Film Festival, a few lucky folks have seen it, and one appreciative soul described it as a cross between anderson’s own “Fantastic Mr. Fox” and the 1979 two-kids-fall-in-love “a Little Romance,” starring a pipsqueaky Diane Lane.

Sacha Baron Cohen poses as a nutty tyrant named Gen. admiral aladeen, who wanders around new york City causing trouble. One gag has “aladeen” convincing tourists he’s plotting to blow up Mark seliger/Mct the Statue of Liberty. anna Faris plays Sacha Baron Cohen Please see Movies, Page e9 in “The Dictator.” his girlfriend.

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Movies, from E8

‘Snow White and the Huntsman’ June 1 This is confusing: Bella Swan is being chased by Thor, under orders from the heroine of “Prometheus” (see below)? “Twilight Saga” star Kristen Stewart takes a stab at the old fairy tale, full of femme-empowerment and sword-and-sorcery chops, while Chris Hemsworth is the titular predator and Charlize Theron the evil queen out for Snow’s blood (a very different interpretation than Julia Roberts gave in the recent “Mirror Mirror”).

‘Hysteria’ June 1 Maggie Gyllenhaal and Hugh Dancy star in this comedy about the introduction of the vibrator into Victorian society.

‘Prometheus’ June 8

“Everybody knows there’s a connection to ‘Alien,’ ” said Guy Pearce, who plays the intergalactic mogul Peter Weyland in Ridley Scott’s space thriller. “But it’s turned into something far grander in its philosophy and its ideas. ... It’s a real, stand-alone science fiction epic of the grandest proportions.” With Charlize Theron, Noomi Rapace, Michael Fassbender and Patrick Wilson.

‘Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted’ June 8

Alex the lion, Marty the zebra and Gloria the hippo on the loose in Monaco, and on the run from a taxidermist (Frances McDormand). The animated sequel features the voices of Ben Stiller, Chris Rock and Jada Pinkett Smith.

‘Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter’ June 22 The 16th president of the United States gets the Spielberg treatment later in the year (with Daniel Day-Lewis as Honest Abe), but in the meantime, why not try this actionhorror mashup, from the best-selling book

by Seth Grahame-Smith? Directed by Timur Bekmambetov under the auspices of Tim Burton.

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Christian Bale stars as Batman in “The Dark Knight Rises,” the third installment of the action thriller series.

‘The Amazing Spider-Man’ July 3

We get a new web-slinger (Andrew Garfield), Spidey gets a new love interest (Emma Stone), and the franchise gets a new director, Marc Webb, of “500 Days of Summer.” Rhys Ifans turns up as Spidey’s nemesis, Lizard.

‘To Rome With Love’ July 6 Woody Allen heads to Italy with “Vicky Cristina Barcelona” star Penelope Cruz, and with Jesse Eisenberg, Greta Gerwig, Alec Baldwin and Roberto Benigni (who was already there), for an episodic ensemble piece set in the city of Fellini, De Sica and killer gelato.

‘Brave’ June 22

‘The Dark Knight Rises’ July 20

Pixar goes to the highlands in this computer-animated 3D yarn about a defiant Scottish princess (the voice of Kelly Macdonald) who has to use her wits and her archery skills to overcome a pesky curse. Hey, how about a bow-and-arrow competition with Catnip Evergreen?

Batman/Bruce Wayne (Christian Bale) flirts with a new girl (Marianne Cotillard), keeps an eye on Catwoman (Anne Hathaway) and does full-on battle with Bane (Tom Hardy), who wants to burn Gotham to the ground. With Morgan Freeman and Joseph Gordon-Levitt.

‘The Bourne Legacy’ Aug. 3

The “legacy” part means that Jason Bourne (i.e., Matt Damon) isn’t in this sequel/ spinoff. Instead Jeremy Renner, fresh from his Impossible Missions Force gig, gets the assignment as a special agent on the run from various international baddies, and various factions inside the CIA. With Rachel Weisz, Edward Norton and returnees Joan Allen and Albert Finney.

‘Total Recall’ Aug. 3 A remake of the Arnold Schwarzenegger/ Paul Verhoeven hit, but one that puts a new spin on the original Philip K. Dick sci-fi story about artificial memory. Featuring Colin Farrell, Kate Beckinsale, John Cho and Jessica Biel.

‘Sparkle’ Aug. 17 Whitney Houston’s final film about a Supremes-like singing group fronted by “American Idol” winner Jordin Sparks. The soundtrack includes Houston and Sparks performing R. Kelly’s “Celebrate.”

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Andrew Garfield takes over as SpiderMan in “The Amazing Spider-Man,” a franchise reboot.

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The Hulk is back in action

Q&A with Lou Ferrigno

By Allison nugent who will be in town for the anugent@postandcourier.com opening of “The Avengers.”

Q: I read that the Hulk he Hulk has been one was one of your childhood of the busiest Marvel heroes. Did you read Marcharacters, having had vel comics growing up? a cartoon series in the ’60s, What was your favorite? the tV show in the ’70s, A: yes, i did. i read “The which spawned five madeHulk” comic and “superfor-tV movies, cartoon series man.” The Hulk was my in the ’80s and ’90s, numerfavorite because i related to ous guest appearances and him a lot because i’ve had a cameos, and two standalone lot of anger in my life. films (which didn’t fare so well with fans).

Q: The Hulk has become And he’s not slowing such an iconic character. down. The Hulk returns in He’s had more movies and “The Avengers” (in theaters TV shows than any of the tonight). Also, a live-action other Avengers. Why do tV series is in development you think that is? (by guillermo del toro) and A: A lot of what happened a new Disney cartoon series to the Hulk, people can reis in production. late to the character and his lou Ferrigno is most close- anger and frustration, that’s ly associated with the popu- why he’s a more popular, lar live-action tV series, iconic character, i think. bringing the character of the Hulk to life in all his green Q: The Hulk has been a glory. Though the series was part of your life since 1977. shot in the ’70s, Ferrigno re- Did you ever think it would mains an integral part of the go on this long?

Hulk and his storied career.

A: you know, that’s a good Ferrigno, a retired body question. i wasn’t so sure builder who has a Mr. because i knew when it beAmerica title and two concame a series, we were all very secutive Mr. universe titles to excited, and it’s now been his name, won the roll of the almost 40 years. i think (my Hulk after the documentary involvement) has a lot to do “Pumping iron” brought his with the fact that it’s a persona 6-5, 285-pound frame to the and keeping in character ... attention of tV producer and people want more of the Kenneth Johnson.

Hulk, that’s what kept it going.

Ferrigno went on to star in films such as “sinbad of the Q: Do you ever resent the seven seas” and “Hercules,” fact that you’re primarily with numerous tV appearrecalled for playing one ances, including a reoccurring character, the Hulk? roll on “The King of Queens.”

A: never. Because a lot of But he continued to return actors that played characters to the roll of the Hulk, and on a tV series are forgotten. always will, if Ferrigno has his i don’t mind being associway. He has had a hand in the ated with the Hulk because tV appearances since the live- i’ve done over 40 films and action series ended and made it’s my favorite character and the jump to the big screen with i’m very proud. roles in 2003’s “Hulk” and 2008’s “The incredible Hulk.”

Q: How long did the Hulk And to top it all off, Ferrimakeup take? Was the gno is supplying the voice of makeup uncomfortable? the Hulk in “The Avengers.”

A: The makeup of the Hulk one has the right to be took like 3 or 3-and-a-half green with envy as i got hours and it’s very uncomthe chance to chat over the fortable because i had to phone last week with the one wear the makeup 12 to 14 hours a day and they had to and only incredible Hulk,

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Actors Vincent Pastore (left) and Lou Ferrigno get together at the Big Apple Comic Con in New York in 2009. retouch me. ... The contacts, the hair, in and out in hot and cold all day long. it was just the hardest thing i’ve ever done. But the beauty of it was that the makeup would complete it and i would come into character.

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Marvel Comics’ Incredible Hulk looms over attendees at the Comic-Con 2008 convention in San Diego.

i think the Hulk was great.

And my voice is in it, so i love the film because i know how the Hulk thinks and feels, and i think people connect Cinebarre is hosting “the Biggest Weekend in its history with that. i think it will have in the Lowcountry.” an effect on a lot of people.

It all kicks off today with a Marvel movie marathon, Q: There have been mixed capped off with the midnight premiere of “The Avengers.”

For $40, catch showings of the following: Q: Why is the Hulk your reactions to the other two favorite character to play?

Hulk movies. What did you z “Iron Man” at 10 a.m.

A: The Hulk was my favor- think of them? z “The Incredible Hulk” at 1 p.m. ite character to play because A: The first one i didn’t of the fact that i identify with care for because you couldn’t the Hulk. i was the Hulk my identify with the Hulk or the z “Iron Man 2” at 3:30 p.m. whole life. And i like that he comic book series. The last z “Thor” at 6:30 p.m. portrayed a lot of sensitivity, one, it was better because it that’s a lot of who i am. was more like the original z “Captain America” at 9 p.m. tV series concept.

Q: What’s been your coolz “The Avengers” at 12:01 a.m. est fan moment?

Q: What do you think A: one time a guy came to of them using CGI rather And as if that weren’t cool enough, vintage toys and me and he had a costume on than painting someone up comics will be for sale on site, video gaming booths will be and was making these weird as they did with you? set up, and food and drink specials will be available all day. sounds, and i kept asking A: i’d rather they use me Attendees are encouraged to dress up as their favorite him who he was and he using Cgi and motion capwouldn’t tell me. ... i found ture because you can’t com- marvel hero or villain. out the next day that it was pete with a human Hulk, the The fun continues Friday, opening day of “The Avengers,” with a guest appearance from the original Incredible Hulk Michael Jackson.

Cgi’s kind of tough. himself, Lou Ferrigno.

The Hulk will be available to meet fans, sign autographs Q: What did you think of Q: Any fun stories about and take pictures starting at 6:30 p.m. And don’t miss the “The Avengers”?

Stan Lee? Q&A with him before the 7 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. showings of A: i haven’t seen it yet, A: i first met stan back in “The Avengers.” but my kids went to see it at 1978. They told me he was Wrapping things up Friday night will be a shadow cast the premiere. They said it coming down to the set, and performance of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” by Backwas the best Marvel movie i got excited because i got to Row Productions. Seating begins at 11:30 p.m., and the they’ve ever seen and the meet the guy who created show starts at midnight.

Hulk was the best part of the the Hulk. Well, when i met On Saturday, meet real life original gangster and exmovie. you know i did the him in person, i was taken voice and everything. i think aback by the way he talked. i mobster Henry Hill, who will be attending the Goodfellas it’s going to be a smash. thought he was putting on a Gangster Gala. show. He kept making fun of Starting at 5 p.m., take part in the Mafia Wives & Mistress Makeovers, the Wiseguy Recipe Cookoff, the Mafia Car Q: What do you think of me and telling me i needed Show and more. Bring chairs and blankets for an outdoor the Hulk’s return to the big to put on more weight, he screen? was teasing me. We really hit screening of “Goodfellas,” which starts at sundown. This A: i think it’s great because it off. event is free.

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‘Avengers’ hits big screen with a blast

By CHRISTy LEMIRE Associated Press

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he hype has been building for years, and it couldn’t possibly be more deafening at this point.

After a series of summer blockbusters that individually introduced Iron Man, the Incredible Hulk, Thor and Captain America, all these characters come together alongside several other friends and foes in Marvel’s “The Avengers.”

And with director and cowriter Joss Whedon, they couldn’t be in better hands.

He’s pulled off the tricky feat of juggling a large ensemble cast and giving everyone a chance to shine, of balancing splashy set pieces with substantive ideology.

Stuff gets blown up real good in beautifully detailed 3-D in “The Avengers.” The area in and around Grand Central Terminal, for example, gets obliterated beyond recognition in an exhausting, climactic battle. But the film as a whole is never a mess from a narrative perspective.

Whedon keeps a tight rein on some potentially unwieldy material, and the result is a film that simultaneously should please purists (one of which he is) and those who aren’t necessarily comic book aficionados. He also stays true to the characters while establishing a tone that’s very much his own.

As he did with the recent horror hit “The Cabin in the Woods,” which he co-wrote and produced, Whedon has come up with a script that’s cheeky and breezy, full of witty banter and sly popculture shout-outs as well as self-referential humor, one that moves with an infectious energy that (almost) makes you lose track of its 2-and-a-half hour running time.

The back-and-forth between Robert Downey Jr.’s glib Iron Man and Chris Evans’ old-school Captain America is electric, while

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(Scarlett Johansson).

But because these are superheroes with super powers, they also have super egos. And so a great deal of time is spent having them talk a lot of trash and square off against one another to prove who’s toughest.

There’s Iron Man vs. Thor, PhoTograPhs by Zade rosenThal/disney/aP Thor vs. The Hulk, HawkHawkeye (Jeremy Renner), Captain America (Chris Evans) and Black Widow (Scarlett Johansson) gear up in “The eye vs. Black Widow and so Avengers.” on. While they might seem like filler, these showdowns a reminder that a summer safety of said cube, springs allow each character to blockbuster can be glossy into action to reacquire it by have his or her time in the and entertaining but still assembling a dream team spotlight, and they do build have meatier matters on its of superheroes and other genuine tension. They also mind. sundry folks with specialhappen to represent the And we haven’t even gotten ized skills. Nick gets help in adolescent fantasies of every to the plot yet: It’s your basic this endeavor from his right- geek in the audience. So in bad-guy-wants-to-take-over- hand man, Agent Coulson theory, everyone’s happy. the-world kind of thing.

(Clark Gregg).

Eventually they will have to come together for one epic But even Whedon seems to Besides Iron Man, Thor battle against their shared recognize what a hackneyed and Captain America, the enemy in Midtown Manpremise that is, so he has a Hulk’s services are needed little fun with it. because the Tesseract exudes hattan, home of Iron Man Tony Stark’s latest dazzling The preening, effete Loki a radiation that will help (Tom Hiddleston), the bitter track it, and the Hulk, despite architectural creation, his Samuel L. Jackson portrays Nick Fury. eponymous high-rise, and a brother of hunky demigod the threat of his gigantic, Thor (Chris Hemsworth), green volatility, knows a little cool place in general to stage Downey’s more low-key, the right kind of writing. massive movie destruction. descends to Earth from something about gamma philosophical exchanges But the film’s vibe is never Asgard, which still has a “The Avengers” is at its rays. (Ruffalo, stepping into with Mark Ruffalo’s Hulk smug or off-putting; these strongest in its quieter, simdistinctly ’70s cheesiness the Bruce Banner role that help give the film some instill are comic book heroes pler moments, when people about its twinkly sci-fi aesEric Bana and Edward Nortellectual heft. full of all the torment and are actually talking to each thetic. ton played previously in the Actually, Downey just introspection you’d expect. other. The dialogue sparkles Once here, he steals the past decade, brings a sense about runs away with this And for a movie that’s Tesseract, the cosmic blue of wry bemusement and ap- as brightly as the special efwhole thing, a tough feat violent as all get out, “The fects; these people may be cube that gives its bearer un- pealing self-deprecation to to pull off in a cast full of Avengers” ends up being an limited power, or some such. this dangerous and misunwearing ridiculous costumes personalities who are larger earnest plea for peace. but they’re well fleshed-out The no-nonsense Nick derstood character.) than life; it just goes to show As in the best of its preFury (Samuel L. Jackson), There’s also master assassin underneath. And so in every once again how irresistibly decessors, the original regard, this movie truly fulthe head of SHIELD, which Hawkeye (Jeremy Renner) charismatic he can be with “Iron Man” from 2008, it’s had been entrusted with the and super spy Black Widow fills its hype.

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Stillman shows no distress with ‘Damsels’

By Rene RodRiguez McClatchy Newspapers

Phil Gyford

Megalyn Echikunwoke (from left), Carrie MacLemore, Greta Gerwig and Analeigh Tipton

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ith “damsels in distress,” his fourth, funniest and most accessible film, writer-director Whit Stillman (“Metropolitan,” “Barcelona,” “Last days of disco”) shakes off his “acquired taste” label. instead of cloistered upper east Side society, 1970s Manhattan dance palaces or picturesque Spain, the setting this time is the presentday at a rumpled university campus in Anytown, uSA. At Seven oaks, a liberal arts college far removed from the ivy League turf of Stillman’s youth, the eternally optimistic Violet (greta gerwig) and her two soul sisters (Megalyn echikunwoke and Carrie MacLemore) carry on trying to make everyone’s life a little better.

At orientation, they pick out a freshman, Lily (Analeigh Tipton), and take her into their circle, filling her in on their personal mission.

Violet is the gang’s de facto leader: She’s the one who describes parties as a form of “youth outreach” where they can make an appearance, dance with some boys and bring a little joy into their lives. She’s the one who insists the group man the school’s suicide prevention hot line and is always on the lookout for potential cases of brewing depression.

Violet also believes the single biggest problem in contemporary life is “the tendency — very widespread — to always seek someone cooler than yourself.” instead, she suggests dating someone inferior and help them realize their inner potential, which can be rewarding and more reassuring. Violet is dating Frank (Ryan Metcalf), a boy so dumb he doesn’t even know he has blue

if you go  (out of five stars) Director: Whit Stillman caSt: Greta Gerwig, Analeigh Tipton, Megalyn Echikunwoke, Carrie Maclemore, Adam Brody, hugo Becker, ryan Metcalf, Billy Magnussen, Aubrey Plaza rateD: PG-13: Brief vulgar language, adult themes running time: 1 hour, 39 minutes What DiD you think?: find this review at charleston scene.com and offer your opinion. eyes (“i’m not going to go around checking what color my eyes are! Come on!” he states indignantly. “if my eyes were so blue, looking out, wouldn’t everything be kind of blue?”).

Frank’s frat brother Thor (Billy Magnussen) is even dumber: He doesn’t even know how to tell colors apart, but at least he admits it. “What’s embarrassing is pretending to know what you don’t,” Thor declares proudly, proving stupidity can be bliss. “damsels in distress” ambles about amiably without much of a narrative: Plot has never been Stillman’s strong suit, and in this film, he seems particularly indifferent to its demands. There are break-ups and affairs, one-night stands and ex-

tended flirtations.

Adam Brody (“The o.C.”) plays a grad student who is working on a thesis titled “The decline of decadence.” Hugo Becker is a French student named Xavier, and the spelling of his name is the subject of a debate among the girls about whether zorro wrote his name with an X, too.

The performances are all terrific; Stillman gets his actors to latch onto his absurdist vibe, then gives them wonderfully rich dialogue to play with, but gerwig is the film’s undeniable center.

Violet is a curious, baffling, endearing girl: She hates aggression and hostility; is extremely sensitive to B.o.; finds life-changing meaning in motel room soap; and wants to do something “especially significant” with her life, such as starting a new dance craze, because they always bring people together.

She, like the rest of the characters in the film, isn’t quite believable as a person.

But Stillman is aiming for a sunny mood, not realism, and he sends the movie off on a note of wonderful, elevating frivolity. “damsels in distress” is light and frothy by design, but i laughed out loud in nearly every scene, and there are lines in the movie that still make me chuckle.

This is the work of a singular voice in American cinema, except this time, everyone can be in on the jokes.

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SCORE: Out of 5 stars G: General Audiences PG: Parental Guidance PG-13: Parents strongly cautioned, some content unsuitable for children under 13 NR: Not Rated R: Restricted Note: Dates and times are subject to change. Call the theater to make sure times are correct.

Opening The Avengers PG-13

Iron Man, Thor, Captain America, The Hulk, Hawkeye and Black Widow fight to save the Earth from Loki and his army.

CINEbARRE: Fri-Thurs May 10: 12:25, 3:30, 7, 10:05 CINEbARRE 3D: Fri: 12:55, 3, 4, 6:30, 7:30, 9:35, 10:35; Sat-Sun: 9:45, 11:55, 12:55, 3, 4, 6:30, 7:30, 9:35, 10:35; Mon-Thurs May 10: 12:55, 3, 4, 6:30, 7:30, 9:35, 10:35 CITADEl: Fri-Thurs May 10: 1, 2, 2:30, 4:30, 5, 5:30, 8, 8:30, 9:15 CITADEl 3-D: Fri-Thurs May 10: 12:30, 4, 7:15, 10:15 CITADEl IMAX: 12:10, 3:30, 7, 10 Hwy 21: Today: 12:01 a.m.; FriThurs May 10: 8:15 JAMES ISlAND 2D: Today: 12:01 a.m.; Fri: 12:01 a.m., 1:20, 4:20, 7:20, 10:20; Sat-Sun: 1:20, 4:20, 7:20, 10:20; Mon-Thurs May 10: 4:20, 7:20, 10:20 JAMES ISlAND 3D: Today: 12:01 a.m.; Fri: 12:01 a.m., 12:30, 1, 3:35, 4, 6:35, 7, 9:40, 10; Sat-Sun: 12:30, 1, 3:35, 4, 6:35, 7, 9:40, 10; Mon-Thurs May 10: 4, 6:35, 7, 9:40, 10

Damsels in Distress PG-13

A group of college girls sets out to revolutionize the grungy and male-dominated environment of their university.

TERRACE: Fri-Thurs May 10: 1, 2:45, 4:40, 7:15, 9

who embezzles $40,000 and escapes to the Bates Motel.

Chimpanzee

The Room

This Disney documentary follows a 3-year-old chimpanzee as he gets separated from his troop and is adopted by a fully grown male chimpanzee.

TERRACE: Fri: 11:30

R

A melodramatic love triangle between a successful banker, his manipulative fiancee and his conflicted best friend.

TERRACE: Fri: 11:30

Playing 21 Jump Street R

 Young police officers pose as high school students.

CINEbARRE: Today: 1, 4, 7:40, 10:15; Fri: 1:05, 4:05, 7:40, 10:15; SatSun: 10:30, 1:05, 4:05, 7:40, 10:15’ Mon-Thurs May 10: 1:05, 4:05, 7:40, 10:15 CITADEl: Today: 1:15, 4:05, 7:05, 9:45 JAMES ISlAND: Today: 3:25, 6:20, 8:55 NORTHwOODS: Today: 1:15, 4:05, 7:10, 9:45 PAlMETTO GRANDE: Today: 1:15, 4:15, 7:05, 9:55 REGAl 18: Today: 2:15, 4:40, 7:45

Bully PG-13

This documentary follows the lives of five high school students who are victims of bullying on a daily basis.

Footnote

CITADEl: Fri-Thurs May 10: 2, 4, 7 TERRACE: Today: 12:35, 2:10, 7, 8:45

Father and son Israeli Talmudic studies professors experience a power struggle when a prestigious award is presented to one over the other.

Cabin in the Woods

PG

TERRACE: Fri-Thurs May 10: 12:50, 2:40, 4:35, 7:05, 9:10

North by Northwest NR

This classic Alfred Hitchcock thriller is a tale of mistaken identity, foreign spies, government secrets and the cross-country pursuit of an innocent man.

TERRACE: Fri: 9:30

Psycho R

Alfred Hitchcock’s classic horror slasher film about a secretary

TheaTers

R

1/2 Bad things happen when five friends go to a remote cabin in the wilderness.

CINEbARRE: Today: 1:15, 4:15, 7:45, 10:05 CITADEl: Today: 12:35, 2:45, 4:55, 7:20, 9:40; Fri-Thurs May 10: 9:20 JAMES ISlAND: Today: 3:20, 6:10, 8:30; Mon-Thurs May 10: 4:20, 7:10, 9:30 NORTHwOODS: Today: 12:40, 2:50, 5, 7:20, 9:40 PAlMETTO GRANDE: Today: 2:15, 4:55, 7:30, 10:10 REGAl 18: Today: 1:25, 3:35, 6:55, 9:15

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CITADEl: Today-Thurs May 10: 12:40, 2:50, 5, 7, 9 PAlMETTO GRANDE: Today: 2:30, 5:30, 7:55, 10:05 TERRACE: Today: 12, 1:30, 3, 4:30, 7:15, 8:40; Fri-Thurs May 10: 12:30, 2, 3:30, 5

The Five-Year Engagement R

A couple’s relationship becomes strained when their engagement is continually extended.

CINEbARRE: Today: 12:50, 3:50, 7:30, 10:20; Fri: 12:50, 3:50, 7:25, 10:10; Sat-Sun: 10, 12:50, 3:50, 7:25, 10:10; Mon-Thurs May 10: 12:50, 3:50, 7:25, 10:10 CITADEl: Today-Thurs May 10: 1:10, 4, 7, 9:45 NORTHwOODS: Today: 12:55, 3:50, 7, 9:40 PAlMETTO GRANDE: Today: 1, 1:40, 4:40, 7, 7:40, 10 REGAl 18: Today: 1:10, 3:50, 4:55, 7:10, 8, 9:50 TERRACE: Today: 2, 4:15, 7:15, 9:30; Fri-Thurs May 10: 2, 4:15, 7:20, 9:30

The Hunger Games PG-13

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In a post-apocalyptic world, 16-year-old Katniss Everdeen must compete in a televised survival game.

CINEbARRE: Today: 12:40, 3:45, 7:10, 10:15; Fri: 12:40, 3:45, 7:10, 10:20; Sat-Sun: 9:40, 12:40, 3:45, 7:10, 10:20; Mon-Thurs May 10: 12:40, 3:45, 7:10, 10:20 CITADEl: Today: 2, 5, 8; Fri-Thurs May 10: 12:45, 3:45, 7, 10 Hwy. 21: Today: 9:50 JAMES ISlAND: Today: 3, 6, 9; Fri-Sun: 1, 4, 7, 10; Mon-Thurs May 10: 4, 7, 10 NORTHwOODS: Today: 12:45, 3:45, 6:45, 9:45 PAlMETTO GRANDE: Today: 1, 4, 7, 8, 10 REGAl 18: Today: 1:15, 4:20, 7:25

In Darkness R

Based on the true story in German Nazi-occupied Poland, a petty thief hides Jewish

refugees in the labyrinth of the town’s sewers.

TERRACE: Today: 3:45

John Carter PG-13

A Civil War veteran is transported to Mars and becomes a prisoner of 12-foot-tall barbarians, but escapes and helps save a princess.

Hwy 21: Fri-Thurs May 10: 10:45

Lockout PG-13

A falsely convicted ex-government agent can regain his freedom if he rescues the president’s daughter.

NORTHwOODS: Today: 1:10, 7

The Lucky One PG-13

A Marine returns to North Carolina after serving in Iraq and searches for the unknown woman in a photograph he believes was his good luck charm.

CINEbARRE: Today: 1:10, 4:10, 7:20, 9:50; Fri: 1:15, 4:15, 7:20, 9:45; Sat-Sun: 10:45, 1:15, 4:15, 7:20, 9:45; Mon-Thurs May 10: 1:15, 4:15, 7:20, 9:45 CITADEl: Today-Thurs May 10: 12:30, 2:45, 5, 7:20, 9:40 Hwy 21: Today: 8; Fri-Thurs May 10: 10 JAMES ISlAND: Today: 3:30, 6:10, 8:40; Fri-Sun: 1:45, 4:30, 7:10, 9:40; Mon-Thurs May 10: 4:30, 7:10, 9:40 NORTHwOODS: Today: 12:20, 2:40, 5, 7:20, 9:40 PAlMETTO GRANDE: Today: 1:30, 4:10, 7:10, 9:50 REGAl 18: Today: 2:10, 4:30, 7:40

October Baby PG-13

Because of a medical emergency, a college freshman learns she is the adopted survivor of a failed abortion attempt and embarks on a journey to understand the circumstances of her difficult birth.

JAMES ISlAND: Fri-Sun: 2, 4:30, 7:15, 9:45

The Pirates! Band of Misfits PG

A crew of amateur pirates fails at plundering ships but ends up with Charles Darwin, the last living dodo bird and a battle with

Queen Victoria.

CINEbARRE 3D: Today: 1:30, 7:05; Fri-Thurs May 10: 1:25, 7:05 CINEbARRE: Today: 4:30, 9:20; Fri: 4:25, 9:20; Sat-Sun: 11:10, 4:25, 9:20; Mon-Thurs May 10: 4:25, 9:20 CITADEl 3D: Today-Thurs May 10: 12:30, 2:40, 4:50, 7, 9:10 JAMES ISlAND: Today: 4:50; FriSun: 12:30; Mon-Thurs May 10: 4:50 JAMES ISlAND 3D: Today: 7, 9:10; Fri-Sun: 2:40, 4:50, 7, 9:10; MonThurs May 10: 7, 9:10 NORTHwOODS 3D: Today: 12:30, 2:40, 4:50, 7, 9:10 PAlMETTO GRANDE 3D: Today: 1:50, 4:30, 7:50, 10 PAlMETTO GRANDE: Today: 2:40, 5:20 REGAl 18 3D: Today: 1:50, 4:10, 7:50 REGAl 18: Today: 1:20, 3:25, 7:20, 9:25

The Raven R

A young detective teams up with Edgar Allan Poe (John Cusack) to pursue a serial killer who is acting out the murders in the author’s stories.

CINEbARRE: Today: 1:05, 4:05, 7:25, 10; Fri: 1:10, 4:10, 7:35, 10:05; Sat-Sun: 10:40, 1:10, 4:10, 7:35, 10:05; Mon-Thurs May 10: 1:10, 4:10, 7:35, 10:05 CITADEl: Today-Thurs May 10: 1:15, 4:15, 7:15, 9:50 NORTHwOODS: Today: 1:20, 4:15, 7:15, 9:35 PAlMETTO GRANDE: Today: 2:10, 5, 7:40, 10:10 REGAl 18: Today: 1:40, 4, 7:30, 10

Safe R

An ex-cage fighter helps a 12- yearold Chinese girl avoid the Russian mob and corrupt NYC cops.

CINEbARRE: Today: 1:20, 4:20, 7:35, 9:55; Fri: 1:20, 4:20, 7:45, 9:55; SatSun: 10:50, 1:20, 4:20, 7:45, 9:55; MonThurs May 10: 1:20, 4:20, 7:45, 9:55 CITADEl: Today-Thurs May 10: 12:30, 2:45, 5, 7:15, 9:30 NORTHwOODS: Today: 1:15, 4:10, 7:20, 9:45 PAlMETTO GRANDE: Today: 2, 4:50, 7:25, 9:45 REGAl 18: Today: 1, 3:10, 7

Salmon Fishing in the Yemen PG-13

1/2 A fisheries expert is approached by a consultant to help actualize

a sheik’s vision of bringing flyfishing to the desert.

TERRACE: Today: 1:50, 4:10, 7, 9; Fri: 7; Sat-Thurs May 10: 7, 9

Think Like A Man PG-13

Four diverse friends turn the tables on their women once they discover the ladies have been using the advice from Steve Harvey’s book on relationships.

CINEbARRE: Today: 12:55, 3:55, 7:15, 10:10; Fri: 12:55, 3:55, 7:15, 10; Sat-Sun: 10:05, 12:55, 3:55, 7:15, 10; Mon-Thurs May 10: 12:55, 3:55, 7:15, 10 CITADEl: Today: 1:05, 3:55, 5, 7, 8, 9:40; Fri-Thurs May 10: 1:05, 2, 3:55, 5, 7, 8, 9:40 NORTHwOODS: Today: 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9:45 PAlMETTO GRANDE: Today: 1:20, 4:20, 7:25, 10:15 REGAl 18: Today: 1:30, 2, 3:30, 4:15, 4:50, 7:05, 7:35, 8:05, 9:45

The Three Stooges PG

In an attempt to save their childhood orphanage, Moe, Larry and Curly stumble into a murder plot and onto a reality TV show.

CINEbARRE: Today: 1:25, 4:25, 7, 9:25 CITADEl: Today-Thurs May 10: 12:50, 3, 5:10, 7:20, 9:30 Hwy 21: Today: 8; Fri-Thurs May 10: 8:15 JAMES ISlAND: Today: 4:10, 6:45, 9; Fri-Sun: 1:40, 4:10, 6:45, 9; Mon-Thurs May 10: 4:10, 6:45, 9 NORTHwOODS: Today: 12:45, 2:55, 5:05, 7:15, 9:25 PAlMETTO GRANDE: Today: 2:20, 5:10, 7:45, 10:05 REGAl 18: Today: 1:45, 3:55, 6:45, 9:35

Titanic 3D PG-13

 An epic story of romance and disaster on the ill-fated ship, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet.

CINEbARRE 3D: Today: 3:15, 7:50 CITADEl 3D: Today: 12:30, 4:30, 8:30 PAlMETTO GRANDE 3D: Today: 1, 5 REGAl 18: Today: 1:05, 6:45

Azalea Square, 215 Azalea Square Blvd., Summerville, 821-8000 | Cinebarre, 963 Houston-Northcutt Blvd., Mount Pleasant, 884-7885 | Citadel Mall Stadium 16 with IMAX, 2072 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., 556-4629 | Highway 21 Drive In, Beaufort, 846-4500 | James Island 8, Folly and Central Park Rd., 795-9499 | Hippodrome, 360 Concord St., Suite 100, 724-9132 | Cinemark Movies 8, 4488 Ladson Rd., Summerville, 800-326-3264 (dial 1415#) | Palmetto Grande, U.S. 17 North, Mount Pleasant, 216-TOWN | Regal Cinemas 18, 2401 Mall Drive, North Charleston, 529-1946 | Terrace, 1956-D Maybank Hwy., 762-9494 | Ivanhoe Cinema 4, Walterboro, 549-6400 | Northwoods Stadium Cinemas, 2181 Northwoods Blvd., North Charleston, 5186000

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Thursday, May 3, 2012: E15

Pawleys Front Porch

A throwdown for burger mania

By DeiDre Schipani Special to The Post and Courier

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n 2009, Kyle Taylor, a graduate of Johnson & Wales University in charleston, established pawleys Front porch in columbia.

On the menu: “out of bounds burgers.” Fueled by the appetites of the college crowd, his concept resonated with his audience. They valued the freshly ground burgers and house-made condiments.

This year, it was visited by the Food network’s “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives,” hosted

by Guy Fieri. you, too, can assume Fieri’s “hunch,” a stance taken to prevent these burgers’ juices from running down your arms or onto your clothing, at the second location of pawleys Front porch, which opened in February in Mount pleasant in the former Beef O’Brady’s spot.

There is no front porch at pawleys Front porch, but outdoor seating is available along the sidewalk.

House specialty

The menu is burgercentric, and each offering comes with lettuce, tomato, onion and a side. add a small salad, cup of she-crab soup or chili for an additional $3. all of the burgers are ground in-house. The patties are hand-formed, rested overnight if possible and grilled to order. They are named in honor of the Sea islands and coastal communities along the South carolina coast.

Beyond burgers

The menu provides enough diversity to entertain those who disdain burgers. here you will find substantial salads with housemade dressings, fish tacos ($8-$13.50), wraps ($9),

Similar temperature ranges occurred with the mahi-mahi taco (2 for $9).

Warm, fresh “fingers” of fish (2) were placed on a chilled flour tortilla, topped with chilled corn and black bean salsa, finished with a chipotle seasoned sour cream and wide strips of red and green cabbage. By the time you took a bite, all was cold.

That was the overall disappointment, the temperature of the foods. it appeared that the kitchen was not in sync ALYSSA MURkIN/STAFF with the preparations of the Pawleys Front Porch is in the Belle Hall Shopping Cencooked foods and the timing ter in Mount Pleasant. of service. young, friendly servers are A cooling effect sandwiches ($8) and a veggie well-schooled on the menu, The burgers are 8-ounce burger ($9). but as the pace in the restauportions and are tasty meat. rant picks up, especially with Daily specials give the The bun (you have a choice kitchen latitude to explore the outdoor patrons, they of sesame Kaiser, multilongitude: Vietnamese taseem to lose their rhythm grain, ciabatta or pretzel) cos, curried chicken tacos, and ability to monitor all was not toasted as requested. their tables. chicken parmesan sandWe ordered Taylor’s favorwiches, italian wedding They are taking all the ite: the Wadmalaw ($10.50) soup, Moroccan tacos with right steps to create a burger without the bacon. The harissa sauce and stuffed empire. They just need to burger had good flavor, but grape leaves all have been pay attention to timing and the chilled bun, lettuce and available. expect to see a temperature and then their tomato zapped any warmth “porch” will get in the swing daily soup, sandwich and the meat provided. taco special. of it.

The restaurant is big on promotions, and you are advised to check out its Facebook page to stay current.

Cuisine: American They also operate a mobile Category: Neighborhood Favorite food truck that was the perLoCation: 608 Long Point Road, Unit A, Belle Hall fect platform to set the stage Shopping Center, Mount Pleasant for their entrance into our Phone: 216-5889 market. hours: Monday-Thursday 11:30 a.m.-10 p. m., FridayShort of tortilla chips ($6Saturday 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m., Sunday 11:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. $8), all the appetizers are Food:  fried. and frying is someserviCe: 1/2 thing they do well. a basket atmosPhere: 1/2 of fried pickle “sickles” ($7) PriCe: $ with buttermilk ranch dipCost: Appetizers $4-$9; soups $4.50-$5.50; salads $8ping sauce was crisp, hot, $12.50; tacos $8-$13.50; burgers $9-$10.50; sandwiches salty and herbal — a perfect $8-$9; kids menu $4.25-$5.25; desserts $5.50; daily spebuddy to burgers or a brew. cials MP The she-crab soup ($4.50, vegetarian oPtions: Limited $5.50) did not fare as well.

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803-Pawleys. Daily specials.

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Find familiar offerings at Charleston Pizza Co.

By RoB young Special to the Post and Courier

if you go

The dough, or application of, differs here at least. It’s What: Charleston Pizza Co. thin, super-thin actually, he color alone is Where: 271 Ashley Ave. but not necessarily crispy. enough to attract curi- More inFo: 937-7427 Though it’s not bad, and osity. Ah, such is lime it’s certainly affordable and the offerings have assumed green and its place on the filling. new titles. color wheel. grab a 10-inch cheese for And such is Charleston Piz- What gilroy’s calls the $6, 12-inch medium for $8 za Co., the lime green build- Pepperoni Powerhouse and $14-inch large for $10. ing peeking from Ashley Av- (double pepperoni, double Specialties run $9-$15. enue and the Crosstown. cheese) takes the sobriquet As favorites go, we might It had an abbreviated open- ultimate Pepperoni at choose the Southern Smoking run as a barbecue shop Charleston Pizza Co. er, a fine combo of chicken, named Porky’s, but owner gilroy’s Hawaiian pizza crunchy bacon, cheddar Brian Wolter rechristened it — ham, pineapple and excheese and onions baked as the Charleston Pizza Co. tra cheese — is known as onto a base of barbecue back in December. the Honolulu at Charleston sauce. no seats here, only takeout. Pizza Co. you also can pick and mix If nothing else, the estabAs for the Bacon Double from other ingredients such lishment offers an unusual Cheeseburger pizza at gilas ricotta, roasted red pepvantage point as traffic zips roy’s, a mix of bacon, ground pers, garlic, basil and the by on the Crosstown. beef and double layers of usual suspects.

Since Wolter also owns cheese, it’s called the Bacon Besides pizza, Charleston the downtown pizza parlor Double Burger at Charleston Pizza Co. offers a few other gilroy’s, many of the comPizza Co. items: wings, garlic bread, binations and ingredients And so on. you get the hand-cut fries and Philly might seem familiar. only point. and chicken cheesesteaks.

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The Supreme pizza from Charleston Pizza Co.

Rob Young

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Thursday, May 3, 2012: E17

By DeiDre Schipani Special to The Post and Courier

z Old Village post house will offer a prix fixe menu with two courses: appetizer and entree for $21 or add dessert for $25. www. oldvillageposthouse.com or call 388-8935.

Wine dinner

charleston Grill is hosting the second installment in its charleston Grill Wine region Series at 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday with wine from Umbria, italy, home region of Spoleto. executive chef Michelle Weaver and sommelier rick rubel will host an evening of wine and food from Umbria, starting the evening with a tasting reception of wines and hors d’oeuvres in the palmetto courtyard. afterward, there will be a three-course dinner with wine pairings in the Vintner’s room at charleston Grill. cost: $75, plus tax and gratuity. reservations are required, and seating is limited; call 577-4522.

Let the mudbugs rule

The fourth annual allamericana crawfish Boil is Sunday at home Team BBQ, 1205 ashley river road.

There will be music 210 p.m., featuring the bands L Shape Lot, Guilt ridden Troubadour, and John Wesley Satterfield and band. admission is $10 and includes one free plate of crawfish; additional plates are $5 each.

Crazy for quail

The Glass Onion restaurant will celebrate Manchester Farms quail May 23. This West ashley restaurant at 1219 Savannah highway will offer all-you-can-eat quail during that Wednesday’s dinner service, 5-9 p.m., for $30. The offer will include two sides but cannot be shared. www.ilovetheglass onion.com

Cocktails on King proof, at 437 King St., opened Tuesday. proof is a joint venture with craig nelson and the co-owners of TBonz restaurant group, Mark cumins and Jerry Scheer. The concept is a classic cocktail bar along with a large selection of wines by the glass and features a seasonal smallplate menu. check them out on Facebook or call 793-1422.

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Pop the cork, swirl and sniff. Better practice as Charleston Grill is hosting another wine dinner. cheese — will go for the gold in June. also, caviar & Bananas was announced as Outstanding retailers 2012 by the national association for the Specialty Food Trade.

The awards recognize excellence in customer service, product sourcing, merchandising, quality assurance and a passion for presenting top-quality food.

the publication points to the half-pound, foot-long all-beef hot dog that comes with toppings ranging from pimiento cheese to okra.

The “homewrecker” has also received national exposure through adam richman’s “Man v. Food” cable television show.

For tickets, call 577-DOGS (3647) or www.RiverDogs. com.

Spoleto hours

Mother’s Day

circa 1886 will offer extended hours for pre- and post-theater dinner options during Spoleto. circa 1886 will open a half-hour earlier, at 5 p.m., and close a halfhour later, 10 p.m., starting May 25. These new hours are in effect until June 10.

Making the finals circa 1886 is at 149 Wencallie’s charleston Biscuits tworth St. To reserve, call and carolina creole sauce 853-7828 or go to www. were chosen as naSFT 2012 circa1886.com. sofi award finalists, the OsDog eat dog cars of the specialty foods Southern Living magazine world. carolina creole sauce, has recognized the charlesalong with callie’s Biscuits, ton riverDogs’ “homewhich received nominations wrecker” hot dog in its most for three products — cheese recent issue. & chive Biscuits, Shortcakes in the section on The South’s Best Stadium Food, and carrie’s Fiery pimento

Maverick Southern Kitchens restaurants will all be open on Mother’s Day, May 13, and will feature a special brunch. z high cotton will be offering a special prix fixe menu 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Two courses: appetizer and entree for $25 or add dessert for $30. Make reservations at www.highcottoncharleston. com or call 724-3815. z Slightly north of Broad will offer a prix fixe menu 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. enjoy two courses: appetizer and entree for $23 or add dessert for $27. www.slightly northofbroad.net or call 723-3424.

Get a behind-the-scenes look at charleston restaurants with the chef’s Kitchen Tours of charleston, which this time around features Tristan restaurant.

The tour begins with coffee and artisan pastries. it is offered 9:30 a.m.-noon Fridays only. Tickets: call Bulldog Tours at 722-8687 or 800918-0701.

Now closed

Skarney’s, at 2846 highway 17 north in Mount pleasant, boasted fresh food fast and affordable.

Charcuterie menu

Taps, at 9770 Dorchester road, is now serving cheese and charcuterie plates. 8210888, Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

Art you can eat

christophe artisan chocolatier-patissier has launched a new kind of gallery at its Society Street location. it will not only showcase the edible chocolate artistry of christophe’s confections but also make the space available for local artists to present their works.

With a back room and outdoor patio, this space is now available for local shows. it is at 90 Society St., 2978674.

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MYCHARLESTONWEEKEND New edition

Are you ready for a blast from the past? This 30th reunion show brings together the original members of the Jackson 5-inspired band and promises to deliver some old hits, such as “Candy Girl” and “Can You Stand the rain.” Performing at the North Charleston Coliseum, 5001 Coliseum drive, at 7 tonight, tickets run $46-$66. Check out www.northcharleston coliseumpac.com.

Kentucky Derby

hGTv’s Terry haas will be serving up some fun at this live cooking show-style event. held Tuesday at Charleston Southern University’s Lightsey Chapel, 9100 University Blvd., North Charleston, the event will feature a Lowcountry merchant exhibit before the show. Win prizes, watch live demos, eat great food and more. doors open at 4 p.m. and the live cooking show begins at 6:30 p.m. Tickets range from $11-$50. For more info, go to www.

JournalScene.com/TasteofHome or call 873-9424. For more on haas, go to www.terryhaas.com.

Straight No Chaser These a cappella superstars, who you’ve no doubt seen on YouTube, will be performing their “funloving and self-deprecating” show at 7:30 p.m. Friday at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center, 5001 Coliseum drive. This is a show that can be enjoyed by everyone. Tickets range from $29.50-$42.50. Go to www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com for more.

Upper Peninsula house Tours

Shrimp Festival and Blessing of the Fleet

on Saturday and Sunday, the Preservation Society of Charleston will host neighborhood architecture tours in Wilson’s Farm (Saturday) and hampton Park Terrace (Sunday). The walking tours will be self-paced from 2-5 p.m. and include the interiors of at least eight architecturally significant early 20th-century houses. Tickets are $30 for members, $35 for general admission; weekend passes are $50 for members, $60 for general admission. Proceeds support the Society’s Seven to Save. Go to www. preservationsociety.org or call 722-4630.

if you didn’t devour enough shrimp last weekend, head to the robert e. Ashley boat landing at the end of Pinckney Street in McClellanville from 11 a.m.5 p.m. Saturday to take part in the 36th annual event.

Claiming to be one of the longest-running events in the Charleston area, this fest will feature live music, more than 40 vendors, a kid’s play area, food for the nonshrimp eaters, and beer and other beverages will be available for purchase. This event is free, but a $1 donation is suggested; all proceeds benefit Archibald rutledge Academy and Cape romain environmental education Charter School. Go to lowcountryshrimp festival.com for more info.

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Benefit

Break out your best oversized and overthe-top derby hat and head out to J Bar Farm, 5810 Church Flats road, Meggett, from 3-7 p.m. Saturday. enjoy live music, food, cocktails and bidding on silent auction items while watching The derby on the big screen. At the event, find out about Livestock and equine Awareness and rescue Network (LeArN) horse rescue and rehabilitation work and meet some of rescue horses. Tickets are $65 per person, $95 per couple. email learnhorserescue@gmail.com or call 991-4879 for more information.

Night at the races

This Kentucky derby party put on by the Junior League of Charleston will be 4-8 p.m. Saturday at the Citadel’s Johnson hagood Stadium. There will be live derby coverage, music by the Gin house Boys, Firefly Sweet Tea bourbon mint juleps, American Spirit Whiskey brown mules, heavy hors d’oeuvres and a silent auction. Tickets are $75 for an individual, $125 for a couple. Proceeds benefit the Junior League of Charleston’s efforts against hunger and homelessness in the Charleston community. Find out more at www. jlcharleston.org.

Party

dragon Boat Festival

Taste of home Cooking School

Break out your finest derby day attire for Charleston Stage’s second annual event Saturday at Charleston harbor resort and Marina, 20 Patriots Point road, Mount Pleasant. Watch the “most exciting two minutes in sports” while enjoying cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Featuring a silent auction and games, “Best hat” contest for the ladies and a “Best dressed” contest for the men, festivities begin at 4 p.m. Go to www.charlestonstage.com or call 5777183 for details.

Whether you’re paddling or cheering from the sidelines of the Ashley river at Brittlebank Park off Lockwood drive, this is an event that’s not to be missed. if you don’t know what dragon boats are, they’re the “world’s largest flat water racing canoes.” registration begins at 7:30 a.m.

Saturday. A break will be held at 1 p.m. that includes a performance by the Chinese Association of Great Charleston and awards for top fundraising, best team spirit, best team T-shirt and best team tent decor. An awards ceremony will be at 4:15 p.m. Check out www.charlestondragonboatfestival.org for registration and pricing details.

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eco Bridal Gala

From 6 to 9 tonight, head out to Magnolia Plantation, 3550 Ashley river road, for this event that highlights local businesses that are mindful of using organic and sustainable materials for weddings and other occasions. Featuring a bridal guide book and film, this event will include live music, a collaborative fashion instillation, a live candle wax pouring, a hand dyeing paper demonstration, chair massages, hair stylings, food, drinks and more. Tickets are $40. Find out more at www.charlestoneco.com.

From 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, head out to Brittlebank Park, off Lockwood drive, for a brunch that is uniquely “Charleston.” enjoy the bloody mary and mimosa bars, food truck offerings, live music from six bands, beer pong, cornhole, mechanical bulls, inflatable slides and more. Tickets are $5, food and drinks must be purchased separately. This event benefits a Community outreach initiative through the documentary film “Awaken the dragon,” which shows how cancer survivors use dragon boating as a path to wellness. Get brunch updates at facebook.com/brunchonthebank. Learn more about “Awaken the dragon” at awakenthedragon.com.

Waterfront olympics Being revived from the ’70s and ’80s, this family-friendly event will be 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday at Palmetto islands County Park, 444 Needlerush Parkway, Mount Pleasant.

This fun, friendly competition will include events for the kids from noon-1 p.m. This free event benefits the Charleston Port & Seafarers’ Society. Learn more at www. charlestonseafarers.org.

Gourmet & Grapes This fourth annual culinary extravaganza will be FridaySunday at The Sanctuary at Kiawah island Golf resort. vitners from the U.S., France and Argentina are teaming up for this event benefitting the hollings Cancer Center at the Medical University of South Carolina. There are numerous events, and prices vary, so go to www.gourmetandgrapes.com for details.

Brunch on the Bank

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Spring Polo invitational

Polo professionals from the U.S. and abroad will face off with area amateurs in two matches for charity. held at hyde Park Farm and Polo Club, 6763 davis road, ravenel, ponies and partygoers will gather for live music, food and beverages Sunday. Gates open at 11 a.m. and matches will take place at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Tickets are $15, kids 10 and under get in free. A portion of the proceeds benefit rein and Shine, an equine therapy facility.

Check out www.hydeparkpoloclub.com or call 5713431 for more info.

E20: Thursday, May 3, 2012

Country king

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Trace Adkins sits down for a spell Country music singer Trace Adkins in Lebanon, Tenn., in 2007.

By Stratton Lawrence Special to The Post and Courier

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espite a 16-year run of blockbuster hits, a handful of Grammy nominations and a personal history that reads like a country singer stereotype, trace adkins insists that he’s not out to represent country music.

He’s been shot in the heart by an ex-wife (literally), worked offshore on an oil rig and got his chance at stardom when an industry bigwig heard him playing in a nashville, tenn., club.

Since getting his break in 1996, adkins has built his fame through songs about fast cars, pretty women, God and family. If there’s a paradox in kneeling in church on Sunday morning before watching the naScar race over a 12-pack later in the afternoon, adkins embraces it fully.

Love him or leave him, trace adkins embodies the red-blooded american country star. He doesn’t hesitate to follow up a song about the honor of dying for your country (“arlington”) with one about his love for a woman’s rear end (“Honky tonk Badonkadonk”).

“I don’t have an official card or anything that says I’m a standardbearer,” adkins said over the phone from his tour bus in colorado in an interview with charleston Scene.

“I’d just assume not be able to say that some of these things have happened to me. But scars give you character.”

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Adkins, who boasts 30 charted singles and 15 gold, platinum and multi-platinum albums, comes to the North Charleston Performing Arts Center at 7:30 tonight.

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let, his 1996 debut, “Dreamin’ out Loud,” went certified platinum on the strength of hit singles “every Light in the House,” “There’s a Girl in texas” and “I Left Something turned on at Home.” with his 6-foot-6-inch frame and long blond ponytail under a black cowboy hat, adkins immediately established himself as a fixture on mainstream country radio with every release that followed, including 2001’s “chrome” and 2005’s “Songs about Me.” “Songs about loving and living/ Working-class roots and good hearted women and famraised in rural northwest Louiily and God,” adkins sings on the latter disc’s title track. “Songs about siana, adkins grew up on gospel music, farming and football. after scars and cars and broken hearts.” everything that people either leaving Louisiana tech University, he took a job working on an oil rig loathe or love about modern country music is likely to be present on in the Gulf of Mexico.

In 1994, he survived being shot by an adkins album.

His latest release, 2011’s “Proud his first wife, the mother of the first two of his five daughters. Despite a to Be Here,” features the singles “Million Dollar View” (about how bullet through both lungs and his the view of his home and wife is heart, adkins’ trajectory was set. better than any exotic locale) and “I’d moved to nashville in ’92, “Just Fishin’ ” (about bonding with and I was working construction,” adkins recalls. “I put together a lit- his young daughter over a fishing tle garage band — I’d been playing trip). There’s even a patriotic ballad, clubs in texas and new Mexico for “Semper Fi,” to close the disc. adkins doesn’t write the vast four or five years prior — so I started playing a weekend thing. nash- majority of his songs, and he’s got ville’s all about meeting people and a stable of full-time songwriters making the right acquaintances, so in nashville who write directly for it took a while; about three years.”

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“I know all these guys, being around Nashville for so long,” Adkins said. “They all know what I’m about, so when they know that I’m about to make a new album, they just shamelessly write songs for me and put them right in my face.”

Campfire songs

For his summer tour, Adkins decided to take a step back from headlining arenas and create a more intimate experience for his fans.

Dubbed the “Songs and Stories Tour,” his full band is playing theaters and smaller venues, with frequent pauses between songs to offer anecdotes and inspiration behind particular songs.

It’s the first time Adkins has played an extensive theater tour in his career, an experience he likens to gathering around a campfire and swapping songs.

“The show goes down at a different tempo,” explains Adkins. “It’s not as in-yourface ... as the arena show.”

The format allows for flexibility, including set lists that vary night-to-night.

Fans are encouraged to submit song requests and shout-outs via Twitter, which Adkins personally checks and responds to from his tour bus.

After undergoing knee surgery in January, the star took the time to learn how Twitter works, taking over tweeting duties from his publicist.

“I just started looking at it and figured, ‘This could be fun,’ ” laughs Adkins.

“I’ve put some pretty crazy things on there. Sometimes it’s better than twiddling your thumbs. I spend a lot of time on the bus, and there’s only so much news you can watch.”

Part of the fun for Adkins and fans has been revisiting requested cuts from early albums that he hadn’t played in more than a decade.

“There are songs we haven’t done in 10 years that some of the hard-core fans are going back to with their requests,” Adkins said. “We’ve had to go back and relearn two or three of them.”

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I know all these guys, being around Nashville for so long. They all know what I’m about, so when they know that I’m about to make a new album, they just shamelessly write songs for me and put them right in my face.

Trace Adkins

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In addition to being a pubJohn Russell/ap lished author, Adkins has Country singer Trace Adkins’ personality is multifaceted. On first glance, he seems had roles in several feature like a guy’s guy, but he has a softer side. He’s a member of the Grand Ole Opry and films, including “The Lincame close to winning on “The Celebrity Apprentice.” coln Lawyer” in 2011.

In April, he even garnered his own line of sausages, manufactured by Hightower’s Country Smoked Sausage, a family-owned company near his hometown in Louisiana.

“It’s a north Louisiana, northeast Texas regional kind of thing,” explains Adkins, adding that anyone can order his sausage online.

“That old man (Marvin Hightower) has been making sausage there since 1972.

M. spenceR gReen/ap He knows what he’s doing.”

Blake Shelton (left) and From Meat Loaf to sausage, Adkins accept the Collab- Trace Adkins’ varied venorative Video of the Year tures have given him a life he saeed adyani/lionsgate/ap award at the 2010 CMT could never have expected as Adkins portrays Eddie Vogel in a scene from “The Music Awards in Nashville, a small-town boy.

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“I would never have allowed myself to dream this Other ventures Lil Jon. a book of political and social big,” Adkins said of imaginOutside of generating one “It’s bizarre, isn’t it?” jokes commentary, “A Personal ing his life now as a child. “I country hit after another, Adkins, who met Meat Loaf Stand: Observations and just look at every year that Adkins has built his fame at a Grammy event a few Opinions from a Freethink- goes by without having to through his willingness to years before. “It was fun. I ing Roughneck,” crossing fill out a job application as take on projects ranging enjoyed that whole thing.” lines of political correctanother victory.” from cartoon voiceovers to Adkins also gave voice to ness that he typically avoids unexpected sit-ins. the character Elvin on the touching from stage. (He noClassic rocker Meat Loaf’s cartoon sitcom “King of the tably compared the war on latest album includes a song, Hill,” and in 2008, he made terror to being stricken with “Stand in the Storm,” that it to the final two before los- herpes: “It’s not going to kill features Adkins sharing ing to Piers Morgan on “Ce- you. You can live with it. It’s Sundays in guest vocals with rocker lebrity Apprentice.” going to flare up and cause Mark McGrath and rapper In 2007, Adkins authored you a problem from time to

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E22: Thursday, May 3, 2012

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WWE to lay SmackDown on coliseum

The nearly 7-foot-tall, 450-pound Big Show, also known as Aiken native Paul Wight, will be making an appearance Sunday.

WWE

By Mike MooneyhaM Charleston Coliseum for an mooneyham@postandcourier. evening of bone-crushing com excitement.

The show will include a The Lowcountry is headed Triple Threat world heavyfor a SmackDown, compliweight title match with Sheaments of World Wrestling mus defending his crown entertainment. against former champ Daniel The pro wrestling jugger- Bryan and Christian. naut is bringing the stars Randy orton will appear of its SmackDown brand in another headline bout to town Sunday when against kane in a no DisWWe invades the north qualification match. also among the many superstars featured on the card will be the nearly 7-foot-tall, 450-pound Big Show (aka aiken native Paul Wight), Cody Rhodes, Great khali and, lest we forget, the lovely WWe divas.

Part sport, part theater, those seemingly disparate worlds converge in a colorful spectacle that attracts millions of fans around the world. it’s an actionadventure soap opera: a hybrid of entertainment and sports combined in one show.

The drawing power of WWe was most recently demonstrated at its WrestleMania 28 event held last month in Miami. The show drew a sellout crowd of 78,363 fans from all 50 states and 36 countries, setting a record as the highest-

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Sheamus gets some love from fans in Glasgow, Scotland, last month.

grossing entertainment event in the history of Sun Life Stadium.

Grossing $8.9 million, it also was the highestgrossing live event in WWe history.

Loyal fan base

Professional wrestling has changed dramatically over the years, morphing from ’rasslin to sports entertainment, but one thing hasn’t changed: Wrestling fans are still among the most devoted in the world. alan Coker, who has served as marketing director of the north Charleston Coliseum and Performing arts Center for a number of

years, has seen many varied events come through those venues. But pro wrestling, he said, remains one of the most popular. and that’s due, he adds, to the avid and loyal fan base. “over the years, professional wrestling events have played a very important part in the success of the coliseum,” Coker said. “historically, we’ve had one to two professional wrestling events each year. and each one brings in thousands of excited customers.

Wrestling fans are a very loyal group. They come back again and again, and we certainly appreciate their enthusiasm and support.”

Technology, he said, has changed the way fans obtain tickets.

“There are still hardcore fans that camp out for tickets when they go on sale, but most people buy through Ticketmaster.com now. and that’s the case for all of our events at the coliseum and Performing arts Center, not just the WWe,” Coker said. “The ability to buy tickets through your computer or your phone makes it much more convenient Please see WWE, Page e23

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Cody Rhodes comes down on Christian during a WWE Smackdown event at the North Charleston Coliseum in 2010.

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“Monday Night Raw” on the USA network, WWE conthan camping out at the box sistently boasts several top office. The tickets we sell at trending topics. the box office are the same The five-hour pay-perinventory you can buy on view broadcast of Wrestleyour computer or phone, so Mania 28 at one point had you basically have your own seven of the top nine worldpersonal ticket window on wide trending topics on your computer or phone.”

Twitter.

There are stories about The company is a savvy, some fans camping out for well-oiled media machine as long as a week before an whose social media efforts event in order to score prehave reaped big dividends. mium tickets.

WWE diva Natalya (Nattie Merely good seats just Neidhart), a third-generation won’t cut it for this hardcore performer and member of group of wrestling fanatics. the famous Hart wrestling National political pundit family, is one of the comand Hanahan native Jack pany’s many social media Hunter, a longtime mat folproponents. lower, harks back to a time “Because of social media, PRovided I can communicate with all when camping outside the WWE diva Natalya ticket office was the only my fans and interact with surefire way to obtain choice them every single day. Our ducats. fans are very, very imporHe recalls a nationally tant. I’ve heard the comtelevised pay-per-view event ments that sometimes you What: WWe Smackdown that the North Charleston have to keep some things World Tour Coliseum hosted in 1997, private and personal for and a buddy who desperately When: 6 p.m. Sunday yourself, but at the same Where: North Charleston wanted to be on the front time I get a lot of support Coliseum, 5001 Coliseum row. from fans. I feel like the fans “The night before tickets drive kind of understand my famwent on sale, my best friend Price: $16-$96 ily in some weird way that Claude Martin decided to For More inFo: www. normal people wouldn’t. It’s camp out in front of the tick- northcharlestoncoliseum an unusual dynamic, but it’s et office,” recounts Hunter. pac.com or www.wwe.com true.”

“By ‘camp out,’ I mean he hit That type of interaction the bars until last call, and also can lift your spirit and Social media craze then was delivered to the boost your morale, offering For the most part, wrescoliseum sidewalk to sleep support and encouragement, tling fans are a fraternity it off. Looking much like things that Natalya thrives bound together by their love on as a performer. a wrestler himself, Claude and passion for this massive- Still, she said, there’s nothawoke the next morning to ly popular pseudo-sport. see someone standing in ing to compare with the rush But the new generation of front of him in line. Claude of hearing the response from fans, and the business itself, the crowd at a live WWE stood up and kindly asked have been transformed by the gentleman to step beevent. hind him, explaining that he social media.

There’s something magic had been waiting all night.”

WWE has its own social about an arena packed The man, however, refused network called WWE Uniwith fervent fans who have to budge. That’s when his verse. Much of the content is come to cheer and boo friend, Hunter said, flexed comprised of extensions of superheroes and superhis muscles and stood his storylines that fans are seevillains. ground. ing on TV. “It’s really something,” the “Claude explained to the Its followers are vocal and 29-year-old Canadian said. gentleman, this time more passionate, and spend much “That’s the beauty of what strongly, that if he didn’t get of their online time on social we do. It’s never the same. behind him, there would be sites such as Twitter, FaceWe go all over the world, a pay-per-view right there in book and YouTube. and there’s a difference evthe parking lot.

It’s not uncommon for erywhere we go.

“Claude was a 200-pound- WWE and performers such “Go to Japan and the plus man of solid muscle and as C.M. Punk and John crowd is different, go to superior physique. NeedCena to be among the top Australia and the crowd is less to say, this man found trenders on Twitter. different. In Mexico and a new place in line. Behind And while not the biggest Latin American countries, Claude.” star in WWE, Zack Ryder’s they’re so loud that you can’t The moral of the story is usage of social media has even hear yourself walk to that you don’t mess around greatly elevated his position the ring. Their culture is so with a man and his wresin the company. passionate, Every audience, tling tickets.

During live episodes of even among the states, is re-

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ally different.”

The fun part, she said, is listening to those audiences.

“One thing that I’ve learned to do over the years is to relax in the ring and listen.

“Some people are going to love the bad guy, and some people are going to hate the good guy.” she said.

“You just have to learn how to roll with the punches.

And, at the end of the day, everybody loves to be entertained by a good, solid match.”

More to come

Sunday’s event marks the first of the year locally for WWE, although the company did bring a Raw show to the coliseum in November.

Coker said that fans can expect to see a nationally televised Raw or SmackDown come to the coliseum in the near future.

“The reason we haven’t had one recently is due to routing issues and the availability of dates at the coliseum more than anything else,”

he said.

“The interest level in the WWE in our market has always been and remains very high.

“Over the years, some of their events have been more popular than others, but all of them were successful.”

Reach Mike Mooneyham at 937-5517, or follow him on Twitter at @ByMike Mooneyham and on Facebook at Facebook.com/ MikeMooneyham.

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N. Charleston fest, art walk part of full weekend

the same subject multiple times for the “Everything Changes” show. It’s going to be a packed house and pieces are already selling. 2 Queen St. z Corrigan Gallery: Experience “Landscape Reconfigured,” Linda Fantuzzo’s newest collection of soft, mysterious, elegant paintings. 62 Queen St.

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f you can, you should take a nap before this weekend because it’s a super busy one!

Not only is there a big art walk on Friday, but the massive annual North Charleston Arts Festival kicks off Friday as well.

z Ann Long Fine Art: Since each of the six artists represented by this gallery have studied extensively in Italy, this show consists of work all inspired by Venice.

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Arts festival

Closing reception

Thirty years ago, the city of North Charleston Cultural Arts Department started its own small arts festival.

Today, the event has grown to be nine days and “is one of the most comprehensive arts festivals in the state, highlighting national, regional, and local artists and performers in the areas of dance, music, theatre, visual arts, crafts, photography, media arts and literature,” said Ann Simmons, city of North Charleston arts coordinator.

It seems many artists have been flocking to North Charleston for the past couple of years, and with good reason. Artists seem to be among the first to see the potential in a place.

And events such as the North Charleston Arts Festival, which runs FridayMay 12, certainly have had a role in assisting with the progression by bringing a multitude of art forms to the public and making them affordable.

“I think the festival is special in that it truly offers something for everyone: all ages, all tastes and all levels of art appreciators,” Simmons said. “From its humble beginnings as a small, halfday community event at Park Circle to the now nine full days of events, programs and activities throughout

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This year’s poster by Elena Barna is called “My Muse.”

I think the festival is special in that it truly offers something for everyone: all ages, all tastes and all levels of art appreciators.

Ann Simmons, North Charleston arts coordinator

the city and beyond, the event has stayed true to the idea of offering quality arts programming to the widest spectrum of the public. And each year, the quality continues to improve, as does the number and diversity of festival patrons.

“We’re particularly excited to be hosting an international exhibit by French artist Mariannic Parra this year. There are also a number of nationally acclaimed, award-winning artists and performers participating in addition to a variety of local talent,” she added.

The main events will take place Saturday and Sunday at the North Charleston Convention Center, 5001

Coliseum Drive. There will be music and food of all kinds, visual arts and crafts, youth art, a gem and mineral show and sale, antiques, children’s activities and more.

The festival will continue at various venues with free and ticketed events.

Expect to see concerts, street dances, theater presentations, film screenings, art workshops and demonstrations, the seventh annual National Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition and a grand finale at North Charleston Riverfront Park, Simmons said.

This year’s finale on May 12 will have dance performances, a poetry slam, fun

“Steal Away,” a piece from Hampton Olfus’ “My Thoughts, Through the Point of a Pen.” stuff for the kids, music by the Shem Creek Boogie Band and fireworks over the Cooper River.

For details and pricing, call 740-5854 or go to www. northcharlestonartsfest.com.

Downtown Art Walk There’s nothing quite like an art walk in beautiful spring weather.

Here’s a snapshot of what will be on view Friday. Unless otherwise noted, all opening receptions are free and open to the public and will take place 5-8 p.m.

z Ellis-Nicholson Gallery: “Reflections and Ruins”

by James Christopher Hill is a fantastical look at the ancient ruins of the Deep South. 1½ Broad St.

plein air works by Ron Pary.

25 Broad St. z Bernie Horton Gallery: Bernie Horton will feature a new collection of landscapes. 43 Broad St. z Ella Walton Richardson Fine Art: Local favorite Mickey Williams has a new body of work focused on the surrounding barrier islands and the Charleston area wetlands. 58 Broad St. z Mary Martin Gallery: With a duo show called “Eternal Grace” showing paintings by Doug Free and sculptures by Robert Kelly, this is bound to be a good one. 103 Broad St.

z Martin Gallery: Enjoy Cirque Du Soleil-inspired works by French Canadian painter Joan Dumouchel.

18 Broad St.

z Charleston Artist Guild: Check out the changing patterns and colors of our beautiful surroundings with Mary Johnson-Voss’ “Lowcountry Kaleidoscope.”

160 E. Bay St.

z Coco Vivo Fine Art: New pastorals, seascapes and

z Robert Lange Studios: Thirty-one artists will create

If you missed the opening reception for David Boatwright’s show, make sure to be at the closing one.

“Look Away, Look Here: Works by David Boatwright” has been a great show. Attend a lecture by the artist at 4 p.m. Saturday and stay for the party immediately afterward with Boatwright’s own band, Minimum Wage, as the entertainment.

Festive foods will be provided by Butcher and Bee, and cold Mexican beers will be served.

Mixson market

The first Sunday of every month, there will be the Maker’s Market at Mixson in the historic Park Circle district of North Charleston.

“After the success of the Maker’s Market at Mixson last year, we are excited to host the local creative community at Mixson again,” said Michael Phillips, chief operating officer of Jamestown Realty. “We look forward to a continued relationship with these talented creators and to supporting the many innovative artists in Charleston.”

Expect to see food trucks, local brews, live music and wares produced by local artisans 10 a.m.-4 p.m. the first Sunday of each month. Go to www.mixson.com.

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Jack White

Warren haynes Band

Just in case you were waiting for the perfect Jack White album to come along, the one where every song is a pristine symphony to some higher power, let me be the first to say that “Blunderbuss” is not that album.

Thank goodness for that, by the way. A perfect album would be, well, boring.

White, who until recently was one-half of the indie act that actually deserved to make it, White Stripes, has always had an amazing ability to meld musical styles, especially those of raw R&B with clanky garage rock. That likely comes from his upbringing in Detroit, where acts playing those respective styles share close quarters among the practice and performance spaces.

No, “Blunderbuss” is not perfect, but it is an exciting and aurally rewarding journey. From the cool Mellotron notes that open the album’s first track, “Missing Pieces,” to the MC5-like guitar chords that kick out the jams on the first single, “Sixteen Saltines,” this is a hybrid record that revels in its blemishes.

That isn’t to say that “Blunderbuss” is sloppy — quite the contrary. But White’s voice, which makes up for in passion what it lacks in quality, squeaks and growls all over the place while he knocks out wonderfully distorted and manipulated guitar solos (one of my favorites is on “Freedom at 21”).

The cover of Little Willie John’s “I’m Shakin’ ” is great, too.

The whole thing sounds like some dark, wonderful soundtrack to a movie that seems to be playing in White’s head. I’d actually pay to see that flick.

Make a list of the most underrated guitarists playing today, and right up there among the Eric Schenkmans and Mark Knopflers (Google them), you’ll find North Carolina native Warren Haynes.

Sure, Haynes plays in the Allman Brothers Band, The Dead, Gov’t Mule and about a halfdozen other outfits, but unless you are a guitar geek really into Southern artists, then you can be forgiven for not being familiar with the guy.

He’s known and loved here in Charleston, though, as witnessed by the warm welcome the Warren Haynes Band received a couple of weeks ago at the Charleston Music Hall.

Now, on the heels of that show, comes “Live at the Moody Theater,” which showcases a live performance by Haynes and his band last year in Austin, Texas.

Like just about every other Haynes live performance that came before it, the concert is an incredible live music experience. Haynes is a true professional, always giving 110 percent, and on this two-CD set he performs original songs such as “Fire in the Kitchen” and “River’s Gonna Rise.” The band also throws in a generous helping of covers, including a brilliant version of Steely Dan’s “Pretzel Logic,” a cover of “Spanish Castle Magic” that would have made Jimi Hendrix himself smile and a beautiful nod to Sam Cooke with “A Change is Gonna Come.”

The set also includes a DVD of the show.

If you’re still kicking yourself for missing Haynes at the Charleston Music Hall last month, then “Live at the Moody Theater” hopefully will ease that pain a bit.

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In 1964, Rory Block was 14. Even at that early age, she was immersing herself in the world of blues music, and that year her musical education included a visit to the Bronx, N.Y., home of the Rev. Gary Davis.

Davis, who was born in South Carolina and died in 1972, is well-known among blues and gospel aficionados for his unusual finger-picking style.

Block’s meeting with the bluesman nearly a half-century ago apparently influenced her own musical path enough that she has recorded and released a tribute to the late artist. “I Belong to the Band” is Block’s third album in a series that pays tribute to blues artists.

Listening to Block cover Davis songs such as “Samson & Delilah,” “Lo, I Be With You Always” and the title track, you can hear the emotion in Block’s voice and feel how much she cares about Davis’ music.

“I Belong to the Band” is not necessarily the best of Block’s tribute albums. Last year’s “Shake ’Em on Down,” which cast the spotlight on Mississippi Fred McDowell, is superior. However, if emotional investment were the sole measurement of an album’s worth, “I Belong to the Band” likely would top the list.

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mains the band’s best-selling album to date.

The pair is set to release its latest album, “Bloom,” on Beach House May 12.

There’s a lot to be said about Beach house will perform the music of BaltimoreSunday at the Music Farm, based indie duo Beach 32 ann St. tickets are $18 in house. It’s expansive, auadvance, $20 the day of the dibly layered yet tragically show and are available online lonely at times. with so ma- at www.etix.com or at the ny feelings and sounds swirl- door. doors open at 8 p.m. ing around the listener, the Go to www.musicfarm.com fact that the source is a mere or call 577-6989. duo is difficult to believe.

American Aquarium The band got its start in 2004 and released its selfIt’s safe to say that humantitled debut in 2006 to posi- kind values truth. we need tive reviews. Critics quickly it to believe in the world and labeled the group as an inin ourselves, so it’s no surnovative “dream-pop” act prise that truth is sought out due to the band’s delicate in music as well as our lives. and otherworldly style that we want to believe in what still managed to find a soul we’re feeling and being told, and pulse. and it’s the musician’s job to Beach house signed with convince us. It’s that kind of Sub Pop Records followhonesty and conviction that ing the success of its 2008 has put Raleigh-based septet sophomore album, “devoamerican aquarium on the tion,” and released its third map in recent years.

LP, “teen dream,” in 2010.

The young band sings The release peaked at No. 43 of booze, women and the on the U.S. charts and reinvincibility of youth as elo-

“wrecking Ball” had critics from notable publications such as The New york times, Rolling Stone, Spin, NPR and New york Post raving about the athens, Ga.-based quintet for its gritty and modern take on a sound underrepresented at the time.

The band entered the studio in 2010 with acclaimed producer John agnello (dinosaur Jr., Sonic youth, Social distortion, Patti Smith, alice Cooper) without having arranged any of the album’s 10 songs to give the record a spontaneous and improvisational spirit. The result is heard in its latest album, “Sugar.” dead Confederate will perform at Saturday The Pour Dead Confederate house, 1977 Maybank highwhen dead Confederway, with Firework Show. ate released its full-length tickets are $10 in advance, debut, “wrecking Ball,” $12 the day of the show and in 2008, it was as if music are available online at www. critics around the country etix.com or at the door. had been given their first doors open at 9 p.m. Go to breath since the wane of ’90s www.charlestonpourhouse. grunge. com or call 571-4343.

bridges the gap between the teenager and the adult in all of us — often staggering between humorous and heartwrenching in a way that’s as evolving as life itself. american aquarium recently completed recording its newest album, “Burn.

Flicker. die.,” in Muscle Shoals, ala., with Jason Isbell producing and expects to release it this fall. american aquarium will perform Friday at The Pour house, 1977 Maybank highway, with Sister Sparrow and The dirty Birds. tickets are $10 and are available online at www.etix.com or at the door. doors open at 9 p.m.

Go to www.charlestonpour house.com or call 571-4343.

Beach House quently as it does the hangovers, heartbreaks and vulnerable mortality that adulthood eventually smacks us

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From rowdy to revealing and from fearless to frail, american aquarium

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Today Sam Helfrich

What: The Spoleto USA Wide Angle Lunch is led by acclaimed theater director Sam Helfrich, who directs Philip Glass’ new opera, “Kepler,” at the festival this year.

The opera is a portrait of astronomer Johannes Kepler, whose findings on planetary motion led him to a harmonic explanation of the universe and natural world.

When: 12:30 p.m. May 3 Where: Charleston Library Society, 164 King St. Price: $20-$25 More info: 888-718-4253 or www.wideanglelunches.org

Bluegrass Music Benefit

What: This concert will benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Food, drinks and giveaways are included in the ticket price. Purchase tickets at Encore Music, 1233 Ben Sawyer Blvd.

When: 3 p.m. May 3 Where: Cooper River Room at Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park, Harry M. Hallman Jr. Boulevard Price: $25

Camp fundraiser

What: A harbor cruise on the

Carolina Girl with a full bar, hors d’oeuvres, music, dancing and complimentary champagne.

Benefits children attending Camp Happy Days.

When: 6:30-9 p.m.

Where: Ripley Marina, 56 Ashley Point Drive Price: $100 More info: 571-4336 or eleanor@camphappydays.com or www.camphappydays.org

cussion and signing of the latest release in her Sookie Stackhouse series, “Deadlocked.” The event is first-come, first-serve with tickets being handed out starting at 3 p.m.

When: 7 p.m. May 4 Where: Barnes & Noble, 1812 Sam Rittenberg Blvd.

More info: 556-6561

‘Life on the Vertical’

Exhibit Opening

What: Rock climber Mark Synnott will share his adventures about climbing the world’s most remote cliffs and his explorations of seldom-seen places. Light refreshments will be served at the postshow reception .

When: 6:30 p.m. doors; 7 p.m. presentation Where: The Hippodrome, 360 Concord St. Price: $8 show, $20 show and reception More info: Half Moon Outfitters at 853-0990 or http:// thenorthface.inticketing.com/ events/196149

Friday Charlaine Harris Signing

What: The New York Times bestselling author will have a dis-

Saturday What: The South Carolina Aquarium will have the grand opening of its new exhibit, “Madagascar Journey.” Visitors will travel through the rich landscape, exploring Madagascar’s sundry environment, wild species, vibrant flora and natural secrets. Guests will come face to face with lemurs, eye to eye with chameleons and nose to nose with some of the world’s most colorful fish.

When: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. May 5 Where: 100 Aquarium Wharf More info: 577-FISH or www. scaquarium.org

Edisto Day Bazaar

What: This annual arts and crafts festival will feature trinkets to treasures from local vendors as well as food. Proceeds will benefit humanitarian projects and services for Edisto residents.

When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. May 5 Where: Lions Club, 2907 Myrtle St.

‘All Creatures’

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What: The Taylor Festival Choir will perform “All Creatures,” with features songs about animals great and small. “All Creatures” is dedicated to Ellen Dressler Moryl, Director of Cultural Affairs for the city of Charleston and an animal rights activist. A portion of the proceeds from “All Creatures” will benefit animal societies in the greater Charleston area.

When: 4 p.m. May 5 Where: I’On Amphitheater, I’On Village Price: $15 general admission, $10 student More info: 740-502-7326 or www.taylormusicgroup.org

Art and Opera

Montgomery signing

Monday

What: Bring your lawn chairs and blankets for this outdoor country music concert featuring John Michael Montgomery. Food and drink will be available for purchase inside the venue area.

When: 9 p.m. May 5 Where: Rocks Pond Campground, 108 Campground Road, Eutawville Price: $25 advance, $30 day of show More info: 803-492-7711 or

What: Charleston Chamber Opera and the Gibbes Museum of Art are partnering for an afternoon of art and opera. Performed in conjunction with the exhibition “Places for the Spirit: Traditional African American Gardens of the South” as a backdrop, Charleston Chamber Opera presents “Songs for the Spirit’s Opera and the African-American Experience.”

When: 3 p.m. May 6 Where: Gibbes Museum of Art, 135 Meeting St. Price: $15-25 More info: 722-2706, ext. 22, or www.gibbesmuseum.org/events

‘I Will Reflect’ Party

What: This “Melanoma Monday,” join The Spa at Charleston Place in the fight against melanoma, arming attendees with information and tips for safer sun habits. The swimwear fashion show will feature models from Tout Models and Talent Agency, hair by Article 5 salon, in addition to other retailers and vendors that will be an-

nounced as the event date approaches.

When: 6-8:30 p.m. May 7 Where: Charleston Place Hotel, 205 Meeting St. Price: Free, with suggested $10 donation More info: spa@charlestonplace.com, www.charlestonplace. com/web/ocha/spa.jsp or 9378522.

Wednesday Gala & Auction

What: An evening of dining featuring chefs from East Cooper restaurants. Guests at the East Cooper Meals on Wheels Gala & Auction will feast on hors d’oeuvres and signature small plates from 17 North, BACCO, CRAVE Kitchen & Cocktails, Gullah Cuisine, Heirloom Eats, Huck’s Lowcountry Table, Lowcountry Eats and many more.

There will be live music, an open bar and a silent auction. The evening culminates with a fast-paced live auction conducted by Tom Crawford.

When: 6:45 p.m. May 9 Where: Omar Shrine Convention Center, 176 Patriots Point Road Price: Individual tickets, $100; benefactor table of 10, $1,500 More info: 881-9350 or www. ecmow.org/gala-and-auction

The deadline for items is Friday at 5 p.m. the week before the event or concert takes place. Items should be submitted online at events.postandcourier.com. Items submitted after the deadline will not be printed. For more information, call 937-5582.

Today Larry Ford And Co.

What: Piano and saxophone.

When: 6:30-10:30 p.m.

Where: Halls Chophouse, 434 King St.

Friday Party at the Point

What: Five-piece rock band Sons of Bill will perform for this CD Release Party along with outlaw country rockers The Piedmont Boys.

When: Gates open at 5:30 p.m.

Where: Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina, 20 Patriots Point Road More info: 856-0028

Graham Whorley

What: Rock and funk guitar.

When: 6-9 p.m. May 4 Where: Juanita Greenberg’s Nacho Royale, 410 W. Coleman Blvd.

The Cool

What: Pop, rock, dance and party covers.

Where: R Pub, 1836 Ashley River Road

Carl Brunson One-Man Band

What: Beach and country music.

When: 8-11 p.m. May 4 Where: VFW post 3142, 3555 Dorchester Road Price: $5 per person More info: 744-9260

Ten Toes Up

What: Funk/jazz/Latin/rock & roll with “born & raised in the south” underpinnings and eclectic percussion.

When: 10 p.m.

Where: Jon’s Mixed Drinks, 100 Crickentree Village More info: 606-2935 or www. jonsmixeddrinks.com/

Nathan Calhoun

What: Jam/acoustic/folk rock.

When: 9 p.m. Fridays Where: Folly Beach Crab Shack, 24 Center St.

Sister Sparrow and The Dirty Birds

What: Brooklyn-based ninepiece rock/soul/funk/blues band.

When: Doors open at 9 p.m.

Where: The Pour House, 1977 Maybank Highway

Price: $10 More info: 571-4343 or www. charlestonpourhouse.com/

Hollow Point

What: Rock/classic rock.

When: 9:30 p.m. May 4 Where: Sand Dollar Social Club, 7 Center St. Price: Free

Control Freak

What: Party rock band.

When: 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. May 4 and 5 Where: The Strike Zone at Dorchester Lanes, 10015 Dorchester Road Price: Free

Saturday The Cool

What: Pop, rock, dance and party covers.

Where: Ivory Moon, 1580 Old Trolley Road

Smoky Weiner and The Hot Links

What: Blues/rock/soul music.

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clubs, from E28 When: 7:30-11 p.m.

Where: brick House Kitchen, 1575 Folly road More Info: 406-4655 or www. brickhousecharleston.com

Johnny Mac and The Booty Ranch

What: blues/funk/rock band.

When: 9 p.m. May 5 Where: Jon’s Mixed drinks, 100 Crickentree Village PrIce: no cover.

Hollow Point

What: rock/classic rock.

When: 9:30 p.m. May 5 Where: sand dollar social Club, 7 Center st.

PrIce: Free

Sunday Dori Chitayat

What: Live spanish/Flamenco guitar with brunch and sangria.

When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. sundays Where: Atlanticville restaurant, 2063 Middle st.

More Info: 883-9452 or www. atlanticville.net

The Bill Show

When: 3-6 p.m. sundays Where: Folly beach Crab shack, 24 Center st.

PrIce: Free

Whiskey Diablo

When: 6-10 p.m. every sunday Where: High Cotton, 199 E. bay st.

PrIce: Free More Info: 724-3815 or www. mavericksouthernkitchens.com/ highcotton/charleston/news/

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ACE’s on bridgE

Isn’t it just like partner to bid mostaggressivelywhenyouhave to play the contract? That happened to George Steiner playing with Gaylor Kasle.

The heart game was no shoo-in here: It was missing the A-J-x-xx of trump, with two sure diamond losers — and what about the clubs?

West led the diamond 10 in response to his partner’s leaddirecting double. East won the king and switched to a low spade.

Steiner took the spade in dummy and called for a low heart. Up popped the jack; that was one hurdle cleared.

West took the heart ace and played a second round of diamonds to East’s king. Back came the club 10. Steiner won with the

Monday David Landeo

What: Acoustic/electric rock.

When: 7 p.m.

By BOBBY WOLFF

ace, picked up trumps with three more rounds (as East discarded three diamonds), then played a spade to the king and ruffed a spade. It wasn’t a sure thing, but it lookedasthoughEasthadstarted with four spades. This meant that his original shape appeared to be 4-1-5-3.Ifso,Steinerrealizedthat he could catch East in a show-up squeeze.WhenSteinerplayedthe last heart from dummy, East had to find a discard from the spade queen and the club 9-7. East discarded a club on the heart, and Steiner threw his spade. When Steiner played a club from dummy and East produced the nine, Steiner was confident that the queenwoulddropundertheking.

It did, and Kasle’s aggressive bid paid off with a near top.

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Where: red’s ice House, 98 Church st.

PrIce: Free

Tuesday The Reckoning Duo

What: Acoustic grateful dead tunes.

Where: Juanita greenberg’s nacho royale, 410 W. Coleman blvd.

Jim and Whit Algar and The Algarythms

What: Live music on the deck and Thai specials on the menu.

When: 5:30 p.m. food, 7-10 p.m. music Where: Atlanticville restaurant, 2063 Middle st.

More Info: 883-9452 or www. atlanticville.net

TrickKnee Duo

What: Acoustic rock with Matt and Fred.

When: 8 p.m.

Where: Trayce’s Too neighborhood grille and Pub, 2578 Ashley river road PrIce: no cover and all night drink specials.

Wednesday Anne Caldwell and Larry Ford Trio

When: 6-10 p.m. Wednesdays, April 25-sept. 26 Where: High Cotton, 199 E. bay st.

PrIce: Free More Info: 724-3815 or www. mavericksouthernkitchens.com/ highcotton/charleston/news/

Dave Landeo

What: Acoustic/electric rock.

When: 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Where: red’s ice House, 1882 Andell bluff blvd.

PrIce: Free

Jordan Igoe

What: With Aaron Firetag and Jessica daisi. Acoustic/folk/rock.

Where: Juanita greenbergs, 439 King st.

Jeff Bateman

What: Acoustic rock/funk.

When: 7 p.m. Wednesdays Where: Lucky’s southern grill, 1271 Folly road

New South Jazzmen

What: A trad jazz band that plays a variety of teens and twenties standards.

When: 8 p.m.

Where: osteria La bottiglia, 420 King st.

Jeff Houts

What: Acoustic classic rock and reggae.

When: 9 p.m. May 9 Where: Folly beach Crab shack, 24 Center st.

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SALLY FORTH By Francesco Marciuliano & Craig Macintosh

PEANUTS By Charles Schulz

JUMP START By Robb Armstrong

BLONDIE By Dean Young

DUSTIN By Steve Kelley & Jeff Parker

CURTIS By Ray Billingsley

GARFIELD By Jim Davis

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NON SEquITuR By Wiley Miller

BEETLE BAILEY By Mort, Greg & Brian Walker

MALLARD FILLMORE By Bruce Tinsley

JuDGE PARKER By Woody Wilson & Mike Manley

FOR BETTER OR FOR WORSE By Lynn Johnston

ROSE IS ROSE By Pat Brady & Don Wimmer

MARY WORTH By Joe Giella & Karen Moy

PEARLS BEFORE SWINE By Stephan Pastis

HI AND LOIS By Brian & Greg Walker & Chris Browne

LuANN By Greg Evans

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THE WIZARD OF ID By Brant Parker

BABY BLUES By Jerry Scott & Rick Kirkman

DILBERT By Scott Adams

ANDY CAPP By Reg Smythe

HAGAR THE HORRIBLE By Chris Browne GET FUZZY By Darby Conley

ZITS By Jerry Scott & Jim Borgman

GRAND AVENUE By Steve Breen

ToDAY’S hoRoScoPe ARIES (March 21-April 19): A happier atmosphere will develop if you get to know your colleagues better. Form an alliance with someone you feel has similar goals.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Protect your position, reputation and status. Not everyone will be supportive, and some may even try to make you look bad.

SAGITTARIUS (NOV. 22DEC. 21): Network, socialize and interact with people who share your interests. A partnership you develop will enable you to further your ideas and plans.

TAURUS (April 20May 20): Volunteer to do something nice for someone. Research an area of interest and you will find a way to incorporate it into your plans.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Take the path that offers the most in return.

Don’t waste your time trying to win someone over who isn’t interested in contributing to your cause.

CApRICORN (DEC. 22-JAN. 19): Don’t let anyone put demands on you or your time. Give your undivided attention to the people who can benefit you most.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Diversify, and you will come up with something special. Love is in the stars, and making romantic plans will pay off.

LIBRA (SEpT. 23OCT. 22): Share your feelings. Make personal alterations that will add to your appeal and boost your confidence.

AQUARIUS (JAN. 20-FEB. 18): Don’t agree to do things you don’t want to do.

Someone you love will stabilize your life. Moderation is your ticket to advancement.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): A change of plans may not suit you, but instead of making a scene, make whatever alterations are necessary and go about your business.

SCORpIO (OCT. 23-NOV. 21): Secrets will not help you get to the bottom of a situation that is causing you grief. You have to address issues head-on if you want to be able to move forward.

pISCES (FEB. 19-MARCh 20): Disappointment is likely if you count on someone. Don’t let anyone play emotional mind games with you.

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Thursday, May 3, 2012: E35

Raising a glass to Cinco de Mayo, Mexico

BY REBEkAH BRADFORD Special to The Post and Courier

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t. Patrick’s Day has had a long run as the holiday people love to celebrate, but in recent years, Cinco de Mayo has been giving it a run for its money. But what is Cinco de Mayo and what does it commemorate?

Head2Head figures if you’re going to raise a glass, you probably should know what you’re toasting. So in preparation of the festival on Saturday, we bring you a mix of Cinco de Mayo and general Mexican trivia. Last week’s winner, Lizzie Grant, is being challenged by Mark Lovett.

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Mariachi music and sombreros are an essential part to any Cinco de Mayo celebration.

QUESTIONS

1. What does Cinco de Mayo mean?

2. What does Cinco de Mayo commemorate?

3. In the United States, what state celebrated the first Cinco de Mayo in 1967?

4. The Mexican Hat Dance, mariachi music and sombreros are supposed to have originated in what Mexican city?

5. The Aztec city of Tenochtitlan is now known as what?

6. Who did Mexico win independence from?

7. Who won the Battle of the Alamo?

8. Who was Montezuma?

9. When this film was released in Mexico, it was renamed “The Rebel Novice Nun.” What’s the movie?

10. Name one of two countries that borders Mexico to the southeast.

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LIZZIE’S ANSWERS

1. It’s the date May 5 in Spanish.

2. Mexican Independence?

3. New Mexico 4. Cabo 5. Mexico City 6. I think it was probably Spain.

7. Texas maybe? I don’t know.

8. Some sort of Mayan god.

9. Oh, is it the one with Whoopi Goldberg?

10. Honduras

CONCLUSION Well this week’s Head2Head trivia on Cinco de Mayo/Mexican history wasn’t even close. It’s possible Lizzie’s brain was fried from studying for finals, but the result is a new trivia champ. Mark will be back next week to defend his title. Happy Cinco de Mayo!

MARK’S ANSWERS

1. May 5 2. Independence day 3. California 4. Don’t know.

5. Mexico City 6. Spain 7. Mexico 8. Not sure if he was Aztec or Mayan.

9. Just a guess, but “The Sound of Music?”

10. Belize

CORRECT ANSWERS 1. May 5 2. Victory in the Battle of Puebla in 1862 against the French.

3. California 4. Guadalajara 5. Mexico City

6. Spain 7. Mexico 8. Ruler of the Aztecs 9. “The Sound of Music” 10. Belize and Guatemala

EAR ABBY: While standing in a serving line at a restaurant, a man commented to my wife about her weight. She was very upset. My take was, “Don’t talk to strange men.”

Later, I wondered whether I should have confronted the guy, slugged him or waited for him in the parking lot.

As a young man, I was prone to rash actions. I would like to think in my golden years that I have outgrown this tendency. I’m not sure I handled the situation right. I want my wife to be confident that I would defend her. — TEXAS TOM DEAR TOM: Although as a young man you were prone to rash actions, as a mature one you gained the ability to control your temper. Had you confronted the boor, the situation would have escalated and you could have wound up charged with assault. You were correct to do nothing.

The man is lucky your wife didn’t “serve” him a fist sandwich. A lesser woman might have.

DEAR ABBY: When my husband, “Jeff,” and I married, we drew up a medical proxy and health care directives. Jeff is now terminally ill with brain cancer and has about five months to live.

Over the past two years he has been through four surgeries, 25 doses of radiation, countless doctors’ appointments, physical therapy and enough pills to fill a trunk. I had to quit working because Jeff is my full-time job.

We have discussed placing him in a hospice. But the closer he gets to death, the more he changes his mind.

He demands that I lift and pull him in and out of bed.

When I can no longer do this, he wants me to install a hoist. He needs help eating, dressing, bathing and using the toilet and is in a wheelchair. Jeff’s tumor is growing, causing pressure and

DEAR ABBY

affecting his mental attitude.

He’s impatient, demanding, selfish and nasty. I’m caring for him at home because it’s his home and I am his wife.

Somehow, his illness makes him feel entitled to act like a selfish child. At what point do I put him in a hospice without his family calling me a witch and Jeff screaming to return home? — END OF MY ROPE DEAR END: Please accept my sympathy. Your husband is sick and in pain, likely frightened and the cancer may have affected his ability to think. You must discuss this with his doctor. It may not be necessary to place Jeff in an inpatient facility because many terminally ill patients can receive the same care at home. It will take a referral from a doctor, certifying that your husband has six months or less to live. Much of the cost is covered by Medicare, and most insurance also covers it.

Hospice provides visits from doctors, nurses, home health care aides and volunteers who can help with bathing your husband, changing his linens and some of the lifting that you’re worried about. For your sake and his, you should contact the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization. It can help you find a hospice provider.

Call 800-658-8898 or log on to www.nhpco.org.

Tell Jeff’s family that he, and you, need them to step in and help with his care because it has become more than you can handle alone.

If they agree, it will give them precious time with him. If not, they’ll be in no position to criticize you.

E36: Thursday, May 3, 2012

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