Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Puppet Hustle
Check out these puppets from our friend Kentaro Sugana.
He has an exhibition of his work going on in NYC presently. Pretty awesome stuff. You can check out his work HERE!
We also met up with Warcloud aka Yusef aka Gujaba aka Steve Andrews, a fashion model from New York. We took a bunch of nice photos for his portfolio earlier this month.
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
A History of Shit: Manson in Thebes, the Website
www.historyofshit.com
for news, info, tickets, and everything else related to our Philadelphia Fringe Festival 2009 performance A History of Shit: Manson in Thebes
Thursday, June 4, 2009
God of Tears-Fantasia Film Festival
A History of Shit: Press Photo Shoot
Today, our actors got together for a photo-shoot for a press kit we are putting together this weekend. They were amazing! The dresses max got yesterday looked great on them too.
I'm pretty confident already that this play is going to be phenomenal!
Here are more of the best photos we got tonight. check this out:
A History of Shit
It's about Charles Manson traveling to Ancient Greece to teach the doctrine of Colon Cleansing.
He is given the mission to go to Greece by the God of Shit, who sees his dedication to murder on God's behalf (ala Old Testament heroes like Abraham and Moses).
Tonight we take production stills. I purchased some costumes last night at a Thrift Store. I had my doubts about one garment, but a short Russian woman approached me and let me know that it was just what I was looking for.
She then said she was a fairy. She pulled out a bottle of bubbles and blew several. She granted me 10 wishes.
I figured this was a good indication that it was the right garment. I guess we'll find out tonight. Let's hope my wishes come true.
We'll post photos soon.
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
New Animation from Greg Lytle
This one is his first venture into line-drawing animation, and is a colloboration with poet Kathryn Regina.
I Am In the Air Right Now from Greg Lytle on Vimeo.
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
The Joys of Cooking at Home
I'm hard-pressed to even find a few peaceful minutes in the day. I wake up, go to work, grab a bite, watch my favorite tv shows from 7pm-midnight and then go to bed. To put it bluntly, this leaves hardly any time to actually prepare a home-cooked meal. Usually I do the unhealthy thing and stop by at McDonalds or Dominos for a burger or a slice. Even worse, sometimes I fill up on Carb-heavy snacks.
I'm proud to report that all this has changed thanks to a revolutionary new product, the Xpress Redi Set Go.
What do you like to eat?
Gourmet steaks?
Fresh piping hot personal pizza?
Flaky pies personal pies for desert?
Pork tenderloin with sweet potato?
You can do all this and more with Xpress Redi Set Go.
Why is this?
Because the Xpress Redi Set Go not only lets you choose your ingredients, but it also has the potential to prepare a different meal every night. So it never gets old.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
FUCK THESE PAPARAZZI
Product of the Month
Friday, March 20, 2009
Congratualations to the Big Texas Cinnamon Roll!
P.S.
When i came up with the idea for this entry, i googled Big Texas Cinnamon Roll and some other asshole wrote a blog about it HERE.
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Some people say I'm not okay because I love the most elementary things
1. Cold Play
By far the most played artist on my iTunes. I would argue that they have created the greatest music of all time. Their music is sweet like chocolate covered cherries, but complex like an olive. It's no coincidence that chocolate and olives are my two favorite foods, by the way. Coldplay just has a primal approach to expressing themselves. It is this pure, raw energy that first attracted me to their sound. My favorite song by far is the "When I ruled the world" track. It has a brilliant and artfully done music video by Hype Williams. The track is artistic like a painting and Williams brings this out beautifully by making a moving painting out of the video. When I graduated from college I was going through a really hard time and their CDs really helped me get through my pain.
2. Maroon 5
What is there to be said about Maroon 5 that hasn't already been said? They swiftly combine contemporary rock, classical, R&B, jazz, funk, and new age into a tight, compact, pop-friendly sound. I can't wait for their next album to drop. All I'll say is that they deserved all those Grammys.
3. Classical
I love classical music. It's so soothing and relaxing. Sometimes I take a bubble bath and play some classical music on the radio. It all sounds the same, which is good, because it's a good sound. I love strings especially. They sound so heartwarming. One of my favorite Classical CDs is the Titanic soundtrack.
4. Radiohead
Even though all the members of Radiohead are openly gay, I still respect their sound. I don't like their lyrics too much, because they are too gay-themed for my heterosexual taste but it doesn't stop them from kicking out some serious hard-rocking gems such as "Paranoid Android" and "We Are the World."
5. 50 Cent
Who else deserves the 5-spot more than Curtis Jackson? He has the number 5 in his name for chrissakes! I knew he was the greatest rapper of all time when I saw his film "Get Rich or Die Tryin'." That title really described ME to a tee. I can really relate to 50 Cent because he and I both share similar interests. I have a problem with eating too much sweets, so I really loved his "Candy Shop" song which was about going to a candy store and eating alot of diffferent kinds of candy. It was like a dream come true!
6. Stevie Wonder
Even though Stevie is blind, I can still respect his music. Mainly his lyrics, they're very moving to me. He frequently describes a feeling of longing that only exists in fall and winter. I think this is genius because fall and winter are the saddest times of year.
7. Weird Al Yankovich
Contrary to most people, I love Weird Al for his music and NOT his lyrics. His lyrics are juvenile and offensive, but his grooves are sweet as hell! Songs like "Eat it" and "Fat" are just so funky and poppy. They could have been chart toppers if the lyrics had been different.
8. Bob Dylan
I don't really like folk music persay, but Dylan succesfully transcended the genre, IMHO. I first got introduced to Dylan after my gastric bypass surgery a few years ago. His just like a woman song is so good, because it describes how i feel so accurately. When he says "she breaks just like a woman, but cries just like a little girl" i almost feel like he wrote that song about me. He's also so cool looking. and his attitude is so cool.
9. Miles Davis
I HATE JAZZ! But miles is different. Kind of Blue is the best jazz album of all time, by far. I haven't heard any other jazz albums, but I know this one is the best. What other albums have songs like "Freddie Freeloader" and "Blue in Green?" None. His lyrics are so deep and moving, to a level of almost spiritual transcendence. I love Kind of Blue.
10. Rihanna
Ever since the Chris Brown, abuse scenario I have taken a particular liking to Rihanna's sound. She's such a great singer. She's also really creative, something alot of people are missing these days. Since it's lent I've vowed not to not listen to Rihanna until Easter! Lol!
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Childhood
Today I'm posting something very significant to my own personal beliefs and convictions.
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Arby's--The Perfect Restaurant
Babysitting your sister's kids and need a fun family-style place?
Arby's is the best choice for all your dining needs.
Not only is their food delicious and affordable, it's also healthy and satisfying.
Sometimes when you eat a really healthy meal, at places like SubWay and Friendly's, you just don't feel satisfied. Arby's satisfies your taste buds and your calorie counts. Their top-notch signature roast beef sandwiches are out of this world. With the healthy tomatoes, lettuce and cheese you're in for a real treat. I like to enjoy any Arby's meal with a tall frappucino from Starbucks (luckily there's a starbucks next to the arby's in my neighborhood :) ). As advertised, they don't fry their stuff, so it's not all oily and nasty like fried chicken.
The great thing about going on dates at Arby's is that the staff understand the needs of the customer, which is way it's such a romantic place to take a date. One time, to show a girl that i really liked her, i took her to arby's. I asked the server if he could put extra whipped cream on my girlfriend's shake, which he did. she was more than impressed.
And now to put things in perspective.
When you go to Subway, you can gurantee that you're gonna have a heart healthy, low calorie hoagie. But will it fill you up? No.
I need at least 3 subway hoagies to fill me up, and by that time it's no longer healthy. Subway is great if you're on the go or want a little mid-day snack, but it's just not the same as Arby's. I do happen to enjoy their bacon-ranch fajitas, but that's about it.
In other news, has anyone tried the new pasta dishes from Pizza Hut? They're absolutely delicious. I get a few linguini and ravioli dishes, a bucket of KFC, and a couple 2-liters and I'm good for a day and a half. This stuff really fills you up. Combined with a little exercise (specifically cardio) and some fruit here and there it's also the perfect way to lose weight.
So, my salutations to Pizza Hut and especially Arby's...It was nice doing business with you!
Friday, March 6, 2009
Boycotting Establishments
We need to stand up as a people and stop going to these pits of grease, fat, and filth.
We need to start going to restaurants that serve healthy and beneficial foods that contain fiber, protein and vitamin B12.
If you feel the urge to go to Burger King, go to Friendly's instead.
If you feel the need to go to McDonalds or Cinnabon, why not opt for Taco Bell instead. Replace that fatty Big Mac with a nice healthy beef gordita. Instead of that indulgent Cinnabon, grab some cinnasticks.
If you ever feel the overwhelming passion in your heart that compels you to go to Auntie Ann's for one of their heart-attack inducing pretzels, go to Dairy Queen instead for a blizzard. To make it more healthy, don't get any whipped cream.
If you absolutely have no other choice but Cinnabon, please eat only half. Give the other half to a person in need or the elderly. Wash it down with a heart healthy beverage like mango juice or pepsi, NOT a dunkaccino.
If you're really hungry and on the go, instead of getting Pizza Hut delivered, jog there to pick it up. This will burn calories. You could also just head over to Domino's for a more heart-healthy option.
These are just my tips. Let me know if you guys have any more.
Remember, stay in there, don't give up. It IS possible not to eat at these restaurants, even though it might seem tough at first. With all of the great fast-food alternatives availableto consumers these days, we don't need to be poisoned by McDonalds, etc.
-Max
Saturday, February 28, 2009
Yellow Poop--Is it real?
TO ALL OF YOU FAKES OUT THERE:
STOP URINATING ON YOUR POOP AND TELLING ME IT'S HEALTHY YELLOW POOP. WE ALL KNOW THAT YOU JUST PEED ON YOUR POOP.
Can I Borrow Your Truck or Trailer?
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Obama Coins - My Endorsement
We all know that Barack Obama's inauguration single-handedly changed the face of American history. It was a proud moment for people of all races, including me (Scandinavian/Jewish origins). I know that many people out there are like myself, and really need some keepsake to remember the powerful moment when we saw Barack become president, and I've come across a valuable product that will help all with the endeavor. Officially US minted Barack Obama commerorative coins.
There are many companies producing Obama coins, some good, some not-so-good. I've found the best to be the ones offered by the Home Shopping Network (a very reliable business).
The best deal by far is their 10-pack. Basically, you get 10 sets of Obama coins for $199.95. This is over a $50 discount from their competitors. Not only that, but it's a better product. I've tried out all the Obama coins on the market, and the HSN variety are the good ones. Add to that the fact that HSN charges only $9.25 for shipping and handling, and you've got yourself the deal of the century. The best thing is, these coins are CHEAP now. In 10-20 years their value could easily go up. That's why the 10-pack is such a good deal. I plan on keeping 6 sets for myself as a keepsake to remember Barack's innauguration, giving 4 away to friends and family as birthday/Easter gifts and keeping one to sell in the future. Not only will I get to keep 6 amazing sets of coins in specially hand-carved Amish wood boxes, but I will also easily get back the money I paid for them by selling the one set to collectors. I have lots of friends who are coin enthusiasts, and they're buying these things by the truckload because they know they'll be sitting on a gold mine down the line. BUY HERE.
These coins are really beautiful. They are officially minted US coins, with immaculate and intricate painted sides. These sides contain breathtaking and vivid images that represent Obama's strong leadership. All the classic symbols are there; the white house, the Eagle, Abraham Lincoln, you name it. Looking at these coins really gets me quite emotional, and I'm sure many other proud Americans would agree that without these coins we would not have anything to look to for guidance in the morning. When I see the state this country is in, with soaring gas and fast food prices, high crime rates, rampant pornography, muslim fundamentalism, debt from the iraq war, and an excessive number of americans with up to 3 pounds of compacted fecal matter in their colons, I know that Obama will make things change.
Additionally, other companies are selling Barack Obama commerorative plates, which come with certificates of authenticity. This certificate means that you know the plate is the real deal. I've seen these plates for sale at Rite Aid for about $19.95, which is an amazing deal considering how much they'll be worth in the future. Keep in mind that these plates are meant to be displayed proudly in one's living room, bedroom, or dining arena. They are NOT for eating.
I think we all remember where we were the moment Barack got in the white house. Let's never forget. Buy the coins today.
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Pepperoni Salad?
Today's blog entry is about one of my guilty pleasures: Italian Cuisine.
The thing is, I don't like to stick to the traditional recipes. Rather, I create my own concoctions from traditional italian ingredients. I'll post some of my favorite homemmade recipes here.
1. Calimatta Olive and Gravy Salad
What you'll need: 3 pounds sliced onions
1 package manfrotto brand traditional italian spaghetti noodle
1 Calimatta Olive
6 cups brown gravy
2 tbsp. cabbage
8 cups chopped nuts (optional)
Mix all ingredients in a bowl. Add your favorite dressing. I personally like a combination of ranch and blue cheese.
2. Cream Cheese Ravioli
What you'll need: 3 sheets Rigatolato's Ravioli Crust
2 cans monnacinno's red gravy
7 tbls. sugar
1 lb. ground beef
7 sticks butter
7 sticks string cheese
1/2 pound duck
3 cans diet cherry pepsi.
Ok, so you all know that for the health conscious consumer (like myself) we don't want to use too much oil. So for this recipe you'll notice we're using diet cherry pepsi instead. Simply cut your sheets of ravioli crust, stuff each layer with 1 can of gravy and 1 half pound beef. Wrap the ravioli crust around the ingredients. Fry in 1/2 inch of diet cherry pepsi. With the remaining ingredients, place in a food processor until it reaches a cream cheese consistency and pour on top of raviolis when they are dark brown.
3. Veal and Popcorn Parmegane
What you'll need: 3 packets Orville Redenbacher Buttered Popcorn
2 cutlets milk-fed veal
1 sardine
2 pounds bread crumbs
7 slices Mama Mia brand potato/ginger bread
4 cans Peppino's brand fusion marinara (make sure to get the one with the yellow label)
8 bags swedish meatballs
1 Bottle Red Wine (To Drink with your meal)
Pop your popcorn. Place it in a pan of fusion marinara on medium heat until the popcorn becomes moist. Cut milk-fed veal into quarter inch segments and douse in popcorn marinara. Rub on bread crumbs. Stick between two slickes of potato/ginger bread. Place in the microwave on high heat for 12 minutes. Boil meatballs for approximately 20 minutes and place on top of bread. Makes about 10 servings. Enjoy with your favorite red wine and that special someone who you love. This is a perfect Valentine's Day treat, and a great surprise for the whole family. We've had this dish at my house every Easter and Christmas for I don't know how long.
Enjoy!
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Weight Loss Journey Vol.3
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Weight Loss Journey: Part II
It's been reported by an anonymous source that I look a little less fat!
This is great news.
In celebration, I am going to have a feast for dinner tonight. Anyone want to join in? Here's a look at the line-up for tonight's meal:
1. 3 snickers bars
2. Chicken Wings
3. Pasta with marinara and diet meatballs
4. Butter Pecan Salmon
5. Baked Ziti with clam sauce
6. Brown
7. Roast Pork on Sourdough with pickles and minimal gravy
8. Diet Pepsi
9. Fried Chicken, no skin.
10. Tuna Casserole
11. Stuffed Soup
12. Breakfast pouch with egg, precooked bacon, american cheese, and biscuit.
13. macaroni and cheese, browned in microwave.
Any suggestions?
I'm trying to keep it healthy, so no fried foods, or if necessary, remove the breading. When I eat foods that contain heavy amounts of gravy, I will spoon out most of it.
By the way, I've been getting a lot of exercise with my brand new PDX 900.
BIRDEMIC DIARY PART I: The American Humane Association
the production of BIRDEMIC. "Even though the eagles, falcons, hawks & vultures look very real and terrifying, they are actually computer generated characters", said Director James Nguyen.Based in Hollywood, Moviehead Pictures is a motion picture production company.
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Obama - Too Young for the White House?
I know this blog usually has a bit of a sarcastic tone, but I'd like to digress and talk about a serious issue that has been on my mind alot recently. Obama's age.
Obama is a young man, no one can deny that. While he has displayed outstanding courage and responsibility in his short lifespan, we have to keep something imporant in mind: Young People just want to spend time with their friends.
A more refined older man would not be doing so much travel as president. Obama just wants to visit his friends in different parts of the world/country, that's why he's doing so much traveling.
I am a young person myself, and I know I spend alot of time traveling to see my friends. I think it's a natural part of a young person's life, but I'M NOT PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES. That's why it's ok for me as a young person (like Obama) to do so much traveling.
As president, you should be sitting in the White House all the time doing work. NOT TRAVELING.
While I have no complaints so far about what Obama has done while in office, I think he could have done alot more if he was actually IN OFFICE, and not TRAVELING.
I'd also like to mention that Obama is a family man, and doing so much travelling can interfere with family life.
I think Obama would be perfect if he was older and didn't need to travel so much to visit his friends.
I'd like to mention that this in no way suggests that I regret all the campaign contributions and grass-roots campaigning sacrifices I made for Obama and I wish him the best of luck.
-max
Saturday, February 7, 2009
General Tso's Chicken
Check out this great article about one of my favorite dishes, courtsey of wikipedia.
General Tso's Chicken commonly consists of dark-meat pieces of chicken that are battered, deep-fried and seasoned with ginger, garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, Shaoxing wine or sherry, sugar, sesame oil, scallions, and hot chili peppers, and often served with steamed broccoli.
Though relatively inexpensive to produce, General Tso's chicken is often listed as a "Chef's Specialty" at Chinese restaurants in North America, commanding a higher price than other items.[8] Many restaurants, especially in areas with many vegetarians, also serve General Tso's Tofu or General Tso's Soy Protein.[9] Other variants substitute shrimp, beef, or even pork for the chicken.[10][11]
Friday, February 6, 2009
Weight Loss Journey: Part I
Unfortunately, I'm no exception.
Philadelphia has in recent history been ranked the fattest city in the country. While I'm proud to be a Philadelphian, I'm also ashamed at the lack of care people here have for their bodies.
To put it bluntly, I'd like to lose a few pounds and a few inches off my waist. It would not only affect people's perceptions of me, but also my personal sense of self-confidence.
I've experienced a significant weight gain in the last year and a half, and I'd like to get back to a slimmer, more healthful body shape.
I'd like to use this blog as a sort of weight loss journal. I encourage everyone to post comments about their own weight loss stories/mishaps, etc. We're in this together. YES WE CAN! Let's let the innauguration of our new president be the starting point for CHANGE within our lives.
Here's my plan for losing weight:
- Eat Healtheir foods - I need to switch up my eating lifestyle. This can happen easily. For example, instead of eating at KFC every day, I can eat at Boston Market instead.
- Photograph my bowel movements and post them on this blog - This will be a reminder to myself of what healthy bowel movements look like.
- Excercise, Exercise, Exercise - Weight loss is virtually impossible without rigorous exercise regiments. I plan on biking to work more often, going to the gym, and practicing yoga regularly.
- Purge after meals - Instead of digesting foods, I can vomit them up. This way I retain the enjoyment of food, but don't have to take in all the fat and calories.
- Monitor my progress using this blog - I'll post updates on my weight, diet, and exercise regiments.
- Change the daily routine - Simple things can help too. For example, instead of taking the elevator, I can walk the steps. Instead of lying down when I sleep, I can do it standing up.
So here's today's update:
Current Weight: 215 pounds
Breakfast: None
Snack: mini-pack of m&m's
Lunch: Pork Soup
Dinner: Pork Soup
Exercise: Rode bike to and from work.
Let's see how this turns out!
Max
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Top Ten Lists
Top 10 restaurants of 2008
1. KFC - Still the champion after all these years.
2. Popeye's - A great restaurant, with biscuits that are arguably better than KFC's, but nothing beats original recipe.
3. Wendy's - Affordability is an important factor in these lists...nothing beats a Wendy's frosty and jr. bacon cheeseburger when you're on the go, and they're nice on your wallet too :)
4. Olive Garden - When I'm looking to eat in a more sophisticated setting, Olive Garden is my number one choice. Their neverending pasta and breadsticks can't be beat.
5. Pizza Hut- On snowy and cold weather days I like to pop into Pizza Hut for one of their signature cheesesteaks.
6. Blockbuster Video - Movies and popcorn! The classic combination.
7. IHOP - While their prices can sometimes be pretty high, you have to remember that you're paying for quality. Their salisbury steak is incredible.
8.Arby's - While I tend to avoid eating beef, as I don't agree with the idea of killing cows, I think Arby's does roast beef right. Their gravy is delicious, and you can tell by the brown color.
9. Taco Bell - Authentic Mexican cuisine served up at fast food prices? Yup. Taco Bell always hits the spot, whether on a hot summer night of dancing, or a cold winter ski trip. I put the hot sauce on my taco lol :)
10. Dunkin' Donuts - I love their mini-pizzas. When I'm late for work I like to pick up a coffee, two donuts (jelly, lol) and three mini-pizzas. The cheese is so moist and wet. I don't know how they do it, but it's delicious.
Top 10 Drugs of 2008
1. Crack - The obvious choice. It's fun, it's cheap, and it's a guaranteed good time. Name me a person who doesn't like crack. And for those that haven't tried it, you're missing out.
2. Marijuana - The drug of choice for college football fans and others. What else can be said? It's a classic.
3. Heroin - While some are turned off by the idea of sticking a needle in themselves, I say loosen up, you've got nothing to lose. It's potent stuff, so be careful...but prepare yourself for a blast.
4. Meth - Alot of folks consider this to be a "lower-class" drug, but really it's not. Give it a shot!
5. Alcohol - It's legal, and it's great. Everything from micro-brewed beers to delicious licquers. And don't forget to tip the bartender!
6. LSD - This drug is great for spiritual enlightenment and stuff like that.
7. PCP - Personally I only use this when it's laced into my crack. That being said, it's a rollercoaster, but a good one.
8. Cough Syrup - Another great legal drug. One warning, although it tastes great and you may be tempted to drink more than a few bottles --don't. It could lead to serious liver damage and other problems. Beyond that, it's a really fun time.
9. Oxycontin- Made famous by celebs like Rush Limbaugh, this painkiller is great for spring break in Cancun.
10. Nitrous - Administered by dentists when you get surgery. Sometimes you may want to mess up your teeth intentionally just to get at some of this sweet stuff.
Top 10 Animals of 2008
1. Dogs - In honor of Barack Obama's new dog, we had to give it the number one spot. Plus, man's best friend would be hurt not to be number one.
2. Turtles - Slow, but great.
3. Cats - I like to call them man's second best friend. Really great animals, good spirit.
4. Dark Birds - Although they're feisty and liable to attack, they really are of stellar intelligence and posture.
5. Squirrels - I rescued a baby squirrel once. It screamed so loudly.
6. Worms - What other animal can you name that can be split into two separate animals when cut in half?
7. Cricut - One of the best new machines for crafts.
8. Ass - Samson used the skull of one of these great animals to kill lots of Philistines.
9. Cockroach - A classic animal whose reputation still can't be tarnished by slander, at least in my mind.
10. Mice - Comforting creatures to have around, especially during the winter.