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Word: characterize (lookup in dictionary) (lookup stats)
Dates: during 1990-1999
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This kind of project is extremely time-consuming. Every letter is picked from innumerable drawers of type to be strung into a line on a 'composing stick'. Almost all the surfaces in the room are piled under with tiny spears of lead, each tipped with its own character. The tables...

Author: By By J.L. Martin, | Title: closerlook: Impressions in the Bowels of Adams | 12/10/1999 | See Source »

I wish I could say that the actors did as best they could with the undeveloped material they were given. Unfortunately, they seemed to exacerbate the situation. Joe Nuccio '01 as Mike yells and jumps around so much that even potentially funny speeches become annoying. His chauvinist roommate Dick (Josh...

Author: By Sarah E. Kramer, | Title: Common Problems for an 'Uncommon' Production | 12/10/1999 | See Source »

But the award for most memorable character goes to Willis the hunchbacked landlord (Dan Hughes '01). Willis has a soft spot towards hippies and recounts to them his disturbing dreams where he controls an African tribe and its mating rituals. The word "moonchildren" actually originates from his speeches and not...

Author: By Sarah E. Kramer, | Title: Common Problems for an 'Uncommon' Production | 12/10/1999 | See Source »

When it comes to viewing any Gilbert and Sullivan production, it is essential not to take the proceedings too seriously. If you're out for a night of stark realism or harrowing psychological drama, engagements in town will better suit your palate. Such qualities are mercifully absent in the entire...

Author: By James Crawford, | Title: Pinafore Your Thoughts | 12/10/1999 | See Source »

The directors latest, the fanciful Sweet and Lowdown, is in most respects a minor work of art, though it is pleasant and interesting. But enthusiasts should note that it represents something of a breakthrough for Allen, in that the main character, fictional 30s jazz guitarist Emmet Ray (Sean Penn), is...

Author: By Erwin R. Rosinberg, | Title: Sweet Lacks Flavor | 12/10/1999 | See Source »

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