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Winter Soulster - Bobby Caldwell

I somehow stumbled upon this Bobby Caldwell video of his infamous and timeless hit, What You Won’t Do For Love… oh my god.  Though the video quality is questionable, this song is brilliant! I remember listening to this as a kid, and just loved it.  Still do – except the arrangement in this video is... Read more »
By Sylvia Franklin,
December 22, 2011 at 11:17 am
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Hugh Jackman Returns to Broadway

Hugh Jackman is a triple threat — actor, singer, dancer. Okay better make that a quadruple threat.  He also produces. Jackman returns to Broadway with a one-man show of his play, aptly titled Hugh Jackman, Back on Broadway. The Tony Award-winner will bring his limited run one-man show to the Broadhurst Theatre on 44th Street... Read more »
By Sylvia Franklin,
October 24, 2011 at 3:56 pm
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Friday Night Lights The Movie Sequel Takes Off

Good news Friday Night Light fans, the movie sequel is a go! So says Connie Britton in a US Magazine article. Britton, half of FNL power couple Tami and Eric Taylor, currently stars in FX’s American Horror Story. Sequel you say? Absolutely. Some of you may not realize, but FNL The Movie premiered in 2004... Read more »
By Sylvia Franklin,
October 6, 2011 at 4:11 pm
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What Happens When a TV Show is Cancelled

The first casualty of the 2011-2012 TV season is NBC’s The Playboy Club. The cancellation is a distinction most shows would rather do without. Lives, fortunes are won or lost in the span of hours — in this case, three.  After three episodes, the show didn’t garner enough viewers to sustain, nor justify, the incredible... Read more »
By Sylvia Franklin,
October 5, 2011 at 1:00 pm
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Parking Spot Predator

I don’t know what it is about parking lots, but what do you call a particular phenomena that compels someone to wait for a parking spot — the one I was occupying mind you, despite the fact the lot was virtually empty? I can attest that out of 65 available parking spaces, maybe eight were... Read more »
By Sylvia Franklin,
August 19, 2011 at 3:37 pm
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Walking on Sunshine

Alright I admit it… I’ve gotten a little too LA with regard to transportation.  I love my car.  I love everything about having a car – convenience, preservation of personal space and the ability to zip across the city at will.  Good times. But the thing about having a car is that it makes you... Read more »
By Sylvia Franklin,
July 29, 2011 at 9:08 pm
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You Can Beat City Hall - Turk 182!

This summer’s been a bit of a bust on the movie scene.  With the exception of a couple films – one being Bridesmaids, the other the soon-to-be released The Help, I really haven’t had much to look forward to.  As much as I love this city, being here, with none of my usual LA movie... Read more »
By Sylvia Franklin,
July 21, 2011 at 11:19 pm
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Restoring Community - At What Price

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As I stand staring through my home’s front window, I can’t help but wish there were a better view.  Something more aesthetically pleasing.  There’s an elementary school across the street.  A small colorful jumbo gym visible through a chain-link fence both earmarking and protecting its borderline.  This small play station sits squarely in the middle... Read more »
By Sylvia Franklin,
July 19, 2011 at 4:00 pm
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Kicking the Creative Tires

There’s nothing like a new site relaunch to get one thinking about impact and change.  I’d like to think this new digital chapter ushers in a slew of opportunities to better explore and express my perspective in Chicago Redux, and all things Chicago and LA. Life often imitates AND exceeds art, proving what you get... Read more »
By Sylvia Franklin,
June 30, 2011 at 3:58 pm
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When Hot Hair Trumps Cold Cash

Upon catching up on the news this AM, one story in particular struck me.  Seems there was a robbery of a beauty supply store.  The thieves didn’t take cash – they took product.  Specifically, they took $80,000 worth of human hair. Now I’m not condoning the illegal activity here, but I’m a bit tickled over... Read more »
By Sylvia Franklin,
April 25, 2011 at 3:38 pm
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