Heather Parish

Apr 2017 24

The Salesman: a meticulous, beautifully performed film directed by Asghar Farhadi

2017 Articles, Heather Parish, Movies, Tales of Diversity

by Heather Parish

The Salesman mines its themes in Iranian literature and American drama, but something about its portrayal of the delicate anxiety of a relationship in the face of violence is uniquely its own. The film’s leading actors—Shahab Hosseini (Emad) and Taraneh Alidoosti (Rana)—methodically unveil their characters’ strengths and weaknesses like flowers just at the point of wilting. Director Asghar Farhadi painstakingly crafts the film so that every piece fits perfectly, from the inside out.

Nov 2016 19

A Jane Austen Tea & Holiday Celebration

2016 Articles, Arts & Entertainment, Books & Tales, Heather Parish

by Heather Parish

“It is such happiness when good people get together—and they always do," says beloved novelist Jane Austen.
And what better time to take a bit of respite with like-minded folk than during the hubbub of the holidays? The Central Valley region of the Jane Austen Society of North America ("JASNA Cen Cal") will provide just such a respite by hosting A Jane Austen Tea and Holiday Celebration to honor Austen's 241st birthday and celebrate the Yuletide season.

Nov 2014 1

Kearney Renaissance Faire

2014 Articles, Arts & Entertainment, Heather Parish

by Heather Parish

You are cordially invited by His Majesty, Henry the VIII to visit the Shire of Kearney for the annual Kearney Renaissance Festival on Saturday, November 8, 2014 and Sunday, November 9, 2014 in Kearney Park, Fresno, CA. The weekend celebrates the harvest season weekend with jousters, soldiers, merchants, entertainers, and the visiting King Henry VIII and his court.

Jul 2014 30

Mrs. Park’s Rout transports the community to the past with a Regency-era dance!

2014 Articles, Heather Parish

by Heather Parish

Have you watched beautiful costume dramas like Sense and Sensibility and Pride and Prejudice and wondered what it would be like to go to a dance back then? Well, there is a terrific opportunity to do just that at Mrs. Parks’ Regency Rout on Saturday, August 2. The event is hosted by Period Entertainments and Recreational Costuming, Fresno.

Nov 2013 2

Kearney Renaissance Faire: A Weekend Full of Feasting, Merrymaking, and Fun for Everyone!

2013 Articles, Arts & Entertainment, Heather Parish

by Heather Parish

It isn’t Brigadoon, but it’s close. Springing up from the autumn mists for only one weekend will be an English village celebrating its harvest, including jousters, soldiers, merchants, entertainers and the visiting King Henry VIII and his court. They will arrive in Fresno’s Kearney Park November 9 and 10 for the 16th Annual Kearney Renaissance Festival, a benefit for the food pantry at Catholic Charities.

Jun 2013 8

In Her Own Words: Aileen Imperatrice–an artist with an intuitive vision

2013 Articles, Arts & Entertainment, Heather Parish

by Heather Parish

Aileen Imperatrice is devoted to her art. One of a handful of visual artists in Fresno County attempting to make a living strictly from her art, she'd have to be!
But Aileen is determined to make it work and works diligently booking art exhibits, cross promoting her work at ArtHops and galleries, and working alongside theater groups like the Rogue Performance Festival and The New Ensemble Theater Group to provide a visual arts element to their offerings.

Dec 2012 8

Fresno State’s University Theater presents The Elephant Man

2012 Articles, Arts & Entertainment, Heather Parish, Theatre

by Heather Parish

It is amazing how the things that inspired you as a young student can come back around to inspire you again as a mature artist. For Fresno State theater professor and director J. Daniel Herring, that’s the joy his current production, The Elephant Man has given.

Oct 2012 17

Boeing Boeing takes farcical flight at College of the Sequoias

2012 Articles, Heather Parish, Theatre

by Heather Parish

Boeing-Boeing at College of the Sequoias Theater is a robust farce that will lift your spirits. The classic 1960s French comedy by Marc Camoletti, which recently enjoyed successful Broadway and London revivals, presents fun characters, terrific design, and a lot of laughs for audiences in Visalia. The whole evening is one big belly laugh delivering just what you want from a farce- big characters, physical gags, and sophisticated sexual wit.

Jun 2012 5

Clybourne Park: Biggest Buzz for Best Play at the 2012 Tony Awards

2012 Articles, Arts & Entertainment, Heather Parish

by Heather Parish

As we inch our way toward the Tony Awards on Sunday, June 10, check out this article on one of the nominees this year!
There’s a reason you should know about Clybourne Park. The address 406 Clybourne Street has a special resonance in the American theater.

Apr 2012 6

Dancing with the Stars Recap: Season 14, Episode 3

2012 Articles, Heather Parish, TV

by Heather Parish

Sentiments ran high this week on Dancing With the Stars, as the dances revolved around each celebrity’s most memorable year. The stars told tales of their times of inspiration, loss, adversity and triumph. Some of the stars got so choked up that they had trouble answering hostess Brooke’s questions in the Celebriquarium! By the end of the program, feelings were laid bare, there were only 5 points between the high and low scores, and viewers were emotionally invested in Season 14. Cranky head judge Len Goodman proclaimed the entire night "Awesome!"