I still remember Quartett. I still remember how, even though I tried researching the story it was based on (Le Liaisons Dangereuses) I still was confused by the story. I remember how it was like a freakshow; wild, avant-garde, and quite edgy, and still (and probably because of this) I loved it. I loved its play between Valmont and the Marquise, not knowing who was playing who. (Valmont said he was a woman, which confused me.) I loved its lighting, its use of rock and rap (seeing Valmont rap was hilarious and fascinating) and its minimalistic yet striking sets.

 After arriving at the theater, I realized the place in itself was a real beauty. It looked a bit run down but in a classy, timeless way rather than dirty and unkempt. As the performance began I noticed that there were five actors which contrasts the traditional two actors that play four roles. Additionally, the fifth actor played a fifth role which was not seen in the original script. His exact purpose still remains fuzzy to me, but he seemed to be the ice breaker, the comedian, the entertainer.

   In the question and answer session after the production of CIVIL warS Wilson stated, “The audience has the same role as the author, the director or the actor.

  Taking Devorah’s advice and spare ticket, I decided to attend a comedy show at the Upright Citizen’s Brigade on the west side. My sister has been going to the UCB for years, but never successfully convinced me to attend. In part, I decided to attend because I needed to rack up some independent cultural events and because the show was specifically geared towards college humor. During high school I studied improvisation, which has certainly come in handy these last years.

I do not know if everyone considers film an art, but I definitely do. If art is self-expression, it is the director, the screenwriter, and everyone else apart of the movie's team that is attempting to convey a message. If I had to pick any movie that convey an amazing message, Rent would be at the top of my list. Rent is my favorite film I have seen to date. A musical set in 1989-1990 New York City, this film details one year in the life of eight friends. Seven of which who are non-conformists, struggle with the hardships of life--poverty, hunger, drugs, and even AIDS.