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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1996
Page
9
Tim Robbins directs Dead Man Walking adapting Sister Helen Prejean's book about befriending a death row inmate before his execution. The piece notes the film's blunt, unflinching portrayal and the controversy it stirred within church and community groups as it raises moral questions.
Susan Sarandon won Best Actress for portraying Sister Helen, a devoted nun in a tough urban neighborhood who receives a letter from a death row inmate begging for guidance. She commits to helping him, aiming to save his life amid harsh realities.
The review contrasts skeins of justice and mercy as Sister Helen challenges a killer named Poncelet. The film recalls At Close Range with strong, fact based crime drama, portraying Poncelet’s scorn, hidden trust, and tearful moments amid a heat of intolerance and rage.
The New Castle Playhouse presents the Tony Award winning musical Caba ret on July 19 20 26 27 28 Aug 1 2 3 4 with 8 p.m. curtain weekdays and Saturdays except July 28 at 6 p.m. and August 4 at 2 p.m. Directed by Josef Long with tickets 7 for adults 6 seniors 4 students. Block tickets offered. call 658 7528 for info and 654 3437 for reservations.
The third annual Greater Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival runs Saturdays and Sundays from June 29 to July 21 at the Butler Farm Show Grounds. Hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. with battles, period entertainment, and skill games. Admission 9.95 for adults 5.95 for children 5 to 12. Under 5 free. Discount advance tickets via 282-2070.
Tony Janflone Jr and In Sync perform Sunday aboard the Gateway Clipper Fleet from 7 to 10 PM with a dock party until 10:30. Jars of Clay with Duncan Sheik perform Tuesday at Metropol at 8 PM. The Misfits Anthrax Cannibal Corpse play Sunday at I C Light Tent Station Square at 7:30 PM. Samplers Beer Festival at Miller Lite Riverplex Sandcastle July 5 to 7 begins 6 PM with over 100 beers. admission $10. Call 355-7980 or 391-1111 for tickets.
An American stop of a three city tour, Philadelphia hosts a first major overview of Paul Cezanne in over six decades. The Philadelphia Museum of Art presents his life work with works from 110 oils, 35 watercolors and 35 drawings, a collection augmented by Barnes Foundation holdings nearby. The show traces his evolution from early rebellious works to post impressionist and geometric explorations, highlighting critical praise from Picasso and Matisse while noting his controversial reception in his era.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art promotes the Cezanne show with timed ticketing, a Provencal menu in the museum restaurant and an East Terrace tent buffet. A Friday concert series features French music at 7 p.m. with $10 admission. A package including dinner, concert, and exhibit is $50. Amtrak cuts to Philadelphia fares run until Sept. 1. Advanta sponsors the Philadelphia exhibit.
Ken Double Trouble Trav reports a Coca-Cola Star Lake Amphitheatre show by Travis Tritt and Marty Stuart. The duo delivered an hour each of old favorites and new releases with stage glitter and energetic guitar work. Fans stood and cheered through hits like Honky Tonkin and Shake That Thing.
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