by Tim | Apr 22, 2025 | Critical Thinking, Writing
On April 22, 1889, history thundered across the plains as 50,000 settlers lined up for the Oklahoma Land Rush, ready to race into what was called the “Unassigned Lands.” At high noon, they surged forward on horseback, wagons, and foot—staking claims to over 2 million...
by Tim | Apr 21, 2025 | Acting, Music, Theatre, Writing
On this day in 1977, the musical Annie made its grand debut at the Alvin Theatre (now the Neil Simon Theatre) in New York City. Based on Harold Gray’s beloved comic strip Little Orphan Annie, the show introduced audiences to the heartwarming tale of a spirited...
by Tim | Apr 20, 2025 | Acting, Space, Television, Theatre, Writing
George Takei’s journey from a childhood marked by adversity to becoming a celebrated actor and activist is a testament to resilience and determination. Born in Los Angeles in 1937 to Japanese American parents, Takei’s early years were overshadowed by the...
by Tim | Apr 19, 2025 | Art, Critical Thinking, Writing
While the precise month or day remains unknown, it is widely accepted that Salvador Dalí painted The Persistence of Memory in 1931. This surrealist gem, instantly recognizable for its soft, melting clocks draped over eerie and dreamlike landscapes, stands as one of...
by Tim | Apr 18, 2025 | Critical Thinking, NEws, Radio, Writing
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s hard to imagine a day like April 18, 1930, when the BBC simply announced, “There is no news.” In an era where the news cycle is relentless, and information — whether good, bad, or indifferent — is constantly bombarding us,...
by Tim | Apr 17, 2025 | Acting, Blog, Critical Thinking, Theatre, Writing
On April 17, 1897, in the quiet town of Madison, Wisconsin, a literary legend was born. Thornton Niven Wilder would grow up to become one of America’s most treasured playwrights and novelists, known for capturing the beauty and fragility of everyday life with profound...
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