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Author Archives: Shannon Carlin
The Black Swan Diet
Graceful and beautiful, strong but fragile, ballerinas are the epitome of elegance. But with this dichotomy also comes a much sadder reality. Body image issues like anorexia and bulimia, both taboos of the ballet world, make their way into the story and became a part of the Black Swan media storm. Continue reading
Posted in Dance
Tagged Alastair Macaulay, anorexia, ballet, Black Swan, bulimia, Natalie Portman, shannon carlin
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Two Fleas, One Williamsburg
Ask anyone, even Brian Williams, and they’ll tell you Williamsburg is home of the flea market. But the markets here aren’t your grandma’s flea markets. You won’t find that old bowling trophy or those 99-cent flip-flops. Unless there’s some sort … Continue reading
Posted in Culture, Fashion, Food
Tagged Artists and Fleas, brooklyn, The Brooklyn Flea, Williamsburg
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Post-Radiation Art in Japan
Japan is synonymous with Hello Kitty. That cute little face seems to be on everything from stationary to waffle irons. So when the Japan Society names their newest exhibition “Bye Bye Kitty!!!” it’s not just a play on words, it’s … Continue reading
Lady Gaga Takes Her Show to Capitol Hill
Lady Gaga, like many other celebrities, has set her sights on Capitol Hill. Continue reading
Posted in Music
Tagged gay marriage, Lady Gaga, shannon carlin
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Dope Jams, Good Times
For the last four years, Dope Jams has offered those in Clinton Hill a place to go to for good music and good vibes. The combination has made this old-school record store one of the few shops that has managed to survive the digital boom. Continue reading
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Tagged Clinton Hill, dance, Dope Jams, music, records
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