Barney’s Version
Paul Giamatti’s performance in "Barney’s Version" has ‘Oscar’ written all over it. It’s too bad the film itself isn’t award-worthy.
Feb 18th, 2011 by Mark MetcalfWisconsin Assembly GOP calls session early to block debate
Democrats told of 5:00 start: GOP calls order at 4:55 and tries to rush vote. Majority Leader Fitzgerald: "I didn't think you would come."
Feb 18th, 2011 by Patti WenzelJesse Jackson attends protests; Assembly Dems plan amendments
The siege on Madison continues as national unions, MPS teachers and Jesse Jackson come out to protest the loss of collective bargaining.
Feb 18th, 2011 by Patti WenzelSetapen spectacular in Mendelssohn Violin Concerto
Carlo Rizzi, in his MSO debut, impresses with Stravinsky and Shostakovich.
Feb 18th, 2011 by Tom StriniThe Meaning of Matthew” at UWM
In 1998, Matthew Shepard was killed because of his sexual orientation. Today, Judy Shepard uses her son's story to educate others about equality and compassion.
Feb 18th, 2011 by Kathy NicholsMilwaukee Chamber Orchestra explores transformation
Schoenberg's Romantic Transfigured Night, Rolf Martinsson's tribute to that work, and Respighi's Romanticized Baroque on Sunday's bill.
Feb 18th, 2011 by Michael BarndtSenate Democrats don’t show, stall vote on Walker’s budget repair bill
State Democratic Senators demand Walker remove language that ends collective bargaining before they will return to floor for a vote.
Feb 17th, 2011 by Patti WenzelPhotos from Madison, UWM
UPDATED: TCD has reporters and photographers in both Madison and at UWM. Here are dramatic images from both. Feel free to share - just source us.
Feb 17th, 2011 by Third Coast DailyProtesters descend on Madison
TCD's Ryan Findley with pictures and thoughts on Wednesday's protests and an overview of today's likely events.
Feb 17th, 2011 by Ryan FindleyPlan your death well
Dr. Bruce Wilson joins Mark again this week, with advice about planning your death, and the potential consequences if you don't.
Feb 17th, 2011 by Mark MetcalfVaudeville, from Danceworks and a real character
Danceworks Performance Company and Kelly Anderson put on a thoroughly modern old-time show.
Feb 17th, 2011 by Tom StriniGuest conductor Carlo Rizzi
Italian conductor, long ensconced in Cardiff, Wales, makes his MSO debut.
Feb 17th, 2011 by Tom Strini