Album from the Vaults:
David Wilcox, “The Nightshift Watchman”: The first album of the prolific folk songwriter. The musician comes to The ArtsCenter Monday, so in honor of his tenure and impending visit, we recommend his debut record.
Movie from the Vaults:
“Howl”: Not exactly something from a “vault” of any kind, but definitely about an old school scene. James Franco plays Allen Ginsberg in this film (which is available on Hulu for free). The film follows Ginsberg in a documentary format in which a series of interviews are conducted. The movie is laced with animated depictions of the controversial poem, as well as cut-scenes to the trial that redefined obscenity. Give it a watch.
Events:
Friday, July 1
Lizh Record Release Party
Cat’s Cradle | Lizh, a native of New York City who now calls North Carolina her home, will be celebrating the upcoming release of her first studio album. An experienced artist when it comes to taking the stage, as she was named 2010 National Poetry Awards Latin Poet of the Year, Lizh looks to make Friday night an eventful one.
9 p.m., $7
Mr. Diplomat
DSI Comedy Theater | Catch one of the more innovative series in improv comedy yet again this weekend for those in need of a late-night helping of fun. Mr. Diplomat features the spit-fire improvisational acting of funny true stories geared to give any audience pleasure ranging from the absurd to down-right hilarious.
10:30 p.m., Free
Saturday, July 2
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