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Jonathan Tabbert | Artistic Director of Ballet Evolution

In the lead up to the debut of Ballet Evolution's newest show, Carnival of the Animals, I sat down with Artistic Director Jonathan Tabbert to discuss his vision, inspiration and unique venture into the collaborative unknown.

“Who in the World am I? Ah, That’s the Great Puzzle.”

I was recently speaking with a friend about our fathers. Like most conversations worth a damn, it was early in the morning and fueled by a couple pints of beer. My friend brought up a really solid point about my father that I’ve been thinking about ever since.

Happy Anniversary Darlin'! - Tales of an Uber Driver, Part Two

Throughout our lives, we acquire through experiences the understanding that some ideas are universal and key to the continuation of our existence. Love overcomes hate, good wins over evil, and in the case of adult relationships, intimacy is vital to survival.

Win a Southern Season Gift Basket (Plus a Kids' Cooking Class Recap)

Southern Season's Cooking School offers easy how-tos for the old and young; plus, enter to win a holiday gift basket worth $60!

Charleston Dive Bars: A Mini-Series of Philosophical Irrelevance

Part III: Cutty’s

Sexism, the Republican Debate, and Donald Trump

I watched the Republican Debate last night not only for entertainment value (drink every time someone mentions Ronald Reagan!), but also to stay informed. And also, honestly… out of pure confusion. How is Donald Trump ACTUALLY the front-runner to be the Republican Candidate for the upcoming Presidential Election?

An Unholy Night in the City of Churches

Guest blogger Tom Isaksen was visiting Charleston from his hometown of Sydney, Australia on the night of June, 17th when Dylann Roof viciously took the lives of nine members of Emanuel AME Church. Here, he remembers the horrifying event.

Meta Mag 4: Money

In the fourth issue of "Meta Mag," local artists and poets explore the theme of money.

Meet Victoria Honick

With this blog I aim to illustrate the lush variety of careers that we just never learn about in school. Hats off to all the lawyers, doctors, and bankers whose careers are so vital to our society but if you are like me the idea of a job that requires a suit and a neat bun sounds about as close to a nightmare as I can imagine for myself. I am insanely lucky to be able to be creative at work everyday and meet other women who do the same. So, with that said, meet Tory.

The Failures of US Public Schooling: Past and Present

As the community continues to advocate on behalf of the future of Burke High School, it's important to draw on the lessons of past educational movements and their failings.

VIDEO: Shepic Fail - Episode 4 | Man's Best Friend

In the season two premiere of Shepic Fail, watch as Shep Rose and Hunter Gardner learn the ins and outs of pet photography from PPA photographer Chris Martin.

Broe Talks Poe

Dancefx Charleston's executive director discusses upcoming Edgar Allan Poe–inspired dance concert

Don't Let the Door Hit You Where the Good Lord Split You

Oh no she didn't! After an Atlanta blog editor took Charleston to task for defending the city's honor, Devin Grant wrote a few words in reply.

Take Me to Church! Jim Avett Concert on Hallowed Ground

Joined by Finnegan Bell and Marci Shore, Jim Avett's sold-out show at The Society of St. Thomas & St. Denis was a celebration of song and storytelling for the young and young at heart.

The Pink Floyd Experience: THE Show For The Ultimate Pink Floyd Fan

Truth be told, I had my doubts about this band. It is no easy feat to take on the legendary lights, music, and theatrics of the band that made history with their intensely conceptual and psychedelic multimedia events. However, I was pleasantly surprised.

Restaurant Review: Prohibition (Zero out of 5 stars)

One would hope that a restaurant called "Prohibition" would be free of the alcoholic temptations and bedevilment that runs rampant in our city, but not even it is safe from the pervasive influence of the liquor traffickers.

The Subjectivity of Offensiveness

How political correctness is killing honesty and creativity

Rachel Kate Rocks Royal American on Loud Mouth Lookers Tour

Accompanied by tour mate Matt Woods, Muscle Shoals's Red Mouth, and Charleston's She Returns From War, Rachel Kate wowed the packed house at Royal American last Friday.

Those So-Called Christians

Instead of ranting on social media about prayer in schools or passing judgement on the beliefs of others, maybe it's time for so-called Christians to focus on the real issues.

What We Don't Have Time For

Snubbing a poet and beautiful verse is one thing. Snubbing leadership, history, and the way forward is another.

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