The Norman Transcript - Entertainment

Now playing at Robinson Crossing 6
By Andrew W. Griffin
pop writer
If you ever catch some of the rootsy, regional country music on certain radio stations in Oklahoma or Texas, there's a chance you've caught a song by the Scott Wiggins Band, a top-notch group from New Braunfels, Texas, that released an album in 2007, "Burn," and is still producing some stellar singles like "Perfect Way To Fall," currently in the Top 10 of the Texas Music chart.
'Forget and Not Slow Down' has plenty of hooks and heart
By Andrew W. Griffin
pop writer

Relient K
"Forget and Not Slow Down"
Mono vs. Stereo / Jive (2009)

There is an appealing urgency to Relient K's latest offering, "Forget and Not Slow Down."
A melodic rock guitar chord with a snappy snare kicks things off, then goes into an acoustic guitar before charging ahead as vocalist Matt Thiessen sings, "How many times / can I push it aside / is it time I befriended all the ghosts of all the things that haunt me most / so they leave me alone / move on with my life.
Soaring to Neverland
By Nanette Light
entertainment editor
Phil Gibson and Douglas Idlett hold the lifeline to the "Peter Pan" magic at the Sooner Theatre, literally.
As Aubrey Adams, the face of the theatre's "Peter Pan," which opens today, glides across the stage, arms outstretched before landing atop the mantle in the Darling children's bedroom during Act 1, the Gibson-Idlett duo are her flight operators off stage left.
Films playing at Warren Theatre
By Mary Anne Hempe
pop writer

"Ever Since the World Ended" debuted at the Los Angeles Film Festival in 2001 ... and nearly ended there.
Despite good reviews, the story of the survivors of a worldwide plague couldn't find a distributor when the festival concluded.
Films playing at Hollywood Spotlight 14
By Kelsey Martyn-Farewell
pop staff

"Rage" is an artsy, dramatic and darkly comedic mockumentary set backstage at a fashion show over the course of seven days.
A young student filmmaker and online blogger, Michelangelo, has gained access to this glamorous industry and set up a slew of interviews using his camera phone with people of all levels involved in the show -- from the investor to the designer and the seamstress.
Mainsite Gallery to host closing reception
pop staff

Mainsite Gallery, 122 E. Main St., will host a closing reception for an installation, "Unified Love Movement," by Oklahoma-born artists Garrison and Alison Buxton 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday.
Brooklyn-based Garrison and Alison own and operate Peripheral Media Projects, an art and design studio, as well as Ad Hoc Art, an art gallery and community hub.
Artist garage sale set for Saturday
pop staff

Dreamer Concepts Studio and Foundation, 324 E. Main St., will host an artist garage sale Saturday beginning at 9 a.m.
The foundation encourages shoppers to come early because artists from across the state have donated original pieces and prints, as well as art supplies.
Making her mark
By Nanette Light
entertainment editor
Kate Leary likes to joke that Taylor Swift is slowly crushing her dreams.
And when she read online about the country music star and John Mayer recording a duet, she had to walk away.
TNT Movie Geeks - New Moon
The Geeks review the low-vampire, high-abs "Twilight" sequel "New Moon."
En garde for OU drama
By Johnnie-Margaret McConnell
pop writer
Fear not young musketeers (and director). This lady owns no sword. I have no intent to create misery for you, but merely use my pen to review the play I saw.
Lee Neibert's direction of "The Three Musketeers" is full of details, especially within Mike Buchwald's costumes designs.
Making her mark
By Nanette Light
entertainment editor
Kate Leary likes to joke that Taylor Swift is slowly crushing her dreams.
And when she read online about the country music star and John Mayer recording a duet, she had to walk away.
Films playing at Hollywood Spotlight 14
NEW RELEASES:
· The Blind Side: The true story of a homeless teenager who is taken in by a well-to-do family that helps him fulfill his potential. PG-13
· Planet 51: American astronaut Capt.
Art in miniatures
Leslie Zinbi
special to pop

Tribes 131, 131 24th Ave. NW, showcases some of the country's most noted Native American Southwest artists in "Small Treasures for the Holidays."
This exhibit highlights gallery artists' creations in miniatures, ranging in size from 1-by-1 inch to a little larger.
A new Drew
By Mary Anne Hempe
pop writer
Despite her legendary theatrical genes, I never considered Drew Barrymore to be much of an actress. It seemed like all she really inherited was a famous name.
Sure, she was darling in "E.
Dear Santa...
By Andrew W. Griffin
pop writer

When it comes to shopping for holiday gifts, this music lover is always on the look for musically-related presents to give my loved ones.
If you are looking for some contemporary country music albums to give that special someone this holiday, here are a few suggestions.
Films playing at Warren Theatre
NEW RELEASES:
· Twilight: New Moon: After Bella recovers from the vampire attack that almost claimed her life, she looks to celebrate her birthday with Edward and his family. PG-13
· The Blind Side: The true story of a homeless teenager who is taken in by a well-to-do family that helps him fulfill his potential.
Hip hop hope is the sermon from upbeat rapper
By Doug Hill
pop writer

Brother Ali
"Us"
Rhymesayers Entertainment

Brother Ali's love for life is at the center of this soulful new disc.
Hip hop takes hits from all sides for being misogynistic, lacking musicality or glorifying materialism.
En guard for OU drama
By Johnnie-Margaret McConnell
pop writer
Fear not young musketeers (and director). This lady owns no sword. I have no intent to create misery for you, but merely use my pen to review the play I saw.
Lee Neibert's direction of "The Three Musketeers" is full of details, especially within Mike Buchwald's costumes designs.
Now playing at Robinson Crossing 6

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