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Fame Doesn’t Mean You Can’t Have Fun

January 4, 2013 /

It is often assumed that prominent individuals in business or celebrities in the public eye fail to lead normal lives like the rest of us. This dehumanization almost makes it easier for the public to lay judgement upon famous people because they are perceived differently than the more average members of society. The reality is that fame does not mean that fun cannot be had, and by recognizing what these people do in their free time, they become more relatable and human.

Some famous people and their hobbies include:

• Mark Zuckerberg: the creator and CEO of Facebook, who is one of the world’s entrepreneur’s that the media is most intrigued by due to his low-key lifestyle, appears to enjoy traveling, and spending time with his dog and family at home.
• Reed Cagle: Skiing on Vail Mountain is the preferred activity of the Founder, CEO, and President of HEI Resources. As a Colorado resident, the mountains are in Reed Cagle’s backyard and it is a great way for the busy oil and gas industry entrepreneur to unwind.
• Justin Timberlake: the busy celebrity and entrepreneur is a musician and actor, a restaurant owner, fashion designer, and is involved with various other businesses. In his spare time he likes to golf, snowboard, and engage in other fitness-related activities, in addition to simply spending time at home with wife Jessica Biel.
• Quentin Tarantino: the movie mogul may be behind a wide variety of R-rated action flicks, but his favorite hobby is much more family-friendly. Tarantino enjoys collecting board games; specifically those that have a TV show theme.
• David Arquette: the actor may have given himself a “bad boy” image but his favorite hobby is certainly anything but. The actor, once married to Courtney Cox, likes to knit in his spare time.

The hobbies of famous people prove that while they may have made a big name for themselves in whatever business they’ve endeavored to be a part of, that they have the same basic interests and enjoy the types of things that everyone does. Take this into consideration next time you hear a news story about one of these celebrities, or anyone else that has found themselves in the limelight!

Actors, Actresses, Movies

Controversy surrounds ‘Zero Dark Thirty’

December 17, 2012 /

Kathryn Bigelow’s “Zero Dark Thirty” premieres this weekend, and the film is getting a ton of buzz. It’s also generating a ton of controversy around the torture scenes. Does the movie endorse torture in the context of the killing of Osama bin Laden, or does it instead reveal the horror of torture and the mistakes we made in reaction to 9/11?

Andrew Sullivan is one of the writers taking this issue on, and you can follow his blog for other reactions from around the web.

Directors, Movies

Studying Music Composition

December 17, 2012 /


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Many people have a desire to be a professional musician. However, there is no clear method to achieve this goal. The following steps will give you a sensible and realistic approach to making a living in this demanding field.

Research the Career Duties of a Professional Musician

Depending on your level of talent and the versatility you display, you may be suited for more than one area of musicianship. You may decide to play string instruments like the violin or guitar, brass instruments such as the trombone or trumpet, or many others. If you choose to become a composer, you can write music for movies, radio and television. There are now advanced music composition programs available for most computers.

If you decide on a career as a singer, you could perform soprano, baritone, tenor, bass, or contralto. Be prepared to audition on a regular basis. Performers encounter rejection in this profession, so one must possess a thick skin and a desire to never give up in order to succeed.

Learn to Play an Instrument

As with learning a foreign language, it is easier to learn to play an instrument at an early age. It would be advisable to join the school band and practice with friends in your spare time. Receiving instruction from a professional music tutor would be desirable, because a tutor can give personal instruction that you cannot receive in a school music class. Private piano teachers are very common and can be easily found in the newspaper or online. Practice performing in front of people. This will help you to develop a stage presence and eliminate any stage fright you may have.

Study at a Conservatory

Music conservatories offer training for young people who desire to be musicians and other types of performing artists. A conservatory can give you the chance to hone your skills and master the subtle nuances of your craft. An audition is normally required to be accepted into a conservatory.

Market Your Talents

Once you feel that you are experienced enough to begin your career as a professional musician, it is important to get your name out to the masses. You can start by performing in clubs that have an open mic night. Hiring an agent or manager can help to facilitate contact with people in the music industry. These people can be valuable in furthering your career. Produce a CD of your music and use online music forums to distribute your music to get the word out. You may choose to offer your musical services at weddings, parties, and school dances. Such exposure could cause people to hire you based on word of mouth. A recommendation from a friend or relative is the best form of advertising.

Music is a difficult way to make a living. The competition is fierce and the pay is often not very good. However, if you have enough talent and determination, you may be able to thrive where so many others have failed.

Entertainment

Helen Mirren interview

November 25, 2012 /

Helen Mirren has had a long and distinguished career, and she discusses it along with her new film “Hitchcock” in an excellent interview with The Daily Beast.

Earlier in her career, however, Mirren wasn’t treated so regally. After causing waves as a lascivious muse to an older painter in 1969’s Age of Consent, she was cruelly objectified by the British press for her looks and sensual onscreen persona. The coup de grâce came in 1975 when, during a TV interview with famed British host Michael Parkinson, she was subjected to a barrage of sexist comments and even told she projected a “sluttish eroticism.”

“It’s amazing, isn’t it?” she says. “You just had to put up with it. It was tough when I was younger; it was like an albatross on my back but I just found a way to navigate it. I thought, ‘They can think what they like and I’ll show them through the work that I do,’ which is what I did.”

Check out the video above and you’ll get a feel for her early career.

Actresses, Movies

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