In Anna Rohl’s recent review of Man of La Mancha (Full disclosure: I was the sound designer for this show, although I was not part of the run crew), Rohl brought up some legitimate, serious criticisms of the production. I agree with Rohl’s charge that the show’s violent rape scene and ongoing depictions of violence against women seemed incongruous with the comedic elements of the rest of the play. However, I’d like to raise a new question: who is at fault for producing this interpretation?
Read moreConviction and a Call to Action
If Chapel were as honest, moving, engaging, and convicting as “The Conversations on Race” series, I can truthfully say I would never use my skips. Michelle Higgins’ powerful presentation on “The Rich Heritage and Theology of Black Gospel Music,” along with Christina Edmondson on “Paul and a Polarized Nation,” and the panel on ethnic reconciliation shed a tremendous amount of truth on our campus concerning both historical and current race relations with a special focus on the body of believers.
Read moreHow Much is My Fault?
We have been having and hearing many conversations about race and discrimination recently. I do believe these conversations must happen, but I still don’t always know what to do with them. How much of the problem is my fault?
Read morePugh Review: City Café Diner
It’s not all that. There I said it. Don’t stone me. After three years of going on late night trips for slices of cake big enough to feed a family of four, I can now publicly express the truth. Yes, it is a Chattanooga classic. No, it is not good food.
Read moreRacial Reconciliation
A few weeks ago Professor Weichbrodt gave people a chance to write, in six words or less, their feelings and experiences with race. People then had the chance to come together and talk to one another, in small groups, about six pre-selected cards.
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