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I'ts not just manic-depressives, class clowns and the extremely observant who are taking the stand-up stages in town; a good portion of those performing are local writers. --- The ability to come up with something from nothing is a fine asset to have, but more people with a gift for penning their comedic gold before it hits a microphone are taking local clubs by storm.
Why would any chef take their typical Monday night off when Valrhona Chocolate comes to town? The answer: They wouldn't dare miss this French chocolatier’s Salt Lake City appearance.
One of the oldest forms of entertainment is storytelling, a simplistic presentation based around the concept that anyone who has lived has a story to tell. --- It's that very concept that helped influence The Porch, the monthly narrative-performance showcase that has dominated Muse Music Cafe with sold-out crowds that rival those of live-music concerts and has sparked a strong following from the Provo college crowd.
While President Barack Obama has squared off against the NRA in seeking gun regulations at home, he’s agreed with the organization in helping to have the United States stall a global treaty regulating the $70 billion international arms trade.---
Provo, it seems, always has the capacity to surprise. Not only is it a little town with a big musical heart, it's also the nation's leader when it comes to Republicans' and Tea Partiers' enthusiasm for flirting.---
