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A few months ago, I went to a local restaurant's funeral. Today, I attended a birth.
Ace, whose motto is "Eat • Serve," is a new, highly-anticipated restaurant from three very successful local now-officially-restauranteurs. It's got a delightfully tacky, yet refined aura and it's primarily in the business of cooking and serving inexpensive Asian and Asian-inspired food. By square foot, though, one could argue it's equally as invested in its table tennis backroom; a dozen-ish tables are available by the hour and will make waiting for a dinner table on a busy night much more tolerable.
Today, they opened for the whole wide world at 11 a.m., and at 11:02 a.m., I walked in and became Ace's first real customer. They were as delighted to tell me of this distinction as I was to receive it. I love Ace's sister and next-door neighbor restaurant, Steuben's Food Service, and was intrigued by the new concept.
The space is in an old, truly massive garage (isn't every new restaurant nowadays?) and sits on a busy Uptown corner. The cavernous space has been smartly divided into an outside area (with Phoenix-style misters), a drinking bar, a foodservice bar, a dining room, and, of course, the ping-pong hall in the back. The whole place is expertly designed and instantly attractive. You don't feel like you're in an airplane hangar, but it could have easily felt that way.
I asked the hostess for a seat with a good view of the action. At 11:04 a.m., I ordered a highball cocktail with some gin, grapefruit juice, and mint. It was a great morning drink, and it was strong, Steuben's-style. At around 11:20 a.m., the slightly later early-adopters started to pour in. I'm sure the place will be swamped when the weekend arrives.
I ordered a char siu pork bun ($4), shrimp dumplings ($5), kimchi ($2), and Chinese broccoli with oyster sauce ($5). Each was from a different section of the menu. I knew they'd be concerned with a million things on opening day, so I just told the server to bring things when they were ready.
About halfway through my meal, and after I'd had a chance to try all the items, a man stopped by my table to say hello and ask how things were. "Great!" I chirped, not wanting to be that guy who's an obnoxious giver of advice to professionals. But this gentleman, who turned out to be Jeff, the GM, specifically asked for feedback. What a guy! The necessity for and value of immediate feedback from customers is crucial, I think, with a new place, and it was obvious he wanted actual feedback, not congratulatory platitudes. As an excited and experienced diner who's proud of Denver's foodscape, I appreciate that more than almost anything. So here's what I told him, combined with what I should have told him if I'd thought of it at the time.
The food will no doubt improve—probably swiftly. The servers will remember to tell people what the two mystery condiments are and the menu typos will disappear.
I think the problem of the shrimp dumplings—which Jeff admitted were one of the most difficult items—can be solved creatively with a little roaming dim-sum cart. It would be manned by one person and would serve the menu's four dim-sum dishes seconds after they're prepared. The roaming cart could easily fit through the dining room's wide alleyways and its driver could leave a little token or sign or slip at the table, indicating to the waiter that another item should be billed. For people with no dim-sum experience, that would be an exciting treat, and it would help inch the average check up, too.
Ace will be a winner. In table tennis, that's definitional, actually: an ace is always a winner.
I think seriously and often about my own future restaurant, so it was fascinating to attend this opening, just as it was to attend the last day of service at Encore. The pride was evident at both places, but the sadness about Encore's unrealized potential was mirrored today by the green ambition at Ace.


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The couple were first spotted together in May of 2013 when they attended a New York Rangers game together.
They also rang in the New Year together while visiting Thailand and Vietnam. However, Anne V and Matt Harvey split after hitting a recent rough patch in their relationship, which they obviously couldn't work through.
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020 3327 0761, www.railbookers.com.
1-800-408-3280 or www.us.railbookers.com.
1300 971 526, www.railbookers.com.au.
0800 002 034 or see website.
What is the Venice Simplon Orient Express & where does it run?
The Venice Simplon Orient Express (VSOE) is a privately-run train of beautifully-restored 1920s, 30s & 50s coaches, providing a classic luxury train experience between London, Paris, Innsbruck, Verona & Venice. The journey from London to Venice takes 24 hours and costs £1,990 per person one way, including meals. It's actually two trains, a historic British Pullman train from London to Folkestone and a Continental train of classic 1920s sleeping-cars from Calais to Paris & Venice. The Venice Simplon Orient Express runs on its main London-Paris-Venice route roughly once a week between March & November, but it also runs occasional trips to Rome, Krakow, Budapest and even Istanbul (once a year, in August). It is run by Venice Simplon Orient Express (VSOE) Limited, part of Belmond, who also operate the equally luxurious Eastern & Oriental Express from Singapore to Bangkok, the Royal Scotsman cruise train and the PeruRail trains to Machu Picchu. The VSOE should not be confused with the real Orient Express, the true descendant of the original 1883 Orient Express, a regular scheduled train which was finally withdrawn on 12 December 2009, see here for an explanation. But if you can afford it, the Venice Simplon Orient Express is the most romantic and luxurious way to reach Venice, and its vintage carriages are a piece of history in themselves. The food & on-board service are truly world class. Unlike many expensive tourist experiences, this train really does live up to its five-star and you won't be disappointed.
Orient Express schedule & prices
Is it really worth £1,990 per person?
What's a trip the Orient Express like?
Run by the same people: Eastern & Oriental Express Royal Scotsman
Orient Express timetable & departure dates...
London ► Paris ► Venice
Venice ► Paris ► London
Venice Simplon Orient Express
See dates below
Venice Simplon Orient Express
See dates below
London Victoria depart:
10:45 day 1
Venice Santa Lucia depart:
10:57 day 1
Paris Gare de l'Est arrive:
21:17 day 1
Verona Porta Nuova depart:
13:00 day 1
Paris Gare de l'Est depart:
21:44 day 1
Innsbruck depart:
17:46 day 1
Innsbruck arrive:
11:42 day 2
Paris Gare de l'Est arrive:
08:22 day 2
Verona Porta Nuova arrive:
16:03 day 2
Paris Gare de l'Est depart:
09:29 day 2
Venice Santa Lucia arrive:
17:56 day 2
London Victoria arrive:
17:30 day 2
Departure dates 2014, southbound from London to Venice...
2014: No departures in January or February. March 20, 27; April 3, 10, 13, 17, 24; May 1, 11, 15, 18, 22, 29; June 8, 12, 19, 22, 26; July 10, 17, 24; August 14, 21; September 18, 21, 28; October 5, 9, 12, 16, 26, 30; November 2, 6. Then no departures until March 2015.
Departure dates 2015, southbound from London to Venice...
2015: No departures in January or February. March 22, 26; April 9, 16, 19, 23; May 3, 17, 24, 28; June 14, 18, 28; July 2, 9, 16; August 13, 20; September 17, 20, 24, 27; October 4, 8, 14, 18, 25, 29; November 5. Then no departures until March 2016.
Departure dates 2014, northbound from Venice to London...
2014: No departures in January or February. March 19, 26; April 2, 9, 12, 16, 23, 30; May 17, 21, 24, 28; June 11, 18, 21; July 9, 16, 23; August 13, 20; September 17, 20, 24, 27; October 8, 18, 29; November 1, 5. Then no departures until March 2015.
Departure dates 2015, northbound from Venice to London...
2015: No departures in January or February. March 21, 25; April 8, 15, 18, 22; May 6, 13, 16, 27; June 13, 17, 24, 27; July 1, 8, 15; August 12, 19; September 19, 23, 26; October 7, 17, 28, 31; November 4. Then no departures until March 2016y.
Day trips & dinner trips
Orient Express fares...
One-way per person sharing a 2-berth
London to Venice
London to Paris
Paris to Venice
These prices assume that there's two of you and you share a 2-berth sleeper. If you're a solo traveller, sole occupancy from London to Venice costs £3,290 in 2014 or £3,390 in 2015. How to buy tickets.
Can a 24 hour train ride to Venice be worth £2,000 per person?
The Man in Seat Sixty-One says: "I have to admit that I doubted any 24 hour train journey could be worth that. But I had to change my mind after a journey from London to Verona on the VSOE. It can! I thought I knew what to expect, but the Venice Simplon Orient Express exceeded all my expectations, in terms of the superbly restored historic coaches, the excellent and plentiful food, the beautiful Alpine scenery and the five star but surprisingly unpretentious service from the train's staff. In fact, I got more than I bargained for on that trip to Verona in 2003. Nicolette and I boarded the train with nothing planned or premeditated, but it weaved its very special magic. Our future son's name was decided at night in our sleeper somewhere in France, and next day as the VSOE headed through the Brenner Pass in driving October snow we accidentally got engaged... And here I am, a wife, mortgage and two kids later. I'd be the first to point out that the VSOE is strictly-speaking not the 'original' Orient Express as there's no such thing, but this is one beautifully-restored and truly historic train, superbly run and an utter pleasure to travel on. If you can afford it, this is one train you shouldn't miss."
Should you choose a southbound or northbound trip?
Either is great. The northbound journey tends to be less popular, so often has better availability and sometimes better rates. But personally, the British Pullman train is the hors d'oeuvre, the Continental Wagons-Lits train is the main course, and I feel the journey works best this way round. And the arrival in Venice over the causeway is a fitting climax. You'll also see more of the Arlberg Pass in daylight in the morning from a southbound train than (depending on the time of year) in the evening from a northbound train.
One-way Orient Express, one-way by 200mph high-speed TGV & Eurostar...
If you only take the Orient Express one way, don't fly the other. Just take Eurostar from London to Paris in 2 hours 15 minutes, have lunch at the amazing Train Bleu restaurant inside Paris Gare de Lyon, then take the afternoon high-speed TGV between Paris and Turin or Milan, a comfortable and scenic journey through the French Alps, see the video & photos here, arriving in the evening. Stay overnight in Turin or Milan, and next morning, take a train from Turin or Milan to Venice in just a few hours. This works equally well in the other direction. See the London to Italy by train page for all you need to know. For the ultimate scenic ride between London & Venice, take Eurostar & a TGV-Lyria to Zurich on day 1, then take the wonderful narrow-gauge Bernina Express through the Swiss Alps to Tirano with connections for Venice on day 2, see the Bernina Express page. You can easily arrange this yourself, or you can ask custom-made tour agency www.railbookers.com to arrange both your Orient Express trip and your scheduled trains and suggest some excellent hotels in Venice.
If you can't afford the trip to Venice, how about a Pullman day trip?
The VSOE's British Pullman cars run a programme of day-trips, dinner trips and excursions around the British Isles, typically £195-£395 per person. Venice Simplon Orient Express Ltd also owns a set of more modern cars dating from the 1970s which is used on Northern Belle excursions in the north of England.
Orient Express departures to Krakow, Budapest, Prague, Rome & Istanbul...
As well as its regular London-Paris-Venice route, the Venice Simplon Orient Express runs occasional departures to Krakow, Vienna, Budapest, Prague, Rome and even to Istanbul (departing Paris on 29 August 2014, returning from Istanbul on 5 September 2014), see www.orient-expresstrains.com or call Railbookers.
How to buy tickets for the Orient Express...
Option 1, call www.railbookers.com...
Train travel specialists www.railbookers.com often have special rates for the Venice Simplon Orient Express and they can also arrange hotels and scheduled European train travel, to create a trip customised to your own requirements - for example Eurostar & high-speed TGV-Lyria from London to Zurich, 1 night at the superb Hotel Schweizerhof (introduced to me by Railbookers, and now a personal favourite), onward travel through the Alps via the wonderfully scenic Gotthard Pass route to Venice, 3 nights 4-star hotel in Venice, then by fabulous Venice Simplon Orient Express from Venice to London, all from around £2,200 per person. Railbookers take good care of their clients, and I highly recommend them:
In the UK call 020 3327 0761, or see www.railbookers.com.
In the US or Canada call 1-800-408-3280 toll-free, www.us.railbookers.com.
In Australia call 1300 971 526 toll-free or see www.railbookers.com.au.
In New Zealand call 0800 002 034 toll-free or see their New Zealand website.
Option 2, book at www.orient-expresstrains.com...
Alternatively, you can book at www.orient-expresstrains.com, which is Belmond's own site. If you feel like packing some lucky loved one off to Paris or Venice, you can buy Orient Express gift certificates.
'Double cabin' versus 'suite cabin': The Venice Simplon Orient Express uses classic 1929-built 'LX' sleeping-cars with ten compartments, each fitted with an upper and lower berth convertible to a sofa for daytime use. Adjacent pairs of compartments have an interconnecting door. 'Suite cabin' simply means occupying two adjacent compartments with the interconnecting door locked open, giving you twice the floorspace, two washstands (his and hers?) and two lower beds rather than an upper and lower (or an upper and lower berth in one compartment, a sofa in the other, it's your call!). In other words, it is not a different type of compartment, it is simply two compartments used as a suite. Incidentally, 'cabin' is an incorrect term for a sleeper compartment on a train, ships have cabins, trains have compartments!
What's a journey on the Venice-Simplon-Orient Express like?
The Venice Simplon Orient Express consists of two separate trains, a British Pullman train from London to Folkestone and a Continental sleeping-car train from Calais to Venice. You must check in an hour before departure at the Orient Express lounge on platform 2 at Victoria Station, where your heavy bags are taken and put in the baggage van. Make sure you retain an overnight bag with everything necessary for the journey.
(1) The British Pullman from London to Folkestone...
After checking in at the Orient Express lounge on platform 2 at Victoria station, you board the train of restored British Pullman cars dating from the late 1920s, 30s and 50s bound for Folkestone. The Pullman cars consist of plush armchairs in open saloons, arranged as intimate 'tables for two' each side of the aisle. Most cars also have one or two private enclosed 4-seat compartments at the end which can be requested if you'd prefer privacy. It's strange how 80 years of ergonomics haven't produced anything as luxuriously comfortable as a 1920s Pullman seat! The train leaves London Victoria platform 2 around 09:55 on most Thursdays and some Saturdays between March & November. Champagne is served immediately after departure, followed by an excellent early lunch with wine served by the steward in charge of each car (lunch & drinks on the UK Pullman train included in the fare). The train follows one of the original 'boat train' routes (there were in fact several) through the Kent countryside to Folkestone. www.orient-expresstrains.com features a brief history of the career of each individual VSOE Pullman Car, worth checking as the history is fascinating, many of the cars having links with famous Pullman trains or even famous people. Some cars were used on the 'Golden Arrow' boat train between London & Dover, others on the 'Brighton Belle' between London & Brighton, a couple were used on Winston Churchill's funeral train, and so on... If one car particularly interests you, by all means request it!
Lunch on the British Pullman train from London to Folkestone. The food & wine are excellent, and the service friendly and down-to-Earth...
Boarding Pullman car Perseus on platform 2 at London's Victoria station. Each Pullman car has unique decor, and a unique history.
Civilisation! An intimate table for two in Pullman car Zena...
Just desserts...
(2) Crossing the Channel...
The Pullman train terminates at Folkestone West, a small station just west of Folkestone Central - it ceased going down the steep branch line to Folkestone Harbour station in 2007. At Folkestone West passengers transfer to a waiting fleet of executive road coaches, on which drinks are served. The coaches cross the Channel somewhat un-authentically on board a vehicle-carrying Eurotunnel shuttle train though the Channel Tunnel. But it's quick and soon forgotten. At Calais, the coaches drive off the shuttle train at the Eurotunnel terminal and head for Calais Ville station. Calais Maritime station, where the ferries originally arrived to connect with the trains to Paris and beyond, was closed and tarmacked over in 1994 following the start of Eurostar services via the Channel Tunnel.
(3) The Continental train from Calais to Paris, Innsbruck, Verona & Venice...
At Calais Ville, the continental train of restored 1920s Wagons-Lits sleeping-cars is waiting to take you onwards to Paris, Innsbruck, Verona and Venice. The sleeping-cars, almost all superb 1929-vintage LX-series cars, have 1 & 2-bed compartments that convert to private sitting rooms with sofa and coffee table for daytime use. There are not one but two or sometimes three dining cars, each with individual design and decoration. One features Lalique crystal decor (my personal favourite), another Chinese motifs. Different meal sittings are served in each - I recommend trying all of them, as each is unique. There's also a bar car, complete with armchairs and a grand piano, although neither bar nor piano were historically a feature of the Orient Express! Meals and afternoon tea are included in the fare, but drinks are extra on the Continental train. Reckon on over £15 for a (very good!) half bottle of wine. www.orient-expresstrains.com features a brief history of the career of each individual sleeping-car. Keeping it real: Guests (especially Americans) often express surprise that there are no showers or en suite toilets on such a luxury train, and no air-conditioning either. But of course there aren't! These are genuine restored 1920s sleeping and restaurant cars, the sleepers feature a washstand with hot and cold running water as they would have done in the 1920s & 30s and if you want cooling, open a window! En suite showers and air-con are modern innovations, and have no place on this historic train.
The Orient Express continental train boarding at Calais. Each sleeper has its own sleeper attendant, immaculately uniformed.
Dinner on the Orient Express in one of the continental train's 3 ex-Wagons-Lits Co. restaurant cars. This one features Chinese-inspired decoration.
Near right: A 2-berth compartment in one of the Orient Express's 1929-vintage LX-series sleeping-cars, in daytime mode with sofa folded out...
Far right: The same compartment in night mode with the two beds folded out, blind down and ladder in place. Probably the most comfortable bed I've slept in on any train worldwide...
Compare these pictures with the 'day' and 'night' pictures of the 'LX' sleepers' direct replacement, the 1964-1974 'MU' sleepers, at the top of the sleeper page.
Incidentally, trains don't have sterns or bows, or port or starboard. They also don't have cabins, as they are not a ship! The correct term is 'compartment', not cabin.
Lunch in the restaurant car: There are two or three restaurant cars on the Orient Express continental train, each with a unique interior. This one features Lalique décor, my favourite...
Each compartment has a washstand - there are no showers on a 1920s train!
A dark suit is essential, but the majority of passengers bring a dinner jacket...
Breakfast is served in your compartment....
The Orient Express snakes through the Arlberg Pass...
Is the Venice Simplon Orient Express the original Orient Express? See the Orient Express history page
No. Because there is no such thing as the 'original' Orient Express. The Orient Express was a service, not a specific set of coaches. The Orient Express used different rolling stock at different times in its history, and it required more than one set of coaches to operate. For example, in the 1920s and 30s the Simplon Orient Express linked Calais/Paris with Istanbul every day, taking 3 nights to reach Istanbul - so on any given night there would have been three Simplon Orient Expresses heading east, and another three heading west, so the Wagons-Lits Company needed at least six separate sets of carriages to operate the service. In fact, by the 1930s there were several different Orient Express routes, including the Orient Express, Simplon Orient Express, Arlberg Orient Express and Oostende-Vienna Orient Express, all taking different routes and switching sleeping-cars between them at key interchange points such as Vienna or Belgrade. Indeed, the Wagons-Lits Company (the company which ran the Orient Express) operated sleeping-cars and restaurant-cars all over Europe, both as exclusive all-luxury trains and as the sleeper and diner service attached to regular trains. Furthermore, most of the sleeping-cars on today's VSOE are prestigious 1929-built 'LX' series cars which were not generally used all the way to Istanbul, at least not on the Calais-Istanbul or Calais-Athens sleeper routes. If you'd travelled from Calais to Istanbul on the Simplon Orient Express in the 1930s you'd have travelled in an 'S' class car built in 1927, with slightly smaller compartments than the 'LX' cars, and lacking the intricate wood marquetry decoration that distinguishes the more glamorous 'LX'. In the 1950s and 60s, you'd probably have travelled in a newer 'Z' class sleeping-car which replaced the 'S' types on those routes after World War 2. VSOE do in fact own a couple of 'S' class sleepers but they tend to use these as back-ups or as single-bed sleepers for solo travellers because of their smaller compartments.
...is it the one that stopped running in 1977? Was it restored & put back into service?
Not exactly! It is sometimes suggested that the 'original' Orient Express made its last run in 1977, and was taken out of service, then bought and restored and put back in service as today's Venice Simplon Orient Express. VSOE's marketing department don't disabuse you of this notion! Again, this is some way from the truth. The Simplon Orient Express (which ran daily, with direct sleeping-cars from Calais and Paris to Istanbul) was replaced in 1962 by a slower train called the Direct Orient Express, which offered direct sleeper service from Paris to Istanbul just three times a week. The Direct Orient Express was almost entirely composed of ordinary seating and couchette cars belonging to the various State-run national railways along the route, with just one 'Z' type sleeping-car (a type of car not owned by VSOE) going through to Istanbul, still staffed by the Wagons-Lits Company. The last Direct Orient Express left Paris Gare de Lyon at 23:56 on 19 May 1977 (in fact a little late, on 20th May). But although the end of the Direct Orient meant the end of direct trains between Paris and Istanbul, it didn't mean the end of the (plain) 'Orient Express'. This was a separate train on a different route, linking Paris-Munich-Vienna-Budapest-Bucharest, originally conveying thrice-weekly through sleepers to Istanbul which were combined at Belgrade with the Simplon Orient Express cars from Calais and Paris which had come via Venice (these Istanbul cars ceased in the early 1960s). This (plain) Orient Express was indeed the true descendant of the very first 1883 Orient Express which took a similar route, and it continued in one form of another until it's withdrawal in December 2009, by which time it had evolved into a Strasbourg to Vienna EuroNight sleeper train, run by the Austrian Railways with modern air-conditioned seats, couchettes and a 1980s-built sleeping-car. It had been cut back in 2007 from running Paris to Vienna when the Paris-Strasbourg TGV-Est high-speed line opened. All is explained on the Orient Express history page.
...so what exactly is the VSOE?
In 1977, a number of classic pre-war Wagons-Lits Company sleeping-cars and restaurant cars were offered for sale at an auction in Monte Carlo. James Sherwood of Sea Containers Inc bought most of them, with the dream of restoring them and recreating a 'Train de Luxe' for modern-day travellers on part of the route of the fabled Simplon Orient Express. He subsequently acquired a series of 1920s and 1930s Pullman cars for the London-Folkestone part of the operation. Most of the VSOE's Continental sleeping-cars are of the 1929 'LX' type, these were the Wagons-Lits Company's most prestigious sleeping-cars, and they originally ran on all sorts of front-rank Wagons-Lits Company trains all over Europe, including the 'Train Bleu' from Calais and Paris to Nice & Monte Carlo, the 'Nord Express' from Paris to Berlin, Warsaw & Riga, and the 'Rome Express' from Calais/Paris to Rome. The Calais to Trieste sleeping car attached to the Simplon Orient Express would have been an 'LX', even if the Calais-Istanbul and Calais-Athens cars would have been slightly older 'S' types. Today's tourist-orientated VSOE has been running since 1982, London-Paris-Venice once a week from March to November. Although it is a 'resumption' of the Orient Express more in spirit than in terms of historical accuracy (for example, there were no bar cars with pianos in the 1930s!), the VSOE has superbly-restored pre-war carriages, top-class food and service, and it has now become an institution in it own right. Don't miss your chance to ride it!
Scenery from the Orient Express: See Arlberg Pass video See Brenner Pass video
In spite of its name, the Venice Simplon Orient Express no longer uses the Simplon Tunnel between Switzerland and Italy, but is routed overnight from Paris Gare de l'Est via Basel to Zurich, then through the scenic Arlberg Pass to Innsbruck, through the almost equally scenic Brenner Pass to Verona and on to Venice. You'll probably wake up in Switzerland just east of Zurich, and when you put up the blind you'll see the sun glinting off the sparkling waters of the Zurichsee then Walensee lakes with a beautiful mountain backdrop. A knock on your door, and the steward brings fresh croissant, fruit juice and excellent coffee to your compartment. The train cuts across a few miles of Liechtenstein before crossing into Austria via the spectacularly scenic Arlberg Pass (see the photos below). The railway hugs the valley wall, snaking along the mountain sides. After Innsbruck the train turns south through the equally scenic Brenner Pass from Austria into Italy to reach Verona, past snowy peaks, hilltop fortresses and Italian vineyards. Turning east again, the train reaches Venice Mestre on the mainland, then rumbles slowly over the causeway with anticipation building, finally arriving at Venice Santa Lucia terminus on the very shores of the Grand Canal in central Venice, walking distance from the Rialto Bridge and St Mark's Square... See the Arlberg Pass scenery video & Brenner Pass scenery video - although both videos were shot from regular scheduled trains rather than from the VSOE, they show the scenery you'll see from your Wagons-Lits aboard the Venice Simplon Orient Express over the wonderful Zurich-Innsbruck and Innsbruck-Verona sections).
When you wake and lift the blind, the Orient Express is running alongside the shores of the Zürichsee in Switzerland, then along the Walensee...
The train cuts across Liechtenstein, passing non-stop through the little station at Schaan-Liechtenstein...
Mountain scenery and snowy peaks all the way, as the Orient Express crosses into Austria then snakes through the fabulous Arlberg Pass, hugging the mountainside...
Turning right at Innsbruck, the Orient Express now heads south to Italy via the Brenner Pass...
...Look out for hilltop fortresses, churches with pointy steeples, and vineyards...
Watch the video...
This Orient Express Blue Peter special gives a pretty good idea of what a journey from Venice to London is like aboard the Venice Simplon Orient Express...
Orient Express gifts & souvenirs: Venice Simplon Orient Express online shop
If you've been on the Orient Express (or even if you haven't!), the Venice Simplon Orient Express has an online gift shop, with official souvenirs, posters, travel accessories, luggage and more. Find it via www.orient-expresstrains.com.
Books about the Orient Express...
If you want to learn more about the Orient Express, you can click the pictures to buy these books online at Amazon. The book on the left has more about the history of the Orient Express, the book on the right concentrates on the restored Venice Simplon Orient Express. Also recommended is 'The Orient Express - The life and times of the world's most famous train' by E H Cookridge. Although out of print, you can buy it second hand through Amazon - click here for details. The Orient Express also features heavily in fiction...
Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie (actually set on the Simplon Orient Express, as she knew full well)
Murder on the Orient Express (DVD, 1974 film)
Stamboul Train by Graham Greene (actually set on the Oostende-Vienna Orient Express, not the Orient Express)
Hotels in London, Paris or Venice...
If you need to search for decent hotels in London, Paris or Venice, this is the system to use...
◄◄ Hotel search & price comparison.
www.hotelscombined.com checks all the main hotel booking sites at once to find the widest choice of hotels & the cheapest seller. It was named as the World's Leading Hotel Comparison Site at the World Travel Awards 2013 and I highly recommend it, both to find hotels in even the smallest places and to check that another retailer isn't selling your hotel for less!
www.booking.com is my favourite booking site. It's really clear and you can usually book with free cancellation and so confirm your accommodation at no risk months before train booking opens.
Alternatively, for somewhere special to stay in London, Paris or Venice before or after your Orient Express journey, try www.mrandmrssmith.com, which lists hand-picked boutique hotels in each of these cities and popular destinations worldwide.
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A few of the many reasons for the growing popularity of wine. Some wine facts, a little bit of history and wine reviews from an amateur wine lover for the amateur wine lovers
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Why Wine: Joeshico Wine Review; Damiani Pinot Noir 2006
A few weeks ago, I reviewed a Fingerlakes red table wine from Damiani Wine Cellars of Hector, NY. I was totally surprised that I found a NY red I really enjoyed. And it was a no-brainer that when I found a Pinot Noir from Damiani that I quickly brought one home and just as quick uncorked it. I mentioned in that other review that I am now a believer that New York can produce some outstanding reds. The 2006 Damiani Pinot Noir as solidified that belief. I also think I learned something about tasting wines and to not be too quick to judge. Here's what I mean by that.
After uncorking the Pinot, I was a bit puzzled by the color, not so much the color but the very watery appearance. The wine appeared more like Vitamin Water or a diluted cranberry juice. I first sensed a bit of disappointment simply because I have never seen a Pinot this color. I like my La Crema or Bethel Heights Pinot which are much deeper and began to think back to the wines that had turned me away from New York reds. This was definitely not one of them.
The aroma was smokey, not intense with maybe a bit of plum. A bit acidic on the palate, very light and a short finish. I left the bottle uncorked while the wife and I went shopping. About three hours later I poured another glass and took a sniff. The plum and a bit of cherry where now more evident. The wine was much softer and well balanced. As I worked on my blogs, I finished the bottle. This is an excellent wine to just sit back, relax and sip.
I enjoyed this wine as much as I did the Vino Rosso. Better yet, it was under $10.
Although I do mostly white wine in the summer (some reds), this will definitely be on my list for the cool evenings on the patio or when friends come over to just chill out. Just got to remember to uncork a couple of hours in advance.
Take it from a novice: Great Buy!
6 comments:
- box offices said...
i like wine
but in my country wine its very expensive
- May 7, 2009 at 1:18 AM
- The Wine Whore said...
Great review! I like Pinot Noirs but I am always careful because it seems like there are just so many out there that are not really my style. This one sounds pretty good and for $10 I'd be crazy not to give it a try.
- May 7, 2009 at 11:17 AM
- Shelly said...
I'm amazed at how the flavors change after a wine breathes. I also still prefer my reds at room temperature instead of the suggested 55. When slightly chilled I think they lose some of the flavors as well. This Pinot sounds good, I'll have to keep an eye out for it.
- May 7, 2009 at 11:51 AM
- The Wino said...
Pinot is my red of choice in the summer, I will have to see if I can find it in Arizona.
- May 7, 2009 at 5:55 PM
- Jim Bulmer said...
I went to a wine tasting the other week and the majority of wines were Pinot Noir.
First time I've been able to drink many at the same time and compare them, since then it's become my varietal of choice.
Will look out for this one,
although the selection in Japan tends to be a bit limited unfortunately (and inevitably more expensive than in America)
- May 7, 2009 at 8:29 PM
- joeshico said...
Sorry 'box offices' and 'Jim' and anyone outside of New York. Damiani is a small winery (still growing) and their wines will be difficult to find outside the fingerlakes region.
'Shelly', there is another blog (can't remember name) that reviews wines over a two day period. This is something I am going to seriously look at. I have had many wines that vastly improved after one or two days.
Pinots are not really my style either, 'Randy' but, once in a while one comes along that is just right for the moment, so I just keep on trying.
Good choice for summer red 'wino'
I also like Beaujolais (a bit chilled) on warm evenings.
- May 8, 2009 at 12:05 AM


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Cheryl Blackwell, information literacy/reference librarian.
B.S., 1980, Wayne State University; M.I.L.S., 1987, University of Michigan. Appointed 1987.
Claudia C. Diaz, library co-director.
B.A., 1976, College of William and Mary; A.M.L.S., 1984, University of Michigan. Appointed 1984.
Megan M. Kudzia, web services and emerging technologies librarian.
B.A., 2008, Kalamazoo College; M.S.L.I.S., 2009, Wayne State University. Appointed 2011.
Alice Wiley Moore, library instruction/reference librarian.
B.A., 1973, Albion College; M.I.L.S., 1988, University of Michigan. Appointed 1974.
Michael A. Van Houten, library co-director.
B.S., 1975, Central Michigan University; A.M.L.S., 1978, University of Michigan. Appointed 1980.
Albion College librarians have developed a strong program of library instruction to meet the needs of our students and faculty and to support the College's liberal arts curriculum. The instruction program emphasizes information literacy and promotes critical thinking and lifelong learning. The librarians offer a variety of instruction services including general library orientation sessions, course-specific and assignment-specific library instruction, and instructions on using specific research tools and the critical evaluation of sources. Librarians work closely with faculty to be certain that the reference sources, research strategies and evaluation methods that are presented address the specific information and research needs of the students in their classes.
Emmanuel Yewah, program chair, professor of French and Howard L. McGregor Endowed Professor of Humanities.
Licencié-es-Lettres, 1978, Maiîtrise, 1979, Université de Yaoundé; M.A., 1982, Ph.D., 1987, University of Michigan. Appointed 1986.
Midori Yoshii, associate professor of international studies.
B.A., 1986, M.A., 1988, Tsuda College Tokyo; M.A., 1991, Ph.D., 2003, Boston University. Appointed 2004.
International studies is a multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary program that encourages students to examine cross-cultural, cross-national or transnational phenomena. It seeks therefore both a depth and breadth of knowledge about the human experience. Its primary justification arises from the belief that the world is increasingly interdependent and that many of the challenges to humanity are global in scope and cannot be usefully studied within the confines of a single discipline.
Students completing the international studies major at Albion College will have acquired a solid grasp of social, political, economic and historical forces at work in the world; competence in a second language equivalent to four semesters of college-level work; a familiarity with methodologies appropriate to the study of international phenomena; and a globally relevant experience through an appropriate off-campus program. For further information, contact Midori Yoshii, adviser.
Majors and Minors
Requirements for Major
A minimum of eight units as follows:
1. Three international studies core courses consisting of International Studies 130 and two additional courses, one of which must be at the 200-level or higher. The two additional international studies core courses must be taken in two different departments. A current list of pre-approved IS core courses is available on the International Studies Program Web site or from the International Studies Program Committee chair.
2. Elective courses constituting a curricular focus. Electives must be taken in at least two different departments. A list of sample elective courses is available on the International Studies Program Web site or from the International Studies Program Committee chair. The number of courses that a student takes depends on the track chosen and the number of units elected for the capstone project. Students may choose from the following options:
Area Studies--At least three units of course work in one of the following areas: Europe, Africa, Asia or Latin America. Depending on course availability, students may pursue other area studies tracks with the prior approval of the International Studies Program Committee. Modern language competence must be in a language related to the area studies focus. The semester abroad must be in a location related to the area studies focus.
Transnational Studies--At least four units of course work on a specific transnational topic. Pre-approved tracks include international environmental studies and international gender studies. Depending on course availability, students may pursue other transnational studies tracks with the prior approval of the International Studies Program Committee.
3. International Studies 370: Building on International and Intercultural Experiences.
Additional Major Requirements
- Course work must include at least two courses taken at the 300-level or higher. No more than three units of 100-level work may be counted toward the major.
- Up to three units of course work may be taken abroad.
- Proof of modern language competence equivalent to two years of college-level language study is required.
- At least one semester abroad must be completed in an off-campus study program approved for Albion College credit. In special circumstances, students may petition the International Studies Program Committee to fulfill this requirement through U.S.-based off-campus study programs with significant international content.
Requirements for Minor in Area Studies
- Five units as follows: International Studies 130, plus four courses on a specified geographical region (Europe, Africa, Asia or Latin America). Depending on course availability, students may pursue other area studies tracks with the prior approval of the International Studies Program Committee. Area studies courses shall be distributed across at least two departments, with at least three courses at the 200-level or higher.
- All courses must be taken for a numerical grade, except those offered only on a credit/no credit basis.
- No more than two transfer credits will be accepted.
- Cognate requirements: Knowledge of a second language, equivalent to at least two years of college-level study (students may fulfill through course work or placement test). The language must be a language of the region under study.
Requirements for Minor in Transnational Studies
- Five units as follows: International Studies 130, plus four international studies core courses, of which three must be at the 200-level or above. These must also be distributed across at least two departments.
- All courses must be taken for a numerical grade, except those offered only on a credit/no credit basis.
- No more than two transfer credits will be accepted.
- Cognate requirements: Knowledge of a second language, equivalent to at least two years of college-level study (students may fulfill through course work or placement test).
International Studies Courses
130 Introduction to International Studies (1)
Introduces concepts of international studies with historical examples. Students are required to observe and analyze developments within a certain region, area, country or organization throughout the semester. Yoshii.
260 An International History of the Cold War (1)
Interprets the Cold War from international perspectives through analyzing the roles of proxy wars in Asia and the anti-colonial movement of the Third World, which defies the conventional analytical framework of the U.S.-Soviet conflicts. Includes study of the official documents of various governments (in English translation) and analyses of the contemporary media coverage and film analysis. Same as History 260. Yoshii.
264 An International History of Modern Japan (1)
Surveys the history of Japan from the seventeenth to the twenty-first century, with special emphasis on how cultural, military, political, and economic interactions with other countries have influenced Japan's national policies and cultural identity over time. Topics range from historical relations with China and Korea, the influence of seventeenth century "Dutch learning," U.S., European, and Russian imperialism in the nineteenth century, Japanese expansion into Asia during the early twentieth century, U.S.-Japan relations during and after World War II, and immigration and population in the twenty-first century. Same as History 264. Yoshii.
300 Power and Culture in the Asia-Pacific Region (1)
Introduces the diversity and development of the Asia-Pacific region that includes countries with traditions of Confucianism, Marxist-Leninist ideology, Western liberalism and Islam. Begins with a historical survey of the political, economic and social development of the region, followed by students' discussions of the prospect of the Asia-Pacific region growing into something similar to the European Community. Special attention is paid to the role of the U.S., an Asia-Pacific country, in this region. Yoshii.
370 Building on International and Intercultural Experiences (1)
Designed for students (including international students at Albion College) who wish to integrate their experiences studying, working or living abroad with a deepened analytical understanding of international and intercultural issues. Students familiarize themselves with the most current scholarship on international studies. Through independent research, they advance their understanding of a particular international issue of their choice and hone their abilities to articulate this issue to an audience. Yoshii.
Special Studies
187, 188, 189 Selected Topics (1/4, 1/2, 1)
An examination of subjects or areas not included in other studies. Staff.
287, 288, 289 Selected Topics (1/4, 1/2, 1)
An examination of subjects or areas not included in other courses. May be taken more than once for credit. Staff.
387, 388, 389 Selected Topics (1/4, 1/2, 1)
An examination of subjects or areas not included in other courses. Staff.
391, 392 Internship (1/2, 1)
Offered on a credit/no credit basis. Staff.
401, 402 Seminar (1/2, 1)
Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing or permission of instructor.
411, 412 Directed Study (1/2, 1)
Ruth E. Schmitter, professor of biology.
B.S., 1964, Michigan State University; M.Sc., 1966, University of Edinburgh; Ph.D., 1973, Harvard University. Appointed 1982.
Trisha Franzen, professor of women's and gender studies.
B.A., 1978, State University of New York, Buffalo; M.A., 1984, Ph.D., 1990, University of New Mexico. Appointed 2003.
Women's and gender studies is an interdisciplinary program that examines the role of gender in the construction of lives, cultures, community norms, meaning systems, and systems of representation. All of the areas of study within the program use cross-cultural or multicultural investigations to understand the dynamics and differences in the operation of gender. Within specific contexts but also across differences, the program also focuses on the lives of women--on women's past and present active involvement in the making of the world. Each of the areas of study emphasizes the ongoing interplay of theory and practice.
The program also includes minors in both gender studies and women's studies (see below).
Majors and Minors
Requirements for Major
- Eight units as well as a senior capstone experience (one-half or one unit). The requirements for each track are described below.
Women's Studies Emphasis
Gender Studies Emphasis
Required Courses
Required Courses
WGS 106: Introduction to Women's
WGS 116: Introduction to Gender
A senior exit interview will be used for assessment purposes.
Six different courses, at least one from each of the following lists. The six courses must be selected in consultation with the program director or the faculty member in the program.
Institutions or Knowledge Systems
This requirement emphasizes the study of the systemic nature of gender or of the critical perspectives brought to a discipline by feminist theory or gender theory.
Anthropology and Sociology 333: The Sociology of Sex and Gender, Melzer (if not taken as the theory requirement)
Anthropology and Sociology 360: Intimate Violence, Melzer
Biology 368, 368L: Behavioral Ecology, Staff
Communication Studies 207: Communicating Gender, Erlandson
English 363: Literary Theory, Collar
Religious Studies 320: Gender and Biblical Interpretation, McWhirter
Science 205: Women and Ethnic Minorities in Science, Schmitter
This requirement emphasizes feminist approaches or gender study approaches to the examination of gender in representations; this requirement also can involve the recovery and examination of representations that previously had been invisible due to gender bias.
Art History 310: Women and Art, Wickre
English 330: The Novel and the New: British Fiction, Behn to Bronte, Jordan
English 340: The Twentieth Century in "English" Literature, Collar
English 341: Contemporary Literature, Collar
English 345: Renaissance Women's Writing, MacInnes
English 347: The Age of Satire, Jordan
Global Perspectives
This requirement emphasizes the importance of gaining knowledge far from one's own subject position. For this unit, students must choose a course outside their own cultural and geographical experience.
For U.S. students, some options:
Anthropology and Sociology 332: The Anthropology of Sex and Gender, Staff (if not taken as the theory requirement)
History 301: Gender and Sexuality in the Hispanic World, Kanter
History 365: Women, Society and Gender in East Asia, O'Neill
Political Science 372: Gender, Sex and International Politics, Walling
For international students, an option:
History 340: History of Women in the U.S., 1877 to Present, Franzen
Historical Contexts
This requirement emphasizes the study of women or gender in specific and detailed historical context(s) or the study of the methodology of women's or gender history.
Economics and Management 305: Women in Business and Leadership, Baker
English 220: The Making of Modern Masculinities: British Literature and Manliness,
1660-1914 , Jordan
English 243: Women and Literature, Lockyer
English 285: Gay and Lesbian Literature, Jordan
English 338: Eighteenth-Century Culture Shocks: Race, Class, and Gender in Eighteenth-
Century Britain, Jordan
English 344: The Age of Elizabeth, MacInnes
English 345: Renaissance Women's Writing, MacInnes
English 347: The Age of Satire, Jordan
French 320: French Women Writers and Feminist Criticism, Guenin-Lelle
History 301: Gender and Sexuality in the Hispanic World, Kanter
History 340: History of Women in the U.S., 1877 to Present, Franzen
History 365: Women, Society and Gender in East Asia, Staff
History 390: Modern Germany, Cocks
History 395: The Irrational in History, Cocks
Self Making
This requirement emphasizes the feminist and gender studies examinations of processes and narratives that transform beings into gendered humans.
Anthropology and Sociology 230: Men and Masculinities, Melzer
English 220: The Making of Modern Masculinities: British Literature and Manliness,
1660-1914, Jordan
English 246: Immigration and Literature, Collar
Psychology 251: Child and Adolescent Psychology, Elischberger
Women's and Gender Studies 240: Sexualities, Histories and Culture, Franzen
Requirements for Minor in Gender Studies
- Five units, including: WGS 116, Introduction to Gender Studies; one from Anthropology and Sociology 332, 333 and WGS 360, Feminist Theory; three additional courses from the electives listed below, at least two of which must be at the 300 level or higher: Anthropology and Sociology 230, 332, 333, 360, Biology 368, English 211, 220, 285, 337, 341, 344, 347, 351, 363, 370, History 308, 377, Religious Studies 320.
- Elective courses should be selected in consultation with a women's and gender studies faculty member and reported to the Women's and Gender Studies Program chair.
Requirements for Minor in Women's Studies
- Five units, including WGS 106, Introduction to Women's Studies, and WGS 360, Feminist Theory; one historical overview course; and two others from the electives listed below, at least one of which must be at the 300 level or higher: Art History 219, 310, English 243, 338, 345, French 320, History 340, 370, SCI 205, Theatre 210.
- Elective courses should be selected in consultation with a women's and gender studies faculty member and reported to the Women's and Gender Studies Program chair.
Women's Studies Courses
106 Introduction to Women's Studies (1)
Introduces some of the basic issues, debates and language surrounding the feminist "revisioning" of the traditional academic curriculum. Issues—education, images of women in various media, work, sexuality, male violence and race—approached from various disciplines, with emphasis on literature, the social sciences, and transnational issues. Franzen.
116 Introduction to Gender Studies (1)
An introduction to gender studies including works that place gender at the center of scholarly inquiry as well as related material drawn from women's studies, men's studies and lgbt/queer studies. Focuses on gender and difference, considering how issues of race, class, ethnicity, sexuality, age and abilities interact with gender. Though most of the studies are based in the United States, global issues are introduced. Franzen, Staff.
187, 188, 189 Selected Topics (1/4, 1/2, 1)
An examination of subjects or areas not included in other courses. Staff.
240 Sexualities, Histories and Culture (1)
Examines how sexuality has emerged as the basis for academic inquiry and numerous identities in the late twentieth century. Part I examines the historical research on sexuality across various cultures, considering what changes, from economic through technological, have fostered the development of sexuality-related laws, restrictions, identities and opportunities. Part II traces the theories about contemporary identities that emerged from women's and gender studies research, assessing medical, academic, religious and legal institutions as well as the grassroots resistance and alternative naming presented by individuals and communities. In Part III, students in each class have the opportunity to determine some of the topics covered. Franzen.
287, 288, 289 Selected Topics (1/4, 1/2, 1)
An examination of subjects or areas not included in other courses. Staff.
360 Feminist Theory (1)
Prerequisite: WGS 106 or WGS 116 or permission of instructor.
Explores twentieth-century feminist thought from the United States and Great Britain with some attention to other influences. Grounds feminist theory within the grassroots women's movement, a social, cultural and political movement for change. Tracing the influence of feminism in the academy, the course surveys not only the critical and analytical foundations of the field of women's studies but also the impact of women and gender-centered scholarship on the traditional disciplines. The challenges to feminist theory raised by U.S. women of color, working-class women, lesbians and other women who have experienced multiple oppressions are explored along with the women's examinations of the intersections of sexism and racism, classism, homophobia and other systems of power. Franzen, Collar.
387, 388, 389 Selected Topics (1/4, 1/2, 1)
An examination of subjects or areas not included in other courses. Staff.
391, 392 Internship (1/2, 1)
Offered on a credit/no credit basis. Staff.
398 Practicum (1/2)
Offered on a credit/no credit basis. Staff.
401, 402 Seminar (1/2, 1)
411, 412 Directed Study (1/2, 1)
Directed studies generally are reserved for those students who have schedule conflicts between two majors. They are also available for students pursuing honors theses. In specific cases, students may request directed studies that cover topics beyond the scope of the current curriculum. These students are expected to present their proposed plan of study to the instructor for approval well in advance of registration. Staff.
Robert J. Starko, chair and assistant professor.
B.A., 1974, State University of New York at Oneonta; M.F.A., 1991, Illinois State University. Appointed 1999.
Mark E. Hoffland, staff lecturer.
B.A., 1983, Augsburg College; M.F.A., 1990, Michigan State University. Appointed 2007.
The goal of Albion College's Department of Theatre is to provide the College community with examples of the best theatre and dance from our cultural heritage and from contemporary life. We value the effectiveness of theatre and dance to explore issues of human consequence and to offer to the student, as performer, designer, technician and audience, the opportunity for self-affirmation and self-actualization. The curriculum, therefore, balances a sequence of literature and history courses with the traditional theatre process courses in performance and production as well as dance technique and choreography. Students develop simultaneously their analytical and research skills with their imaginative and creative skills. In the classroom, in the laboratory and in performance, students acquire the knowledge and experiences essential to becoming a gifted theatre artist and an informed audience member.
Participation in theatre and dance productions is open to all students enrolled at the College. Our productions have, on-stage and back-stage, a diverse mix of collaborators from all disciplines. Theatre majors are expected to complement their course work with active participation in the department's programs. Four major theatre productions, two student productions and one dance performance yearly provide the opportunity to gain a thorough knowledge of all facets of theatre production. Majors are expected to participate in all assessment objectives as outlined by the department.
Career Opportunities
Professions open to graduates of the department include theatre and dance performance, production design, arts management, teaching at all levels, arts criticism and arts advocacy. Many of our majors pursue graduate study in the specialized fields of performance, directing, design, theatre history and literature and criticism.
Special Features
Juniors and seniors have the opportunity to participate in semester apprenticeships and internships in theatre through the GLCA New York Arts Program and in international opportunities which focus on literary, cultural and artistic experiences. Dance frequently brings in guest artists of regional and national reputation in order to broaden the exposure of the students to different styles. The theatre program at Albion has close ties with the regionally-based Purple Rose Theatre Company and Performance Network. It also sponsors the Kurtz Theatre Enrichment Series which brings outstanding theatre scholars and practitioners to the campus. The department is very active in the American College Theatre Festival, sending a number of students to the annual conference each year.
Majors and Minors
Requirements for Major in Theatre
- A minimum of 10 units in theatre, including: 209, 211, 251, 280, 281, and four 1/4-unit practica (175, 176), and four units of electives chosen from 208, 210, 260 or any 300-level or higher course.
- A total of two cognate courses must be completed for a major in theatre: one course in English (English 261, 349, 374, 375, 376) and one course in music or art (Art History 111 or 112 or Music 111).
- All courses for the major must be taken for a numerical grade.
- Theatre majors are required to participate in at least one of the major productions each semester. The nature of the participation will be agreed upon by the student and theatre faculty.
- Theatre majors must attend at least 75 percent of the departmental American College Theatre Festival responses and the departmental post-production meetings each year. Additionally, majors are required to participate in the departmental comprehensive examination.
- Theatre majors are expected to serve as an assistant stage manager for a production and to have a major creative role in a production such as directing, designing, acting in a major role, stage managing, or serving as technical director for a major production.
Requirements for Minor in Theatre
- Six units in theatre, including: 111 or 209; 211, 251, 280, 281 and one elective chosen from 208, 210, 260 or any 300-level or higher course, or four 1/4-unit practica (175, 176).
- All courses for the minor must be taken for a numerical grade.
- Theatre minors are expected to participate in at least one of the productions each semester.
Theatre Courses
111 Theatre Arts (1)
A study of the nature and foundation of theatre as a unique art form. The course explores the elements which make up dramatic production, the theatre's historical development and how the theatre relates to contemporary life Not recommended for theatre majors and minors. Staff.
136 Dance Technique I (1/2)
A study of basic to intermediate dance technique and concepts relevant to ballet, jazz and modern dance forms. Staff.
187, 188, 189 Selected Topics (1/4, 1/2, 1)
An examination of subjects or areas not included in other courses. Staff.
209 Dramatic Analysis (1)
An introduction to dramatic and theatrical analysis, focusing on how a theatre text works both on the page and on the stage. Students discover "how a play means" by exploring different theoretical approaches and dramatic traditions and performing both dramatic and theatrical analyses. Staff.
210 Women in the American Theatre (1)
An examination of the contributions of women in all aspects of the American Theatre; a study of the images of women as portrayed in American drama; an introduction to feminist theory and criticism as it relates to theatre and drama. Staff.
211 Introduction to Theatrical Technology and Design (1)
Prerequisities: Theatre 111, 209 or permission of instructor.
An introduction to the technical skills used in theatre (scenic construction and painting, costume construction, lighting and sound technology), and the basic principles of scenic, costume, lighting and sound design. Staff.
220 Costume Design and Prop Craft (1)
An introduction to aspects of costume and theatrical property design and artisanship including professional presentation skills, basic sewing, millinery (hat making), apparel and textiles terminology, painting and dying science, leatherwork, wig styling, and armor work. Includes costume lab work and hands-on design and construction projects. Staff.
236 Dance Technique II (1/2)
Prerequisites: Audition and permission of instructor.
A study of intermediate to advanced dance technique and concepts relevant to ballet, jazz and modern dance forms. Staff.
251 Acting I (1)
Prerequisites: Theatre 111, 209 or permission of instructor.
For the student with previous acting experience. Explores exercises, games and pantomimes to expand the physical, mental and emotional awareness used in acting. Includes script analysis and scene work. Starko.
260 Art of Dance (1)
A survey dance history course exploring the evolution of ballet, jazz, tap and modern dance forms through lecture, readings, video viewings, research and beginning-level dance technique. Major themes include the analysis of historical, choreographic and technical examples within four dance disciplines and a range in styles of dance presentation. Staff.
280 Historical Perspectives on Theatre: Ancient Greece to 1850 (1)
An examination of the major periods of theatre history, theatre architecture and conventions, and dramatic literature from fifth century B.C. Greece to mid-nineteenth-century Europe. Offered periodically. Staff.
281 Historical Perspectives on Theatre: 1850 to Present (1)
The second of two classes in the theatre history sequence. An examination of dramatic styles, literature, theory and criticism, and movements primarily of the twentieth century. Offered periodically. Staff.
285 Foundations of Musical Theatre (1)
Examines the growth and development of the musical, starting with the nineteenth-century influences, The Black Crook and subsequent evolutions. Examines the structure of the musical from its earliest iterations, the influence of operetta, Tin Pan Alley composers and the Golden Age, to the concept musical model prevalent today. Relates the development of the musical to changes in popular music, as indicative of changes in society, and considers the musical as an agent of social change. Staff.
287, 288, 289 Selected Topics (1/4, 1/2, 1)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
An examination of subjects or areas not included in other courses. Staff.
311 Designing Scenery for the Theatre (1/2)
Prerequisites: Theatre 211 and permission of instructor.
A theoretical and practical course in designing scenery for the theatre. Students design projects in realistic and non-realistic production styles and in various media. Offered periodically. Staff.
312 Lighting and Sound Design for the Theatre (1/2)
Prerequisites: Theatre 211 and permission of instructor.
The theory and practice of designing lighting and sound for the theatre. Students produce projects as well as have the opportunity for hands-on experience in both lighting and sound. Offered periodically. Staff.
314 Stage Management (1/2)
Covers the mechanics and methods of theatrical stage management/production management, including running rehearsals and performances, and the rules of the Actors' Equity Association. Presents the basics of production stage management such as scheduling and budgeting. Offered periodically. Staff.
332 Albion Repertory Dance Company (1/2)
A touring dance ensemble that explores dance management, dance production, and dance performance and choreographic analysis. Requires audition and participation in fall and spring semester of one academic year. Staff.
350 Play Direction (1)
Prerequisites: Theatre 209, 211, and 251, or permission of instructor.
An examination of the role of the director in the theatre, with emphasis on the relationship between the director and the actor and the technical problems which arise in rehearsal and performance. Starko.
361 Vocal Technique and Movement (1)
Prerequisite: Theatre 251 or permission of instructor.
An advanced acting course designed to give students greater control over their vocal and physical expression. The course includes individual assessment of strengths and weaknesses coupled with exercises to broaden individual students' abilities. In addition, students will prepare monologues for future auditions. Starko.
365 Interpreting Shakespeare for the Actor (1/2)
Prerequisite: Theatre 251 or permission of instructor.
An advanced acting course that examines the textual clues inherent in the Folio versions of Shakespeare's texts, discovering how they help to illuminate the actor's role. It will also focus on the vocal and physical aspects of performing Shakespeare, while placing the shows in proper historical and critical perspective. Starko.
366 Acting Styles (1/2)
Prerequisite: Theatre 251 or permission of instructor.
The study of a particular style of acting associated with a specific period or playwright. Involves textual analysis of the playwright or plays of the period as well as specific vocal and physical techniques associated with those works. Topics may include but are not limited to: The Restoration, Brecht, Ancient Greece and Shaw. The topics will vary based on departmental needs and student interest. Course may be repeated once for credit for a total of one full unit. Starko.
372 Postmodernism and Theatre (1)
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing.
Explores postmodernism, in all of its various manifestations, and what it means in the context of "theatre" and, more generally, "performance." Focuses on the multiple meanings of "identity" within the postmodern movement, and examines how theatre and other performance forms (dance, music, television, film) embrace hybridity and multiplicity around issues of identity. Also examines theoretical texts that attempt to explain or define postmodernism and applies those ideas to works studied. Investigates how postmodernism is both a break from and a continuation of the ideas of the previous era. Staff.
375 Shakespeare I (1)
Same as English 375. Staff.
376 Shakespeare II (1)
Same as English 376. Staff.
387, 388, 389 Selected Topics (1/4, 1/2, 1)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
An examination of subjects or areas not included in other courses. Staff.
391, 392 Internship (1/2, 1)
Offered on a credit/no credit basis. Staff.
402 Seminar (1)
Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing or permission of instructor.
Detailed study of significant and relevant problems in theatre. Specific topic for consideration each year will be determined before fall registration. Staff.
411, 412 Directed Study (1/2, 1)
A practical experience in department-sponsored activities. Students may repeat the course up to four times in any combination for a total of one unit. Offered either semester on a credit/no credit basis.
175, 176 Theatre (1/4, 1/2)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Acting, direction, assistant direction, production design. Staff.
Jocelyn McWhirter, chair and associate professor.
B.A., 1982, Trinity College; M.A., 1991, Trinity Episcopal School for Ministry; Ph.D., 2002, Princeton Theological Seminary. Appointed 2006.
Ronney B. Mourad, professor.
B.A., 1994, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill; M.A., 1995, University of Chicago; Ph.D., 2002, University of Chicago. Appointed 2001.
Peter M. Valdina, assistant professor.
B.A., 1997, Hamilton College; M.A., 1999, Columbia University; M.S.Sc., 2000, The New School for Social Research; Ph.D., 2013, Emory University. Appointed 2012.
The study of religion is at the heart of a liberal arts education. Together with the other humanities and the social sciences, the study of religion helps one understand spiritual dimensions of the world and our roles as human beings in it.
Our Departmental Mission—Religion has always been an important component in human history. In its many configurations religion has played a critical role in shaping diverse and distinctive forms of culture and has also been shaped by culture. We seek to stimulate in students an appreciation of the spiritual teachings, ethical principles, myths, symbols and rituals of a variety of societies, believing that in them we encounter legitimate human attempts to envision the sacred and to live in the world as a spiritual arena. Conscious of Albion's heritage as a college related to the United Methodist Church, we give special attention to the monotheistic traditions in the development of our Western culture and intellectual life.
Contemporary society sometimes represents religion only as a set of subjective beliefs. Because of this misrepresentation, people may view themselves or others as fundamentalists or atheists without understanding the variety of spiritual expressions and their roles in society over the course of history. While not required at Albion, we believe that the study of religion is central to the liberal arts experience as a means of gaining a broader understanding of the depth of one's own and others' religious beliefs and practices.
Since we are concerned with the academic study of religion, our department does not promote any particular, narrow "brand'' of theology or spirituality. We subscribe to the assertion made by Friedrich Max Muller who said, "Whoever knows only one religion, does not know religion.'' We encourage our students to explore religion using various modes of analysis, including historical-critical, philosophical and comparative approaches that keep the life of the mind and the life of the soul in creative tension.
The training and interests of our faculty include several areas: biblical languages (Hebrew and Greek); biblical and related ancient Near-Eastern literature; classic and contemporary Islamic history; Islamic ritual; Sufism; comparative religion; myth, symbol, and ritual; philosophy of religion; philosophical theology; ethics and society; and Asian religions. We work closely with interested students in planning and completing directed studies, pursuing internships, preparing individualized research projects resulting in a thesis, and in exploring career options.
Career Opportunities
Whether a student chooses to major in religious studies or includes it as part of a double or individually-designed major, he or she will be introduced to those aspects of a liberal arts education that aid in the development of insight, flexibility and commitment within a changing world.
Many of our students pursue further studies after Albion, in professional schools, theological seminaries or graduate programs. The religious studies faculty works closely with students who plan to attend seminary in helping them develop an appropriate pre-seminary course of studies, as well as with students who are looking into a career in the human services.
Students entering professional schools after graduation benefit from training in religious studies, since religious beliefs, practices and values influence most major social institutions. Religious studies students pursuing career opportunities in law, medicine or business have the educational background to understand these influences and their implications for professional practice. Theological seminaries prepare persons for a variety of positions, including pastoral ministry, counseling, religious education, youth work, institutional chaplaincies, administration and mission work (home and overseas).
Graduate programs in religious studies lead to M.A., Ph.D., or Th.D. degrees, which are usually associated with teaching careers. There are also dual competency programs that link the study of religion to the study of law, social services, art and/or music, journalism, urban ministries and counseling.
Special Features
The John and Williemay Cheek Award is a cash award presented each year to the outstanding senior in the department. The Dr. Selva J. Raj Memorial Scholarship in Religious Studies is given to a rising junior or senior religious studies major who exemplifies academic excellence. Book awards are given to graduating majors. Note: Students who major in religious studies at Albion are not disqualified from receiving federal or state need-based financial aid.
Majors and Minors
Requirements for Major
- A minimum of eight units in religious studies, including Religious Studies 101, 102, one course in each of the four areas in religious studies at Albion listed below, and at least two other courses in the department. No more than four 100-level courses can be counted for the major.
- All courses for the major must be taken for a numerical grade. Exceptions to this policy must be approved by the department faculty.
(1) Biblical and Jewish Studies
Current courses in this area include: 121, 122, 215, 220, 222, 320.
(2) Theology and Ethics
Current courses in this area include: 131, 232, 234, 242, 250, 270.
(3) Asian and Comparative Religions
Current courses in this area include: 211, 212, 251, 261.
(4) Islamic Religion
Current courses in this area include: 104, 204, 205, 206.
Requirements for Minor
- Minimum of five units, including 101, 102 and three additional units, two of which must be above the 100-level.
- All courses for the minor must be taken for a numerical grade. Exceptions to this policy must be approved by the department faculty.


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msn needs to cover something the average joe (or jodi) can relate to!
we need something that can handle mud and dust on a daily basis without losing air conditioning everytime a little mud builds up around the compressor. also, nock sensors need to be higher up on the block to prevent mud from destroying them and accessory drive belts need more protection.
the list goes on, too many to cover here....but all the manufacturers are making off road vehicles for folks who seldom, if ever, take on conditions trucks around here are put in everyday. the product goes to the money, which means super comfy interiors, attractive outward appearance for showing off up and down the four-lane.
20 years ago, we could buy the kind of trucks we needed that lasted for more than a few years. my old '89 chevy k1500 was tough as nails and gave me no problems until it had about 200k miles on it. the engine had never been gone into and it began to show excessive smoke about 205-210k miles. you couldn't beat the 5.7 v8 for dependability and ease to repair, when needed.
my son-in-law is finishing repairing the same engine in a '98 k1500 that i'm giving him for repairing. it sat up for 4 years or so with leaking head gaskets. when he put a freesh battery in it, it turned over immediately. i had been afraid the motor would have locked up by now, but it had not. it has about 180k miles on it and this is the first time the heads have ben off. he's got about $600.00 in his repairs, including new fuel pump, battery, gaskets and 2 new used tires, including labor from a friend that was helping him with the head gaskets. he's using it every day in his lawn service business....his only complaint is the fuel mileage.
my '02 k1500 is next on the list, but i won't get out as cheaply. flimsy front end components, air conditioner compressor on the bottom of the block got ate up by mud, alloy parts in the pinion seal housings don't hold up, etc, etc. i wish i had never bought that one....constantly something wrong with it!


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This weekend sees Spartans from across the country descend on Tampa, excited at the prospect of the first of its kind Special Ops themed race. Raymond James stadium, home of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, will reverberate to the echoes of AROO and almost certainly one or two shrieks and yelps of pain, as those who have spent the last few months training for this event push themselves just that little bit harder.
Taking in a course of around 4 miles – you know we're not giving away the exact distance – competitors will experience the gnarly terrain that we all know and love, coupled with the physical beating that the stadium so happily deals out with carefree abandon. Naturally, those taking part can expect their legs to take a little punishment as the steps of the stadium beckon them forward with a malevolent grin. Additionally, upping the ante just a little, some obstacles that await those attacking the course will be designed with maneuvers and strategy by Special Ops forces.
Such is the uniqueness of this event, a special medal will even be on offer for those who successfully reach the finish line.
With the Elite rankings and standing already heating up after only two events – Southern California and Arizona – elbow room will be at a minimum at the start line. With stadium races typically being much faster events for those that run the elite wave, Spartan is hoping that the addition of those obstacles not normally associated with races within the asphalt atmosphere will throw a spanner in the works and interrupt the rhythm of those that take the race for granted.
Teams travelling from across the land will see each other battle through too. Mud Run Fun expected to have the biggest team of the day, with the Cornfed Spartans, AZN and many others jockeying for position.
Those under 14 will still be able to savor the Spartan Race experience too, as the ever popular Kids Race continues to grow and encourage youngsters to get out and get active.
Who will become victorious this weekend in Florida? Stay tuned to Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr and Instagram on Saturday for updates.
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In a significant show of support for Merrimack's academic momentum, the Department of Health Sciences has received a $100,000 grant for new technology through the Cummings Foundation's "$100K for 100" initiative.
Health Science students, Ashley Wright, Amanda Rossi, and Tayla Fernandez during the Annual Science and Engineering Day poster presentations.
"Childhood Malnutrition in India"
Backed by a significant grant from a major health-care foundation, a Merrimack College professor and the Merrimack Valley YMCA will expand a local initiative on child obesity nationwide.
Merrimack College Athletic Training Students and Faculty Join ATOM and Show Their Support at the Massachusetts State House EventMerrimack College Athletic Training Students and Faculty Join ATOM and Show Their Support at the Massachusetts State House Event
Congratulations to Merrimack College Adjunct Faculty Andy Cannon, Associate Professor Kevin Finn and recent Merrimack College Graduate Brett Medeiros!
Honors Sports Medicine and Public and Professional Writing major Kennedy Ndamba '14 has been an influential writing tutor in the Merrimack College Writing Center and presented at the National Writing Center Conference in Tampa, Florida this fall.
Stephanie Lapierre recently received the first Science & Engineering Dean's Grant.
Merrimack students don 3D glasses and use an Xbox game controller to investigate human anatomy on a large projection screen, providing a collaborative 3D experience.
Drs. Yan, Corcoran and Finn have been awarded the 2014-2015 Paul E. Murray Fellowship in Science and Engineering for their proposal, "Promoting Physical Activity and Fitness among Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities".


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Both of my sons own Ford Mustangs. They love their cars for the most part. However, we have learned that neither has a spare tire.
Apparently, in order to save money, weight, etc., Ford decided to forego even a "donut" spare in exchange for a pump and some sort of "fix a flat" material. This week, we needed a spare tire.
My oldest sliced his tire on a curb and ended up with a flat. Not a good time to discover you have no spare.
Life without a spare tire is much like life without a backup plan, rainy day fund or "Plan B."
Many people go through not knowing they needed a spare until they "needed a spare." Others worry about their lack of a spare, even though they may never actually need it.
Personally, I think we are all better off with the peace of mind that comes with a spare. Even if you never have to use the spare, it is comforting to know it is there.
In business and life, we should know whether or not we have a spare. If we do, great. If we don't, then we should make it a priority to get one.
I am sure my oldest son will make it a priority to have a spare — somewhere.
In fact, I think I'll go check the tire pressure in my spare right now.
My Site Was Down. Did I Learn My Lesson?
This blog site it the homepage for my browser. To my surprise, when I fired up things Monday morning, all I saw was a blank page.
After having been hacked and blacklisted during the past month or so, many thoughts ran through my mind.
"Oh no!. Not again!"
After a moment to think things through, I decided to check with my host, BlueHost. Additionally, I checked with my site security provider, SiteLock.
SiteLock said it looked like a server problem from their end, and that my host should be able to fix things. So I decided to wait on a response from BlueHost.
After was seemed to be an eternity, I received a message stating it was a code error in one of my files and that I would need to fix things from my end.
I felt a sense of panic begin to overtake me. As someone who does not "code," the idea of that being the problem, and the solution seemed a little overwhelming.
I did a little research on the problem and found it wasn't all that rare. In fact, many head fixed their issues by simply uploading a "non corrupted" version of the file causing the error.
I did that.
It didn't work.
As my anxiety began to increase a bit, I perused my control panel to find a "backup and restore" icon. Could this be my answer?
I clicked the icon to find backed up versions of my site a day, week and month old.
I restored from the weekly backup and "VOILA!" — the site is back up.
A lesson for all of us is that backups are invaluable — whether it is your files, your computer or your website.
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A Scottsdale police officer was taken to a hospital after his car was rammed during a chase that began in Phoenix and ended in Scottsdale when another officer shot at the suspect before he gave up.
The chase began about 1:20 a.m. Tuesday when Phoenix police officers tried to stop a black Ford Taurus near 52nd and Oak streets, according to Scottsdale Police Officer David Pubins.
Nearby law enforcement agencies were alerted to the car, which was seen on the Loop 101 freeway exiting on McDowell Road, turning into an alley near 70th Street and McDowell Road and turning off the headlights, Pubins said.
The Scottsdale officer and a Department of Public Safety officer entered the alley and as they approached the suspect, the suspect rammed the Scottsdale cruiser with his car, Pubins said.
The DPS officer fired a single shot into the suspect's windshield and the suspect was taken into custody, Pubins said.
The Scottsdale officer, who was not identified, was taken to a hospital as a precaution. The suspect was not hurt.
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