FresnoBee.com: Billboard stories #seven home

Director and Denzel elevate danger in 'Safe House'

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:59:36 PST

Generally, action movies are either lightweight, puffed-up macho-man vehicles or so cerebrally deep that it's almost impossible to follow the action. Despite having only a few directing jobs to his credit, Daniel Espinosa found a nice blend of chest-pounding bravado and smart storytelling to make "Safe House" entertaining on multiple levels. Read comments

MoFo Party Band marks 23 years with Starline show

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:36:34 PST

It's not like MoFo Party Band needed another reason to party, but Saturday they're celebrating a little bit extra. Read comments

Ideas for flying love's colors for Valentine's Day

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:11:00 PST

With Valentine's Day on a Tuesday this year, it's easy to think of the holiday as an extended weekend. We certainly do. Read comments

Bill Cosby still pushes comedy, storytelling, education

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:00:00 PST

There was a time in Bill Cosby's life when people saw him and didn't immediately think of "The Cosby Show," brightly colored sweaters or chocolate cake for breakfast. Read comments

With 'Wicked Divas,' Fresno Phil grabs Broadway magic

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:02:15 PST

Just how popular is the "Wicked" Broadway musical juggernaut? Canny symphony orchestras across the nation are jumping at the chance to go green. Read comments