Memories in Mariko Kusumoto’s head do not need to fear a slow, eroding death. Think of them like waves, retreating, seemingly forgotten, and later hitting the shore bigger and stronger, darker as well. A unique and very personal show based on Kusumoto’s memories of Japan is currently on display at the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens until May 6. Mariko Kusumoto: … [Read more...]
Johnson’s friendly, green, intimate vibe not well-suited to Cruzan
It’s 6 p.m. The South Florida sun is still hot enough to cook eggs on the pavement. Most performers would be chilling in their tour buses or having dinner at the Four Seasons. Not Jack Johnson. Armed only with guitars, he and his old buddy G Love set up on his “village green” at Cruzan Amphitheatre and sang a few songs for the early arrivals. It’s a good move: He warms up a … [Read more...]