By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com The Wicked Witch of the West has invaded Storybrooke! Zelena recently dropped a huge bombshell…she is Regina’s half-sister! In addition, she claimed that two of the series’ greatest evils: Cora (her mother) … [Continue reading]
A Conversation with Brian Raider
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com What would happen if you accidentally found yourself on a film set? Brian Raider turned that accident into an opportunity, when he traded in his financial career at Wells Fargo and JP Morgan for various … [Continue reading]
A Night at the Theatre: The Frowning Vajayjays of Shady Pines
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Recently, One of my favorite playwrights debuted a new play in Kansas City. Vicki Vodrey’s The Frowning Vajayjays of Shady Pines focuses on a trio of elderly Southern Belles, who live in Shady Pines Retirement … [Continue reading]
The Five Question Challenge with Nick Stefanacci
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Nick Stefanacci is set out to bring pop fusion to another level of excellence. For the past 10 years, Nick and his own jazz group traveled across the country to play in venues in New York City, Hawaii, Miami … [Continue reading]
“The Voice: Season Six” Battle Rounds turns up the heat
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Last night, The Voice began its sixth edition of the Battle Rounds. Before we get to the fun…here is where the teams stand: Team Adam: Kat Perkins & Jake Barker (Stolen) Team Blake: Jake … [Continue reading]
New Music Releases: Week of March 17, 2014
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com The week of March 17, 2014 is the busiest week for new music…so far this year! Some of my favorite artists dropped exciting new albums and amazing singles that should be included in your music … [Continue reading]
The 20 Standouts from “The Voice: Season Six”
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Tomorrow night, the Battle Rounds commence on The Voice! Before the first battles begin, here are the 20 artists to watch during this four-episode arc! Team Adam: Christina Grimmie: The YouTube … [Continue reading]
Thousands flock Planet Comicon
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Around 8:30 a.m. this Saturday morning, I arrived at Bartle Hall for the second day of the three-day pop culture event known as Planet Comicon. 2014 marked the convention’s second year at the downtown Kansas … [Continue reading]