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Motherhood: The Musical premieres in Tampa to great reviews

noreply@blogger.com (MomzHotRocks) — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 23:41:00 +0000

Jayne Trinette, left, Angela Bond, Becca McCoy and Juliana Black portray four moms at different stages of motherhood.

Sue Fabisch, a MOMz Hot ROCKs "sujet extraordinaire" is seeing a dream come true. Motherhood: The Musical has just premiéred in Tampa, Florida to rave reviews. No surprise here. Fabisch is both a gifted comic and songwriter who has woven together a character driven play based on a plethera of her "mommy standard" and newly created tunes. Who wouldn't chuckle out loud at such lyrics as, "what really turns me on is to buy a flat screen TV, a paper shredder and a hundred and twelve tampons!..I'm a Costco Queen, yah yah, a Costco Queen!"

Check out the video.

I offer so many congratulations to Sue for her dedication, hard work and success.

Here is the first of many great reviews. GO SUE!

'Motherhood' a funny tribute to mom

By KATHY L. GREENBERG | Tribune correspondent

Published: June 10, 2011

'MOTHERHOOD THE MUSICAL'

When: Through July 10; 7:30 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 8 p.m. Friday, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday

Where: David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts, Jaeb Theater, 1010 N. MacInnes Place, Tampa; call (813) 229-7827 or visit www.strazcenter.org

Tickets: $39.50

TAMPA - Sue Fabisch pushed the diaper-stuffed envelope with her hilarious show, "Motherhood the Musical." Rather than resting her laurels on the usual mommy experiences to get a laugh, the Nashville-based songwriter put some muscle into this baby.

Her riotous and perceptive lyrics, some co-written with Ilene Angel, William Flowerree, Jesse Goldberg and/or Johnny Rodgers, shed a whole new light on Costco, minivans, boobs and, of course, parenting.

Four women at different stages of motherhood share their stories about the toughest job in the world.

In three weeks, Amy (Juliana Black) is due to become a mom for the first time. Barb (Angela Bond) has three kids and zero patience: been there, done that. Brooke (Becca McCoy) struggles with the time constraints of being a working parent and Tasha (Jayne Trinette) deals with the challenges of divorce.

While Amy naively fantasizes about scrapbooking, wipe warmers and cloth diapers, her three friends try to enlighten her to reality: you can do it all, just not at the same time. But as is true for every new mom, Amy doesn't get it until she brings that baby home.

The show starts off strong with Black mooning over pregnancy in "I'm Having a Baby," followed by Bond's bubble-bursting "Mommy, Mommy, Mommy." Trinette reminisced the days when she was cool in a convertible, only to end up towing 17 kids in "Minivan."

Just when the funny stuff was hitting its stride, Fabisch came in swinging with the real emotional impact of motherhood. "I'm Danny's Mom" beautifully captured a nearly indescribable love. You didn't need to be a parent to appreciate the feelings steering this song.

From tears to laughter again, "Costco Queen" was hands down the most creative number. The message here was that a "storegasm" could be achieved through the power of bulk. Michael Schweikardt's set design and Sue Hill's costumes matched the brilliant lyrics, honoring Costco's convenience with bright lights and clever headwear.

Finally, the cast rocked out to "Not Gonna Take it Anymore." This was a highly entertaining homage to classic rock 'n' roll and the multiple uses of household products.

Each all-too familiar scenario could have easily settled into trite comfortability were it not for Fabisch's uncommon wit. She's raised the bar on reality-based humor. At the same time, the serious moments — the ones that justify the torture mothers endure — weren't gratuitous or false. These were genuine, heartfelt nods to a job that's more complicated and less appreciated than brain surgery.

LA Weekly Picks MOMz Hot ROCKs

noreply@blogger.com (MomzHotRocks) — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 15:05:00 +0000

LA Weekly chooses this Monday's, April, 11, 1011 Documental Screening of MOMz Hot ROCKs as a pick of the week GoLA event.

Everyone is invited and it's free at 8pm at the UnUrban Cafe in Santa Monica.

Here's the full listing.

Mom! You're Embarrassing Me!

By Libby Molyneaux

"TURN DOWN THAT INFERNAL RACKET!" is a phrase parents often bark at their unruly brood. But in the case of Kate Perotti's documentary MOMz Hot ROCKs, the sonic barrage is coming from the moms themselves. Perotti introduces us to mom bands from around the country with such names as the Mydols, Housewives on Prozac, Placenta — you get the idea — and song titles like "Eat Your Damn Spaghetti!" Perotti got the idea for the film eight years ago when she was researching women who rock. "I wanted to showcase some of the talent, creativity and humor. Currently, in 2011, there is definitely a large connected international community of mom rockers," she says. How are the sacrifices rocker moms make any different from rocker dads? "Think room service versus diaper service. No need to pour whiskey on your wrist before emptying the bottle. And I would just say, outfits." MOMz Hot ROCKs screens as part of the Documental Film Series.

http://www.laweekly.com/events/search/

ZagrebDox 2011 hosts MOMz Hot ROCKs

noreply@blogger.com (MomzHotRocks) — Sun, 13 Mar 2011 04:27:00 +0000

Many thanks to the amazing town and staff of the 2011 ZagrebDox International Documentary Film Festival held last week, February 26th-March 6th in Croatia. An incredible mélange of North, South, East and West. The people are overwhelmingly gracious and nice, the food and drink simply wonderful. Thank you again for hosting MOMz Hot ROCKs as part of the Musical Globe Programme. I was one of only two Americans to attend, a true honor and memorable screening. The best part was seeing the translation to Hrvatski jezik.

COOL IT ROCKS IT!

noreply@blogger.com (MomzHotRocks) — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 03:51:00 +0000

Awesome Mama Ondi Timoner directs COOL IT, a bold new vision from Bjorn Lomborg, author of "The Skeptical Environmentalist."

It opens this Friday on select screens, look it up, it's a go to/keep it in mind movie. The conversation continues about what we can do individually and globally to address environmental concerns. It debunks much of the information in An Inconvenient Truth and poses multiple strategies that will take increased research and development as a society as a whole. I saw it this evening at the 92Y Tribeca with Ondi and Bjorn present, I hope the reception everywhere is as grand. The film is dense with information, simultaneously entertaining and engaging. A striking endeavor that piques the brain to imagine what we can accomplish on a macro level in our micro world. Congratulations to the filmmakers, another relevant act for change.

MOMz Hot ROCKs off the Charts: Mydols Open for The B-52's TONIGHT!

noreply@blogger.com (MomzHotRocks) — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 14:29:00 +0000

Dreams do come true!

It's official, Detroit's fab four, The Mydols, are opening for THE B-52s TONIGHT in Detroit!

Can't wait for the footage from the stages of Sound Board at Motorcity Casino Hotel.

I am gushing for them, I LOVE the B-52s, possibly the funnest band ever.

Congratulations and Break A Leg!

Doc Miami Rocks MOMz Hot ROCKs!

noreply@blogger.com (MomzHotRocks) — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 17:56:00 +0000

Thank you Doc Miami for presenting MOMz Hot ROCKs with The Most Entertaining film award of this year's festival.

The DocMiami International Film Festival, showcased three days of cutting edge documentary filmmakers and three nights of outstanding music concerts, in a celebration of documentary filmmaking at a global level nestled in sunny South Florida. The festival brought together emerging documentary filmmakers, students’ grades 6-12, as well as film and music enthusiasts in a truly bohemian, one-of-a-kind event. DocMiami’s music concerts benefit the non-profit, Brick by Brick for Tanzania, where performers such as: Melton Mustafa, Tito Puente, Jr., Fito Espinola and others have contributed their talents to assist school children in Tanzania whom are combating not only poverty but also a drought, hunger and the AIDS crisis.

Marché du Cannes et MOMz Hot ROCKs

noreply@blogger.com (MomzHotRocks) — Tue, 11 May 2010 17:59:00 +0000

Edendale Pictures is pleased to announce that MOMz Hot ROCKs is currently at the Cannes Film Market with Breakaway Media International. May 12-21. 2010.

Arts in the One World conference presents MOMz Hot ROCKs and so much more

noreply@blogger.com (MomzHotRocks) — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 16:18:00 +0000

Arts in the One World is an annual gathering; this is the fifth convening. Pulling together students, faculty, practitioners and activists across disciplines, from immediate and international communities, framing presentations and conversations open to the school and the general public. AOW explore various ways artistic, political, and historical purposes intersect (through reconciliation, the recovery of historical memory, and advocacy for justice).

First convened in January 2006 by Erik Ehn, then Director of the Theater Department at CalArts, currently Head of Playwrighting at Brown University, this year the conference expanded to the Brown campus, March 17-21.

AOW is truly unique and conjures powerful moving dialogue, performance and presentations that give voice to those sometimes pushed aside, asunder or simply forgotten and ignored.

MOMz Hot ROCKs is truly grateful and honored to have been a small part, screening Saturday, March 21, 2010.

Anyone who has time to explore and be part of Arts in the One World will not only become more informed and aware of world communites, but will see and feel the direct connection we all share no matter what side the issue or world we are standing on.

Congratulations to Breakaway Media and Cigarette Girl

noreply@blogger.com (MomzHotRocks) — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:35:00 +0000

MOMz Hot ROCKs congratulates fellow Breakaway Media International film Cigarette Girl on being considered at SXSW for the Title Design Award: "Forget the Film-Watch the Titles" contest last week.

MOMz Hot ROCKs 8mm Bar, Berlin

noreply@blogger.com (MomzHotRocks) — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 15:30:00 +0000

ACTUNG BERLINERS:

8mm Bar and Breakaway Media present MOMz Hot ROCKs

Monday

February 15th, 2010

8:00 pm

during the European Film Market of the Berlinale.

Breaking tradition and screening MOMZ at this live music venue is our way of thinking outside the box, but also having a helluva lot of fun! So, please come, drink some great German beer and rock out with MOMZ HOT ROCKS

Location:

Schönhauserallee 1778

U-Bahn: Senefelderplatz

Breakaway International breaks out in Berlin 2010

noreply@blogger.com (MomzHotRocks) — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 15:27:00 +0000

Los Angeles: Industry veteran Mark Austin has announced that he will launch his new boutique international sales company, Breakaway Media, at the Berlin Film Festival and European Film Market in February. Austin, who was previously Head of Sales at Capitol Films/TH!NK Film International and Director of Distribution for Intermedia Film, has quietly been constructing the building blocks of the company and has secured financing from an undisclosed international financier.

The first film from Breakaway Media is PASSENGER SIDE, written and directed by Matthew Bissonnette (WHO LOVES THE SUN), starring Adam Scott (LEAP YEAR), and featuring a killer soundtrack with songs by Leonard Cohen, Dinosaur Jr., Evan Dando and Wilco. Following critically acclaimed screenings at the Toronto International Film Festival, Los Angeles Film Festival and London Film Festival, PASSENGER SIDE has been touted as “a thinking man’s Judd Apatow flick” by LA Weekly and “a poignant portrait of sibling rivalry and affection” by The Hollywood Reporter. PASSENGER SIDE has recently been named one of Canada’s Top Ten films of 2009 by the Toronto International Film Festival, and both the film’s producer Corey Marr and Bissonnette were selected this summer to participate in the Los Angeles Film Festival Fast Track program, which recognizes up and coming filmmakers on the rise. PASSENGER SIDE will screen at EFM on Feb. 13 and 15.

Also on Breakaway Media’s inaugural slate of films are Mike McCarthy’s comic book-based film noir CIGARETTE GIRL, which was singled out by The Hollywood Reporter as one of 5 Best Bets at the 2009 Comic-Con (screening Feb. 14 at EFM); Tony Elwood’s award winning horror film COLD STORAGE; and Kate Perotti’s hilarious music documentary MOMZ HOT ROCKS.

Said company founder and President Mark Austin, “I am excited to bring Breakaway Media and our slate to the EFM. Moving forward, by working with key agencies and producers, I will be able to package films in the budget range of $2 million - $10 million and to provide a steady stream of quality projects to the international marketplace.”

Betty Rulz

noreply@blogger.com (MomzHotRocks) — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 18:52:00 +0000

Betty, a longtime favorite worldwide darling band out of NYC put on a stellar holiday show Thursday night at the Highline Ballroom, Manhattan. Gloria Steinem, feminist extraordinaire, activist, writer and founder of Ms. magazine, was honored and made the evening's cause of collecting canned goods feel like icing on a cake. Always time to give more no matter where you are.

In addition, Betty was just featured on NPR last Saturday with Scott Simon. Amazing interview that shows how deep the band is bonded and still wildly creative.

MOMz Hot ROCKs the London Blogosphere

noreply@blogger.com (MomzHotRocks) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:38:00 +0000

Fresh from The Factory of London, "nifty things by the friendly people of moodboard,"

Deb Henderson has crafted and posted a hot rockin blog to the moodboard blog and the blogpaper.

MOMz Hot ROCKs the Naples International Film Festival

noreply@blogger.com (MomzHotRocks) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:46:00 +0000

The Naples International Film Festival, year one, is one of the most well run festivals I have seen. Kudos to the entire staff, especially Ellen Goldberg and Tim Smith who went above and beyond to make the festival one of the best fest experiences to date.

Special thanks to Nancy Stetson of the

SWFlorida Weekly who put together a fantabulous full page, front page of the Arts & Entertainment section spread and article of MOMz Hot ROCKs: the women of Mamapalooza.

Our very own Mensa member Rachel Yellow of Placenta was quoted "I was thinking about the mom thing. You're shoved into this box, and you're marginalized and silenced and alienated and exhausted and you have all of your resources stripped from you. And I was like, : Damn! That's like being punk rocker!"

Here's a pdf, look what a layout can do.

Today on Mom Culture

noreply@blogger.com (MomzHotRocks) — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 19:41:00 +0000

check this out.

www.momcultureonline.com

Lenore Rabatin did a lovely review and article on MOMz Hot ROCKs.

The site features a different artist every week this one was about developing one's inner ROCK STAR. Keep on the lookout of what promises to be a gaggle of laundry room bands from Minneapolis. Prince beware.

MOMz Hot ROCKs WON BEST DOCUMENTARY at RIIFF

noreply@blogger.com (MomzHotRocks) — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 18:18:00 +0000

How could we forget to blurt out that MOMz Hot ROCKs won the Viola M. Marshall Audience Award for Best Documentary at the Rhode Island International Film Festival last month?

It must be because of overwhelming humility.

In fact, I, Kate Perotti was at the festival, was outside of the awards banquet trying to say hello and thank you to the festival director George Marshall for putting on such a successful event in Providence when I saw that he was already on the podium speaking. It was a gorgeous summer day. My wonderful Aunt Madeline and Uncle Bill and Madeline's mother Ann were waiting in the car while I grabbed my posters from the filmmakers lounge. I couldn't see how I would win an award with 234 other great films in the festival and decided to spend my last day in Providence eating the local fare, visiting their friends house restoration projects, going to yard sales, and eating more local fare...

It was only two weeks ago that I found out MOMz Hot ROCKs got the Audience Award (tying with Rock Prophecies).

MOMz Hot ROCKs sailed through the RIIFF

noreply@blogger.com (MomzHotRocks) — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 20:12:00 +0000

MOMz Hot ROCKs friends and family literally sailed twice in Narragansett Bay

and motored once to Martha's Vineyard where the locals were anxiously awaiting the First Family's summer vacation.

I play/stayed in amazing Warwick Neck with my favorite peeps, somehow the word spread and MOMz Hot ROCKs screening at the RIIFF made the front page of the Warwick Beacon!

The Newport Mercury also reviewed it. I'll post the link when I get it.

The Rhode Island International Film Fest hosted a plethera of films throughout Providence.

Pat from the Mydols joined me for some of the festivities and screening.

Our mini thrill was meeting Ernest Borgnine,

Anne Meara, Jerry Stiller and Doris Roberts at the Federal Reserve Party last Friday night. They were having a ball together, all so fun, funny and kind.

All in all, we had a fab time in Providence, Rhode Island and beyond.

I can't wait to go back. I hope to show the film in women's studies departments. Rhode Island College is on the short list.

Thanks to everyone in Warwick Neck, you of course know who you are.

MOMz Hot ROCKs Salutes One Hot Mama; Grace Jones Rules

noreply@blogger.com (MomzHotRocks) — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 19:27:00 +0000

What a torrent of power, grace, beauty and humour, Ms. Grace Jones ruled the Hollywood Bowl last Sunday July 26, 2009. She looked beyond fabulous, looking more like an Olympic Athlete than anything else.

And what a surprise when she introduced her son! He, a grown man, was playing percussion on stage with the band. How cool is that. She and Yoko would make a great double bill in some wild space like the Tate Modern...

The show was a mix of a few classics, plus La Vie en Rose and new tracks from her soon to be released in the US album, "Hurricane." The LA crowd was fun as downloads have obviously made there way across the pond to our ears enabling several sing-a-longs. (lame wording for a great moments in music)

She makes the future look brighter for all of us.

MOMz LOVE FACIALS by KARINA

noreply@blogger.com (MomzHotRocks) — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 20:32:00 +0000

MOMz Hot ROCKs is now a FAN of FACIALS by KARINA in Los Angeles.

She is fantastic and your face will love the love.

Come spare yourself hours in front of a dim mirror dealing with mid summer face stress.
An hour with Karina and you will feel detoxified, energized and ready to combat the big city day.

Click into her site above and get the love.

MOMz to Naperville Independent Film Festival

noreply@blogger.com (MomzHotRocks) — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 00:39:00 +0000

Edendale Pictures is proud to announce acceptance of

MOMz Hot ROCKs into the 2009 Naperville Independent Film Festival, Sept 19-26, 2009.

Naperville is a great place, just outside of Chicago. My parents lived there when I was in college.

And Naperville is host to a Mamapalooza as well.

Knock Knock Kim Char-Meredith, MOMz Hot ROCKS is coming to your hood!

Hot July Daze call for some Water, get a MOMz Hot ROCKs Sigg Water Bottle

noreply@blogger.com (MomzHotRocks) — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 20:55:00 +0000

Thirsty in the hot July sun?

Click into CaféPress and order a cool enviro friendly water bottle. They are great all year round. They promise to lessen the universal plastic pile and remind you of your favorite mom rock movie at the same time.

Perfect for mid summer gifting.

Ahoy! To LandLocked it is!

noreply@blogger.com (MomzHotRocks) — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 22:46:00 +0000

MOMz Hot ROCKs is tickled to announce its acceptance into the

LandLocked Film Festival

in Iowa City, Iowa

August 27-30, 2009.

Stay tuned for the exact schedule.

Summer recipes inspired by Prince Edward Island – brought to you by Chef Michael Smith, host of Food Network’s Chef at Home and Chef Abroad

noreply@blogger.com (Rock Star Mommy) — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 03:42:00 +0000

Check out my interview with Chef Michael Smith and try his recipes:

Prince Edward Island Smoked Salmon with Pasta and Simple Lemon Dill Cream Cheese Sauce

This is one of the most popular dishes on my table. Our friends love its bright, familiar flavours and we love how easy it is to make. You can toss steaming, wet, just cooked pasta with melting cream cheese to form an incredibly smooth luxurious sauce. The smoked salmon adds extravagance balanced by other familiar flavours: dill, lemon, onion, mustard and capers. A five star dish for sharing!

Serves four

1 lb penne or your favourite shaped pasta like bowties, long pastas like spaghetti don’t work as well
1 cup room temperature cream cheese
1 bunch of fresh dill, chopped
4 green onions, sliced
1 lemon, juiced and zested
1 heaping spoonful of Dijon mustard
1/4 cup capers
8 ounces smoked salmon, or more
sprinkled sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil. Season it liberally with salt until tastes like a day at the beach on Prince Edward Island. As the pasta cooks it will absorb the salted water and become properly seasoned. Cook al dente, until the pasta is cooked through but still pleasantly chewy.

Scoop out some of the starchy cooking water. Drain the pasta but not quite all the way. Leave it a bit wet. Toss the pasta back into the pot along with a splash or two of the reserved water, perhaps a half-cup or so in total then immediately add the rest of the ingredients. While the pasta is still steaming hot it will easily melt the cream cheese and form a rich creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

Simply Steamed Island Blue Mussels with Three Different Flavours

Mussels are super simple to cook and travel with their own built-in sauce base. They’re easy to steam and when you do, they release a flavourful broth that many connoisseurs swear is the best part. That broth can be flavoured any way you care too so mussels are also a great ingredient to free style with.

Serves four

Five to six pounds of mussels, rinsed well with lots of cold running water
Choose 1 of the following three flavouring groups:

• A 12 ounce bottle of your favourite local beer, a sliced onion, a tablespoon of butter

• 1 cup of orange juice, 1 tablespoon of curry powder

• 1 cup of whatever wine you’re drinking, 1 tablespoon of mustard, 1 teaspoon of dried thyme, 1 tablespoon of butter

Wash the mussels very well and discard any that are open and wont close with a bit of gentle finger pressure.

Pour the liquid and other aromatic ingredients of your choice into a large pot with a tight fitting lid. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Add the mussels and cover with the lid. Shake the pot occasionally and cook until all the mussels have opened, ten minutes or so.

Spoon out the mussels into a serving bowl. Strain the remaining liquid to remove any broken shell or lingering sand in it. Serve with the mussels and lots of bread for soaking up the flavourful juice!

Organic Prince Edward Island Field Greens with Apple Vinaigrette & Pumpkin Seeds

A simple greens salad is both healthy and tasty. When you toss it yourself with local organic greens and a homemade dressing it can also be a powerful way to support sustainable food choices.

Serves four

Four handfuls of local, organic field greens
1/2 cup of toasted pumpkin seeds
1/4 cup of canola oil
2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon of local honey
1 teaspoon of any mustard
salt and pepper to taste

In a festive salad bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, honey and mustard until they form a smooth dressing. Toss the greens in the dressing until evenly and lightly coated. Sprinkle on the pumpkin seeds and any other of your favourite locally and seasonally inspired salad garnishes!

MOMz Hot ROCKs to MAKE WAVES IN VENTURA

noreply@blogger.com (MomzHotRocks) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:07:00 +0000

MOMz Hot ROCKs has a great slot in the Ventura Film Festival this weekend!

The calendar is now final. MOMz Hot ROCKs will show at the 2000 seat

Majestic Ventura Theater!

Friday July 3rd, 2009 at 4pm.

Thank you Ventura!

I am so personally thrilled. I am obsessed with surfing and surf films. I love them all but my favorite is Stacy Peraulta's Riding Giants (2004) which is showing Saturday in the same awesome theater, what an honor unto itself.

Plus, a blurb showed up in last Friday's VenturaCountyStar!

Love to see you there. Bring your board to catch a few waves.

VENTURA WAVES MOMZ HOT ROCKS IN

noreply@blogger.com (MomzHotRocks) — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 14:57:00 +0000

WOW VENTURA FILM FESTIVAL!

THANK YOU.

June 29th-July 5th, 2009

Ventura, CA

schedule tba today

QUICK FAST AND EASY. I am so looking forward to meeting everyone, showing the film and catching some waves on their lovely long beach breaks. Riding Giants is my favorite surf film, what a honor to see my film listing with picture next to it. Looks like the Ventura Film Fesival will have some great films to watch, check out the whole line up.