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Articles in Arts & Entertainment

How to Drum Creatively

By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor

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Drumming is a skill, and it can be very technical. Beginners learn the basics of keeping a beat and using both hands to create the sound simultaneously. This can take quite a bit of time to master, but once you have the technicalities down you ... more »

How to Duck the Works of William Shakespeare

By lisadee

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Ever feel like the collected works of the Bard are hitting you upside the head? Here's a quick solution... more »

How to Eat Green Eggs and Ham

By virtualibrarian

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Do you like that Sam-I-am? Do you like green eggs and ham?.. more »

How to Edit a Movie Scene

By Eric J. Seidman

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The scene has been shot and the footage has just been given to the editor. The director needs a copy of the scene by tomorrow and you have not been on-set at all to see what has happened. Follow this tutorial and you will know exactly what to do ... more »

How to Edit a Poem

By Karen Silvestri

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The secret to good writing is re-writing. Every good author knows this fact about writing yet we all tend to not want to edit and rewrite. Think of your first draft as the scaffolding, the framework of the poem. After erecting the scaffolding, ... more »

How to Edit a Scene in a Film Screenplay

By Ann Casano

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Henry James wrote, "You must be willing to kill all your precious darlings." During the editing process, a writer must make some brutal decisions. A feature length screenplay is traditionally 120 pages and events must occur at specific act ... more »

How to Edit a Story by an ESL Author

By ValerieDavid

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Working with an ESL author can be challenging, but also very rewarding. Writers of different cultures and countries bring new perspectives and ideas to fiction--all they need is a patient editor to help them articulate their vision in English. ... more »

How to Edit Out the Clichés in a Manuscript

By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor

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Don't let overused phrases and tired-out plot lines land your manuscript submission at the top of an editor's rejection pile. Before you send your manuscript to an editor, read through it very carefully to eliminate as many clichéd terms and ... more »

How to Egyptian Twist : Advanced Belly Dancing Lessons, Moves and Technique

By expertvillage

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Learn to perform the Egyptian Twist in this free how-to video clip lesson on advanced belly dancing technique... more »

How to Embellish a Mini-Comic

By Jennifer Walker

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Perhaps the thought of a black-and-white quarter-page-sized mini-comic does not inspire your creative soul to somersault. Maybe you're heading to a Con and would like your mini-comic to stand out from the others. Reminders about quality content ... more »

How to Engage in Creative Writing

By David Snyder

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Writing has never been an easy proposition, and we all receive inspiration uniquely. Based on this truth, I've found the following steps useful for me in the task of creative writing... more »

How to Enjoy a Concert at Atlanta's Chastain Park Amphitheater

By christinevand

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You haven't fully experienced Atlanta until you've attended a concert at Chastain Park Ampitheater, an outdoor music venue that allows for listening, dining and drinking under the stars. It's a unique experience, and one that is best enjoyed if ... more »

How to Enjoy a Drive-In Movie Theater

By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor

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Drive-in movie theaters used to be the rage of the fifties and sixties but they still exist in every U.S. state to this day. They might be hard to find but they are worth the trip and the time, if only for nostalgic reasons. With indoor movie ... more »

How to enjoy a Movie

By BrokenGirl

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I am going to teach you how to fully experience a movie and enjoy it...I am choosing the 80s movie- Heathers, but you may choose whatever you like, I am just going to give you some ideas..... more »

How to enjoy a Rose

By BrokenGirl

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"Stop and smell the roses" is a very smart cliche but that is what most people need how to do in their busy lives so here's how..... more »

How to Enjoy an Outdoor Concert in Asheville, North Carolina

By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor

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Asheville, North Carolina is a very popular vacation spot. There are many attractions as well as opportunities to see live music outdoors. The area is known for bluegrass and folk music but there are a variety of different types of outdoor ... more »

How to Enjoy an Outdoor Concert in Philadelphia

By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor

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Summer nights in Philadelphia are filled with outdoor entertainment. You can enjoy an outdoor concert in The City of Brotherly Love for free almost every night of the week during the warmer months. Go solo, or get together with friends and family ... more »

How to Enjoy an Underdog Sports Hero Film

By LauraBelle

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One of the most dramatic genres of films is the underdog sports hero films. They don't always have to be dramatic, considering the very comedic The Bad News Bears with Walter Matthau, but in more recent years they have all seemed to fall towards ... more »

How to Enjoy Harry Potter on a Deeper Level

By Sadie's Mom

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I'll admit it. I'm a Potterhead. I wish I had attended Hogwarts, and I wish my daughter could get accepted there too. But alas, we are muggles and won't have that opportunity. But that doesn't mean you can't read Harry Potter over and over again, ... more »

How to Enjoy Judd Apatow Films

By Krystal Clark

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Judd Apatow is a writer, producer and director of American television and film. He has produced several successful comedies such as “Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy”, “The 40 Year Old Virgin” and “Knocked Up”... more »

How to Enjoy Opera (and/or impress others while trying...)

By Audrey M. Brown

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If you think Pavarotti is the name of a pasta and Don Giovanni is a character from The Godfather, then this is the article for you. Opera is more accesable than you may think, and it's easier to enjoy than you might have imagined. Follow these ... more »

How to Enjoy Your Local Art Museum

By tracydo

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Chances are you live near a museum. This untapped resource can enrich your life and connect you with the community. Plus visiting museums is a kick! Here are some tips on how to enjoy your local art museum... more »

How to Enter Writing Contests

By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor

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If you have a story or poem, don't keep it to yourself!.. more »

How to Entertain Yourself During a Speech by George W. Bush

By Targeter5

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The 2008 election promises a reprieve from the incredibly bad oratory of George W. Bush. But there's still lots of time between now and then. How in the world will you make it through hours of his painful mispronunciation and borderline baby ... more »

How to Establish a Good Rapport with Your Television Executive Producer

By Tomiko Cary

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Establishing a good rapport with your executive producer is a great way to stay connected in the television industry. Here are six steps to get you started... more »