Constance Cherise

‘A Raisin in the Sun’ — Compelling, powerful, prolific

Sunday, February 3, 2019 Constance Cherise 0

“When do you think the time is to love somebody … it’s when he is at his lowest and he can’t believe in himself ’cause the world done whipped him so. When you start measurin’ somebody measure him right.”

‘The Wizard of Oz’ 80th anniversary: A return to the big screen at a theater near you!

Thursday, January 24, 2019 Constance Cherise 0

This classic is returning to the big screen Jan. 27-Feb. 3 at area theaters across the country, and locally in Londonderry, Merrimack and Hooksett. READ MORE

‘Gigi,’ the end of a glorious era

Sunday, January 6, 2019 Constance Cherise 0

Let’s start the beginning of the year with the end — the end of what most fans would agree is the last of the great movie musicals. READ MORE

It’s Déjà Vu all over again at this shop for outrageous oddities and extravagant finds

Wednesday, December 5, 2018 Constance Cherise 0

An admirer of nostalgia, I first discovered Déjà Vu Furniture and More about five years ago simply out of complete curiosity. Déjà Vu has a jaw-dropping effect on first-timers. Essentially, it’s like walking into the prop department of a motion picture studio, and within the first few moments of my visit a Rolodex of names flickered through my mind of people I should introduce this experience to. READ MORE

With Heart & Hand: Where Christmas magic lives on Elm Street

Wednesday, December 5, 2018 Constance Cherise 0

Years prior, while taking a walk in an attempt to familiarize myself with the city, I first came upon With Heart & Hand. Curious to find a country-charm facade surrounded by tattoo parlors and eclectic restaurants, the juxtaposition of its location was too intriguing to ignore. READ MORE

Travelogue: My unexpected glorious night at La Maison Bleue du Lac Wallace – C’est Si Bon!

Sunday, December 2, 2018 Constance Cherise 0

Celine Ducharme explained to me the origin of such an undertaking. A group of female friends decided that life would be more enjoyed growing older, together rather than apart, why not invest in a home where they could all attend to each other? READ MORE

‘It’s A Wonderful Life’: Holiday classic, and Jimmy Stewart at his best

Saturday, December 1, 2018 Constance Cherise 0

As a fan of classic film, I must confess that I have never seen It’s a Wonderful Life until researching for this article. Of course, as we all have, I’ve seen the advertisements for the film during the typical holiday line-up, but had no desire to actually watch it. READ MORE

Jon Thomas of Spider-Bite Inc. and the evolution of his tattoo empire: ‘He Who Dares Wins’

Sunday, November 11, 2018 Constance Cherise 0

However, this is not the final chapter in Thomas’ business career. He unrolls blueprints detailing his newest venture, that does not include the pain of a tattoo gun or piercing needles. Clearly seeing he has the ability to bring life to his dreams, Thomas’ next phase is the creation of Angel City Music Hall, located below Spider Bite, complete with bar, restaurant, and live acts of varying music genres. He expects the hall to be completed in approximately one year. READ MORE

Classic film review: ‘The Gang’s All Here,’ a Camp Classic

Wednesday, October 31, 2018 Constance Cherise 0

Known as a camp classic, the 1943 production of 20th Century Fox motion picture The Gang’s All Here, was mainly a vehicle to showcase the hottest starlet of the day, Carmen Miranda. READ MORE

Discovering the fascinating history of Canobie Lake Park’s storied ballroom

Monday, September 24, 2018 Constance Cherise 1

I came to learn more about Canobie Lake Park’s historic Ballroom, where icons including Ella Fitzgerald, Doris Day, Sarah Vaughn, Duke Ellington, Frank Sinatra and countless others graced the stage during its Big Band era. But I left with much more – including a real history of the venue, collecting a treasure-trove of back stories and anecdotes about one of New Hampshire’s best-loved attractions. READ MORE