THE DALLAS POST Sunday, February 3, 2008 ROCK Continued from Page 1 ronto, Canada in October. In the paper, he analyzes William Gib- son’s science-fiction trilogy which includes the novels “Neu- romancer,” “Count Zero” and “Mona Lisa Overdrive.” He ar- gues that, even though the envi- ronments in the books are sup- posed to be dystopias, there are groups who resist it and there are utopian impulses. Wright does research because he has a love for intellectual in- quiry and also feels it is part of his job. “Being a faculty member at a university is more than the time ‘you spend in the classroom,” Wright said. “If you didn’t do anything outside of school, what would you have to offer?” Wright obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree from Kenyon Col- lege in Ohio and a Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy de- grees from the University of Wis- consin-Madison. Formerly of Chicago, he joined Misericordia University in 1988 as a professor in the history department. He did his graduate work on French history and specializes in it and has done research in cultural and intellectual history and cultural studies. CHARLOTTE BARTIEK/ FOR THE DALLAS POST Dr. David Wright, associate professor of history and chairman of the history department at Misericordia University, has publish- ed a book on musical rock lyrics. Wright and his wife, Trish, have two children, Dominic, 9, and Vivian, 4. He enjoys listen- ing to music and spending time with his family. He has served on the board of Wyoming Valley Montessori School where his children go to school and is co- treasurer of the vestry at Prince Music Box creates academy for young adults The Music Box Repertory Company announces the cre- ation of a Musical Theater Acade- my for Young Adults. Since the Playhouse was opened in 1981, the troupe has re- ached out to younger residents of Northeastern Pennsylvania and featured them in many of its most successful productions. In the years following, the work of Mu- sic Box performers has been seen on television, Broadway, off- Broadway and in regional venues all over the United States. Beginning on March 25, the same knowledge shared with those successful performers will be shared with a whole new gen- eration of young adults, ages 13 to 18. Classes will overflow with important performance tips and etiquette, stagecraft skills and practical knowledge along with providing fun stage experience and extensive training in how to audition. In addition to attending classes and receiving invaluable tips, graduates will participate in a very special, full-scale public performance. All instruction will be provided by some of the Music Box’s most recognizable adult performers, state-certified educators and the- atrical veterans overseen by Deb- bie Zehner, an experienced teach- er, performer and president of the non-profit theater’s board of di- rectors. Faculty members already com- mitted to the project include Mi- chael Gallagher, Kevin Costley, John Owen Kennedy, H. Blaine McKeown, Jennifer Rogers, Joan Moyer, Ron Araya and Zehner with other familiar faces provid- ing additional instruction and some surprise guest appearanc- es. In order to facilitate individual- ized instruction, class sizes will be strictly limited. Please contact the box office at 283-2195. of Peace Episcopal Church in Dallas. He also likes to travel, watch movies, go to Chicago, dine on gourmet food and is cur- rently taking a Pilates class. CHURCH BRIEFS “Souper Bowl lunch planned at CUMC A “Souper Bowl of Caring” soup and sandwich lunch will be held at noon on Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 3, at the Center Moreland United Methodist Church, Creamery Road. Those wishing to participate are asked to call 333-4226 for information as to what to bring. Fat Tuesday Pancake Supper slated The Courtdale United Metho- dist Church will conduct an All You Can Eat Pancake Supper from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 5, at the Church, 225 Courtdale Ave., Courtdale. Fat Tuesday is the traditional celebration before the beginning of the Lenten season on Ash Wednesday. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for children under 12. Contact any church member for tickets or call Roberta Trud- gen at 288-6771. Ash Wednesday service scheduled Rev. Roger E. Griffith, pastor of Trinity Presbyterian Church, Alpine F a better way to.. Comm Brought Right looring/ shops home [070] £53 Dele] Now, at no extra cost, enjoy the time-saving convenience (OI MeIUI@ 1g Lo] o WAN & 5 [0114 [=RSITVITOT IN [VES Qot-UNUISR (olTol a I=Yo [VI [R= Ta appointment. Our design consultant will bring beautiful (or=1gel-I i= (ale Rilelo] ES Rigel ae ]V [Mg l=1le] aloo] gq lo ele Ki (el (Helo | a1 Me} your door when it’s convenient to you! 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To place orders, please call 675-1860 or 3334193. Pick up time is between 2 and 6 p.m. at the church. Loyalville church plans meat loaf dinner A Baked Meat Loaf Dinner & Bake Sale will be held from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 9, at the Loyalville United Metho- dist Church. Ticket prices are $8 for adults and $3.50 for children under 12. Take-outs are available and may be reserved by calling 477-3521 and leaving a message with your name, phone number and the number of dinners you are re- questing. lm Church conducts daffodil sale The Lehman-Idetown Uni Methodist Church is conducti its annual American Cancer Society Daffodil sale. Cost of the daffodils is $8 for a bunch of 10 flowers, $15 for a vase with a 10-flower bunch or $25 for a 10" bear (Bea R. Hope) with a 10- flower bunch. Orders can be given to Jayne at 639-5051. Deadline to order is February 10. Delivery date is March 30. New grief support group forms The new Grief Relief group # that was formed recently will ¥ meet at 9 a.m. on the first Sat- urday of every month at the Center Moreland United Metho- dist Church, Creamery Road, Center Moreland. The group is open to the public. For informa- tion, call Pastor Drew Cottle at 333-4354. Dates for the next several months are February 3, March 2, April 6 and May 4. — sr el A You Want Perfection, Try < Our Sicilian Style Pizza, Our Wings & Other Menu Items Eat In Or Take Out! [SAL Pizza Perfect To advertise in The Dallas Post Call Christie at 829-7111