Sep 19, 2006
Photoanalyzing Freud
On June 4, 1938, Sigmund Freud fled his home in Vienna after the Nazis arrested and interrogated his daughter, Anna, for five hours. As a Jew, Freud probably would have escaped earlier if not for his ill health (he was diagnosed with cancer of the jaw and palate in 1922). But it also would have been hard for him to leave his home of 50 years, where he practiced and made his couch famous (pictured)….
May 03, 2006
Summer Tours Coming Our Way
Along with lilac and hyacinth, the sweet sweet smell of summer concerts is in the air. Here’s a breakdown of some exciting dates so far. >> Belle & Sebastian, Broken Social Scene & Ted Leo + Pharmacists, Merriweather, July 8. If you’re interested, the belle tix presale started today. Tickets go on sale en masse this Saturday at 10 a.m., via Ticketmaster or the Merriweather or 9:30 Club box offices. >> Wolfmother’s been doing their…
Jun 12, 2005
Previously at DCist: Hot Hot Weekend Edition
Good evening, D.C. This weekend was certainly hot. Capital Weather’s forecast indicates more of the same, with a chance of storms for much of the week. And there’s good news for the Nationals — their winning streak now stands at 10 wins. This photo, taken by Remain Fabulous and posted in DCist Photos, is of Saturday evening’s Annual Pride Parade, which was part of the 30th anniversary of Capital Pride In some quick news items…