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Copyright: December 8, 2019
By: Laura Deni
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JEFFREY EPSTEIN, SEXUAL ABUSE LAW, RUMORS AND THOSE WHO PARTICIPATE



Jeffrey Epstein
The #MeToo movement spotlighted sexual misconduct in the workplace. The men involved were/are brilliant, successful, powerful and wealthy.

Convicted sex offender the late Jeffrey Epstein's current world headline making scandal also involves men who are powerful, wealthy and for a variety of reasons - successful. The women in the headlines didn't aqueous over fear of losing paychecks or employment; rather because they were underage.

Last week nine more women came forward claiming in a lawsuit that they were sexually abused by Epstein, with the incidents spanning from 1985 to 2007 — and involving children as young as 13, according to the lawsuit filed in Manhattan Supreme Court.

The women, who filed suit as Jane Does, assert they were between the ages of 13 and 23 when they were either sexually assaulted or raped by the multimillionaire, and in some cases, his associates.

The accusers’ lawyer, Jordan Merson, stated the alleged abuse occurred in New York City, Florida, New Mexico and the US Virgin Islands, resulting in the woman left with mental health issues including post-traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders and issues that led to attempted suicide.

Female were required to cross - not just state lines - but international boundaries. Numerous laws come into play and with high profile incidents come high prices attorneys.

According to International Human Rights Law taught by the University of Pavoda in Veneto, Italy one of Europe’s oldest and most prestigious seats of learning. Founded in 1222 as a school of law. Pavoda is the second-oldest university in Italy and the world's fifth-oldest surviving university.

The Lack of Consent of a Victim of Sexual Violence

In the Court’s Rules of Procedure and Evidence, Rule 63 establishes that the Court’s Chambers cannot require corroboration to prove the crimes they are investigating under the Court’s Statute, in particular, crimes of sexual violence.

In the past, there have been instances where a woman’s testimony was insufficient. Further evidence was required for such testimony to be admissible in court. To prevent this from reoccurring, Rule 63 was established. Under this statute, a woman’s testimony is regarded as sufficient to establish an act of sexual violence.

Another crucial and long-debated issue is the means to provide evidence of a victim’s lack of consent. The victim’s consent has actually been used as a defense against charges of rape and sexual violence.

Rule 70 and Consent

A new approach to consent was established by Rule 70. It has 4 key points:

Consent cannot be inferred by reason of any words or conduct of a victim where force, threat of force, coercion or taking advantage of a coercive environment undermined the victim’s ability to give voluntary and genuine consent;
Consent cannot be inferred where the victim is incapable of giving genuine consent.
Consent cannot be inferred by reason of the silence of, or lack of resistance by, a victim to the alleged sexual violence.
Credibility, character, or predisposition to sexual availability of a victim or witness cannot be inferred by reason of the sexual nature of the prior or subsequent conduct of a victim or witness.

Rules 71 and 72

Rule 71 restates that:

A Chamber shall not admit evidence of the prior or subsequent sexual conduct of a victim or witness.

This rule discourages a defense based on the victim’s consent. This is to avoid blame and re-traumatization of the victims who are, in some cases, repeatedly asked about the violence they underwent.

Rule 72 sets a specific procedure to be followed when there is the intention to introduce evidence on the victim’s consent. The intention should first be expressed to the Court. After which, the Chamber considers the probative value of the evidence, having regard for the opinion of the Prosecutor, the defense and victims (or their legal representatives). The Court then decides whether or not the evidence is admissible and if it is, for which purpose.

Prince Andrew, the Duke of York
Allegations in the Epstein scandal include those against Prince Andrew, the Duke of York which have rocked the royal household.

A statement released by Buckingham Palace after a BBC interview with Virginia Roberts, one of his accusers, states:

“It is emphatically denied that The Duke of York had any form of sexual contact or relationship with Virginia Roberts.

"Any claim to the contrary is false and without foundation.

“The Duke of York unequivocally regrets his ill-judged association with Jeffrey Epstein.

"Epstein’s suicide left many unanswered questions, particularly for his victims.

"The Duke deeply sympathises with those affected who want some form of closure.

"It is his hope that, in time, they will be able to rebuild their lives.

"The Duke is willing to help any appropriate law enforcement agency with their investigations if required.

“The Duke has already stated that he did not see, witness or suspect any behaviour of the sort that subsequently led to Jeffrey Epstein’s arrest and conviction".




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ART AND ABOUT



TWO LAST NIGHTS! SHOW BUSINESS IN GEORGIAN BRITAIN
Stage Door 1823 by William Heath
displayed throughout the whole Museum, this interactive exhibition delves into the mechanics of theatre and concert going in eighteenth and nineteenth century Britain. With more than 100 objects on display, discover the surprising similarities and astonishing differences between theatre and festival-going then and now, including advertising, ticket sales, audience behavior and dress code.

Going to a show flourished as a popular pastime in the eighteenth century and as a result the entertainment industry saw rapid expansion: many theatres were built and music festivals began in both London and the provinces. These growing forms of entertainment contributed to the vast range of audience experiences we know today.

Enjoy a fascinating glimpse of behind-the-scenes roles, from theatre managers, set designers and scenery-painters, to the refreshment sellers and ticket collectors. Learn how leading artists of the day, including Hogarth, Hayman and Lambert, crossed over into the world of show business as set designers and scenery painters.

Two Last Nights! explores key venues in London and the provinces, from the theatres of Drury Lane, Covent Garden and Richmond, to the Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens and the Foundling Hospital Chapel, as well as the provincial music festivals of other major cities in Britain.

The exhibition is divided into four sections.

Georgian Theatre
Highlights in this section include caricatures and drawings of Georgian audience members, who came to see and be seen. Original advertising, programmes and tickets are displayed alongside information about how Georgian audiences purchased tickets and detail the development of the modern-day ‘box office’.

Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens
An important highlight of the exhibition is an original eighteenth-century supper box painting, Devil to Pay, by Francis Hayman (1708-1776) which depicts the famous actress Kitty Clive.

Foundling Museum Chapel
Two Last Nights! reveals the importance of the Foundling Hospital Chapel as a music venue in Georgian Britain. George Frideric Handel was a fervent supporter of the Foundling Hospital and from 1749 he gave an annual benefit concert, raising thousands of pounds for the Hospital.

Music Festivals
Visitors can discover how performers capitalised on the summer season and logistical complexities of staging a music festival, including the transport of staging, singers and instruments between venues, travelling only by horse and cart.




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SWEET CHARITY



SETH MACFARLANE GIVES $1 MILLION TO RAINFOREST TRUST TO STOP DEFORESTATION
Seth MacFarland
perhaps best known for creating the hugely successful television shows Family Guy, which is currently celebrating its 20th anniversary, the winner of five Emmy Awards, six Grammy Award nominations and an Academy Award nomination for his work in television, music and film, through the Seth MacFarlane Foundation, he continues to be an avid supporter of science communication, the climate crisis, cancer research and equal rights for all.

“The science is clear on the connection between preventing deforestation and addressing the climate crisis. Rainforest Trust’s commitment to protecting habitat and its inherent biodiversity is fundamentally important. I wanted to support Rainforest Trust’s direct-action approach, and I hope others will join me in supporting this crucial work,” said MacFarlane. The Seth MacFarlane Foundation made the gift to Rainforest Trust’s Conservation Action Fund to support the work of establishing protected areas that prevent deforestation and protect habitat, work that is vital for the health, and the future, of the planet.

“Protecting intact forests is the best way to help species and our global ecosystem. Saving rainforests and tropical habitat has been our mission for more than 30 years. We are thrilled that Seth is adding his voice in support of our work. His trust in our ability and the positive impact we make is incredibly meaningful and motivating,” said Rainforest Trust Acting CEO Mark Gruin.

Rainforest Trust’s successful model builds partnerships with local conservation partners to facilitate conservation from the ground up. This year, Rainforest Trust has protected rainforests across the tropics including:

Peru – more than 100,000 acres of indigenous lands protected through land titling in the Peruvian Amazon
Ecuador – more than 2,000 acres of rainforest safeguarded in both the Ecuadorean Amazon and Chocó (We stern slope of the Andes)
Democratic Republic of the Congo – more than 117,000 acres in community reserves in the Congo Basin, a vast rainforest with little formal protection.

JON BON JOVI'S FOUNDATION
Jon Bon Jovi
third nonprofit Soul Kitchen Community Restaurant at Rutgers University's Newark Campus, the school announced. Bon Jovi attended a groundbreaking ceremony at the school on November 22, 2019 ahead of the restaurant's scheduled grand opening on January 22, 2020 with the eatery opening to the public the following day.

The foundation already has two restaurants located in Red Bank and Toms River New Jersey which have fed nearly 106,000 people, with 46 percent of the meals being meals earned by volunteering and 54 percent paid for by donations, according to the organization.

Rutgers and the JBJ Soul Kitchen cited growing rates of food insecurity on college campuses as a motivation behind the new location.

Recent national studies have found that over 30% of students at four-year institutions experience food insecurity. In response to the growing rate of students struggling with food insecurity, JBJ Soul Kitchen, Rutgers University-Newark and Gourmet Dining, have partnered to open JBJ Soul Kitchen RU-N on campus at the Robeson Center, Rutgers said in a statement.

"JBJ Soul Kitchen RU-N is a non-profit community restaurant where locally-sourced ingredients, dignity and respect are always on the menu. Our model is unique, in that we ask paying guests from the campus community to make a minimum donation of $12 to eat a delicious and healthy three-course meal. Guests pay with cash, credit card, raider or dining dollars, and are encouraged to pay it forward by making an additional donation or volunteering to cover a meal for a guest in need. "If guests are unable to pay, we invite them to learn how they can be part of the JBJ Soul Kitchen RU-N community by volunteering at the restaurant or elsewhere on campus."

THE ROYAL FILM PERFORMANCE
Elegant couple Prince Charles and his wife Duchess Camilla attend the gala screening. Photo: PA/Clarence House
and World Premiere of a Charity Gala Screenings of Sam Mendes’ latest war film 1917, took place in the presence of Prince Charles and Duchess Camilla on December 4 at Leicester Square in London.

The Prince of Wales is Patron of The British Film Institute and is an avid supporter of those working in the film and television industry. 1917 tells the story of two British soldiers, who are tasked with delivering a message across enemy territory.

Before taking their seats, the royal couple were given programs for the film by Celia Chapman, sister of lead actor Dean-Charles Chapman. The charity event has also previously been attended by The Queen and The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. The Queen has attended on several occasions, including the 1962 film premier of West Side Story and the 1978 premier of Close Encounters of the Third Kind.

The first Royal Film Performance took place at the Empire Cinema in Leicester Square in 1946, and was attended by King George VI, Queen Elizabeth, Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret. Past performances have included Titanic’ The Battle of the River Plate; The Other Boleyn Girl and The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel.

The Royal Film Performance raises money for the Film and TV Charity. "We’re the charity working behind the scenes of the film, television and cinema industry in the UK. From research to writing, through casting and production, to editing, sales, distribution and exhibition, we support the lives of everyone involved. When the credits roll and everyone goes home, we’re there, 24/7, helping people to overcome obstacles and reach their potential.

"Money raised will help us develop programs to improve mental health support for our sector. It will also help us run services like our Film and TV Support Line, a completely free, 24/7 helpline for issues including debt, depression and harassment."

TRU LOVE BENEFIT: FOLLOW YOUR ART, FULFILL YOUR DREAMS HONORING JAMES MORGAN AND HALEY SWINDAL takes place this afternoon, Sunday, December 8, 2019 at Caroline's on Broadway, NYC.

"The event honors James Morgan, Producing Artistic Director of The York Theatre who will receive TRU's Spirit of Theater Award in celebration of his selfless dedication to musical theater, both its history and its future; and performer and producer Haley Swindal who will receive the TRU Entrepreneur Award for successfully balancing her career as a theater, film and concert performer with a passion for producing, as well as her generous mentoring and support of so many."

The show and awards ceremony will be directed by Will Nunziata, concert director for Platinum recording artist Jackie Evancho, Tony Award winner Lillias White, Broadway's Haley Swindal, and Soul Train Award winner Nicole Henry. Music director will be Tracy Stark, 11-time MAC Award winner for Music Director, Piano Bar Entertainer, and Song of the Year; Bistro Award winner for Musical Direction; Cabaret Hotline's Songwriter of the Year Award winner.

Performers include Jekyll and Hyde composer Frank Wildhorn who joins Jekyll and Hyde revival star and American Idol finalist Constantine Maroulis, Nancy Anderson, Petra D'Jamin Bartlett, legendary lyricist Tony winner Sheldon Harnick, writer André Catrinis, Jessica Hendy, writer Allan Knee, Desi Oakley, producer/performer Jana Robbins, Conor Ryan, Allie Trimm and Tony winning director and lyricist Richard Maltby Jr..

The hosts for the afternoon are Broadway's Lee Roy Reams and sports broadcaster Suzyn Waldman.

The event starts with a cocktail hour with passed hors d'oeuvres, plus relaxing chair massages provided by Oasis Day Spa, followed by a three-course luncheon. The performance will include a live auction with bids taken for Yankee Legends Suite baseball tickets, Hamilton tickets, a seven night/eight day Uniworld European River Cruise for two including transfers and shore excursions, as well as an $11,000 eight-night Crystal Cruises Canada cruise.

TRU created the Spirit of Theater Award in 2001 to recognize members of the theater producing community who have shown exceptional generosity of spirit, helping TRU itself and also giving opportunities to up-and-coming members of the theater community, with a special focus on aspiring producers. The TRU Entrepreneur Award was created in 2010 to acknowledge and encourage self-producing artists; the intention has broadened to recognize the initiative of a range of successful producing artist members of the community.


SPREADING THE WORD



FASHION ICONS WITH FERN MALLIS: BILLY PORTER From his Tony-winning portrayal of the big-hearted drag queen Miss Lola in Kinky Boots to his groundbreaking Emmy nominated role on FX’s Pose to his joy-sparking cover of “I’m Gonna Wash That Man Right Outta My Hair,” Billy Porter brings truly iconic, activist style to everything he touches.

And now he’s caught the attention of fashion gurus with bold and stylish moments on the red carpet. Fern Mallis sits down with the Grammy-winning recording artist/activist/Broadway star/style maven/composer/director/playwright for a career conversation about the people and the events that brought him to where he is today. Join them for an evening of activism, inspiration and liberation. Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at 92nd Street Y in New York City.

WHEEL OF FORTUNE pulled it together in exemplary form after Pat Sajak was rushed into emergency surgery on November 8, even as the audience was waiting for the Wheel taping to begin. One taping was canceled but the rest remained on schedule as Vanna White - whose job skills have been touted as her ability to put on a different dress for every taping and her knowledge of the alphabet based upon a light in a square - took over as host - brilliantly rising to the occasion.

Led on stage by a bevy of Disney characters, the effect was charming. Having the Disney characters take over the Vanna White letter turner role was sheer genius. The three weeks of Vanna hosting shows begin airing on Monday, December 9, 2019.

As for Sajak, when he was able to attend a game of his beloved Washington Capitals, as he did accompanied by his daughter and get clever on Twitter - as he did over Thanksgiving - you know he's recovered.

On November 28, 2019 Zajak posted: At our Thanksgiving meal today we discussed politics (“Who votes for more cranberries?”), gender issues (“Is that a boy bird or a girl bird?”) and climate change (“That oven is making it warm in here!”). Hope you’re having a good one, too! — Pat Sajak (@patsajak) November 28, 2019

THE PRINCE'S TRUST CHRISTMAS CONCERT in association with Cunard takes place Thursday, December 12, 2019. It's an evening of festivities in the stunning setting of St Marylebone Parish Church in London.

Along with some very special guests, you will have the opportunity to join in some well-known carols led by the St Marylebone Parish Church organist and choir, as well as experience our very own Prince’s Trust Community Choir. There will also be readings and songs from Prince’s Trust Celebrity Ambassadors, including George Shelley and Joely Richardson.

This will be followed by an exclusive VIP drinks and canapé reception at St Marylebone CE School.

THE HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS celebrated the 4th annual “World Trick Shot Day,” by raising the bar when Hammer Harrison made the first-ever trick shot while skydiving. The Globetrotters will launch their “Pushing the Limits” World Tour this month, as they bring over 300 games to more than 250 North American cities.

IRON & COAL: A SURVIVOR’S JOURNEY composer and performer Jeremy Schonfeld talks about his upcoming multimedia rock-opera, Iron & Coal, which takes its inspiration from his father’s memoir of being a Holocaust survivor, in conversation with 92Y’s Rabbi Peter Rubinstein. Schonfeld discusses the creative process in bringing Iron & Coal to life, the history of his family during and immediately following their internment at Auschwitz and performs numbers from the show. ?

"A searing rock-opera, Iron & Coal zeros in on the relationship between a father and son in the shadow of the Holocaust. Schonfeld weaves together his personal experiences with excerpts from his father’s memoir Absence of Closure. The ghosts of a vanished world mix with the present, brought to life through animation, a rock band, an orchestra, and multigenerational choruses to celebrate the indomitable spirit of our ancestors and the legacy we carry with us.?"

Iron & Coal premiered at Strathmore in 2018 and will be part of the upcoming Prototype Festival in NYC in January 2020. It was commissioned and developed by Strathmore and Beth Morrison Projects.

Tuesday, December 17, 2019 at 92nd Street Y in New York City.




OTHER PEOPLE'S MONEY



A RANSOMWARE ATTACK took place on The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey’s (STNJ) database and ticketing system. last week-end, which was the eve of the run of A Christmas Carol. According to a release: "The attack was widespread, hitting several companies of various types and sizes in the immediate area and beyond, including the Museum of Early Trades and Crafts, also in Madison. STNJ has confirmed that no patron data has been compromised in any way, and the run of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol will continue as planned, through December 29th.

While patron data remains encrypted and invulnerable to the perpetrator, the data is still inaccessible to STNJ staff, including the Ticket Office. This will make ticketing A Christmas Carol a very challenging endeavor for the company, and so in order to continue their current run of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, STNJ is asking patrons who currently hold tickets to email the Box Office at SaveOurSeats@ShakespeareNJ.org with their name, performance date and time and seat locations. This will allow STNJ to gather information on which seats are still available for sale. STNJ is dedicated to completing a successful run as planned, and will, at the very least, be able to offer seating for day-of ticket buyers once those with reserved seating have been identified and/or seated.

Artistic Director Bonnie J. Monte said, “This ransomware attack has threatened our very existence. As one of America’s most renowned Shakespeare theatres, and one of New Jersey’s most important cultural institutions, we are determined that the show will go on!"

VIACOM AND CBS merger was announced as completed on December 4, 2019. The union has more than $28 billion in revenue and 4.3 billion cumulative TV subscribers around the globe.

The new ViacomCBS portfolio includes a broadcast network (CBS), a movie studio (Paramount), a premium cable network (Showtime), several basic cable networks (among them, MTV, Nickelodeon, Pop TV, Paramount Network, VH1, TV Land, BET and CMT), a number of streaming services (including CBS All Access, Pluto TV, CBSN and BET+) and a book publisher (Simon & Schuster).

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HARRY CONNICK, JR - A CELEBRATION OF COLE PORTER s conceived and directed by Harry Connick, Jr.

"Featuring a vibrant, 25-piece orchestra and a modern, multi-media presentation, this entirely new production brings back to Broadway both the magic of Cole Porter's compositions and one of the world’s most celebrated live performers. Connick will delight audiences with a signature style while celebrating Porter’s peerless contribution to the Great American Songbook." A national tour will kick off in the 2020-21 season following the Broadway engagement.

Scenic design by Beowulf Boritt and Alexis Distler, projection design by Beowulf Boritt and Caite Hevner, and lighting design by Ken Billington.

Harry Connick Jr—A Celebration of Cole Porter had its world premiere at the Durham Performing Arts Center on September 21st.

Currently in previews, opening night is set for Thursday, December 12th at the Nederlander Theatre in New York City.

AUNT AGNES FOR CHRISTMAS by Norm Foster.

Directed by Patricia Vanstone.

It's two days before Christmas in the topsy-turvy Trimble household when George and Sally and their children Melissa and Brian receive an unexpected visit from George's Aunt Agnes - the only problem is, George didn't know he had an Aunt Agnes.

As the wise-cracking aunt settles in for the holidays, 14-year old Melissa begins to suspect there's more to Aunt Agnes than meets the eye.
,br> Starring an all-star Niagara cast: Nora McLellan as Aunt Agnes; Kelly Wong as George Trimble; Cosette Derome as Sally Trimble; Kate Peters as Melissa Trimble and Hayden Neufeld as Brian Trimble.

December 11-22, 2019 at The Recital Hall, the First Ontario Performing Arts Centre (PAC) St. Catharines, ON, Canada.

PUMPGIRL By Abbie Spallen.

Directed by Nicola Murphy.

Starring Hamish Allan-Headley, Labhaoise Magee, and Clare O'Malley.

In a gas station in Northern Ireland, barely north of the border, Pumpgirl gets few customers beyond lecherous men and cruel women who remark on her tomboyish appearance. She has struck up a friendship with “no helmet Hammy” – an amateur stock-car racer. As Hammy’s wife, Sinead, stays home alone, she simmers with rage over her isolated existence. On Hammy’s birthday, their lives become perilously intertwined, leaving them face-to-face with a desperate future.

In The W. Scott McLucas Studio Theatre at Irish Rep in New York City has been extended through January 12, 2020.

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WHO'S WHERE





BILLY JOEL stars Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at Madison Square Garden, New York City.

ELTON JOHN opes a several night stand at the Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne, VI, Australia on Caperforms Tuesday, December 10, 2019. Other shows are on Wednesday, December 11 - Saturday, December 14 and Sunday, December 15, 2019.

DARLENE LOVE a Rock & Roll Hall of Famer will perform Saturday, December 14, at Kean University's Wilkins Theatre in Union, New Jersey.

BRYAN ADAMS has a busy week with a show Monday, December 9, at the on WiZink Center, Madrid, Spain. Tuesday's stop is at the Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC), Barakaldo, Spain. Wednesday's gig is at the Palau Sant Jordi, Barcelona, Spain. Friday finds him at the Hallenstadion, Zürich, Switzerland,. On Saturday he stars at the Unipol Arena, Bologna, Italy. Next Sunday, December 15, he can be enjoyed at the Mediolanum Forum Assago, Assago, Italy.

TAYLOR SWIFT participates at Z100's Jingle Ball 2019 at Madison Square Garden in New York City on Friday, December 133, 2019.

OMAR KAMAL dubbed the Arab Frank Sinatra brings together stunning repertoires and emotional hits for one enchanting evening. December 15, 2019 at Dubai Opera in Dubai, UAE.

FINAL OVATION



RON LIEBMAN Emmy and Tony award winning actor died December 6, 2019 in New York City from complications of pneumonia. He was 82.

The New York City native was best known for winning a Best Actor Tony Award in 1993 for his performance as Roy Cohn in Angels in America. Fans also know him as the voice of Ron Cadillac in Archer and for playing Rachel's (Jennifer Aniston) rich and short-tempered father on the hit sitcom Friends.

Leibman also won a Primetime Emmy Award for his role as Martin 'Kaz' Kazinsky in his short-lived crime drama series Kaz.

Leibman was married twice. His first wife was actress Linda Lavin, to whom he was married from 1969 to 1981 In 1983, he married actress Jessica Walter who survives him.


















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