Are there any theatre shows in Milwaukee that do not star John McGivern? This guy is everywhere. I've never seen any of his work but I find his complete blanketing of the market to be annoying. Are we really a one actor town? And don't get me started on Pat McCurdy.

It's nice to see that they finally downgraded the BoDeans to the Miller Lite Oasis for Summerfest. Sure they are a popular local band but the Marcus Stage should be reserved for big acts. The BoDeans prime came and went with Party of Five anyway. Having said that, I'm not too impressed with the main stage acts yet. Pearl Jam is a good snag but what's the deal with Tom Petty. Maybe it's my memory but it seems he plays the main stage every year. Oh well, I usually stick to the beer stages anyway.

What's the deal with the fat guy dancing in "The Brew" commercial. Is it supposed to be funny? I find it annoying. Every time Milwaukee takes a step in the right direction, you get some jackass pulling us back into the stereotype of the fat, beer drinking idiots who wear foam cheese on their heads. Have you ever even seen a cheese factory? I haven't.