Laura Randisi: September 2008 Archives

So, I haven't seen a movie in a real movie theater since, well, probably the last "Pirates" flick. I convinced, persuaded and then dragged my husband to see "Burn After Reading" the other weekend.

The Coen brothers' latest was stupidly hilarious, and with hardly a plot no less. It's only 96 minutes, so even if you leave your sense of humor at home, it won't be painful for long.

John Malkovich is the crazed CIA agent who jumps off the deep end when he's fired and his memoirs are stolen. The lady from "Fargo" will beg, borrow and steal for a new body. Nympho George Clooney looks wonderful (oh, and he can act, too). And Brad Pitt, well, he embodies a fitness instructor. Let the violence begin!

Brooks & Dunn canceled their Thursday night York Fair performance because Ronnie Dunn is ill, according to Gene Schenck, vice president of the fair.

The duo also canceled their next two shows in Pittsburgh and Chicago. Ticketholders will receive a full refund at the York Fair box office, 334 Carlisle Ave. in West Manchester Township. Call 848-2033 for details.

York Fair officials were informed Thursday afternoon that Danity Kane and special guest Jada will not perform Sept. 12 at Toyota Grandstand due to a scheduling conflict.

Tickets will be fully refunded at the York Fair Box Office, 334 Carlisle Ave. in West Manchester Township.

For details, call the box office at 848-2033.

Git-R ... oh, nevermind, you know how it goes. Larry the Cable Guy, redneck comedian extraordinaire, will return once more to the Grandstand to kick off this year's York Fair.

Larry has transcended the stage during his career as a stand-up, finding success in multiple mediums including movies, comedy albums, a book and multiple television specials.

Tickets are $40 and $45, and the York Fairgrounds is at 334 Carlisle Ave. in West Manchester Township. For details, visit www.yorkfair.com.