"Defiance"
      Directed by: Edward Zwick Starring: Daniel Craig, Liev Schreiber, Jamie Bell, Mark Feuerstein Rated: R (for adult language, violence) Running time: 137 minutes Best suited for: WWII history buffs,
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Redwood Middle School presents, 'You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown'
By Cary Ginell Soundthink@aol.com
      The young thespians of Redwood Middle School presented "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" last week in a touching and whimsical performance of the show devoted to the lovable characters from the hugely successful "Peanuts" comic strip. Thousand Oaks High School donated its Performing Arts Center for the performances.
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A tribute to tribute bands
      Since the nation began tightening its collective economic belt, most live music venues and performers have suffered. Tribute bands, however, have managed to weather the economic storm and are even thriving within this dismal financial environment with sold-out shows and increased demand.
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Youth orchestras to perform on Sunday
      The Conejo Valley Youth Orchestras will present their first concert of the year at 3 p.m. Sun., Jan. 25 in the Fred Kavli Theater at the T.O. Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd. The concert is titled "Overtures, Dances, Toccatas and Fugues" and will include a finale of the "1812 Overture" by Tchaikovsky.
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