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Mad Men Takes A Sidetrip to Baltimore
As anyone who has walked by a New York City bus shelter in the last few days certainly knows, Mad Men returns to AMC for a third season on August 16. But while the omnipresent poster campaign ominously shows Don Draper drowning in his own office, producers have been extremely tightlipped about what’s going down on the show this season.
We did get this one travel-y tidbit from Baltimore Sun TV critic David Zurawik, who tells us that in the season opener, Draper will actually leave New York to spend some time in Baltimore.
Draper jolts down to B-More to visit his clients at the London Fog factory, reportedly spending the night at the Hotel Belvedere—you can check out this historic Beaux Arts building, although it’s been converted to condos—and of course grabbing dinner at the legendary Haussner’s Restaurant—another one that’s sadly, recently gone—although the space is currently for sale. Any fans want to snatch it up and open a Mad Men-themed restaurant? We'd be more than happy to have a highball there.
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He's Just Not That Into Baltimore
“He’s Just Not That Into You," the movie based on a book based on a line in “Sex and the City," is set in Baltimore but was primarily filmed in Los Angeles. They spent a few days filming in Charm City to sprinkle in some authenticity and gave the city plenty of shout outs but for the most part, the Baltimore in this Baltimore based flick is fake. Even the famous Domino Sugar sign that can be spotted through the window of Jennifer Aniston's apartment is nothing more than a backdrop on an L.A. soundstage. We've gathered a few tips for a taste of the real Baltimore.
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Movie Set Travel: Hairspray is From Baltimore
Get out your over-teased wig and lip gloss and get ready for Hairspray and John Travolta in a full-on female body suit. The popular John Waters film gets remade and released today to all your 60s dancing heart.
Appearances are made by everyone, including Michelle Pfeiffer, Christopher Walken, Amanda Bynes and Queen Latifah, and we're sure it's pretty true to the original version but looks a lot better on the big screen.
As we told you before, this version was shot entirely on set in Toronto, we offer you some fun things to do where the story is set, Baltimore!
Where To Stay: Celie's Waterfront Bed & Breakfast -- Check into this small cozy inn right on the waterfront and relax with your own private fireplace, hydro-thermo massage tub and access to the inn's private roof deck. Another perk? Parking is available a block and half away for just $7.00/day.
Where To Eat: The Brewer's Art -- This Mt Vernon establishment manages to pack romance in with their beer. There are two lively bars inside, however, the restaurant portion remains quiet despite the boozing locals. The menu is always changing and locals love the food. If you go, try the Resurrection, an amber ale.
1106 N. Charles Street, TEL: 410-547-6925
What to See: American Visionary Art Museum -- Head to this museum, the only of its kind in the country, where you can view works of art by visionaries - ie. those with no formal training. The current exhibit is entitled Home & Beast and focuses on the world being "one small hometown." Visionary stuff.
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The Chameleon City Steals "Hairspray" Filming From Baltimore
Planning to see "Hairspray," the new movie-musical version of John Waters' paean to his home city of Baltimore? Don't expect to see much of the city this time around. The original 1988 film, starring Ricki Lake and Waters muse Divine, was shot in Maryland's largest city (as have most of John Waters' movies).
But this time around, lured by the siren song of tax credits, the studio picked up and moved the production (including John Travolta, Queen Latifah, Michelle Pfeiffer and Christopher Walken to Toronto. The Canadian city is remarkably versatile, having previously stood in for Chicago (in "Chicago"), New York ("Cruel Intentions," "Dark Water") and Washington D.C. ("Man of the Year"). Waters says he's sorry the film wasn't shot in his hometown, but that at least they didn't change the opening song to "Good Morning, Toronto."
If you happen to be in Baltimore and want a real show, check out Illusions Magic Bar & Lounge. This new Federal Hill spot doesn't feature large-scale musical numbers, but the owner's son does card tricks and Houdini-esque escapes from atop the bar. Let's see someone make a movie about that!
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· Travel Stories in Toronto [Jaunted]
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