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Bruce Tucker

As a young boy, my father worked at a sawmill where I spent many weekends around the rich smell of fresh cut lumber. A division of the mill made small furnishings and that is where my passion started. My father memorably used to tell me "Son, the best way to add value to a piece of lumber is to make it into beautiful furniture". That phrase stuck with me and indirectly set me on a path that led to today. There is no better room in a house to take your imagination and exemplify it into your home than a theater room. The joy of movies with your family in the ideal environment is hard to beat. In my spare time, I enjoy eating well, staying fit and most of all being a Dad.

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Convert VHS to DVD

Converting your VHS tapes to DVD can help your home movie memories last forever, breathing new life into your nostalgic history. There are several ways to convert VHS tape to DVD, allowing you to watch your new DVD home movies as much as you like! Team up your new DVD home movies with the perfect choice in home theater seating…
Bruce Tucker
July 22, 2022
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A History of Movies in the USA

Everyone loves a good movie night. Films have been a part of our lives for well over a century now, and with increases in animation, technology, and computer-generated imagery, improvements to the film industry and quality of movies and TV shows seem boundless. But how did we get here? The history of film is a wide and fascinating topic and…
Bruce Tucker
July 2, 2021
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A History of the Globe Theater

The Globe Theater brings to mind stage plays, Shakespeare, and London. It’s one of those classic theatrical buildings, taking its place among the likes of the Sydney Opera House, the Bolshoi, and the Palais Garnier. Theater and stage performances have long been important sources of entertainment and enjoyment, and Shakespeare has been a king of the realm of theatrics for…
Bruce Tucker
June 2, 2021
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Best and Worst Internet Access

The U.S. Cities with the Best and Worst Internet Access The internet is a powerful and omnipotent presence in modern society, and quarantines have only fueled its importance.In fact, Stanford research shows that a staggering 42% of the U.S. labor force was working from home in June of 2020. The ability to work from home has proven crucial in helping…
Bruce Tucker
February 10, 2021
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The Cultural Evolution of Theater

The theater has been present in various forms and cultures for at least 2,500 years. In many locations, theater as performance evolved from other ideas and customs, such as events honoring gods and mythical creatures. However, due to the enjoyment people got from performing and watching such displays, it didn’t take long for theatrical performance to develop into a standalone…
Bruce Tucker
December 10, 2020
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Bachelor Pad Ideas For Men

Bachelor pads are a lifestyle feature synonymous with any guy who lives alone. They’re often a status symbol from a masculinity perspective. The beauty of creating a male living space is that there’s no set-piece template about how it should look. Depending on your current living circumstances, you might be thinking about a bachelor pad in the context of renovating…
Bruce Tucker
November 23, 2020
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Home Theater Glossary

Shopping for a new TV for your home theater is exciting. If you’re creating a home theater for the first time, it can also be confusing. Wanting a fantastic TV with a mind-blowing surround sound system doesn’t instantly turn you into a tech geek who understands all the terminology you’re about to encounter. DON'T WORRY! Our comprehensive home theater glossary…
Bruce Tucker
September 29, 2020
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Space Planning

We’ve all seen shows like Disaster DIY. How often does the “disaster” occur because someone started a project with no plan? Having an idea wasn’t enough. These people learned they should have had a plan to cover every aspect of their project. If you’re planning to revolutionize a space, you need to have a plan! Planning might sound tedious and…
Bruce Tucker
August 19, 2020
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The History of Broadway Theater

The term Broadway is synonymous with theater. Playwrights aspire for their plays to become Broadway productions. Many actors who usually work in TV and film consider appearing in a Broadway show to be a career bucket list achievement. Many Broadway productions manage to transcend the theater and spawn globally popular songs or movie adaptations. Behind the glamour we all associate…
Bruce Tucker
August 4, 2020