Topic: THE SUPERFLUOUS "P" (Read 11559 times)

Ben · « **Reply #30 on:** February 22, 2012, 07:18:06 AM »

Welcome to Page 2

Ben · « **Reply #31 on:** February 22, 2012, 07:18:15 AM »

And so, goodbye

Druxy · « **Reply #32 on:** February 22, 2012, 07:21:44 AM »

We watched J. EDGAR last night.

Great performances. Fantastic production values.

But, there's no emotional involvement, since none of the characters are sympathetic. The film is more "interesting" than "entertaining". I almost felt like I was watching a documentary.

This is a story that should probably have been done as a TV mini-series. The script tries to cover too much material in too short of a time.

Jrand73 · « **Reply #33 on:** February 22, 2012, 07:34:28 AM »

And now I am off to ZUMBA....if I survive, I shall return.

Ginny · « **Reply #34 on:** February 22, 2012, 07:40:05 AM »

Off to explore Lima - bye for now!

elmore3003 · « **Reply #35 on:** February 22, 2012, 07:53:56 AM »

Greetings from Toyland! I'm listening to iTunes and waiting for my noon appointment, which is one door down the hall. I like that.

Matthew · « **Reply #36 on:** February 22, 2012, 07:58:00 AM »

I'm awake, at school, and I haven't read the notes yet. Still haven't heard about the shipping of my blasted eBay item. Needless to say, trying to work on my attitude towards stupid people during this Lenten season, it's not starting well on this Ash Wednesday.

Doug R · « **Reply #37 on:** February 22, 2012, 08:01:20 AM »

I'm feeling out of the loop because I've never seen Downton Abbey. It passed me by because I'm not usually a fan of costume dramas.

Michael · « **Reply #38 on:** February 22, 2012, 08:07:38 AM »

Found this mini review of Melody Hollis cd

Melody Hollis - Welcome to Melodyland (Kritzerland)
13-year-old Hollis -- seen on Broadway in White Christmas and in title role in Annie in L.A. opposite Andrea McArdle -- displays an impressive set of pipes on this recording, taped live during a West Coast cabaret appearance. Hollis' wide-ranging choices include "Part of Your World" from The Little Mermaid, a medley of songs by the Sherman Brothers, and Mary Rodgers and Stephen Sondheim's "Boy From…" (from The Mad Show), all of which display her ability to belt out a tune, But the real stunner on the album is "Children Will Listen" (from Into the Woods).

Michael · « **Reply #39 on:** February 22, 2012, 08:10:34 AM »

And one for INSIDE OUT

Inside Out (Original Off Broadway Cast Album) (Kritzerland)
This cast recording of the 1996 Off-Broadway show about the members of a women's therapy group and their leader has been out of print for a while, which has been a pity, because it features some wittily conceived and executed songs from Adryan Russ and Doug Haverty that brim with pop appeal. Adding to the luster of the album is the show's top-notch cast, which includes the likes of Ann Crumb, Harriet D. Foy, Jan Maxwell, and Cass Morgan.

Matthew · « **Reply #40 on:** February 22, 2012, 08:12:31 AM »

Quote from: Doug R on February 22, 2012, 08:01:20 AM

I'm feeling out of the loop because I've never seen Downton Abbey. It passed me by because I'm not usually a fan of costume dramas.

DR Doug R, do you prefer your dramas without costumes?

Michael · « **Reply #41 on:** February 22, 2012, 08:17:47 AM »

I see the musical NEWSIES is going to Broadway for a stricty limited run 101 performances.

I think this is BS.

IMHO if the show get reviews there is no way they are going to let it run 101 perfomances especially when it can be nominated for Tony Awards

Michael · « **Reply #42 on:** February 22, 2012, 08:20:46 AM »

But then again if it gets crappy reviews they still can "save face" and close after 101 performances or earlier.

But if I was asked to invest I would never invest in a new show that would only run a for a limited engagement.

Matthew · « **Reply #43 on:** February 22, 2012, 08:51:02 AM »

Quote from: Michael S on February 22, 2012, 08:17:47 AM

I see the musical NEWSIES is going to Broadway for a stricty limited run 101 performances.

I think this is BS.

I couldn't agree more.

John G. · « **Reply #44 on:** February 22, 2012, 09:03:36 AM »

Quote from: Matthew on February 22, 2012, 08:51:02 AM

Quote from: Michael S on February 22, 2012, 08:17:47 AM
I see the musical NEWSIES is going to Broadway for a stricty limited run 101 performances.

I think this is BS.

I couldn't agree more.

Me, too.

John G. · « **Reply #45 on:** February 22, 2012, 09:04:51 AM »

Quote from: Doug R on February 22, 2012, 08:01:20 AM

I'm feeling out of the loop because I've never seen Downton Abbey. It passed me by because I'm not usually a fan of costume dramas.

That's OK. Just send us some of those British sausages you mentioned earlier and we'll overlook the rest.

Matthew · « **Reply #46 on:** February 22, 2012, 09:06:25 AM »

Still haven't read the notes

FJL · « **Reply #47 on:** February 22, 2012, 09:27:19 AM »

I think there's a reading of a J. Edgar Hoover musical coming up in a few weeks. Sounds like fertile subject matter.

JMK · « **Reply #48 on:** February 22, 2012, 09:39:51 AM »

Quote from: FJL on February 22, 2012, 09:27:19 AM

I think there's a reading of a J. Edgar Hoover musical coming up in a few weeks. Sounds like fertile subject matter.

If it's the Hank Azaria one, go, FJL. It's absolutely hilarious.

JMK · « **Reply #49 on:** February 22, 2012, 09:40:30 AM »

"Anarchist on Line 2, Mr. Director."

bk · « **Reply #50 on:** February 22, 2012, 10:03:56 AM »

Quote from: Druxy on February 22, 2012, 07:15:55 AM

BK,

I thought that MARGIN CALL was terrific!

Of course you did

bk · « **Reply #51 on:** February 22, 2012, 10:06:20 AM »

I'm up - had a good night's sleep, so that was nice. Director David Galligan called at nine-thirty - I think they may finally be ready to issue a couple more of those STAGE benefit CDs.

elmore3003 · « **Reply #52 on:** February 22, 2012, 10:07:00 AM »

Tax ordeal is over. I owe around $6000 to the State and IRS. C'est la vie.

Now I will walk down to 16th Street and visit with Anthony.

JMK · « **Reply #53 on:** February 22, 2012, 10:09:53 AM »

Quote from: bk on February 22, 2012, 10:03:56 AM

Quote from: Druxy on February 22, 2012, 07:15:55 AM
BK,

I thought that MARGIN CALL was terrific!

Of course you did

I found it OK, but too talky and technical for its own good.

JMK · « **Reply #54 on:** February 22, 2012, 10:10:24 AM »

The last scene with Spacey and Mary McDonnell was certainly outre, though.

JMK · « **Reply #55 on:** February 22, 2012, 10:10:41 AM »

Yes, that's a SPOILER. There WAS a last scene with Spacey and McDonnell.

JMK · « **Reply #56 on:** February 22, 2012, 10:17:03 AM »

Troubling news for AMAZING RACE fans.

bk · « **Reply #57 on:** February 22, 2012, 10:44:39 AM »

I think I'll eat an early lunch at Bird's - haven't been there in quite a while. I'll proof whilst I eat and eat whilst I proof, then go to the LACC meeting, then pick up packages, then come home and proof at least 100 pages.

John G. · « **Reply #58 on:** February 22, 2012, 10:47:36 AM »

Quote from: Matthew on February 22, 2012, 07:58:00 AM

I'm awake, at school, and I haven't read the notes yet. Still haven't heard about the shipping of my blasted eBay item. Needless to say, trying to work on my attitude towards stupid people during this Lenten season, it's not starting well on this Ash Wednesday.

I've never given up humanity for Lent. That's certainly different.

John G. · « **Reply #59 on:** February 22, 2012, 10:48:48 AM »

Quote from: bk on February 22, 2012, 10:06:20 AM

I'm up - had a good night's sleep, so that was nice. Director David Galligan called at nine-thirty - I think they may finally be ready to issue a couple more of those STAGE benefit CDs.

Great news.

News:

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