My first Ask BK Day question:
Why are you still up?
IDOL/San Antonio auditions:
Same old, same old.
But I was shocked that a really wonderful singer early in the show (came dressed well, had a really nice demeanor) with a better and more distinctive voice than Katherine McPhee, and she BARELY made it to the next round. None of them were overly complimentary, and her voice was pure and true! Later singers they praised to the skies, and I found them barely tolerable.
I'm sitting at my desk in a blue, grey and black flannel shirt with a long sleeve white t-shirt underneath, a pair of jeans, sweat socks and tennis shoes and I'm indexing the Helen Bader Foundation (http://www.hbf.org/), which is based in Milwaukee, WI.
That's where I am.
Where is everyone this morning?
And the word of the day is: AVOIRDUPOIS!Casey would waltz
I'm sitting at my desk in a blue, grey and black flannel shirt with a long sleeve white t-shirt underneath, a pair of jeans, sweat socks and tennis shoes and I'm indexing the Helen Bader Foundation (http://www.hbf.org/), which is based in Milwaukee, WI.No underpants?
That's where I am.
Yesterday DR MattH wrote:
I wonder if you were taking about a girl who actually looks a lot like Katharine McPhee. She had long dark hair and a black pantsuit, with no back.
We got a sugar coating of about an inch and a half of snow during the night. And it actualy is the consistancy of sugar--light and fine. I saw a guy using a leaf blower to clear the sidewalk in front of the library.
Many thanks to DRs Jeanne, Elmore and Jose for the moisturizer/Magic Flute recommendations last night. Since there is a Trader Joe's just a few blocks away from my office, I'm going to go buy some of their stuff at lunch. Right now I'm using Neutrogena's Norwegian Formula hand cream and while I like the smoothing results it still feels thick and greasy.
I've searched Amazon and eBay for the Haitink MAGIC FLUTE, but it looks out of print and expensive, so for now I'm going with the Klemperer. It also has Lucia Popp in the cast, this time as the Queen of the Night. I might also pick up the Bergman film--I've never seen the whole thing. I'm hoping that the Met will release a DVD of the recent Julie Taymor family production.
I may have missed it BK but did you eventually watch the Christmas Truce Documentary. I seem to remember you saying that you were going to do so.
And speaking of the little dickens, it's Charles Dicken's birthday!
BK, what is your favorite Dicken's work and adaptation of his work (in any form?)
Question for Ask BK Day:
We were talking about ANYTHING GOES the other day. What is your favorite recorded version of this show?
Had a rough time getting on this site for about two hours or so. Anyone else have any connection problems?
I see plenty o' people but I don't see plenty o' postings.
Had a rough time getting on this site for about two hours or so. Anyone else have any connection problems?
I see plenty o' people but I don't see plenty o' postings.
I suspect some of us are being introspective today lest we post something about which we might become circumspect.
Oh, Lord. Last night I was discussing underwear, and here I am telling you my secrets. Whatever has become of me??
I was circumspect a few weeks after I was born.
Finally here!
I won't be driving 35 miles to the rehearsal tonight....but Friday I will!
I had trouble posting earlier, as well. I took it as a hint and took a nap for an hour. (Surreal dreaming - did you know that Charles Shultz wrote a Peanuts cartoon about Stephen Sondheim's Follies? I hadn't known that, either. But every time I tried to read it, either someone took it out of my hands or I couldn't find the page.)
LOST returns tonight, of course, and I'll be watching "live" while recording MEDIUM.
LOST returns tonight, of course, and I'll be watching "live" while recording MEDIUM.Thanks for the reminder. I'm going to suggest to der B that he record Lost and watch Medium, since we still haven't watched the Lost semi-finale! And he's got all sorts of stuff to watch elsewhere while I get dinner prepared. (I won't get off work until eight tonight.)
One of my co-workers is working a project for another agency and her contact is a woman named "Ena."
I am always being taken aback when my co-worker gets on her phone and says:
"Hi, Ena!"
Okay.
???
So....how far WILL you be driving tonight?
:P
We got a sugar coating of about an inch and a half of snow during the night. And it actualy is the consistancy of sugar--light and fine. I saw a guy using a leaf blower to clear the sidewalk in front of the library.
I love the OLIVER TWIST with Ben Kingsley--I think he's wonderful in it--but I haven't seen all the others.
I was circumspect a few weeks after I was born.
Ena, Ava. Ava, Ena.
Ena, Yma. Yma, Ena.
Ena, Oona. Oona, Ena.
I bought "Our Mutual Friend" but I still haven't watched it yet. I had never heard of this one but it had some good write-ups.
Ron Pulliam should go into the packaging business. Typewritten labels, cardboard reinforcement, static-free sleeves...if I was a buyer from ebay, I'd give him an A+!And here's an advertising line he can use:
Ron Pulliam should go into the packaging business. Typewritten labels, cardboard reinforcement, static-free sleeves...if I was a buyer from ebay, I'd give him an A+!
And here's an advertising line he can use:[size=10]If you've got a package
I can handle it![/size]
...
Is it SIESTA time or something?
What's happening?
What's going on?
Where is everyone?
Is it SIESTA time or something?
Woody - There are clear connections between PEANUTS and FOLLIES. The song about Lucy and Jessie has parallels to Lucy in PEANUTS, and of course Charlie Brown's sister is named Sally, and she was frequently standing at the door (though not moving to the bed). So that explains your dream.
That will be five cents, please. :)
Here is your question BK:
When was your very first fan letter and who was it from? Do you still have it?
When was the first time you were recognized on the street because of your work in TV. Who was the fan and how did you feel about being recognized at that time?
...a leaf blower would have had a hard time with the 7 inches...
You might find a hat with a scarf attached, I suggest wearing a second scarf as well. Don't forget to wrap a scarf around your face and neck. On really cold days I have one of those things that goes over your head and down your neck. I used to have a face mask.
?
::)
:-\
:-X
Nevermind
der Brucer
Wednesday, February 07, 2007der Brucer
WASHINGTON —
Hackers briefly overwhelmed at least two of the 13 computers that help manage global computer traffic Tuesday in one of the most significant attacks against the Internet since 2002.
Experts said the unusually powerful attacks, which were also noticed on three more of the 13 "root servers," lasted as long as 12 hours but passed largely unnoticed by most computer users, a testament to the resiliency of the Internet.
…
"There was what appears to be some form of attack during the night hours here in California and into the morning," said John Crain, chief technical officer for the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers. He said the attack was continuing and so was the hunt for its origin.
What?! Only icons? No double entendre comment? Hmmmm, are you feeling well? .....
I was circumspect a few weeks after I was born.
Wednesday, February 07, 2007
NEW YORK —
In the sensitive post-wardrobe malfunction world, some are questioning whether a guitar was just a guitar during Prince's Super Bowl halftime show.
Prince's acclaimed performance included a guitar solo during the "Purple Rain" segment of his medley in which his shadow was projected onto a large, flowing beige sheet. As the 48-year-old rock star let rip, the silhouette cast by his figure and his guitar (shaped like the singer's symbol) had phallic connotations for some.
A number of bloggers have decried "Malfunction!" — including Sam Anderson at New York magazine's Daily Intelligencer. Daily News television critic David Bianculli called it "a rude-looking shadow show" that "looked embarrassingly rude, crude and unfortunately placed."
...
MattH asked about the actor who played Stevie in last night's HouseL
Jake Richardson:
Guest spots on Bones ,Medium, Cold Case. ER, Monk
Regular in Invasion
Just read a Warners press release about another terrific DVD box set coming on March 5. It's another literary classics set with, among other films:
BILLY BUDD
MADAME BOVARY
THE THREE MUSKETEERS (1948)
and two versions of THE PRISONER OF ZENDA.
I haven't had any trouble accessing the site today. I guess I'm special. ;)
Well, nana-nana-boo-boo to you, too! .... ;D
:-*
Oh...
I did watch Oprah today. Well... I thought I had a lot of clutter, but that one brave couple/family.... WOW!
Someone posted:
Now we need a complete unexpurgated Blitzstein THREEPENNY OPERA to compliment it
I suspect they meant complement, with an "e".
I suspect they wish I'd just shut-up.
der Brucer
For those who recall the Sunday meeting I attended, it was with the young woman who won the talent contest that I judged at Sterling's night club. Part of her winning that contest was performing an act at the club. So, she met with many recommended directors (including two of my fellow judges and myself). She just called and told me she would like me to be the one to direct her show, and I've said yes. It will be happening in early April. Not much dough involved but I like her and her energy.
DR Elmo ~ It must be the hydrogen ion content in the air afterall -- we're on at the same time! How you be doing?
That is wonderful! Perhaps you have discovered a new star!
DR MissKaren, I'm okay. I'm feeling a mite puny today and it could be stress or I could be finally coming down with something.
I just got back from a lovely visit with Liz and Ann Callaway and Alex Rybeck, which was a great deal of fun, and now I'm back to my taxes.
I'm supping with Mr. Cason tomorrow evening.
DR Cason IS a star...Hollywood and Broadway just haven't caught up with him yet!
Hey, wait a minute! He's supposed to be making Cason a star, not some ol' girl!
But Cason is a star, is he not?
der Brucer
Could not get on this site this AM. The site did not come up at all.
Anyone else have problems this AM?
Actually, I'm glad you told me. I have the same problem with capital and principle, and as I typed "compliment," I was wondering if I'd chosen the correct one.
Cason is awesome!
Yoy are not alone
Daammn! Why aren't YOU an agent (or better yet, a casting director!!)...
Yoy are not alone - I always notice word's with which I have the most difficulty:
economics - one c
amendment - one m
accommodate - double c double m
I keep complimentary and complementary straight by remembering that compliment feeds the ego.
the principal is your pal
the capitol has a round dome
If only some one would work out a way to keep stationary/stationery straight!
der Brucer
Nice to know...
I'm not a casting director, but i DO have a couch! ;D
Are you flirting with me... ;)
Okay, now, I've figured out your avatar -- it's Webster with a dictionary...
I had no problems getting on this site at 5:00AM, but I"m sure the traffic is light at that time.
I'm not a casting director, but i DO have a couch! ;D
And I thought our DR Jose was the only tramp on this here site!
And not Uncle Screwtape?
der Brucer
Wouldn't you like to know??
::)
The bill would levy a $100 fine against those who use iPods, cell phones and BlackBerrys while in a crosswalk in all of New York's major cities. WNBC reported that the ban would only be in effect in Buffalo and New York City.
This story was being discussed on air today:
NEW YORK STATE SENATOR WANTS TO BAN IPODS FROM CROSSWALKS (http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,250644,00.html)One commentaor observed that the ban should also apply to crossing streets in stiletto heels.
der Brucer
Ask BK:
Have you ever considered do a CD of songs from musicals based on the works of Charles Dickens?
And if you did would you call it: The Dickens You Say?
It was just a normal shopping trip when Jaeyana Beuraheng bade farewell to her eight children as she left to cross the border into Malaysia, but it would be 25 years before she would find her way home.
I cannot think of anything to post
Good Evening!
...As the last load of laundry dries in the dryer...
DR Jose, enjoy the BBQ in Memphis!
And I thought our DR Jose was the only tramp on this here site!
Just in time to defend your honor from the "tramp" charges.
der Brucer
DR edisaurus - I hope you have/had a pleasant and productive meeting with your Mac Genius.
They're trying to find a copy of itunes 6 and they hope that will make it work better. I've been running 4 for awhile I guess...
I do have everything to make an Amazon Cake... Hmm...
I thought they only let eunuchs make Amazon cakes.
der Brucer
And "American Idol" can just bite me.
DR George - "Oprah" is rebroadcast at 9:00 in your area? Is that on the network? or one of the cable stations? The ABC affiliate here in NYC rebroadcasts it after "The Jimmy Kimmel Show".
In any case... It was a good show. I hope they follow up on the families they profiled as the year goes by, especially since "This Is The Year..."
-And now I want to know what the "Secret" is on tomorrow's show. ;)
"DR George - "Oprah" is rebroadcast at 9:00 in your area? Is that on the network? or one of the cable stations? The ABC affiliate here in NYC rebroadcasts it after "The Jimmy Kimmel Show"
...And I have to say that Todd Oldham is not an ideal host. He sounds like he's trying to hide some other vocal affectation. Consequently, he's sounding like a male version of Janice Dickinson. Only with a higher voice.
;)
Elmore e-mailed me this picture to resize and post here. It's a teaser poster for the new "Sweeney Todd" with Johnny Depp:
I believe it's the ad in this week's VARIETY. Shooting began on Monday, I believe.
Thanks, DR George!
That evil bitch Laura still makes my blood boil.
Jane posted last night;I believe this style is called "7-11 Hold-up" Chic
der Brucer
Ooohh... Yeah, sounds like you were due for an update... or two.. ;)
Great. So he installed 6 and then my Mac started crashing all the time and he said to go home and run disc warrior. If that failed, I should reinstall my OS. Now itunes will not open at all. Crap.
Sorry. :-\
Are you still running OS9?
Did you know it costs over 400 dollars to fly from Portland to Pittsburgh! That is highway robbery!
Great. So he installed 6 and then my Mac started crashing all the time and he said to go home and run disc warrior. If that failed, I should reinstall my OS. Now itunes will not open at all. Crap.
Yeah, well, sometimes we need to earn a few dollars on the side.
(Now, how's that for bait, Der B?)
Today I figured out how to divide nine birthday cupcakes among ten kids and got punched in the arm by a misbehaving four-year-old.
The nemonic I always taught my students about "
stationery" was that you use that word to write a letter, and letter has two "e'"s in it, so you use the "e" form of stationery to do that.
Did you know it costs over 400 dollars to fly from Portland to Pittsburgh! That is highway robbery!
As for Anything Goes...
I'm also a fan of the LuPone/McGillin Lincoln Center recording. However, the 60's revival recording with Hal Linden gets a listen from time to time.
Oh, forgive me for not remembering which DR asked about this the other day... The original version of Anything Goes is still available for licensing/production, as is the Lincoln Center revival. However, the rights for the original production cost next to nothing - and after working on a production of the original version, I can see why. ;)
Elmore e-mailed me this picture to resize and post here. It's a teaser poster for the new "Sweeney Todd" with Johnny Depp:
I am curious to see how he does with this. It is one musical that I greatly enjoy.
Have you watched the DVD of the show?
(http://ec1.images-amazon.com/images/P/B00005JL6V.01._SS500_SCLZZZZZZZ_.jpg)
der Brucer
LOST - more action, more drama, more surprises, more gorgeous high definition photography. So glad it's back.
I enjoyed Juliet's backstory very much. Nice to see Robin Weigert, Nestor Carbonell (such magnetic eyes), and Zeljko Ivanek in guest star roles.
I am curious to see how he does with this.
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