Rehearsal last night was not very good.....I believe now we are driving away from Funny.....but time will tell.
And the word of the day is: BELAUD!
As I suspected, the production of Chicago I saw this eve was a bore, a dud -- just bad. My friend was the best thing in it. The tempos were HORRIBLE, I should have bolted when I heard the beginning of "All That Jazz", taken more at an Allegro than what it should be. Same with the infamous "Roxie" vamp. So fast. Doesn't anyone listen to a cast recording anymore? The absence of Mary Sunshine (who was still in the program) was sorta un-noticable. "A Little Bit of Good" was cut, and I really didn't miss it. There was one video bit where the character was still present, but they did a nice job of working around it. Act Two was better than Act One. I wanted to leave at intermission, but I stayed. Roxie was not good. Her vocals were strained and it seemed like all the songs lay within her "break".
It's sad when a show like this should attract dancers and character actors. You should be able to cast it with these things in mind. There is a lot of talent in the area, a show like this shouldn't suffer for lack of talent.
MARTHA has arrived :)
And the word of the day is: BELAUD!
And The Song Of The Day Is: THE NAME'S LaGUARDIA
I've just finished the first draft of my new stage play.
This is the first play that I've written for THE HOLLYWOOD LEGENDS since the mid-1990s. And, unlike the other 8 plays in that collection, which are all monologues, this one is a 2-person play.
I've been promoted!
::)
I've just finished the first draft of my new stage play.
This is the first play that I've written for THE HOLLYWOOD LEGENDS since the mid-1990s. And, unlike the other 8 plays in that collection, which are all monologues, this one is a 2-person play.
I've been promoted!
::)
Well, today is the day for Theater Artists Olympia's Get Heart On For TAO (http://www.olytheater.com/)! It's definitely going to be a long day. Hopefully, it'll all have been worth it (financially, that is). I bought a LOT of sodas, and probably got too much, but we'll see. I'm sure that I can bring some back for a refund.
Anyway, have a great day, all! ;D
Was going to make brownie bread pudding for the guests tomorrow, but I just discovered I don't have enough eggs and I don't have enough energy to clean myself up for a "quick" trip to the store. Do you think people would mind being served the stale crumbles of brownies by themselves?
Was going to make brownie bread pudding for the guests tomorrow, but I just discovered I don't have enough eggs and I don't have enough energy to clean myself up for a "quick" trip to the store. Do you think people would mind being served the stale crumbles of brownies by themselves?
I was going to say that you could substitute a mashed banana or applesauce or yogurt or even some mayo for the egg, but I guess you need it for the custard rather than the brownies. So... Do you have any ice cream? You could always make some "brownie croutons" - maybe gussy them up with a dash or two of cayenne and some Maldon - and sprinkle them on top of a bowl of vanilla ice cream.
Was going to make brownie bread pudding for the guests tomorrow, but I just discovered I don't have enough eggs and I don't have enough energy to clean myself up for a "quick" trip to the store. Do you think people would mind being served the stale crumbles of brownies by themselves?
I was going to say that you could substitute a mashed banana or applesauce or yogurt or even some mayo for the egg, but I guess you need it for the custard rather than the brownies. So... Do you have any ice cream? You could always make some "brownie croutons" - maybe gussy them up with a dash or two of cayenne and some Maldon - and sprinkle them on top of a bowl of vanilla ice cream.
Cayenne chocolate brownies?
Hello, everyone.
Bruce, I'm confused as to why you're doing some of the vocals in LA. I'm sure you have a very good reason, it just isn't clear to me what it is. Not that it should be, as I have never been in a recording studio. Can you clarify, please?
In a little while I shall be going E&T until late tonight, as I make my way into Sullivan County, NY, a.k.a. the Catskill Region, a.k.a. the Borscht Belt, for my annual visit to a couple of friends who have a beautiful little summer house in one of the old bungalow colonies. Their house overlooks a dramatic meadow beyond which are the Catskills themselves, and I'm rather hoping for a passing late afternoon thunderstorm today since I've only seen the place in its lovely sunny state.
Of course, there is no more Borscht Belt and I never "knew" it except from books and films, etc., but once I started driving over there just to look around some years back, I found myself hooked on the remains of the faded glory. Actually, faded glory is not quite the word for it. Desolate destruction and abandonment might get a little closer to the truth. The remains of the old hotels, some of them, are still there for all to see and for braver risk-takers than I to actually explore, and even in the years I've been doing my little drive-throughs, a few more have burned to the ground through whatever means or have been deliberately razed. It's a sad, spooky, and fascinating area.
Hello, everyone.
Bruce, I'm confused as to why you're doing some of the vocals in LA. I'm sure you have a very good reason, it just isn't clear to me what it is. Not that it should be, as I have never been in a recording studio. Can you clarify, please?
Maybe he couldn't talk Guy Haines into flying to New York?
I'll probably think of a few others while I'm out driving around, miles away from being able to log in.
Was going to make brownie bread pudding for the guests tomorrow, but I just discovered I don't have enough eggs and I don't have enough energy to clean myself up for a "quick" trip to the store. Do you think people would mind being served the stale crumbles of brownies by themselves?
I've just finished the first draft of my new stage play.
This is the first play that I've written for THE HOLLYWOOD LEGENDS since the mid-1990s. And, unlike the other 8 plays in that collection, which are all monologues, this one is a 2-person play.
I've been promoted!
::)
Was going to make brownie bread pudding for the guests tomorrow, but I just discovered I don't have enough eggs and I don't have enough energy to clean myself up for a "quick" trip to the store. Do you think people would mind being served the stale crumbles of brownies by themselves?
Why clean yourself up? You'll just stand out from the rest.
I am one tired old geezer today.
Thursday, my sister took me out to lunch and then to the Emerald Queen Casino for a couple of hours - I won $100.00 +.
Yesterday, my friend, Carole took me to the Snoqualmie Casino for lunch and some gambling - I won $400.00 +.
Two days of fun in a row and I am very tired.
Was going to make brownie bread pudding for the guests tomorrow, but I just discovered I don't have enough eggs and I don't have enough energy to clean myself up for a "quick" trip to the store. Do you think people would mind being served the stale crumbles of brownies by themselves?
Why clean yourself up? You'll just stand out from the rest.
Yes, don't bother to clean up; just shop at Wal Mart.
I am one tired old geezer today.
Thursday, my sister took me out to lunch and then to the Emerald Queen Casino for a couple of hours - I won $100.00 +.
Yesterday, my friend, Carole took me to the Snoqualmie Casino for lunch and some gambling - I won $400.00 +.
Two days of fun in a row and I am very tired.
But richer! Making money can be very fatiguing.
Was going to make brownie bread pudding for the guests tomorrow, but I just discovered I don't have enough eggs and I don't have enough energy to clean myself up for a "quick" trip to the store. Do you think people would mind being served the stale crumbles of brownies by themselves?
Why clean yourself up? You'll just stand out from the rest.
Yes, don't bother to clean up; just shop at Wal Mart.
He probably doesn't want to end up on THIS WEBSITE (http://peopleofwalmart.tumblr.com).
::)
As I suspected, the production of Chicago I saw this eve was a bore, a dud -- just bad. My friend was the best thing in it. The tempos were HORRIBLE, I should have bolted when I heard the beginning of "All That Jazz", taken more at an Allegro than what it should be. Same with the infamous "Roxie" vamp. So fast. Doesn't anyone listen to a cast recording anymore? The absence of Mary Sunshine (who was still in the program) was sorta un-noticable. "A Little Bit of Good" was cut, and I really didn't miss it. There was one video bit where the character was still present, but they did a nice job of working around it. Act Two was better than Act One. I wanted to leave at intermission, but I stayed. Roxie was not good. Her vocals were strained and it seemed like all the songs lay within her "break".
It's sad when a show like this should attract dancers and character actors. You should be able to cast it with these things in mind. There is a lot of talent in the area, a show like this shouldn't suffer for lack of talent.
They dropped an entire character? I believe that if the company that controls rights hears about this they can send a cease and desist order. They are rewriting the show.
I remember seeing a production Bent where they added a prologue and a scene right before the intermission. The rights holder heard about it and they had to drop the "new material."
Congrats from me too for DR TCB!!
I am one tired old geezer today.That's a happy belated birthday present.
Thursday, my sister took me out to lunch and then to the Emerald Queen Casino for a couple of hours - I won $100.00 +.
Yesterday, my friend, Carole took me to the Snoqualmie Casino for lunch and some gambling - I won $400.00 +.
Two days of fun in a row and I am very tired.
I've just finished the first draft of my new stage play.
This is the first play that I've written for THE HOLLYWOOD LEGENDS since the mid-1990s. And, unlike the other 8 plays in that collection, which are all monologues, this one is a 2-person play.
I've been promoted!
::)
Smells good while it bakes.
I am one tired old geezer today.
Thursday, my sister took me out to lunch and then to the Emerald Queen Casino for a couple of hours - I won $100.00 +.
Yesterday, my friend, Carole took me to the Snoqualmie Casino for lunch and some gambling - I won $400.00 +.
Two days of fun in a row and I am very tired.
Condolences to the Family of DRs Jed and Ann.
Today is really nice out. Very hot and very sunny. We went to the pool at 11:30am, swam, had lunch then swam till 4:10pm. The pool was so packed by 2pm. I've never seen that many people.
TOD:
THE GHOST AND MRS MUIR
THE UNINVITED
Bk - The phone thing was really weird, though.
DR Jed's grandfather, Milo Smith, has passed away. When I was attending Central Washington State College (now University), Milo was the head of the Drama Department. He was a very fine man and a great educator.So sorry to read this. Condolences and vibes of comfort to DR Jed.
Tracking Hurricane IssacToo funny!
(https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/390900_10152060990760714_10241906_n.jpg)
And be bored to tears as they keep breaking in with news of how the hurricane might affect the RNC. Yawn!!!
To me it's just one big mass of wind meeting another big mass of wind. I hope they cancel one another out.
DR Jed's grandfather, Milo Smith, has passed away. When I was attending Central Washington State College (now University), Milo was the head of the Drama Department. He was a very fine man and a great educator.
As for the Topic of the Day...
The first two that come to my mind...
"Like Water for Chocolate"
"The Sixth Sense"
And I still remember being frightened by the commercials(!) for "The Changeling" when I was younger.
Beautiful day in Arizona today! The recent storms have kept it down to about 100 degrees.
Beautiful day in Arizona today! The recent storms have kept it down to about 100 degrees.
Luckily it is not as hot as a week or so ago, seeing how the AC went out and my DH can't fix it this time. Repairman tomorrow.
well about to finish packing for our trip home