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[MBarnum]

I will bet you have NEVER seen a nighclub show like this! A whole new take on "Singing in the Rain"

I wonder if Gene Kelly would have ever worn this outfit?


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGNXRTmr6zg

[JMK]

My Dad died four weeks to the day after Betsy and I were married--it was like he was waiting for me to finally grow up, LOL.    Betsy and I had gone out for a walk and when we came home there was that shocking message on our machine.  It was horrible.  I console myself thinking about my father's incredible accomplishments and knowing that he lived a relatively long (81 years), unbelievably full life.

Strangely, when my Mom died two years later, it just didn't have the same emotional impact for me, but that probably says more about my relationship with my mother than anything else.

[elmore3003]

I'm trying to remember earlier in the year if I saw any plays. I can't think that I have. Of course, a month ago, I saw and greatly enjoyed the national tour of THE DROWSY CHAPARONE, but I can't think of any others I ventured out to see in 2007. I was really busy with the viewing and reviewing from February on, and since we didn't make a trip to NYC this year, that cut down on theater attendance for me, too.

DR Matt H, your post reminds me of a Marlene Dietrich srtory the late press agent Philip Bloom told me.  She called him once after reading a NY Times article and asked, "Is it twue I'm a wecluse?"

[Matt H.]

Take care DR Elmore! If it makes you feel any better then feel free to telephone and torment me today.

And if you wear out DR MBarnum, I'm also available for appropriate torture.

[elmore3003]

And if you wear out DR MBarnum, I'm also available for appropriate torture.

HHW, the best site in the universe!

[MBarnum]

TOD:

AVENUE Q
CURTAINS

Of course those are the only two that I saw this year.

[Matt H.]

DR Matt H, your post reminds me of a Marlene Dietrich srtory the late press agent Philip Bloom told me.  She called him once after reading a NY Times article and asked, "Is it twue I'm a wecluse?"

LOL! True for her and almost (but not quite) for me. However, much of my life's work and pleasure is to be found inside the four walls of my house. When one works from home and also plays at home, the telephone and the occasional meal out with friends becomes a life. My life anyway.

[elmore3003]

I just opened the strangest Christmas gift: a George Forman grill and two place mats.  I actually think I'll like the grill, but I'm trying to analyze why the giver thought I would enjoy one.  I wonder if someone else erroneously received a "Hairspray" DVD?

[elmore3003]

LOL! True for her and almost (but not quite) for me. However, much of my life's work and pleasure is to be found inside the four walls of my house. When one works from home and also plays at home, the telephone and the occasional meal out with friends becomes a life. My life anyway.

I am completely sympathetic; there are so many events I've missed at the last minute when a sudden tomorrow-is-the-deadline-job comes through. I'm sure you enjoy what you do as much as I do.

I'm working hard to generate some upbeat attitude to step out to the post office, run a few other errands, stop at the market and then accomplish some work here.  Thank you all for the support!

[MBarnum]

How about a page 3 whip wielding dance, Elmore! That should brighten your day!

[Matt H.]

I'm going to head down now to clean the den, check the mail, and then decide that I'm going to prepare for lunch.

WBBL.

[Jeanne]

Good morning, everyone.

I have much to do today, so will just quickly check in.

[Jeanne]

Travel Vibes to DR Ron!
May you have a safe and comfortable trip!

[Jeanne]

TOD:

Like WOODY, I only saw one live production this year, THE BRAIN FROM PLANET X. Honestly, I don't know how I could have enjoyed it more.

I truly wish I could also have seen both THE LAST STARFIGHTER and HERRINGBONE, as well, but it was not meant to be.

[JoseSPiano]

Good Morning!

I'm up, I'm up... And I believe my head/sinus cold has left the building!  -Or at least my head and sinuses.  

[JoseSPiano]

~~~~~SAFE AND TIMELY TRAVEL VIBES TO DR RON PULLIAM~~~~~

[JoseSPiano]

DR FJL - Thanks for the link to Peter Filichia's column!  -And Congrats to Danny Binstock too!

And there's a tidbit for DR edisaurus in there too.

[JoseSPiano]

DR elmore - Is La Cocina still offering "2-for-1Frozen Margaritas" this week?  

-Or you could just call DR MBarnum and torment him for a while.  Or do both.

[singdaw]

Good to see you here, DR Edisaurus!  Sorry your holidays were so hectic, but glad you are OK.

[Edisaurus]

We simplified this year...no gift exchange.  And it made for a much more stress-free December, let me tell you!

Between all of our families---my father's, (lots of kids!) my mother's, Greg's, our clients and a few friends, we normally have a list of about 50 people on our list. So we rarely have the chance to shop for each other, and it's usually something practical we need anyway.

I have never figured out a way to make this list shorter!

[Edisaurus]

Travel vibes for Ron P. I enjoyed sharing coasts with you!

[Edisaurus]

Big hugs to Elmore!

When I saw my Dad at Christmas, we talked about how he had outlived all his siblings, even his younger ones. He has been taken off some of his depression medication and looked so much better and seemed to be in a better frame of mind.

It still hurts me that my brother won't go to see him, but after years of trying, I am through trying to get them together. Both are too stubborn to make the effort and each blames the other for their alienation.

[singdaw]

{{DR elmore3003}}

[singdaw]

about 50 people on our list

I would have a breakdown each year!    

[JoseSPiano]

As for the Topic of the Day...

(in no particular random order )

Xanadu
Curtains
Frost/Nixon
110 in the Shade
Company
Journey's End
Spring Awakening (I think I saw that this year)
Gypsy
Edward Scissorhands (Matthew Bourne ballet)
It's a Bird... It's a Plane... It's Superman and Zorba at the York's "Musicals in Mufti" series.

[Jennifer]

Feel better vibes for DR TCB. ~~~~~~~~~~~

Travel vibes for DR RonP. ~~~~~~~~~~~~

[DearReaderLaura]

My goodness, DR Edisaurus! That's a LOT of gifts! I couldn't afford that many.

[Edisaurus]

I would have a breakdown each year!    

And now they are starting to have kids, so...

[MBarnum]

Draw names, Edisaurus, draw names!

[Jennifer]

RE: a question I believe DR TCB asked last night re: the SWEENEY TODD movie.


I think the question was something like why was i so bothered by the white make-up in the movie (when it is also white in the stage version).

SPOILERS I GUESS.

In the movie it wasn't just the make-up but the overall completely stark and grim nature of the film. It's hard to explain, but in the stage version we have only the stage. But in the movie the only colors used are black and white. I really was not prepared for the bleakness.

In the stage version Angela Lansbury is so funny.  The role is part comedy.  So it makes sense to me that she looks like a clown!

Maybe it's just more noticeable on the big screen. But i found the white faces on depp and helena actually distracting.

But that's just me.