Topic: ODE TO A NIGHTINGALE AND OTHER ASSORTED ODES (Read 13354 times)

bk · « **Reply #91 on:** September 04, 2013, 01:45:33 PM »

What's always amazing to me in terms of Yacko's story about the director is that there are really good people who never ever get asked to direct anything - these hacks are loved by all the artistic directors or programmers and that's why most LA musical theater is either copies of the B'way stagings or dreck, not necessarily in that order.

bk · « **Reply #92 on:** September 04, 2013, 01:45:48 PM »

Had a grilled cheese and bacon sandwich and picked up no packages.

elmore3003 · « **Reply #93 on:** September 04, 2013, 01:53:08 PM »

Quote from: ryacko on September 04, 2013, 11:57:57 AM

Good late morning, all!

BK, I LOVED seeing the videos, all of them. Great performances by all the girls. Jenna's Dear Mr. Gershwin - is that kid a star or what? And Jane is always amazing.

And I loved hearing the three girls sing Three Friends.

We all survived our first dress rehearsal last night, no thanks to the director. Thankfully, the artisitc director is beginning to sneak his two cents in and it is helping. Now we just have to get rid of the other guy and we can make this into something before it closes.

And the password is.... Shipoopi!

Break a leg!

elmore3003 · « **Reply #94 on:** September 04, 2013, 01:55:37 PM »

My restless night is taking its toll now; I am very sleepy and lethargic. I would be surprised to be awake after 8pm tonight.

MBarnum · « **Reply #95 on:** September 04, 2013, 03:01:19 PM »

Quote from: Robin Raianiemi on September 04, 2013, 05:27:37 AM

I love the YouTube videos, BK.

I'm going to write an "Ode to Sharknado" someday.

Good vibes to all and sundry, with extra portions to those of us feeling under the weather, or over a barrel.

DR Robin, you fit in here quite well! LOL!

Matthew · « **Reply #96 on:** September 04, 2013, 03:04:22 PM »

Light Bulb and healing vibes to DR Elmore
Get well vibes to DP Kismet

Matthew · « **Reply #97 on:** September 04, 2013, 03:05:47 PM »

I have to admit to leaving the site once in a while for no apparent reason. But I love it when I return and find it nice to be able to post ANYTHING to this site just to be able to share things with all of you.

MBarnum · « **Reply #98 on:** September 04, 2013, 03:20:16 PM »

Speaking of SHARKNADO, this weekend I watched a monster movie that scared me a lot. It was pretty entertaining...about a passenger bus which takes a wrong turn much to the regret of everyone on board.

Hear is the trailer:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJy6tNXxjBU

elmore3003 · « **Reply #99 on:** September 04, 2013, 03:21:40 PM »

This is not a good evening. I am in much pain - I think it's from climbing the ladder and I cannot stand on my left leg. On top of that, my bowels are acting up and the constant run to the bathroom is killing me.

All I want to do is take my pain meds and get into bed. This life shouldn't be such an obstacle course. Good night.

MBarnum · « **Reply #100 on:** September 04, 2013, 03:23:18 PM »

Vibes and big hugs to you Larry!

MBarnum · « **Reply #101 on:** September 04, 2013, 03:25:06 PM »

And Happy Jewish New Year!!!!

ryacko · « **Reply #102 on:** September 04, 2013, 03:29:40 PM »

Quote from: bk on September 04, 2013, 01:45:33 PM

What's always amazing to me in terms of Yacko's story about the director is that there are really good people who never ever get asked to direct anything - these hacks are loved by all the artistic directors or programmers and that's why most LA musical theater is either copies of the B'way stagings or dreck, not necessarily in that order.

What is shocking about this theater is that the artistic director knows better. And this director has no idea how to work on the inner life of the play. All he does is try and control every move and gesture, in an OCD manner, and it has choked the life out of it. The Artistic director is saving it somewhat, but why he continues to use this guy (other than to try and teach him) is beyond me.

And you are right BK, there are so many other truly capable and brilliant people out there not getting one chance to direct at all.

ryacko · « **Reply #103 on:** September 04, 2013, 03:30:20 PM »

Quote from: elmore3003 on September 04, 2013, 01:53:08 PM

Quote from: ryacko on September 04, 2013, 11:57:57 AM
Good late morning, all!

BK, I LOVED seeing the videos, all of them. Great performances by all the girls. Jenna's Dear Mr. Gershwin - is that kid a star or what? And Jane is always amazing.

And I loved hearing the three girls sing Three Friends.

We all survived our first dress rehearsal last night, no thanks to the director. Thankfully, the artisitc director is beginning to sneak his two cents in and it is helping. Now we just have to get rid of the other guy and we can make this into something before it closes.

And the password is.... Shipoopi!

Break a leg!

Thank you!!

ryacko · « **Reply #104 on:** September 04, 2013, 03:31:10 PM »

Quote from: Jrand63 on September 04, 2013, 01:27:46 PM

Show vibes for DR RYACKO

Thank you!!

bk · « **Reply #105 on:** September 04, 2013, 04:00:52 PM »

Finished half the liner notes and will finish the rest o' them this evening. Must jog soon.

Robin Raianiemi · « **Reply #106 on:** September 04, 2013, 04:29:01 PM »

Quote from: MBarnum on September 04, 2013, 03:01:19 PM

Quote from: Robin Raianiemi on September 04, 2013, 05:27:37 AM
I love the YouTube videos, BK.

I'm going to write an "Ode to Sharknado" someday.

Good vibes to all and sundry, with extra portions to those of us feeling under the weather, or over a barrel.

DR Robin, you fit in here quite well! LOL!

I'm trying my little heart out. It's three sizes too small, dontcha know?

Robin Raianiemi · « **Reply #107 on:** September 04, 2013, 04:30:14 PM »

Quote from: MBarnum on September 04, 2013, 03:20:16 PM

Speaking of SHARKNADO, this weekend I watched a monster movie that scared me a lot. It was pretty entertaining...about a passenger bus which takes a wrong turn much to the regret of everyone on board.

Hear is the trailer:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJy6tNXxjBU

What the heck is that? The Uzbekistan Chainsaw Massacre?

Jrand74 · « **Reply #108 on:** September 04, 2013, 04:34:01 PM »

I am watching GAILY, GAILY - a movie that I enjoy very much. I believe the lovely soundtrack was released on Kritzerland Records.....and it is still available:

http://www.kritzerland.com/gaily.htm

I forgot the lovely "Tomorrow is My Friend" when we were talking about Alan and Marilyn Bergman a few weeks ago.....

Robin Raianiemi · « **Reply #109 on:** September 04, 2013, 04:37:20 PM »

One of my all-time favorite Broadway shows is Baby. In the Tony Awards, it was up against La Cage aux Folles, if I remember correctly. (If I don't remember correctly, please correct me. I wouldn't want to go uncorrected.)

For me, Baby was the clear winner. La Cage is great and all, but it doesn't quite have the zip that Baby has, for my money.

If there was any show I'd love to see a revival of, it's Baby.

Robin Raianiemi · « **Reply #110 on:** September 04, 2013, 04:39:35 PM »

Leelee Sobieski. Her name is almost as fun to say as Zejlko Ivanek's.

KevinH · « **Reply #111 on:** September 04, 2013, 04:43:25 PM »

I enjoyed the videos from your show, BK!

George · « **Reply #112 on:** September 04, 2013, 04:44:25 PM »

Quote from: Jrand63 on September 04, 2013, 04:34:01 PM

I am watching GAILY, GAILY - a movie that I enjoy very much. I believe the lovely soundtrack was released on Kritzerland Records.....and it is still available:

http://www.kritzerland.com/gaily.htm

I forgot the lovely "Tomorrow is My Friend" when we were talking about Alan and Marilyn Bergman a few weeks ago.....

I set my DVR to record this.

George · « **Reply #113 on:** September 04, 2013, 04:45:38 PM »

Quote from: Robin Raianiemi on September 04, 2013, 04:37:20 PM

One of my all-time favorite Broadway shows is Baby. In the Tony Awards, it was up against La Cage aux Folles, if I remember correctly. (If I don't remember correctly, please correct me. I wouldn't want to go uncorrected.)

For me, Baby was the clear winner. La Cage is great and all, but it doesn't quite have the zip that Baby has, for my money.

If there was any show I'd love to see a revival of, it's Baby.

And they both were up against Sondheim & Lapine's Sunday in the Park with George...one of my all-time favorite shows.

Just sayin'.

George · « **Reply #114 on:** September 04, 2013, 04:46:53 PM »

Although, I do love both Baby and La Cage aux Folles.

KevinH · « **Reply #115 on:** September 04, 2013, 04:47:10 PM »

Break a leg, DR ryacko!

KevinH · « **Reply #116 on:** September 04, 2013, 04:48:12 PM »

I am disgusted with my cable tv provider. After going to their "store" to pick up a new DVR, it looks like the new one is a lemon too.

KevinH · « **Reply #117 on:** September 04, 2013, 04:49:13 PM »

Vibes for Kismet!

elmore3003 · « **Reply #118 on:** September 04, 2013, 04:55:33 PM »

I'm sorry I'm such a damp blanket these days. I am off to bed. Sleep well, everyone!

Robin Raianiemi · « **Reply #119 on:** September 04, 2013, 05:01:19 PM »

Quote from: George on September 04, 2013, 04:45:38 PM

Quote from: Robin Raianiemi on September 04, 2013, 04:37:20 PM
One of my all-time favorite Broadway shows is Baby. In the Tony Awards, it was up against La Cage aux Folles, if I remember correctly. (If I don't remember correctly, please correct me. I wouldn't want to go uncorrected.)

For me, Baby was the clear winner. La Cage is great and all, but it doesn't quite have the zip that Baby has, for my money.

If there was any show I'd love to see a revival of, it's Baby.

And they both were up against Sondheim & Lapine's Sunday in the Park with George...one of my all-time favorite shows.

Just sayin'.

I love Sunday in the Park with George, too! Over the years, I've seen quite a few productions of it, but only a single Baby.

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