Topic: TAKEN ABACK (Read 9581 times)

Jrand74 · « **Reply #30 on:** May 06, 2014, 07:28:18 AM »

I will have to do some thinking on the TOD.

Continued vibes for MR BK and The Situation.

The Book With Names is the title of my new mystery.

Jrand74 · « **Reply #31 on:** May 06, 2014, 07:29:27 AM »

We had a nice rehearsal last night - the show looked okay! Thank goodness for my leads.

There was some consternation among the populace because the name of Isaiah was spelled incorrectly on the sign carried by the Save a Soul Mission Band.

singdaw · « **Reply #32 on:** May 06, 2014, 07:35:52 AM »

A prominent church in the Twin Cities caused consternation recently as well, by misspelling the word "resurrection" in their splashy Easter newspaper advertisement.

No one proofreads anymore...

ChasSmith · « **Reply #33 on:** May 06, 2014, 07:37:15 AM »

Re the notes: Interesting about the upright pianos. Is that what will be used instead of keyboard and amp? I'm dying to know what the music is going to consist of and sound like, but I'm sure that's something BK won't be talking about yet.

Would love to have seen the designer run-through! As rough as it may have been, it would have been totally fascinating.

Edit: Had something else to say on that subject. What was it?

ChasSmith · « **Reply #34 on:** May 06, 2014, 07:50:46 AM »

Oh, I know what it was. That reminded me, and I hadn't thought about this in years, but in the first show I was involved in at the little regional theater where I'm most active, I played A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum on an old spinet piano (the ubiquitous Baldwin Acrosonic) behind the set, assisted by a friend who filled in, like the proverbial octopus, on a small consumer-grade keyboard and an array of percussion instruments. Talk about amateur hour! But the show was good, and we managed to pull it off musically. More or less. I wonder if the VHS copy of that still plays. Note to self...

MBarnum · « **Reply #35 on:** May 06, 2014, 08:00:09 AM »

Wondering if any DRs picked up this set of B budget film noirs from Warner Archives. It is a dandy bunch of enjoyable films put out by Allied Artists in the 1950s. I have been enjoying them quite alot!

MBarnum · « **Reply #36 on:** May 06, 2014, 08:00:46 AM »

Here are posters for each of the films in the set:

MBarnum · « **Reply #37 on:** May 06, 2014, 08:01:32 AM »

MBarnum · « **Reply #38 on:** May 06, 2014, 08:02:08 AM »

MBarnum · « **Reply #39 on:** May 06, 2014, 08:02:53 AM »

MBarnum · « **Reply #40 on:** May 06, 2014, 08:03:46 AM »

ChasSmith · « **Reply #41 on:** May 06, 2014, 08:06:01 AM »

Don't know any of those films, but I'm putting that on my Warner Archive want list, DR MBarnum.

MBarnum · « **Reply #42 on:** May 06, 2014, 08:08:15 AM »

Uff...I forgot to wish DR George a happy birthday yesterday! So please accept my belated wishes that you day was a wonderfu one!

MBarnum · « **Reply #43 on:** May 06, 2014, 08:11:58 AM »

And here is an 'on time' birthday wish for DR Danise, who I hope will visit us on HHW today!! Danise, hoping your day is a good one!!

MBarnum · « **Reply #44 on:** May 06, 2014, 08:18:38 AM »

My trip to Portland on Saturday to see the 1954 version of Godzilla was splendid.

I went up a bit early and prowled around town for awhile, visiting some antique/retro shops and then haveing lunch at the Lauralwood Pub and Grill where I had a tasty mound of buscuits and gravy (although there was far too much bisucuit, and not enough gravy for it all). I was unable to interest any of my buddies to go along..well, my friend Ron wanted to, but he had to work.

Since childhood I have seen Godzilla at least three dozen times, but I always enjoy it. This was the original Japanese release...no Raymond Burr insert shots (although I love that version as well). As I grow older I tend to appreciate this film more and more, noticing how it is not just about a big monster smashing Tokyo, but how people react to a threat whether it keeping secrets, fighting each other, political tugs of war, etc. It is still a relevant film and has some amazing performances.

singdaw · « **Reply #45 on:** May 06, 2014, 08:21:14 AM »

Lurenia always sends the best cards!

MBarnum · « **Reply #46 on:** May 06, 2014, 08:23:04 AM »

Thankfully, the audience was respectfull of the film. Last time Godzilla played in Portland, many in the audience thought they were supposed to hoot and holler and make fun of it. However, this first movie is quite a serious piece. But some audience members were not able to put the film in context and instead derided the acting style and old fashioned (non CGI) special effects.

I was pleased that this was no repeated.

And I was surprised at the size of the audience. This was at the old Hollywood Theatre and the place was packed! This despite it was the 3rd of 4 days the film was being shown there. I was glad I arrived early, otherwise I'd have ended up with a lousy seat.

MBarnum · « **Reply #47 on:** May 06, 2014, 08:23:30 AM »

Now to give some thought to the TOD.

MBarnum · « **Reply #48 on:** May 06, 2014, 08:24:08 AM »

Quote from: ChasSmith on May 06, 2014, 08:06:01 AM

Don't know any of those films, but I'm putting that on my Warner Archive want list, DR MBarnum.

I think you will certainly enjoy them, DR ChasSmith!

Jrand74 · « **Reply #49 on:** May 06, 2014, 08:33:56 AM »

I like the original GOJIRA film as well. I only have it on DVD, haven't seen it on the big screen.

Those movies look interesting DR MBARNUM, but if I never see another Beverly Garland film, my life will still be complete.

Did you read my review of the BG biography in Scarlet? You might have gotten the electronic version, I don't know if the print version of this edition will EVER come out.

Jane · « **Reply #50 on:** May 06, 2014, 08:57:03 AM »

DR Singdaw, thanks for the recipe. I like the idea of a flourless cake.

Jane · « **Reply #51 on:** May 06, 2014, 08:58:03 AM »

DR Jennifer I'm sorry you can't fix your laminator.

Jane · « **Reply #52 on:** May 06, 2014, 09:00:21 AM »

Quote from: singdaw on May 06, 2014, 03:37:44 AM

Wishing a most delightful birthday celebration today to our E&T DR Danise! May you have abundant health and happiness all through the coming year!!

Sweet, however, her birthday is on the 7th.

Jane · « **Reply #53 on:** May 06, 2014, 09:02:44 AM »

I wish I had been able to come here sooner as all these wonderful birthday wishes for DR Danise will have to be repeated tomorrow

Jane · « **Reply #54 on:** May 06, 2014, 09:03:23 AM »

We have company arriving tomorrow and see the first birthday wish almost made me think I had skipped a day-lol. I am no way ready for company today.

Jane · « **Reply #55 on:** May 06, 2014, 09:04:12 AM »

Obviously Bruce skipped a day

singdaw · « **Reply #56 on:** May 06, 2014, 09:59:19 AM »

MBarnum · « **Reply #57 on:** May 06, 2014, 10:20:01 AM »

Quote from: Jrand63 on May 06, 2014, 08:33:56 AM

I like the original GOJIRA film as well. I only have it on DVD, haven't seen it on the big screen.

Those movies look interesting DR MBARNUM, but if I never see another Beverly Garland film, my life will still be complete.

Did you read my review of the BG biography in Scarlet? You might have gotten the electronic version, I don't know if the print version of this edition will EVER come out.

SUDDEN DANGER is really quite entertaining, JRand, despite Bev. I figured it would be my least favorite, but it was probably one of the top 3.

Haven't seen an issue of Scarlet in quite some time, unfortunately.

Jrand74 · « **Reply #58 on:** May 06, 2014, 10:51:33 AM »

Hmmmm.....well.....I don't now how to send you the electronic version I got.....

bk · « **Reply #59 on:** May 06, 2014, 11:07:16 AM »

Got about nine hours of sleep, I think. Up now and will go eat at some point soon, then write liner notes until I have to leave for our five o'clock rehearsal.

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