Topic: THE THROES (Read 4321 times)

John G. · « **Reply #30 on:** January 18, 2021, 07:53:30 AM »

And of course, there were hymns and carols.

singdaw · « **Reply #31 on:** January 18, 2021, 07:55:43 AM »

Since we love Margaret Rutherford, we are watching The V.I.P.s.

Thanks, DR John G.!

singdaw · « **Reply #32 on:** January 18, 2021, 07:56:49 AM »

Quote from: ChasSmith on January 18, 2021, 07:43:27 AM

Several days ago when BK was reporting on whichever Met opera he was watching, he said it was surprising to see the principals take bows after each act. That was the tradition at the Met for many years, and it seems like it was dropped in fairly recent times. Or maybe they still do it when they're using the house curtain? It is indeed odd to see it left on the home video releases when they could easily do a fade-out on the applause like they do on the nightly streams. But that's what it was: Tradition!

I am glad you commented on this, DR ChasSmith. I had meant to, but had forgotten.

ChasSmith · « **Reply #33 on:** January 18, 2021, 08:08:57 AM »

Another thing that the thing I was reminded of reminded me of in turn:

As to the lack of overall establishing shots in these telecasts:

The Met's productions of Falstaff are great fun at the end when, for that jaw-dropping final fugue, the house lights are brought up partially - just enough - as the titular character sings of the entire world being fools, audience and orchestra included. On the two productions in rotation -- the Zeffirelli and that modern-dress one -- the video producers pull back and give you some of that. So for one brief shining moment, the audience at home gets a hint of how fabulous that stage looked from right there in the house.

EDIT: They did that, too, at the end of Mahagonny way back when. On just the last phrase or so of "nothing you can do will help a dead man", we are suddenly treated to the whole picture from a camera positioned halfway back. I don't know if there are other such examples.

ChasSmith · « **Reply #34 on:** January 18, 2021, 08:22:18 AM »

DR Elmore reminded me yesterday of that Solti Rigoletto that's noteworthy for not taking a single one of the standard cuts. I haven't heard that one in years, but it's the one I originally listened to when I was getting to know the opera.

As earlier Verdi goes, I *think* that recording still stands out as being one of the few to do this, but I suspect DR Elmore will know better than I.

Jane · « **Reply #35 on:** January 18, 2021, 09:22:26 AM »

Remember I mentioned there are some creepy looking dolls out there. Keith named this one Odo.

John G. · « **Reply #36 on:** January 18, 2021, 09:26:11 AM »

Quote from: singdaw on January 18, 2021, 07:55:43 AM

Since we love Margaret Rutherford, we are watching The V.I.P.s.

Thanks, DR John G.!

Enjoy. She's a hoot.

John G. · « **Reply #37 on:** January 18, 2021, 09:30:09 AM »

In Private Life, Jane Smiley goes into the influenza epidemic of 1918. And guess what? People who wanted to avoid the virus wore masks and washed their hands and stayed away from other people.

singdaw · « **Reply #38 on:** January 18, 2021, 10:16:21 AM »

What a novel concept.

singdaw · « **Reply #39 on:** January 18, 2021, 10:17:18 AM »

Back from a brisk walk. And a bit sopping.

It's cold enough to need my heavy coat, but warm enough that I get sopping wet when I exert myself.

singdaw · « **Reply #40 on:** January 18, 2021, 10:17:56 AM »

No matter. I turn my coat sleeves inside out and let 'er dry.

singdaw · « **Reply #41 on:** January 18, 2021, 10:18:11 AM »

Once I'm done walking, of course.

singdaw · « **Reply #42 on:** January 18, 2021, 10:18:25 AM »

Otherwise, it would just be silly.

Jane · « **Reply #43 on:** January 18, 2021, 10:19:09 AM »

From TCB:

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The most shocking thing to me was that after the ship capsized on her side and people had to basically climb to get out on deck; the passengers were basically mugged and robbed by a few of the passengers, as they came out on the deck.

Jane · « **Reply #44 on:** January 18, 2021, 10:20:50 AM »

Quote from: Ginny on January 18, 2021, 06:24:10 AM

Monday morning greetings! Richard has an eye exam today and, while I have to go along to drive him home, I’m not allowed inside the office. What a weird world.

I feel very uncomfortable getting an eye exam and have put off my two month check wanted to get vaccinated first. If it doesn't happen soon I will have to get my eyes checked again.

Jane · « **Reply #45 on:** January 18, 2021, 10:22:01 AM »

Quote from: John G. on January 18, 2021, 09:30:09 AM

In Private Life, Jane Smiley goes into the influenza epidemic of 1918. And guess what? People who wanted to avoid the virus wore masks and washed their hands and stayed away from other people.

Unbelievable

Matthew · « **Reply #46 on:** January 18, 2021, 10:30:16 AM »

Good Morning - home today for the holiday. Was going to go out for a lovely drive as it's a beautiful day out today. Alas, it looks like the day could be better spent working on projects for work and hanging with the boys. I may go for a walk later. Yesterday, I did a 22 mile bike ride, that was fun. Today, I think I may just stay put

Matthew · « **Reply #47 on:** January 18, 2021, 11:01:11 AM »

Put on Cavalleria Rusticana as I don't think I've ever heard the entire opera before. I sang the Opening Chorus and the Regina Coeli in a concert once and Voi Lo Sapete O Momma was sung as well.

bk · « **Reply #48 on:** January 18, 2021, 11:19:25 AM »

I'm up, I'm up - six hours of sleep.

bk · « **Reply #49 on:** January 18, 2021, 11:20:12 AM »

I don't ever listen to music when I'm actually writing - I do know some writers who do. In the case of the new book, all will become clear when you read it.

KevinH · « **Reply #50 on:** January 18, 2021, 11:25:59 AM »

Good afternoon!

KevinH · « **Reply #51 on:** January 18, 2021, 11:26:17 AM »

Belated Happy Anniversary wishes to DR Ginny and DH Richard!

KevinH · « **Reply #52 on:** January 18, 2021, 11:28:59 AM »

I also love Margaret Rutherford in The VIPs, as well as Maggie Smith and Orson Welles. Not so much the Burtons.

Jrand74 · « **Reply #53 on:** January 18, 2021, 12:31:33 PM »

DR JANE - do you remember Poor Pitiful Pearl?

Jrand74 · « **Reply #54 on:** January 18, 2021, 12:32:35 PM »

DR TCB I watched that program about the ferry sinking, too.

It was pretty awful......the event - that is.

John G. · « **Reply #55 on:** January 18, 2021, 12:58:51 PM »

Quote from: Jane on January 18, 2021, 10:20:50 AM

Quote from: Ginny on January 18, 2021, 06:24:10 AM
Monday morning greetings! Richard has an eye exam today and, while I have to go along to drive him home, I’m not allowed inside the office. What a weird world.

I feel very uncomfortable getting an eye exam and have put off my two month check wanted to get vaccinated first. If it doesn't happen soon I will have to get my eyes checked again.

I haven't wanted to get an eye-check either, though I told my diabetes doctor I would before I see her again. And my appointment for that is two weeks from now.

John G. · « **Reply #56 on:** January 18, 2021, 01:00:10 PM »

I found the pots I wanted at a price I was willing to pay.

John G. · « **Reply #57 on:** January 18, 2021, 01:01:00 PM »

Mexican Talavera that has the right colors. They look great up next to the front door. I also found a few more other pots for the back yard.

John G. · « **Reply #58 on:** January 18, 2021, 01:01:44 PM »

I put the aloe vera and oregano I bought yesterday in the backyard.

John G. · « **Reply #59 on:** January 18, 2021, 01:02:59 PM »

I don't have plants for up front, except for a purple flower that I hope survives the summer.

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