And for you “Heroes” fans, here’s Milo Ventimiglia …
Meanwhile … CONSUME!!!
While I am starting to tear what little bit of my hair remains out over “Cabaret,” you can go to your local store and grab these great goodies that came out this week.
One of my favorites from earlier in the year … William Friedkin’s film version of the Tracy Letts stage play “Bug.” I have never been a huge Ashley Judd fan, but she made me a believer playing the emotionally damaged and physically abused waitress Agnes. Micheal Shannon also is really great as Peter (a lone drifter whom the bugs soon follow).
Finally!!! After eight years of waiting, the good folks behind “The Simpsons” have released another cd (“Testify“) containing music and musical numbers from the show. Highlights from the 41 track disc are the B-52’s performing “Glove Slap” and a medley of tunes from “The President Wore Pearls” (the super excellent “Evita” parody episode).
Busted Down …
My brain is totally fried and done. I am at the point with the show that I usually hit about this time.
“It sucks.”
“People are going to hate it.”
“I never want to direct again.”
The rest of the production staff assures me that things are looking good and that show is going to rock. The calvary cavalry also rode into town last night and some things that I was worried/unhappy about are going to end up getting fixed as “Eagle Eyes” is now on the case. One more rehearsal and we have an invited audience for final dress on Wednesday and a full house of paying people for the preview on Thursday.
Hopefully I will get home from the theater tonight before 12:30 a.m. I need some serious Zzzzzzzzzz’s.
Eastern Promises
Franke and I checked out “Eastern Promises” last night. I really, really liked it even though (I think) it’s one of David Cronenberg‘s most straightforward films. The story is interesting and all the actors do a really nice job in the movie. I have never been a big Viggo fan … but Cronenberg does seem to bring out the great actor in him (see also “A History of Violence“). Though I don’t think it quite matches the brilliance of his films from the 80’s … it’s definitely worth seeing.
Apologies
I will now publicly apologize to Myke for accidentally deleting his comment from last week while I was trying to get rid of some spam comments.
Ticketed!!!
Damn, damn, damn … I got busted this morning at a license check for a dead inspection sticker. It expired last month. So, no I get to go to court next month and all that jazz. The ticket will probably get dropped when I prove that I took care of the problem. It’s just gonna be a pain in ass though.
On the other side of things … Blonde Redhead knocked my socks off last night. They freakin’ rock!
Going Fast (Apparently)
The tickets for “Cabaret” went on sale today to season ticket holders and in 3-1/2 hours nearly 25% of the tickets for the run are already gone. That’s right. They sold around 600 tickets today and tickets for the general public don’t go on sale until Saturday! This looks like it could be a sell out for the run. Steve is already bugging me about seeing if the cast/crew/orchestra will be available for extra performances. Crazy!!!
Tonight!
Tonight I am saying “Screw you, Cast & Crew of ‘Cabaret!'” and heading off to The Orange Peel … ’cause tonight I get to see Blonde Redhead. Whoo-hoo!
Your Table is Waiting …
Upcoming!
Someone (*hint, hint*) has a special, once-a-year day coming up next month. So, now would be a great time to place your orders and smother that special someone with loads of DVDs from here in the States or from Overseas!
One Great. One So-So.
Holy Mother of God …you must see “Audition!” This movie seriously messed my shit up. Not quite a horror film in the traditional sense, it has enough horror elements to ensure that you will have your eyes covered for the final 15 minutes. Genius!
Jonesy loaned me the first season of “Heroes” and I finished watching it this past weekend. Pretty good show until they hit the season finale. I thought it was a really anti-climatic end after the 22 episode build up.
Up in Arms
Hooray for anxiety disorders! They make the days fun and exciting.
Was anxious for some of the weekend and been really nerved up this morning. I think it’s all work (been busy) and “Cabaret” (we open in less than two weeks) related. “Cabaret” has been pretty stress free so far but there is one big thing that is starting to freak me out. I wonder if it’s gonna get done. I suspect so, but it’s probably gonna look half-assed which is not cool. The coming days will answer that big ole question mark.
I may ask you to shoot me in the next few days.
One Down. Two To Go!
Whew. A busy week is almost done. Here are three images to start off your weekend.
We got on our stage this past week and it seems like the actors have adjusted pretty well to the space … if they can just remember their lines, lyrics, choreography and staging. Heh. We have one more week of “running through” the show and two dress/tech rehearsals before people will come in for the final dress rehearsal. Hard to believe but “Cabaret” opens in a mere two weeks!
And here’s Chris Evans (again) in a still from the movie “Sunshine.” Mmmm, mmmm.
Must … Have … Dalek … Spacebot #13 Qee!!!
Happy Weekend to ya!