Love Never Dies

Okay, so Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber's newest musical Love Never Dies came out recently (by that I mean that it's currently at the Adelphi theatre in London, but the Original Cast Recording has been distributed), and I bought it. I was filled with ... anxiety, we'll say. I'd heard that the plot would be something along the lines of the Phantom (also known as Erik even though he NEVER receives a name in EITHER of ALW's musicals) as the proprietor of a freak show, which is VERY Out Of Character for him.

Instead, it turns out that Erik helped BUILD Coney Island, which is much more appropriate. Other than that, the plot is kind of "bleh" and has many many OOC moments for most of the characters. I will not be responsible for spoilers; I'll let you read them if you choose.

Anyway, I pre-ordered the album through Amazon and I saved 31% on it (one of the reasons I actually bought it, haha). I was pleasantly surprised by the music, I will freely admit that! Of course, I had really really hoped that the music would be good, either way, and such was the case, although some of the songs had to grow on me.

One of my friends wanted to listen to the music, but she was very confused about who was singing/saying what and when. And so, being the crazy person that I am, I transcribed the ENTIRE MUSICAL. That's right; I basically have a libretto. If it's on the Original Cast Recording, it's in my word document. And, being me, I made comments throughout! Yes, I am insane, but at least I know it. :)

"He had a heart that could have held the empire of the world, and in the end, he had to content himself with a cellar." -- Gaston Leroux's The Phantom of the Opera

Shame!

I feel so ashamed that I haven't posted anything in, quite literally, a month! I've been really caught up with school, going home, and all sorts of other things, but I am going to try to be better from now on! I will let teh shame kitteh help to soften the blow and hopefully allow all of you to forgive me.

House, M.D.

Okay, so "House" used to be one of my favorite shows, but I don't really like the new direction they've taken the show. To start with, I am an avid House/Cuddy shipper and I do NOT like what they're doing with Cuddy and Lucas. I finally watched the episode that followed Cuddy around her day, and while I enjoyed it a lot, I am really not a fan of a lot of the things they're doing.

House and Cuddy really would work as a couple. It would take some time, but they would be great together!

Lucas needs to go away. He needs to go far away and trip over his own bloody, stupid ego and hit his head on a sidewalk. Since this is a fictional character I'm talking about, I do not feel bad for saying such things. Fictional characters are fair game for my wrath. And Lucas is the subject of my wrath. FEEL my wrath, Lucas! FEEL IT! FEEL THE BUUUUURN!

....

I'm done, for now.

Goodness Gracious Me!

Oh my goodness. I've been so lax recently! *hangs head in shame* Go ahead, throw rocks; I know you want to.

I'm sorry to all of you (few though you may be) who were waiting for me to post my meaningless drivel :P. But, being a college student, I was eaten by schoolwork and Gargoyles! If you're thinking of the "glorified rain spout" type of gargoyle, no, you're wrong. THESE Gargoyles.


Now it's Spring Break, so it's time for me to get caught up! :D Hello again to everyone and I apologize for the unexpected hiatus.

Alice in ... Wonderland?

So, I've been seeing a lot of previews for Tim Burton's newest (as yet unreleased) film, Alice in Wonderland, and from what I remember of Lewis Caroll's story, they don't look very similar. Rather than just going "Oh, it's nothing like the book; I boycott!" immediately, I did a little bit of research! (Research=good, making assumptions on false or limited information=bad. I chose to follow the yellow brick road.) But anyway, over the course of my research, I discovered something! Amazing how that happens with research, isn't it? :) Tim Burton's movie is NOT, in fact, based on the novel. It is set ten years after Alice's original adventures in Wonderland. Before I found that out, I had been rather worried. After all, since it's a Tim Burton film that has Johnny Depp in it, he has to be a main character. And the Mad Hatter is not a main character in Alice's Adventures in Wonderland.

But, I do have one thing to say: what is UP with Helena Bonham Carter's proportions? I mean, seriously, are they trying to make a people-version of The Dog/The Cat ? Also, I love Tim Burton, and I'm a fan of Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter, but Mr. Burton, there are other actors that you can cast. Plus, Johnny Depp looks like a pedophile again (anyone remember Charlie and the Chocolate Factory?)!

So, I shall probably watch this movie, but I certainly won't be rushing out to see it opening weekend.

Informative Information

What can I tell you about myself? Well, I'm still a college student, but I'm also a writer and an actress, and I'm interested in all things theatre, movies, and some comedy, too! Now, as a person who participates and watches a lot of theatre, I have seen (and been in) some amazing costumes, but there are also some real clunkers out there. But, since I have a variety of interests, this blog is about more than just costumes. It is also about movies, plays, Broadway musicals, books, etc. My aim is to serve up some information with a side order of commentary.

You won't like it when I'm angry... >:[

Well, I've been doing some research about the shows that a local community theatre will be putting on this summer, and I must say, they have some good taste! At least part of the time, anyway. The summer before last, they did The Full Monty, which, let me tell you, was a blast! Most people wouldn't think that a show that has five regular guys (none of your Chippendale types here) stripping completely wouldn't have a good message, but it really does. Seriously, if you get a chance, go see The Full Monty.

But I digress. Anyway, last night I watched the 1957 (was it 1957? or 1958? no, I'm right, 1957. :) ) movie Twelve Angry Men, and let me tell you, some of those men were angry >:[. Okay, okay, I know "The title tells us that! What is this about? Why are the men angry? We don't need you to be Captain Obvious, geez! *shakes fist*"

All right, you convinced me. Twelve Angry Men is about a jury on a murder case. Let's just say that they have a difficult decision ahead of them, tempers flare, and dialogue drives this movie. I don't want to give the plot away, after all! ;) Every man in this film did justice to his part; there was good acting all around; it was wonderful to sit back and enjoy a good film. So, for those of you out there that like sparkely, simpering fluff, I'd stay away from Twelve Angry Men; it might hurt your poor, widdle bwains. BUT, if you're interested in good story, check out this movie.

An Introduction

Are you tired? Run down? Need a little light reading, but also want to check out that latest movie you’ve been hearing about constantly? Been wondering what people are saying about such and such a musical being made into a movie? Just need a little humor to jumpstart your brain?

Well, this blog is for you! We’ve got movie reviews, book reviews, insanity, crazy costumes, comedic timing and more! Don’t let what the critics say fool you; take time to read the opinion of a college student writer/actress and help her out by offering your own opinions. Don’t be shy; come on down!