3 Nominations!

Evita has been honored with three Tony Award nominations!

Best Revival Of A Musical
Best Performance By A Featured Actor In A Musical: Michael Cerveris
Best Choreography: Rob Ashford

Such amazing news!  Be sure to tune into the 2012 Tony Awards on June 10th at 8 p.m. on CBS!

Wedding Bells!

Yes, another Leo and Greenlee post.  I remember their beautiful boathouse wedding so vividly.  The love they shared was pure fairytale fantasy!  Unfortunately, tragedy has a tendency to strike at the most inopportune of times.  That's life, I guess!  GreenLeo forever!

Hangover?

Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday, Barbra!  You've been an inspiration beyond measure!  70 years young!  May you live forever!

Barbra Wall!

Finally!  Have always wanted to put up a picture of my Barbra wall, but could never get a good one.  After rearranging last night, I decided to try again.  It isn't much compared to some Streisand collectors I know, but I love paying tribute to one of my life's greatest inspirations.

New Loveseat!

 

George!

Apparently, he thinks a doll bed fits him just right.  Looks good to me!  Silly George!

Attitude!

Quote Of The Moment...

"They stare at the carnival, but they'll never win you back."

-Downtown Train-Rod Stewart

Praise!

Coming Home!

Mixed feelings about this bit of news.  General Hospital has tapped Lindsey Morgan to take over the role of Kristina.  I think it's very smart to bring the character back into the fold, especially for the summer months, but am going to miss Lexi Ainsworth terribly.  The casting department is usually on point, so all should be good.  Look for Morgan to debut on May 21st.

Quote Of The Moment...

Quote Of The Moment...

"Experience revokes our license to return to simpler times."

-Gregory Maguire

Quote Of The Moment...

"I can't believe this pain.  It's driving me insane.  Without your touch, life will be lonely.

-Hands To Heaven-Breathe

Quote Of The Moment...

"Even when you walk away, I still know where you're hurting."

-Heart Of Stone-Taylor Dayne

He's Here!

Everyone say hello to the newest member of the Spangler family!

Renewed!

No need for a long post. The title says it all! General Hospital has been renewed for one year! YAY!

Yes!

Broadway.com is reporting that a cast album of the Broadway revival of Evita has been recorded, and will be released on June 19th!  According to the product page on Amazon, the recording is a highlights album.  While I'm definitely excited, this is very disappointing.  Was hoping against hope for a complete recording.  Who knows, maybe the info is wrong, and there's a big surprise in store!  Either way, it's going to be amazing!

LMAO!

Oh, Hell Yeah!

Ready for some awesome casting news?!  According to We Love Soaps, Florencia Lozano is set to bring Tea Delgado to Port Charles!  Unbelievable!  Tea was one of the main reasons I tuned into One Life To Live as often as I did!  Why is she heading over?  The obvious answer is that someone is going to need her legal expertise.  Wouldn't it be amazing if somehow she represented Sonny or Jason in a case against Todd?  The idea is kind of outlandish, and I don't know how it would work, but that would be a twist I could get behind.  Can you imagine Florencia in scenes with the likes of Laura Wright and Nancy Lee Grahn?  That would be orgasmic!  Oh, the possibilities!

Happy Easter!

Let us not forget the true meaning of this day!  Happy Easter, everyone!

Goofy!

The Truth Is...

This is the best Elena-as-Eva picture I've seen yet!

Caricature!

Drawn by Squigs.  Property Of Broadway.com

Funny Bunny Money!

Found this at Walgreens last night, in the Easter candy aisle.  How can you go wrong?  An adorable bunny, and milk chocolate.

Just Dillon...

Mr. Dillon!

Quote Of The Moment

"Don't make me chase you.  Even doves have pride."

-When Doves Cry-Prince

Quote Of The Moment...

"If you could see through my eyes, you'd let go of your fears."

-Remember Me-Journey

Love It!

Another beautiful shot of Elena as Eva.

AWESOME!

Wrestlemania XXVIII Scorecard!

Wrestlemania XXVIII

April 1, 2012

 1. Tag Team Title Match: Colons vs. Usos vs. Tyson Kidd And Justin Gabriel

Regis - Tyson Kidd and Justin Gabriel

Tim - Usos

Krystal - Colons

Dave - Colons

2. World Heavyweight Championship: Daniel Bryan vs. Sheamus

Regis - Daniel Bryan

Tim - Sheamus

Krystal - Sheamus

Dave - Sheamus

3. No Reason Match: Orton vs. Kane

Regis - Kane

Tim - Orton followed by post-match punt (pmp)

Krystal - Orton

Dave - Orton

4. Intercontinental Title Match: Cody Rhodes vs. Big Show

Regis - Big Show

Tim - Big Show (by disqualification)

Krystal - Big Show

Dave - Cody Rhodes

5. Women's Tag Team Match:

Maria Menounos And Kelly Kelly vs. Eve Torres And Beth Phoenix

Regis - Maria and Kelly

Tim - Maria and Kelly

Krystal - Maria and Kelly

Dave - Kharma interferes and takes out Beth Phoenix

6. Hell In A Cell Match: Triple H vs. Undertaker (HBK Special Guest Referee)

Regis - Undertaker with no interference

Tim - Undertaker with HBK and Brock Lesner interference

Krystal - Undertaker

Dave - Undertaker after Shawn Michaels gives sweet chin music to Triple H

7. For Total GM Control: Team Teddy vs. Team Johnny

Regis - Team Teddy

Tim - Team Johnny

Krystal - Team Johnny

Dave - Team Johnny

8. WWE Title Match: CM Punk vs. Jericho

Regis - Jericho

Tim - Punk

Krystal - Punk

Dave - Punk

9. All The Marbles Match: Cena vs.  Rock

Regis - Rock

Tim - Cena with Batista getting involved

Krystal - Cena

Dave - No winner: "Alberto Del Rio comes back and f#@%s them up."

Special Guest Appearances:

Regis - Batista

Tim - Brock Lesner, Batista, Lord Tensai, Stone Cold

Krystal - Brock Lesner

Dave - Vince

Think I'm Done!

A while back, I started watching the reruns of AMC on Soapnet.  As always, it didn't take me long to get hooked again.  After a very short period though, I remembered why I didn't care for it during this particular stretch.  Simply put, the show was extremely dark.  The only real brightspot, Jeffrey Carlson as Zoe, left a couple of weeks ago.  Kidnapping, baby selling schemes, adultery, serial killers, abandonment issues, miscarriages.  No joy at all.  It's just too much.  I'm all about the drama, but when several of these issues are front and center at the same time, I have to tap.

Quote Of The Moment...

"Did Judas Iscariot have God on his side?"

-Bob Dylan

Quote Of The Moment...

"No matter what the ending, my life began with you."

-No Matter What-Boyzone

Cat...

Cheated?

It was revealed at the end of the episode yesterday that Robin is alive.  Honestly, even though I kind of new it was coming, I'm not happy.  For me, all the power and emotion of her death, funeral, and the repercussions is pointless now.  How am I supposed to care?  The next time Kimberly needs money, Robin will resurface.  The more I write, the more upset I become.  I get that this is Ron and Frank trying to rectify a hideous mistake by the previous regime, but maybe well enough should have been left alone.

Awesome!

Once In A Lifetime?

When this match was announced a year ago, I was very upset.  We all know my Cena hate is pretty much legendary by now, but I was more pissed that The Rock was going to be in the main event of the biggest show on the wrestling calendar.  How could a guy who hasn't wrestled in eight years just be handed the top spot on the card?  Two wrestlers I despise headlining Wrestlemania?  Needless to say, my hopes weren't high.

Time to admit something.  I was wrong.  Though the buildup didn't start out strong, it's definitely picking up steam as we approach final hour.  Here's something I never thought I'd say.  I'm actually all about Cena on this one.  Throughout the entire feud, John has gone out of the way to make the heat between he and Rock seem legitimate.  Every point made is truthful.  Some of my favorites:

The only reason The Rock is back is because of the huge payday he's getting.
The Rock used WWE as a stepping stone to Hollywood, and disregarded it upon arrival.
Though he constantly professes an undying love for wrestling, he disappears for years at a time.
The only time The Rock returns is to promote a project outside of wrestling.

Funnily enough, these are things I've been screaming for years!  Anyway, you'd think "the most electrifying man in sports-entertainment" would be seething with anger in the face of these honesty shots, right?  How does the anger manifest itself?  Chair shots to the head?  Sneak attacks with foreign objects?  Interfering in Cena's matches, costing him victory?  All great ways to exact revenge, but no.  If you guessed picking on the way John dresses, or singing unflattering songs about his mother, you're right on the money.  No, seriously.  You don't have to get your eyes checked.  You read that correctly.  The Rock has no legitimate beef with Cena.

Everytime the two are in a confrontation, Cena leaves Rocky looking incompetent, and unfit to grace a wrestling ring.  WWE is promoting this match as once in a lifetime.  Though there are rumors of The Rock sticking around after Wrestlemania, I hope John beats him so bad that he retreats to the safety of Hollywood, never to be seen again.  Can you smell that, Rock?  It should be a familiar scent.  Can you place it?  Okay, okay.  I'll tell you.  It's the smell of mediocrity and defeat.  Get used to it now, so it doesn't knock you on your ass April 1st.  Cena will be doing enough of that.

As we close, I'd like to make one thing perfectly clear.  I'm no fan of John Cena.  In this case, he's just the lesser of two evils.  When April 2nd dawns, my disdain for him will reemerge full force.

Quote Of The Moment...

"I'm inclined to think half mankind thinks the other half is blind.  Wouldn't be surprised to find they're all in cahoots."

-Facade-Jekyll And Hyde

Quote Of The Moment...

"Everyday, people in their own sweet way, like to add a coat of paint, and be what they ain't."

-Facade-Jekyll And Hyde

Quote Of The Moment...

"Is it easier for you to say you never loved me, anyway.? Or, do you hide me in your attic trunk, like a stowaway?"

-Do The Walls Come Down?-Carly Simon

Love Never Dies: 2010 Original Concept Album

In doing my research regarding the genesis of Love Never dies, I've learned that Andrew Lloyd Webber has attempted to get the project off the ground several times.  Can you imagine the pressure of writing a sequel to the most successful show in the history of musical theatre?  Must have been unbearable.  So, did it live up to the insane expectations?  Not for me.

Beginning with good, the orchestrations are beautiful.  Though the music is overly repetitive at times, I didn't mind because it's entrancing.  Stunningly unique score that fits the show perfectly.  Continuing, the cast is top-shelf.  My love for Ramin and Sierra is well-documented, but everyone more than pulls their weight.  Last bit of good, though along the lines of the previous statement, the acting is wonderful.  This may seem obvious to some, but occasionally, with a cast recording, it's difficult to emotionally invest in the story.  The lack of visuals and environment hinders.  Not an issue in this instance.  Every beat of story shows through.

Speaking of story, it's certainly the biggest problem.  One would think, with the meticulous care taken in other areas, that the most important element would be brilliantly crafted.  While I won't ruin it for you, I knew how everything was going to play out within the first fifteen minutes.  On top of the ridiculous level of predictability, there are holes in the story big enough to drive a truck of inconsistencies through.  While there are certainly a few sparks of genius, most of the story greatly detracts from any real enjoyment of the piece.

Very Stylish!

Quote Of The Moment...

"You can't legislate humanity."

-Oprah Winfrey

Creepy!

While in New York last weekend, Tim went to an autograph signing featuring wrestlers from the past and present.  He picked me up this awesome skull signed by Papa Shango!  Kind of scary!  I love it!  Thanks, buddy!

VIVA EVITA!

In its first week of performances, the Broadway revival of Evita has grossed over $1 Million in ticket sales!  This is incredible!  If any indication, a long, successful run looks a sure bet!

So True!

Phantom Of The Opera: 2011 25th Anniversary Cast

Full disclosure, I'm not the biggest fan of The Phantom.  Having said that, I respect any musical with this kind of longevity.  For that reason, I decided to give the live recording of the 25th anniversary concert a listen.  From the outset, I could sense a difference.  Wasn't able to put my finger on it until The Phantom's first entrance.  Ramin Karimloo brings a power, sensuality, and presence to the role that I'd never experienced with previous performers.  With the slightest inflections, he lends depth and believability to a character in desperate need of those attributes.  It's been a long time since I've heard a voice as beautiful as Mr. Karimloo's.

Not to be outdone by her leading man, Sierra Bogges is a gritty, raw, and real Christine.  That's big praise from me, considering I think that she's one of the worst characters in the history of musical theatre.  On her strengths of voice and acting ability, Sierra makes every turbulent high and low Christine experiences authentic.

The rest of the cast fit their roles well, and support the weak story as best they can.  While I don't think I'll ever count The Phantom Of The Opera among my favorite musicals, this production goes a long way in showing me why it is a worldwide phenomenon.  A fitting tribute for a milestone anniversary.

Someone's In The Kitchen...

Jill made Lace Cookies last night.  Very yummy!

Ramin!

This is Ramin Karimloo!  I recently discovered him while watching the 25th Anniversary Celebration of The Phantom Of The Opera, in which he plays the title role.  I'm not a huge fan of male singers, but his voice is PERFECT!  Any words or phrases I use to describe it won't do justice!  Can't get enough!  Quickly becoming an obsession!  Do yourself a favor.  Listen and be AWED!

Damn!

So, apparently, the news about Kin Shriner returning to GH as Scott Baldwin isn't true.  Daytime Confidential just posted an article that clears the air regarding a rash of rumors.  I'm very disappointed.  Was looking forward to seeing Scotty cause some trouble.  Who knows, maybe somewhere down the line, he'll pop up.

Comfy!

Sleeping Beauty!

Quote Of The Moment...

"No one gets out of life alive."

-Nigel McGuinness

Contract!

Roger Haworth has signed a contract, and is staying with General Hospital.  I can't tell you how happy and excited this makes me.  Can't wait to get swept up in the war between Todd and Sonny!  Who knows, maybe Roger will teach Maurice how to act.  Hopefully, some technique and skill will rub off.

Beauty!

This is Beauty.  She's an adorable Blue-Nose Pitbull puppy.  Got to spend a couple hours playing with her this afternoon.  Such fun!  I'm hoping she becomes a regular visitor!

Quote Of The Moment...

"Life is a dream we are dreaming."

-Then You Look At Me-Celine Dion

Great Scott!

Kin Shriner is bringing Scott Baldwin home to Port Charles!  No specifics available yet, but I'm extremely excited.  Wonder how Luke is going to react?

Hilarious, And True!

Tracie made this for me.  Absolutely hysterical!  Think I'm going to have it made into a t-shirt!

A Grouch?

This is Oscar.  He's legit one of the sweetest dogs in the world.  Personally, I don't care much for bulldogs at all, but I love him.

Quote Of The Moment...

"I read The Bible like I eat fish.  I take the meat that serves me well, but I don't choke on the bone."

-Kristen Chenoweth

Dinosaur Dog?

This is my cousin Jill's bulldog, Mika.  I don't know why, but for some reason, she looks like a dinosaur in this picture.  Totally cute, but definitely dinosaur-esque.

Awesome!

I love my Amazon Visa!  Have been wanting to buy the Original London Cast recording of Miss Saigon for a long time, but haven't come across a used one cheap enough.  Looked on Amazon just now, and there was one for $1.57!  Really?  A double CD at that price?  How could I pass it up?!  As I'm going through the checkout process, I see an option I had never before.  Apparently, when you accrue a certain number of points on your card, they can be used as money.  Turns out, I had $10 in points!  Miss Saigon only totalling $4, I used my points and got it for free!  Always good when you get something for nothing!  Love it!

Quote Of The Moment...

"The most purring of cats can still kill a bird within half a purr."

-Sister Doctor-Son Of A Witch