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Showing posts with label Puppetry. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Puppetry. Show all posts

Thursday, March 25, 2010

Christina Aguilera..."Bionic" music release! Puppetry of Penis...







Last night Christina Aguilera was spotted at a Los Angeles performance of the theatrical stage hit "Puppetry of the Penis".

On the heels of the frenzied high-profile outing (excited paparazzi jockeyed for photo ops) the sensual DIVA noted that her spanking (!) new album - "Bionic" - was slated for release on June 8th (2010).

Fans were thrilled to hear the lead single - "Not Myself Tonight" - will premiere on her Official Web Site on March 30th (next week).

For a while it appeared Aguilera was content to rest on her laurels musically-speaking (in view of the fact her last album "Back to Basics" was released over four years ago).

The sexy chanteuse - with a flair for flesh & fashion - categorized the musical musings this way in a press release:

"It's electronic with organic elements that range from the playful to the introspective."

"It is something I don't think anyone will expect. I am so excited for my fans to hear the new sound."

The upcoming release includes creative interactions with Ladytron, Sia, Hill & Switch, and Le Tigre.

One ballad - "Lift Me Up" - was written by Linda Perry
(a former collaborator).

Aguilera is expected to wow movie audiences when she struts across the silver screen in the upcoming release - Burlesque - in which she stars opposite legendary Pop Icon Cher.

Will Aguilera's new CD offering out-sell "Back to Basics"?

Sales peaked @ 1,694,000 at last count.

New at 11!

Wednesday, March 17, 2010

Candice Bergen...working with Ice Queen on Murphy Brown! Hollywood elite...







Over the years, in the pursuit of an elusive acting career, I have been blessed with the opportunity to perform in a scene or two with a few actors of renown in the show business arena.

One of the most memorable acting stints came out-of-the-blue when I was cast to appear as a Doorman on the night-time ratings-getter Murphy Brown which starrred Candice Bergen.

The hilarious sitcom was written by Diane English.

In the straightforward plotline - on one of the funniest episodes to ever broadcast during the course of the sitcom's run  - Murphy Brown (played to perfection by Ms. Bergen) is thoroughly outraged to be barred from an exclusive club which boasts an all-male membership.

Yup!

No femme fatales allowed inside the hallowed halls, folks!

Until Murphy causes a big stink, that is.

When Candice's nervy character attempts to barge into the tony old-world club - myself and another doorman (gussied up in smart little uniforms and standing at attention at the prestigious entrance) - block Murphy's way and promptly secure the door as she stands stone-faced seething with anger.

Can you imagine what it is like to stare into the face of Ms. Bergen - in character - or not?

The experience is an unforgettable foray into the surreal, I assure you!

For starters, Ms. Begen's face is a remarkably beautiful one to gaze upon.

But, the powerful magnetic persona she exudes is a trifle more overwhelming!

To say the least!

Although I caught wind of scuttlebutt that accused Ms. Bergen was not inclined to acknowledge "the help" (as Hitchcokc might put it), the grand dame of the Hollywood elite must have thrown caution to the wind on this occasion in view of the fact she appeared to be scrutinizing my presence with some curiosity.

Later, however, Ms. Bergen was somewhat aloof on the set.

Not surprising, since a couple of extras who worked regularly in the office scenes, confided to me earlier on that the cast and crew referred to Bergen as the "Ice Queen".

I expect that having being born into privileged Hollywood circles, Ms. Bergen was cautioned early on in life (or instictively knew) not to mix with the tawdry lowly masses.

Bergen is one of the rarefied few that was actually born in Beverly Hills, California.

Her mother, Frances Bergen, was a Powers model.

 Her father, Edgar Bergen, was the legendary ventriloquist, comedian, and actor.

As a child, Bergen was allegedly irritated by the fact, that she was often referred to as Charlie McCarthy's little sister.

Charlie McCarthy was the name of her father's hand-operated dummy who delighted the teaming masses for decades (and ultimately brought great fame and fortune to the Bergen clan).

Beneath the veneer of handsome Candice, I surrmise, there is a lonely unhappy woman.

News at 11!



Candice blessed with the stunning looks!

Wednesday, October 22, 2008

HUNCHBACK...Halloween Production at The New York Theatre for Kids & Families! Puppetry, masks & treats...

New Victory Theater

There's a great Halloween show being presented at the New York Theatre for Kids & Families October 24th through November 9th.

The award-winning Redmoon Theatre's visually-stunning HUNCHBACK is both a gripping and at times comic stage adaptation of the classic Victor Hugo Novel, according to critics.

With Hugo himself as your guide, wander through the crooked cobblestone streets of medieval Paris and follow the story of a beautiful Gypsy dancer, a grand cathedral and a courageous heart.

With striking puppetry, exquisite masks, dramatic music and fearless physicality, Redmoon's intricate production spins Quasimodo, La Esmeralda and Claude Frollo off the page and into thrilling, three-dimensional life.

Producers note the stage production is best suited for all children eight years and up.

Tickets: www.NewVictory.org
(Price Range $10 - $28)

Save 20% with Code: NYTH800

Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Redmoon Theatre..."Hunchback" Halloween production at New York Theatre for Kids & Families! Puppetry, masks & treats...


New Victory Theater


There's a great Halloween show being presented at the New York Theatre for Kids & Families October 24th through November 9th.

The award-winning Redmoon Theatre's visually-stunning HUNCHBACK is both a gripping and at times comic stage adaptation of the classic Victor Hugo Novel, according to critics.

With Hugo himself as your guide, wander through the crooked cobblestone streets of medieval Paris and follow the story of a beautiful Gypsy dancer, a grand cathedral and a courageous heart.

With striking puppetry, exquisite masks, dramatic music and fearless physicality, Redmoon's intricate production spins Quasimodo, La Esmeralda and Claude Frollo off the page and into thrilling, three-dimensional life.

Producers note that the production is best suited for children eight years and up.

Tickets: www.NewVictory.org
(Price Range $10 - $28)

Save 20% with Code: NYTH800
 
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