Tag Archives: musicals

To Dream the Impossible Dream

Posted on December 18, 2019 by cdsmiller17

Man of La Mancha Yes, I had a dream last night that featured the cartoon drawing of Don Quixote, as shown on this image, above. It was totally unexpected, so I took note, as you do. The use of the … Continue reading →

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Judy: Gotta Sing, Gotta Dance?

Posted on October 27, 2019 by cdsmiller17

No: Gotta Eat, Gotta Sleep We saw this movie yesterday. I wasn’t sure what to expect, having not read or seen any advance publicity. So, I think it was a bit disappointing to have it focus on the London “Talk … Continue reading →

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A Trip Down Cherry Tree Lane

Posted on December 31, 2018 by cdsmiller17

Mary Poppins Returns It took more than half a century to continue the story 25 years later. That’s the magic of Disney: even the math doesn’t add up. I chose the title as my way of paying homage to Cockney … Continue reading →

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How They Got It (Mostly) Right

Posted on October 23, 2018 by cdsmiller17

Jesus Christ Superstar (1973) Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice collaborated on a rock opera concept album in 1970. Then it was staged in the West End of London, and, later, Broadway in New York. The story was intended to … Continue reading →

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A (New) Star is Born

Posted on October 13, 2018 by cdsmiller17

Lady Gaga could win an Oscar Bradley Cooper is a very smart man. Most directors would be wary of yet another remake of this story. In fact, after Barbra Streisand’s last joke of film, the idea should have been dead … Continue reading →

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Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert

Posted on April 2, 2018 by cdsmiller17

Damned For All Time/Blood Money It wasn’t me that picked up the similarity, it was Susan. I think I’ve probably heard it too many times, starting with the 1970 concept LP. Last night NBC broadcast the show on Easter Sunday, … Continue reading →

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Material Girl Video: Homage or Parody?

Posted on February 25, 2018 by cdsmiller17

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Musical Theatre: Art Imitating Life?

Posted on January 23, 2018 by cdsmiller17

Who is Really in Charge? In 2006, Mel Gibson made a mistake. In the heat of the moment, he said some stuff that got him sidelined for almost 10 years. Admittedly, what he said sounded weird at the time, but, … Continue reading →

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