Fifth - Random Land!

The topic this week is Disney on Broadway.

In recent years (well, decades), the Walt Disney company has begun slowly taking over the world.

Well, at least the Great White Way.

What began with "The Lion King", turned into "Aladdin", which led to my personal favorite, "The Hunchback of Notre Dame" (which, sadly never fully made it to Broadway because of the cash cow called Frozen. I hate that movie.)

Now - with those few in mind, it makes sense that my ultimate favorite is "Beauty and the Beast".

There's a local production that I'm able to be a part of. Working as part of the ensemble is a wonderful opportunity; amazing cast members, great musical score, and a great chance to learn something new about the show.

Coming in late from a rehearsal I'm cutting this one off - sorry about anything extravagant you expected to see.

What's your favorite Disney production?

Halloween on the Stage

I am a huge lover of the arts.

If I could live inside of a theatre, I would pack up and move in less than an hour. There would be so much to do - to see.

With the fall season, and the wonderful weather we're having, it seems only appropriate that I make a list of plays and musicals that will give you a few chills.


1. The Rocky Horror Show

     First things first, "The Rocky Horror Show" is the musical you will see live on stage. "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" is the movie. This is a classic in and of itself because of the campy nature. With a guest appearance from Meatloaf, and the Time Warp (Again!) it's a must see for the beginning of the Halloween season.

2. Little Shop of Horrors

     If a local theatre company is doing this, I suggest going over to take a look. It's another show that's sure to give you chills and double look at the plants in your house. With a movie that made two different endings (the stage version has a - well - best not to see it), it's sure to find a way into your heart. Plus, Rick Moranis.

3. The Addams Family

     Come join the family for a reunion to die for. Everything's dark, creepy, but one thing's off - how can the world's favorite creepy family cope when their daughter falls in love? Take a seat, sit back, and let the Family show you what True Love is.

4. Dracula

     It wouldn't be Halloween without our favorite vampire. Frank Wildhorn lends a beautiful mixture of music in this stage adaptation of Bram Stoker's infamous novel. While it follows rather closely to the source material, it takes on an etheral appearance. While you can find the whole show on youtube (which I highly recommend, in either English, or German), I suggest taking a listen to this soundtrack.

4. Into the Woods

     This takes a whole new twist on the Grimm fairy tales. Journey through the woods with Cinderella, Jack, the Baker and his wife, Red Riding Hood, and the Witch. With all the wishes being made, it make for a tall order to fill. While the first act is light and cheerful, beware act two. Wishes have a price to be paid. Not everything ends well and happily ever after for some of our favorite fairy tale heroes and heroines.

5. The Phantom of the Opera

     Finishing off my list, I'll leave you with the longest-running, well-known musical. The story of a disfigured musical genius who haunts the infamous opera house, writing operas for a young sorprano. The story takes us through the backstage working of the opera house, bringing together a mystery as to who the man in the mask is. With as many musical adaptations as there are movie versions, one of them is bound to give you the thrills and chills of a great horror movie. While I love the musical on Broadway, I would suggest renting the 1926 silent film, turning off all the lights, and let yourself become embroiled in Lon Chaney Sr.'s infamous unmasking scene.

What are some of your favorite horror plays? Musicals? Movies?

Short - Sweet - Lost

I couldn’t really decide on what topic I wanted to use today. I know most of the time it’s hard to find a topic. Sadly – and although there are dozens of sites that state lists and lists of topics – I have not found much inspiration for today.

Which is why I’m posting this around 11 at night.

I could ramble on about something I enjoy, such as: The Phantom of the Opera, Walt Disney, New York pizza, old movies, sock monkeys, tangle art, writing, fanfiction, movies in general, opera, theatre, theater, musicals.

(Okay the pizza’s a random – but I’m watching “Friends” and they are eating cheese pizza right now, which looks so incredibly delicious!)

Alright – fine – there’s a ton of things I could write about today. Instead I think I’ll just leave it here – ask me a question if any of the above are things you love.