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Watched the documentary. I don't think I'll able to separate the man from the music ever again. This is coming from someone who saw Michael Jackson’s ONE by Cirque du Soleil twice (it really is the best show in Vegas right now). The only way I would ever see Janet (admittedly, I’m a much bigger fan of hers than of her brother) in Vegas is if she made some kind of statement.

I applaud HBO for airing it, along with the Oprah interview, even in the face of a lawsuit (watch it before it gets pulled folks!). As a child of the 90s, I grew up listening to his music, I remember seeing Captain EO at Epcot (Anjelica Huston scared the SH!T outta me), and I remember the early allegations on TV. As ColorTheHours048 pointed out, when the details about Michael Jackson’s personal life started to emerge, it creeped me out. Even then as a kid, I remember thinking “this is someone with a lot of money and power, who got away with doing very bad things.”

It’s interesting to look at the paradox that developed in the media after the trial. Shows like SNL, MADtv, and South Park (brace yourself, some of these are pretty disgusting to watch after viewing Leaving Neverland) were “poking fun” at the sexual predatory violence towards children, and somehow Jackson’s “open secret” had become something socially acceptable enough to laugh at. What does this say about us as a society?

I hope the maniacal die-hard Michael Jackson fans can watch Leaving Neverland, and get a wake up call. It’s a well made documentary that examines all aspects of a very complicated issue. I’m still struggling to understand Wade Robson and Jimmy Safechuck’s parents and how they could be so blind to Jackson’s behavior, but as they explained in the Oprah interview, it was apart of a “grooming” process. I’m glad this documentary is bringing more awareness to the issue, particularly for men and boys and how we talk about predators, victims and healing.

Further viewing (for those interested): Sexual Assault of Men Played for Laughs

Sondheimite said: "The theatre world is not for you, Soaring29.  At least not as a job.  

 

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This. 

At least not in the acting realm. 

 As an actor, you have absolutely no power. That’s just a given you either accept or you don’t. 

Casting agents, directors, choreographers, etc, have absolute power.

Again, either you accept that or you don’t. 

 

^ well at least it wasn't all for nothing. Now that you mention that, I do remember seeing/reading that somewhere. 

If anyone knows if any footage that exists on youtube of Crista Moore's Louise, I'd be very interested to see it. 

Arthur Laurents (usually quite the curmudgeon when reminiscing about Gypsy) called her "incandescent" in one of his books, so I'd love to see/read more about her performance. 

Here are some youtube links to Lavin's performance in the show- 

https://youtu.be/gyvlr7pvoZk Rose's Turn

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G0MDvT1Qyxk. Everything's Coming Up Roses 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucelmzykiTc Some People from a Julie Styne TV Special 

As a big fan of the show, 'Lavin-gate' has always piqued my interest. I never thought I would be able to gage, for myself, what her performance was like. Well, for better or worse, god bless youtube. All I can say is that it must have been ....quite an interesting evening at the theatre. 

 

Fair enough. Being in AEA, I was under the impression I couldn't work on non union shows in any capacity.

If this person is directing I guess I should start, too. 

 

Question- 

an actor who is an active member of the Actors Equity Association in my community has been directing non union, community theatre in my area. 

Is this legit? I feel like theres some moral union gray area here. 

Admittedly, yes, I'm bitter. I've busted my ass to get in the union and I feel like this person is double dipping. 

Thoughts? 

Abigail Breslin is serving me Jaymes Mansfield realness with those stubby legs. Oh girl. You should have said no. 

Watching this Colt Prattles guy try and act is like watching paint dry. 

I had the time of my life... watching Katy Sagal sing fever while Debra Messing got wet. 

 

 

Contact. No question. 

Jordan Catalano said: "I hope it's AIR BUD starring Kristin Chenoweth.

 

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Oh. I smell a Tony. 

The Apple Dumpling Gang with Charlie Sheen

^ and doing it brilliantly, IMO. He's the best thing about that show. 

John Goodman would be an inspired choice for Edna. 

I think James Corden could do it too. 

Rob Marshall though . . . 

Kad, thanks for posting. I remember when that was brought up in the 'off topic section.' Some stunning renderings. 

Am I crazy in thinking Guillermo del Toro could direct this? 

Can Cate Blanchett sing? 

^ Okay. Not going to lie. That kind of blew my mind.