Welcome, Anthony Rapp! (part four) — Page 89

See I can't do that. I get bored listening to other people read. I have to do it myself if I'm going to enjoy it.

I don't think I could listen to 21 hours of Harry Potter though.

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Actually, Seth fell asleep during chapter 2. He fell asleep because my voice was so soothing and he was lying down, not because he was bored.

Mariel

Yes. Underlined.

In fact, after I read the section when Anthony confronts his mother's dead body, I cried. That was the first time I cried over anything dealing with Anthony's book. Reading it to myself, I was moved but kept distant from it at the same time. But re-enacting the intonations I heard in my head and, in a sense, acting it out; it just hit me harder. Seth was even crying afterwards.

Reading it out loud also affects me physcially. For example, the "tyson moment." My heart was beating faster. I felt jittery and scared and tensed. I was breathing faster and not quite as deep. You can imagine what I was literally feeling while reading other very emotional scenes.

Mariel

Updated On: 4/14/06 at 07:52 PM

Hi all!

I just wanted to pop my head in; I haven't been around in ages as I have been studying for the GMAT to (hopefully) get into business school, but I did want to share the fact that I saw RENT on Broadway last Saturday for the first time since 1997. All in all, I was very pleased. It was very surreal for me- the first time I saw the show I was 16, and I truly think that the life experiences that I've had since that time have allowed me to grow in my appreciation of the show.

I was curious to see Matt Caplan, as I've heard such negative things about his performance, but all in all I was pleased. He does have a wonderful, powerful voice, but seems to be too cocky and self-assured with his portrayal of Mark. Granted, the only other Mark I have ever seen was Anthony, but something seems a little off. That's the best way that I can describe it. He has a likeability factor, but not in a cute, dorky sort of way, which is how I always view Mark.

Tim was great as Roger! Very passionate, and I enjoyed his voice. Matt and Tim sounded fantastic together on "What You Own." I also thought that Destan was fantastic as Collins- I loved his voice, and his "I'll Cover You- Reprise" was touching and spot on.

Mimi- she was played by Moeisha McGill during my performance. She was hot and cold for me. Sometimes she completely lacked vocal power, and sometimes she gave me chills. I didn't love the performance, but it wasn't awful by any means.

Maureen- I loved Haven! What a wonderful voice, and a great "Over the Moon!" I found her to be likeable and spunky- loved every moment!

Angel- Justin Johnston was great..his "take me" during Contact was powerful and touching..great chemistry with Destan.

Side note- it was fun to see Frenchie Davis in the ensemble. She was much better than I expected, specifically during "Seasons."

Anyway, sorry to be so long winded, but I just wanted to share:) Hope you are all doing well.

Lesley

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Updated On: 4/13/06 at 10:37 PM

Hey Stater! Glad you had fun.

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To the first page we go!

Great review, Stater!

So how is everyone?

Updated On: 4/14/06 at 11:40 AM

*flails* Spring Break!

I'll eventually get the audiobook. Eventually meaning when I have money to spare on it, so probably not until the summer.

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I should be getting mine tomorrow. I'm hoping that it does come by then because I want to listen to it on the way up to New York. Come Monday night, I will have FINALLY seen Rent on broadway! Friggen 5 years of waiting and the time finally comes. *does happy dance*

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How much is the audio version?

I think it would be cool to have the audio book. I love hearing the snippets of him reading during his book tour.

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Hah, I think they'll probably continue up until the 10th anniversary.