Go See WHOOPI

I went to WHOOPI tonight and I have to say it was the best 90 minutes of my life. The show was not just a typical comedic show but, it was also informative and VERY emotional. I am sure those of you who have seen the show agree that the disabled character she did in the show was so touching and wonderful. I really would like to see her have a successful run on broadway.

She got a mixed to negative review in the Times by Isherwood. I thought his points -- lack of direction, too much Whoopi and too little characterization -- weren't so much wrong as irrelevant. She couldn't really be the young, fresh unknown she was 20 years ago. This time, we don't go to discover raw talent, but rather to celebrate an artist who has had a rocky but memorable ride. Revisiting her first success is poignant, and flaws and all, still gives us a reason to cheer her artistry--and yes, her political fervor.

She's an American original--and a success story--a black woman from the projects who's gone on to take every major award and become a multi-millionaire. She has a right to speak up and out, and long may she do so.

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Review

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Im surprised I didn't see you, Amneris. I noticed pretty much anyone and everyone I knew who went in.

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haha

well I didn't actually come IN the theatre. I was just outside before the show -- mostly milling around with the people from my office and the guys doing security -- making sure the celebrities went through the press line and got their tickets from us.

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No.

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