Next time, at least send an invitation!

[tazber]

Posted: 6/18/08 at 7:42am

According to Riedel, the Tony committee didn't even notify Sondheim that he was being honored. He apparently found out from the press, and therefore didn't bother to alter his travel plans.
Can't say I blame him.


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Posted: 6/18/08 at 7:50am

Man what is up with that Tony committee? You'd think bestowing an honorary Tony would have some sort of procedure to it- contacting the person beforehand to make sure they will accept, for example....

[CurtainPullDowner]

Posted: 6/18/08 at 7:53am

Updated On: 6/18/08 at 07:53 AM

[CurtainPullDowner]

Posted: 6/18/08 at 7:53am

Well now we know who is starting all those Bernadette vs. Patti threads. Updated On: 6/18/08 at 07:53 AM

[CurtainPullDowner]

Posted: 6/18/08 at 7:53am

Uh, Ms. Peters also got a Standing O and the live lobsters were not running down 6th Ave. during her performance.

[antonijan]

Posted: 6/18/08 at 7:55am

They should get their act together. It's shameful.

[antonijan]

Posted: 6/18/08 at 7:56am

They should get their act together. It's shameful.

[tazber]

Posted: 6/18/08 at 7:57am

.....that's very nice CPD.

Completely random and off topic, but nice.

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Posted: 6/18/08 at 8:04am

I am glad you pointed that out actually CPD- I would have but heaven knows I am not one to fan the flames of Patti Vs. Bernadette rage.

[thtrbear]

Posted: 6/18/08 at 9:09am

What's this about the live lobsters? She sings too loud?

[Dancin Thru Life]

Posted: 6/18/08 at 9:38am

If that story is true, it is, indeed, shameful.
And certainly the wrong way to honor a guest!

I thought it a little strange, too, but avoided the other thread about Sondheim's absence as it got too long and windy.

Even the newest member of any planning committee should have known that, much like bestowing an honorary degree at a university, the most important aspect of any special award is MAKING SURE THE GUEST OF HONOR IS AT THE PARTY!!!!

Hell, would the Tony Committee throw a wedding without the Bride and Groom??? After this week, I think they may indeed!

This might be the note they sent to Him Monday Morning:

We're sorry, Mr. Sondheim.
It won't happen at your NEXT Lifetime Achievement Awards.
We promise!

GEEZ!

[doodlenyc]

Posted: 6/18/08 at 9:49am

Perhaps they also could've done more of a tribute, say a number other than the one from that mediocre revival? Perhaps have Patti do "Worst Pies in London"...lobsters and all.

[doodlenyc]

Posted: 6/18/08 at 10:01am

Oh, and Larry Gelbart? B'nai Venuto? Brill.

[nmartin]

Posted: 6/18/08 at 10:12am

The "B'nai Venuto" comment was indeed wonderful if a bit obscure for most readers. I loved it.

[jv92]

Posted: 6/18/08 at 10:15am

Riedel's comment that Mandy was in Steve's signature "panhandler" beard (or something to that effect) was not witty at all. Maybe the Post could replace him with Larry Gelbart. The collumns would be funnier.

[frontrowcentre2]

Posted: 6/18/08 at 10:27am

In last place, with a pathetic eight correct predictions, was yours truly.

Maybe he would do better with his predictions if he actually bothered to go see the shows he writes about!

[TooDarnHot]

Posted: 6/18/08 at 12:54pm

Reidel is SPREADING LIES!

Sondheim did know about the invitation.

He was in the City, on Sunday night, and chose not to come to the ceremony (according to his boyfriend Jeff) because he's so shy.

He just wasn't comfortable being under the big spotlight.

Reidel is an idiot.

[jv92]

Posted: 6/19/08 at 11:27pm

Well, that's what Riedel usually does TooDarnHot. What else would you expect from him?
I believe you. Don't worry. Your reason for his absence makes a lot more sense too.

[SirNotAppearing]

Posted: 6/19/08 at 11:30pm

Riedel is a sad little man who wishes he was a theatre critic but lacks the knowledge about theatre to be one.