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Phantom of the Opera: Somewhat Summarized....Kinda, Sorta.

Sunday, August 30, 2009 4:34:00 AM

While in Brussels, my manager Sharon.......or as I affectionately call her " 12 percent " , dragged me to a performance of "Phantom of the Opera".

Now look at that face (see picture).....would you argue with her???

After recently indulging in hard driving music, this was not necessarily my idea of fun. But I dressed up and off we went. And believe me, when I saw the dress she had on (see picture again) I said to myself "this is going to be worth it just to make fun of her dress for the rest of the night!

Anybody missing your bedroom curtains?

Needless to say I stayed in hot water all night, but with a smile on my face. But to tell you the truth, I really did enjoy the play. It was a bit soothing for this animal after all the hustle and bustle of the previous 2 weeks. The music was incredible and some notes very familiar to my ears, and we all know nothing beats a live performance.

The hardest part was sitting there knowing there is only one real Phantom!

Sharon found this summary of the play on-line and sent it to me today. The author is unknown and obviously a wiseass. I thought it was a hoot when I read it. It's not exactly as I remember, but close!

Home Sweet Home.......Dude, I just saw a goat in Wal-Mart:

Comments

KarenNerak # Monday, August 31, 2009 1:04:28 AM

I'm glad you enjoyed it.

But yeah...did she get dressed with her eyes closed that day?

PainterWoman # Monday, August 31, 2009 1:43:16 AM

That summarization really was a hoot!

Have seen this and would see it again. Besides the actual play and singing, I also love looking at the set design and costumes.

I rather like her dress. The color is gorgeous and I don't mind the drapiness. Wish I could see it without the white wrap though.

Stardancer # Monday, August 31, 2009 1:58:33 AM

Okkkkkkk.

She doesn't seem to like her dress, either.

L2D2 # Monday, August 31, 2009 3:00:21 AM

P2, somehow, I do not believe the powers that be at the Metropolitan Opera in New York would quite approve of your summation, but what the hell----I loved it.

Pam is right---lose the wrap.

MinaMinenow # Monday, August 31, 2009 3:15:03 PM

Another blonde in glasses.

"12 percent".

That's hilarious!

Phantom2 # Monday, August 31, 2009 6:12:07 PM

Interesting comments Ladies!

@Karen...I think she had it on backward! I just couldn't bring myself to ask!

@Pam..Yes, the color was beautiful....the picture was taken in low light. It was a very vibrant royal purple. It was definitely an eye catcher.
The stage set was almost as incredible as the music.

@Star..She was talked into the dress...but the fact I had a camera was the real problem!

Compared to some of the Opera patrons that night, she looked kinda conservative!

@Linda...kinda sounds like sumpthin the StoryLady would do, huh!

@Mina...

Yes, my world seems to be ruled by blonds in glasses.

I'm praying for a Redhead!

KittyliciousZaphira # Monday, August 31, 2009 7:06:51 PM

Originally posted by the one and only Phantom:

I'm praying for a Redhead!

It's easy to make a redhead. It's just a trip to the supermarket and buy hair dye.

I'd love to see the play too!

Phantom2 # Monday, August 31, 2009 7:23:56 PM

Originally posted by Zaphira:

one and only Phantom:

Thanks for re-enforcing my self-esteem!

It's easy to make a redhead.

I like the carpet to match the drapes...know what I'm sayin?

You don't even have to like Opera to enjoy P of the O. It's a delight for eyes and ears.

Stardancer # Monday, August 31, 2009 7:32:23 PM

Originally posted by Phantom2:

I'm praying for a Redhead!

My grandmother was a redhead. Natural. Full Irish.

L2D2 # Monday, August 31, 2009 7:34:03 PM

Originally posted by Phantom2:

I'm praying for a Redhead!

Look at my avatar, Mina.

KittyliciousZaphira # Monday, August 31, 2009 8:00:12 PM

Originally posted by Phantom:

I like the carpet to match the drapes

I've heard that that can be arranged too.

MinaMinenow # Monday, August 31, 2009 8:18:33 PM

Linda, indeedy I see. *wink wink* *decides not to ask about carpet*

Kitty,

Yes it can!

P2.

does it hafta be natural?

L2D2 # Monday, August 31, 2009 9:27:21 PM

I am a redhead at heart----does that count? hahahah

Right, hair is hair.

Phantom2 # Tuesday, September 1, 2009 6:13:44 AM

Originally posted by Stardancer:

My grandmother was a redhead. Natural.

Yeah, but Star, can she still dance?

Originally posted by Kitty:

I've heard that that can be arranged too.

I'm glad to hear that. I was always afraid there would be a danger of the
"Feng Shui " thing at work if there wasn't a match.

Originally posted by Mina:

does it hafta be natural?

Well, life is a series of adjustment, and the direction this is going I'd say natural is subjective.

L2D2 # Tuesday, September 1, 2009 6:35:05 AM

Well, I am sure my hair is natural.

Phantom2 # Tuesday, September 1, 2009 6:37:16 AM

Linda, it wouldn't matter if ya were bald, I'd still Love Ya!

L2D2 # Tuesday, September 1, 2009 6:59:25 AM

Thank you Sweetie, I love you too. I would have been proud to have you for a son.

MarikeMarike79 # Tuesday, September 1, 2009 6:59:52 PM

I would have said yes too.

I've seen Phantom of the Opera on DVD but would really like to see a live show.

Stardancer # Tuesday, September 1, 2009 9:04:27 PM

I'm not sure my gramma could ever dance, P2. At least, I never saw her do so.

She sure had a lot of kids, though. So I bet she could.

r♡serose-marie # Tuesday, September 8, 2009 8:26:07 PM

Originally posted by Phantom2:

I was always afraid there would be a danger of the
"Feng Shui " thing at work if there wasn't a match.

Was Sharon not very happy with you taking that photo?

Phantom2 # Wednesday, September 9, 2009 3:54:29 PM

Originally posted by rose-marie:

Was Sharon not very happy with you taking that photo?

If trying to put out a lit cigarette on my forehead after I took her picture mean she was not happy with me, then yes, very unhappy.

r♡serose-marie # Wednesday, September 9, 2009 7:06:09 PM

At least you had easy acces to fire smothering drapes if you had caught fire!

Suntana # Monday, September 21, 2009 12:16:40 AM

Okay, yes ... it IS quite the unique, funky, out there ... wayyy Out There dress, Err, drapes.

It's so out there, wasn't something like that on Star Wars?

I was trying to figure out of whom she reminds me. I think I got it. Pending further analysis, for now, she looks like a combo of Lea Thompson and Katie Holmes Cruise with Blonde hair.

Phantom2 # Monday, September 21, 2009 4:13:35 AM

@ Rose...there are times when I'm around her I feel like setting my self on fire to get away!

...

....No Sharon, I didn't really mean it.

@ Sunny...without glasses she favors Renee Zellweger.

Suntana # Monday, September 21, 2009 4:44:54 AM

Oh Crap! You mean Sharon reads your Blog?

Did I say Lea Thompson and Katie Holmes?
Maybe I meant Heather Graham and Charlize Theron.

Phantom2 # Monday, September 21, 2009 4:51:59 AM

She has to protect her investment. She has eyes and ears everywhere.

......what was that?

Suntana # Monday, September 21, 2009 5:02:06 AM

In that case I have to behave.
Oh MY! Would you look at that lovely, silky, smooth Blonde hair?! Mona Lisa, eat your heart out. Mona Sharon is taking over. There! I cleaned up all traces of getting out of hand.

Phantom2 # Monday, September 21, 2009 5:29:16 AM

When she's happy....everyones happy!

Anonymous # Thursday, February 18, 2010 4:27:09 AM

suba writes: it's nice.okkkkkkkk.

Anonymous # Thursday, July 1, 2010 3:46:32 PM

Anonymous writes: Need help to answer a question. Local show had a contest to name the person who was originally asked to write lyrics for the phantom of the opera. I answered that there was really two answers to the question number one was John Steinman who declined because he had to finish a Bonnie Tyler album. Second person approached was Alan Jay Lerner who died after beginning project,yes both were asked by Andrew Lloyd Webber to write the lyrics. I was asked then which one and answered that my answer was the first person asked who was John Steinman ,I was told no abruptly and told you should have said the other person Lerner. My wife is a musician and says I am correct.Not sure the person who asked the question even knew who Steinman was ,needless to say that Steinman was the 1st person asked to write the lyrics who didn't write them.

Phantom2 # Friday, July 2, 2010 6:56:04 AM

I wish I could help you, but I truly have no idea.

But thanks for stoppin by!

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