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 Sister Rose
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5/4/2004
From:
NYC | posted: 12/1/2007 at 7:01:53 AM ET
It was good to see you Moljul. I was drunk with exhaustion and overexcitement. I got to the Marquis at 6:45 and was 9th in line. The girls at the front of the line were there at 5:00 am. When we were about to enter the theatre, some man told us not to bother going to the orchestra becasue it was full of VIPs. I don't know what his purpose was in saying that because the house was not completely full and we ended up on the first row. As the kids say, what-EVER. It was a ridiculously long time to wait for a 20 minute concert, but for our Divas, we'll do just about anything. It was BIG FUN. Besides, cutting work is something at which I'm especially adept.
GO SEE AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY
http://sarahbsadventures.blogspot.com/
| Scottie
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3/6/2006
From:
Edinburgh, Scotland | posted: 12/1/2007 at 8:01:47 AM ET
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If anyone is able to hear the broadcast and record it, I'd love to hear it.
I second that!
Absolutely! No problem, just as long as the site lets me download their free trial version today.
"There’s a lot in the world for us to turn our attention to — helping people, helping animals, and helping animals help people." ... Bernadette Peters, August, 2007
|  leebee
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Registered:
1/19/2004
Fav. BP Song: Being Alive
Fav. BP Show: Sunday In The Park With George
| posted: 12/1/2007 at 9:58:17 AM ET
Great pics Moljul, great video too. Looks like Bernadette was the only one who actually memorized her lines...
|  moljul
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Registered:
4/2/2001
From:
New York
Fav. BP CD: I'll Be Your Baby Tonight
Fav. BP Song: Dublin Lady
| posted: 12/1/2007 at 10:11:17 AM ET
Sister Rose,
The VIP section was a joke. That's actually where I was sitting. I was maybe 75-100 people back in line - probably walked right by you when I arrived. When I walked in the theater most people were not entering the center orchestra. The first 4-5 rows were full but there was this wide open space. Of course I then saw that they were marked VIP. I mean like 6-7 rows of premium center orchestra seats held for VIPs! Who the hell made that decision? Way to welcome back all the fans who waited out the strike. Anyway, a few of us just kind of walked into the section and sat down but most were a little scared to "cross the line". A few "VIPs" did arrive but I'm going to say they numbered no more than 10! Eventually they started letting others in. So some people who were way in the back of the line got to sit in these premium seats while many who had arrived at the theater much earlier were relagated to the sides and the mezz. Very poorly handled. Though I must say the ushers were quite good about identifying the few seats down front and getting people to them.
I have a funny experience to tell. I was sitting in front of 4 or 5 women who were from some place very southern. Sorry I can't identify the accent more appropriately. Anyway, they were chatting away before the show and seemed excited to be a part of it but particularly to see Angela Lansbury and Bernadette Peters. They got in this discussion about how AL must be getting up there in years. And then one of them offered that Bernadette can't be too young because she was on the Carol Burnett Show all those years ago. They talked about her appearances a bit. Well when Bernadette came out of the refrigerator.  all but one of them started saying over and over again how young she was and just went on and on about it. Finally it was clear one of the group was confused when she asked "Who is that?" Her friend responded "THAT is Bernadette Peters". The confused friend responded "No, really, she is so young". And then another round between them all about how young she looked. It was quite funny though eventually I kind of wanted to tell them they needed to get over it and concentrate on the concert.
And I agree: GO SEE AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY!
"Particular mention must be made of Bernadette Peters, who turns up briefly in a sort of sparkly Glinda the Good costume. She's the reluctant muse sent to help Alice with her writing. The muse is dressed like Oz, sounds like Queens and behaves like a bored student adviser." Alice Film Review, The New York Times, December 25, 1990
"I'm one star away from Dolly Parton ... and Raymond Massey is between us. I hope we don't suffocate him." Bernadette Peters receiving her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, April 24, 1987
| Scottie
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Registered:
3/6/2006
From:
Edinburgh, Scotland | posted: 12/1/2007 at 12:38:08 PM ET
Got it! PM me if you want it.
Before the show started it was fun to hear the conductor, Seth Rodetsky, talk about how Bernadette made a little mistake that almost stopped the orchestra in There's No Business Like Show Business. Great also to hear Angela Lansbury sounding so fabulous.
"There’s a lot in the world for us to turn our attention to — helping people, helping animals, and helping animals help people." ... Bernadette Peters, August, 2007
|  BwayStarToBe
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Registered:
9/10/2007
From:
massachusetts
Fav. BP Song: other lady and kramer's song
Fav. BP Show: gypsy
Fav. BP Character: annie oakley
Fav. BP CD: sondheim ect.
| posted: 12/1/2007 at 1:14:53 PM ET
yay! oh im so glad to see bway back! its amazing. i cant imagine life without it! anyways, thanks for the pictures and the videos and reviews. bernadette looks amazing! and that video is funny. 
Sarah xx
--next bernadette peters in training--
"let me entertain you. let me make you smile"
| Joyfullone
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Registered:
12/12/2005
From:
concord, CA | posted: 12/1/2007 at 9:43:58 PM ET
did any of ya all have probs viewing and hearing the video?
Bollywood Rocks!!!!
Preity Zinta, and Raveena Tandon Rule!!!!
| Scottie
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Registered:
3/6/2006
From:
Edinburgh, Scotland | posted: 12/2/2007 at 10:22:20 AM ET
I waited for another radio broadcast of the concert and recorded it again, would you believe the first recording was fine except for a glitch in Bernadette's song? It's perfect now though. I've now uploaded the concert and added the conductor's anecdote about BP and also a Sweeney Todd song from Alan Rickman and Johnny Depp for those who haven't yet heard it. Would love to know what you think of it.
All who asked should have their download links by now. If I've left anyone out please PM me.
"There’s a lot in the world for us to turn our attention to — helping people, helping animals, and helping animals help people." ... Bernadette Peters, August, 2007
|  Mandy
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8/14/2003 | posted: 12/2/2007 at 10:34:24 AM ET
Thanks so much, Scottie! Now, does anyone know how to save/record this onto a cd or load it into iTunes?
"Let's admit one thing right upfront: With the possible exception of Bernadette Peters, not everyone stays young and cute forever." (NYPost 2/2/05)
| Scottie
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Registered:
3/6/2006
From:
Edinburgh, Scotland | posted: 12/2/2007 at 10:47:55 AM ET
If you've used that download accelerator programme I included in the links you will see that there is a "Save To" option there which you can change to Desktop or any other easily accessible folder on your computer. The file will also be stored in the accelerator programme itself. All my downloaded music files go straight to my iTunes folder - I must have set something in iTunes preferences. Hope that helps.
"There’s a lot in the world for us to turn our attention to — helping people, helping animals, and helping animals help people." ... Bernadette Peters, August, 2007
| moljul
Registered User
Registered:
4/2/2001
From:
New York
Fav. BP CD: I'll Be Your Baby Tonight
Fav. BP Song: Dublin Lady
| posted: 12/2/2007 at 6:27:26 PM ET
Scottie, Thank you again. I'm just listening to it now and realized I had forgotten about a somewhat funny moment. When Bernadette first appeared, she thanked the stagehands and one of them dipped her and kissed her. Obviously caught her by surprise. LOL Though I don't think he went for her lips, more like her cheek. 
"Particular mention must be made of Bernadette Peters, who turns up briefly in a sort of sparkly Glinda the Good costume. She's the reluctant muse sent to help Alice with her writing. The muse is dressed like Oz, sounds like Queens and behaves like a bored student adviser." Alice Film Review, The New York Times, December 25, 1990
"I'm one star away from Dolly Parton ... and Raymond Massey is between us. I hope we don't suffocate him." Bernadette Peters receiving her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, April 24, 1987
| Scottie
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Registered:
3/6/2006
From:
Edinburgh, Scotland | posted: 12/3/2007 at 7:04:21 AM ET
There's a more easily downloadable version of that video here
"There’s a lot in the world for us to turn our attention to — helping people, helping animals, and helping animals help people." ... Bernadette Peters, August, 2007
| Scottie
Registered User
Registered:
3/6/2006
From:
Edinburgh, Scotland | posted: 12/4/2007 at 8:52:49 AM ET
Seth Rudetsky on conducting the orchestra for the concert Playbill
"There’s a lot in the world for us to turn our attention to — helping people, helping animals, and helping animals help people." ... Bernadette Peters, August, 2007
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