A friend and I have a blog on all things we consider geekery (which is pretty much everything). Here is a post on Comic-Con and TV this year: http://schoolforgeeks.blogspot.com/2011/07/comic-con-2011-tv-comes-out-winner.html
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Third day of Comic-Con photo recap
I'm going to do a proper Comic-Con recap post later, but here are some photos of highlights of the day:
I went to South Park and "had myself a time".
Jason got a Flaming C cape (Chris, there is one coming to your house... and an oven mitt).
I meet a Smurf.
Well I am off to bed. I'm going to see The Doctor tomorrow and need my beauty sleep!
Me and Mrs. Garrison
I got embarrassed at the awesome Community panel. You can read out that panel on this post
I saw Xander (Nicholas Brendan)
A swarm of Doctors were around the BBC booth.
I went to South Park and "had myself a time".
Well I am off to bed. I'm going to see The Doctor tomorrow and need my beauty sleep!
Last night I Monkee'd around
Growing up my Dad's musical taste was the main influence to mine. I endlessly listened to his records and cassette tapes. This collection mostly included music he grew up with from the 60s and 70s (his teen and early adult years). I would say it wasn't really until high school when I ventured out to find newer music and develop and expand my library of music. (Don't worry, I didn't miss out on 80s music, but that's really not relevant to this post. Maybe one day I'll tell you about my endless Madonna dance parties with her records the neighbors across the street owned.)
In addition to scouring my Dad's music collection I was lucky enough to be born in the age of the "invention of cable". This is what fueled my love of tv. While I watched all of the current programming, I loved reruns of shows from the 60s and 70s. In my early teen years, tween as they are referred to now, Nick at Nite gave me access to such great shows like The Musters, The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis, The Donna Reed Show, Mary Tyler Moore, and so many other ones (raise your hand if you actually have heard of Dobie Gillis. Yeah, I didn't think so. sad for you). One show I remember watching over and over was The Monkees. This show combined my two passions, music and television.
In the 80s The Monkees toured and I wanted to go to the concert, but my Dad wouldn't take me (looking at the dates I see why, I was only 7 or 8). Since then it's always been a regret of his. Last night we made up for it and saw that same portion of the group perform at The Greek. As is widely known, Mike Nesmith doesn't perform with the band anymore. Now when the Monkees tour it's a variation of Davy Jones, Micky Dolenz, and Peter Tork. This tour it's all three. The show was so great and really held to the roots of the tv show. They had comedic bits they did between songs that held to the comedy of the show. They looked like they were having a blast up on the stage (based on all of the stories you heard about the band in the early days, and later days too, who really knows if they were enjoying their time together, but since I'd like to think they were let's just say they were).
There was a big screen behind them the band that showed a non-stop stream of old videos and pictures. It was really neat. I got this on picture of the guys "then and now" (a Monkees lyrical reference for you fans).
I got a chance to see Micky and Davy when they were part of a summer concert series at DCA (Disney California Adventure) like 10 years ago, but last night was even more awesome because Peter was there and I remember him being my favorite when I would watch the show.
Hearing all of their songs again reminded me of how much I love them. During the show they gave shout outs to all of the fantastic songwriters they worked with. Did you know Carole King wrote "Sometime in the Morning"? I had no idea, but once Davy said that I could completely hear it in the song while he sang it. Some other fun stories or bits from the evening:
I feel so fortunate that over the past couple of years I've gotten a chance to see so many performers I've loved for a long time (who are all a bit on the older side). I always say I was born a decade or two late. I love so much about the 60s and the 70s (heck, let's even throw in the late 50s). Seeing Peter, Micky, and Davy last night performing together was kind of making up for that. Their music will now be back in full rotation on my iPod and I'll be revisiting other old favorites.
Once I figure out how to post videos from my camera somewhere on the web I'll post some of those. I recorded A LOT so I could relive it over and over! Until then you can head over to the album to see some pictures. (I took over 158 photos/videos so I got some that came out pretty good!) Photos from An Evening with The Monkees
In addition to scouring my Dad's music collection I was lucky enough to be born in the age of the "invention of cable". This is what fueled my love of tv. While I watched all of the current programming, I loved reruns of shows from the 60s and 70s. In my early teen years, tween as they are referred to now, Nick at Nite gave me access to such great shows like The Musters, The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis, The Donna Reed Show, Mary Tyler Moore, and so many other ones (raise your hand if you actually have heard of Dobie Gillis. Yeah, I didn't think so. sad for you). One show I remember watching over and over was The Monkees. This show combined my two passions, music and television.
In the 80s The Monkees toured and I wanted to go to the concert, but my Dad wouldn't take me (looking at the dates I see why, I was only 7 or 8). Since then it's always been a regret of his. Last night we made up for it and saw that same portion of the group perform at The Greek. As is widely known, Mike Nesmith doesn't perform with the band anymore. Now when the Monkees tour it's a variation of Davy Jones, Micky Dolenz, and Peter Tork. This tour it's all three. The show was so great and really held to the roots of the tv show. They had comedic bits they did between songs that held to the comedy of the show. They looked like they were having a blast up on the stage (based on all of the stories you heard about the band in the early days, and later days too, who really knows if they were enjoying their time together, but since I'd like to think they were let's just say they were).
There was a big screen behind them the band that showed a non-stop stream of old videos and pictures. It was really neat. I got this on picture of the guys "then and now" (a Monkees lyrical reference for you fans).
I got a chance to see Micky and Davy when they were part of a summer concert series at DCA (Disney California Adventure) like 10 years ago, but last night was even more awesome because Peter was there and I remember him being my favorite when I would watch the show.
Hearing all of their songs again reminded me of how much I love them. During the show they gave shout outs to all of the fantastic songwriters they worked with. Did you know Carole King wrote "Sometime in the Morning"? I had no idea, but once Davy said that I could completely hear it in the song while he sang it. Some other fun stories or bits from the evening:
- Micky talked about when they went to England and meet royalty, no not the crowned royalty, The Beatles. Apparently, after a crazy night of partying he couldn't recall anything from he wrote "Randy Scouse Git". Love that song!
- Davy said that over the years he's stayed current music by listening to it with his kids and grandkids. He came to the conclusion that "Justin Beiber stole my haircut and Axel Rose stole my dance moves".
- Peter talked about how they got so much flack for not being "real musicians" and "real band". The band fought for the right to play at their own shows so ironically they were a cover band for their own albums. It was pretty funny the way he explained it. He then brought up the irony how in conjunction with them fighting to be a real band when they recorded the song they were about to play he actually played the harpsichord part on a harpsichord, but tonight he was on an electric keyboard so it would be a synthesized version of a harpsichord.
- Davy "pulled an Elvis Costello" and stopped the show to pay a quick tribute to Sherwood Schwartz, the legendary tv producer who recently passed, by singing "Girl". He sang that on the episode of The Brady Bunch that he appeared on. (Oh the blog I could write on my love for The Brady Bunch! I guess last night I finally got my chance to be like Marsha Brady since he sang it live to me like he did at her prom. Let's just keep those footballs away from my nose!) The tribute was very sweet. He also dedicated the song to his granddaughter who was in the audience.
- Ending the show with The Monkees walk... you know the one I'm talking about.
I feel so fortunate that over the past couple of years I've gotten a chance to see so many performers I've loved for a long time (who are all a bit on the older side). I always say I was born a decade or two late. I love so much about the 60s and the 70s (heck, let's even throw in the late 50s). Seeing Peter, Micky, and Davy last night performing together was kind of making up for that. Their music will now be back in full rotation on my iPod and I'll be revisiting other old favorites.
Once I figure out how to post videos from my camera somewhere on the web I'll post some of those. I recorded A LOT so I could relive it over and over! Until then you can head over to the album to see some pictures. (I took over 158 photos/videos so I got some that came out pretty good!) Photos from An Evening with The Monkees
Top Five of the Week: 5/2-5/8/11
1. Community - I still haven't seen last year's epic paintball episode, but I'm throwing part one of this year's episode on here because it brought my Sawyer back on tv. *swoon* Josh Holloway. Now I'm missing Doc and Freckles.
2. Happy Endings - I know I already posted about this, but I'm really liking this show (when I thought I wouldn't). They are kind of burning off the episodes (hopefully that doesn't mean anything) so we get two a week. Zombie Dave and Hipster Penny made me laugh so hard!
Click here for the Happy Endings post
3. Food and Drinks - I tried out a gourmet Waffle place and had good wine this week. (These things are also previously posted about)
4. Parks and Recreation - This show has totally hit it's stride this season. How could they make me praise it more? Parker Posey! Parker played Lindsay Carlisle Shay, Leslie's (Amy Poehler) former best friend now professional nemesis. Parker and Amy were great together. It was a great way to have guest star fit into the show.
5. Jack Sparrow - I'm a Lonely Island fan who really likes about 50% of the videos. I really liked this week's digital short. Here it is in all its Michael Boltoness:
2. Happy Endings - I know I already posted about this, but I'm really liking this show (when I thought I wouldn't). They are kind of burning off the episodes (hopefully that doesn't mean anything) so we get two a week. Zombie Dave and Hipster Penny made me laugh so hard!
Click here for the Happy Endings post
3. Food and Drinks - I tried out a gourmet Waffle place and had good wine this week. (These things are also previously posted about)
4. Parks and Recreation - This show has totally hit it's stride this season. How could they make me praise it more? Parker Posey! Parker played Lindsay Carlisle Shay, Leslie's (Amy Poehler) former best friend now professional nemesis. Parker and Amy were great together. It was a great way to have guest star fit into the show.
5. Jack Sparrow - I'm a Lonely Island fan who really likes about 50% of the videos. I really liked this week's digital short. Here it is in all its Michael Boltoness:
What I'm Watching: Happy Endings
Are you watching the ABC sitcom Happy Endings? If not, you should. I know, since it was put on as a past mid-season replacement you're thinking it's not good. Normally I would probably agree, but in this case that would be wrong. The advertising from the studio would have you believe that the premise of this show is friends choosing sides after the engaged couple of the group breaks up. It's really just a show about friends. I hope ABC loses the whole wedding branding stuff. Otherwise the show might fall into the same struggles Cougartown and How I Met Your Mother have. These shows each have unique characters and it's fun to see the interactions between all. Ok back to Happy Endings...
It's got a great cast and just a few episodes in it already knows it's voice. The show follows 6 friends: Dave (Zachary Knighton) and Alex (Elisha Cuthbert) a former couple whose wedding day fiasco started off the series. Alex's sister, Jane (Eliza Coupe), and her husband, Brad (Damon Wayans Jr.). Max (Adam Pally), the friend who takes Dave in after Alex leaves him at the alter. Lastly, Penny (Casey Wilson), the kind of kooky friend.
7 episodes in and I feel like I already know the characters. Since it's shot single camera style there are flashback and cut outs (a la 30 Rock). With each episode I'm laughing out loud and relating with the characters more. How can you not love a show that shows us Jazz-Kwon-Do?
ABC Wednesday nights at 10 after Cougartown (which you should also be watching).
Here are a couple of clips to give you a feel of the show:
Max teaches Penny how to be a hipster
Penny finds out Jane is really good at self defense
Dave's friends can't tell him the truth
It's got a great cast and just a few episodes in it already knows it's voice. The show follows 6 friends: Dave (Zachary Knighton) and Alex (Elisha Cuthbert) a former couple whose wedding day fiasco started off the series. Alex's sister, Jane (Eliza Coupe), and her husband, Brad (Damon Wayans Jr.). Max (Adam Pally), the friend who takes Dave in after Alex leaves him at the alter. Lastly, Penny (Casey Wilson), the kind of kooky friend.
7 episodes in and I feel like I already know the characters. Since it's shot single camera style there are flashback and cut outs (a la 30 Rock). With each episode I'm laughing out loud and relating with the characters more. How can you not love a show that shows us Jazz-Kwon-Do?
ABC Wednesday nights at 10 after Cougartown (which you should also be watching).
Here are a couple of clips to give you a feel of the show:
Max teaches Penny how to be a hipster
Penny finds out Jane is really good at self defense
Dave's friends can't tell him the truth
Top 5 of the Week: 4/3-4/9/11
I think I am the world's worst blogger. It's been a month and a half since I post on here. (I'm glad I switched to the free blog) I really want to get better at it, but I always let other things get in the way. My friend Chris reminds me. I need to steal some of her motivation. Anyway, I thought I would catch up on my top 5 of the week starting with last week.
1. Doctor Who
I have been meaning to start streaming this for the last couple of years. I hear about it all the time and knew I would like it... I was right. I'm halfway through the second season. Lucky for me, Netflix has all of the seasons that have been released already available to stream.
2. My iPad
I recently got an iPad and I LOVE IT. There are already so many fun things to do with it and recently I found another one. There are some other shows I've been wanting to catch up on so I added them to my iPad. I made a deal with myself that in order to watch those shows I have to be on the elliptical. I'm hoping that it will make the time go by faster. That hasn't been true yet, but hopefully it will be.
3. The Getty Villa
I this past weekend and it was fun. It had been a few years since I had been and being there made me think I should go more often. It was a beautiful day. A good friend I hadn't seen in awhile also make it more enjoyable.
I think I will leave it at that for this post. I was pretty busy with work and finishing my personal training sessions/working out last week so I'm behind on TV and didn't get out to to much else. I also need to save my blogging energy so I can get another post up soon. ;)
Top Five of the Week: 2/14 - 2/20/11
1. Greek
I really love this show and I'm not ready for it to end in a few weeks. I really enjoyed this week's episode when the whole gang snuck into Dobbler's and hung out. It was nice to see the whole group together. It seems like that doesn't happen too much. The writers are doing a great job with this season. They are starting new story lines but you get a sense that everything will be tied up when the show is over... *sigh* DON'T END GREEK!
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2. The Office - Threat Level Midnight
This week The Office provided an episode that reminded me why I used to REALLY love the show and why I keep with it. The detail and throwbacks always make you feel like you are a part of the group. This week Michael Scott premiered his movie "Threat Level Midnight". Any true Office fan remembers the episode, in season 2, when the entire Scranton office met in the conference room and read through the script. That fan would also remember the romantic moment when Jim and Pam shared a grilled cheese on the roof... back when they weren't together.
It was fun to see Threat Level Midnight. I loved that they brought back old characters.
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3. Adele's new album 21
I love Adele. I happened to pick up her first album, 19, after seeing it recommended online. Talk about a great album! Her new album is being release next week, but NPR has it available for streaming on their website. I finally got around to listening to it this week. I love it. I have been listening to the first single, Rolling in the Deep, for awhile now. The last song on the album, Someone Like You, is so powerful. I can't wait to get the album so I can really listen to it over and over.
4. Nerdist podcast
I'm still getting into podcasts (meaning finding more to listen to). The first one I tried was the Nerdist with Chris Hardwick, Jonah Ray, and Matt Mira. I really enjoy their conversational manner. They posted their first episode a year ago the same time I started looking for one to listen too... I think it was meant to be.
This week the guest podcast had Colin Hanks. I was listening to it at the gym trying not to laugh out loud too much. I think the people on the machines around me thought I was crazy.
5. Words with Friends
I'm not big into playing games on my phone, but Words with Friends is different. I guess it makes me feel a little more connected to people, especially when you're both playing at the same time and the answers come quickly. I'm glad the android version was released this week. I'm not great at it, but games are meant to be fun.
I love Adele. I happened to pick up her first album, 19, after seeing it recommended online. Talk about a great album! Her new album is being release next week, but NPR has it available for streaming on their website. I finally got around to listening to it this week. I love it. I have been listening to the first single, Rolling in the Deep, for awhile now. The last song on the album, Someone Like You, is so powerful. I can't wait to get the album so I can really listen to it over and over.
4. Nerdist podcast
I'm still getting into podcasts (meaning finding more to listen to). The first one I tried was the Nerdist with Chris Hardwick, Jonah Ray, and Matt Mira. I really enjoy their conversational manner. They posted their first episode a year ago the same time I started looking for one to listen too... I think it was meant to be.
This week the guest podcast had Colin Hanks. I was listening to it at the gym trying not to laugh out loud too much. I think the people on the machines around me thought I was crazy.
5. Words with Friends
I'm not big into playing games on my phone, but Words with Friends is different. I guess it makes me feel a little more connected to people, especially when you're both playing at the same time and the answers come quickly. I'm glad the android version was released this week. I'm not great at it, but games are meant to be fun.
Fall TV (so far)
Now that we are a couple of weeks into the new fall tv programming I thought I would share some my list of shows I'm watching and those that have fallen off the list.
Continuing Favorites (shows I love (or really like) that are back)
Desperate Housewives - One episode in and I feel like this this season is off to a great start. Vanessa Williams is going to be a fun addition to the case. And though I am sad to see Orson leave Bree, it seems like Bree will be going a little out of her regular zone this season. I'm looking forward to a new episode tonight.
30 Rock - What can I say? 30 Rock is awesome. You should be watching if you aren't.
How I Met Your Mother - My DVR decided not to tape the Monday of the season premiere. I haven't caught up on it yet, but I did see the second episode and it was full of Barney fun. I think I saw that CBS now has full episodes online (finally!)... so hopefully I can catch the first ep of the season.
Glee - If you follow me on Twitter then you know that I mildly like Glee (ok I'm a bit obsessed and talk about it all the time). The writing on the show lacks a bit, but overall I love it. Each episode is fun and I love listening to the music while I'm at work. My current favorite moment is from S2 E1 when Quinn and Santana are fighting and as the camera circles it stops at Brittany and she says, in a very deadpan way, "Stop the violence". Every time I think about it I laugh.
Modern Family - It won the Emmy for best comedy this year and it was completely deserved. This show makes my cry from laughter. I'm sooo glad it's back.
The Office - I'm starting to waiver on this show (words I thought I would never type). I actually hoped this season would be the last because of Steve Carell's departure. Last season the show was as good as it had been, but I love these characters so I'm staying with them. So far I have enjoyed this season.
Cougartown - I think this is a good consistent show. And they have already brought me a new "drinking" game... Movie Title mashup
It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia - I heart this show. The first three episodes have been solid. I can't get over Dee dancing with the air thinging... It. Cracks. Me. Up.
Chuck - Ok, I haven't watched any of this season yet. I had the same DVR problem as HIMYM and it was a blank recording for the season premiere. I just need to get to NBC. com and watch it so I can see the second one that is on my DVR.
The Vampire Diaries - Since I don't have HBO I get my normal TV vamp fix from this show. The first couple of episodes this season have been great. I'm loving vamp Caroline.
Parenthood - Great cast and writing. They have some fun new plots this season. Welcome back Bravermans!
The Big Bang Theory - Robot Sheldon was fantastic! This show consistently makes me laugh! No wonder I bought 3 TBBT t-shirts at Comic Con.
New & New/Old Shows (shows that are new or just new to me)
The Middle - I had seen a few episodes of this show last season, but for some reason I didn't stick with it. This is now becoming a favorite! *whispers* favorite
Community - I tried to watch this show when it started last season and just didn't get into it. A lot people love it and I don't think it's bad... I just don't know if it's for me. I started again this season and still am not really into it.
Raising Hope - I literally just watched the first two episodes and I'm in. Great cast and great writing.
Running Wilde - I have had a mad girl crush on Keri Russell since her MMC days. That means that yes, I was one of the few Felicity watchers. I also love Will Arnett so I want this to be a good show. As I type I'm watching episode 2 and it's not getting me yet. I'll give it a few more weeks.
Nikita - I have only seen episode one and have the rest on the DVR. The first episode intrigued me so I plan on catching up... so we'll see.
No Ordinary Family - I just watched the pilot today and I really liked it. I'm looking forward to the next episode.
Goodbye (shows that have been removed from the DVR)
Lone Star - I actually like the first episode, but once it got cancelled I took it off the DVR. I thought "what's the point"? I guess my thoughts on the show don't really matter since it's gone anyway.
My Generation - I didn't watch it, but deleted the 2 episodes that were taped after I read that it was taken off the schedule.
Hellcats - I tried to watch the first episode. I stopped a bit of the ways through it. It seemed to forced for me.
Better with You - I love sitcoms and I wanted to like this, but it wasn't for me. Knowing me I'll catch the reruns.
Outsourced - I work with call centers so I thought it might have a more personal touch, but it didn't hook me.
Life Unexpected - This show is still on the DVR, but it's almost off. I really want to like this show, but the main characters just make themselves unlikable. I really didn't enjoy the first episode... mainly because it was so predictable. I guess it was really just setting up the new story lines. The second episode was better and I'm hoping it keeps getting better. I think my main problem is that Ryan is the only character I really like, but who doesn't love Jack McPhee?
So that's where I'm at with the fall season. What do you agree or disagree with? Am I missing a show you think I should be watching?
Continuing Favorites (shows I love (or really like) that are back)
Desperate Housewives - One episode in and I feel like this this season is off to a great start. Vanessa Williams is going to be a fun addition to the case. And though I am sad to see Orson leave Bree, it seems like Bree will be going a little out of her regular zone this season. I'm looking forward to a new episode tonight.
30 Rock - What can I say? 30 Rock is awesome. You should be watching if you aren't.
How I Met Your Mother - My DVR decided not to tape the Monday of the season premiere. I haven't caught up on it yet, but I did see the second episode and it was full of Barney fun. I think I saw that CBS now has full episodes online (finally!)... so hopefully I can catch the first ep of the season.
Glee - If you follow me on Twitter then you know that I mildly like Glee (ok I'm a bit obsessed and talk about it all the time). The writing on the show lacks a bit, but overall I love it. Each episode is fun and I love listening to the music while I'm at work. My current favorite moment is from S2 E1 when Quinn and Santana are fighting and as the camera circles it stops at Brittany and she says, in a very deadpan way, "Stop the violence". Every time I think about it I laugh.
Modern Family - It won the Emmy for best comedy this year and it was completely deserved. This show makes my cry from laughter. I'm sooo glad it's back.
The Office - I'm starting to waiver on this show (words I thought I would never type). I actually hoped this season would be the last because of Steve Carell's departure. Last season the show was as good as it had been, but I love these characters so I'm staying with them. So far I have enjoyed this season.
Cougartown - I think this is a good consistent show. And they have already brought me a new "drinking" game... Movie Title mashup
It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia - I heart this show. The first three episodes have been solid. I can't get over Dee dancing with the air thinging... It. Cracks. Me. Up.
Chuck - Ok, I haven't watched any of this season yet. I had the same DVR problem as HIMYM and it was a blank recording for the season premiere. I just need to get to NBC. com and watch it so I can see the second one that is on my DVR.
The Vampire Diaries - Since I don't have HBO I get my normal TV vamp fix from this show. The first couple of episodes this season have been great. I'm loving vamp Caroline.
Parenthood - Great cast and writing. They have some fun new plots this season. Welcome back Bravermans!
The Big Bang Theory - Robot Sheldon was fantastic! This show consistently makes me laugh! No wonder I bought 3 TBBT t-shirts at Comic Con.
New & New/Old Shows (shows that are new or just new to me)
The Middle - I had seen a few episodes of this show last season, but for some reason I didn't stick with it. This is now becoming a favorite! *whispers* favorite
Community - I tried to watch this show when it started last season and just didn't get into it. A lot people love it and I don't think it's bad... I just don't know if it's for me. I started again this season and still am not really into it.
Raising Hope - I literally just watched the first two episodes and I'm in. Great cast and great writing.
Running Wilde - I have had a mad girl crush on Keri Russell since her MMC days. That means that yes, I was one of the few Felicity watchers. I also love Will Arnett so I want this to be a good show. As I type I'm watching episode 2 and it's not getting me yet. I'll give it a few more weeks.
Nikita - I have only seen episode one and have the rest on the DVR. The first episode intrigued me so I plan on catching up... so we'll see.
No Ordinary Family - I just watched the pilot today and I really liked it. I'm looking forward to the next episode.
Goodbye (shows that have been removed from the DVR)
Lone Star - I actually like the first episode, but once it got cancelled I took it off the DVR. I thought "what's the point"? I guess my thoughts on the show don't really matter since it's gone anyway.
My Generation - I didn't watch it, but deleted the 2 episodes that were taped after I read that it was taken off the schedule.
Hellcats - I tried to watch the first episode. I stopped a bit of the ways through it. It seemed to forced for me.
Better with You - I love sitcoms and I wanted to like this, but it wasn't for me. Knowing me I'll catch the reruns.
Outsourced - I work with call centers so I thought it might have a more personal touch, but it didn't hook me.
Life Unexpected - This show is still on the DVR, but it's almost off. I really want to like this show, but the main characters just make themselves unlikable. I really didn't enjoy the first episode... mainly because it was so predictable. I guess it was really just setting up the new story lines. The second episode was better and I'm hoping it keeps getting better. I think my main problem is that Ryan is the only character I really like, but who doesn't love Jack McPhee?
So that's where I'm at with the fall season. What do you agree or disagree with? Am I missing a show you think I should be watching?
Buffy the Vampire Slayer Jones Soda
The last thing I need is more stuff to clutter up shelves, but these are awesome and I want them.
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Wouldn't they look so nice next to my Buffy boxed set? (And they are limited edition!) You can order them at the Jones Soda website. Feel free to gift me a set.
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[/caption]Wouldn't they look so nice next to my Buffy boxed set? (And they are limited edition!) You can order them at the Jones Soda website. Feel free to gift me a set.
Comic Con 2010: Chuck Panel
Just sat through the Chuck panel at Comic Con. It was great, as always. The panel started out with a video flashback of scenes from the past season. We found out who is playing Chuck and Ellie's mom (that's below to not spoil for those who don't want to know)... then The Ring took over. The screens showed us images to turn us into intercets, but luckily Chuck and Morgan came to the rescue. They decided the best way to stop The Ring from taking over again was to show a video. And so we saw a Jeffster singing Bad Romance. My love of Gaga and Jeffster was combined! As the cast came out on stage they threw out NERD T-Shirts (I didn't get one).
Transcripts and videos of the panel are all over the net (and since I have a bad memory) I'll let you find those. The video and panel lasted so long that there wasn't time for Q&A. Zach Levi thanked the fans for their support before the cast left.
Some pics from the panel:
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**CASTING SPOILER BELOW!**
We learned that Chuck's mom will be played by Linda Hamilton.
Transcripts and videos of the panel are all over the net (and since I have a bad memory) I'll let you find those. The video and panel lasted so long that there wasn't time for Q&A. Zach Levi thanked the fans for their support before the cast left.
Some pics from the panel:
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**CASTING SPOILER BELOW!**
We learned that Chuck's mom will be played by Linda Hamilton.
Lea Michele named one of the most influential people in the world by Time magazine
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Time magazine released the 2010 100 Most Influential People List. Lea Michele from Glee & Spring Awakening was among the artists chosen for the list. Olivia Newton-John "interviewed" her for the story. It wasn't much of an interview, but I'm glad to see Lea get recognition for inspiring others to get involved in musical theatre. I think it's something the show Glee does as a whole, but with the talent Lea has I can see why she was singled out for the list.
I was a musical theatre geek growing up. I have very fond memories of that time of my life. My experiences being involved in theatre shaped who I am as a person (the good and the bad). I think the dedication and commitment needed to perform in 2-4 shows a year and attend various types of classes (voice, dancing, etc...) multiple days a week taught me a lot about perseverance and dedication (as well as life in general). As a kid, it's good to be involved and have something that you are proud of doing. It's also a great way to interact with others and learn that even though life has its disappointments you'll make it through. There were parts I really wanted that I didn't get, but I didn't give up. I practiced harder so for the next show my audition would be even better. I've applied that to my career. It's fantastic to hear that kids are getting inspired to get in to the crazy world that is theater.
Here is a link to Lea Michele's article: http://www.time.com/time/specials/packages/article/0,28804,1984685_1984940_1985535,00.html
[/caption]Time magazine released the 2010 100 Most Influential People List. Lea Michele from Glee & Spring Awakening was among the artists chosen for the list. Olivia Newton-John "interviewed" her for the story. It wasn't much of an interview, but I'm glad to see Lea get recognition for inspiring others to get involved in musical theatre. I think it's something the show Glee does as a whole, but with the talent Lea has I can see why she was singled out for the list.
I was a musical theatre geek growing up. I have very fond memories of that time of my life. My experiences being involved in theatre shaped who I am as a person (the good and the bad). I think the dedication and commitment needed to perform in 2-4 shows a year and attend various types of classes (voice, dancing, etc...) multiple days a week taught me a lot about perseverance and dedication (as well as life in general). As a kid, it's good to be involved and have something that you are proud of doing. It's also a great way to interact with others and learn that even though life has its disappointments you'll make it through. There were parts I really wanted that I didn't get, but I didn't give up. I practiced harder so for the next show my audition would be even better. I've applied that to my career. It's fantastic to hear that kids are getting inspired to get in to the crazy world that is theater.
Here is a link to Lea Michele's article: http://www.time.com/time/specials/packages/article/0,28804,1984685_1984940_1985535,00.html
Glee Single Ladies Clip
Last night's episode of Glee was awesome. I loved this opening clip so much I decided to post it here so I, and you, can watch it over and over again.
Fox 2009 Fall TV Preview Party
Tonight I went to the Paley Center for the FOX Fall TV Premiere Party. I've been referring to it as the Glee party since that was the only show out of the 3 I was interested in. The tickets were free, which was awesome. Chris was kind enough to join me and all my Glee fanaticism. The evening started off with a reception that consisted of free food and drinks (not much food so my dinner was 2 Heineken Lites) and a tiny red carpet. Stars from 3 new Fox shows (Brothers, The Cleveland Show, and GLEE!) walked the Red Carpet. Then there was a moderated panel with all of the FOX stars and producers who were in attendance. While I was getting some pictures of the Glee cast the theater filled to capacity so we sat in the library and watched the panel and shows from a tv (that looks similar to the one I have). We saw the pilots for Brothers and The Cleavland Show and tonight's episode of Glee. It was a fun night. I have tickets for the ABC party next week, but due to work I don't think I will be able to attend. :( Next year I will have to plan better. Here are some of the pictures I was able to get:
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