Category Archives: Entertainment

Rainy days and Mondays…

Posted on May 17, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

Karen Carpenter said it best with… Since the early morning it has been a steady shower here in Kettering. The skies seem forbidden of allowing the faintest glimmer of sunshine through. Jose did a great job on cutting the lawn … Continue reading →

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"Please, Don't Eat The Daisies!"

Posted on May 16, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

Tonight, as I crawled into bed, I discovered one of my favorite movies, PLEASE DONT EAT THE DAISIES is on. This is just a delightful romp with Doris Day, David Niven, and Richard Haydn – best known as “Her Max … Continue reading →

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Prom Time…

Posted on May 15, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

This evening I arrived at the Carter home around 4:45pm so I could take some photos of Amanda & Vanessa before their dates, Patrick & Kevin, arrived. The girls were absolutely beautiful in their dresses! After a round of various … Continue reading →

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And the actress is…

Posted on May 15, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

Agnes Mooreheard! Correctly, and quickly guessed by my friend, Sue Branson. Agnes Robertson Moorehead (December 6, 1900 – April 30, 1974) was an American actress. Although she began with the Mercury Theatre, appeared in more than seventy films beginning with Citizen Kane … Continue reading →

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Can you names this actress?

Posted on May 15, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy
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Can we say, "Friday!"?

Posted on May 14, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

The week was good, but seemingly long. I am now, once again, a part of the Facebook community after finally convincing Facebook security that I was the legitimate DLJH. I have, however, received a number of comical notes from friends … Continue reading →

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Count-down to Friday…

Posted on May 13, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

This was a slightly busy, yet relaxing week. Despite the heavy rain and thunderstorms throughout the first half of the week, we had mild temperatures. Many times we were threatened with rain, or storms but they by-passed us. The students … Continue reading →

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New television shows…

Posted on May 12, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

Tonight as I was ending my last lesson, Joyce Carter, the mother of one of my voice students, asked if I would be watching MODERN FAMILY and THE MIDDLE. I learned these are two comedies that are an absolute riot. … Continue reading →

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Last of the Ziegfeld Girls Dead at 106

Posted on May 12, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

Originally published in PLAYBILL. By Kenneth Jones and Robert Simonson 11 May 2010 Doris Eaton Travis Doris Eaton Travis, the former Ziegfeld Follies dancer who inspired 21st century audiences with her pluck, good will — and fancy footwork — at 12 … Continue reading →

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What does a Producer Do?

Posted on May 11, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

This is a really neat article about Broadway producers. Take time to read What does a Broadway Producer do? Over 100 Producers respond. The article can be found at THE PRODUCER’S PERSPECTIVE A producer is a rare, paradoxical genius: hard-headed, soft-hearted, … Continue reading →

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THE AWAKENING…

Posted on May 11, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

“I dreamed a dream, a silent dream of a land not far away where no bird sang, no steeples rang, and teardrops fell like rain. I dreamed a dream; a silent dream. I dreamed a dream of a land so … Continue reading →

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Betty White on SNL…

Posted on May 9, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

Betty White was the host for SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE this past weekend, and was an absolute hit… Betty White on SNL…

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Erma Bombeck…

Posted on May 9, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

Erma Bombeck has been one of my favorite authors, and humorists since I was in the fourth grade. Here are some quotes and videos…. A friend doesn’t go on a diet because you are fat. A friend never defends a … Continue reading →

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A Spring Week…

Posted on May 7, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

My dear friend in St. Louis, Jeffrey Carter, is always a few steps ahead of me with technology (and a score of other things that raises my admiration and respect for him), and I figured out how I can write … Continue reading →

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…His Baton Is Laid Down…

Posted on March 8, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

(Written in September 2002) Thursday evening I was in the middle of teaching private voice, piano and saxophone lessons when I received Emails from my mother and sister telling me that Mr. Brugger had passed away.  Though not terribly surprised … Continue reading →

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Butler's Coleman Hemsath marks his 30th production with Singin' In The Rain

Posted on October 30, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

Originally published: http://www.examiner.com/x-27336-Dayton-High-School-Theater-Examiner~y2009m10d29-Butlers-Coleman-Hemsath-marks-his-30th-production-with-Singin-In-The-Rain Eight years. Thirty productions. This averages to 3.75 shows each year. Most of these thirty productions, however, were accomplished within the past five years. This incredibly busy rehearsal and performance schedule has been maintained by Coleman Hemsath, … Continue reading →

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Wayne High School senior Tray Shelton shines in Moon Over Buffalo

Posted on October 30, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

Originally published: http://www.examiner.com/x-27336-Dayton-High-School-Theater-Examiner~y2009m10d28-Wayne-High-School-senior-Tray-Shelton-shines-in-Moon-Over-Buffalo “I have been interested in theatre for as long as I can remember. I think the main reason the stage has always been appealing to me is because in a small town like Huber Heights, you don’t … Continue reading →

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Fairmont grad Phil Drennen launches new writing career following Altar Boyz tour

Posted on October 30, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

Originally posted: http://www.examiner.com/x-27336-Dayton-High-School-Theater-Examiner~y2009m10d26-Fairmont-grad-Phil-Drennen-launches-new-writing-career-following-Altar-Boyz-tour This 2002 Fairmont graduate, now a performer living in New York City, was known in the Miami Valley for cow roping, singin’ and dancin’ in the rain, gambling, and dancing in pajamas. Now, having completed a national … Continue reading →

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Centerville HS senior Jack Gallagher lights the way

Posted on October 30, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

Originally published:  http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-27336-Dayton-High-School-Theater-Examiner~y2009m10d23-Jack-Gallagher-lights-the-way “The shear difference from a plainly lit stage before the show, and the last little touch – lighting adds to a production that truly takes you to where the show takes place.” This is why Centerville High … Continue reading →

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"September Song"

Posted on September 1, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

Every September 1st, I think of this beautiful song by Weill & Anderson. The first time I heard “September Song” was in the mid-late 1980’s when Mr. Logan played a recording of it. I cannot remember who sang it but … Continue reading →

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STEP-OFF with the Marching Firebirds

Posted on August 29, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

Late afternoon Friday the skies began turning gray, and rain threatened the Miami Valley. Just as Jose was leaving to report to the band room, the splotches of wetness began appearing on the sidewalk. Within minutes the deluge had begun. … Continue reading →

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…Back To Blogging…

Posted on August 25, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

God, how many times have I written that title over the past few years I have blogged. My cousin, Dana, and my friend, Jeff, are tremendous, faithful bloggers. I always try to use these two as role models with cooking, … Continue reading →

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…Sailing the South Pacific…

Posted on May 20, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

Sunday, May 17th, we held auditions for SOUTH PACIFIC. I was so impressed with so many of the teenagers, and there were a few that blew me away – I had not seen that level of performance from them. I … Continue reading →

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…SOUTH PACIFIC… and we are off!

Posted on May 13, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

Well, last night the production team officially met for the first time to prep SOUTH PACIFIC for Beavercreek High School’s new summer stock production company, Summer On Stage. This production team is on fire, and over the past three weeks, … Continue reading →

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…Out of the PAJAMAs and into a… grass skirt?…

Posted on May 8, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

Sunday afternoon, the production of THE PAJAMA GAME at Beavercreek High School ended. I am generally a little teary-eyed following a production, but this time I was relieved. April 14th, the orchestra conductor was fired and I was handed the … Continue reading →

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