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read the handblog...12/28/2005My Way Of LifeI guess it was 'time to make the donuts' IN HEAVEN.posted by David on 12/28/2005 09:24:00 PM | Link |
12/27/2005My Way of LifeMy goodness I've been a slacker. Happy holidays to you all. Even the non-Christians. I am on vacation until January 3 so I will be using the time to write write write. I happen to clebrate Christmas with my family so yesterday was filled with KIDS. Six of them. Uncle Chris and I love watching the kids overdose on Xmas. They open one toy and another is waiting. And another, and another, and another. Their moods ranged from crabby to adorable but I have to admit they behaved very well and the crab was Samantha who could can cut you down with a look. I have to photograph the doll I received from my sister in law, Marianne and my nephews. It wins for most unique gift.It's a Tippi Hedren 'The Birds' doll complete with crow in hair, green suit, and a crow covered mink coat. My baby Chris comes in a close second with a really cool girl group boxed set that came in a hat box from the way cool people at Rhino Records. Today BC, Christopher and I saw Brokeback Mountain. I was the only one that didn't shed tears beacuse we all know I'm emotionally dead. Ed Jones said the film haunted him and I think he's right. I'm sure I'll see it again but, I knew the stroy and I knew the romance was doomed from the start so I guess I expected the worse. It's a profoundly sad story, and I have to give the actors their props. I liked Jake just as much as Heath and the woman who played their wives were wonderful as well. I think I didn't cry because the movie makes no attempt to manipulate you with soaring music or cheesy melodramtic scenes, something that seems to be a staple in Hollywood doomed romance films. I couldn't help but try to figure out 'what if?' as I watched the movie. The more I thought about it the sadder it made me because even if they had made a go of it it probably wouldn't have worked out what with Heath's baggage and so many other things and Ang Lee just chose to tell the story in a simple way. I think they were lucky to know a love like they did. posted by David on 12/27/2005 05:59:00 AM | Link |
12/21/2005My Way of LifeYou can catch Pt. 8 of Tim Piotrowski's PARTY strip in the YBIL Series right HERE. No, I'm not the old man.posted by David on 12/21/2005 07:03:00 PM | Link |
My Way of LifeOh my God! Christopher Meloni is doing the same thing to ME!posted by David on 12/21/2005 06:39:00 PM | Link |
My Way of LifeIf you didnt' go to CREW last night you missed a really fun night. I had planned on staying for about 90 minutes and ended up staying for 3 hours. CREW really is a diamond in the rough right off the corner of Lawrence and Broadway. While, I like dirty bars in novels, they become less appealing as you get older and CREW is VERY very clean, well designed, has just the right amount of lighting (meaning you can actually see the goods) and is filled with an attractive and friendly clientele and staff. I like the joint. Nevermind that it's a sports bar. Our very own Chad McLaughlin manages the place and the ALWAYS lovely, insane Jason Freeman was our barkeep and the theater critic/common waitress/with the bedroom eyes Kris Vire slung hash. I wanted to pinch his ass whenever he walked near, but I thought the better of it.Lots of friends dropped by ,including the beguilng Tim Riordan, the mischevious Tim Piotrowski, the incredible hulktress Cate Mannion, my handsome Friendster buddy Ron, Joey 'Carrie White' Steakley , the adorable Leo, a buffed Lon Ellenberger and Tommy Ross, aka Ryan Lanning who is starring in the upcoming Bailiwick show The Kiss of the Spiderman (or is it woman?). The usual loyal Handbaggers were there and they entertained us all with their remarkable voices. I have to give props to Jennifer Connelly for not only dressing in character but entertaining us with 3 songs, including our special JUDY'S 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS. Because of her great voice we sold tickets to the show right then and there. Speaking of great voices- Trista Smith blew the fucking roof off the place when she sang a filthy Let's Get It On as Ethel Merman. We just stood there with our mouths agape, and for an obnoxious bunch of actors that's pretty amazing. posted by David on 12/21/2005 04:42:00 PM | Link |
12/20/2005My Way of LifeJUDY'S 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMASOn the first day of Xmas, Mr. Mayer gave to me: A contract that nearly killed me On the second day of Xmas, Mr . Mayer gave to me- 2 flaming husbands, and a contract that nearly killed me On the third day of Christmas Mr. Mayer gave to me 3 Andy Hardy's 2 flaming husbands And a contract that nearly killed me On the 4th day of Xmas, Mr. Mayer gave to me , 4 period musicals 3 Andy Hardy’s 2 flaming husbands And a contract that nearly killed me On the 5th day of Christmas, my true love gave to me 5 Ben-ze-drines, 4 period muiscals 3 Andy Hardy's 2 flaming husbands And a contract that nearly killed me On the 6th day of Xmas Mr. Mayer gave to me 6 weeks of rehab 5 Ben-Ze-Drines 4 period musicals 3 Andy Hardy's 2 flaming husbands And a contract that nearly killed me On the 7th day of Christmas Mr. Mayer gave to me 7 seamen swimming (for Liberace), 6 weeks of rehab 5 Ben-Ze-Drines 4 period musicals 3 Andy Hardy's 2 flaming husbands And a contract that nearly killed me On the 8th day of Christmas Mr. Mayer gave to me, 8 (pauses) something, something, 7 seamen swimming, 6 weeks of rehab 5 Ben-Ze-Drines 4 period musicals 3 Andy Hardy's 2 flaming husbands And a contract that nearly killed me On the 9th day of Christmas Mr. Mayer gave to me 9 vodka stingers 8 (pauses) something, something, 7 seamen swimming, 6 weeks of rehab 5 Ben-Ze-Drines 4 period musicals 3 Andy Hardy's 2 flaming husbands And a contract that nearly killed me On the 10th day of Christmas Mr. Mayer gave to me, 10 nervous breakdowns 9 vodka stingers 8 (pauses) something, something, 7 seamen swimming, 6 weeks of rehab 5 Ben-Ze-Drines 4 period musicals 3 Andy Hardy's 2 flaming husbands And a contract that nearly killed me On the 11th day of Christmas Mr. Mayer gave to me, 11 horny munchkins 10 nervous breakdowns 9 vodka stingers 8 (pauses) something, something, 7 seamen swimming, 6 weeks of rehab 5 Ben-Ze-Drines 4 period musicals 3 Andy Hardy's 2 flaming husbands And a contract that nearly killed me On the 12th day of Christmas Mr. Mayer gave to me: 12 triumphant comebacks 11 horny munchkins 10 nervous breakdowns 9 vodka stingers 8 (pauses) something, something, 7 seamen swimming, 6 weeks of rehab 5 Ben-Ze-Drines 4 period musicals 3 Andy Hardy's 2 flaming husbands And a contract that nearly killed me posted by David on 12/20/2005 09:55:00 PM | Link |
My Way of LifeSINGING AND BOOZING WITH JUDY TONIGHTYou can join us tonight as we sing Christmas Carols with Judy and her special guests tonight at CREW Bar 4804 N. Broadway, just north of Broadway and Lawrence 8pm Cover is 10 Bucks but you get DOLLAR drinks and you raise money for Hell in a Handbag!!!! Your hosts are the legendary Brad McGuire and Judy Garland. Who's bigger? Well, you know what I mean..., posted by David on 12/20/2005 05:42:00 PM | Link |
12/19/2005My Way of LifeLinks DAY!Link, links, have we got links! First, there's ME, ME, ME on the latest of installment of the Feast of Fools Podcast talking about music from past shows, trannies and George W. Bush. Are you just worshipping me from afar and want to know a little more about me? What makes me tick? What I have to say about other HANDBAGGERS???? About Judy's SCARY Little Christmas? What the hell I look like? Care to hear my alluring nasal tones? Well click on the frigging link!!!! Then there's JUDY, JUDY, JUDY. Listen to Jennifer Connelly& Derek Czaplewski talk about Judy's Scary Little Christmas on WINDY CITY RADIO, Chicago's only Lesbigay radio show! Just click on the Dec. 18 archive download. BUY the JUDY'S SCARY LITTLE CHRISTMAS CD here! Finally, there's TIM, TIM, TIM. Piotrowski, that is- click HERE to read his dead-on next installment of 'Party' in the YBIL series. posted by David on 12/19/2005 05:23:00 PM | Link |
12/16/2005My Way of LifePart 5 of Timmy P's Party comic strip is up!posted by David on 12/16/2005 04:54:00 PM | Link |
My Way of LifeIt was disclosed today that President George W. Bush and his gang decided that they had special powers to eavesdrop on 'as many as 500 US citizens' without court approval due to extenuating circumstances.Those circumstances being the TERRORIST threat upon AMERICA. Caroline Fredrickson, director of the Washington legislative office of the ACLU'S official reaction is "shock that the administration has gone so far in violating American civil liberties to the extent where it seems to be a violation of federal law." Shocked? Really, I don't think anybody is shocked by this, and I'm sure this just one of many more 'shocking' revelations that will come to pass. Blatant disregard for civil rights, or the views of many in the name of stopping terrorism. This must be a running joke in the Bush household by now. Please imagine the roles of George and Laura played by Michael Kingston and Steve Hickson. Laura Bush: George, I thought you were going to have lunch with me and the Utah Campfire Girls today? George W: Sorry, Laura, I can't....Uh, I'm busy! Laura: With what? George W: Um..., it's a...TERRORISTS situation! Yeah, that's right..., a terrorists situation! Laura: Yeah, it's always a 'terrorists' situation when you want to get out of a something! George W.: That's not true, Laura! Laura: You're right, George. I'm sorry, I forgot- you use that excuse when you WANT something as well- like WAR! George W.: Oh, Laura..., Laura: Don't you 'Oh Laura' me! Now get upstairs and put on the Utah state flag colors pronto or the 'terrorists threat' may prevent you from getting your Saturday night handjob! posted by David on 12/16/2005 04:21:00 PM | Link |
12/15/2005My Way of LifeThis is pretty funny....,The Straight Guys Guide to Brokeback Mountain...,posted by David on 12/15/2005 06:41:00 PM | Link |
My Way of LifeGod I hope he catches her. I cannot stand Nancy Grace. This so called 'legal analyst' is nothing more then a publicity hungry parasite who is under the impression that she is the defender of all things good and decent. She actually made me want to believe Michael Jackson.posted by David on 12/15/2005 06:14:00 PM | Link |
My Way of LifeDon't forget to catch part 4 of Timmy P.'s PARTY installment at the Young Bottom's In Love comic website. Okay, who do you think that is wearing the scarf? I thought of a particular person...,posted by David on 12/15/2005 04:34:00 PM | Link |
12/14/2005My Way of LifeWe FINALLY have a starring vehicle for Steve Hickson.posted by David on 12/14/2005 11:04:00 PM | Link |
My Way of LifeAnother reason to stay away from Wal Mart.posted by David on 12/14/2005 10:19:00 PM | Link | So what are you doing next Tuesday night? Wanna join us? JUDY'S CHRISTMAS PARTY AND SING-A-LONG AT CREW BAR + GRILL Judy's Scary Little Christmas Party and Sing-A-Long Tuesday, December 20th at 8:00 PM Crew Bar & Grill 4804 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL Karaoke all night and a sing-a-long with the cast with naughty lyrics provided by David Cerda! A fun raffle with prizes that include tickets, Hell In A Handbag t-shirts and CDs and booze!A mere $10 donation buys a wristband that gets you $1 well drinks, soda pop, and domestic draft beer all night! posted by David on 12/14/2005 08:54:00 PM | Link |
My Way of LifeThe next two installments of the the talented artiste' Tim Piotrowski are in finally up in the Young Bottoms In Love comic website. The comic is of special interest to Handbaggers and it's followers since it's about a non-actor going to a party with his 'actor' boyfriend that happens to be full of theater people. See if you can spot the Handbag references. I'm trying to figure out who's who in the beautifully illustrated party guests.posted by David on 12/14/2005 04:44:00 PM | Link |
My Way of LifeThe new POSEIDON trailer was released today. Unfortunately I can't view it from the office- no Quicktime. I'm not sure how entertaining it could possibly be without snappy songs! Let's hope Richard Dreyfuss dies quickly.posted by David on 12/14/2005 04:35:00 PM | Link |
My Way of Life It's hip to like Christ! 
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12/13/2005My Way of LifeThe new Superman Brandon Routh is apparently SUPER in more ways then one.posted by David on 12/13/2005 06:00:00 PM | Link |
12/12/2005My Way of LifeSee Tim Piotrowski's (husband of ensemble memebr Tim Howard and Judys Scary Little Christmas Set Designer and friend) contribution to the Young Bottom's In Love series. It's a ten page story, with a new page each day, Monday through Friday. Part one this week, part two next week. So yes, you have to go back each day (Or wait till Friday and read it all at once).posted by David on 12/12/2005 06:39:00 PM | Link |
My Way of LifeI know you come to The Handblog for all the news that matters. I had no idea Paris Hilton and my mom had so much in common.posted by David on 12/12/2005 05:55:00 PM | Link |
12/09/2005My Way of LifeWhat a difference a night makes. The roads are much better today and the main streets are drivable. Last night I dug out our back parking space but still got stuck twice in the alley this morning, where neighbors disperse their shoveled snow anywhere in the alley, and let's face it- the Betty-mobile is not meant for 8 inches of snow. My sixty something neighbor lady offered to push me out of the snow but I couldn't live with her heart attack death on my conscience so I dug myself out twice before getting to work. Tonight we will definitely have a show if I have to hold a flashlight on the damn stage.posted by David on 12/09/2005 05:35:00 PM | Link |
My Way of LifeThis is AMERICA.posted by David on 12/09/2005 04:24:00 PM | Link |
My Way of LifeIt's crazy late and I woke up to my legs doing some crazy thing, like they drank a cup of coffee. I saw that commercial for restless leg syndrome. Apparently there's a pill for it. The last thing I need is a pill. We actually had to cancel Judy's Scary Little Christmas tonight because the city of Chicago had it's first honest to God snowstorm tonight. It was crazy. We have over 6 inches, and you would think it never snowed here before. The entire cast showed up but with 4 people at the theater an no lighting person we thought it best to cancel. We haven't done that since the POSEIDON accident with Merrie. We did a speed though and sang the songs just to make sure we remembered the show. Hopefully everybody will deal with the snow a little better tomorrow.posted by David on 12/09/2005 09:56:00 AM | Link |
12/08/2005My Way of LifeHave you written your Metromix review of JUDY'S SCARY LITTLE CHRISTMAS YET? Go ahead- we can take it.posted by David on 12/08/2005 07:39:00 PM | Link |
My Way of LifeYou can check out the White House website to view yet another stilted, scripted piece of fiction called A Very Beazeley Christmas. It's a heartwarming video story of Barney and Mrs. Beazley, the two sibling resident Scottish Terriers residing at the White House. Apparently Barney is jealous of Miss Beazley's media attention and steals her packages and runs through the White House hiding them. We all know that the bi-polar Scottish Terrier would have been shot on sight had that actually happened. He's black.posted by David on 12/08/2005 05:08:00 PM | Link |
My Way of LifeEd Jones and I caught 'It's a Fabulous Life' at the Bailiwick and it was great to see AWOL Handbagger Todd McConville wearing a skirt again. Steve Kimbrough looked quite handsome in his white suit and they did a great job. The show is directed by Matt Gunnels, who oddly enough usually directs 'Rudolph the Red Hosed Reindeer'. There was even a Coach Comet character. I'm aching from the gym and I shouldn't be because my workout wasn't that intense. It sucks getting old.posted by David on 12/08/2005 06:35:00 AM | Link |
12/07/2005My Way of LifeMy sister called me last night. 'I have to tell you something' she said. I immediately said 'You're pregnant!' (She has six kids) After she assured me she wasn't pregnant she told me that my seven year nephew Sebastian asked 'Why isn't Uncle David married? Why doesn't he have any kids?' 'Uncle David is very busy with his plays' said my sister. 'Well why does Uncle Chris live with him and why do we call him Uncle Chris?' my inquisitive nephew wanted to know...,'Look, Sebastian. Uncle Chris and Uncle David are like mommy and daddy. They're together and they love each other,' said my sister. 'But mom, is that normal?' he asked. 'Sometimes boys and boys love each other like a mommy and daddy and sometimes even girls love each other. It's normal for them. Your Uncle David and Uncle Chris are together because they love each other' my sister said. Sebastian smiled and said 'I KNEW it!'. 'How did you know that?', my sister asked him. 'Because Uncle David looks at Uncle Chris the way you look at dad!' proclaimed my brilliant little nephew. posted by David on 12/07/2005 06:24:00 AM | Link |
12/06/2005My Way of LifeHoly crap, did I mention how spectacular the set is for 'Judy's Scary Little Christmas'? Tim Piotrowski is a goddamn genius! It's like walking into a whole new world.And those chorus boys! Loren Conell, Adam Keune and Mr. SMILE himself, Richard Banden. Wait until you see them hula. But wait, there's more. Ben Osbun in his tight little sailor suit. Wowie Kazowee! posted by David on 12/06/2005 06:38:00 PM | Link |
My Way of LifeWORST PRESIDENT EVER.posted by David on 12/06/2005 04:23:00 PM | Link |
My Way of LifeThese guys have got to know this is hot.posted by David on 12/06/2005 03:27:00 AM | Link |
12/05/2005My Way of LifeHopefully he died with a smile on his face.posted by David on 12/05/2005 09:42:00 PM | Link |
My Way of LifeHow big are this guy's balls?posted by David on 12/05/2005 07:00:00 PM | Link |
My Way of LifeWell, we survived another opening weekend, and it went very well. Having an audience is wonderful. Instant approval. I suppose that's why we all do this.We were filled to capacity Saturday night. The audience reaction and feedback has been great and we're all clearly having a great time on stage and it shows. Jennifer Connelly is charming the pants off the crowd as Judy and watching her is a joy as is watching all of my other friends inhabitat the characters so well. Brannen Daugherty as a young Liberace gets laughs the minute he smiles, Trista Smith sells the shit out of her Ethel Merman Hawaiin holiday song and Derek Czaplewski was born to play Bing Crosby, and he sings the role beautifully. Me? Well, I didn't trip and I said most of my lines when I was supposed to say them so I'm happy. I would go into more detail about the wonderful Brigitte Ditmars, Mike Miller and Ed Jones but I'm under contractual obligation not to reveal their characters. These are all of my friends, so I'm really proud of them, along with our director, Tim Howard, the man my mother is in love with. It's so nice to have Peter Storms, with us. He plays an assortment of instruments and he doesn't miss a beat. If the man can make me sound good, he can do anything. It's interesting to see how our hardcore fans are reacting a show I didn't write. The show thows you for a loop in the second act, and it's generated some discussion among audience members, which I think is good. The reviews will be out in the next few days, but word of mouth on the show is selling lots of tickets. I'm feel very good about the show and I'm proud to be a part of it. My gown is fabulous too. posted by David on 12/05/2005 04:48:00 AM | Link |
12/03/2005My Way of LifeI just want to drop you all a quick note before I run to the gym and poster some of Andersonville to spread the JUDY word throughout the neighborhood. We open tonight and we're all very excited. It was great to get a show under our dance belts last night in front of a real audience. Without going into detail (because I don't want to jinx it), it went well. With the added luxury of sleep we should all be energized for a kick-ass opening.See you there! posted by David on 12/03/2005 10:11:00 PM | Link |
12/02/2005My Way of LifeMother of God! We have an audience tonight. We did another run-through last night and worked and worked and worked.The show is shaping up nicely and if I don't forget where I am I should be fine. You know how things run smoothly in your head but don't quite manifest themselves the way you envision them? Sometimes I have a coordination problem which I think is more a matter of psyching myself out. The loving, but harsh and virulent judgment of my good friends keeps me on my toes, and the cast is so good, that there's some pressure to be...fabulous. People always say, 'Oh that's okay, that's what rehearsal is for', but I am just as insecure as the next person, and sometimes I get sooooo angry with myself. Especially since it's JOAN. She would have leaped over the end table and strangled me by now. We're featured in today's Chicago Tribune. It's a nice, candid little feature. Jen is ALWAYS candid. posted by David on 12/02/2005 05:51:00 PM | Link |
12/01/2005My Way of LifeThis is one those losses that make you audibly react "Oh no!" when you read about it.Wendy Jo Sperber passed way. Most people of a certain age remember her from Bosom Buddies, but I think her funniest classic moment was when she jumped from a moving car to answer a Beatles trivia question in the Spielberg comedy I Want To Hold You Hand. Ethel Merman, Jr., indeed. posted by David on 12/01/2005 06:12:00 PM | Link |
My Way of LifeLast night was our first DRESS rehearsal and it went well. I picked up my fab new strapless evening gown from the lovely and talented Miss Veronica Scheaffer and well, besides my hairy chest and a few fly away hairs and no false eyelashes and such I was a dead ringer for 1959 Joan.Jennifer Connelly went to Zizi, the best esthetician in the city ( I go there), and had her eyebrows reshaped and dyed. Jen, the tomboy was fretting and fussing over them, but the results are amazing. With the hair, styled the way BC taught her and the make-up, she's, much to her dismay, a GIRLY- GIRL!!!! There's a trick to doing eyebrows. Waxing an arch is not enough. You have to follow the natural bone structure of the each individual face and wax, trim and pluck in a style that looks effortless. There's nothing worse then plastic looking DEVO eyebrows, and Zizi is the only person I totally trust in that department, and hopefully Jen will come around and trust her as well. The other actors look wonderful , and Mike Miller is particular chilling. The resemblence to the the famous (or infamous) character he portrays is frightening! And wait til you get a load of Trista's (or is it Tish?) Muumuu! Ed Jones chose to perform as Moises Kaufman of I Am My Own Wife fame, but it's all good. You should call now and make your reservations. 312/409-4357. Seats are filling fast! And, if you need to do some HOLIDAY shopping you can shop until you hearts content AND suppport Judy's Scary Little Christmas by going to GABBY GOODIES to order all sorts of delicious desserts and coffees and knick-kncks sure to make your home more festive for the Holidays. Just type in Hell in a Handbag when you complete your order. posted by David on 12/01/2005 04:36:00 PM | Link |
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