Del Shores posted her performance of “Crying” from 1989 on facebook this morning, and it reminded me that it was this performance that brought her to my awareness, as well…and I’ve been in love with her ever since. She touches my Soul!! Her performance of Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah” simply kills me (in such a good way!!) There are treasures in life, and kd is one to be cherished!

a very gay little musical by Sky Gilbert. I have been attempting to put together a directed scene from this piece, and have yet to get beyond a few table reads. But, now I am inspired to develop this into possibly my next “creation”. And so, I am now going to begin the intense research, beginning by reading the biography, “Capote” by Gerald Clarke. This course of study will end with reading “Moby Dick” (the connection will be revealed, if you follow this post). 10-28-09 Received word that I was not granted right to follow through with this project, but “a girl can dream, can’t she?” So, I’m going to continue doing research, simply because it all interests me, and hopefully there might be a change down the way, but even if I am never allowed to make this film, I will always be a strong supporter of the play/musical. Continuing to read “Capote” biography.

the magazine. I began reading this in the late ’70’s, when I had to really search for it, and could only find it in independent bookstores. I transitioned from reading Rona Barrett’s magazines, to this Andy Warhol-created publication. It is the only magazine that I have continually subscribed to throughout the years, and has given me so many insights into what artists talk about when they are talking to eachother…it has also given me a heads up on new talent, and artists in other fields, besides just film & music. Fantastic magazine, pick it up if you’ve never read it before, and continue to support it if you have. It is a life-line into the Arts.