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Calendar Events / Announcements '08 I / Re: DS song played before Broadway play started
« on: February 20, 2008, 05:03:17 PM »
My point exactly, should a film version be done lovingly tounge in cheek , in the style of The Brady Bunch films, rather than a serious updated version, Busch would be a great choice for the role.

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Calendar Events / Announcements '08 I / Re: DS song played before Broadway play started
« on: February 20, 2008, 03:22:26 AM »
It makes good sense, Charles Busch (gender illusionist supreme) who wrote and starred in "Die, Mommie, Die" is a DS fan and many of His characters have Grayson like qualities.  My hope is that should the new proposed Depp film be an homage to the original show that Mr. Busch will be asked to step into Grayon's lab coat... he would be amazing!!!

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Calendar Events / Announcements '05 I / Re: Robert Farnon, 1917 - 2005, composer of Josette's Theme (first version)
« on: April 30, 2005, 05:37:25 PM »
I agree, both versions are wonderful but the first had a much more haunting quality to it.

Apparently, Farnon had no idea they were using the tune on the show during the run. I think it was during the shows syndication or home Video released that he did. He also saidhe never recieved a royalty check for it's use on DS.  This dispells the rumor that when Farnon "found out" it was being used  and asked for his rightful royalty's  Dan Curtis told Cobert to compose his own theme.  It's more liekly that Robert C. realized it was not a composition of his and wrote the new one.  It's a great tune and has the same feel as the Farnon version.

The oriiginal tune was part of the Farnon songbook. It was released on a series of farnon albums(sometime in the late 50's/early 60;s)and simply called "Music Box".  Another fan and myself have been searching for the album for years, in order to have a clean cut of the track. Incidentally the song itself is about 3 minutes long .  Sybil just looped the first 26  seconds or so for the music box.

I hoped against hope, that it would be released on "The Prisoner" cd but no such luck. If it were to be relased with DS music , MPi would merley have to pay the Farnon estate a royalty fee. 

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Calendar Events / Announcements '05 I / Shadowgram article about Nancy B./New Dates
« on: April 16, 2005, 10:19:14 PM »
For those who subscribe the to the print version of SHADOWGRAM. The next issue will feature an article  on Nancy Barretts return to the cabaret world in Judy and Bea. Including comments from Nanch herslef, as well as Peter Mac and John Schaefer. And an exclusive photo of Nancy and her co-stars.

Also Nancy has added two more dates to her schedule.

Monday May 9th at 9:30 pm
Monday May 23rd at 9:30 pm

Just call  Helen's Cabaret room at 212-206-0609 for reservations. Don't forget to mention to DARK SHADOWS/SHADOWGRAM for a special reduced fan rate of $10 admission.

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Calendar Events / Announcements '05 I / Nancy Barrett- Back by Popular demand!
« on: April 09, 2005, 04:23:39 PM »
Did you miss Nancy Barretts run in "Judy and Bea...and Nancy Makes 3" ? Well, here's another shot.

As of May 13th Nancy will be back on stage with Judy and  Bea. You will be delighted as Nancy shares the songs of some her favorite composers with you. You won't want to miss as she chats with Judy about her days on Dark Shadows, Broadway and television. Starting on Friday May 13th through May 20th and May 27th at 11 pm.

At Helens's Cabaret room . Located at 169 Eighth avenue between 18th and 19th streets (in Manhattan). If you make your reservation and mention "SHADOWGRAM" and/or Dark Shadows you are entitled to a discounted admission of $10. That is more then half off the normal price. The club does require a $15 food and/or drink minimum. Their extensive and reasonably priced menu includes mouthwatering burgers and a popcorn chicken that is addictive! For reservations call 212-206-0609 .

Nancy B. finished her first run with the cabaret musical last night. When asked about her experience in "Judy and Bea" , she had this to say:

"It's the most fun I have ever had on any stage. Working with two of the most talented performers I have ever worked with "- Nancy Barrett, April 2005

For more information visit: www.judyandme.com . Have a question? Email webguru@judyandme.com

To those fans from the DS Forums who attended Nancy's first run at Helen's. Thank you for your kind words and support. Much gratitude.

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Calendar Events / Announcements '05 I / Re: Le Bat Bar (I think)
« on: March 31, 2005, 02:12:27 AM »
Patti,

Le Bar Bat was actually the spund studio where Robert Cobert recorded alot the Dark Shadows sound track.   I am not exactly sure how many years this building was a recording studio but in the mid 90's it became Le Bar Bat. Several NYC DS festival events/dinners were held there . It's kind of ironic that the studio where the DS music was recorded became a gothic restaurant/bar.

For the most part , I think, the actors used to hang out at the Brittney Du Souir after work.  It was in existance through the 80's. Not too far from the studio itself.


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Calendar Events / Announcements '05 I / Re: Nancy Barrett Cabaret SPECIAL OFFER/Reduced Cover
« on: March 15, 2005, 02:45:27 PM »
thanks, Midnite !

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Calendar Events / Announcements '05 I / Nancy Barrett Cabaret SPECIAL OFFER/Reduced Cover / Back by Popular demand!
« on: March 14, 2005, 10:02:19 PM »
For those fans who are interested in attending Nancy Barretts cabaret. There is a special offer! Just call 212-206-0609. Or email webguru@judyandme.com . You must mention Shadowgram or dark shadows when you call or email, you can then make your reservation and the $30 cover charge will be reduced to $10.  More then half off! The restaurant does require a $15 food and/or drink minimum.  Their tasty and extensive menu features mouth watering burgers and a popcorn chicken appetizer that is addictive!

"Judy and Bea: Two Dorothy's Musically reunited for the first time! It's Dorothy Gale meets Dorothy Zbornack in this new light hearted cabaret. Judy Garland and Bea Arthur regale audiences with stories of their days on stage and screen . And in Ms. Arthur's case , TV LAND.

Nancy Barrett joins the ladies on stage starting on march 18th through April 8th, 2005. Nancy offers a musical program featuring songs by Irving Berlin, Rodgers and Hammerstein and Harold Arlen.  She chats with Judy about her days on Dark Shadows, Broadway and film. All three ladies take the stage and offer a bevy of musical surprises. 90 minutes of musical comedy highjinx!

At Helen's Cabaret Room . In Manhattan. Located at 169 Eigth aveneue. Between 18th and 19th streets. Every Friday night. AT 11 pm

Call 212-206-0609
Email webguru@judyandme.com

Don't forget to mention SHADOWGRAM and or Dark Shadows to recieve the very special reduced ticket price.

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