All tagged Jane Connell

Movie Morsel: Ladybug Ladybug

Have you ever stumbled upon an older film that you have never heard of and decide to give it a try? Then you watch the movie and you find yourself completely riveted? That is what happened to me when I came across Ladybug Ladybug. It’s a small film, there is nothing lavish about it, but it definitely crept into my psyche and has stayed there for years. Made in 1964 and directed by Academy Award nominated director Frank Perry, the film is a chilling exploration of the Cold War and how it promised unbelievable horrors.

Downton on Broadway - Me and My Girl

When I think back on all of the Broadway musicals and national tours that I have seen over the years, trying the remember how I felt before, during, and after each performance, I try to relive the emotions and exhilaration I felt watching most of them. There were a few musicals over the decades that left me cold, but most of them left me inspired, invigorated, and sometime even breathless. However, one musical has always stood out for having provided me with sheer joy. Everything including its hilarious characters, intoxicating melodies, clever direction, evocative design elements, and its memorable choreography (which was both graceful and full of humor) added up to an evening of perfection. This musical was Me and My Girl.