The show was in four parts - the struggle, fame, stardom, and fleeting aspects. It began with a letter from a 14 year old to a magazine, hoping for acceptance. The author...Stephen King. Other letters included David Bowie writing back to his very first fan letter from America - his response was incredibly gracious. Another letter read aloud was from a young Bruce Springsteen to his landlord explaining why he was late.
There was quite a variety - some from authors to their publishers along with a response (sadly a rejection or two). There was a very funny letter response from the Monty Python troupe - John Cleese wrote, then Michael Palin did a follow-up, along with Eric Idle. It was a hoot.
The program flowed and the performers read with verve. This was a well curated collection and performance piece. Fame - quite a concept.
Sure sounds like a trip through start to finish of fame.
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DeleteHi Joanne - sounds like just the thing I would be interested in ... fascinating - so lucky you could attend ... cheers Hilary
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DeleteYou do get to see some interesting places.
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Yvonne.
I want to hear and think about stuff. I like these programs
DeleteWhat a great event. I love evidence that famous people once had the same struggles as the rest of us - it gives me hope :-)
ReplyDeleteYes. Even had a Jane Austen letter
DeleteSounds like fun... all except for the accordion music. When I think of accordion, I think of all those sad-looking kids who were forced to play one on the old "Collegians" show. (I think that's what it was called... At the end, all of the contestants got on stage and sang, "So long, it's been good to know ya..." Very low budget show.)
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