RENT is due.

It was announced yesterday that the broadway musical RENT would close on June 1. It's the end of an era. For so many reasons, this show has a special place in my heart. It was the closest, I feel, that I've gotten to being in a b'way show. It's part of the reason I moved to NYC. It's message and music touched a whole new generation of young adults apathetic to musical theatre. It opened peoples eyes to AIDS and gays and artists on the edge. It changed not only musical theatre, but changed our lifestyles through it's messages of hope, friendship, and love. I will miss it... and look forward to viewing it one last time in the coming months. "There is no future... there is no past... I live this moment as my last."

In Case You Missed It!

My Law & Order debut courtesy of NBC and Fred Kaminski

Cool, huh?

The Power Of The Dunkin' Donuts

A new DD just opened a block from where I work.... trouble!!! I've been there every day that I work, and that's practically every day! Not a good way to start the new year... a donut a day! But I have such the sweet tooth as many of you know. I'm a bit partial to the french cruller and a new favorite... glazed wheat. Do you think it's more healthy 'cause it has wheat in it? And DD, hands down, has the best coffee. Though, I must say, I've been pretty fond of the hot chocolate with coconut flavoring. I really must stop.

Move On

Ok.... so I don't think I got that Miss Saigon I auditioned for.... how is that possible?!?!?! LOL! Actually, it's very possible. Just because you've done a show before doesn't grant you an automatic in. And there are a lot of TALENTED ASIAN performers out there! I have a certain friend, who when I tell them I'm doing Saigon again, they give a rather unimpressed expression and kind of pass if off as an easy feat because of my experience with the show. I still have to sing and sometimes dance and beat out hundreds of unemployed Asian performers for the roles that I've got! The ethnic card doesn't make getting work any easier. And with that said... moving on.

Who Is Jack Purcell Anyway?!?!?

I know who he is.... he's a famous badminton player. Converse also named a shoe after him... and we sell them at the CREW. Is it wrong that I own 8 pairs of them? They're different colors. And different patterns. And they go with different outfits. And they're super comfortable. Darn that J CREW and my employee discount! Thank god I'm not too fond of our new plaid print... last year's was much better. I can lay off for a month or two. Whew!

And They're Off!

So far 2008 is shaping up to be an AMAZING year. First off, one of the episodes of Law and Order that I was on ended up being the Season Premiere. It aired a couple of days ago.... and people actually saw me! Still haven't seen it myself as I have no cable, but I hear my reaction to the dramatic action in the scene is priceless! And secondly, I had a WONDERFUL audition for what will hopefully be my 6th production of Miss Saigon- this one in Virginia Beach. I should hear back pretty soon as rehearsals would begin on Jan. 28th. Keep your fingers crossed!

Law & Order Season Premiere

Hey All,

One of the episodes of Law and Order that I taped is airing tonight. It's the two hour season premiere on NBC- 9 PM EST. Look for me in the court room scenes, especially towards the end. I'll be sitting in a bench in the back in between the defense and prosecution sides. Apparently the camera was on me when they did the close ups of the Prosecutor. Let me know if you see me as I will be working the CREW tonight. Happy Brian Hunting!

Gimme Gimme

Top 10 Things I Want For 2008

1. That Thing Called Love
2. Madonna's and Janet's New Albums...Whitney, where are you?
3. Travel Overseas
4. A Speaking Part
5. A Production Contract
6. A Really Great Chocolate Something Or Another
7. A Great Pair Of Boots
8. A Puppy
9. A New Obsession
10. A Surprise!

Happy New Year to everyone! I hope you all remain healthy, happy, and prosperous!