OPENING NIGHT! THANKS TOXAHOLICS!
Well Toxaholics, in about 1/2 an hour I will be leaving to attend the Opening Night Performance of The Toxic Avenger. And I have to say, as I file my final blog here, I'm feeling a bit verklempt, as Shinequa and Diane sing in "My Big French Boyfriend." I'd never written a blog before this one, and I worked hard to make sure that it never took itself too seriously while still providing some behind-the-scenes info. So your response has been overwhelming to me.
I've been absolutely thrilled and surprised by the number of readers who have taken the time to read my musings, and to all you who took the time to tell me how much you enjoyed it, you have my hot toxic gratitude.
As for what an author does during the day of his opening? Well, this author sleeps as late possible (and being the proud owner of a dog who'll happily sleep till noon, I accomplished my mission.) I woke up comfortably at 10, dragged the dog for a rainy walk, then saw my Chicagofreeloaders friends George and Scott off for the day -- like true tourists, they were going to go to the Museum of Modern Art, though "probably just the gift shop."
Then I sat down at my computer to work on another project. That's correct, Toxaholics -- I always find it helpful to write something else on an opening night, in order to both look ahead to the future and calm my opening night jitters. But while working, I got two calls in quick succession -- first, director John Rando called to say that he, too, had his usual opening night jitters but that the Toxic experience has been a joy from Day One (same back at ya, John.) Then David Bryan called me to tell that he wasn't nervous at all (it's good to be a rock star) and the opening night gifts we've bought for the cast and crew might not be engraved yet, so they might not actually be "Opening Night" gifts, they might be "1st Performance After Opening Night" gifts. Regardless, our cast (Nick, Sara, Nancy, Demond, Matt) and band and crew have been nothing short of remarkable -- both on stage and off -- and for all those who have seen and loved the show, it's mainly because of them.
Anyway, Toxaholics, time for one of the most important of all opening night rituals -- figuring out what the hell to wear. This is when it's a good thing to have two gay guys staying with you (and though gay myself, I have the fashion sense of a non-metrosexual straight dude.)
It's been an absolute blast creating The Toxic Avenger and writing this blog about it, and hopefully Toxie will continue to keep theatregoers laughin' and rockin' and cheerin' for a long, long time.
Lotsa love (and without irony this time,)
Joe
I've been absolutely thrilled and surprised by the number of readers who have taken the time to read my musings, and to all you who took the time to tell me how much you enjoyed it, you have my hot toxic gratitude.
As for what an author does during the day of his opening? Well, this author sleeps as late possible (and being the proud owner of a dog who'll happily sleep till noon, I accomplished my mission.) I woke up comfortably at 10, dragged the dog for a rainy walk, then saw my Chicago
Then I sat down at my computer to work on another project. That's correct, Toxaholics -- I always find it helpful to write something else on an opening night, in order to both look ahead to the future and calm my opening night jitters. But while working, I got two calls in quick succession -- first, director John Rando called to say that he, too, had his usual opening night jitters but that the Toxic experience has been a joy from Day One (same back at ya, John.) Then David Bryan called me to tell that he wasn't nervous at all (it's good to be a rock star) and the opening night gifts we've bought for the cast and crew might not be engraved yet, so they might not actually be "Opening Night" gifts, they might be "1st Performance After Opening Night" gifts. Regardless, our cast (Nick, Sara, Nancy, Demond, Matt) and band and crew have been nothing short of remarkable -- both on stage and off -- and for all those who have seen and loved the show, it's mainly because of them.
Anyway, Toxaholics, time for one of the most important of all opening night rituals -- figuring out what the hell to wear. This is when it's a good thing to have two gay guys staying with you (and though gay myself, I have the fashion sense of a non-metrosexual straight dude.)
It's been an absolute blast creating The Toxic Avenger and writing this blog about it, and hopefully Toxie will continue to keep theatregoers laughin' and rockin' and cheerin' for a long, long time.
Lotsa love (and without irony this time,)
Joe
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Comment by Karen on May 1, 2009 at 7:26pm -
I have FINALLY had a couple of moments to sit down and read. I am bummed this was the last post, but Joe, I have to say I loved every post! You are awesome and I hope you will pop in and let us at least know how things are going!
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Comment by Toxie on April 8, 2009 at 1:08pm -
I spoke to Joe and he promised to write one more blog post about opening! so stay tuned....
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Comment by Jenn on April 7, 2009 at 4:40pm -
joe, please let us know how opening night went, im already having Toxaholics withdrawals, the night sweats are the worst part, lol.
Please keep in touch with us Toxaholics, let us know whats happening. WE NEED BLOGS, life just wont be the same without them.
Love ya loads, hugs to you, David and Rocco.
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Comment by Kei on April 7, 2009 at 8:41am -
Oh, Joe! Is this your final blog? I'm going to miss you so much :(
Can you please let us know about the opning night??
Awww, it's so sad... Thank you so much for entertaining us everyday.
I wish you continued success and look forward to reading your NEW blog!!
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Comment by Amit on April 7, 2009 at 6:43am -
Opening Night was Awesome
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Comment by Mary Lou on April 7, 2009 at 5:57am -
Joe! You need to fill us in on the details of opening night! I am hoping it was better than you even dared to dream. Please know how much happiness and success we wish for you, David and all the amazingly brilliant cast. Hope you will do the same for Memphis-we are so looking forward to the opportunity to see this when it comes to NY. (Or maybe George Street first? LOL) Hoping every day is more wonderful and brings more success to people who richly deserve it.
mary lou
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Comment by Karen Mullaney on April 7, 2009 at 5:36am
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Hi Joe!
Sorry, but I just found this site about an hour ago, when a member of Backstage with JBJ posted the link to the Entertainment Weekly article, with the interview with David. It had the link to here. The sample video looks really funny. Please tell David that I loved all of the 6 songs, on the this site!!! If the show ever comes to Ruth Eckerd Hall, down here in Clearwater, FL, then I will get to see it. I am sure opening night went very well, but please let us know about it, since we couldn't be there!!!!!!! Good luck in all your endeavors!!
Karen M
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Comment by vickie b on April 6, 2009 at 11:06pm -
Joe you just cannot leave us all without telling us how opening night went.What if all us Toxaholics suffer from withdrawel.You don,t want that on your hands do you?Think of the quilt you will feel if you leave us all wondering if your show was a success(even thou we know it will be).come on Joe,Just one more blog for the road.YA KNOW YA WANNA!!!!!
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Comment by CherylNJ on April 6, 2009 at 10:21pm -
Your last blog... I so looked forward to reading your witty and insightful blocks every day. Hope your Opening Night was a smashing success.
Best of luck to you and David with all your future musical endeavors.
Hugs to you and Rocco.
Cheryl
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Comment by Judith on April 6, 2009 at 9:50pm -
Oh noooo, come on Joe! You can´t just leave us addicted Toxaholics like that!!!!
I´d love to read about the Opening Night!!
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