By way of review I can identify at least two things I like about this film, Steve Sandvoss (pictured) and Rebekah Jordan who has a nice selection of tunes on her MySpace. Now don't get me started on the script!
Sunday, 18 May 2008
Latter Days
By way of review I can identify at least two things I like about this film, Steve Sandvoss (pictured) and Rebekah Jordan who has a nice selection of tunes on her MySpace. Now don't get me started on the script!
Without us she's nothing. NOTHING MANCHESTER!
Okay, so I absolutely had to go to an event at this year's Queer Up North as no matter what I seem to miss the whole event! The opening event was on May 10 with Sandra Bernhard supported by Tina C (pictured below).
Here's the review:
There are many reasons why you may be aware of Sandra Bernhard. It may be because of her stint on American sitcom Roseanne, her did they/didn't they relationship with Madonna or through one of her controversial outbursts reported in the media. It seems tonight's audience at the Opera House for the opening of this year's Queer Up North may know Bernhard for any, or all, of these reasons but don't quite know what to expect from the mouthy comedienne's live show.
Bernhard arrives on stage to rapturous applause from the far from capacity crowd and launches immediately into a tirade against Madonna. From there the show revolves around scripted monologues, original songs and covers and many more swipes at celebrity targets. Unfortunately some of these celebrities aren't household names in the UK and Bernhard is less than impressed when these (and other) parts of the show fall flat. Bernhard blames being “forced” to have a support act and, subsequently, coming on stage later as the reason for the growing lack of enthusiasm from the crowd. An already bemused audience are unsure how to take Bernhard's ranting and some decide to leave before the show's conclusion.
It's a different world now than when Bernhard first toured 'Without You I'm Nothing' twenty years ago. She contemplated this with the example that twenty years ago people who were “flamboyant” complained about being persecuted and nowadays complained that so many others were flamboyant that they couldn't get a decent level of attention any more. Sadly, it seems that Bernhard's act is facing a similar struggle.
Here's the review:
There are many reasons why you may be aware of Sandra Bernhard. It may be because of her stint on American sitcom Roseanne, her did they/didn't they relationship with Madonna or through one of her controversial outbursts reported in the media. It seems tonight's audience at the Opera House for the opening of this year's Queer Up North may know Bernhard for any, or all, of these reasons but don't quite know what to expect from the mouthy comedienne's live show.
Bernhard arrives on stage to rapturous applause from the far from capacity crowd and launches immediately into a tirade against Madonna. From there the show revolves around scripted monologues, original songs and covers and many more swipes at celebrity targets. Unfortunately some of these celebrities aren't household names in the UK and Bernhard is less than impressed when these (and other) parts of the show fall flat. Bernhard blames being “forced” to have a support act and, subsequently, coming on stage later as the reason for the growing lack of enthusiasm from the crowd. An already bemused audience are unsure how to take Bernhard's ranting and some decide to leave before the show's conclusion.
It's a different world now than when Bernhard first toured 'Without You I'm Nothing' twenty years ago. She contemplated this with the example that twenty years ago people who were “flamboyant” complained about being persecuted and nowadays complained that so many others were flamboyant that they couldn't get a decent level of attention any more. Sadly, it seems that Bernhard's act is facing a similar struggle.
Saturday, 3 May 2008
Goodbye Gastro's :-(
Fair do's to Gastro's for attempting to bring a little class to eating in Manchester's gay village. I am very sad to report that there'll be no more mocha and Aged Feta Cheese and Tomato sandwiches to be had as the cafe/restaurant/deli has folded after five months in business. The deli side of the business was probably unwarranted considering Olive is well established and only a couple of doors down.
I had visited for coffee and a sandwich/pizza on several occasions and have to say the staff were always very friendly and service was excellent. It is disappointing that the village cannot seem to sustain a decent eaterie compared to Soho which has the excellent Balans and many a thriving coffee and sandwich outlet that all seem to be busy day and night! Maybe the venue, which had already failed as a restaurant and a bar as Gaia, wasn't right for the venture? Thanks Gastro's; it was nice while it lasted.
:-(
I had visited for coffee and a sandwich/pizza on several occasions and have to say the staff were always very friendly and service was excellent. It is disappointing that the village cannot seem to sustain a decent eaterie compared to Soho which has the excellent Balans and many a thriving coffee and sandwich outlet that all seem to be busy day and night! Maybe the venue, which had already failed as a restaurant and a bar as Gaia, wasn't right for the venture? Thanks Gastro's; it was nice while it lasted.
:-(
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