Dom Giovanni sings "Rose's Turn" from Gypsy at the Duplex! So start "spreadin' it around!" :)
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Saturday, April 25, 2009
Farewell, Myrtle Beach...
This blog is a tribute to my parents' retirement home in Myrtle Beach. This house was a dream for my father, and unfortunately, it burned down yesterday due to the horrible fires in South Carolina. Here's to all the people who lost their homes...may brighter times lie ahead for you...
5810 Swift Street....the Desjardins home...
Swift street....aka....Pleasantville....
5810 Swift Street....the Desjardins home...
Swift street....aka....Pleasantville....Friday, April 24, 2009
Broadway Speaks Out LIVE at the Duplex
Hey everyone! MGC Productions is a FANTASTIC production company that I work for here in NYC, and my good friend, Marti Gould Cummings just had his first live concert for his YouTube series, Broadway Speaks Out. Check out the photo coverage on Broadwayworld.com.
SUPPORT GAY RIGHTS!!! :)
Marti Gould Cummings and Donell James Foreman (Mamma Mia tour)
Marti Gould Cummings (MGC Productions & Broadway Speaks Out)
Marissa Perry (Hairspray) & Jay Armstrong Johnson (Hair)
Adriana Devine
Justin Stoney
Marissa Perry
Lauren Elder (Hair)
SUPPORT GAY RIGHTS!!! :)
Marti Gould Cummings and Donell James Foreman (Mamma Mia tour)
Marti Gould Cummings (MGC Productions & Broadway Speaks Out)
Marissa Perry (Hairspray) & Jay Armstrong Johnson (Hair)
Adriana Devine
Justin Stoney
Marissa Perry
Lauren Elder (Hair)
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Guys with Guts...
So the other day, I was in a Starbucks, talking to a friend of mine. And when I left, my friend stayed behind, but apparently something interesting happened....
While my friend was on the phone, a gentleman (and from the way he was described, I MEAN gentleman) came up to her and handed her a napkin. On the napkin, in perfect handwriting, was written the following:
"Hey, sorry to bother you, but who was that guy you were talking to? He was PRECIOUS? Is he gay?"
Ha! He had to ask.... (that's why I called him a gentleman...)
So when my friend got off the phone, and she told him that I was, and he offered to give her his info to pass along to me. Of course, my friend accepted, but she was so overjoyed by his politeness and that fact that HE offered to give HIS information. He didn't ask her for MY information, because honestly, she said she probably wouldn't have given it up in case whoever it was asking for my info turned out to be a creep. But this guy was the opposite, and he offered his info, like any true gentleman would.
Then, of course, she passed along the info to me and here I am telling the world. But why I wanted to blog about this tonight was because I admire my gentleman caller. Not many guys have the guts to do something like that anymore. I mean, not to sound cocky or anything, but I see guys eye fondle me all the time on the subway, but no one EVER come up to me to say, "Hi." Is a simple "Hello" too much to ask for these days? One never knows who they're going to meet and where, so why not always be open and friendly.
Live in the moment. Not in the future. Not in the past. The future will come. And the past is done. Change is already here.
I'll keep you posted about the guy... ;)
While my friend was on the phone, a gentleman (and from the way he was described, I MEAN gentleman) came up to her and handed her a napkin. On the napkin, in perfect handwriting, was written the following:
"Hey, sorry to bother you, but who was that guy you were talking to? He was PRECIOUS? Is he gay?"
Ha! He had to ask.... (that's why I called him a gentleman...)
So when my friend got off the phone, and she told him that I was, and he offered to give her his info to pass along to me. Of course, my friend accepted, but she was so overjoyed by his politeness and that fact that HE offered to give HIS information. He didn't ask her for MY information, because honestly, she said she probably wouldn't have given it up in case whoever it was asking for my info turned out to be a creep. But this guy was the opposite, and he offered his info, like any true gentleman would.
Then, of course, she passed along the info to me and here I am telling the world. But why I wanted to blog about this tonight was because I admire my gentleman caller. Not many guys have the guts to do something like that anymore. I mean, not to sound cocky or anything, but I see guys eye fondle me all the time on the subway, but no one EVER come up to me to say, "Hi." Is a simple "Hello" too much to ask for these days? One never knows who they're going to meet and where, so why not always be open and friendly.
Live in the moment. Not in the future. Not in the past. The future will come. And the past is done. Change is already here.
I'll keep you posted about the guy... ;)
Nerds Among Us
So, my NYC debut, "Nerds Among Us," was this past Monday, 4/20, and it couldn't have went better! I am so grateful for all the 25 people who showed up! Not to mention the people who stayed for drinks after. My friend, Adriana, recorded the whole show, so be sure to look for videos of my favorite songs both on here and YouTube.
Needless to say, 26 was probably one of the best birthday's I've ever had. Thank you EVERYONE for all your support, and be on the lookout for "Nerds Among Us: Director's Cut" coming this summer! Who knows....Elaine Stritch might even make an appearance... :)
Needless to say, 26 was probably one of the best birthday's I've ever had. Thank you EVERYONE for all your support, and be on the lookout for "Nerds Among Us: Director's Cut" coming this summer! Who knows....Elaine Stritch might even make an appearance... :)
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
An NYC Actor's Right of Passage
So today, I had my SECOND opportunity to do some extra work on the original Law & Order (the show is on it's 19th season!).
Now, on my first shoot, I was in holding for about 5 hours, only on the actual set for 1 of those hours, and I was barely in the shot. I was mostly in the background, and I absolutely HATED the suit I was wearing. I bought it when I was at least 20 pounds heavier, so needless to say, it no longer fits and makes me look fat, lol. :)
But today was a much different experience. Despite the fact that my bus home from Boston got into NYC this morning at 3am, and I had to be up by 7am to get to the Law & Order set for 9am, leaving me extremely exhausted, I actually felt like I EARNED my paycheck today. I got a LOT of face time on set today, and was in and out of holding almost all afternoon. The morning was a little boring, but when there's free food to keep you going, one can't complain. And the costume designer LOVED my outfits. That made me feel special, lol.
So, I had a great time, and I must admit that I like extra work. I get to read, they feed you, you meet new people, etc. Feel free to share your own background/extra stories as they come along for you... :)
JD
Now, on my first shoot, I was in holding for about 5 hours, only on the actual set for 1 of those hours, and I was barely in the shot. I was mostly in the background, and I absolutely HATED the suit I was wearing. I bought it when I was at least 20 pounds heavier, so needless to say, it no longer fits and makes me look fat, lol. :)
But today was a much different experience. Despite the fact that my bus home from Boston got into NYC this morning at 3am, and I had to be up by 7am to get to the Law & Order set for 9am, leaving me extremely exhausted, I actually felt like I EARNED my paycheck today. I got a LOT of face time on set today, and was in and out of holding almost all afternoon. The morning was a little boring, but when there's free food to keep you going, one can't complain. And the costume designer LOVED my outfits. That made me feel special, lol.
So, I had a great time, and I must admit that I like extra work. I get to read, they feed you, you meet new people, etc. Feel free to share your own background/extra stories as they come along for you... :)
JD
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