Triple Feature

I was treated to a triple feature this morning. A triple feature in the span of an hour is unusual, even with our family, so I feel obligated to share the wealth. Here is a quick recap:

Feature One was “Liar Liar Pants on Fire”. While it was well acted and the actor certainly committed to the role, the lie itself was not plausible and therefore the audience new in the opening seconds that her pants were in fact on fire. I do give her credit however, as she was determined and stayed with the lie until it’s dying breath, only then switching to pleading and begging for forgiveness. All in all, while the material was poorly contrived, the actor is a natural.

Feature Two was an oldie but goodie performance of “I’m Cruisin’ for a Bruisin’ – Telling You 'NO' Just One More Time”. The dialogue was expected, a lot of “NO”’s, and again the performance was well acted as he owned the character. I did in fact want to bruise him, repeatedly.

Feature Three was a true joy to behold. A surprising and magnificent rendition of “I Can’t Fathom Why, But I Now Must Lose My Ever Loving Mind”. This performance had everything! It was unexpected, emotionally exhausting, and physically challenging, a true Oscar worthy performance. There was foot stomping and body trembling, throat burning screams and floods of tears. The audience felt shock, confusion, disbelief, anger, and amusement all within the opening 30 seconds of this lengthy, multi-dimensional, 20 minute performance.

If you are interested in experiencing these performances yourself you’ll be pleased to know that each performance will be shown again in limited release. I can’t confirm date, time or location of these fine exhibits of raw acting power, however, I can tell you if you spend any significant time with our family you are practically assured a viewing of at least one or more of these special impromptu plays as encores appear to be a favorite of these stunning young performers.