The one with Beauty and the Beast

Went for the Beauty and the Beast musical last night. It was a great show full of song and dance. Based on the Disney cartoon from a few (???) years back. So most of the songs were familiar. Even wanted to sing-a-long but my colleagues warned me of I did, they wouldn't know me.
Before I go into the play, its very, very sad that my fellow countryman have poor theater etiquette. Mainly on punctuality. Then again its not just plays, but almost everything which regards time. The show was suppose to start at 8pm, but only to start at 8.30pm. I am one of those who prides myself with punctuality. I try my utmost best to be where I need to be earlier than expected. It was very annoying to see people take their own sweet time coming in. If I received a dollar for every person that came late, I would be rich.
Anyways, back to the play. Great show overall. The music, the dances and the colours. It was a joy to watch. The familiar tunes from the movie were in my mind. Just sang-a-long to it in my mind, while trying to keep still. Even the characters resembled the characters from the movie.
One song I enjoyed was 'Be Our Guest'. That was well done and lively. That was one song I was humming to before the play and after. Even carried on to this morning also.
Now, I'm going to youtube to watch that scene again.

The one with Broadway Parodies Lah

After the events on Friday it left me pretty much drained and dazed as I couldn't get over the fact that 3 hours were wasted in that cinema hall. At least I had futsal Saturday and a play to look forward too.
I'm playing futsal again, as I'm beginning to enjoy the game again. Having fun and bringing sexy-futsal-back. Yesterday's game was very sexy. Nice fluid passing, movement and some brilliant goals and some Inzaghi-like flukes. I myself set the table by laying the assists and defense splitting passes. Didn't score though but had some misses which if went in would be on ESPN's Top Ten Plays of The Day. Was denied by the crossbar after some balancing the ball act. Great game overall and I hope everyone had fun themselves.
Later went for a play at Actors Studio Bangsar titled Broadway Parodies Lah with Hafizah and Jiji. Now that was a whole lot entertaining than that movie which shall not be named. Well its a parody of Broadway hits with a twist of Malaysia. Songs sung on Broadway with altered lyrics in Malaysian flavour. Also one of Hafizah and Jiji's friend was also in the play, Kyra Dani. The show was a barrel of laughs and good fun. The show ends next Sunday so for more info check out http://www.theactorsstudio.com.my/2007/04/18/broadway-prodies-lah/. Also check their blog on the link provided.
Anyways, despite the cultural influence (???) I've been exposed to (art shows, dances, theaters), I'm still the same rockstar.

The one where one weeks worth of material is cramped into one post

Been a while since my last blog. Been meaning to post something about events since Saturday but time has not permitted me the luxury of blogging. Among the reasons include 2 straight nights of blackout and post-work activities.
So lets begin from last Saturday, 12 May 2007. Went to Seremban in the morning to visit my former boss during my Affin Discount days. She invited all her ex-staff for lunch. I was first to arrive as I drove faster than a speeding bullet. She cooked some Indonesian dish called rawan. First time trying out that dish. It was nice to see everyone again as its been a while since we got together. We shared a bond in the department and there was a lot of love. Its where I started work and Kak Yam (as well as Mr Mokhtar) gave me the chance and opportunity to work. Among those who came was Yusof and family, Marziah and family, Hafizan and family as well as Liz with Aaron and her future in-laws. Also they wanted to know how I was doing at my new gig.
Later rushed off like a speeding bullet to Petaling Jaya for my futsal Saturday session. Tested out my new boots I bought on ebay which arrived earlier in the week. Managed a hat-trick but still haven't broken into the new pair.
Then at night join Hafizah, Jiji, Kevin and Vincent to Rimbun Dahan for an art exhibition. Went there for dinner, view artwork, hang and snap photos. I believe Kevin posted some pictures in his blog. We came in Vincent's car and I drove the car back as he had a little too much to drink. Then Jiji and Kevin suggested for karaoke at Bangsar and the time was already 1am! I was OK with going home but since the rocker in me had one more song to rock to I thought why not. Apparently everyone was tired so I spent most of the session hogging the mic. Finally manage to sing my theme song, Radiohead's Creep. Lenny joined us for karaoke also so had a buddy to help rock the joint.
Sunday I went for Spiderman 3 again. Hafizah had two free tickets from her office colleague. She tried to sell / give to her friends but no luck. So she decided to watch it again and I thought why not join. The tickets were free and I was really bored at home even though sleeping wouldn't have hurt. Then we had dinner with Farrish and Manhattan Fish Market.
Monday night had dinner at Coffee Hut with Farrish and Farah. Coincidently they both texted me at the same time. Pretty much hang and chill as well as Farrish missing his girlfriend who is currently on holiday in the States.
Tuesday night, the highlight of the week for me. Went to MPO for Tango Fire with Hafizah and Jiji. Actually they had an extra ticket since one of their friends couldn't make it. Since I'm on a break from futsal Tuesday I thought why not. It was a dance show, tango fired up with a more upbeat feel. The cast was from Argentina and after watching the show, felt like I wanted to learn how to dance. For more info check http://www.tango-fire.com/.
Wednesday went for My Fair Lady and this was an office event. They bought tickets and invited our valued customers. It was good show (think you all know the story) but it was long and it was a work night. Still an enjoyable experience. But think my mind was still on Tango Fire as the dances were still in my head. Help send a colleague back and reached home almost 1am. And boy did I really need sleep. I realized I went to two performing arts show and an art exhibition. Damn, from rock star to a more cultured rocker. Guess the variety is good.
Thursday was a struggle at work because I was really trying to stay awake. Met up with Liz and Shem for lunch. Later and night me and Hafizah made last minute decision to watch Blades of Glory. Another funny movie and we were laughing throughout the whole movie. Catch it if you need to have a barrel of laughs.
Well a lot had happen and I know I could have elaborated better. Realize a break from futsal so far has done me some good. I now have the opportunity to try new things and experiences as I've never been to MPO and Planery Hall at KL Convention Centre. So there's a first.

The one with That Was The Year

Bet you're all wondering about the title. Well its the title of a play I went for last night, OK more of a musical. Saw the play at KLPAC in Sentul West. My first visit there as I'm more familiar with Actorolympics and Comedy Week hosted at The Actors Studio.
Went there with Hafizah, Jiji and Eke. One of the performers Malik Taufiq is a friend of theirs. Who use to be with AM Merchant (banker-turn-actor....hmmm). No, don't worry I don't think I would go down that path. In fact haven't played on stage since college. Last role I played was J.W.W. Birch for some Merdeka play. Ok, back to the play, well the story is as follows (taken from the KLPAC website):

• That Was the Year is a provocative and mesmerising performance of musical theatre based on Beth Yahp's short story. That Was the Year is a love story set against the backdrop of a historical event, told from the perspective of a child who was born out of wedlock.

For me the was good. My favourite part is when the cast break into a song. Much of the serious dialogue lost me a bit. Probably needs getting use to as its the first serious play I seen. More use to the laugh-a-minute gigs or rock concerts. After the show ended up at Devi's Corner in Bangsar for drinks. But kept one eye on the TV to keep track on the football scores.
Next up for me is Broadway Parodies. Hopefully they can get tickets.

The one with the origami pix

Finally got the origami pictures. So now see how 5 friends filled their time while waiting for their food. Eke, thanks for the pix.

In case you are not sure what to look for its a heart, a shirt, a jet, a boat, a box (but not quiet visible) and something which I don't know what you call it.

The one with the origami and no voice

Well yesterday (Saturday 10 March 2007) was a long day for me. As posted earlier I went for 300 and also the drama at A&W. Then got home, posted the blog and only manage 2 hours of sleep. Woke up played with my niece for a while who has a penchant for playing with my clorets like a rattle. Then later help out parents in the garden by mowing the lawn.

Headed to Mid Valley for lunch and also to check out the MAPEX fair with my friend. She was intent to buy property as she longed for a place of her own. She had quite a number of pre-requisites for her crib. Since you going to be tied with the long-term commitment, you should find one that fits all to make the investment worth while. As for me, I too would love a pad of my own, only unable to afford it at the moment. Hopefully something will pop up in the distant future, insyaallah. Well hope my friend finds a place soon with everything she wants with cherry on top.
Later had lunch at Manhattan Fish Market, ordered the usual Manhattan Seafood Platter for 2. It's the only thing I know to order there. Then bump into a junior of mine from SMTTDI and honestly I can't remember him. But hey guess SMTTDI-lians would know a fellow SMTTDI-lians when they see one. He too went to the property fair. He too said something which best is only known to the people at the table.
Headed off for my futsal Saturday after lunch. Still pretty much full, but eager to run wild. Good game, good work out, very sexy football also.
After futsal headed to the Curve for dinner and karaoke. Both ideas were decided at the 11th hour. Had dinner at Fridays. Just ordered the appetizers as me and my friends were pretty much full. Then while waiting for our food, the 5 of us decided to fill the time with origami. My mobile battery was low so I couldn't take pictures of our work. A friend said she will email it to me soon. As she didn't have GPRS and I couldn't figure out her bluetooth options. Well Rafiq made a boat, Fidah made a jet, Eke made a 'don't-know-what-you-call-it-thing-but-remember-playing-it-in-school, Hafizah the creative one made the box tray and also a shirt and me just wanting to spread the love made a giant heart. Will post the picture once I get the email.
Then went for another vocal-exercise session. Me still suffering from sore throat still went all out to rock the joint. I sang my usual numbers as they still not updated on the latest hits and also they don't have my theme song, Radiohead's Creep. Well I was pretty much out of it in the after the first 2 hours. Was back-up for the rest of the session and my voice is lets just say 'talk show on mute'.
It all ended early Sunday morning. Well that sums up my Saturday and early Sunday. Did I mention I only had 2 hours of sleep?