Leaps and Bounds Above the General Populace

Last night something amazing happened, or so I was informed this morning on my way to work.

It marked the premire of American Idol, which was funny, mean, and from what I could gather, a must-see staple of American TV!

Granted, I was busy doing other things, like reading Economics homework, so perhaps I missed some of the more flavorful comments. But I heard the guffaws about some poor girl with a tent(?). I even got to hear the clips of a singer and the bleeped out language she used when she got booted off the show for not having a strong enough voice.

Good show, people, good show.

I don't have cable anymore, and so far I don't even miss it. I didn't even know American Idol was entering our airwaves last night.

Instead, Nick and I ventured out into the world of the arts and saw the musical Lestat at the Curran Theatre. The show is based on Anne Rice's vampire novels with music written by Elton John and Bernie Taupin. Unlike the Tom Cruise/Brad Pitt film, this show actually follows the books pretty closely.

Interestingly enough, they used digital media as a way to enhance the set, which I thought it was innovative and unique. I didn't really notice Elton John's musical influence in an overwhelming way until Act II, however I enjouyed all of the music.

My favorite song was by Claudia, and it was probably called, "More".

Great show.

So while millions tuned in for American Idol, a small gathering of us went to watch a small show at the Curran sung by a professional cast with excellent voices.

Now that's a good show.