That was what Michael wanted to tell me over dinner last night.
In other news, the chicken was succulent and the twice baked potato was delicious.
After dinner, I had the tremendous pleasure of attending CAGED DAMES at the Bailiwick Theater. I was not disappointed. If you enjoy comedy or musicals or women in prison, you’ll love it. If you’re like me and love all three, you’ll be as giddy as a schoolgirl and want to see it again.
David Cerda — who wrote the book, lyrics and music — is an absolute blast as Warden Hope Jenkins and the rest of the cast is hilarious. A special nod to BC Kalz as my favorite caged dame, B-movie star Sheila Mercury — what I wouldn’t give for a production revolving around one of Sheila’s films…”Mermaids Go To Dental School”, anyone?
The production also afforded me opportunity to meet fellow blogger, drummer for the show, and all around nice guy Aaron, who was kind enough to introduce me to Mr. Cerda after the show.
If you’re in the Chicago area, take an evening and spend it with the dames. If you don’t live in the city, make an effort to see it anyway — I travelled 2 hours just to see this and it was worth every second. So run, skate, fly, moonwalk, or make like a fucking hobo and hop a freight train, but seriously get out there and show some love and support for this talented group of folks.
Finally, Mailbag Monday returns on November 13th with open topics. Anything goes, people, so get those thought noggins going and whip up some questions. You have 9 days — 9 days!!! — to come up with the wildest, weirdest, most lascivious and tantalizing questions you can fashion. As always, send them to dirk.mancuso@gmail.com and include MAILBAG MONDAY in the subject line.
I enjoy comedy and musicals, who doesn,t? But I,m not so sure about the Caged Dames. I was told that some of them are men dressed like women. That makes it a little more interesting to me. I just don’t understand the thrill of seeing a guy dressed like a girl. I like men who look like and act like men. Call me crazy, but if I liked women and those who look/act like them I would be straight wouldn’t I? So glad you had fun at the show. Hope this is the last time you let Michael jerk you around. Hugs and more!
By: Ed on Friday, November 3, 2006
at 2:00 pm
Hey handsome, it was a PLEASURE seeing you at the show. Only wish I could have talked to you more.
Ed…we’re not frigging asking you on a date. Look in the mirror. Do you like what you see?
By: David on Friday, November 3, 2006
at 2:18 pm
I’ve been a big fan of the irrepressible Ms. Cerda since I accidentally stumbled across his blog way back when. Although I would kill to see that show (and perhaps end up as one of the Dames because of it!), I don’t see it in my immediate future. He really needs to take these acts on the road! You hear me David?
By: BriteYellowGun on Friday, November 3, 2006
at 2:39 pm
Thanks for coming, Dirk! I enjoyed hanging out with you so much! You’re as great in person as you are on the page. Please come back again…
To clarify our show, Ed, I should point out that these men aren’t transvestites by nature. It’s purely comedic, and they only do it for plays (although Ms. Cerda does have a great set of gams, and a suspiciously large purse collection).
Think of it as “Monte Python” with better costumes…
By: Aaron on Friday, November 3, 2006
at 3:10 pm
Sounds like Andrew might have some issues. Good riddance. Sounds like a great show, but it’s about a 16 hour drive for me.
By: tornwordo on Friday, November 3, 2006
at 3:18 pm
And he couldn’t tell you this over the phone why? Oh well, good luck to him.
Glad to hear the rest of the trip went well. I was just checking out tickets for the Pirate Queen, it’s leaving soon for Broadway. But the price might be a bit much. I’ll go check out the site for Caged Dames and see what’s what.
By: Katrina on Friday, November 3, 2006
at 4:13 pm
A friend of mine just got back from Chicago and said, and I quote “I had the best time of my life, the women are beautiful, seemingly sophisticated and intelligent, the theater is wonderful.” And she’s had easy access to NYC theater, as she’s from Jersey.
Of course the women are all that in Chicago, I mean it is Chicago after all.
Glad you had fun.
By: J R Estelle on Friday, November 3, 2006
at 9:58 pm
Dirk, honey, don’t confuse the man that you wish Michael could be with the man he is. Send Wifey Poo a sympathy card and tear that page out of your address book and your life book.
By: Nanners on Saturday, November 4, 2006
at 7:35 am
Oooh, if you do contact the wife, you should send her a strap-on with a note that says “trust me, he’ll love it.”
By: Josh on Saturday, November 4, 2006
at 9:45 am
Let the asshole go back to torturing women instead of men.
And, trust me, he’s not confused about his sexuality, he’s a sexual opportunist and predator.
David’s comments back to “ed” really made me laugh. Seriously, ed, your discomfort is a reflection of your homophobia. Relax, be yourself, and let others do the same.
By: jimmycity on Saturday, November 4, 2006
at 10:38 am
Hey Dirk
Aaron told me about your blog. Thanks so much! I’m glad you enjoyed yourself at our show. Next time you come to one, please introduce yourself! I’d love to meet you.
BC
By: BC Kalz on Sunday, November 5, 2006
at 1:07 am
Sounds great! If I get near Chicago again, count me in!
By: Professor on Sunday, November 5, 2006
at 4:14 pm
OMG.
I’m speechless.
By: Six Shooter on Monday, November 6, 2006
at 7:33 am