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| Name: | Kate |
| Posted on: | December 10, 2002 06:48 PM |
| Where are you from?: | England |
| Referred By: | Newsgroup |
| Comments: | Well, i've been silently fuming all day, having read the first of the reviews this morning, and things just don't seem to have improved during the day, so now it's my turn to express an opinion. I'm beginning to wonder whether there's a secret conspiracy amongst critics to slam Dance Of The Vampires regardless of it's real quality. It seems to me that Michael couldn't win either way. He expressed a desire to move away from the darker side of Von Krolock's character to avoid criticism for returning to the stage as the same character, only with bigger teeth (or words to that effect), so he plays it more comically, and STILL the critics will not be satisfied; they claim it's a mockery of Phantom anyway. And so, i ask myself, if he'd played it 'gothic' as they seem to think he should, what would they have said? I can only begin to imagine!!! Like i said, a no win situation. Also, i've heard it said that his performance during Confession Of A Vampire lacks depth and expression. I find this very hard to believe. From all that i've seen, heard and read, Mr Crawford is a dedicated performer, who lives the role he is playing, and seeks perfection in every look, every gesture, every tone. He seems a man who takes great pride in giving his all in a performance, and yet we're expected to believe that during this song he just stood, expressionless on the stage. I don't believe it for a minute. Okay, the last point i need to raise here, the comparisons with Phantom, and i don't mean in characters. I've heard that scenes from Dance echo scenes from Phantom, namely, the grand staircase at the beginning of Act 2 (compared to the one used in Masquerade), and the Draw Bridge at the conclusion of the first act (this is pretty odd, they compare this to the Chandelier in Phantom!!!). I feel that the critics would have Phantom be the final nail in Von Krolock's coffin, with no real cause at all. The two are completely different, and why any comparison should be drawn at all is beyond me! Finally (yes, i am getting close to the end) some comments i've read are just completely ignorant and unfeeling, people should think before they write such rubbish. I'm sure it would be different if they were on the receiving end of such insulting comments. I don't care what they say, i'm sure this show will go on to be a great success and a massive hit for all concerned. I would like to take this chance to wish the entire cast and crew the very best of luck for the future!! Michael, you're still the best and always will be. You're a true inspiration to myself and many other people all around the world, and I hope that your success continues Sincerely Kate (who's glad to get all this out in the open, even though she'd still REALLY annoyed!!) p.s. at least the general preoccupation with Phantom confirms what the majority of us have known all along, that there's only one man who should be cast as the Phantom if the movie ever becomes a reality. Michael - You truly are my Angel of Music
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| Name: | Lilly |
| Posted on: | December 10, 2002 02:02 PM |
| Where are you from?: | Germany |
| Referred By: | Search Engine |
| Comments: | Sadly DotV got some really bad reviews, although Michael was in most cases not bashed. Perhaps the critiquers on Broadway just have a different taste in musicals. Overall they did not like this musical right from the start. I will go and see it anyway because Michael is a wonderful performer and the show is worth it. Cu, Lilly |
| Name: | Lisa |
| Posted on: | December 10, 2002 11:43 AM |
| Where are you from?: | Italy |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | Well....I don't care what critics have said...I've seen the show, and its' fabulous and, most important, you're AMAZING!!! Always surprise me.... So...don't care about them, Michael, and remember -...I am resilient, I am resilient...- Un bacio. |
| Name: | Kasey Ryan |
| Posted on: | December 9, 2002 06:55 AM |
| Where are you from?: | |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | Michael, I want I wish you the best for your new show. Unlike most of your fans, I haven't seen Dance of the Vampires yet, but I still have faith in you and the rest the cast and crew. Break a leg! ;) Kaesey Ryan |
| Name: | Lisa Renee' Reynolds |
| Posted on: | December 8, 2002 07:31 PM |
| Where are you from?: | Georgia |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | Dear Michael, I wish you the best of luck with Dance of the Vampires! I have been a fan of yours for 1 year now. I love all of your music and theatre work. I can't wait to see Dance of the Vampires! I know you are awesome in it!! I know you must be so happy of the MCIFA website. It's such a beautiful website. If anyone wants to email me, please email me. I love hearing from MC fans. Love Lisa |
| Name: | Barbara |
| Posted on: | December 7, 2002 08:30 PM |
| Where are you from?: | Havre de Grace, MD |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | I planned a vacation around DOTV. I had tickets for November 22,2002 but couldn't wait. So I bought a ticket for the Nov.20, 2002 performance. It was wonderful. I enjoyed the show so much I bought a ticket for the Nov.23, 2002 evening show. To see Michael Crawford on Broadway was a dream come true. I hope to see DOTV again this spring or summer. Fantastic show, fantastic star. Krolock Rocks! |
| Name: | Shaun Austin |
| Posted on: | December 7, 2002 02:18 PM |
| Where are you from?: | Manchester, England |
| Referred By: | Search Engine |
| Comments: | Could someone tell me, what was the film called where Micheal was running a marathon? Was it 'The Race'? Is it available on video or does anyone know where I could get a copy of it? |
| Name: | Lisa |
| Posted on: | December 5, 2002 06:17 PM |
| Where are you from?: | Italy |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | So, it's almost the BIG NIGHT....I just want to let you know that where's someone in Italy who save a prayer for you and all the cast of DOTV... Go, Michael, ROCK THEM ALL!!!!! Ciao bello! |
| Name: | angela perry |
| Posted on: | December 5, 2002 12:46 AM |
| Where are you from?: | western australia |
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| Comments: | DEAR MICHAEL congratulations and best wishes for the grand opening. Australia seems so far away but you are in our thoughts. |
| Name: | melissa |
| Posted on: | December 5, 2002 12:25 AM |
| Where are you from?: | new jersey |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | Dear Michael, I have seen Dance of the Vampires twice and i think it is sensational. I am tuly in love with you, your voice and your acting ability. You just get better with age. I have traveled all over just to see you in concert. I would travel anywhere to see you. Thank you for your voice,your talent and your ability to make me smile. |
| Name: | debi pasceri |
| Posted on: | December 4, 2002 06:03 PM |
| Where are you from?: | holbrook,n.y. |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | Hi Michael, I just wanted to say that I saw the show "dance of the vampires" on sat. afternoon 11/30/2002. I had such a great time. It was funny, the coreography was great, it was pretty funny at some parts. The best was the singing!!! The way you hit those high notes...and at some parts you kept the note for so long........... That was truly an awesome sight to hear! Glad that you are back on Broadway you are a fine actor with a magnificent voice! Thank you for a great performance. |
| Name: | kim-maree |
| Posted on: | December 3, 2002 02:45 PM |
| Where are you from?: | melborne australia |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | hi micheal, just to let you know that I have been a fan of you and your music for years. Your music is inspirational and when I feel down your music can always give me the lift that I need. Keep up your great work and come back soon to Australia soon. Kim-maree |
| Name: | PAT MARTENS |
| Posted on: | December 1, 2002 02:41 PM |
| Where are you from?: | |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | Just want to let all you know, I've seen Michael at his best last night in DOTV. He is fabulous, awesome and the show really rocks. My son works for the accounting firm which does the show and was able to get tickets. All I know is I want to keep going, going, going to see this #1 guy. I've been a fan since 1988 and will be forever. He is just he best thing there is. See the show ist is the best and he better get a Tony for this. |
| Name: | Donna Anderson |
| Posted on: | November 30, 2002 10:59 PM |
| Where are you from?: | New Jersey |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | OMG...I just got home from seing Dance of the Vampires...it is unbelievable! This show will be receiving many awards. And Michael...well, what a voice! I am hoping the tickets are open for the spring as I want to go back and see Michael again. This time I am praying to get seats closer so I can see every fine detail. This show is what Broadway is all about. Congratulations to Michael and the rest of the cast on a job well done! To anyone reading this who is not sure if the show will be for them....I took my 70 yr. old parents with me and even they loved it! The dancing is great...the singing from the entire cast is just awsome...the sets are amazing! I see at least 8 shows a year on Broadway, so this is not a fly by night recomendation...GO SEE |
| Name: | Amanda |
| Posted on: | November 27, 2002 10:11 AM |
| Where are you from?: | Thomaston, Connecticut |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | Hi Michael! I have to say that I've never heard a voice that could ever compare to yours. You have such a wonderful voice and everytime I get upset I just put in one of your CDs and I always feel better. I can't wait to see you in Dance of the Vampires. It seems like such a great show and it must be because you're in it. :) I hope it's a success for you and I hope enjoy many more yeaers of success! I love you!!! Thanks Michael, Amanda Lyons Thomaston,Connecticut age 15 |
| Name: | Hollie |
| Posted on: | November 26, 2002 12:57 PM |
| Where are you from?: | Utah |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | Hi, Michael. Do you actually read these? Anyway, I just wanted to say that you have changed my life. No, really, I mean it! About 7 or 8 years ago, I first heard Phantom and your voice and I have never been the same since. I don't know how to explain it, but you truly are an angel and I want to thank you for all you have given me. I don't think I would have made it this far in life (I don't mean I would have died) if it weren't for you and Sarah Brightman. I have read your book and I have to say I loved it. It was great fun learning new stuff about you. Okay, I think I've said enough. Am I boring you yet? Hee-hee. Okay, gotta go. Once again, THANK YOU! AMORE PER SEMPRE, HOLLIE :) |
| Name: | Dianne |
| Posted on: | November 25, 2002 04:29 AM |
| Where are you from?: | Australia |
| Referred By: | Search Engine |
| Comments: | Hi Michael I finished reading your book (hope there will be a sequal)I have't laughed so much the family thought that there was something wrong with me with the tears running down my face with laughter. I hope that you will be able to bring Dance of the Vampires to Australia. Your music is relaxing I am studying at the moment with my exams this week and next week I get so motivated. Thank you for all the wonderful music. |
| Name: | brooke |
| Posted on: | November 24, 2002 09:57 PM |
| Where are you from?: | ohio |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | i just came back nyc and i saw the show it was awsome michael was wonderful he even signed autographs he signed a poster for me |
| Name: | Nicki Rowlands |
| Posted on: | November 24, 2002 02:40 PM |
| Where are you from?: | England |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | hey all! just like to say Michael Rocks! I really want to go to see Dance of THe Vampires, but lack available funds! Hope they bring it to London! Michael uve got a wiked voice, and this is coming from an unimpressionable teenager! u have inspired me to take up a career in music! Thanks mate! Love 'n Peanuts, nicki rowlands x |
| Name: | Michele Wilcox |
| Posted on: | November 22, 2002 12:43 PM |
| Where are you from?: | London, England |
| Referred By: | Search Engine |
| Comments: | Just read autobiography and had to come and look at web site great book amazing person |
| Name: | Original London Cast ! |
| Posted on: | November 21, 2002 11:43 AM |
| Where are you from?: | Denmark |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | Michael Crawford - Its nice to see your still in the business ! keep going as long as your voice allows it ! And by the way..how about a 'final' London Performance ? I never got the chance to see you as the Phantom, and its surely my biggest wish... =) Good luck with your new musical ! |
| Name: | Amy Rossi |
| Posted on: | November 20, 2002 09:10 PM |
| Where are you from?: | Madison,CT USA |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | Hey Michael! How are you? I am doing awesome. I heard that you are in Dance of the Vampires in Broadway. Cannot wait to see it! Every time I get the chance to go online, I always try to find information on the play. You have such incredible talent!! I always look up to you as my Angel of Music.Every chance that I get, I always try to play your music 24/7. Right now I am taking singing lessons and my teacher is lettting me sing some songs from the Phantom of the Opera. It is so much fun. I hope you are having lots of fun doing DOTV!!Good Luck!! Hope to see you there performing sometime. Lots of Love, Amy Rossi |
| Name: | Amy Rossi |
| Posted on: | November 20, 2002 09:09 PM |
| Where are you from?: | Madison,CT USA |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | Hey Michael! How are you? I am doing awesome. I heard that you are in Dance of the Vampires in Broadway. Cannot wait to see it! Every time I get the chance to go online, I always try to find information on the play. You have such incredible talent!! I always look up to you as my Angel of Music.Every chance that I get, I always try to play your music 24/7. Right now I am taking singing lessons and my teacher is lettting me sing some songs from the Phantom of the Opera. It is so much fun. I hope you are having lots of fun doing DOTV!!Good Luck!! Hope to see you there performing sometime. Lots of Love, Amy Rossi |
| Name: | Genie |
| Posted on: | November 19, 2002 10:08 AM |
| Where are you from?: | Western Australia |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | Michael, You performed at Leeuwin estate winery in Margaret River, Western Australia, on the 5 & 6th February 2000. I was there for my first time. It was my birthday and you made it special along with Lindesay, my life partner. Please tell the rest of the world have wonderful Margaret River, Western Australia is. |
| Name: | Genie |
| Posted on: | November 19, 2002 09:59 AM |
| Where are you from?: | Australia |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | Hi MIchael, Iam getting married for the second time, but this time it feels so good. Recently found a song of yours that feels so right for us. Would love to have you here for the wedding, purely as a guest. |
| Name: | Kimberly Doyle |
| Posted on: | November 18, 2002 07:02 PM |
| Where are you from?: | University of Illinois, IL |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | I could never thank you enough Michael for sharing your wonderful talent with the world. You have been a gift to us all. Someday, when my parents let me go to New York (i'm only 19), I will come to see you perform |
| Name: | Kimberly Doyle |
| Posted on: | November 18, 2002 06:56 PM |
| Where are you from?: | Naperville/ Champaign |
| Referred By: | Search Engine |
| Comments: | I have been spellbound by Mr. Crawford's voice since the seventh grade when my music class listened to the Phantom of the Opera. I am now 19 years old and attending the University of Illinois. I listen to his music from the Phantom still. It continues to brings tears to my eyes. I am so thankful for his amazing gift he has shared with me and others. I do hope someday I will be able to see him perform live. This site is wonerful. Thanks to those who have put it together and keep it running. |
| Name: | Katie Baird |
| Posted on: | November 17, 2002 11:43 PM |
| Where are you from?: | Akron,Ohio |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | Hey Michael, How are you? I'm fine I just thought I would write to you to see what you're up to. So anyways my mom is a big fan of yours so do you think you can email or write to her at this address? it's 606 Plum Street Akron,Ohio 44305 and Her email is [email protected] I would greatly appreciate it. I'm also a big fan of your so I thought I would just write and say to you. Oh yeah by the way my Mom's name is Jan Conrad. Thanks Michael, Katie Baird Akron,Ohio Age 21 |
| Name: | Sharon |
| Posted on: | November 17, 2002 04:59 PM |
| Where are you from?: | New York City |
| Referred By: | From a Friend |
| Comments: | Hi, Thought Michael was great in previews of DOTV. I may be a convert! Thought the members were so lovely it gave me the idea to do my school term paper on MCIFA as a cyber form of "communal bonding" -- meaning a new way people can form an "online community" and form friendships with others of the same interest. Would REALLY APPRECIATE HEARING about anyone's experiences with MCIFA and what they get from the "community." Hope to see you all when you come visit weekend of Nov. 22! Many thanks, folks. Sharon |
| Name: | brooke bosse |
| Posted on: | November 17, 2002 04:48 PM |
| Where are you from?: | columbus ohio |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | hey i just surfed in here i like this why too much |
| Name: | linda spencer |
| Posted on: | November 17, 2002 06:35 AM |
| Where are you from?: | England uk |
| Referred By: | Search Engine |
| Comments: | hello I just found these pages about Micheal and I never realised just how much he has done over the years .so now I am a Micheal fan too . my kids who are 7 and 9 are really into "some mothers do av em" and cant stop talking like "frank" so I had to see if I could find out more about him and this site is great I would like to keep in contct with any Micheal fans so please write ove from linda xx |
| Name: | Carol Tucci |
| Posted on: | November 11, 2002 11:53 AM |
| Where are you from?: | Woodbury,NJ USA |
| Referred By: | Search Engine |
| Comments: | Just saw Dance of the Vampires. As always, Michael, you were excellent. I recommend it to everyone. May you have a long run |
| Name: | mehar |
| Posted on: | November 11, 2002 09:38 AM |
| Where are you from?: | Malaysia |
| Referred By: | Search Engine |
| Comments: | I think Michael is one of the superb singers of our time; it truly feels like blessing to hear such a wonderful and talented singer perform. This is a wonderful website and has given me great pleasure to have had the chance to view all video clips. Thank you MCIFA, keep up the good work & hope to see more video clips in future. Wish your organisation all the best. |
| Name: | Amy Townsend |
| Posted on: | November 10, 2002 02:15 PM |
| Where are you from?: | Great Britain |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | Dear Micheal, I have the CD of the Phantom, i play it all the time. My birthday was on 5.11.02 and my mum and dad took me to see the Phantom, this is the second time i have been. I would love to join the fan club. |
| Name: | nelly |
| Posted on: | November 9, 2002 03:34 PM |
| Where are you from?: | kent uk |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | all the best, thankyou for years of entertainment |
| Name: | Cait Hynes |
| Posted on: | November 9, 2002 01:26 PM |
| Where are you from?: | NY |
| Referred By: | From a Friend |
| Comments: | Wow!!! I saw Dance of the Vampires in previews, and it was awesome!!! I can't wait to go see it again!!! |
| Name: | korina |
| Posted on: | November 9, 2002 09:09 AM |
| Where are you from?: | wiltshire |
| Referred By: | Search Engine |
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| Name: | Dena L Henney |
| Posted on: | November 9, 2002 09:08 AM |
| Where are you from?: | Ohio |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | I am doing a research paper on the Phantom of the Opera. I have seen the performance in Toronto in 1998 and will be seeing it in Jan 2003. Would love to have your feeling on the production and your experience with it. Please email me back. Thank you. DENA |
| Name: | Cara |
| Posted on: | November 7, 2002 06:03 PM |
| Where are you from?: | Upstate NY |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | WE LOVE YOU MICHAEL! I went to see Dance of the Vampires three days after preveiws began. it is now one of my new favorite shows. AWESOME!!! |
| Name: | onyebuchi-nwa-south |
| Posted on: | November 3, 2002 06:43 AM |
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| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
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| Name: | Joy Chettle |
| Posted on: | November 3, 2002 06:38 AM |
| Where are you from?: | Northamptonshire England |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | I read that Michael was hugely embarrassed at being nominated no. 17 in the Greatest Briton contest. Well he does deserve it. Not just for the joy he has given with his great voice but for all the kindness he has done for so many people and for all the magnificent work he has done for charities.Also, so much money has been raised in his name through loyal fans. You will always be our number one Michael. |
| Name: | JILL PANEBIANCO |
| Posted on: | October 25, 2002 01:44 PM |
| Where are you from?: | Northampton England |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | Hi Michael I just want to wish you all the best for DOTV. My husband and I hope to come out to see you in it next year. I am sure it will do well. I have been a hugh fan of yours since the Some Mothers days and have been lucky enough to see you and meet you many times in the days of Billy S.T.N.Y. Barnum and Phantom in London. We loved your concert in London as well. cant wait to see DOTV good luck love you lots Jill Panebianco |
| Name: | Beverley Taylor |
| Posted on: | October 24, 2002 12:28 PM |
| Where are you from?: | Cheadle in Stockport |
| Referred By: | Web Ring |
| Comments: | I have followed your career with great interest from the early days of some mothers do 'ave 'em to the present. I am delighted with your success. When my husband and I saw your cocert in Manchester in April 2000,it was good to know that NSPCC had your support.Your fame has certainly not spoiled you. It was a great evening. |
| Name: | Tim Parker |
| Posted on: | October 24, 2002 09:15 AM |
| Where are you from?: | London, England |
| Referred By: | Search Engine |
| Comments: | Michael, I'm a massive fan and just wanted to tell you that you were voted by the British public as the 17th Greatest Briton of all time! You can see for yourself on the BBC website - I'm so proud of you! I have been defending you from people who say you're not worthy of such a lofty position but they can't have gone to see Phantom 15 times like I did! Thank you! |
| Name: | Scott Rayburn |
| Posted on: | October 23, 2002 12:34 PM |
| Where are you from?: | New York City |
| Referred By: | Just Surfed On In |
| Comments: | Hi Crawford Fans! As it turns out, I have some extraordinary orchestra seats for "Dance of the Vampires" left over from a group who cancelled their trip to New York City. The date is Friday, November 22nd at 8pm. Should you happen to be in New York City, please get in touch with me. I really do need to sell these tickets, and what a WONDERFUL chance to see Michael perform! I'll be there and I can't wait!! [email protected] :) |
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