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Title: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 02:45:02 PM
I haven't seen this thread for this concert posted so since this concert is tonight thought I'll post it.

The concert starts at 8 Central time so we'll start the cellcert at 9 EST.

gbmifan will be there.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 07:46:20 PM
Read on Facebook Toni got a Meet and Greet again. UGH But not sure which one it is. Either PBS or OFC. She's really one of the lucky ones.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 08:57:49 PM
Well be posting the updates tonight for Marilyn. She wants to rest tonight.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 09:03:42 PM
"Word from the Genesee that their general rule is no cameras BUT if Clay okays it, they will allow cameras - no flashes of course."

I remember when he did the Christmas show there in 2007 Fran and Clandy went and said the camera police was awful. They only got a few pics of Clay that night. So hope they could talk to Clay or Jerome to allow it.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 09:05:00 PM
"Only 600 people tonight according to an usher."
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on March 04, 2011, 09:14:55 PM
Some people are missing a great concert.  I have so much respect for Clay because he did not cancel any concerts due to "numbers".  He is the real thing. 

Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 09:17:14 PM
Hey Barb. I know. Gotta love him for that. He would never let the fans down if he canceled them.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 09:18:26 PM
How close are you from where he is tonight? A few hours?
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 09:19:13 PM

Overture....

Theme from Love Story
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 09:23:30 PM
"Same new jeans, purple sweater and tie, very sticky up hair, lol, GORGEOUS!!! Voice strong, powerful."
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 09:23:57 PM
Mack The Knife
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on March 04, 2011, 09:24:44 PM
How close are you from where he is tonight? A few hours?

TIFF -  I think close to 5 hours by car!!  I toyed with that idea when I wasn't sure if I could see him or not.  Sure wish we were there tonight.  Didn't I first meet you in Merrillville where the Maniacs had pizza???
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 09:24:59 PM
"Clay looks freshly shaven."
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 09:28:48 PM
That's too bad but at least you seeing him once is better then nothing at all. Same for me on this tour too. Would had loved to seen his last show in CA next Saturday. Think that will be very special.

I heard the weather there was pretty bad tonight. A lot of rain.

Yep! We did meet the night of the JBT in Merrillville at the preparty at Uno's. That was a lot of fun. ;D
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: mimi on March 04, 2011, 09:28:51 PM
Just checking in.

Barbara & I only have 3 days until we see Clay again.  We will leave for Memphis on Sun morning.

Thanks for doing the callcert for tonight Tiffany.

Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 09:30:36 PM
Hey Marlene and welcome. Was going to ask Barb when you are flying out. Cool! You gals are lucky to see him one more time. Hope it's a lot of fun.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 09:31:36 PM
There's a Kind of Hush
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on March 04, 2011, 09:31:41 PM
Just checking in.

Barbara & I only have 3 days until we see Clay again.  We will leave for Memphis on Sun morning.

Thanks for doing the callcert for tonight Tiffany.

MARLENE !  So glad you both got to see him a few times!!  I know it will be a special night for you two! :)
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 09:32:03 PM
Moon River
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 09:34:48 PM
"Hello Waukegan!

How many are from Chicago?

We've been here so much it feels like home - 3 times this year, PBS, a little concert in October and now tonight!

When you start chanting before we come out I'm not sure what to do.

We're coming ! We're coming!

You dragged out that man. How many shows has he seen?

God bless you for coming.

Any spouses here today?"
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 09:37:08 PM
"What Kind Of Fool Am I?"
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 09:39:30 PM
"He's talking about forgetting the lyric - which he acknowledges - his speaking voice is hoarse."
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 09:43:17 PM
"OMG! He sang a couple of lines from I Survived You!"
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 09:44:09 PM

"Talking about not knowing the lyrics to 10 out of 12 songs on MOAM.

Challenging people if they know I Survived You.

Singing them off the cuff!!!"
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 09:45:11 PM

"LOL

I don't see a Juxebox up here.

Oh now that YOU asked for it, no!!! (snark)

it is 8:38 - every one shout out a song I'm NOT going to do."
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: mimi on March 04, 2011, 09:47:02 PM
It will be especially nice for Barbara since she has a OFC M&G...I'll be the one in the hallway crying..I did everything to win a M&G but it wasn't meant to be..Even bid on eBay and lost by $5.00.  No luck at all.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 09:48:48 PM
He gave them a minute and they did! Yelled out all kinds of song titles."

LOL This sounds hilarious. Hope we get clack.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 09:50:34 PM
It will be especially nice for Barbara since she has a OFC M&G...I'll be the one in the hallway crying..I did everything to win a M&G but it wasn't meant to be..Even bid on eBay and lost by $5.00.  No luck at all.

Very excited and happy for Barb. Awww {{{ M }}} I never have any luck either but never give up hope.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 09:53:25 PM
I think he should do a concert by request by fans someday. There are a lot of songs we have yet to see him sing in concert.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on March 04, 2011, 09:55:17 PM
I think he should do a concert by request by fans someday. There are a lot of songs we have yet to see him sing in concert.

That would be fantastic!!  It is surprising that he sang a bit from I Survived You!  :D
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 09:55:32 PM
Jazzy medley

"Nice reaction to the shirt tug!"
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 09:57:21 PM
Pretty cool Barb. Haven't sung that since in years since NAT tour.

Barry Manilow did that on PBS once. Fans would call in and tell him what song they want to hear.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 09:58:25 PM
"Awww, he's getting Felix's wife up for Something About Us.

Says he's miffed - wasn't invited to their wedding and he would have sung it for them.

No drums on this one- they are gonna dance.

What a guy!"

Awwww That's sweet.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 09:59:20 PM
"Clay said video will be up!!!"
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:00:09 PM

"Introducing Quiana.

Are you crying?

She was in charge of the camera. I told her to be ready to take pictures. But it will be on YouTube in a minute, right?

Quiana: that was beautiful. "
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: mimi on March 04, 2011, 10:00:48 PM
Is this the same guy that said he wasn't romantic?  I don't think so!!!
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:02:26 PM
He sure is Marlene.  :-* What a wonderful moment for Felix and his wife.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:04:06 PM
A Foggy Day in London Town (Quiana)

"Suck the life out of this ladies - you've been in 6 shows so you know what is coming next

You're lucky you're husband's with you....

What if i did something different instead?

back to talking about technology...."
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:07:30 PM
Auto tune - Teenage Dream by Katy Perry

Good song.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:08:55 PM
Suspicious Minds
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: mimi on March 04, 2011, 10:09:03 PM
I'm going to have to call it a night...Have had a very busy day.. So I will have to read the red report tomorrow.

Nite Tiffany & Barb.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on March 04, 2011, 10:10:15 PM
I'm going to have to call it a night...Have had a very busy day.. So I will have to read the red report tomorrow.

Nite Tiffany & Barb.

Good Night, MARLENE!   Sweet Dreams!  :)
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:11:37 PM
Build Me Up Buttercup
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:12:47 PM
Night Marlene. Thanks for coming in for a bit. Hope to see you tomorrow.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:13:40 PM
It's Impossible
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:14:30 PM
Misty
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on March 04, 2011, 10:15:32 PM
I hope he will give us "Buttercup" every time he tours (except if he does a Christmas tour)!  He "does it" like no other!! ;)
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:18:59 PM
It's a fun song. Love it too.

BTW Sorry you didn't get The Real Me the other night.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:23:47 PM

"Love songs

the next one makes us all sorry it's murderously slow

asked Q something and she said maybe

So we want to do it like robots.

Ok maybe not

I've done enough I'm done.

pointing to audience: you're playing guitar, you the drums, you the piano"
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on March 04, 2011, 10:24:13 PM
It's a fun song. Love it too.

BTW Sorry you didn't get The Real Me the other night.

I'm sorry, too, TIFFANY.  Would have loved Solitaire and Both Sides Now also . . . . . but - the main thing - CLAY was there and sang every song to the fullest!  There is something so special about him!!!

I know you agree!  :)
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:30:26 PM
Music genre requests for "Who's Sorry Now".

Burlesque

"Who wants to see Quiana pole dance?"

LOL
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:32:47 PM
It's a fun song. Love it too.

BTW Sorry you didn't get The Real Me the other night.

I'm sorry, too, TIFFANY.  Would have loved Solitaire and Both Sides Now also . . . . . but - the main thing - CLAY was there and sang every song to the fullest!  There is something so special about him!!!

I know you agree!  :)

Ofcourse and Special like no other. ;D Guess it was just a one time thing but you never know on another tour.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:33:21 PM
Disney Style. "LOL, sounds like a lullaby."
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:34:04 PM
Now doing - New Age!
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:35:27 PM
Loved his dance moves the other night. ;) The Funk one sounded like Get On Up from the Timeless tour.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:36:02 PM
IT'S ONLY MAKE BELIEVE!
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:36:39 PM
From the CH:

"Clay doing yoga positions during New Age!"

Oh my!
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on March 04, 2011, 10:37:03 PM
IT'S ONLY MAKE BELIEVE!

I love the way he does that song!   THUD!

ETA - Yoga moves!!  There must be CLACK!  ;D
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:37:26 PM
Can't Take My Eyes Off of You
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:38:20 PM
Not that many people like that song actually but I do too since it's upbeat.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:40:25 PM

During - "Who's Sorry Now".

Burlesque - According to CH, Clay did the pole dancing!!


Oh my god! LOL There has got to be clack on that 1st thing tomorrow. hehe
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:42:28 PM
I took a yoga class but only lasted a few weeks. Some of those moves were hard and I can't be that flexable.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on March 04, 2011, 10:43:08 PM
Pole dancing . . . . YIPERS!   He is throwing caution to the wind!  8)
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:45:35 PM
Oh yeah!
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:46:22 PM
Cry Me a River- Quiana
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:51:27 PM
Crying
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:52:44 PM
"Del picked the right joke tonight!"

"OMG someone just sent me this joke today!!!"

"A sweet grandmother telephoned St. Joseph 's Hospital, and she timidly asked, "Is it possible to speak to someone who can tell me how a patient is doing?"

The operator responded, "I'll be glad to help, dear. What's the patient's name and room number?" The grandmother in her weak tremulous voice said, "Norma Findlay , Room 302."

The operator replied, "Let me place you on hold while I check with her nurse."

After a few minutes the operator returned to the phone, "Oh, good news. Her nurse has told me that Norma is doing very well. Her blood pressure is fine; her blood work just came back as normal. And her physician, Dr. Cohen, has scheduled her to be discharged Tuesday."

The grandmother said, "Thank you. That's wonderful. I was so worried! God bless you for the good news."

The operator replied, "You're more than welcome. Is Norma your daughter?

The grandmother said, "No, I'm Norma Findlay in Room 302. No one tells me s***."
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 10:54:16 PM

Introducing the band.......

Unchained Melody...
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on March 04, 2011, 10:58:48 PM

Introducing the band.......

Unchained Melody...


I knew how much I loved "his UM" on the CD!    But - - - to hear it "LIVE" is a moment to remember!! :)
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 11:03:22 PM
Sorry the reports are coming in a little slow. I'm just following this person that posts on the OFC and she follows it on CV.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 11:05:16 PM

Introducing the band.......

Unchained Melody...


I knew how much I loved "his UM" on the CD!    But - - - to hear it "LIVE" is a moment to remember!! :)

He so OWNS that song now! The note gives you goosebumps everytime! Never forget hearing it for the 1st time at the PBS taping which was a year ago March 12th. Wow!
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on March 04, 2011, 11:06:57 PM
Sorry the reports are coming in a little slow. I'm just following this person that posts on the OFC and she follows it on CV.

TIFF -  You are doing a great job!!  Glad you are providing us with the information we want!! :)
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 11:11:16 PM
Thank you so much Barb. I don't know where she has gone. It's gotta be over by now. Have to hear about 2 more songs.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 11:12:21 PM
Do you follow the CB too? I don't go there.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on March 04, 2011, 11:14:44 PM
Once in awhile I drop in at Clack House.  I am not a member, so I don't post.  I belong to Clayversity, but rarely go there and hardly ever post.  I count on YOU to bring us news at CM.  That is so helpful!!
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 11:15:57 PM
They can't leave us hanging here. LOL Just asked if she was still there. 
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on March 04, 2011, 11:16:58 PM
They can't leave us hanging here. LOL Just asked if she was still there.

 ;D ;D

We are patient fans!! 8)
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 11:19:09 PM
Thank you. :) I never go there or CV. It's hard to follow. Marilyn does a good job too by bringing all the recaps and stuff that she finds there. Thankful that she posts all that so we wouldn't miss anything.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 11:19:37 PM
We try to be. LOL ;)
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on March 04, 2011, 11:21:04 PM
Thank you. :) I never go there or CV. It's hard to follow. Marilyn does a good job too by bringing all the recaps and stuff that she finds there. Thankful that she posts all that so we wouldn't miss anything.

You are so right, Tiffany!!  I appreciate what Marilyn brings to us.   I notice that you bring us "news" also - - and we apprciate it!
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 11:21:15 PM
OK! Her internet was down but she is back now.

I like to help as much as I can. It's fun. I'll be doing the cellcert tomorrow too. She has plans. Might be a little later then it was tonight.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Petjen on March 04, 2011, 11:22:09 PM

During - "Who's Sorry Now".

Burlesque - According to CH, Clay did the pole dancing!!


Oh my god! LOL There has got to be clack on that 1st thing tomorrow. hehe

We need that on Youtube STAT!!!!    ;D
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on March 04, 2011, 11:22:39 PM
OK! Her internet was down but she is back now.

GOOD!  :D
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 11:24:07 PM

During - "Who's Sorry Now".

Burlesque - According to CH, Clay did the pole dancing!!


Oh my god! LOL There has got to be clack on that 1st thing tomorrow. hehe

We need that on Youtube STAT!!!!    ;D

Hi Jennie. LOL I so agree.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 11:25:05 PM
"he said ...."We'll see you next time"
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 11:26:14 PM
In My Life....

Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 11:27:18 PM
Felix's wife......"Lift me up! On to the Stage!" before Something About Us was sung to them.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 11:28:42 PM

He wrapped his leg around the microphone stand during burlesque and shimmied down.... "

Whoa!
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Petjen on March 04, 2011, 11:29:22 PM
Thanks for doing the concert tonight Tiffany.  I went to the one in Cleveland and Indiana.  Both great shows.  If I could, I'd follow him every where.  But not in the stalkerish type way.   ;D
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on March 04, 2011, 11:29:30 PM
"he said ...."We'll see you next time"

I hope "next time" is soon!   

Hi Jennie!

TIFFANY - Thank you for tonight's cellcert.  I'm shutting down for tonight.  You did a GREAT job!!

I'll stop in for the Minnesota concert tomorrow night!  ;)
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Petjen on March 04, 2011, 11:30:40 PM

He wrapped his leg around the microphone stand during burlesque and shimmied down.... "

Whoa!

Where's the "thud" emoticon when you need it?  
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Petjen on March 04, 2011, 11:32:01 PM
"he said ...."We'll see you next time"

I hope "next time" is soon!   

Hi Jennie!

TIFFANY - Thank you for tonight's cellcert.  I'm shutting down for tonight.  You did a GREAT job!!

I'll stop in for the Minnesota concert tomorrow night!  ;)

Hello there.  Sorry I don't know your name.   :-\
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 11:36:08 PM
You are welcome Barb and thanks for keeping me company tonight. Great concert. CAn't wait for the clack!

WElcome Jennie. I know. Me too. If only we could get a job with him. ;)

Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 11:37:48 PM
"After the Katy Perry song he slid his hands down his jeans and wiggled a bit - "I guess just like the lyrics in the song!

I'll let you put your hands on me in your skin tight jeans.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 11:38:44 PM
We losted the smileys. Miss it too. :(
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Petjen on March 04, 2011, 11:39:38 PM
We losted the smileys. Miss it too. :(

I know.  That's the one thing I miss about the old site.  
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 11:40:54 PM
Same here.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 11:44:41 PM
I asked if there was a song he did before In My Life. I guess it was just UM before that.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 11:48:29 PM
MN's concert tomorrow will be an hour behind like tonight's. Had to google.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 11:54:15 PM
I'll be in and out for at least an another hour if I see anything else posted. Can't wait to see the clack of this concert. Sounded like a funny and sweet show.

Thanks for coming Barb and Jennie. See you tomorrow.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 04, 2011, 11:57:06 PM
I was listening to the CV stream and following along. He sang Unchained Melody talked a bit, which was quick. Didn't do the cellphone banter and went right into In My Life and then it was over.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Petjen on March 05, 2011, 12:23:10 AM
Tiffany, (I know you're probably in bed) but what is this CV stream, and where can I find it?   
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 12:56:57 AM
Jennie-I don't go to CV but I think how it works is to have to be a member to go there 1st  and someone there will let people have these keys to the vault as a way to listen to the cellstream. Think it costs some money too but not sure how much. Marilyn listens to it all the time.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 12:58:01 AM
Charity M&G report.

"He had his glasses on and UMASS sweatshirt.

He was asked if he would use Twitter and FB in his downtime. And he said no. He had considered using Twitter before the start of the tour but he has no interest it. It isn't a way for him to express himself. (OK, Wacky then stop complaining about your lack of Twitter followers.)

He said he doesn't watch the video unless something funny has happened, sometimes a couple of years later he might to see what he did.

What has been his favorite "Who's Sorry Now" genre? He enjoys the fast, upbeat ones.

Christmas tour is his favorite and Jerome's but no tours for awhile because promoters look at ticket sales, etc.

He loves the theaters in the mid-west. He loves this theater and the one in Fort Wayne.

Jerome tells every venue that they have absolutely no problem with no flash photography or video but if the venue has a different policy, they don't argue with them."
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 01:26:15 AM
From Painter3.

Where do I begin? To tell the story of how great a show can be? Seriously, that was amazing, and over too quickly. The show started late, and people were beginning to clap and some (with deep voices, men in the audience, I think ) started to chant 'Clay, Clay,Clay' when the house lights went down and Clay began to sing behind the curtain. When he finished he took a step back from the microphone and smiled, looking pleased with himself. He said they could hear the chanting from behind the curtain, but added "we don't give in to terrorist demands" and decided to make us wait so "we can keep in control."
He was wearing faded jeans, the dark blue pullover and a light colored shirt with no tie. The sweater actually fits loosely on him, he looks to be in great shape. In fact, I was struck by how many times he moved mike stands and stools around on the stage. The stools looked heavy, with metal bases and padded seats, but he picked them up with one hand without any difficulty.
His voice was spot on, though he messed up a lyric to What Kind of Fool am I. After the instrumental bit, he sang 'what kind of kiss am I' and you could tell from his expression that he knew he'd messed up. He claimed that he was distracted by the black cloth on Ben's piano.
The musical styles for Who's Sorry Now were burlesque, Russian folk, Disney and New Age. He did say that tonight's audience was the most creative in their choices. Before the burlesque, he walked over to Quiana's mike stand and raised the height of it until it was above her head. Then told the audience that she'd be pole dancing for the number. Then he wrapped one leg around his mike stand and started to shimmy up and down it while he sang. The crowd loved that.
He was funny, beautiful and sounded fantastic. The audience gave great feedback and everyone on and off the stage seemed to be having a good time. I'm glad I came.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Marilyn on March 05, 2011, 01:41:55 AM
canuck 2010

QUOTE (copingincalif @ Mar 4 2011, 10:46 PM)
Cute tweet from Felix (the drummer's ) wife


revjuju Najuma
Quote
Hubby arranged a live serenade from #ClayAiken while we danced on stage 2 our wedding song "there's something about us!" Amen


That was so precious. It was so cute when Clay said that if he'd been invited to their wedding, he would have sung it in person. At that, Felix's wife cuffed Felix on the head. it was very cute.

clay was perfection tonight. Not a note was anything but perfect, he was funny and personable and just our guy, but sitting on the stage in the same room that I was sitting. I had to pinch myself a few times to remind myself that it was real.

The "Who's Sorry Now" section was beyond hysterical, the burlesque part with both of them pole dancing and Clay shimmying down the pole, bringing the audience to the point of hysteria was unbelievable. We about died laughing and whooting.

The opening song and UM defied description in their power and beauty and Crying is show stopping. Several standing O's which were well deserved.

I am in awe of this gentle man's talent and so very grateful to have been able to witness it in real time.  
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Marilyn on March 05, 2011, 01:44:22 AM
toni7babe

Amazing concert tonight!!! So fun. Loved this one even more than Ft Wayne and I loved that one!!

The ISY banner is great, the Felix and his wife dance was so sweet and "Who's Sorry Now" Pole dancing was hysterical!!!!

Scarlett and I had a charity M&G before the concert and it was great! I recapped it on the CH cellstream and see somone typed it up and posted it at CC and it was brought over here. I will type up something in more detail when time but I am leaving for Minnesota tomorrow. It was a great M&G. I asked the question about using twitter and facebook and also about if ever watched clack after a show!


Just a wonderful night!!!! EEEEEEEE! SO FUN! And so good to see so many Cv'ers!

I have loaded alot of clack to the vault from tonight, so I am sure dancermom will get it up for you all tomorrow. Scarlett got the pole dancing, I did not....I did get ISY and Felix and his wife dancing to Something About Us and alot more.  
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 01:56:52 PM
Thanks Marilyn.

The You Tubes of Clay Pole Dancing and doing New Age to Whose Sorry Now is up. So hilarious!!!
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Petjen on March 05, 2011, 10:23:50 PM
Tiffany, when you get a chance can you post the Youtube link with Clay pole dancing?  I can't seem to find it.   :-\
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 10:26:41 PM
Ok Jennie. I will before I shut down tonight. I saw them posted on facebook and Twitter.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Petjen on March 06, 2011, 12:01:52 AM
Ok Jennie. I will before I shut down tonight. I saw them posted on facebook and Twitter.

I was able to find the video.   :)
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Marilyn on March 06, 2011, 12:40:38 AM
The following Scarlett clips from the Waukegan show are now on You Tube:

Who's Sorry Now, Burlesque style: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_QIO66jBAg

Who's Sorry Now, Russian Folk style: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7mf7lMyyv7I

Who's Sorry Now, Disney style: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8KTlTH6pdYU

Who's Sorry Now, New Age style: http://www.youtube.com/user/Wowzers4Clay#p/u/1/J_P72fdwxj0

IMO, funniest group of "Who's Sorry Now"'s in the tour so far.

Links can travel.

Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Marilyn on March 06, 2011, 12:55:05 AM
TONI7BABE

M&G RECAP Waukegan

M&G was great. It was inside the theatre and it was Scarlett and I and the other 2 charity winners and the OFC winners. Jerome came out and talked to us and gave us the rules. We talked about camera policy with him and Jerome said they tell the venues non flash photography is ok with them but they cant control if the venue has it's own policy.

Clay came out in burgandy UMASS sweatshhirt and jeans! He had glasses on and hair was not spiked yet but looked great and was kinda fluffy, not flat. He had a card with all our names and we were suppose to be sitting in the order of our names on the card, but Scarlett and I had reversed it so he ribbed us about that and made us change seats. He then came over and shook hands with everyone and asked where everyone was from.

He signed items as we asked questions. I had him sign my BB6 Playbill and he signed Sam, Love, Clay Aiken!

We were not rushed and we got to ask several questions!!!! I asked him if he would consider using twitter or facebook during downtimes to keep in touch with us sorta like his friends Kelly and Ruben do and he said no, and repeated twitter was the devil. He said he had actually thought about doing it before the tour but now was mad at himself for even thinking about it!! He said not gonna happen. He went on about not liking it for quite a bit! He said Quiana had tried to talk him into it, but nope he wasn't going too.

I asked him if he ever watched clack after the shows, and he said no unless it was something funny he wanted to see. He said though later on he will go back and watch if he is putting a tour together and wants to see something! He said he did see a clip of something from the Charolotte show that was linked on a news site and he is never going to wear that sweater he wore in Charoltte again and laughed!

He was asked about Christmas tour if he would do another and he said he loved them the best and so did Jerome but he would not be doing one this year or any other tours for awhile as well, venues and promoters look at sales and well then sorta stopped...as if to say they are poor for this tour.

He was asked if he likes the latest electronic gadgets and he said yes and that Ben was even worse than him with having to have everything and they were excited for IPAD2 and they would be in SF and needed someone to stand in line for them when it comes out and he jokingly asked if we knew anyone to do that for them?? I said: See you could tweet and ask that? He smiled!

He was asked about which "Who's Sorry Now" from tour he has liked the best and he said he likes the fun upbeat ones!

Some questions and talk about "National Inclusion Project" but I had trouble hearing that part as those questions came from folks sitting the farthest from me.

He talked about the midweast having the most beautiful venues that he loved it in Waukegan and asked me how many times he had been there. He also loved the Ft Wayne theatre.

We then took pics and he took his glasses off for pics, no one asked him too he just did. He said goodbye to us all and said we did pretty good in handling the pics portion and didn't screw up but once. He has a set way he likes it done haha! Only one place and group has gotten it right so far!

It was great and we were not rushed!

There were more questions but I just cant think of them all right now!!!
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Marilyn on March 06, 2011, 01:07:33 AM
YAKNELLE

Nether rain nor ice nor speeding semi could keep canuck and me from the Waukegan concert. Of course we left four hours early and somehow had three to kill when we got to our destination. So what did we do? We found the only restaurant that seemed to be open and had a quick dinner. Then we got in the car and called gareem and talked to her for almost an hour. Finally it was 45 minutes until show time. With my umbrella turned inside out we ran to the Genesee theatre.

The pit was filled with the regulars. I mean honest to God, we knew almost everyone. The Roman army had camp followers and Clay has us.

Clay Aiken has reached a wonderful level of being comfortable. His charming and quick demeanor surround his magnificent voice. I keep describing his voice to canuck as piercing. It enters your body and travels to your bones. I actually find myself not breathing and just feeling the sensation of his voice traveling through me.

"Where do I begin....." Good God !

The lyrics in Impossible, "Could I hold you closer to me and not feel
you going through me?" best describe the feeling of his voice to me.

Damn the man is funny and of course he knows it and controls it. He throws barbs out to the audience but it's his facial antics that makes it funny. He rolls his eyes. He drops his head. He pauses and zing, bang boom he connects. The audience roars. Quiana is the perfect foil and she gives him the grief we wish we could. She is his accomplice.

Clay adores Quiana, and no place does it show as much as when they sing "Crying." The wailing of their voices mingle and the sound is other-worldly. This is their masterpiece together.

The sensuality of "Unchained Melody" overwhelms me. He sings it with his entire body. He forces the notes, the lyrics and the emotions through his body and soul and out of his lips. I don't think I listen to this song as much as my total being is enwrapped by it. I feel it like a waves hitting the shore. Over and over the sound hits me until I finally soar out of my body with that amazing note. A tour de force or is it a force of nature?

The songs and antics fly by and I find my self wanting to slow the man down. Talk a little longer, sing another song. ...and another. Please don't stop.

But he does...

"In my life I love you more."

...and then I breathe.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Marilyn on March 06, 2011, 01:27:21 AM
AIKIM

A different Perspective

I had made plans to attend the Waukegan Show and like many purchased my ticket through the OFC...Row G and I thought not bad..wish it had been closer, but I never seem to get lucky getting those primo seats so I was happy I was as close as I was. Last week I got a note from Ldyjocelyn whom I was attending with and she asked if I wanted to upgrade to Row B Pit seats...didn't take more than a nano second to say "Yes"!

I knew we were going to be close, but I was unprepared for exactly how close we were until we sat down; literally 5 feet from the stage! I think I must have said "OMG, I can't believe how close we are" 15 times. So while were waiting I chatted with the lady next to me who turned out to be alisfan and met some CH'ers who were in the row ahead of us. I have never been so antsy in my life for a show to start..I was bouncing my seat and of course we started late.

Finally the lights went down; the overture began and soon Clay was going to be right in front of me! The curtains parted and there he was...I think the fog pretty much descended at that moment, because for the rest of the show I just watched him. He sang beautifully as always...but he favored the side of the stage we were on and pretty much was directly in front of us every time he sat down. I just sat there with my mouth open just watching him..his facial expressions, the way he handled the mic, the way he sat..taking in every moment as he crafted each song. And it is a craft..he doesn't just sing a song...it is a concerto with his whole body..I was mesmerized.

My favorite song on the whole CD is "What Kind of Fool Am I" and he sang that right in front of me...I was in hog heaven, swaying and mouthing the words along with him. That will probably be my favorite moment in my whole fandom...I think I pretty much tuned out everyone around us and it was just the two of us and that song.

In between the songs he was funny and chatty; striding back and forth on the stage; connecting with the audience.

I call BS on his assertion that he is not romantic...the man is totally a romantic and proved it last night with his serenade of Something About Us to Felix and his wife...the sweetest thing ever and at the end he went and gave them each a hug.

Unchained Melody...again I spent most of the time watching his hands on the mic stand and how he used his whole body to convey the sentiment of the song...he really is a master at that...he really becomes the song...he just doesn't sing it.

In My Life was like a sweet lullaby to end the show..heartfelt and tender and when he got up, put the mic on the chair, said "goodnight" (off mic) and turned and left...it was perfect. The spotlight stayed on the chair with mic for a bit and we sort of hoped he would come back, but knew he would not.

The set was shortened, possibly because it began late and they had time constrictions...no Both Side Now...he did not do Breaking Up Is Hard To Do or You Don't Have to say you love me...but we got other things:

Something About Us and The Dance

Trying to remember I Survived You

Who's Sorry Now..he said we were the most creative and I think we were. I think it is my voice you here in the video shouting out Burlesque...I was so tickled that he did it...my first choice was actually Gregorian Chant but that had been taken...so in trying to come up with something that hadn't been done...I thought of Burlesque...now if only he had taken his sweater off, LOL!

It was a wonderful evening...small crowd so it was truly intimate...and for me, probably being the last time I see Clay for a while...an absolute high note.

So thank you Clay for giving me a night I will remember for a long time.

Kim  
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Marilyn on March 06, 2011, 01:44:06 AM
The following additional Scarlett clips from Waukegan were uploaded to my You Tube channel last night and this morning:

Jazzy Medley: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4br8OjjxZ_Q

"Something About Us" with Felix & wife: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xBmLzz55PSk

UM (best of tour, IMO): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rqeqhi3Ow_s

"Something About Us" & UM, Waukegan have also been uploaded to Scarlett's channel: http://youtube.com/gingerscarlett.

Other Scarlett clips from Waukegan at Scarlett's channel are:

Crying: http://www.youtube.com/user/gingerscarlett#p/u/3/Kma2nGLfyRg

Where Do I Begin: http://www.youtube.com/user/gingerscarlett#p/u/1/MrlK7U0Zptw

Links can travel.
Title: Re: WAUKEGAN, IL GENESEE THEATER 03/04/2011
Post by: Marilyn on March 08, 2011, 12:47:51 PM
dhl777

My M&G in Waukegan was great. Clay came out and sat on the stage and talked to us for a few minutes, and then came down to shake our hands and ask where we were from. I said from the state of the Super Bowl champs. His reply, "I have no idea who that is." When he is watching CNN, I guess he turns down the volume when the sports is on..lol!

He looked really nice and trim. His hair was not spiked yet, and he had some cool glasses on.

My 1st question was if he was into all the latest electronic gizmos. He said oh yes, just ask Mary, but that he wasn't as bad as Ben. He was waiting for the new ipad2 to come out this Fri when they were in SF.

My 2nd question was about forgetting the lyrics during the show, and about what percentage. He then mentioned that during the show. So glad I could provide him with some material for the show..ha!

He gave us the instructions for lining up for our pictures. At that time he said only Cincinnati M&G had done it correctly. Well he told us our group did it wrong too, so Cincy was still the only one.

Hoping to get the picture soon, and that my eyes were open.

On to MN, where I was in the musical chairs row next to Jaysue. I had heard from someone that some thought that I refused to move. So not true. It is true that I was really focused(no pun intended) on shooting video and was not expecting to be asked to move, and never heard that we were to move, and neither did Sue. Clack is most important of course!! The usher really did not do a good job of letting the whole row know, so I am sorry for people, including myself where our clack was lost for that song.

goldarngirl has my videos to put up sooon! I apologize in advance for any shaky video, I will just blame it on the ushers!