'Joni 75'

Even if you only have a passing interest in her music, you should check out the film of the concert, heldlast November to celebrate the 75th birthday of Joni Mitchell.

The film is being shown at certain cinemas as a ‘one night only ‘ show and I saw it a few days ago.

Of course, Joni doesn’t perform any more due to ill health and as with most tribute concerts, opinions will vary about different musicians interpretations of much-loved songs. But what came through for me is the strength, variety, complexity and extent of the song catalogue itself. But then I am extremely biased….I love Joni Mitchell.

Best bit for me was Diana Krall playing ‘Amelia’ and interacting with Chris Thomas on bass…beautiful.

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A Deserved Winner: 21st February 2018

Just seen 'Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri’; Martin McDonagh’s stunning film that I will definitely see again.
I know that the BAFTAS and the Oscars are usually different but this year, perhaps not. The whole cast is brilliant, and Frances McDormand is superb... Go see it if you haven’t already!

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V for Victory: 19th February 2018

Saw ‘The Darkest Hour’ at the Weekend and learned a few things:
*In 1940, everybody smoked... I think even the King’s corgi was puffing on a Capstan Full Strength.
*Gary Oldman deserves his victory at the BAFTAs
*In 1940, one stop on the District Line between St. James Park and Westminster took at least 15 minutes.
* And 'you can’t reason with a tiger when your head is in its mouth!'

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1st November 2017: Acosta Danza

Went to see Carlos Acosta’s Cuban ballet company in Brighton last week. I never go to see ballet so it was a bit of a revelation....amazing evening...so glad I went.
It consisted of five separate pieces by different choreographers. ‘Twelve’, the last piece by Jorge Crecis involves a dozen dancers throwing 2 litre plastic bottles of water around at an ever increasing pace.....you need to see it!