Dark Monday - RIP Lynn Redgrave

Top: Lynn Redgrave with sister Vanessa; Bottom: Lynn with costar Oscar Isaac in 'Grace' at the Lucille Lortel Theater.

Lynn Redgrave passed away yesterday in her home. She had fought a long batter with breast cancer. She had a long a prolific career, working on the stage on Broadway, off-Broadway, and in regional theater. She had an amazing comic sense, with great timing. She was best known, however, for her work on television and in the movies, including a breakout performance in the 1966 movie, Georgy Girl. With the role, she received her first Academy Award nomination.



She also appeared often with the Muppets, including this delightful song with Kermit, I Still Love You.



More recently, she appeared in the 1998 movie, Gods & Monsters. It was an LGBT-themed movie, and she was excellent, opposite the amazing Ian McKellen and the beautiful Brendan Fraser. She received an Academy Award nomination.



For her final curtain call I return to the Muppet Show, and offer her a standing ovation.

Musical Muppets

In 1969, Jim Henson was a man with some fabric, faux fur, and a dream. But his puppets made an appearance on the PBS show Sesame Street, and success never seemed far away. From that show, to The Muppet Show, to the Muppet Movie, people found the creatures enchanting, from lovable Kermit the Frog to diva-licious Miss Piggy.



The creations of Henson, named because of their hybrid nature of marionettes and puppets, have gone on bravely despite the passing of their creator in 1990. The company carried on with the support of his family until it was sold to Disney in 2004. There is talk of a new Muppet Movie, which is sure to offer up some chances for some great new music. I remember the first song I really remember a Muppet singing, Kermit the Frog's beautiful and haunting It's Not Easy Being Green.



There have been some fun moments, too. Enjoy them!

Bohemian Rhapsody


Ode To Joy


Classical Chicken