The Zaia Bunch – This is a photo of the artists, crew and support staff for Cirque Du Soleil’s production ZAIA at the Sands Venetian, Macau (SAR) China. I think this was taken in May 2008. I’m on the left hand side in the green shirt (thank you to Rachael for making the scary faces and hands behind me…hehe)
And just for the archives, here’s a full resolution photo you can click on if interested:
Getting in the zone inside the Cirque musician booth and ready to open ZAIA…
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p30VYoPP-b8
Montage of Heath Ledger as the Joker in Batman the Dark Knight. Also see below an interview with Heath Ledger on his experience of playing the part of the Joker. It really was a fantastic performance!
If you visit Macau be sure to check out Hac Sa Beach on Coloane. It’s a favorite with locals and tourists. Not quite as nice Huntington Beach, CA but it sure is relaxing. Many of my friends live on Coloane Island and have great views with daily access to Hac Sa. I went there the other day when work was getting stressful and it really did the trick. Also check out the famous institution of Fernando’s Restaurant – great Portuguese food right off the beach.
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Hey Scott,
My heart went out to you when I read this article. I guess it was a slow news day and they had to feed on someone. You’ll bounce back stronger than ever, I know it. Be strong, this too shall pass. (I used to live in Grove Isle when I went to University of Miami so we have a little connection there).
When the chips are down you find out who your real friends are.
http://edition.cnn.com/2008/SHOWBIZ/Music/07/21/music.scottstorchs.fall.ap/index.html
So who thinks Bruce Wayne’s accountant is gonna become The Riddler in an upcoming Batman Movie?
Received these questions via email for an “Interview with a Music Producer”. I get a lot of requests for info from students and can’t reply to all, so hope this info helps others.
Received this email today asking me what it’s like to work for Cirque Du Soleil.
Hi Mr. Askland,
I am curious to know how it is to work at Cirque? What are the hours you work as a musician? How long do you have to prepare for an audition after they choose you to be part of the show?
Please let me know.
Best regards
Daniel
Hancock starts playing July 2, 2008. Starring Will Smith – The story of a super hero that has some personal issues. Looks very funny. Check out trailers and the official Hancock movie site at http://www.sonypictures.com/movies/hancock/
For locals in Macau – it will start playing at the Macau Tower on July 3, 2008.
Update – Oops – Hancock film gets a bad review:
http://edition.cnn.com/2008/SHOWBIZ/Movies/07/01/review.hancock/index.html
Freddy Fender Song in Movie – Hey! A friend wrote me that they thought one of the songs used in the movie was interesting. I saw the movie and in one of the jail scenes heard Freddy Fender’s “Wasted Days and Wasted Nights”! That was a nice surprise. I think I played that song about a thousand times when I was touring with Freddy. RIP Freddy – we still love you and remember you!
