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Masterclass Holiday Monday: Gene Kelly And Donald O’Connor Dance Medley


Below is an absolutely splendid video, showcasing once and for all the genius of Gene Kelly as he performs an impeccable dance routine to “Ballin’ The Jack”. He is then joined by another flawless dancer, Donald O’Connor, for a sit-down dance routine. Yes, a sit-down dance routine. Recorded on a Gene Kelly TV special broadcast […]

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Masterclass Discussion Of Season Six America’s Got Talent: The Semi-Finals Part Two


Tonight, the second group of semi-finalists will strut their stuff in an effort to gain entry into next week’s Top 10 show. There are some strong frontrunners in this Group of 12, including singers Landau Eugene Murphy Jr. and Anna Graceman, magician Landon Swank, innovative dancing act Silhouettes and the incredible gymnastic ability of Gymkana. […]

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Masterclass Monday: Gene Kelly’s Performance Of Singing In The Rain


It is very fitting that the first three letters in Gene Kelly’s name mirror the first three letters in the word “genius”. Because, yes indeed, his performance of “Singing In The Rain” was pure, unbridled genius. Choreographed by Gene himself, he captured the emotion of the moment so very well through his expansive body language […]

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Masterclass Monday: Good Morning via Donald O’Connor, Debbie Reynolds And Gene Kelly


Look at the vibrancy and precision of this collaborative performance featuring Donald O’Connor, Debbie Reynolds and Gene Kelly as they performed “Good Morning” from the classic film, “Singing In The Rain”. They flawlessly combined dancing elements of tap, modern and ballet to create this memorable number. Debbie Reynolds was only 19-years-old in this film and […]

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American Idol Season 10 Tour In Nashville, TN

Review: American Idol Season Ten Live Tour In Bridgestone Arena, Nashville, TN


By Gene Wilkey My wife, Kathy, and I traveled to Nashville on Friday to see the AE10 concert. As it turned out, Friday’s entertainment was almost as good as Saturday’s. I will touch on that later, but first I would like to tell you about the big show. I will call this more of a […]

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Masterclass Discussion For Season Six America’s Got Talent: The Semi-Finals


This is it! We are coming down to the wire. This evening, twelve of the twenty-four acts will be featured in the first semi-final show. The talent is incredible this year on America’s Got Talent- very diverse and very professional. Being featured in this first show are Zuma Zuma, teen pop group extraordinaire Poplyfe, singer/composer […]

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Masterclass Monday: Dancer Vera Ellen Partnering With Danny Kaye In White Christmas


Vera-Ellen was never given enough credit for her phenomenal gift of dance during her all too brief film career. I could watch her performances in White Christmas over and over, again and again! Her timing, her grace, her poise and singular charisma are exceptional and cannot be cloned. She stands alone and, for this reason, […]

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Masterclass Monday: A Brilliant Mash-Up Of America’s Got Talent’s Fighting Gravity And Team iLuminate


This video mash-up of America’s Got Talent’s Season 5 and 6 discoveries, Fighting Gravity and Team iLuminate respectively, is beyond brilliant. Somewhere, an innovative videographer by the name of SevenDeuce 72 is working incognito and needs to be discovered and hired by a film and animation company.

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CNN’s Anderson Cooper Laughs Hysterically Over The Gerard Depardieu Peeing Incident


This clip is all sorts of brilliance. Who would have thought? And then, to find an appropriate category or tag. Somehow, a “peeing” tag would question the credibility of this blog. I was laughing along with Anderson Cooper and his witty pee puns. Enjoy!

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Masterclass Discussion for America’s Got Talent Wild Card Show


On tonight’s show, twelve acts will gain the opportunity to move deeper into this competition on America’s Got Talent. To date, it is a very talented, diverse line-up and it’s anyone’s guess who will ultimately win the million dollar prize. However, one thing is certain, many superstars will be born this year and I will […]

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Jackie Evancho, David Foster and Friends

Masterclass Discussion For America’s Got Talent YouTube Discoveries


Tonight we finally get to see and hear the YouTube talent discovered by the Season Six America’s Got Talent Team. So, there are still some valuable hidden gems out there. Remember, this time last year, we witnessed the beginning of Jackie Evancho’s career. She was Season Five’s YouTube discovery and sang her way to the […]

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David Archuleta And The Morman Tabernacle Choir Release Multiple Music Products For Christmas

David Archuleta And The Morman Tabernacle Choir Release Multiple Music Products For Christmas


Christmas 2011 just gets better and better, doesn’t it? In addition to Michael Buble’s Christmas special and new Christmas CD news, we also will be treated to the glorious voice of David Archuleta in company with the world-renowned Mormon Tabernacle Choir this Christmas. In September, a CD, an HD DVD and a Blue-Ray Disc will […]

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Masterclass Monday: America’s Got Talent Landau Eugene Murphy Jr. Channels Frank Sinatra


This season on America’s Got Talent, there is a precious vocal gem named Landau Eugene Murphy Jr. And nobody brings a smile to my face like this extraordinary vocalist. The iconic sound of Frank Sinatra pouring from Landau’s singing voice is a surreal, yet very special experience to see and hear. This video, although disjointed […]

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Howie Mandel, Sharon Osbourne, Piers Morgan and Nick Cannon from America's Got Talent

Masterclass Discussion For America’s Got Talent Quarter-Finalists: Round Four


Tonight’s show will feature the final group of 12 acts from the Top 48. So far, this show, with a few exceptions, has failed to disappoint. There is some serious star power happening this year on America’s Got Talent One of my favorite acts this year is Illuminate and they will most assuredly light up […]

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Masterclass Discussion For America’s Got Talent Quarter-Finalists:Round Three


Are you ready to watch the best show on television this summer? Of course, I am talking about America’s Got Talent. I can’t think of a better way to relax in the late evening than to treat myself to a decaf, some popcorn and two hours of live AGT entertainment. Have you picked your favorites […]

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Masterclass Discussion for America’s Got Talent Quarter-Finalists: Round Two


Hello hello, everyone! This is a rushed entry for tonight’s show. I have no idea who is in the second group of performers. Why is there so little information on the AGT website about this? It’s puzzling. At any rate, I know we are in for a wonderful show once again. The talent is ridiculously […]

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X-Factor USA Promotional Video


So, what do y’all think? Simon is a master at producing shows, isn’t he? And building drama and suspense. I never did like that song. Watch the video, you’ll know what I mean.

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America's Got Talent Judges: Piers Morgan, Sharon Osbourne and Howie Mandel

Masterclass Discussion for America’s Got Talent Quarter-Finalists: Round One


Hello hello, everyone! I have been enjoying the summer and the endless stream of visitors who inevitably land on my doorstep at this wonderful time of year. Therefore, I apologize for the lack of updates here in the MCL community. However, I am looking forward to the first America’s Got Talent Season 6 live show […]

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The Voice’s Dia Frampton Is Like The Little Engine That Could


Is Dia Frampton’s quiet rise to popularity due to her Little Engine That Could positive spirit and quiet determination ? No one can deny her expressive and innovative vocal talent. However, there is something undeniably mesmerizing about Dia. I think Simon Cowell would attribute her success to the fact that she embodies that intangible quality […]

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Dia Frampton, The Voice

Vocal Masterclass Discussion For The Voice Season One Live Finale Show


Tonight’s two-hour performance show is jam-packed with star power on the peacock channel. NBC! However, at the center, is the sing-off between the final four comprised of Dia Frampton, Javier Colon, Vicci Martinez and Beverley McClellan. My money is on Dia. She has been charting consistently high on iTunes and seems to be a favorite […]

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