Kudos for the Homeboy

Greetings Gossip Lovers,

Well alas G Lady was unable to attend Dan Brown's private screening of "Angels and Demons" at the Music Hall this weekend. Had the red hat for the carpet ready, but just couldn't fit it in.

BUT - and this is why we refer to her as the intrepid DC; G Lady's stupendous videographer, was there, on the red carpet, snapping pics for the blog and the home-pod Portsmouth Herald, along with Gina Carbone, pop reporter + movie reviewer, who put together a super story.

There is a spectacular video by "the intrepid you-know-who" on the Herald site as well.

If you got a peek at the place, ( of course I went down for an early peek), than you know a mini, tasteful forest was create as a barrier around Chestnut St. to give the illusion of privacy. There were angels and gargoyles posted at the entrance as well.

Because I was unable to stay, I pointed the pen and pad at my pal DC and told her to spill the beans. Here's what my buddy had to report.

When asked what other notables were in the crowd, DC said "Gina Carbone." True enough folks, true enough.

How was the man of the hour? "He was great, very personable and charming."
And the crowd? "Huge. The red carpet will need to be cleaned." Did DC feel a tad star struck? "Yeah, but not as much as when I see Gossip Lady." (Yes folks G Lady is blushing; but she loves it).

Was DC impressed by anything in particular? "By the head point guy, Tim - I think that was his name. He followed through on what he said he would do and that was to bring to bring Brown over when he arrived. ... The landscaping was amazing. They brought in all these shrubs and statues. It looked great."
And a few more notes from DC: "Dan arrived early and I'm really glad that I did the same. That would have really sucked if I would have missed him. ... I wish you were standing next to me Gossip Lady, to press his flesh with your white gloves. He would have loved you!" Well DC, wish I was there too. But duty called.

But absent as I was I still have a few words on the affair - as I'm sure you expect. And that is: Dan Brown You Rock! Folks he could have had his event anywhere. But he kept it real and on the coast. Dan you ARE the man and bigger than the books you write - which of course is saying a lot. You deserve and get one of G. Lady's Gold Stars buddy.

Yours in knowing where you come from
& in the arts.
Gossip Lady

Greetings Gossip Lovers,

Lions and Students and Mimes - oh my! If you were downtown Portsmouth yesterday you likely spotted the man-beast and friends - including numerous men in fluorescent. (That orange brings just about any eye color out don't you think)?

It was a film in the making folks.

This dreary Sunday killed plans for a second day of shooting, but weather providing they'll be back in Market Square next week. Sort of a fun thing to take in on the way to a play, gallery or concert. The whole family can enjoy it for free : ) (Love that word. I mean we are from the "Live Free or Die" state after all).

Lion and company are just the latest movie crew to use the Port City. This group of filmmakers is led by writer/director/producer Ryan VanDalinda, (bottom pic on the right), a former Winnacunnet High School student, currently a senior at Keene State College.

The flick, "Fursona," is the Senior Thesis Capstone Project for 12 KSC students, all part of the florescent wearing team.

Justin Wakefield (that's him to the left, front and fluorescent) the film's assistant director says he's not sure what day they'll return next week. But he promises to call when the time is firm. And I promise to post a quick note on the blog so you can take the kids to watch the process.

Want more on yesterday's shoot. It's in today's Portsmouth Herald, (here), written by the great pop blogger herself, Gina Carbone.

Chow for now,
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