Her brother Laurie remembers how she was entrusted by John-Michael Tebelak and Stephen Schwartz with protecting and maintaining the soul of Godspell as she directed productions. I just thought of this: It could be that the tanks represent the otherwise-unseen might of the Roman Empire, and the fury they would bring to bear upon Israel if Jesus were to be crowned King of the Jews. Now, lets talk about Victor Garbers Jesus in. Secondly, the cast of Godspell occasionally uses the heightened language of the Gospel. Although he had started out acting and sometimes directed, his primary role was as a producer or manager, often in partnership with Edgar Lansbury. "We Beseech Thee" cry the goats, begging for mercy. Upon dying, Lazarus is rewarded with Heaven, while the rich man is in Hell. [20] Howard Shore played saxophone for this production. Godspell Overview - The BEST Broadway source for Godspell tickets and Godspell information, photos and videos. Bible Films Blog: Godspell. Youll want to read the Foreword by Stephen Schwartz in which he shares his personal recollections. Godspell opened in Maseru, Lesotho in 1973 and ran for five months. They often make references to vaudeville shtick. Directed by David Greene with stars Victor Garber as Jesus and David Haskell as Judas/John the Baptist, the film is set in an empty modern-day New York City. anachronistic props, costumes, etc. Any last points to make about Judas, Peter? [12] This version was performed at Carnegie Mellon in 1970 by students from Carnegie Mellon's Theatre Department. These are the names the characters are referred to in the licensing of the show.[7]. READ MORE: The Godspell Experienceoffers a full chapter on the movie, as well colorful behind-the-scenes stories on the show. John instead asks to be baptized by Jesus. And its interesting to me that in both movies elevate Judas to such prominence (in one of his numbers in, , Judas describes himself--perhaps vainly?--as the right hand man of Jesus), against such characters as, say, Peter (who has but a a few lines in, is so unconcerned with holding up Jesus and Judas competing ideologies. They don't spin. The 2011 revival retains Galilei, Hubbard, and Williamson, but restores Gibbon and replaces da Vinci with Georg Hegel. Presented By Theatre of Gadsden. In the decades following the film's release, many directors have chosen to use the lyrics from the original film version, sometimes to replace the "Day by Day" reprise, "Tower of Babble", like the prologue, or adding it the end of the musical as an additional scene depicting the Resurrection. However, when the 2020 Little Falls Summer Musical trudged forward amidst the COVID-19 pandemic to present "Godspell," he jumped at the opportunity to create something unique. She was in Lampoon, a George Schlatter TV pilot, and hundreds of television commercials. [4], Ruhlmann describes Schwartz as being "better able to realize the score's pop tendencies than he had on the cast album this was a less complete version of the score, but it was much better performed and produced, making this a rare instance in which the soundtrack album is better than the original cast album.[4], The film was entered into the 1973 Cannes Film Festival. I found it tonally out of place, more fit for a production of, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, but I think I see what you mean. (funeral procession), Bethesda Fountain, Central Park, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA It's a secret!"). Since then, she has enjoyed a varied career in theater, publishing, television, film and recordings. 14 August 1972 - October 1972 Production Dates. [26] The 2011 cast recording was released digitally on December 20, 2011, and in stores on January 31, 2012. I think Im stealing this point from a prior conversation I had with you, but I wish, would have done more with this interesting idea. So Ill just start the discussion with some general comments about each movies answer to that challenge. The only taste of any of that we get in. They assemble for the Last Supper and Jesus tells them that one of them will betray him. Site created by Stephen Schwartz biographer, author Carol de Giere. The 1972-1973 Chicago production played at the Studebaker Theatre, with a cast of Richard Gilliland (Jesus), Joe Mantegna (Judas), JoAnn Brown-El, Sammy Chester, Karla DeVito, Carol McGill, Jim Parks, Tricia Smith, Dan Stone, and Fran Uditsky. In his first parable, Jesus explains that he has come "not to abolish the law and the prophets, but to complete." A film version of the musical was released in 1973, set in modern New York and featuring Victor Garber (from the first Canadian cast) as Jesus, David Haskell (from the original cast) as John the Baptist/Judas, and Lynne Thigpen. He is married to fellow artist Louise Peabody, and they have a home in the Hamptons as well as an apartment in New York City. I predict you may disagree with what I am about to say here, but that hasnt stopped me from talking before (just ask my enemies). One possibility I entertained is that Judas is having a vision of a future Middle East full of conflict that he thinks Jesus may in some way be responsible for (his vision is the proximate cause of his decision to betray Jesus to the high priests), though thats reaching. The film stars David Haskell as Judas/John the Baptist and Victor Garber as Jesus. Besides the Schwartz connection to the project, another fact generally overlooked is Tebelak's Cleveland connection. s anachronisms dont bother me that much, except for the jets and tanks. Original title: Godspell: A Musical Based on the Gospel According to St. Matthew. 2016 production of Godspell in Brazil opened at Teatro das Artes , directed by Dagoberto Feliz. I hear theyve been a little starved for new material lately. Godspell (also known as Godspell: A Musical Based on the Gospel According to St. Matthew) is the 1973 film adaptation of the Off-Broadway musical Godspell created by John-Michael Tebelak. Strictly speaking, Godspell is not a presentation of the life of Jesus or of . This production featured Leonardo Miggiorin, Beto Sargentelli, Gabriela Medvedovski, Matheus Severo, Artur Volpi, Juliana Peppi, Rafael Pucca, Nathlia Borges, Mariana Nunes, Fernanda Cascardo, Pri Esteves, Pedro Navarro e Adler Henrique. The musical is based loosely on the Gospel of Matthew from the Christian Bible, and some from the Gospel of Luke. Feature on how Godspell was filmed, including lots of original footage, and interviews with David Greene and John-Michael Tebelak. [1], Several cast albums have been released over the years. All rights reserved. During one summer performance of Godspell, a talent agent came to the show and afterward gave her his card. Though, come to think of it, Judas does bring a police escort with him to the Crucifixion. Jesus thanks the audience for coming and announces a 10-minute intermission. Several members of the cast then begin to question Jesus's authority, and he responds with yet another parable. serve. I think these things may simply be of less importance to. On the side, she responded to an ad from a company hiring actors as private investigators. (Parable of the Prodigal Son), Empire Diner, 210 10th Avenue, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA s central conceit conveys the way the disciples would have been perceived by the society against which they rebelled. It was created by John-Michael Tebelak, who wrote it as his master's thesis at Carnegie Mellon University, but after its (successful) debut, its producers hired an up-and-coming composer named Stephen . [25] The production featured Hunter Parrish, Wallace Smith, Anna Maria Perez de Tagle, Celisse Henderson, Telly Leung, George Salazar, Morgan James, Uzo Aduba, Nick Blaemire, and Lindsay Mendez, and was directed by Daniel Goldstein, choreographed by Christopher Gattelli, and produced by Ken Davenport. This unlikely theater piece began its life as a master's thesis project at . Dating for everyone is here: Link 1 Direct sexchat: Link 2 OT All right, Peter. That being said, I think Jesus characterization in. In one of the lighter moments in the second act, Jesus tells how he will separate men as a shepherd separates his flock into sheep and goats. See, Manzano is also a public speaker. He says: "God will reward a good deed done in secret" ("Shhh! The fountain baptism showed, at its lively best. The cast removes Jesus from the fence and carries him out, either offstage or through the aisles. Host virtual events and webinars to increase engagement and generate leads. He then beckons them to "Prepare Ye, The Way of the Lord!" I agree that Garbers performance is more involved, though Id suggest Neelys Jesus maintains a deliberate distance from his disciples, given the inner crisis he undergoes in his final days. The "Finale" begins, loud and in B-minor, with Jesus wailing, "Oh, God, I'm bleeding," and the community answers: "Oh, God, You're bleeding." The lyricist for By My Side, Jay Hamburger has been acting, directing, and producing shows in the United States and Canada since his graduation from Carnegie Mellon University. In response, John the Baptist enters blowing a shofar to call the community to order. SYNOPSIS: The Gospel According to St. Matthew is presented in a series of skits and songs, with Jesus and his . Notably, in "All Good Gifts", whereas Lamar Alford had used a dramatic tenor voice, Merrell Jackson uses a lighter voice and falsetto for the high ornament, which creates a joyous effect. We need more musical films! Today has problems of its own.". She lives in southern California. ? Judas is worried about Israel as a political entity. [3] In the original script, licensed through Theatre Maximus, the "Christ" character and the "John" and "Judas" role are assigned the names of the original performers, Stephen and David. TheRevolutionOfEvelynSerrano.com and www.soniamanzano.com. Stories and numbers are performed in places such as Lincoln Center, Central Park, and the (still under construction) World Trade Center. Meanwhile I found. Fans of Jesus will be glad to hear it. which enjoyed long runs in New York and Los Angeles, respectively. It is a film adaptation of the 1971 Off-Broadway musical Godspell (in turn based on the Gospel of Matthew), created by John-Michael Tebelak with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz. They then act out the Parable of the Unforgiving Servant a story of a master and a servant who owes him a debt. She lives in southern California. The show was rescored for an off-Broadway production, which opened on May 17, 1971, and became a long-running success. ", Jesus teaches that no man can serve two masters (God and money). Producer Edgar Lansbury realized that the intimacy of theater couldn't be translated to the film medium, and therefore the movie makers needed a unique concept. 'Jesus Christ Superstar' vs. 'Godspell' - A Conver Jesus (Ted Neely) with Mary Magdalene (Yvonne Elliman) in. The cast sings "Light of the World" about Christ's Light and how it shines in each person. I was particularly moved by the use of Bethsaida Fountain (recently used in "Angels in America"), and the visual reference to the Statue of Liberty during the line "you are the light of the world." These disciples then proceed to form a roving acting troupe that enacts Jesus's parables through the streets of New York. He tells them the parable of the Widow and the Judge, demonstrating that God is a just jurist who will support those who cry out to him. The show opens with God's voice, as spoken by Jesus, declaring his supremacy: "My name is Known: God and King. Godspell -- (Movie Clip) Save The People Starting in the fountain with David Haskell ("The Baptist"), Victor Garber (as "Victor" and "Jesus") leads the cast in an upbeat hippie number in the film version of the Stephen Schwartz/John-Michael Tebelak musical Godspell, 1973. Godspell. But the creed being . I came to both films during my church confirmation class in ninth grade, and revisiting both has opened my eyes to my own changing tastes. Right out of Godspell, Stephen Nathan was cast in the movie version of 1776 as the courier. [5], In the revised script used for the 2011 Broadway revival, the names of the cast are again assigned to the non-Biblical roles: Nick, Telly, George, Anna Maria, Lindsay, Uzo, Morgan, and Celisse. Yet I tell you - Solomon in all his splendor was not attired like one of these. Listen to recent interviews with composer Stephen Schwartz, producer Edgar Lansbury, and cast members Robin Lamont, Katie Hanley, and Jerry Sroka. The cast then enters and takes the roles of various philosophers who sing their philosophies, first alone, then in cacophonous counterpoint ("Prologue: Tower of Babble"). [33], Though Godspell was a successful production, much like Jesus Christ Superstar, that began to break down the barriers between rock and roll and Christianity, it was regarded with suspicion by the mainstream evangelical culture because it did not emphasize the religious doctrines of resurrection and atonement. Starring: Jeff Daniels, Michelle Dockery, Jack O'Connell. Godspell (1973) by. (Prepare Ye), Brooklyn Bridge, New York City, New York, USA Godspell moved onto Broadway where it ran for 2,124 performances. But 1973 did yield one film, "Godspell," that shares some interesting thematic territory with two of this summer's big Hollywood whammies, "Superman Returns" and "World Trade Center." Don't miss the special bonus material on the Blu-ray release of the historic 1973 Godspell movie. "Tower of Babble," the show's opening number, is often omitted by many productions. A filmed version was made, and hundreds of professional and amateur productions of the show have been done. [16] The band included Jesse Cutler on guitar and bass, Richard LaBonte on bass, Stephen Reinhardt on keyboards, and Ricky Shutter on drums and percussion. Hes equal parts quirky and profound, full of energy, hopping around, etc. Upon revisiting it I found it a much less compelling watch, especially compared to the deep connections evident between the lead characters in, . In the song, Jesus blesses each member the cast. Set in modern New York City, it was filmed in New York from August to November 1972. I think, might have benefitted from giving its Jesus and Judas a moment to breathe, like. Schwartz has made a note of this in the script, saying: Over the years, there has been comment from some about the lack of an apparent Resurrection in the show. s empty NYC was meant to emphasize that the disciples former lives were far behind them. Matt Page. The show is structured as a series of parables, primarily based on the Gospel of Matthew, interspersed with music mostly set to lyrics from traditional hymns, with the passion of Christ appearing briefly near the end. Godspell: Directed by David Greene. After an enthusiastic response from the audience, the scheduled run at the Royal Alexandra ended and the show moved uptown to the Bayview Playhouse in Leaside. Green, Stanley. Jesus explains to the cast that those who adhere to the law of God will earn the highest place in the Kingdom of Heaven. Thus, the music preserves an elevated, symbolic dimension of the Gospel story. ;-), I think I read somewhere that another purpose of the empty New York of. First, the "Godspell" performers were dressed in the psychedelic hippie costumes from the Off-Broadway show that were later recycled for the film. Jesus explains the need to "love your enemies" and "not make a show of religion before men". Letter by David Greene to, Last edited on 14 November 2022, at 17:31, "Godspell (1973) The Gospel According to 'Godspell' Comes to Screen", "Overview: 'Godspell: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack', https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Godspell_(film)&oldid=1121883547, "Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord" - John the Baptist, "Light of the World" - Jerry, Gilmer, Jeffrey, Robin, This page was last edited on 14 November 2022, at 17:31. He does a good deal of noble standing around, which is fine, but Im all about the moments when Neely shows us the inner anguish of Jesus with the assistance of his impressive vocal range. Instead of the standard opening to the show, which features the song, "Tower of Babble," the actors of the show shared how their lives were uniquely impacted by the pandemic. It transferred to the Promenade Theatre three months later, and closed on June 13, 1976, after 2,124 performances at the Promenade. Jesus: Consider the lilies of the field. Circle in the Square Theatre. Apropos of nothing in particular, I invited my friend, theater and musical expert Peter Kistler (who once directed a production of Godspell), to have a live conversation with me to compare and contrast the two movies. Jesus says: "Let the one of you who is faultless cast the first stone." Locations include the following: Vocally, the chorus is very much in the same style, but solo parts are, at times, more lyrical. McCormick was cast in the Godspell film and continued performing with the stage production off and on in New York City for a number of years. Jesus then announces his presence and says that he also wishes to be baptized. (Save the People), Sheep Meadow, Central Park, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA Among her other directing credits are the musicals Just Once and Is It Just Me, Or Is It Hot In Here? Each character is also assigned a few character traits. ending with Judas: "Rabbi can you mean me?" ). Has no one condemned you?" This omission was for marketing purposes and was not meant to diminish the importance of the number, as Stephen Schwartz has repeatedly stated. makes the story feel more real to me because it emphasizes all of the players in the tragedy are human, especially Jesus. , though, is that it uses its dramatic format to give each of the key players in the passion story a voice--something that we didnt get to see in the original scripture. John-Michael Tebelak is credited as co-writer of . Watch cast members splash their version of a baptism in the Bethesda Fountain in Central Park while singing Prepare Ye. They sing All for the Best on top of one of the not-yet-finished World Trade Center towers. Directed by David Greene with stars Victor Garber (in his film debut) as Jesus and David Haskell as Judas/John the Baptist, the film is set in contemporary New York City. and baptizes the cast ("Prepare Ye"). With the exception of LaBonte, they all returned to the Promenade in January 1972. It was directed by Don Scardino, with Steven M. Alper as musical director and Doug Besterman as assistant musical director, and with new musical arrangements by Steven M. Alper and Doug Besterman. Id have to go with the cliche choice of , Meanwhile, Heaven On Their Minds, the opening number of Judas from. Filmed in late 1972, this production fleshes out the stories of each of the cast members a little bit, showing them going on about their lives in Manhattan. Now, if you dont mind, Id like to address some of the intentional metafictional/anachronistic conceits of each film. Past that point in the film, Judas seems already on the path to betrayal and were never quite shown a moment in which he decides to do this. An adaption of the musical, in a modern-day song-and-dance recreation of the Gospel of St. Matthew. Dating for everyone is here: Link 1 Direct sexchat: Link 2 SE . [15] This production was directed by Tebelak, and the original cast included Lamar Alford, Peggy Gordon, David Haskell, Joanne Jonas, Robin Lamont, Sonia Manzano, Gilmer McCormick, Jeffrey Mylett, Stephen Nathan, and Herb Braha (Simon). The structure of the musical is, in large part, retained: a series of parables from the Gospel of Matthew, interspersed with musical numbers. Tebelak, John-Michael, and Stephen Schwartz. As a result, Godspell toured South Africa for two years and opened doors to all races on both sides of the footlights. Past month; See the blog post:Remembering Lamar Alford, David Haskell, and Jeffrey Mylett. But almost two years later, the map feels strikingly appropriate for the COVID era: As the real city shut down, the imaginary version from the movies helped keep the spirit of New York alive. The end credits include an infinity frames effect. What appeals most to me about. The song "Beautiful City" was written for and first included in the film. Godspell is a musical rendition of the Christian Gospelprimarily the book of Matthew but also some selections from Luke and one from Johnwith a contemporary soundtrack and aesthetic. Godspell became the first live show to be approved by the Actors' Equity Association during the COVID-19 pandemic. The 1971 musical "Godspell," which was being reincarnated by the Berkshire Theater Group, is based on parables from the New Testament, and its leading man is named Jesus. It seems as though Judas concerns tend to fall through the cracks in the moment of whatever parable is being told. Another possibility is that the crew managed to secure the participation of some military force for the movie (perhaps Israels? I think the script and Ted Neeleys performance complement each other nicely to that end. An original cast member in the 1971 productions of Godspell at La MaMa and Cherry Lane, Braha had continued performing in Godspell for over a year and was then successful in getting work in television and motion pictures. There has also been some controversy or confusion over Godspell's lack of a resurrection scene. Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. I personally am willing to accept that, say, a particular scene didnt take place in any of the Gospels (and the only one of these Im aware of is The Jaded Mandarin, which was written for this film version), if it fleshes out some of the characters. Now, to begin our conversation about these two Jesus movies, I think we should start by talking about Jesus. adapted to film by directors David Greene and John-Michael Tebelak, retells the gospel of St. Matthew as it might happen in late-1960s Manhattan, as John . I think that make sense. Melbourne played 504 performances and Sydney played 507 before the two companies went on tour, performing another 700 shows.[17]. (Day by Day), Bethesda Fountain, 72 Terrace Dr, New York, NY, United States. The master, hearing this, then condemns the servant to prison. www.stephenschwartz.com official site Tebelak is credited as co-writer of the screenplay and served as the creative consultant, although director David Greene said Tebelak did not write the screenplay.[2][3]. In the original production, the cast joined the audience for wine and bread. Record Label: Arista. upfrom!thedead!and!then!their!rejoicing(donebeautifully,!I!might!add)!at!theend!is!understood.!!I! The Godspell Movie. The opening scene of each one throwing away the vestments of their previous lives is always invigorating to me, and perfectly encompasses what Jesus said all his followers must do to truly follow him. But I like both movies, of course, though for different reasons. Upcoming projects include the poignant comedy The Pertinacity of Love, a play slated for Broadway, and the eccentric comedy Bad Miracle, Gordons film that won the New York Independent Film & Video Festivals Best Screenplay award. A sixteen second film of a busy street is shown, and then the right and bottom of the frame is frozen in a sideways capital L. This then becomes the frame for the next iteration of the film, which in turn leaves its right and bottom edges as a frame for the next film. In the original productions, the philosophers were Socrates (Jeffrey Mylett), Thomas Aquinas (Peggy Gordon), Martin Luther (Lamar Alford), Leonardo da Vinci (Gilmer McCormick), Edward Gibbon (Sonia Manzano), Jean-Paul Sartre (Joanne Jonas), Friedrich Nietzsche (Robin Lamont), and Buckminster Fuller (Herb Braha). Viewing them both in such proximity, I came away from, feeling, strangely, that it was a more authentic representation of its source text, despite its dramatic differences in setting, characters, etc. There they meet Jesus (Victor Garber). I enjoyed both of those sequences as well. . Im glad this comparison provided enough substance for us to examine in depth. 2. She appeared in Candide as the old lady and Death of Salesman with George C. Scott, and other shows. The Toronto production launched the careers of many actors, including Victor Garber, Eugene Levy, Andrea Martin, Gilda Radner, Dave Thomas, and Martin Short, as well as the show's musical director, Paul Shaffer. By this point in the musical, the group has transformed from a rag-tag cast, into a community of love and caring and now march as soldiers in the military, signifying their ability to think as one. In the 2001 revival, Luther, Gibbon, Nietzsche, and Fuller were replaced by Galileo Galilei, Jonathan Edwards, L. Ron Hubbard, and Marianne Williamson, respectively. After Godspell, Lamont starred on Broadway as Sandy in Grease and performed in Stephen Schwartzs show Working. Jesus then says: "This is the beginning.". (Bless the Lord), Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts - Columbus Avenue & 61st Street, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA Godspell Film Analysis 606 Words | 3 Pages. Stream songs including "Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord (Off-Broadway Version)", "Save the People (Off-Broadway Version)" and more. The Bayview Playhouse production ran until August 1973, with a then-record run of 488 performances.[20]. The result is a documentary titled, "All for the Best: How to Make a Musical During a Global Pandemic," which was released Jan. 30. The script of, is fairly minimalistic, including the dialogue and some notes on what was done in the original production, but in fact does not specify a setting or much of the blocking and stage directions one typically finds in a theatrical script. (Except for the opening scenes and the final scene, the city streets and parks are devoid of people other than the cast.) Light and sweet, before the heartbreak of the crucifixion. Vocally, the chorus is very much in the same style, but solo parts are, at times, more lyrical. Godspell (1973) Movies, TV, Celebs, and more. He begs them to stay awake, but they all fall asleep again and Jesus warns them they will all betray him three times (a reference to the apostle Peter). She writes childrens picture books and has begun to write young adult novels. The cast was drawn entirely from local performers, instead of a touring cast. This production, which was performed in a tent in the Berkshire Theatre Group's parking lot, featured Nicholas Edwards, Tim Jones, Alex Getlin, Michael Wartella, Zach Williams, Dan Rosales, Brandon Lee, Emily Koch, Isabel Jordan, Najah Hetsberger and Kimberly Emmanuel. She is married and has two grown children. Directed by David Greene, s. John-Michael Tebelak is credited as co-writer of the screenplay and served as the creative consultant, although director David Greene said Tebelak did not write the screenplay. Godspell hadn't been playing for long after its opening in 1971 before dreams of a movie adaptation rose for the producers. It is on Youtube in three parts: Godspell (IMDb) IMDb's entry on Godspell including full cast, crew, etc. Lansbury was originally a scenic designer and has been a painter for many years. Menu. Check back later for a separate story on Tebelak. Website design by, Defying Gravity: the Creative Career of Stephen Schwartz, from Godspell to Wicked. JCS is superior to Godspell in every way. In the hour-long one-act show, four songs are cut: "Turn Back, O Man", "Alas for You", "By My Side", and "On the Willows". This show has been successfully produced in Boston, Miami and Atlanta. "Godspell," the Tony-nominated musical by Stephen Schwartz, who also wrote "Wicked," "Pippin'" and "Children of Eden," will debut on the local stage this weekend when Foothills Community Theatre (FCT) opens the . . (See The Godspell Experience for details). on my high school stage eight years ago, its possible Ill never be quite far enough away from the show to view it objectively. This is followed by the parable of the Sower of the Seeds, which Jesus tells them represent the Word of God ("All Good Gifts"). She earned a law degree and served as a district attorney in Westchester County, New York, for many years. 235 W. 50th St., New York, NY. Aside from what weve already discussed, is there anything in either movie that just doesnt work for you? Considering that, s script doesnt spend much time contextualizing the Disciples place in society after they join with Jesus, I dont think repeated shots of passersby shooting confused looks at the Disciples would have added much to the story. more like what we expect a Jesus movie to look like: e.g.. . has a potentially interesting conceit of having the same actor (David Haskell) play both John the Baptist, who charmingly draws all of the disciples from all walks of New York City life together to get baptized at the beginning, and Judas. This London production featured Jacquie-Ann Carr, Julie Covington, David Essex, Neil Fitzwiliam, Jeremy Irons, Verity-Anne Meldrum, Deryk Parkin, Tom Saffery, Gay Soper, and Marti Webb. Well, readers, I mentioned that as a joke, but I like it as a serious idea the more I think about it. 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