Why Can't I Be Carol Burnett?

A young Carol Burnett, had a dream, and tells a story of how a man anonymously gave her money for rent, acting school, and supported her career. So she didn't have to stress about rent, job, an extras, so she can give her career 100% attention. I want to train more and learn more, but can't afford it anymore! Someone believed in Carol Burnett so much, that he funded her New York City experience. She just focused, studied, auditioned, and perfected her craft. Until her big break came, and she made millions of dollars. She also paid her donor back with interest. The only stipulation the donor had was that she never mentioned his name. Till this day Carol Burnett is the only person who knows this mystery mans identity! I'm clicking my heels three times, I'm tugging on my ear, I'm closing my eyes very tight, and wishing I was Carol Burnett right about now!

Eartha Kitt

This women was a legend, ground breaking, and controversial. I just love and adore Eartha Kitt. I am glad--thanks to my friend Nathan Lee Graham-- I had the opportunity to meet her, before she passed. I also got to see her perform live on stage, and this women is a true entertainer. I agree with everything in this video, Ms. Kitt is so wise, and I get it!!!!! Thanks Kendra Ross for posting this on your blog, as it is so awesome that I needed to post on my blog! ENJOY..LOVE THYSELF!

The Universe Is Saying No

The universe is saying "no" to me right now in my life, from simple things, from auditions, and to family! I'm accepting the universe, for some reason, as it is spitting in my face. I know the universe will like me again and say "yes"! I have faith that what goes up must come down, and vice versa! I know GOD has never failed me, and so I just have to keep the faith! I'm going to turn my frown upside down! Pray for me.....

P.S. NO comments on this post please, as I'm not here for words of encouragement. Just venting......Love You All!

Carlton Pearson an Important Conversation

La Bete On Broadway

I went to see the play "La Bete" on Broadway, starring David Hyde Pierce, and Joanne Lumley (Absolutely Fabulous) which is the whole reason I went to see the piece. The whole cast was superb even down to the small players of the piece. Every actor so connected to a rhythm, and timing that I can't even fathom. As an actor if I received this script I would be so intimidated by this piece, it takes true talent to pull this off. The thing that made it so brilliant, was they spoke the lines, as pedestrian as possible. You understood every intent, although, it is a heighten piece written in prose. It was a masterpiece at comedy this work was on stage. I started the show laughing, and never stopped, as the timing was so spot on and perfect. David Hyde Pierce was fantastic as usual, and it was nice to see Joanne Lumley do something different. I applaud this whole company for there work, and it has inspired me as a actor. I am saving the best part of this play for last, the true star of the show, and the person who steals this whole production away from everyone is Mark Rylance. I can't even put into words how overly impressed I am with his work. He was on another level as actor, as he took this play, stole every scene, and wiped the stage with his talent. This man is extraordinary, and I haven't seen a performance like this in my life. These are big words coming from me, who is so critical of many actors. I wish I could type on this page how amazing this man was, but no words can express his work. If I were you blog world I would run to see this play, and run even faster to see the genius which is Mark Rylance!

Six Degrees of Marvin Hamlisch

I had the honor of performing in a benefit performance for the musical pianist and musical director Fran Liebergall, who is living with M.S. When I got the email asking if I would participate, I immediately said yes, as Fran musically directed me in A Chorus Line a couple times in my career. I had no idea that the night would be so life changing and star studded. It was a beautiful evening, which begin with Sammy Williams (Original Paul in ACL) singing "Who am I anyway". Joel Grey started us off with his famous song from Cabaret, and it was amazing to see this man perform live on stage. He was so inspiring, nice and fantastic. Then I got to sit back stage and rehearse with Donna Murphy, Donna Mackenie, Victor Garber, Robert Lupone, Lucie Arnaz, Priscilla Lopez, Billy Stritch, Marvin Hamlisch, Liz Callaway, and many more. It was honor to watch them rehearse and work, and to stand next to these folks on stage, and perform. To hear there stories, and how Fran had touched there lives. To have a brief chat with Lucie Arnaz, was surreal, ummm, Lucille Balls daughter, and Desi Arnaz, WOW!!!!! To see many old A Chorus Line Friends, and not from the revival the older A Chorus Liners that I worked with when I was just a boy. To watch the original cast of A Chorus Line, ex specially Donna Mackenie do part of the Cassie Dance, and sing "that" famous song, brought tears to my eyes. To sing "What I did For love", with Donna Murphy, next to me crying, while Priscilla Lopez belted it out and Marvin Hamlisch behind me playing the piano. This night gave me inspiration and chills. I enjoyed every moment and I will cherish this unexpected gift. It was great to have Fran scream at us even though she can't play the piano anymore. To hear her scream "I need more middle harmony", just made me so happy. Some things just never change, and I loved every moment of it. It was interesting to see how so many of us are connected by one composer's genius work!

"The Mosque" at Ground Zero

I just think it is ridiculous to think that in America that anyone can't build where they want, no matter what there religious beliefs. I feel that we are being bigots, if we think that all Islamic and or Muslims are terrorist. I believe that if we don't build this mosque the terrorist win. This is America the land of the free, and I personally would love to have a beautiful mosque next to the new ground zero. We have a small little mosque around the corner from me in Brooklyn, and when I walk by it, I feel nothing but peace. I sometimes glare into the windows, and watch the faithful people kneel and pray. I don't have the same beliefs, but I sometimes wish, we as Christians were as dedicated to our GOD! The peace, faith, and power the mosque symbolizes is not at all what people FEAR. I live in New York City, and have lived threw the 9/11 terror attacks, and it is now time for us to build up and move on. FEAR is not the answer, peace, love, non-judgement is the answer. I pray that we can all live together, with no hate, and fear! BUILD THIS MOSQUE, AND LET'S END HATE! Let's not judge because, a group of Muslims are terrorist. Not all Islamic people are haters, and that is just like any faith, there are good and bad people in all beliefs. GET OVER YOURSELF AMERICA, I'M APPALLED WE ARE EVEN HAVING THIS DEBATE!

Damn You "Mad Men"..You Killed My Girl!

You all know I love the t.v. show "Mad Men", and they have this new actress named Randee Heller! She plays Don's new old lady secretary, and when I tell you I rewind her scenes on my TiVo because they are so brilliant. I am usually laughing so loudly in my room, with her crazy one liners. They killed my girl off the show, although the episode was tragic yet funny, and great! I am pissed because I loved this character and the women's work on Mad Men. UGH RIP Miss Blankenship!