I passed this theater in Islington on the bus the other day when I went to Hackney. On the way home, I got off the bus specifically to photograph it. I'm not sure why "Beetlejuice" is spelled out two times and then broken off mid-word the third time. Is it a joke from the movie? (I've never seen "Beetlejuice," believe it or not.) And how can I possibly pass up a midnight showing of "Rambo: First Blood"?
Yesterday was pretty quiet at work, but I made major progress on several long-overdue books. I had about ten high school kids with books that were due last spring! Of course I've been sending them notices and writing their parents, but I wasn't seeing a whole lot of progress. Finally, yesterday, I wrote several of them telling them to see me right away, and if they didn't I'd come and find them in class.
I should know by now that all I have to do is threaten to embarrass a kid in front of their classmates and I get results. I got everything back or paid for except one boy who said he will return his book today. (We'll see.)
Our school community art show opened yesterday, and as you can see, there's quite an assortment of submissions on display. My very blue picture is right in the middle there. The well-meaning organizers put it in a glass frame, and I'm a little concerned that there's now too much glare to see the subtle detail in the photo. But I got lots of compliments on it, so who knows. There's an accompanying guide that includes a statement from each artist, and there are also some free-standing pieces in the middle of the room -- pottery and sculpture and fiber art.
Points for humor to the guy who drew the "Birds of Regent's Park (as seen from a distance)" at upper right!
There was an opening party yesterday afternoon -- I snuck away from the library for half an hour -- but of course I wound up mostly talking to the other exhibitors, rather than paying closer attention to the works. So I'll have to go back when the gallery is empty and check everything out. Maybe I can get a better, more complete photo.
Yes, it's a joke from the Beetlejuice movie, if you say his name three times he appears and creates havoc.
ReplyDeleteThe art display is very nice.
It is useful to have a pop culture vulture like River to explain what you and I did not know.
ReplyDeleteThe art works look great and I'd like to see them in more detail.
Andrew directed me here from my blog's brief review of the new Beetlejuice movie and I'm grateful. And I agree about the artwork. :D It's obvious you have great talent even from a distant image. Be well!
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ReplyDelete"The ambiguity is the essence of the picture" - S.Reed (RPS)
The exhibition looks interesting, I will also wait for more details from it.
ReplyDeleteI see River answered the Beetlejuice question for you. That looks like quite a high quality exhibit. I, too, like The Birds of Regent’s Park. I had a T-shirt that identified the birds by their. poop.
ReplyDeleteI love things like community art shows. I am always amazed at the talent displayed.
ReplyDeleteI'd like a tour of the gallery when you get a chance, too.
ReplyDeleteMy vote goes to the bird collection. Very scientific with a touch of humour.
ReplyDeleteThe original Beetlejuice movie is well worth seeing. I haven't seen the sequel.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great display of art! Terrific idea and the presentation appears to have been done very well.
"Come see me or I will come see you!" I love it. Excellent tactic.
The Beetlejuice joke has been explained so I'll focus on the art. Even standing back your Blue photo is very distinctive.
ReplyDeleteWhat a variety of art works for the show. I see your photo there in the middle. It looks like a great show.
ReplyDeleteI was going to tell you about Beetlejuice, but River already did.
ReplyDeleteThat art exhibit looks lovely and I do love "The Birds of Regent's Park", too funny.
there are several in the exhibit I'd like a better look at. love the Birds of Regent Park.
ReplyDeleteThat's pretty clever of the theater. I enjoyed the first movie, although I really only remember the dinner table scene which was hysterical.
ReplyDeleteThe exhibit looks great! I like the variety.
I'm a sucker for Rambo movies for some reason. I can still remember all the watercooler debate that went on after the premier of First Blood in the theaters. People arguing how many people died in the movie which was set a bar for being graphic at the time and now pales compared to modern movies.
ReplyDeleteBeetlejuice was watched here a million times, along with Rocky Horror and Priscilla Queen of the desert- when Eik was little-all great clever movies. The original would be hard to beat- I hope it is not a corn ball re-run ruin of something that was perfect.
ReplyDeleteOriginal Beetlejuice was a favorite. I'll investigate the remake.
ReplyDeleteThe art display looks really good. Your blue photo is striking.
Your last chance strategy for getting books returned is brilliant. Worked like a charm.
It should not be this difficult to get books returned. That's how a library works. Public shaming, or the threat of, can be effective.
ReplyDeleteCool to have an art show in the school where all can see it.
ReplyDeleteSuch varied entries in the art show! You should do a walk-through video for us. (with commentary)
ReplyDeleteI much, much preferred Rocky over Rambo.
Art shows, in general, are good for their variety. Except here, in the Great American West, where horses and cowboys dominate. Thank goodness for the Native American artists who have wonderful visions of life around them.
ReplyDeleteI remember the original Beetlejuice. I think you would like it, Steve...
ReplyDeleteI like the art show as they have a nice variety of stuff on display. You will have to give us a close up shot of all of it...
The art exhibit is lovely and your photo looks great there. I've not read the comments but by now you probably know the title of the movie is "Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice." Why they just put Bee is beyond me -- maybe they ran out of letters?
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