LETTERS TO L.A. LIFE : GAINES REALLY DELIVERS IN `PHANTOM' AT THE PANTAGES.Re: ``Phantastic streak'' review by Rob Lowman (Sept. 1, L.A. Life): I would like to thank you for your review of Davis Gaines in ``The Phantom of the Opera.'' Los Angeles Los Angeles (lôs ăn`jələs, lŏs, ăn`jəlēz'), city (1990 pop. 3,485,398), seat of Los Angeles co., S Calif.; inc. 1850. needs to be encouraged to attend the theater, and often reviewers hold the key to an audience's decision on whether or not to attend. The experience I had at the Pantages on Aug. 28 and Aug. 30 was everything you describe; the energy Mr. Gaines infuses into that touring casting really brings the emotional potential of this story right to the surface. Thanks to you and the Daily News, more people will be encouraged to see what is truly a newly energized, incredible theatrical experience. You ... are a true friend to the arts, and know a first-class performance when you see one. - Jeri Robinson Burbank Dr. Laura misses the point on wedding-invite etiquette etiquette, name for the codes of rules governing social or diplomatic intercourse. These codes vary from the more or less flexible laws of social usage (differing according to local customs or taboos) to the rigid conventions of court and military circles, and they Re: Dr. Laura Schlessinger's column (Aug. 30, L.A. Life): She may be an authority on many subjects - however, her response to the woman who didn't know how to handle a ``limited'' wedding guest list was the most asinine I have ever heard. No one needs to include an apology apology [Gr.,=defense], literary work that defends, justifies, or clarifies an author's ideas or point of view. Unlike the ordinary use of the word, the literary use neither implies that wrong has been done nor expresses regret. and/or explanation of why someone wasn't invited to the wedding. - Gloria J. Becker Granada Hills When thinking about death, time to turn attention to God Re: ``You're Not Alone'' (Aug. 17, L.A. Life): Death is certainly a deep subject that we all must face sometime. The advice given is very appropriate, as far as it goes. However, can the author ignore God? Even though we may not be aware of God during our regular routine, when something this profound happens, we realize there is more to life than worldly concerns Noun 1. worldly concern - the concerns of this life as distinguished from heaven and the afterlife; "they consider the church to be independent of the world" earthly concern, earth, world . We learn that we need to rely on our Maker to help us cope with the death of a love one. - Frances Flower Chatsworth Taking exception to Stern - dull patch or no dull patch Re: ``Oversexed o·ver·sexed adj. Having or showing an excessive sexual appetite or interest in sex. Stern hits dull patch on CBS'' (News Lite, Aug. 24): Mr. Marder, where are you coming from? I watched (his show) for 20 minutes. Dull and boring - Wow! ``Stern is capable of much better''? What road are you going down in this article? Certainly, not the yellow brick road. I do not listen to Howard Stern and what I have seen in the news media is more than I can stomach. It is hard to believe that CBS (Cell Broadcast Service) See cell broadcast. would even consider putting him on TV, 11:30 p.m. or not! No, I don't have to watch and WON'T. Yes, it is our choice, and I hope the right one is made. God help us from the Jerry Springers and Howard Sterns of this world. We have become a nation of cheap thrills Thrills is a Canadian brand of chewing gum now made by Concord Confections, but once produced by Wonka. It is well known for its distinctive rosewater flavour. Comparisons of its flavour to soap are so prevalent that recent packaging states "it still tastes like soap!" . Please CBS reconsider re·con·sid·er v. re·con·sid·ered, re·con·sid·er·ing, re·con·sid·ers v.tr. 1. To consider again, especially with intent to alter or modify a previous decision. 2. ! - Shirley Thielman Reseda |
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