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skcin 10-10-2006 01:56 PM
Babs, you rebel!
 
http://www.cnn.com/2006/SHOWBIZ/Musi....ap/index.html

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Streisand to heckler: 'Shut the @#&% up'

NEW YORK (AP) -- It was an evening that elicited tears, standing ovations, raucous laughter and shouts of joy from the audience -- and that was just in the first few minutes.

Yes, Barbra Streisand's return to touring after a 12-year absence was the extravaganza that it promised to be. Monday night's show at Madison Square Garden was the third stop of a 20-city jaunt across the nation -- a virtual lovefest between the ultimate diva and an adoring, sold-out, celebrity-dotted crowd.

Streisand effortlessly crooned through a select repertoire of the hits she's amassed during her four-decade-plus career. But the night's most riveting moment came during what was perhaps the only unscripted -- and truly uncomfortable -- episode in the three-hour show.

There was Streisand, enduring a smattering of very loud jeers as she and "George Bush" -- a celebrity impersonator -- muddled through a skit that portrayed the president as a bumbling idiot.

Though most of the crowd offered polite applause during the slightly humorous routine, it got a bit too long, especially for a few in the audience who just wanted to hear Streisand sing like she had been doing for the past hour.

"Come on, be polite!" the well-known liberal implored during the sketch as she and "Bush" exchanged zingers. But one heckler wouldn't let up. And finally, Streisand let him have it.

"Shut the (expletive) up!" Streisand bellowed, drawing wild applause. "Shut up if you can't take a joke!"

With that one F-word, the jeers ended. And the message was delivered -- no one gets away with trying to upstage Barbra Streisand, especially not in her hometown.

Once the outburst (which Streisand later apologized for) was over, Streisand noted that "the artist's role is to disturb," and delivered a message of tolerance before launching into a serenely beautiful rendition of "Somewhere." That put the focus back on what the audience came for -- her voice, one of the greatest female instruments of her generation.

Streisand's voice, at once soaring and soothing, doesn't seem to have been affected much by her long layoff from performing. Earlier in the evening, she seemed to fall short of her full potential -- moments where she once belted a tune she now seemed to simply sing at a steady register. But once the evening progressed, she got stronger, such as for her performance of one of her biggest hits, "People."

JazmenFlowers 10-10-2006 02:08 PM
oh lordy. that's fuel to the fire for sure.

I love me some Barbra, but sometimes, like the Dixie Chicks' song says..."shut up and sing" - I mean I'm torn about how I feel about this aspect of my beloved...but sometimes enough is enough. don't polute the concert with politics...that's what I'm sayin

now, I'm off to find the setlist and see if I can scurry boots.

skcin 10-10-2006 02:13 PM
^ I tend to agree. I wouldn't be real happy if Lindsey busted out with a political skit on his tour, regardless of whether or not I agree with him.

But it is pretty funny that she said that. :laugh:

DrummerDeanna 10-10-2006 02:15 PM
Imagine being the dude who will now live his life knowing that Babs told him to "shut the **** up!" :laugh: Priceless.

Of course if he's that big an ass to a huge celebrity as her - and in front of a mass of people then perhaps he's a massive ass who needs to be knocked down a few.

I'm torn about the politics mix as well - but I guess these people feel so passionately about what they believe and have the means to spread that message to huge crowds...I guess they take it.

BUT then again, these people paid out their asses to hear her sing...perhaps she should leave it to brief commentary and be done with it :shrug:

SuzeQuze 10-10-2006 02:17 PM
My problem with this is it sounds like it was a bad skit. If you're going to pull something like that - make it good!

mikeschmike 10-10-2006 02:19 PM
The political commentary isn't surprising considering the reasoning behind this tour. She's always been one to put her views out there, whether people want to hear them or not. I'm thinking that those who coughed up a lot of money to see her probably already know what to expect though. Preach it Babs!

JazmenFlowers 10-10-2006 02:35 PM
http://news.search.yahoo.com/search/...&c=news_photos

Barbra's looking awesome!

EDIT: I hate the construction of her outfit...and the pockets!? wtf. no no no. BUT, her razor cut is off da hizzy.

JazmenFlowers 10-10-2006 02:37 PM
I have the initial setlist if anyone wants it, PM me. there's some that have brought tears to these eyes.

estranged4life 10-10-2006 02:39 PM
Oh me oh my...
 
she knows how to say "f**k"...Well imagine that. I am impressed...

No, not really, Never impressed.

TwistedGypsy 10-10-2006 04:47 PM
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Originally Posted by JazmenFlowers (Post 579895)
oh lordy. that's fuel to the fire for sure.

I love me some Barbra, but sometimes, like the Dixie Chicks' song says..."shut up and sing" - I mean I'm torn about how I feel about this aspect of my beloved...but sometimes enough is enough. don't polute the concert with politics...that's what I'm sayin

now, I'm off to find the setlist and see if I can scurry boots.
I agree 100%. I've been a fan for 11 years and my mother and I are going to the Atlanta show Nov.2. Since we have never seen her and we had the opportunity we bought the best they had, which means $1500 was spent on 2 tickets. Worth it in our opinion, but I really wish she would leave politics at the door step. If I wanted her political opinion I would go to her offical website and read her blog. But in no way will I let her political sketch keep me form going, I just wish she would rethink it. :cool:

JazmenFlowers 10-10-2006 04:49 PM
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Originally Posted by TwistedGypsy (Post 579985)
But in no way will I let her political sketch keep me form going, I just wish she would rethink it. :cool:
yeah.

or at least keep it to a minimum...don't make it "part" of the concert. we all know she's outspoken and all that jazz (he he), but let's have a good time and enjoy the songs...you know.

DavidMn 10-10-2006 05:31 PM
Boy that's really a nice way to treat someone that spent probably upwards of $700 for a ticket. Depends on what the person said, but if it wasnt profane, I dont get her anger?

JazmenFlowers 10-10-2006 05:34 PM
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Originally Posted by DavidMn (Post 580017)
Boy that's really a nice way to treat someone that spent probably upwards of $700 for a ticket. Depends on what the person said, but if it wasnt profane, I dont get her anger?
wow. you have raised another great point. I must contemplate this un momento.

DavidMn 10-10-2006 05:39 PM
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Originally Posted by JazmenFlowers (Post 580023)
wow. you have raised another great point. I must contemplate this un momento.
wont slam her here because I know how big a fan you are, but I dont think much of her as a person. Mega bitch comes to mind. But oh that voice....

JazmenFlowers 10-10-2006 05:41 PM
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Originally Posted by DavidMn (Post 580031)
wont slam her here because I know how big a fan you are, but I dont think much of her as a person. Mega bitch comes to mind. But oh that voice....
well don't mind lil ole me. you say how you feel.

I, again, am torn. I think she's a bitch, a perfectionist and all that, I also know all the great things she's done for charities and all that too. so, I just prefer to not really care one way or the other about her personal life...not like I am with Stevie. for me, with Barbra, it's the albums and the movies...

DavidMn 10-10-2006 05:42 PM
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Originally Posted by JazmenFlowers (Post 580032)
well don't mind lil ole me. you say how you feel.

I, again, am torn. I think she's a bitch, a perfectionist and all that, I also know all the great things she's done for charities and all that too. so, I just prefer to not really care one way or the other about her personal life...not like I am with Stevie. for me, with Barbra, it's the albums and the movies...
Thats the way I tend to view her too. I mean she hasnt killed anyone and isnt a terrorist, so she cant be all bad right?

Hawkeye 10-10-2006 06:19 PM
the only thing I like that Striesand's done is her role in Meet the Fochers, she was extremely funny in that. What the hell is so great about this woman that she can charge 700-1000 dollar tickets and still have people go. I don't think we can ever complain about Stevie or the Mac charging 125 ever agian. At least 125 is worth it to see Fleetwood Mac.

DavidMn 10-10-2006 06:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Hawkeye (Post 580060)
the only thing I like that Striesand's done is her role in Meet the Fochers, she was extremely funny in that. What the hell is so great about this woman that she can charge 700-1000 dollar tickets and still have people go. I don't think we can ever complain about Stevie or the Mac charging 125 ever agian. At least 125 is worth it to see Fleetwood Mac.
I agree with you on the prices, but you haev to realize its how rarely she tours that factors into it. Unfortunately its what the market will bear.:distress:

JazmenFlowers 10-10-2006 06:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Hawkeye (Post 580060)
What the hell is so great about this woman that she can charge 700-1000 dollar tickets and still have people go.
the most talented singer ever, imo.

DrummerDeanna 10-10-2006 07:40 PM
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Originally Posted by DavidMn (Post 580017)
Boy that's really a nice way to treat someone that spent probably upwards of $700 for a ticket. Depends on what the person said, but if it wasnt profane, I dont get her anger?
And considering Babs could hear the guy from the stage...I'm guessing he was pretty damn close...and at MSG? that's quite the pricey ticket - you make a good point.

carrie721 10-10-2006 07:44 PM
^^ no way. no matter how much HE paid, he was being a dick and making it impossible for others, who also paid good money, to enjoy the show. he got what he deserved. it's no secret babs is loud & proud about her politics. he should shut up and listen.

DrummerDeanna 10-10-2006 07:53 PM
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Originally Posted by carrie721 (Post 580092)
^^ no way. no matter how much HE paid, he was being a dick and making it impossible for others, who also paid good money, to enjoy the show. he got what he deserved. it's no secret babs is loud & proud about her politics. he should shut up and listen.
Also a good point....at least she didn't ask him to leave....

I was at an Ani DiFranco concert in Phoenix several years ago, and some chick in the second row flipped someone off a few rows back, Ani stopped playing and told the chick to leave...

I was like WTF!?! SHe wasn't even being disruptive :shrug: I didn't like her then (free ticket) and I liked her even less after that...

Not that that has anything to do with the topic at hand - but still.

carrie721 10-10-2006 07:57 PM
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Originally Posted by DrummerDeanna (Post 580094)
Also a good point....at least she didn't ask him to leave....

I was at an Ani DiFranco concert in Phoenix several years ago, and some chick in the second row flipped someone off a few rows back, Ani stopped playing and told the chick to leave...

I was like WTF!?! SHe wasn't even being disruptive :shrug: I didn't like her then (free ticket) and I liked her even less after that...

Not that that has anything to do with the topic at hand - but still.
how odd. i don't think ani's popular enough to be kicking people out of her concerts ... :laugh:

BlackWidow 10-10-2006 08:00 PM
You go Babs!

DrummerDeanna 10-10-2006 08:13 PM
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Originally Posted by carrie721 (Post 580098)
how odd. i don't think ani's popular enough to be kicking people out of her concerts ... :laugh:
Where is that high-five smiley...:laugh:

Seriously - I was about to walk out at that point, the concert was so boring - but I stayed because unfortunately my ride was not moving due to her love for Ani. Blah.

Anyway - I've thought about it - this guy MUST have known about Bab's political views and how outspoken/passionate she is. So he shelled out big bucks - but what the hell was he expecting? So he deserved a "shut the **** up" :nod:

BlackWidow 10-10-2006 08:15 PM
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Originally Posted by carrie721 (Post 580092)
^^ no way. no matter how much HE paid, he was being a dick and making it impossible for others, who also paid good money, to enjoy the show. he got what he deserved. it's no secret babs is loud & proud about her politics. he should shut up and listen.
I agree!!!:nod:

carrie721 10-10-2006 08:24 PM
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Originally Posted by BlackWidow (Post 580114)
I agree!!!:nod:
:xoxo:

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Originally Posted by DrummerDeanna (Post 580112)
Where is that high-five smiley...:laugh:

Seriously - I was about to walk out at that point, the concert was so boring - but I stayed because unfortunately my ride was not moving due to her love for Ani. Blah.
screw ani. :laugh:

strandinthewind 10-10-2006 08:31 PM
1. Her talent is immense.

2. The market will pay what it will pay and this broad travels with a how many piece orchestra :eek:

3. Does anyone really think that Babs is not gonna comment on something political - if so, they are an idiot.

4. She a New York Jewish Woman - trust me, if the guy was from NYC, he thought nothing of being told to FUKC OFF :laugh:

I agree though - shut up and sing - perhaps pepper it with cool stories about your life, etc. But, the political shiitte was way over the top - I mean that took the place of something else for the $700 :shrug:

BlackWidow 10-10-2006 08:31 PM
:laugh:
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Originally Posted by carrie721 (Post 580119)
:xoxo:



screw ani. :laugh:
:laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

irishgrl 10-10-2006 08:55 PM
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Originally Posted by JazmenFlowers (Post 579895)
oh lordy. that's fuel to the fire for sure.

I love me some Barbra, but sometimes, like the Dixie Chicks' song says..."shut up and sing" - I mean I'm torn about how I feel about this aspect of my beloved...but sometimes enough is enough. don't polute the concert with politics...that's what I'm sayin

now, I'm off to find the setlist and see if I can scurry boots.
I applaud her politics. Yes I do. it makes her high maintenance BS bearable.

BlackWidow 10-10-2006 10:40 PM
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Originally Posted by irishgrl (Post 580143)
I applaud her politics. Yes I do. it makes her high maintenance BS bearable.
Yea baby!!!:xoxo:

irishgrl 10-10-2006 10:50 PM
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Originally Posted by BlackWidow (Post 580193)
Yea baby!!!:xoxo:
ya know, I think I love you :nod:

strandinthewind 10-11-2006 05:54 AM
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Originally Posted by irishgrl (Post 580143)
I applaud her politics. Yes I do. it makes her high maintenance BS bearable.
While that is one thing, do you think she is acting in a proper manner by shoving her politics down peoples' throats when they came to hear her sing? I do not like to be preached to at a concert - so, I say shut up with the political crap and sing, esp. when for $700, that three minutes could be and should another song, a personal anecdote, etc.

GODDESS6 10-11-2006 06:29 AM
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Originally Posted by strandinthewind (Post 580265)
While that is one thing, do you think she is acting in a proper manner by shoving her politics down peoples' throats when they came to hear her sing? I do not like to be preached to at a concert - so, I say shut up with the political crap and sing, esp. when for $700, that three minutes could be and should another song, a personal anecdote, etc.
i 100% agre w/ this!!!~ tho i usually agree w/ alot of what babs is saying, if i paid serious cash for a ticket i wouldn't be happy about her political antics during the show~ that would not be why i came, i came to hear her sing~

JazmenFlowers 10-11-2006 08:43 AM
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Originally Posted by strandinthewind (Post 580265)
While that is one thing, do you think she is acting in a proper manner by shoving her politics down peoples' throats when they came to hear her sing? I do not like to be preached to at a concert - so, I say shut up with the political crap and sing, esp. when for $700, that three minutes could be and should another song, a personal anecdote, etc.
I agree with all you've said in this thread. the funny thing is, Barbra could care less if she sang another note. she doesn't view the whole concert spectacle the same way fans and other performers do so maybe that skews her way of putting a concert together. for her, I believe, it's just a grand opportunity to push her politics, which is sad, really...she doesn't even get it...that she's, again, imo, the best singer ever.

strandinthewind 10-11-2006 08:45 AM
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Originally Posted by JazmenFlowers (Post 580321)
I agree with all you've said in this thread. the funny thing is, Barbra could care less if she sang another note. she doesn't view the whole concert spectacle the same way fans and other performers do so maybe that skews her way of putting a concert together. for her, I believe, it's just a grand opportunity to push her politics, which is sad, really...she doesn't even get it...that she's, again, imo, the best singer ever.

Thus the ego of MEGASTREISAND :laugh:

Now - if she could pull "People" off above middle C :eek:

JazmenFlowers 10-11-2006 08:47 AM
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Originally Posted by strandinthewind (Post 580324)
Thus the ego of MEGASTREISAND :laugh:

Now - if she could pull "People" off above middle C :eek:
lmao.

you won't believe what's in her setlist right now though! ***SPOILER***Woman in the Moon. I'm anxious to hear a boot of that.

bikerchic 10-11-2006 08:48 AM
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Originally Posted by DavidMn (Post 580017)
Depends on what the person said, but if it wasnt profane, I dont get her anger?
During the Bush skit, the guy yells "what is this, a fundraiser?"

Look what Babs gets away with. At least her audience is open minded and are not going to burn her cd's and boycott her. Not like the dumb red neck country audiences of the Dixie Chicks.

strandinthewind 10-11-2006 08:52 AM
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Originally Posted by JazmenFlowers (Post 580326)
lmao.

you won't believe what's in her setlist right now though! ***SPOILER***Woman in the Moon. I'm anxious to hear a boot of that.
Yea - the boots are gonna be interesting. Don't get me wrong, she can still sing with the best of them - she actually is really peerless, save for Liza and MAYBE Celine, Barbara Cook (20 years ago and her mentor) and Linda Eder -- she does it lower :cool:

bikerchic 10-11-2006 09:00 AM
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Originally Posted by strandinthewind (Post 580330)
Don't get me wrong, she can still sing with the best of them -
If you can get passed the can of worms she calls a face, I guess her voice is nice (sorry Jazz).


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