Well I better TRY and sleep, I'm still BUZZING so might be hard haha.
NIGHT xx
NIGHT xx
The Diana Vickers Appreciation Thread (Part 2)
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, I can't believe it. I'm finally listening to Diana's debut single. What a catchy song, it really should go down well with the public. I really like the intro.Did they interview Diana for long before they played 'Once' on BBC?
Good Morning Everyone.
I wonder if Diana will be up and about today, bet she won't get any peace now the show has ended.
It's going to be very stange for her not going to the Theatre today.
Hope she lets us know somehow where she is being interviewed or where she is singing her song, bet she will get to sing it live on the TV, they all seem to do that.
But maybe she needs to practice it a lot to be able to do it live.
It was great hearing 'Once' anyway, wonder when we will hear it played again on the Radio?
I wonder if Diana will be up and about today, bet she won't get any peace now the show has ended.
It's going to be very stange for her not going to the Theatre today.
Hope she lets us know somehow where she is being interviewed or where she is singing her song, bet she will get to sing it live on the TV, they all seem to do that.
But maybe she needs to practice it a lot to be able to do it live.
It was great hearing 'Once' anyway, wonder when we will hear it played again on the Radio?
Hi fellow fans,
Still tired and very emotional about various events over the weekend.
I have been too unwell to go to LV during December and January but I was determined to use the ticket I bought long ago for the Last Night. Last week I decided that since I was going to make the trek to London anyway, I might as well go up on Friday as well and see LV twice. Managed to get a so-so seat but on the day was able to change to a cancellation, so sat in E7. The Play had changed quite a bit. LV's part seemed the same except I thought she sang more during the first "failed" Nightclub scene. But both the comedy and darker aspects were strengthened.
On Saturday morning I wondered how I was going to spend a cold day in London Town? Answer - go to the Matinee! Got the very last ticket and sat in a Box. Appalling seat for a first timer, as third of the stage (kitchen side) could not be seen, but fine for me as I was close to and on a level with LV's bedroom, and I could study Dee up close when she was at the record-player or on her bed. Very impressed that, even when all the action was downstairs, she kept acting the bored shy girl, disgusted by her mother. Just once saw her have an unscripted whispered conversation with Rachel.
After the Matinee she did not come out to the Stage Door, perhaps needing treatment for her voice and rest.
For the Last Show I had a good seat, C11. All last three Shows were to full houses with very appreciative audiences, much applause throughout and banter in the right places. I was even emboldened to give Mr Boo a good booing!
Now the emotional part - Dee came on-stage for the last scene (Billy's light display) wiping tears from her eyes. Obviously while waiting to come on, she had realised that this most wonderful début to her acting career was finally at an end. Trooper that we know she is, she pulled herself together and acted the scene perfectly and finally managed to sing "Sunlight" for the very last time (ever?) without breaking down. (Which is more than could be said for me!)
Sadly though, when the curtain rose for the first curtain call, Dee was crying openly and it was made worse because the cast hold hands so she could not wipe the tears away. She clearly enjoyed the prolonged rapturous applause that she and all the cast received and tried at times to smile. It finished with a lighter moment when some people, I could not see who, staff or family? bombarded the cast with what looked like hundreds of carnations and that made Dee laugh.
It was a long wait, of course, before she came out of the Stage Door. She had regained her composure and seemed quite cheerful. As there was a crowd (30+?) she said that she would only sign one item each for everybody. This caused the only sour note. A professional autograph hunter complained about this and Dee gave him a piece of her mind! (Note to self - never upset Dee!)
I tried to take photos with my Nikon, but she was lost in the crowd and I only managed a couple of words with her as she left (with James Cartwright)
Now the bad news - On Friday night I managed a short conversation with her as she signed autographs for a much smaller crowd. My main question was 'when would "Sunlight would be released?' Her reply shocked me and has deeply saddened me. She said "never"! I pressed the point and she replied quite emphatically that she would not record it and indeed, would not even sing it again after the Last Night. Her exact words : "The Song dies with the Play"
I am guessing that as it was commissioned especially for the Play it was a condition that it was not to be used alone. Maybe Jim Cartwright has the copyright and will keep it in case he stages it again? Who knows.
I was so happy that on Friday night she remembered how I had had a one-on-one alone with her in November. That time was a never to be forgotten precious memory for me. And as that time, I was struck by how very much like a beautiful fragile China Doll she is.
I remain totally enamoured of the lovely Dee....
Still tired and very emotional about various events over the weekend.
I have been too unwell to go to LV during December and January but I was determined to use the ticket I bought long ago for the Last Night. Last week I decided that since I was going to make the trek to London anyway, I might as well go up on Friday as well and see LV twice. Managed to get a so-so seat but on the day was able to change to a cancellation, so sat in E7. The Play had changed quite a bit. LV's part seemed the same except I thought she sang more during the first "failed" Nightclub scene. But both the comedy and darker aspects were strengthened.
On Saturday morning I wondered how I was going to spend a cold day in London Town? Answer - go to the Matinee! Got the very last ticket and sat in a Box. Appalling seat for a first timer, as third of the stage (kitchen side) could not be seen, but fine for me as I was close to and on a level with LV's bedroom, and I could study Dee up close when she was at the record-player or on her bed. Very impressed that, even when all the action was downstairs, she kept acting the bored shy girl, disgusted by her mother. Just once saw her have an unscripted whispered conversation with Rachel.
After the Matinee she did not come out to the Stage Door, perhaps needing treatment for her voice and rest.
For the Last Show I had a good seat, C11. All last three Shows were to full houses with very appreciative audiences, much applause throughout and banter in the right places. I was even emboldened to give Mr Boo a good booing!
Now the emotional part - Dee came on-stage for the last scene (Billy's light display) wiping tears from her eyes. Obviously while waiting to come on, she had realised that this most wonderful début to her acting career was finally at an end. Trooper that we know she is, she pulled herself together and acted the scene perfectly and finally managed to sing "Sunlight" for the very last time (ever?) without breaking down. (Which is more than could be said for me!)
Sadly though, when the curtain rose for the first curtain call, Dee was crying openly and it was made worse because the cast hold hands so she could not wipe the tears away. She clearly enjoyed the prolonged rapturous applause that she and all the cast received and tried at times to smile. It finished with a lighter moment when some people, I could not see who, staff or family? bombarded the cast with what looked like hundreds of carnations and that made Dee laugh.
It was a long wait, of course, before she came out of the Stage Door. She had regained her composure and seemed quite cheerful. As there was a crowd (30+?) she said that she would only sign one item each for everybody. This caused the only sour note. A professional autograph hunter complained about this and Dee gave him a piece of her mind! (Note to self - never upset Dee!)
I tried to take photos with my Nikon, but she was lost in the crowd and I only managed a couple of words with her as she left (with James Cartwright)
Now the bad news - On Friday night I managed a short conversation with her as she signed autographs for a much smaller crowd. My main question was 'when would "Sunlight would be released?' Her reply shocked me and has deeply saddened me. She said "never"! I pressed the point and she replied quite emphatically that she would not record it and indeed, would not even sing it again after the Last Night. Her exact words : "The Song dies with the Play"
I am guessing that as it was commissioned especially for the Play it was a condition that it was not to be used alone. Maybe Jim Cartwright has the copyright and will keep it in case he stages it again? Who knows.
I was so happy that on Friday night she remembered how I had had a one-on-one alone with her in November. That time was a never to be forgotten precious memory for me. And as that time, I was struck by how very much like a beautiful fragile China Doll she is.
I remain totally enamoured of the lovely Dee....
Originally Posted by VernonDeeFan:
“Hi fellow fans,
Still tired and very emotional about various events over the weekend.
I have been too unwell to go to LV during December and January but I was determined to use the ticket I bought long ago for the Last Night. Last week I decided that since I was going to make the trek to London anyway, I might as well go up on Friday as well and see LV twice. Managed to get a so-so seat but on the day was able to change to a cancellation, so sat in E7. The Play had changed quite a bit. LV's part seemed the same except I thought she sang more during the first "failed" Nightclub scene. But both the comedy and darker aspects were strengthened.
On Saturday morning I wondered how I was going to spend a cold day in London Town? Answer - go to the Matinee! Got the very last ticket and sat in a Box. Appalling seat for a first timer, as third of the stage (kitchen side) could not be seen, but fine for me as I was close to and on a level with LV's bedroom, and I could study Dee up close when she was at the record-player or on her bed. Very impressed that, even when all the action was downstairs, she kept acting the bored shy girl, disgusted by her mother. Just once saw her have an unscripted whispered conversation with Rachel.
After the Matinee she did not come out to the Stage Door, perhaps needing treatment for her voice and rest.
For the Last Show I had a good seat, C11. All last three Shows were to full houses with very appreciative audiences, much applause throughout and banter in the right places. I was even emboldened to give Mr Boo a good booing!
Now the emotional part - Dee came on-stage for the last scene (Billy's light display) wiping tears from her eyes. Obviously while waiting to come on, she had realised that this most wonderful début to her acting career was finally at an end. Trooper that we know she is, she pulled herself together and acted the scene perfectly and finally managed to sing "Sunlight" for the very last time (ever?) without breaking down. (Which is more than could be said for me!)
Sadly though, when the curtain rose for the first curtain call, Dee was crying openly and it was made worse because the cast hold hands so she could not wipe the tears away. She clearly enjoyed the prolonged rapturous applause that she and all the cast received and tried at times to smile. It finished with a lighter moment when some people, I could not see who, staff or family? bombarded the cast with what looked like hundreds of carnations and that made Dee laugh.
It was a long wait, of course, before she came out of the Stage Door. She had regained her composure and seemed quite cheerful. As there was a crowd (30+?) she said that she would only sign one item each for everybody. This caused the only sour note. A professional autograph hunter complained about this and Dee gave him a piece of her mind! (Note to self - never upset Dee!)
I tried to take photos with my Nikon, but she was lost in the crowd and I only managed a couple of words with her as she left (with James Cartwright)
Now the bad news - On Friday night I managed a short conversation with her as she signed autographs for a much smaller crowd. My main question was 'when would "Sunlight would be released?' Her reply shocked me and has deeply saddened me. She said "never"! I pressed the point and she replied quite emphatically that she would not record it and indeed, would not even sing it again after the Last Night. Her exact words : "The Song dies with the Play"
I am guessing that as it was commissioned especially for the Play it was a condition that it was not to be used alone. Maybe Jim Cartwright has the copyright and will keep it in case he stages it again? Who knows.
I was so happy that on Friday night she remembered how I had had a one-on-one alone with her in November. That time was a never to be forgotten precious memory for me. And as that time, I was struck by how very much like a beautiful fragile China Doll she is.
I remain totally enamoured of the lovely Dee....”
“Hi fellow fans,
Still tired and very emotional about various events over the weekend.
I have been too unwell to go to LV during December and January but I was determined to use the ticket I bought long ago for the Last Night. Last week I decided that since I was going to make the trek to London anyway, I might as well go up on Friday as well and see LV twice. Managed to get a so-so seat but on the day was able to change to a cancellation, so sat in E7. The Play had changed quite a bit. LV's part seemed the same except I thought she sang more during the first "failed" Nightclub scene. But both the comedy and darker aspects were strengthened.
On Saturday morning I wondered how I was going to spend a cold day in London Town? Answer - go to the Matinee! Got the very last ticket and sat in a Box. Appalling seat for a first timer, as third of the stage (kitchen side) could not be seen, but fine for me as I was close to and on a level with LV's bedroom, and I could study Dee up close when she was at the record-player or on her bed. Very impressed that, even when all the action was downstairs, she kept acting the bored shy girl, disgusted by her mother. Just once saw her have an unscripted whispered conversation with Rachel.
After the Matinee she did not come out to the Stage Door, perhaps needing treatment for her voice and rest.
For the Last Show I had a good seat, C11. All last three Shows were to full houses with very appreciative audiences, much applause throughout and banter in the right places. I was even emboldened to give Mr Boo a good booing!
Now the emotional part - Dee came on-stage for the last scene (Billy's light display) wiping tears from her eyes. Obviously while waiting to come on, she had realised that this most wonderful début to her acting career was finally at an end. Trooper that we know she is, she pulled herself together and acted the scene perfectly and finally managed to sing "Sunlight" for the very last time (ever?) without breaking down. (Which is more than could be said for me!)
Sadly though, when the curtain rose for the first curtain call, Dee was crying openly and it was made worse because the cast hold hands so she could not wipe the tears away. She clearly enjoyed the prolonged rapturous applause that she and all the cast received and tried at times to smile. It finished with a lighter moment when some people, I could not see who, staff or family? bombarded the cast with what looked like hundreds of carnations and that made Dee laugh.
It was a long wait, of course, before she came out of the Stage Door. She had regained her composure and seemed quite cheerful. As there was a crowd (30+?) she said that she would only sign one item each for everybody. This caused the only sour note. A professional autograph hunter complained about this and Dee gave him a piece of her mind! (Note to self - never upset Dee!)
I tried to take photos with my Nikon, but she was lost in the crowd and I only managed a couple of words with her as she left (with James Cartwright)
Now the bad news - On Friday night I managed a short conversation with her as she signed autographs for a much smaller crowd. My main question was 'when would "Sunlight would be released?' Her reply shocked me and has deeply saddened me. She said "never"! I pressed the point and she replied quite emphatically that she would not record it and indeed, would not even sing it again after the Last Night. Her exact words : "The Song dies with the Play"
I am guessing that as it was commissioned especially for the Play it was a condition that it was not to be used alone. Maybe Jim Cartwright has the copyright and will keep it in case he stages it again? Who knows.
I was so happy that on Friday night she remembered how I had had a one-on-one alone with her in November. That time was a never to be forgotten precious memory for me. And as that time, I was struck by how very much like a beautiful fragile China Doll she is.
I remain totally enamoured of the lovely Dee....”
Thanks for that.
I only saw her once, would have loved to see her a lot more.
I didn't think that she would be singing the final song again after the show, think it belongs to the show and might go with it wherever it goes next.
So glad you enjoyed the shows, I wonder what she will be in next?
Latest Twitter.
Diana must be so happy to have her single played on Radio 1
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1. wow first play of my single 'once' yesterday on radio 1 ! CRAZY !
about 6 hours ago from mobile web
Diana must be so happy to have her single played on Radio 1
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1. wow first play of my single 'once' yesterday on radio 1 ! CRAZY !
about 6 hours ago from mobile web
Great report Vernon, it must have been amazing to be able to attend the last showing of LV. I think I would have felt emotional at seeing Diana cry at the end.
I see those autograph hunters are causing problems again. The same thing happened last week when they all jumped ahead of the fans who had attended the show and some wouldn't stop asking Diana for signings even though she was posing for photos with guests.
I see those autograph hunters are causing problems again. The same thing happened last week when they all jumped ahead of the fans who had attended the show and some wouldn't stop asking Diana for signings even though she was posing for photos with guests.
From Digital Spy - The Sound
Have you heard the Diana Vickers single yet?
If not, sack off your emails, pop on your headphones and toddle over to YouTube to listen to the radio rip right this minute... erm, as soon as you've finishing reading this informative and entertaining piece.
Anyway, it's called 'Once' and that's precisely the number of times we had to listen to it before deciding it was brilliant. It begins in midtempo electropoppy fashion before Diana trills a surprisingly anguished bridge - "I'm only gonna let you kill me once" - and the track explodes into a socking great chorus of "Once, once, once, once, yeah..." That's what you get when your debut single's written by Eg 'Leave Right Now' White and Cathy 'Oh Heck Where To Start?' Dennis, we suppose.
Anyway, it just remains to say that, whomsoever she may have been impersonating in the West End recently, Diana still sings the way she did on The X Factor. That might put some of you off, but for us it's her hiccupy yelp that turns 'Once' - already a cracking pop track - into something a little bit special.
http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/music/th...ingle-yet.html
Lots of great feedback comments on that page.
Have you heard the Diana Vickers single yet?
If not, sack off your emails, pop on your headphones and toddle over to YouTube to listen to the radio rip right this minute... erm, as soon as you've finishing reading this informative and entertaining piece.
Anyway, it's called 'Once' and that's precisely the number of times we had to listen to it before deciding it was brilliant. It begins in midtempo electropoppy fashion before Diana trills a surprisingly anguished bridge - "I'm only gonna let you kill me once" - and the track explodes into a socking great chorus of "Once, once, once, once, yeah..." That's what you get when your debut single's written by Eg 'Leave Right Now' White and Cathy 'Oh Heck Where To Start?' Dennis, we suppose.
Anyway, it just remains to say that, whomsoever she may have been impersonating in the West End recently, Diana still sings the way she did on The X Factor. That might put some of you off, but for us it's her hiccupy yelp that turns 'Once' - already a cracking pop track - into something a little bit special.
http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/music/th...ingle-yet.html
Lots of great feedback comments on that page.
Jeez it has been so quiet in here all things considered- hope it's more buzzing when the album comes out 
Has anyone brought this weeks Sugar? i've just remembered Diana did a photo shoot for them and wondered if she was in this weeks- as I don't want to buy it if she's not in it lol
Has anyone brought this weeks Sugar? i've just remembered Diana did a photo shoot for them and wondered if she was in this weeks- as I don't want to buy it if she's not in it lol
No new Tweets and no word from our Singing Star.
Wonder what she's up to?.
It must be strange to her not having a show to go to every day.
I suppose we'll just have to wait till there's word of what she is doing.
Wonder what she's up to?.
It must be strange to her not having a show to go to every day.
I suppose we'll just have to wait till there's word of what she is doing.
(Think Sugar is a monthly?)
As I write,the dvm home page is completely blank. Is this the new site coming up, or just a fault?
I am quite sure Dee is busy. She has the video shoot tomorrow, and I am sure she will be putting (fussing?) finishing touches to the album and preparing for her stage performance on the mini tour.
And I am sure she will be dealing with the fall out from the release (and leak) of "Once"
I expect she will want to spend more time back home with Momma.
But what she really needs to do is to take a real holiday, far away from show biz, somewhere warm and balmy. But not where she will get sunburnt, like she did in the few days she spent in Spain, it didn't suit her at all. But whether she thinks so or not, she must need to recharge her batteries after a really gruelling stint in LV.
Wonder how her understudy felt? Frightened of having to step in for Dee at short notice, disappointed at all the hard work she must have done for nothing. Then to find our brave Dee didn't miss a single performance, despite being unwell several times.
A proven SuperStar, a proven SuperTrooper!
Speaking of which, let's hope Jim Cartwright turns Supermarket, Supermodel into a play/movie for Dee. (And if it is a play, let's hope they tour it for the sake of Roverdean, or else this Thread will explode!
Go well, Dee!
As I write,the dvm home page is completely blank. Is this the new site coming up, or just a fault?
I am quite sure Dee is busy. She has the video shoot tomorrow, and I am sure she will be putting (fussing?) finishing touches to the album and preparing for her stage performance on the mini tour.
And I am sure she will be dealing with the fall out from the release (and leak) of "Once"
I expect she will want to spend more time back home with Momma.
But what she really needs to do is to take a real holiday, far away from show biz, somewhere warm and balmy. But not where she will get sunburnt, like she did in the few days she spent in Spain, it didn't suit her at all. But whether she thinks so or not, she must need to recharge her batteries after a really gruelling stint in LV.
Wonder how her understudy felt? Frightened of having to step in for Dee at short notice, disappointed at all the hard work she must have done for nothing. Then to find our brave Dee didn't miss a single performance, despite being unwell several times.
A proven SuperStar, a proven SuperTrooper!
Speaking of which, let's hope Jim Cartwright turns Supermarket, Supermodel into a play/movie for Dee. (And if it is a play, let's hope they tour it for the sake of Roverdean, or else this Thread will explode!
Go well, Dee!
Disagree most strongly!
She looks pretty darn good with a tan! To use your parlance, I actually like her in creamware, whereas you obviously prefer bone china.
She looks pretty darn good with a tan! To use your parlance, I actually like her in creamware, whereas you obviously prefer bone china.
Question - Dee sings "Once" in the Diana style that we all remember from XF. I suspect that it was recorded before LV. During LV Dee has had voice training and coaching to sing strongly in the different impersonations and she sang "Sunlight" without the little "Marmite" features that we love and others hate. So the question is - when she sings live now, will she sing "Once" in the XF voice or in a new clearer stronger voice?
Originally Posted by capstowe:
“Disagree most strongly!
She looks pretty darn good with a tan! To use your parlance, I actually like her in creamware, whereas you obviously prefer bone china.”
“Disagree most strongly!
She looks pretty darn good with a tan! To use your parlance, I actually like her in creamware, whereas you obviously prefer bone china.”
I have no objection to a little "creamware" but my memories were that she burnt her very pale skin. After all, she was in Spain far too short a time to build up a good tan.
Need I say it??? - I am always available to be a dedicated sun-cream applier!!!
Originally Posted by o dot t:
“i can reveal that once has been listened to in the house of lords and commons
”
“i can reveal that once has been listened to in the house of lords and commons
Spoiler
Haha
good lad for spreading the Diana love
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