Flight isn't booked yet - but I NEED to be in London May 12 and 13 (little production of Chess happening at the RAH that I can't miss ) so I figured it would be no trouble at all to pop up to Glasgow on the way over before heading back down to London. I'll be in London until the 19th (tickets to see a few more shows while there as well, oh how I love London ) We've been trying every guilt trip in the book to get JCello to join us, but haven't been able to make it happen

You do need to get your review of the Paladium up...I can't wait to hear all about it from your point of view. Was glad to see the Hippos made it down, both such lovely people aren't they! (though I only met Mrs. H briefly)

As for the IrnBru - the price I have to pay for it over here, trust me...I savour it

Oh I just love the Craigette logic... free days on your schedule? What do you do?

Find Craig's nearest show and get yourself there! Sorted! I'll cross my fingers that it works out for you. I know you were hoping a few months ago that it might all come together.

There are a few of us who've still to set the scene from Sunday night. Much of it has already been said and TBH, the concert is still a bit of a blur. (well at that distance, what do you expect?!! ) I will find time and post very soon.

Meeting Henry and Mrs H was just the icing on the cake. Never expected them to be there. The night just kept getting better and better. I'm sure there are some more photos to come, but thankfully I was behind the camera!!

Hi lmo good to have you back, you have been very noticable by your absence.

But of course! I can't swing coming over any earlier unfortunately or I'd make sure to be there before May 3rd to be sure to fit in a Joe show or 2. So yes, fingers still crossed that Craig might extend....just by a week, its all I ask hehehe


I expected the concert to be a blur and nothing less, I know having first hand experience with the loincloth from Row C


Hi Pat! Thanks, I didn't think anyone would notice I hadn't been around. I hope you are feeling better after your little tumble
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Not totally

Especially when they came down the runway

I'm going

I didn't venture into the crowd too far at stage door like you, Karen & Pauline (who doesn't go to stage doors - will you be there for the Osmonds now???), but the guys all made their way out to us eventually The only ones I didn't see were Johndeep & Rob. Lewis seemed more stressed than the others & in more of a hurry to get away but he did stop for a photo & signed my CD

Still can't believe I'm going all the way to Southend and yet I won't see you

Sorry I was a bit off-topic on my last post! I asked Craig on Sunday about whether he would be continuing as Joseph cos I have tix for Crawley in June. He said he hoped he would be & he's really enjoying it but he didn't know. Anyway I have already booked for Worthing too, just in case

Hi Tracie,

Do you know where the tour dates for beyond May 3rd are posted?

They're all on the Tour News and Reviews thread:

http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/forums/s...654910&page=11

Thanks BB.

Perhaps I'll come to meet you before the show

Hi Tracie!! i`m hoping Craig is continuing for a little bit longer too, as i have tickets booked for the end of may , although the schedule for joseph must be so stressful for Craig, but i`m hoping for the best.

Kezzaxxxxx

what days kezza, I go monday & friday?

Hi Pat, I`m going to two saturday shows, the afternoon and the 8 pm ones. we plan to go for a supper time meal in between so it should be good(especially if Craigs still there of course)

Kezzaxxxxxxx

Itsy's back \o/ Great to see you and I'm glad to see the Canadian sector of the Craigettes is coming back to a town near us soon I so wish I could see you when you visit ! And you've been promoted They know a good thing when they see it don't they Itsy Congratulations. Best of luck with it and earn great big wads of cash so you can keep visiting xxx

Earth to Stashy, earth to Stashy, come down now there's a good girl... aww I know how you're feeling, and it's too good to pass up the opportunity to wallow in it for as long as possible isn't it !

I wish the Palladium Concert was filmed Not only for the ones who couldn't make it - but those of us who went and can't remember beggar all about the actual show !! I remember every second of meeting Henry & Mr H, the Craigettes, my cardboard pizza.....being peed off with the comedian for wearing a black kilt (booo) chasing Bill Kenwright around with Kazzie like Charlies Angels swooping in for the attack The screams! the scrum at the stage door - seeing Craig , photo with Craig, watching Stashy film Craig (remember lots of Craig for some reason) pics with Chris C, Antony, Seamus, Chris B with buttons undone.......and This Is The Moment. And them stripping Apart from that, it's still a blurry big gooey blob of loveliness all rolled into one !

Hi Trixie,

Still in orbit , but planning a return to earth (with a bump) tomorrow. In the meantime, here are a few of my thoughts on last Sunday...

The anticipation, from the moment I spotted the ad in The Sunday Times, until the moment I took my seat in the Theatre, is a memory which will stay with me for a long time. The ‘gig’ which Craig had talked about became a bit more than the few songs in a local venue that we were expecting, to being an opportunity for Craig and the other Joes to appear at one of the world’s most famous venues.

Our journey up to London was fairly uneventful. Wonderful to meet up with some of the others on their way up to town. We were all so excited. Only hiccups were news of a signal failure further up the line when we reached Slough and the fact that Red Lady and I managed to plonk ourselves down right beside the loos – bad move ! High point was BB passing around a bag of goodies. Thanks for the keepsake BB – I love the key ring!

Standing outside the theatre waiting for the doors to open was weird. We were all slightly frustrated and wanted to know what was going on, but, looking back, I don’t think that any of us really cared. We knew we would get in and there was a bit of celebrity spotting to do while we waited. Inside, the place was buzzing and our seats were everything we’d hoped for. Wonder what must it have been like for everyone behind the curtain? Did they peep out and survey the scene? ))))))((((((( Maybe that’s what Craig meant by ‘scary!

You could have brought out the best warm-up act in the world last Sunday and they would have been toast. The auditorium was waiting for the boys and when they appeared, the place erupted. Of course, their set was too short - even if they had been on stage for two or three hours long, it still wouldn’t have been enough. Duh! My only wish is that Craig could have sung a couple of solos from the show – Suspicious Minds or Signed, Sealed, Delivered. I only say that because his performance of TITM surpassed anything I had been expecting. Seeing the passion in him at close range – he gave his all – and then some more - fabulous it was. The intensity of his emotions were visible to all. A compelling performance. I would also have loved a reprise of 'Dream On' with just the five of them. Will have to wait for another show now!!

(Bonus points should be awarded to the stylist for the idea of peeling off the layers – inspired )

Outside later at the Stage Door it was just buzzing. Every so often another squeal went through the crowds as another Joe emerged from the theatre. As they worked their way to the edge of the crowd, every so often you would find yourself standing next to one of them. At various points I found myself beside Seamus, Anthony, Chris B and C and , of course, Craig.

As a fan of Craig, I make no apologies for my thoughts on the evening. His natural talent, photogenic looks and ease with the camera combined with an inner strength and determination will take him far in his career. The fact that he takes meeting up with his fans in his stride and welcomes us unconditionally when we meet him, is just the greatest of fun. Thanks Craig!

The price tag of being on a reality show can be a high one. They are exposed to the critics in a new way; not only for their talent, but as newbies, leap-frogging the system to land plum jobs in the industry. I think that if it brings more people into theatres and opens the door to a new audience, then it can’t be a bad thing. And for the dignity they have all shown in the months since the show - they deserve a huge amount of credit.

(PS )

Welcome home great to see you x

Can't wait for your ramblings about the Concert - as you can see I'm not a great help lol. Done a teeny review on the guys but that's it. I've started a thread on CCF for the photos we got but theres only mine up so far. Hope there'll be more soon

Have to go, full of a cold though, so I'm flopping in front of the TV cuddling a box of Kleenex for a while x

ps - in DOI - I like Zaraah (sp?) best of the girls and Chris for the guys

Beautifully put Stashy.

Stashy Fabulous write up xxx I need a bigger box of Kleenex now !

BRAVO !!

well said that woman

Fabby review Stashy . I can't believe its only been a week, feels like it was aaaaaaages ago!

Same here. I keep thinking I should like Suzanne, but I just don't see anything special . Its maybe because the guys look more impressive when they skate or something.

Thanks Stashy and everyone else for the FANTASTIC reviews. I've had a wonderful week reading them all. Long may the Craig glow last.

I've bought tickets for Glasgow, fingers, toes and everything else crossed that Craig will be there!