Anza JP 8/29/07

Off

Hello! Today was my first day off since play practice started.

Yesterday evening, when practice had finished, everyone in the cast and crew went out for a bite to eat. We all had a great time. I was think that we really have a good company.

And today the band had an interview. We came to our point and completed it, but we're idle now after a long time.

As expected, all the fatigue from work collected and I couldn't move after the job ended. Then I realized that I needed to get some sleep. (laugh)

Yet again tomorrow there is practice. I'm going to go for it and do my best!!

HPP Diary 8/28/07

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Man, it's hot! Don't you think? You can't beat the summer heat....

The HPP members are making the last spurt to finish the album. But, not having a live show to do is harsh.

Lately, I feel there are times in this world where you can really see how hateful people can be. Someone in authority screws someone else with a lie, which is a transparent abuse of power. I guess an adult who covets every thing he can get his hands on is to be expected.

How can we say that our society believes in equality? When for some, there's an everyday struggle to keep your head above water. Who decides how low is the bottom and what is an acceptable way for treating people there?

However, thanks to you, this valuable lesson is remembered.

When HPP and I got together to form the band, it was our desire to convey the message of the struggle for equality and fair play.

On the album is one tune where we try to drive home the point. I feel the song will hit hard.

My stomach is still painful. (laughter)

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I know what Anza is saying, but I think Van Halen said it best:
"Did someone say *Fair Warning*?
Lord, strike that poor boy down."

If Anza really wanted to see coveting jackasses abusing power, she should come to Kentucky. Around here, they all get elected.

If New York won't treat HPP right, I think they should do some shows in LA. I wrote Mar with a few suggestions.

http://www.whiskyagogo.com/
http://www.troubadour.com/

Or Anza could use her connections with Universal to get booked at the Amphitheater .

Maybe we can start a grassroots campaign.
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Anza JP Blog 8/26/07

Everyday is passing at such a great speed, it almost feels like being drunk....

For the first time tomorrow, the direction of the play will roughly be in sequence. I guess that should be a good thing now....

Tomorrow is also the costume parade that I've been looking forward too, at last we'll have the feeling of a real stage performance. I'm busting with excitement!! (doki doki)

The other day, the band went photographing on location. However, I had a terrible suspicion that everything wasn't going to be all right....

Sure enough! A huge swarm of mosquitos showed up and started biting everyone. (laughter) And these mosquitos were not effected at all by the insect repellent....It was horrid~!

Even after 2 days, the itching is still dreadful!!

Viola! Now coming to my aid is the itch stopping cream.

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So, it sounds to me like Anza and HPP have been doing photo shoots at Tokyo Bay and in the woods.

Anza JP 8/23/07

Anza JP 8/23/07

Reluctantly

Every day is a hot one, don't you think? The heat wave continues...The air conditioning in the gym is effective, but it's still difficult to regulate you body temperature.

Oh! Act #1 and Act # 2 were successful yesterday because of the fine acting coaching!

From the small quality of my previous performance, I'm improving a lot and growing in my role.

Well, reluctantly I went to Dracula's castle and it was really cool!! It was unintentional, but I was completely charmed. (laugh)

I'm fascinated because my typical role is very similar, and I get weak in the knees when I see fine acting. Naturally, it can't be helped!!

And now, the latest drink for dancing is the Black Dragon Tea!!!! It's a little pricey and I don't know why. Nevertheless, it helps keep the body fat low and I love to gulp it down. It's quite an effective pick me up. (laugh)
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I'm a bit sketchy on the Dracula's castle comment. It sound like a set and an actor in her play, I think I'd have to read some more to figure it out.

Anza JP 8/21/07

Chance!

Well, as expected, I'm starting to feel really worn out. (laughing)

From noon stage practice to the evening, then you have to get serious with the band and pre-production of the CD. It's an every day balancing act.

And stage practice is picking up steam so I have to make progress to get better at my part.

I'm surprised at how everyone in the cast are focusing on their roles. It's wonderful!!
I, of course, gasp in desperation. (laughing)

And then I feel like screaming with the band's approaching deadline.

I love putting the finishing touches on the tunes. You want to put everything you've learned into it to make the songs sound better.

My schedule is jammed to the end of August.

It's also important to take care of you health. ... I'm sticking with the Lipo D!!

Tomorrow, there's an early start to shooting Indie's Hotline. It'll be tough if I don't get some sleep.

There's no photo today. (crying)

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I have no idea what this Lipo D is that Anza is talking about. It could be an energy drink or something you rub in your belly. I have no clue so I translated it literally.

If anyone knows what it is, just comment on it and I'll fix it.

Anza HPP Diary Fri. 8/17/07

No end to the Heat

It's already hot and my energy has been drained. I hope everyone is coping with the heat all right.

The band has been getting together every day to touch up the new tunes.Writing songs and constantly making changes is serious work.

And you can feel everyone's enthusiasm as the album comes together. We're all doing our best to make this our best production ever!

To answer my sweetheart fan who gets a shock everyday. It seems like I'm always posting sad news! Because you ask, I'll no longer be buying food from the festival carts!!!!!!

Anza JP Fri. 8/17/07

Anza JP 8/17/07 entry #2

Right Away!!

The second day of practice was longer and we did a standing walk through. Of course, as we rehearse the script you think "Wow! All the actors are so amazing!!"

Very soon I'll have all my lines memorized. That was fast!

There's just one speech to a man that I find difficult to remember. I need to try harder!

Also, I usually show up in my gym suit , but my part calls for me to wear a yakuta, so I'll have to practice in that soon.

As for me, the role of the Samurai woman is the perfect part. It'll be fun to wear a yakuta more. (laugh)

In the training room you can feel the enthusiasm of all the actors and all the staff hotly. Tomorrow, the pace will likely be frantic!!I'll stretch my legs before I start, so I can deliver my speech when it comes to it!!!!

*This is the second entry of the day and it actually comes after the entry posted below.*
Matt
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Stage Meeting

In September, I perform in the musical, "Ai, Toki wo koete (Love, across the time) Sekigahara ibun" and practice has already begun.

I was a bit nervous when I first met the cast and staff, but now it's exciting to be working in the training room.

Because I have a lot of theater experience, it's delightful to bring a story to life after a long time away from the stage. I'm very happy!

Now, I'm working with a truly wonderful cast, so I'll have to work hard if I don't want to look unpolished.

Also, we've been struck by many small earthquakes. They started as slight tremors, now they're getting stronger.

This morning there was a level 4 earthquake which made me jump to my feet. Man, it surprised me! There was no damage, but it is unsettling. (Worry)

Today there's no photograph. I forgot to take one.

http://www.artistjapan.co.jp/ai,tokiwokoete.htm

Anza didn't upload a pic, so I posted the musical posters. This is the show she's talking about. There's also a link to the official site.