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Barbra Streisand: We The Corporations? I Don't Think So.
Original at Huffington Post
• Thu, Jan 28
By Barbra Streisand Although President Obama convinced the American public in 2008 that the United States was headed in the wrong direction, we should not take for granted that Rove's plans would immediately unwind. By laying the ground work over eight years with the political appointments of judges, Rove...
Lopez 'graduated' as singer at hubby's birthday bash
Original at Ireland Online
• Wed, Dec 23
She said: “I sang a song for Marc's birthday, for his 40th birthday, called 'My Man,' which is an old Barbra Streisand song from 'Funny Girl'. ... and more »
Lea Michele reflects on singing Streisand - TV Squad
Original at TV Squad
• Mon, Dec 21
Lea Michele reflects on singing Streisand blog) I recognized that feeling, too, because I remember watching Barbra Streisand in Funny Girl in the movies and having the same feeling of identification. ...
Ephemera Ticket CollectiblesOriginal at ehow.com
• Fri, Dec 18
you what this is. This is actually a ticket to the West Coast premier of Barbra Streisand and Robert Redford in The Way We Were. How cool is that ... ehow.com
Directors think globally
Original at Variety
• Thu, Dec 17
which won for best film in the musical/comedy section), but only one woman has ever won the director prize: Barbra Streisand for 1983's "Yentl. ... and more »
Counting Down to 'Nine'
Original at Baltimore Sun
• Wed, Dec 16
Well, here she was, the original "Yentl." She played the role off-Broadway before Barbra Streisand ever thought of it. More recently, she departed from her ... and more »
'Rain on my Parade' on 'Glee' season finale; Lea Michele knocks Streisand ...
Original at New York Daily News
• Thu, Dec 10
Two Minute News of "Don't Rain on My Parade," for which she has some big shoes to fill (those would belong to none other than Barbra Streisand in "Funny Girl"). ... Glee' Doesn't Rain on Barbra's 'Parade'PopEater Review: Glee - Sectionals (winter finale)TV Squad (blog)
Who Has an EGOT? - Inside TV
Original at insidetv.aol.com
• Fri, Dec 4
Who Has an EGOT? Inside TV (blog) Barbra Streisand (actress, singer, director): Grammy (Album Of The Year, 'The Barbra Streisand Album,' 1963); Emmy ('My Name Is Barbra,' 1965); ...
Coming soon: the Susan Boyle TV special - TV Squad
Original at TV Squad
• Tue, Nov 24
Coming soon: the Susan Boyle TV special blog) In 1965, CBS outbid NBC for exclusive rights to Barbra Streisand for a series of musical TV specials, including her debut My Name Is Barbra, ... and more »
ONSTAGE & BACKSTAGE: Crazy for Ana — and Shoshana
Original at Playbill.com
• Mon, Nov 23
ONSTAGE & BACKSTAGE: Crazy for Ana — and Shoshana The second half is going to be songs from her CD "Superhero" and the first half is all Barbra Streisand! YES! Go to Shoshanabean.com for more info, ... and more »
Is Dustin Hoffman out of Little Fockers?
Original at Sify
• Sat, Nov 21
RTE.ie Hoffman and Barbra Streisand played Bernie and Roz Focker in Meet the Fockers, a sequel to Meet the Parents. According to ew.com, there has been strife ... Dustin Hoffman Pulls Out of 'Little Fockers' Actor and studio could not reach ...Softpedia all 32 news articles »
Take That, Gaga
Original at gawker.com
• Wed, Oct 7
By Brian Moylan Barbra Streisand pulls off upset victory in the battle for gay America's musical soul.
THE LEGENDARY BARBRA STREISAND: ON PERFORMANCE & HER NEW CD
Original at CINEMATIC PASSIONS BY MIRANDA WILDING
• Tue, Sep 29
By Miranda Wilding Ms. Streisand didn’t have to worry about that kind of reaction during a weekend performance at the famed VILLAGE VANGUARD, a tiny but historic jazz club in MANHATTAN’S GREENWICH VILLAGE (and where she tried, unsuccessfully, to perform nearly four decades ago).
Today a Musical War Is Waged for Gay America's Soul
Original at gawker.com
• Tue, Sep 29
By Brian Moylan As long as Britney can hold it together, she'll continue to be relevant for a certain crowd that came out to her hits earlier this decade, but it's Gaga who will be holding sway from 2010 on. Let's just hope that she has enough kooky kostumes in that pretty little head of hers to keep her going fo...
Barbra Streisand: The ultimate female icon
Original at Examiner.com
• Sun, Aug 30
From the moment she burst onto the scene in Funny Girl, Barbra Streisand has become the ultimate Jewish icon. She has consistently stood up against ... Big names and wannabes set to belt — and battle — over the 'Diva ...Denver Post all 2 news articles »
What's opening Friday, August 14?
Original at Oxford Press
• Thu, Aug 13
Funny Girl: I've never been a big Barbra Streisand fan, but I have to admit this is probably the best filmed showcase of her talent. and more »
BARBRA STREISAND AUCTIONS POSSESSIONS FOR CHARITY
Original at CINEMATIC PASSIONS BY MIRANDA WILDING
• Thu, Aug 6
By Miranda Wilding This October BARBRA STREISAND will auction more than 400 personal items to benefit her charity. A collector throughout her career, Ms. Streisand is selling costumes from her films, including a dress from FUNNY LADY and a robe from THE WAY WE WERE.
Assistant to Barbra Streisand Tina Fortenberry collared on drug ...
Original at New York Daily News
• Sun, May 10
NY BY Caitlin Millat "Funny Girl" Barbra Streisand won't be laughing about this one: her assistant was busted on drug charges. Tina Fortenberry was arrested in Malibu on Wednesday after cops found cocaine, methamphetamines and a dangerous weapon inside ...
Barbra Streisand 3-Disc DVD Set Out April 28
Original at Starpulse.com
• Sat, Apr 18
CT Streisand The Concerts is an extraordinary collection of the very best moments and highlights from Barbra Streisand's legendary career and includes more than 60 songs spanning classics such as "Funny Girl," "The Way We Were," and "People," as well as ...
Concert Review: Vocalist Linda Eder performs brilliantly
Original at NewsOK.com
• Mon, Apr 13
OK Early in her career, Eder often was compared to Barbra Streisand. She demonstrated why with an impassioned rendition of "Don’t Rain on My Parade.” Eder’s homage to Judy Garland, another important influence, included the lively "Trolley Song” and the ...
Barbra Streisand - The Concerts on DVD
Original at DVD.nl
• Fri, Mar 13
Netherlands Op de 3-DVD box Barbra Streisand - The Concerts vind je al haar hoogtepunten bij elkaar. DVD-1 Live In Concert 2006 bevat de nog niet eerder verschenen show van haar tour uit 2006 opgenomen in Fort Lauderdale met maar liefst 30 songs, ...
'Milk' star Josh Brolin really hates bad reviews!
Original at Los Angeles Times Blogs
• Wed, Jan 7
By ESNEAD The son of James Brolin and stepson of Barbra Streisand recalled Brantley’s hurtful words when he starred in the 2000 Broadway revival of Sam Shepard's "True West." Photo: Sean Penn and Josh Brolin looked like they were feeling no pain at the N.Y. Film Critics Awards. Credit: WireImage
Filter figures out Idol judges' favorites
Original at MiamiHerald.com
• Tue, Jan 6
By Howard Cohen Whitney Houston – Greatest Love of All George Michael – Faith Cher – All or Nothing Rihanna – Pon de Replay Natasha Bedingfield – These Words Barbra Streisand/Donna Summer – No More Tears (Enough is Enough). This one worked for Season 3's Diana DeGarmo.Tony Bennett – I Left My Heart in San Fra...
Beyonce Pays Tribute To Barbra StreisandOriginal at cignasightandsound (Blogspot)
• Wed, Dec 31
By noreply@blogger.com (Lamar) I've had enough and I'm about to expose them both... I've been quiet for a long time," Lil Kim told Hip-Hop Weekly. Lil' Kim is reportedly very unhappy with the way she is portrayed in the film and is now threatening Ms. Wallace, Biggie's mother, who was one of the producers of the movie."I'm very di...
Silent Night
Original at MetaFilter
• Thu, Dec 11
By twoleftfeet Additional performances by Simon & Garfunkel, John Denver & the Muppets, Elvis, Andy Williams, The White Stripes, Britney Spears, Frank Sinatra, The Three Tenors, Olivia Newton John, Bing Crosby, Tom Waits, Jewel, Stevie Nicks, Stevie Nicks with Tom Petty, Mariah Carey, Na...
When Bush Met Babs: A Defamer Romance [Power Couples]
Original at Defamer
• Mon, Dec 8
• 2 related articles
By STV Bush: "Ms. Streisand." Streisand: "Mr. President." Streisand: "I know, I know. Just... whatever. Quickly." Streisand: *scowls* Streisand: "That's enough." Streisand: *touches Bush's shoulder* "That's enough." Streisand: "OK." Streisand: *smiles, clears throat*
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Babs And Bush Share A Kiss
Original at perezhilton.com
• Mon, Dec 8
By Perez Hilton As we mentioned a few months ago, Barbra Streisand was chosen as a recipient for the prestigious Kennedy Center Honors. The awards recognize individuals who helped "define American culture through the performing arts." Among those also receiving awards this weekend were Morgarn Freem...
President Bush and Barbra Streisand Share Awkward Kiss
Original at Usmagazine.com celebrity
• Mon, Dec 8
By Alissa R At Sunday's Kennedy Center Honors, President Bush honored his famous foe Barbra Streisand for her contributions to American culture. Art transcends politics this weekend," said Streisand, a longtime Democrat who has previously claimed that Bush's election wins in 2000 and 2004 were...
Babs Smooches Bush!Original at gawker.com
• Mon, Dec 8
By Pareene Here's Babs performing in 2006 in Philadelphia. There is a funny skit, about how Bush is a moron. Comedy! (This skit was directed by Sidney Pollack.) (No, it wasn't.) Man, can you believe she kissed that guy? Now James Brolin is going to kick the president's ass.
Babs Smooches Bush! [Memories]Original at Gawker
• Mon, Dec 8
By Pareene Here's Babs performing in 2006 in Philadelphia. There is a funny skit, about how Bush is a moron. Comedy! (This skit was directed by Sidney Pollack.) (No, it wasn't.) Man, can you believe she kissed that guy? Now James Brolin is going to kick the president's ass.
60 Minutes scores with Obama
Original at TV Squad
• Tue, Nov 18
By Allison Waldman The enthusiasm and excitement for Obama is not unusual when you're talking about a new president. I recall this kind of buzz before Bill Clinton took office in 1993. The Clinton Inaugural even warranted a two-hour TV special that featured a glitzy array of celebrity Friends of Bill, like Ba...
Grammy Winner David Foster to Score BETTY BOOP on Broadway
Original at Broadway World
• Fri, Nov 7
Betty Boop, a new musical, will feature music by 15-time Grammy� Award winner David Foster, with book by Sally Robinson and Oscar Williams. The show is planning to debut on Broadway in the 2010-2011 season at a Nederlander theatre to be announced. Produced by Ostar Productions, additiona...
ALW's 60th Birthday Marked with New CD Release
Original at Phantom of the Opera .com
• Sat, Oct 4
From Elvis Presley singing "It's Easy For You" (the song that Andrew and Tim Rice wrote especially for him) to Barbra Streisand, Sarah Brightman, Shirley Bassey, John Barrowman, Michael Crawford, Madonna, Tom Jones and rocker Alice Cooper (singing King Herod's Song) this collection...
Barbra Streisand: The Politics of Distraction, Hypocrisy and Blame
Original at Huffington Post
• Wed, Oct 1
By Barbra Streisand The Republicans fight dirty... they take every opportunity to shift the political conversation from substance to frivolity. They don't want the public to see the huge differences between the two parties. Less than two weeks ago, John McCain mocked Senator Obama's appearance at a Hollywood...
Barbra Streisand: Is This a Democracy or a Monarchy?
Original at Huffington Post
• Sun, Sep 28
By Barbra Streisand We are already seeing the continuation of the Bush-Cheney reign of secrecy with the cloistering of Sarah Palin. The McCain campaign wants to keep her in hiding [along with his medical records] and shelter her from rigorous vetting. This woman is running for Vice President of the United Sta...
Barbra Streisand: The Country Can't Afford to Elect John McCain
Original at Huffington Post
• Sat, Sep 20
By Barbra Streisand McCain has illustrated his lack of judgment time and time again. Not only did he pick an unqualified running mate, but he supported the Bush Doctrine, this preemptive, unnecessary war in Iraq, a war that Barack Obama was against from the beginning. Five years later, the war continues, cost...
Barbra Streisand: “McCain’s Selection of Governor Palin is a Transparent and Irresponsible Decision”
Original at www.gabbybabble.celebuzz.com
• Sun, Sep 7
By gdaysunshine September 7th, 2008 Barbra Streisand: “McCain’s Selection of Governor Palin is a Transparent and Irresponsible Decision” Barbra Streisand wrote about her disappointment in Senator John McCain’s pick for his vice president. Below is just a portion of her post, but check out her blog to...
Full Albums #1065 - Slipknot, Bon Jovi, Barbra Streisand, , Celine Dion, Elton John
Original at tHe SkY iS sO bLuE
• Thu, Aug 21
By noreply@blogger.com (tHe SkY iS sO bLuE) Barbra Streisand - Till I Loved You [1988] Celine Dion - Ultimate Box (2008) Disc: 2 1. Your Song 2. I Need You To Turn To 3. Take Me To the Pilot 4. No Shoe Strings On Louise 5. Sixty Years On 6. The Greatest Discovery 7. The Cage 8. The King Must Die 9. Rock and Roll Madonna 10. Thank You MamaDownload:
Chichester 2008 – Preview
Original at IndieLondon
• Sun, Mar 23
By Rob Commissioned by American agent/producer Ray Stark to glorify his mother-in-law, Fanny Brice, the famous American comedienne, Funny Girl opened on Broadway on March 26, 1964 with Barbra Streisand in the name part and ran for 1,346 performances, making Miss Streisand a star. It was seen...
Barbra Streisand Motors Through Beverly Hills [Hollywood PrivacyWatch]
Original at Defamer
• Fri, Oct 5
By Seth · This afternoon (Oct 2) at about 3:30p, Barbara Streisand was rolling through a four way stop in Beverly Hills by the Post Office on Maple. She sped through the intersection in her black Cayenne Turbo almost clipping a pedestrian. Nice!
Beehives: Big hair is all the buzz - Seattle Times
Original at seattletimes.nwsource.com
• Mon, Jul 23
Beehives: Big hair is all the buzz Seattle Times, United States - This less-sticky version is a little more relaxed — think Brigitte Bardot's teased but tousled look, not Barbra Streisand in "Funny Girl. ...
STREISAND SHOCKS STAFF WITH DIVA DEMANDS
Original at PR Inside (Pressemitteilung)
• Thu, Jul 19
PR-inside.com) BARBRA STREISAND has shocked hotel staff in a top London hotel by issuing a long list of demands during her stay in the British capital. The diva is staying in a �6,000 ($12,000)-a-night suite in the city's Dorchester Hotel, and has reportedly issued employees with strict r...
MCD committee to examine Streisand chaos
Original at Irish Times
• Tue, Jul 17
Concert promoters MCD have announced the establishment of a specialist committee to examine the problems at last Saturday night's Barbra Streisand concert at Castletown House, Co Kildare.
Streisand concert organisers apologise for delays
Original at BreakingNews.ie
• Sun, Jul 15
By BreakingNews.ie / TCM Concert promoters today apologised to thousands of Barbra Streisand fans who faced massive delays and seating nightmares at her show in Co Kildare.
Star Turns, Close Enough to Touch - New York Times
Original at NYT > Barbra Streisand
• Wed, Jul 11
New York TimesStar Turns, Close Enough to Touch New York Times, United States - In May high ticket prices may have caused protests in Italy, where consumer groups deemed shameful the up-to-$1200 tickets for a Barbra Streisand stadium ...
Streisand's New Album Debuts Highly in Billboard Charts - Broadway World
Original at Broadway World
• Mon, May 21
Streisand's New Album Debuts Highly in Billboard Charts NY - May 21, 2007 Seven is proving to be a lucky number for Barbra Streisand this week as her new album, "Live In Concert 2006" becomes the 7th Barbra Streisand album to ...
Podcast: Retro Redux: Outdoor Concerts - From Early Americana To StreisandOriginal at Blogcritics
• Wed, Apr 18
By Big Geez For years, Central Park in New York has drawn a lot of attention by hosting huge concerts starring Barbra Streisand and others. But for over a century New Yorkers have enjoyed all kinds of music in the park, and other large cities have similar traditions, with many different varieties of en...
Enter to Win! BC Film and Shout! Factory Team Up to Bring You Cool Stuff!
Original at Blogcritics
• Mon, Mar 26
By Lisa McKay Inside the Actors Studio: Icons – This DVD box set brings you some classic moments from the Bravo cable network's legendary program. James Lipton's probing interviews over the years have resulted in some memorable moments for viewers and artists alike. This set features interviews with...
Opinion: Comparisons To Barbra Streisand Drive Nellie McKay To Nervous Breakdown
Original at Defamer
• Wed, Nov 30
By Seth In a recent LA Times review of her Wiltern show, Apple's stage demeanor was likened to an exorcism ("...she clutches her dress, twists her head and shakes her shoulders as if trying to exorcise the building tension inside"). Paired with the McKay report, it safely sounds like we are entering a...
Oscar Hangover: Revisiting Dustin Hoffman
Original at Defamer
• Tue, Mar 1
By Mark · The curtain is raised and Hoffman and Barbra Streisand waddle toward the mic at the front of the stage. Hoffman looks confused that he must hold both the Oscar envelope and Streisand's hand. He fumbles with the envelope before finally pulling off this stunt of extreme coordination.