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Finished the Wire, as did America! I watched episodes 5, 6 and 7 on Saturday — then 8, 9 and the finale on Sunday. Loved it. Ptolemy’s scene was great I thought — a really tough part to play, and he nailed it. Strongers performed last night also, so I did improv with him while the episode was playing, then went home and watched it on DVR. Surreal and fun.

It’s a strange mixture of “reality” (or what feels like reality — hard for a white honors student from Danbury Connecticut to know) and heightened moments of drama. They pull it off, though I wonder how they found a balance.

Edited to add: I am predictable.

I enjoyed the finale as an episode, a season finale and series finale. Definitely the best ending to a narrative show that I’ve ever seen. (I’ll take Newhart for the best ending to a comedy show). Any better?

Maude Night is tonight at UCBT. Four shows by the four “house sketch teams.” I’m directing Mix Tape ‘98 (second half of the 8pm slot). Do come out if you’re available. I’m watching all four. Collect them all!

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