A: is for art that is life size

There is nothing more spectacular than seeing a film shown widescreen, as the orchestra and singers perform what was written, live. Add to that a cult film, with and audience who adores anything and everything that is being put before them, and the mood becomes infectious. Thus was the case when Lord of The Rings played at Radio City this weekend. As the opening credits swam over the screen, the music of middle earth was unearthed by 300 musicians. Three and a half hours, those of us who were privileged enough, were on our feet applauding loudly. Swiss conductor Ludwig Wicki, the 21st Century Symphony Orchestra, the New York-based Collegiate Chorale; and the Brooklyn Youth Chorus, executing the music of Howard Shore with ominous reverence. The musical themes of each segment soared to life. This is a beloved story that leaves it's audience sighing in contentment and reverie. It was exciting watching The Lord of the Rings with a crowd who knew every line and nuance. As each character was introduced (especially Viggo Mortensen and Orlando Bloom) and of course the minor cameo of Peter Jackson. I can not recommend seeing a film like this highly enough; for it is a joy hearing this music live and made one terrific night at the theater and that is a F.A.C.T.