Today’s, uh, Advent offering is from the musical “Mame”. I’m sharing it to change up the music a bit—the last two days have been solemn. And in Advent we’re allowed to anticipate joy.
If you're unfamiliar with the Auntie Mame story, a freewheeling Manhattan
socialite finds her life changed when the orphaned son of her tight-assed
brother shows up on her doorstep. Mame’s motto is “Life is a banquet and most
poor sons of bitches are starving to death.” There’s a turn-up when she loses
her fortune post-1929 stock crash; she cycles through several unsuccessful
attempts at earning a living, culminating in a disastrous stint in the Macy’s
toy department at Christmas.
So when the cast sings “We Need a Little Christmas”, it’s about
shedding fear and seizing the spirit of the season. This is certainly
applicable for a lot of people who may not have lost fortunes but are worried
about any number of things. Finances, hunger, healthcare, missile strikes,
power outages, freezing weather…
This recording features Angela Lansbury, who originated the role on Broadway. Since we lost her this year, seems appropriate to have her voice ring out loud.
May all who are in need feel Christmas before our spirit falls again.
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