The Economist3d
Does every performance need a standing ovation?
THE SIGHT of a mediocre play in London’s West End receiving a standing ovation inspired our Back Story columnist to remark upon the rise of “ovation inflation”. Many readers responded with ...
Jennifer Lopez Tears Up as Sundance Premiere of ‘Kiss of the Spider Woman' Gets Standing Ovation: ‘I've Been Waiting For This Moment My Whole Life'
Jennifer Lopez, outfitted in sparkling, webbed-up gown and sky-high black heels, fought back tears as “Kiss of the Spider ...
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Neither Marlon Brando nor DiCaprio: This actor received the longest standing ovation in Oscars history, lasting over 10 minutes
It’s not uncommon for an actor or director to receive a lengthy standing ovation at one of the major film awards ceremonies. While this may partly be in recognition of impressive work on a ...
The Economist25d
Ovation inflation has spread from Broadway to London’s West End
Back Story saw three plays of wildly varying quality in London over the holidays, each culminating in a knee-jerk standing ovation ... In the grumpiest view, ovation inflation is part of a ...