Darren Appreciation Thread: General News about Darren for 2016

Darren posted some amusing tweets today. 


This one certainly set off a chain reaction.   Just had to laugh.   













But wait, there's more . . .















Darren is such a good sport.  He really is pretty sweet to others.





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As I said, he's really very sweet and accommodating to others.  Most people/celebrities would not consistently be so kind.


“The only thing cooler than getting to watch the new Ghostbusters movie at an early screening at work was watching it with Darren Criss sitting in front of me! The movie was hilarious, Darren was super nice. ‪#‎whoyougonnacall‬ ” | source

 
Doesn't answer his friends' texts, but replies to some random guy who took a picture of him in the subway... tsssk, Darren! But I always love when he (very nicely) calls out people who think they were being sneaky.

That whole twitter exchange is hilarious! Darren's message with his lack of communicating and Jenna's responding DARREN!!!   Can't stop laughing! "Pretty sure I have an unanswered text in there somewhere" lol!  He is so busted! Good for us though that he is so busy he doesn't have the time to respond.    

I'm a big Blina fan and have a huge soft spot for Jenna so seeing her and  DC  interact is very nice. I remember someone took a pic of them on the tube last year? And they were on their way to see a show together. Very cute. He seems to be hanging out with Kevin a lot too. It's just cool to see the Gleeks hang out.

Hi Lin.  Hope you did well on your exams! 

Lin wrote:Doesn't answer his friends' texts, but replies to some random guy who took a picture of him in the subway... tsssk, Darren!

dusty wrote:That whole twitter exchange is hilarious! Darren's message with his lack of communicating and Jenna's responding DARREN!!!   Can't stop laughing! "Pretty sure I have an unanswered text in there somewhere" lol!  He is so busted!

haha!   

I admit that I browsed some of the fans' responses to Darren's tweet.    Some were horrified.  Some of the fans were very (sweetly) concerned for Darren.  One fan even helpfully suggested Darren look in those unanswered calls/emails to see if he received any news of Link Larkin (Hairspray Live).

Do you guys have the impression that Darren purposely likes to amuse his friends with self-deprecating humor?    I have a feeling there is a reason why we see pics of Darren as a clown, because he may have been a class clown when younger and still enjoys making people laugh.

Lin wrote:But I always love when he (very nicely) calls out people who think they were being sneaky.

Yes, I agree with this.  I admire his tactfulness, when he calls people out for trying to sneak in a pic of him in public.  If you want a pic, just ask.  Knowing Darren, he almost always says yes (and when he says "no," it's for a good reason). 

dusty wrote:Good for us though that he is so busy he doesn't have the time to respond.    

I hope that he's busy working on fun stuff (for us to enjoy later), as well as having fun!   I have to say, I noticed the bags under his eyes in these two pics.  He especially looks tired in the second pic.


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“The only thing cooler than getting to watch the new Ghostbusters movie at an early screening at work was watching it with Darren Criss sitting in front of me! The movie was hilarious, Darren was super nice. ‪#‎whoyougonnacall‬ ” |

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From dailydarrennews:

kristendallo: Intern Challenge = calling @DarrenCriss to be ur date to the EW GhostBusters screening so u can win      #timeincinterns





And Darren continues to try to make us laugh and smile.    ha! "ChapSnat"






Also from dailydarrennews:


darrencriss: Now that it’s back in the theater, I would like to officially endorse my love for @singstreetmovie. Was obsessed with this film at Sundance. Can’t understand how it didn’t make a bigger splash. To me, it’s up there with all the classic band movie greats. Can’t wait for people to hear the original songs at the Oscars- all tunes I so desperately wish I wrote. Never seen a movie that has better portrayed that journey of musical adolescence- of what it’s like to search for and find your voice through music. This one’s especially for all band-obsessed siblings, growing up listening to records in their basement @CharlesCriss. Go see it now and buy the soundtrack and dance around your room like I am right now. Drive It Like You Stole It!




I love how much he shows his support for art that touches him.   I remember seeing a preview for this film, and thinking it looks fun and that I'll like to see it.   It sounds like the film really connected with Darren on a personal level, in terms of his experience of "that journey of musical adolescence--of what it's like to search for and find your voice through music," as well as the connection that he and Chuck shared over their love of music and the nostalgic memory of both Criss brothers listening to music in their basement (which is also where Darren spoke about surreptitiously watching Hedwig and the Angry Inch). 

dusty wrote:I'm a big Blina fan and have a huge soft spot for Jenna so seeing her and  DC  interact is very nice. I remember someone took a pic of them on the tube last year? And they were on their way to see a show together. Very cute. He seems to be hanging out with Kevin a lot too. It's just cool to see the Gleeks hang out.

Me too, dusty!    Both Darren and Jenna are so sweet and kind, along with Harry.   I love it when I see pics of Harry and Jenna together with Darren.  I also love Jane Lynch and Darren's friendship. 



Enjoy! 






Darren and Jennna seeing “Chicago: The Musical” on Broadway | October 31, 2015
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October 31, 2015
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[UHQ] Darren Criss and Jenna Ushkowitz (costars on the TV show ‘GLEE’) pose backstage at the hit musical 'Hedwig and The Angry Inch’ on Broadway at The Belasco Theater on June 10, 2015 in New York City.







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Jenna Ushkowitz and Darren Criss at the DGF’s Lucky Stars Gala October 26, 2015




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[UHQ] Darren Criss and Jenna Ushkowitz attend DGF’s Gala: Great Writers Thank Their Lucky Stars at Gotham Hall on October 26, 2015 in New York City.






Even before Glee was over, Jenna and Darren saw shows together. 

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jushkowitznews December 29th, 2014:
amanda.monty Remember that time when I went to see Side Show and met Darren Criss and Jenna Ushkowitz?













P.S.   Would love for Darren to invite the Season 5 New Directions seniors to Elsie Fest 2016!   Let's have a mini-reunion of Jenna, Chord and Kevin!

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sickofmyownvoice:
30 Mins! The graduate. @jennaushkowitz @chordover @darrencriss. Loved tonight’s version of “Loser Like Me” we got to do.



Cute gifs:
 

 

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From dailydarrrennews:

Darren was in Ft. Greene Park in Brooklyn, performing and doing some introductions of other entertainers for "Broadway in the Boros," featuring music from "Beautiful," the Broadway musical about Carole King.


He stated in an interview that he will be making announcements about Elsie Fest in a week or two.    Go here for more discussion:  Elsie Fest 2016


So glad that we will be getting announcements about Elsie Fest 2016 very soon! 


A couple of videos of him performing "One Fine Day." 

 

abrokman1 @darrencriss gives an amazing FREE performance for @madein_ny #bwayintheboros
 

Darren Criss performing at Broadway in the Boros on July 15th, 2016 | source

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From dailydarrennews:



Darren Criss at Broadway in the Boros on July 15th, 2016 (x)







I'm glad to say, that he is looking more rested. 


steph browne‏ Thanks @DarrenCriss for joining us at #BwayintheBoros this afternoon and sharing the @Carole_King love!







With other performers:

Douglas Lyons‏ @DarrenCriss and The Drifters of @BeautifulOnBway! Great performance in Fort Greene Park today.




With Some fans:


misohungrrry Ran into @darrencriss @fortgreenepark and he wanted to help me make an special announcement #bunintheoven







 

@PumpkinPie522 @DarrenCriss thank you so much for being sweet as usual. Sad I missed the performance but always a pleasure







abrokman1 Hanging w/ @darrencrissbackstage of #bwayintheboros in Fort Greene Park!

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LQ | NEW YORK, NY - JULY 15: Darren Criss performs at ‘Broadway In The Boros’ in Fort Greene Park Brooklyn on July 15, 2016 in New York City.










LQ | NEW YORK, NY - JULY 15: Darren Criss attends ‘Broadway In The Boros’ in Fort Greene Park Brooklyn on July 15, 2016 in New York City.
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HQ | NEW YORK, NY - JULY 15: Darren Criss performs during Broadway In The Boros’ at Fort Greene Park Brooklyn on July 15, 2016 in New York City.



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From dailydarrennews




So frightening.   





Shifting gears.
This was a nice thing for him to say about Darren.  Kevin Duda also has a beautiful voice.    Look him up on Youtube.

Actor in the original Broadway production of “Beautiful”






Aw, this is cool.  I hope Leslie does Elsie Fest again.



Darren Criss and Leslie Odom Jr after the performance of The Human on Broadway on July 15th, 2016 | source


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From dailydarrennews:

Continuing on Darren's night out in NYC:

With Alexander Sharp

alexanderiansharp1 New York New York @darrencriss @jamessoldan22




gabbygdbMe: and my baby my baby and me

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Just look how joyous Darren looks.  Great edit, great pic. 


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Darren Criss attends Broadway in the Boros at Fort Greene Park, Brooklyn on July 15, 2016 NYC
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From dailydarrennews:


chadt_nyc: That time I ran into @darrencriss at The Public. What a sweet guy and a babe! #darrencriss #celebrity #selfie #stalker

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From dailydarrennews








Broadway in the Boros With Cast of BEAUTIFUL and Surprise Guest Darren Criss | Broadway.com

The cast of BEAUTIFUL - The Carole King Musical wowed the crowd as they showcased hit songs “On Broadway,” “Will You Still Love MeTomorrow,” “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’” and “Natural Woman.” Daren Criss, star singer and actor, surprised the crowd with a special guest appearance performing Carole King’s “One Fine Day”!

 - Broadway in the Boros With Cast of BEAUTIFUL and Surprise Guest Darren Criss

From dailydarrennews:

 
A longer video of Darren at Broadway in the Boros. 

From dailydarrennews:


More pics from Broadway in the Boros.



This one made me laugh. 

Broadway in the Boros - July 15, 2016






Broadway in the Boros - July 15, 2016






Broadway in the Boros - July 15, 2016






@tlos_loveJP: I met @DarrenCriss He spoke Japanese  「arigatogozaimasu ! genkidesuka, ….」 July 15, 2016 #DarrenCrisy

Aw, I love it when Darren tries to communicate in his fans' language. 







Tweets from friends.




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Erich Bergen was in the film "Jersey Boys."   Here is more info about the BroadwayForOrlando singing challenge.  BroadwayWorld










Nick was talking about the harassment on twitter, some of which was racist, of actor Leslie Jones.   Here is an article about what happened: nytimes  I absolutely hate seeing such vile and disgusting behavior and being able to do it online is so common because of no consequences.

Some nice edits of pics of Darren at Broadway in the Boros.











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Darren Criss attends Broadway In The Boros’ at Fort Greene Park Brooklyn on July 15, 2016 in New York City.
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I like to watch people with expressive faces. 

 

 
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From dailydarrennews:

Darren and some of the Transformers Robots in Disguise cast are at the San Diego Comic-Con.   Based on CESD Talent's tweet, Transformers Robots in Disguise have a panel tomorrow. 


Anyone in the vicinity of San Diego tomorrow? 








@CESDTalent: 1Day til @Comic_Con & #CESDTalent @willfriedle & @DarrenCriss R at #Transformers Panel Thu at 2pm Room 5AB #CNatSDCC

Why does he stare at that guy ?

Hi Jeremy,

Ha!   That guy looks like Michael Samonte, Darren's publicist.     He's probably telling Darren to clean out his text messages, voice mails and emails, and that's Darren's response.  

From dailydarrennews:


Darren at San Diego Comic-Con:



That room is gonna be crowded!

From dailydarrennews:


Darren Criss at Transformers panel at SDCC 2016 |source




@daggyvamp I’ve just realises Darren Criss from Glee was in the middle of that Transformers panel. #sdcc