Darren Appreciation Thread: General News about Darren for 2017

It is really short, isn't it?! 

Doesn't it look like the bottom right pic?   But that source was dated back in May 2017 (when he definitely still had his curls), so he was wearing a wig for this pic.


Darren Criss as Andrew Cunanan in The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story

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The comments from friends to Darren's new haircut pic are funny. 



From dcriss-archive:












Kevin McHale also posted a comment too. 

IM RIGHT HERE

— Kevin McHale (@druidDUDE) November 12, 2017

Also  (haha!  Mia's comment): 




dcriss-archive:
   Comments on Darren’s Nov. 11th instagram post






I'm surprised there are not more wise-crack jokes from his StarKid friends. 







Also, Darren was at the Ahmanson Theatre for a show.    One thing about people who have very short hair; it really brings out your facial features more.  Darren's eyes seem to be more prominent now.

From dcriss-archive:


bsaporsantos: idk how but i saw @DarrenCriss at the ahmanson





He is looking a little tired around the eyes.  I wonder if that is on purpose (assuming this is for Versace filming)?   (Instructions to Darren from Versace powers-to-be:  "Don't sleep so that you look tired!"     haha.  Probably not for filming, then.)   It's probably just because Darren likes to be out and about . . .

I'm sure it's for ACS, but that is definitely my least fav hairstyle for Darren.     
It's interesting though, this is now one of his most liked posts on Instagram (only behind that sunburn selfie and the pics with Melissa and Grant from the Supergirl/Flash sets, which naturally got more attention), so the more casual fans don't seem to hate it as much.

It's not my favorite haircut/hairstyle either.  It's interesting what you said Lin, about the number of Likes on that instagram.   Could be because folks are very excited about seeing him on Versace (I know I am!), or maybe folks really do like this haircut (how dare they!). 

From dcriss-archive:


Aw, this is cool.  Wishing Darren and Mia many, many nights singing beloved show tunes at the top of their lungs.    Both this pic and the next pic really do show how with his new "do," Darren's eyes really pop.  

a_blanchet: Darren and Mia’s new piano bar in Hollywood @trampstampgrannys. What a night tho…






This fan has such a sweet smile.  Love her cute hair.    (My mom used to do my hair that way when I was a little girl.  ) At the Ahmanson Theatre for "Bright Star."


dcriss-archive:
   michelle.faith_: lil late but @darrencriss looks like he can be my older brother

   atmichellee: I pointed out @DarrenCriss while seeing bright star but in reality he’s was the bright star. Lowkey he’s my long lost brother

Broadway.com wrote:
The Fans Have Spoken! The Top 10 Ryan Murphy Favorites You Want to See on Broadway

November 13, 2017

What’s curing our case of the Mondays? The fact that the finale episode of American Horror Story: Cult is tomorrow, that’s what! Stage-and-screen star Cheyenne Jackson spent some time with us last week on Show People with Paul Wontorek, and we’re still recovering from that steamy casting for The Boys in the Band. Basically, the Broadway.com staff is obsessed with the performers in Ryan Murphy’s entertainment realm. We asked you which Murphy favorite you’d like to see on Broadway, either in an epic debut or welcome return. Eight returns, two debuts and one Tony winner made your top 10.


1. Darren Criss

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From Darren Criss Army:


Darren enjoying some good food in Miami. 

via_emilia9:  It was an honor to have @darrencriss for dinner! Thank you for your visit #ViaEmiliaExperience
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bbsy3guDQZv/





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Oh wow.  This is a nice surprise!  This is a possibility for me (hopefully), I think. 



From Dcriss-archive:

haha.  This is a cool way to make an announcement!

Via Darren’s Instagram Story (November 21st, 2017)

via dcriss-archive














Link
Link:  http://darrencriss.us15.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=5a56534f03536f5619fb9c6af&id=1f24c7ef22










Via Darren’s newsletter Fan Pre-Sale + M&G Packages: Tuesday, November 28th at 10am PT. Link to Buy Tickets (November 21st, 2017)

Link for Tickets:  https://www.ticketfly.com/event/1597645?mc_cid=784ddb7070&mc_eid=59c12c3b29










Via Darren’s Instagram Story (November 21st, 2017)

*Link to sign-up

*Link to sign up:  http://darrencriss.us15.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=5a56534f03536f5619fb9c6af&id=1f24c7ef22

The University Record wrote:
Author Jesmyn Ward to deliver Winter Commencement address

November 20, 2017

Award-winning author, Tulane University professor and MacArthur Fellow Jesmyn Ward will deliver the address at the 2017 University of Michigan Winter Commencement.

She also is one of 10 Bicentennial Alumni Award recipients being honored at the ceremony, which will begin at 2 p.m. Dec. 17 in Crisler Center.

[. . . ]

In honor of the university’s 200th birthday, the university will bestow 10 U-M alumni with Bicentennial Alumni Awards, which were designed in part to highlight the excellence and impact of recent graduates. The university also awarded 10 alumni awards during Spring Commencement in May.

“The varied and multidimensional work of the alumni we are honoring is a source of great pride for the university,” said Provost Martin Philbert. “Their contributions in fields including the arts, health sciences, public policy, entertainment and philanthropy exemplify the university’s commitment to educating individuals who will act as both servants to and critics of society.”

In addition to Ward, the remaining nine recipients are:

- Darren Criss (Bachelor of Fine Arts, ‘09, SMTD)

Criss’ career spans film, music, stage and television. At U-M, he acted, directed and composed for the Basement Arts theater group. His career took a leap when he was cast on Fox’s “Glee” in 2010. Other TV credits include “American Horror Story: Hotel” and “The Flash.” He also starred in Broadway revivals, including “Hedwig and the Angry Inch” in 2015

Darren's Schedule:









     

November 28             Pre-sale at 10 am PST for Darren's concert at the Globe Theatre in L.A.
                                  Link to sign up for presale:   http://darrencriss.us15.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=5a56534f03536f5619fb9c6af&id=1f24c7ef22


                 
December 13            Holiday Variety Show (Charitable concert for The Girls Home & No Kid Hungry-L.A.)
                                 Tickets:  https://www.axs.com/events/342724/justin-long-chvrches-present-a-holiday-variety-show-tickets?skin=goldenvoice


December 15             Concert at the Globe Theatre in L.A.
                                  For tickets:  https://www.ticketfly.com/event/1597645?mc_cid=784ddb7070&mc_eid=59c12c3b29


December 17             Darren to be awarded the Bicentennial Alumni award at U of Michigan



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Aw, this is nice of Darren.  He is so supportive of others.  And Jordan does seem like a sweet person (and such a graceful dancer). 














This is interesting.  It look like Darren and Elvis Duran are involved with Mia's bar (as co-owners/co-investors?).









Happy thanksgiving to everyone who celebrates it.   It's been a busy year, in many ways stressful and bizarre, but I am grateful for so many things, for my family, my friends, for the people with good hearts and kind souls in the world, for all those who tirelessly fight for their rights and the rights of others.  I'm so grateful for all those who fight the good fight.

We don't celebrate Thanksgiving over here but a few shops do Black Friday. 

I'm gonna shop tomorrow. Not really for sparing money but for the ambiance, even if it's not as crazy as in the US 

haha.  I hope you have fun on black Friday, Jeremy. 

Surprise

Who's going to buy the CD + merchandise bundle? Pick it up here.

Jeremy and DaisiesAndLilies, thank you guys so much for posting!  haha!  Jeremy, you were right!  


I loved I Don't Mind since I heard him sing it on the Listen Up tour.   Watching and listening to him sing this song is just melting my heart.  Such a pretty song and he sings it so beautifully, with so much heartfelt emotion.   

This week is going to be a busy and stressful week for me.  What a nice surprise to see this lovely song performance from Darren.  It really lifted my spirits!   I still have to look at the package, but I usually buy both the CD and the iTunes album.  Thanks again both of you for posting these. 

Courage for your busy stressful week, Poppy

Lovely surprise!  I never thought he would record this song. He did say he was planning to release a solo EP this year ... sorry for doubting your word, Darren.

I think his hair is growing on me a little, but I still think it should be growing on him instead.




Wishing you a successful and hopefully not too stressful week, Poppy!

haha.  Jeremy, I love your announcing the YouTube video with the single word, "surprise." 

DaisiesAndLilies wrote:Who's going to buy the CD + merchandise bundle? Pick it up here.

 
Thank you for posting that Link to buy the CD package, DaisiesAndLilies!   So I just realized that the EP is not available on iTunes until December 15.  I hope folks buy the EP on iTunes on that day, to help Darren get on the iTunes music chart.     I think I'll buy the CD package that DaisiesAndLilies was so kind as to post the link to.  I don't have anything autographed by Darren, so it definitely will be worth it.

Lin wrote:Lovely surprise!  I never thought he would record this song. He did say he was planning to release a solo EP this year ... sorry for doubting your word, Darren.

I think his hair is growing on me a little, but I still think it should be growing on him instead.

 
You know, I didn't think he would record this song either.  I always liked the song a lot.  It's such a sweet song, and he performs it perfectly in such a quiet, genuinely personal way.  I really enjoyed watching him perform "I Don't Mind."   Also really enjoy watching the music artists on the various instruments in the video.  Are these the same folks he talked about before? 


So glad that Darren kept his promise and released this EP!   I can't wait to hear the studio production of the other songs!   

Lin wrote:I think his hair is growing on me a little, but I still think it should be growing on him instead.

haha!  you are so funny! Lin, I think the combo of the beard, the glasses, the casual hair and the plaid shirt (all in wonderful black and white) looks great on him. 


Thanks guys, for the well wishes.  Hope everyone has a good week too!  

Hope lots of people bought pre-sale tickets today for Darren's December 15 show at the Globe Theatre in Los Angeles!  Unfortunately, I am unable to go after all.   

I hope we get a lot of videos from those generous fans.  

From dcriss-archive:


Via Darren’s instagram story (November 28th, 2017) | Link


Link to buy tickets on Ticketfly:   https://www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/1597645/tfly?__utma=1.440671289.1511272001.1511886455.1511891067.6&__utmb=1.7.10.1511891067&__utmc=1&__utmx=-&__utmz=1.1511886455.5.3.utmcsr=smarturl.it|utmccn=(referral)|utmcmd=referral|utmcct=/DC_TheGlobe&__utmv=-&__utmk=91205530








Darren's Schedule:









     




                 
December 13            Holiday Variety Show (Charitable concert for The Girls Home & No Kid Hungry-L.A.)
                                 Tickets:  https://www.axs.com/events/342724/justin-long-chvrches-present-a-holiday-variety-show-tickets?skin=goldenvoice


December 15             Concert at the Globe Theatre in L.A.
                                  For tickets:  https://www.ticketfly.com/event/1597645?mc_cid=784ddb7070&mc_eid=59c12c3b29


December 17             Darren to be awarded the Bicentennial Alumni award at U of Michigan



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Tickets for Darren's December 15 launch concert at the Globe Theatre go on sale today. 









Darren's Schedule:






     

TicketFly wrote:
Friday December 15 DARREN CRISS

Globe Theatre
740 South Broadway
Los Angeles, Ca 90014

Doors 7:00 PM / Show 8:00 PM (event ends at 11:30 PM)


Join Darren for a special concert at the Globe Theatre in Downtown Los Angeles as he takes us through his life in songwriting and performing. From his early years as a teenager to his later career in TV & Broadway. Get ready for new songs, old songs, and of course, versions of songs you know but have never heard. It’s gonna be totally awesome.

FAN PRE-SALE - Tuesday 11/28 at 10am PT

ON SALE - Wednesday 11/29 at 10am PT

7pm - Doors Open
8pm-10pm - Performance

Opening in 1913, the Globe Theatre is the oldest functioning theatre on Broadway Street. Located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles' theatre district, the venue has welcomed celebrities such as Marilyn Monroe, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Charlie Chaplin.

ALL AGES

PARKING - There will be a valet booth directly in front of the venue, or you can find a lot nearby.

November 29            Tickets go on sale today for Darren's launch concert at the Globe Theatre in L.A.
                                 For tickets: https://www.ticketfly.com/event/1597645?mc_cid=784ddb7070&mc_eid=59c12c3b29
                             


                
December 13            Holiday Variety Show (Charitable concert for The Girls Home & No Kid Hungry-L.A.)
                                 Tickets:  https://www.axs.com/events/342724/justin-long-chvrches-present-a-holiday-variety-show-tickets?skin=goldenvoice


December 15             Concert at the Globe Theatre in L.A.
                                


December 17             Darren to be awarded the Bicentennial Alumni award at U of Michigan



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This is a much-needed public service announcement about the dangers of using your cell phone while driving.  haha.  I didn't realize immediately that the cyclist was also Darren.    


@DarrenCriss
Multitasking is cool and all but not while you’re driving. Remember that no matter what… #itcanwait #ad @itcanwait http://bit.ly/ATT_TCO2

via Darren Criss Army







From dcriss-archive:



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I really enjoyed that PSA video about not checking your cell while driving.  haha.  "Darren St."   





Tickets for Darren's December 15 launch concert at the Globe Theatre in L.A. are on sale now. 




From Dcriss-archive:


Via Darren’s instagram story (November 30th, 2017)












Link

Link to buy tickets:  https://www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/1597645/tfly?__utma=1.440671289.1511272001.1511886455.1511891067.6&__utmb=1.7.10.1511891067&__utmc=1&__utmx=-&__utmz=1.1511886455.5.3.utmcsr=smarturl.it|utmccn=(referral)|utmcmd=referral|utmcct=/DC_TheGlobe&__utmv=-&__utmk=91205530




Darren's Schedule:






     

TicketFly wrote:
Friday December 15 DARREN CRISS

Globe Theatre
740 South Broadway
Los Angeles, Ca 90014

Doors 7:00 PM / Show 8:00 PM (event ends at 11:30 PM)


Join Darren for a special concert at the Globe Theatre in Downtown Los Angeles as he takes us through his life in songwriting and performing. From his early years as a teenager to his later career in TV & Broadway. Get ready for new songs, old songs, and of course, versions of songs you know but have never heard. It’s gonna be totally awesome.

FAN PRE-SALE - Tuesday 11/28 at 10am PT

ON SALE - Wednesday 11/29 at 10am PT

7pm - Doors Open
8pm-10pm - Performance

Opening in 1913, the Globe Theatre is the oldest functioning theatre on Broadway Street. Located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles' theatre district, the venue has welcomed celebrities such as Marilyn Monroe, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Charlie Chaplin.

ALL AGES

PARKING - There will be a valet booth directly in front of the venue, or you can find a lot nearby.

November 29            Tickets go on sale today for Darren's launch concert at the Globe Theatre in L.A.
                                 For tickets: https://www.ticketfly.com/event/1597645?mc_cid=784ddb7070&mc_eid=59c12c3b29
                             


                
December 13            Holiday Variety Show (Charitable concert for The Girls Home & No Kid Hungry-L.A.)
                                 Tickets:  https://www.axs.com/events/342724/justin-long-chvrches-present-a-holiday-variety-show-tickets?skin=goldenvoice


December 15             Concert at the Globe Theatre in L.A.
                                


December 17             Darren to be awarded the Bicentennial Alumni award at U of Michigan



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She is a makeup artist and groomer. 

From dcriss-archive:


Via Kindra Mann’s instagram story (November 30th, 2017)