So I decided to do a video response on YouTube today, something I’ve never done. It’s karaoke: “Take Me or Leave Me” from Jonathan Larson’s musical RENT.

RENT was my favorite musical for many years. I saw it on Broadway three times when I was in college, going so far as to camp out for tickets overnight. I’ve also seen the travel company do it twice. In my younger days, I always thought it would be fun to play Maureen, despite my heterosexuality and the fact that I’m far more Joanne than I am Maureen. In any case, this gave me an opportunity to sing Maureen’s part “with” another person singing as Joanne.

Please be kind. My facial expressions are less than flattering sometimes, and I flubbed the end a little. But I think the rest is pretty solid. Hope you enjoy!

Here’s a link to the original video for anyone who wants to give it a try.

Christina Gleason (976 Posts)

That’s me: Christina Gleason. I’m a writer, editor, and disability advocate. I'm a multiply disabled autistic lady doing my best in this world built for abled people. I’m a geek for grammar, fantasy, and casual gaming. I hate vegetables. I cannot reliably speak, so I’ll happily conduct business over email or messaging instead.


By Christina Gleason

That’s me: Christina Gleason. I’m a writer, editor, and disability advocate. I'm a multiply disabled autistic lady doing my best in this world built for abled people. I’m a geek for grammar, fantasy, and casual gaming. I hate vegetables. I cannot reliably speak, so I’ll happily conduct business over email or messaging instead.

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