From: riddle@brahms.udel.edu (Tammy Riddle)
Newsgroups: rec.arts.tv.soaps
Subject: DOOL:  SOW Info
Date: 12 Oct 92 20:28:22 GMT
Organization: University of Delaware

A LIFE ENDS, A LIFE BEGINS ON DAYS

Isabella takes her last breath as a pregnant Jennifer goes into
her final stages of labor this Friday on DOOL, as the two
emotional storylines come to a bittersweet climax.

Although not the original intent of the writers, linking the two
plots seemed inevitable.  "Initially Jennifer's baby was going to
be born early, right at the end of summer.  But due to Missy's
schedule, that wasn't possible," says head writer Sheri Anderson,
referring to the fact that Reeves, who was pregnant in real life,
was ordered to stop working earlier than expected by her doctor. 
Soon afterward, the actress gave birth to a baby girl -- Emily
Taylor, Reeves, June 23 --and went on maternity leave.

"Then Staci Greason made the decision to leave the show when her
contract expired," Anderson continues, "and we decided to have
Isabella die.  At this point, I immediately thought, 'Let's have
Isabella's death and Jennifer's baby's birth happen on the same
day.'

"In analyzing both stories, we really wanted to focus on the
relations ships and strong love between both couples and how each
deals with the reality of life," she explains.  "We decided to
explore the two ends of the spectrum -- life and death.  By
counterpointing the stories -- two events that are rich unto
themselves -- we thought it would heighten both experiences for
the audience," she explains.

"Dealing with Isabella's death on its own could have been such a
depressing experience for the audience, although fulfilling in a
way," Anderson says.  "The way we decided to handle it was to
counterpoint it with something joyous.  Since Jack and Jennifer
are such a popular couple and they were expecting their first
child, it became natural.  It was the perfect way to give
affirmation of life."

Isabella and John are off in Italy with their young son, Brady,
in tow.  It's a romantic last holiday for the couple, which ends
when Isabella dies peacefully in John's arms.  Meanwhile, J&J are
on their way back to Salem from New York, after a brief stop at
Mickey and Maggie's old farmhouse to pick up an antique cradle
for their unborn child.  As their trip continues, the pair find
themselves stranded in a bungalow.  On Friday Jennifer goes into
labor and Monday baby Deveraux is born "much in the same way that
Jennifer was born," adds Anderson.  For those who don't remember;
Jennifer was born on a kitchen table in a farmhouse in the middle
of a blizzard.  We doubt that there'll be a blizzard this time.

*****
REVOLVING DOOR

IN:  Anna Scott will appear on DOOL as Marie-Helene, a woman
Lisanne contacts in hopes of learning more about Carly and
Lawrence's baby.

*****
WEST COAST GOSSIP

"It was a very emotional day...very tough to get through.  Death
is not an easy thing to play," says Staci Greason, referring to
her poignant last scenes as Isabella on DOOL.

After taping, Staci and a few co-stars wiped away their tears and
headed over to Dalt's, a Burbank eatery, for a farewell party in
her honor.  Among those dining and enjoying cocktails were Matt
Ashford, his wife Christina, and their daughter, Grace; Crystal;
Michael Easton; Drake; Roberta Leighton; [WARNING:  Put down all
food, drink, and sharp objects before continuing!!!] J. Eddie
Peck [YOU WERE WARNED!!!]; Michael Sabatino and Shannon Sturges. 
Tracy Middendorf arrived with a bouquet of roses, while another
guest presented Staci with a journal in which she could record
her future travels.  The journal turned out to be a gift the
actress could use pronto:  Staci and her roommate, Linda, have
already taken off on a three-week, cross-country expedition.


J. Cynthia Brooks, who portrays DOOL rookie copy Taylor McCall,
takes her role very seriously.  Cindy recently spent a day off
learning the tricks of her daytime trade visiting the LAPD's
police academy.

"I wanted to familiarize myself with the policy and procedures of
being a street copy," says Cindy.  And that she did!  Upon
arriving at the academy, Cindy was handed a bulletproof vest and
safety glasses to protect her from any flying gunshot fragments. 
Then she joined several rookies and embarked on an afternoon of
adventure.

With Officer John King as her guide, Cindy was instructed on
everything from how to handle a nightstick to proper use of
firearms -- including shooting stance and how to draw a weapon. 
One of the highlights of her day was visiting the Revolver club -
- a shooting range where Cindy fired at a body target.  another
was embarking on a course called Hogan's Alley -- a field that
rookies have to walk through while dummies (some toting weapons
and others holding harmless soda cans) continually pop up.  It's
the rookie's job to think fast, know when to fie, and know when
to retreat.

"I really learned a lot," says Cindy.  "Police always have to be
prepared, because they never know what they might encounter at
any given moment.  They have to be ready for anything that might
be thrown at them.  The whole experience has given me a great
respect and admiration for police officers, what they go through
on a daily basis as opposed to what I do on DAYS," she adds.  "If
I make a mistake (as Taylor), I get to do it over.  Real police
don't have that option.  They have to make split-second
decisions, and so much of what they do can result in a life-or-
death situation."

Cindy took home a souvenir from her afternoon adventure:  the
body target she'd fired holes into at the shooting range.  Wonder
how future dates are going to react to that?

*****
PERSONAL APPEARANCES

WHO:     Michael Sabatino and Crystal Chappell
WHAT:    Awards Dinner to benefit The Friends of Shelter for the
         Homeless
WHEN:    Saturday, Oct. 17
WHERE:   Los Angeles Hilton and Towers, Los Angeles
COST:    $100
INFO:    (714)897-3221

GROUP APPEARANCES

WHO:     Stars from DOOL and GH
WHAT:    E.G. Westin's Spotlight on Soaps (variety show)
WHEN:    Sunday - Monday, Oct. 18-19
WHERE:   Cinegrill, Hollywood, CA
INFO:    (213)466-7000 or (818)567-1376

THEATER:

WHO:     Peter Reckell (ex-Bo, DOOL) and Margaret Reed (ex-       
         Shannon McKechnie, ATWT)
WHAT:    MISCONDUCT ALLOWED
WHEN:    Through Oct. 18
WHERE:   Tiffany Theater, West Hollywood, CA
INFO:    (310)289-2999

WHO:     Antony Alda (ex-Johnny Corelli, DOOL)
WHAT:    MELODY JONES
WHEN:    Through Nov. 8
WHERE:   Cast Theater, Hollywood, CA
INFO:    (213)462-0265

WHO:     George Jenesky (ex-Nick Corelli, DOOL)
WHAT:    SIGNS
WHEN:    Through Nov. 15
WHERE:   Los Seliz Playhouse, Hollywood, CA
INFO:    (213)953-2823

*****
MAIL CALL - PUBLIC OPINION

EXCELLENT ISABELLA
I'd like to express my approval of a recent episode of DAYS. 
Isabella was trying to explain to John that she had cancer and
was going to die.  Instead, she agreed when he said they would
have more happy times together and would have more children; the
scene was quite touching.

The writers have done an excellent job of explaining this disease
to the viewers, and Greason is a formidable actress who is doing
some of her best work.  I wish her the best in her future
endeavors.  From a reader in Sun Valley, California.

*****
SPOILERS



THIS WEEK:  John and Isabella make a sentimental and sad journey
to Italy.  Lacey works overtime to cover her tracks.  Kimberly
must face the truth about her alter ego.  Phillip becomes
Kimberly's protector.  Jack and Jennifer receive a moving gift
from her father, Bill.  Victor and Vivian make plans to tie the
know.  Carly pulls away from Bo when she cannot reveal her un-
expectant news.  Carly and an old love rekindle their spark. 
Nikki takes the high road.  A dose of Ecstasy causes Carrie to
lose control.

NEXT WEEK:  Jack and Jennifer deliver their child.  Lawrence
searches for Nikki.

That's all from SOW.

--Peachy
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I always have THOUGHTS about anything;      * Tammy Riddle - U of Delaware 
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