And tragically, this year's most memorable and lasting performance may have been the novelty song "Pants on the Ground," performed by Larry Platt in an audition.
For many investors, the stock market's performance may have helped to ease the scandal's sting.
The tumult over the performance may have placed Ms. Simpson, 20, in an even-brighter spotlight.
The mood of the suite, his third, is pictorial and in this performance may have been more Impressionistic than intended.
Maggie Smith plays a Downtonesque Duchess of York – although her performance may have been modelled on Queen Mary of Teck.
The Berliners' performance may have lacked the usual mahogany polish, but the rough edges made it all the more effective.
If recent history is a guide, this performance may have to satisfy Ms. Bartoli's fans for a while.
His performance may have marked Keynes for a public career, but the Versailles Peace Conference changed his aspirations.
Portugal, which is seen as having done more than Greece to improve economic performance, may have benefited from stronger exports.
Ironically, the Delors commission was seen as a success even though its performance may have undermined its successors.
In mainland China, where the film was shot, receipts have also been low, estimated at US$1.5m, though its performance may have been affected by Lee's Taiwanese nationality.
