| Perhaps we should organize a society of unabashed elitist snobs along the lines of the Red Hat ladies. We could sit together in concert halls wearing something intentionally garish and steadfastly refuse to stand except for the most deserving of performances. Members of long-standing, or should I say long-sitting, would earn the title of Another Proud Elitist Snob and performers would know that they had really accomplished something when the APES stand for them.
Observing our discerning demeanor would give pause to like-minded audience members who, no longer feeling pressured to stand with the unwashed masses for a less-than-superior performance, would remain firmly fixed in their seats in solidarity. These kindred spirits would earn the appellation of APES-in-Training (A_PEST) and would be invited to apply for membership in due course.
In case you have read this far without detecting a slight note of sarcasm in this posting, let me assure you that (1) the first two paragraphs of this posting were written with tongue firmly planted in cheek, (2) I know this will never happen and (3) I want full credit for the idea if it does. |