I ventured out into the storm last night and headed to
Carnegie for Stage 62's production of SWEENEY TODD. Parking is a challenge
there and I grabbed my umbrella for a five block walk to the theater...just as I
began to open it the lightning and thunder made me rethink my evening...and I
walked in the rain. The auditorium was filling up as I arrived, and I sat back
for what turned out to be a great evening of musical theater. I have several
friends who were involved in the show, directing, conducting the surprisingly
large orchestra, playing an instrument or in the cast. The show got great
reviews and I understand why. I was amazed at the acting and vocal talent...as
good as I've seen anywhere. A heck of a lot of bang for twelve
bucks.
Since I had a real aching to "get off the farm" last
night, I soaked in a lot more than the desperately needed rain. Three of the
guys I knew who were involved with the show have also sung or continue to sing with
our men's choir. All three also teach music, direct the marching band or choral
groups. The director is a multi talented young guy who makes the high school
plays and players really come to life. Music is a big part of their
lives.
I've sung with church choirs since I was ten years
old...with my "group voice", and played the organ ( a great imposter ) for years
since the eighth grade. The only acting I ever did was when I had to lip-sink a
Louis Prima routine...even though I didn't even know who he was as I danced
around to " I've grown accustomed to her face", or when I was hauled off in a
van from my all boys high school to a girls reform school to be in a one act
play.
I'm in awe of the people who surround themselves with
music...from a concert pianist to my beloved nephew who can dance and sing his
way into your heart, to the people who teach little kids to sing, to the people
who spend long hours on hot days rehearsing and rehearsing. I hope they know
that wanna-be's like me truly appreciate the beauty and talent that
they create...out of thin air. To all of you...your audience is deeply
grateful.
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