Nicci with 2 c's

Music

2007-04-02T12:07:00.000-07:00

Entertainment Weekly Reader Survey

I listen to music most in my car.
The best album I've purchased in the last 3 months is: 'Joss Stone Performs'
The best album I've purchased in the last 6 months is: 'Oh Inverted World' by The Shins
The best album I've purchased in the last 12 months: 'Begin to Hope' by Regina Spektor
My latest music obsession is: 'New Shoes' by Paolo Nvtini
My biggest music obsession is: Musicals
The best song from a movie that I've heard in the last 3 months is: "Love You, I Do' in Dreamgirls

Another Opening, Another Show....

2007-04-01T20:34:00.000-07:00

The 2 musicals that I've been working on for the past four months both closed this weekend. And though, I am a bit sad that they're over (I HATE endings and good-byes), I am relieved they are over. But I can proudly say I worked hard on them and that showed in the productions. All the kids were wonderful and I've made some great new friends. What more can you ask for?!?

Left: 'Bells Are Ringing' - St. Richard's Theater Company

Right: 'Anything Goes' - Bay Village High School

My new FAVORITE place

2007-03-29T11:29:00.000-07:00

I am in love... with Robek's! Everyone who knows me knows I enjoy food. I love food. I don't just eat to fuel myself. I eat cuz I like it.

Upon a referral (thanks Ashley), I went to check it out. AH! Everything they offer is so wonderful! Their fruit smoothies are delicious (and the extra boosts are great) and their food - YUMMY! Cranberry Turkey salad with lime dressing and sunflowers..... to die for!

Come see 'Anything Goes'!

2007-03-28T20:03:00.000-07:00

I loathe her

2007-03-22T11:37:00.001-07:00

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6h3G-lMZxjo

Happy Spring!

2007-03-20T11:00:00.000-07:00

It was a rough winter - looking forward to a lovely spring.

"For winter's rains and ruins are over,
And all the season of snow and sins;
The days dividing lover and lover,
The light that loses, the night that wins
And time remembered is grief forgotten,
And frosts are slain and flowers begotten,
And in green underwood and cover
Blossom by blossom the spring has begun."

Algernon Charles Swineburne

Quote for the day

2007-03-15T08:45:00.001-07:00

"I don't confuse greatness with perfection. To be great anyhow is…the higher achievement.— "Lois McMaster Bujold, MIRROR DANCE

Goodbye to an old friend

2007-03-14T10:30:00.000-07:00

The Stardust Hotel

Las Vegas, Nevada

1958 - 2007

It's the End Of the World

2007-03-12T20:35:00.000-07:00

It's the End Of the World - R.E.M.

That's great, it starts with an earthquake,
birds and snakes, an aeroplane and Lenny Bruce is not afraid.
Eye of a hurricane, listen to yourself churn
- world serves its own needs, dummy serve your own needs.
Feed it off an aux speak, grunt, no, strength,
the Ladder start to clatter with fear fight down height.
Wire in a fire, representing seven games,
and a government for hire at a combat site.
Left of west and coming in a hurry with the furys breathing down your neck.
Team by team reporters baffled, trumped, tethered cropped.
Look at that low playing.
Fine, then.
Uh oh, overflow, population, common food,
but it'll do to Save yourself, serve yourself.
World serves its own needs,
listen to your heart bleed dummy with the rapture
and the revered and the right, right.
You vitriolic, patriotic, slam, fight, bright light, feeling pretty psyched.
It's the end of the world as we know it.
It's the end of the world as we know it.
It's the end of the world as we know it and I feel fine.
Six o'clock - TV hour.
Don't get caught in foreign towers.
Slash and burn, return, listen to yourself churn.
Lock it in, uniforming, book burning, blood letting.
Every motive escalate. Automotive incinerate.
Light a candle, light a motive.
Step down, step down.
Watch your heel crush, crushed, uh-oh,
this means no fear cavalier.
Renegade steer clear! A tournament, tournament, a tournament of lies.
Offer me solutions, offer me alternatives and I decline.
It's the end of the world as we know it.
It's the end of the world as we know it.
It's the end of the world as we know it and I feel fine.
The other night I dreamt of knives, continental drift divide.
Mountains sit in a line, Leonard Bernstein. Leonid Brezhnev, Lenny Bruce and Lester Bangs. Birthday party, cheesecake, jelly bean, boom!
You symbiotic, patriotic, slam bug net, right?
Right.
It's the end of the world as we know it.
It's the end of the world as we know it.
It's the end of the world as we know it and I feel fine...fine...

Every girl needs one of these!

2007-03-11T19:26:00.000-07:00

Barbie Roller Girl - Run out and buy one!

T.G.I.F.

2007-03-09T11:41:00.000-08:00

An open letter to Rosie O'Donnell

2007-03-07T09:37:00.000-08:00

Dear Ms. O'Donnell,
Shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, shut up, SHUT UP!!! Thank you.

March musicals

2007-03-06T09:33:00.001-08:00

As promised, here is the information for the upcoming musicals I've choreographed. Let me know if you're going - I'll be there most of the nights.
Thanks for your constant support!

Bells Are Ringing - Saint Richard's School - March 22,23,24,25, 29,30,31 & April 1
Anything Goes - Bay High School - March 29, 30 & 31

* Tickets may be purchased through the school office *

Gracias

2007-03-05T09:38:00.001-08:00

Tahnk you for all the wonderful birthday wishes!!!

Yeah to MiFune

2007-03-01T16:03:00.000-08:00

Congrats to MiFune for winning best World/Ethnic band at for the Cleveland Free Times Music Awards! (That's my friend Kris, a.k.a. Skinny K, bottom left)

Ready or not, here we come

2007-02-26T19:43:00.000-08:00

Well, this weekend is our first competition for the season. With the cancelled classes, bad weather and lack of enthusiasm - we're kinda ready. I'm really nervous. I hope they do well. If they practice and go prepared, they will shine. It's all in their hands (feet) now.

This is my jazz group: 25 Miles

We have yet to receive their skirts!!!!!!!

3 New Loves In My Life

2007-02-23T14:01:00.000-08:00

Sparky, Ruby & Arnie!!!

My take on the new cast of 'Dancing With the Stars'

2007-02-21T18:42:00.000-08:00

Laila Ali - Ok, what? How is she a star? Because her daddy was a famous boxer? I’m checking my family tree.

Billy Ray Cyrus – Where shall I begin? I feel bad that this dude is using his daughter (Hanna Montana) to get back in the spotlight. Will he be sporting his mullet for the occasion? Please, dear God, don't dance to your one-hit-wonder.

Clyde Drexler – I don’t know much about basketball, but I know who the famous players are. He ain’t one of them.

Joey Fatone – He must be the token ex-boy band contestant. And from what I remember of N’Sync, he was not light on his feet.

Shandi Finnessy – what the hell is a Shandi?

Leeza Gibons – At least I know who she is. She hasn’t been on t.v. for years, but I know who she is.

Heather Mills – This is the one that tops the cake. A money hungry, one legged whore is now considered a star?!? Would you even know what her name was if she hadn’t married Paul McCartney? I loath her. I am sending her evil vibes as we speak.

Apollo Anton Ono – I will say it right now… I want him to win! I know who he is, he’s an athlete and is truly a good role model. Plus, he looks GREAT in spandex! Apollo, Apollo, Apollo!!!

Paulina Porizkova - Who?

Ian Ziering - Seriously? I mean, really? Are you serious?!?

Vincent Pastore – The Big Pussy is going to fox trot. Priceless.

Little things that make me happy

2007-02-18T20:05:00.000-08:00

* Getting mail
* Cadbury Creme Eggs
* Text messaging
* Pink peonies
* Dying my hair
* Kitty kisses
* A new tube of lip gloss
* Shoe sales
* Spending an afternoon in a bookstore
* Dog tails
* Shamrock Shakes
* Law & Order marathons
* A cold, crisp glass of Riesling
* Girl Scout cookies
* Snuggling on the couch
* Drawings from kids
* Hearing the crickets while I fall asleep

Retrograde

2007-02-15T09:22:00.000-08:00

Just to give you a heads up, Mercury Retrograde started yesterday, which if you don't know, basically means everything's going to be all sorts of fucked up for the next few weeks. Enjoy!

2007-02-14T10:07:00.001-08:00

It's official -

2007-02-11T11:15:00.000-08:00

I'm overwhelmed.

The REAL meaning of Feb. 14th

2007-02-08T21:19:00.000-08:00

Second month of the year

2007-02-06T07:44:00.000-08:00

Who the hell decided how to spell February?

Thank you

2007-02-03T14:03:00.000-08:00

I wanted to take a moment and thank everyone for their care and support this past week. My family and I have been going through some very difficult times. Because of your love and friendship, you have helped us tremendously. These two small words don't seem big enough to express my appreciation, but they do come straight from my heart. Thank you.

Gift registry

2007-01-25T11:39:00.000-08:00

In case you never know what to get me.....:)

http://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/ref=wl_gtwy_ty/105-5447546-2346008

I'm sure I'll hear about this

2007-01-24T10:29:00.000-08:00

Andy Rooney said on "60 Minutes" a few weeks back: I don't think being a minority makes you a victim of anything except numbers. The only things I can think of that are truly discriminatory are things like the United Negro College Fund, Jet Magazine, Black Entertainment Television, and Miss Black America. Try to have things like the UnitedCaucasianCollege Fund, Cloud Magazine, White Entertainment Television, or Miss White America; and see what happens...Jesse Jackson will be knocking down your door. Guns do not make you a killer. I think killing makes you a killer. You can kill someone with a baseball bat or a car, but no one is trying to ban you from driving to the ball game. I believe they are called the Boy Scouts for a reason, which is why there are no girls allowed. Girls belong in the Girl Scouts! ARE YOU LISTENING MARTHA BURKE? I think that if you feel homosexuality is wrong, it is not a phobia, it is an opinion. I have the right "NOT" to be tolerant of others because they are different, weird, or tick me off. When 70% of the people who get arrested are black, in cities where 70% of the population is black, that is not racial profiling; it is the Law of Probability. I believe that if you are selling me a milkshake, a pack of cigarettes, a newspaper or a hotel room, you must do it in English! As a matter of fact, if you want to be an American citizen, you should have to speak English! My father and grandfather didn't die in vain so you can leave the countries you were born in to come over and disrespect ours. I think the police should have every right to shoot your sorry ass if you threaten them after they tell you to stop. If you can't understand the word "freeze" or "stop" in English, see the above lines. I don't think just because you were not born in this country, you are qualified for any special loan programs, government sponsored bank loans or tax breaks, etc., so you can open a hotel, coffee shop, trinket store, or any other business. We did not go to the aid of certain foreign countries and risk our lives in wars to defend their freedoms, so that decades later they could come over here and tell us our constitution is a living document; and open to their interpretations. I don't hate the rich I don't pity the poor. I know pro wrestling is fake, but so are movies and television. That doesn't stop you from watching them. I think Bill Gates has every right to keep every penny he made and continue to make more. If it ticks you off, go and invent the next operating system that's better, and put your name on the building. It doesn't take a whole village to raise a child right, but it does take a parent to stand up to the kid; and smack their little behinds when necessary, and say "NO!" I think tattoos and piercing are fine if you want them, but please don't pretend they are a political statement. And, please, stay home until that new lip ring heals. I don't want to look at your ugly infected mouth as you serve me French fries! I am sick of "Political Correctness." I know a lot of black people, and not a single one of them was born in Africa; so how can they be "African-Americans"? Besides, Africa is a continent. I don't go around saying I am a European-American because my great, great, great, great, great, great grandfather was from Europe. I am proud to be from America and nowhere else And if you don't like my point of view, tough... I PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG, OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, AND TO THE REPUBLIC, FOR WHICH IT STANDS, ONE NATION UNDER GOD, INDIVISIBLE, WITH LIBERTY AND JUSTICE FOR ALL!I was asked to send this on if I agree or delete if I don't. It is said that 86% of Americans believe in God. Therefore I have a very hard time understanding why there is such a problem in having "In God We Trust" on our money and having "God" in the Pledge of Allegiance. Why don't we just tell the 14% to Shut Up and BE QUIET!!! If you agree, pass this on, if not delete. .

rumor = fact

2007-01-23T18:07:00.000-08:00

I was hoping that it was rumor - but I guess Broadway is deperate for shows :(

Mugger - 0 Maggie - 1

2007-01-18T10:06:00.000-08:00

One of my worst fears became a reality. Maggie was mugged in D.C. Well, kinda mugged. A young kid came up to her and wrapped is arm around her, telling her he had a gun and to give him her money. Maggie's quick wit replied that she had no money (all of this is taking place while they are still walking Pennsyvania Ave). He then asked for the MP3 player she had in her hand. She quickly replied, "no". And continued on her way. He gave up and moved on.
Now, Maggie knows better, but in the heat of the moment, this is what took place. She pretty much told the mugger no and proceeded on with her day. She and I both realize how very lucky she is. If this were to happen again, she would hand over everything and take care of her safety. But of all the women in the D.C. area, this young kid picked Maggie - and she was the wrong woman to fuck with :)

Vote, vote, VOTE - Cleveland Free Times Music Awards

2007-01-17T10:04:00.000-08:00

My very good friend, Kris Morron, and his band, MiFune, have been nominated in the Cleveland Free Times 2007 Music Awards.
A few of you have checked out a few shows with me. They are AWESOME! I am asking that when you submit your votes (cuz I know you all will), please vote for MiFune under the World Music category.
Also, Kris has been nominated for best horn in a band - the only problem is, on this weeks ballot, they screwed up his name and Kris Morron came out as Chris Morrow. The votes are still good! PLEASE vote for Kris - his passion and dedication are both inspiring and applauded.
Thanks so much! I put the link to the music awards ballot below - also his bands links.

http://www.freetimes.com/music_awards_07
http://www.mifunemusic.com/

Dear Michael Buble,

2007-01-15T18:13:00.000-08:00

Dump Emily Blunt and date me!!!

TBDBITL

2007-01-12T08:43:00.000-08:00

I am ecstatic about this!!!!!

(BANG) - REM are to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
The US rockers are to be honoured along with Van Halen Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five, The Ronettes and Patti Smith at the annual ceremony.
REM frontman Michael Stipe admits he is thrilled the band's work has been recognised.
He said: "It's really an honour that someone took the time to look backward and recognise what we've done in our past."
REM's original drummer Bill Berry is expected to attend the event, to be held on March 12 in New York, and speculation is rife he may even join his former bandmates on stage on the night.
Berry quit the band in October 1997, two years after collapsed on stage after suffering a brain aneurysm, citing personal reasons.
To be eligible for induction into the Hall of Fame, which is housed in a museum in Cleveland, artists must have released a first single or album at least 25 years before being nominated.

It still amazes me

2007-01-11T19:07:00.000-08:00

Every first snow fall, people drive 10 mph and act like they've never driven in it before. Come on people, we live in Cleveland!

A Sliver Of Satisfaction

2007-01-09T21:09:00.000-08:00

Even after the embarrassing game of OSU, I have a slight satisfaction knowing that a certain someone in Texas is VERY unhappy about it. That's right jackass, I'm talking about you. Hoo-Ha!

First days

2007-01-08T11:10:00.000-08:00

It was a day of firsts this past week. Back at the studio. Felt good to be back and moving around. Had some awesome competition classes Saturday - really was working it.
Both the St. Richard's & Bay High School musicals started this week. Had about 70 kids come out at Bay for auditions. It was fabulous! 70 kids tap dancing - gave me goosebumps! St. Richard's is also mega fun - middle schoolers - they all want to be there and are eager to learn. So I'm tapping at Bay and swinging at St. Richard's. Good times!
Although I am totally overwhelmed and always trying to ring out choreography, so far so good.

Go Buckeyes!!!!!

I want a flamingo...

2007-01-04T10:19:00.000-08:00

... and Donnie said he'd get me one.

People who take themselves WAY too seriously

2007-01-03T10:50:00.000-08:00

People who take themselves WAY too seriously:

* Donald Trump - One word: HAIR! Come on guy, you're not that great.

* Rosie O'Donnell - Where do I begin? You are not the Queen of the world (no pun intended). The world does not need you to survive.

* Martha Stewart - You make life waaaayyyyy to difficult. Shut down your chicken coop and just buy your eggs form the grocery store.

* Barbara Streisand - Ugh. You are a has been. So you don't like Bush - was that really enough to make you come out of "retirement"? Soyou could make fun of him daily in your stage show? Go back under your rock.

* Tom Jones - Honey, you are older than my father. No one wants to throw their underwear at you anymore. If they do, I'd duck because they are probably Depends.

NYD

2007-01-01T20:27:00.000-08:00

Happy 2007!

Updated Top 5 Celebrity Make-out List

2006-12-31T15:57:00.000-08:00

Updated Top 5 Celebrity Make-out List:

1. Johnny Depp
2. Micheal Buble
3. John Cusak
4. Edward Norton
5. Jesse L. Martin

BIG disappointment

2006-12-29T17:30:00.000-08:00

I saw 'Dream Girls'. BUM DEAL! I was so excited to see it - a technicolor musical! What a let down. Yes, there was talaent. But the adaptation - bummer. Maybe wait until video to see this one.

Best of 2006

2006-12-27T20:42:00.000-08:00

According to Nicci:

Best Movie: Little Miss Sunshine

Best T.V. Show: Iconoclast

Best Song: 'I Write Sins Not Tragedies' by Panic! At the Disco

Best Cd: Begin To Hope by Regina Spektor

Best Book: I Feel Bad About My Neck: And Other Thoughts On Being A Woman by Nora Ephron

Best Magazine: Jane

Best Music Video: 'Here It Goes Again' by OKGO

Best Buy: C.O Bigelow Lemon Creme (it's worth every cent!)

Best Thing I Joined: MySpace (I've met and reconnected with some GREAT people!)

Best Experience: Sweet Charity - Huntington Playhouse

Best Trip: Going to Washington, D.C. to visit Magdalyn!

What I realized this Xmas 2006:

2006-12-26T10:31:00.000-08:00

* Christmas is for kids - period.
* However old you are, it's hard to get a good nights sleep Christmas Eve.
* No matter what day it is, you still have to clean up the cat poop.
* If you miss someone, Christmas magnifies it by a hundred.
* Theres never enough time to see everyone and do everything.
* The day after Christmas sucks.

Happy Xmas

2006-12-22T21:47:00.000-08:00

Wishing you all comfort & joy!

A heart felt thank you

2006-12-21T21:33:00.000-08:00

Thank you to everyone for their care and support through this difficult time with my grandma. It's been an emotional roller coaster of ups and downs. Your genuine love has helped my family and I through a difficult time. Again, thank you.

Tagged

2006-12-19T11:02:00.000-08:00

OK, so here are the rules. A person gets tagged and starts with posting a blog of their own listing 6 weird things/habits about them.

1. I like things (i.e. collections) to be in odd numbers.

2. I adore rainy Sundays.

3. I braid my hair into little braids never - have you seen my hair?

4. I am deathly afraid of clowns - they are evil.

5. I color code my crayons and markers

6. I get freaked out by pee on the toilet seat in public bathrooms.

Krall & Costello make a duet!

2006-12-13T16:11:00.000-08:00

Canadian jazz singer Diana Krall and her husband Elvis Costello welcomed twin boys into the world this week.
"We are ecstatic!" said a statement released Friday by the new parents, which added that "mother and sons are doing splendidly."
Singers Diana Krall and Elvis Costello married three years ago. The birth of twin boys on Wednesday came on their wedding anniversary.(Canadian Press)
Dexter Henry Lorcan and Frank Harlan James were born Wednesday.

From Conan's monologue...

2006-12-13T09:42:00.000-08:00

On Conan O'Brien's monologue last night:

"Dennis Kucinich has joined the race for the Presidency for 2008. He ran previously in 04 - which ironically was the number of votes he received."

Pimp for Prez

2006-12-12T12:01:00.000-08:00

I HATE Dennis Kucinich. So if you are a fan, stop reading. If not, hear my rant:The little elf from the Land of Cleve has decided he will run for President...again. He is such a JOKE! A real, "kick him while he's down", sort of politician. He never recognizes the problems, but is always there to throw his two cents in...When the 6 o'clock news cameras are there. He never really fixes anything, instead he tip-toes away and hopes people will forget about it. He is a joke to the city and as a now candidate. Along with his great ways, he is one of those creepy guys who has married a girl young enough to be his daughter. And a Brit, none the less. Won't that be cute - a British First Lady? So when she is constantly mistaken as his daughter, she'll have to tell people that she is his wife and not even American. Nice. So, just after he got re-elected (why people), he will using his time for his own personal gain. He will now be missing important votes in D.C. and ignoring the issues of the people so he can have another whack at the presidency. The problems of this city aren't important enough for him to devote his time to anymore, he must now conquer the White House. his time will now be consumed with fancy fundraisers, wasting money on promo advertisements and schmoozing with the other wonderful high pollutants Democrats (he actually said that Clinton was one of his heroes - YIKES). Thank you "son of Cleveland" for helping us through these troubled times. You have shown, once again, where your 4'11 body stands. Hooray.

I'm ringing my bell...

2006-12-07T10:25:00.000-08:00

Ok, I know I for one, HATE to be preached to. But I can't help say my little speech this time of year. So, take it or leave it: I heard on the radio today the Cleveland's 'Toys For Tots' is having an extremely bad year. This is such a great charity that makes sure every child receives something for Christmas. So I ask you, please donate a toy. They have drop-off sites at all Dunkin' Donuts - they'll even give you a free don't for your donation!
Also, 'Coats For Kids' is an AMAZING charity thatI have had the privledge to volunteer for. They take new and gently used coats (of all sizes) and give them to the needy - kids and adults - and they are all so gracious. So instead of throwing out your old winter coat, donate it. You can drop it off at all Westfield Malls & most Howard Hannah Realtors. Thank you for listening.

Go see

2006-12-06T09:20:00.000-08:00

ONE BIG FAMILY: Starring at the Huntington Playhouse in “Christmas at Aunt Ida’s” from left to right (standing) are Krista Schwandt, Kurt Hildebrandt, Greg Dziama, Dick Feagler, Neil Oblonsky, Yvonne Buemi, Richie Lynch and Katie McLaughlin. Seated are Julie Haug, Meg Parish, Lanie Richarson, Thelma Carrigan, Laura Starnik, Mike Kunikis and Stephen A. Berg. Seated on the floor are Connor Sweeny, Noah Holmes and Tommy Sweeny. (Photo by Tom Merose)
Cleveland memories relivedin Huntington’s ‘Christmas at Aunt Ida’s’By Art ThomasInsightsPublished Dec. 6, 2006
A theatrical world premiere is usually an exciting event. When the premiere is rooted in our city, the effect is magnified. That is the case with “Christmas at Aunt Ida’s” at Bay Village’s Huntington Playhouse.
Dick Feagler, Plain Dealer columnist, wrote an article of his Cleveland childhood memories which became our local “Night Before Christmas,” “PD” style. Playwright Anne McEvoy used additional family material supplied by Feagler to expand the column into a full length play.
The time is the first Christmas after WWII. Raised essentially by women, the 8-year-old Feagler realized that this Christmas Eve in 1945 would be different.
“Christmas at Aunt Ida’s” is a play of events, but mostly it is a play of characters. As the curtain rises on the so typical home of the era, it is empty, but within minutes it is filled with people. Each has a complex relationship with everyone else and we have two hours of bustling activity on Christmas Day.
Ziggy is the family jokester, back from the war and full of wisecracks. He is barely kept in check by Dorothy, his outspoken wife. Greg Dziama and Lanie Richardson immerse themselves into these characters.
Stanley sells TVs and confidently professes that a 10-inch screen is the largest we will ever see. His wife Arlene is constantly correcting the grammar of their children Kenny and Allen. Neil Oblonsky, Laura Starnik, Tom Sweeney and Connor Sweeney are the Pierson family.
Watching “Christmas at Aunt Ida’s” is often frustrating because it is nearly impossible to know who is related to who. Just like in a real family gathering, after entering together, spouses are seldom near each other. In this production the action is structured with constant coming and going. Women cook in the kitchen, emerging in aprons for a few minutes.
Men play pinochle, children are forced to perform for cooing aunts and grandmothers and romances in-progress are discussed with passionate candor. Every adult is careful to not swear in front of the children. Yes, things were different back then in some ways.
The matriarch, but certainly not in control of the family, is Peg Parish as Aunt Ida. Her second husband, Bella, is comfortable with his dozens of new relatives and future relatives. As Bela, Mike Kunikis gives sage advice to his son Billy, who is engaged to Jean. Kurt Hildebrandt and Krista Schwandt are the lovers.
Long time Cleveland residents in the audience will love the local references sprinkled through the show. There’s discussion about the Cleveland Rams football team, which won the championship but is leaving for Los Angeles. The new name for the local team is the Cleveland Browns. Of course Halle’s, Hough Caterer’s white cake, and the Sterling Linden store and tree are mentioned.
Ida dresses as Santa to give toys to the children, and they dutifully believe that it is a special visit from St. Nick. Young Dick Feagler takes a daredevil car drive that ends in the destruction of a neighborhood icon. There are stories and traditions that are unique for Feagler but which have touchstones for all of us.
The best part of “Christmas at Aunt Ida’s” are the brief appearances of Dick Feagler. At the show’s start, he sets the stage and gets the action rolling. He makes a few more appearances, and the poetry of his words are moving to everyone who has Christmas memories. It’s Feagler playing Feagler and there is no denying the sincerity of his speaking from his heart. His final words at the play’s end will bring tears to eyes.
“Christmas at Aunt Ida’s” runs through Dec. 17 with an extra performance added on Dec. 14 at 8 p.m. Call fast, because most of the seats are sold out.

Amazing Peace

2006-12-05T11:16:00.000-08:00

Amazing Peace:

A Christmas PoemBy Dr. Maya Angelou
Thunder rumbles in the mountain passes

And lightning rattles the eaves of our houses.

Flood waters await us in our avenues.

Snow falls upon snow, falls upon snow to avalanche

Over unprotected villages.

The sky slips low and grey and threatening.

We question ourselves.What have we done to so affront nature?

We worry God.

Are you there?

Are you there really?

Does the covenant you made with us still hold?

Into this climate of fear and apprehension,

Christmas enters,Streaming lights of joy, ringing bells of hope

And singing carols of forgiveness high up in the bright air.

The world is encouraged to come away from rancor,

Come the way of friendship.I

t is the Glad Season.

Thunder ebbs to silence and lightning sleeps quietly in the corner.

Flood waters recede into memory.

Snow becomes a yielding cushion to aid us

As we make our way to higher ground.

Hope is born again in the faces of children

It rides on the shoulders of our aged as they walk into their sunsets.

Hope spreads around the earth.

Brightening all things,

Even hate which crouches breeding in dark corridors.

In our joy, we think we hear a whisper.

At first it is too soft.

Then only half heard.

We listen carefully as it gathers strength.

We hear a sweetness.

The word is Peace.

It is loud now. It is louder.

Louder than the explosion of bombs.

We tremble at the sound.

We are thrilled by its presence.

It is what we have hungered for.

Not just the absence of war.

But, true Peace.

A harmony of spirit, a comfort of courtesies.

Security for our beloveds and their beloveds.

We clap hands and welcome the Peace of Christmas.

We beckon this good season to wait a while with us.

We, Baptist and Buddhist, Methodist and Muslim, say come.

Peace.Come and fill us and our world with your majesty.

We, the Jew and the Jainist, the Catholic and the Confucian,

Implore you, to stay a while with us.

So we may learn by your shimmering light

How to look beyond complexion and see community.

It is Christmas time, a halting of hate time.

On this platform of peace, we can create a language

To translate ourselves to ourselves and to each other.

At this Holy Instant, we celebrate the Birth of Jesus Christ

Into the great religions of the world.

We jubilate the precious advent of trust.

We shout with glorious tongues at the coming of hope.

All the earth's tribes loosen their voices

To celebrate the promise of Peace.

We, Angels and Mortal's, Believers and Non-Believers,

Look heavenward and speak the word aloud.

Peace.

We look at our world and speak the word aloud.

Peace.

We look at each other, then into ourselves

And we say without shyness or apology or hesitation.
Peace, My Brother.

Peace, My Sister.

Peace, My Soul.

Rants

2006-12-04T13:14:00.000-08:00

I've been ranting a lot lately. I do apologize. But there's so many whacked things going on! I'll take a break today and just say, I hope everyone has a wonderful holidays season. It's the one time of year we like people, snow and fat men.

Hey Brittany Spears....

2006-12-02T13:34:00.000-08:00

... keep your dirty snatch to yourself!

Okay, enough already

2006-11-30T10:01:00.000-08:00

I'm not condoning what Michael Richards did, but really, does anyone really care? We haven't heard form him in over 5 years since seinfeld went off the air. His career has fizzeled. And with this past stunt, it's pretty much dead. The media keeps playing it up - let it be. The loser is done.

What's up with the sea lions?

2006-11-29T10:32:00.000-08:00

This was a headline on my AOL news today. I'll tell you what's up - they're sick of being clubbed! They don't have enough food and are tired of being killed for their skin and oils. We go into their territory and destroy their homes, disrupting their food source and hurt them; physically and mentally. I would be bitchy, too!

$250 frickin' dollars!

2006-11-28T09:46:00.000-08:00

I am beyond pissed: The radiator light has been lit on my dash for a week or so. I finally go to the dealership to see what's up. I'll tell you what's up - RODENTS! Apparently, I have rodents living in my garage and they are living in my car. They have nawwed through several wires (the radiator light being one of them) and ripped the insulation on my hood. It's going to take $250 to repair - none of it covered by warranty! Can you believe it!?!?!?! Stupid little dirty critters - out of my garage!

I'm still alive!

2006-11-22T09:06:00.000-08:00

I have been having some serious computer problems, as of late. Don't give up on me! I think I might have some success soon. Happy Turkey Day!

Update

2006-11-02T18:11:00.000-08:00

I'm home! Washington, D.C. was a blast! Magdalyn is so happy and amazing... the city was beautiful .
I have been having some major email issues - so it may be awhile until my next post.

Seriously..... are you kidding me?!?

2006-10-25T09:24:00.000-07:00

Bob Dylan on Broadway - anyone else chuckle when they hear this? I saw a musical number from the new 'Times They Are A-Changing" on Broadway. I think the whole famous songwritter into a musical is way over done. BOB DYLAN?!?! And then there's Twayla Tharp. I'm all about dance and respect all those who are contributing to it - but I'm sick of Twayla Tharp. With her bare feet and off beat moves... Enough already.

The song I saw performed was 'Like A Rolling Stone', sung pitch perfect and incredible diction. The "dancers" in the background were dressed up like clowns (eek), dogs, seals and mimes... bouncing on exercise balls and flopping all over the stage. Seriously.... This is the best routine from the show? This is worth spending $100 a ticket for? Are you kidding me?!? BROADWAY - I challenge you to go back and be original and daring with the arts you produce.

Visiting Maggie

2006-10-24T09:43:00.000-07:00

I will be going to Washington, D.C. this weekend to visit Miss Magdalyn! I am sooooo excited! I haven't seen her since she left back in August. It'll benice to just to see her and hang out. Looks like we're going to a Halloween party - I'll be needing to put another snazzy costume togehter. Other than that, we really have no plans - just to enjoy each others company. I have all of Monday to myself while she is at class. I'll most likely do a little sight seeing and souveneir shopping. So looking forward to this - and I get to take my first plane ride ALONE! I hope I have a nice neighbor who won't mind me squeezing his/her hand during take-off!

Aw, suck!

2006-10-23T12:46:00.000-07:00

Casino mogul Steve Wynn ripped a hole through his $139 million Picasso painting while gesticulating at a cocktail party, reports the New York Post. Nora Ephron gave her own first-person account of the damage: It was "a black hole the size of a silver dollar … with two three-inch long rips coming off it in either direction." Wynn had just agreed to sell the painting; now, the deal is off. Is there any way to fix the ripped Picasso?
Yes, but it will be slow and tedious work.

I'm NOT happy

2006-10-19T10:10:00.000-07:00

* I over slept - AGAIN
* I do NOT like that Jeffry won 'Project Runway'
* I have a WICKED headache
* I am SO OVER Dancing With the Stars
* I HATE this computer
* I am PISSED over the allegations being made against Paul McCartney
* I have so MUCH work to do

Thank you - I feel better now

Mark Freakin' Zupan

2006-10-18T11:29:00.000-07:00

Like most days, The Jim Rome show was on in the office. Usually, the show is about how badly expectant teams are playing or the weekly famous athleate that goofs up. Today, he interviewed Mark Zupan.
For those of you who do not know whom I speak of, he is an amzing American who plays wheelchair rugby. He starred in the movie, 'Murderball'. I have seen this movie and was inspired by the entire film. The obsticles he has had to battle, his outlook on life, his determination... but after today, I am a Mark Zupan fan. He is, in every sense of the word, a role model. He lives life to its fullest and isn't afraid of challange. Infact, he thrives on it. It makes me want to demand more of myself.

Ode to Oreos

2006-10-17T10:32:00.000-07:00

I'm not a health nut, but I really do try to eat sensibly. Three square meals a day, a bit of snacking... my downfalls are coffee and soda. But overall, I eat well. Until I get my Oreo craving - once a month (if you know what I mean).
I have been known to sit down and eat an entire bag of Oreos in 2 sittings. With a big glass of ice cold 2% milk. I enoy the double-stuffed. This month, to my enjoyment, I bought a bag of orange creme doubled-stuffed Halloween Oreos. And ate them all in 2 sittings. They were fantastic!
There's something about the crunch and the sweet and the chocolate. It's the perfect cookie. And they are my weakness every 28 days. God bless Nabisco.

Adieu CBGB's

2006-10-16T10:35:00.000-07:00

CBGB's is closed - that was the title on the web page today. I find it so sad. A true American Historic site.
I got to visit CBGB's twice in my life - both times purly magical. The history, the allure, the magic... it was amazing. For bands like The Ramones, Blondie, The Sex Pistols to all have played and started there... classic.
http://www.cbgb.com/

I just really like this photo

2006-10-11T07:15:00.000-07:00

Magnum Photos

Autumn

2006-10-10T11:12:00.000-07:00

I simply adore Fall. Everything about it! The chill in the air, the changing of colors, pumpkins, leaves falling, apple cider, red sunsets... amazing.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

2006-10-02T19:35:00.000-07:00

Go to this link to help fund free mammograms:
http://www.thebreastcancersite.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/CTDSites.woa/wa/gotoSite?destSite=BreastCancerSite&ThirdPartyClicks=prcnbcf

On the campaign trail

2006-09-27T10:00:00.000-07:00

I don't consider myself a Democrat or a Republican. I vote for who I think will do the better job. And as for issues, I vote with my heart. Here are a few campaigns I am highly endorsing:

Ed Herman for State Representative: www.herman2006.com

Issue 3 - Earn & Learn: http://www.ohiolearnandearn.com/

Issue 18 - Protecting Arts & Cluture in Cleveland: http://www.cuyahogaartsandculture.org/

Irritating

2006-09-20T09:12:00.000-07:00

Just a little pet peeve I have: When I go to a job to teach dance routines and people do other peoples choreography in front of me. And tell me how cool it was and how awesome she was. Guess what, I'm better! Hence why I'M here doing the job.

Swing Life Away

2006-09-18T19:23:00.000-07:00

I have read articles in magazines about it. I've even seen Oprah do a show about it. But I never really thought they existed. Swingers, that is. Not the cool daddio's that want to lindey hop with you. Swingers - like a husband and wife want to add another player to the pot. But, they do!
There was a couple this past Saturday night that tried to convince us that swinging is just the greatest. It's normal and is the best thing ever! Needless to say, we didn't join in. But it was unbelievable!

p.s. On a complete different page - my parents are celebrating their 32nd wedding anniversary today. That is quite a feat this day of age. Yeah for them!

Boob Tube

2006-09-15T08:34:00.000-07:00

I've been a bit addicted to t.v. as of late (so unlike me). * Project Runway 3:Love it, Laura, love it!!! This has to be the best season ever! * Dancing With the Stars: They are using the term stars very loosely. I am very disappointed this season. * The View: Here's my question - the show has been on for 10 years. Why does Rosie feel that she has to take over now that's she's on? It did fine without her and, frankly, I wish it would go back to being without her. * Rachel Ray: I can not wait for this show to start! I just adore her!

Purely random questions through out my day

2006-09-12T11:08:00.000-07:00

* Aren't the Asian salads from McDonald's is REALLY good ?
* What hurts worse: lost love or unrequired love?
* Did I set the vcr to record 'Dancing With the Stars'?
* Guys are jerks - why do I bother?
* Cuz when it's good, it's really good.
* Why do I enjoy the song 'SexyBack' so much?
* This whole MySpace is getting kinda old.
* Will I ever be truly out of debt or do I use it as a crutch?
* Why the need to remake songs from the 80's?
* What the hell is taking so long?
* What is an edemade?

Remembering 9/11

2006-09-11T16:11:00.000-07:00

Everyone has their stories....their recollections, their emotions, their grief... and I'm not any different. September 11th, 2001 is burned into my brain.
I remember running late for work and having the news on while I was getting ready when I heard the report of a plane hitting the WTC. Bizarre - how would that happen? Then I saw the second plane hit the second tower. Terrorism was not even a word in my vocabulary. Terrorism? We're America - we don't have terrorism. But it was mom who made me aware that we were, indeed, under attack.
The next few hours felt like a blur. The plane hitting the Paragon - what the hell was happening? Was all of America to be hit and destroyed? Then the plane in Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania!!!! That's one state over! Were we next? What were they doing? Who was they?
My boyfriend, at the time, worked right next to the Cleveland airport. I was calling him every five minutes with reports and begging him to leave - to run for safety. The towers were falling - hundreds of souls devoured. "Please come home. Just come home so I know you're safe."
We were on pins and needles the rest of the day - were there more planes? More bombs? More attacks planned?
I went to work that night - trying to have some sort of normalcy; To give the kids somewhere to go so they didn't have to see the images. To not have to see their parents in fear.
Afterwards, I went to my boyfriends apartment and we just held each other and watched the t.v. We hardly spoke - maybe an "oh my God" was muttered as we made our arms tighter around each other. It was unbelievable. This couldn't have happened - couldn't.
I don't think I slept that night. I laid on the floor of my living room with my dad and watched the news until the sun came up. Twenty-four hours had passed and we still could not believe.
It's been five years - and I still feel the tight pain in my chest when I see the images. Life is different now. I pray that all the souls that were lost that day are at peace. I pray for our troops and for our country. I will never forget that day. Nor will I forget standing at Ground Zero and taking it all in. It evokes an emotion all its own. Life is different.

Pride & Prejudice

2006-09-07T10:00:00.000-07:00

Lakeland Theatre is once again delighted to present Jane Austen's enduring romance,
"Pride and Prejudice"

beginning October 6 through October 22 at Lakeland Community College's Performing Arts Center. Lakeland is remounting the production, following a successful run two years ago. The novel is a perennial favorite - and the play is also finding its way into the hearts of both Jane Austen fans and everyone who likes a good story well told. Lakeland artistic director Martin Friedman is again directing the play, using an adaptation written by Gate Theatre artists James Maxwell and Alan Stanford. Choreography by Nicci Cassara.

This is a wonderful adaptation of a beloved Jane Austen novel that is seldom seen on stage. Elizabeth duels with her prejudice and Darcy with his pride; or is it the other way around? Love trumps both pride and prejudice in one of the truly great literary romances of all time. Pride and Prejudice opens Friday, October 6 at 8:00 p.m. and runs until October 22nd, 2006.

Hodge Podge

2006-09-05T11:48:00.000-07:00

I have many topics today : Fisr and foremost, I start back up at the studio today. I'm nervous (like I am every year). I so want to be a better teacher and have a successful year. I have so many ideas and goals for this upcoming school year.
I got a new choreography gig - SO EXCITED! I'll be doing the courtship dances for 'Pride & Prejudice' at LAkeland Theatre. This is a biggie - Martin Friedman is directing it. Yeah!
The new OK GO video is the coolest thing I have seen in a long time! I am in LOVE with it!
Summer is over - Going to the Saint Rocco's Fest on Labor Day weekend always signifies this for me. I stuffed myself with zeppolli's - oh so yuumy! But I adore autumn - it's my favorite season. I'm looking forward to a fabulous fall.
So there's my rambeling for today. It's a little everywhere, but that's how my brain is lately.

Goodbye, Mr. Crocodile Hunter

2006-09-04T17:43:00.000-07:00

R.I.P. Mate *In his honor, please check out this website: http://www.hsus.org/protect_seals.html It's something I believe n and is a great tribute to Mr. Irwin's work *

See, they are EVIL

2006-09-03T15:42:00.000-07:00

It's been quite a day...

2006-08-31T12:20:00.000-07:00

...the first thing I heard on the radio today was that a Cleveland Policeman was killed in action. This saddens me. I feel that we owe a great debt to people who work on keeping us safe and saving our lives. I am sad for the loss and sad for his family. The sleeze who killed him is a man who was wanted on rape. He gets to live, but the policeman is dead. It's just not right.
I have two possible gigs in the making with my choreography. I'm pretty sure one of them won't work - but the other one - I REALLY hope it does! Two in one day - FANTASTIC!
I've been catching up with an old friend and, I will admit, I like it very much. I have missed having this person in my life and find great joy in this reconnection.
It's the holiday weekend - and though I have no real big plans, I am looking forward to relaxing and hanging out with friends. St. Rocco's has their feast this weekend, too - the official end of summer celebration. Tuesday starts a new school year and a second chance at a new beginning to the year. Both excite me.

Catch Up

2006-08-30T09:38:00.000-07:00

The past few days have been busy: Open House went very well. It got me all excited for the new upcoming school year. I have a new and rejuvenate passion for my job.
Monday, we went to Cedar Point and I had my last corn dog of the summer. It was delicious!
I went and saw 'Idlewild' last night. I wasn't expecting much. I went as a "work must". I was pleasantly surprised - not a bad flick. Outkast is talented and I just adore the era of the movie. I'm telling you to go run out and see it, but it's not as bad as I thought it would be - it's a hell of a lot better than 'The Devil Wears Prada'!

Waiver

2006-08-23T11:04:00.000-07:00

Recently, I took some pictures and sent them to friends. The few that were in the pictures with me got a little upset about that (cuz when you take photos, I guess you're supposed to hide them and never show them). Take this as a warning, unless you sign the waiver below, if I take a picture, I may use it :)

PICTURE WAIVER
I, (insert name here), do not want the images of me used in any way, shape or form. Photos are to be hidden and never to be looked at.
______________________ _________________
Sign name here Date

Support the troops

2006-08-22T09:41:00.000-07:00

This is a fantastic organization sincerly trying to save the lives of our soliders. I encourage everyone to check it out:

http://operation-helmet.org/

The Bitch is back

2006-08-21T15:41:00.000-07:00

I am back from vacation - West Palm Beach was fabulous! I have a wicked suntan :)

Ode to farfegnuggen

2006-08-13T20:10:00.000-07:00

Vivi was a good car. I had my silver jetta for 5 years. She caused me little annoyance and many years of fond memories (Chicago, South Carolina, Toronto, Niagra Falls, Pittsburgh, Detroit and many more). But the lease is up. I'd like to introduce you to.... Bagoda (as in Abe). He is a black 2006 Jetta and is a smooth mf'ing ride. He can't wait for all the future roadtrips (D.C. in October is already planned).

Damn Osama!

2006-08-10T11:18:00.000-07:00

I have to fly next week and he is going to make my experience a pain in the ass! I can't even bring a bottle of water on the flight! "Don't let the terrorists win" - argh!

Jockin' Mike D. to my dismay

2006-08-09T10:21:00.000-07:00

So, Dustin Diamond, aka Screech, is begging people to help him save his house. Here's my question, besides his nice lump of money from 'Saved By the Bell', his brother is Mike D. from the Beastie Boys. If they were to put that together, shouldn't he be more than fine?!?!

www.getdshirts.com

It's like my mama always said...

2006-08-07T11:50:00.001-07:00

"Two tears in a bucket,
Mother f*ck it."
Midnight In the
Garden of Good & Evil

FINALLY

2006-08-03T21:54:00.000-07:00

They're building a Chick-fil-A on the West side!!!!!!!!

I'm borrowing this from a friend...

2006-08-02T14:22:00.000-07:00

"As we grow up, we learn that even the one person that wasn't supposed to ever let you down probably will. You will have your heart broken probably more than once and it's harder every time. You'll break hearts too, so remember how it felt when yours was broken. You'll fight with your best friend. You'll blame a new love for things an old one did. You'll cry because time is passing too fast, and you'll eventually lose someone you love. So take too many pictures, laugh too much, and love like you've never been hurt because every sixty seconds you spend upset is a minute of happiness you'll never get back."

Silver anniversary

2006-08-01T10:04:00.000-07:00

I am older than Mtv.

There has to be a word for this...

2006-07-31T09:37:00.000-07:00

I think I experienced almost every emotion in one day. In 24 hours, I felt stung, disappointed, crushed, irate, pissed off, spent, embarrassed, stupid, loving, happy, child like, lucky, doomed, excited, crazy, passionate, comfortable, out of character,defeated, unbelievable, insane, aroused, overwhelmed, content, hopeful, relieved, smug, bewildered, redeemed, upset, rekindled and complete. I need today just to recover.

rant

2006-07-30T08:54:00.000-07:00

Boys stink - I feel much better now, thank you.

Lance Bass is gay...

2006-07-26T14:14:00.000-07:00

... is this really a newsflash?

The more things seem to change, the more they stay the same

2006-07-25T10:33:00.000-07:00

I have had 2 major emotions today from complete opposite ends of the spectrum - and it's not even noon yet! No matter how young or old you are, the 2 things I went through today effect us the same (or I at least believe to be so).
I got scolded by one of my boss' today. And I probably deserved it. But to be scolded - I always feel like the little kid in the corner with her shoulders trying to swallow up her head so no one can see them. I felt like I disappointed them and I hate that feeling. Whether is be from a parent, a boss...Anyone. I hate disappointing people.
Then, like a gift from the heavens, a beautiful flower arrangement was sent to me! I had that great anticipating ping in my heart as my tummy did somersaults. It was a wonderful surprise and a very thoughtful gesture. Flowers always make me happy. It can be a single stem or an overflowing basket - they make me happy. And when they are some of my favorite flowers, I know time and thought went into it.
So I went from bewildered to gleeful in a matter of an hour. Thank goodness it happened in that order.

This is a first...

2006-07-24T20:07:00.000-07:00

I have a relationship with an ex-boyfriend. Not a romantic relationship - but a relationship, none the less. If I may dare say so, he and I may be on the road to friendship. This is CRAZY to me! The angst I had against him... and now we can talk to each other civilly - blows my mind.
I've found people who can be friends with their ex as fools. I'm not saying I still don't feel a tinge that way - but time does change things.

My FIRST theatrical review

2006-07-19T11:10:00.000-07:00

They mentioned my name - that's HUGE!

Huntington showcase quirky offbeat musical
Theater Review
By Art Thomas

One theme readers of this column are aware of is a push to see shows that you might not be familiar with. The current production at Huntington Playhouse gives that opportunity.
“Sweet Charity” has a book by Neil Simon, and music by Cy Coleman, who writes memorable tunes. Both are “mainstream” artists, yet their musical collaboration “Sweet Charity” has not endured as well as their other works, created separately. It is a shame, because “Sweet Charity” can stand on its own.
Huntington Director Tom Meyrose talks in his directors notes about the references that some younger audience members may not “get” and the difficulty of building multisets because the show has at least 10 locations. Thos are issues, but what makes “Sweet Charity” work is the characters, and Huntington cast fill their shoes quite well.
Beautiful Maggie Gibbons is Charity, a dance-hall girl with a heart of gold. In her first scene she gives cash to every charity that comes her way, despite being pushed into the pond by a boyfriend who took her money.
The Fandango Ballroom, where much of the show is set, is thinly disguised whorehouse where the barrier between dancing and more is slim.
Gibbons dances up a storm with Nicci Cassara’s choreography and has her best dramatic moments in the show’s later scenes with Justin Williams who plays Oscar, the shy guy who just might become her “long-lasting” boyfriend. Williams is a bit more superficial in the Oscar role.
“Sweet Charity” was inspired by a Federico Fellini screenplay, but the influence of master jokester Neil Simon and tunesman Cy Coleman effectively temper what could be a downer of a show. They make it as fluffy and palatable as pancakes with syrup.
In this production, Joe Svhlik is the delightful pompous movie star Vitorrio Vidal, with whom Charity has a fling. Her ballroom buddies, Helene and Nicki, as played by Kathleen Madden – whose goofy expressions make you wonder if she is all there – and Amy Annico. Both exude energy and talent, especially in their trio numbers.
Musically, “Sweet Charity” gave us the memorable “Big Spender” in which the bored, aged, and desperate dance hall girls exhort potential customers.
An audience pleasure in this production is “The Rhythm Of Life”, where tie-dyed hippies link themselves with the energy of the universe – and the mellowing qualities of marijuana. Clearly a lot of the audience was around in the 60’s. Give “Sweet Charity” a chance. It runs through August 6 at Huntington Playhouse is Bay’s Huntington Metroparks Reservation.

Toad & Teets

2006-07-18T20:18:00.000-07:00

Who'd have thunk that I'd see so many tits at a Toad the Wet Sprocket concert!?! It was ridiculous! One girl had on the ugliest dress with the sides completely gone and her tits (or tic-tacs) flying everywhere. Then, as we're dancing, we look over at this girl who has on a "shirt" with a huge cut out in the back. Her guy puts his hand through the back and totally feels her up! Hello - I was at a TOAD CONCERT! Not some rockin, hell raisin' concert full of leather - a Toad concert with acoustic guitars and a whole lot of weed (I'm still coming down from my buzz). Wow - what a night.

EXTRA:

Entertainment Weekly Reader Survey:
I listen to music most: in my car
The best album I've purchased in the last 3 months is: Begin To Hope by Regina Spektor
The best album I've purchased in the last 6 months is: Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not by the Artic Monkeys
The best album I've purchased in the last 12 months:The Essential Johnny Cash
My latest music obsession is: dance remixes
My biggest music obsession is: Still musicals - I have a love/hate relationship with them
The best song from a movie that I've heard in the last 3 months is: Wow, movie.... I can't even think of one. But I will say that the title song from 'Sweet Charity' haunts me daily.

Dork - and proud of it!

2006-07-17T15:30:00.000-07:00

So tomorrow evening, I and some friends will be attending the Toad the Wet Sprocket concert. I freakin LOVED them in High School. I think the last time I saw them, I was a sophomore. And it rocked! Hootie and the Blowfish were their opening act. I'm totally pumped - and totally a dork.

Opening Weekend

2006-07-15T18:07:00.000-07:00

Opening Night was AMAZING! The show, the cast, the audience, the energy... Simply breath taking. I'm not there this evening and I actually feel like I'm suffering from withdrawal. I cannot express how wonderful this cast is. I am so lucky to be a part of this production.

If you love me at all...

2006-07-10T13:21:00.000-07:00

... you will go see 'Sweet Charity' at Huntington Playhouse ( and bring 5 people with you). I am so proud to be a part of this production!
July 12-August 6
'Sweet Charity' Huntington Playhouse 28601 Lake RoadBay Village, Ohio 44140phone: (440) 871 - 8333July 12 - August 6, 2006price: $17.00box office phone: (440) 871-8333
‘Sweet Charity’ is a musical that tells the story of the eternally-optimistic Charity Hope Valentine who works as a taxi dancer in the disreputable Fandango Ballroom. Though every man she meets breaks her heart, she is a true romantic and remains hopeful that she will find true love and escape to something better.With memorable songs like, ‘Big Spender’, ‘If My Friends Could See me Now’ and ‘Baby, Dream Your Dream’, the night is sure to entertain and tickle your funny bone!Directed by Tom MeyroseChoreographed by Nicci Cassara
'Sweet Charity' will run July 12th - August 6th, 2006 at the Huntington Playhouse in Bay Village, Ohio. Directed by Tom Meyrose and choreographed by Nicci Cassara, 'Sweet Charity' is a musical written by Neil Simon with songs by Cy Coleman. Originally done on Broadway by Bob Fosse, this musical is full of heart, rhythm and fun!