SCHOLARSHIP, TAVERN & THE WIZ...OH MY

I have had a busy weekend starting with an audition for the Emerging Artist Scholarship at Notre Dame. The pianist was the amazing John Florencio - I was so glad to have a competent pianist because I brought a musical theatre piece & a difficult aria to sing (& play!) I felt good after I was done especially with my monologue - It's a keeper. Michael Elkins & Debra Lambert were very enthusiastic about my work and I received some of the most wonderful comments of my life (sorry, some things are private) - It felt good. I have already been awarded a major scholarship for merit so this one would be a big help in paying for school. I'll know the result in March.

Last night, I attended the closing night of Bus Barn's Over The Tavern which was one of the best plays I have seen - and the production was top notch with a brilliant cast that featured four very talented young actors. My friends Andrew Sanford & Ray Renati were phenomenal. I love going to Bus Barn - they are a wonderful group of people. It was especially lovely to see my beloved Barbara Cannon & Shannon Stowe - I love those ladies! It was a great night in the theatre.

Today, my sister & I went to see her high school production of The Wiz which was very entertaining. This is how small the world is - I sat next to my high school drama teacher Gwen Sidley - it was wonderful to see her. She was so inspiring to me when I was in high school and things that she taught me - I still carry with me today.

Keep your eye on Arielle Rothman who played Dorothy - this girl's voice brought tears to my eyes with her rendition of 'Home.' I believe we'll be hearing a lot more from this talented young lady.

Anyway - it was a busy, fun & exciting weekend. I'm a little bit tired so I'm off to have din din with the family.

Have a great week y'all!

=+)

M.