One Of My Favorite Shows...

 I found myself thinking of a show I did years ago. One picture from a social media site and it all came back, the music, the people, the amazing time we had on, and backstage. The show was Shrek, the Musical, and it was a blast.

It was 2015 at the Centerpoint Legacy Theatre in Centerville, Utah. I'd never seen the show, nor had I heard the music, but after doing the show, it became one of my favorites. I had seen the animated film, but after being in the musical, I can't bring myself to watch the film again...and even though there's some amazing voice talent in that movie, it's just not the same. It needs the music.

Every show has its own feel, its own vibe. For Shrek, it was always charged, as if we couldn't wait to get onstage and do the show. I can honestly say not all shows are like that...some, but not all.

A local theater company is doing Shrek, the Musical this summer. I've worked in that theater before--great venue, great people. Maybe it was the casts and people at the theater where I did the show...maybe it's the show itself. I can't be sure, but I'll bet that those people fortunate enough get in the show this summer will love it and they'll be unable to wait to get on that stage and perform the crap out of the show.

And I hope when it's all said and done, it'll be one of their favorite shows, too.

My Artist Friend Simon...Had A Good 2018

Scrolling through social media today while at work (and on a break...), I happened to spot a post from an extremely talented artist who happens to be a friend. His post mentioned an Art Give-A-Way.

I was definitely interested.

Because his art is amazing.

Here's what he posted earlier today:

PAINTING GIVE-A-WAY!!! 2018 has been a GREAT year for me! It makes me want to do something for someone else. So here's your chance to have a painting. No charge.
This isn't a gimmick. Just make sure you follow me and interact with this post in some way. That's all you have to do, in a few days I'll pick someone at random and ship it to her/his door.

Thank you all for your support over the years!

This image is what you'll receive. Measures 18x24

And here's what he made that's he's giving away.

I met Simon a few years back. We did a show together. We both wore costumes, we sang, we danced, we had a good time. And because life on the stage does not pay the bills, we both have day jobs--I work in a cubicle staring at computer screens and Simon works in a studio staring at works of art.

If you'd like to follow Simon, you can find him on Instagram by clicking: HERE. Check him out. Comment on his art. Who knows--it just might be hanging in your house some day.