Monday, May 01, 2006
Friday, April 28, 2006
4/27 Rally For Higher Education in Trenton
Two articles from the Daily Targum about the Rally Thursday -
Possible Tuition Increase Protested
March on Trenton - In Focus
Possible Tuition Increase Protested
March on Trenton - In Focus
Wednesday, April 26, 2006
April is almost over....Finally!
April has been a crazy roller-coaster. It started off so awesome with Hello Dolly @ Matawan. Then it got weird. Then it just went nuts. I had papers due, fell behind, caught up, got ahead, fell behind again.....all over the place. This last week has been insane. Accidents, mishaps, general malaise.... It has apparently been a crappy month for everyone. I absolutely can not wait for April to be over.
The Underpants went pretty well. The set was freaking awesome. The pieces from Beadle really helped make it look incredible. And the window kicked some serious ass. I definitely finished building the window at about 7:15 and it was painted by 7:30. The paint was probably still drying when the show started. But none of the costumes were ruined, and that's all that matters. Since there was only one coat of paint on it and it was with a brush you could still see some of the wood grain underneath the paint. It was a neat, though unintentional, effect. You could only see if it you really looked though. I spent so long on that window. But people actually noticed it. I got a lot of compliments on it, which was nice. Cause usually, in theater tech, when you do your job right, people shouldn't notice you. But they did notice in this case, and it was cool. Mom & Dad came to see it & brought Nani. We went advertising crazy. I think I sent out like 10 - 15 messages via different outlets about the show. We had decent turnouts every night, but no sellouts. Ah well. So Big Thanks to all the people who did make it out, and even to all the people who tried but couldn't. Knowing you tried to make the effort is just as great as if you had actually managed to get to the show.
I can't believe that April is almost over (thank goodness). I can't wait. I'm seriously considering going to the May Day celebrations in Princeton. They start at dawn I believe. V exciting. It'll be a good way to start off the new month and the last day of classes.
Oh my god - the last day of classes. The LAST DAY OF CLASSES!!!!! I'm almost a Grad student! This is crazy. I don't know if I can take it. Graduating. I just f*ing graduated from Matawan, and now I'm supposed to be graduating from Rutgers?? How did this happen? It seems so impossible.
Bah humbug. I've got observations in the morning, so I must off to bed. Last week of these too. weird.
too weird. all of it.
later.
The Underpants went pretty well. The set was freaking awesome. The pieces from Beadle really helped make it look incredible. And the window kicked some serious ass. I definitely finished building the window at about 7:15 and it was painted by 7:30. The paint was probably still drying when the show started. But none of the costumes were ruined, and that's all that matters. Since there was only one coat of paint on it and it was with a brush you could still see some of the wood grain underneath the paint. It was a neat, though unintentional, effect. You could only see if it you really looked though. I spent so long on that window. But people actually noticed it. I got a lot of compliments on it, which was nice. Cause usually, in theater tech, when you do your job right, people shouldn't notice you. But they did notice in this case, and it was cool. Mom & Dad came to see it & brought Nani. We went advertising crazy. I think I sent out like 10 - 15 messages via different outlets about the show. We had decent turnouts every night, but no sellouts. Ah well. So Big Thanks to all the people who did make it out, and even to all the people who tried but couldn't. Knowing you tried to make the effort is just as great as if you had actually managed to get to the show.
I can't believe that April is almost over (thank goodness). I can't wait. I'm seriously considering going to the May Day celebrations in Princeton. They start at dawn I believe. V exciting. It'll be a good way to start off the new month and the last day of classes.
Oh my god - the last day of classes. The LAST DAY OF CLASSES!!!!! I'm almost a Grad student! This is crazy. I don't know if I can take it. Graduating. I just f*ing graduated from Matawan, and now I'm supposed to be graduating from Rutgers?? How did this happen? It seems so impossible.
Bah humbug. I've got observations in the morning, so I must off to bed. Last week of these too. weird.
too weird. all of it.
later.
Monday, April 10, 2006
The Underpants @ Cabaret!
Come see Steve Martin's adaptation of The Underpants!
Thursday April 13 at 8 pm
Friday April 14 at 8 pm
Saturday April 15 at 2 pm & 8 pm|
Thursday April 20 at 8 pm
Friday April 21 at 8 pm & 12 midnight
Saturday April 22 at 8 pm
Visit Cabaret Theatre's website for more details.
It's the last mainstage production of the season. Come See it!!!
Monday, April 03, 2006
Basking in the afterglow
Another show over.
Another amazing experience.
Yet this one was so far beyond anything I've done lately.
Carolyn told me the other day that I've been "glowing" since I started HD. I think she's right. And it kicks ass.
It was a tight show. And I'm so happy I got to be a part of it.
Strike is Friday. That'll really be the end of HD. But not the end of the goodness. (Never-mind that I'm not making any sense and just go with it. I'm floating. What more do you need?)
later :-D
Another amazing experience.
Yet this one was so far beyond anything I've done lately.
Carolyn told me the other day that I've been "glowing" since I started HD. I think she's right. And it kicks ass.
It was a tight show. And I'm so happy I got to be a part of it.
Strike is Friday. That'll really be the end of HD. But not the end of the goodness. (Never-mind that I'm not making any sense and just go with it. I'm floating. What more do you need?)
later :-D
Sunday, March 26, 2006
::Happiness::
So indescribably happy right now. Don't know where to begin. Love my job. Count the time till I'm there again. Love the people I get to work with. I've actually caught myself swooning, I'm so happy.
eeeeee :-D
eeeeee :-D
Saturday, March 25, 2006
I Knew It
| You Belong in London |
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hehehe...I knew it :-D
Wednesday, March 01, 2006
Glengarry has finally opened...
(posting this one a little late...that's why the days are off. deal with it.)
It's been a rough couple of weeks. But enough about that already ;-)
This weekend has been great. Glengarry Glen Ross opened Thursday. We've done four shows so far and the guys have been absolutely amazing. I just wish we could get some bigger crowds in. These guys deserve to have everyone watching them, and Cabaret deserves the money and publicity. I've been having such a great time getting to know all of these guys better. They're definitely one of my favorite casts ever.
Last night Philippe had everyone over for the first cast party. I had a great time. I think everyone did. Well done 116-Louis-residents. So much fun. No details for you though. (Hi Mommy)
Anyway, even more fun to be had next weekend ;-)
Later.
It's been a rough couple of weeks. But enough about that already ;-)
This weekend has been great. Glengarry Glen Ross opened Thursday. We've done four shows so far and the guys have been absolutely amazing. I just wish we could get some bigger crowds in. These guys deserve to have everyone watching them, and Cabaret deserves the money and publicity. I've been having such a great time getting to know all of these guys better. They're definitely one of my favorite casts ever.
Last night Philippe had everyone over for the first cast party. I had a great time. I think everyone did. Well done 116-Louis-residents. So much fun. No details for you though. (Hi Mommy)
Anyway, even more fun to be had next weekend ;-)
Later.
Sunday, February 26, 2006
A cappella group takes top prizes - University
A cappella group takes top prizes - University
yay Casual Harmony!
Can't wait for the competition next week...ShockWave AND Casual Harmony. It's almost more than a girl can take ;-)
yay Casual Harmony!
Can't wait for the competition next week...ShockWave AND Casual Harmony. It's almost more than a girl can take ;-)
Wednesday, February 15, 2006
Save Arts Education Funding!!
The President is trying to cut finding to the Arts in Education. What a loser.
Cutting Arts in Education is one of the worst mistakes we can make. Thousands of researchers have proven that children need the Arts in their schools to excell.
Any Teacher could tell you their children needed the Arts. Any Student could tell you they needed the Arts. Why can't politicians see that??
Cutting Arts in Education is one of the worst mistakes we can make. Thousands of researchers have proven that children need the Arts in their schools to excell.
Any Teacher could tell you their children needed the Arts. Any Student could tell you they needed the Arts. Why can't politicians see that??
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Monday, February 13, 2006
Snow Day
Yay :-)
Ash & I are snowed into Stonier. Such fun.
We just watched a group of guys snow wrestling outside my window. It was great. Ash saw them out the window and stood up to watch them. One of them picked up a snow shovel and started chucking snow at the rest of them. Then I got up to see what was going on. It was really funny to watch. Once they stopped the snow fight and started getting up, we both were kind of like, "Hm, that one looks familiar. Hey! We know all of those guys." So it got even funnier cause we actually knew who it was. I'll have to mention it casually the next time I see them and see how they react. Lol. I love my friends.
So the big news....
I have a NEW CAR!!!
very exciting...really makes me feel adult-y though... In the last month, I've been applying for internships/jobs, signed a lease on an apartment, and bought a car. That's ridiculous. Everything's really sinking in now. And it's scaring me a little bit. In two weeks, I'll be signing up for Graduate courses. Which, by the way, are getting in the way of everything. I can't apply for most internships because these are summer classes. I will yet again have to suffer through so many job applications being rejected because I have such limited hours. I might not even be able to do some of the work I was really looking forward to because of them. Bah humbug.
Okay, this is getting me down. And it's really late and I still have a ton of homework to finish.....
later.
Ash & I are snowed into Stonier. Such fun.
We just watched a group of guys snow wrestling outside my window. It was great. Ash saw them out the window and stood up to watch them. One of them picked up a snow shovel and started chucking snow at the rest of them. Then I got up to see what was going on. It was really funny to watch. Once they stopped the snow fight and started getting up, we both were kind of like, "Hm, that one looks familiar. Hey! We know all of those guys." So it got even funnier cause we actually knew who it was. I'll have to mention it casually the next time I see them and see how they react. Lol. I love my friends.
So the big news....
I have a NEW CAR!!!
very exciting...really makes me feel adult-y though... In the last month, I've been applying for internships/jobs, signed a lease on an apartment, and bought a car. That's ridiculous. Everything's really sinking in now. And it's scaring me a little bit. In two weeks, I'll be signing up for Graduate courses. Which, by the way, are getting in the way of everything. I can't apply for most internships because these are summer classes. I will yet again have to suffer through so many job applications being rejected because I have such limited hours. I might not even be able to do some of the work I was really looking forward to because of them. Bah humbug.
Okay, this is getting me down. And it's really late and I still have a ton of homework to finish.....
later.
Monday, January 23, 2006
New Semester...
::sigh::
And so we begin a brand new semester. Not even a full week in and I'm already going crazy. I have to make major decisions that quite frankly, I'm not ready to make. Before break I had to hand in my application for student teaching. Student Teaching!!! Already!! Can you believe that? I got a call last week from a landlord about an apartment. He's trying to be nice and give us first shot at the place, but it's January for heaven's sake! How are we supposed to decide now about housing for next year. Ash & I have to decide if we want the place, then try to get a third roommate in place. Which is in itself very crazy. So anyway, the three of us are gonna try to go check out the place this week, talk to the landlord, etc.
And, of course, I'm sick. It's January 22, and I've been sick twice already this year. That's horrible. It's starting to freak me out. I barely got sick at all in England, but now this school year, I've been sick so many times. Yeah, there's the stress thing, but I was stressed in England. Not as much, but it was there. And I probably ate worse there, and I was living with four other people so there had to be more germs flying around. Amount of sleep is probably the same. Most signs point towards sickness there. So what is it about this year that's making me get sick so much more often? grrr
Cabaret started tonight with the first staff meeting of the semester. It's nice to be back there, but I'm feeling a little hesitant about it. Once the show gets going I'm sure it'll be better. It was great to start seeing people again. Got to see some members that I hadn't seen since before break or since New Year's. And afterwards we went back to Melissa's with Parag, and even seeing just that little group was so great.
I miss people. I need a social life again.
I also need to finish my homework, so I'm stopping.
Night.
And so we begin a brand new semester. Not even a full week in and I'm already going crazy. I have to make major decisions that quite frankly, I'm not ready to make. Before break I had to hand in my application for student teaching. Student Teaching!!! Already!! Can you believe that? I got a call last week from a landlord about an apartment. He's trying to be nice and give us first shot at the place, but it's January for heaven's sake! How are we supposed to decide now about housing for next year. Ash & I have to decide if we want the place, then try to get a third roommate in place. Which is in itself very crazy. So anyway, the three of us are gonna try to go check out the place this week, talk to the landlord, etc.
And, of course, I'm sick. It's January 22, and I've been sick twice already this year. That's horrible. It's starting to freak me out. I barely got sick at all in England, but now this school year, I've been sick so many times. Yeah, there's the stress thing, but I was stressed in England. Not as much, but it was there. And I probably ate worse there, and I was living with four other people so there had to be more germs flying around. Amount of sleep is probably the same. Most signs point towards sickness there. So what is it about this year that's making me get sick so much more often? grrr
Cabaret started tonight with the first staff meeting of the semester. It's nice to be back there, but I'm feeling a little hesitant about it. Once the show gets going I'm sure it'll be better. It was great to start seeing people again. Got to see some members that I hadn't seen since before break or since New Year's. And afterwards we went back to Melissa's with Parag, and even seeing just that little group was so great.
I miss people. I need a social life again.
I also need to finish my homework, so I'm stopping.
Night.
Thursday, December 22, 2005
Almost Done....
Two finals done, one left to go. Have to pack up afterwards tomorrow and head home for the holidays. Tau Sig Party is tomorrow too, so I have to get home in time to leave for that. oh my.
I can't wait to get out of this place. I wanna leave, but I'm not sure that I really want to go home either. It'll be nice i guess. especially when the high schools start again and i'll have the house to myself.
::sigh::
back to studying
I can't wait to get out of this place. I wanna leave, but I'm not sure that I really want to go home either. It'll be nice i guess. especially when the high schools start again and i'll have the house to myself.
::sigh::
back to studying
Monday, December 19, 2005
Holdover
Quickies:
Party was awesome. So much I want to get down, but it's all going in my journal first, then this one gets pieces. Basically though, it was amazing. I had a great time. I was so happy to see everyone before break, and can't wait to do it again. If only I had my own place, I could do it whenever I wanted. But I don't, so I have to wait for other people to have gatherings/let me throw something.
My hair is now about 4 inches shorter, and I love it. But no one notices because the bigger change is that I've dyed it. It's like a black cherry color, or at least that's what I'm calling it. It's really dark, almost black, but when the light hits it, it's a red/burgundy color. Awesome.
Saw Pat/Jeff/Mikey's band play at JJ's on Wednesday. Apparently they are called Minx. Good to know. I can stop identifying them by naming all the members. Good to see everyone there as well. Talked up the party. A bit of a weird night, but overall pretty good. Heard some weird stuff. Said some weird stuff. Did some weird stuff. Whatever. No use worrying about it now, no matter how I wish it went.
4th Annual Gingerbread party last Sunday. Good times. Pictures are up on my yahoo photo page for anyone interested.
Acapella concerts = AMAZING. Truly talented people that are having so much fun, and it shows. Those shows are so much fun to go to.
Cabaret - Brig (Intense and so good), Directors scenes (Great scenes this year), Caf Crav auditions (Bust),
CAP - Lysistrata - good job guys.
Working on fixing the knee
It's a crazy time, for everyone. I myself am off to write one last paper. My finals start Tuesday, and go to Friday. I may have to hurt myself. Someone keep an eye on me. Or whatever you feel like using. ;-)
Good Luck everyone!
Later.
Party was awesome. So much I want to get down, but it's all going in my journal first, then this one gets pieces. Basically though, it was amazing. I had a great time. I was so happy to see everyone before break, and can't wait to do it again. If only I had my own place, I could do it whenever I wanted. But I don't, so I have to wait for other people to have gatherings/let me throw something.
My hair is now about 4 inches shorter, and I love it. But no one notices because the bigger change is that I've dyed it. It's like a black cherry color, or at least that's what I'm calling it. It's really dark, almost black, but when the light hits it, it's a red/burgundy color. Awesome.
Saw Pat/Jeff/Mikey's band play at JJ's on Wednesday. Apparently they are called Minx. Good to know. I can stop identifying them by naming all the members. Good to see everyone there as well. Talked up the party. A bit of a weird night, but overall pretty good. Heard some weird stuff. Said some weird stuff. Did some weird stuff. Whatever. No use worrying about it now, no matter how I wish it went.
4th Annual Gingerbread party last Sunday. Good times. Pictures are up on my yahoo photo page for anyone interested.
Acapella concerts = AMAZING. Truly talented people that are having so much fun, and it shows. Those shows are so much fun to go to.
Cabaret - Brig (Intense and so good), Directors scenes (Great scenes this year), Caf Crav auditions (Bust),
CAP - Lysistrata - good job guys.
Working on fixing the knee
It's a crazy time, for everyone. I myself am off to write one last paper. My finals start Tuesday, and go to Friday. I may have to hurt myself. Someone keep an eye on me. Or whatever you feel like using. ;-)
Good Luck everyone!
Later.
Friday, December 09, 2005
I need MEN!!!
AUDITIONS!!!
Caffeinal Cravings @ Cabaret Theatre.
We've added a third night of auditions - Monday Dec 12 @ 7pm
And tonight (Friday) @ 7pm
We need people for all parts, especially MALES!!!! Singers and actors are needed. No dancing in this one, so don't worry about those 2 left feet.
Listen to a clip here:
http://www.gio3650.altervista.org/Frank/music/moments/02.mp3
Visit FrankDAgostino.net for plot summaries and other clips.
Send me a message if you want any other info, including Character Breakdowns, etc.
Caffeinal Cravings @ Cabaret Theatre.
We've added a third night of auditions - Monday Dec 12 @ 7pm
And tonight (Friday) @ 7pm
We need people for all parts, especially MALES!!!! Singers and actors are needed. No dancing in this one, so don't worry about those 2 left feet.
Listen to a clip here:
http://www.gio3650.altervista.org/Frank/music/moments/02.mp3
Visit FrankDAgostino.net for plot summaries and other clips.
Send me a message if you want any other info, including Character Breakdowns, etc.
Friday, December 02, 2005
Caffeinal Cravings Auditions
hehehe...you are all going to get so sick of hearing about this....
Auditions are coming next week for the world premiere of Frank D'Agostino's new musical: Caffeinal Cravings!!
The auditions will be held on Thursday Dec. 8 & Friday Dec. 9 (Note: This is different from Cabaret's usual audition schedule of Tues. & Wed. so that it is easier for you to attend).
As usual, no Rutgers affiliation is required. The only limit is that you must be at least 18 years old.
There are parts available for singers and non-singers and everyone is welcome to audition.
And don't worry, there will be no rehearsals during Winter Break! Anyone offered a part in the show will be given the script & music before break and asked to review it before returning, but there are no official rehearsal times until class resumes.
We're also looking for techies, pit musicians, rehearsal musicians, and all around help for this production. Also, the Cabaret Theatre is looking for a Marketing Director for the Spring Semester.
Written by Frank D'Agostino
Produced by Mel Sullivan of Cabaret Theatre
Directed by Nick Thomas
Musically Directed by ???(to be announced soon)
And featuring all of your favorite Production Staffers
(The show is being Tech Directed/Stage Managed by yours truly, so there's even more incentive for all of you to get involved!)
As always, check out the Cabaret Theatre website for more information: http://www.cabarettheatre.org
"Official Cabaret Blurb":
CAFFEINAL CRAVINGS
A World Premiere Musical
The Cabaret Theatre is please to announce open auditions for our spring musical, Caffeinal Cravings. Caffeinal Cravings is an new musical that will make its world premiere at the Cabaret Theatre beginning in February of 2006. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of this truly spectacular theater original. Needed are 6 non-singing male roles and 2 non-singing female roles. Also needed are 3 female singing roles and 2 male singing roles. Sing a song from any Broadway musical in your range. Everyone auditioning must be over 18. Age ranges for all roles are 18-65.
Auditions are coming next week for the world premiere of Frank D'Agostino's new musical: Caffeinal Cravings!!
The auditions will be held on Thursday Dec. 8 & Friday Dec. 9 (Note: This is different from Cabaret's usual audition schedule of Tues. & Wed. so that it is easier for you to attend).
As usual, no Rutgers affiliation is required. The only limit is that you must be at least 18 years old.
There are parts available for singers and non-singers and everyone is welcome to audition.
And don't worry, there will be no rehearsals during Winter Break! Anyone offered a part in the show will be given the script & music before break and asked to review it before returning, but there are no official rehearsal times until class resumes.
We're also looking for techies, pit musicians, rehearsal musicians, and all around help for this production. Also, the Cabaret Theatre is looking for a Marketing Director for the Spring Semester.
Written by Frank D'Agostino
Produced by Mel Sullivan of Cabaret Theatre
Directed by Nick Thomas
Musically Directed by ???(to be announced soon)
And featuring all of your favorite Production Staffers
(The show is being Tech Directed/Stage Managed by yours truly, so there's even more incentive for all of you to get involved!)
As always, check out the Cabaret Theatre website for more information: http://www.cabarettheatre.org
"Official Cabaret Blurb":
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AUDITIONS
CAFFEINAL CRAVINGS
A World Premiere Musical
The Cabaret Theatre is please to announce open auditions for our spring musical, Caffeinal Cravings. Caffeinal Cravings is an new musical that will make its world premiere at the Cabaret Theatre beginning in February of 2006. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of this truly spectacular theater original. Needed are 6 non-singing male roles and 2 non-singing female roles. Also needed are 3 female singing roles and 2 male singing roles. Sing a song from any Broadway musical in your range. Everyone auditioning must be over 18. Age ranges for all roles are 18-65.
Auditions December 8th and 9th from 7:00pm-9:00pm
Callbacks December 10th from 6:00pm-8:00pm
Shows run Wednesday-Saturday beginning February 22nd and running through March 5th.
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Tuesday, November 22, 2005
Thanksgiving!
Woo! First midterm done, one to go. Then Thanksgiving Break! Sweet! Can't wait. Lots to get done at home, along with the requisite cooking for Thursday, shopping on Friday, and so on.
Coming back on Sunday to start teching for The Brig.
Later.
Coming back on Sunday to start teching for The Brig.
Later.
Sunday, November 20, 2005
The last 3 weeks
I can't believe it's already the middle of November! This semester has gone so fast. It feels like I just moved in, and we just had auditions for Cabaret's first show of the season. And now we've finished all our mainstages for the semester and are about to put up the special project and director's scenes. Thanksgiving Break is this week, and after that, there's only like two weeks until finals start. And then we're into our last semester as undergrads. Which is really freaking me out.
Anyway, the last few weeks have been crazy. Besides still recovering from/being sick, there was class of course, and then the fun stuff :-) Let's see. Ah yes. It'll start with my all nighter at Cabaret finishing the Anne Frank set. We literally left the theater at 7am. I went home and was gonna just stay up cause I had class at 10. I remember sitting down at my computer when I got back, then the next thing I knew it was noon and I was in bed. Totally missed class, and didn't really care either. Made it to the second one though. Good times. Then that Thursday was the tech run of Midnightmares for SGP at Spotswood High School. Friday, Ashley & I borrowed Mel's car (woohoo) and went to Midnightmares. The first few minutes were fun as I tried to figure out Mel's car, but it was smooth sailing after that. We discovered Mel's wonderful mix CD and sang all the way there and back. Afterwards was the "Mel's Finally Single" Party (aka the Mel-ebration). We all had so much fun, it was great. Midnightmares performances again Saturday & Sunday, and then Sunday night we booked our Spring Break. Ash, Car & I are now booked for a week at the Lucayan Resort in Ocean City, Maryland. I'm excited. The next week, on Wednesday I met up with a bunch of the Wild Party-ers at JJ's to see one of Pat & Jeff's bands play. Car went with me but left pretty soon. I was so glad she came though, and she seemed to have a good time, so that was good. I had so much fun, it was brilliant. Everyone was there, well almost, and it was just great. The next day after class I left for Atlantic City and the NJEA Convention. I love teachers convention. I always have fun, and of course Atlantic City is great too. We came home late Friday night after spending the day at the convention and the evening at the casino. Saturday the whole family spent out. We went shopping. I got a new phone. I think my father finally just got tired of listening to me complain about my old one. Then my parents decided they wanted to see Chicken Little, so we went to see that at the movie theater. I got back on Sunday in time to unpack then head to Cabaret for the staff meeting.
So that brings me up to this past week, and if anyone is still reading, I'm amazed. Wednesday Ash and I went to Harvest Moon to see WUPA play (another 2 High band). At first they wouldn't let her in because she didn't have her license, so we were like, well, we'll stand out in the hall and at least listen to one or two songs before we go. But then we riffled through her wallet and found her age card from Australia and decided to try that. It totally worked. All they had needed was something with her birthdate on it. So then we found a table in the corner by the band and stayed there for a while. We were the first ones there we knew, but then everyone started showing up. Steve, Aubrey, Brian, Candice..., all wonderful to see, plus the millions of people in the band, Wil, Uton, Pat, Jeff, Rabbi.... Anyway, it was so much fun. So this is now one of my new favorite things to do. I mean, I've always enjoyed seeing friends perform, but these guys are just amazing, and oh, I love it! What else can I say? Thursday night a group of us went to see the midnight showing of Harry Potter - Ash, Mel, Rachel, Steinhart... and then as soon as we walked into the theater we saw all these people we knew. Parag, Steve, Melissa, Chris, were all there, and I saw Anne, one of the Rutgers students that I was in England with last semester. We had a great little chat before the movie started, and it made me miss all my Study Abroad Mates even more than I already did. And it was kind of funny cause the next day I saw Evan, who was at Sussex last year too. Friday night was the Cabaret Open Mic night, which was cool to go to. I had never been to one before. They were great to listen to and were all really good. Mel, Emma, Ash & I went to the diner afterwards. Good times.
Yesterday was Girls Day. Ashley and I went to New York City. Early. We got in at about 10:30, went straight to the TKTS Booth in Times Square and waited for an hour for tickets to Rent. We ended up with amazing seats. Sixth row orchestra! They were technically partial view, but there was very little that you couldn't see. A little expensive, but completely worth it in my opinion. We wandered NYC for a little before the show, had an amazing time at the show, and just an overall kick ass day. Afterwards, we headed back to meet up with Carolyn to go to Menlo Park Mall. Ash & I got some nice new clothes at New York & Company, on their sale racks of course. Their clothes are way too expensive otherwise.
So now it's Sunday. I slept in cause I was knackered from yesterday's excitement, then Ashley and I went to see Hillel's Joseph at Cabaret. Now I'm home. Procrastinating. Because I have two midterms this week, which totally sucks. Oh well. I suppose it's better to get them over with before the break rather than having them hanging over you the entire time.
So I guess I should get to work now. Besides tomorrow's midterm I have a load of other homework. ::sigh::
Goodnight.
Anyway, the last few weeks have been crazy. Besides still recovering from/being sick, there was class of course, and then the fun stuff :-) Let's see. Ah yes. It'll start with my all nighter at Cabaret finishing the Anne Frank set. We literally left the theater at 7am. I went home and was gonna just stay up cause I had class at 10. I remember sitting down at my computer when I got back, then the next thing I knew it was noon and I was in bed. Totally missed class, and didn't really care either. Made it to the second one though. Good times. Then that Thursday was the tech run of Midnightmares for SGP at Spotswood High School. Friday, Ashley & I borrowed Mel's car (woohoo) and went to Midnightmares. The first few minutes were fun as I tried to figure out Mel's car, but it was smooth sailing after that. We discovered Mel's wonderful mix CD and sang all the way there and back. Afterwards was the "Mel's Finally Single" Party (aka the Mel-ebration). We all had so much fun, it was great. Midnightmares performances again Saturday & Sunday, and then Sunday night we booked our Spring Break. Ash, Car & I are now booked for a week at the Lucayan Resort in Ocean City, Maryland. I'm excited. The next week, on Wednesday I met up with a bunch of the Wild Party-ers at JJ's to see one of Pat & Jeff's bands play. Car went with me but left pretty soon. I was so glad she came though, and she seemed to have a good time, so that was good. I had so much fun, it was brilliant. Everyone was there, well almost, and it was just great. The next day after class I left for Atlantic City and the NJEA Convention. I love teachers convention. I always have fun, and of course Atlantic City is great too. We came home late Friday night after spending the day at the convention and the evening at the casino. Saturday the whole family spent out. We went shopping. I got a new phone. I think my father finally just got tired of listening to me complain about my old one. Then my parents decided they wanted to see Chicken Little, so we went to see that at the movie theater. I got back on Sunday in time to unpack then head to Cabaret for the staff meeting.
So that brings me up to this past week, and if anyone is still reading, I'm amazed. Wednesday Ash and I went to Harvest Moon to see WUPA play (another 2 High band). At first they wouldn't let her in because she didn't have her license, so we were like, well, we'll stand out in the hall and at least listen to one or two songs before we go. But then we riffled through her wallet and found her age card from Australia and decided to try that. It totally worked. All they had needed was something with her birthdate on it. So then we found a table in the corner by the band and stayed there for a while. We were the first ones there we knew, but then everyone started showing up. Steve, Aubrey, Brian, Candice..., all wonderful to see, plus the millions of people in the band, Wil, Uton, Pat, Jeff, Rabbi.... Anyway, it was so much fun. So this is now one of my new favorite things to do. I mean, I've always enjoyed seeing friends perform, but these guys are just amazing, and oh, I love it! What else can I say? Thursday night a group of us went to see the midnight showing of Harry Potter - Ash, Mel, Rachel, Steinhart... and then as soon as we walked into the theater we saw all these people we knew. Parag, Steve, Melissa, Chris, were all there, and I saw Anne, one of the Rutgers students that I was in England with last semester. We had a great little chat before the movie started, and it made me miss all my Study Abroad Mates even more than I already did. And it was kind of funny cause the next day I saw Evan, who was at Sussex last year too. Friday night was the Cabaret Open Mic night, which was cool to go to. I had never been to one before. They were great to listen to and were all really good. Mel, Emma, Ash & I went to the diner afterwards. Good times.
Yesterday was Girls Day. Ashley and I went to New York City. Early. We got in at about 10:30, went straight to the TKTS Booth in Times Square and waited for an hour for tickets to Rent. We ended up with amazing seats. Sixth row orchestra! They were technically partial view, but there was very little that you couldn't see. A little expensive, but completely worth it in my opinion. We wandered NYC for a little before the show, had an amazing time at the show, and just an overall kick ass day. Afterwards, we headed back to meet up with Carolyn to go to Menlo Park Mall. Ash & I got some nice new clothes at New York & Company, on their sale racks of course. Their clothes are way too expensive otherwise.
So now it's Sunday. I slept in cause I was knackered from yesterday's excitement, then Ashley and I went to see Hillel's Joseph at Cabaret. Now I'm home. Procrastinating. Because I have two midterms this week, which totally sucks. Oh well. I suppose it's better to get them over with before the break rather than having them hanging over you the entire time.
So I guess I should get to work now. Besides tomorrow's midterm I have a load of other homework. ::sigh::
Goodnight.
Sunday, October 30, 2005
Homecoming & Halloween
Yesterday was awesome. First was the homecoming game against Navy. We rocked it. And it was such a great game. My father came and we had a great time. Glee Club sang at the pregame, and there were tons of people. Definitely one of the best games to go to ever.
Afterwards was the Halloween party at Carrie Livingston's. That was so much fun!! They know how to throw a party. There was food and drink, the music was amazing, and of course the people were perfect. Met some cool new people, but mostly stuck with the group, and had a blast. Good times.
Now it's sunday though, and that means Monday is next, and I hate mondays.
Tonight is a staff meeting at Cabaret, so off i go.
later.
Afterwards was the Halloween party at Carrie Livingston's. That was so much fun!! They know how to throw a party. There was food and drink, the music was amazing, and of course the people were perfect. Met some cool new people, but mostly stuck with the group, and had a blast. Good times.
Now it's sunday though, and that means Monday is next, and I hate mondays.
Tonight is a staff meeting at Cabaret, so off i go.
later.
Friday, October 28, 2005
Acapella
Amazing Acapella concert tonight! Good times were had. Most Definitely.
Dinner was awesome. It was me & Ash, Holly, Kathy, James, Maddie, Elyse. So much fun! Then we met Aubrey & Chris at Cooper on our way out and all headed to the DCC. It was nice to see so many of the WP people outside a theater, and just hanging out. Because it didn't feel so much like we were the WP reuniting as much as a group of friends going to support some more friends at their concert. Truly awesome. Carolyn & Joe went, Uton and Chambers were there, a few others we recognized. Wil, Juicy, Nikki, Candice, Lauren all performed (WP-ers), as did Mich & Dave (from Matawan). I'm still smiling....
After, Ash & I cought up with Viki, Ben, & Andrew on College Ave, and had a fun time singing and making fun of the people in costumes for the frat parties.
Anyway, it rocked. Now though my sickness is catching up with me and demanding that I go to bed. So goodnight..
Dinner was awesome. It was me & Ash, Holly, Kathy, James, Maddie, Elyse. So much fun! Then we met Aubrey & Chris at Cooper on our way out and all headed to the DCC. It was nice to see so many of the WP people outside a theater, and just hanging out. Because it didn't feel so much like we were the WP reuniting as much as a group of friends going to support some more friends at their concert. Truly awesome. Carolyn & Joe went, Uton and Chambers were there, a few others we recognized. Wil, Juicy, Nikki, Candice, Lauren all performed (WP-ers), as did Mich & Dave (from Matawan). I'm still smiling....
After, Ash & I cought up with Viki, Ben, & Andrew on College Ave, and had a fun time singing and making fun of the people in costumes for the frat parties.
Anyway, it rocked. Now though my sickness is catching up with me and demanding that I go to bed. So goodnight..
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