Since this blog is all about keeping a forward trajectory in midst of change and reaching your personal best, I wanted to preview some of my planned experiences in the hope that it will inspire some to join in. As Dale Carnegie once said, "Inaction breeds doubt and fear. Action breeds confidence and courage. If you want to conquer fear, do not sit home and think about it. Go out and get busy." Let's all get busy!
Rocky Bleier The Play- December 28th- January 6th
at The Pittsburgh Public Theater
Rocky Bleier -The Play is a one man show where Rocky Bleier actually tells his story for 90 minutes! I saw it last year
and was so impressed that I am going back to experience it again. He is a fantastic story
teller. Even if you are not a sports fan, you will admire
his life story.
Don’t miss it this year because it sold out last year. You will not only be entertained but be inspired by what one person can overcome with luck, drive, and discipline.
(Join me at the O’Rielly Theater for the show that runs from December 28th -January 6th. Tickets available on line at Pittsburgh Public Theater or Trustarts.org)
Blog post at Day 182.
Don’t miss it this year because it sold out last year. You will not only be entertained but be inspired by what one person can overcome with luck, drive, and discipline.
(Join me at the O’Rielly Theater for the show that runs from December 28th -January 6th. Tickets available on line at Pittsburgh Public Theater or Trustarts.org)
Blog post at Day 182.
The Nutcracker-December 1-27, 2017- Benedum
I love the beauty of The Nutcracker with its grand set which incorporates Pittsburgh’s unique landmarks, flurrying snow, over 100 dancers, and of course the love story between Claira and the Prince. Although I have seen it before it’s always fun to share with friends (see Day 90). I can’t wait to enjoy the peacefulness and brilliance of Tchaikovsky’s score again at The Nutcracker!
(Join me in experiencing The Nutcracker from December 1-27 at the Benedum. Tickets available on line at www.pbt.org )
Blog Post here
Home for the Holidays- December 20, 2017-Benedum
Home for the Holidays is a concert featuring some of Pittsburgh’s best talent celebrating the season with favorite Holiday musical classics. I have made music a part of my life in this empty- nest period and I am looking forward to experiencing a variety of rock, blues and soul with:
Margot Bingham (from Boardwalk Empire Band), Scott Blasey (from The Clarks), Clinton Clegg (from The Commonheart), Bill Deasy (from The Gathering Field), Kelsey Friday (from Brownie Mary), Kevin Garrett, Joy Ike, Jimbo Jackson (from Jimbo and the Soupbones), Phil MacDowell (from Buzz Poets) with Florraine Darlin, Billy Price, and Lyndsey Smith (from Soul Distribution).
(Join me at the Benadum on December 20th at 7:30 PM. Tickets ($29-$49) are available from the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust ticket source online at TrustArts.org)
Blog Post here
Holiday POPS- December 15-17, 2017 at Heinz Hall
The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, Mendelssohn Choir, and various other vocal soloists come together for an explosion of holiday cheer at the yearly Holiday POPS. There is nothing like the full sound of the orchestra to augment my favorite holiday songs and I love to sing along! This should be another perfect reprieve from shopping and all that preparing that we all seem to be doing during this time of year.
Midnight Radio: A Christmas Story-Bricolage Theater-December 7 to 23, 2017
It’s a Christmas tradition for my son and I to watch the 1983 iconic movie, A Christmas Story. We laugh every year at Ralphie’s quest for a Red Ryder, carbine action, two-hundred shot BB gun for Christmas, and his father’s acquisition of the “major award” leg lamp.
Bricolage an interactive theater, recreates the hilarious moments of this movie in a 1940’s radio show format. There is also a free happy hour and interactive holiday amusements 30 minutes before the show! Now this is a new way to experience one of my favorite movies and continue this lighthearted holiday tradition.
(Join me from December 7 to the 23 at Bricolage’s theater on 937 Liberty Ave. Tickets ( $35.00 and $25.00 for Students) are available at http://www.bricolagepgh.org/)
Adam Trent-Magic and Illusionist -December 2, 2017-Byham Theater
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I was always fascinated with magic as a kid and even got my first magic kit for Christmas at the age of eight. I have never seen a magician or a real illusion but I love theater and Adam Trent gives you both.
Adam Trent doesn’t just do tricks but gives his audience an overall magical performance by merging music, dance, comedy and magic (see clip here). His show The Illusionist ran for two years on Broadway and I am excited to experience the theatrical illusions and magic of Adam Trent.
(Join me on December 2nd at the Byham Theater. Tickets are ($55.75-$75.75) from the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust at Trustarts.org)
Blog Post here
Carnegie Museum of Art –Winter Skate Party- December 1, 2017 and MORE
Carnegie Museum transforms the Hall of Sculptures into a Holiday Spectacular with larger than life trees and an 18th Century Nativity (see Day 93) but there are even more ways to celebrate the season with their events.
CMOA On Ice is an over 21 party where you can actually ice skate on a rink in the Hall of Sculptures! Now that is a new experience. In addition there will be photo opts in front of classic art reproductions, a cookie table and craft beers, a 90’s DJ, and art tours. What a way to explore the museum and get into the spirit!
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