It feels so wonderful to be able to be able to give people a show when they ask if I'm singing in anything. As do all people concerning each of their fields, I don't feel like a legitimate performer unless I'm working on something performance related. Friends' reactions to the great news was so encouraging, too. Many congratulated on twitter, and a Chicago friend, Hunter Spears, demanded a celebration dinner. Super Burrito on Irving park by the brown line was the choice. Delicious.
Another great thing happened on Wednesday, as well. The night before, I had gotten in contact with a lady through Sittercity.com that needed someone to babysit her 2 year old son the next morning while she had a dentist appointment. I got the job, and played everything from Thomas the Train to Barbies (I played the girls) with little Jack. I got really inspired by one of Barbie's dresses....when I saw it I immediately thought, "CONCERT DRESS!" Here it is:
Naturally, it will need some modification. Picture the giant lace butterflies completely lined in sequins. Ahh, Yes.
Friday, I enjoyed attending a surprise party for my friend Josh. If you look back to the middle of my post on February 19, 2010, you can actually read the crazy story of how we met. We've kept up since! :)
You never quite know how surprise parties are going to turn out (obviously), but by Josh's reaction when he stepped inside his apartment after getting something to eat with his friend Lauren, we all knew it worked. I wish I had a photo of his reaction. Complete shock. I got to thinking....if I was expecting a nice quiet evening after a long day of work when I walked in the door....I wonder if I'd be ticked off.....haha.
I attended the Saturday evening performance of "Grey Gardens" at JPAC, and I was absolutely impressed. I had been getting the insider throughout Jill's and Austin's rehearsals, so I don't know exactly what my expectations were, but it was great. The musical is very hard core emotionally (as is the documentary), but it's such a fascinating story. Mary Nigohosian who had the roles of Edith in act I and Edie in Act II was stunning. She was even more as Edie in Act II. She had Edie's mannerisms and voice down perfectly. The audience loved it in Act I, but they livened up even more in Act II due to their recognition of the characters/lines straight from the documentary. Jill and Austin were both fantastic. This was my first time seeing Jill perform. She was the role of Edie in Act I. She is incredible with her ability to sing fantastically in both legit voice and belting! Everything about Austin was perfect for the role of Gould. The rest of the cast did such a great job, too. It really is a must see for Chicago local theatre goers.
Yesterday I found a great opportunity to be a full-time nanny for a family with 2 adorable children. I actually interviewed with them last night, too, and it went very well. They were great to get to know. I should find out by this evening if I have the job, and I'd start tomorrow!
If that doesn't work out, the Shedd Aquarium gift store manager contacted me to set up an interview. My friend Kyle who is friends with the manager informed me the other day that they were going to contact me soon, and they did. :)
Off to rehearse for upcoming auditions....
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