Three times this weekend I treated myself to the kind of entertainment that gives me hope in this old world.
I sat in a park on a warm, summer afternoon and listened to Hillary, Ric and Rod Reynolds play classic and original tunes.
They performed with such talent and contagious joy I couldn’t help but smile and tap my feet in time.
I love that kind of entertainment. It always leaves me feeling lighter on my feet and in my heart.
The same thing happened that night when I got to see the Summer Shakespeare Consortium’s production of & Juliet. What a gift that was!
Featuring students from eight different high schools, the show offered everything we’ve come to expect from a Ron Parker production — a clever, multi-dimensional set, gorgeous costumes, talented performers and a cast that understood exactly how special their run was going to be.
We all jumped to our feet for a rousing standing ovation and I smiled all the way home. I’m still smiling thinking about that show.
Sunday morning I caught the Eastside Trio during a free jazz concert at August Haven. Featuring Lawrence Conservatory musicians Franklin McIntire, Calvin Mark and Joseph Rondeau (and their friend and vocalist Eve on some songs), the concert showcased such excellent musicianship I felt privileged to witness it.
I’m so glad for the writers, singers, actors and musicians still out there creating art for us.
I look forward to soaking in more of that talent and inspiration this week at Mile of Music.
Bravo!
