The Phantom of the Opera at the John F. Kennedy Center For The Performing Arts

The bronze JFK Bust by Robert Berks at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts looks like it was sculpted out of cottage cheese. My sweetie pie suggested it looked like the artist had used something else, but I like JFK, so I'd rather not think of the alternative medium she suggested.

We'd gone to the center with our friends, Nic and Nesrin, to see a performance of The Phantom of the Opera. It's the first time I'd ever seen a musical performed. While the story was relatively easy to follow, I wish I'd read a synopsis of the musical beforehand so I could have followed it a little better.

The big musical numbers were the best. The chorus girls were very leggy, and the elaborate sets were a pleasure to look at. I had no idea the special effects for a live musical could be that good.

I'd like to thank my sweetie pie for the linen tie. Rep ties are great for job interviews, but the linen tie has a nice, relaxed look that seemed appropriate for the occasion. I love you!