Sunday, March 2, 2008

Pirates of Penzance

So the Friday night bible study got together and watched Pirates of Penzance over at Dave O's house. Good company, Good entertainment and Great cake. I can't complain one iota!

I'd never seen the Pirates of Penzance before. It was very entertaining, but I must admit, I missed about 1/3 of the dialog. I definitely need to watch this play several more times. It sure would be great to go see a live production of it.

Here's a clip from the production we watched:



After watching the Pirates last Friday it really renewed in me my interest in plays. I've seen a couple professional production plays over the years (Sweeny Tod & Little Shop of Horrors) and really enjoyed them both. When the Phantom of the Opera came to Seattle a few years back I was very disappointed I didn't get a chance to go.

So, I'm going to be on the lookout for some good plays. Does anyone want to go? Company always makes for a much more entertaining evening.

Here is a full listing of the theaters in Oregon. Does anyone know of a good play going on or coming soon to the Portland Metro area?

A friend of mine told me that the Oregon Shakespeare theater in Ashland is nationally renowned. The site looks really good. I think it'd be fun to go see a Shakespeare play. I've got an extra seat available in the 'stang, or an extra helmet for the VTX if the weathers nice and you're feeling adventurous.

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