What I think

Someone made a suggestion to me last week.  They commented on my Facebook page that I should be doing something like Annie's Recommendations or something.  You know, like Oprah's Favorites...'cept not quite as popular obviously.  Apparently some people have done some of the things I have recommended so it seems I have an opinion that is valued!  Who knew? 

So, after giving it some thought, here I am.  I'll set the A Fair Maiden, or Affair Maiden blog on a different course.  Not just about me but about what I like to do, where I do it a and whether or not I think you would enjoy it too.

This all started with attending Grafton Street Dinner Theatre in Halifax last week for their presentation of Does Your Mother Know.  It is a story about a Cape Breton family reunion with its typical interesting characters, family secrets and greedy relatives - all set to the music of Abba!  Yes, girls, Abba.  

I have to admit, I was skeptical as I had the pleasure of seeing Mama Mia on Broadway only two months before (which I also highly recommend) but as soon as they picked up their instruments and started to play and sing the lyrics we all know so well, I was instantly transported back to my bedroom with my record player and my Abba albums, signing to my hearts content.  I was a Dancing Queen in Waterloo, feeling like a Super Trooper.  I do love Abba, I do I do I do I do I do.

This crew were outstanding!  They can really sing, really well.  And play?  I am still amazed at how much the music sounded like Abba.  The piano/keyboard player was second to none.  Admittedly, myself and my gf made him laugh a few times and he seemed to lose his place but regained quickly and on with the show!  That's the beauty of dinner theatre, it's casual, no rules and a great night out for all!  The price of the ticket is worth hearing the old guy sing Honey Honey.  I have seriously never laughed so hard in my life.

So give it a go.  For less than $50 a person you get a couple of hours of great local entertainment, some decent fare to keep your belly happy (2 appetizers, 6 entrees and 2 desserts to choose from, including vegetarian options) and you are supporting the local economy.  Obviously if you choose to consume oh wee bit of the spirits, that will cost you extra but it's hardly going to break the bank.  I think we paid $15.50 for two beer and a glass of ginger ale.

http://www.graftonstdinnertheatre.com/

Does Your Mother Know has been held over until the 30th of January, I recommend it for anyone.  A couple who would like an evening out, some girl friends, a work party, birthday party...anyone. 

Their next production begins on the 4th of February, "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road", featuring the music of Sir Elton and Billy Joel.  I suspect we'll be taking this one in as well.  

So there you have it, the first of many entries about my life, out and about in HRM and places beyond!