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She was supposed to be a biomedical engineer, and by some twisted tragedy, Meghan became a singer/songwriter. How did this happen? She only knew a G chord on the guitar, yet the music and lyrics came in between the space of the sorrow she was experiencing.  She wasn't a musician.  Was she?

On the Way to the Waterfall is Meghan Cary's personal story.  She is a Billboard Magazine Newcomer pick and her debut album made it in the top 10 along with John Hiatt's that year.

You can check out all about Meghan via her website: http://www.meghancary.com

Back to my review.  Please suspend your judgement.  In all honesty, I am helping out this show at the 2014 Fringe Festival.  I will say that I am an avid arts fan just like anyone else, and I have been Fringing since 2006.  I have to say that this was one of the best Fringe shows I have experienced.  Maybe it is because, this time, it was personal.

My family went through a similar tragedy.  I got the call, I remember it being at around two in the afternoon, that my sister was in a car accident. I was hoping beyond hope that they were not riding their motorcycles that day. I barely got out the words to ask if she was okay, and the officer knew I was having trouble. He said she is going to be okay. My sister was in intensive care. I asked about her significant other, the officer quietly said, he didn't make it.

During the show, there was a scene that was extremely raw and powerful.  It was in that moment I was hit with all the emotion I know my sister had gone through.  It was anger at experiencing a loss when no loved one was around to help support the intense heavy load, and I lost it.  I knew in that moment what my sister had gone through. I never truly got it, what it was like before I could get to the hospital, until Meghan acted out her personal experience.  I am thankful I brought some tissues.

Another moment that had me breathe in, the grasping at the reason why this happened.  In a simple instant, "Oh."

The ending got me as well.  This show was well acted, professionally directed, fast flowing, and the music is demonstratively healing, as the part of the music truly was in Meghan's life.  

So please, suspend judgement.  Of course I want this show to succeed.  I will say as the role of another arts attendee, this show is a must see.  At least give yourself the opportunity to witness a gifted talent, Meghan Cary, while you have this chance.  

SCHEDULE: Thu, Sep 18 @2PM; Fri, Sep 19 @8:30PM; Sun, Sep 21 @4PM; Tue, Sep 23 @7:30PM; Wed, Sep 24 @5:30PM; Sat, Sep 27 @4PM
VENUE: Carsen Theater at The Dairy Center for the Arts (2590 Walnut St, Boulder, CO)
TICKETS: $12/$10 general/students & seniors
TICKET DEALS: 2-for-1 discount, Bring 4 Friends get your ticket FREE, Group Rate - $2 off each ticket for 10+!

For information and to purchase tickets: http://bit.ly/hypotheticaltheatre

YouTube: http://youtu.be/9g2i9IVtVRc

www.rialtoloveland.ticketforce.org“From London and Broadway with Love”

Loveland Opera Theatre 10^th Anniversary Gala!

Come celebrate the best musical offerings from both sides of the Atlantic Ocean!

Loveland Opera Theatre presents “From London and Broadway with Love” on October 4, 2014 at the Rialto Theater.  The celebration marks Loveland Opera Theatre’s 10th Anniversary and features nationally acclaimed concert pianist, arranger and composer Micky Poage, “Vail’s Piano Man”. 

The Gala will begin at 6:30 pm with a high-value silent auction followed by the concert at 7:30 pm.  Tickets are $32 each and can be purchased through the Rialto Box Office 970-962-2120 or at www.rialtoloveland.ticketforce.org.

Micky Poage will play original arrangements of Beatles hits, plus selections from Phantom of the Opera and Les Miserables. Accompanying Poage will be Loveland Opera Theatre’s own soloists and chorus. Soloists include Amy Maples, Soprano; Max Hosmer, Tenor; Timothy Kennedy, Baritone, Mariah Van Tress & Christina Hazen, Mezzo-sopranos and more.

For tickets: call the Rialto Box Office at 970-962-2120 or order online at: http://rialtoloveland.ticketforce.com/. For information, please call LOT at

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Boulder, CO: Today,  the Boulder Art Association announced that they will host Major Fredric Arnold, a 92-year-old Boulder-based sculptor and retired WWII P-38 Combat Fighter Pilot, as he reveals one of the life-size sculptures from his “Lest We Forget: The Mission” monument on Sept. 19, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. Of his original 14 P-38 Fighter Group, 12 were killed.  Major Fredric Arnold is one of the two survivors. The sculpted artwork is part of a monument to honor the 88,000 airmen who lost their lives in WWII. Maj. Arnold will speak about the first of the 12 sculptures and conduct a book signing of his autobiographical work, Doorknob Five Two, at the presentation. The event will take place at the Boulder Art Association, 4800 Baseline Road, Suite B-103, Boulder, CO 80303.

“We are extremely honored as a local arts organization to have the opportunity to highlight Major Arnold’s artistic and military achievements,” said Rod Swanstrom, President of the Boulder Art Association, “We invite the entire community to experience Major Arnold’s first casting of his epic project at one of its first public showings before all 12 pieces come together for their final installation.  When attendees view his amazing work, they’ll also get the chance to meet Fredric and purchase his book, a chronicle of his experiences as a WWII pilot.”

Arnold’s Lest We Forget: The Mission includes 12 life-size fighter pilots at a mission briefing; Seven of the figures are alive and participating, while five, lighter in color than the rest, are pictured in full flight gear, as they would have looked when they were killed in action, evoking a feeling of distance and loss of life.

Of his inspiration for the sculpture, Arnold said, “Following my five month tour of duty in North Africa, Sicily, and Italy, I was one of two pilots who survived from our original group of fourteen P-38 fighter pilots…Today, I’m the last guy standing and I’m determined to fulfill my commitment to honor their memory and give thanks to the less fortunate members of my class.”

When visitors attend the event, they can also view the artwork from September’s member art show,   an eclectic showing of art works in various mediums showing the variety and diverse styles of the BAA members. Both shows will run until Sept. 28.  The BAA is open Friday-Sunday, 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.

About the Boulder Art Association: The Boulder Art Association offers artists of any skill level the opportunity to join an open, friendly group committed to offering art opportunities throughout the Boulder Community. Consistent growth and a long history in Boulder enable us to offer more community outreach, support for local artists, county art shows, and a gathering place for artists and art lovers alike.