About two weeks ago, I indulged my inner literary geek by going to the Utah Shakespeare Festival with my sister, Darla. We had a great time, in spite of being adrift in a sea of white-haired septuagenarians - no offense, Mom and Dad.
Besides seeing three awesome plays - Fiddler on the Roof, Taming of the Shrew, Othello; and one questionable play - School for Wives (what can I say, it's French), we took a backstage tour of the two theaters,
and attended the Wooden O Symposium where my English professor was presenting a lecture on the final project he had assigned our class at BYU-I. My paper was among those he brought to share with the teachers at the conference.
We also went for an early-morning hike in Cedar Breaks National Monument. Who knew summer could be so chilly at 10,500 feet? We just hiked faster to get warm. Problem solved.
We plan to go to the festival again next year. I especially want to see Henry V, the play that I based my final project on. We know what to do: morning-after discussions on the green, and what to bring: sweatshirts and blankets for outdoor performances, where the best place to eat is: the Pastry Pub (awesome sandwiches and salads), where we'd stay: closer to campus, and who we'd invite to come along with us: applications are now being accepted, only true Shakespeare fans need apply.
oooooo!!! Pick me, pick me. Pulllleeeesssseeee!!!
ReplyDeleteI have to say I am coveting you two right now. I really want to go next year!!! I am glad you had fun and how GREAT is that to have your paper "showcased".
I need an application. Is there financial aid available . . . j/k! Anyway, did you go to the statue of my ancestor, Nellie Unthank?
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