Tuesday, December 29, 2009

Broadway: Rock of Ages

Baby, it's cold outside! We had frigid temps in the 20s today, not to mention the crazy wind. What's a girl to do when she doesn't want to go outside?

How about we make plans to spend time indoors, eh?

Last week I saw Rock of Ages, for the second time. Broadway shows involve a quick trip across the river (or under if you're taking the Lincoln) and it's rare that I will see a show more than once, but the deal was too good to be true. An hour or two before the show, Rock of Ages holds a lottery right outside of the theatre. Names of interested parties are thrown into a bucket and 10 lucky winners have a chance to purchase tickets for $26!. The only drawback being that you'll have partial view seats that are on the end of an isle which cuts off some of the stage.

Rock of Ages is one of the best plays I have seen on Broadway in quite a while. A departure from the classic storylines of traditional plays, Rock of Ages is comprised of hit songs from the 80s. Audience members treat the show like a rock concert and wave lighters - Rock of Ages branded flashlight lighters - during favorite performances. With a cast lead by Constantine Maroulis of American Idol fame, this hot show is fun fun fun!

Active NJ recommendations:
1. As we always say, take mass transit when traveling to NYC
2. Make plans to go to Rock of Ages about two hours prior to the show so you can enter the lottery for discounted tickets

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