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Les Miserables~see it for the first time or see it again~Academy of Music, Jan. 2-13

December 29, 2012 by · Leave a Comment

 

I wish I had time to go see this show. I saw it 10 or 15 years ago, whenever it was on Broadway, I guess that was the mid-1990s. Sure, so the movie just came out and it’s getting great reviews. I still don’t think there’s anything like live theater. For me, it’s not even comparing apples to apples. Movies and live theater and just so different that I don’t think a movie can ever compare to seeing it live.

And once again, we are so lucky to have it coming here to Philadelphia. After the holiday season, it can be sort of a letdown–you know, with all your parties and events coming to a screeching halt. So why not give yourself something to look forward to, and something as cool as seeing Les Mis live! Whether it’s your first time seeing it live or you are seeing it again, it’s a great show, one that you won’t forget.

To get tickets, just visit the Academy of Music website. If Les Mis doesn’t fit into your schedule, check out what else they have to offer. I saw the Nutcracker a few weeks ago and it was fantastic. I’m going to go see Cirque Eloize iD tomorrow and I’ve heard great things about that too. And seeing a live show doesn’t have to break the bank, tickets start at $25. Or, check out Kimmel Center Presents.

Kimmel Center Presents
Kimmel Center Presents is pleased to offer a limited number of $10 tickets to select shows. For events in Verizon Hall and Perelman Theater, rush tickets go on sale at the Kimmel Center Box Office (Broad and Spruce Streets) at 5:30pm for evening performances and 11:30am for matinees. For events at the Merriam Theater (250 S. Broad Street) and the Academy of Music (240 S. Broad Street), rush tickets go on sale at each venue’s box office two hours prior to curtain.

Another way to save money is to buy a package or season or membership of tickets. With so many great shows coming this year, will be well worth it!

 

 

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December 28, 2012 by · Leave a Comment
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smart shopping that empowers women~1000 Shillings

December 25, 2012 by · Leave a Comment

Did you get everything you wanted for Christmas? Did you get a top or an outfit that could use an accessory, or do you still have a gift to buy? Then please visit 1000 Shillings.

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1000 Shillings is a fair trade company. That means that the artisans or crafters get a fair price for their products, which is not that common in third world countries. What makes 1000 Shillings different (and better!) is that for one, they reinvest in the women and artisans. They also work to connect the shopper with the artisan, so that your purchase has a small town or local feel to it, even if it came from around the world.

And their things are cute too! Take a look.

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They work with six single mothers in the Namatala slum, Uganda.

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Whether you want to treat yourself or someone else to something, think about making a purchase from 1000 Shillings.
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These women create beautiful paper bead jewelry, and are the first women to produce products for 1000 Shillings.

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Spend some holiday family time on Avenue of the Arts in Philadelphia

December 21, 2012 by · 1 Comment

I am just loving all the cool stuff happening in Philadelphia lately. Last weekend, hubby and I went to the Capital Grille on south Broad for dinner. Afterwards we saw The Nutcracker at the Academy of Music. The city was just absolutely bustling with activity; it was wonderful to walk around. There were many people having fun in Santa hats, a lone clarinet player on a corner was playing Christmas carols, the buildings on Broad Street are lit up in these cool blue and purple lights. Overall a great atmosphere and a great time to go there. With many people off of school and work for the next week or so, why not head into Center City and see a show?

At the Forrest Theater, you can see Jekyll & Hyde. I’m not going to see this, but it looks awesome. This production has Constantine Maroulis in it. He was on American Idol and was on it the last season that I watched it (I think). If I recall correctly, that was the one when Carrie Underwood won, but I digress. He is still an awesome singer and it’s great that his career is still doing well. It will be there at various times from December 26 to 30, so don’t delay in making a decision!

At the Merriam during that same time frame is Cirque Eloize iD.

This is the one that I’m going to go see. I can’t wait! My 3 year old watched the video with me and he said he really wants to go. This should be interesting (taking a 3 yr old to the theater!) but I think he can handle it.

From Cirque de Eloize

A few quick tips–

My favorite place to park is in the Bellevue, but it’s often full during peak theater times–especially since it’s so close to all the theaters. The Kimmel Center has it’s own parking garage, and there’s also this really cool space-agey one over on Sampson, kinda next to the Wanamaker building. My little guy likes that one. There are tons of food options, from the pretty pricey McCormick and Schmidt’s to Capital Grille, to check out the Bellevue and if they are open, they have a food court (like at a mall) in the bottom level. And in that general area there is everything in between.

Those are just two of the shows–the Nutcracker is still running through the end of the month and so are many other options. Stay close to home and love the arts in Philadelphia.

 

This is a sponsored post, all opinions are my own.

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