As Time Goes By

Time slowed to a crawl this weekend. We accomplished so much in terms of our performance and our rehearsals. The Abbie Fest is probably the best theater event of the year. It was our fifth appearance at the fest, each year has been inspiring, rewarding.

We saw at least 8 or 9 different theater pieces, everything from the sublime to the ridiculous. The energy, creativity, and dedication on display was remarkable. The funniest thing we saw was an 'interview' with Abbie Hoffman, conducted by Sid Siddharta, on the show 'Favorites and Not So Favorites.' It was a one time gem of improvisation.

We topped it all off with dinner last night at 'Rick's,' a French Moroccan cafe on Sheridan. It is a shrine to Casablanca and Humphrey Bogart, run by a Couple from France. It's one my favorite restuarants, we are welcomed as old friends.

We must now find a replacement for George, plus we need to get ready to perform at the Bucktown Art Fest next weekend. Living in at least two alternate universes simultaneously. Let's see, who am I today?