Just returned from a visit to Macon, Georgia where we were treated to a wonderful performance of

the classic American musical, The Music Man.

My lovely daughter-in-law, Rachel, excelled in the lead role of Marian Paroo. Her angelic, bell-toned vocals and graceful ease on stage held the audience spellbound.  My son, Jeffrey, was bold, energetic and appropriately nasty as "the spoiler", anvil salesman Charlie Cowell.  What a joy to see your children exhibit their many acting and singing skills, while watching the crowd around you clearly enjoy them, as well.  We especially enjoyed the creative train scene that opens the show, the talented members of the barbershop quartet and the perky, stage savvy children who acted the roles of Winthrop and Amaryllis.

Theater Macon really shines as a premier community theater venue, with creative staging, professional grade actors, singers and dancers, and top shelf costumes and sets.  From the detailed period sets of My Fair Lady and Titanic to the minimalist sets used in The Music Man, the quality of the visual experience is quite impressive.  Director Jim Crisp, Jr. showcases the abundant talent in Macon with skill, creativity and imagination.  Kudos to all involved, and be sure to see The Music Man, which runs through 

Saturday, April 20.