Ash Girl

Tonight Evie and I were treated to a local private school production of Timberlake Wertenbaker's Ash Girl by my good friend Veronica as one of several belated birthday gifts. The play itself was a modern retelling of the story of Cinderella with the seven deadly sins (amongst others). Considering the play was acted primarily by girls (including the prince who was purple haired) and junior high and high school girls at that, the play was quite well done. They presented some pretty dark material with surprising maturity with many of the performances well acted. Evie loved it despite the darker elements and two hour 8pm to 10pm running time. She even got to take a picture with the lead actress during the reception after the play. The girl's name was Simone, but Evie will forever know her as Ash Girl. She and wants to go again either tomorrow or Sunday but we'll see.

So far Evie has pretty much loved every play she's ever seen. We've been to some local theater as well as school productions and she's been quite happy with all of them. J on the other hand, hates theater. He's been bored with almost every show we've ever seen (except the one that had kung fu in it, that one we both agreed was awesome). Now that it seems that Evie loves theater, I can leave J at home and take her with me when I want to see something instead. Yeah, who needs husbands when your children can grow into your fun companions?

Just kidding J! You know I love you, especially when you fix the faucet and wash the dishes. We need a day for just us. Wanna date this weekend?

PS That awesome hair clip Evie's wearing was made by the incredibly talented Ms Kim E. Lee. Thanks Kim! Hurry hurry and order your own here.