Friday, August 18, 2017

Waiting, watching and swoon!

I wish I had this guy's energy! It was fun to watch him herding and directing people in front of The Fox Theatre in Atlanta, while I was waiting for friends to arrive to join me in watching a play.  He chatted me up at one point - his name badge says he is "Top Hat Bob."  A very nice man and lots of fun to watch.

The view to the left.  I love the old mosque-style design.  It's always fun to people watch, but I was happy to see friends' faces when they arrived.

And this is what we saw.  Swoon!  I adored it.  My late father was a Gershwin fan and I know every word to a lot of musical numbers (from hearing his records played).  My favorite:  "They Can't Take That Away From Me."  Here's a link to Fred and Ginger singing and dancing to it. 

The weekend is upon us!  I am glad to see it.  I hope you have a wonderful one, my friends!

20 comments:

Fireblossom said...

Gershwin, performed at a venue like this? What's not to love?!

Debra She Who Seeks said...

What fun!

Elephant's Child said...

That sounds like a wonderful treat. I hope your weekend continues in the same vein.

eileeninmd said...

Hello, a night at the theatre sounds wonderufl. I like the Top Hat Man. Happy Friday, enjoy your weekend!

MunirGhiasuddin said...

What a wonderful start for our weekend. Enjoy and stay safe through the week as well. Thanks for sharing the pics.

Adam said...

I heard of Fox theater last time I was in Atlanta, but didn't have the time to see anything

Beatrice P. Boyd said...

Agreed that the musicals are the best entertainment. We attended a performance of "Singing in the Rain" locally a few months ago. We have the film version of "An American in Paris" and it's one of Grenville's favorites.

Kay G. said...

Wonderful! To see this at the Fabulous Fox! Lucky you!

Hilary Melton-Butcher said...

Hi Lynn - just had a friend over from South Africa and guess what she wanted to see - ?! Yes ... it was amazing and such fun - we loved it. Choreography, singing and dancing - just a delight to see ... so glad you had a happy time - and are now enjoying the weekend ... cheers Hilary

Leonora said...

I'm swooning at your entire post! What a great evening. Nothing can beat a Gershwin musical.

LL Cool Joe said...

Glad you had such a wonderful time and the added bonus of being chatted up by Bob.

Hope you had a lovely weekend Lynn!

MarmePurl said...

Oh how fun! Definitely a swoon worthy evening.

Lee said...

That sounds absolutely wonderful, Lynn! :)

Granny Annie said...

You had a great weekend. I had a great weekend. I attended a friend's wedding where the guests were more royally treated than the bride and groom. They bought us all overnight accommodations at the casino where the reception was held.

Snaggle Tooth said...

wish I could get to more live shows. Lucky you- love Gershwin!

Lady Fi said...

Oh - such fun!

Lowcarb team member said...

Wonderful Gershwin ...

All the best Jan

Crafty Green Poet said...

I love Gershwin too!

baili said...


such an interesting post and pics my friend!

Gershwin sounds really enthusiastic man

UplayOnline said...

I hope your weekend continues in the same vein.


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