Audiences
can debate which Andrew Lloyd Webber musical is the best back and forth,
but one would have to give “Cats” a lot of consideration.
Not only was it the longest running musical in Broadway history, but
it earned seven Tony Awards and gave the world, “Memory,”
which is one of the most famous songs in the world and has been recorded
by hundreds of artists including Barbara Streisand, Judy Collins, Barry
Manilow, Johnny Mathis and Liberace. If you have never seen “Cats”
or wish to visit the old junkyard where it takes place once again, you’ll
have your chance this week.
Anyone who read
Katherine Dunn’s National Book Award finalist novel “Geek
Love” can tell you that they never thought they would see it
outside of their imagination. Thanks to a dedicated director and crew,
the Horizon Theatre in Little Five Points will stage the world premiere
of the show through Jan. 25 and allow audiences to see the dark comedy
come alive before their very eyes.
Technology is
going too far. The other day I pulled behind an SUV at a stoplight.
Inside, the passengers were watching one of my favorite movies, “Billy
Madison,” so I followed the vehicle to continue watching the
film. When I ended up in South Carolina, I knew I was in some trouble.
I also found myself wishing for headphones and some popcorn.
Abb Dickson is
a nationally known performer who resides in Jonesboro. Having entertained
in all 50 states and 29 countries, he recently spoke to the Fayette
Writers. His many talents are corporate speaker, lecturer, author
of four books, and a character actor. An interest in magic as a child
led to his versatile career.
Nature lovers
in Fayette and Coweta County are invited to the Line Creek Nature
Area in Peachtree City this Saturday afternoon at 1 p.m. to mark and
clear trails. Line Creek forms the border between the two counties.
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