My World: Cabaret Random

[Tom dinning]

I had the privilege to photograph the final dress rehearsal of the performance from the local college Performing Arts class yesterday.
What a show! It was hard to concentrate on what I was supposed to be doing with so much talent throwing itself around. It warms my heart to know that the performing arts is in such good hands; teachers and students.
Here are a few shots. You should have been there.

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[Tom dinning]

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[Asher Kelman]

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Tom,

Great job but far more difficult than photographing flowers or oneself, LOL

It never ceases to amaze me how many folk are far more talented that I am. Yet in photographing performances like this, one still gets a tad of a special thrill for being associated with all the glee and enthusiasm of these capable performers.

You have hooked on to a great past time. watch out as it's addictive!

Asher

[Tom dinning]

During the rehearsal I was allowed on stage and able to penetrate the activity. The artists were very tolerant and accomodating. At some stages I felt I was part of the act. You have to realise I'm almost 4 times their age. By the time I was finished I had to have a good lay down. They went for food and did a full performance in front of a packed house that very evening. Oh, to be that young again.
I haven't done a lot of this sort of work and I was a lot younger when I did. It was incredibly uplifting, challenging, and a good lesson learnt on the run. I could very well become addicted to it if just for the performance alone. They loved the photos and want me back again. That was nice. I hope they wait until I'm out of traction.
Cheers
Tom

[Jarmo Juntunen]

Looks like a wonderful show, Tom. And you did a great job covering it, these pictures are excellent!