Rain - The Beatles Experience

My mom and I went into Philly to see Rain last night.

She got us some pretty sweet balcony box seats at the Academy of Music...



And it was awesome.




I admit it, I do not know much about the Beatles. I grew up on them, and I know pretty much every word to their hits. I remember my mom quizzing me about what band was on the radio, even as a little kid. I still do not quite understand what was so enthralling about them... but I got a glimpse of it last night.

It is pretty incredible to me that one band can have that much staying power... but also that they changed with the times and STILL had a bazillion hits. Very cool. Plus I like the hair for some reason. shrug.

Anyway, the show was really amazing, and they are in town all week, so if you get a chance, you should definitely go. I should warn you though, its a concert... not a play, not like that one about ABBA or anything like that. Its a tribute band that, for all intensive purposes, sounds exactly like the Beatles... even down to the accent. The show is also sprinkled with historical anecdotes, my favorite being the Marlboro cigarette commercial featuring The Flintstones. My Lord, how did they get away with that?!

It was really fun and we were up dancing and clapping and singing, just a good time overall.




The night took a pretty awful turn, so here I must ask you to say some prayers for my family, if you are willing and into that sort of thing. I am not able to talk about it just yet, and we will see what happens... but if you can, just pray for peace and strength for my family. I would really appreciate it. I know prayers make a difference.





And, so as not to leave on a sour note...


Happy Birthday Jon! You make me smile. :)