Last night my family started a new Christmas tradition. We went to see the stage production of "The Forgotten Carols", at the Orpheum Theatre downtown Phoenix. Thirteen of us went together. Kristan and Don and their 4 oldest children, Jason & Jamie and their 2 daughters, my grandson Kelly and Morgans friend Trent. The Orpheum is a beautiful ornate theatre. After 12 years and $14 million the historic theatre has been completely renovated.
Our seats were perfect, about half way back center. The musical is the creation of singer, songwriter Michael McLean & the production has been performing "The Forgotten Carols" for 10 years. He plays a man who believes he is more than two thousand years old and leads us through the journey from the birth of Christ to modern day with music and words. We laughed and cried and were so touched by the beautiful music and the inspirational words of the presentation. At the very end of the evening Michael had the entire audience "hum" silent night as we ended the evening and it was to beautiful.
A wonderful way to remember the reason we celebrate Christmas each year.
We saw many friends at the theatre and know that we will make it a family tradition.
Today I am getting ready for Christmas Eve with my grandchildren. We decorate cookies to leave for Santa and have a wonderful evening together. Get them all ready to go home and right to bed to await the arrival of Santa and a wonderful day tomorrow.
Merry Christmas to each of you.
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