Tourist in our town - The Long Center

Last week I took myself to the symphony. 

It was late in the day - an 8 p.m. concert on a Friday.  Which would not have been a bad idea had I just been laying around all day Friday, waiting to go.  But of course I had mowed both yards, spread the rest of the mulch in the backyard, did some housework and meal prep, visited with The Girl...

Let's just say that a late night before a work day is not for me anymore!

Anyhoo, it was held at The Long Center in downtown Austin, which is a beautiful place.

I sat on the 3rd floor in front of huge windows, sipping my adult bevvie while I waited for the concert to be seated, and admired the skyline.

The show was "Summertime" which included the Porgy and Bess opera by George Gershwin.  I'm no opera aficionado, but I did enjoy the talent of the orchestra and principal singers.  Its maybe the closest I will get to Broadway.

Which is fine, because The Long Center has so many interesting performances to see - right here in my hometown.  Including Black Violin which I have tickets for in October!

In the summer, there are also concerts on the patio with the city lights in the background.  Free every Thursday, with all kinds of high energy music.  Maybe I will grab a friend to come with.  Either way, this will be the summer of music for me with several fun things to attend!

Gina