Last Friday night began with a trip to Emu Plains station with Ryan. Not so we could get on a train, but so we could hand out flyers for Jesus Christ Superstar.
Bec and her children Bella, Jonah and Finn were there too. Together we were the Emu Crew.
Following the flyer fun Bec and her clan went home for a delightful dinner of kale and sneezing. Ryan and I chose O'Donoghues. It had been a while since I'd stepped into that pub. The renovations have drastically improved the vibe.
The food was quite delicious too. My beef and sweet potato salad was dressed with something delectable and sweet. I could look up the menu to confirm what it was, but I prefer to think of it as magic. Ryan's schnitty was up there, but not as good as one he'd had in Surry Hills.
Saturday was dedicated to Springwood's annual Foundation Day. This time Catrin was part of the carpool with Ryan and I.
After just one trip down a no through road we were at Foundation Day. I'm not entirely sure of the origins of this day, but I can tell you the main street is shut off to traffic, and stalls are set up.
Find showbags.
Listen to some tunes.
Buy a sausage sandwich.
Dip into some Dots.
Drink from a light bulb.
Put out a fire.
At each annual event Blue Mountains Musical Society hand out flyers, provide information and sell tickets.
We also performed on stage, which Ryan, Amy, half of Micah's face and I were super pumped about.
If you missed the performance you could catch us being a little bit extra at the stall.
After our standard musical theatre antics some of us took a few pit stops on the way to a Jesus Christ Superstar (2000) viewing party. First was the Lappo (Lapstone Hotel). Then came the drive through bottle-o. Always drink responsibly and buy your alcohol fabulously.
Next stop was the servo for a few snacks. Holly, Erin, Catrin and Ryan were having a blast in the chip aisle. Aarin was at the servo too, but was probably caught up conversing with a block of chocolate.
Our final stop was the home of Nathan (the bearded bald guy on the right).
At first we were concerned we'd have to travel thousands of kilometres to Jesus' place in Spain because that's where the Facebook event was directing us. With great relief we realised Jamisontown was just around the corner. Nathan, his wife Laura and his daughter Evie kindly welcomed us into their home. Evie even baked some magnetic eggs in her toy oven for some of the guests, as well as a plush mushroom and tomato soup. The rest of us had the snacks from the servo.
Meanwhile, poor Anne was trapped in the lounge. I think she might still be there.
While waiting for others to arrive Evie entertained us with the Alphabet Song. Then... Behold! The rest of the viewing crew arrived and the 2000 version of Jesus Christ Superstar was on.
Everyone appreciated Jesus' luscious locks, Simon's frosted tips, and the cage dancing, but agree BMMS' version is far superior. We're all a little bit biased, so you should definitely come to the show and judge for yourself.
BMMS Jesus Christ Superstar
O'Donoghues
Foundation Day
