Ethan and I got to the bar around 4:00 to check in on final preparations for the event (thanks to the understanding of both of our respective day jobs). Third "floor" of Red Sky Bar is actually their rooftop. It's adorned with party lights, orange drapery, and is somewhat reminiscent of the wedding sequence from Monsoon Wedding. Aside from a large construction site directly opposite, it's actually pretty scenic and was perfect for the event. When we got there, Wes and Less Than Treason were already on site, and after a quick search for some extension cord, we were in business.

Started out the night with a few close friends coming from work, and the crowd swelled up soon thereafter. Tim brought a few friends from work, and Darren made his 2.5 hour commute from eastern Long Island just for the event. Also from the production team, Kristina Curatolo (props) and Heather Caulfield (publicity) soon joined as well.

Around 7:30, Less Than Treason kicked things off with two songs, and Ethan got up to the mic to make the official welcome. I'd tell you what he said, but I'd been derailed by a cocktail and a conversation in the bar downstairs. I hugged him later, and told him everything was going to be alright.  He seemed confused.

The show went 'till 9 o'clock when we wrapped up and made our respective ways home. All in all, it was a great time. For the cast, it was the first time Darren, Tim and Ethan all got to hang out together in a relaxed setting, and it was really something to see our friends come out to support the show. Though this is the only official drink-up/fundraiser for the show, we certainly enjoyed the chance to raise a glass with friends, and would be glad to do so some time in the near future, perhaps post-rehearsal or park performance.

Thanks to very much to all who came, and catch you soon,

- Rob

Leave a Reply