Saturday, November 18, 2017

Theatre Communications Group Hosts 2017 Gala

Photo by NatalieBero/AnnieWatt.com
 
 Earlier this week I attended Theatre Communications Group's 2017 Gala, which honored Doug Wright, Scott Frankel, Michael Korie and Michael Greif, the amazing creative team of the popular Broadway play War PaintThe celebration featured special performances by actor Samuel E. Wright, the original Mufasa in Broadway's The Lion King, accompanied by Michael Forman.  Original Broadway cast members John Dossett and Chris Hoch performed “Dinosaurs from War Paint, accompanied by Paul Staroba. TCG’s Board Member Marshall Jones III welcomed guests and introduced TCG's Executive Director Teresa Eyring and Deputy Director/COO Adrian Budhu, who gave the benefit’s opening remarks.

 
 
Photo by NatalieBero/AnnieWatt.com
 
“We are celebrating with a truly dynamic representation of our field including artists, trustees, theatre staffs, individual donors, business partners and members of the media. We are thrilled to honor the War Paint creative team, as well as our National Council for the American Theatre while raising crucial funds to support the groundbreaking work of TCG"- Teresa Eyring

 
Samuel E. Wright
 
The TCG 2017 Gala celebrated the legacy in our national theatre field and honored the longstanding contributions made by theatre artists and trustees to make a better world for and because of theatre.  Guests were also able to show their support by pledging donations throughout the evening.   
 
The National Council for the American Theatre received an award which was accepted by Chair Judith O. Rubin. TCG's National Council celebrated 20 years of service to TCG and the field. Comprised of theatre trustees from across the US, NCAT advises and supports TCG in helping to ensure the health and vitality of resident theatres across the US, including New York.
 

 
 
TCG Board Chair, Kevin Moriarty of Dallas Theater Center, gave the closing remarks: “I am moved by the complex and wonderful national theatre ecology we enjoy, with remarkable artists such as Doug, Michael, Scott, and Michael, resident theatres such as the Goodman--that invest in new work and giving it the highest visibility, and volunteer trustees who support the work at every stage."
 
 
The arts are such an important and influential part of life, we should try to support and appreciate them whenever we can.  The evening was an incredible success and I felt honored to be a part of it. 
 




 
 
 

Sunday, November 12, 2017

Holiday Gift Guide for the Beauty Lover

 Are we really almost halfway through November?  Judging by the recent freeze warning, I'd have to say, yes, winter is definitely knocking.  And with winter comes my favorite time of year... the holidays!!  So let's jump right in and check out my picks for the beauty lover on your list this season!        

  Eau de Parfum Fragrance: $12.97
Body Mist: $6.99
Gift set with fragrance, mist and lipstick: $19.99
Hard Candy is one of my favorite cosmetics brands because it's super girly and totally affordable.  Sold exclusively at Walmart, the brand recently launched two new fragrances just in time for the holidays; Pink and Black.  
Pink is described as a floral musk. Made with notes of California Tangerine, Pink Passion fruit, Jasmine and Vanilla, its a light, romantic scent that's great for any season.
Black is an addictive mixture of sweet notes like Kiwi, Mango, Sugared Iris and amber.  It's  packaging is a sleek black and hot pink, with an adorable heart topper.  Perfect vanity candy for the girly girl on your list.


Beauty lovers know grungy teeth will ruin any look, no matter how on point the make up is.  Opalescence Go is a professional teeth whitening system that promises professional results.  And unlike other teeth whiteners, this one is totally pain free.  For people with sensitive gums, like myself, these systems can be hard to tolerate, but I loved this one.  It was fast and easy, ideal for the gal (or guy) on the go.  This might be tricky to track down, but it's currently available on Amazon.         
 

Watch the skincare addict on your list fall head over heels in love with you as they open your gift of Epionce.  This widely popular brand is advertised as a physician strength skin care line whose products are botanically based, paraban, fragrance, sulfate and gluten free.  Designed to unlock your skin's natural potential, it aims to help reduce signs of aging.  Now is a great time to shop the site because several items are on sale, including one of its best sellers; The Renewal Face Cream.  It is ideal for dry/ sensitive to normal skin, and has a nice silky texture.  Plus its orange, apple and lavender extract make for a yummy scent.  Its normal retail is $94.00 but is currently on sale for $75.00.  



    
 No make up collection is complete without the latest from eco Tools.  PR kindly sent me their latest 2018 Capsule Collection and this baby had it all.  Inside were four of their newest customizable make up brush kits; 
$8.99
$12.99
$16.99
  Each kit comes with convenient tray organizers that you can either stack or let stand alone.  Also included are several of the latest brushes and blenders, along with three "how- to" look cards that provide useful tips on how to use the products create desired looks.  You can never go wrong by arming a girl with every makeup brush under the sun and built in organizers to boot!  You can shop the kits here.  Don't forget to check out their holiday collection which chalk full of festive colored goodies! 

 
 Retail: 3.3 FL oz. $100.00
Designed for "the woman who is radiant, lively, spontaneous and full of life", Dolce & Gabbana's The One Eau de Toilette is a beauty lover's must have fragrance.  Inspired by the spirit of Naples, is a combination sweet, yet spicy scent that is perfect for holiday parties and cocktail hours.  It's been my personal favorite as of late, and has a romantic, classy feel.  It starts off with top notes of bergmot, mandarin, velvet lychee and white peach, followed by mdaonna lily, ylang, orange flower and broom, drying down with vetiver oil, vanilla, amber and musk.  I love this scent because it's sultry side makes it perfect for evening parties, and it's sweet side makes it still wearable for daytime.         
  
 Are you planning to gift someone one of the above items?  Which one?

Wednesday, November 1, 2017

Free Beauty Events November Giveaway


 
 
 Freebeautyevents.com is back this month with another amazing giveaway.  For anyone not familiar with FBE, the site is a great tool for all beauty addicts.  It helps you stay up to date on the latest beauty happenings in your area and serves as an awesome way to snag killer free samples. Best of all, each month the site gives away a bundle chalk full of the industry's best must haves.  Let's check them out!
 


 
 
This month's basket includes products from some of my favorite brands including Maybelline, Rimmel, Vichy, Dove, CeraVe, Carol's Daughter, Essie, Sally Hansen, Organic Doctor and more! The contest runs from now through 11/30/17, winners will be chosen on 12/10/17 and notified by 12/15/17.  Entering is simple!  Visit FreeBeautyEvents on Facebook (don't forget to like them!) or enter directly on their website.
 
Besides the monthly giveaways, the site also offers great beauty advice and product reviews on their blog.  Like any of the products you read about?  Keep your eyes open for your chance to stock up!  Easy as 1-2-3, just enter your zip code into the site's search bar to find out which locations in your area might be handing out samples.  It's a helpful way to keep up to date with the beauty events happening in your town.    
 
 
Get more FBE info here
 
 
 
Have you attended an event listed on the site? 
 

 


 







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