Let Us All Give Thanks

For those of you who have not heard of the Nielsons, I encourage you to go to www.NieRecovery.com, and hear the story of this truly inspirational family and movement. Not only are the Nielsons some of the most incredible people I've ever seen, but the outpouring of love and support reminds us all that our journey through this life is one we all walk together! Over the last few months I have been uplifted and inspired and humbly reminded that my challenges, though overwhelming at times, are not that big of a deal. As we celebrate Thanksgiving tomorrow, I am reminded again of how grateful I truly am for my overwhelming blessings!
Praise be to God, and Let Us All Give Thanks!
xo
kat



watch the video here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZtLoMosPri0

Sarah Fitchner

As promised, here is the video of me performing at Monday Night New Voices, last week.
This song, written by the ridiculously amazing Ryan Scott Oliver, about a "disenfranchised" girl dealing with the mean girls in her life.
*Warning* There are so not so innocent words in this song, which might not be appropriate for the young'ens!



Click here to view video on YouTube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1vPWhu8fSs

My Mammoth Men Obsession!

Every few months, a group of 12 men, all professional photographers, rent a tour bus and spend a week on the road capturing incredible images! The images range from the breath taking to the jaw dropping, and even the shocking few. These men are funny, fabulous and so talented, and their 20-30 blog posts per day have me checking my RSS feed every 20 minutes! Go check it out, and have your day get just a little bit brighter!
www.mammothmen.com

Cruella de Jenny

So, just now, as I'm laid up with my sprained ankle (hence all the mad blogging!) Jen came out in the living room with her hair half straightened to tell me something. I begged her to let me take a picture, and gracious as she is, she obliged. I think she looks like a black Cruella deVil! Muah-ha-ha!

Other Random Shots

I've been a bit behind on my blogging, so here are a few other shots that I should have posted ages ago!

JENNY BAKES:
She doesn't really like being called Jenny, but since her Mom, niece and family members call her that, it's sort of stuck! So, Jenny is a health nut (and for those of you who think I'm a health nut, you have no idea!) When Jenny needs to relax, she bakes. But the nice part is that her baking is healthy!! And I get to reap the benefits! I though she looked so cute so I busted out the camera.
I think she should have her own cooking show!







JACK-O-LANTERN
Frankie from the OC lives close by, so come over to catch up. It was a week before Halloween, so we carved pumpkins, baked the seeds, then stood over the stove and scarfed them down fresh out of the oven! Then proceeded to sing round the piano and annoy our neighbors!



ROCK OF AGES
Lara is a fellow USJ Elphie who's now the understudy for Sherri in ROCK OF AGES of Broadway. She invited me to opening night, and I had such a great time!
Pictured here with her boyfriend at the raging afterparty.


CHARLIE'S FAREWELL
Right when I got back to NY, Charles was leaving to Nashville for The Radio City Christmas Spectacular! So Sad.


OKAY, I THINK THAT'S ALL FOR NOW!

Monday Night New Voices

As I mentioned in an earlier post, I performed this week in Monday Night New Voices, an awesome cabaret series that showcases up and coming composers and performers. It was amazing to be a part of this incredible night, as well as getting the chance to work with people who I have admired from a distance for sometime! Here's some shots from the night. And video is on it's way!



With Ryan Scott Oliver. . . our Featured New Composer, and my long distance pen pal!


The New Voices Crew- Last Cast of the 2008 Season!


Me and the insanely talented and totally radical Katie Thompson!


Me and Katie with Scott Alan, the Mastermind of this madness!

Look Mom, I Can Fly!!!

So, I work at LuluLemon Athletica, an amazing Yoga Inspired Fitness wear company. And as a perk, I can take any group fitness class anywhere for FREE! So, since my friend Connie works as a photographer at The Trapeze School, I thought maybe it's time to Fly! So, she and I geared up this last week, and took to the skies! My gymnastics background came in handy and I had sooooo much fun! Not to mention the super cute instructor from New Zealand was encouraging!

HERE GOES THE FIRST JUMP!






CONNIE SHOWS ME HOW IT'S DONE!




NEXT I TRIED A "SET WHIP"




AND HERE'S MY FIRST CATCH (WITH THE HOT KIWI INSTRUCTOR!)




Me and Connie after Class


And Here's a Video Clip (if you are reading this from the email, you need to actually go to my blog to view it!)

My Kitty!

My little boy isn't so little anymore. At nearly 13 years old, my cat Owen is never called little. When I got home from Japan, he weighed almost 20 lbs! Yikes. So, I put him on a diet, and now he's back to a lean mean 15 lbs! This week, I had to photograph his weight loss success! How cute is he?

I'm Performing Monday Night!

I'm back in New York and performing as one of the New Voices in Scott Alan's acclaimed series, Monday Night New Voices at the Duplex. The featured composer is my long distance pen pal Ryan Scott Oliver, who writes some of the funniest new works I've ever heard! And I'll also be performing a song by Stephen Schwartz. I'd love to have your support and hope to see you there!

It's a small venue, so make your reservations now!
xo
kat

PRESS RELEASE:
The fourth year of the acclaimed series, Monday Nights, New Voices, will continue on November 17th at The Duplex Cabaret Theatre with special guest host Bobby Steggert (110 in the Shade) and guest composer/lyricist Ryan Scott Oliver.

The 7pm concert will feature the talents of Traci Bair, Nicole Beerman, Kristen Michelle Bussiere, Kathleen Gail Hennessey and Lia Menaker.

The 'New Voices' will sing selections from Oliver's songbook and will be accompanied by fellow 'New Voice' alumni composer, Will Van Dyke.

Barbara Anselmi serves as the series Musical Director.

The Duplex Cabaret Theatre is located in Manhattan at 61 Christopher Street. There is a $12 music charge and a two-drink minimum; for reservations call (212) 255-5438 or visit theduplex.com.

PLAYBILL ARTICLE:
http://www.playbill.com/news/article/122967.html

BROADWAY WORLD ARTICLE:
http://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Bobby_Steggert_Hosts_New_Voices_Concert_1117_20010101

Obama Wins! Times Square Celebration!

My sister and I got out of Billy Elliot on Tuesday night and headed to Times Square to see who won the election. . .
What followed was a crazy impromptu party! Millions of New Yorkers made their way down until the streets were totally blocked!
We watched McCain's incredible concession speech, and tears flowed when our new President Elect spoke.
At various moments the crowd would begin to chant "Obama," and "Yes We Can," which then became "Yes We Did!" I would look around to see people of all kinds with tears streaming down their faces, people hugging people they didn't even know, and others jumping and dancing and praising God.
It was truly my most memorable New York moment to date!
Here are some of the shots I was able to grab amidst the glorious madness!












"Yes We Did"