Magic Rooms

There are times when I’ve walked into theaters, looked at the stage, scanned the “house” and thought, “Wow, what a great place to play.” Those are usually the best venues for me because there is magic in those places. It’s the feeling of carousels, those fancy painted wooden ponies, and the music that makes a child’s face light up in awe.

I’ve noticed that when I just book myself somewhere, without going there or seeing the venue that I don’t have the same guaranteed inspiration when I perform. I remember the first time I walked into the Boulder Theater and had that “Wow” thing happen. When I played there it was amazing.

In Telluride, The Sheridan Opera House was one of the most magical places for me. I loved playing that stage and always had great performances when I had shows there. Playing in town park in Telluride was also magical. That end of the box canyon where Telluride resides is one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been.

The first time I walked into CAP in Studio City, www.completeactorsplace.com, I was going to hear another artist perform. It was one of those “Wow” places to me and it was like I was being charmed by the room. I’m not sure what it is exactly, but I’ve realized that when I don’t get that thing from a room, it’s a lot more work doing a gig that night.

The rooms I get that feeling in aren’t always large rooms. Some of them have been small coffee houses, restaurants, and outdoor stages. Sometimes it’s been a living room. I don’t know if other people notice when a room isn’t magical for me and I don’t know why every room isn’t magical for me. That’s just how it’s been.

Blessings!
Laura

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