Kids at the rotunda

L had a dance performance (two actually) Saturday at the Overture Center.  Kalaanjali performs every year.  They do three shows (9:30, 11, & 1), so it's a long day for all of us, but especially for the dancers.  The shows are always packed, which makes the girls a bit nervous.  They all did a good job!

I was backstage mom for the last show of the day, and it really makes me appreciate what those kids go through.  It's hot back there and very tight quarters.  All of the girls who are not dancing on stage have to be backstage throughout the show.  They either stand or sit on the floor, with nothing to do but wait.  And giggle, and run up and down the ramp, and bump into the stage curtains.  It's a little like herding cats--adorable, giggly cats.  :)   Many of them are quite nervous about the performances, especially considering the very large audience.

Both sets of grandparents, Uncle Dan & Beth, as well as D & Russ came to the show.  We went out for dinner to celebrate her birthday (which is actually this week) with M's side of the family.