500 Posts!

I didn't realize until this post at #501, but Ice Charades has now posted 500 posts!  And at least a dozen have talked about skating!!! hehehe


But in all seriousness, I'm trying to get back to writing - putting more time into blogging and less into Facebook.

The question is - is there anyone out there reading blogs anymore?  I hope to find you and engage.  Stay tuned.

It's almost that time of year again ....

You could say that for many events.  For me, I'll be excited for my annual obsession with Le Tour de France.  This year we bought an internet package, so I may get to see every stage!!!

For some, this time of year could mean some fabulous summer vacation.  Do you have one of those coming in July?  I hope so.

But for this post, I'm talking about Sun Valley, Idaho!  It's the place to skate in the summer.  Someday, someday, someday I'll make it there to skate.  Really, someday, I hope.

That's right, on July 21, 2019, the ProSkaters organization will be hosting a live competition.  As they say on the website:

Held on the outdoor rink on Sunday, July 21, 2019, beginning at 8:00 pm,  this exciting annual event will be a theatrical and competitive experience.  Skaters in Singles, Pairs, Dance, Adagio, Comedy, Show Acts, and Groups who will compete against each other. Winner take all!  A panel of judges PLUS a panel of audience members will determine the winner.  

I will try to update this blog with the results.  I sure wish I could see it live though.  Someday.

Then on July 22- 23, 2019, there are seminars for skaters who want to learn about life as a professional, or as they say, "the tricks of the trade."

If anyone reading this goes to this session OR has gone at any time, please let me know.  I would love to hear some first hand accounts.

Life In Synchro

This one is near and dear to my heart.

Life In Synchro

I can't wait to see how this develops and I hope to be at the Tribeca Film Festival when it plays there.  How about you?

As the title states, this is a documentary in the making, highlighting three synchro teams.  There is beautiful cinematography, the challenges of competition, and my favorite, the cast of skaters.  I can't wait to hear more of their insights.

If you go to the Indiegogo website for this documentary, click on the video and you get a little taste of what it's like.  It's still under constructtion.  Let's help them out!

Ice Capades 75 Reunion Video

Happy Spring everyone!

Here's a video highlighting the history of Ice Capades.  Sure looks glamorous doesn't it?

Ice Capades 75th Reunion

Have a great weekend! 

p.s. Did you catch any of Worlds?

Mini Ice Capades Reunion in Ottawa!

I hope anyone in the greater Ottawa area already knows about this reunion.  I hope it's a lot of fun for those that attend!

Life On Tour With Holiday On Ice

Haven't posted in a long time.  That's the thing about blogs these days.  Yet, I'm back to give you a look of life on tour with Holiday On Ice.

You're welcome. 

Oh and Happy Thanksgiving, 2018!

Every Little Step

...by the way, if you're a big fan of Chorus Line or Broadway or dancing in general, I highly recommend watching the documentary

Every Little Step

the documentary about the origin of the play and the casting of the 2008 revision.  The dancing is phenomenal!