A short walk ...

Yesterday I worked most of the morning checking (and double checking) our seating chart that we are setting up with Etix. Once we have our ticket sales up and running, you will be able to purchase tickets from the comfort of your home. Ah, the wonderful world of Print-At-Home tickets. So ... go ahead and buy tickets in your pajamas. I won't tell anyone.

Anyway, since I spent the morning looking at little green dots that represented seats I took a break around noon and went for a walk. I mean, we are in Lincoln State Park and have all these nice, scenic trails so why not? What started out as a short walk by Lake Lincoln actually ended up with me walking all the way to the fire tower. That isn't overly far, about a mile to the tower and a mile back, but there is this one big hill. If you've been on the trail you know the hill I'm talking about. About halfway up I seriously started to consider my sanity and why I would want to walk up this hill on my lunch break. However, once I got to the top of the hill and climbed the fire tower it was worth it. From the tower you can see for miles; the view was lovely.

A couple of photos of Lake Lincoln

And finally a photo from the fire tower.

Next time I believe I will wear more suitable clothing for a trek in the woods.

A 'dear' visitor

I know that it is a little early in the season (okay, maybe our season has not even started yet), but we have already had some visitors.


On my way in a few days ago I saw this mommy and baby; they were so cute I had to snap a few photos. I have to say that they are probably the most photogenic deer I've seen lately. They did not seem to mind my presence, even though I caused quite a fuss by practically falling out of my car to get a good shot.

They are a little early, but I am willing to bet they got good seats for the world premiere of our new production, "Lincoln."

I am taking over ...

... the A. Lincoln blog that is.

Now that some of our staff has settled in (and we have time ... ha!) we are updating the website and blog, along with LOTS of other things here at Lincoln Amphitheatre! Like a new production, the lighting, the sound and the list goes on and on. It is a long list.

So ... now the important question about staff and changes ... who is "taking over" the blogging? That would be me, Laura Barker. I am the communications director here at Lincoln Amphitheatre. You'll also hear from other members of our staff ... it will be a joint effort. We promise to keep you up to date on the happenings here at Lincoln Amphitheatre.

We will have stories from all aspects of Lincoln Amphitheatre. From ticket sales to auditions, with lots of photos and stories in between. Since we are here in the scenic woods of Lincoln State Park I may don't be surprised to see "tails" and photos from some of our furry friends. We have quite a following.

For those that are not familiar with Lincoln Amphitheatre I'll give you a little background information. The covered amphitheatre is located among the thick woods near Abraham Lincoln's boyhood home and seats about 1,500. Lincoln Amphitheatre was constructed in 1986 and 1987 and is the only covered venue in the nation! Since it is covered, that means you don't have to worry about the rain.

As many of you know, 2009 marks the bicentennial celebration of Abraham Lincoln's birth. Our new theatrical experience "Lincoln" is expected to be a highpoint of that celebration. The production, which will be enhanced by multimedia projections and period music, tells the story of Lincoln's life, who many consider to be our greatest president. Audience members will gain an insight into the life of the man who legacy continues to forge the future.

For now I'm signing off, but not to worry ... you'll hear more from me very soon.