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Opening Night of Finals Thursday, November 24, 2005 - 10:08 AM
"Upscale" is how one might describe the general area around the Redhook Ale Brewery in Woodinville, Wa. It's located on a strip of country road, nestled between the Columbia Winery and the Willows Inn, neighbors with the world-famous Herb Farm restaurant and kitty-corner from Ste. Michelle. It's also how one might describe the audience, who turned up Thanksgiving Eve for a late (9:30 PM) Finals opener. A better description might be "discerning." With disdain for the crass and kudos for the class, they made their opinions known, as did the distinguished panel of judges. Although it should be said that all 5 finalists had their supporters, if the the post-show chatter was any indication. With the crew managing to position the stage, sound and lights to avoid the inverted-mushroom industrial design fixtures, and the audience settling in almost immediately after a short intermission (Woodinvillians appear to be used to such things), the show went off smoothly. As did the performance of the night's leader, Lamont Ferguson. In second spot was Graham Clark, followed by Sadiki Fuller, Andy Peters, and Heneghen. The producers wish you all Happy Thanksgiving. Count your blessings. Sleep in. That's what we're doing. |
