Article from The Daily Universe Promoters for the popular Broadway show “Wicked” are giving away a limited number of orchestra seats for $25 at the Capitol Theatre in downtown Salt Lake City.
The drawing will be held daily for the duration of the production. The show began Tuesday and runs through Aug. 24. Participants wanting to place their names in the drawing bin will need to show up 2.5 hours prior to showtime. The drawing will occur 30 minutes after names are placed in the drawing bin. Two tickets will be handed out to each participant whose name is drawn. You may only enter once per day but can participate in the drawing every day. Winners must be able to pay with cash. Participants entering the drawing will need to show a valid form of ID when submitting their entry and again if they win. “Wicked” is a highly acclaimed musical that has won numerous awards, including three Tony Awards and a Grammy. Its twist on the “Wizard of Oz” creates an exciting new perspective on the classic story. The Capitol Theatre has hosted the “Wicked” production in the past; the musical is in its third year being performed in downtown Salt Lake City. According to Elisabeth Nebeker, the marketing director for Broadway Across America, the drawing has been a tradition since the first Broadway showing back in 2009. “It’s really a great way for people to get good seats at a reasonable price for $25,” Nebeker said. Nebeker is the local promoter for the Salt Lake City area and says that at previous drawings, more than 300 people have shown up to participate. Joshua Strauther, 23, a resident of Salt Lake City said he will take advantage of the opportunity and will be in line for the drawing. “That would be dope. Tickets are usually ridiculously expensive. We don’t have money like that to just go see ‘Wicked,'” Strauther said. Fans from all over Utah, including students, will get a chance to see the musical at a discounted price. “I definitely think access to discounted tickets is important to students; we don’t always get that here in Utah, so it’s really nice,” said Kassia Roberts, 21, a senior studying viola performance. Utah has shown that residents are interested in the performing arts and can sell out venues. Hopefully other productions will acknowledge this and continue to bring culturally enhancing performances to Utah. Showtimes are Tuesday–Thursday at 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 6:30 p.m. There are matinee shows on Saturday at 2 p.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m., as well as specific matinee showings on July 10 at 2 p.m. and Aug. 14 at 2 p.m. For additional ticket purchases, go to ArtTix.org or call 801.355.ARTS. - See more at: http://universe.byu.edu/2014/07/10/wicked-seats-for-25-in-raffle/#sthash.mizDx792.dpuf
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Concrete: Tips for Remembrance An Analysis of Made to Stick by Chip & Dan Heath We all know the fable of “The Boy Who Cried Wolf” right? A young boy stirs the peace of a town and calls for help numerous times, each time being a false alarm. When the boy calls one more time, the town assumes that it is again a false alarm and does not come to the rescue and the boy perishes. This story’s theme is used to describe the value of being honest and not lying. The reason why we are able to understand the meaning behind the story is because of the story itself. If someone were to try and explain what lying was to a 4th grader by just using the words “don’t lie,” they probably would skip off to recess without processing what those words really meant. Stories and examples like these make things tangible and easier to remember. They make things concrete. “Concrete ideas are easier to remember.” You may be asking yourself, why is this information relevant to my life? Do you have a job? Do you have to give presentations or write emails? Do you have children? Do you have to explain why it is not nice to tattle on someone at school? We can use this tactic in so many aspects of our lives. If you’re trying to explain something to someone, always assume that they aren’t going to understand what you are saying. Don’t make them think. People have a short attention span and are busy. They like to get in, get the information they need and get out. “If you can examine something with your senses, it’s concrete.” When you think of the word “truth” what comes to mind? Other words right? When you think of the word “watermelon” what comes to mind? Summer days, BBQ’s and deliciousness in your mouth. Concrete words that apply to our senses, are relatable to experiences that people have, and can be remembered more easily. “Abstraction is the enemy of concreteness. Concreteness sticks.” Abstraction makes it harder to understand and remember ideas. People who are knowledgeable in an area may find it hard to explain things to a person that is not of their expertise. For example an IT person speaks in computer jargin, whereas the everyday employee speaks in English. If there is a problem with the computer the IT person automatically starts thinking about gigabytes and other words that I don’t know. The employee may just see what is in front of them and just knows that the start button isn’t doing anything when they push on it. It is important to use concrete words that are not abstract so that the amateur person may be able to understand. “Our own decisions are easier to make if they are guided by the needs of specific people.” Put yourself in the shoes of your readers, customers, students etc. If you are focusing on what your audience needs, provide information that they will respond to. Remember that people do not know what other people know. Concreteness is easy to embrace and is key for remembrance. Make it tangible, cater to senses, don’t fall back into abstraction, and fulfill the needs of your audience. Do these things and I guarantee you’ll remember to never cry wolf. For tips on how to make your writing more concise and memorable post a comment below. |
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