The annual Follies were Friday night. This is a community 'open mic' style event that consists primarily of comedy skits about MSPP life performed by students and faculty. God, there are some very funny and very talented people at this school! Skits tend to revolve around campus events and changes (e.g., building expansion), doc project issues, 'in-jokes' about coursework, etc. Also, people can bring in paintings, photos, quilts, etc. to show in a gallery area. This year, I had fun directing and performing in a skit, and showing some photography and a painting.
It's always really fun (and funny!) and is a nice, informal coming-together for the school as a whole. There's also a warm, fuzzy belongingness that comes with 'getting' all the school-related jokes. A lot of people bring a partner, family or outside friend, only to quickly realize that they are not enjoying it nearly as much as those directly involved with the school! Some students choose not to go and I think it's really a missed opportunity- I look forward to it each year. It's nice to socialize with classmates and teachers outside of class and to see everyone's hidden talents.
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