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On the first night, we headed directly to the Imperial Theatre for the "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels." On Thursday morning, we visited the Museum of Modern Art. We saw, among other things, "without boundary, seventeen ways of looking" -- special exhibit of Islamic art (2/26/06-5/22/06). Don't miss the museum terrace restaurant for lunch. At night, we went to the Longacre Theatre for "Well."

Finally, on Friday morning, we went to the American Museum of Natural History to see:

• Cosmic Collisions Space Show (Rose Center for Earth and Space) - A virtual reality experience (feel the impact) in the Hayden Planetarium. You will witness past, present, and future evolution of the universe. It is narrated by Robert Redford. Great show!
• Darwin Exhibit (11/19/05-5/29/06) - explores the life and discoveries of Charles Darwin

Following that we had dinner at Ben Benson's Steak House, 123 W. 52nd Street -off 6th Ave. - with its superb steak dishes and side dishes.

::Shelley

Last night, we attended the Book and the Cook, Philadelphia's foremost culinary event, now through March 26, 2006, at Upstairs at the DiBruno's Bros., 1730 Chestnut Street. We met Nancy Lazarus and Laura Branca , authors and chefs, of the Moosewood Restaurant, Ithaca, New York. They gave us a cooking demonstration, including a multi-course service, and complimentary wine and coffee service. They wrapped up the evening signing their book, "Simple Supper" and answering questions. We all had a GREAT time. The meals included:

• Asparagus Avgolemono
• Peppercorn Citrus Marinated Feta
• Fettuccine with Fresh Herbs
• Chocolate Ricotta Pudding

In all, 67 cookbook authors will cohost dinners at 56 area restaurants.

::Shelley

On Friday night, March 10, 2006, we saw Franklin Court and The Firebird at The Academy of Music. The two productions were magnificent. The dancers, costumes, and sets were perfect. In addition, the audience was attentive and enthusiastic.

Franklin Court, created by former Artistic Director, Christopher d'Amboise, is Pennsylvania Ballet's contribution to the Philadelphia's citywide celebration of Benjamin Franklin's 300th birthday.

The Firebird was originally created for the Ballets Russes and premiered in Paris in 1910. The music was by the then-unknown Igor Stravinsky. It was based on Russian fairy tales.


::Shelley

"Andrew Wyeth: Memory and Magic," will open on March 29, 2006, at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. It represents about 100 of the painter's works from his family's personal collection.

Much of the show is organized around recurring themes in Wyeth's art and is schduled to run through July 18, 2006.


::Shelley