Age & Perseverance

At age 67, I was not expecting to audition for any dance/movement show ever again in my life.  But when I saw the audition notice for Getting Old Sucks, I had a gut feeling that I had to audition for this show.   Since my last audition had been over 25 years ago, I had to scramble to get an updated resume and headshot together.  Thanks to my millennial friends, I accomplished this in two days.

Getting cast made my heart flutter.  YES!   I was once again going to work and perform with people who loved to move and perform as much as me.  Then, of course, reality set in.  Was I going to have the energy and physical ability to meet the directors’ expectations?  I was immediately put at ease when their main concern was my safety; they didn’t want me to hurt myself.  With their support, I can be the imperfect (elder) human I am, trying her best to be the best performer she can be.  Thank you Michele and Scott for this opportunity!  I am loving it!

And so, what does aging mean to me?  It means to persevere despite all of the obstacles and setbacks.  To do this successfully, don’t compare yourself to your younger self or others,  be who you are now.  Let your passions guide you and follow through with gusto.  Your soul is beautiful and ageless; let it flow from your being.  Be kind in your words and deeds, and forgive.   Be friends with and listen to people of all ages.  We all need each other to get through this mysterious adventure we call life.

Diane

Diane Blumensaadt is an Ensemble member for, Getting Old Sucks and is so excited to be a part of the CDE’s production of Getting Old Sucks. A native Chicagoan, she has a background in ballet, jazz, modern dance and Hawaiian hula and is a classically trained singer. 

Come see Diane perform!
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Getting Old Sucks
February 22 - March 3
Friday & Saturday, 8pm
Sunday, 3pm

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