I couldn’t get my backside out of the bed this morning, so I missed my ‘feedback’ session for GALA. (They are doing these sessions to improve what the organisation does.) As a result, we had a leisurely breakfast before walking down to the Sheraton for the 10:30 workshop session, hosted by Martin Brophy (our Chairman) and John Wright (our DBA), which was talking about how Choruses can use IT better. It seems that LGMC is somewhat of a leader in this field. Even so, it was interesting talking to the other IT guys to hear what kind of things they do.
Afterwards John Wright and his partner Rich came to lunch with Ping, Brett and I. Then they headed back to the hotel to relax for the afternoon and Ping came with us for a wander around the Old Town.
The only notable location in Old Montreal seems to be the basilica which is beautifully decorated inside – quite the High Catholic institution with every surface covered with brightly coloured designs. I got a few good photographs despite the bad lighting which I will put up the next time I update the photo gallery.
Just now though, we have to get ready to go out. We’re meeting the rest of the Chorus for dinner at the Casino at 6pm then heading on to the main theatre to watch Lily Tomlin perform. (I know her from her character in the West Wing, but apparently she is also a well-known stand-up comedienne. Shows you what I know!) After the show we’re off back to the Casino to watch the Spanish entry in the International Fireworks competition which kicks off at ten and, hopefully, spend a while at the tables.
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