<\/p>Friday, I enjoyed a girls night out in Times Square with my dear friend Lisa.\n

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Constantine Maroulis and the cast of Rock of Ages (photo credit: Joan Marcus\/Playbill.com)<\/p><\/div>\n
American Idol<\/em> alum and original cast member Constantine Maroulis anchors Rock of Ages<\/em>\u2019 lively cast in the story of a city boy and small town girl seeking love and stardom in L.A. The show offers plenty of sing a long moments, weaving in about 80\u2019s hits from, among others, Foreigner, Pat Benatar, REO Speedwagon, Twisted Sister and Whitesnake.\u00a0 It strikes the pitch perfect balance of kitschy, nostalgic fun and cheeky humor. Constantine is back through October 26 only, don\u2019t miss your chance to see him.<\/p>\n
After the show, Lisa and I briefly braved the Times Square crowds to walk over to Blue Fin <\/a>nearby for a late dinner. I enjoyed bronzino with squash salad and cinnamon ice cream\u2013all delicious with a capital D.<\/p>\n
As I headed home, I thought about two things: good friends and my good fortune to live in NYC.<\/p>\n
I heart my hometown.<\/p>\n<\/body>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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