Wednesday, August 28, 2013

Wordless Wednesday: Take me out to the ballgame - Check out my photos from the @Yankees Game and find out how to win a trip to #Florida! #SummerSequel

Kissimmee Summer Sequel


Alas butterflies, summer is winding down and Back-to-School is upon us again. (As a commuter in NYC I'm not looking forward to the teens back on the trains again, but that's a story for another day). 

Are you ready for summer to end? I for one, am NOT ready to let go of summer!

As you may remember I co-hosted the #SummerSequel Twitter Party (I saw a ton of butterflies on the party, so thanks so much for your support butterflies), Kiss News Wire, the team that is helping to drum attention to Kissimee, Florida as a fun vacation destination for families, hit baseball stadiums in addition to the twitter party to help draw attention to their super fun 'Summer Sequel Sweepstakes'.

The Grand Prize winner will win a 5 day/4 night vacation for FOUR to Kissimmee, Florida that includes accomodations at Embassy Suites Lake Buena Vista South, four 2-day theme park passes, dinner at Capone's Dinner & Show, an air boat ride at Ultimate Airboat Ride and a coach tour with Florida EcoSafaris at Forever Florida, and if that's not enough a Rental Car also! (Round trip economy air is also included for the winner and four guests!). There are two ways to enter, you can text KISS to 55155 or you can enter online at www.summersequel.com, and if you live in Atlanta the team will be at Turner Field in Atlanta, Georgia on August 31st. But hurry butterflies, the sweepstakes ends on September 9th!

The Kiss News Wire Team wanted to thank Ascending Butterfly for her help with the tweet up and twitter party and sent family Butterfly to a local baseball game. And no ordinary seats, but in the Delta Skybox at Yankee Stadium no less! Who could pass that up?

On August 20th, the home team pulled a double header and the Yankees swept a twin bill versus the Jays, it was a super exciting game to watch under the light of a beautiful full moon! (By the way Jayson Nix really did it big that night!)

Since this is Wordless Wednesday, I thought I'd share my pictures from the game:

Yankee Stadium, Yankees, Baseball Game

Yankee Stadium, Yankees, Baseball Game

Yankee Stadium, Yankees, Baseball Game

Yankee Stadium, Yankees, Baseball Game
Left: Mama Butterfly, Right: ME! Ascending Butterfly

Yankee Stadium, Yankees, Baseball Game
Left: Mama Butterfly, Center: Debi from the Blog, The Spring Mount 6 PackRight: ME! Ascending Butterfly

Yankee Stadium, Yankees, Baseball Game


Yankee Stadium, Yankees, Baseball Game

Yankee Stadium, Yankees, Baseball Game

Yankee Stadium, Yankees, Baseball Game
Left: Mama Butterfly, Center: Debi from the Blog, The Spring Mount 6 PackRight: ME! Ascending Butterfly

Happy Wordless Wednesday Butterflies! Bloggers feel free to link us to your Photos leave the link as a comment to this post we'd love to see them and show you some support too! (NO Giveaway links please!)

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FTC Disclosure: This is NOT a Compensated Post however our Game Tickets were provided to us by Kiss News Wire. We have not been compensated to share our recap coverage of the game!

Monday, August 26, 2013

Motivation Monday: Are you willing to give up being a caterpillar Edition + We have a winner!

Trina Paulus, Butterfly, Caterpillar, Inspiration, Motivation, Empowerment, Quotes
How does one become a butterly? You must want to fly so much that you are willing to give up being a caterpillar. ~ Trina Paulus

Motivation Monday:

Sometimes we really do have to shed the skin that is comfortable and venture straight into the unknown to make the significant changes we seek in our lives to feel fulfilled.

It's hard to give up what we know, why?

(1) It's comfortable

(2) We went through a lot just to get here, so we don't always want to embrace change

(3) The Unknown can be big and scary

But Ascending to a new level is a part of our journey, one we are not always pysched about, but often times it's just plain necessary. We learn how strong we are only at times we are challenged, only during the moments of growth that aren't always so willing to embrace. So instead of change forcing itself upon you, embrace it yourself and make small changes each day so that when your moment comes to give up being a caterpillar, you will be ready! Being an Ascending Butterfly means always being on a journey to rise higher than you were before.

We have a winner! 

Congratulations to Milena B. (entry #27) winner of the Smooth Jazz Cruise Rafflcopter Giveaway for this Wednesday's Phil Perry sail! If you didn't win this time, no worries, our friends at Smooth Jazz will be back very soon for the rewind sail in October which has a really great lineup, you won't want to miss it! (And by the way the winning entry was a twitter entry, so always make sure you rack up as much extra credit as you can per giveaway because you never know which of your entries is the one that will win! Extra Credit really pays off!)

Active Giveaway:

Don't forget to get in your entry for a $100 shopping spree to In Bloom, this giveaway closes soon and you've got to be in it to win it!


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FTC Disclosure: This is NOT a Sponsored Post!

Sunday, August 25, 2013

Did you miss Latinista #Fashion Week? Highlights from @LatinistaFW including @cesargalindo “Czar” Collection SS14 #LatinistaFW



The Solo Event Space in New York City was the weekend hot spot where Latinista Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2014 took place! 

Latinista Fashion Week is a twice yearly event that takes place during Fashion Week in NYC, Miami, Chicago, Boston, Atlanta and Washington DC. It serves as a platform for emerging Latin Designers to showcase their collection to both perspective Buyers as well as the Press.

As a top 100 Latina Blogger and Top 3 Big Apple Tweeter I had front row access this weekend to the shows that were kicked off by a welcome reception with Piel Canela Dancers who greeted the crowd by dancing Salsa and also kicked off Cesar Galindo's runway show with their energetic dancing!

The welcome reception before the show, was sponsored by Iman Cosmetics, who touched up my makeup and let me try out their BB Cream, Mirta de Perales, a hair care brand that is very well known to the Latina community who were handing out samples of their Linea Keratina (Keratin line of hair products) as well as their Collagen Elastin Face and Neck Cream with Vitamins A & E - which I definitely can't wait to try out! There were also haircare samples provided by Garnier Fructis of their Hydra Recharge line with Fruit Beads. Nail Lounge NY offered guests manicures (I didn't want to take off my recent mani from ten over ten since it was a color for Fall that hasn't even launched yet that I got at the Elements Showcase (more to come on that event soon!) so I didn't try out Nail Lounge NY but hope to try them out in the future!), Kiss Nail Dress also provided samples, I received the Classic Nail Dress in 'Garter' which I can't wait to put on! And not to be missed was the signature cocktail of the evening, 'The Latinista' of course, sponsored by Tequila Semental.

Here are some Photo Highlights for you to enjoy:

Piel Canela Dancers kick off the runway show for Cesar Galindo at Latinista Fashion Week in NYC
Piel Canela Dancers kick off the runway show for Cesar Galindo at Latinista Fashion Week in NYC (can you spot Ascending Butterfly in the front row?) - Photo Credit: Tequila Semental via Instagram


Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City
Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City


Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City
Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City


Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City
Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City


Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City
Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City


Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City
Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City


Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City
Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City


Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City
Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City


Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City
Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City


Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City
Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City


Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City
Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City


Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City
Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City


Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City
Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City


Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City
Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City


Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City
Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City


Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City
Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City


Runway for CZAR by Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City
Runway for CZAR by Cesar Galindo SS14 Collection featured at Latinista Fashion Week in New York City - Shot provided by Latinista Fashion Week used with permission.

End of Show, Model poses with Designer Cesar Galindo - Latinista Fashion Week, New York City
End of Show, Model poses with Designer Cesar Galindo - Latinista Fashion Week, New York City, Image courtesy of Latinista Fashion Week and Used With Permission

Designer Cesar Galindo with  Serena Fill fromTequila Semental, Cocktail Sponsor of Latinista Fashion Week SS14 New York City
Designer Cesar Galindo with  Serena Fill fromTequila Semental, Cocktail Sponsor of Latinista Fashion Week SS14 New York City Image courtesy of Latinista Fashion Week and Used With Permission

Designer Cesar Galindo with Mirta de Perales team, sponsors of Latinista Fashion Week SS14 New York City - Image courtesy of Latinista Fashion Week and used with permission.
Designer Cesar Galindo with Mirta de Perales team, sponsors of Latinista Fashion Week SS14 New York City - Image courtesy of Latinista Fashion Week and used with permission.

Designer Cesar Galindo with Latinista Fashion Week Founder, Dee Rivera - Image courtesy of Latinista Fashion Week and used with permission.


My Take:

I think it's amazingly important that both established and especially emerging Latin Designers have a forum and a showcase to share their talent and designs! Kudos to Latinista Fashion Week Founder, Dee Rivera, and Latina Magazine (exclusive official Media Partner) for joining forces to bring this multi-day branded entertainment environment together! They are providing opportunities for Fashion Designers and Sponsors to come face-to-face with not only principal tastemakers, celebs, musical talent and Media to meet but also consumers who are hungry for whats new, now and NEXT. I enjoyed the show and found many of the Fashion to be extremely approachable and wearable right off the runway. One of my standout faves was the purple dress, it was a standout color (that some wouldn't immediately associate with summer but I just love wearing year round) and it was so 'airy' and 'flowy' just perfect for summer resortwear!

Get Social:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 'Like' Latinista Fashion Week on Facebook
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow @LatinistaFW on Twitter, don't forget to use the hashtag #LatinistaFW
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - You can also check out the sponsor websites provided in the Fourth Paragraph and show them some love too!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Are you an emerging Latino/a Designer who wants to apply to be included in Latinista Fashion Week? Are you a member of the Media who wants more information on Press Access to the show in your city? Please email latinistafashionweek@gmail.com for more information!

Did you attend Latinista Fashion Week this week? Please feel free to link us to your recap coverage of the show, I'm sure we all got different photos and different perspectives and I'd love to check out any additional coverage and feedback of the show!

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FTC Disclosure: Ascending Butterfly was provided with Media Access to Latinista Fashion Week for editorial consideration, all opinions are 100% my own, and no monetary compensation has been received to share our event recap coverage. Gift bags were provided to attendees. You may visit our full giveaway and disclosure page for complete policy information.

Friday, August 23, 2013

A 'Boost' for the mind and 'Boosts' for the skin too with @SeventhGen & @LuckyMagazine #AllNaturalStyleSecrets

#ad: I received a free sample of this product from Lucky and Seventh Generation for editorial consideration.

Seventh Generation Boosts, Soothing with Oat Extract, Argan, Zi Cao, #AllNaturalStyleSecrets
Seventh Generation Boosts Natural Skin Serum



































For me Beauty always begins from the inside out. My mind, body and spirit have to be aligned and in the right place for the external to reflect the same. Taking time for meditation and getting myself centered helps me to discover my inner beauty.

And thanks to Lucky Magazine and Seventh Generation I found a Natural Skin Serum that helps me keep my outer glow beautiful with a simple 'boost'.

ABOUT:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Highly Concentrated - NO Water Added
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Absorbs Quickly
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Non-comedogenic - Won't Clog Pores
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Free of Parabens, Phthalates and synthetic fragrances
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Hypoallergenic
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - USDA-certified Biobased (100%)
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Soothing Blend of Oat, Argan, Apricot kernel oil, sweet almond oil, grape seed oil, sunflower seed oil, chamomile flower oil, rosemary leaf extract and Zi Cao

Instructions: Apply 1 to 2 pumps to fingertips and massage into damp skin.

My Take:

Seventh Generation Boosts actually does what it says, it's a perfect boost to your skin, and also boosts your sunscreen perfectly! I find most products that contain sunscreen to be very thick, and using Boosts with my sunscreen makes it easier to apply. It has a nice liquid consistency to it, goes on easy, and feels just a little tacky to the touch when you first put it on your face, but it absorbs quickly and easily and leaves my skin soft and smooth after. You can easily incorporate it into your existing routine, by adding it to your sunscreen by day and your night cream at night. This does NOT make my face break out, good argan oil shouldn't, and this one does not cause any breakouts on my skin. And trust me, my skin is acne prone and can get super sensitive, and I've had no reactions to this serum except softer, 'boosted', skin and a radiant me!

If you would like to re-tweet or share this post, be sure to use the hashtag #AllNaturalStyleSecrets




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FTC Disclosure: Lucky Magazine and Seventh Generation provided a sample of Boosts for editorial consideration, all opinions are 100% my own, no monetary compensation has been received, but this entry does make me eligible for additional incentives and serves as a contest entry. I am a member of the Lucky Community and am participating in the Lucky Community Challenge. You may visit our full giveaway and disclosure page for complete policy information.

Thursday, August 22, 2013

Win a VIP Experience @SmoothJazzNY Cruise to see Phil Perry w/dinner and drinks via @Ascending1 #Giveaway

#Sponsored: This giveaway has been sponsored by (see below for full disclosure):


One thing that's never been much of a secret is that I'm a born and raised New York City Girl, and like anyone living in a City that is a major tourist hub, there are sites you get sick of because of you have to take family and friends visiting town to these same sites/restaurants and experiences pretty much Ad Nausem, and yes, some of them tend to grow old.

Others however have become annual traditions whether or not someone is in town. That's how fun the experience is, that it never grows old or tired, and you never get that 'been there, done that' feeling afterwards. For me being an official Media Partner for Smooth Jazz Smooth Cruises has been an annual tradition that I greatly look forward to. 

Late 2011 on the night before my sail I fell into the hospital which started an over one year drama that forced me to miss the sail in 2011 I was slated for, and I also missed the sails in 2012 which truly made me sad. The smooth jazz cruises are the best part of my summer memories each year. It gives me dedicated time to connect with family and friends in a totally relaxed environment. No TV, No Distractions, just dinner, drinks, hot jazz on a cool night on the water with an expansive of view New York City all around you. And eventually great dinner, great drinks and great music with close proximity to other tables means you can always meet a new friend and have a great conversation with your table mates or those at tables in close proximity to you. 

You can stay in the lower level and have front seats to the concert, or one level up on the buffet level where you can look through directly to the stage from your seat, and eat your meal in comfort enjoying the smooth jazz sounds around you. And you can always head outside for a bit and take in the view, the night air, a cocktail on deck, and the smooth jazz music that is piped outside so you can hear the music both inside and outside the ship.

The Smooth Cruises are winding down for the season, but that doesn't mean the fun is over my butterflies, it's actually FAR from it, there is a full schedule ahead of other fun activities, as well as a rewind sail in October that we will be sharing with you all very soon! 

The Smooth Cruise season is coming to an end, and the last sail is: the smooth sounds of Phil Perry!

I got to enjoy a 6:30 sunset Sail on the Spyro Gyra Cruise and I had a blast! This was the first time I took a Smooth Jazz sail and stayed indoors the whole time. I normally spend some time on the buffet floor, then grab a drink and listen to the smooth jazz live downstairs for a few, then head upstairs to an upper deck overlooking the expanse of the water and the beautiful view, with the sound of the music dancing in my head and I put my feet up and lean back and feel the breeze that is coming off the water brush my hair back, and I take a sip of my drink and literally feel the stress of the week literally slide right off my back. It's like a meditation for me with music. My mind just goes into a relaxed, zen-like state, and I always leave smiling.

Here are some photos from my Sail, The Spyro Gyra Sail:


Spyro Gyra takes the stage at the Smooth Jazz Cruise in New York City
Spyro Gyra takes the stage at the Smooth Jazz Cruise in New York City



Spyro Gyra takes the stage at the Smooth Jazz Cruise in New York City
Spyro Gyra takes the stage at the Smooth Jazz Cruise in New York City



Lee Pearson takes a drum solo at The Smooth Jazz Spyro Gyra Sail in New York City
Lee Pearson takes a drum solo at The Smooth Jazz Spyro Gyra Sail in New York City



Ascending Butterfly filming the action at The Spyro Gyra Smooth Jazz NYC Sail
Ascending Butterfly filming the action at The Spyro Gyra Smooth Jazz NYC Sail



Left: Tracy of Ascending Butterfly and Right: Mama Butterfly enjoying the smooth sounds of Spyro Gyra on the Smooth Jazz Cruise in New York City

Emcee of the evening was none other than @LennyGreen Host of the Syndicated Radio Show #TheQuietStorm
Emcee of the evening was none other than @LennyGreen Host of the Syndicated Radio Show #TheQuietStorm



Tracy of Ascending Butterfly at Pier 62 in Chelsea Piers, I'm wearing: Jacket: Wilsons Leather, Shirt: Covered Perfectly Shoes: Tika Sandals by Earthies

My Take:

The Smooth Jazz Cruises are my favorite part of summer, back in my recruiting days it was a favorite client gift. It is just a super relaxing evening with great music, food and people! Check out our Pinterest Page for additional photos that didn't make the post!

Win It:

Our friends at Smooth Jazz New York want you to experience the same VIP experience I did! One lucky butterfly will win a pair of passes to the 9:30 Phil Perry sail including dinner and drink tickets for two as well!

Enter using the link to the Rafflecopter Widget below:

a Rafflecopter giveaway


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FTC Disclosure: Smooth Jazz New York provided Ascending Butterfly with tickets to the Spyro Gyra sail for editorial consideration, all opinions are 100% my own, you may visit our full giveaway and disclosure page for complete policy information.

Wednesday, August 21, 2013

Wordless Wednesday: Was I somewhere over the rainbow or @elementsshow Rooftop Beach Party? #elementsnyc



Everytime I spot a rainbow I get a bit excited! I was lucky enough to snap a picture of this rainbow behind The New Yorker sign while attending a Rooftop Beach Party as part of Elements Showcase in New York City. Elements was fantastic and will get a full recap with all the brands I met in another post!

Happy Wordless Wednesday Butterflies! Bloggers feel free to share the link to your Wordless Wednesday Photo as a comment to this post and we will go visit you too! (Sorry, but NO giveaway links please!)

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FTC Disclosure: This is NOT a Sponsored Post! (Although compensation does always make for a lovely find at the end of a rainbow! Any Rainbow Coalitions that want to buy this shot, feel free to email me!)

Sunday, August 18, 2013

Why should @polyvore send @Tracy_Iglesias of @Ascending1 to New York Fashion Week? #NYFW #sendmetoFW

Why should @polyvore send Ascending Butterfly to New York Fashion Week?
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Polyvore is sending one member of their community to New York Fashion Week and of course they came up with the neat contest idea of having members create a Polyvore Board that answers: Why should @polyvore send you to New York Fashion Week? and this was my board for my contest entry! If you think it's as cute and cheeky and totally butterfly fabulous as I do, head on over using the link above and press on the red heart to give my Polyvore Board a like!

Wouldn't you love seeing your favorite NYC Butterfly Loving Blogger covering what's hot on the runway as a Polyvore Correspondent?


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FTC Disclosure: This is NOT a Sponsored Post, this is only a contest entry, I have not received any incentives for sharing my contest entry for Polyvore's New York Fashion Week Contest. I just really hope I win!

Saturday, August 17, 2013

{#Theatre Review} Have you made your appointment for the @SoulDoctor yet? If not, you definitely should! #Broadway


Soul Doctor Playbill signed by Eric Anderson who portrays Shlomo (signature on bottom right) and Amber Iman who plays Nina Simone (signature on top left)
Soul Doctor Playbill signed by Eric Anderson who portrays Shlomo Carlebach (signature on bottom right) and Amber Iman who plays Nina Simone (signature on top left)


So after spending a year and a half in the hospital I wasn't totally convinced I wanted to watch anything that had 'Doctor' in the title, but some of my most magical memories have come from nights on Broadway with family and friends. It's the one thing that most lifelong New Yorkers can agree is one the best perks of living in this insane city. The city that never sleeps is always 'Go, Go, Go!' but when you go to the Theatre, the City slows down and when the lights go down you just somehow surrender and allow yourself to be transported.

While I am not Jewish, a little known Ascending Butterfly fact is that I worked for a Jewish Theological Seminary here in New York City for a Rabbi who taught me so much about the Jewish Faith, that when I learned that this was in fact based on the true story of the life and the music of Shlomo Carlebach I was very much intrigued.

About Soul Doctor:

Soul Doctor tells the fascinating story of the father of popular Jewish Music, Shlomo Carlebach, and his unlikely friendship with Nina Simone. A modern-day troubadour, Shlomo ignited the spirit of millions around the world with his soul-stirring melodies, transformative storytelling and boundless love.

After his escape from Nazi Germany, the young Rabbi befriended the legendary jazz singer Nina Simone who introduced him to soul and gospel music. With the "High Priestess of Soul" as his inspiration, Shlomo created a joyous new sound with melodies that fused his roots with American Popular Music. His meteoric rise as a "Rock Star Rabbi" as he struggled to harmonize his traditional beliefs with the "free love" generation of the 1960's features his timeless hits in a rocking score woven together by the orchestrator of The Who's Tommy and Elton John's Aida.

Soul Doctor Cast in Alphabetical Order Theatre Signage Watermarked
Soul Doctor Cast in Alphabetical Order Theatre Signage for our early August Performance at Circle in the Square Theatre

Cast:

Visit Soul Doctor's website for the Full Cast and Crew list HERE.



Eric Anderson stars as Shlomo, he was nominated for a Drama Desk Award for his portrayal of Shlomo in the NYTW production of Soul Doctor. His Broadway credits include: Kinky Boots (which you guys know is my personal pick of my favorite Broadway Show for 2013), and South Pacific.



Amber Iman plays Nina Simone in  her SPECTACULAR Broadway Debut! (she was fantastic) Off Broadway, she has appeared in Rent, and A Civil War.

I was lucky enough to get both Eric Anderson and Amber Iman (pictured above) to sign my playbill after the performance, and she posed for a picture too and was genuine, warm and open to all the fans who approached her! Team Butterfly was being silly and goofing around saying 'Just one more baby it's the flash, yeah, it's the flash', and our cheesy Eddie Murphy impression made her crack up! I will never forget this shot, so her autograph of my playbill will make that moment and that show so much more meaningful for me!
Get Social:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - "Like" Soul Doctor on Facebook

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow @SoulDoctor on Twitter

My Take:

I enjoyed Soul Doctor, it was well-cast, and while the subject matter isn't always light-hearted, you are drawn into the performance and the journey as the character's develop. Eric delivers a strong performance as Schlomo Carlebach, and Amber Iman also delivers a strong and dynamic debut performance in her role as Nina Simone. They both had big shoes to fill that's for sure, and they both delivered, they had an ease and comfort with each other and there was so much electricity in their scenes together as well.

As a fab frugalista in a super expensive city, I'm the first to tell you that Broadway is NOT cheap, so the biggest compliment that I can give a show is that if I weren't press, would I have paid to see it and still been happy? YES. I would definitely have left just as happy if I had paid full price. I found myself truly swept up in the emotions and roller coaster ride of Shlomo's story. Good entertainment has a tendency to play on universal themes to be relevant to everyone, Shlomo's struggle to not only find his inner voice, but to buck everything he knew, as well as his parents wishes of what they felt was best for him, to find his inner voice and share that with the world is in essence every man and woman's story!

When a show can make you laugh and cry it has defintely transported you, and Soul Doctor is one appointment you WON'T want to put off!

Team Butterfly holding up signed Soul Doctor Playbill in front of Circle in the Square Theatre in New York City
Team Butterfly, Left: Mama Butterfly and Right: ME! Ascending Butterfly holding up my signed playbill outside Circle in the Square Theatre! Sign reads: Destined to Become a hit on Broadway for Years to Come! May it be so!
Yes Indeed Lovelies, The Doctor is IN!

Will you be going to see Soul Doctor Butterflies? If so, don't forget to come back and sound off here about it! We would love to know what you think! What is your favorite Broadway Show this year Butterflies?

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FTC Disclosure: This is NOT a Sponsored Post! No monetary compensation has been received to post pictures or our review of Soul Doctor. Ascending Butterfly editors received complimentary tickets to a performance of Soul Doctor to facilitate our Theatre Review. As life long New Yorkers, our editorial team greatly enjoy Broadway Theatre and enjoy sharing our experiences with our readers. Special Thanks to Culture Mom Media LLC.