I didn’t go to broadcasting school to be on the radio.

UPDATE: Winner has been selected and notified. Thanks again to Bricolage for the giveaway — and for their invitation to see the show. Cheers!

Did you know that I went (and subsequently dropped out of) broadcasting school? As with many things in my life, I realized that path was not for me — but not after dishing out, in this case, a few hundred dollars for the experience. While the thought of being behind-the-scenes of both television and radio production is geek-tastic, that opportunity was squandered because of the overwhelming effects of my social anxiety directly tied to being ON camera or ON the air. Yet, that’s always where the teachers (and students) seemed to want me.

This was over a decade ago, but I still have residual panic attacks from public speaking and appearing on live broadcasts (which even a few alcoholic beverages cannot subside). And then I went to see Midnight Radio: Cowboys and Aliens at Bricolage this past Saturday night. The “live broadcast” is a hilarious and fun look into the days of radio entertainment — and encourages audience participation (watch for the applause sign, please) among its variety of skits.

And also included a couple musical interludes by artist Slim Cessna:

Back to that crowd participation… Of ALL THE PEOPLE in the audience, my contest entry for “Team Cowboy” was selected, meaning I had to go ON STAGE to play along with one of the actors for a game show portion of the show. I wanted to die of embarrassment and anxiety and all those associated emotions with being the center of attention. But thankfully my nerves (or my alcoholic imbibing prior to the show) didn’t inhibit my ability to play a word association game. And you wouldn’t believe it, but AB was on “Team Alien” and was also picked (randomly)… to play against me.

He won. *womp womp*

Bricolage does a fantastic job of showcasing forward-thinking programming, while incorporating hilarious adult fun (and inside Pittsburgh jokes) into its local theater performances. Check out a Midnight Radio show on your next visit to downtown. The series of Cowboys and Aliens ends next week, but replaces that with The Incredible Audio World of Pittsburgh Sports, then continues with new programs titled Bootleggin’ and Bathtub Gin, and the Zombie Apocalypse (natch) throughout the fall.

When you go, make sure you help fill out the mad libs sheet hanging in the lobby. Trust me.

Now, A GIVEAWAY: There are only TWO SHOWS left for Cowboys and Aliens — and you can win a pair of tickets for this Friday or Saturday (July 29-30) — both shows are at 9pm. All you have to do is comment that you’d like to go (and be available this weekend). I’ll pick a random winner on Thursday morning (July 28).

Disclaimer: I was given two free tickets to attend this performance, as well as a pair of tickets to giveaway to my readers. My review was not contingent on my attendance — I just thought Midnight Radio was totally awesome and wanted to share this with you. See my disclaimer page for more info.

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