(We missed out on getting the tickets for Bruno Mars, so we were not going to miss out again on the other superstar, Katy Perry. Her "Witness" concert must have at least 10 costume changes, with props of all kinds being put on stage and constantly rotated. The sound system was loud and thumping, but it could have been a tad lower, so that we can hear Katy's voice better. Of course, the big song came out last - "Firework" - compete with fireworks on stage and around parts of the stadium - see video below. It was a spectacular ending for a real showwoman, at the top of her game, still. But where is my recent favourite, "Feels"?) 
(It was an experience we wanted to have, especially after our recent trips to Argentina, including Ushuaia last November. True to Andrew Lloyd Webber form, the show was slick and professional staged. The main song, Don't Cry For Me, Argentina, of course took the cake. Now, my cultural immersion of Argentina is complete - maybe) 
(We didn't get to see him the first time around 3 years ago, but not this time. Santana lit up the Suntec auditorium. All his best songs were played, including Maria, Maria and Samba Pa Ti. It felt like a full festival. In fact, it could be the best concert we have attended since the Eagles - so that is saying something. He ended the night with Smooth; how cool was that? Enjoy the clips below)
(He is 68 years old, but his songs still sound so good. James Taylor gave us a nostalgic night with his clear voice - the press called it honey-suckled vocals. And when he played his all-time hit, "You've Got A Friend", the crowd got their money's worth. I didn't quite follow all his songs when young but hubby was in teenage-heaven, just listening to him. Which of the video clips below is your favourite?)
(Okay, we have never paid for a proper 100% comedy show but having seen this guy on TV a couple of times, we decided to check it out, 'live' in his "What Now? Tour" here. And it was worth every dollar of it! When we walked in, all seemed so sombre, with ushers popping into everyone's ears like a rash, telling all, "No photos!..or you will be ejected, like 300 people in Sweden". Really? The hostile mood turned quickly into barrels of laugh when Kevin took the stage. It was the best stand-up comedy that we have ever seen - 'live' or on-screen. Who can forget his raccoon and shark stories?)
(Our private-car-transfer driver from Naples to Amalfi was right on the spot when we arrived at the Napoli station - Giovanni of Benvenuto and his Merc. What a pleasant surprise indeed! To be whisked away like the Queen (okay, it wasn't a Rolls but good enough for me), with views even a 20-hour flight+train ride could not fail to impress. Just look at what this 90min private car ride gave us - our first look at the infamous active volcano Mt Vesuvius and the cliffhanging Amalfi coastline. Not a bad deal at all for Euro90.. )
(It's been 2 years since we last saw them, thinking their 'Happy Ever Laughter' shows were better. And it is true that this year, it was toned down somewhat, with primary school children being invited to the stage too. Kumar without a dress is ample proof. Still Broadway Beng stood out as the main draw. But Pam's version of Adele's "Hello" was the surprise barrel of laughs. They are always worth a night out for us)
(When was the last time I had been to a circus? I can't remember, but definitely as a small girl. But with Cirque du Soleil's Totem, it is totally different. Yes, the Big Top was there, but inside, no lions or elephants but just plain gripping, impressive circus acts from true gymnasts. The uni-cycle girls were awesome but the final act from the pole-jumpers was spectacular. The 'live' music and singers made the occasion even grander)
