Friday passed with little amusement, a predicted snow/sleet mix to last several hours without materializing and doing some laundry.

Each time I head to a Dayton Live house managing event, I leave early enough to stop at Uno’s Pizzeria, next to the Victoria Theatre and across the street from Schuster Center to pick up my preordered dinner. I treat myself to an Uno Burger, sweet potato fries, and a diet beverage. I look forward to my hamburgers from Uno’s.

Friday afternoon, as I prepared for my journey downtown, I got on my phone to order my meal and Google displayed: PERMANENTLY CLOSED.

No! I tried calling their number and there was no answer. I hopped on Facebook and there were several stories regarding Uno’s abrupt closure.

I had noticed, for several months, that it was not staying open until 11 PM or midnight and was closing at 9 PM. Uno’s had often served as a pre-show and post-show gathering spot. As I walked by Uno’s on my way to The Loft Theatre, I saw the notice on the door. Sad.

Friday night, I house-managed SHIPWRECKED in The Loft for The Human Race Theatre Company, Dayton’s premiere professional theatre. Once the show began, I spent my time in the lobby, editing one of my writing projects. From what I observed, the audience loved it!

Make it a great day!