So, here we are, in the middle of another holiday season. And you know what that means, Christmas music playing everywhere you go, spending time with the in-laws, last minute gift buying for people you really don't give a shit about, lying to our children about an overweight man that breaks into our homes and eats our pastries, and of course, welcoming in the new year.
Unfortunately, most of the INMATES have to work on New Year's Eve. While millions of daywalkers raise their glasses and toast to all the possibilities that lie ahead, the INMATES, much like Rudolph, don't get to partake in those reindeer games. Sure, you might have a shot, or two, or three; but you are still working and watching others actually having fun.
But, in case you are new to Life Behind Bars, The Parole Board came up with a way to solve this yearly dilemma. Each year, on January 1, we rewind the clocks and give the INMATES their own New Year's Eve party. This year, we will be welcoming in 2014 at Trees in Dallas, Texas. The past two years, our new year's parties were casino theme events. This year, we are changing it up a little bit
In case you missed out on the 2011 Rock N Shot Comedy Show, let me explain the concept. Here's the recipe:
- 1 stage;
- 3 parts extremely funny comedians;
- 3 parts talented musical acts;
- 1 DJ;
- Hundreds of INMATES; and
- An endless supply of booze.
When you mix all those together; voilà,
you have the Rock N Shot Comedy Show. The comedians and the musical acts alternate performances throughout the evening. Drink prices will be extremely cheap thanks to the owners of Trees, Clint and Whitney Barlow (they are huge LBB supporters and always welcome INMATES in their establishment). As midnight approaches, we will countdown from 10 to 1 and just like a 13 year old boy, the ball will drop.
You can buy tickets in advance on our website -
www.lifebehindbars.net/ Tickets purchased by December 25, 2013 are $25 per person and $40 a couple. Tickets purchased after December 25, 2013 are $30 per person and $50 per couple.
We've also contacted local hotels and made arrangements for reduced room prices that night. Please contact Hotel Indigo (1933 Main Street, Dallas, Texas 75201) or Hyatt House Dallas (2914 Harry Hines Boulevard, Dallas, Texas 75201) for more information. And to ensure that all INMATES riot responsibly, we have arranged for transportation to and from the hotels (more details on this will be announced closer to the event).
So, gather up your friends and mark your calendar. Doors open at 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 1, 2014. You can dress to impress or dress like a mess. Either way is cool with us.
