Dear Betty Lynn (Buckley),

I saw you the other night. Not surprising, since we both live in Fort Worth, Texas. But we were both working that night. You were onstage at the Modern Art Museum singing your heart out and telling wonderful stories about your journey through Broadway. I was checking tickets, passing out programs and selling your cd's. Not a bad volunteer gig, especially since I got to see your show free.

I enjoyed the casual atmosphere and your banter with the audience. Seth, your accompanist, back-up singer, long-time friend, and all-around talented funny guy set the tone when he energetically stepped on stage wearing jeans, an open shirt and sport coat. But Betty, when you entered, you looked like you were caught in an Abby Bradford time warp. Betty Lynn, you can do better than that. Just look at these pictures!

I know you can take criticism. You admitted that Stephen Sondheim didn't like the way you re-interpreted his songs. Fortunately, you weren't "mortified" enough to ban his songs from your repertoire. You sang the selection from "Into the Woods" beautifully, sticking to the original score.

As a woman over 50, I want to see other woman over 50 looking good. It just makes me feel... well, good. And I know from experience, if we feel good, we can do anything, overcome anything, and make a difference when we choose to do so! Besides, you're a celebrity--a star--you're supposed have a hint of drama in your wardrobe.

So Betty, for your show tonight, could you search for a touch of Norma Desmond in your closet?

Last show of the series tonight.

Monday, July 27, 2009 - 7PM

Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth

http://www.lyricstage.com/

972-252-2787

If you miss Betty tonight, she'll be back August 29 - 31.

Want to hear more from Seth? He hosts "Live From Broadway" on Sirius/XM Radio.