1) The fabulous Orpehum Theater on State Street in Madison, our New Year's Eve venue. Note to people not from the Midwest: Thanks to global warming for no snow!

2) The Orpheum Marquee a little before showtime -- Hint: There's still daylight.

3) The audience was greeted with a little music inside the Orpheum's Lobby Bar.

4a) WYK? Production Assistant Kelley checks out Moutain Mel's lighter-watch while selling some Y2'Ya Know? T-shirts.

4b) Stalwart Whad'Ya Know? volunteer Judy poses with a festive, yet flat, Feldman.

5a) The stage is set with New Year's-inspired props.

5b) More of the above.

6) Start the new year on a sugar buzz with a piece of this gorgeous cake from the Orpheum's caterers.

7a) The Y2'Ya Know? audience gets ready for the big show and shows off their hats, noisemakers and flashlights.

7b) More of the above.

8a) As the moment draws near, Michael gets ready to drop the computer.

8b) More of the above.