Tuesday, June 17, 2008

Day 11 - never stop working

Howdy,

I didn't know what to title this post. But that seems most appropriate. What I love about a workshop is that everyone contributes, even on what is not thier job. Jessica Felix, our stage manager - and someone who deserves a post all to her own, and someday that may happen but like the Secret Service stage managers don't take curtain calls. But they do everything else. Today - the new nightgowns arrived and they are perfect. Lea was right. They are better than what we had, but they needed a little sewing to tighten up the neckline a bit. Jessica had white thread and a needle and fixed them both for us during the rehearsal. Martin came in this morning and we got new hooks and rope for the play. It is looking very good - still rehearsal hall - but a great looking rehearsal room. Regarding sound - I tried to make a wind machine out of Ricolla container. I was not successful - apparently there is a true science involved. But the idea was there. Thankfully, we are keeping it simple Lauren is the rainmaker once again for this new spot. Finger nails on a metal bucket - sweet music to us all.
Andrea is getting us cakes for tomorrow. Becky too is back tomorrow - don't know if that is a coincidence or not - but we will be happy to see both of them at rehearsal.
Today was a day of very specific behavior work. Even deeper. It seemed a little frustrating at one point for the actors. Understandably so, because it is so close. Actually the work is very good but in the details is where greatness lies - and there are moments of greatness. I love working with Scott because - he is supportive of the work, and yet always pushing to make it better. In the journey of making it great, sometimes makes the play messier. But it was a good push today because yesterday was the last day off before being in front of an audience - and I've been thinking about the presentation a little. And the presentation is always better if the detail work, in production as well as acting, is being strived for. Regarding Matthew's question regarding the trap. We don't have one - we have a rehearsal stand in. It is fitting with the style of the presentation. Shout outs again to grandma Shirley, Jewdee, and Matthew Barbot. Thanks for reading and sharing feedback. Also forgot to mention on Sunday David Deblinger stopped by rehearsal and it was nice to have his eye on the process.
One quick plug for all those trying to get tickets - it may be sold out. So please try to buy now. If it is sold out - know that some tickets are held and will be let go. We hope you try to see the play, we will do our best to get as many in as possible. On that note - tomorrow's rehearsal at 3:30 is open - and so is the run on Thursday at 7:30. Please know that both start times are flexible due to rehearsal needs.
We look forward to seeing you this weekend.

Goodnight,

Padraic

3 comments:

Anonymous said...

Yikes - you are sold out on Friday!

Guess I'll just show up and beg!

Congrats, but dag! As someone who saw the reading and fell in love with this play, it's too bad there weren't more show dates, adn I can;t amke the dress rehearsals. (Sigh.) :(

Lots of love to you and your cast, P -- hope to see you all on Friday.

Kathy Cortez

Anonymous said...

BTW - Pardon my sloppy typing.

Kathy

dina Janis said...

your blog is great! the mystery prop person is Carly Whitaker- a set designer from Bennington College- It is great that she was able to be a part of this and that you gave her this opportunity. I think that her friend-= Abby Geoghan- a costume designer- has been helping out as well. Lots of love to you guys!