Day ja Two

Howdy,

There is always something to learn. Today we did table work on a play that I've done three readings of, a 75 hour workshop on, and another workshop at a college - and I discovered at least three things in details, and one larger picture theme. Overall I deepened my appreciation for actors. Eric T. and Jamie D. are really good. The work they did in the last workshop was tremendous. I am more impressed by their willingness to let that go and try to approach the play fresh from where they are now as artists. That willingness taught me a lot about the play today. And to be fair to myself and Scott - we are both bringing a year of personal growth to the work. Sharing of ourselves, asking questions, and responding to what we hear in an honest way has let the play teach us more. Oh, back to appreciation for actors...details, details, details. Getting honest, staying honest, be specific, even more specific, now connect all the work moment to moment. I'm watching them work toward that and it is a joy. The story of this play is the courage it takes to be fully present and vulnerable with another person to form a bond...and a what allows for the experience of the play to occur is the actor's courage every time to be present and vulnerable.

Since this is a blog about the process - a side note. I have found myself irritable the last couple of days before rehearsal or thinking about 'production' elements. The reason being I think because I've waited for a year for this production to happen. I don't want anything to get in the way or to shift it in a direction that will effect the ease of experience. Ridiculous. It is a process and we are miles ahead of any other process. My irritability is not rational. It is a bit like Bo's dilemma with Ruthie...the play is so lovely and perfect...I don't want to discover it's 'humanness' or flaws. And the flaws are where the true character reside. I hope in sharing this I'm able to let go of the expectation and experience this ride fully in and out of the rehearsal room.

The ride so far - so good.

Goodnight,

Padraic