Today was hectic and very fruitful. We ran through the show for the lighting crew, put up the "legs" for the side masking, had numerous line, choreography and music rehearsals and did some scene painting and light cue writing after school...the one ingredient...it was all done by our kids.
I'm tired tonight, so I'm going to write a short one. Many kids said that they have been worried about homework this week. I spoke to your teachers and they were very clear that the rubrics were there for you to start on the work you will be tackling next week in your regular classes and to continue work on your Latin and your debates for Social Studies. You are not expected to finish all of the work by Friday or Monday. The teachers assigned the rubrics so everyone would have meaningful work to do if you weren't needed in the theatre or the art room or the costume room etc...This week is all about the production and your place in it. Don't worry about the homework, but pay attention to it when you have the opportunity. Being an independent thinker and a "doer" is the answer for this confusion. I keep repeating in rehearsal this week. None of us is concerned if you make a mistake. All we require is that you work to your fullest potential--try your hardest and you will succeed. I am delighted with where we are right now, but we have more work to do.
Tomorrow, we run straight through. Blue cast in the am.
OUR LITTLEST AUDIENCE...
At 9:30 we will do the opening number for the toddler class. They are too little to sit through the whole show, but we want them to be excited and feel included in the show. They'll be with us for about 15 minutes in Carlson and they will watch the opening number with lighting and costumes. We will introduce ourselves and allow them to ask questions. It should be a delightful and (probably amusing) way to start the day. Have you met any of our littlest ones? They are pretty darned delightful.
Costumes tomorrow. Be prepared to feel a little (or a lot) discombobulated....first dress is always a challenge...We'll only stop for costume issues and I'll take notes. After the run-thru, both casts and all crew will gather in the theatre for notes. Costume notes first, then actors, then crew.
Be brave, dear students and take the risk to put yourselves out there...risk being as wonderful as you possibly can....I have so much faith in you.
Ms. W.
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4 comments:
Hi Ms. Wilson-
Your blog is very different than Mia's. Mia's is loud, but yours seems quieter. The little kids were so cute! Are we going to be rehearsing for any kids that are not in Early Childhood?
Erik
Hey ms.Wilson!
i have not read Mia's blog yet but i am excited to. he play has been fun. I am wondering if there is going to be a cast party after the show??
Julia
Hi Erik,
Yes, we rehearsed for 2 year olds through fifth graders. We really hope their families bring them back to see the real show next week.
Ms. W.
Hi Julia,
Yes, there will be a cast party the day after spring break. On that Monday, we will get together as a middle school and have snacks and watch the documentary and Dan's slide show. I decided not to have a party on Thursday night because everyone will be very tired on Thursday night and many folks are getting ready to leave for vacations etc..Also, your teachers are wiped out...we are going to strike the props on Thursday night and the rental lighting and I didn't want anyone to miss a party for that either.
Ms. W.
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