This has definitely become one of the most fulfilling yet stressful rehearsal processes I've had, solely because of how disconnected from the theater all of it still feels and the limitations we're still facing. Working on these one acts has been the shred of normalcy I've been so deprived of and I think all of us doing this could agree to some extent. The amount of adjustments, logistical issues, and hurdles we all as a company have had to deal with because of this pandemic, proves immensely how dedicated people will be when it comes to the things that brings them happiness/purpose/job security/a reason to live/all of the above.
With the limited time in the space, memorization has become crucial and our actors have been hitting it hard. It's the frustrating first week of being off book and not wanting to call "line" too often but also being unsure in some moments and calling it anyways. There will always be bumps in the road and these two aren't professional actors so I'm trying to do my best in giving them affirmations and reassuring them that they know their lines. During our rehearsal on Thursday Josh and Lane both came to epiphanies about their character developments and better understandings of the relationship and power dynamic between Rick and Millie. It was really great to be able to have those kinds of discussion with them because it shows they're doing their text work and willing to put in the extra time to bring these characters and the moments between them to a deep emotional level. I trust the process and these people more than I have trusted most things in my life and I know that in the end no matter what comes our way we'll still bust our asses to get things done in the name of good theatre.
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