Thursday, 9 June 2005

Tonight's the night!

Well, show time once again. And this time it would seem that more attention has gone into our last minute variety show than our musical. It's a nice change from the norm because musicals only highlight a few people. And this gives everyone a chance to stand out.

It's a great idea because community theatre is volunteer...everyone gets a chance to be in the spotlight. However, I've been pretty exhausted getting ready for this show. Between working double shifts at work, rehearsals, and trying to get my costumes ready it's been an 18 hour a day thing for me.

One of my numbers is a Marilyn impersonation. I decided to actually make the dress for it, considering that I've done this routine before but with a different dress. But only having a month (and very little time during that month) to do anything made it almost impossible to finish. As it is I have to go home and fix a few things before the show tonight. I'll have about an hour to do what I need to do if I can get my make up done on the way home. Nice to know that my brother can chauffeur me around!

And it's always nice to have a few people in the crowd. Some people who work with me found out what I do in my spare time and are coming to the show. This is a side of me that they rarely see. They don't see the artsy, crazy, feminine side of me.

I'm not too sure what to thing about my current agent. I don't think they've been sending out my bio and photo to casting directors.  In the last year I've been on 1 audition for a principle role and have been sent for 2 extra roles. I'm still waiting to hear back on the audition, as they haven't made any decisions yet. But from what my agent said, I auditioned very well.

I'd like to start auditioning for theatre roles in Edmonton.  There's a really good theatre in Edmonton called the Walterdale Theatre. They get alot of exposure and it would be a great experience.  Always something to look at for next year.

Well, need to go. I've been doing nothing but singing scales all week so that my voice stays limber. I'm really nervous, but also very excited! Can't wait until show time!

B

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Thursday, 26 May 2005

Coming to a close

Well, another show is coming to an end. We've been working on a variety show for the past month.

The show is in lieu of our end of the season musical. The musical has been postponed to the fall due to theatre renovations. And we've been rehearsing alot trying to put something together that will satisfy our audience. It should be a great show.

But it's nice to know that I'll be getting a break soon. And being as I haven't really had a break since last summer. I'm starting to feel a little overworked.

With all of the shows, work, and everything else, there hasn't been alot of time for the essentials...like sleep. I'm running on about 4 hours a day. Which is really starting to catch up to me. As I sit here, I'm semi-catatonic. There's nothing wrong with being busy. I just don't like to divide my time like I have been.

If I was just doing the one thing it wouldn't be so bad. So, when I have more time, and have rested for a few days, I'll try to get back on here and tell you about what we're doing. In the meantime, take care.

B

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Friday, 13 May 2005

Feeling a little overwhelmed

So, as you know, our end of the season production has been postponed until the fall. Which is probably better because we're nowhere near to being ready. And the theatre won't be finished with renovations until September or October. Instead, we've opted to do a variety show with alot of dance numbers and singing.

Somehow I got volunteered to do about 4 more numbers than I had originally signed up for. Not that I mind, but I just like to know what I'm doing.

One of the numbers is a dance routine that I assumed I would assist in choreographing. Didn't happen that way.  But, I go with the flow.

I got a phone call before rehearsal yesterday wanting me to choreograph a "tango". Found out once I got there that there are no men in the routine. So, I just adjusted it so that the women could do the moves themselves.

So between doing the 3 songs that I didn't know I was doing and teaching choreography last night, that gave me only 10 minutes to run through my solo with the pianist last night. At least my solo is a number that I'm reprising. But it's been a while. It's a Marilyn routine...Diamonds are a Girl's Best Friend. And I still have to work on my costume.

That's another thing. Costuming. Now that I have all of this extra stuff to do, it means getting more costumes together. The ball gown that I was remodelling isn't finished, I don't have a black caberet outfit, and the Marilyn dress is still in the design stages. As far as the other outfits, I have NO idea. But, I'm sure it'll come together.

Well, until later.

B

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Friday, 6 May 2005

Just a quick Hi and See Ya Later!

It seems that far too long passes these days before I can get another entry in here.

Our end of the season show is postponed until the fall. The theater is undergoing renovations and won't be ready until about October. So, instead, we're doing a variety / revue show. Should be really good. But somehow I got volunteered to do 2 extra numbers. Oh, well. At least I'll be able to use my choreography skills again.

Summer is approaching and everything's really starting to get green around here. Leaves are on the trees and the weather is great. I'm hoping to be outside a little more from now on.

Decided to give the dating scene a break. I haven't had much luck lately. I dated a guy for a month and then he told me that he wasn't ready for a relationship yet. And the guy I dated before him...well, that's something we'll just leave alone.

So, I'm going to concentrate on me for a while. My brother and I want to move closer to the city, so we're trying to fix up our place a little bit before we sell it. And with that comes downsizing. You know. Getting rid of a lot of crap that you've accumulated over the years.

Well, have to go. Really busy, so I don't have a lot of time. Hope to update on everything soon.

B

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Thursday, 7 April 2005

Hello, All!

It always seems that it takes me a couple of weeks to get around to updating this blog. Time flies so quickly.

Some days I wonder what it would be like to be on some nice, deserted, tropical island.  Somewhere that I would never need to rely on a watch. But, c'est la vie, right?

Right about now all I really want is a little sleep and some time to myself. I've been trying to slow down a little. At some point you realize that you've overextended yourself. That's the point I'm at right now.

I've become so run down that now I'm sick. So, my rest and relaxation is being at home with a throat infection and taking antibiotics. Lovely! Well, at least it's a break.

B

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Saturday, 19 February 2005

Happy Belated New Year!

Well, we finished the production and it was a great success! However, it was completely draining for me.

I was so involved with every aspect of the play that I didn't have much time for anything else...including sleep. So, I've decided that if I ever direct again I won't be acting as well. And now I know more about what to do so I'll be better prepared.

Work on my screenplay is going very slow. I've been so busy at work lately that I haven't had much time to really devote to it. And I lost alot of my changes when my computer crashed a while ago. So, now I have to add alot of stuff in that I completely lost. Oh, well. The way that I look at it, I probably lost all of the crappy stuff anyway.

Not enjoying the dating scene lately. Last date didn't exactly go very well.  Plenty of other fish in the sea.

Still trying to find my Mr. Right. Not "the" Mr. Right, but the man who is most perfect for me.

I think that Mr. ,or Miss, Right is whomever, in your estimation, is the person who best fits your personality and has all the qualities that you're looking for. He or she is completely different for everyone.  Once you find that perfect person, all of our quirky little traits are what endear us to one another the most.  One of these days I hope to find him.

Tell you what, help me out. If you have a dazzling smile, are down to earth, funny, honest, sincere, and genuine (with brown hair and piercing eyes - a bonus for me!), let me know. By the way, being actually available and someone who wants more than just one thing is also a must! Here endeth the personal ad! Thanks for indulging my rant.

B

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Friday, 17 December 2004

It's been a busy year
Been a little while since my last entry. And it's been a busy year.

Never thought that time would fly so fast. And I never thought that I would fail to accomplish everything that I had set out to this year. But, I'm one of those kinds of people who tends to go overboard from time to time, so it's only natural that not everything was done.

The show is now over. It was a great success. But, it was time for it to come to an end. 9 venues and 15 shows. That's alot for a community theatre group. Especially when everyone has jobs and families outside of the theatre. So, now on to the next project. But, I'm not taking so much of a front seat this time. I'll be in the background. And now that it's the silly season, things will be at a halt until next year.

I put the script on the back burner for a while. Too busy with the show ending and work to really give it any attention.

And, I emceed our staff Christmas party this year. It was a big production...of course. We do theme parties and this year's was Hollywood. Right up my alley. Of course I had to have music, the right lighting, sound, and trivia. I did a bunch of trivia on Power Point and had the tech guys play it on the big screens. And I wrote the script. It was just like on of those awards shows. My co-emcee and I had 5 character changes. It was alot of fun and we've had rave reviews ever since.

Well, that's it for me until probably next year. I'm working alot over the next couple of weeks. Hope everyone has a great New Year's and that Santa's good to them.

Until later,
B

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Friday, 26 November 2004

Tempus fugit
Another week has come and gone and we're down to our final 4 shows. Two shows this weekend and two shows next weekend. Hard to believe it's over already.

When I first began this directorial endeavor, I didn't stop to look at the bigger picture. Making sure that everything was done the way that I wanted it done and that I had everyone in place. I assumed that most of this was the producer's job. How stupid was I?!

Maybe in some larger production or a movie, that would have been the case. But, there were so many other things that I had to take care of. I now have a greater understanding of what happens behind the scenes. And it'll help me in my acting as well.

I haven't had time to even touch my own script the last several weeks. I've been too engrossed in other things to even think about it. But, I'm sure that the time I've spent away from it will allow me to return with a new view point.

I decided to audition for another show and should know by next week whether I've got the part or not. At least rehearsals won't run until February, so I have some time to clear up a few things.

It would be nice to be able to vent with some bitter diatribes about life and love, but I'm just too tired. Maybe when I get some sleep I'll be back to my old self again.

Until then, keep your stick on the ice.

B

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Sunday, 21 November 2004

Well, did it again
You ever think that sometimes it's just better if you'd stayed in bed? That was my thought this week.

We're down to the last 4 shows and things are going well. However, the sleep deprivation is now getting to me.

Not only am I walking into walls and discovering bruises in places that I don't want to mention, I'm now drawing blood.

On Saturday, we showed up early to set everything up for the show. Because we've moved the set so much, it needed a few touch ups. So, being the clutz that I am, I mentioned in passing that I should be informed of where the paint was. Knowing me, I'd walk right into it.

As we had everything set, I began to get a few things set up for the bar. There were a few glasses that we used on stage that needed to be washed. No big deal right? Wrong.

I put everything in the sink and began to wash the glasses. I got a few done when I started to wash the champagne glasses. I put my hand inside and snap. The glass broke cutting my finger in the process.

I grabbed a tea towel and called for help. Now this is an hour before show time. Therefore, no time to go to the hospital. The guys weren't much help. Panic set in and I was the only level headed one. We got the first aid kit from the front (which of course had almost nothing in it) and I placed about 4 bandaids over it. I managed to close everything up pretty well, but needed to change it at intermission.

We finished the show and everything went fairly well. But, I wasn't the only one in trouble. One actress had a back problem, one actor was sick to his stomach, and another actor stubbed his toe on a weight. We were just a mess.

I decided, since it was only 11:00 pm, not to go to the hospital right away. I hate waiting in emergency. So, we went out for a few beers and I drove myself to the hospital after. Luckily, there was only one other person in the E.R. and that was a guy with constipation. 4 stitches later and I was done.

This is not an uncommon occurence for my family. I'm thinking of having t-shirts made that say, "Hello. I'm a (insert last name). Have a first aid kit handy."

The stories of my Dad are legendary. But, I'll save that for another day. Until then, I think I'll stay away from all potentially sharp objects.

B

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Wednesday, 17 November 2004

What the hell was that?!

Okay, I have to admit that the last entry was a little depressing.

Tomorrow is my birthday and every year I seem to go through this self-evaluation of my life. As if somehow my life hasn't measured up to my expectations.  Then the more I think about it, the more depressed I get.

Life doesn't always turns out the way that you think it should. That's the key word...think.

As a child, there is no real world.  There's play time. And then you grow up to realize world isn't always sunshine and lollipops. It's like believing in Santa Claus. One day you discover that he's not real. You're hurt or angry or just feel plain cheated. Because at that moment, there's no magic anymore.

Anyway, as I sat there feeling this incredible self-pity, I wrote the last entry. Of course, I slapped myself silly afterwards. I mean, what the hell was I thinking?! Life is never great. You make adjustments as you go and there will always be problems to overcome.

I guess I've been procrastinating so long that all I can do is bitch about this rut that I've created for myself. There's some safety in knowing what lies ahead from one day to the next. But I really do long for those days when I would just be spontaneous. It was fun. There's something very liberating in it.

I'm just hoping for a better tomorrow. But I have to make it happen on my own.

I have been doing a lot of soul searching and I still have to discover who I am. What do I want most out of life and what's most important for me?  Not the secrets of the universe and the whole "why are we here" thing. Just things that will make make me happy. And I guess that's just what everyone else is trying to figure out. At least I know I'm not alone.

So, as Sydney Freedman from M.A.S.H. said so appropriately, "Take my advice. Pull down your pants and slide on the ice."

B

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