The next school year will soon be upon us. OK, what I mean is ME. We had our first production meeting on Friday for the season. First show is “Into the Woods.” I LOVE THIS SHOW! I am not typically a fan of musicals, but if you need to do one, this is one worth doing. More than shallow entertainment, and great music. I was thrilled when the play selection committee agreed that this would open our season AND our new performing arts center.
I went into the meeting with high hopes. But it didn’t last long. I have worked with this director before and should have known I would be unhappy. Her concept? Actors in tree costumes on roller skates. “I think it will eliminate the need for a lot of scenery.” There I sit thinking “WOW, I guess you don’t want scenery!? Maybe I should leave now and save us both a lot of pain and suffering.”
I kept my cool as usual. It will be a semester filled with “educational” moments. Wish me luck.
