This post is from the talented and very capable Brian Sutow. Brian is a graduate of the UNCSA School of Drama and a first-year Open Dreamer. Last night the cast returned from a week on the road that included stops in Florida and South Carolina.
What a week it has been! Tuesday we performed Peril on the Red Planet for approximately 2,200 fifth graders in Panama City, Florida. I think that is the largest (though not if you are counting by a cumulative group age) audience I have ever performed for. The show went quite well, and the kids really seemed to enjoy themselves. One scary moment occurred when the lights shut completely off during our first major set transition. We were supposed to have some red lights on stage to help us see as we maneuvered many heavy (and potentially dangerous) set pieces around the stage. Fortunately, we have been performing this show long enough to literally be able to do these transitions with our eyes closed...well, almost. Joshua found the dangerous set change to be so hilariously adventurous that he couldn't help but giggle as he finished his final move. Well, never being sure of what will happen next is one of the joys of live theater - it certainly keeps you on your toes. I do feel lucky to have an ensemble that works so hard to keep each other safe and happy regardless of the difficulties that come from setting this show up in so many incredibly different situations and environments.
Lauren's parents, David and Lisa, were nice enough to house us all when we were in South Carolina later in the week. I think everyone was grateful to have a delicious home cooked meal, as well as some attention from the family dog. We are all very grateful for their help and support.
I'm also grateful to be able to sleep in my own bed for a couple of nights. My memory foam mattress is just a wee little bit better than the beds at "The Buccaneer Motel."
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