Mixed bag
The snow on the ground was a welcome change this morning, though I was cursing it last night as I drove home. For once all that was dead was lain to rest. Peaceful. Not too cold. Mornings like set me longing for the Midwest. At least until I had to scrape off my car and later did a synchronized spin out with another car on black ice.
Last night went better than could be expected for a first dress. Hair is the major concern at the moment as the actors are expected to style their own, and we lack the hands capable of helping them once the show opens on Friday. The show ran very smoothly. There were some chuckles in the audience, but first dress is never a good day to judge the quality of a production...everyone in the room is focused more on the task at hand than the overall production. I won't be able to truly watch the show until Thursday night. I always dread the question: is it any good. I find my taste in theatre off from many others....I'm more critical, but also more willing to sit through a three hour show that isn't a musical because I appreciate the language. I'll be sincere, but ultimately, see the show yourself and judge.
I heard a lot of praise about the costumes yesterday. Overall the director was pleased. I'm amused to discover that what drives me nuts with a specific costume often will go completely unnoticed by everyone else.
This is not to say I don't have notes. I have 5 pages of notes. Granted most of them are quick jobs: add a snap, shorten hem, repair rip, press, etc....
I have two major costumes to contend with. One rented, the other build by us. On one the color is so pale the actor turns grey on stage (this is also an actor who refuses to wear foundation). The other costume is a rental that we re-trimmed. However, the draper did a terrible job trimming it. A full 4 hours will need to be spent to smooth everything out. But I do not need to rush around looking for new costumes for anyone. No major catastrophes. After Thursday, the only obstacle between me and an MFA is my thesis jury in May, when I defend my design choices and the entire process....
Some family concerns arouse last night as well, but those warrant their own post if I have time later this week.
Last night went better than could be expected for a first dress. Hair is the major concern at the moment as the actors are expected to style their own, and we lack the hands capable of helping them once the show opens on Friday. The show ran very smoothly. There were some chuckles in the audience, but first dress is never a good day to judge the quality of a production...everyone in the room is focused more on the task at hand than the overall production. I won't be able to truly watch the show until Thursday night. I always dread the question: is it any good. I find my taste in theatre off from many others....I'm more critical, but also more willing to sit through a three hour show that isn't a musical because I appreciate the language. I'll be sincere, but ultimately, see the show yourself and judge.
I heard a lot of praise about the costumes yesterday. Overall the director was pleased. I'm amused to discover that what drives me nuts with a specific costume often will go completely unnoticed by everyone else.
This is not to say I don't have notes. I have 5 pages of notes. Granted most of them are quick jobs: add a snap, shorten hem, repair rip, press, etc....
I have two major costumes to contend with. One rented, the other build by us. On one the color is so pale the actor turns grey on stage (this is also an actor who refuses to wear foundation). The other costume is a rental that we re-trimmed. However, the draper did a terrible job trimming it. A full 4 hours will need to be spent to smooth everything out. But I do not need to rush around looking for new costumes for anyone. No major catastrophes. After Thursday, the only obstacle between me and an MFA is my thesis jury in May, when I defend my design choices and the entire process....
Some family concerns arouse last night as well, but those warrant their own post if I have time later this week.
Labels: Thesis
posted by Unknown at
11:57 AM
3 Comments:
Hope the family concerns aren't anything bad! Sounds like tech is going well. I'm still waiting for my postcard promoting the show. Sorry I won't be able to see it.
oi! Some of us like musicals...
I hope the family concerns aren't too serious. I'm excited to see photos of the final product. Happy openning!!!!
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