I've been wanting to write something and I can't wait any longer...so here goes. I know many of yall had doubts about this show, but I fell in love with it from the first moment we read it together. (I'm sucker for anything emotional) I saw potential in everyone from the beginning, but I didn't realize how much work it would take to really find these characters. I feel personally that I didn't even really find Evelyn until after GTC. Anywho, I've never learned so much from a play or felt more like a family with my fellow cast members. From the beginning we knew we would have to create a bond. And so it grew from the first time we hunted for sex offenders in our neighborhood together, till it made me want to cry that "Faith" really wouldn't be my little girl forever. I can't put into words how cool it was to walk in another person's shoes. Especially such a daunting journey as Eva/Evelyn's. Thank you so much for picking this play and this cast coach!! It really made my last One Act competition, one I never want to forget!
Love you guys!!
Lizz
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Reflections of Kindertransport
Well guys, what a show. I am extremely proud of this cast and crew for their attitudes and efforts during the run of Kindertransport. The show was a hard one and I want you all to know that I am very pleased with the outcome. It was different, it was hard, it was heavy, and to me, it was moving. I hope that the experience for you was a good one but it is time to put it to bed.
This will probably be an ongoing post (as I want to touch on all of your efforts) but I will start with the underclassman cast and go up.
Samantha: Wow. Eva finally arrived. It only took right up to show but I knew that you would deliver. There were moments that I thought you would never "get" it, but once you stopped thinking about the role so much and just let it happen, there were moments were you truly were magical. Thank you for your hard work and commitment to "Eva".
Morgan: The right decision. It sometimes takes a person three auditions to get a part. I pat myself on the back for that one, (although Abby and Liz did have some influence.) I was so happy for you to get recognized at GTC. That was a first for the Players to compete at that level and it makes us all proud that you received that medal. We just all hope that you find it. Thank you.
Gray: Sometimes you see somebody in the hall and think, "That kid has what I am looking for." You definitely became the Ratcatcher and I appreciate you being such a great sport with the hair and makeup. I hope that you had a good time and will continue to work with the players.
Dylan: I am very pleased with your work as the Nazi. I was worried at first and I really did not give you a lot of direction. You took what I did give and you made the part yours. What I am most pleased with is that you showed me that you can do character and I may have some plans for that. We will see. Get in shape for wrestling, and don't suck! I am sure that you will have quite the cheer section with this crew.
Julia: Thank you for your hard work on this role. Helga was a stretch for you but you worked hard and you pulled it off beautifully. I am sorry that it took so long to get your costume. I know that had to suck.
Antuan: Thanks for being such a good sport about getting your part cut. If you remember, it was you that was first cast as the Ratcatcher. I had another idea but decided against it. I am pleased with your work in the show and your presence in class as well. I wish that you could have gotten involved with us sooner.
Elizabeth: Wow. (beat, beat) Wow. I am so pleased with your performance in Kindertransport. I know that I did not give you much direction during the rehearsal process but it seems that you had a very clear vision of what Evelyn was and how I wanted her portrayed. I think that you got robbed at GTC for not being recognized. We should have had three in the All Star cast! You bring such a great attitude to everything we do and I thank you for that. Thank you too for liking the show from the beginning. It takes some actors a while to catch on to the literary value of the pieces I choose.
Abby: This show really show off how versatile of an actor you are. What was most impressive was watching you grow into Lil. It was an effort that I actually felt like I coached you through. You really did not need much help from me in the past with other parts. It was a real treat to watch you get better and better with the character as the rehearsals progressed. A lot of people were surprised at GTC that you did not win the top prize. (Best Actress) Lil gave you a new realm of looking at movement and voice and it was this avenue that I wanted you to go down to grow as an actor. This will be important for you in future shows. Thanks so much for your effort.
Bethany: I had been waiting a long time for a voice like yours in that theater. I had not had it in a long time. The kids responded to you and you knew the script better than anyone involved; even me, but that was not to hard. You really executed what I wanted very well and it showed. It was a difficult show to do and you really demonstrated a peer leadership that has gone unprecedented until now. You allowed me to vent and assisted me when I needed you to be on top of things. Thanks so much.
This will probably be an ongoing post (as I want to touch on all of your efforts) but I will start with the underclassman cast and go up.
Samantha: Wow. Eva finally arrived. It only took right up to show but I knew that you would deliver. There were moments that I thought you would never "get" it, but once you stopped thinking about the role so much and just let it happen, there were moments were you truly were magical. Thank you for your hard work and commitment to "Eva".
Morgan: The right decision. It sometimes takes a person three auditions to get a part. I pat myself on the back for that one, (although Abby and Liz did have some influence.) I was so happy for you to get recognized at GTC. That was a first for the Players to compete at that level and it makes us all proud that you received that medal. We just all hope that you find it. Thank you.
Gray: Sometimes you see somebody in the hall and think, "That kid has what I am looking for." You definitely became the Ratcatcher and I appreciate you being such a great sport with the hair and makeup. I hope that you had a good time and will continue to work with the players.
Dylan: I am very pleased with your work as the Nazi. I was worried at first and I really did not give you a lot of direction. You took what I did give and you made the part yours. What I am most pleased with is that you showed me that you can do character and I may have some plans for that. We will see. Get in shape for wrestling, and don't suck! I am sure that you will have quite the cheer section with this crew.
Julia: Thank you for your hard work on this role. Helga was a stretch for you but you worked hard and you pulled it off beautifully. I am sorry that it took so long to get your costume. I know that had to suck.
Antuan: Thanks for being such a good sport about getting your part cut. If you remember, it was you that was first cast as the Ratcatcher. I had another idea but decided against it. I am pleased with your work in the show and your presence in class as well. I wish that you could have gotten involved with us sooner.
Elizabeth: Wow. (beat, beat) Wow. I am so pleased with your performance in Kindertransport. I know that I did not give you much direction during the rehearsal process but it seems that you had a very clear vision of what Evelyn was and how I wanted her portrayed. I think that you got robbed at GTC for not being recognized. We should have had three in the All Star cast! You bring such a great attitude to everything we do and I thank you for that. Thank you too for liking the show from the beginning. It takes some actors a while to catch on to the literary value of the pieces I choose.
Abby: This show really show off how versatile of an actor you are. What was most impressive was watching you grow into Lil. It was an effort that I actually felt like I coached you through. You really did not need much help from me in the past with other parts. It was a real treat to watch you get better and better with the character as the rehearsals progressed. A lot of people were surprised at GTC that you did not win the top prize. (Best Actress) Lil gave you a new realm of looking at movement and voice and it was this avenue that I wanted you to go down to grow as an actor. This will be important for you in future shows. Thanks so much for your effort.
Bethany: I had been waiting a long time for a voice like yours in that theater. I had not had it in a long time. The kids responded to you and you knew the script better than anyone involved; even me, but that was not to hard. You really executed what I wanted very well and it showed. It was a difficult show to do and you really demonstrated a peer leadership that has gone unprecedented until now. You allowed me to vent and assisted me when I needed you to be on top of things. Thanks so much.
Saturday, November 8, 2008
WOW!!
so guys as stage manager for Kindertransport I was honestly expecting the worse after the first rehearsal...i wanted to have the best thoughts about it but i had my doubts...you guys all turned my thoughts around in a 360 degree turn:] i have fallen in love with the play and with you guys as well...even though we didn't win you guys we didi AMAZING at GTC!! and it was also one of my FAV shows to do...it made me appreciate the art of theatre more than i could've ever expected..thanks for making my last region piece SO memorable! just like julia said i also have grown to love each and everyone of you guys as my own famliy..and thanks goes ALL to you coach hill for putting together such a masterpiece that allowed us to make it so far:] we all love you to death:] and one last thing guys i'm sorry i had to cuss and yell to get my point across but think about it do you think practice would've been so much fun;]lol can't wait till opening of True Magic...the year's just begun!
love always,
your sm♥
love always,
your sm♥
True Magic
Hey guys. So today I was trying to think of fundraisers or ways to make a little bit of money so we can have cool costumes and not have to go broke trying to get them. Here's our fundraiser idea - let me know thoughts or suggestions or anything else like that.
"Adopt an Elf"
You know how on church trips or other times people from the community "sponsor" kids by donating money for causes? That's sort of what adopt-an-elf would be like (if Coach Chunn approves it..fingers crossed). However, instead of keeping all of the money we get donated to us, we would donate half to a charity we can decide on as a cast. If each person in the cast asked 10 people to donate $10 by sponsoring them and our charity, we would make around $1200. (Leaving the Patriot Players with $600 which would be amazing!) It wouldn't take all that much or very long to raise the money. Especially around this time of year, people are willing to give for a good cause. (Well, hopefully.)
Think you guys are up for it? I really want to know what you all think about it, so let me know.
Also.. to cast of Kindertransport. When I heard we were going to do a show about the Holocaust, I had doubts due to the seriousness of the content and the audiences' reactions. But, you guys really made it amazing. I had so much fun developing characters, getting to know you all better, and even making a few inside jokes along the way. We took a show on 60(?) pages of paper and really brought it to life and effected our audiences. Though its hopefully not my last show with you, you really made my last one act special.. and I'm not just saying that. Thanks for everything, I love you all.
Think you guys are up for it? I really want to know what you all think about it, so let me know.
Also.. to cast of Kindertransport. When I heard we were going to do a show about the Holocaust, I had doubts due to the seriousness of the content and the audiences' reactions. But, you guys really made it amazing. I had so much fun developing characters, getting to know you all better, and even making a few inside jokes along the way. We took a show on 60(?) pages of paper and really brought it to life and effected our audiences. Though its hopefully not my last show with you, you really made my last one act special.. and I'm not just saying that. Thanks for everything, I love you all.
Thursday, November 6, 2008
Another year...
well, its been a year
a LONG year
[it was a big bus]
i can VIVIDLY remember my first day coming in as the only freshman in drama and not exactly being the most popular person in the room. ahem ahem. but i worked hard and put up with the obstacles [ie. being ''zero" for a considerable period of time] and i, im my opinion, proved myself. i auditioned for every show and for the most part, got a role. But not getting a role didnt stop me, i mean come on i did get the Slideshow awesomeness award haha.
But i can honestly say even though there has been a lot of drama in drama, we are a family. we are quick to defend one another and be there when were needed. they say there is no relationship like the players on a field, but were just players on the stage, no difference. Being a patriot player has been one of the most fullfilling and memorable experiences of my life. every memory made and every person met are just bricks to the foundations of our lives. It's going faster than we think and before we know it. we'll all be in different states going to different schools living completely seperate lives and we WILL miss this. i know i will. we'll miss the stupid sayings [STUPID AAAHH BITT!!] the stank feet in the 'dressing room' haha NOT. the random conversations in the classrooms and car rides. and of course all the awards and trophies. But honestly i think that the one thing we will miss the most is the familiarity of each other. how comfortable we are to just be ourselves. and we really do owe that to Co' Hill, he's the best lol. he has taught us so much and not just about acting. he may fly off the handle at times but come on, he is the only teacher that will actually listen to us and give us advice and let us vent. he shows concern and i think thats why we all show so much concern for each other. so thank you coach, for showing us what it is to be a family, even though none of us are related lol.
but this was a really long blog.
basically all im saying is that im honored to say that im a patriot player. im proud to call all of you my family.
i love you guys
wouldnt trade you for the world :)
a LONG year
[it was a big bus]
i can VIVIDLY remember my first day coming in as the only freshman in drama and not exactly being the most popular person in the room. ahem ahem. but i worked hard and put up with the obstacles [ie. being ''zero" for a considerable period of time] and i, im my opinion, proved myself. i auditioned for every show and for the most part, got a role. But not getting a role didnt stop me, i mean come on i did get the Slideshow awesomeness award haha.
But i can honestly say even though there has been a lot of drama in drama, we are a family. we are quick to defend one another and be there when were needed. they say there is no relationship like the players on a field, but were just players on the stage, no difference. Being a patriot player has been one of the most fullfilling and memorable experiences of my life. every memory made and every person met are just bricks to the foundations of our lives. It's going faster than we think and before we know it. we'll all be in different states going to different schools living completely seperate lives and we WILL miss this. i know i will. we'll miss the stupid sayings [STUPID AAAHH BITT!!] the stank feet in the 'dressing room' haha NOT. the random conversations in the classrooms and car rides. and of course all the awards and trophies. But honestly i think that the one thing we will miss the most is the familiarity of each other. how comfortable we are to just be ourselves. and we really do owe that to Co' Hill, he's the best lol. he has taught us so much and not just about acting. he may fly off the handle at times but come on, he is the only teacher that will actually listen to us and give us advice and let us vent. he shows concern and i think thats why we all show so much concern for each other. so thank you coach, for showing us what it is to be a family, even though none of us are related lol.
but this was a really long blog.
basically all im saying is that im honored to say that im a patriot player. im proud to call all of you my family.
i love you guys
wouldnt trade you for the world :)
lame excuse to not post something..
i have nothing to say in here except you made me stay up to find out you were going to post and post about not posting the post.
jerk! haha.
jerk! haha.
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
I Changed My Mind
I was going to post a little something going into competition on Friday but when I checked and saw that no one has posted or left a comment in like.....EVER, I decided I would wait until someone DOES finally post.
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