No, I'm not referring to Euro 2008.... but to 'The Street Cleaner's' World Premiere! With only 9 days now till the big debut, today marked the final day of 'start and stop' rehearsing. (This is when the actors work on various scenes within the play, not necessarily in sequential order, to ensure all the intricacies within the text and blocking are exploited fully)
While the nearing of an opening night often causes great fear and trepidation in actors, the opposite is true of John and Brian. It is they who, today, suggested the next three rehearsals be in 'performance mode' (ie. without line calling or aid from the director or PA in any way).
This sits neatly with the increasing depth and quality both actors bring to each new rehearsal. I am constantly being blown away by their detailed movements and intuitive reactions. As they continue to learn to work more closely together, they also bring an added richness to the text and play. I can't wait to watch tomorrow's rehearsal!
While the nearing of an opening night often causes great fear and trepidation in actors, the opposite is true of John and Brian. It is they who, today, suggested the next three rehearsals be in 'performance mode' (ie. without line calling or aid from the director or PA in any way).
This sits neatly with the increasing depth and quality both actors bring to each new rehearsal. I am constantly being blown away by their detailed movements and intuitive reactions. As they continue to learn to work more closely together, they also bring an added richness to the text and play. I can't wait to watch tomorrow's rehearsal!
1 comment:
ah, jimmy looks exactly like i imagined him :D i'm ridiculously excited!
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