In excelsis cole slaw

Saturday's performance at the Clarkesville Chamber of Commerce Christmas Bazaar was a learning experience. The sound system was lousy. Elizabeth, Courtney and I had trouble hearing our accompaniment track many a time. And there was lots of ambient noise in the place. At one point during a pause in Courtney's lovely Magnificat solo, in which she expresses Mary's angst at being the chosen one, I heard the barbecue vendor nearby yelling, "Cole slaw! Potato salad! Baked beans!" It didn't exactly enhance the music! Would I do it again? Yes, I say--without missing a beat. The more I sing the more I understand that you can study and practice your tail off , but the performance is when the real learning happens. I know as a result of Saturday's experience, my next performance will be better. I do hope, however, that no one is selling barbecue there.

What was your most harrowing performing experience?

Always nice to get these post-show notes

Hey all -

Congratulations again on a terrific show last night.  You were all a delight to work with, and we made yet another self-repairing ensemble that rolled with the punches and came up with an outstanding event to give to the people of Snacooch.

We’re looking at dates for Late Night Off-Center 2011, so start thinking now about what kind of madness we might want to offer in the spring...

Cheers

Lisa

Are we having fun yet? Don't.

I made the mistake this evening of saying I was having fun during rehearsals for Late Night Off-Center next Thursday. Our director replied, "It's not time to have fun yet. You can  have fun when it's over. For now, focus on breathing and singing." I know exactly what she means, and admire her for saying it. After all, she is the only person I know who sang and danced--and even had a speaking role--in a Broadway show. So yes, I listen and learn. Being out there singing and dancing (elementary steps, granted) takes concentration, but woe to you if you look like you are concentrating. Whew. It's a tall challenge. More later after our performance next week!