Half Done

On 9 May we are half way through the performances of Sound of Music. The audiences are loving it and each seating is more than 80% sold out!! For each of the 40+ actors there are at least 2 others behind the scenes working to ensure it all comes together smoothly and on time. With the intermission, it runs about 3 hours each performance.

My job now is repairing what gets torn or broken. I sit in the back hallway near a changing room. I am the only one not running around, in a hurry or practicing lines or music. It seems that I offer a moment of calm in the midst of the storms, and the occasional neck and shoulder massage.

Since no 2 productions are the same, there is lots to learn, and to pay attention to. The actors work hard at remembering their lines, timing and positioning on the stage. I expect by the last performance we will have it all organized and smooth.

This has been a good way to meet and get to know people I wouldn't meet otherwise. Miriam and Rachel are helping with the costume changing for the girls. Eric helps out when he can, but his classes on Sat. come at times when we have performances.

Some cast members live out our way so we are able to have rides to and from the theatre. This is a huge blessing since going by matatu would involve about an hour each way and at least 2 route changes, if we could even find one after 10:30 at night when we are done.

As a treat on Saturday the girls and I went to eat Indian food between the performances. The food was fast and very tasty. We will do it again next week. Have to try out some other dishes. But we know the chicken curry and chicken and goat byranis were excellent.