Category: theater

Why Community Theater?

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There is something special and magical about community theater. It’s an amazing conglomeration of passion, talent, and flat-out love. Community theater exists because people have a desire to act, want to try something new, and need a safe place to explore. I have been a part of community theater for at least the last 20…

We’re Off to See the Wizard

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The challenge of taking an iconic film that has shaped countless lives and turning it into something that fits the stage is no easy task. I wasn’t sure what to expect when I settled into my seat at Clowes Memorial Hall for opening night of The Wizard of Oz in Indianapolis. A quick internet search…

Review: Cirque Dreams Holidaze

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Music. Magic. Mayhem. It’s always hard to define and review a Cirque show. They are a little bit of everything – acrobatics, aerials, juggling, feats of strength, dance, music, mystery – you get the drift. They defy definition and require you to just sit back and enjoy. Much like other Cirque shows I’ve seen, Cirque…

Jersey Boys…Oh, What a Night!

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For a minute, I thought about just going back and finding my old reviews for Jersey Boys and just republishing them. Because, let’s be honest, my love for this show has not diminished since the first time I saw it come to life on stage. But, that wouldn’t be fair to this awesome cast, so…

Putting the Community in Community Theatre

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Yesterday was the last day of the Monroe County Civic Theater’s Shakespeare in the Park run of Macbeth. It was a truly great cast and a truly great experience. I had a very small part in the show, but I am still so thankful that I got to be a part of it at all!…

A to Z Challenge – A

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I’ve decided to participate in the A to Z challenge in April. I’m hoping to get far enough ahead to be able to have posts ready before life gets too hectic this month! Basically, you write a blog with each letter of the alphabet, starting with A, taking Sundays (except today) off.  While I don’t…

Digging Deep

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I am part of an acting project now that I can already tell is going to stretch me as an actor, and probably as a person. It’s something I agreed to do back in March, and am still glad I am a part of…and am amazed at the depth it’s going to pull me to,…

Through the Looking Glass

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After a month of rehearsals and countless trips looking for inexpensive costumes and carrying prop boxes around in my car, Through the Looking Glass will open Sunday at 3:00pm at the Monroe County Public Library. My first experience with the MCCT has been exciting, interesting and somewhat exhausting all at the same time. I have…

I’m In!

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So, for all of you waiting restlessly to hear whether or not I auditioned for “Through the Looking Glass,” the answer is yes! Auditions were a lot of fun. They made me realize just how much I’ve missed theater and being on stage. They also made me realize how important it is for me to…

To Audition or Not to Audition….

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….that is the question. I received an email today that says open auditions for the next MCCT production are tonight and tomorrow night at the library. Funny, considering I was going to the library tonight anyway…and i do miss acting. But I also know that one of my goals was to volunteer less this year…