Hi, this is Metsy.
So good to see the photo's, glad David Bailey only chose to focus on the back of my head you really wouldn't want to see the front. Following on from what Lucy said I agree, I found Saturday so productive. I was extremely nervous because I haven't worked with actors in that capacity before.
It was really good to see Danusia in her comfort zone, and I'd like to thank Helen and Tyrone for their comments and productivity. It was really nice to see how everyone's approach was so different. For the life blood of theatre the industry needs new writers, directors, and practitioners who have something new to give, judging by what I witnessed on Saturday the future of theatre is promising. I felt part of a cohesive team and learnt so much from everybody.
I think I should mention the designs that Mark has produced. I would like to thank Mark for his hard work. Looking forward to Wednesday when the team can discuss this further.Thinking of setting my dates for casting. I will be directing Danny and the Deep blue Sea and need actors who would be comfortable speaking with a Bronx accent. I am keen to cast a Black or Asian actor for the role of Danny and would like a female brunette who could pass for Italian. Anyone looking on this site who can be of help get in touch ASAP.
There is a lot I don't know but you can never know too much. For me this experience is about growth and I've learnt so much in such a short space of time. I'm thrilled to be part of the Makers of Theatre festival, it's made me more couragous. And with courage I know I won't be afraid to produce work that poses questions of me and to an audience watching xx
Tuesday, 4 November 2008
Monday, 3 November 2008
A few words about Saturday 1st November ...
Well. Firstly, great to see some photos up of us in action! And my God aren't we gorgeous!
And secondly, I think we would all agree that Saturday was really productive. It gave us a chance, not only to be thrown right in at the deep end and to hone our directing skills, but also the opportunity to learn from the various approaches to directing we all have. Despite most of us all choosing the same two scenes (Danusia - you are truly unique!) it was really interesting to witness the way in which each scene turned out completely differently. I guess it just goes to show, regardless of how much or how little directing experience we all have, we all already have a very individual style.
I was scribbling like mad trying to write down all of the tips I learnt from other people, whether it be power ball, or hot seating, or working with the actors more intimately (there's so much more too that doesn't spring to mind immediately). It was all really useful stuff, so thanks.
Saturday also brought me back to basics a bit. Its really easy (and necessary) to get caught up with text analysis, and objectives, and counter objectives and obstacles and this, and that, when you're preparing for rehearsals with your text. But actually, when it boils down to it, directing is about your time with the actors and what you get done. I planned my rehearsal for Saturday, but when it came to it, a lot of my planning went out of the window, and I guess I was running on adrenalin and what came to my head at the time - and I found that really refreshing. It made me realise how important it is to work with, not only all the preparation you've done, but to work with your instinct in rehearsals. That is after all what tells you what looks right, or doesn't feel right on stage.
Without sounding too text-book, that's what I discovered on Saturday....Amen.
Luce xxx
And secondly, I think we would all agree that Saturday was really productive. It gave us a chance, not only to be thrown right in at the deep end and to hone our directing skills, but also the opportunity to learn from the various approaches to directing we all have. Despite most of us all choosing the same two scenes (Danusia - you are truly unique!) it was really interesting to witness the way in which each scene turned out completely differently. I guess it just goes to show, regardless of how much or how little directing experience we all have, we all already have a very individual style.
I was scribbling like mad trying to write down all of the tips I learnt from other people, whether it be power ball, or hot seating, or working with the actors more intimately (there's so much more too that doesn't spring to mind immediately). It was all really useful stuff, so thanks.
Saturday also brought me back to basics a bit. Its really easy (and necessary) to get caught up with text analysis, and objectives, and counter objectives and obstacles and this, and that, when you're preparing for rehearsals with your text. But actually, when it boils down to it, directing is about your time with the actors and what you get done. I planned my rehearsal for Saturday, but when it came to it, a lot of my planning went out of the window, and I guess I was running on adrenalin and what came to my head at the time - and I found that really refreshing. It made me realise how important it is to work with, not only all the preparation you've done, but to work with your instinct in rehearsals. That is after all what tells you what looks right, or doesn't feel right on stage.
Without sounding too text-book, that's what I discovered on Saturday....Amen.
Luce xxx
Sunday, 2 November 2008
Photo's from Saturday's session!
On Saturday each of The Makers Of Theatre had the opportunity to direct professional actors, Helen Worsley and Tyronne James, on a section of text from Chekov's The Three Sisters. These are a few of the photo's we took of the process:
Tash directing.
Victor filming the rehearsals (the video will be uploaded soon!)
Some of the group while observing another Maker Of Theatre directing.
Front: Leigh & Zee. Back: Sandra, Erica, Metz, Luce & Victor.
Em directing.
Sandra directing.
Leigh, Sandra & Em fully engrossed in the acting talents of Tyronne & Helen!
Metz directing.
Leigh taking extra photo's (to be uploaded soon!)
Leigh, Zee, Luce, Tash & Victor.
Some of the group again. Front: Leigh, Zee, Luce. Back: Sandra & Danusia.
Danusia directing.
Tyronne & Helen acting.
Tash directing.
Victor filming the rehearsals (the video will be uploaded soon!)
Some of the group while observing another Maker Of Theatre directing.
Front: Leigh & Zee. Back: Sandra, Erica, Metz, Luce & Victor.
Em directing.
Sandra directing.
Leigh, Sandra & Em fully engrossed in the acting talents of Tyronne & Helen!
Metz directing.
Leigh taking extra photo's (to be uploaded soon!)
Leigh, Zee, Luce, Tash & Victor.
Some of the group again. Front: Leigh, Zee, Luce. Back: Sandra & Danusia.
Danusia directing.
Tyronne & Helen acting.
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