Emily's Blog

It's Wednesday

2006-04-26T13:34:20Z

This last week has been going very quickly. I have gotten most of my work done, it's been easier than I thought. The list for Stop Kiss went up this week, I was not cast. But Congrats fellow blogger Jessica. Of course I am disappointed, I thought I did really well. I think I could've done great in that cast and learned a lot. There are still Anne Frank auditions in the fall though, let's hope those go better.

I wanted to go to some other outside auditions Monday but I couldn't because of work. I hate being on call for work because I can never plan anything. I didn't sign up to audition for this other place because of my on call shift and then I didn't even work. I missed out! I have to figure something out with this job, I never seem to get the days off I need.

This Saturday is our Casting Hall Picnic, we are trying something new and outdoor more relaxed event. I know people like to dress up, but we are a social organization and we need to have fun. So we are doing a daytime picnic. I think it will go well. I hope everyone comes. The sign up sheet is on the Casting Hall Board in the Donald Savage building if anyone is interested.

Last Monday of Classes

2006-04-24T13:29:40Z

Today is the last Monday of classes, it is the last spring semester Monday I will ever have!!! Wow! The dance concert was this weekend. It was good, I really like Gerry Trentham's piece "momentum," not just because some of my friends were in it, but it was good. There were fabulous images in the piece, with the movement and the lighting. I have to write a paper on the show later, I better start thinking about what I want to write.

I have my big costume design project due today. I was not up too late finishing it. I think my project looks good, I just do not know what to say about my designs. Usually I have stories or lots of research, I have stuff, but I feel like I do not have enough. It's really strange.

The weather is not looking up and we are supposed to have our picnic this weekend. I may have to try and arrange something else. I knew this may not be a good idea.

Another Day

2006-04-19T16:59:01Z

Today is going well. The sun is out and that cheers everyone up. I had an interesting day. I had a great talk this morning and may attempt to write my own critiqes on movies or shows. I think that is something I would be great at. I am a pretty good writer and I can use my knowledge of many areas of theater. We will see how it goes. I have to go to class soon and work on a scene. I ran my lines quickly, but there some spots I do not know well. The transitions between sections are difficult. They do not always make sense. Also, I repeat a lot of the same phrases and it is hard to know what order I say the lines in. I think that I know the lines better than i think. i also believe that this scene works really well if I listen. The lines make sense if I just listen to what my partner says.

Easter Weekend

2006-04-16T22:06:45Z

I am at home for Easter sunday today. It's kind of like getting a little break, but not really. I remembered that I get to register today at midnight for next semester. I am excited I just hope I can get into the classes I need! Registering gets some what easier as the years go on, because you get to register early, but it still gets me nervous and stressed. I worked out a real nice schedule for next semester and i want to get into everything. That athletes and honors people get to register first. I kind of understand that reasoning, but at the same time theater majors do a lot of outside work as well. We spend weeks rehearsing and have little time for work or play. I dunno. Everyone should be on a level playing field. Biology majors are busy as well. I guess that is just my opinion.
so HAPPY REGISTERING everyone!

Bright and Early

2006-04-11T14:16:17Z

Another day of school and I am here bright and early. I finished two more items on my to do list, so I feel pretty good. The weather is great today which only means one thing....the temptation to skip class. It's going to be in the sixties today! My costume design class is cancelled tomorrow, I really should get up in the morning and do research, but I will get the chance to sleep in!!!

I have a new project to add to my list. It is in my movement class. Not only do we have to perform a scene. We know have an ensemble element project. But it is pretty cool because we get to perform it anywhere on campus. My group is water and we have chosen to use the area around and in the empty fountain in the quad. It is a lot of work getting everyone together, but I think it will turn out good in the end.

Countdown to summer..................... 24 DAYS!!!!!!!

I can check something off my list

2006-04-10T13:35:13Z

Last week I made a list of everything that I must do for the rest of the semester. Not just schoolwork, but personal things as well. I just got to check a big thing off my list. I finished my paper for advanced movement. I talked to Gerry and he allowed me to extend the deadline. I like have professors who understand that life doesn't always allow us to get things done on time. Also, I have so many things due at the same time. That is what happens at the end of the year. Everything begins to come to a close and we have to finish all those things that we hadn't been doing during the rest of the semester. It is nerve wracking to be this close to the end of my college career.

I had advising the other day and Donna McCarthy told me that I will be able to graduate next semester!!! Exciting!!! and slighty frightening!!!

Going Strong

2006-04-05T13:28:23Z

I am getting much of my work done, but I do need to keep pushing myself. The weather is getting better and here in Buffalo that doesn't last too long. Therefore, I want to be out in the sun and not in library. That is the hardest part of going to school here. We want to enjoy the nice weather we get, but there are priorities. There is lots of excitement brewing around here, I think. Now there is lots of graduation talk, talk of the future and other activities happening. We have a thursday series this week. It is a play written by two students so if anyone is interested come see it! Thursday 12:15 in the theater arts building.

Also some of my friends are in another play downtown, which is also written by a student. That should be good, except that one costs $8 and around here $8 is hard to find. I am spending much more than I am making. Rule number one of college...DON'T GET A CREDIT CARD!!! I didn't have one until a few months ago and now I have debt. It is not extreme, but it is a lot and I hate not being able to pay it all off. So there you have it, a little advice from your friend Emily.

Masterclass

2006-03-30T13:40:18Z

It is Thursday and it will be an unusual day. We have masterclasses with the tours that come to Shea's Performing Arts Center. Generally, this happens on Friday afternoons. Well, on short notice it was changed to today at Bengal Pause. I was asked to sing, which I love doing, but I am singing to pre-recorded accompaniment. I haven't done this too much and it is difficult. There is not a lot of freedom when singing to a tape. It will be an interesting and new challenge for me. I am really nervous. I couldn't sleep well last night. It is normal to be nervous before the event, but I am not usually up all night and have a nervous stomachache. I don't know why things are different this time.

Little Shop Of Horrors

2006-03-29T13:38:36Z

Last night my friend and classmate Arianna went to see Little Shop of Horrors at Shea's Performing Arts Center. That is the theater that brings in broadway tours. I was excited to see the show, but I guess I had high expectations. The singing was great, but the acting was just good. It felt like the actors were just going through the motions. I hope it was because it was the first night. Touring is very hard and I am sure that they are tired. Their great voices made up for the weak aspects of the show. The plant was amazing. It was created by the Jim Henson company and it was...well I can't really describe it. You just have to see it for yourself. Going to see professional show is great. It reenforces everything I have learned so far. These people are the best in the business. I have to get myself to their level!

Almost Through the Week!

2006-03-29T13:33:25Z

It is Wednesday, that means I only have one more day of classes for this week. That is a good and kind of bad thing. It's bad because I have a lot of work to do and Wednesday means one more day closer the the end of the semester and I have tons of projects! The good thing is that Friday is coming and I don't have classes on Fridays! I get to relax a little. Although for some reason I always end up having to come in and work at school most of the day anyway.

There is only one show left this semester, the dance concert. People are involved with that show, but not to the extent of the others, so, everyone is looking for acting work. The summer Infringement festival is taking applications and many people are doing that. It's a great way to get out there and do work you normally wouldn't get to do. There is a possibility that I could get to perform in it, I am waiting for my friends to figure things out. I really want to act, I don't get to often. I guess people have put me into the stage management catagory. I wish that they hadn't. I have to change peoples' perception of me.

Check out the new pictures on the theater department website, they are fabulous!!

Back to School

2006-03-27T13:15:33Z

Today is the first day after spring break. (I aplogize to all of you blog readers for not writing over the week, i was not near a computer or at least one that works right!) It is always sooooo hard to get back into the groove of class when we have a week off. I have so many projects due in the next couple weeks that I don't even know where to begin. Time management is a skill that ever person should learn, or be forced to learn. I am not bad with my time, but I certainly do not always use it wisely. I even wrote a list of everything that is going on in the nect few weeks, I thought putting it on paper may help me sort it all out. Our theater professors are very understanding. I know if I talk to them about all the things I have to do, it will all work out. I just feel that I cannot put all the effort I would like into my work.

My break was not too exciting. I spent the whole break home, working or spending time with my family. They are the most important thing to me. I did not get everything done that I should have, but I was busy hanging out with my grandma and my parents. They are trying to help get me motivated, to get through the last few weeks. I believe I have caught the dreaded serioritis... and I still have another semester to go! I know in the end I will get everything accomplished, I always do.

In the Library

2006-03-14T19:37:37Z

Well, I am here writing in the library because our fabulous theater computer lab is full of people and stuff. I figured maybe I could attempt to get work done if no one was around to distract me. I don't know how well it is working, I haven't done much of anything but check my e-mail.

We had our revote for the 2006-2007 season. It was better turn out, but still not good. We voted on the season as a whole and it passed. Now the directors can begin their work and we can begin getting ready for auditions, despite the fact that they are months away. I am still frusterated with my job in casting hall and the way things have been going. I am not upset with our board, although we know the changes we must make. I am upset with everything as a whole. It bothers me that other people do not want to get involved or do not understand what we do. A lot of what the casting hall board does is not out where everyone can see. It is behind the scenes. Oh well, there is nothing I can do about it now. I am really looking forward to spring break.

It's about time for a break, I think everyone wants and needs a little time off!

It's all coming to an end

2006-03-13T15:47:40Z

Dangerous Liasons closed yesterday. I feel so much lighter today. A huge weight has been lifted from my shoulders. I can now concentrate on all the work I have neglected. Although, this means I will have to begin working more. I need the money, but I would love to have some free time. The show went well. We had a large crowds all weekend. I have kind of recovered from the rough patches we all went through last week, but I am still harboring some anger and frusteration.

I am excited because spring break is coming. I requested off work so that I can go home to my parents house and just concentrate on myself, on reading and on schoolwork. The break is only a week and I know if will go really fast, but I need that little bit of time off. I just have to get through this week without too many obstacles.

Horrible Day

2006-03-07T19:30:47Z

Today has been terrible. I can't even describe how bad it has been. Today we voted on the season for next year. And for the first time in years a show was voted down. Although, the whole thing seems kind of bogus just because not very many members were in attendance. I think we have to look at the constitution of casting hall. And how the whole process works.

The professors know what is best for us, yet we are given this choice to vote. In many ways I don't think we should vote at all. Just like any election there are uninformed voters, or ones who go against the crowd. I think though that this happening will bring around change. A change in how people look at casting hall and it will allow us to make changes in our constitution that will benefit everyone. Wow I just don't know what to say or to think. I am soooo overwhelmed.

Days Off

2006-03-06T15:31:30Z

I am soooo excited. The show opened this weekend and everything went really great. Very few technical mishaps and the actors did a great job. I am really excited because I have the next three evenings free!!! I have not had this much free time since the semester began. I really should catch up on all the work I have been putting off. But I know that I wont do it. I have lots of errands to run and lots of little things around the house and town that I can finally get done. I hope that this weekend goes just as well as last. I always worry when everyone gets time off that they wont remember lines, cues or other parts of the show.

I also hope I or anyone else gets sick. When we get down time that seems to happen. I have to keep drinking lots of juice and water. And get lots of sleep!