Hurry, hurry!! I just discovered this wonderful blog hop full of inspiring ideas for SU! Designer Series papers! Here is a link to stop #4  http://burninrubber-anotherstampblog.blogspot.com/ - so go check it out – you only have until tomorrow! 

Everyday I look through my list of fav’s … and think … I should post something! Then I get busy … and start all over again! I have new things to post that I’ve created but been too lazy to take pics of …. *sigh*…. 

We just had a costume parade for Sylvia … so fun figuring out what to wear, when to wear it and if there is enough time to change between times on stage! Everything is coming together! The set is transforming into my character’s apartment in Manhattan and I have transformed into a school teacher in her 50s. (I’m still clinging to 30s- ha!) 

I’ve enjoyed working with my fellow actors and now that we are off book – the real fun can begin … movement and reaction! Becoming that person -or dog – if you are Sylvia! Anyway, if you live in my area – come see the play! Check out the Evergreen Playhouse website on my sidebar for more information! 

-Melinda

So I am part of the cast for Sylvia at the Evergreen Playhouse.  And I am so excited to be a part of it! Apart from loving stage time .. cuz I love to be on stage – I am making new friends and catching up with old ones! We have a small cast with this one and already my rehearsals have been fun! My friend playing the dog is hilarious and I can’t wait to see how our “characters” develop! I don’t know why I keep myself away from the stage …. I just feel so alive when I’m there!

After another successful run at the Evergreen Playhouse with “The Physician In Spite Of Himself” by Moliere, I am already shifting gears to my projects-in-waiting! Several things are happening at once – it’s that time of year to jury in with ARTrails, the CAFTA auction is gearing up, my commission piece for a fellow artist is coming together …..

***breathe**** My son is turning 10 years old in March!!!! Wow!!! That’s a priority right now …. he’s so amazing to me – growing and transforming before my eyes! Actually both my kids are amazing - 

This post is all about rambling ….. my house is a clutter of chaos (which is usually the case) and I’m attempting to sort it all out! Ha! We’ll see … hmmm, what else? Yes, I have several new designs of jewelry I am working on … need to post the pics! 

Hey – if you are local to my area – come audition for the next production “Sylvia” at the EP – Feb. 23 & 24th from 7pm to …. I’ll be there!! Have a great day -M

“The Physician In Spite Of Himself ” by Moliere opened last night to an intimate and fun crowd at the playhouse. After weeks of rehearsal and preparation, we were finally able to place the “laughter” only an audience can bring to a show. Overall, it was enjoyable and fun to present this comedy! The kids were the highlight between scenes with their signs to the audience. 

I think the best experience of all was in breaking through the fourth wall and directly communicating with the individuals in the seats! My mom told me later it was different but she really enjoyed that aspect of the play. I think with a full house, this will be quite an experience for the audience. 

So – all the costumes are done and everyone looks fabulous – and I can move forward to other projects waiting patiently to be started! -Mel

The kids and I are getting ready for The Physician In Spite of Himself by Moliere. It’s a wonderful comedy with great costumes and lots of energy! Jacob and Elina get to change the scenes with signs between acts. I have been very busy working on women’s costumes and learning my part. Great fun! 

We had our first run through last night – with costumes that were complete. The kids were great! I love being able to share the theatre experience with them. So opening night is Jan. 30th!!!! Showtime is 8pm at the Evergreen Playhouse! 

Back to the sewing machine! ……

Happy New Year to all!! This has been quite a year and looks like many challenges are ahead for 2009. I am looking forward to new adventures and experiences and wish the best to all! -Melinda

Yikes, my last post was from Halloween! I am catching up here …. now that Festival of Trees is done, I am working on my Christmas gifts for this year and getting ready to start rehearsals! This production will be especially fun b/c both my kids are helping with the production! The play is at my local community theatre – Evergreen Playhouse and this one is going to be a new experience for me. This play, “The Physician In Spite Of Himself” by Moliere, is a farce and the stage is very simple – leaving it all up to the actors! What I’m really excited about is the opportunity to break the “wall” and reach out to the audience! Fun!!!

The kids really enjoyed themselves this year. Jacob wanted to be Dracula and Elina was a good/bad witch – so half her face was green and half was white. I just love the colors in the tree during this time of year. This is a rambling entry – Auntie Julie joined us this year for trick or treating downtown … it was a great time!