Well, it’s not as new as it might be – I began this writing diary in late October while gearing up for National Novel Writing month. There were daily posts through November and regular ones now in January. The writing diary is a good form of accountability as I record what I’m learning and...
I have the privilege of directing a brand-new musical written and composed for full orchestra by my friend Joseph S. Fuoco. Rehearsal began in November while I was working on Nanowrimo, and is moving along very well. This week we got a better rehearsal space, one of the stages we will be performing on...
Well, the workshop was intimate and memorable. Jeff Hyslop is a welcoming and approachable person with a lot to give. From learning about ‘don’t neglect the floor’, ‘stay neutral, you are enough’ and ‘earning gestures’ to him showing me how to ‘reveal the moment’ to the audience rather than performing it, it was a...
Even as I prepare for Nanowrimo, many theatrical opportunities are knocking at my door. The one I’m currently taking advantage of is a full day workshop with Canadian legend, Jeff Hyslop. Many are familiar with him for his work as the Phantom in Phantom of the Opera, but I watched him on a kids...