...and what a journey it's been, both professionally and personally. Since my move back to RI last August, I have been preparing for these past two months of auditions. Four major trips to New York (3x), Chicago, smaller trips to Cambridge and Providence provided adventure away from smalltown Bristol, as well as opportunity to audition for some of the best directors and teachers at MFA Acting programs across the nation. Some were personal successes, others not so much. And whether I am accepted into a grad program this year, or apply again next year, life goes on, I will continue to act. I have learned much about myself, my audition fears and what stands in my way from succeeding (it's usually my self-critic who decides she's invited into the audition room). It's been a great opportunity to learn a half dozen new monologues with the guidance of Bob Colonna, who plays my father in upcoming" The Voysey Inheritance". It's a relief and accomplishment to have completed this process!
Yesterday, I embellished my normal 2 monologue (classical/contemporary) routine with a trombone/vocal arrangement of "Hit Me w/a Hot Note". It earned me an end-of-the day callback at the experimental Columbia University program! I would like to continue incorporating my instruments into future performances... perhaps a recital or cabaret to come this summer... depending on the grad school results.
On the bus ride back to Providence now. About to embark on final two weeks of rehearsal for my professional RI theater debut; "The Voysey Inheritance" at 2nd Story Theater in Warren. It promises to be an intelligent production... Pretty dresses, a wealthy family and a Ponzi Scheme... talented cast and director!
What: THE VOYSEY INHERITANCE by Harley Granville-Barker, adapted by David Mamet
Where: 2nd Story Theater, Warren RI
When: March & April
Details at www.2ndstorytheater.com
