Its crazy to think that this is the final week of shows. Its honestly gone by extremely fast, and I feel like we just left Boston. And even then it feels like I just left KC for Boston. Its been quite a roller coaster, but honestly probably the best experience thus far in my stage management career.
This whole process, and the touring life has been such a learning experience for me, that I definitely can see myself doing it again (and soon hopefully!) I've learned so much about myself, my leadership skills, and my stage management skills. Doing 5 shows a week, plus in different venues for every show has been a great challenge, and has really taught me what a stage manager really has to do.
Its been tough somedays. Especially those first two weeks were probably the hardest weeks i've had in my career, but it has shown that I can get through anything as long as I work hard, and show that I want it. And its been even harder lately when all some of us want to do is be with family around the holidays.
These last three shows I just need to remember to not let time get ahead of me, and really enjoy being around everyone. That will probably be the hardest part is leaving all these wonderful people.
Sunday, December 20, 2015
Sunday, December 6, 2015
2.5 Weeks Left...
It's crazy to think that with everything that has happened, its almost over. We have 2 1/2 weeks left on tour, and its definitely bittersweet. As much as I am ready to be back home (Chicago), and to be back with my little nugget Gus, its definitely going to be weird and sad to leave everyone.
Since September I have basically only been around these 7 people (well during rehearsals 8 to count the director). In my opinion, we have definitely become a family. At times we definitely want to kill each other, or get extremely annoyed. But for most of the time, we have been a family. We are all so unique with what we each bring to this family. I honestly could name who in our family is which member of the family, and at one or two times we have called each of us mom or the weird uncle. Its going to be weird going back to Kansas City, and not seeing these crazies everyday. No more waking up at the crack of day, tired, and have to unload a truck every morning. Having to put up the set, set up the lights, and get everything else together. Not seeing each one of them shine on stage, and making all the children in the audience laugh and cheer crazily at the end. I need to remind my self everyday to not count down the days, and to spend as much time as possible in these cities and around this crazy, lovable family we have had.
Its definitely been a fun, crazy, and wild ride on our tour.
Since September I have basically only been around these 7 people (well during rehearsals 8 to count the director). In my opinion, we have definitely become a family. At times we definitely want to kill each other, or get extremely annoyed. But for most of the time, we have been a family. We are all so unique with what we each bring to this family. I honestly could name who in our family is which member of the family, and at one or two times we have called each of us mom or the weird uncle. Its going to be weird going back to Kansas City, and not seeing these crazies everyday. No more waking up at the crack of day, tired, and have to unload a truck every morning. Having to put up the set, set up the lights, and get everything else together. Not seeing each one of them shine on stage, and making all the children in the audience laugh and cheer crazily at the end. I need to remind my self everyday to not count down the days, and to spend as much time as possible in these cities and around this crazy, lovable family we have had.
Its definitely been a fun, crazy, and wild ride on our tour.
Tuesday, December 1, 2015
New York, New York
Oh New York, what a great weekend. For my first time in New York City, it was much needed and a perfect weekend. I have to say weather wise, I probably got the last great weekend where it was sunny, 60 degrees, and beautiful to walk around Central Park in.
For having only a few days in NYC, I have to say I did good, and got to see A LOT of the city. The first day I got in, I honestly stayed around my friends work place while I waited for her to get off. I went over to Macys where I watched them get ready for the parade. The "Believe" sign is seriously so much bigger than I thought it would be. And the whole area where they set up is much bigger, the TV really does make it seem so much smaller. After that I went over to Times Square, and tried for my first of four attempts to get to see "Hamilton." I never won, big shocker since there were probably around 500 people each time I tried for one of the 20 lottery tickets.
Even though I was bummed I couldn't be home for Thanksgiving, getting to spend it with my friend's friend family was probably one of the highlights of my trip. That morning we woke up at the crack of dawn to head down to the Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade. We didn't realize it till it was too late that we were in a quiet zone for the parade. We got to see everything, but just didn't hear the bands and everything perform.
The next day was my big day of exploring the city. I honestly didn't expect the 9/11 memorial to be like it was. Even though I didn't make it into the museum (line was ridiculous) it was kind of shocking seeing how it was and where it all happened. After that I tried for Hamilton again, big surprise I did not win. Then I ventured up towards the Upper East Side. Seriously, those streets and buildings are gorgeous. If I could live anywhere in NYC I would choose that area in a heart beat. And with the 60 degrees, and sun out it was the perfect day to walk around Central Park and sit on the steps of the Met.
Later that evening, I won the lottery for "School of Rock". The show is still in previews and opens in about a week. I was honestly surprised with how much I loved it. The kids stole the show and were probably the best ones up there. The show itself was very good, and would highly recommend it for anyone. What was probably the best part, was being 10 feet away from Andrew Lloyd Webber and Laurence Connor.
Saturday, me and Claire woke up early and got rush tickets for "Finding Neverland". After that I finally got the chance to see the skyline from the Brooklyn Bridge. I honestly didn't realize how big of a skyline the city is, and how far it goes. After that we headed back to the theatre, and I probably cried throughout the show at least 5 times. The show deserved recognition during last years Tony Awards because it was honestly beautiful. I was lucky where only 1 or 2 of the ensemble were out. To be completely honest though, and i'm not sure if Matthew Morrison was sick, but I wish he had given more to his character. But otherwise I really hope this show sticks around.
This weekend was the kind of break I needed after the past few crazy months, and getting to see friends in New York was such a nice break. After seeing all this, I hope one day (soon!) I can make my move to NYC. Maybe my soon to be new home?!
For having only a few days in NYC, I have to say I did good, and got to see A LOT of the city. The first day I got in, I honestly stayed around my friends work place while I waited for her to get off. I went over to Macys where I watched them get ready for the parade. The "Believe" sign is seriously so much bigger than I thought it would be. And the whole area where they set up is much bigger, the TV really does make it seem so much smaller. After that I went over to Times Square, and tried for my first of four attempts to get to see "Hamilton." I never won, big shocker since there were probably around 500 people each time I tried for one of the 20 lottery tickets.
Even though I was bummed I couldn't be home for Thanksgiving, getting to spend it with my friend's friend family was probably one of the highlights of my trip. That morning we woke up at the crack of dawn to head down to the Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade. We didn't realize it till it was too late that we were in a quiet zone for the parade. We got to see everything, but just didn't hear the bands and everything perform.
The next day was my big day of exploring the city. I honestly didn't expect the 9/11 memorial to be like it was. Even though I didn't make it into the museum (line was ridiculous) it was kind of shocking seeing how it was and where it all happened. After that I tried for Hamilton again, big surprise I did not win. Then I ventured up towards the Upper East Side. Seriously, those streets and buildings are gorgeous. If I could live anywhere in NYC I would choose that area in a heart beat. And with the 60 degrees, and sun out it was the perfect day to walk around Central Park and sit on the steps of the Met.
Later that evening, I won the lottery for "School of Rock". The show is still in previews and opens in about a week. I was honestly surprised with how much I loved it. The kids stole the show and were probably the best ones up there. The show itself was very good, and would highly recommend it for anyone. What was probably the best part, was being 10 feet away from Andrew Lloyd Webber and Laurence Connor.
Saturday, me and Claire woke up early and got rush tickets for "Finding Neverland". After that I finally got the chance to see the skyline from the Brooklyn Bridge. I honestly didn't realize how big of a skyline the city is, and how far it goes. After that we headed back to the theatre, and I probably cried throughout the show at least 5 times. The show deserved recognition during last years Tony Awards because it was honestly beautiful. I was lucky where only 1 or 2 of the ensemble were out. To be completely honest though, and i'm not sure if Matthew Morrison was sick, but I wish he had given more to his character. But otherwise I really hope this show sticks around.
This weekend was the kind of break I needed after the past few crazy months, and getting to see friends in New York was such a nice break. After seeing all this, I hope one day (soon!) I can make my move to NYC. Maybe my soon to be new home?!
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