We made it through our opening night performance without a hitch. It was a far better show than yesterday's and probably the best it has ever been. A few lines weren't word perfect but that was the worst of it. We had plenty of fun back stage as well. Each night we have a "guest actor" who is responsible for putting out these placards with the name of the setting on them, just like the girls who carry around the "round one" signs at a boxing match. This evening it was Kim Mercatante. That lady is hilarious on and off stage.
The small spaced was filled with fifty six audience members leaving only one or two seats empty. The body heat from the spectators made the room much warmer tonight. They were generous with their laughter which was very welcomed.
A gentleman approached me after the show to offer a compliment. He said that he appreciated that i played my character a bit more "straight" in a show that was otherwise a bit over the top. I could take this as i just wasn't as funny as everyone else, but i think he has a point. We did add a lot of shtick into the show to make it entertaining even if you can't understand the language. He thanked me for letting some of the Shakespeare shine through.
Despite the lack of a formal reception, some of the Heritage board members did bring in champagne and chocolate chips cookies. Rather than going out to The Cottage afterward, i've come straight home because i'm starting to feel a bit under the weather. My throat feels a bit sore and i'm producing more snot than usual. I hope that a good night's rest will help me feel better tomorrow.
Posted by Matthew at October 7, 2004 11:16 PM