Adventures in Stage Managing Day #3
So sorry for not posting last night. I was busy after the run through. We got done at 9:15 and I was in my friend's room by 9:30! Quickest run through the dance company has ever done. I didn't go home last night and slept on my friend's extra bed. We hung out for a while before sleeping which was nice cause I'm never around them anymore being as I'm in the booth and they're in the dressing rooms.
I feel sort of like a professional deligator before the show starts. I don't have much to do and wander around aimlessly making sure everything is set up and everyone is there and I've remembered all the cues. The director said I could come warm up with the dancers if I felt the need to be active before the show. I probably will do so.
Today I was exhausted and in pain. I blame it on the quick switch to an icy rain overnight. It hasn't stopped raining all day and I ended up coming home and sleeping. Hopefully the booth isn't too icy tonight.
I greatly enjoy my time as stage manager. The snarky comments from my lightboard and sound board operators are enough to keep me awake throughout the show and I don't feel too stressed. I brought the guys popcorn and cookies last night and probably will again tonight. Tonight is Dress Rehearsal which is being filmed and we're gonna rock it. Again.