The last two weeks in NY were hectic, but in the best possible way. I am home now, and so here is the recap of my final two weeks (for now) in NYC.
Week 9: I got sick this week. It wasn't fun. I actually had to miss a day of work (though not rehearsal).
But on the weekend I went and saw a play that one of the Theater Mitu company members was acting in - an adaptation on the '60's movie Persona. The acting was really strong, and the storyline/script had a lot of intriguing points regarding masks, art, and identity.
Week 10: There was a wrap-up meeting where people shared moments of their summer. I was reminded once again what an amazing community I am a part of.
Went to a workshop on the play Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo with the author, Rajiv Joseph. It was interesting to see how the play sounded while being read by an ensemble cast with a mix of accents and genders. This workshop and the prep of reading the play was the first introduction I had to this author, and I like his style.
I got more comfy pants. They are wonderful. And the guy at the market remembered me, so I got a discount without having to barter.
My breakfasts all week were Jamba Juice - they had a 'Happy Hour' every morning.
We also presented the RealAD show to the admin, and to the NY Reality Show cast (who I love). I am so proud of the work we did this summer. We came together as a cast, and I think we have a show which will make an impact and help the freshman out, which is the whole point.
Goodbyes were hard, but they were also more like 'See-you-laters'.
I am happy to be home now, and seeing friends, but I am also getting excited to go back to Abu Dhabi.
<3
Week 9: I got sick this week. It wasn't fun. I actually had to miss a day of work (though not rehearsal).
But on the weekend I went and saw a play that one of the Theater Mitu company members was acting in - an adaptation on the '60's movie Persona. The acting was really strong, and the storyline/script had a lot of intriguing points regarding masks, art, and identity.
Week 10: There was a wrap-up meeting where people shared moments of their summer. I was reminded once again what an amazing community I am a part of.
Went to a workshop on the play Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo with the author, Rajiv Joseph. It was interesting to see how the play sounded while being read by an ensemble cast with a mix of accents and genders. This workshop and the prep of reading the play was the first introduction I had to this author, and I like his style.
I got more comfy pants. They are wonderful. And the guy at the market remembered me, so I got a discount without having to barter.
My breakfasts all week were Jamba Juice - they had a 'Happy Hour' every morning.
We also presented the RealAD show to the admin, and to the NY Reality Show cast (who I love). I am so proud of the work we did this summer. We came together as a cast, and I think we have a show which will make an impact and help the freshman out, which is the whole point.
Goodbyes were hard, but they were also more like 'See-you-laters'.
I am happy to be home now, and seeing friends, but I am also getting excited to go back to Abu Dhabi.
<3
