Tech: Day One

All the elements were gathered last night: Zach was back with the live music (and a nifty new sound system); the set was complete and ready for paint; the lights had been set; the costumes were done and looked smart; and most of the props were there.

The tension I'd felt over the weekend was washed away thanks to two people in particular. Our artistic director, Tom Eubanks, jumped into the role of producer full steam and took ownership of several items. The best part about it is I can't remember what those items were: he owns them now so I can focus on doing last minute tweaks. Next up, Leana Bowman, our board president stepped up and offered to paint the set: not help us paint the set on Tuesday night, mind you, but to paint THE WHOLE SET on Tuesday during the day. I was so taken aback, I instictively tried to talk her out of it, but the tenacious person she was, she persisted and took ownership of it. Again, one last MAJOR component that I don't have to worry about.

So, do you want to see my list of items left to handle? It's exhasperatingly short:

• Put a handle on the pope window so Sarah can retract it easily (heavy duty velcro)
• Finish Sr. Mary Annette (today at lunch)
• Print photos & logo for cast board (go to RiteAid or Kinko's and print them out)
• Print reimbursement forms for cast crew for props/costumes purchased
• Make a fake fruitcake (Home Depot and some HILTI foam or Good Stuff)
• Pick up the Russian/Winky hats (at storage)

Yup, that's it. Freaky, huh?

- Sean