lots of camels

Don't let it be forgot
That once there was a spot
For four short weekends in North Ridgeville
Known... as... Ca...me...lot.

It seems like just yesterday we were holding auditions at Olde Towne Hall Theatre and --

No wait; no it doesn't. That was ages ago.

But here we are, 11 performances come and gone, and Camelot is but a memory. As I said previously, I didn't feel as stressed or pressed for time during this production, and I think now I know why: As music director, I had a more vested interest in Camelot than any other show I've done. I felt more dedicated and active. I was setting my own schedule, my own pace, and knew what I wanted; I wasn't just sitting at the piano being instructed what to do when. I'm told I was down-to-business during music rehearsals, which I guess is a good thing. People were surprised to see my, uh, real self at the cast parties. Who knew?

I learned much throughout this whole process, and will surely music direct again, in time. Particularly if someone is doing Anything Goes or A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.

Until then, I'd like to be on stage again, and really pay attention to how other music directors handle things. How do they run a rehearsal? How do they work on diction and breath support? How do they solve a problem like Maria? Er, wait. Sorry.

In any case, I'm planning to audition for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat with Elyria Summer Theatre, as are many former Camelot cast members (who were, as it turns out, in Joseph at said Towne Hall last year). I'll certainly aim for the stars -- I'd love to be Joseph -- but I'll take any role. It's a fun show. And only two hours long to boot.

In other news, I have my next CAT scan a week from today. I'll give my usual blog update afterward, in-between bites of Tuscan Chicken panini at Panera. This summer I'll be coming up on two years free from Hodgkin's. I feel fine, as usual, and don't expect any surprises.

Now if you'll excuse me, I have to knock on this wooden desk for no reason at all.