I’ve had a few days to reflect back on my experience of Up in the Attic. From beginning to end I found this to be a most satisfying and fulfilling journey. I was surrounded with the best of elements: devoted actors, young and gifted musicians, eager composers, determined light and sound technicians, a supportive stage manager and an architect who would not settle for anything less. Every person was on the same page and as I said to the Sunday morning crowd, I may be the captain of this ship, but I am nobody without my shipmates. It was community at its finest.
On opening night, I sat far from the stage to observe not only the play but watch the audience reaction. I was quickly reminded as the lights went down and the first notes of music were struck that although the work of putting a play together can be ever-draining, all that seems to melt away once a crowd engages in the creation.
My energies now focus on getting a re-write of Twig complete. This screenplay has gone through several drafts and I am about ready to send it out to be “judged”. First stop, the Nichol Fellowships in Screenwriting – a prestige Hollywood screenwriting competition that has been going on for nearly 25 years. It currently receives about 6000 entries. It’s a long shot, but why not.
I’ve been somewhat sad this week as I remember Up in the Attic, but I’m reminded that all good things must end so that new ones can begin. Not sure where the next act will take me and what new stories will be born, but, as always, I choose to anticipate great things.
I was one of the actors in “Up in the Attic”. I was so blessed to be asked to be in this play. It was an amazing experience from beginning to end and of course I found out how talented Romeo is! God has placed Romeo at Stone Church and Romeo’s ministry touches all of us who attend the church while at the same time reaching out into the community. Several lines from the play have really stuck with me. “Be grateful for what you have and let go of what you might lose” is one one those lines. “What you might lose” could be some circumstance in your life at present or it could be laying down a dream or desire that you have. Letting go of the “mights” is freedom and liberty for a heart set upon God. Thank you Romeo.
Being an actor in “Up in the Attic” was a wonderful experience! I’ve been reflecting on all the fun we had at rehearsals, and the opportunity to get to know other cast members. This past week I’ve been recalling, not always by choice, numerous lines from the play (my own and others’ lines), and various impactful scenes which we practised. Now, although with some sadness, it’s time to “move on” (a line from the play). All the very best, Romeo, with Twig!