Tonight we blocked everything else involvng Lizzie and Danny, so there's plenty to talk about.
First we blocked a new crossover in Act I, Scene 12, where we get to see me with my band. Lizzie tries to call me to let me know that the baby has started kicking, and when I answer the phone, the rest of the guys take my phone and run off with it. It's cool to have that addition to my story.
Next was Act I, Scene 2 and "What Could Better." This is such a fun scene to do, because while the first scene served as an introduction, this is where we really get to see how these two function as a couple, especially upon finding out that Lizzie's pregnant. My nature at this point in the story is very caught off-guard; I remain loyal and supportive, but at the same time I'm absolutely clueless on what to do. These dynamics will definitely help out when we return to later scenes that we've already blocked.
We moved on to Act I, Scene 7, where I tell Lizzie about the audition for the punk band and put my foot down on her attempts to persuade me not to. This is a big moment for Danny, because, while not at the same level as the one in Act II, this is the closest thing to a fight we see these two get into by this point. This is also probably the most I've stood up to Lizzie before, powered by my sense of responsibility, my urge to do what's right, and my need to fulfill my role as the man of the relationship and the father of my child.
Finally, we blocked Act I, Scene 11, our scene at the bus station leading into "I Chose Right." It's a nice scene for me to overcome my own goofiness in order to be romantic for Lizzie. There's a great comedic moment where I try to command her to sit, then back down when I see I'm about to cross a line. The look Mary Kate gives me makes it so hard to keep a straight face.
Overall, tonight felt great having everything come together to complete my story arc. I can't wait to start run-throughs.
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