So I've fallen behind on my journaling for the past week and a half. Due to the fact that these rehearsals have been complete run-throughs and tech runs, a lot of the events have blurred together, so I figured I would just address the highlights all in this one entry.
On the night of our 31st rehearsal, I hit the lowest point I've had in this whole process...in terms of my self-confidence. Nothing went wrong, I was just being way to self-critical and thought I wasn't performing as good as I should be, and this led to me having a private emotional breakdown backstage. Marcus noticed my behavior afterwards, during our intermission break, and spoke to me for a bit. He raised my spirits back up, and helped me realize that while I'm working, that's all I need to focus on: the work. I could worry about the self-criticism at the end of the day. This really helped me out, and I'm now working on a new, more affirmative way to approach my rehearsal process.
On the same night, we finally added auto-tuning to "Fatherhood Blues." It sounds so cool! I've never done a show with anything like it before! The kinks have been getting worked out as we've kept working on it, and now it's gonna be great when we put it in front of an audience. Carl also came by one night and choreographed some new choreography. It took some getting used to; I tend to panic a little when something that new is added this late in the rehearsal process. Eventually, though, I got the hang of it. It looks good, and goes well with the auto-tuning.
On a vocal note, Laurie and Marcus told me to cut the rock singing. They're worried that it's taking too much of a toll on my voice. I'm okay with this; I know how to make the songs sound contemporary enough to still meet Marcus's vision while still singing safe.
The band was added to the show, and they sound amazing! It gives this old '80s show a totally new sound. I love the rock influence, and I know the audience is going to love it, too.
These are the simplest costumes I've ever worn for a show, since they're so close to what I wear everyday anyway. Two things have me stoked: a Thundercats T-shirt and pleather pants! I may sound like a real geek in saying this, but they make me feel so cool!
Finally, I have to mention the awesome crew that has been brought in for set transitions. They caught on quick to the flow of the show, and have worked as hard as the rest of us. I really hope their work helps them become successful in this department.
Tomorrow night is our invited dress rehearsal, our first night with an audience and with every element coming smoothly together. We're so ready to open! I'm excited!
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