I've been part of shows that have been put together in a short time but not one with the scope of Elizabeth Rex. Everything that you usually do in the six week rehearsal process is condensed into just a few weeks.

In my ideal scenario, I can take some time to get to know my character, memorize the lines, play with my performance for a couple weeks, add costumes and props and then open. Unfortunately, we didn't have that luxury this time around and I've been feeling like I'm always two steps behind where I want to be.

It hasn't helped that the show has been tough to cast and people's schedules are such that we still haven't had a rehearsal with everyone in the large cast present. This has also made it difficult to bond with some of my fellow performers. Those connections are important, I think, to establish trust on stage. I think all involved are doing a fine job, it's just not always the easiest.

Though everyone was not present last night, I felt we had a wonderful rehearsal. It felt comfortable and fun, yet challenging and focused on the job at hand. It was truly a breath of fresh air. We open on Saturday.

Wonderful work buddy, keep writing.