As many Randy Report readers know, my life is split between writing here (a serious passion for me), and my forty year career in the theater.
I'm currently choreographing a new production of West Side Story at San Diego Music Theatre. I was here two years ago doing similar duties with Chicago The Musical (which, btw, resulted in not only a gorgeous production but my first nomination for Best Choreography by the Theatre Critics Association - how cool is that?).
In less than two weeks, we scheduled a "stumble-through" of Act One for today. The good news being that we never really stopped at all. Generally, these things are the first step in running the show, but with stops and starts to figure out details not yet addressed.
But today the cast pretty much went right through with no stops. And, for many, it was a chance to see the material some actors may not be in.
All in all, a terrific day for both cast and creative team.
We were then invited to the producers home for a great evening of relaxing and camaraderie - my favorite part of the arts. Just celebrating this "thing" we are all doing together.
I have a strong feeling that the show, in this cast's hands, will be really great. Not based on my contributions, but the flavors and spice of the entire cast. As we all know, I love diversity and character and individuality. And this cast has all that.
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