Now What?

The show closed very well! So what to do now...

Well, this is the first time in a year that I do not have another show going on simultaneously or at least lined up. That is always scary for an actor, but it is actually a positive for now because I have so much I need to take care of before I move (to NYC that is). Now I have time to work on finding new pieces, get headshots retaken, try to pare down on what I cannot take with me from my apartment, as well as aquire some necessities that I do not have yet. Then there are lessons--voice and dance--to catch up on. Oh, and I need clothes. Do not mistake me, I want them but I really do need them, too! I feel like a bag lady, except I practically live out of my car these days.

I am also going to visit my sister and my brother in law, plus the little one to be.

As for New York, the actual date of departure is undecided except that it will be in mid to late October if all goes well. I have a future roomie who I have known for a few years now. It is all so exciting and frightening at once. I know many people who have moved there recently or have been living there for some time, so I know I am not alone in this and can always ask for help!

So Thoroughly Modern

I cannot believe it is already August! It is just that time of year for everyone, I think, to try to cram as much in up to the punch as possible. Things certainly have been busy. Then again, that in itself is a blessing.

This week concludes our run of "Thoroughly Modern Millie" at Texas Repertory Theatre here in Houston. We really do have a terrific show and I will be sad to leave it behind. It has been a rewarding experience and also difficult in more ways than I expected. It has been so hard to allow myself to really relax and enjoy it all, simply because I care too much. I am a perfectionist with the things I care about the most. As hard as I always try to work, I want it to show in my performance. I nit-pick on myself way too much and that hinders more than helps sometimes. Aren't we always our worst critics? On the other hand, I am delighted with our whole cast and the end result of a passionate and dedicated process. I am so proud to have been a part of it.

A special part about it for me, is that this musical was the first Broadway production I ever saw and on my very first visit to New York. I remember it was just after the Tony awards in 2002, so I was able to see the original cast (including one of my favorite actresses)! That trip came at a "landmark" in my life so I hope things are finally coming full circle, or maybe just beginning...

To Begin With...

I admittedly joined this blog spot because my sister has one following her progress as a mom-to-be (her very first). I figured I might as well have one also to write about the many adventures of a girl trying to make it in this big world.

I am an actress. Most of my training and passion is dedicated to musical theatre, but I enjoy a wide range of artistic expression. I want to do it all! I write, paint, design, sketch, cook--oh, lot's of things.

Then, of course, I am a friend, daughter, sister (and future aunt). My family and friends are more important and dear to me than I can possibly explain. If you should read these posts, you will hear a lot about them along with career updates. Oh, and probably bunches about my beloved bassett hound, Daisy!