Theatre Etiquette - Multiple Shows?
Fri, 19 Oct 2007, 01:17 pmMeercat73 posts in thread
Theatre Etiquette - Multiple Shows?
Fri, 19 Oct 2007, 01:17 pmJust wondering what everyones opinion is on taking on more than one show at a time in community theatre?
Examples:
A Director or Musical Director taking on two projects and then splitting their time between the two (OR neglecting one in favour of the other!)
A leading actor accepting a role in another production then having to divide their time between roles.
My opinion is that you need to commit to one project, so that you can make the best show you can and put all your effort into it. It always seems that others have to pick up the slack for those that accept more than they can handle?
Just my opinion and I am interested to hear what others think, as it seems a lot of people now have more than one project going at once. I cant imagine doing this, as once Im in a show - I can only think about one role, one set of songs, one set of dances and so on????
Accusations
Mon, 19 Nov 2007, 01:59 pmWow, this thread has become something of a catfight... At this stage I think it's worth everyone stepping back and taking a moment to realise:
a) The situation has occurred. No-one can change this - all people can do is look forward and do the best they can with whatever project they may be working on.
b) People interpret situations in different ways. I don't think calling anyone a liar is fair. I'm sure everyone agrees this was a bad situation - let's not make it worse by getting into name-calling.
c) I think that Meercat's initial question was a fair one and that many people have given their opinions on this. These opinions have been varied and clearly show us all that there is no easy answer to the question.
d) I agree that those of us not involved with the production probably don't have the right to form close-minded, judgemental opinions (as 'A player' put it) on what happened, BUT - Meercat chose to post this issue on a public forum and you then need to accept that people will form opinions and post them publicly.
I personally am looking forward to seeing Robin the Hood. I know many of the cast members and I think it will be a funny show! Break a leg to all involved.
Darren