Category Archives: Reading of “Transplanted in Mississippi,” November, 2011

My reading went well — I am a lucky person

The reading of “Transplanted in Mississippi” was last night. It went really well! The actors did a great job, the director did a great job, and the audience gave good and generous feedback. The changes I made to the first … Continue reading

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When to do the opposite of what people tell you

So. Here’s the thing. Sometimes, when people give you feedback about what you should do to your play, you can actually solve the problem in a different way. At rehearsal Monday evening, the first act seemed too long. I got … Continue reading

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First rehearsal for my reading on the 13th

We’re having our first rehearsal tonight for my reading on the 13th. I think I have whipped the script into good enough shape to get good comments from. I’ve been working on creating the questions I want to ask. Here’s … Continue reading

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Have a fun evening out in Seattle, Sunday, Nov. 13, 7:00

Make your own opportunities Want to make your plays better? Produce your own reading. Get perspective from actors that helps you tell your story better, observe the audience, get good feedback. I think that’s useful advice. So I’m taking it. … Continue reading

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