Here We Go Ithaca
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Hey everyone,
So it’s been a while since my last update, mostly because the last couple weeks have been extremely stressful. But here we are, it’s September 7th, and I think I can finally start settling into a normal schedule. Upon arriving here the theatre department was dealing with the Dillingham Renovations (which are awesome by the way), auditions for the fall mainstage season, and just the acclimation of the new freshman class, as well as the returning students back into the swing of things. Auditions went very well, and I’m pleased to say I’ve been cast as Shem in Stephen Schwartz’s Children of Eden. Last year around this time it was really hard to come in and become adjusted to the new atmosphere and classes, but with that year of familiarity having gone by, the year has just started without a hitch. I’m really happy with all my teachers and classes, and I’m excited to get down to work. Review is coming up in only about a month, or a month and a half…so it’s time to buckle down and get stuff done.
The weather in Ithaca has been gorgeous (no, I will not make the obligatory joke) and though it’s rained a lot, the rain has been warm, and it clears up beautifully. There’s been a lot of wildlife out, everything from hawks, to deer, to skunks, to hares/rabbits; and it’s been cool to be surrounded by that while in my working environment. That being said, Dillingham renovations are not complete. They are still working diligently, and all the studios are functioning, as well as most of the shops (I believe). The red carpet and lobby area, however, are still under renovation and probably will be right up until the opening of Top Girls, IC’s first play of the season. I’m excited to enter a routine of classes and rehearsals, it’ll put me back in my comfort zone. This year is going to be long and hard, but it’s also going to be an amazing experience. Everyone from my class seems to be on the ball and ready to work, and the class below us has acclimated themselves surprisingly well, good for them!
Anyways, it’s off to do some homework, and to memorize some music/lines. At the bottom of this post I leave you with some pictures I’ve accumulated already this year, the views and clouds have been just stunning over Lake Cayuga. I hope whoever you are reading this, that you are happy, and that life is treating you well. Much love to everyone,
~Ned
