Juliet's thoughts on rehearsals

Last week we took a trip as a company to see a play called "In A Thousand Pieces" by Paper Birds theatre company. It is roughly in our subject area as it told the story of a women who is sex trafficked. Although we knew about the subject matter, not all of us were prepared for quite how shocking it really was. We were thrown into a world which was so far removed from our own and one that we knew little about. The true facts and events shown were horrific. It was a highly emotional story and it was also inspiring to see the actresses’ ability to maintain this depth and emotion despite the amount of times they have performed it. The impact that this play has made in educating people about this problem is huge, so hopefully we can do just the same.

The date of our play is getting closer and closer so we’re pushing on and have now blocked every scene in the play. The pressure’s nowhere near off though as we still have so much to do! But it is exciting to see the play come together.

We now have most of our set, including the hundreds of dollars which we photocopied, stamped on both sides and guillotined (MAKING SURE THE MARGINS ARE THE SAME!) We’re hoping that this attention to detail is appreciated... The inflatables have managed to remain intact so far, touch wood that the sofa doesn’t burst on the first night. Pins away ladies and gents.

The flyers are now done, so they will probably be thrust under your noses very soon. They don’t include any booking info, this can be done on the internet or by phoning the box office (0118 9606060.) But if you want to avoid a booking fee (don’t we all?) then you can get them straight from the Hexagon. Book your tickets soon.

Gig on the 8th of May

As part of our fundraising scheme myself and another company member have organised this gig at South Street Arts Centre. It should be a great night! Tickets are £6 (£5 in advance!) Check out the bands on myspace and come and support Nothing To Declare!

http://www.myspace.com/hattiecarrolls

http://www.myspace.com/wearethebrinx

http://www.myspace.com/garageflowersuk

http://www.myspace.com/thescreenbeats

Halfway there!

Today we had our first intensive Sunday rehearsal and have finally nailed the first half of the play. It's looking good, although with just over three weeks till the opening night we can't help but bite our nails just a little bit!

All week the directors have been eagerly awaiting packages containing costumes and items of set - today we rehearsed with our inflatable sofa, much to the excitement of the boys (but apprehension of the directors; "NO ONE MUST WEAR SHARP CLOTHING ON THE SOFA!" was uttered more than once...)

The play is really coming together, and the group dynamic is great; it occured to me that there has been copius amounts of cake at the last three rehearsals to eat in the break. It may just be me but I'm sure it improves our perfomance! Take the hint directors...

The flyers and posters for the show should also be out soon, and we want to get as much attention as possible through our website, blog and facebook site.

Keep checking out the blog for updates on the run up to our first show!