ACT I:
(Friday, May 20th 2011)
First of all: Happy day of Rapture!
As I sit here sipping my cup of chai on this foggy night, I present you the long-awaited, long-form, and long-winded update on the current events of my life since the last time I blogged. Now where to begin...
Sidenote: I keep getting distracted by The Breakfast Club, so bear with me.
Well, yesterday I finally finished the Scott Pilgrim book series by pummeling through Volume 6: Scott Pilgrim's Finest Hour (highly recommended). But I think we should start where I last left off. Shall we?
Scene I - "Now, spit!"
I had a dentist appointment on May 4th; never fun.
Verdict: I need to floss more.
Slowly working on that.
Scene II - Work related news:
In the interim, the typical spring college semester has ended, and therefore my food court job has also come to an end (hopefully only temporarily). Thankfully, I have been asked back to my photography job for the season, primarily to shoot prom photos. As far as previous employment, I am still employed by the State Theatre AND will be working the Freddy Awards telecast next week as Assistant House Manager! Finally, the most recent addition to my employment is the role of technical director for the local JCC's youth theatre camp for a few weeks this summer. In the meantime, I am still on a quest for constant employment, but in times like these, beggars can't be choosers. I also don't mean to sound like an ingrate because I'm not; I am thankful to have the employment I have and I relish the opportunities I've been given thus far. Each one is a new learning experience and each have created their own unique memories that have contributed to making the person who now shares his thoughts, feelings, and life all over the interwebs. Anywho, I digress.
Through the cracks in my blinds I see the sky breaking dawn through the fog which has not yet broken; sunrise on the horizon - time for slumber. I'll resume whenever I awake.
Sidenote: Found another kind of tea I now enjoy, recommended to me by a good friend. Lapsang Souchong tea. A fine black tea with a smoky aroma and flavor (also highly recommended).
END OF ACT I
ACT II:
(Saturday, May 21st 2011)
Scene I - Theatrically & musically speaking...
I have some things going on. First of all, to those of you who may be wondering about the results for Wedding Singer, I ended up being offered a role in the ensemble. Therefore, unfortunately, I respectfully declined. It is nothing personal, and don't get me wrong, I would love to work with the great cast that has been put together, but plainly and simply, I would like to keep my options open for the rest of the summer; maybe audition for other shows, etc., have a more open schedule for employment and to work on producing the small handful of film projects that are on the docket this summer with 10/26 Productions.
In the world of music: I performed in a concert on Thursday, May 19th. It was my former middle school choir director's final concert before her retirement commences this summer. This concert was a special event for a few reasons. Some highlights: She invited a former student to accompany the chorus on piano while they sang one of his arrangements entitled "Printemps" (Springtime). She also graced the audience and the chorus by featuring a guest conductor who wrote another one of the compositions they performed called "Chili Caliente." In addition, myself and another of her former students were requested to perform at her final concert. We sang "The Prayer" at her request because apparently in all of her years of teaching she never received such an overwhelming response about any singular song performed in one of her concerts than she did when we sang it together in 2008. I'm paraphrasing, but honestly, what an honor! I also filmed the concert for the director, but only The Prayer will be available for public viewing on my YouTube channel sometime soon. Oh and some guy from a vocal group called Desire asked for my autograph after the concert! He told me I would be a professional someday, if I wasn't already. ^_^
Scene II - "Hold a mirror up to nature..."
The NCC Theatre Mirror Awards were also held earlier this month. Though I don't know if I was ever in the running for one in the first place, I still attended to support all those who did receive them, and not for nothing, they were well deserved. I also witnessed the senior showcase where the graduating theatre majors perform monologues and sing songs as their final for the obligatory Theatre Portfolio class. One is never truly prepared for the times one might experience brilliance onstage, and a certain few of these performers exemplified that this was definitely one of those instances. It was also at this point in the year that I realized it was time for a change of pace, a change of scene. Having said that, I am proud to announce that I will be attending NCC again in the fall, but this time enrolled as a Radio/TV major. This is a start into the next branch of my life, which, who knows, may even lead to a career. I'm not giving up on the theatre major completely, and may even finish the degree in the future, just not at this juncture. More news as the story develops.
Scene III - Short film revue
Went to see Thor in 3D last week. Meant to be a 2D film; 3D manipulation did nothing for the presentation. Otherwise, the film was slow to start, but very entertaining once you get into it. Also, haven't seen Kat Dennings in a film in a while, so that was a plus. ;)
Scene IV - Summer of Concerts, 2011
This is where you other theatre geeks wonder why Act II is longer than Act I. I don't have an answer for that, other than "there are only so many technical hours in a day."
Anywho, this summer, if all works out as it should, will be the summer of concerts. I will be purchasing tickets shortly, but this is my list so far:
- Pomplamoose - 6/22, Philly
- Sia - 8/1, Philly
- Igor and the Red Elvises(?) - 8/7, Musikfest
- Mingo Fishtrap - 8/10 & 8/11, Musikfest
- Straight No Chaser(?) - 8/11, Musikfest
- Tally Hall - 8/13, Philly
- Project Trio - ?/??, Bethlehem(?)
- Bruno Mars(?) - 8/30, Allentown Fair
*(?) = Concerts I am not sure if I will be able to attend
If anyone should like to join me on any of these adventures, the more the merrier, and I guarantee you these bands will not disappoint.
Welp, the mailman just dropped off today's mail, which means I should have Six Feet Under, Season 2, Disc 3 arriving from Netflix. Yes, I'm aware that I am VERY behind on that show, but I wanted to wait until I could dedicate some serious time to appreciating it (yet another high recommendation). So, my fellow bloggers and blog-enthusiasts, until next time, don't you forget about me.
One for love. Love for all.
Vince
P.S. - I wish John Hughes directed my life.
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Things I did during this blog (in no particular order):
- Drank tea
- Began signing up for classes for Fall semester
- Watched Comedy Central
- Watched The Breakfast Club
- Took a few pics
- Ate off-brand Rice Krispies
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