Keep in Mind...

Ok. Thanks for blogging. Hopefully, things will smooth out with the "drama" of people getting cast or not getting cast. Everyone who sticks it out and gives it a chance will see that they have plenty to do. The more you can rise above the commentary and the "he said/she said" the better. Make people feel like they have a purpose and are essential to the success of your show and they will be just that: essential and purposeful.
Also, going into your first rehearsal, you should be as clear as possible about your set design. How you are using the space. You should avoid internal set changes at all costs! These plays are too short to have major set changes. Moving chairs or a stool or something is fine - and it should be rehearsed from the get-go to make it part of the action. Moving the casket or tables or desks is completely unecessary and distracting -- remember from last year, or even the tornado reverse in Oz - set changes can kill a show. You have half the floor space of the BBox to use and you can totally isolate characters, etc. with lighting and acting. If you are confused or need help, please ask for help. Mr. Moore, Mr. Harding, or I can help you.

Also, when we set a deadline for anything in the future is is a hard and fast deadline. Mr. Moore said that many of your cast lists came in late the other night. That is not ok. If any of you miss a future deadline for anything (props list, program, whatever), WE WILL NOT DO YOUR PLAY! Take the deadlines seriously. The clock is ticking.

I wholeheartedly agree with Mr. D's statement about encouraging each other and being productive in your discussion. Well done! I'm excited.