I'm reading Jack Canfield's book, The Success Principles. And I recently finished a chapter called, "Ask, ask, ask!" He cites examples of successful people asking for advice, recommendations, money, support, facilities, a hug - in short, whatever they need in order to be successful.
Inspired by such, I sent a facebook message to a colleague of a colleague who works for a theatre I'm auditioning for this weekend. I asked for advice about auditioning, how best to get tickets, and whether we can meet for drinks.
In response to my questions, I get:
VIP Comp Tickets!
Discounted drinks at the theatre bar!
Excellent and wise advice about the audition!
I think this "Ask, ask, ask!" principle is going to be my favorite one yet.
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
4/20/2011
I had my last class at Highlands Juvenile Detention Center this afternoon.
They gave me a piece of art they created - 4 hand-drawn young men in orange jumpsuits in front of a tissue paper background. They also gave me a thank-you note on pink construction paper.
Here are some of the things they wrote to me:
"I've learned a lot from our classes, I hope you find what your looking for."
"You've brought color to our lives. We will always remember you."
"Thank you for coming and teaching us fun things. I will take what you taught me and put it to good use. Good luck in life and have fun in the big city. Again thank you. I had a lot of fun. You made my life better."
The first of many good-byes...
They gave me a piece of art they created - 4 hand-drawn young men in orange jumpsuits in front of a tissue paper background. They also gave me a thank-you note on pink construction paper.
Here are some of the things they wrote to me:
"I've learned a lot from our classes, I hope you find what your looking for."
"You've brought color to our lives. We will always remember you."
"Thank you for coming and teaching us fun things. I will take what you taught me and put it to good use. Good luck in life and have fun in the big city. Again thank you. I had a lot of fun. You made my life better."
The first of many good-byes...
Friday, April 15, 2011
4/15/2011
The Barter Players' 2011 Winter Tour is finishing up.
They performed The Legend of Sleepy Hollow 32 times for 8,394 students and teachers.
Here's what some of those fantastic students and teachers had to say:
“We here at Western Greenbrier believe that exposure to the arts promotes higher thinking-
they [the Players] are here because they believe it too.” –Mrs. Ream, Greenbrier Arts Council
“The direction of this show was just fabulous.” –Audience member
“You guys do a great job. Yours is one of the only assemblies that keeps the kids’ attention the whole time.” –Teacher
“I think what you guys do is great because these guys don’t get any of this. What y’all are doing is really, really precious.” –Teacher
“We used to bus our kids out to the Barter every year but, we lost our funding. So, it’s the biggest blessing to be able to have you come to us.” –Teacher
Player: “Did you like the show?”
Kindergartner: “I didn’t like it. I LOVED it. I want to be that when I grow up.”
“I just wanted you guys to know- we bring in at least one or two programs a year and this is the best I’ve ever seen.” -Teacher
*Ichabod falls off of the horse at the end of the play and looks out into the wilderness to see a kid lean forward and whisper:* “There’s someone behind you.”
They performed The Legend of Sleepy Hollow 32 times for 8,394 students and teachers.
Here's what some of those fantastic students and teachers had to say:
“We here at Western Greenbrier believe that exposure to the arts promotes higher thinking-
they [the Players] are here because they believe it too.” –Mrs. Ream, Greenbrier Arts Council
“The direction of this show was just fabulous.” –Audience member
“You guys do a great job. Yours is one of the only assemblies that keeps the kids’ attention the whole time.” –Teacher
“I think what you guys do is great because these guys don’t get any of this. What y’all are doing is really, really precious.” –Teacher
“We used to bus our kids out to the Barter every year but, we lost our funding. So, it’s the biggest blessing to be able to have you come to us.” –Teacher
Player: “Did you like the show?”
Kindergartner: “I didn’t like it. I LOVED it. I want to be that when I grow up.”
“I just wanted you guys to know- we bring in at least one or two programs a year and this is the best I’ve ever seen.” -Teacher
*Ichabod falls off of the horse at the end of the play and looks out into the wilderness to see a kid lean forward and whisper:* “There’s someone behind you.”
Saturday, April 9, 2011
4/9/2011
I've been posting on a Barter blog - http://bartercivilwarvoices.tumblr.com - for our Civil War Voices tour to Charleston. (Check it out before 4/14/2011!)
I've interviewed most of the cast about their feelings toward Civil War Voices and why people should see it. And what I've discovered is rare and beautiful - that everyone involved in this production believes wholeheartedly in the power of it. 100% commitment and investment from the entire cast. Belief is a powerful force and the result of belief is an unforgettable theatrical experience. How awesome.
I've interviewed most of the cast about their feelings toward Civil War Voices and why people should see it. And what I've discovered is rare and beautiful - that everyone involved in this production believes wholeheartedly in the power of it. 100% commitment and investment from the entire cast. Belief is a powerful force and the result of belief is an unforgettable theatrical experience. How awesome.
Saturday, April 2, 2011
4/2/2011
I work with some VERY smart 4-year-olds.
We sat in a circle this morning (the 4-year-olds, Ezra, and I) and I asked individual students to name 3 things - like 3 colors or superheroes or books. I asked one girl to name three foods.
She spelled it out: "G-R-A-P-E."
Impressed, I said, "Okay! Grape..."
"G-R-E-E-N-A-P-P-L-E."
"Green apple! Awesome! One more...."
"B-A-N-N-A."
...brief pause... And then I said, "Oh! Yes. Banana. B-a-n-A-n-a." She smiled and nodded.
Also, another little girl told me on the way to the bathroom, "When I grew up - when I turned 4 - I stopped napping." Smart and mature, too. :)
We sat in a circle this morning (the 4-year-olds, Ezra, and I) and I asked individual students to name 3 things - like 3 colors or superheroes or books. I asked one girl to name three foods.
She spelled it out: "G-R-A-P-E."
Impressed, I said, "Okay! Grape..."
"G-R-E-E-N-A-P-P-L-E."
"Green apple! Awesome! One more...."
"B-A-N-N-A."
...brief pause... And then I said, "Oh! Yes. Banana. B-a-n-A-n-a." She smiled and nodded.
Also, another little girl told me on the way to the bathroom, "When I grew up - when I turned 4 - I stopped napping." Smart and mature, too. :)
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