Well, we had two preview performances of Harvey at Wayside Theatre yesterday and I think we're all feeling pretty good about where we are. We got the laughs we expected, a few that we didn't, and learned quite a bit about Mary Chase's classic comedy. Both audiences were leaving the house with big smiles on their faces and lots of great comments. So far, only one person claims to have really seen the rabbit.
Today we'll have a rehearsal to continue to tighten things down and also rework a few moments based on what we learned from the two audiences. It's a tricky dance at this point, as the work really is about making sure the story telling and the comedy combine in advantageous ways. It should be a fun day and a fun opening night.
This opening marks the last opening in Season 48, a season that has seen more than its share of challenges from a poor economy to ridiculous snowfall. Through all of that we've managed to create some great work on our stage, with some truly remarkable performances, but some great actors. Tonight will continue that and as we bring one season to a close and point towards the next we're looking forward to more of the same in terms of challenges and creating good work. Of course, we'd love the challenges to ease up some.
