Working EQ

(1) Ever since starting rehearsal on the show, I have gained a lot of experience. I have learned how to work with actors and how to supervise people who are older than me and who have more experience. I've also worked a lot on y time management skills, learning how to effectively use my time to set up as fast as possible.


(2) My interview helped me understand some major issues in Stage Managing, such as maintaining your composure. If you can't remain calm during a show, you will freak your cast out and the shows quality will suffer.


(3) Mentorship hours have really given me a sense of what it is like to be a Stage Manager outside of school hours. There are some differences, especially when you don't have tons of crew working under you to help put on a show.


(4) Research checks have confused me a bit, as I'm not sure exactly where my boundaries are. Sometimes when reading I feel as though the research might be more specific to my experiences in Stage Managing as opposed to Stage Managing in general.

(5)

• One major question that comes to mind is whether or not Stage Managing would suffice as a primary source of income. From what I have read, a lot of it seems to be hopping from one show to the next.
• Overall, I want to improve my skills as a stage manager, and gain valuable work experience in a world where it is hard for a teenager to get a job.
• The director of my show, Greg, mentioned a Business Manager at Long Beach Playhouse who has stage managed for him in the past and is an excellent Stage Manager. I would really like to talk to her to see what she has done in the past to make her so great.