Drama for the soul

Last night I went to a local drama group, to see whether I should join them. I have thought about getting involved with a drama group for a while now. It’s one of those quietly written resolutions or ambitions that I never seem to get to. So, last night I went and watched the Riverside Players as they rehearsed a play for performance in a couple of weeks. The play, “The Tuna Fish Eulogy” by Lindsay Price, was a marvellous play. There were just four actors in it – it was performed to an amazing standard. This is a play that uses overlapping voices and overlayered texts to great effect.

I was incredibly impressed. Now I need to think what the next move should be. I’m not convinced that I should join the drama group just yet – I have no experience. I think I need to find a workshop or something where I can gain some skills first. I also have been thinking for a while about getting some time with a voice coach to learn how to breathe properly and project my voice.

Comments are welcome – I’m going to do something – I just need to be clear about the next step.

Meanwhile – I haven’t forgotten podcasting. I’ve just been overwhelmed with other things. I’m still listening to Richard Vobes and Paul Nicholls regularly and gleaning ideas from a host of others too. I’m a few days away from jumping in at the deep end and having a go…