Proof

I am currently in the throes of rehearsal for our local theater company's production of Proof -- a stunning, Pulitzer Prize-winning drama written by David Auburn. There are only 4 characters, thus 4 cast members, so it's a very tightly woven ensemble piece.

As I study my lines and familiarize myself with the blocking for each scene, I find myself simultaneously understanding and disagreeing with my character, Claire. This has created a fascinating dynamic for me as I struggle to portray with credibility some of the personality and emotions Claire experiences while my every native instinct cries foul. She is not an antagonist, definitely NOT a villain, and yet she's not entirely likable either, despite the ease with which one can understand why she is the way she is. This is a richer, more complex character than I've taken on before, and I guess I am a little fixated at the moment. Which would explain why I've made no more progress on this blog template. Whatever spare time I have has been eaten alive by Proof.

Not at all a bad thing. Balance, friends, balance.....!