- Conversation started November 13, 2009
Jay Equality Smith
Catfish Moon
Hello Guys and Gal. I am directing a Play at the Open Space Cafe Theatre. The play is called Catfish Moon by Laddy Sartin and the production will be in June. I don't have the exact show dates or rehearsal dates yet, but I wanted to get my cast together as soon as possible. Because of the short rehearsal process at OSCT, I wanted to be sure that we made the most of the time once we got into the space. I am wanting to have some rehearsals for read-thrus and table work before we actually get into the theatre and maybe some blocking stuff, so I wanted to get this production on your calendars as early as possible if you are interested. Please reply to this message and let me know if you are interested and I will be in touch soon.Thank you so much and I look forward to working with you all.jay
Neil Shepherd
Oh, HELL NO! I wouldn't work with you people if my life depended on it. What a group of no-talent hacks......Lord, I can't even keep a straight face on FACEbook!!!!I guess I'm interested...when is the casting couch session, again?
Ken Ashford
Definitely interested. Not sure whether I have a conflict though. I'm committed to doing "Rounding Third" at Theatre Alliance over the "summer" -- that's a revival of something Scott Stevens and I did last year at Open Space. But Jamie asked Scott and I about our availability for a May production, so... there it is. On the other hand, Jamie hasn't finalized his scheduled, so it may not happen at all!!But DEFINITELY interested. I'll even tolerate Neil if I have to.- November 14, 2009
Jay Equality Smith
Just an update... I talked to Joe last night and he said that the production dates are in September. I looked at the calendar and I'm thinking it would open on the 16th(Thursday) and run that weekend and the next, closing on Saturday the 25th. Sorry if this caused any confusion. I know you had all gone out and cleared your calendars for June in anticipation. Just wanted to give an update. Thanks- November 14, 2009
Cheryl Ann Roberts
Christmas has come early! Oh, Jay, what a grand gift!I may have a conflict. I work for SETC and we hold Fall Auditions the weekend after Labor Day - which may run into first tech. I'm contracted for these auditions, so I may be able to negotiate.I'm definitely interested....it's a beautiful script. And the chance to work with such talented men...priceless.- November 14, 2009
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I'm glad I waited until today to reply... I was all ready to compose my decline letter, but it looks like there should be no conflicts in September. I had the entire month of June booked.So, I'm not saying "no" yet, but need to check with the boss and compare schedules. What kind of a rehearsal commitment were you thinking? How soon do we start and how often do we rehearse? I need to see the script; I've only read the basic premise on line.Oh, have I mentioned that I am incredibly flattered, Jay, and that I'm honored to be considered to be in the ranking with Cheryl, Ken and Neil!!! Sounds like the dream team, to me.I'll get back, soon, I can talk about this with Elizabeth tomorrow night.Thanks!Andy
- November 18, 2009
Jay Equality Smith
Cheryl, with this much notice, I'm sure we can move the tech rehearsals if we need to. There is not really going to be much tech for the show anyway, so I don't anticipate having much to deal with. We'll make it work.
Neil Shepherd
I don't know, Cheryl...it depends on how many pteredactyls he's gonna make us push around the stage.
Jay Equality Smith
there are no periaktois in this one. And I don't know what Neil's bitching about, he didn't have to move a single piece of set in CoE. But if he doesn't watch it, he may get to move the whole pier.- November 18, 2009
Neil Shepherd
No, you are correct, Mr. Directorman. I didn't move a single pteredactyl...just had to sit for HOURS while you blocked them! And I've got your pier... Love you, Boo!- November 18, 2009
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Hello All,I officially CAN'T do the show. I hate that I'm going to miss this opportunity to work with you all, and was really looking forward to working for you, Jay, but I'll have to pass. I know you can find another 40-something actor to take my place.- November 19, 2009
Jay Equality Smith
I'm very sorry to hear that Andy. I am upset however that with notice this far into the rehearsal process, we may not be able to find a suitable replacement in time;-). And when it comes to Andy Lopina, there is never a suitable replacement, there is just a replacement. Do any of you have any ideas who I could call. I really don't want to deal with auditions for 1 part and I would like it to be someone who everyone is comfortable with. ideas?
Neil Shepherd
Andy...you have officially broken my heart. I totally agree with Jay...there are no suitable replacements...just a replacement.- November 19, 2009
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You guys really make me feel good about myself. I'll file your e-mails under "Open when having suicidal thoughts."What about Mark Armstrong or Tim Brown?
Update: Ultimately I wasn't able to to Catfish Moon due to my contract with SETC. As it turned out, neither Ken nor Neil did the show. Jay did direct, and although I wasn't able to see it, I heard it was very good.
I hate I missed out on working with Neil and Ken again. And it was very nice to be contacted by Jay.
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