In December, I went to quite a few Christmas plays...which really made me miss being onstage. Coincidentally, almost the perfect opportunity presented itself shortly after. One of my friends who I've done a lot of theatre with was casting for a play he's directing. So I auditioned, somewhat cautiously knowing how pressed for time I usually am. It turned out there couldn't have been a better play to audition for: the rehearsal time was short, the play was simple, and I'm only in the first act so if I need to, I can be done before 8:30 on show nights.
The play is called Marriage Go-Round and it consists of two short plays, one for each act. The first act and the one I'm in is called Why I am a Bachelor. Basically, it's a bachelor lecturing as to why being a bachelor is the only way to go. He demonstrates his point by showing scenes from a couple's life: some from when they are dating/engaged and are all mushy brained and some from when they are married and arguing. I originally started with the part of The Girl (you'll see how she fits in if you come, I don't want to spoil it) but ended up with the role of the female in the couple: Heidi. It's crazy, scary, fun, and exhilarating all at once to have a leading role.
Anyway, I really hope you'll all come see it! It runs every Friday, Saturday, and Monday evening at 7:30 at Valley Center Playhouse (780 N. 200 E., Lindon, UT) until February 13th. Tickets are $7 for general admission; students, kids, and seniors are only $5. They also have family and group discounts.
