Putting it Together: Echoes of Troy

As the paint dries on the set and the actors finalize their choices we are well on our way to opening night for the first show of the 2009 Actors Repertory Theatre season – Echoes of Troy. It’s been a challenge taking this 2,500-year-old script and putting it into play in a way that flows and remains tense and interesting throughout 90 minutes, and we’re getting closer and closer to having a show that is a real treat to see.

The actors have done such terrific work that the show is starting to show true signs of developing into that ever-elusive living piece of art we call theatre. Each actor has several moments in the play that resonate strikingly. Now, they are working on being specific, staying active, and delving even deeper into their characterizations to find the inner life of the roles. We’re 48 hours from final dress rehearsal, and open on this Friday, June 12 at 8 p.m.. I really think it’s going to be special, and it will be fantastic for these actors to experience their first professional opening in ART. I was happy to read Felice’s blog about her experience in this rehearsal process and even happier to know that she is loving it! And thanks for the kinds words Felice – oh go on! No – I mean it – go on…

In these final hours of rehearsal, we’re going to refine and get ourselves in a place where we feel comfortable that the audience will laugh when we want them to laugh, cheer when we want them to cheer, and cry when we want them to cry. The story is complex and twists its way through the myth of Agamemnon in the same way the fog twists around the sitting stones lining the stage.
We are so excited to bring this show to life, and we hope you’ll come and join us during the run! Echoes of Troy runs June 12 – 21. For a complete schedule visit our web site!