I am a long time supporter of the theater arts program at Wesleyan and have offered to photograph the dress rehearsals of most productions for years. It's a non paying gig for me but something I truly enjoy.
Last night I had the pleasure to document the dress rehearsal of Kaufman and Hart's, You Can't Take It With You, a zany 1936 comedy about a totally dysfunctional family meeting the upper crust of New York City. It was a Pulitzer Prize winner in it's debut year.
In order to properly photo document the production, characters, emotion, wardrobe and actor interaction, I am actually on stage during the performance. What a hoot, especially last night as fireworks were exploding, snakes came out of their cage and kitchen doors opened so quickly I almost got knocked off the stage. The production was exceptionally well done and opens this week. For details and ticket information please call the college at 304.473.8000.
Volunteering is fun and rewarding. I urge everyone to branch out and find an area of service or interest that has personal meaning. Oprah's Dr. Oz recently reported that active individuals generally live longer with fewer complications. Volunteering is a great way to stay active and a wonderful way to enhance the community in which we live.
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