Yesterday's building marathon lasted from 8:00 AM-9:00 PM. Thanks to Mr. Rossen and the help of many people, the set is about 75% finished. Unfortunately, I had very few experienced builders there yesterday. That greatly reduced the effectiveness of the build. Here's the way I see it form yesterday:
Drama I. Of the members who were actually in town, about 75% made it to building day. Several lasted until the last moment. Really, it was a very good showing for this group. It should be.
Drama II. This class had about a 20% showing. However, I realize that many of you have a film deadline, so that makes sense. I really appreciate those of you from this class who spent the day helping us. The Drama I's will be your classmates next year, so that's a good move.
Drama III. Ummm....yeah...well.....not a good showing. I don't even know where you guys are these days. That's disappointing for the most part. I know you're busy. At the very least, you can let me know that you're not going to be there.
Drama IV. Wow....an even bigger disappointment. I begged the Drama I's to dedicate themselves to your show, and they did. Where are you? You haven't graduated yet. Again, at least tell me that you can't make it. For those of you who did stop, and for those who stopped and offered to do anything they could in the future, thanks. That's all I can ask.
Drama V. Sigh....I feel so alone.
In short, we have two very long and difficult weeks ahead of us. At the very least, stop and offer to help. For those of you graduating, you're breaking my heart. You've already left me. There are some obvious exceptions to that but, please, remember where your heart was at this point of your career. The Drama I's deserve the same dedication you received.
MjB