The Gift Tree - It's Tyleresque
Mark your calendars for the early December performances of
The Gift Tree, a new original work by
Tyler Olsen, music by Eric Barnum. For
the first time, all three of us (Maria, John, and I ) will not be in the play;
it’s only John and I this time.
We auditioned Tuesday night, and were excited to both
receive “call-backs” for Wednesday night. The
call-backs consisted of 2 and ½ hours of reading various parts in small groups,
and some singing ensemble and solo. I
had to sing two solos myself – not my strongest suit. That was a first for me.
The play is what our family calls Tyleresque – or
Tyler-like – named after the playwright.
Tyleresque means it’s a bit zany, off-the-wall, and full of
opportunities for really stretching your character. It includes some physical comedy, a few gross
jokes – yet has a touching story line – a good message, without being preachy.
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