The Bird & Baby Philosophy House

The table reading tonight for The Bird and Baby Theater Company’s upcoming production of Arlene Hutton’s I Dream Before I Take The Stand (done in conjunction with Anne Pecaro’s monologues for A Few Lilies Project) was fascinating. Although it was just a table reading, the layers of complexity in each of these characters are already becoming apparent. It is a very challenging piece! After the initial read, director David Schneider experimented with several approaches for each of the characters as they began the process of discovering their superobjectives. It was fascinating to watch both the actors (John Ellis and Heather Moffatt) work as each one explored the desires of their characters. The next three readings were like watching three different plays. Guided by David’s competent direction, both actors began the process of taking risks and experimenting. It is so exciting to be able to watch this piece come to life from the ground up, and I can’t wait to see how things will continue to develop between now and its opening in August!