Cast Member Blog - 1001 - Adrianne DuChateau

As you may have heard, Blogfriends, our big fall production of 1001 is already in rehearsals, preparing to open November 11, 2010. 1001 is a postmodern retelling of Arabian Nights; a dark fantasy with more layers than a Mexican dip; a storytelling fantasia with political and comic overtones. In other words, it's something you need to experience. Remember, you can buy tickets already at the Horowitz Center Box Office, or online by clicking here.

As usual, I've got a great blog for you today. Written by 1001 ensemble member Adrianne DuChateau, Adrienne shares her journey through the 1001 casting process. Hit it, Adrianne.

I signed up to audition for 1001 the very last day of auditions. I grabbed a copy of the script and read as much as i could for twenty minutes, then nervously rushed to the Smith Theatre. I knew no one, and had no clue what to expect, but I lucked out because I had the most comfortable audition experience imaginable. I went in to read scene after scene, and was actually having fun with it. I remember wanting to learn more about acting, and how I could make even better choices. By the end of the audition, I had had a positive experience and really wanted to be in the show.

After the audition I went home and immediately lost the little slip of paper that had information about callbacks. I searched vigorously for a moment then moved on, hoping I would receive that call. I did, and realized I was scheduled to work for the time of the callbacks. A really stressful shift at work took place the night before callbacks. I kept trying to find someone to fill in for me. The trouble was, everyone was already scheduled to work on a Friday night! Finally, the managers cut me some slack and let me take the night off. They said I had better do well if I'm gonna be missing work.

Once I was free to attend callbacks, I looked over the scenes nervously, and went for it. Everyone was wacky and fun. I remember thinking that no matter who plays these characters, everyone working together will make it a great show. I got the call a couple days later and learned some glorious news! I was cast in the play. So thats that. My freshman year of college and I've gotten into my first, hopefully not my last, show. I'm excited to perform with everyone!!! I'm sure I'll learn a ton from it.