Le Concrete

When asked why are we exploring commedia and not tragedy with the chorus work and improvs, Arianne thought for a moment and said, "because in this form the imposter can not exist".  We see right away if you are not listening or being false...when we "act" in tragedies, one can hide behind emotions... you can fake it.  In the extremes we see what is concrete.

The last days here have been increadible.  I've seen improvisations with over 50 people and they all flew!  They were on magic carpets!!  You could only believe it if you saw it, here is a video attached, but it doesn't do it full justice!  Really, here is the only place in the world where this could ever be possible.  

On the very last day we all came out in groups of the countries we represented and gave a law of theatre from our country.  It was amazing to see the 45 different countries represented.  I went with India, because there was only one girl and she was shy to go alone.  Our law, was if you want to be on stage you must always have joy, "soyez toujours Ravi!" which means, always be happy... and it is also my name.

It is difficult to write about what has happened over the last few days and what I have been able to see and be part of.  The lessons I have learned, seen and experienced.  Watching this company and feeling part of it has been a dream come true and something i hope to share with you in person when we next meet.  There are rumours of being asked to stay a bit longer here... i am not sure what will happen, but i will be sure to keep you posted.  I have made many friends here and i know that it won't be long before i see them again!

I hope these photos are able to communicate the world i have been fortunate to be part of...