The Rivals was particularly challenging because there is no class that complements the acting challenges that Restoration theatre addresses. It was therefore the responsiblity of the director to teach the style as well as direct the scene. For this scene I chose the metaphorical image of a portrait. More important than the picture itself, I wanted the brush strokes to inform the movement of the actors. This allowed for a variety of floor patterns for the actors, ranging from slow and calculating movements to large sweeping ones.
"The preperation Chris put into this scene shined through. He made the best use of our time."--Cast Member
"Chris was always sure to complement us, respect our time and opinions, be constructive, and stay positive."--Cast Member
"He made every actor feel important. I loved going to rehearsal. It was a very positive experience and I felt proud to be a part of it."--Cast Member