farewell

Farewell to the play.

I just finished my directorial debut as a director of Holland Christian's Much Ado About Nothing. It has been one of the most incredible experiences of my life! The cast that I had the opportunity to work with was amazing. I just can't begin to describe, to anyone outside of this production, what it was like to work with them. The way that they treat, and love each other. The way that they are obviously doing this to glorify the God that they truly are seeking to grow closer with. The way that they are so incredibly dedicated, and have worked themselves to the bone. And the way that they have welcomed me with open arms. I was incredibly nervous when this whole process started. Feeling like I am still very close to their age, and I have no experience as a director, and I just didn't really know any of them going into this, were all of the things that were causing me to doubt, at the beginning, whether or not I was capable of this. Looking back on the first few practices, I remember feeling like I might actually throw up because I was so nervous. Comparing those first practices to how comfortable I feel now with the entire cast is like night and day. I love them all so much. I am so so so beyond thankful for the chance I got to do this. Not only was it a blast, and not only will it look amazing on a resume, but it was a blessing to be encouraged, impressed, and amazed daily by the students of this cast.
I am going to miss this, and all of them, sooo much!

Thank you Jesus for this awesome gift that I was given.
Yay for the theatre!