Back again with more comments from some of the cast members of the two Peanuts-based shows taking the stage Thursday night for the final weekend run of shows.
Those shows are You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown, which runs Friday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2:30 p.m., and Snoopy!!! The Musical, which runs Thursday and Saturday at 8 p.m. The shows are at the Huntington City Hall auditorium.
Now, on with the e-interview!
Q: Is it difficult to rehearse two shows at once?
Kristin Caviani: Yes! One minute we'd be rehearsing one show and the next another! At times it was very confusing.
Sarah Bryan: I don't find it that difficult, except that when I first get to rehearsal, I sometimes don't know which play that we're going to do. But overall, it's not difficult, but fun and a good challenge.
Nathaniel Fornash: Yes, it is hard to rehearse two shows but it pays off in the end.
Taranee Karimpour: No, not really, but it takes a lot of time and patience.
Catherine Dennison: At first I would say yes. It is very difficult to learn both shows but it is worth it in the end.
Meg Barber: It is very different to do two shows. It's double the work, but double the fun. It's cool to see how the characters relate to each other from each show, and how they change from each script.
Levi Kelley: Sometimes it definitely was a challenge. I know because we aren't running the same show as always, it took me a lot longer to get comfortable in running the show off-book, where as it doesn't usually take that long for me.
Rileigh Smirl: Yes, I will have to say it is hard doing two shows at once. Doing two shows at once means late nights, more costumes, more dancing, more props, more singing and most important of all more people!
Q: Why would you tell other kids they should take part in theatre?
Sarah Bryan: First, the people are awesome. People say theatre is dramatic, but, talking from experience, you find your best friends in theatre. Also, instead of just taking dance or being in a choir, it's a mixture of a lot of things. Also, it's a real challenge. You always find more of yourself from each show, because at the beginning, you'll say, "I could never do this." But by the end, you wondered how you ever didn't know how to do it.
Nathaniel Fornash: I feel other kids should take place in theatre and I've had a positive attitude.
Taranee Karimpour: I would tell people that you get to have fun and talk with friends, all while actually working. But you can also be yourself without being laughed at or thought weird by others. Also, if you like dancing, singing or acting, this is the place to be!
Catherine Dennison: Everything about a show is fun. The people are probably some of the best, they understand you and are friends that will stay with you for the rest of your life. Also, the joy of acting, singing, and dancing all mixed into one is a great plus.
Kristin Caviani: You learn confidence, respect, how to work well with big and little groups of people, how to be independent, memorization skills, new friends, and have a really really great time with fabulous people.
Meg Barber: I think kids should do theater because you meet so many wonderful people. Also because it is not like any other sport, and it's very unique.
Levi Kelley: Well, I'd say the friends you make out of it is the most important thing. Like for instance, Meg Riley, who plays my little sister Sally Brown in the show, she goes to school with me, and I'd never even met the girl before this show! And now we're practically inseparable! But the applause is also well worth it. To me it's just the sort of "tip of the hat" for working so hard and putting so much into this show.
Rileigh Smirl: Take part in theatre to meet new friends, hearing some great jokes and in my case seeing some pretty cool magic tricks backstage. I have been in 16 shows - every one of them special to me. I have done some pretty crazy things in theatre - from falling down some steps a few times to wearing some pretty crazy costumes. So yes, theatre is challenging but in the end when you take that final bow it's every ounce as rewarding!
Q: Last question: Why would you recommend this show to our readers?
Sarah Bryan: I would recommend this show to them because firstly they're both really funny shows. Also, the songs are really upbeat and fun. The actors are great, and it's just so much fun to watch and be in both of them.
Taranee Karimpour: Because it is hilarious! You can watch a bunch of little children (and a dog and bird) go on adventures and be goofy, and much, much more.
Catherine Dennison: Because it is a classic and it is so funny your stomach will hurt when you leave!
Meg Barber: They are great show with wonderful themes. We try to make the audience feel like they're a part of the show, and it's fun for all ages.
Levi Kelley: It's adorable. If you love the Peanuts gang, you'll love this. It captures the spirit of the comics and TV specials and puts these characters you grew up watching right on the stage in front of you! And to me that's just magical.
Rileigh Smirl: I would recommend the show because it is both entertaining, dramatic, colorful and funny and fit for kids of all ages (including 50 and up). This show is a true ride for adults, seniors and kids!
Kristin Caviani: Obviously, I'm a tad biased. However, I really love both shows. I think that the shows portray different sides of characters. In You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown, Chuck is seen as his awkward low-self -esteemed self and Snoopy is a very humorous surface character, just like you see in the comic strip. As a contrast, in Snoopy!!! The Musical, Charlie Brown is portrayed as just Snoopy's owner and Snoopy has more depth to his character, you see his background, his thoughts and his feelings. The leads in both shows are doing a magnificent job! My woodstock, Rileigh, does some adorable things - she's always jumping around with cute little props. All in all, both shows are extremely adorable and I wholeheartedly recommend every reader come to both shows. They are cute, funny, and a really nice way to spend the evening with your family and friends.
Thanks again to the cast for their time - remember, this is the last weekend for these great shows - check 'em out!
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