Wrap Up and Rest

This past week was fairly relaxed as we had no formal classes. We did have one final assignment due on Friday. Many classmates have now departed either for a break or for good. But I suppose we will always have Facebook.

I have to admit I have not done much this week except for finishing the last assignment and meeting a few friends and colleagues for a coffee and a chat. But I truly believe resting and relaxing are just as important as working. If there is one goal I have in moving to London and starting a new chapter, it is to find the work-life balance. People need time to unwind and not be structured or scheduled. There is a glorification of busy in our modern world and I think it is to our detriment some times. Creativity thrives when the mind is free to play.

This coming week the 8Squared team will get together and review our production and procedures. We will make our plans for the Autumn term's presentation. I will also attend some rehearsals of some student projects. These student projects have asked for a little producer help in some areas, so I am going in to see the projects in action.

I will also need to start putting together a schedule for my thesis project. I am writing two case studies. One on a new play in development and one on a new musical in development, to research workshopping methods for new works. I will need to attach myself to a couple of projects and this will require a search, lots of email queries and coordinating my schedule. I'll need time to sit in on the workshopping process and give myself ample time to do the reading and writing for the case studies. It is crucial that we organize ourselves as this is all independent work. The last thing we want is for time to slip away and not make the deadlines. So planning mode starts Monday.

I'll let you know how it all goes. In the meantime, enjoy Independence Day everyone!

Take care!
-m