I think I managed to cover all genres while I was here, apart from seeing some music. But perhaps after some physical fast paced Dance and some saddening Phsyical Theatre, the background music in the pub while supping a small red may count? Or more appropriately, the live music in the street when the sun is down and the street lamps are creating their own spotlights? Either way I love the atmosphere here in Edinburgh and I'm sorry that I won't be experiencing more of it.
One thing that made me curious was the different warming up techniques I experienced in the dressing rooms; from humming and singing, massage and shrugging, to crouching and counting. We artists are a funny bunch. I find it fascinating to see the various ways in which to prepare your body and mind for performance; to focus in on how and what you are about to present to an expectant audience. You can feel the nervous excitement and tension in the air. All I can say is to keep it varied, personal and fun: after a month of shows even warming up is going to be tiring.
Elephant Foot have had a great opening so far and I wish them all luck for the remainder of the festival. Of course, quite biased, I recommend a viewing. It's a powerful play and one not to miss. I shall look forward to hopefully returning with the company for next year's festival, but I shall ensure it's for the whole month! Otherwise I'll look forward to more projects with this company as it grows and grows over the next year and beyond.
Ciao for now xx
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