I have run the gamut from stage crew to actor to stage manager to director. I had the chance today to uphold a Homer High School tradition. Since 1969, HHS has erected a replica version of London's Globe Theatre. It has undergone some changes in the last 43 years, but it remains the jewel in the Homer Shakespearean Society's crown.
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| The apron waiting to be assembled. |
It represents much more than our mutual love for Shakespeare; however.
It reminds us that we are part of something much bigger and much longer lasting than ourselves. It creates a sense of community so cherished that people remember both the first and last times that they put it up.
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| The author, multi-tasking on bracing duty. |
Some of my proudest moments have happened there and I am forever grateful for the chance to share them.
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| The Globe Theatre of the Homer Shakespearean Society |
I miss this so much, and I do remember the first and the last time I put up The Globe. I think about My Family often and miss all of the fun we had during rehearsals and set construction. No wonder I have the logo of the Society tattooed on my ankle. I loved every minute of it. One of these days I will make it back to Homer for Globe Day, and when I do, I know there will be Hawaiian Pizza with extra pineapple around. =)
ReplyDeleteThis was my first and last time putting the Globe up, as a student/cast member, but I know I'll definitely be back around in the future to help! I really didn't know what I was missing by skipping Globe day. It was such a fantastic experience and I hope the rest of Merry Wives will be as well! I hope these memories will keep me sane through college... :)
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