Arabian Nights
I just saw a new play at the Berkeley Repertory Theatre title “Arabian Nights.” It was a fabulous cast of Equity performers. I must say I was disappointed with the nonunion performer. Compared to the rest of the group … well, let’s just say that she didn’t compare. Personally, I have learned that I have difficulty remembering to project my voice on the stage. Well, in this girl had the same problem and it made all her choices look weak on the stage. I quickly lost interest in her as I watched the show. Anytime she delivered a line, the energy of the show dropped. She had this one moment in the second act with a song solo. I couldn’t tell if she was riffing or just missing the notes. Do not misunderstand. This does not mean that I think she was a bad performer. By all means, no. But compared to the rest of the cast, she was weak. I really care about this because she was the only nonunion performer. Man, if I was the only nonunion performer in a cast, I would really step up to the plate. Personally, I feel in this business that you have to fight a little more for a good reputation as a performer if you are nonequity. Man, I am totally disappointed. I really wanted her to kick some ass.
P.S. On a totally different note, the show was excellent. A must see!
