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Weddings are such a tricky thing as a performer. I could say yes to attending a wedding, but that could kick me out of the possibility of doing a show for several months. Many theatres do not accept people with conflicts. That is highly rare.
My best friend is getting married (yay!) and I HAVE to be there. It will be in November and the date is not set yet. This wedding means a lot to me, but it still sucks - the fact that it can knock me out of the possibility of having work for several months … but I have to do it.
But I have to commit to this wedding. We all have the choice and if it means I will have to jobless for a few months, so be it.
I love my friends very VERY much. It is not everyday when your best friend gets to walk down the aisle. Right now I keep picturing her in her wedding dress and it makes me feel so warm and fuzzy inside. I can’t wait to be there. Man, I am getting emotional.
I am putting this topic out there because as professional performers, we all go through this … weddings, family gatherings, … it is impossible to be there for all of it. If we really want to be present for all of it, you are in the wrong industry. It is not a job that favors vacations.


Posted in General on October 3rd, 2007

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2 Responses to “Fitting in Weddings”

  1. Greg Says:
    October 4th, 2007 at 8:26 pm

    Does this mean no White Christmas?

  2. Genoa Says:
    October 8th, 2007 at 12:16 am

    Thanks for making it to my wedding! It meant a lot to me that you were there. You’re fabulous and I enjoy reading your blogs.


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