One down, how many more to go?

First things first. I got called back to the 2 person show, and had a fabulous call back. I felt like I was being genuine with the character- pretty much all that I could really do. It came down to me and another girl, and we went back and forth like a tennis match. I would read, she would read. We would talk and giggle in between. I would read, she would read. It didn't help that she was cute and sweet. We got along well, and it wasn't the fake getting along that so many actresses seem to be so good at. I could honestly see her as the character, and just seeing that made me realize that she had gotten the role. I didn't really think I was going to get it for some reason, but maybe I did this on purpose to not get my hopes up in case I got...the call. Well, the call came and my instincts were right. I was told that I didn't look the part as well as she did, which is such a huge part of the equation. The odd thing is is I'm not upset. Sure it would have been a great part to play, but deep down I feel that this is exactly what is suppossed to happen. It makes me work harder for the next audition. Note to self: put "will change appearance for character" on resume. Just kidding.

The good thing is is that I met knew people, and I have a feeling they are good contacts. I'm trying to take something out of every NY experience I will have, this one not being an exception. So we'll see what's to come. Excuse me while I go try to find more monologues...

But until then, I'll leave you with some proof that Lauren and I are having a blast together. It's very funny- we turn into such school girls whenever Omar's away. Ok. That's a lie- we giggle just as much when he's here than when he's not. The following is an example of part of our Saturday night.

E: I feel like dancing. Do you want to dance?
L: Like what kind of dancing?
E: Just dancing to the music. (It was Byork)
L: Ok.

Done and done! I didn't have to twist her arm! So for a good 30 or 40 minutes we jammed in the livingroom. It was quite fun and honestly kind of therapeutic. We would laugh and giggle together, then we would go off into our own little world...my world was right in front of the floor fan. It's hotter than a mug up here.

Quickly, thank you for all the positive energy you all were sending my way during the audition and callback process. It really makes this whole huge giant leap of what I'm doing that much easier.

love love.
Em