Today’s date: Sunday July 12, 2026
Show Title: Antony & Cleopatra
Director: Mili Koncelik
Staff Crew: Analise Toone, Topher Zane (RDAs), Julia Hill, John Spellman (interns)
What we did
After a brief stretch, Mili previewed the schedule for today and gave notes and reminders (wearing close toed shoes in rehearsals, having their hair in the style it will be for their character, etc.). We then ran through a worklist of certain scenes (1.5, 2.2 added section, 2.7 conversation between Pompey and Menas, 3.13 Cleopatra-Thidias interaction). For most of them, Mili worked on text work, physicality and blocking so it is clear and established for campers. For 2.2, the camper playing Enobarbus received this added-back-in section just a few days ago so Mili worked through the monologue with them so they (and the other two people in the scene) know what they’re saying/what is being said, 5.2, and the moment between Cleopatra and the Clown (also in 5.2). Earlier in worklist work, Topher and Analise met with campers involved in any intimacy moments in the play to review said moments. We then revisited Iras’ and Charmian’s death and new “choreography” right up to the moment of their character’s deaths. After a break, we had an intimacy call in a separate room (no fight call for today’s run – instead miming the actions and footwork). Afterwards, we began a full run!
Quick and Quotable
- From the play: “Yes, forsooth I wish you joy o’th’worm.” Clown, 5.2
- From the director: “I’m a little gremlin.” “I understand Dr. Frankenstein.”
- From the cast: “He’s really good at a certain type of sound.” Audrey
Production Insights
The days leading up to the final performance always have so much going on. For a theatre camp, it feels like it is even more so. However, I’m learning that the nerves and adrenaline to remember where you are supposed to be fuels the energy and just means your dedication level is high. While stress levels can also be high during this time, it all pays off when you are in the performance with an audience that is not just the director, RDAs and interns. That aspect will add energy to the performance. While it may be an anxiety-inducing time, it is one of my favorite parts of the rehearsal process, as you are anticipating finally sharing this product with family, friends and those from the community.
