Assets Moving and Opening Night a Success

Life's been hectic since my last post.  Work is unrelenting - I suppose with New Zealand's largest sporting event looming, my contribution towards it will be increasingly demanded - the play I'm in has opened, and I've managed to sell off a number of my assets.  It's all in aid of shedding items and procuring cash before I head overseas to live.

First thing to go was my gym membership.  I had mixed feelings about this, as I love the Les Mills group fitness classes, but also needed to relieve myself of the burden of a contract before I left the shores of New Zealand.  So that has been put to rest now.  Fortunately I have a treadmill at home to avail myself of if I need to exercise and the weather is inclement.

Second asset to depart was my car.  It was fortuitous that a friend had just returned from overseas and was in need of a vehicle.  They've taken it off my hands, which means one less item I have to move in the next 3 weeks before I go.  Thankfully I have access to another vehicle at home, so I can still get to and from the show this season!  (There's another story about the day I handed the car over to my friend, but I'll save that for a future post.)

There are still a few items yet to sell, but I am certain that will be sorted in due course.

Last night Dolphin Theatre in Onehunga opened 'A Few Good Men' by Aaron Sorkin.  Directed by Annie Whittaker, with 15 male actors and me as the sole female actress, the performance we gave last night was enhanced by an enthusiastic audience.  A few lines were dropped and technical cues missed - which is nothing unusual on opening night! - yet we still managed to pull together a cohesive and entertaining show, so I think the rest of the run will go well.  Today's matinee may be a little flat due to coming down off the high and hype of last night; however the confidence we gained from opening night will stand us in good stead for today.  Onwards and upwards for the rest of the season!

I'm looking forward to getting into the theatre scene in London.  And believe that in a few year's time, I will be on the way to establishing myself in the acting world where there are greater opportunities to be taken with both hands.  Bring. It. On.