Thurs 14th Jan

For this run of act 2 I was off cast , we thought we'd let the other cast pick up from where they left off . I think I do well as a 'homelss extra' I know jingle bells and it's layout a lot better and clearer now . What really lets down the 'street/homelss' scenes at this point is that the year 12's aren't confident on the lyrics .  It needs a lot more power and anger to build it up and make it strong . At the moment it looks messy and people look like they don't know what their doing . However the Homeless hanging round in their shelters look really effective (especially) in the opening song 'Rent' . Also the red flickering light looks really convincing as a fire . The homeless also really help build up Maureen's protest . Having everyone there shouting and participating helps add and build the atmosphere . It also looks really busy and powerful on the stage . Also being an extra really helps bring certain scenes alive with an outdoor 'street' feel . It makes the stage look like a busy street when the homeless interact with the main cast .