Public Theatre's "Around the World in 80 Days"

For a month and a half I created, edited, and constantly re-edited a sound design for The Public Theatre's (in Lewiston) production of "Around the World in 80 Days". The show required canned music (my job) and live sound effects to be performed by a Foley artist (partially my job). The ASM performed the sound effects for most productions, but last week I was able to run effects for 2 shows. This involved following the script with props in hand or tap shoe ready-- cues marked after lines. I made train sounds, whistles, bells, and a few animal and native sounds with my voice. It was a chance to perform and yet not be stuck memorizing lines and blocking (movement on stage). It was what I normally do-- but the musical instruments were sound props.

The actors were sensational-- all from New York (or mostly), and making their living doing just this. The resumes alone were impressive and humbling-- these are motivated individuals that want something and work very hard to achieve it. Most of these actors were multiple characters and one was at least 8-- all different accents, motion, and facial features and dress-- all done in a flash. I am happy to have been involved with such great masters.

Thank you!