Day 1563: Last rehearsal

Both Matt and Graciela were saving their voices for tomorrow so the vocal director sang Aida's part and the orchestra director sang the role of Radames.  It was a sweet and tender performance, even though some of the actors slipped out of character.  Tomorrow, the cast will be excited and motivated, but by Saturday they'll be melancholy.

Fortunately, there was little to do but watch, because we were tired from the final cook class.  Eight students came from Cassadaga and three from Silver Creek. Everyone got along beautifully.   They gobbled up the potatoes and ate all the popcorn.  Most of the student leaders were rookies, so they did not have the confidence to hold their groups.  It got crazy trying to direct the packing of bulk foods and fit backpacks at the same time.  We are out of smalls and medium backpacks, so we'll have to borrow or buy a few more. It has been a strain on our equipment supplies to add 26 kids from communities where there is little gear in basements and garages.

Emma instructing while the potatoes cook.