Blog #29

Blog #28

This is an image of the panels that are going to be on the background of the different scenes. I helped Erika move the panels to the stage so that the other people could put the feet on them so they would stand.

This is an image of Adriana and I setting up all the lava lamps. We opened the new ones and picked the 4 best ones to have in Jeannie's office and we put away the lava lamps that were extra. We made sure the 4 we chose worked and that the plug worked too.

This is an image of the list of props and costumes for every character in our play. I helped Luna to tape these in the guys' dressing rooms so that everyone knows what they need for every scene.

This is an image of the props table for our class. I helped Camelia and Adriana to set this up so that on the day of the play and during rehearsals everyone knows where everything is and so that everything is organized.

Blog #27

Post your thoughts about specific character interactions, lines, actions and more in the play.

What stands out to you? Why?

What stands out to me is how much work is involved in creating a play/production. Usually people just see the final performance but they don't know about all the work backstage and behind the final product. I'm impressed at all the work people have been doing to get this project done the best it can be. Also all the communication that has been going on between groups and all the team work.

What Acts or Scenes?

The scene that stands out to me is Act I Scene II when all the students introduce each other. This scene really stands out because almost everyone is rhyming when they introduce themselves and its the first scene that the audience gets to notice this is a musical and everyone is different from Tyler, or that's what he thinks. It is also a funny scene and makes the audience laugh. I also like the scene where "The Boys" fight Tyler by dancing around him.

What lines? Actions? Interactions?

I like when the coach starts talking to Tyler and then suddenly just starts yelling at him and being mean, also how she starts singing "Nobody Cares". I also like when Clem talks to Oliver and teaches him how to get people's wallets. What also stands out is the way "The Boys" try to act "tough" and are similar to the ones in "Grease."

(Aside from "be louder..." or "where does this go?") What constructive feedback do you have for actors, directors, managers, props, sets, etc. based on what you have seen?

I think the actors should watch the movies or TV shows their characters are based off to really see what their character is like. This will help them to really be their character and it will help the audience better notice what each character from our play was based off. They should also practice saying their lines in front of the mirror to see how they are showing their character.

Blog #26

Post three photos of the work (or screenshots) that you have created over the past week for our exhibition. Think of the rehearsals, the costumes, the sets, everything!

1) Organized list of props and joined them together with the costume list so Camellia could have an easier time tracking who has brought in what.

2) Helped tape off the main commons so the actors had an idea of how much space they would have up on stage at the actual Theater, which will be used for practicing.

3) Helped tape down markings of where props should be going during the scenes like chairs, tables, boxes, etc. on the main commons.

What are you most proud of so far?

I'm very proud that my partner and I are able to communicate with all the different groups/jobs and just anyone and be able to help them whenever they need help. I think communication is really important in every project and a lot more important in this one because we are basically working as a class and not as individuals. I feel like my partner and I have really good communication between us and with everyone and are able to easily talk to them about what they're working on and what they need to do and keep them on track.

What are you excited about in our exhibition?

I'm really excited to see how people will react when they go into the Potiker Theater and seeing that its the real deal because even if we showed the class pictures, that doesn't compare to actually going into the Theater and getting to see how huge it really is. I'm excited to see how our final work/exhibition will turn out. I really hope it will be great and that people enjoy watching both of our plays. I'm excited to see my classmates perform on stage in front of a huge audience.

Blog #25

I will do my site visit most likely on Friday December 9th.

Answer the following, following your internship site visit.


Survival


* Where is your internship?

Kensington Veterinary Hospital, 3817 Adams Avenue San Diego, CA 92116

* How did you get there?

My dad gave me a ride

* How long did it take?

15-20 minutes

* What did you eat for breakfast?

Cereal

* What food, coffee, or other survival options are nearby?

Subway, Vons

* What can you eat for lunch in a normal day at internship?

I will bring lunch from my house because they can provide a refrigerator there.

* Where will you sit, stand, be, or work when you are internship?

I will mostly be at the computer room or observing the work around the hospital

* Where are the bathrooms?

It's right when you come in to the right

People

* Who is your mentor and what is he or she like?

Her name is Gabriela Ramirez and she is very nice and friendly

* What stands out most or seems most interesting about your mentor?

She really loves her job and loves to tell people about it and teach

* Who are your other coworkers?

Jackie, Angelie and other veterinarians

* What stands out most or seems most interesting about your future coworkers?

They all enjoy doing their work and are ready to teach

Work

* What is your internship project likely to be?

Maybe a PSA or information video that helps the veterinary hospital

* What skills will you use at your internship?

Computer and communication skills

* What are you likely to learn at internship?

Wheter or not to become a veterinarian also what it takes to be veterinarian and how to treat animals and talk to their owners

* What will you create at your internship?

Probably a video that informs people

Thoughts

* What might present a challenge at internship?

The animals not willing to cooperate

* What is surprising about your internship?

That they let me see cats and other animals get surgery

* How will you stand out at your internship?

I will always be positive and ready to do whatever I am told and ready to learn

* What will you do to make the most of this opportunity?

I will take every opportunity to learn something new every day

And...

* Create your own question and answer it here....

What do you like the most about this internship?

Being around animals and being able to help

Blog #24

As you prepare for your internship site visit, please consider the following... and then write a thoughtful blog entry that addresses as many as possible.

My goals for the site visit tomorrow are to make a great first impression and get to know my mentor a little better. Also maybe talk about ideas for projects and get to know the veterinary hospital I'll be working at for 3 weeks in January. I'm looking forward to having fun in my internship experience and learn a lot from it and make a decision whether or not I want to be a veterinarian after experiencing what its like. I am also looking forward to meeting knew people who know a lot about this field and are willing to teach me. I also hope to take as much out of this internship experience as possible and be able to represent our school well and be a great intern. I'm a little concerned about what exactly I will do and maybe transportation for some of the days. I think I'll most likely be helping around the hospital helping with the animals and making sure everything is fine. I'm hoping to do a project that will help them in some way and at the end turn in an awesome project. There isn't really any questions I have about internship right now.

Blog #23

1. What has been the most successful aspects of your role in the Theater Project?

As one of the production managers an important role that I carry is organization and communication. Throughout the project Naxiely and I have been working on the Calender keeping it up to date so everyone can have an idea of what will be coming their way and keeping everyone on the same page. We also do check ins with each person and record what their goals will be and what they will have completed for the next meeting. This is a very good way that Naxiely and I know what everyone is up to which allows us to see how the project is progressing as well.

2. What has been the most challenging aspect of your individual role in the Theater Project?

The most challenging aspect Naxiely and I, as production managers, have faced has been being able to keep track of every single person in our classroom and making sure they are doing what they said they were going to do and having time to actually go through with everyone and make sure they are doing good and if they aren't then actually help them get their stuff done. Sometimes we feel like there is not enough time in class for us to help everyone, because there are too many people and only two of us but we try to do our best to get to everyone.

3. What questions do you have that will help you complete each aspect of your Theater Job as well as possible so that we have a fantastic Exhibition?

There aren't actually any question I have currently. I would just want to know if there is anyone that needs help with any of their Theater jobs so then either Naxiely and I can help them to make sure everything is perfect for exhibition.

4. What are you thankful for in your first semester (so far) as an 11th grader?

I am thankful for all I've been able to accomplish this semester. I'm also thankful for all the help I've received from my teachers and tutors on homework, assignments, essays and just anything I've needed help with. I am also thankful for all the critiques and feedback I've received on my work from my classmates because that has really help me improve in my writing and learn from my mistakes.