Once again, Indian Creek School are performing Frozen Jr. at their campus, if you missed the first two shows, then you missed some amazing shows but you are in luck because there are two more this Saturday and Sunday at 3 PM. The school does great performances, and this show meets that bar, if you need a break from everything I suggest checking out their show – you won’t be disappointed. For more information check out Indian Creek School’s website at: https://indiancreekschool.ludus.com/index.php?show_id=200433386
I noted bringing a step stool in my last post. The reason for that is you can get up closer to the performer’s level without being on stage. This will make it easier to line up some shots. I actually like to bring 2 with me so I can have them positioned on both sides so less movement is involved. That stated, make sure you know what the performers are doing during the whole performance. For Froze, I knew that Elsa would be walking through the front row. Since I knew when and where I could be sure the stools would be out of the way before that part of the show.
Speaking of which, always be thankful. You may be photographing the show, but the performers, tech and stage crew, directors, costumers, makeup artists, choreographers, and everyone else who adds to the show adds to the shot you are composing. So be nice to everyone. It is their theater, after all, and you are there by their invitation. Theater is a bunch of different arts coming together in the form of a bigger production – use your art to work in sync with them, not against them.
Finally, know the show, know the show, know the show, and know the show. You don’t have to memorize everyone’s lines but if you know the plot it is going to be easier get the shots you are trying to get. This is especially important if you have only one dress rehearsal to work with.