When we first started rehearsals for this show, Chris told us to go out and buy a copy of the book “Charlotte’s Web” . As I read it I realized how important this simple story really is. Some stories go beyond being a children’s story of entertainment and become something that touches something deep within us. “Charlotte’s Web” is one of those stories, and as we are pulling this show together, I’m starting to see how the same rings true for this production as well.
In rehearsing our cast has seen this show countless times, but still I find myself and other cast members laughing at scenes that will never grow tiresome. Something still feels warm inside me as I see the relationship between Wilbur and Charlotte grow. Everyone grows quiet as Charlotte dies, even though we’ve seen it happen over and over again, and without saying a word we know we are part of something special. This will be a great production, and I hope everyone who sees it leaves with a little more than they came in with.
