BWW Blog: Amanda Grillo - Our School, Our Show, OUR TOWN: A First Look at University of New Haven's Production of OUR TOWN

The season has officially begun at the University of New Haven. Our season opener, Our Town, has officially begun the rehearsal and I am honored to be a part of this amazing cast as Lady in the Box, Man Among the Dead, and a member of the Choir. I am thrilled to be able to bring you behind the scenes as we bring Thorton Wilder's American classic to life at the Bucknall Theatre.

For those who may not be familiar with Our Town, the play follows George Gibb and Emily Webb through their life in fictional Grover's Corners, New Hampshire as narrated by the Stage Manager. We follow the young couple through youth, being newlyweds, and death while becoming accustomed to the small town life and the community within.

The family begins to form as rehearsals progress and the cast becomes reacquainted with the familiar faces and welcome new faces with open arms. This is my first main stage production that I am performing in at the university, as opposed to my usual backstage role, and my transition has been nothing but smooth.

By the time this is posted we will have had one read through and one on our feet rehearsal. The process has only begun, with even more adventures and interviews to follow.

Stay tuned for more behind the scenes photos, interviews, and more! Our Town will grace the Bucknall Theatre November 16th -19th.