So a few weeks ago after one of our rehearsals for the WEDDING SINGER (which opens this week i'm in the MWF cast come see it text me for more information) our director got up in front of us and asked "why do you do this? why perform?" And several members of the cast gave quick answers like "i love giving" and "i love the rush" and "i love making people happy." And I haven't been able to stop thinking about that moment because I really had to ask myself WHY do I do what I do. Why perform? Now those of you who know me know that once I get something in my head it NEVER leaves so I've been searching for the answer for a while and this is what I've decided :
I perform because I LOVE. Look at the answers other cast members gave above and what do they all have in common? LOVE. I love people, stories, music, dancing, dressing up, smiling, seeing other people smile, making people laugh, teaching someone a lesson, making someones day, changing someones life, putting ideas in peoples heads they might not have ever had before, singing my heart out, people clapping for me, feeling attractive, lights, sweating, working, learning, growing, discovering. and the list goes on and on.
I perform because it is my obligation to use the gifts I have been given to change lives. And in return I get SO much more than I deserve. I get to spend my life doing and studying the list above. Who could ask for anything more :)
3 comments:
Wow Jaron! You always know the right words to pick to express yourself and that is something I can't say for myself. I completely understand what you are saying about love! I know what I am on stage the love, excitement and thrill just explode from my finger tips! (Wow what a visual.) Very good job! Can't wait to see more!! :-)
love me some sappy blog post from jaron :)
All a mother can hope for is that her children will want to use the gifts they have been given to help and serve others. I am so grateful that you recognize your obligation to share your unique gifts with the world. I am also glad that it brings you some measure of love and joy in doing it!
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