Artist Spotlight Series: Stacey Garbarski
We are excited to launch our "Spotlight on Rising Talent" series, a unique initiative aimed at celebrating the remarkable artists at Are We Delicious?. Over the next several days, we invite you to join us as we illuminate the extraordinary individuals who bring their talent, dedication, and passion to our stage. #ArtistryUnveiled
Our journey begins with the introduction of the very first artist in this series, and we couldn't be more thrilled to shine a well-deserved spotlight on their artistic journey. At Are We Delicious?, we have the privilege of working with a diverse array of professional artists, each contributing their own unique flair to our productions. From actors and directors to playwrights and designers, our team is a testament to the incredible creativity that thrives within our intimate theatre community.
As we delve into this series, you'll have the opportunity to get to know these exceptional artists on a deeper level. Discover the inspirations, aspirations, and stories behind their creative processes, and gain insight into the heart and soul of what makes Are We Delicious? a haven for talent and artistic expression.
So, stay with us as we embark on this journey to celebrate our talented artists, shedding light on the remarkable work they do, and the passion that fuels our small theatre company's ever-burning creative fire. First up in the series, we have a talented AWD? artist to introduce to you, and their story is just the beginning of the captivating narratives we're excited to share.
FIRST UP ON ARTIST SPOTLIGHT
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Stacey Garbarski
DIRECTOR/IMPRESARIO
Originally from the Chicagoland area, Stacey graduated with their degree in Theatre Performance from Edgewood College in 2016. They’ve worked with many wonderful theatres in Wisconsin, as well as New York Fringe Festival, which led to a positive review of their performance in the New York Times. They were the first student from Edgewood College to win an award at the Kennedy Center Theatre Festival; Irene Ryan Competition (2015.) They have won multiple Madison Bartell Theatre Awards for their portrayals in Comedies throughout the years.
Are there specific topics, genres, or styles you want to explore in the Ghosts?
A ghost isn't just a paranormal experience. It's memories, fleeting feelings, really anything that isn't tangible and seems to happen in the blink of an eye. I want to explore what a ghost means to the ensemble focusing on "what haunts us, what are we afraid of, what happens next and something inexplicable/freaky." Delicious always has a flare for comedy but for this show we are exploring uneasiness and some drama as well.
What's the overall structure of the show?
We have 5 ensemble members who are each writing a scene and we will also have a monologue scene and a devised group piece. The show is a Delicious Classic in that the scenes are vignettes and the actors are playing different characters.
What techniques will AWD? use to support and build upon each of the writer/actors ideas during scene building?
We used a randomized matrix to decide who writes for whom and who acts for who. Then we give feedback as a group and let the author of the scene edit. This process is collaborative.
Are there specific ways you want to experiment and push the boundaries of the AWD? traditions in this show?
We aren't using total randomness for this show. In previous AWD it's 8 people, 8 props and 8 costumes thrown in the matrix and that's what you write about. This show has a softer matrix.
What's your vision for the overall atmosphere and energy of the show? How will you convey this during the performance?
Music, lights and elements you can't see (ex: knocking, distant noises, eyes playing tricks) will accomplish the unease that we are going for.
