But What I Really Want to do is Direct

That's every artistic person's dream, right? I've always laughed at those people and thought that a little talent and knowledge doesn't automatically make you a good director. In my theater life, I am an actor that likes to be directed. I never really thought that I had any imagination or creativity for blocking. The times that I've had to block myself have been such a drudgery. So, of course, I'm in yet another situation where I had the "freedom" to block myself in a few pieces for Easter Vigil. (I know, "it's not a performance", right? Sure...) For the first time in my life I have also been given the opportunity to "direct" other people. At first, I didn't think I'd be able to come up with anything. Imagine my surprise when I got focused and started telling my cast of kids exactly where, when and how to move with great animation. I actually sounded like maybe I knew something! The coolest thing was that I could picture the movement and could explain it in such a way that the real thing is very close to my imagination. I've always had a hard time translating physical ideas from my brain to reality, so I am completely flabbergasted that I have succesfully directed these kids in movement that, I think, is visually interesting and natural enough for the kids to execute with ease. Now, who knows if it will stay that way, but at least today the magic was there.