I chuckled when I read Tharp’s self-revelatory statement on page 40: “I don’t want them [the dancers] merely involved. I’m looking for insane commitment” HA! Singers, do you ever get that idea from me? Come on, admit it! I know that you think “Sheesh, Dr. O, you really expect us to sound like that?”
Yes.
If you read Tharp’s next statement, you’ll learn something about me. ”I’m no less strict with myself. I’m always taking temperature readings of my commitment…and pushing myself to be more committed than anyone else.”
If I ask it of you, I must model it. If I ask for you to be prepared, then I must be. If I ask you to work on your craft, I must do so. If I ask you to treat others like you would like to be treated, I must model that behavior.
Insane commitment.
Why not?
Dr. O
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sounds like a good plan
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