Amazing responses today! 30 in all I think. And some grand ideas to toss back and forth. I’m looking forward to hearing from everyone. Yes, it is early, but the 2015 experience behind me, I can assure you that physical arrangements (room, board, venue) will take well over a year to plan.
So here’s what we have so far from you: approval of the early start, the committee idea, at least two plays, including Camp Shakespeareans, having retreat(s) or meetings before reunion, and exploring a variety of ways to celebrate the 50th. There is some concern with early meetings and venues but I’d certainly hate for us to be worried at this point about what we think will not work. Your letters say that you are eager to play again. Let’s go from there.
Beginning, we need to talk with James about what plans he has for the 50th. I have begun that conversation and will continue in September. Next, I think it would be good to have a committee of 6 or 8 to develop ideas for possible schedules, “retreats” or “early meetings” prior to the reunion week and play selection. If we could get something of a broad outline of that set down, we could begin to talk to folks about reservations. And maybe another committee of say 4-6 begin thinking about other ways of celebrating the 50th, involving Camp kids and James’ students as well, and former students who can come for only the weekend of performances and the great meal!
One thing IS clear: we cannot use the Winedale stage for work or play until James is through and that may be August 17. And another: the fee will be about $1,000 per person.
I can tell already that there is interest in general gatherings of the performing groups (like the Wednesday evening in 2015) so if we increased the number of days, there might be two such times for that.
All for now, with thanks!
Doc
Hi, Doc, I would love to be a part of the fiftieth reunion! Mary P.S. Mike, could you get me on this mailing list as "collinsmary166@gmail.com"? Thank you.
On Wednesday, August 9, 2017 6:20 PM, James Ayres jayres@cvctx.com wrote:
Amazing responses today! 30 in all I think. And some grand ideas to toss back and forth. I’m looking forward to hearing from everyone. Yes, it is early, but the 2015 experience behind me, I can assure you that physical arrangements (room, board, venue) will take well over a year to plan. So here’s what we have so far from you: approval of the early start, the committee idea, at least two plays, including Camp Shakespeareans, having retreat(s) or meetings before reunion, and exploring a variety of ways to celebrate the 50th. There is some concern with early meetings and venues but I’d certainly hate for us to be worried at this point about what we think will not work. Your letters say that you are eager to play again. Let’s go from there. Beginning, we need to talk with James about what plans he has for the 50th. I have begun that conversation and will continue in September. Next, I think it would be good to have a committee of 6 or 8 to develop ideas for possible schedules, “retreats” or “early meetings” prior to the reunion week and play selection. If we could get something of a broad outline of that set down, we could begin to talk to folks about reservations. And maybe another committee of say 4-6 begin thinking about other ways of celebrating the 50th, involving Camp kids and James’ students as well, and former students who can come for only the weekend of performances and the great meal! One thing IS clear: we cannot use the Winedale stage for work or play until James is through and that may be August 17. And another: the fee will be about $1,000 per person. I can tell already that there is interest in general gatherings of the performing groups (like the Wednesday evening in 2015) so if we increased the number of days, there might be two such times for that. All for now, with thanks! Doc
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Hello friends,
It’s great hearing from everyone about this momentous occasion! I am eager to help out any way I can, and look forward to learning more about your plans. We are just now beginning our final weekend of the 2017 season (I believe I will be seeing some of you tonight!), but 2018, 2019 and 2020 will be on us before we know it.
All the best to all,
James
On Aug 9, 2017, at 6:19 PM, James Ayres <jayres@cvctx.commailto:jayres@cvctx.com> wrote:
Amazing responses today! 30 in all I think. And some grand ideas to toss back and forth. I’m looking forward to hearing from everyone. Yes, it is early, but the 2015 experience behind me, I can assure you that physical arrangements (room, board, venue) will take well over a year to plan.
So here’s what we have so far from you: approval of the early start, the committee idea, at least two plays, including Camp Shakespeareans, having retreat(s) or meetings before reunion, and exploring a variety of ways to celebrate the 50th. There is some concern with early meetings and venues but I’d certainly hate for us to be worried at this point about what we think will not work. Your letters say that you are eager to play again. Let’s go from there.
Beginning, we need to talk with James about what plans he has for the 50th. I have begun that conversation and will continue in September. Next, I think it would be good to have a committee of 6 or 8 to develop ideas for possible schedules, “retreats” or “early meetings” prior to the reunion week and play selection. If we could get something of a broad outline of that set down, we could begin to talk to folks about reservations. And maybe another committee of say 4-6 begin thinking about other ways of celebrating the 50th, involving Camp kids and James’ students as well, and former students who can come for only the weekend of performances and the great meal!
One thing IS clear: we cannot use the Winedale stage for work or play until James is through and that may be August 17. And another: the fee will be about $1,000 per person.
I can tell already that there is interest in general gatherings of the performing groups (like the Wednesday evening in 2015) so if we increased the number of days, there might be two such times for that.
All for now, with thanks!
Doc
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I would like to participate photography-wise.. (no memorization required, and I am slow of study these days...)... however I can be used.. I am no professional, but an enthusiastic amateur and ready to celebrate in any way by active and appreciative observation !
Laura.
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On Aug 9, 2017, at 6:19 PM, James Ayres jayres@cvctx.com wrote:
Amazing responses today! 30 in all I think. And some grand ideas to toss back and forth. I’m looking forward to hearing from everyone. Yes, it is early, but the 2015 experience behind me, I can assure you that physical arrangements (room, board, venue) will take well over a year to plan.
So here’s what we have so far from you: approval of the early start, the committee idea, at least two plays, including Camp Shakespeareans, having retreat(s) or meetings before reunion, and exploring a variety of ways to celebrate the 50th. There is some concern with early meetings and venues but I’d certainly hate for us to be worried at this point about what we think will not work. Your letters say that you are eager to play again. Let’s go from there.
Beginning, we need to talk with James about what plans he has for the 50th. I have begun that conversation and will continue in September. Next, I think it would be good to have a committee of 6 or 8 to develop ideas for possible schedules, “retreats” or “early meetings” prior to the reunion week and play selection. If we could get something of a broad outline of that set down, we could begin to talk to folks about reservations. And maybe another committee of say 4-6 begin thinking about other ways of celebrating the 50th, involving Camp kids and James’ students as well, and former students who can come for only the weekend of performances and the great meal!
One thing IS clear: we cannot use the Winedale stage for work or play until James is through and that may be August 17. And another: the fee will be about $1,000 per person.
I can tell already that there is interest in general gatherings of the performing groups (like the Wednesday evening in 2015) so if we increased the number of days, there might be two such times for that.
All for now, with thanks!
Doc
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Laura,
You took the most memorable photographs of Winedale. All those black and white beauties. You always caught something else at work besides the "play" -- whether the play was at the Waggoner's or in the barn.
Who better to chronicle the 50th.
With love and admiration,
Terry
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I would like to participate photography-wise.. (no memorization required, and I am slow of study these days...)... however I can be used.. I am no professional, but an enthusiastic amateur and ready to celebrate in any way by active and appreciative observation !
Laura.
Sent from my iPad
On Aug 9, 2017, at 6:19 PM, James Ayres jayres@cvctx.com wrote:
Amazing responses today! 30 in all I think. And some grand ideas to toss back and forth. I’m looking forward to hearing from everyone. Yes, it is early, but the 2015 experience behind me, I can assure you that physical arrangements (room, board, venue) will take well over a year to plan.
So here’s what we have so far from you: approval of the early start, the committee idea, at least two plays, including Camp Shakespeareans, having retreat(s) or meetings before reunion, and exploring a variety of ways to celebrate the 50th. There is some concern with early meetings and venues but I’d certainly hate for us to be worried at this point about what we think will not work. Your letters say that you are eager to play again. Let’s go from there.
Beginning, we need to talk with James about what plans he has for the 50th. I have begun that conversation and will continue in September. Next, I think it would be good to have a committee of 6 or 8 to develop ideas for possible schedules, “retreats” or “early meetings” prior to the reunion week and play selection. If we could get something of a broad outline of that set down, we could begin to talk to folks about reservations. And maybe another committee of say 4-6 begin thinking about other ways of celebrating the 50th, involving Camp kids and James’ students as well, and former students who can come for only the weekend of performances and the great meal!
One thing IS clear: we cannot use the Winedale stage for work or play until James is through and that may be August 17. And another: the fee will be about $1,000 per person.
I can tell already that there is interest in general gatherings of the performing groups (like the Wednesday evening in 2015) so if we increased the number of days, there might be two such times for that.
All for now, with thanks!
Doc
My apologies for being late in this. Have been away. Count me in! Look forward to it. Love, m
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On Aug 9, 2017, at 7:20 PM, James Ayres <jayres@cvctx.commailto:jayres@cvctx.com> wrote:
Amazing responses today! 30 in all I think. And some grand ideas to toss back and forth. I’m looking forward to hearing from everyone. Yes, it is early, but the 2015 experience behind me, I can assure you that physical arrangements (room, board, venue) will take well over a year to plan.
So here’s what we have so far from you: approval of the early start, the committee idea, at least two plays, including Camp Shakespeareans, having retreat(s) or meetings before reunion, and exploring a variety of ways to celebrate the 50th. There is some concern with early meetings and venues but I’d certainly hate for us to be worried at this point about what we think will not work. Your letters say that you are eager to play again. Let’s go from there.
Beginning, we need to talk with James about what plans he has for the 50th. I have begun that conversation and will continue in September. Next, I think it would be good to have a committee of 6 or 8 to develop ideas for possible schedules, “retreats” or “early meetings” prior to the reunion week and play selection. If we could get something of a broad outline of that set down, we could begin to talk to folks about reservations. And maybe another committee of say 4-6 begin thinking about other ways of celebrating the 50th, involving Camp kids and James’ students as well, and former students who can come for only the weekend of performances and the great meal!
One thing IS clear: we cannot use the Winedale stage for work or play until James is through and that may be August 17. And another: the fee will be about $1,000 per person.
I can tell already that there is interest in general gatherings of the performing groups (like the Wednesday evening in 2015) so if we increased the number of days, there might be two such times for that.
All for now, with thanks!
Doc
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