Every Little Step
My husband and I took our older daughter this evening to a special cinema where they were showing the documentary, Every Little Step. The film portrays
the casting process for the revival a couple years ago of the Broadway show, Chorus Line. What a tremendous story, especially for my daughter who is studying theatre as a freshman in college. The film portrays the discipline, the struggle, the highs and lows of performers who are hugely gifted and yet competing for just a few roles. The initial audition drew 3,000 people! We were also reminded that in musical theatre, each performer has to be "a triple threat" - incredibly strong as dancers, vocalists, and actors. My heart went out to those who longed for a part and just missed.
I absolutely love any films that tell the story behind the story. And in this case, I was once again inspired by the dedication of young artists to do what they love, to excel in their craft, to sacrifice so much for their dreams. I wonder how many artists are that disciplined in our local churches, willing to continually stretch themselves, continually developing their skills, practicing hour upon hour upon hour. It's so easy for all of us to become comfortable wherever we are at and to slide into the monotony of a comfort zone. I was challenged to ask myself how I can improve, what would be required to take my own gifts to another level of excellence and effectiveness.