Barry Lied

Barry was lamenting a long rehearsal of Seussical and said his mantra was "I love theater, I love theatre..."

I don't think Barry was being honest. I've known Barry since 1994, and watched him work with kids of all ages for a long time. He does a fantastic job. Hannah is in Seussical, and worked with Barry a bunch while we are Bearden UMC. I think Barry puts himself through all this not so much for theater, but for the kids. Now sure, lied is probably too strong a word. Denial may be more accurate. Barry brings the same energy bare whether he's working with a group of kindergarteners or actors at the Oak Ridge Playhouse. Not an easy feat.

Ironically, Hannah's first time on stage was with Barry. We were doing a talent show at church as a fund raiser, and Hannah sang "Tomorrow". She thought Barry messed up, and made him start over. Humor.

Thanks Barry!

Go see Seussical! Or else...

Tish will be there.