Just like back in grade school, Saturday was “Picture Day” for the FIRST DATE cast.  Technically we were taking publicity photos, but just like those days in school, everyone had to deliberate the night before as to “what am I going to wear tomorrow?”

The day began a t 9:30 at The Railshake Brewery in Highland.  No, we were’t starting the day with a tall cool one.  Teffy, at The Shake, graciously offered to let us take our pictures at her restaurant.  While they were trying to get ready for a busy day, we were busy getting in the way and dismantling everything in our path.   Theater people are an odd lot to start with (I personnally don’t think so, but that’s the impression I get from non-theater folks).  So, despite the fact that we completely disrupted their morning, they were wonderful hosts.

“I just don’t get these people”

The photo shoot went great – well, as OK as any mayhem-laden event can be.  Last minute costume adjustments, touching up the nail polish (that was me), lighting checks and furniture relocation – all contributing to the excitement.

“OK, you stand here . . no move a little closer to her . . . no, no, no, that’s TOO close.”

“Wait a minute, there are Easter egg decals on the bar mirror.  There are no Easter eggs in First Date.  Can we take them off – we’ll put them back, I promise.   Ok, who’s got a ladder?”

“What time do you open?  WHAT time is it now????”

“Ok, I want you to sit on the bar.  Yes, it will hold you . . . wait a minute, you don’t have any keys in your back pocket, do you?”

In the end, we had a great time and got some terrific pictures.  You’ll start seeing them soon.

“Thanks, Teffy, really appreciate your patience.  Wait . . . did anyone put back the Easter eggs???”