As I Remember It: A Journey Through Dance and Theater

The speaker discusses their show 'As I Remember It,' which blends theater and movement, reflecting on their life journey and the influential people and places that shaped them. They recount growing up in Los Angeles during the 1930s, moving to New York in the 1950s, and the transformative experience in New Haven where theater and dance merged. The mentorship of Lester Horton taught them independence and versatility. Their Broadway experience and time at Yale further developed their understanding of character and storytelling, influencing their approach to dance and choreography.

What is the main theme of the show 'As I Remember It'?

• A pure dance performance

• A historical documentary

• A musical extravaganza

• A combination of theater and movement

Which city did the speaker grow up in during the 1930s?

• San Francisco

• Chicago

• New York

• Los Angeles

What was the speaker's primary focus before moving to New Haven?

• Singing

• Dancing

• Directing

• Acting

Who was the speaker's mentor that influenced their approach to dance and theater?

• Martha Graham

• Alvin Ailey

• Lester Horton

• George Balanchine

What was unique about the training environment at Lester Horton's dance theater?

• It was a virtual training program

• It focused only on classical ballet

• It was a small theater with no mirrors

• It was a large studio with mirrors

What did the speaker learn to do at Lester Horton's theater?

• Only perform on stage

• Only choreograph dances

• Make costumes, set up lights, and clean up

• Only act in plays

What was the speaker's experience when they joined 'House of Flowers' on Broadway?

• It was a challenging new experience

• It was an easy transition

• It was a familiar experience

• It was a disappointing experience

What did the speaker have to focus on when they went to Yale?

• Learning to direct plays

• Taking care of their voice

• Writing scripts

• Improving their dance skills

How did the speaker view actors compared to dancers?

• Actors were more disciplined

• Actors were less creative

• Actors were freer and had reasons for their actions

• Actors were more regimented

What did the speaker start questioning after their experiences with actors?

• The necessity of rehearsals

• The role of lighting in performances

• The importance of costumes

• The purpose of dance movements