It’s always nice to hear people’s feedback in response to our shows. Sometimes it’s positive feedback and sometimes it’s constructive feedback. Both are highly appreciated. With the constructive feedback, we can always use that to improve the next show. With positive feedback, we feel reinforcement and encouragement to continue doing good things.
From last year’s show, I’ve received some constructive feedback from seasoned professionals who have worked the stage for many years. It’s always nice to know how we can improve our performances. One example that stands out to me is from Richard Hitchler (the Director of SteppingStone). A few production members and I were out at lunch with Richard and we were talking about last year’s show. He pointed out that some things could have been tweaked to make the audience experience more enjoyable. In between quick costume changes, there was MJ music playing in the background while we got ready for the next number. Although this tactic has worked, he made us realize that we can use that time for other opportunities! In that case we went ahead and took note of his input. You never know… you might just get something different at this show. My point is: constructive feedback is always a big plus. That’s a simple example of constructive feedback.
What’s even more rewarding is the type of feedback that makes you want to book the next show ASAP! You want more people to feel the same way the last did and you just want to ram them with good ass entertainment. Below is a scanned “Thank You” card I received in the mail yesterday from the wonderful people who hired us to do a show in downtown St. Paul. It was for a fundraiser gala for their school and they were very pleased with our work. This is exactly why we do what we do!!
-LC
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