Having just finished my 2nd Year at Queen Margaret University, this is my first professional paid show. To have landed a part in “Ae Fond Kiss” is not just a personal achievement but (not to sound too cheesy) an honour. Being such a fan of the Bard from a young age – to be acting in a show all about him is a terrific endeavour which I am rather looking forward to being a part of. Each time I read the script I seem to enjoy it more and more. It has everything you would want in a play – sincerity, humour, music, tears, laughter, some fantastic characters whilst still paying a respectable tribute to the legend that is Robert Burns. I really do think, without sounding like a PR, that it has something for everyone whether you’re an avid fan of Burns or have never heard of him (heaven forbid!)
When I first found out about my assigned characters I was more than pleased. I can’t wait to get them up on their feet.
Day one consisted of a read through and our first singing sesh with our very talented MD, Matthew. As much as I love and enjoy singing, it has never been a forte and I can see it perhaps being a bit of a challenge, however, the songs are beautiful and I can only hope I do them reasonable justice!I am extremely positive about this show; the cast are great and it’s just brilliant to be a part of something which is spreading the word and educating people about my favourite poet.
So far we have finished uniting the text, made plenty of progress on the songs and are just beginning to getthe first scene up on it’s feet.
Alison McFarlane
