tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29175306.post471664614971057244..comments2023-05-04T04:20:10.423-04:00Comments on Dave's Theater Blog: Sad but TrueDave Thttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01554650648344826824noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29175306.post-28231820095201110252009-07-21T07:47:24.188-04:002009-07-21T07:47:24.188-04:00Just the thought of someone starting up such an am...Just the thought of someone starting up such an ambitious theater company --let alone one that turned out to be so critically well-received-- inspired me deep within. That's what will stay with me even though Stage 1 closed. <br /><br />But I agree with anonymous... whatever energy and passion created Stage 1 will surely take another form. I just hope it's here in Richmond.Angelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09361977355435602010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29175306.post-25861476143977614752009-07-20T14:28:36.598-04:002009-07-20T14:28:36.598-04:00I think everyone is stunned by this news Dave, and...I think everyone is stunned by this news Dave, and after we closed Summer of '42 to a rousing standing ovation Saturday evening, it sure is a bitter pill to take today. Starting a theatre company is hard enough, and especially so during this severe recession.<br /><br />Chase Kniffen is a wonderfully bright, talented and energetic young force in Richmond theatre. He's got a wide depth of experience combined with a network of immensely talented folks, many of whom don't get as many showcases for their skills as they deserve (Summer of '42 amply demonstrated that point). I look forward to Chase's next venture, whenever and wherever that may be, and am deeply indebted to him for giving me a chance to be in such a beautifully realized production like Summer of '42. It was a glorious swan song for this company that was just about to really spread its' wings.Frank Creasyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15302762603707230845noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29175306.post-15993583469273227942009-07-20T14:16:16.893-04:002009-07-20T14:16:16.893-04:00Chase Kniffen did a wonderful and courageous thing...Chase Kniffen did a wonderful and courageous thing starting this company, especially at this given time. He, and everyone who was on-board with Stage 1, deserve a lot of credit for their efforts. They produced great-looking shows with superb production values and top-drawer talent. That level (and quality) of effort should and will take form in some positive and rewarding way. <br /><br />This is sad to know that they are closing their doors, but their commendable efforts will surely deliver good things to them in some other form. <br /><br />Best wishes to all...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com