This past weekend we held auditions for the fifteen speaking roles in Legend of Love. It was an unbelievable experience. First of all, to see actor after actor come into the audition room and vulnerably share their craft is always overwhelming. Second, repeatedly, the performances were so moving . . . even without costumes, lighting, or makeup . . . under the fluorescent lights of the office or in the video tape submissions, you moved us . . . some times to silence, some times to cheers, some times to tears. It takes incredible dedication to be an actor and to pursue this industry. You have to be incredibly self aware, sure of yourself and yet humble, and ready to see deep inside yourself, and the part you are playing. It is one thing to read words on a page, but to understand your character and convey that to an audience in a way that is authentic and believable takes your craft and audience to a different level. So today we applaud you . . . the actors who work day in and day out, hoping for your break but also committed to growing. Thank you.