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5 Things I've Learned at Summer Stocks

8/4/2013

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As I am beginning to finish up my last few weeks at another summer stock I have been reflecting on things I've learned from my different experiences. Below I will share 5 (in no particular order) things I have learned.
  1. Explore - and often! Find the treasures around the town you are staying at. I often see summer stock as a working vacation. There are often days you have off and during the summer many towns and states have festivals and fairs. This summer I experienced a new holiday (Pioneer Day) and many festivals. If there is a beach or popular hiking trail make a party and go on your day off. If the local ice cream shop has a famous obnoxious flavor, got try it! Local delicacy? Try it! There are plenty of things to do! It offers a nice change from your daily business. (Can't find anything? Ask a local!)
  2. Before you go, edit your suitcase - you are not going to another planet. Find out what your summer stock provides. Most offer linens, some cooking equipment, and basic furniture. I'd suggest using these amenities unless you have a favorite pan or pillow. There is no use being miserable for a whole summer because you can't cook your favorite food or get a good night's sleep. (I bring my own bedding, I'm a grumpy cat unless I get some comfortable sleep) If you bring your own, make allowance in your luggage. Maybe do not bring that extra pair of heels or gaming console. You're probably not going to use them anyway. 
  3. Bring packed lunches - eating out is expensive. Most places offer as small kitchenette at their theatres and/or offices. Bring a lunch and save money! (Don't know how to cook? Have a roommate who does? Offer to buy supplies for a house wide dinner making session. Lasagna, pasta salads, chicken, etc. work well. If not, make a sandwich. It is hard to mess those up.) 
  4. Sunscreen is your friend - no matter where you are (inside or out) put some on and often! Just loading in for an hour or so? Put on your sun screen. I have had too many avoidable painful red patches all over my body to let another person load in a show without sunscreen on. Even if it is cloudy, put it on! Your skin will thank me later. 
  5. Make friends - with people outside of your area. There will come a time in your summer where you can not handle your co-workers (for whatever reason, usually passes). It will be nice to spend some fun relaxing time with those you do not work with. Plus, this aids in networking and potential future jobs. (My expert tip is to bake treats for people, fastest way to their hearts...you get the picture) 
Picture
This photo was the result of some exploring I did at a summer stock a few years ago. Yes, there was chocolate, and yes, they had free samples.

Question of the Post

I spoke about obnoxious ice cream flavors. I had a great one in California a few summer stocks ago called "Romeo and Juliet" (vanilla infused chocolate with chocolate infused vanilla). 

What has been the craziest ice cream flavor you have tried?
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