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A Young Professional’s experience with Gossamer

By Laura – Oct 3, 2008

When starting the Gossamer project I was very hesitant, I had no idea what we were going to be doing. OCT valued the Young Professionals’ opinions. We did not think that our opinions would shape themes in the play and get it up in running. We were able to reach inside Lois Lowry’s head and comprehend Gossamer in a new and different way. A story so imaginative and whimsical that had relevance with teen and children audiences–due to a harsh reality that also came pouring out on the pages.
I, being a Young Professional, have learned many things to improve my acting skills as an actress. I am grateful for those opportunities, and even more grateful to have the ability to see what hard work goes on before the curtain sets the stage for scene one.  - Natasha Natraj
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The YP/ Gossamer film apprenticeship with NW Filmcenter was a truly great experience for me. From our crash course of film-making to working the lighting, and from adjusting the microphones to editing the final pieces, everything was so different and yet so important. Any trace of apprehension I felt towards working with film was forgotten after the first day. I am really grateful for this opportunity to plunge into the world of film and I plan on using the tools I learned (both in film-making and confronting new situations) in my future.  -Gabrielle Walti

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