Oh no! The King has fainted (don’t worry, he’s not dead, though)

Today’s Date: Thursday, June 19, 2025

Show Title: Henry VI, Part 2

Director: Mili Koncelik

Staff Crew: Sarah Clayton and Sara Bateman (RDAs); Madeleine Cook and Allison Monfalcone (Interns)

What we did

Hereye, hereye! Today brought the excitement of our first elimination round of EastEnders, and the competition was fierce. After much dramatic flair (and even more laughter), our winner emerged: Phoenix! Seems only fitting that the king would take the crown… Anyways, back in the world of Henry VI, Part 2, we continued making solid progress with blocking. Scenes are starting to take shape, and the energy in the room is high. For anyone who still believes history is “boring” (an opinion we firmly disagree with), this production is here to prove otherwise. We’ve got fights, fainting, and a mysterious third “F” (we’ll let your imagination fill in the blank). And yes—there may, perchance, be a murder… or a few. As we dive deeper into the play, it’s been amazing to watch the characters come alive and the story take root in the space. Each rehearsal brings new discoveries, and we’re so excited for what’s to come.

Quick and Quotable

• From the director

• • • “We need to clock in at the fainting factory.” – Mili
    • “You’re gonna be decked out in bling and gold.” – Mili
    • “Who finds the heifer dead…mmh, what a word…” – Mili

• From the cast 

• • • “Gloucester is dead in my bed…wait, hold up!” – Janet as Suffolk

• From the group

• • • “You are being boxed in” – Mili
      • “BOXED IN!” – Everyone

• • • • Sanchez does a dance

Production Insights 

One of the hardest habits for actors to break is the instinct to treat their body as their own—to fidget, sway, or shift weight without intention. These unconscious movements can easily pull focus from the main action and weaken the overall stage picture. This is especially important in a show like 2H6, where many of the characters hold regal or high-status roles and must physically embody that authority. To address this, Mili led a quick circle, reminding campers of the power of stillness—of standing tall, walking with purpose, and holding one’s space with intention. While breaking the habit of swaying or fidgeting can be challenging (especially when it stems from nerves), learning to take control of one’s physical presence can dramatically elevate a performance. It’s not just about looking “royal”—it’s about communicating confidence and clarity through the body.