Group of 2H6 discussing lines during table work

Today’s Date: Sunday, June 15, 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

Hereyee, hereyee! I’m proud to announce that we have officially completed our tablework for Henry VI, Part 2! Our brilliant campers, armed with both exceptional insight and fresh knowledge from the week’s dramaturg presentations, brought their lines to life with thought and creativity. We powered through the second half of the play at record speed, and now we’re perfectly positioned to begin blocking tomorrow morning—our very first rehearsal in the Playhouse! After last night’s stunning performance of Sense and Sensibility, Mili led a thoughtful discussion where campers shared observations and inspirations they took from the show. And of course, no evening would be complete without a wildly fun and mildly chaotic round of EastEnders!

Quick and Quotable

• From the director 

• • • “Richard is a BEAST on the battlefield.” – Mili

• From the cast

• • “And because they killed Duke Humphrey, they’re gonna kill you too…YIKERS!” – Anna Caroline
  • “Is it a head or skull…cause preserved head, what are you doing?” – Serenity 
  • “I don’t know what I’m saying, but I know that it’s rude.” – Marcy

Production Insights 

While it may sometimes feel slow or even a little boring, table work is one of the most essential parts of the production process. It lays the foundation for all character development and gives actors the opportunity to truly understand the context of their scenes—and of the play as a whole. This is especially important when working with Shakespeare. As actors, it’s crucial to understand exactly what you’re saying, so you can clearly and effectively communicate that meaning to the audience. And beyond just clarity, Shakespeare’s writing is filled with hidden gems—layers of meaning, wordplay, and emotional nuance—that are easy to overlook without close reading. Table work helps us uncover those treasures.