For this summer, I’ve kissed any possibility of ever having a social life goodbye when I was cast to be in a play and when I, in a fit of ongoing insanity, accepted the part.
Rehearsals began just this past weekend, so I have been lustily procrastinating (ignoring?) the idea of being in the spotlight - albeit a very tiny, very dim and at times even a flickering, spotlight – because well, for a girl who hardly leaves the house by day, it’s difficult to fathom such a concept without wanting to hurl and break into hives.
So imagine my unpleasant surprise when I was told at last night’s rehearsal that we were going to be photographed this evening!
If your portrayal in the play is half as funny as your description of your photo session, I'm sure you'll be a hit! Being a bit of a drama queen (I mean, theater buff) myself, and having "emoted" (read: "been cast as comic relief") once or twice as well, I am impressed with your effort to put as much realism as possible into your role. No part to small for the spotlight, however often it may flicker. ;)
being in a wedding dress can't be all that bad. imagine all the single girls who drool over bridal magazines, you will probably make them jealous. :) i definitely think we should get to see a shot of you with the belly.
Post some pics!!!!
As for tips on looking/acting pregnant - I guess it was sort of waddling when I walked. The best way to imitate it is to stand with your feet about shoulder width apart, lean back slightly (like you're trying to stick your tummy out more), and then slide your feet along the ground. Every so often, I'd reach back to rub my lower back or support it with one hand. And I rubbed my tummy a lot. I felt like I was cuddling my baby when I did that. I hope this helps!
And I don't know a lot about costumes in plays but if there's any way you can change your outfints, you can find inexpensive maternity wear from OldNavy.com and Target.com. The clothes are pretty cute and most importantly - its not floral!