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Carissa

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http://carissacordes.theateronline.com/
Skill without imagination is craftsmanship and gives us many objects such as wickerwork picnic baskets. Imagination without skill gives us modern art. -Tom Stoppard
On theatre,
"The happiest loophole of escape for those who have secretly put their childhood in their pockets and have gone off with it to play to the end of their days."-Max Reinhaldt
"What the caterpillar calls the end of the world, the master calls a butterfly." ~Richard Bach
"All the spirit wants to be is flying.
Not you?
Ok, not you" ~Unkown
"The weight of this sad time we must obey, Speak what we feel, not what we ought to say."-Shakespeare; King Lear
"Action is eloquence." - Shakespeare; The Tragedy of Coriolanus, Act 3, Scene 2
"We all live with the objective of being happy; our lives are all different and yet the same."-Anne Frank
Libra sun
Aquarius moon
Gemini rising
Take it as you will.
I can be quite geeky/dorky/nerdy.
I was the little girl who hid when being introduced to anyone new...while the shyness has dissipated the impulse is still there.
I believe in paying it forward...
I usually refuse to ask for help.
I am a theatrician and a Shakespeare geek.
I am more fascinated with fireflies and the plant growing in the sidewalk than by Times Square.
I am comfortable unharnessed 60 feet in the air on an I-Beam or in an empty theatre lit only by the ghost light.
I have a naval piercing and two tattoos and don't wear clothes that reveal either.
I am a vegeterian, and not because I feel sorry for the animals.
I have a ton of stories and no time to share them, but i'd love to hear yours.
It will take a very long time to get to know me...and I'm OK with that.
I have two FANTASTIC brothers (technically, I am the eldest, but we are so close in age, the difference in neglible at this point) a ROCKIN' sister-in-law and I have an AMAZING, ADORABLE niece, and I can not wait to meet her (all I need is time for a cross-country trip)!!
I constantly find myself in the process of eliminating and replacing, and minimizing to keep myself portable.
I am constantly trying to find the happy.
I have little patience for stupidity, am baffled by intolerance and despise authority. (I am pretty stubborn and independent)
While in my theatre adventures I have fallen off a ladder three times...or, more accurately the ladder fell away from me and luckily there were rafters or grids to hang onto...so apparently I am part monkey...
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some ladder falling humour...
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Your Five Factor Personality Profile
Extroversion:
You have medium extroversion.
You're not the life of the party, but you do show up for the party.
Sometimes you are full of energy and open to new social experiences.
But you also need to hibernate and enjoy your "down time."
Conscientiousness:
You have high conscientiousness.
Intelligent and reliable, you tend to succeed in life.
Most things in your life are organized and planned well.
But you borderline on being a total perfectionist.
Agreeableness:
You have high agreeableness.
You are easy to get along with, and you value harmony highly.
Helpful and generous, you are willing to compromise with almost anyone.
You give people the benefit of the doubt and don't mind giving someone a second chance.
Neuroticism:
You have medium neuroticism.
You're generally cool and collected, but sometimes you do panic.
Little worries or problems can consume you, draining your energy.
Your life is pretty smooth, but there's a few emotional bumps you'd like to get rid of.
Openness to experience:
Your openness to new experiences is high.
In life, you tend to be an early adopter of all new things and ideas.
You'll try almost anything interesting, and you're constantly pushing your own limits.
A great connoisseir of art and beauty, you can find the positive side of almost anything. The Five Factor Personality Test
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My Interests

Theatre, theatre, theatre, theatre, and theatre.

acting, dance, lighting, carpentry.

stage combat, aikido, bokken sword, paintball, yoga, sports, working out.

sudoku.
scrabble.

books, poetry music, movies, art.

Shakespeare.

writing.

my family.

my friends.

nature.

finding the happy.

a (real) shakespearean quiz
You are Hermione from the Winter's Tale! An emblem of honor and beauty, you are a hidden treasure that will not fade with time. Literally.
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what theatre role was i born to play?
The role you were born to play is Laura in the Glass Menagerie. You're quiet and unassuming enough to slip under the radar - which is perfect for this role. Tie a heavy weight to your left leg and get limping!
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I'd like to meet:

People who are spontaneus and goofy and passionate and geeky and cool.
Good Friends.
Genuinely kind people.

Music:

it's pretty eclectic and i can appreciate almost anything; Metallica, Linkin Park, Jimmy Eats World, Pink Floyd, Ani Difranco, Dream Theatre, Sublime, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Simon and Garfunkle, The Killers, Evanescence, Cat Stevens, Marilyn Manson, Madonna, Led Zeppelin, Savage Garden, Ella Fitzgerald, U2, Nina Simone, Beatles, Fleetwood Mac, Moby, Queen. and most recently, Gnarls Barkley and Snow Patrol.
this is the total summer stock/tech week theme song

Movies:

Expensive, but Netflix saves the day.
Donnie Darko, Kill Bill, LotR trilogy, Star Wars (IV-VI), Wrath of Khan, Fight Club, All About Eve, Some Like it Hot, Oliver!, Samurai X, Akira, Dogma, I.Q., Princess Bride, The NeverEnding Story, Pan's Labrynth, The Boondock Saints, The Dark Crystal.

Television:

Rare event for me...the television...but let's see here...Law and Order (always there)...Cold Case, Heroes, Grey's Anatomy, Six Feet Under, Dead Like Me, CSI, Simpsons, Family Guy, South Park, Futurama, Actor's Studio, Anime (Inyuasha, Samurai x, ranma 1/2), Buffy. SLINGS AND ARROWS.

Which Grey's Anatomy Character Are You?
You are Meredith Grey. You relate easily to people, though you have a hard time letting people in, and though are a an amazing person, you have a hard time seeing that yourself
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Books:

hmm...Cat's Cradle, Lord of the Flies, Sonnets of the Portugese, Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrel, A Series of Unfortunate Events (all 13!!), Harry Potter (the series), Shakespeare, Shakespeare, Shakespeare (esp. Macbeth), Marlowe, Stephen King, Neil Gaiman, Poe, Pullman, Twain, Dickens, Austin, Shaw, Williams, Maguire, Tolkein, C.S. Lewis, Orwell, Dahl. Recent additions include Einstein's Dreams, The Tao of Pooh, American Gods.

Heroes:

Those who can deal with setbacks positively.
Those who make me smile.
My brothers, my friends.
You Are Mulan!

Strong and spirited. You're no one's girly girl; actually you are very determined person with a strong sense of self. Never let go of that! The only thing that equals your sense of self is your family, but the traditions of society can always be bent to protect something or someone you love.
Which Disney Princess Are You?
Sun Sign: Libra
Sun 14° Libra 49' Libra Horoscope
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Moon Sign: Aquarius
Moon 6° Aquarius 06' Aquarius Horoscope
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Rising Sign: Gemini
Ascendant 14° Gemini 40' Gemini Horoscope
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The Keys to Your Heart
You are attracted to those who are unbridled, untrammeled, and free.
In love, you feel the most alive when your lover is creative and never lets you feel bored.
You'd like to your lover to think you are stylish and alluring.
You would be forced to break up with someone who was ruthless, cold-blooded, and sarcastic.
Your ideal relationship is lasting. You want a relationship that looks to the future... one you can grow with.
Your risk of cheating is zero. You care about society and morality. You would never break a commitment.
You think of marriage as something precious. You'll treasure marriage and treat it as sacred.
In this moment, you think of love as something you thirst for. You'll do anything for love, but you won't fall for it easily. What Are The Keys To Your Heart?
What type of mythical being are you? [Anime pics]
WARRIORFirm. Just. Loyal.You're not really a mythical creature, but the fighting magician. You're an extremely virtuous person, but very stubborn. You cling to your morals without fail and are always ready to fight for them.Your decisions sometimes lack proper thought, though, and you can be lead astray. Yet there will always be those around you to guide you aright.You are a fierce friend. Anyone under your eye is sure to be well protected.
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You are the Fool card. The Fool fearlessly begins the journey into the unknown. To do this, he does not regard the world he knows as firm and fixed. He has a seemingly reckless disregard for obstacles. In the Ryder-Waite deck, he is seen stepping off a cliff with his gaze on the sky, and a rainbow is there to catch him. In order to explore and expand, one must disregard convention and conformity. Those in the throes of convention look at the unconventional, non-conformist personality and think What a fool. They lack the point of view to understand The Fool's actions. But The Fool has roots in tradition as one who is closest to the spirit world. In many tribal cultures, those born with strange and unusual character traits were held in awe. Shamans were people who could see visions and go on journeys that we now label hallucinations and schizophrenia. Those with physical differences had experience and knowledge that the average person could not understand. The Fool is God. The number of the card is zero, which when drawn is a perfect circle. This circle represents both emptiness and infinity. The Fool is not shackled by mountains and valleys or by his physical body. He does not accept the appearance of cliff and air as being distinct or real. Image from: Mary DeLave http://www.marydelave.com/
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You Are a Pegasus
You are a perfectionist, with an eye for beauty.
You know how to live a good life - and you rarely deviate from your good taste.
While you aren't outgoing, you have excellent social skills.
People both admire you - and feel very comfortable around you. What Mythological Creature Are You?
How You Are In Love
You take a while to fall in love with someone. Trust takes time.
You give and take equally in relationships.
You tend to get very attached when you're with someone. You want to see your love all the time.
You love your partner unconditionally and don't try to make them change.
You stay in love for a long time, even if you aren't loved back. When you fall, you fall hard. How Are You In Love? My score on The 3 Variable Funny Test :
the Cutting Edge
((57% dark, 46% spontaneous, 36% vulgar))
your humor style:CLEAN | SPONTANEOUS | DARKYour humor's mostly innocent and off-the-cuff, but somehow there's something slightly menacing about you. Part of your humor is making people a little uncomfortable, even if the things you say aren't themselves confrontational. You probably have a very dry delivery, or are seriously over-the-top.Your type is the most likely to appreciate a good insult and/or broken bone and/or very very fat person dancing. PEOPLE LIKE YOU: David Letterman - John BelushiThe 3-Variable Funny Test! - it rules -If you're interested, try my best friend's best test: The Genghis Khan Genetic Fitness Masterpiece
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Drama nerd


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Loner


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Geek


44%

Punk/Rebel


38%

Prep/Jock/Cheerleader


31%

Goth


31%

Stoner


31%

Ghetto gangsta


13%
What's Your High School Stereotype?
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You Are Midnight
You are more than a little eccentric, and you're apt to keep very unusual habits.
Whether you're a nightowl, living in a commune, or taking a vow of silence - you like to experiment with your lifestyle.
Expressing your individuality is important to you, and you often lie awake in bed thinking about the world and your place in it.
You enjoy staying home, but that doesn't mean you're a hermit. You also appreciate quality time with family and close friends. What Time Of Day Are You?
You Are A: Pony !
Who doesn't love a pony? You are one of these miniature horses, renown for your beauty and desired by many. Full of grace, you are a beautiful and very special animal, full of strength and majesty.
You were almost a: Kitten or a Monkey
You are least like a: Turtle or a Frog The Cute Animals Quiz

My Blog

Howl and lol Cats

For this morning I reread Ginsberg's "Howl"I saw the best minds of my generation destroyed by madness, starving hysterical naked....for the whole thing: https://notes.utk.edu/bio/greenberg.nsf/0/...
Posted by Carissa on Thu, 04 Oct 2007 09:23:00 PST

Magic Dance

The YouTube didn't embed...so you get the lyrics instead   You remind me of the babyWhat baby? the baby with the powerWhat power? power of voodooWho do? you doDo what? remind me of the babyI saw ...
Posted by Carissa on Wed, 03 Oct 2007 01:03:00 PST

Tymon of Athens

This is what I did on Saturday... Instant Shakespeare at the Jefferson Market Branch of the NY Public Library; 425 Ave of the Americas and 10th Street.Tomorrow; September 22 @ 1pmThe Life of Tymo...
Posted by Carissa on Mon, 24 Sep 2007 07:06:00 PST

grrr

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070912/ap_on_he_me/terror_attac ks_health;_ylt=AkwGh.muzHo_0JXM96f7FsSs0NUE WASHINGTON - Doctors treating sickened ground zero workers offered Congress a detailed diagnosis...
Posted by Carissa on Wed, 12 Sep 2007 09:09:00 PST

ISC Reading of Othello with NYPL

Instant Shakespeare Company.Public readings of First Folio Shakespeare with no prior rehearsal done in New York Public Libraries.This Saturday 9/8 at 1pm at the Muhlenberg branch of the New York Publi...
Posted by Carissa on Sat, 08 Sep 2007 07:54:00 PST

Why I have an adopted family

It was a dark and rainy night and I was left on the doorstop.... Nah...this is what really happened. But to tell the whole story I have to go back to Williamstown. It's the Spring of my sophomore year...
Posted by Carissa on Tue, 04 Sep 2007 01:12:00 PST

really awesome dance theatre video

this women, Laura Ward is in the iph.then chorus with me and is also the artistic director for Octavia Cup Dance Theatre. This is a video of her dancing...she combines pointe work with other physical ...
Posted by Carissa on Thu, 30 Aug 2007 06:53:00 PST

iph.then opens tonight!

iph.then    a theatre / opera / media mythA multimedia remaking of the Iphigenia in Tauris myth in monologues, dialogues, opera, choral interludes, dances, fragments, video, and interru...
Posted by Carissa on Wed, 29 Aug 2007 08:41:00 PST

survey...just cause ive been thinking about it

10 years ago:1.) How old were you?: 15 about to turn 162.) Where did you go to school? i was about to start sophomore year at Acalanes3) Where did you work?: the food court at Waterworld. And running ...
Posted by Carissa on Mon, 20 Aug 2007 10:31:00 PST

The Review

My second review by oobr.com http://www.oobr.com/top/volThirteen/eight/asyoulikeit.htm   When I'm calling you..:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" />   As Yo...
Posted by Carissa on Mon, 13 Aug 2007 11:43:00 PST