Alexis Pereira
This month we were lucky to catch up with former Chappell Players member and Executive Board member, Alexis Pereira! We asked him a few questions about his time with Chappell Players and his advice for life after college and here's what he had to say!
Who are you and what significant contributions have you made to the organization?
My name is Alexis Pereira. I was Historian on the E-Board in 2004 and President of the Chappell Players in 2005. I wrote a few Cabarets for Charity including First Ever Caberet and the Chappell Players Variety Show, and I directed and acted in a few shows. I was the last President before the theater was redone. I also did some lighting design.
How was the transition from college to the real world? How was life after graduation?
The hardest transition is building a rep within the theater and doing good work and having to start all over. College theater is basically a club, which isn't too far from the truth other than the fact that it takes up your entire life.
Did being involved in the Chappell Players prepare you for life after college? How so?
I think so. I learned many aspects of theater and St. John's was a good mix of DIY and veteran mentorship. Learning the basics of directing and acting are huge.
What is your favorite CPTG memory or performance?
My favorite memory is How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. It was just a great set and great cast. We had a really funny show.
Have you been able to remain involved with theatre as much as you hoped/wanted?
Yes.
What is professional theatre like compared to what you did with the Chappell Players?
You know it is really nerve-wracking at first, but as long as you maintain open communication and take a note, you'll be great, especially if you did these things at the Little Theater. Even on TV, directors and showrunners want you to do a good job and be comfortable. And at places like UCB you'll be like the only person who knows what they're doing.
Do you have any advice for Chappell Players going through college or those who have recently graduated?
I think my number one piece of advice is to say yes to new ideas. If a director or writer asks you to try something a new way, dive in head first and have as good an attitude as possible. You need to learn to cooperate and create art with others. I wish I did that more at St. John's. Your performances in college theater will not follow you but your good habits will.
Who are you and what significant contributions have you made to the organization?
My name is Alexis Pereira. I was Historian on the E-Board in 2004 and President of the Chappell Players in 2005. I wrote a few Cabarets for Charity including First Ever Caberet and the Chappell Players Variety Show, and I directed and acted in a few shows. I was the last President before the theater was redone. I also did some lighting design.
How was the transition from college to the real world? How was life after graduation?
The hardest transition is building a rep within the theater and doing good work and having to start all over. College theater is basically a club, which isn't too far from the truth other than the fact that it takes up your entire life.
Did being involved in the Chappell Players prepare you for life after college? How so?
I think so. I learned many aspects of theater and St. John's was a good mix of DIY and veteran mentorship. Learning the basics of directing and acting are huge.
What is your favorite CPTG memory or performance?
My favorite memory is How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. It was just a great set and great cast. We had a really funny show.
Have you been able to remain involved with theatre as much as you hoped/wanted?
Yes.
What is professional theatre like compared to what you did with the Chappell Players?
You know it is really nerve-wracking at first, but as long as you maintain open communication and take a note, you'll be great, especially if you did these things at the Little Theater. Even on TV, directors and showrunners want you to do a good job and be comfortable. And at places like UCB you'll be like the only person who knows what they're doing.
Do you have any advice for Chappell Players going through college or those who have recently graduated?
I think my number one piece of advice is to say yes to new ideas. If a director or writer asks you to try something a new way, dive in head first and have as good an attitude as possible. You need to learn to cooperate and create art with others. I wish I did that more at St. John's. Your performances in college theater will not follow you but your good habits will.
