From the monthly archives: June 2008

It was good to hear from a few of you this week. I understand T. is putting together a demo and audition for a few talent agencies, and I think our friend M. should be on a ship by now.
I was emailed a question…

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My contract here on my current ship ends in just a little over a month.   The job has gone well, and it looks like I’ll be returning in the fall to continue the job.
I originally took this gig only to save some money to…

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STCW Training

On June 21, 2008 By

I went to STCW training this week at a U.S. Coast Guard certified facility.  When I worked on cruise ship in Europe I wasn’t required to do much training at all, but with my current gig, I’m required to take 5 solid days of ship-related…

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I Eat Fire

On June 20, 2008 By

I completed my basic fire fighting training today by donning my fire fighting uniform and putting out three simulated fires – a gas line fire, a room fire and an electrical fire.

I learned that fire fighters are not paid enough.  I don’t know what…

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A Work Day in Maui

On June 20, 2008 By

We ran our show in the morning, at 10 am.  The tech department doesn’t seem to take these rehearsals very seriously, and as expected, there were a few missed cues by the light and sound board operators.  I don’t stop for those anymore, though, it’s…

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