The Shorthand Job opens on February 18th, 2022! In this show, Callie and Omar are a successful, middle-aged couple that have been married for years. Only, they haven’t been merry in years. For the record, they used to be quite happy but somewhere along the line, they stopped listening to their better voices. Therapy and counseling proved ineffective. Desperate, they decide they have no choice but to open up their marriage to someone who may be just their type. But of course, they aren’t married to the idea.
We reached out to playwright and actor George Awad with a few questions about him and his experience working on this production.
1. What’s the best relationship advice you’ve ever been given or that you would like to give?
Best I've ever been given: Don't be afraid to just be yourself.
2. Do you relate to your character? How similar / different are you?
On some level I can empathize with Omar because, like anybody who has ever gotten up on a stage, he's always looking for approval. Whether from a jury, an audience or his wife, Omar needs to feel like someone gives a damn.
3. How did you get into theatre?
I took an improv intensive in Chicago on a whim and have found myself on or near a stage ever since.
4. Do you have any upcoming projects that we should check out?
I am one of the writers for the upcoming Magnetic sketch comedy show, Algorithm & Blues.
Biography
George Awad is an improvisor, actor, designer and writer. Raised in Buffalo, NY, he moved to Asheville after several stints in various cities; most recently from New York City. Though coming late in life to performing, George was instantly hooked once he did. Performing improv since 2014, George has trained at NYS3, Asheville Improv Collective, iO Chicago and The Annoyance.
He has also appeared in a handful of local stage and film productions and is a co-host of the local Creative Mornings chapter. A graphic designer by trade and an avid traveler and cook, George is constantly striving to fill a passport and a coffee mug.
The Shorthand Job runs February 18-20, 2022 at The Magnetic Theatre in Asheville, NC. Grab your tickets here: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=132898