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    Marcy B.’s Posts

    Topic: RE: Back to the stage!
    Davena: I was able to lead worship services for High Holy Days as a Cantorial soloist at my synagogue after 5 weeks post op. I was able to sing with decent breath support- in the hospital after my surgery. You have to give your body a chance to heal, especially owing to the fact that you have had surgery which effects the very muscles you use to support the tone. Just pace yourself...and sing pretty. What kind of singing do you do? Marcy
    Topic: RE: Question for theater performers..
    Your going to need 4-6 weeks to totally recouperate- so it depends on whether you are doing this in addition to another job, or just by itself. I would tell the director what the scoop is- and then see if he is flexible. I felt like it was better for me to back off from those kinds of commitments rather than stress myself out in case I didn't feel well or something. Pre surgery I auditioned for Fiddler on the Roof- got in and then found I simply couldn't move to do the dancing etc. I had to beg off- and quit the show. Something I have NEVER done. So I guess I am gun shy now...rather be well enough and sure of myself before I make a commitment. Good luck and I hope the surgery went well Marcy