Networks Blog Nº 48: Marta Vegara

Marta as Carmen in Behind the Wall (2013)

Marta Vegara plays the challenging role of Carmen in our powerful new drama ´Behind the Wall´. For our third blog focusing on the show she has answered a few questions for us. Marta has been performing and giving it her all in Networks shows since 2000!

1) What is your background and how did you become involved with Networks Theatre?

It was Lee's idea. As his student he talked to my mum years ago to encourage me to join the program as it would help me in so many ways. I refused in the beginning. I was really shy and hated to perform in front of the audience. But now I am so glad that I kept on trying and joining more plays.

2) How many shows have you participated in?

 Uff, don't know...let me think...  9.. I think. This one will be the 10^th

Marta as a Rat In Dick Wittington (2008)

3) Do you have a favorite moment in a show or memorable moment during rehearsals? 
 

We have so many memorable moments at rehearsals and during shows. All the excitement used to take place in the small room and there are crazy stories that only the members of the Networks family know! I miss that in the new venue. All moments are special in some way. You are not only doing theatre, you are becoming a member of a big family that helps you in your daily life. You make really good bonds with the people involved. I've laughed, cried, loved and hated. It is a great mix of feelings.
  

Marta ( next to Nick) with the rest of the cast of Robin Hood (Group A, 2000)

4)  Why did you want to be a part of ´Behind the Wall´?

Hannah, the writer and director, encouraged me to join the cast and when I read the script I knew that I´d like to be a part of the show.  

5)   Do  you identify with your character Carmen?

More than I wish. She seems so self confident, that you'd never imagine something bad could happen to her. In some ways, I think any girl in one way or another could identify with her.

Marta as Carmen explaining that 'It´s going to be alright' in Behind the Wall. 

6)  What do you enjoy about the process of preparing a show?
 

The whole process is very interesting, and how hilarious it is when we make mistakes with our lines during rehearsals!

7)   What do you enjoy about performing at Networks Theatre?
 

It is a small big theatre, with a sort of family audience. That makes it very special. It is like performing in your living room. You feel really good and even if you're performing a drama, you always feel the cosy atmosphere. 

8)   What advice would you give to someone who is thinking of acting, singing and performing on stage? 

JUST DO IT!