Readings

First time I did a public reading was during the Threesome book launch. I had such a blast, putting drama and comedy into my reading. I liked it so much that I looked forward to doing the reading of E’s book after mine.

Last Monday night I did another reading at another book launch, this time the biography of Antonio R. Mercado, the late chairman emeritus of Basic Advertising. I was asked to read by no less than Mrs. Monina Mercado, upon prodding by her daughter Anne. While I couldn’t very well say no to the late Mr. Mercado’s wife and daughter, part of me also said yes simply because it was another chance to read for an audience.

I guess I really miss performing in front of an audience. Since grade school all the way until college, I joined student theater groups. And even though ever opening night I felt like throwing up because of the jitters, I always managed to overcome stage fright and get through the whole show mostly unscathed.

But reading is great! It’s like acting without the need to memorize lines, hahaha. Still, I need to read the material first before going on stage. I hate cold reading—I need to know the proper pronunciation of certain words beforehand, plus I need to plan out how I’ll deliver the piece.

Soon I’ll be reading again from “The Wet Book” to another audience. Hmmm.

Dear viewers, what do you suggest I read this time?