You lead Falathar through the building beside the stage to a vantage point where you can look out across the deserted boards. "Mind your step," you say, as you take in the jumble of scenery flats, discarded costumes, gilded spears, wooden shields, and other assorted detritus that you've grown used to clambering over.
Falathar pieces his way among the clutter of props and scenery without apparent dismay. "Creating the performances that seem so magical onstage must be entirely ordinary to you."
"It's really quite exciting," you say. You search for something more to add, as Falathar listens politely. "It can be just as startling to the performers as it is to the audience."
"And are you hoping to startle your audiences with your work?"