To Nelson:
For saying "so write it..." When I initially brought up the crazy idea that "this should be a play".
To Rooservelt Island:
For allowing me to absorb your cosmic, creative energy and for housing the pizza shop that this play was spawned inside of.
To my pool of Actor's involved in SS (seen in this reading and unseen):
You have all joined me in this crazy journey of Simone Says and I want to thank you for your trust and dedication to the work.
To my Production team:
For saying "yes" to my proposal as I came crying to each one of you about needing "the right people in the right seats" or as Al constantly reminds me, "Aces in their places".
To my Grandpa:
For cutting off the internet. There is an alternate universe where Simone Says remained hidden on my computer, patiently waiting to be heard. With the lack of Internet at home.. Each trip to Starbucks or a friends house was precious internet time to get work done for the show and further develop the script. Everything happens for a reason.
To my Mother:
For always supporting me. Even when she doesn't know what I'm doing.
To Frankal Productions:
For letting me borrow half of your team and for supporting & promoting my endeavors with SS.
To Jeff Oyo and The Bodega Podcast:
For sponsoring Simone Says and believing in me.
To Me:
For always following my heart.
You all will forever have my gratitude. Thank you.
-Derick James Sherrier, Jr.
