six characters in search of an author day 1

so today i began reading six characters.

i get the idea of it.there is supposed to be a play/show begin put on with in the show.i think its funny how the author has one of his own novels being put on as a show,with in his show.its also humerous how he almost makes fun of himself.saying how"they were reduced to to producing plays by pirandello..but neither the actors or critics,nor the audiance are ever happy with his plays..."

i'm curious how the six characters look.in the stage directions they say the characters should have masks on.i don't understand why.to show that they are blank canvases?or to say they can be whatever character nessesary?but that would be un-true.becuase they state that they are characters.not actors.so they have a perminant face and expression?maybe its just to keep their situation or personalities or characters general,like they could be anyone.

i'm also really curious as to what will happen.what did these 6 characters go through?what will the "leading lady" do?will she steal the spotlight?will the whole play be them in rehersal?or will it be at real time,going minute by minute,rather than saying "the next day something else happened..."?and why do all the "characters" have such distinct looks and personalities and feelings?

we'll see what happens.