Spotlight
Stories that deserve your attention
Sometimes In Theatre, We Forget To Take Care Of Ourselves
“Ambition, motivation, and determination are all great qualities to possess. They help us keep fighting for our dreams. It’s important to fight the good fight. But it’s important to care for yourself as well.”
Three Reasons Why Your Theatre Degree Isn’t Useless
“These degrees teach valuable life lessons that can be used in other careers and realms beyond those of theatre.”
An Ode to Closing Night
“All the cues, all the scenes, all the good times, and chemistry are now about to become nothing more than a memory.”
Performer Confidence in the Face of Insecurity
“Confidence doesn’t let you hide or forget your lines. Confidence is what helps an actor succeed. Insecurity doesn’t.”
What I Miss About Acting
“Being an actor is a unique experience. It’s one that can be terrifying, exhausting, discouraging, and uplifting. It’s an experience I miss more than anything, and I can’t wait to come back.”
My theatre "thank you" list
“Thanksgiving is an ageless tradition, full of friends, family, delicious food, and gratitude. During this season of thanks, I wanted to talk about all the things I am thankful for in theatre.”
Sometimes You Need to Readjust Your Goals
“About a year ago, I decided to take a break from acting. I decided to focus on my job and on other important priorities in my life. I didn’t realize that the time I spent away from acting would cause me to be more critical and aware of what my next steps would be. To be honest, I’m not sure what they are.”
Fame isn’t the Only Form of Fulfillment
If your heart and soul are happy, if you are content with your life and can do what you love - then you are fulfilled. And if it means you’re never on Broadway, if you aren’t in the next superhero blockbuster but are happy - that’s ok. Because fame isn’t the only form of fulfillment.
My Biggest Hope for "Hercules"
I’m still giddy over the news we are getting a Broadway version of Hercules.It is, in my opinion, one of the most underrated Disney films. That, and Meg is one of my favorite characters of all time. I relate to her in so many ways, more than I can count. And I Won’t Say I’m in Love is both brilliant and iconic.
To be honest, the idea that I have the potential to play a character who means so much to me on stage is thrilling.