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Someone has already set Trump's awful phone call to Rent’s "Seasons of Love"
“The internet is truly undefeated. After President Trump’s controversial phone call was released by the Washington Post, some clever folks have already set it to music, “Seasons of Love” from RENT in fact.”
Which Broadway Leading Lady Are You, Based on Your Zodiac Sign?
“Sagittarius – Angelica Schuyler in Hamilton
Angelica has a vibrant sense of humor, and she is a gifted conversationalist. Her fiery personality, intellect, and wit are sure signs of a Sagittarius.”
Which Theatre Kid Stereotype Are You?
“Singing musical theatre songs at an all-night diner after a high school production? Yeah, I’ve done that. And I’m sure that I’ve annoyed plenty of people out there with my theatre kid obnoxiousness. It’s time for me to take full responsibility for the ridiculousness of my behavior. So which theatre kid stereotype(s) are you?”
"Ratatouille: The TikTok Musical" is 2020 Creation at its Finest
“2020 was a messy, difficult year, but most of the good things that happened, like Ratatouille: The TikTok Musical, were the product of community, sharing, structures of power being shaken up by outsiders, and people who, in spite of the circumstances, or maybe even because of them, had a strong desire to make a positive impact in the world.”
13 Things All Theatre Kids Can Relate To
From tech crew to leads, from directors to choreographers, if you’re involved in theatre you will immediately know what I’m talking about. We’ve been teased for our “over-dramatic ways” and our “cult-like behavior” and all the other nonsense non-thespians make up about us, we all know they’re just jealous! Whether you’re a “noob” or a seasoned actress, you’re sure to relate to this list of fourteen experiences we all share!
"The Muppets Christmas Carol" could work as a stage musical
I recently had a great conversation with a friend who asked if I could really picture The Muppets Christmas Carol as a live Broadway musical? Yes, of course. Take my money right now.
5 Movies That Could Be Great Musicals
“One of Broadway’s most tried and true musical-making methods is to adapt an already well-liked movie. And it works for a reason. I think these five would lend themselves well to Broadway musical adaptations.”
TV shows that would make awesome musicals
“I don’t know about you, but, as soon as I found out that SpongeBob SquarePants: The Broadway Musical was actually incredible, I started to wonder what other TV shows would translate well to the stage in song and dance".”
"Change Comes Slowly" - The False Statement That Impedes Progress
"Well change comes slowly."
I've always rejected this statement. While there is no doubt that for the past decades, performers of color have fought an uphill climb to be cast in ethnically open roles, times have changed enough that there is no longer an excuse for this slow progression."