“When it comes to BFA theatre programs, the questions and perspective between white and BIPOC students. differ greatly. What might be a perfect situation for a white student might not before someone who is not. So here are some “red flags” that BIPOC students should look for when evaluating some of these BFA theatre colleges.”

“This period of time has presented more challenges than previous semesters, but we as actors love a challenge. These are the three biggest lessons/moments in my time as a Zoom actor.”

“If audience members are tortured by a play, it should be because the playwright is forcing them to deal with life’s difficult issues.  It should not from lack of craft, or because the playwright is rambling on with nothing of substance to say.”

“Your journey as a Theatre/Musical Theatre Major will be rewarding, taxing, disheartening, enchanting, and wonderful. Here are some points that I wish I knew or had taken to heart and embraced early on as my mentality.”

“In a couple of months, it will be the summer before your freshman year. You’ve read all the college packing lists and seen the articles on things to know before your freshman year but you’re looking for something more. How can you know you’ll be prepared? Are you going to be ready for the things being a Musical Theatre Major will throw your way?”

“You don’t need to be working towards a BFA to feel proud of the hard work you are dedicating to theatre education”

“Don’t get me wrong, there are great things about a BFA program as well. I’m sure something is rewarding about doing a 90 credit intensive program that prepares you for many opportunities in your field. However, it doesn’t mean it’s “better” than a BA degree.”

“Students who enroll and attend basic musicianship classes are taught valuable skills in reading music notation and have the opportunity to develop a better understanding of the musical language specific to a vocal/piano score.”

Directing as a student is an incredible opportunity. Whether you’re working on a fully-staged production or a smaller cabaret or workshop, almost nothing compares to the challenge and fulfillment that comes from creating a vision and then carrying it out with a team of your peers. So, before you start your directorial journey, take a look at these ten keys to successful directing as a student.

“Over the course of my freshman year, I learned that I was not that great... on my own. I learned that my abilities were not enough... on their own. I needed to stop doing everything on my own and let the people I was paying to teach me to do exactly that, teach.”

“California State University, Chico is a small and trendy university nestled up in Northern California and is home to an outstanding theatre program.”