“The publications that release college theatre program rankings failed BIPOC students. Because of how these programs were highlighted, it sent BIPOC students to audition for schools that had no BIPOC faculty. It sent BIPOC students to schools that didn’t know how to communicate with BIPOC students in the classroom. It sent students to schools where they would endure microaggressions, bullying, racism, discrimination that either pushed them out of the program or made graduation feel like more of an escape than an achievement.”

“Following disturbing accusations of sexual harassment by former students, the head of the theatre program at Salve Regina University is no longer employed by the school.”

“There has been a trend lately to tell incoming college theatre students that they must be well-rounded with both their academics and talent. While there are times where this is helpful, I would like to dispel the myth that they are in any way equal. When you apply to schools for theatre - the academics are negotiable, talent is not.”

“Current students and alumni from Ithaca College's nationally ranked theatre program released a letter on Friday, July 31, that unveiled racist and discriminatory experiences during their time at Ithaca College Department of Theatre Arts. The letter includes a series of time-sensitive demands and signatures from BIPOC students over the years.”

“A prestigious theatre school in New York City is facing accusations from systemic racism to sexual misconduct to homophobia after more than a dozen alums have posted their accusations online.”

“The Asolo Repertory Theatre, its conservatory, and Florida State University are under fire today after a letter sent to administrators charged the theatre and university with examples of institutional racism.”

“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”