“I always stay in my seat until the final curtain call. At the same time, I've heard stories from people on why they've chosen to leave a show after it's started. Some of them I agree with and some of them I don't.”

“Should a theatre critic be a theatre expert who can analyze a production using well-educated theatre theory?  Or is a critic a professional audience member who goes to the theatre and gives us a breakdown about whether or not they enjoyed something? “

“Casting ‘RENT’ with an all-white cast undermines the authenticity, representation, and social impact of the musical. It is crucial to cast actors who reflect the diversity of the characters and the setting, allowing the production to resonate more deeply with audiences and contribute positively to discussions about inclusivity and representation.”

“Chances are, if you forget a line, or crack really bad on your favorite belty solo, the audience won't remember when the show ends.”

“All the cues, all the scenes, all the good times, and chemistry are now about to become nothing more than a memory.”

“Not every actor wants to be in the spotlight or the loudest in the room in social situations which I think is a common misconception.”

“I’ve heard stories from actors who were told that they would never succeed in the business if they asked for accommodations, from actors who were fired for asking for schedule flexibility or even a single day off.”

“It can be hard sometimes to admit that you need to improve in certain areas. But the more we, as directors, are open to suggestions to better our methods, it will only lead to better productions.”

“When I am on stage, I am not thinking about how many eyes are judging me, or if I am going to flub a word. When I’m standing behind a podium, with all lights on and the central focus being me, I'm worried about the eyes watching and about everything that could potentially go wrong.”

“Please please please, if you know you’re sick, do not come to the theatre, especially without a mask.”

“With the search for a new theatre critic at the Washington Post, comes an opportunity to set a new course in theatre criticism. Criticism that embodies fairness, thoughtfulness, and a contemporary perspective in reviews.”

“The talent of the cast and production impact heavily on our overall enjoyment of a musical and play but I do think there is something intangible that makes something especially rewatchable.”