“While the film adaptation of Wicked has been a commercial and critical success, last night’s results from the Golden Globes has fans feeling a bit deflated. However, fans shouldn’t fret. If cinematic history and the creative decisions surrounding this adaptation are any indicators, the real awards glory will likely come with Wicked Part 2.”

“The potential closure of TikTok would mark a significant shift, but it would also present opportunities for reinvention. The theatrical community’s innate ability to innovate would ensure that the heart of TheatreTok lives on, regardless of the platform.”

“It’s time we stop shaming actors for having day jobs and start supporting them as the hardworking, dedicated artists they are. Let’s appreciate their craft, understand the complexities of their journey, and lift them up, rather than putting them down for doing what it takes to survive in an unpredictable, competitive industry.”

“I want to start this column off by making it clear that the following has very little to do with theatre. But I’d like to think that this blog is a space where the arts intersect with everyday life. While its core lies in celebrating the magic of the stage, we often delve into topics that resonate beyond the curtain, including love and loss. So you’ll have to bear with me as I pay tribute to the “goodest” girl, Maeby.”

“I began to wonder what do people think of me?  Do they think I’m a failure?  Are they surprised that I didn’t “make it”?  When I bump into my old college professors, are they disappointed? Or, are they smirking to themselves thinking that they knew I would never make it?”

“Every single minute matters to a stage manager in a rehearsal. So, if you’re going to be even 30 seconds late, just text or call your stage manager BEFORE the rehearsal time starts; it’s really not that difficult to give them a heads-up.”

“In 2024, I’ve seen the power of theatre to strengthen communities, particularly in educational spaces. As I work with young artists and designers, I witness how theatre brings them together in ways that transcend the classroom.”

“The message that Spring Awakening sends is that whatever you're going through, whoever you are, whoever you love, it's okay. It's all part of growing up. And that message is so crucial to developing teenagers.”

“I recently caught a song, on a cast recording that I rarely listen to, that seemed to be about, whether the writers knew it or not, polyamory. Musicals were teaching me about ethical non-monogamy before I had had much of a chance to even be monogamous.”

“Theatrical arts, like many creative industries, can be significantly shaped by political landscapes. With the reelection of Donald Trump, we have to consider the potential impact of his administration’s policies on funding, social dynamics, and cultural messaging in the arts.”

“Theatre has survived through wars, political shifts, social challenges, and even a pandemic, and it will continue to do so. While the road ahead may feel daunting, your work remains vital and valued.”

“Too often we take for granted the fact that we share the stage, the story, the wonder, and the present moment together, as a unit. Call it what you will: cast, crew, team, friends, or even perhaps family. But if anything must be said about our experiences on stage, it is that we aren’t nearly as successful or as good as we all aspire to be without each of us backing one another.”