“We all have them. And we love them. Those precious items of clothing that remind us of shows we’ve done, or seen. Whether they’re show shirts, costume pieces, or have more subtle connections every one of them is special to us.”

“Community Theater has always been a supportive community for as long as I have been involved. Although that support has always been there, it was taken to a whole new level after sad events in my life.”

“As flawed as I found the West End cast album to be, I am also grateful to have songs like “Deliver Us,” “Heaven’s Eyes,” and “Miracles” to turn to and renew hope for the day the whole world will have another exodus, all joining together to celebrate our freedom and the hope of a better world rising up from the ashes of COVID19.”

“William Shakespeare’s works can be intimidating, to say the least. That’s why I’ve compiled this list – a cheat sheet, if you will – to help you navigate the crazy world of the Bard!”

“Thank you all for inspiring me and pointing me in the right direction. Perhaps now I too can do the same for the performers of tomorrow, which makes whatever the outcome, all seem worthwhile.”

Staying active during this quarantine period can be vital for an actor. Not being in a show is no excuse for someone to stop playing. Growing stale in your craft is a legitimate possibility, so it is best to exercise your craft to continue to grow.

“Ugly crying at the theatre is okay. It's a safe place to feel things that remind you of why life is beautiful, or sad, or unfair, or hilarious, or amazing, or whatever it is that day. “

“I’m proud that our program is free and inclusive for the students, but we also receive no funds from any other sources. So, I had to get creative and come up with ways to stretch my budget. Here’s what works for me.”

“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.”

“A good actor and director know how to think about the view of the audience and strive to make sure you are creating for every person.”

“If the idea of making fun of the pandemic makes you feel ill, then, by all means, don’t, but if you think it will help keep you sane, let me give you a few prompts.”

“As a young actor growing up, I too had two different lists of roles I wanted to play. The first being the roles I knew I could realistically play as an Asian man and the other ones if I was white. Over the years I've spoken with many other performers of color and I know I'm far from the only one who had lists like these. “