“Representation matters – not just for those who need their stories told and have long been excluded from the narrative, but so that we can all learn to see ourselves in those different from ourselves. We need to take a closer look at how subversive, in many ways, “Wicked” actually was and continues to be.”
Read More“One thing that has kept me and others tethered to Twitter is the ability to keep a community that has been built over years, one of these being Theater Twitter."
Read More“With theatres still struggling to regain pre-pandemic audiences, can they keep the doors open? With actors struggling to meet ever-rising expenses for everyday survival, can they work for next to nothing or for free?”
Read More“Does theatre need help? Absolutely and there’s a myriad of sources that can be tapped to help the industry through a combination of factors that make this a challenging moment. But to presume that all hope is lost and that theatre is dead as an art form is as cynical as the people writing the op-eds.”
Read More“I find myself revisiting Mr. Brown’s Songs for A New World. Because the reality of it is that we ARE living in a new world. This post-Covid-era where industries are still failing their people while some industries are booming. Social media created pariahs while social justice created stronger communities.”
Read More“A "Practical Magic" musical could leverage its magical themes, emotional depth, and existing fan base to create a visually enchanting and emotionally resonant theatrical experience that appeals to a wide range of audiences.”
Read More“Proper theater audience etiquette refers to the expected behavior and manners that audience members should exhibit when attending a live performance. Adhering to these guidelines ensures a respectful and enjoyable experience for everyone involved, including the performers and fellow audience members.”
Read More“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.”
Read More“Remember, warming up your voice should be a gradual process, starting with gentle exercises and gradually increasing the intensity. It's essential to listen to your body and avoid pushing your voice too hard during warm-up routines.”
Read More“The word “enough” is becoming commonplace. You did not do enough. You did not give enough to your scene partners. You did not meet the director’s expectations. You could go on and on about how you were not enough. Wracked with worry and guilt, you worry about your ability to play and depend more on the thoughts of others. You are not alone. It has a simple name that many have also felt: actor guilt.”
Read MoreFacing accusations of inappropriate relationships with her teenage fans and grooming, Colleen Ballinger decided that the best course of action was to respond with a ditty on a ukulele explaining that she was actually the victim of a “toxic gossip train.”
Read More“If a fat person auditions for your show, don’t assume that they can’t do a lift or keep up in a big production number. Don’t rule a fat person out for auditioning for the Soprano-ingenue when they could have the best voice of anyone you’ve heard all day.”
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