“The best way to network in this day and age is to have an online presence. Create a portfolio website, have social media channels that showcase what you do, and don’t downplay the importance of meeting for coffee.”

“Sometimes stage-managing may feel like a thankless job but remember, you’re inspiring everyone in a production to get on your level when it comes to making a show come together.”

“On Sunday, the much anticipated (and expensive) revival of ‘Cabaret’ opened on Broadway. Critics had the chance to state their thoughts on the show. Let’s say their reactions were mixed.”

Bigots on a Pennsylvania school board have canceled an upcoming appearance by actor and author Maulik Pancholy after some cited concerns about what they described as his “lifestyle.”

“I urge any theatre group thinking about doing the same to have actual plans ready before auditions/registration even begins. Because when there’s not, it can lead to irreparable problems that could result in kids never wanting to do theatre again, and that’s a shame.”

‘To the community theatre that shaped me: Thank you. Thank you for taking me when I was little and had no idea of who I was and being with me as I figured it out.”

“It is being reported that during last night’s performance of ‘Cabaret,’ an audience member walked up to the stage and grabbed star Eddie Redmayne. The audience member was removed by theatre security.”

‘Crazy Rich Asians’ is headed to the stage. It was announced today that a stage musical adaptation of the hit film is being developed by the film’s director, Jon M. Chu.

“A former Metro Nashville Public Schools drama teacher has been charged with aggravated sexual battery of a minor following a grand jury indictment.”

Many of us work full-time jobs, what I refer to as a vocation to support our avocations. I can’t tell you how many times people ask me after seeing a show or hearing I am in a show, “How much do you get paid for doing this?” Of course, in community theatre, the answer is nothing. The look of surprise on their faces is astounding.

“Theatre students from New Orleans’ Benjamin Franklin High School traveled to Baton Rouge on March 27 to protest several anti-LGBTQ+ bills up for consideration by the Republican-controlled House and Senate.”

“Last night or yesterday afternoon, you finished your final performance of a show. You had an incredible run, the cast was fantastic, and the performances were some of the most memorable times of your life. But now you're miserable, and you know this weekend will only get worse.”