Spotlight
Stories that deserve your attention
Community Theatre is Not a "Trap"
“A friend of mine recently told her that one of her college theatre directors told their class to avoid participating in community theatre because "it's a trap for serious actors."‘
'Frog and Toad' lead actor abruptly quits, calls production a "nightmare"
“Last week, a production of "A Year with Frog and Toad" found itself in a difficult situation when the show’s lead actor suddenly quit as the show’s run began. Actor Jay Goede called the Children's Theater Company’s production a “literal disaster” and seemingly blamed the show’s director.”
Our Early Tony Award Predictions
“While it’s only been hours since the nominations were made public, it’s never too early to make some predictions for Broadway’s biggest night. So let’s get into it!”
Five Reasons Why Voice Lessons are Worth It
“If you do plan on pursuing theater professionally, vocal training is necessary. And even if you do not plan on professionally pursuing theater, the tools and tips you learn in vocal training will still benefit you in the long run.”
'The Heart of Rock and Roll' reviews prove "fun" musicals work
“‘The Heart of Rock and Roll’" is a refreshing reminder of the sheer joy and exhilaration that can be found in a lighthearted, feel-good production.”
Misunderstood Musicals: "The First"
“Is it a bad show? Not at all. It’s not bad, but it’s just kind of there, and if you’re going to write a book musical about Jack Roosevelt Robinson it should be as great as he was and as inspiring as he became.”
Theater Assignment Leads to Teacher's Suspension
“News coming out of Texas today that a theatre teacher has been suspended following reports of a controversial assignment where a mass shooting would be staged using puppets.”
Three Reasons Why Your Theatre Degree Isn’t Useless
“These degrees teach valuable life lessons that can be used in other careers and realms beyond those of theatre.”
Advice for Incoming Musical Theatre and Theatre Majors
“Going to college for the performing arts can seem all-consuming, but it is not nor should it be treated as such. It is crucial that your training in music, dance, acting, design, etc. be accompanied by a true college experience.”
So You Think You Can Dance: What are you doing?!?!
“I am a huge SYTYCD fan. And I was so excited for Season 18, which premiered a few weeks ago. But pretty quickly… my heart started to hurt, and all I can say is…SYTYCD – WHAT ARE YOU DOING?!?!”
We Should Review Community Theater Honestly
“There has always been a problem with reviews of community theater productions. While the quality of the productions under scrutiny can vary widely from very, very good to very, very bad, community theater reviews always seem to err on the side of caution.”
Due to support for anti-trans activist commencement speaker, do not attend Adrian College for theatre
“Due to Adrian College leadership’s support of having anti-trans activist, Riley Gaines, as their commencement speaker, we do not recommend applying to this school, as we do not believe it to be a safe place for the LGBTQ+ community.”