“Stage Etiquette (accepted behavior during the auditions, rehearsal, and run of production) is one of those great topics for theatre professionals that isn’t discussed enough.”

“‘Chess’ will stay with me for a while. It won me over. Game. Set. Match.”

“As the industry evolves and the demands on theatre professionals become more complex, there are certain areas in which college theatre programs should spend more time teaching to better prepare students for the realities of the field. Here are some key skills that deserve greater emphasis.”

How many times have you thought, “I should have gotten that role!” after the casting has been announced and your name is not on the list? How do you handle that news?  

“Sunday in the Park With George” defined what we now think of as off-Broadway and made stars out of its largely unknown director, cast, and producers.”

“From an initial glance, it may be hard to truly distinguish one college program from another. So it’s essential to look for warning signs that one program might not be the best place for you. With that in mind, here are some “red flags” to consider when looking at college theatre programs.”

“Descendants” should be a household name for any families that want to get their kids into musical theatre.

“Understanding why sexual predators may target theatre settings is crucial in preventing abuse and ensuring a safe space for all participants. Here are some key factors that contribute to the vulnerability of theatre environments to grooming and exploitation by predators.”

“Early on, I decided to set clear rules and boundaries that were available to all campers and my full-time theatre students during the school year. This paid off hugely in helping me when the time came to deal with disruptive behavior.”

“The sound team is just one of the many departments that are involved in staging a show. They do more than just play the sound cues, adjust the mixing of the system in the soundboard, and make your lavalier (or lapel) mics as inconspicuous as possible. Here are 6 ways to help them do their jobs.”

“Take the time to invest in your designers, encourage them throughout the process, and support them the same way you would actors or directors.”

“I can assure you that no matter what I hear when I listen to someone audition, I will never subject my prospective cast to what I was subjected to. I use what talents I have to lift them up, to get them into character when rehearsals begin, to make sure the stage is set from the wings when opening night comes.”