“When you’re at a loss for what your child should do this summer: take a risk and choose a performing arts camp.”

“Interrupting a theatre performance is never acceptable, regardless of the cause. It disrespects the performers, violates the audience's rights, undermines the art form, and is ultimately ineffective.”

“I’ve learned that many able-bodied neurotypical people in the community have the perception that inclusion and accessibility are incredible insurmountable feats. They aren’t, at all. If you’re running a community theatre, you have a responsibility to find room at the figurative table for performers that reflect your community. I guarantee that your community is diverse in terms of how their bodies and brains work.”

“Puffs is a great selection for school and youth theater programs. It has a large and flexible cast size; there's plenty of room for creative technicals; it can be enjoyed by Potter fans and those unfamiliar with the series; it's fun to do, and it has a universal message for all.”

“Hamilton is, of course, a musical that represents, among other things, a way for BIPOC communities to celebrate the story of our nation’s founding. As we and many others have correctly noted, it should be told by BIPOC performers only. But, if we are being consistent, 1776 should be performed by white performers only as well.”

“Many of us, myself included, have fond memories of school theatre trips. But are school theatre trips always educational? I would argue not.”

“I was passed over for a role in favor of another actress, a typical experience I’ve had as a working actor. Only the circumstances of this specific role and show were different; I am a Latina actress, and the role I was passed over for was Mimi Marquez in Rent; the actress I lost out to was white.”

After all these years, 1776 has become a musical I love and respect.  It just goes to the power of live theater.  When you walk into a play thinking, “This doesn’t have anything to do with me or my sensibility.” you might just be taken by surprise.

“Theatre is where I can put on a costume and zip up the zipper to become someone else. I don't have to worry about my problems; they melt away as I become someone completely different than myself.”

“Instead of telling young actors, amateur or otherwise, to get ready for a “real world” that promotes fatphobia, disordered eating behaviors, and shame, it’s time for us to create a new “real world” – one where equity for actors is guaranteed, regardless of size and body type. We can do better.”

“When it comes to community theatre, political issues are a touchy subject. Typically, many theatres will stay away from politically themed shows or ones with divisive topics. After all, the goal is to make money and if you're angering half your audience with perceived political statements, you're putting your theatres future at risk.”

“That is a question that is frequently asked by many people who aren’t generally involved in theatre, and even by some people who are. In recent years, the involvement of a dramaturg has become far more common in theaters across the world.”