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Zachary Levi's Appalling Comments on Gavin Creel’s Death
Zachary Levi's Appalling Comments on Gavin Creel’s Death

“It’s disgusting that instead of honoring Gavin’s life and legacy, Zachary Levi chosen to divert attention to nonsense. Gavin Creel deserved better, and so do all of us who are left mourning his loss.”

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ObservationsChristopher PetersonOctober 24, 2024Chris Peterson
Is Nicole Scherzinger the Tony Awards’ Leading Lady?
Is Nicole Scherzinger the Tony Awards’ Leading Lady?

“The reviews are out, and, as expected, everyone is raving about the Sunset Boulevard revival at the St. James Theatre. In nearly every review, critics say that Nicole Scherzinger’s performance as Norma Desmond is a revelation. So with that said, is Scherzinger the favorite to take home a Tony Award?”

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BroadwayChristopher PetersonOctober 21, 2024Chris Peterson
Dear Cynthia Erivo...Chill Out
Dear Cynthia Erivo...Chill Out

"It would be wonderful if there could be some flexibility or lightheartedness around these fan-made tributes. I’m certain they’re meant with deep admiration and excitement rather than disrespect."

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BroadwayChristopher PetersonOctober 17, 2024Chris Peterson
Ranking 11 Spooky Shows
Ranking 11 Spooky Shows

“While I’ve seen all kinds of productions in the month I thought it would be fun to rank what I call “October Shows” and these are the plays or musicals that most try and emulate the spirit of the season and give a little haunted Halloween joy to the audiences.”

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ObservationsOnStage Blog StaffOctober 17, 2024Rachel Wagner
“I’m Not a Dancer, I’m a Mover”
“I’m Not a Dancer, I’m a Mover”

“If you identify as a “mover”, don’t use it as an apology. For many actors, “mover” is a good way to express strength in physicality, especially for people who don’t perform in musicals.”

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Dance, ObservationsChristopher PetersonOctober 17, 2024Melody DeRogatis
Texas School Board Wants to Censor High School Shows
Texas School Board Wants to Censor High School Shows

“A Texas school board has implemented a policy that requires a superintendent-led review of every play and musical before it can be performed, even if it’s been previously approved by the school. The policy would also allow school officials to make changes to the scripts.”

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School EditionChristopher PetersonOctober 16, 2024Chris Peterson
Yes, you can succeed in theatre without a degree In it
Yes, you can succeed in theatre without a degree In it

“Theatre is a trade, an art, and doesn’t require any degree to get jobs and get into the industry.”

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ObservationsChristopher PetersonOctober 11, 2024Isabella Mirza
“When The Fat Lady Sings" - Fatphobia on Stage
“When The Fat Lady Sings" - Fatphobia on Stage

"I’m sick of seeing fat women sing about being fat - because we have so much more to say. I’m sick of seeing fat women defend their fatness or worse -- cry because of it. I’m sick of seeing people love fat women not because of their bodies, but in spite of their bodies."

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ObservationsOnStage Blog StaffOctober 11, 2024Shannon Gaffney
How to Select the Perfect Audition Song
How to Select the Perfect Audition Song

“What song is very important to you? Whatever it is, it warrants being heard. The people sitting behind the table deserve to hear YOU sing it.”

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AuditionsChristopher PetersonOctober 10, 2024Matt Whalen
Marcy Park Should Always Be Played by Asian Performers
Marcy Park Should Always Be Played by Asian Performers

"Her character song is an uptempo lament about the stress that is associated with the pressure from immigrant parents for their child to succeed. The race of the character might be changed with the actor but any intelligent audience member would be able to read the coding right away."

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ObservationsOnStage Blog StaffOctober 10, 2024Clara Tan
We Must Change The Perception Of What It Means To Be A Successful Artist
We Must Change The Perception Of What It Means To Be A Successful Artist

“At the end of the day it’s not about winning that award, or getting validation from that “important person” – it’s about moving an audience, inspiring someone, making someone who felt invisible feel seen.”

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ObservationsOnStage Blog StaffOctober 8, 2024
The Show That Made Me Want to Pursue Theatre
The Show That Made Me Want to Pursue Theatre

When I look back from my resume of theatre roles, there's one that stands out to me as the one. The one that made me want to pursue musical theatre. That role was a child in the kids chorus of Joseph And the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.

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Observations, Community TheatreChristopher PetersonOctober 8, 2024Gianna Principe
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