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Why Kamala Harris is the President the Theatre Community Needs
“A Harris Administration will not propose cutting funding for the arts. A Harris Administration will fight for more rights for underrepresented communities whose life experiences are crucial to the modern-day theatre experience. A Harris Administration will stand up for the messages the theatre community stands up for every day: tolerance, love, joy, diverse representation, and justice.”
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.”
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?”
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."
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.”
“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.”
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.”
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.”
“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."
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.”
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."
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.”