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College Theatre OnStage Blog Staff College Theatre OnStage Blog Staff

The Best Theatre Colleges in Every State : Vermont

“Vermont is an exceptional state for theatre students, offering a rich artistic community, outstanding college programs, and abundant performance opportunities. Schools like Middlebury College and the University of Vermont provide top-tier faculty, excellent facilities, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.”

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Observations Christopher Peterson Observations Christopher Peterson

Ariana DeBose Isn’t Going Anywhere: The Burden of “Proving It” Over and Over

“Part of the reason the “Ariana is struggling” narrative is gaining traction is that Hollywood—and audiences—often demand that actresses of color continually prove their worth. One Oscar, one major hit, is never enough. There’s an expectation that their next role must be just as award-worthy, their next film must be just as commercially successful, or else their careers are in jeopardy.”

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Broadway Christopher Peterson Broadway Christopher Peterson

Do We Want a 'Hadestown' Movie?

“Naturally, with the rise of stage-to-screen adaptations and box office success of Wicked, many are wondering: Is Hadestown the next Broadway hit destined for the big screen? More importantly, do we even want a Hadestown movie?”

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Directing OnStage Blog Staff Directing OnStage Blog Staff

Let's Talk About Directors

“In the theatre, the first thing we strive to create in a company is a sense of trust. We explore, we play theatre games, we bond. We take time and great care to fortify our relationships because, at the end of the day, we are putting ourselves in each other's hands. The director should be the nerve center of this trust-building process.”

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