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Student Blog: Justice for the Jukebox
by Student Blogger: Ellie Weaver - March 18, 2024

Jukebox musicals, like Mamma Mia, have experienced mass success in both movie theaters and live on stage. But recently, some hard-core theater fans are saying they are tired of these pop-filled musicals. I, on the other hand, am here to vouch for the importance of the jukebox musical.

Student Blog: The Busy Life of a Theatre Student
by Student Blogger: Carly GALBRETH - March 18, 2024

Juggling classes, rehearsals, work, and friendships can be very difficult in college, especially as a theatre major. This semester, I’m taking two theatre classes, two politics classes, two voice lessons, and I’m singing in choir. In addition to the time I spend physically in classes, each demands significant work outside of class. Over the past semester, I’ve developed a few tools that help me prioritize all of my responsibilities that I want to share.

Student Blog: Trying to Manage 'Doing It All'
by Student Blogger: Ava Karlstad - March 18, 2024

Whenever life feels overwhelming, I find it best just to take five minutes and just sit.  My stress usually comes from inflating the importance or duration of different tasks to the point I feel completely out of control.  However, taking just five minutes to sit and remember how grateful I am to have the opportunity to be busy with things I love pursuing.

Student Blogger Spotlight: Meet Olivia Mathis!
by Blair Ingenthron - March 6, 2024

Get to know Olivia Mathis, a student at the Institute for American Musical Theatre, as she shares her advice on auditioning, stress management, parental support, and more!

Student Blog: My Favorite Things to Do When Seeing a Broadway Show
by Student Blogger: avery lakoff - March 5, 2024

Ever since I was young, I've been an avid theatergoer. Of course, when I was younger, my parents would plan the day, and I'd just go along, but now that I'm a teenager, I can play a big part in creating my ideal Broadway day.

Student Blog: The Art of the Crossover
by Student Blogger: Madi Spear - March 4, 2024

Some days feel like you have a foot in two different worlds. My journey at school has been unique since one day I rehearse my belt in Right Hand Man and then rigorously practice for Mozart’s Queen of the Night aria. Yet, I have found my work in both disciplines is incredibly fulfilling as I gain experience and perspective.

Student Blog: A Midterm Exam Survival Guide
by Student Blogger: Alexa Malerba - March 4, 2024

I’m halfway through the semester, which means two things: the weather’s starting to get warmer and exams are upon us. Any exam can be very stressful, but when multiple are happening in the same time frame, it’s easy to become overwhelmed. With midterm season happening now at my school, I figured this would be a perfect opportunity to share my advice in order to get through it.

Student Blog: How To Succeed In Auditions Without Really Trying
by Student Blogger: Grace O'Malley - March 4, 2024

So, in lieu of this busy audition season, I wanted to share some of my handy-dandy tips and tricks that may help you ace your next audition. I tried to stick to factors that are 100% in your control. Let’s be honest, the last thing you want to think (or sing) to yourself after you walk out of the room is “all that work and what did it get me?”

Student Blog: A Performer NOT Pursuing a BFA
by Student Blogger: Brynna Weir - March 4, 2024

Woohoo to semester two! I am, currently, a CCC (California Community College) student with plans to transfer to Cal Poly Pomona. Unlike many of my fellow bloggers, I am not a Theatre Arts major pursuing my BFA. It was a hard decision to not pursue my passion through a degree, but I couldn’t be happier (Thank Goodness!).

Student Blog: Start of Spring Semester
by Student Blogger: Olivia Mathis - March 4, 2024

But with everything that’s been going on this past month, I find that I’ve been struggling to stay present in my day-to-day life. This month I have had to constantly remind myself to take things one step at a time. It’s so easy to get caught up on what’s next rather than what you’re currently living through.

Student Blog: 'So, What are You Going to Do with a Theatre Degree?'
by Student Blogger: Grace Schofield - March 4, 2024

And going after what I want and what I want to do, isn’t silly or ridiculous in the slightest. I also am allowed to change my mind at any point in time and that doesn’t make me any less of an artist. It does not mean I failed.

Student Blog: Working Through 9 TO 5: What a Way to Make a Living!!
by Student Blogger: Natalie Liew - February 28, 2024

Opening two shows back-to-back in a month might be the most tiring thing I’ve ever done, but I’ve never felt more accomplished

Student Blog: Back to School Burnout
by Student Blogger: Olivia Stevens - February 28, 2024

For myself and many of my peers, it seems that the mid-semester burnout hits earlier and earlier with every passing year. This year it happened to hit right around the time I was reading my first syllabus; it was like I was already exhausted from the mental image of the semester ahead of me.

Student Blog: How the Other Half Lives: Balancing Your Character's Life with Your Own!
by Student Blogger: MJ Kirsche - February 27, 2024

These past few months, I’ve been working harder than I have before on improving my mindset and personal self care regimen. And honestly, it’s been great! I’m feeling happier and healthier than I have before… with only one down side. I’m currently cast in a play at my school, and while I’m very grateful and excited to be, it is very weighted.

Student Blog: A Look Into a Second Semester of a Grade 11 Student
by Student Blogger: Lex Allard - February 28, 2024

My school has multiple choirs, and I’m currently in the junior jazz choir. The experience has been great! They also offer opportunities for any crew position in the theatre world, from set building to tech, they have students running it all for their yearly productions. However, this also means that during the musical season, things will be extremely chaotic. For example, I am currently writing this essay in the corner of a Tim Hortons at noon on a Tuesday because my school had a matinee today, and classes were practically shut down for the day due to the lack of students that weren’t partaking in the musical this year.

Student Blog: AZAD
by Student Blogger: Carly GALBRETH - February 28, 2024

I had no idea what I was signing up for when I agreed to be the assistant stage manager for a workshop at my university, Wake Forest.

Student Blog: How Meal Prepping Can Change Your Artistry For The Better
by Student Blogger: Carissa Ferguson - February 27, 2024

One habit I've picked up during my time as a BFA Musical Theatre student is meal prepping. I know... eye roll. I'm sure to the non-meal-prepper; this whole blog might sound like the nagging mom who cries, 'Make sure you eat the carrots and broccoli I packed!' as she drops her son off at elementary school. But as an emerging artist, I've slowly realized how much the theatre industry prioritizes work over the value of a healthy human.

Student Blog: Milan Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2024: Attending the Francesca Liberatore Fashion Show
by Student Blogger: Ivana Solis - February 27, 2024

This week one of the most anticipated events of the year took place in Milan, Fall/ Winter 2024. I had the amazing opportunity to Attend a Fashion show for the Brand Francesca Liberatore. The event was held inside of the green room inside of the conservatory of Milan and It was a collaboration with the “La societá dei Concerti” (Society of the Concerts ) Milano Foundation.

Student Blog: Deciding on a School
by Student Blogger: Olivia Mathis - February 26, 2024

For most of my high school career, I thought I wanted to attend a four-year university, but I hadn’t considered why I wanted to take that path. When I stepped back and thought about what I truly wanted, none of those expectations ultimately impacted my decision at all. I knew I wanted to be in New York City, but other than that, I just wanted to get the best training I possibly could, 4-year school or not.

Student Blog: Spicy for a Cause
by Student Blogger: Ava Karlstad - February 26, 2024

As the hosts of 'Peppers', MTR does the opening number. Our chosen performance was our adaptation of 'Apex Predator' from Mean Girls which was brilliantly titled 'Apeps Predator' and the lyrics were changed to match the peppery theme of the night. We ate the peppers about one minute into the song and when I tell you it was like a SLAP in the face which only got worse the more you breathed.

Student Blog: Survival Tips for Tech Week
by Student Blogger: Ellie Weaver - February 26, 2024

Have you ever heard a performer refer to tech week as “hell week?” What is a tech week and how did it earn such a nickname? There are some “survival tips” that will help make your life in tech much easier. 

Student Blog: Researching Local History
by Student Blogger: Tatiana Atehortua - February 28, 2024

I think researching this kind of thing is very interesting, because all towns have some time of relationship with their surroundings. It's also very fun to take your other interests (such as musical theatre, for me) and see how they relate to your town's history.

Back to School: Theatre Kid Edition! A Student Blog
by Student Blogger: Lily Warshaw - February 26, 2024

As you can probably tell from my opening image, a lot is racing through my mind this school year. There’s the aspect of being a senior in high school, being a freshman in college next year, and maintaining my favorite hobby in the world; Theater.

Student Blog: The Greatest Arts Program In The World (Or At Least, I Think So)
by Student Blogger: Victoria Vorpagel - February 26, 2024

​​​​​​​To sum up this whole post in one sentence: I absolutely adore my school district’s arts program and the opportunities and love it has given me. 

Student Blog: Back to Business: My Second Semester
by Student Blogger: Alexa Malerba - February 26, 2024

Winter is in full swing, which also marks the beginning of my second semester of college. I learned a lot from my first semester: it was a big adjustment, but overall I would say it was pretty successful. I learned that I love the independence of college, although it comes with a lot of responsibility. For example, I need to manage my time properly so I don’t fall behind on assignments. 


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