“Majoring in theatre doesn’t guarantee a specific future—but it opens the door to a thousand possibilities. And often, the path you least expected becomes the one you love most.”
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“Without further ado, here are our favorite embarrassing theatre stories:”
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“If we agree that theatre is best learned by doing, then we have to protect the opportunity to do—to rehearse, to perform, to take risks on stage—for the students who have made theatre their primary academic pursuit.”
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“When you’re auditioning for a BFA program, you’re performing for faculty who have seen everything. They don’t need to be shocked. They need to see your skills. They want to know that you understand text, can make strong choices, and—most importantly—have good instincts about what is and isn’t appropriate for this setting.”
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“If you’re looking for a private, industry-connected theatre school with top-tier facilities and networking, Emerson College is a fantastic choice. If affordability is a key factor and you want a program with excellent faculty, strong diversity initiatives, and cross-college collaboration, UMass Amherst delivers incredible value.”
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“I believe that balance is key to a truly great theatre education. We want to be pushed artistically, but we also want to be in a program where we feel safe to take risks, to experiment, and, most importantly, to still love what we do.”
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“In a move that has sparked heated debate, the final performances of Stephen Sondheim’s Assassins at Northwestern University were canceled due to complaints over a racial slur in the show’s script.”
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“Theatre students seeking a well-rounded education in New Hampshire should strongly consider both Plymouth State University and the University of New Hampshire. PSU offers specialized tracks and hands-on training, while UNH provides a broad curriculum with extensive performance opportunities.”
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“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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“The University of Southern Maine and the University of Maine offer compelling opportunities for theatre students seeking a well-rounded, immersive education.”
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“While college auditions are inherently subjective, certain errors can disqualify students outright, regardless of their talent. Here are five critical mistakes that I’ve seen during my time adjudicating college acting auditions to avoid.”
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“Will I have the opportunity to understudy and/or swing on a mainstage production, and will you teach me how to do it?”
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