Tag: theatre
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Pocket Lint and Paper Clips: A Guide to MacGyvering as a Director
Angus MacGyver was a hero of mine growing up. Yes, the super-sweet brown bomber jacket and the somehow-sweeter sun-glistened mullet played a large part in it. You read that right: mullet. We’re talking 80’s Angus, the Richard Dean Anderson version. A character so awesome that he not only spawned the 2016 reboot but also an…
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Prevent Phone Use During Live Theatre
There’s nothing quite like the shared energy of a live performance. Unfortunately, one of the biggest disruptions in modern live performance is phone use during the show. One recent example took place on Broadway during a performance of Hand to God, where an audience member tried to use a fake outlet onstage to charge his…
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Finding Love in Theatre
Community theatre has a way of bringing people together in unexpected and deeply meaningful ways. Long rehearsals, shared creative goals, and the trust built behind the scenes often create bonds that extend far beyond the stage. For many, theatre isn’t just a hobby—it’s where they met their partner, built a relationship, or found a shared…
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Three Things to Know When Selecting a High School Theatre Season
A high school theatre program is a special place. It is often a refuge for kids who are exploring who they are, pretending to be someone else for a few hours, or singing showtunes at the top of their lungs. A director unites these kids around a common goal through a production. There is a…