BWW Blog: Micah Young - The Art Of The Steal

It seems that in theatre, there is more value placed on being an extrovert than an introvert. Being outgoing means more parties, more dinner and coffee dates. More exposure to the people that 'matter.' This is all true. You don't get seen staying home in your apartment.

We cannot help but be drawn into the incessant rat-race that is Manhattan life; that which we all love to hate and talk about like it's yesterday's news. I was reminded recently that as much as we may love it or hate it, taking time away from it is important. Finding your own way of stealing yourself, even for a short period of time, gives you space and peace of mind.

Staring up at the high-rise buildings that make up the city, one can lose perspective much like trying to point out the forest through the trees. The city can be overwhelming, and not carving out that afternoon in the park, or that evening to yourself can make everything feel like a constant barrage of stress and competition. We can lose perspective in the day-to-day hustle; things like making art feel less like art and more like work.