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Student Blog: Tools To Get You Through Your First Semester of College Photo Student Blog: Tools To Get You Through Your First Semester of College
by Student Blogger: Jules Donohue - November 29, 2023

For incoming college students, the first semester of classes can be daunting. As someone who is almost done with her first semester of college, I have some tips that can help make the process less difficult. I'll definitely take these tips with me into my next semester because they can be good reminders for established college students as well. Check the end of the blog for my holiday bucket list!


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Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy: A Celtic Family Christmas in Broadway Logo

Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy: A Celtic Family Christmas

12/2
George Mason University
Fairfax
Next Stop, Broadway! in Broadway Logo

Next Stop, Broadway!

11/30 - 12/2/2023
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo
An America in Paris + Other Works in Broadway Logo

An America in Paris + Other Works

11/30 - 12/2/2023
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati
Feast of Carols in Broadway Logo

Feast of Carols

12/2 - 12/3/2023
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati
By The Way, Meet Vera Stark in Broadway Logo

By The Way, Meet Vera Stark

11/24 - 12/3/2023
American River College
Sacramento


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Wagner College Dance Performs MORSO D'AMORE in Stage One by Stephi Wild - November 21, 2023

MORSO D'AMORE, a ballet powerful for its use of confrontation and subterfuge, is the culmination of a month-long opportunity for a select group of students to work with Caterina Rago, investigating the cultural and social aspects of the Italian phenomenon known as Tantarism.

Rob Mathes Celebrates 30 Years Of Holiday Concerts With Three Special Shows At The Performing Arts Center At Purchase College by A.A. Cristi - November 20, 2023

The Rob Mathes Holiday Concert, a holiday tradition for so many, is celebrating an amazing 30 years of performing its annual holiday extravaganza this year with three concerts at The Performing Arts Center at Purchase College.

Miller Auditorium Partners with Western Michigan University's Essential Needs Drive by A.A. Cristi - November 20, 2023

Miller Auditorium, located in Kalamazoo, MI, is supporting WMU Essential Needs. Contact Heidi Kelley, Marketing Director, at (269) 387-2322 or heidi.kelley@wmich.edu.

COLLEGIATE THEATRICS: Connor Adair of Lipscomb University by Jeffrey Ellis - November 20, 2023

Today, we continue to celebrate the return of Collegiate Theatrics featuring one of our favorites from the theatre department at Nashville’s Lipscomb University: Connor Adair, a native of Edmond, Oklahoma. Throughout his time on-campus, he’s become a stalwart company member of virtually every Lipscomb University Theatre production we’ve reviewed, most recently taking on a significant supporting role in their acclaimed production of Big Fish.

THE THREE MUSKETEERS Comes to Idaho State University in December by Stephi Wild - November 20, 2023

The Three Musketeers comes to Idaho Statue University next month. Performances are in Bistline Theatre, December 1, 2, 7-9.

Belmont University Musical Theatre's HELLO, DOLLY! Boasts An Embarrassment of Riches by Jeffrey Ellis - November 18, 2023

It only takes a moment whenconductor Jo Lynn Burks raises her baton and the first notes of the overture are heard to remember that Herman’s score includes a treasure trove of Broadway chestnuts, including “So Long, Dearie,” “Before the Parade Passes By,” “Elegance,” “It Only Takes A Moment,” “Put On Your Sunday Clothes,” as well as the title tune.

MY SWEETEST BABY ANGEL PRINCESS Premieres At Fordham University by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 17, 2023

MY SWEETEST BABY ANGEL PRINCESS Premiered At Fordham University this week.

Interview: Theatre Education Spotlight on Broadway Bound Kids by HaleyJane Rose - November 21, 2023

BroadwayWorld spoke with Broadway Bound Kids' educators and students on why arts education and access is so important, their favorite parts of being involved in the programming, how theatre has changed the students, and much more! 

Review: Edward Hopper Paintings Inspire LATER THE SAME EVENING by John Musto and Mark Campbell at Juilliard Opera by Richard Sasanow - November 15, 2023

It’s amazing how much emotion John Musto and Mark Campbell have been able to cram in the mere 75 minutes of LATER THE SAME EVENING, a one act opera, which has been on view this past week at Juilliard Opera at the Peter Jay Sharp Theatre, on West 65 Street, down the block from Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall.

Review: UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN at Arkansas State University Beebe by Theresa Bertram - November 15, 2023

It’s great when a higher institution can educate the audience, and that is what happened for me when I went to Arkansas State University Beebe’s Theatre Department production of THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN. Though I am familiar with the story of the Titanic, I have never seen this musical and was intrigued to see what this group of scholars have done. With Book by Henry Richard Morris, Music and Lyrics by Meredith Willson, and Directed by Ryan Gibbons, these actors told the story of Mrs. Brown from her humble beginnings with her brothers and pa to her time with royalty and beyond.  

Things Our Student Bloggers Can't Live Without by Blair Ingenthron - November 15, 2023

This month, we've asked our student bloggers to let us know one thing they couldn't live without as a theatre student. From tools like iPads and planners to leaning on community support to get them through stressful times, the student bloggers give us the rundown on how to thrive in theatre school. Check out what they had to say here!

Point Park University Offers Complete in Four Years Bachelor of Fine Arts to MBA Degree Program by Stephi Wild - November 15, 2023

 Point Park University's world-renowned Conservatory of Performing Arts and innovative Rowland School of Business have introduced an Early Start Bachelor of Fine Arts and Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Sports, Arts and Entertainment Management.

The University Musical Society Announces 101 Workshop Series to Deepen Audience Experiences by A.A. Cristi - November 14, 2023

The University Musical Society has announced the lineup of UMS 101 workshops featured as part of its 23/24 season. 

Disney's FREAKY FRIDAY Announced at Grossmont College Stagehouse Theatre, December 7 - 16 by A.A. Cristi - November 14, 2023

Get ready for a magical, uproarious experience as Grossmont College Stagehouse Theatre presents Freaky Friday, Disney's beloved body-swap musical comedy, directed by Katie Banville. Based on the celebrated novel by Mary Rodgers, the beloved classic gets a contemporary twist with a hilarious new book by Bridget Carpenter, complemented by pop/rock music by Tom Kitt and lyrics by Brian Yorkey.

The College Audition Edge Announces Faculty For Inaugural Summer by A.A. Cristi - November 14, 2023

The College Audition Edge announces the launch of its inaugural summer of programming in New York City. The program, geared towards the rising high school senior preparing to embark on college auditions, is founded and created by Benjamin Wolfe. Wolfe, founder of the award-winning Southeastern Summer Theatre Institute, brings together nine faculty members from the nation's top ranked BFA musical theatre universities to offer this week-long workshop.

THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS Comes to Mercer County Community College This Week by Stephi Wild - November 14, 2023

Audiences are in store for a unique experience for the senses and the mind when the Mercer County Community College's (MCCC) multiple award-winning Theater and Dance programs present 'The Seven Deadly Sins,' Nov. 17-19.

Ashley Zhangazha Featured in 2023 Guildhall School Honors by Aliya Al-Hassan - November 14, 2023

Actor, director and Guildhall School mentor, Ashley Zhangazha has been made a Fellow of Guildhall School of Music & Drama at this year’s Guildhall School graduation ceremony on Friday 3 November.

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Comes to The University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television by Stephi Wild - November 14, 2023

The School of Theatre, Film & Television will present Jesus Christ Superstar, the iconic rock opera from Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, Nov. 12 – Dec. 3 in the Tornabene Theatre.

Larry Sousa Directs and Choreographs RENT at Boston College This Week by Stephi Wild - November 13, 2023

Acclaimed interdisciplinary theater artist Larry Sousa—whose extensive career as a director, choreographer, designer, educator, and performer has spanned Broadway, regional theater, television, film, and higher education for more than 30 years—has joined Boston College's Theatre Department this academic year as the Monan Professor in Theatre Arts.

Mercer County Community College President to Make Her Kelsey Theatre Stage Debut In PARFUMERIE by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 10, 2023

Mercer County Community College President, Dr. Deborah E. Preston, will be making her stage debut in 'Parfumerie' at Kelsey Theatre. This article discusses her passion for theater and how it has influenced her understanding of people.

New Musical MARIAN Holds Residency at The University of Michigan This Month by Stephi Wild - November 10, 2023

The University Of Michigan Department of Musical Theatre will be hosting a two week writer’s residency this November for the creative team of MARIAN, a new musical about the renowned opera singer and activist, Marian Anderson. 

Park University's International Center for Music Hosts 2nd Annual Free Holiday Concert by Stephi Wild - November 10, 2023

 Park University’s International Center for Music (Park ICM) announced today that it will host its second annual holiday concert, 'An Intimate Christmas with Park ICM,' at the Graham Tyler Memorial Chapel, located at 8700 NW River Park Drive, Parkville, MO.

Actors Studio Drama School at Pace University Takes Over Our Instagram Story Today! by HaleyJane Rose - November 09, 2023

Tune in to our Instagram Story as Lauren Shields and Rabiah Rowther bring you along for a day at the Actors Studio Drama School at Pace University!

Fordham University Theatre To Present Shakespeare's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 07, 2023

Ryan Quinn directs Shakespeare’s beloved comedy, a feverish memory of young love, in Fordham University Theatre's production of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM.

Middle Tennessee State University's RODGERS + HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA Proves Anything Is Possible by Jeffrey Ellis - November 06, 2023

Today we celebrate our most recent sojourn with Cinderella and company, thanks to the sumptuously designed, beautifully staged and wonderfully sung Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella, presented in an all-too-brief one-weekend run at Middle Tennessee State University’s Tucker Theatre in Murfreesboro.



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