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We all have loved ones that don't share our love for the performing arts - whether they don't like watching people randomly break into song and dance or they just have never given them a chance, but usually they will see how important it is to you and try their best to keep up.
At some point in college, pretty much everybody has a moment where they wonder, am I over this? Some switch their major, some stick it out and hope that feeling passes, and I'm here in the middle of all of it to admit: I'm burned out.
I'm a first year and prospective drama major at Vassar College, a liberal arts college in Poughkeepsie, NY.
This past weekend, I sat down and watched the Oscars.
Having quick access to professional theatre no doubt made an impact on my love for the arts.
It's the third week of the semester, and I can already feel myself losing steam.
Whenever I take a trip across the Channel from France to England, seeing a show (or two or three) is always one of my top priorities.
One of the beauties of theatre is that it can be used as a platform to express a spectrum of stories and emotions.
This past weekend, five of my classmates and I traveled to Huntsville, Texas to compete in the USITT Southwest Winter Symposium Student Design, Tech, and Management competition (long title, I know).
As a self-proclaimed nerd and likely (albeit undeclared) drama major in college, one of my favorite pastimes is keeping up with current events in the theater world.
I don't know about you, but this time of year is super busy for me, as it is for most students! Some days, it can feel like you're drowning in schoolwork.
This past Monday, I stood outside of a towering glass building, glancing from the map on my phone to the facade of the theater that almost glittered in the mid-afternoon sun.
The older I get, the more I hear from people how award shows aren't important and that they are far too political, or have a host that doesn't quite land the jokes like they should, or their favorite movies get snubbed.
I started classes with only two weeks before my first rehearsal and already it can feel overwhelming - even if things fall into place perfectly and things aren't being forgotten or rescheduled.
There's so much tension involved in applying to college that no one tells you what to do when you actually get there.
You've probably read enough 'new year, new me' clichés to last you a lifetime, so let me spare you.
I am fortunate enough to have grown up in a rich theatre community full of opportunities at every turn.
There's a lot of pressure when you want to pursue a career in the arts.
One of the strangest things about moving to college, provided that you aren't still living at home, is getting used to being away from home.
When I was younger I never quite understood the hype surrounding the end of a year and the start of a new one.
Resolutions.
School breaks are hard, especially if your job is an on-campus job like mine is, and if you like to stay busy.
I had the pleasure of seeing Waitress on its North American tour this past weekend at the McCallum Theatre in Palm Desert, California.
When I was younger, I always thought I needed to go to an event with a family member or a friend or I would feel awkward and alone, but as I've gotten older I've realized that seeing a show by yourself can be enjoyable and liberating.
I jumped at the opportunity to join the scenic crew of one of UCI's mainstage productions.
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