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Running Out of Time
The days are flying by and I’m scared the days of my senior year are going to fly by too.
18 Shows?! Finding Energy in a Long Run
Broadway performers do 8 shows a week and I always hear actors talking about finding a continuous appreciation for performing a show many times, but I never actually got it.
Breaking the Box
One of the most frequent questions I was asked as a child was “what do you want to be when you grow up?” I used to have an immediate answer–from teacher to reporter to anyone famous–but as I aged, I dreaded the question.
Six Weeks in a Commedia Mask
This summer, I spent six weeks in Florence, Italy studying Commedia dell’Arte with NYU Grad Acting Faculty.
Tools of the Trade, Managing a Theatre Life with University Courses
Life as a theatre student in college is very rewarding but, it's not without its fair share of challenges.
Summer Job Hunt; Complete!
The search for employment.
Top 10 Acting Tips for Aspiring Actors
Hey aspiring actors! Ready to take your acting to the next level? Here are my top 10 tips to help you succeed.
Work From Home: Working a Remote Job
I have never done remote work before, and have never had the opportunity to work from home, so these past two weeks have been a learning experience for me.
Introductions
My name is Olivia Ruhnke and I am a rising junior at Carnegie Mellon University’s School of Drama where I am training to receive my BFA in Acting.
'What's Next for You?'
What I love about this question is that the person asking is wanting to be supportive and excited for you and your passion.
Firsts & Lasts
What my future is looking like and what that means for my theatre journey.
Sick Day Q&A!
As I write this, I’m currently home sick in bed.
How Do We Stay Old Friends?
I have a lot of emotional ties to the musical “Merrily we Roll Along,” and I think I realized that as I was watching it, in real time.
Theatre in Summer
Sometimes though in the summer, especially when I’m not doing any shows or anything like that, I can fall into a bit of a creative rut.
My Week at the Lanford Wilson New American Play Festival 2024
I always leave feeling so inspired and creatively charged.
Lets Talk Analysis and Research
To know and understand what an intent is and where it came from in terms of the work we surround ourselves with, makes the piece truly come alive and allows us to tell dynamic and compelling stories.
Audition Science
While this is probably common knowledge among actors, I quickly learned that little to no background research prior to auditioning put me at a disadvantage.
Meet Cat Boynton
Hi there! Let me introduce myself! My name is Cat Boynton and I'm a Senior at New York University, Tisch School of the Arts studying Drama in the New Studio on Broadway (NSB).
A Season of New
I am ready to step away from the strenuous academic and social life on campus.
A Recap of the Dramatists Guild's Young Playwrights Professional Development Intensive
At International Thespian Festival, which I attended this past week, I had the opportunity to participate in a young playwrights professional development intensive hosted by the Dramatists Guild.
MT Dream Roles
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Making Broadway Characters in Dress to Impress on Roblox
I decided that for this post I would make and share some looks that reimagine famous Broadway characters.
First Blog - Get to Know Me!
My hope is that I can use these blogs to connect with students like myself surrounding the highs and lows of getting an education or being involved in theater.
Clubs at College
Today I'm covering clubs at UMich! Joining clubs can feel intimidating, but it doesn't have to be!
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