Graduating early is risky. Here’s why I did it anyway.

Spend a Wednesday with me as a Musical Theatre student with a double minor at Otterbein University. Go through the day from early morning, to dance classes, to rehearsals and more.

Ultimately, designing has made me a better producer. As someone primarily interested in arts management, producing is my main focus. However, after stepping into the shoes of a designer, I can now better anticipate the needs of my creative team. It has expanded my versatility and allowed me to engage with projects from multiple angles.

When asked to write about creative risk and stepping out of your comfort zone this month, I wanted to reflect on the benefits I’ve had with breaking the typecast to provide comfort to those who may be afraid to take that risk.

There’s something about the green room that doesn’t quite translate to anyone who hasn’t sat in it. On paper, it’s nothing special; it’s really just an open space filled with couches, mirrors, and tables, it’s a place to wait. But to us, it’s the heartbeat of the department. It’s where real things happen, before and after the illusion of a show.

Nowadays, it seems like everything has been infiltrated by artificial intelligence. From medical scribing to releasing entire albums, no field of work is safe from the impending doom of AI. In a creative field such as theatre, it's a difficult line to toe with the ethics of using AI. As students, especially, the use of AI is becoming inevitable in our everyday lives. The key is to take the creative risks that AI cannot replicate.

The trip to Mexico City that inspired me.

How a lifelong passion for theatre and a new love for film production come together and can be used in combined ways that many may not realize. Bringing them together can be beneficial and impactful.

I hope to one day gain enough confidence in myself to bring my story to life.

My unexpectedly memorable experience rushing the Suffs Broadway National Tour in Boston.

Want to be in a musical? Audition! Want to start up dance classes? Figure out where! Want to own the most beautiful garden ever? Get a book from the library about gardening and get to work! I do not care how old you are - you can start anything new that you want to. 

One of the most rewarding experiences I’ve had as an actor was interning for a children’s theatre. I was 15-years-old at the time and just wanted something to do over the summer - so I applied.

Comfort zones are hard in theatre – and that’s the reality. Whether it’s physical boundaries, phobias, content, or character portrayal, sometimes one’s comfort zone gets tested.

Actors are often told that true commitment means centering their entire lives around performance, but this blog pushes back against that narrative. As a self-identified multi-hyphenate studying both Drama and Public Relations at Hofstra University, I share how expanding my interests has opened doors rather than closed them. From navigating a theatre program that didn’t always embrace dual paths to gaining hands-on experience through a theatrical press internship, I’ve learned that adaptability is essential in today’s industry. Theatre is inherently collaborative, and having skills beyond acting allows you to contribute in more meaningful and sustainable ways. Ultimately, this piece is a reminder that pursuing multiple passions doesn’t dilute your artistry; it deepens it.

Despite the odds being stacked against them, this Florida-based student theater company stages Hedwig and the Angry Inch, a profound expression of queer resilience and joy.

Gravity has always had a personal vendetta against me, as evident by my height. I’ve always preferred keeping my feet on the ground. Roller coasters, airplanes, elevators, even downward escalators, definitely not my best friend.

In 2026, it feels like the only way to get into the job market is to know the right people, which makes everything that much more complicated for us college students. 

As an actor, you worry about learning your lines, your harmonies, hitting your marks, executing your choreography flawlessly. You live inside the moment you are given, your track, your character arc, and trust that everything will fall into place.

There it was–part invitation, part demand–put before me by my college voice instructor, Dr. Marilyn Govich. Though I may not be entirely accurate in my recollection of her words, I distinctly remember the message.

As both a self-proclaimed theatre geek and a college student, I am always listening to cast albums and soundtracks, no matter where I am or what I’m doing. Especially during exam season, these albums help me to relax and focus when I am studying or walking to classes, and they also help relieve my anxiety about upcoming exams. This year, I have been consistently listening to five cast albums that have been bringing me joy in my studies as we approach midterm exams here at Fordham University. I thought I would share these albums here to (hopefully) give you some new music to add to your playlist and lifestyle!

Fun Home, Representation, and Creating a Pathway for Understanding.

At the beginning of this year, I received an email from my professor encouraging me to audition for a new musical. This musical had not been produced anywhere else and they wanted college students to come workshop the musical.

Singing and I still have a complicated relationship– I don’t think that will ever fully go away– but my experience with voice lessons serves as a constant reminder to never listen to people who try to dissuade you from doing what you love. If you continue to pursue your passions, one day you’ll find your biggest cheerleader.

As someone in the performance industry of all sorts, there is no doubt that a lot of pressure comes with the execution of your talent. You work so hard on a project, and you just want it to be perfect to show that hard work.

Moving to New York City, I was worried I would lack alone time. Obviously, I would have my dorm room, but being surrounded by roommates and friends all the time, I feared I wouldn’t find time and a space to focus and study. But now, to say I found a place to study and focus would be quite the understatement.