“Theatre is a powerful art form that brings immense joy and deep connections. However, as a full-time career, it often demands more sacrifices than most people realize—financially, mentally, and physically.”
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“I hate getting political, but there’s no way around that. The climate has changed and will continue this way for the next four years. We don’t have the support that we once had.”
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“If we, as the production team, are not clearly communicating schedules, we are doing more work for ourselves when people can’t show up or cast members aren’t aware of schedule changes. It disrupts the process and the flow of productivity.”
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"Let’s teach our students how to shine both in and out of the spotlight by learning how to balance their academic and theatre lives."
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"Over the years, so many of my students have found theatre to be the “home” they’ve been yearning for. We must be patient enough to help cultivate their young, impressionable lives in theatre and how they act as humans while in our care."
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"Maybe the kids we teach won’t choose a career as a comedian or a traveling troupe. However, they will gain the invaluable skills needed to expand their ability to approach situations that might arise from new angles."
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"As someone who has been involved in theatre for well over a decade, one common theme I have found is an overabundance of young people who work in theatre. This is amazing, don’t get me wrong! But, the realities of mixing those who have families with younger people can sometimes take work."
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“The value that the theatrical arts bring to the community directly impacts the economy, society, the health and well-being of millions, advocacy for dozens of groups, and the creativity and inspiration fueled by thousands of artists. Governor DeSantis is saying with his veto that the value isn’t there.”
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“As far as we have come, I think it is important to share the bigotry that we, as LGBTQ members, face in theatre, whether it is by the hand of fellow actors, audience members, leadership, or sponsors.”
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