Student Blogger: Jana Denning

We are artists. We have the power to use our voices in compelling ways. We know how to make people listen. Let them know how you feel about the state of our nation. Speak through your art, and tell them we want change for the better. This is not only a call to action but also a reminder that what is happening is not normal or acceptable.

The end of the semester is a difficult time for all students, but taking care of your mind and body is key to getting through it. Here are some suggestions on how to do just that. Bonus: Grade Calculation Math!

How can we create a safe environment for everyone on and off stage? The first step is quite clear: creating boundaries that allow you to feel comfortable. From there, everything can feel much more difficult. I want to help with that. Here is my plan for creating an accountable boundary system at work and in my future theatrical endeavors.

This year has already been a tough one, and despite everything, the world turns and we are expected to fulfill our responsibilities. Realizing your own needs is incredibly important during these thoroughly unprecedented times, and taking care of yourself should be a number one priority. I’m writing this for myself and anyone else who may be going through difficult times.

If you're struggling to get a self-tape audition you can watch without bemoaning the video or sound quality, I am here to help. Self-tapes can be a pain, but they're also an opportunity to get your audition exactly how you want it. I have compiled the tips I find the most helpful for setting up your self-tape into this article, just for you.

New Year’s Resolutions are notorious for being ambitious and then being abandoned soon after. The easiest way to avoid falling off the proverbial wagon is to make healthy, achievable goals that avoid discouraging slip-ups. Here are some of my best tips for creating yours!

You’re probably auditioning for roles you do want, but you may want them for a reason that isn’t as lighthearted as “it would be fun”, and not getting those roles could be having a negative effect on you that you don’t even notice. Let's explore different character types, why we might want them, and the potential effect that could have on us.

Almost everyone, including myself, expected me to major in musical theatre. It’s what I eat, sleep, and breathe. Instead, I’m pursuing a degree in Architecture, but I don’t want to miss out on theatre while I’m in college, so I’ve compiled some ideas for how you (and I) can stay involved in the theatre scene no matter what your major is.