The arts have changed my life tremendously, and without the arts, I would not be the person I am. They have taught me to try new things, create, and appreciate music more.

In my academic life, I have been slowly but surely trying to find balance as I adjust to college life and the challenges and workload that come with it.

I feel each note and key change tie us together. Dad, “thank you for the music, for giving it to me”.

I just needed to write something that I loved and that I thought was interesting. It doesn’t have to be perfect and I’m telling you right now, it isn’t perfect. But I love it. And I’m passionate about it. And that is what matters.

My plans changed when my mom told me the story of my first trip to New York. I was thirteen and fresh off the plane in New York then said to my mom, “I’m home”. I’m pretty sure thirteen year old me was onto something. 

This module does not only give us the swing experience; it has also been a way for us to explore how we learn to pick multiple things up in such short time which will inevitably help us for other projects in the future. It's why it's just so incredible.

As chaotic as the first semester of my freshman year at college might be, I feel like I’ve started to develop a nice routine that has enabled me to prioritize academics while also having time for theater commitments and other clubs. While it can be stressful at times, finding methods to calm yourself and give your mind a rest can be beneficial and a great way to reset and jump back into that daily college grind.

I have managed to get my time management skills down to a formula. Sometimes my schedule runs to the hour, minute, or second depending on the day. I have a running to-do list in my notes app too. In times of really high stress, it helps me to check my to-do lists to recenter. I’m reminded of my priorities. Following along how I manage to keep everything organized. 

Currently, I am the assistant stage manager for my high school's fall and spring productions, and trust me I wouldn't trade it for the world. It's my favorite thing ever and to be exaggeratingly honest I don't think I could live without it. I've made so many friends through it, and I absolutely love getting to watch the actors and crew put together an incredible show every day during rehearsal. The only downfall is my high school's main focus is sports.

When the winter months roll around I start to get comfortable with the school year and fall into the same daily routine, which soon means I have to remind myself not to get lazy and keep the work effort up. Keeping grades up can be challenging, but I've found some techniques to help balance after-school activities and social time.

For incoming college students, the first semester of classes can be daunting. As someone who is almost done with her first semester of college, I have some tips that can help make the process less difficult. I'll definitely take these tips with me into my next semester because they can be good reminders for established college students as well. Check the end of the blog for my holiday bucket list!

In this interview, I got to sit down with Denver Dickenson Jr., one of my personal role models as a performer. They spent their summer in New York representing AZ at the Jimmy Awards as a nominee before moving there to pursue a BFA in Musical Theatre at Pace University. I hope you enjoy reading this interview as much as I enjoyed conducting it.

This job has been very rewarding, giving me something new to learn each day, whether it be about my school's history, libraries in general, or even myself. Here are some highlights!

While participating in theatre can be beneficial as a child, as soon as you transition into pursuing a career in performing, the way you view acting has to shift. This is not to say it can’t still be a passion. In fact, that’s one of the sole reasons so many fight their way into this industry. However, as soon as you start seeking something out for monetary benefit, it certainly isn’t a hobby anymore.

All I want to do is be all cozy in my jammies and watch movies all day and not move. My motivation always drains and I know I’m not the only college kid who feels that way. I don’t know how to fix it. But I want to make it better.

'I am a nineteenth century plate spinner, with rods made out of persistence and Lexapro, and plates that look a whole lot like scripts, cash registers, and the AMSCO United States History textbook (Advanced Placement Edition).'

As the semester comes closer to ending, here’s a little update as to what I’m up to. In this article, I’ll talk about finals, projects and possible upcoming shows.

There’s another aspect of the parades each year that, although not quite as famous, has had me glued to the TV screen every year since I can remember: the Broadway performances. 

Although my diploma will call it a Bachelor of Fine Arts, it might as well be called a ‘Balancing Fatigue Act’ given the mental gymnastics required to complete the degree. I recommend acquiring a variety of tools to set you up for a successful first semester. We have all heard the following—'Get yourself a backpack that’s comfy enough to haul across campus and large enough to fit two outfit changes, an audition book, dance shoes, acting class props, and your computer. Additionally, an arsenal including a ring-light, athleisure, and a foam roller, can’t hurt!” However, in this article, I have compiled a list of my own tips, must-haves, and hacks to make the B.F.A lifestyle just a bit easier. They may seem ridiculous, and maybe even a bit odd, but I promise, they will help!

Isn’t it crazy just how quick the semester goes; it is hard to believe that it is almost already over. However, the end of the semester equates just to one thing – exams. Who even decided to burden the festivities of Christmas with the struggles of midterms and end-of-semester examinations?

I am eternally grateful to have these wonderful opportunities, but I won’t lie- being pulled in so many directions can be exhausting. The bad news is- there is no magical secret to finally having a perfect work/life balance. I know in my experience, I always feel like there aren’t enough hours in a day. This is why when I feel overwhelmed, I rely on methods that will minimize that feeling.

My first quarter as a senior just came to an end and what a ride it was. While I am blessed to have a partial schedule, I am currently enrolled as an ECAP (Early College Access Program) student at Anne Arundel Community College, taking courses in Spanish and Political Science. Balancing both my high school classes and my college classes have been challenging.

Hello everyone, and welcome back to my blog! Since Thanksgiving was yesterday, I want to take this moment to recognize all of the theatre-related things we have to be grateful for this year.

I’ve had many theater friends who either confidently hurl themselves into theater or drop it and never think about it again. I think I’m somewhere in between. How could I leave behind this thing that means so much to me?

To improve at any skill, you need to practice. This is why performers attend voice, acting, and dance lessons. However, it is not possible to attend these classes daily. So how do you efficiently and effectively practice without a teacher or instructor present? The trick is learning to become your own teacher.