That’s why I loved the latest issue of American Theatre magazine, especially the article “Unfinished Business: What Theatre Schools Should Also Be Teaching,” which discusses how programs are better preparing students with career-oriented classes and 21st-century industry training. Thank goodness!
The piece “Schooled: Where Young People Are Catching the Theatre Bug” is a wonderful reminder of the importance of school drama programs, whether they provide students with transformative experiences or serve as a launching pad for careers in the arts.
As I pack up my life into countless boxes, I can’t help but think of myself in 2014—completely unmoored, wide-eyed, and unsure of what the next decade would hold. I wanted more than anything to build a creative life in New York, and while I may not have continued to pursue the stage, my life in the press room and the audience has been incredibly fulfilling.
In fact, it’s overflowing. I had to order double the recommended amount of book boxes from the moving company to transport my back issues of American Theatre, TCG books, and Playbills. All tangible evidence of a decade well spent after graduation, thanks in part to the teachers, mentors, and editors along the way.
So keep up the great work—no matter where your students end up, your impact is meaningful.
