by Mallory Waugh Unfortunately, high school theater departments, along with other fine art departments, often get cut due to budgeting. A slap in the face to an already dying art culture in western societies, cutting theater departments often creates more problems than solutions because the benefits derived from adolescent involvement in theater are often lost … More The importance of theater in public schools

Theatre students develop a variety of skills that are attractive to employers across all fields. Some of the top skills a Theatre student develop include: • Effective writing and oral communication skills • Ability to read, reflect, and critique • Working collaboratively in a interdisciplinary environment • Meeting deadlines and managing time • Understanding components … More How theatre helps you get a job

A human being is a part of the whole, called by us, “Universe,” a part limited in time and space. He experiences himself, his thoughts and feelings as something separated from the rest − a kind of optical delusion of his consciousness. This delusion is a kind of prison for us, restricting us to our … More Why Theatre?

An old leather bound book sits on my desk –gold lettering, musky smell, and weighty with the knowledge it holds. My copy of William Shakespeare’s Complete Works. Every drama nerd has one, as a proud member of that minority, so do I. It looks used, yellowing pages bookmarked to highlight my favorite passages, ones that … More College Essay Part 3

Brown University: “We all live within communities or groups of various sizes, origins, and purposes; pick one and tell us why it’s important to you, and how it has shaped you.” Written by Henry Ballesteros (2013) Every high school has them: they’re outrageous, outgoing, and (mostly) down to earth. They’re not afraid to embarrass themselves. … More College Essay’s Part 2