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As a theater teacher, you pour your heart and soul into every production you bring to life. However, sometimes things don’t go as planned, and a disappointing production experience can leave you feeling discouraged and unsure of how to move forward. Remember, setbacks are a natural part of the creative process and present valuable opportunit...

On a recent seemingly ordinary Wednesday morning, makeup artist Michael “Mikey” Clifton experienced something far from the usual. Like many commuters, he was casually browsing through his Instagram feed when he stumbled upon something truly exceptional. It was none other than the makeup look he had meticulously crafted for the announcement of ...

ENOUGH! Plays to End Gun Violence, in partnership with The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and a roster of eminent Washington D.C.-area theaters, will serve as the linchpin of a nationwide, multi-city reading happening on November 6, 2023. The winning plays, selected by an illustrious panel of renowned playwrights including Idris Goodwin, L...

The prop room may be one of the most magical spaces in a theatre—a treasure trove of items that breathe life into a performance, each piece capable of telling its own story. Yet, high school theatre teachers and directors know that this enchanted world also comes with its own set of challenges. Where do you turn when the script calls for that 17...

Tech week—the final stretch of a theatrical production—is an exhilarating yet challenging phase for any high school theatre director. It’s the moment when countless hours of rehearsals and creative collaboration converge into a seamless, polished performance. But with so much at stake, surviving Tech Week requires meticulous planning and...