The Unexpected Mentors: People Who Shaped My Path in the Arts
Looking Back to Look Forward It’s easy to look at someone’s career and assume it followed a perfectly straight path. I’ve heard people say, “You always knew what you wanted to do,” as if I had a map from the beginning. The truth is, I didn’t. My love for the arts started early, sure—but knowing […]
Producing with Purpose: The Yeses That Matter Most
Starting with Yes When I first began working in theater, I said yes to almost everything. Readings, small productions, late-night brainstorming sessions in cramped rehearsal spaces—you name it. I said yes because I wanted to learn. I wanted to work. I wanted to be part of something, even if it meant juggling three projects at […]
The Beat of My Life: How Playing Drums Taught Me to Listen
A Musical Beginning Growing up in a musical family, rhythm was always part of my daily life. There was always a record spinning or someone humming a tune. My own connection to music came through the drums. I picked up my first pair of sticks as a kid, and that was it—I was hooked. Something […]
Radio Days to Theater Nights: How Broadcasting Taught Me to Listen
Discovering My Voice Behind the Mic When I first sat behind a microphone at Emerson College’s radio station, I had no idea it would be one of the most formative experiences of my life. At the time, it was just something I wanted to try—a new way to stay close to performance, music, and storytelling. […]
Mentorship in Theater: Lifting Up the Next Generation of Creators
When I look back at the early days of my career, I remember the thrill of being new to the theater world. There was an energy to it all—scrambling to get auditions, jumping into rehearsals, navigating small productions, and learning the ropes wherever I could. But what I remember most vividly are the people who […]
Theater as a Cultural Mirror: How the Stage Reflects the World Around Us
There’s a reason I fell in love with theater, and it wasn’t just the thrill of a curtain rising or the magic of lights dimming. It was what happened in between—the stories that unfolded, the truths that came to light, the emotions that felt so real I could hardly believe I was watching actors on […]
The Role of Music in Theater Production: How Sound and Score Elevate the Story
When people think about theater, they often focus on the performances, the script, and the visual spectacle. But one of the most powerful and sometimes overlooked aspects of any production is music. As a producer, I’ve come to appreciate just how crucial sound and score are in shaping the experience of a show. Music doesn’t […]
How Live Theater is Adapting to the Digital Age: Embracing New Technologies Without Losing the Magic
The theater world has always been a place where tradition meets creativity. For centuries, we’ve gathered in darkened rooms, waiting for the magic of live performance to unfold before us. The shared experience between the performers and the audience creates something unique—an energy that’s impossible to replicate. But as technology advances, the question arises: how […]