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Thank you for the opportunity to share my experiences and life in theater with you. Our hope is that you find this blog useful, fun and inspiring.

May your journey be as amazing as the one that brought me here.

Using Projections in Theater: A Guide for New Directors

Using Projections in Theater: A Guide for New Directors

Projections can add a lot to a show. They can be used in big (as with Mean Girls, projections by Broadway Media) or small ways to enhance your story telling. ...more

Design and Construction

March 27, 20254 min read

Essential Lighting Design Tips for High School Theater Productions

Essential Lighting Design Tips for High School Theater Productions

Great lighting for school stages doesn't have to be intimidating. Simple techniques with traditional instruments can go a long way to enhance your story. ...more

Design and Construction

March 20, 20257 min read

The Basics of Building Safe Stage Platforms

The Basics of Building Safe Stage Platforms

Important tips for building safe stage platforms with students and volunteers. ...more

Design and Construction

March 06, 20254 min read

Opening the Doors: How Community Involvement Transformed Our Production of Clue

Opening the Doors: How Community Involvement Transformed Our Production of Clue

How a simple invitation to a few staff turned into an on stage event. ...more

Community Outreach

February 27, 20253 min read

Creating a 'Tech Olympics' to Teach and Test Student Skills

Creating a 'Tech Olympics' to Teach and Test Student Skills

A Tech Olympics is a fun, hands-on competition that tests and reinforces essential technical theater skills while fostering teamwork and confidence. ...more

Student Engagement

January 30, 20254 min read

The Power of Theater as a Communication Tool in the New Year

The Power of Theater as a Communication Tool in the New Year

Theater is a force for better communication and community growth. make 2025 The Year of The Stage! ...more

Community Outreach

January 10, 20254 min read

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