The Backstage AIC Blog!
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.
How to Turn a Theater Project into a Cross-Curricular Powerhouse
How can you turn theater projects into powerful cross-curricular tools? This step-by-step guide shows educators how to integrate math, physics, business, and more into student-led productions. Perfect... ...more
Student Engagement ,Program Tips
August 07, 2026•9 min read
What is the Value of Student-Led Theater? Lessons from a Student-Led Experiment
Discover the lessons learned from The Untimely Adventures of Erastus Calculus, a student-led choose-your-own-adventure musical. Explore the challenges, triumphs, and insights gained from this innovati... ...more
Student Engagement ,Community Outreach &Program Tips
July 30, 2026•9 min read
Prepping for the School Year: A Theater Teacher’s Guide to Starting Strong
As the school year approaches, theater teachers face the challenge of prepping their spaces, budgets, and students for a successful season. This gpost covers maintenance, supplies, season planning, an... ...more
Program Tips
July 23, 2026•8 min read
32 Paths, One Show: The Chaos and Joy of a Student-Created Musical
Student-created choose-your-own-adventure musical with 32 paths! Discover the creativity, challenges, and joy of The Untimely Adventures of Erastus Calculus. ...more
Student Engagement ,Community Outreach
July 17, 2026•6 min read
A Love Letter to My First Theater
A heartfelt love letter to the high school theater that shaped a career and created lifelong memories. Rediscover the magic of your theater origin story. ...more
Student Engagement ,Community Outreach
July 09, 2026•5 min read
Why Does Summer Theater Hit Different?
Summer theater offers a rare freedom: no paperwork, just passion. Discover how compressed timelines, dedicated teams, and longer days create magic on stage and why these experiences are so special. ...more
Student Engagement ,Community Outreach
July 02, 2026•4 min read
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