Exploring the Magic of Jukebox Musicals: When Hits Shape the Stage

Three female leads of Mama Mia musical

 Exploring the Magic of Jukebox Musicals: When Hits Shape the Stage In this blog post, we’ll delve into the world of jukebox musicals, understanding what they are, their history, and their enduring charm and go exploring the magic of juke box musicals: when hits shape the stage. When I was nine years old, my parents […]

What Everyone Should Know About Selecting a Musical For Their School

Today, I want to talk to you about what everyone should know about selecting a musical for their school. As much as it is exciting to think about what production would serve your students the best, it’s also a huge challenge to do so. Before you, the director, do anything you of course must read […]

Unlocking the Secrets of Elementary Theater Class: A Comprehensive Guide

two boys making funny faces for the camera

Unlocking the Secrets of Elementary Theater Class: A Comprehensive Guide At this time of year, many newly employed teachers are perusing the internet for lessons for their classes.  Today I’m going to discuss unlocking the secrets of elementary theater class: a comprehensive guide. A little history about me–My first job was as an English teacher […]

5 Easy Drama Games for Emergency Sub Plans

If you are reading this blog post, you are probably a. collecting materials for the next school for your theater class or b. sick as a dog and you need help fast!  Either way, you have come to the right place. I only offer sound teaching lessons (some made with Google slides)  or advice to […]

EGOT Award Winners: A Closer Look at Their Most Iconic Roles and Performances

EGOT Award Winners: A Closer Look at Their Most Iconic Roles and Performances There is a prestigious honor for performing artists, the EGOT. Let’s discuss EGOT award Winners: A closer look at their most iconic roles and performances. I hope it answers some questions you may have about this tremendous award and give you more […]

An Amazing Play That Most Theater Teachers Never Produce

An Amazing Play That Most Theater Teachers Never Produce

An Amazing Play That Most Theater Teachers Never Produce There’s an amazing play written by Playwight Aurand Harris that most theater teachers never produce. It’s name?  Orphan Train. Busy theater teachers/directors have no time to consider plays other than those from their past successes. They simply don’t have the brain space left to do so. […]