National Haiku Day Bumbling Bea Style

You gotta wonder who thinks up these national days….
CHERRY BLOSSOMS
When I think of Haiku, I think of gorgeous flowering trees in Japan. I’m sure there are poets who write them without thinking like I do.
Twelve Important Questions to Ask About Your City’s Community Theatre

I have been involved in theatre for nearly forty years. I have twelve important questions to ask about your city’s community theatre. Forty years—wow, that’s a long time. I’ve seen fabulous theatre and some really stinky stuff, too. Even on Broadway! I’ve melted enduring out door theatre in the dead of summer until intermission when […]
Conversation Hacks: 25 Questions to Ask Your “Artsy” Relative

A few holidays are coming up soon–Easter and Passover. If you are lucky (or maybe you think not) you’ll spend time with your family and friends. Families are still families even if social moires have changed (I think for the better.)
Happy April Fool’s Day–Theatre Jokes to Make You Laugh

Happy April Fools Day!
First, these jokes are not mine. Credit goes to Whatsonstage.com, Goldenbeardrama.com.
I only compiled them from several sources, but for those in theatre…well, we get them. Enjoy!
The Top 20 “Must Haves” for Your Drama Classroom

There are so many things to think about when you are a beginning teacher. The first three years of a teacher’s career are the most pivotal. I’m here to help you.
Some Favorite Theatre Quotes
SomIf you are anything like me, you enjoy quotes about various subjects. Sometimes they are funny things I hear people say in real life. Other times, they are beloved artists or authors. If a person can succinctly express himself, it doesn’t matter if they are the most wealthy and powerful, or a commoner.e favorite theatre quotes