TAYLOR LOUDERMAN

If you’re thinking about majoring in musical theatre...or wondering if this is really the career for you. .. you ’re not alone. I remember being in your shoes: head full of dreams, voice full of hope, and certain that nothing made me feel more alive than performing. The Dream That Fuels You Let’s start here: if performing lights you up, if you can’t imagine not  doing it, then you owe it to yourself to chase that dream. Musical theatre is storytelling in its most human form:

If you've ever performed, you've been there—standing in the wings, heart racing, palms sweating, stomach doing flips. Performance anxiety, or stage fright, is something I've dealt with forever -- more often recently. But the good news (I tell myself)? It’s manageable. Whether you’re preparing for a big audition, stepping onto a Broadway stage, or singing in your local community theatre, here are some strategies I've used to help calm nerves and own the spotlight. 1. Reframe

Achievement & Recognition is a fleeting source of happiness: create a full life. You have permission to explore other passions! You're a storyteller...about the human experience. Soak it up! Luck is when preparation meets opportunity. Work hard, but know you may still have to wait for a chance (unless you create it yourself) . Learn how to be there for yourself. This career is not a steady one; self-awareness is valuable, but beating yourself up can be detrimental. Figure out