Hi! I absolutely love your content -- it's also what I wish I had when in high school! Most theatre youtubers/social media stuff comes from the performance side, and as an aspiring director and administrator, I LOVE seeing your work. I just graduated college and am applying for entry level theatre admin positions (development, events and outreach programming, management, etc) to get my foot in the door. Any tips? Also, if my dream is to one day be in the director's seat/more artistic side, is it bad to be starting with admin work?
Ahh thank you so much! It's not bad to start with admin, but try to assist direct simultaneously. Once you're steeped in admin world it can be hard for folks to perceive that you could do multiple things well! Though of course, you can. It's honestly as much about storytelling (telling YOUR story) as it is the gig. You got this!!
@@itskatharinequinn Thank you! Any tips for how to get asst directing positions at the start, right out of undergrad? It just seems so hard without the established connections and built post-grad experience
Yes! Though honestly it's going to vary so much depending on what part of the community you're in. I'm autistic, so that presents its own set of challenges, but physical disability is a totally different way to navigate the industry. You know? Either way, it's doable and there's been a *lot* of movement in a positive direction in the last few years, but we still have a *LONG* way to go.
Honestly, I loved getting my MA but I don't think there's any hard-and-fast rule about how to proceed in this business in any department--but particularly producing and marketing. Industry role models? Ooh I love this. I don't know about individual role models as much yet (still learning!) but I do definitely admire aspects of soooo many folks. Producing, marketing, agencies, creatives, actors--and in a way they all inspire me. I know it seems like a cop out answer but it's true.
New follower! Moved to NYC 2 years ago and access to theater is one of my absolute favorite things about the city. Going to see Gatsby Sunday! I can’t wait! Thanks for sharing your journey! Fun to follow along. Would love to host you in my little shop @chasethefoxco in Midtown East 53rd/3rd anytime! It’s a little Midtown East hidden gem. 🦊
Wow you're almost at 3.5K now! Love your vibes and content. Seeing The Great Gatsby next week, I'm excited to check it out!
Isn't that wild??? Things changed quickly!! And thank you :) Enjoy the party!!
I am loving your content. I did 2 shows on the West End as keyboardist and it is so interesting to hear about the other side of the pond on Broadway!
That's so cool!! And thank you!!
best industry tea you’ve got !! oh and ANY stories on jeremy jordan bc he’s the best :)
Jeremy *is* the best. I love working with him. I'll have to think about the tea question tho :)
Hi! I absolutely love your content -- it's also what I wish I had when in high school! Most theatre youtubers/social media stuff comes from the performance side, and as an aspiring director and administrator, I LOVE seeing your work. I just graduated college and am applying for entry level theatre admin positions (development, events and outreach programming, management, etc) to get my foot in the door. Any tips? Also, if my dream is to one day be in the director's seat/more artistic side, is it bad to be starting with admin work?
Ahh thank you so much! It's not bad to start with admin, but try to assist direct simultaneously. Once you're steeped in admin world it can be hard for folks to perceive that you could do multiple things well! Though of course, you can. It's honestly as much about storytelling (telling YOUR story) as it is the gig. You got this!!
@@itskatharinequinn Thank you! Any tips for how to get asst directing positions at the start, right out of undergrad? It just seems so hard without the established connections and built post-grad experience
I love your content can you make a video on how to make it on Broadway if you are disabled
Yes! Though honestly it's going to vary so much depending on what part of the community you're in. I'm autistic, so that presents its own set of challenges, but physical disability is a totally different way to navigate the industry. You know? Either way, it's doable and there's been a *lot* of movement in a positive direction in the last few years, but we still have a *LONG* way to go.
Who are your industry role models? Would you recommend an MA in Arts Management for others who are interested in this field?
Honestly, I loved getting my MA but I don't think there's any hard-and-fast rule about how to proceed in this business in any department--but particularly producing and marketing. Industry role models? Ooh I love this. I don't know about individual role models as much yet (still learning!) but I do definitely admire aspects of soooo many folks. Producing, marketing, agencies, creatives, actors--and in a way they all inspire me. I know it seems like a cop out answer but it's true.
Do you have any advice for young people who want to work in entertainment but don’t know where to start/exactly what they want to do?
Trust your gut! Say yes to things that feel right, and don't judge yourself when things DON'T feel right. run your own race
@@itskatharinequinn thank you so much!! 🫶
What’s your favorite and why?❤
Favorite what??
@@itskatharinequinn oh sorry, favorite musical and why!
New follower! Moved to NYC 2 years ago and access to theater is one of my absolute favorite things about the city. Going to see Gatsby Sunday! I can’t wait!
Thanks for sharing your journey! Fun to follow along.
Would love to host you in my little shop @chasethefoxco in Midtown East 53rd/3rd anytime! It’s a little Midtown East hidden gem. 🦊
Oh my gosh I love and I'll have to check it out!! It looks SO cute!! And enjoy Gatsby :)
Thank you! Hope to see you sometime! 🦊