Mission

I feel like I've been working on my personal statements for the past two weeks with no end in sight. Last night, while re-editing drafts and searching A.R.T./Moscow Art School's Institute for the Advanced Actor, I think I discovered my mission... and my program.

By living in the skin, using the words, and breathing the breath of diverse characters, I shed light on overlooked or underexposed viewpoints and encourage audiences to challenge their own assumptions. I seek to use theater as a means for change, and ultimately peace, by breaking down barriers of ignorance.

This is why I act... It's a powerful stage... my entire life I've felt the call, but have been afraid at times that I seemed too selfish (an actor is always trying to stay fit, working on craft, putting performances/auditions before everything or everyone else)... Coming from a service-minded family (of talented teachers), I was raised to live a life for others. I'm thrilled to discover this powerful mission, and get to work. Hopefully, the end of these applications is in sight.

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Snowed In.. MFA Apps...

Late December... blizzard has made its way from Virginia to this New England town... hitting so many of friends and loved ones, who I picture snuggled up watching movies, last minute Christmas shopping online, sipping hot cocoa or red wine. I'm snowed in at my parent's house where I have been residing since August. Cozy.. wood stove blaring, smell of a pancake breakfast being prepared. One year ago, I moved from DC to NY, and am now in RI. I am missing DC friends and the few NY friends now more than ever. Finishing my MFA applications today. Looking forward to all the paperwork being out, and turning complete focus to auditions.... and the holidays!

Hope you are safe and enjoying the snow that has brought us a White Christmas!