This podcast is an exploration of the daunting College Theater (+ Musical Theater) Audition process led by an expert in the field, as well as an exploration of the paths to success from college to beyond. We talk with Colleges about their training programs and Artists about their unique careers fostered by their training. Join Charlie Murphy, actor & Director of Musical Theatre College Auditions (MTCA) as he chats with Broadway performers, college faculty members and industry pros about navigating the college audition process, earning a performing arts degree, and the role education plays in pursuing a career in the arts. Charlie will provide bonus tips and insights from 17+ years of expertise in this niche of the industry. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to us at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. If you want to learn more about MTCA, you can check us out at mtca.nyc. Part of the Broadway Podcast Network.
https://mtcollegeauditions.com/podcast/
Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 7 days 4 hours 48 minutes
episode 118: (AE): Lauren Patten (Tony Award Winner, Jagged Little Pill)
In this Artist Exploration, Tony Award Winner, Lauren Patten and MTCA Director, Charlie Murphy discuss: The balance of instincts and training, Transfering schools, Insecurities in your talent, Boundaries with social media during turmoil, Vocal technique
episode 119: (CDD): University of Evansville with Sharla Cowden
In this College Deep Dive, Sharla Cowden from University of Evansville and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss:The BS of Acting,Choosing a degree focus in your 2nd semester, Study Abroad program, Stackable scholarships, Unified Auditions
episode 120: (AE): John Behlmann (Broadway’s SHUCKED) on BA to MFA route
In this Artist Exploration, John Behlmann from Broadway’s SHUCKED and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss: BA to MFA route, How a classical trained actor prepares for a Broadway musical, Meeting the industry expectations of you verses how you play on stage, Cultivating Special Skills
episode 121: (CDD): Florida State University with Alisa Hauser
In this College Deep Dive, Alisa Hauser from Florida State University and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss: Granularity between the BM and BFA Musical Theater tracks, Expressing interest to schools, Vocal Technique Journey, Prescreen Submission Suggestions
episode 122: (AE): Alex Brightman (Broadway’s Beetlejuice) on Trial and Error of the Artistic Process
In this Artist Exploration, Alex Brightman, Tony Nominated in Broadway’s Beetlejuice and MTCA Director, Charlie Murphy discuss: Finding specialized ways of learning, Embracing Leadership with in a Show, Not typing yourself out of an opportunity, Trial and errors of the rehearsal process
episode 123: (CDD): Chico State with Matthew Teague Miller
In this College Deep Dive, Matthew Teague Miller from Chico State and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss: Social justice mindset of Chico State, Accessible audition process, Consent based casting, Transferring process
episode 124: (AE): Danny Feldman (Pasadena Playhouse) on Future of American Theater
In this Artist Exploration, Danny Feldman from Pasadena Playhouse and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss: Behind the scenes of theater companies, How theaters handle selecting a season, The regional theater movement, “Yes, anding” you into opportunities
episode 125: (CDD): UNC Greensboro with Dominick Amendum
In this College Deep Dive, Dominick Amendum from UNC Greensboro and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss:
episode 126: (AE): Kate Hamill (Playwright) on the Process of Making Work
In this Artist Exploration, Charlie and Kate discuss:
episode 127: (CDD): Ohio University with Steven Strafford
In this College Deep Dive, Steven Strafford from Ohio University and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss: Celebrating your individual weird, Importance of Ensemble Acting, Exposing students to different locations for theater markets, Balancing bravery and vulnerability