Ready to be inducted into the super secret society that magically turns you into a music director?

Just kidding. But if you know of one, please let us know!

Music directors wear many hats during the course of an audition, rehearsal, and performance process. So what skills are necessary to be a successful music director? How do you find opportunities to build these skillsets and make connections in the industry?

Gather round the table and join us for a spot of tea as we shed light on these questions and much, much more!

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MD = Voice Teacher?

We may be wading into controversial waters here, but it's an important question to consider. Should MDs have a vocal background? Are MDs expected teach voice in a vocal coaching? Who makes the rule!? HELP!

Join us for a delicious cuppa and a nice chat as we unpack this topic.

But whyyyyyy!?

Not all musical theatre is created equal, and pop/rock is one of those categories that actors don't always love to sing. "Because, like, how are you supposed to pick a pop/rock song, let alone act it?"

Honestly, you might be making it harder than it needs to be. We want to un-complicate the whole pop/rock ask for you and propose some simple ways to find material that feels right.

Grab a cuppa and listen uppa. We're breakin' it down for you!

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Wanna know the real tea?! Audition myths are alive and well, and most of them are not worth your time.

Yeah, you read that right! Don't waste your time worrying about the perfect outfit or singing the "do not sing list" song. Save your energy for the things that matter: showing who you are, telling a story, and being a complete badass!

Join us for tea time and chat as we bust a long list of audition myths!

Hosted by Delano Mendoza & Margo Mikkeslon.

Our co-host, Delano, had an "epic adventure" in NYC, taking Lindsay Mendez and Ryan Scott Oliver's Actor Therapy Summer Intensive!

Join Margo for a spot of tea as she interviews Delano, asking him about his biggest takeaways, working with broadway professionals, the final showcase, and so much more.

As always, the tea is hot and should be enjoyed promptly! Why wait!?

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Auditions and callbacks are finished, and the directing team begins piecing the puzzle together. So what are the conversations like behind the table? How do we decide who goes where?

Join us for an insightful conversation on the casting process of a show. over a hot cuppa!

It's opening week and the voice isn't voicing. *sigh*

Voice problems can be so frustrating, and they tend to happen at the most inconvenient times. We're going to break down some of the variables that are in your control, and chat about the things that, well, you just have to work through.

Time for a spot of tea. Won't you join us?

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That little voice in your head calling you a fraud? Yeah, it's time to evict them.

Let's be real; imposter syndrome sucks. Joined by special guest, Barbara Jurgensmeier, the tea trio (see what we did there) unpacks what it might look like, how it can feel, and possible ways to cope with the frustrating feelings of inadequacy. And don't forget, you're a badass!

Barbara Jurgensmeier is a Kansas City based music therapist, vocalist, music director, and collaborative pianist.

Dress up your tea and settle in for this invaluable convo and hang.

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