Mapping the College Audition: Artist Exploration

New Episode Alert: MTCA’s second-ever live pod from the Pittsburgh Unified's faculty Q&A — featuring 26 schools across 5 panels! Speed Dating College Edition! Hear the real people behind the programs — not just the websites. Remember: You’re auditioning them too. When it feels rushed, slow down — it’s your time. Be authentically you — let your quirks shine. Show genuine interest — a kind follow-up...

In this Artist Exploration, David Loud, Author of Facing the Music, chats with MTCA Director Charlie Murphy. Tune in for a conversation about careers, detours, and navigating your ever-changing “Point Z.” Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled...

In this Artist Exploration, Conrad Ricamora (How to Get Away with Murder) and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss:  From tennis scholarship to stage & screen — mastering the “inner game” of performance Process over product: Walnut Street Theatre + MFA at UT shaped his craft Talent is universal, access is not — driving change through representation Launching The Right To Be There scholarship Remin...

In this Artist Exploration,  comedians Chanel Ali & Sarah Cooper chat with MTCA Director Charlie Murphy about: Comedy, acting & social media: where the lines blur Sarah’s “contract with herself” at 16 Chanel on authenticity & true voice Bold risks + following your creative pull Check out Chanel in her off-Broadway debut in Relative Stranger at Soho Playhouse  If you have any questions about the co...

In this Artist Exploration, Gerianne Perez from Broadway’s In Transit chat with MTCA Director Charlie about:  The importance of staying active + connected with your agent Balancing a side job while pursuing your craft How early exposure in NYC shapes your path Growing authentically + organically to find the right school fit If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to...

In this special LIVE podcast episode, MTCA Director Charlie Murphy sits down with MTCA alum Steven Telsey to discuss Steven’s journey through the college audition process and beyond—plus, they answer audience questions live during Summer Faculty Masterclass Week! If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. If you’re...

In this Artist Exploration Curtis Holland (Broadway’s The Great Gatsby) and Director of MTCA, Charlie Murphy discuss; 🔴Curtis’s early start in the business 🔴How his outlook on the industry was an asset 🔴Performing in a new musical 🔴The importance of doing the work so you can “twirl”  If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecolle...

In this Artist Exploration, Class of 2025 MTCA Alumni Parent Colleen Kessler and Director of MTCA Charlie Murphy discuss;  🔴A fresh perspective on the Musical Theater College Auditions Experience  🔴How to enjoy this time with your student  🔴Raising Gifted children  🔴How homeschooling impacts the college audition process  You can learn more about Colleen and Raising Lifelong Learners HERE! If y...

In this Artist Exploration, MTCA Director Charlie Murphy chats with Built for the Stage Founder, Joe Rosko on:  Is it possible to be a D1 Athlete and get a BFA in musical theater? Point of obsession and striving for excellence  How to build a business on passions  When is it time to pursue other passions?  How to delegate tasks  If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel fr...

In this Artist Exploration, Isaac Powell and MTCA Director, Charlie Murphy discuss:  🔴 UNCSA’s Program 🔴 Preparation for graduation 🔴 Education after college 🔴 Harnessing your adrenaline Sign up for the Meet MTCA Workshop at mtca.com! If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. If you’re interested in working wi...

In this special episode, MTCA College Advisor and two-time MTCA parent Amy Breslow joins MTCA Director Charlie Murphy and discusses:  🔴Amy’s personal experiences with the college audition process 🔴How parents can show up throughout this journey 🔴Weighing school decisions  🔴Staying open minded early on in the process If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to rea...

If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtca.com, or on Instagram or Facebook.  Follow Us!  Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater Colle...

In this Artist Exploration, Dan Amboyer from Darren Star’s Younger and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss:  Mentorship with Carnegie Mellon Classmates Building a sustainable life as an actor  Feeding the beast with online and technical consumption   How early career experiences can be like Grad School If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag...

In the Artist Exploration, Mary Mitchell Campbell (The Prom) chats with MTCA Director Charlie Murphy about: Responsibilities of music director  Questions you should be prepared to answer for a music director  Balancing time and how to manage integrity  Learning how to practice  If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition...

In this Artist Exploration, Erika Strasburg (MTCA Wellness Coach) chats with MTCA Director Charlie Murphy on  Physical ways to put your audition nerves at ease  How to turn adrenaline into excitement  Ways to feel like yourself before walking into the room  How to bottle your own confidence  If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthec...

In this Artist Episode, Cara Rose DiPietro from TikTok and CBS’ Elsbeth chats with MTCA Direction Charlie Murphy about: Envisioning your ideal daily life in your college search  Choosing recovering  How social media can be a highlight reel  Embracing imperfection and reframing confidence  Watch Cara’s TedTalk HERE. If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach ou...

In the Artist Exploration, Roderick Hill from (50+ National Commercials) chats with MTCA Director Charlie Murphy about:  Why the “biggest and best” agency may not be the best choice for you   Economics being an actor  How to transition from Shakespeare to on TV work  Changing pay scale of commercials   Check out our MTCA Events HERE!  If you have any questions about the college audition process, f...

In this Artist Exploration, we welcome Mitch Zoll, father of Anderson Zoll, who is an MTCA Alum from the class of 2023, and currently a Sophomore MT at the University of Michigan. MTCA Director Charlie Murphy and Mitch discuss:  Finding your role as a theater parent, the mindset of being available and not in control How to make strategic adjustments throughout the audition season  Successful ways...

In this artist exploration In this artist exploration, Justin Lee Miller from Interlochen Art Academy and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss: 🔴 Interlochen’s expert faculty  🔴The different artistic paths in the academy  🔴Interlochen’s gap year program  🔴The pros and cons of a performing arts high school  If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at...

In this Artist Exploration, Sarah Meahl a Broadway Dancer in Death Becomes Her chats with MTCA Director Charlie Murphy about: How technique can set you free  Establishing yourself as an ensemble member  Advice for when you step into your next dance call  Dancing for the Soul Check out our MTCA Events HERE!  If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mai...

In this Artist Exploration, Calvin Leon Smith, an MTCA Monologue Coach and Clifford Bradshaw in Broadway’s Cabaret, chats with MTCA Director Charlie Murphy about: How an advertising student becomes a Juilliard graduate with a MFA in Acting  Strategizing with your representation  Auditioning for Cabaret as an actor first  How to balance introducing yourself as an artist and auditioning for a role C...

In this Artist Exploration, Marcus M Martin, from Broadway’s Aladdin, and Charlie Murphy, MTCA Director discuss:  Learning the business of the business at BW Graduating in the pandemic How the Genie is played differently on broadway vs. tour   How learning disabilities are accommodated in school and the professional world Check out our MTCA Events HERE!  If you have any questions about the college...

In this Artist Exploration, we welcome back Elizabeth Stanley, Tony Award Nominee for Jagged Little Pill and Charlie Murphy, MTCA Director discusses:  Being a leader a company  Secrets of self tapes How can I play a wide range of roles?  Showing your humanity  Artistic superpowers to pass down Check out our MTCA Events HERE!  If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free...

In this Artist Exploration, Mindy Catron, an MTCA Mom and /Broadway Actress, chats with Charlie Murphy, MTCA Director, about:  What is your role as parent during the college audition process? Gameplaning ahead vs. living in the part of the process Online Mania! How to use parent groups effectively.  Finding an edge in your audition strategy  Check out our MTCA Events HERE!  If you have any questio...

In this Artist Exploration, Helen J Shen from Broadway’s New Musical Maybe Happy Ending and MTCA Alum chats with MTCA Director Charlie Murphy about: What Helen would have done differently in their college audition process  Auditioning the school  Taking ownership in your education  Helen’s routines that set them up for success  Check out our MTCA Events HERE!  If you have any questions about the c...