Mapping the College Audition: Artist Exploration

In this College Deep Dive, Charlie and Dan discuss:  Seeking ways to be present  How PigPen was formed  Ways to navigate the creative process and accolades in a larger group  Imposter syndrome in the writing process  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...

In this Artist Exploration, Sean and Charlie discuss:  Staring out in the Chicago Theater scene  Experiencing your spouse's Broadway Debut as a castmate  What it means to be generosity on stage  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 pr...

In this Artist Exploration, Charlie and Shereen discuss:  Life as a child actor while staying in public school  Navigating having an equity card at a young age  The benefits of having a music degree with quick turnaround auditions  Honing free lance artist skills  If you want to hear more from Shereen check her out at:  The secret booking (that is now announced): Evita at ART  https://www.shereenp...

Happy 100th Episode! In this celebratory Artist Exploration, Leo and Charlie discuss:  How Leo fell in love with the grind of auditioning   Ways to approach the same role in different productions What motivates Leo’s artistic and business careers  Advice for voice over actors If you would like to hear more from Leo, follow him at @leoashevens on instagram  If you have any questions about the colle...

In this Artist Exploration, Charlie and Chris discuss:  Strategically working towards artistic goals while in school Finessing “flying by the seat of your pants” The differences when approaching roles like Marius and Percy Jackson  The secret juice behind Chris’ TikToks  If you would like to hear more from Chris, check him out in the following places:  @chrismzcarrell on Instagram  Chrismzcarrell...

In this Artist Exploration, Talia and Charlie discuss:  How she and her family navigated the college audition process  Championing a sibling that attends the same program as you  Why she chose Penn State Auditioning for Young Arts Her Pre and Post Pandemic Elphaba experience    If you would like to hear more from Talia, check out the following places:  https://www.goodspeed.org/shows/gypsy  @talia...

In this Artist Exploration, Merri Sugarman from Tara Rubin Casting and MTCA Director, Charlie Murphy discuss:  How does a Casting Director has with Producer  How do build a relationship with a Casting Director  What makes a Casting Director bring an actor into the room  How to become a reader To purchase Merri’s book visit: From Craft to Career: A Casting Director’s Guide for the Actor- Available...

In this Artist Exploration, Jimmy Nicholas from NBC’s Chicago Fire and MTCA Director, Charlie Murphy discuss:  Advocating for yourself in an educational setting  Capitalizing on auditions in your early career  The importance of never burning bridges  Chicago Fire  Engaging with your Alumni Community  If you would like to hear more from Jimmy, check out the following places:  @jimmynicks on Instagr...

In this Artist Exploration, Brandon and Charlie discuss:  Why he chose a liberal arts education over conservatory training  Differences between live performances and live TV musicals  Juggling Producing and Performing responsibilities   Dissonance between arts and commerce  Advocacy through art If you would like to hear more from Brandon, feel free to check out:  https://macgyver.com/about/  @macg...

In this Artist Exploration, Jordan and Charlie discuss:  How do you even become an agent? What attracts Jordan to a client  What are some ways you get an agent? What should a potential client prepare for a meeting  Ways to cultivate a successful agent-actor relationship  Self Tape tips!  If you want to hear more from Jordan check him out in the following places:  Stewart Talent Website  IMDB Page ...

 In this Artist Exploration, Marcia and Charlie discuss:  How she became an actor who is also a casting director  Marcia explains the real role of a casting director  Type and how networks should cast real people!   The Differences of mediums TV vs T heater  Things to keep in mind going into an casting room  The dos and don'ts of self tape   If you want to hear more from Marcia, check out the foll...

In this Artist Exploration, Ray and Charlie discuss:  How he had his first dance class at 17 years old  The Lion King audition experience  Maintaining a dual career as Performer and Choreographer  The experience of being with a show for 20 years  If you would like to hear more from Ray, check out the following places:  Ray in costume as the Giraffe  Ray's Website @raymercer5678 FOLLOW US ON INSTAG...

In this Artist Exploration, Charlie and James discuss:  Balancing survival jobs to increase auditions  Finding solace in a Cabaret setting  The Impact of Type  A Strange Loop James suggests to listeners to find your collaborators. If you would like to hear more from James, check out the following places:  It's Too Late- Performed by James Jackson Jr. @Jjacksonjr on Instagram  James Jackson Jr. Web...

In this Artist Exploration, Geoff and Charlie discuss:  Being a Young Child Actor and Navigating College Life The Identity crisis of being an actor and enjoying being a casting director What are the roles of your team What attracts Geoff to a client  What makes you stand out in a management meeting  For info on our FREE Junior Workshop on November 9th at 8pm ET, click here: MTCA's Launching Your A...

On this Artist Exploration, Susan, Laura and Charlie discuss:  The journey of Title of Show from NYMF to Broadway Accountability buddies  Creating more than what you are consuming  Changing your choice & transferable skills of a BFA If you are interested in hearing more about Susan and Laura’s projects, check them out in the following places:  The Spark File Side by Side  @susanblackwell @laura.ca...

In this Artist Exploration, Beth and Charlie discuss: Closing down her school & Going on tour with a rock band Journey back to finish Undergrad and Grad School Commercial World Her experience with Fun Home  How type has affected Beth  Writing a musical with an Indigo Girl Beth’s advice to Keep not quitting  If you are interested in hearing more from Beth check out the following places:  Pillsbury...

In this Artist Exploration, Will, Hannah and Charlie discuss:  Breaking out of a fixed mindset about programs and career Will’s songwriting process in blending his performing and songwriting skills Best practices with Collaboration and Feedback between Composer and Singer Finding openness in the Rehearsal process and working with scene partners If you have any questions about the college audition...

In this Artist Exploration, Charlie and Krysta discuss  The power of “No” in your career Pilot season auditions in LA  Smash audition experience  Her resilience in fighting breast cancer  Playing Liza Minnelli in Halston Expanding your dreams into other artistic pursuits  If you would like to hear more from Krysta be sure to check her out at  Broadway Revival of Into The Woods  Her Blog: ChemoCout...

In this Artist Exploration, JJ and Charlie discuss: His move from Elon to Book of Mormon  How JJ’s assistant skills aided him in being a Swing  TikTok stardom  Building a career around his personality If you want to hear more from JJ be sure to check out:  TikTok: @jjniemann Instagram: @jjniemann If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappin...

In this episode, Samantha and Charlie discuss:  Learning Grace and Authenticity at Pace Navigating booking work while in School The search for Community as a young professional Samantha’s reaction to “See our Truths” Navigating institutions as a young BIPOC woman Samantha ages herself by not recognizing “MmBop” Check Samantha out in LIFE AFTER at the Goodman Theatre, and on Instagram at: @sawmie @...

In this Artist Exploration, Cameron and Charlie discuss the qualities that make a great Ensemble Member, the differences between swings/covers/standbys/understudies, the Commitment it takes to be the Lebron James of Broadway, and we play a game of “Understudies Nightmare” where we test Cameron’s memory of her cues from the past 20 years of performances.  If you would like to hear more from Cameron...

In this Artist Exploration, Bryce and Charlie discuss the intricacies of Clowning, continue our discussion on the “Traps of Type”, talk about Bryce’s unique pandemic experience, and take a long hot bath in discomfort, as we learn to get comfortable with the uncomfortable.  If you would like to hear more from Bryce, check him out @thebrycecapades on Instagram. If you have any questions about the co...

In this Artist Exploration, Joey and Charlie discuss finding community, the advantages of a songwriter having acting training, Joey’s Songwriting process, and what goes into creating a musical.  If you would like to hear more from Joey, check him out in the following places! @Joeycontreras on all socials https://www.joeycontreras.com If you have any questions about the college audition process, fe...

In this Artist Exploration, Gavin and Charlie discuss weighing admission decisions, type, Gavin’s song writing process and his relationship with social media. Charlie and Gavin also play a rousing game of Creel or No-Creel.  If you would like to hear more from Gavin check him out here:  @realgavincreel https://www.gavincreel.com  Walk on Through  If you have any questions about the college auditio...

In this Artist Exploration, Joel and Charlie discuss revisiting a show after the pandemic, navigating imposter syndrome, and learning to advocate for yourself.  We revisit Joel’s victory on $100,000 Pyramid by recreating his Winner’s Circle Round  If you would like to hear more from Joel, you can follow him here:  @joelwaggoner on Instagram  @adventcarolndar on Instagram  @joelcappella on Instagra...