Mapping The College Audition: An MTCA...
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.com.
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Jessie Mueller (Tony Award Winner, Beautiful: T...
In this Artist Exploration, Jessie and Charlie discuss: Growing up in the Chicago Theater scene with the family in the business, Stepping into the role of Carole King, Setting future goals and the building blocks of each role, and Unpacking the “it’ factor
61 min
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Slippery Rock University with Aaron Galligan-St...
In this College Deep Dive, Charlie and Aaron discuss: Entrepreneurial spirit of Slippery Rock student, The importance of Wellness for the actor, Flexibility to minor with a BFA, Cost effective program, What it means to “just be yourself”
78 min
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Celia Keenan-Bolger (Tony Award Winner To Kill ...
In this College Deep Dive, Charlie and Celia discuss: Finding what kind of environments you thrive in, What it is like playing younger, Merging creative self to the personal self, How the practice of vulnerability is the practice of presence, Using performing as a way to process life
90 min
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Ohio Northern University with David Coolidge
In this College Deep Dive, Charlie and David discuss: Cultivating a nurturing artistic environment, Exploration of different styles of acting, Taking up space in audition rooms and The care of building and shaping a class
61 min
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Dan Weschler (PigPen Theatre Co.) on Collaborat...
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
74 min
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Rutgers University with Cameron Knight
In this College Deep Dive, Cameron and Charlie discuss: Training opportunities such as Miesner and studying at the Globe Theater in London, Approaching training mindfully and having transparent artist led conversations, When to utilize certain material, Why there is not a Shakespeare requirement in your audition
59 min
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Sean Allan Krill (Broadway’s Parade) on Generos...
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
89 min
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Manhattan School of Music with Liza Gennaro
In this College Deep Dive, Charlie and Liza discuss: Exploring other musical interests as a music theater major, MSM Disney Collaboration Opportunities, The different ways that MSM students network, What MSM is looking for in an audition
50 min
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Shereen Pimentel (Broadway’s Revival of West Si...
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
82 min
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University of Miami with David Williams
In this College Deep Dive, Charlie and David discuss: What is style and why it’s important, Taking caution with Chat Boards, The willingness to be “wrong” when given an adjustment, Audition Advice for Parents!
70 min
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Leo Ash Evens (MTCA Director) on Passion, Purpo...
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 overs actors
52 min
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The Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) w...
In this College Deep Dive, John and Charlie discuss: Musical theater training with an emphasis on TV/Film acting, Working within a budding TV/Film hub and a casting office that is on campus, The possibility of double Majoring and Double Minoring, Full ride opportunity for excellent singers with good transcripts
48 min
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Chris McCarrell (Broadway’s Lightning Thief) on...
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 Marcius and Percy Jackson, The secret juice behind Chris’ TikToks
102 min
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Cornish College of the Arts with Timothy McCuen...
In this College Deep Dive, Timothy and Charlie discuss: The different degree paths of Cornish College, The reason for varying class sizes, How are the additional and supplemental videos are used in their admission process
45 min
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Talia Suskauer (Broadway’s Wicked) on Putting Y...
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
51 min
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Five Towns College with David Krasner
In this College Deep Dive, David Krasner from Five Towns College and MTCA Director, Charlie Murphy discuss: The unique classes at Five Towns such as- “Cabaret Ensemble”, Competitive training for the third of the price, Students taking professional work while in school, How to display intelligence through the work in an audition, What should you do after you audition?
56 min
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Merri Sugarman (Tara Rubin Casting) on Building...
In this Artist Exploration, Merri from Tara Rubin Casting and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss: The Relationship 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
63 min
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Marymount Manhattan College with Michael Mendez
In this College Deep Dive, Charlie and Michael discuss: How Marymount Manhattan cultivates curious community artists, The unique classes such as the Seminar Class, Dance Share and Ensemble Class, The urge to over analyze what happened in the room after an audition,How waitlist movement works at Marymount Manhattan College
52 min
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Jimmy Nicholas (NBC’s Chicago Fire) on Relentle...
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
96 min
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University of Michigan (Act 2!) with Michael Mc...
In this College Deep Dive, Michael and Charlie discuss: Support systems that shaped and aided his early career, New direction and initiatives of University of Michigan, Changes Michigan is implementing to prepare their students for the business, How Michigans evaluates auditions and prescreens
63 min
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Brandon Victor Dixon (Broadway’s Color Purple) ...
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, and Advocacy through art.
59 min
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Carnegie Mellon University (Act 2!) with Don Wa...
In this College Deep Dive, Don and Charlie discuss: How he developed his skills as a dialect coach What is a Voice and Speech class? Differences between a dialect and a voice coach Don’s suggestions for a Carnegie Mellon audition Voice Overs
72 min
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Jordan Parente (Agent w/ Stewart Talent) gives ...
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!
64 min
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University of Utah with David Schmidt
In this College Deep Dive, David and Charlie discuss: Dedication to the work and talent, The benefits of a Research 1 University, The Black Friday Event of Showcase, David emphasizes the importance of telling a story in your audition
45 min
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2022 A Year in Review
Another calendar year in the books! Settle down with your Eggnog or Lacroix to celebrate 2022 with Meghan and Charlie. We answer listener questions in our mailbag segment and of course play some silly games.
73 min