A Spoiler-Full Review of Mulan (Part 1)
Disney's live-action Mulan traded real skill for unearned magic. Giving Mulan overpowered chi actually made her character weaker.
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Easter 2019: The J Factor Afterthoughts
Reflecting on our Easter drama, cast members share stage secrets and struggles. What does it take for an introvert to play Jesus?
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Easter 2018: Under the Sycamore Tree
Behind the scenes of an Easter drama: why intentional physical choices and handling live stage mistakes matter. Here is what I learned.
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Christmas 2015: The Quest — A Christmas Adventure
Playing a normal person in a church drama is harder than it looks. Here is how I approached internal struggle on stage.
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The Journey To Become The Son
When I was cast to play Jesus in our Easter drama, I was excited but unprepared. There were so many challenges that happened during this journey, it boggles…
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Christmas 2014: 12 Lines Of The Watchmaker
Auditioning for a quirky old man in a drama play was simple—until I realized I was playing God. Here is how I shaped the voice and lines.
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My Confession: 5 Minutes As Judas
To portray Judas, I dragged up past demons and dark thoughts. I thought I had it under control until the performance ended and tears took over.
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