First Rehearsal Excitement… Nancy Drew Starts Today!

It's only been a few weeks since A Charlie Brown Christmas and The Wedding Singer closed, and already it's time to gear up and start my newest directing project, Nancy Drew: Girl Detective. I'm looking forward to starting and working with a whole batch of new kids. I have a cast of 23 junior-level kids …

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Vote for The Wedding Singer for a Brickenden Award!

Vote for The Wedding Singer for a Brickenden Award!

I am so pleased and proud to announce that The Wedding Singer is a finalist for a Brickenden Award for Best Youth Musical! We are among great company -- the other four finalists are Singin' in the Rain and The King & I (OKTC), Monty Python's Spamalot (London Central S.S.) and The Music Man (Beal …

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10 Theatrical Resolutions for the New Year

10 Theatrical Resolutions for the New Year

It's nearly 2015 (in some countries, it's already 2015) and it's time to start fresh in the new year. If you haven't figured out what your new year's resolution is yet, here are some ideas for you! Plan ahead and give yourself more time to prepare for auditions. While you're at it, find some new …

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The Best of 2014: 40 Posts from kerryhishon.com

The Best of 2014: 40 Posts from kerryhishon.com

2014 has been jam-packed! When I look back on it, I can't believe how much I've mashed into one year. Inspired by Shauna Haider and Gala Darling's lists, here are my top 40 posts of 2014. I've had a blast this year working on a million projects and keeping crazy-busy. I can't wait to see …

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Recommended Reading: Drama Notebook

Recommended Reading: Drama Notebook

As a director and teacher, I'm always on the lookout for new exercises, lessons, and ideas that I can share with my actors and students. I love collecting new information about theatre and finding games and fun topics I can use in classes and rehearsal. Drama Notebook is a fantastic resource for all that and …

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