A TMC Arts Program Spotlight Academy

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Welcome to the Spotlight Academy!

Designed for young artists, parents and educators, the Spotlight Academy is comprised of numerous episodes that focus on subjects related to applying for the Spotlight program as well as advice for anyone considering a career in the arts, both on- or offstage. The videos provide a deep dive into the program’s seven categories and discuss curated topics featuring alumni and experts in the field.

Application Tutorials

  • How to Apply to Spotlight: Acting

  • How to Apply to Spotlight: Ballet

  • How to Apply to Spotlight: Classical Instrumental

  • How to Apply to Spotlight: Classical Voice

  • How to Apply to Spotlight: Dance

  • How to Apply to Spotlight: Jazz Instrumental

  • How to Apply to Spotlight: Non-Classical Voice

Spotlight Academy Webisodes

  • How to Create Your Own Recording Studio with Jamey Tate

    Fredric Roberts Director of The Music Center's Spotlight Jeri Gaile and Spotlight Musical Director Jamey Tate discuss the seven important things you need to create your own recording studio at home without breaking the bank. Recommended for musicians and vocalists. 

  • Acting Tips with Carla Renata

    Actor and singer Carla Renata talks about the dos and don'ts when preparing for a digital audition, choosing the right monologue and what the judges are looking for in your performances. Recommended for actors and vocalists. 

  • Classical Voice Insights with Suzanna Guzmán

    Mezzo-soprano, TV host and Spotlight Mastery Class Teacher Suzanna Guzmán shares tips on choosing an audition song, how to deal with performance anxiety, advice on selecting a music school and what life is like an opera company. Recommended for vocalists.

  • Ballet Wisdom with Tiler Peck

    New York City Ballet Principal Dance Tiler Peck shares her ballet tips and advice, including how to prepare for competition or for a ballet role and how to deal with injuries. Recommended for dancers.

  • Expanding Your Music Career with Tim Callobre

    Classical guitarist, composer and Spotlight alum Tim Callobre talks about ways to expand your music career. Recommended for musicians. 

  • Broadway & Beyond - A Career Journey with Barrett Foa

    Broadway and TV actor Barrett Foa describes how he got into musical theatre, started his Broadway career and all the lessons he learned along the way. Recommended for actors and vocalists. 

  • Dancing Into the Future with Jamal Story

    Dancer, aerialist, author, artist advocate and Spotlight alum Jamal Story shares how important it is to diversify your dance style and cultivate interests and skills outside of dance. Recommended for dancers.

Additional Resources

Cool Links

Dance

Music

Applying to College

Scholarships

Theater/Acting

Summer Programs

Blogs and other great sites

  • WriteGirl: WriteGirl is a creative writing and mentoring organization that promotes creativity, critical thinking and leadership skills to empower teen girls.
  • Artzray: On-line talent community of young artists who want to explore professional and creative opportunities in the arts.
  • New York's Theatre History: Broadway: Fun stuff about Broadway

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