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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.

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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

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.

How to Create Your Own Recording Studio with Jamey Tate

Acting Tips with Carla Renata

Classical Voice Insights with Suzanna Guzmán

Ballet Wisdom with Tiler Peck

Expanding Your Music Career with Tim Callobre

Broadway & Beyond - A Career Journey with Barrett Foa

Dancing Into the Future with Jamal Story

Additional Resources

  • Audition Video Dos and Don'ts
  • Career in the Arts
  • Financial Aid for College
  • College for Music Students
  • Tips on Building Confidence
  • Fitting In and Standing Out
  • Five Tips for Teens to Make Networking Fun!

Cool Links

Dance

  • Youth America Grand Prix: The world's largest student ballet competition
  • En Avant Foundation: A foundation in New York for specialized ballet coaching with master teachers
  • Prix de Lausanne: International competition for young dancers
  • USA International Ballet Competition: Dance competition held every 4 years
  • The Joffrey Academy of Dance
  • Boston Ballet School
  • Houston Ballet Academy
  • The Rock School for Dance Pre-Professional Training Programs
  • School of American Ballet Winter & Summer Programs
  • Pacfic Northwest Ballet Summer Auditions
  • American Ballet Theatre Summer Programs
  • San Francisco Ballet School & Education Programs
  • Washington Ballet Summer Programs

Music

  • Classical Singer: Online/print publication for classical singers
  • LA Opera: Opportunities to sing on stage
  • Majoring In Music: Helps guide students through majoring, choosing and participating in music schools
  • Grammy in the Schools: Programs for students

Applying to College

  • CSSSA Foundation: Bridge to College highlights options and opportunities for students as they consider college and careers.
  • College Circuit: Guiding high school students and their parents through the complex process of college admissions
  • GetAcceptd: Everything you need to apply to competitions and schools
  • Unified Audition Schedule
  • Affordable Colleges Online: Find top online colleges and universities with quality degree programs in multiple arts disciplines.
  • Art Schools Guide: Find an arts school near you

Scholarships

  • Young Arts Foundation: Identifies and supports the next generation of artists with scholarships and development
  • Scholastic Art and Writing Awards: Scholarships for creative young artists and writers.
  • Coca Cola Scholarships: Achievement-based scholarships awarded to graduating high school seniors each year.
  • Art Program Scholarships: Painting, photography, design and illustration, as well as culinary, musical or literary artistic forms.
  • Financial Resources for Musicians: Financial Resources for Future Musicians: Scholarships, Tips and Money Management Secrets

Theater/Acting

  • CTG Emerging Artists: Center Theatre Group opportunities for students
  • College to Career Acting: Comprehensive approach to acting career from high school beyond
  • Backstage: Resource for actors
  • Master Talent Teachers: Great articles and interviews
  • Amy Jo Berman: Inspiration and great discussions

Summer Programs

  • California State Summer School for the Arts : A four week summer program for talented high school students in California.
  • Aspen Music Festival: The premier classical music festival, presenting more than 300 musical events during its eight-week summer season

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

Visual Arts

    • Wet Canvas: Online Visual Arts Community

    • Internet Public Library: Extensive online resources for Performing and Visual Arts
    • LIFE photo archive hosted by Google: Photographs from the LIFE Magazine archives, hosted by Google
    • Arts Journal: Daily arts news online from more than 100 publications
    • Otis College of Art and Design: Art School and Summer Program
    • California College of the Arts: Pre college summer scholarships
    • Art Center College of Design: Saturday High and Summer Program
    • Resources and Tools for Art Students: Education and Skill Development
    • Ultimate Guide to Art Careers: Career paths in the arts

More Information

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    Facebook: @MusicCenterSpotlight

    Instagram: @MusicCenterSpotlight

    Twitter: @SpotlightAwards

    TikTok: @musiccenterspotlight

  • Contact Us

     

    Email: spotlight@musiccenter.org 

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