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Mapping The College Audition: An MTCA Podcast Broadway Podcast Network
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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.nyc.
Part of the Broadway Podcast Network.
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Andrew Rannells (Broadway's Book of Mormon) on the Nature of Comedy
In the Artist Exploration, Andrew Rannells from Broadway’s Book of Mormon and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss:
Financial strain and choice of leaving school
Building a team with momentum
Nature of Comedy
Where can you get objective feedback of talent?
Be sure to check out the cast album of Gutenberg! The Musical!
If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook.
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Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition
YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions)
TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions
Charlie Murphy:@charmur7
Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014
About MTCA:
Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit.
About Charlie Murphy:
Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC.
With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process.
This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds.
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LIU Post with David Hugo and Valerie Clayman-Pye
In this College Deep Dive, David Hugo and Valerie Clayman-Pye the Directors of Musical Theater at LIU Post discuss with MTCA Director, Charlie Murphy:
Brave spaces
Curiosity of play
Handling yourself outside the audition room
The stock you have in your program
For anyone dealing directly with the sudden closure of UArts MTCA wants to offer you 50% off consult time to help strategize next steps. Reach out via admin@mtcollegeauditions.co, and copy in leoashevens@yahoo.com
If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook.
Follow Us!
Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition
YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions)
TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions
Charlie Murphy:@charmur7
Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014
About MTCA:
Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit.
About Charlie Murphy:
Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC.
With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process.
This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds.
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Corey Cott (Broadway’s Newsies) on Imperfection
In this Artist Exploration, Corey Cott from Broadway’s Newsies and Bandstand and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss:
College Rejections
Finding Artistry in a commercial environment
Capitalizing on the buzz of being a fresh graduate
Booking Newsies
Go see Corey Cott in The Heart of Rock and Roll! Join us for an MTCA Junior Workshop!
For anyone dealing directly with the sudden closure of UArts MTCA wants to offer you 50% off consult time to help strategize next steps. Reach out via admin@mtcollegeauditions.co, and copy in leoashevens@yahoo.com
If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook.
Follow Us!
Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition
YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions)
TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions
Charlie Murphy:@charmur7
Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014
About MTCA:
Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit.
About Charlie Murphy:
Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC.
With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process.
This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds.
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IAMT with Michael Minarik
In this College Deep Dive, Michael Minarik, the sole owner and director of the Institute for American Musical Theater (IAMT) and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss:
A school built by actors
Being a financially savvy performer
What is the value of a program
How do I become a producer?
Come Join us for Junior Workshop!
If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook.
Follow Us!
Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition
YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions)
TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions
Charlie Murphy:@charmur7
Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014
About MTCA:
Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit.
About Charlie Murphy:
Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC.
With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process.
This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds.
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Eric Tucker (Bedlam Theater Company) on Directing
In this Artist Exploration, Eric Tucker the Artistic Director of the Bedlam Theater Company and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss:
How a director should approach giving notes
Different ways to approach the rehearsal room
Financial realities of the business
Striving for wrong and specific rather than neutral and safe
Join us for the MTCA Junior Workshop!
If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook.
Follow Us!
Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition
YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions)
TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions
Charlie Murphy:@charmur7
Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014
About MTCA:
Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit.
About Charlie Murphy:
Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC.
With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process.
This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds.
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Brigham Young University with Korianne Orton-Johnson
In this College Deep Dive, Korianne Orton-Johnson the Assistant Professor and Head of Music Dance Theatre at BYU and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss:
Why BYU uses MDT for their Music Theater students
How mormon ideals impacts artistic training
The strong dance training
Telsey relationship’s with BYU
If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook.
Follow Us!
Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition
YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions)
TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions
Charlie Murphy:@charmur7
Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014
About MTCA:
Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit.
About Charlie Murphy:
Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC.
With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process.
This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds.
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