So, along with being a singer/actress, it may not be widely known that I am also an aspiring writer. I wanted to get my degree in either Musical Theatre or Creative Writing, but I'm somewhat close with English Lit. Anyway, since we got NY I have been feverishly applying for jobs. Unfortunately, my experience outside of theatre is pretty limited, and even that genre is very limited for the business in NYC. Along the way I started sending my writing to some online magazines and blogs, some paying and some not. Even if I was able to contribute to one that does not pay, it builds my portfolio and gets me the title "published author."
Recently I was contacted by a brand new blog/online magazine specializing in the arts/fashion/etc. Its actually a collaborative community as well, with the group members teaming up to create more than just an article, but an entire project. The founder had some really amazing aspirations for the site and its contributors, eventually it will jump off the pages into real life. I'll leave the details to when it actually comes to fruition. Anyway, he contacted me today and asked me to join the team!!!! I am SO EXCITED!!! I'll be writing about many different things however, the biggest part of my contribution will be two series. One is discovering new artists, mostly from street performers. I'll hook up with one of the photographers and write articles about new and interesting artists who are overlooked and just need a little exposure. The second is following my progression into the theatre business here in NY. I'll write about my experiences and hopefully guide other hopefuls, who are as clueless as I am right now, in the right direction.
I'll let you know when my first piece is published! But you can check out the blog at http://boywithstick.com/. I've been impressed with the writing, especially from the founder. I can't wait to be a part of it!
