There is a way to give feedback that makes others feel small and a way to give feedback that opens minds to huge possibilities. Those who choose the first, create tyrants. The second, creates seekers. Choose responsibly. Create the seekers. {📷: @findthelightphotography }

Wherever you are, I hope you are well. I know that stress and life and all of the challenges that make up our days can be overwhelming. I know that some people are facing challenges that I can’t even begin to understand. If it feels as though the world is seeing through you or pushing an agenda on you, I hope you know that you are seen and valued and loved so so much. I hope you know. {📷: @jshootsnyc }

I honestly don’t know when I’ve ever been more proud in my life. These humans are going to change the world and change this art form for the better. I’m so grateful for every moment I get to be a part of the team at @bwaycollective and Project Next Gen. If you want to help us get more students to NYC, text NEXT to 66866. {📷: @findthelightphotography }

Sometimes the kid who listens to “A Part of It All” on repeat, gets to be a part of it all. Thanks for another magical year community. I’m so grateful to be here and so grateful to work with the most passionate and creative people in the world. Let’s celebrate!! #tonyawards2019

MOOD: I was not born to be anyone’s harmony line. And neither were you. {📷: @jasonmoodyphoto }

Reminder: Not everyone is going to like or understand you. I am so aware that for every one person who hits like on this post, there are probably two or three who roll their eyes, don’t care, or think something negative. That’s life. That’s the truth. And that’s ok. As long as you are living the best way you know how, leading with your kind of kindness, and trying your best to see others the way you hope to be seen — that’s all you can do. Mass approval is a myth. You will never be everyone’s cup of tea. You will hurt people without knowing you did. You will rub somebody the wrong way. You will threaten someone simply by being you. Someone will hold a grudge and spread the hate. So live fearlessly with the knowledge that those who do get you, who do understand you, who do see you — they are the ones who you serve and who you show up for. They are the ones you dance the night away with and show all of your truths to. They are your people and you will always find them if you live in your truth.

Some things I know to be true today:
- Make definitive decisions about what you want and then just do it.
- Don't spread yourself or your talents too thin.
- Sometimes the bad guy wins. - When ordering food, nachos are ALWAYS the correct answer. - Let people be themselves. You choose if you want to be around them. But if you are constantly trying to change them, nobody will ever be satisfied. - Competitive nature needs positive reinforcement. - Star Wars films MUST have a John Williams score to have a true impact.
- Giving things away for free is often the best way to market your abilities. But don't give it all away or you will be sad and out of work.
- Bold lips and bold choices are risky but worth it. - People always show you exactly who they are within the first ten mins of meeting them. Don't expect them to ever be anything else.

You don't have to know everybody's story to know that everybody has a story. Lead with compassion.

Who always has your back? Tag your number one teammate and tell them why you are grateful!

For my #GameOfThrones #musicaltheatre niche market. https://t.co/BwiJahTNFT
about a month ago
RT @GeraldineLeer: "I only know how to approach this job as I approach my life, and that is: we care about people first, and we create… https://t.co/o01fo3PB2z
about 3 months ago

Office Hours 12/16/17

December 16, 2017