Happy November, NJACT Theaters!

I can’t believe it is November, the official month of giving thanks, although I like to do it all year long!  With the holidays coming up, please take time out and reflect on the year you had.  My theater year has been great for me: I got back on stage, saw amazing shows all over NJ, and saw many happy faces at the ceremony.  My goal this month is to reflect on theater, my family, and myself.

I have a goal for my theater family.  Please take time to reflect on the great memories of the theater this year.  While reflecting on it, I hope you can make new memories in the upcoming year.  Go out and support the theater community all over the state of NJ.  Do something different in the theater world that you have always wanted to do: getting on the stage for the first time, working as a crew member, learn how to do song, lights, and props design.  I like to do this to have more respect and appreciation for all who do this regularly.  Go and support friends, but also go and support theaters that you have never been to.  It is great to expand your experiences outside of your comfort zone and you know we do prefer that with reviews.

With that said, please also take time to give thanks for family, friends, and all the things you have personally.  It is always great to realize you know how much you have and how much you can give. I try to remind myself that I have it good and try to help someone who is in need.  It can be as simple as helping with items the person needs or just being a friend to those who need to talk to you and lean on for support.  You may never know what someone is going through!  This coming year, let’s make this a happier place for all.

In relation to theater and NJACT, I want to give a very big and heartfelt thank you to all who work to help make this organization what it is.  To me, this organization is not all about trophies, and it is not a competition.  My goal is to help bring people from all over NJ together, celebrate each other, and make great memories.  When it comes to the ceremony, my trophy is the smiles and happiness of everyone there.  It is great to step away from reality for a minute and enjoy each other.

In closing, I hope you all have a Happy Thanksgiving and know that you are loved and needed. Here is to the start of the holiday season!

With much love and appreciation,