Musical Theatre & Cerebral Palsy

[disneybroadwayfan22]

Posted: 2/5/14 at 10:20pm

As some of you know, I have a disability. Which is cerebral palsy. Because of my CP, I have a speech disorder. I can speak well, but with it, my simging voice sounds really weird beause of my CP, no matter how much training I do. How do you think my musical theatre career would go if I do one? Sadly, there's no way I'll make it on Broadway with this condition. I have huge restrictions of pursing a theatre career because of my CP.

[HorseTears]

Posted: 2/5/14 at 10:57pm

I am not remotely qualified to answer your question, but have you considered focusing on straight plays and developing your talent as an actor? The theatre is full of stories of great character actors starring in musicals. Actors who may not technically be great singers, but through their craft, know how to mine the depths of a great musical theatre part -- whether it be comedic or dramatic. In many instances, a compelling portrayal of a character is going be more interesting than a perfect vocal.

Either way, wishing you all the best!

Updated On: 2/5/14 at 10:57 PM

[disneybroadwayfan22]

Posted: 2/6/14 at 8:56am

Thank you for the advice :)