Should I be on here?

Alex Kulak2 said: "Don't get me wrong, I loved theatre and Broadway for years. However, almost every post I go to, there's a sense of accomplishment that I don't seem to have. Every forum post I go to, there's at least one person who's saying things like "John Cariani told me he's auditioning for Mendel in Falsettos", "I've been to private dinner parties with Stephen Sondheim, and he's a pretty cool guy." I'm an 18 year old acting major from Illinois whose only got a handful of community theatre credits to my name. I've only seen a show on Broadway once, and it was Wicked. Do I belong on this message board?



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Yes.

I know you're being hyperbolic, and yes, this board is very NYC-centric and there are a lot of people who have connections. But that doesn't mean you don't belong. There are plenty of people here who've never been to NYC or took a long time to get there -- I was posting here for over a year before I even made my first trip. (Now I live here, but that's not really the point of this reply!)

I didn't mean what you were quoting. I meant when you said "Every forum post I go to, there's at least one person who's saying things like"... It's clearly not every post.

If you love Broadway and theatre, you belong here. Period.

Welcome!

yes you should and welcome. ask, learn, contribute.

I've been at this since before you were born but if you want the best explanation of why, watch 6:05-20 of this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=danBaPWT09A

I feel if you have a hobby, interest, passion, whatever it may be, you belong here or at whatever forum that matches your interest in order to learn, broaden and contribute to reach your personal goals.

My husband started shooting digital photos with a Sony point-and shoot in 2001. After many photography forums and chat boards, today he has top notch equipment and captures stunning photographs of nature, landscapes and cityscapes. All from knowledge he gained engaging with beginners and professionals via forums on the internet.

I found this board because I was trying to get insight on the Hamilton Cancellation Line to feed my desire to enjoy Broadway this year. Six months later, I'm still here and I made very nice aquaintances. I found so many interesting threads and enjoy reading what people are writing about regarding Broadway. Openings, closings, cast departures... t's a great place to get insight about theater or just to read a debate and rebuttals on any given topic.

To sum it up, YES! you belong! And enjoy your stay!

Yes, how horrid to choose a huge hit over some artsy, obscure show. The nerve.

Alex,

Of course you belong here. The more appropriate question is (and will be), do you want to belong here? This site can provide a lot of information, but it also has more than a few rude, nasty, intolerant bullies. Many new people have come here and then walked away because of them. Learn who they are quickly, and use the ignore feature to weed them out of sight. Then if you find the place to your liking, by all means stay, and enjoy.

haterobics said: "I saw this while having dinner with Christian Borle, and he said you should be on here."

A+

gypsy101 said: "while i'm slightly judging op for choosing Wicked as their first show on Broadway, i agree that he belongs here!"



I didn't pick it. It was a high school trip, and we put it to a vote. I wanted to see Les Miz.

ChildofEarth said: "gypsy101 said: "while i'm slightly judging op for choosing Wicked as their first show on Broadway, i agree that he belongs here!"



And I'm actually judging you for choosing to judge someone for something that has no impact on you whatsoever. A teenager from the midwest? God forbid the first show be something on a school trip or a family vacation.

And yes, you belong here. IN FACT, we need more people like you on here."



Who is "we?" Also, what do you mean by, "people like you?" Are you speaking on behalf of the entire Board? How presumptuous...

If you want to be here, you should be here. There are people here in the business & not...old people, young people, nice people, rude people,...you know, life.

Everyone just needs to find their own niche here....and unless it's something you enjoy, do not get involved in some of the "drama" (no pun intended) in some threads. However, you should not feel the need to explain what Broadway show you and why you picked it.....

Everyone feels differently about everything - and you just stand up for what you want to say/see and don't let anyone bully you into thinking your opinions don't matter. Just because you are new and young does not make your opinion any less valid than anyone else's.