Mapping the College Audition: College Deep Dive

Mapping the College Audition: College Deep Dive

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Mapping the College Audition: College Deep Dive episodes

  • UCLA with Jeremy Mann

    In this College Deep Dive Jeremy Mann the Director of Singing for the Ray Bolger Musical Theater Program at UCLA and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss: 


    • Unique audition requirements for UCLA’s BA based program 
    • Balancing the responsibilities of double majors
    • Producing your class’ showcase 
    • Squeaky wheel in creating your own schedule and pursuing your education 


    • Check out our MTCA Events HERE! 


      If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at [email protected]. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook. 


      Follow Us! 

      Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition

      YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions) 

      TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions 

      Charlie Murphy:@charmur7 



      About MTCA: 

      Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit. 


      About Charlie Murphy: 

      Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC.


      With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process.


      This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds. 

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      1 hr 16 min
    • NYU Steinhardt with Errik Hood

      In this College Deep DIve, Errik Hood the Assistant Professor of Vocal Performance and Director, Program in Vocal Performance at NYU Steinhardt chats with MTCA Director Charlie Murphy about: 


      •  Misconceptions of the “letters” of the degree 
      • What is the difference between NYU Tisch or NYU Steinhardt
      •  How is NYU Steinhardt preparing students for the business?
      • Financial Initiatives 
      • Vocal expertise of NYU’s professors 

      • Check out our MTCA Events HERE! 


        If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at [email protected]. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook. 


        Follow Us! 

        Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition

        YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions) 

        TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions 

        Charlie Murphy:@charmur7 



        About MTCA: 

        Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit. 


        About Charlie Murphy: 

        Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC.


        With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process.


        This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds.


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        1 hr 36 min
      • Brenau University with Ste Clough

        In this College Deep Dive, Ste Clough the Assistant Professor and the Director of Musical Theatre at Brenau University and Charlie Murphy, MTCA Director discuss: 


        🔴 Redefining Brenau’s program 

        🔴 The nonverbal language in an audition

        🔴 The differentiation of acting in other countries 


        Check out our MTCA Events HERE! 


        If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at [email protected]. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook. 


        Follow Us! 

        Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition

        YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions) 

        TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions 

        Charlie Murphy:@charmur7 


        About MTCA: 

        Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit. 


        About Charlie Murphy: 

        Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC.

        With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process.

        This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds.

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        1 hr 6 min
      • Rick Edinger on Carnegie Mellon University

        In this College Deep Dive, Rick Edinger the Associate Professor of Music Theater and the Area Chair of Acting and Music Theater at Carnegie Mellon University and Charlie Murphy, the Director of MTCA discuss:


        •  How CMU has evolved under new leadership 
        •  How important are academics at CMU 
        • What of the application package do faculties actually look at? Do they watch to the very end? 

        • Check out our MTCA Events HERE! 


          If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at [email protected]. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook. 


          Follow Us! 

          Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition

          YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions) 

          TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions 

          Charlie Murphy:@charmur7 



          About MTCA: 

          Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit. 


          About Charlie Murphy: 

          Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC.


          With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process.


          This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds. 

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          1 hr 23 min
        • Otterbein University with Lori Kay Harvey

          In this College Deep Dive, Lori Kay Harvey the associate professor for the department of music at Otterbein University discusses with MTCA director Charlie Murphy: 


          • The importance of dance skills
          •  Internships and building relationships with industry professionals 
          • How your joy of performing shines through in an audition 
          • Athletes vs. performers

          • Check out our MTCA Events HERE! 


            If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at [email protected]. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook. 


            Follow Us! 

            Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition

            YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions) 

            TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions 

            Charlie Murphy:@charmur7 



            About MTCA: 

            Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit. 


            About Charlie Murphy: 

            Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC.


            With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process.


            This episode was produced by Kelly Prendergast, Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds. 

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            1 hr 9 min
          • University of Alabama Birmingham with Valerie Accetta

            In this College Deep Dive, Valerie Accetta the Head of Musical Theatre & Associate Professor at University of Alabama Birmingham discusses with MTCA Director Charlie Murphy:

            • Creative ways of structuring and generating interest for showcase
            • The spectrum of Liberal Arts vs. Conservatory 
            •  Is your Wildcard sharing more of YOU?
            • Partnerships with nearby professional theaters 

            • Check out our MTCA Events HERE! 


              If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at [email protected]. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook. 


              Follow Us! 

              Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition

              YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions) 

              TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions 

              Charlie Murphy:@charmur7 



              About MTCA: 

              Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit. 


              About Charlie Murphy: 

              Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC.


              With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process.


              This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds. 

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              1 hr 7 min
            • University of Wisconsin-Stevens-Point with Mark Hanson

              In this College Deep Dive, Mark Hanson a Professor of Musical Theater and the Program Coordinator at University of Wisconsin-Stevens-Point and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss: 

              • What kind of location will you thrive in? 
              • Do letters of recommendations matter? 
              • Timing of Scholarships 
              • Developing a point of view as an actor

              • Check out our Webinars and MTCA Events HERE! 


                If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at [email protected]. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook. 


                Follow Us! 

                Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition

                YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions) 

                TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions 

                Charlie Murphy:@charmur7 



                About MTCA: 

                Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit. 


                About Charlie Murphy: 

                Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC.


                With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process.


                This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds.

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                1 hr 25 min
              • Muhlenberg College with Jim VanValen

                In this College Deep Dive, Jim VanValen the Director of Theater at Muhlenberg College and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss:

                • Multiple perspectives can expand our art 
                • How are the credit hours spent as a Muhlenberg Student 
                • The different levels of presence 
                • If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at [email protected]. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook. 


                  Follow Us! 

                  Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition

                  YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions) 

                  TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions 

                  Charlie Murphy:@charmur7 

                  Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014


                  About MTCA: 

                  Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit. 


                  About Charlie Murphy: 

                  Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC.


                  With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process.


                  This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds. 

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                  1 hr 28 min
                • CCM (Act 2!) with Rachel Stevens

                  In this College Deep Dive, Rachel Stevens CCM’s Visiting Assistant Professor of Acting in Musical Theatre and Former MTCA Coach chats with MTCA Director Charlie Murphy about:


                  • Collaboration between classes 
                  • Curriculum shifts in CCM 
                  • Common audition mistakes
                  • Culture of the school and how that affects training  

                  • Be sure to check out CCM Act 1 with Eric Santagata 


                    If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at [email protected]. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook. 


                    Follow Us! 

                    Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition

                    YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions) 

                    TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions 

                    Charlie Murphy:@charmur7 

                    Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014


                    About MTCA: 

                    Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit. 


                    About Charlie Murphy: 

                    Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC.


                    With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process.


                    This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds. 

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                    1 hr 31 min
                  • LIU Post with David Hugo and Valerie Clayman-Pye

                    In this College Deep Dive, David Hugo and Valerie Clayman-Pye the Directors of Musical Theater at LIU Post discuss with MTCA Director, Charlie Murphy: 

                    • Brave spaces 
                    • Curiosity of play 
                    • Handling yourself outside the audition room 
                    • The stock you have in your program 

                    • For anyone dealing directly with the sudden closure of UArts MTCA wants to offer you 50% off consult time to help strategize next steps. Reach out via [email protected], and copy in [email protected] 


                      If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at [email protected]. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook. 


                      Follow Us! 

                      Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition

                      YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions) 

                      TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions 

                      Charlie Murphy:@charmur7 

                      Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014


                      About MTCA: 

                      Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit. 


                      About Charlie Murphy: 

                      Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC.


                      With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process.


                      This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds. 

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                      1 hr 27 min

                    About Mapping the College Audition: College Deep Dive

                    From the publisher's feed

                    A subset of the larger Mapping the College Audition podcast feed, this one focused on the College Audition Process.