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

  • IAMT with Michael Minarik

    In this College Deep Dive, Michael Minarik, the sole owner and director of the Institute for American Musical Theater (IAMT) and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss: 


    • A school built by actors 
    • Being a financially savvy performer  
    • What is the value of a program 
    • How do I become a producer?

    • Come Join us for Junior Workshop! 


      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 37 min
    • Brigham Young University with Korianne Orton-Johnson

      In this College Deep Dive, Korianne Orton-Johnson the Assistant Professor and Head of Music Dance Theatre at BYU and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss:


      • Why BYU uses MDT for their Music Theater students 
      • How mormon ideals impacts artistic training 
      • The strong dance training 
      • Telsey relationship’s with BYU 

      • 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 17 min
      • Shenandoah University (Act 2!) with Matt Edwards

        In this College Deep Dive, Matt Edwards Associate Professor of Voice and Musical Theatre at Shenandoah University and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss:

        • Vocal Pedagogy
        • Building repertoire based on a student’s vision board 
        • Holistic evaluation during the audition process 
        • Do I need to be a vocal chameleon? 

        • Check out the following information about Shenandoah and Matt: 

          • https://www.su.edu/conservatory/ 
          • CCM Institute 
          • Broadway Singers On and Off Mic 
          • TikTok: @edwards_voice 
          • Instagram: @edwards_voice

          • 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. 

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            1 hr 42 min
          • Boston Conservatory (Act 2!) with Tim Espinosa

            In this College Deep DIve, Tim Espinosa the Chair of Theater at Boston Conservatory and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss: 


            • The next generation of Leadership at BOCO 
            •  Are the top ten school lists something to pay attention to? 
            • What class size is right for me? 

            • Listen HERE for Michelle Chasse Episode! 


              Join us for 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 

              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
            • Fordham University with May Adrales

              In this College Deep Dive, May Adrales Program Director of Fordham University Theater Program and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss: 


              • Double major capabilities 
              • Exploring different acting techniques 
              • How Fordham declares the focus of their major 
              • How to utilize your multi-hyphenate education to be a holistic and employable artist 

              • Check out Fordham’s Blog, Instagram and Student Productions. 


                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 6 min
              • Wagner College with Michele Pawk

                In this College Deep Dive, Michele Pawk an Associate Professor of Performing Arts at Wagner College and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss: 

                • Having a family and being in the business 
                • The uniqueness of a BA program 
                • The benefits of being located in Staten Island
                • The Jigsaw of scheduling auditions 

                • Join MTCA at our events! 

                  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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                  52 min
                • Missouri State University (Act 2!) with Josh Young

                  In this College Deep Dive, Josh Young, the Coordinator of Musical Theatre Program at Missouri State and Director of MTCA Charlie Murphy discuss: 

                  • Changes Josh is making to the Musical Theatre curriculum 
                  • Alignment of goals and mission statements 
                  • “Yes Anding” yourself into opportunities 
                  • Shame free healthy ambition 
                  • Song selection suggestions 
                  • Self filming tips

                  • If you are interested in hearing our first interview with Missouri State with the previous Department Head, Robert Westenberg  listen here! 

                    Join us for the Webinar? 


                    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 13 min
                  • New York Film Academy with Joey Zangardi-Dixon and Kristy Cates

                    In this College Deep Dive, Joey Zangardi-Dixon, the Director of Musical Theater Recruitment, Kristy Cates, the Chair of Musical Theater, and Charlie Murphy, the Director of MTCA discuss: 

                    • Having a casting director and a voice over artist’s guidance
                    • Diversifying your portfolio 
                    • Transfering credits to campuses across the country from NYC to LA 
                    •  What training looks like in a media-centric program  

                    • Check out NYFA at their website. 


                      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 18 min
                    • Northwestern University with Karen Olivo (K.O.)

                      In this College Deep Dive, K.O. Associate Professor from Northwestern University and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss: 

                      • Clarity about the supplemental videos 
                      • What is changing with the MT certificate program at Northwestern 
                      • Benefits of the flexibility of the MT Certificate and Small Class Size  

                      • For more information about Northwestern, visit here. To follow KO, visit 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 

                        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 16 min
                      • Millikin University with Rachel Barnett

                        In this College Deep Dive, Rachel Barnett the Director/Associate Professor of the School of Theatre and Dance at Millikin University and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss:    

                        • Multi-fascinated students at Millikin 
                        • Having s showcase outside of NYC and LA
                        • Engaging with fellow theater makers outside of your degree who can become future collaborators
                        • Millikin’s streamlined application process 

                        • Check out MTCA Events! 

                          Want to hear more about Milikin? Check them out at: @millikinu 


                          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 12 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.