In this Artist Exploration, Mindy Catron, an MTCA Mom and /Broadway Actress, chats with Charlie Murphy, MTCA Director, about: 

 * What is your role as parent during the college audition process?
 * Gameplaning ahead vs.  living in the part of the process
 * Online Mania! How to use parent groups effectively. 
 * Finding an edge in your audition strategy 



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If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. 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 [https://mtcollegeauditions.com/], or on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/musicaltheatercollegeauditions/] or Facebook. [https://www.facebook.com/musicaltheatercollegeauditions] 



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Charlie Murphy:@charmur7  [https://www.instagram.com/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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Mindy Catron (MT Mom/Broadway Actress) on guiding your child through the College Audition Process 

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 



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If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. 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 [https://mtcollegeauditions.com/], or on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/musicaltheatercollegeauditions/] or Facebook. [https://www.facebook.com/musicaltheatercollegeauditions] 



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TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions [https://www.tiktok.com/@mtcollegeauditions] 

Charlie Murphy:@charmur7  [https://www.instagram.com/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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University of Alabama Birmingham with Valerie Accetta

In this Artist Exploration, Helen J Shen from Broadway’s New Musical Maybe Happy Ending and MTCA Alum chats with MTCA Director Charlie Murphy about:

 * What Helen would have done differently in their college audition process 
 * Auditioning the school 
 * Taking ownership in your education 
 * Helen’s routines that set them up for success 



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If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. 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 [https://mtcollegeauditions.com/], or on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/musicaltheatercollegeauditions/] or Facebook. [https://www.facebook.com/musicaltheatercollegeauditions] 



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TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions [https://www.tiktok.com/@mtcollegeauditions] 

Charlie Murphy:@charmur7  [https://www.instagram.com/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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Helen J Shen (Broadway’s Maybe Happy Ending) on Auditioning the Schools

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



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If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. 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 [https://mtcollegeauditions.com/], or on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/musicaltheatercollegeauditions/] or Facebook. [https://www.facebook.com/musicaltheatercollegeauditions] 



Follow Us! 

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YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions)  [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTTzh7yua_XpxsY5Z2WJX6g]

TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions [https://www.tiktok.com/@mtcollegeauditions] 

Charlie Murphy:@charmur7  [https://www.instagram.com/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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University of Wisconsin-Stevens-Point with Mark Hanson 

In this Artist Exploration, Danny Mefford, a Broadway Choreographer, and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss: 

 * A path of an aspiring choreographer
 * What is a choreographer looking for in an audition 
 * Are you taking up space in a humble way?
 * When is your voice helpful in a room? 





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Subscribe to our separate feeds! 

 * College Deep Dive on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/2uSGdMt3JVPv3ipATv6acT?si=6407dace6f074ae6] or on Apple Podcast  [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mapping-the-college-audition-college-deep-dive/id1755001973]
 * Artist Exploration on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/4k3mlmjxInhsbfPCPYy8qk?si=25062aa678aa4eb6]or on Apple Podcast  [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mapping-the-college-audition-artist-exploration/id1755001874]



If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. 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 [https://mtcollegeauditions.com/], or on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/musicaltheatercollegeauditions/] or Facebook. [https://www.facebook.com/musicaltheatercollegeauditions] 



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TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions [https://www.tiktok.com/@mtcollegeauditions] 

Charlie Murphy:@charmur7  [https://www.instagram.com/charmur7/]

Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014 [https://www.instagram.com/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

Danny Mefford (Broadway’s Kimberly Akimbo) on the Choreographer’s Perspective 

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 mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. 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 [https://mtcollegeauditions.com/], or on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/musicaltheatercollegeauditions/] or Facebook. [https://www.facebook.com/musicaltheatercollegeauditions] 



Follow Us! 

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YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions)  [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTTzh7yua_XpxsY5Z2WJX6g]

TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions [https://www.tiktok.com/@mtcollegeauditions] 

Charlie Murphy:@charmur7  [https://www.instagram.com/charmur7/]

Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014 [https://www.instagram.com/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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Muhlenberg College with Jim VanValen  

In this Artist Exploration, we welcome Ali Louis Bourzgui an MTCA Alum, Ithaca Alum and the titular role of the upcoming revival of The Who’s Tommy. MTCA Director, Charlie Murphy and Ali discuss: 

 * Expectations of family members while auditioning 
 * Embracing the silliness of acting school 
 * Craving critique and finding openness 
 * Graduating during the pandemic 
 * Preparing for The Who’s Tommy 



Be sure to check out Ali at the Nederlander Theatre in The Who’s Tommy  [https://tommythemusical.com]

Join MTCA for a Webinar [https://mtcollegeauditions.com/product/events/?wccps_c0=13339&wccps_c1&wccps_c2&wccps_c3=14094&wccps_c4=20827&wccps_c5&wccps_c6&wccps_c7&wccps_c8&wccps_c9&wccps_c10&wccps_c11&wccps_c12&wccps_c13&wccps_c14&wccps_c15&wccps_c16&wccps_c17&wccps_c18&wccpq_c0=1&wccpq_c1=1&wccpq_c2=1&wccpq_c3=1&wccpq_c4=1&wccpq_c5=1&wccpq_c6=1&wccpq_c7=1&wccpq_c8=1&wccpq_c9=1&wccpq_c10=1&wccpq_c11=1&wccpq_c12=1&wccpq_c13=1&wccpq_c14=1&wccpq_c15=1&wccpq_c16=1&wccpq_c17=1&wccpq_c18=1&wccpv_c3=20853&wccpv_c4=20927&wccp_attribute_pa_class_c3=class-of-2024&wccp_attribute_pa_webinar-topics-class-of-2024_c4=thursday-march-7-2024-scholarship-negotiation-and-campus-visits-9pm-et&quantity=1&wccpm0=1647417311&wccpm1=1686580619&wccpm2=1686581794&wccpm3=1698671248&wccpm4=1667302037&wccpm5=1698671249&wccpm6=1696252445&wccpm7=1682930593&wccpm8=1673269878&wccpm9=1682929024&wccpm10=1682929025&wccpm11=1696250381&wccpm12=1698671250&wccpm13=1698671251&wccpm14=1698671252&wccpm15=1701266168&wccpm16=1701266169&wccpm17=1701266277&wccpm18=1701330976&wccpl=19&update-composite=bb7a46ca49c9d58f83385c51c6828ac8]! 

If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. 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 [https://mtcollegeauditions.com/], or on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/musicaltheatercollegeauditions/] or Facebook. [https://www.facebook.com/musicaltheatercollegeauditions] 



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YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions)  [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTTzh7yua_XpxsY5Z2WJX6g]

TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions [https://www.tiktok.com/@mtcollegeauditions] 

Charlie Murphy:@charmur7  [https://www.instagram.com/charmur7/]

Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014 [https://www.instagram.com/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:

RE-AIR: Ali Louis Bourzgui (The Who’s Tommy) on Craving Critique and Openness 

In this Artist Exploration, John Cariani the Playwright of Almost, Maine and Charlie Murphy the Director of MTCA discuss: 

🔴Non-linear path as a young adult 

🔴Making your broadway debut & premiering a play the same year 

🔴Embracing your actual passions versus your interests 

🔴Impact of status in your career and artistry  



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MTCA Webinar: Thursday January 11th, 2024  [https://mtcollegeauditions.com/product/events/?wccps_c0=13339&wccps_c1&wccps_c2&wccps_c3=14094&wccps_c4=20827&wccps_c5&wccps_c6&wccps_c7&wccps_c8&wccps_c9&wccps_c10&wccps_c11&wccps_c12&wccps_c13&wccps_c14&wccps_c15&wccps_c16&wccps_c17&wccps_c18&wccpq_c0=1&wccpq_c1=1&wccpq_c2=1&wccpq_c3=1&wccpq_c4=1&wccpq_c5=1&wccpq_c6=1&wccpq_c7=1&wccpq_c8=1&wccpq_c9=1&wccpq_c10=1&wccpq_c11=1&wccpq_c12=1&wccpq_c13=1&wccpq_c14=1&wccpq_c15=1&wccpq_c16=1&wccpq_c17=1&wccpq_c18=1&wccpv_c3=20853&wccpv_c4=27056&wccp_attribute_pa_class_c3=class-of-2024&wccp_attribute_pa_webinar-topics-class-of-2024_c4=thursday-january-11th-2024-preparing-for-unifieds-and-walk-in-auditions-9pm-et&quantity=1&wccpm0=1647417311&wccpm1=1686580619&wccpm2=1686581794&wccpm3=1698671248&wccpm4=1667302037&wccpm5=1698671249&wccpm6=1696252445&wccpm7=1682930593&wccpm8=1673269878&wccpm9=1682929024&wccpm10=1682929025&wccpm11=1696250381&wccpm12=1698671250&wccpm13=1698671251&wccpm14=1698671252&wccpm15=1701266168&wccpm16=1701266169&wccpm17=1701266277&wccpm18=1701330976&wccpl=19&update-composite=97dc7745df1b765c6f3762f691f11030]



If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. 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 [https://mtcollegeauditions.com/], or on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/musicaltheatercollegeauditions/] or Facebook. [https://www.facebook.com/musicaltheatercollegeauditions] 



Follow Us! 

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YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions)  [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTTzh7yua_XpxsY5Z2WJX6g]

TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions [https://www.tiktok.com/@mtcollegeauditions] 

Charlie Murphy:@charmur7  [https://www.instagram.com/charmur7/]

Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014 [https://www.instagram.com/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

RE-AIR: John Cariani (Playwright of Almost, Maine) on Passions versus Interests

In this Artist Exploration, we welcome Broadway Star and fellow BPN podcast host, Kerry Butler. Kerry and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss: 

 * Kerry almost getting kicked out of her college program 
 * Passing on projects for personal pursuits 
 * Subjectivity of acting 
 * College audition advice 



Check out Kerry and her many handles at: 

 * @Kerrybutler1 [https://www.instagram.com/kerrybutler1/?hl=en#] on Instagram 
 * @Kerrybutlercoach [https://www.instagram.com/kerrybutler1/?hl=en#] on Instagram 
 * @Kerrybutlernyc [https://www.tiktok.com/@kerrybutlernyc] on TikTok 
 * @Breaking Broadway [https://broadwaypodcastnetwork.com/podcast/breaking-broadway/] 



If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. 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 [https://mtcollegeauditions.com/], or on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/musicaltheatercollegeauditions/] or Facebook. [https://www.facebook.com/musicaltheatercollegeauditions] 



Follow Us! 

Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition [https://www.instagram.com/mappingthecollegeaudition/]

YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions)  [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTTzh7yua_XpxsY5Z2WJX6g]

TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions [https://www.tiktok.com/@mtcollegeauditions] 

Charlie Murphy:@charmur7  [https://www.instagram.com/charmur7/]

Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014 [https://www.instagram.com/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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RE-AIR: Kerry Butler (Breaking Broadway x Mapping The College Audition Crossover!)

In this Artist Exploration Episode, Ian Harding [https://www.instagram.com/ianmharding/] from Pretty Little Liars and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss:



 * Vision and purpose versus control in an artistic career 
 * Cultivating skill over selling in social media 
 * Building a team 
 * Transferable skills from stage and TV/Film technique 



If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. 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 [https://mtcollegeauditions.com/], or on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/musicaltheatercollegeauditions/] or Facebook. [https://www.facebook.com/musicaltheatercollegeauditions] 



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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, Kelly Prendergast and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds.



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RE-AIR: Ian Harding (Pretty Little Liars) on Vision and Purpose 

How do you get to Broadway? Practice, practice, practice. For many professional theater artists, college is an important training ground... but everyone’s path to acceptance day is different. That is where our podcast begins. Join Charlie Murphy, actor & Director of Musical Theatre College Auditions (MTCA) as he chats with Broadway performers, college faculty members and industry pros about navigating the college audition process, earning a performing arts degree, and the role education plays in pursuing a career in the arts. Charlie will provide bonus tips and insights from 15+ years of helping theatre students conquer the college audition process. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to us at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. If you want to learn more about MTCA, you can check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com [http://mtcollegeauditions.com].

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Mapping The College Audition: An MTCA Podcast